SECRETLY YOURS - Tessa Bailey

“𝑩𝒖𝒎𝒑𝒊𝒆𝒓 𝒋𝒐𝒖𝒓𝒏𝒆𝒚𝒔 𝒍𝒆𝒂𝒅 𝒕𝒐 𝒃𝒆𝒕𝒕𝒆𝒓 𝒅𝒆𝒔𝒕𝒊𝒏𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏𝒔. 𝒀𝒐𝒖. 𝑴𝒆. 𝑾𝒆’𝒓𝒆 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒃𝒆𝒔𝒕 𝒅𝒆𝒔𝒕𝒊𝒏𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏 𝒐𝒇 𝒂𝒍𝒍.”

Goodreads rating - 3.344/5 
My rating - ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐/5 

Genre - Romance, Fiction

Its a delightful romantic novel that explores the rekindling of a teenage crush between Hallie Welch and Julian Vos. Set in a charming small town and the backdrop of a family winery, this story weaves together elements of humor, heartwarming moments, and the complexity of second chances.

Hallie, an aspiring gardener, gets the opportunity to work on the Vos estate, hoping to finally fulfill her dream of a romantic encounter with Julian, who has returned to town. However, the Julian she encounters is not the same teenage crush from her past, and their initial interactions are filled with clashes due to their contrasting personalities.

The characters are vividly portrayed, with Hallie's free-spirited and spontaneous nature contrasting with Julian's organized and reserved demeanor. Their interactions are a source of both humor and tension, making the story engaging and relatable. As the story unfolds, it becomes evident that there's more to their connection than just their differences.

The plot takes an intriguing twist when Hallie discovers a secret admirer letter she had left for Julian in a drunken state. This revelation adds depth to their relationship and creates an element of mystery and anticipation. Julian's sabbatical from his academic life to write a novel is further complicated by Hallie's presence, leading to an unexpected and passionate romance.