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Cherry Falls #21
608 Alpha Avenue
Things heat up (and take an unexpected turn) when a self-proclaimed romantic requests the help of a broody small-town mechanic. Grayson Blake is a jackass.There's no other way to put it.He comes into Fireside every day and orders a beer. It's nearly impossible to get him to have a conversation while he drinks it. Smiles—or anything remotely close to it—are even more rare.Despite his cantankerous personality, he's so freaking gorgeous.His thick black hair, broad shoulders, and tattoos that mark his calloused skin draw me in like a magnet. I don't even care that he's ten years older than me. I'm here for the age gap. And his broody, bad-boy persona is entirely more attractive than it should be.I have a thing for the rough-around-the-edges mechanic. And I've heard through the grapevine that he has a thing for me too. But getting him to admit it will be as easy as catching lightning in a bottle.Author's This is a standalone novella.Cherry Falls is filled with returning characters and iconic destinations that will begin to feel like family. When you leave the city, and drive into Cherry Falls, it’s like you’ve finally come home. The cherry on top? Each book delivers a swoon-worthy romance! So welcome to Cherry Falls, we hope you stay awhile!
126 pages, Kindle Edition
Published June 8, 2021
About the author
Adriana Locke
74 books15k followersUSA Today Bestselling author, Adriana Locke, writes contemporary romances about the two things she knows best—big families and small towns. Her stories are about ordinary people finding extraordinary love with the perfect combination of heart, heat, and humor.
She loves connecting with readers, fall weather, football, reading alpha heroes, everything pumpkin, and pretending to garden.
Hailing from a tiny town in the Midwest, Adriana spends her free time with her high school sweetheart (who she married over twenty-five years ago) and their four sons (who truly are her best work). Her kitchen may be a perpetual disaster, and if all else fails, there is always pizza.
Learn more at adrianalocke.com.
She loves connecting with readers, fall weather, football, reading alpha heroes, everything pumpkin, and pretending to garden.
Hailing from a tiny town in the Midwest, Adriana spends her free time with her high school sweetheart (who she married over twenty-five years ago) and their four sons (who truly are her best work). Her kitchen may be a perpetual disaster, and if all else fails, there is always pizza.
Learn more at adrianalocke.com.
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June 5, 2021
This is a departure from Locke's typical family series romance, and more akin to her early work with The Exception. This novella has a hot alphahole, and a strong, independent heroine; when the two are around each other, sparks fly, tensions rise, and you absolutely can't wait to see what happens next.
Grayson is a rough around the edges, hard working, grumpy mechanic that you can't help but absolutely freaking love. He's alpha, a bit of a jerk at times, but also amazing. And since he is a mechanic, you know he is great with his hands...
Haley is so insanely relatable, down to earth, fun, and spunky. She's a bartender by trade, and an aspiring author by night. Her strength and determination, plus her quick wits and no nonsense attitude had me chuckling and rooting for her at multiple points.
Their chemistry together was insane, and Adriana managed to capture, contain, and grow that chemistry until it created an explosion of page scorching fire.
This novella is a quick, fun, perfect read to kick off the summer and the weekend.
Grayson is a rough around the edges, hard working, grumpy mechanic that you can't help but absolutely freaking love. He's alpha, a bit of a jerk at times, but also amazing. And since he is a mechanic, you know he is great with his hands...
Haley is so insanely relatable, down to earth, fun, and spunky. She's a bartender by trade, and an aspiring author by night. Her strength and determination, plus her quick wits and no nonsense attitude had me chuckling and rooting for her at multiple points.
Their chemistry together was insane, and Adriana managed to capture, contain, and grow that chemistry until it created an explosion of page scorching fire.
This novella is a quick, fun, perfect read to kick off the summer and the weekend.
November 22, 2021
Ya no hay duda, esta autora me esta encantando, ya llevo dos de sus novelas mas cortas y no me canso de ella y su estilo, ha resultado ser una autentica maravilla.
Esta lectura pese a lo breve que es tiene un desarrollo correcto, sobre todo con el romance, no me parecio tan precipitado como imaginaba y aunque me molesto en ciertos momentos la actitud y cabezoneria de el protagonista, en su mayoria, disfrute conociendo esta historia.
2.75 Estrellas!
June 8, 2021
Cute and quick.
This one is cute, quick, and a little bit steamy. Grayson and Haley have been dancing around each other for awhile. He doesn’t want anything serious, but he wants her. She wants the real deal love, and wants Grayson even though he doesn’t want any part of that love stuff. As I said this one is quick, so the angst is also quick, but it is there. Along with the steam, and the cuteness of the small town it just works. If you want something that’s easy to read and can get done in a little more than an hour, then this is a good choice.
This one is cute, quick, and a little bit steamy. Grayson and Haley have been dancing around each other for awhile. He doesn’t want anything serious, but he wants her. She wants the real deal love, and wants Grayson even though he doesn’t want any part of that love stuff. As I said this one is quick, so the angst is also quick, but it is there. Along with the steam, and the cuteness of the small town it just works. If you want something that’s easy to read and can get done in a little more than an hour, then this is a good choice.
June 5, 2021
I want to move to Cherry Falls! It was so easy to get sucked into this small town romance. Broody Grayson and sunshine Haley were so much fun.
Haley is the local bartender and budding romance writer. She’s had her eye on Grayson for awhile, since he comes into her bar four nights a week. He’s the grumpy local mechanic who is tens years her senior. When opportunity arises to spend some one-on-one time with him, she’s ready to take it.
Grayson’s been attracted to her for a bit, but enjoys the single life. She’s the marrying kind and deserves nothing less. However, once he gets a taste of what life with her could be like, this alpha can’t walk away.
This was a sweet and sexy novella that I thoroughly enjoyed. Grayson is gruff and rough around the edges, but his possessive and dominant side will hook you. Haley is a bit quirky and totally honest, I adored her. I only wished there was more because there is nothing better than a small town romance with so many more potential love matches. I cannot wait for more.
Haley is the local bartender and budding romance writer. She’s had her eye on Grayson for awhile, since he comes into her bar four nights a week. He’s the grumpy local mechanic who is tens years her senior. When opportunity arises to spend some one-on-one time with him, she’s ready to take it.
Grayson’s been attracted to her for a bit, but enjoys the single life. She’s the marrying kind and deserves nothing less. However, once he gets a taste of what life with her could be like, this alpha can’t walk away.
This was a sweet and sexy novella that I thoroughly enjoyed. Grayson is gruff and rough around the edges, but his possessive and dominant side will hook you. Haley is a bit quirky and totally honest, I adored her. I only wished there was more because there is nothing better than a small town romance with so many more potential love matches. I cannot wait for more.
June 5, 2021
Swooney hero ✔️
Sassy heroine ✔️
Small town romance ✔️
All my favorite things when it comes to Ms. Locke’s books and work. Grayson and Haley are fun and quirky and just a light hearted kind of book. It’s been a crazy week and just what I needed to lighten the end of the week!
Sassy heroine ✔️
Small town romance ✔️
All my favorite things when it comes to Ms. Locke’s books and work. Grayson and Haley are fun and quirky and just a light hearted kind of book. It’s been a crazy week and just what I needed to lighten the end of the week!
June 4, 2021
I have a new book boyfriend!! Grayson Blake!! Five stars!!! MUST READ!!
June 11, 2021
Such a super cute and flirty read. I’m a sucker for a grump and that’s exactly what Grayson is a grumpy straight shooter who thinks he has life all figured out until the right woman comes along.
Being a novella, this was a super quick read, but it works. There was so much goodness packed into the pages. I’m super excited for more stories in this universe!
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Being a novella, this was a super quick read, but it works. There was so much goodness packed into the pages. I’m super excited for more stories in this universe!
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June 8, 2021
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This was such a fun story to read and I loved getting to know these characters. Even though it was a shorter book there was still a really good pace to the story and we got to see a lot from Grayson and Haley that made me fall in love with them. They had so many cute times together I couldn't stop smiling.
The beginning had me dying to see what would happen between them and I loved that it was dragged out a bit while still giving us a lot of sweetness. I was intrigued from the very start and couldn't put this book down.
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This was such a fun story to read and I loved getting to know these characters. Even though it was a shorter book there was still a really good pace to the story and we got to see a lot from Grayson and Haley that made me fall in love with them. They had so many cute times together I couldn't stop smiling.
The beginning had me dying to see what would happen between them and I loved that it was dragged out a bit while still giving us a lot of sweetness. I was intrigued from the very start and couldn't put this book down.
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June 6, 2021
608 Alpha Avenue is the type of novella that once you start, you don't want to put it down. It's been awhile since I've read something in one sitting. I mean, I carried my kindle with me all over the house and outside today. Grayson is broody and not very chatty, a 31 yr old mechanic who is so into the local bartender but also making sure to never go there. And she wants him. She wants it all, and she deserves it all. I love how she gets little moments of spunk and confidence, mixed in with moments of self doubt, It was very authentic,
This was kind of fast paced- they've known each other for awhile so once the spark was lit, boom! And the scene at the trail was hot. This was a fun summer read.
This was kind of fast paced- they've known each other for awhile so once the spark was lit, boom! And the scene at the trail was hot. This was a fun summer read.
June 9, 2021
608 Alpha Ave is a short, sexy, rom com that had me laughing and melting with each chapter!
Haley and Grayson have dances around one another for years! A lack of confidence and ago keep them from doing what they want but life has other plans! Forces together these two can’t deny their connection any longer but is one time going to be enough!?
I loved how strong Haley was even when she couldn’t see it! She was an amazing friend, a hilarious bartender and a woman who even though she lacked confidence was strong enough to know what she wanted and deserved!
Grayson is a broody biker but he loves his brothers and will protect those he cares for! Haley pushed his buttons but he loves any ounce of attention he can get from her even when he doesn’t show it!
A great start of summer read!
Haley and Grayson have dances around one another for years! A lack of confidence and ago keep them from doing what they want but life has other plans! Forces together these two can’t deny their connection any longer but is one time going to be enough!?
I loved how strong Haley was even when she couldn’t see it! She was an amazing friend, a hilarious bartender and a woman who even though she lacked confidence was strong enough to know what she wanted and deserved!
Grayson is a broody biker but he loves his brothers and will protect those he cares for! Haley pushed his buttons but he loves any ounce of attention he can get from her even when he doesn’t show it!
A great start of summer read!
June 8, 2021
Great read
Great quick read. I loved Hayley and Grayson, their chemistry was off the charts. Everyone seemed to know they belonged together but the two of them. I loved when Anna got involved and told Grayson her thoughts. Adrianna Locke never disappoints and this was a wonderful addition to my weekend reading.
Great quick read. I loved Hayley and Grayson, their chemistry was off the charts. Everyone seemed to know they belonged together but the two of them. I loved when Anna got involved and told Grayson her thoughts. Adrianna Locke never disappoints and this was a wonderful addition to my weekend reading.
June 5, 2021
From the very first page up until the end, I was hooked!
This one was hotter than what I'm use to with this author's stories, but I'm not complaining AT ALL. I firmly believe Adriana Locke can write anything and knock it out of the park.
Haley had this charm and personality that made me instantly like her.
And Grayson - let's just say, "Yes, please!" He's bearded, broody, and speaks what's on his mind even if it's filthy.
This novella gave me all the feels and didn't feel rushed or too short. It was just right. I can't wait to see what Adriana Locke does with Kaylee's story!
This one was hotter than what I'm use to with this author's stories, but I'm not complaining AT ALL. I firmly believe Adriana Locke can write anything and knock it out of the park.
Haley had this charm and personality that made me instantly like her.
And Grayson - let's just say, "Yes, please!" He's bearded, broody, and speaks what's on his mind even if it's filthy.
This novella gave me all the feels and didn't feel rushed or too short. It was just right. I can't wait to see what Adriana Locke does with Kaylee's story!
June 6, 2021
I have rarely seen everything syncing like it did in 608 Alpha Avenue by Adriana Locke. The cover( the bearded muscled smirking deliciousness looking at the sweet girl like he wants to devour her and the girl is so smitten obviously). The title( because this is the road is where alpha lovers like me come to die). And the words between the covers making perfect swoony heartwarming sense.
Firebird's bartender Haley always had a big crush on Cherry Falls' brooding and wicked hot mechanic Grayson Blake. But unfortunately men like Grayson wants thongs and red lipstick. At least that's what Haley thinks. But everything comes crashing down when she makes a deal with Grayson to help in publicity of their family garage in lieu of an interview sort of..where Grayson will help her to figure out mystery of men for her romance novel research. Grayson actually likes her a bit too much but doesn't think he is good enough for her.
Cherry Falls is the cutest town ever. Small town goodness is my weakness and Adriana Locke cashed on it. The names are so adorable! This was a short story but there was no shortage of steams and feels. Haley and Grayson has a sizzling cackling burning chemistry and when it explodes..you better take cover! But like all grumpy distant brooding alphas, Grayson likes to hide his feelings and that forced aloofness actually hurt Haley. She is such a sweet and kind soul. She can be hilarious and also sassy. The writing touched my heart so deep as usual because Adriana Locke always delivers the best mix of feels! It's always super satisfying to read about another alpha biting dust!
608 Alpha Avenue is a must read for every small town romance lover. And I cannot wait to come back to Cherry Falls.
I reviewed an early copy voluntarily
Firebird's bartender Haley always had a big crush on Cherry Falls' brooding and wicked hot mechanic Grayson Blake. But unfortunately men like Grayson wants thongs and red lipstick. At least that's what Haley thinks. But everything comes crashing down when she makes a deal with Grayson to help in publicity of their family garage in lieu of an interview sort of..where Grayson will help her to figure out mystery of men for her romance novel research. Grayson actually likes her a bit too much but doesn't think he is good enough for her.
Cherry Falls is the cutest town ever. Small town goodness is my weakness and Adriana Locke cashed on it. The names are so adorable! This was a short story but there was no shortage of steams and feels. Haley and Grayson has a sizzling cackling burning chemistry and when it explodes..you better take cover! But like all grumpy distant brooding alphas, Grayson likes to hide his feelings and that forced aloofness actually hurt Haley. She is such a sweet and kind soul. She can be hilarious and also sassy. The writing touched my heart so deep as usual because Adriana Locke always delivers the best mix of feels! It's always super satisfying to read about another alpha biting dust!
608 Alpha Avenue is a must read for every small town romance lover. And I cannot wait to come back to Cherry Falls.
I reviewed an early copy voluntarily
June 8, 2021
Addie popped my Cherry Falls cherry😜 it’s like a romance version of Candy Land & I love it.
608 Alpha Ave’s resident is grumpy & stubborn Grayson. He has good intentions but dude sometimes you gotta follow your heart😘
Haley is a sweet romantic bar tender who is smitten with Grayson. A unique project comes up that puts Grayson & Haley together and well let’s just say…I’ll never look at wood swings the same way again🔥
HECK YEAH!—“So, if you’re willing to take a chance on a mechanic with grease on every shirt he owns, I’d love to try to figure out how to … be Ed Sheeran.” “I don’t want you to be Ed Sheeran. Just play me one of his songs every now and then.” A smile slowly spreads across his cheeks, as a bubble of excitement fills well beyond its means inside my heart. “Does this mean I can call you babe?” he asks.
608 Alpha Ave’s resident is grumpy & stubborn Grayson. He has good intentions but dude sometimes you gotta follow your heart😘
Haley is a sweet romantic bar tender who is smitten with Grayson. A unique project comes up that puts Grayson & Haley together and well let’s just say…I’ll never look at wood swings the same way again🔥
HECK YEAH!—“So, if you’re willing to take a chance on a mechanic with grease on every shirt he owns, I’d love to try to figure out how to … be Ed Sheeran.” “I don’t want you to be Ed Sheeran. Just play me one of his songs every now and then.” A smile slowly spreads across his cheeks, as a bubble of excitement fills well beyond its means inside my heart. “Does this mean I can call you babe?” he asks.
February 9, 2022
"608 Alpha Avenue" is the story of Haley and Grayson.
Hero and heroine have avoided dating each other for years, despite having feelings. When she finally pursues him, he gives in only to act like an a$s and refuse to acknowledge her the next day. Ofcourse, when she tries to move on he suddenly realizes his lurve and the book ends.
Not for me.
Unsafe
2/5
Hero and heroine have avoided dating each other for years, despite having feelings. When she finally pursues him, he gives in only to act like an a$s and refuse to acknowledge her the next day. Ofcourse, when she tries to move on he suddenly realizes his lurve and the book ends.
Not for me.
Unsafe
2/5
June 8, 2021
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Haley's been interested in local grumpy pants mechanic, Grayson, for awhile now, but has never had the nerve to let him know. He barely acknowledges her existence, let alone acts as if he's interested too, so she can't help but crush in secret. Then her wildest dreams come true and things happen. Now the ball is in his court - does he admit that things happened and feelings might be there, or does he keep his head in his ass and let her get away?
608 Alpha Avenue is the perfect fun and sexy read to get you in the summer frame of mind. Haley is absolutely adorable - sweet, funny and sassy, and the perfect opposite of grumpster alpha Grayson who actually turns out to be a good guy beneath all the broody scowls. I don't know if Adriana is going to write more stories about this world, but I sure hope so!
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June 5, 2021
4.5 stars for 608 Alpha Avenue!
Adriana Locke has done it again! I love everything Adriana writes and 608 Alpha Avenue is no different! Although this is a novella, Adriana’s writing has made this feel like a full length novel, nothing in this story feels rushed.
This is a cute and quick grumpy/sunshine trope read with Grayson being a grumpy mechanic who has a thing for Haley and has for a while but won’t allow himself to pursue anything with her since he think’s he’s not the relationship time of guy. Haley is the bartender at the bar Grayson visits every night and she’s had a crush on him since they first met but she doesn’t think he sees her as someone he could be with that is until things heat up a little making Haley question whether they could be more. Haley was sassy and stood up for herself even when she wasn’t the most confident with herself and I loved that.
I also loved the side characters in this story. One of the reasons I love small town romances is because of all the side characters we get to meet and although we only saw them for a short time, Adriana Locke wrote them in a way that already has me thinking about what their stories are.
I loved Grayson and Haley together, they bring out the best in each other and you could feel their happiness of being together come off of the pages. I could feel their chemistry simmering straight away as we were introduced to them and seeing them let go and explore that was a joy to read. I really enjoyed this book and I can’t wait to go back to Cherry Falls for more!
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Adriana Locke has done it again! I love everything Adriana writes and 608 Alpha Avenue is no different! Although this is a novella, Adriana’s writing has made this feel like a full length novel, nothing in this story feels rushed.
This is a cute and quick grumpy/sunshine trope read with Grayson being a grumpy mechanic who has a thing for Haley and has for a while but won’t allow himself to pursue anything with her since he think’s he’s not the relationship time of guy. Haley is the bartender at the bar Grayson visits every night and she’s had a crush on him since they first met but she doesn’t think he sees her as someone he could be with that is until things heat up a little making Haley question whether they could be more. Haley was sassy and stood up for herself even when she wasn’t the most confident with herself and I loved that.
I also loved the side characters in this story. One of the reasons I love small town romances is because of all the side characters we get to meet and although we only saw them for a short time, Adriana Locke wrote them in a way that already has me thinking about what their stories are.
I loved Grayson and Haley together, they bring out the best in each other and you could feel their happiness of being together come off of the pages. I could feel their chemistry simmering straight away as we were introduced to them and seeing them let go and explore that was a joy to read. I really enjoyed this book and I can’t wait to go back to Cherry Falls for more!
*ARC was kindly provided by the author in exchange for an honest review*
June 7, 2021
If you want a fast and steamy small town read, 608 Alpha Avenue will hit the spot. We’ve got an alpha bearded grumpy mechanic, a sweet and romantic aspiring writer, small towns folk meddling, and an age gap to boot- I chomped this up in one happy sitting.
For a novella, Adrianna works a lot of magic into the pages. While our main characters’ connection is abbreviated and alluded to more than anything, we have plenty of present day chemistry thanks to the sizzle between these two and the smart use of some secondary characters to help highlight the relational nuance. Our grumpy mechanic eventually can’t restrain his need for Haley, as her optimism and curiosity charm and seduce him. And, while Haley is sweet and a romantic at heart, I also love that she’s got some edge and sass. Together, they are electric. And, Cherry Falls seems like such a delightful place full of townspeople I want to spend more time with. We get glimpses of some characters Adrianna is going to use for future stories, and I’m definitely intrigued.
The story is short, but we’ve got plenty of heart and heat. A fun and sexy read!
For a novella, Adrianna works a lot of magic into the pages. While our main characters’ connection is abbreviated and alluded to more than anything, we have plenty of present day chemistry thanks to the sizzle between these two and the smart use of some secondary characters to help highlight the relational nuance. Our grumpy mechanic eventually can’t restrain his need for Haley, as her optimism and curiosity charm and seduce him. And, while Haley is sweet and a romantic at heart, I also love that she’s got some edge and sass. Together, they are electric. And, Cherry Falls seems like such a delightful place full of townspeople I want to spend more time with. We get glimpses of some characters Adrianna is going to use for future stories, and I’m definitely intrigued.
The story is short, but we’ve got plenty of heart and heat. A fun and sexy read!
June 9, 2021
*3 Stars*
ARC kindly received for an honest review.
This is my first Cherry Falls romance, and I think I'd be interested in reading more. This is a short little novella with a bit of an age gap about the local bartender/author and one of the local mechanics.
Grayson is quite gruff and alpha like, and Haley has liked him for quite some time. They end up helping each other out business wise which leads to confronting some feelings.
I would've like a little bit more with this story, but it is a novella so as is usual with novellas, you don't get quite as much back story or depth as I would normally like. Could just be a personal thing for me though.
A quick and easy read, and would be interested in more from this series.
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ARC kindly received for an honest review.
This is my first Cherry Falls romance, and I think I'd be interested in reading more. This is a short little novella with a bit of an age gap about the local bartender/author and one of the local mechanics.
Grayson is quite gruff and alpha like, and Haley has liked him for quite some time. They end up helping each other out business wise which leads to confronting some feelings.
I would've like a little bit more with this story, but it is a novella so as is usual with novellas, you don't get quite as much back story or depth as I would normally like. Could just be a personal thing for me though.
A quick and easy read, and would be interested in more from this series.
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June 6, 2021
4 1/2 Stars for this cute romance.
This is a fun, quick romance that had me laughing-out-loud. Grayson ... what can I say, the hot grumpy alpha that you hate to love ... but do anyway. And then there's Haley ... all sunshine and apple pie and you can't help but love her. It's funny that the whole town can see they have the hots for each other, but they can't. Once again Adriana captures my attention in the first chapter and doesn't let it go till the end ... and then some. The only thing is ... I wanted more of Grayson and Haley ... they're just too cute!
I received an early copy courtesy of the author in exchange for a honest review.
This is a fun, quick romance that had me laughing-out-loud. Grayson ... what can I say, the hot grumpy alpha that you hate to love ... but do anyway. And then there's Haley ... all sunshine and apple pie and you can't help but love her. It's funny that the whole town can see they have the hots for each other, but they can't. Once again Adriana captures my attention in the first chapter and doesn't let it go till the end ... and then some. The only thing is ... I wanted more of Grayson and Haley ... they're just too cute!
I received an early copy courtesy of the author in exchange for a honest review.
June 6, 2021
First I want to say you should go into reading this knowing it is a short sweet read or else you might be a little disappointed you don’t get more of these amazing characters 😆 which is my only gripe because I loved them!
Hayley is sweet, but what I liked most about her was that she was bold and went after what she wanted.
Grayson is a cranky, grumpy, asshole, which obviously I love haha. He also has a dirty mouth 😏
These two together had great chemistry and banter and steam 🔥🥵
I also really enjoyed the side characters, as they were awesome and funny!
4.5 stars from me!
Hayley is sweet, but what I liked most about her was that she was bold and went after what she wanted.
Grayson is a cranky, grumpy, asshole, which obviously I love haha. He also has a dirty mouth 😏
These two together had great chemistry and banter and steam 🔥🥵
I also really enjoyed the side characters, as they were awesome and funny!
4.5 stars from me!
June 8, 2021
I loved this one. It's a short quick read. Grayson is a good guy but he doesn't see himself that way. He's grumpy when comes to Fireside, where Haley works. There's tension between Haley and Grayson because there are feeling between them and Grayson doesn't want to act on them. Grayson thinks Haley deserves more than him. I loved these two together and was rooting for them to get their stuff together and have a happy ever after.
June 5, 2021
Sweet and steamy, 608 Alpha Avenue is a wonderful love story full of swoony moments and intense chemistry. A definite must read!
June 5, 2021
Fun and sexy read. Loved all the sexual tension and the brooding Gray. Love me some j/p alpha with his answer grunts! The only reason I dont like novellas is they are short and I didnt want this one to end!
June 8, 2021
3.5 quick, fun and sexy stars
This is a quick, fun and sexy read, a part of the Cherry Falls series of standalones – each by a different author, set in the same small town with interconnected characters.
Hayley is a 21 year old bartender and aspiring romance author. She’s a romantic at heart, but doesn’t have much luck with relationships, so when she gets the chance to spend some time with her long-time crush and ask for his help in understanding men, she jumps at it.
Grayson is a local mechanic, and is a moody, broody, a-hole who is a bit of a longer, but visits Hayley’s bar in the evenings to wind down after work. When his brother ropes in him to spending time with Hayley, it’s the last thing he needs, because he’s done his best to stay away from the perpetually perky woman who is his biggest temptation – and at 31 years old, he knows he’s way too old, experienced and jaded for her.
It’s a fun set-up, and things move pretty quickly for these two. There’s great chemistry, and the sexy time is seriously steamy, but while Hayley is looking for love, Grayson isn’t interested in anything beyond a one-time hook-up. Neither of them hide that, they’re completely open and honest about it, and they acknowledge those differences right from the beginning, which I appreciated. But what happens when those feelings change?
I really enjoyed this novella. Despite its short length, the characters are well-developed and realistic, I cared for them both, and I was fully invested in them together. I could feel their attraction to each other, and it was so satisfying seeing them come together (again… hot!!!!), work through their feelings and find their HEA.
On a side note, I loved Hayley’s best friend, Kaylee. She’s so fun, and I was excited to see that she’ll also be getting a book. This series is such a fun idea, and I look forward to reading more about the characters of Cherry Falls.
3.5 stars!
An Advanced Review Copy was generously provided by the author in exchange for an honest review.
This is a quick, fun and sexy read, a part of the Cherry Falls series of standalones – each by a different author, set in the same small town with interconnected characters.
Hayley is a 21 year old bartender and aspiring romance author. She’s a romantic at heart, but doesn’t have much luck with relationships, so when she gets the chance to spend some time with her long-time crush and ask for his help in understanding men, she jumps at it.
Grayson is a local mechanic, and is a moody, broody, a-hole who is a bit of a longer, but visits Hayley’s bar in the evenings to wind down after work. When his brother ropes in him to spending time with Hayley, it’s the last thing he needs, because he’s done his best to stay away from the perpetually perky woman who is his biggest temptation – and at 31 years old, he knows he’s way too old, experienced and jaded for her.
I keep my attraction to her quiet. The way I feel about her is so wild, so animalistic, that I’m afraid we’d burn the whole town down if I ever unleashed it.
It’s a fun set-up, and things move pretty quickly for these two. There’s great chemistry, and the sexy time is seriously steamy, but while Hayley is looking for love, Grayson isn’t interested in anything beyond a one-time hook-up. Neither of them hide that, they’re completely open and honest about it, and they acknowledge those differences right from the beginning, which I appreciated. But what happens when those feelings change?
I really enjoyed this novella. Despite its short length, the characters are well-developed and realistic, I cared for them both, and I was fully invested in them together. I could feel their attraction to each other, and it was so satisfying seeing them come together (again… hot!!!!), work through their feelings and find their HEA.
On a side note, I loved Hayley’s best friend, Kaylee. She’s so fun, and I was excited to see that she’ll also be getting a book. This series is such a fun idea, and I look forward to reading more about the characters of Cherry Falls.
3.5 stars!
An Advanced Review Copy was generously provided by the author in exchange for an honest review.
June 6, 2021
I received an ARC in exchange for an honest review
Pub day:-8th June 2021
This is my fourth book and first ARC by Adriana.
It can be read as a standalone novella but it does have characters that have their own series,one book of which will be releasing in Sep,2021.
This is the story of sexy,brooding and I-don't-do-commitments kind of guy,Grayson and bubbly,charming and roses-and-sunshine-complete-with-a-picket-fence barmaid/tender,Haley.
Each has a thing for the other and sparks fly whenever they meet or are in proximity of the other.
The age gap?
10years...oh yes,this is my third book with age gap I've read within two weeks😂🙈
It's a short and fast paced read and unlike her previous books that I read that made me cry and curse this was a fun,light read maybe because it's a novella.
"Why do men prefer thongs and red lips?",is Haley's question and to be honest,even mine when it comes to men in romance books,like seriously,why?
That's how this book essentially gets its rom-com style but definitely hot plot!
Rom-com because there's sass on her part which somehow made me laugh a couple of times so I'm just gonna say that😂hope you don't mind,Locke.Haley is writing a novel and she offers to help the Blake brothers revamp their website so that they have more inflow of revenue/customers and not let go of Tristan who's like a brother to them. That's how the plot evolves and sucks you in 💃🎊🔥
The only reason I would give it 4.5/5 is because I needed more of Grayson and Haley...Sure,it's a novella and of course it was fun,light,fast-paced and didn't make me cry but I WANTED MORE OF THEM,DAMN IT! You can't make us fall in love with your characters and say "bye!"🥲😰
Since GR doesn't allow 0.5 I gave it 5!
Some extra info if you want to get into the series: Grayson Blake is one of the three Blake brothers who own Blake Brother Auto Repair.His elder brother is Garret and his younger brother is Grant...
Kaylee is a single mom,32,with a 15yo daughter,Haley's close friend whose story releases coming September!
Pub day:-8th June 2021
This is my fourth book and first ARC by Adriana.
It can be read as a standalone novella but it does have characters that have their own series,one book of which will be releasing in Sep,2021.
This is the story of sexy,brooding and I-don't-do-commitments kind of guy,Grayson and bubbly,charming and roses-and-sunshine-complete-with-a-picket-fence barmaid/tender,Haley.
Each has a thing for the other and sparks fly whenever they meet or are in proximity of the other.
The age gap?
10years...oh yes,this is my third book with age gap I've read within two weeks😂🙈
It's a short and fast paced read and unlike her previous books that I read that made me cry and curse this was a fun,light read maybe because it's a novella.
"Why do men prefer thongs and red lips?",is Haley's question and to be honest,even mine when it comes to men in romance books,like seriously,why?
That's how this book essentially gets its rom-com style but definitely hot plot!
Rom-com because there's sass on her part which somehow made me laugh a couple of times so I'm just gonna say that😂hope you don't mind,Locke.Haley is writing a novel and she offers to help the Blake brothers revamp their website so that they have more inflow of revenue/customers and not let go of Tristan who's like a brother to them. That's how the plot evolves and sucks you in 💃🎊🔥
The only reason I would give it 4.5/5 is because I needed more of Grayson and Haley...Sure,it's a novella and of course it was fun,light,fast-paced and didn't make me cry but I WANTED MORE OF THEM,DAMN IT! You can't make us fall in love with your characters and say "bye!"🥲😰
Since GR doesn't allow 0.5 I gave it 5!
Some extra info if you want to get into the series: Grayson Blake is one of the three Blake brothers who own Blake Brother Auto Repair.His elder brother is Garret and his younger brother is Grant...
Kaylee is a single mom,32,with a 15yo daughter,Haley's close friend whose story releases coming September!
June 6, 2021
Things heat up (and take an unexpected turn) when a self-proclaimed romantic requests the help of a broody small-town mechanic.
Grayson Blake is a jackass.
There’s no other way to put it.
He comes into Fireside every day and orders a beer. It’s nearly impossible to get him to have a conversation while he drinks it. Smiles—or anything remotely close to it—are even more rare.
Despite his cantankerous personality, he’s so freaking gorgeous. His thick black hair, broad shoulders, and the tattoos that mark his calloused skin draw me in like a magnet. I don’t even care that he’s ten years older than me. I’m here for the age gap. And his broody, bad-boy persona is entirely more attractive than it should be.
I have a thing for the rough-around-the-edges mechanic. And I’ve heard through the grapevine that he has a thing for me too. But getting him to admit it will be as easy as catching lightning in a bottle.
Author's Note: This is a complete standalone novella.
Cherry Falls is filled with returning characters and iconic destinations that will begin to feel like family. When you leave the city, and drive into Cherry Falls, it’s like you’ve finally come home.
The cherry on top? Each book delivers a swoon-worthy romance!
So welcome to Cherry Falls, we hope you stay awhile!
Loved Grayson and Haley's story. Lots of great banter between the two of them and their chemistry was hot. Grayson was a stubborn mule when it came to getting past their age difference. Their story was beautifully written with lots of LOL moments throughout the book.
Grayson Blake is a jackass.
There’s no other way to put it.
He comes into Fireside every day and orders a beer. It’s nearly impossible to get him to have a conversation while he drinks it. Smiles—or anything remotely close to it—are even more rare.
Despite his cantankerous personality, he’s so freaking gorgeous. His thick black hair, broad shoulders, and the tattoos that mark his calloused skin draw me in like a magnet. I don’t even care that he’s ten years older than me. I’m here for the age gap. And his broody, bad-boy persona is entirely more attractive than it should be.
I have a thing for the rough-around-the-edges mechanic. And I’ve heard through the grapevine that he has a thing for me too. But getting him to admit it will be as easy as catching lightning in a bottle.
Author's Note: This is a complete standalone novella.
Cherry Falls is filled with returning characters and iconic destinations that will begin to feel like family. When you leave the city, and drive into Cherry Falls, it’s like you’ve finally come home.
The cherry on top? Each book delivers a swoon-worthy romance!
So welcome to Cherry Falls, we hope you stay awhile!
Loved Grayson and Haley's story. Lots of great banter between the two of them and their chemistry was hot. Grayson was a stubborn mule when it came to getting past their age difference. Their story was beautifully written with lots of LOL moments throughout the book.
June 7, 2021
5 star Review 608 Alpha Avenue (Cherry Falls #23) by Adriana Locke
I loved stories set in small town such as Cherry Falls, add in that it is by one of my favourite authors, Adriana Locke and for me 608 Alpha Avenue was a win/win. This book gave me all the feels. From the first chapter to the last this book drew me in and I was riveted in Grayson Blake and Haley Morgan’s story.
This is the first book I have read in the Cherry Falls series and I really enjoyed it. The sparks fly whenever Grayson and Haley are near one another. Is it hate or love? Grayson is a grumpy man with a gruff exterior, an alpha, but there is so much more to him than what he lets others see. I really liked Haley, she is strong, fun, independent and not afraid to stand up for herself.
The chemistry between them is intense and once it becomes impossible to ignore the fun begins. This was an entertaining read and although it isn't a particularly long book is ticked all the boxes for me.
I loved stories set in small town such as Cherry Falls, add in that it is by one of my favourite authors, Adriana Locke and for me 608 Alpha Avenue was a win/win. This book gave me all the feels. From the first chapter to the last this book drew me in and I was riveted in Grayson Blake and Haley Morgan’s story.
This is the first book I have read in the Cherry Falls series and I really enjoyed it. The sparks fly whenever Grayson and Haley are near one another. Is it hate or love? Grayson is a grumpy man with a gruff exterior, an alpha, but there is so much more to him than what he lets others see. I really liked Haley, she is strong, fun, independent and not afraid to stand up for herself.
The chemistry between them is intense and once it becomes impossible to ignore the fun begins. This was an entertaining read and although it isn't a particularly long book is ticked all the boxes for me.
June 8, 2021
Note: An ARC was provided by the author.
608 Alpha Ave. was a fun read! It took about an hour for me to read Haley and Grayson's story, but in that amount of time, I was quite smitten with these two, AND I'm seriously keeping my fingers crossed that Gray's younger brothers, Garret and Grant, will get their own books, and maybe even Tristan, an employee at the auto repair shop who's an honorary Blake brother. I know the author's got a book for Haley's best friend, Kaylee, in the Cherry Falls series come September, and I'm definitely looking forward to that because she deserves a happily-ever-after as well. See, this is what Adriana Locke is fab at: small town romances and creating a cast of characters we want more from! 4.5 stars!
608 Alpha Ave. was a fun read! It took about an hour for me to read Haley and Grayson's story, but in that amount of time, I was quite smitten with these two, AND I'm seriously keeping my fingers crossed that Gray's younger brothers, Garret and Grant, will get their own books, and maybe even Tristan, an employee at the auto repair shop who's an honorary Blake brother. I know the author's got a book for Haley's best friend, Kaylee, in the Cherry Falls series come September, and I'm definitely looking forward to that because she deserves a happily-ever-after as well. See, this is what Adriana Locke is fab at: small town romances and creating a cast of characters we want more from! 4.5 stars!
June 8, 2021
You know what?? This book is a crime.. A crime for being this good but this short. I'm so in love with these two. Grayson reminds me of Walker Gibson so you know he's fine as hell. I wish this story was a full novel because I feel robbed that this was read in under 2 hours.
Adriana Locke knows how to create both men and females to make us fall in love with. I've yet to find one that didn't sit well with me and these two were no different. I'm looking forward to September because I have a feeling Kaylee is in for a hot ride.
***Review copy requested and reviewed on behalf of OMGReads Blog ***
Adriana Locke knows how to create both men and females to make us fall in love with. I've yet to find one that didn't sit well with me and these two were no different. I'm looking forward to September because I have a feeling Kaylee is in for a hot ride.
***Review copy requested and reviewed on behalf of OMGReads Blog ***
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