It allows them a chance to bond on a deeper level with each other, while also giving the reader insight into the myriad ways non-nuero-typical lives can be experienced and lived. In this case, Eve and Jacob are both on the Autism spectrum, but with very different knowledge bases and backgrounds about it.

They are all handled with such clear care and it’s wonderful to see these issues both taken seriously and allowed to be light, with happy endings, at the same time. Hibbert has done such a wonderful job, through these three novels, of focusing on the unique challenges of “invisible” differences, from chronic pain in Chloe to anxiety/depression in Dani to autism and confidence here in Eve. AND, in this case, I just love Gigi and I vote we get her story next! Also, as always with these sort of romance trilogies, I really enjoy seeing cameos from previous stars, like Chloe and Dani. She brings Eve and Jacob to life in such a perfect way, with authentic character growth and attachment, adorable and balanced back and forth dialogue, a few fantastically placed romance tropes to bring the two together, hilarity and drama with an edge of serious underpinnings, sensitive – to the best of my knowledge – representation (autistic rep specifically, here), and some truly steamy sex scenes. Mmmmmm Hibbert does it again, with her fantastically sarcastic and genuine writing. But their original dislike of each other starts to morph into something more as the two realize their completely opposite personalities might be hiding some much deeper-seated similarities and, of course, some intense sexual attraction.

When Eve stumbles upon the interviews for the chef position, is unceremoniously refused the position, and then accidentally runs over Jacob, they find themselves thrust into the position of having to work together, at least until Jacob’s arm heals and the local Gingerbread Festival is over. Jacob owns a new bed-and-breakfast that, despite his meticulous management and need for control and perfection, is currently quite understaffed (very much in need of a chef, in particular).

Eve, the youngest Brown sister, feels like she has never really been able to fit in correctly, and, especially compared to her sisters, the string of failed studies/careers she’s left behind lead to her parents insisting that she finally “grow up” and prove herself.

Eve brown act your age