Sometimes I get really in my head about a book and lose the ability to string words together that convey my thoughts and feelings. Everything I’ve tried to write about In a Rush sounds overthought and boring, so I decided to go with the vibes the book brings to the function. The function being your reading place of choice.
- In a Rush leads with big marriage of convenience vibes that mask a strong “it’s always been you” core. Ryan has no subtlety when it comes to his love for Emme. In fact the only person who doesn’t know he is in love with her is Emme. But Ryan is great about not pushing Emme past her boundaries and knows her well enough to know when to let her come to him.
- The “it’s always been you” vibe doesn’t make me swoon nearly as much as the “I’ll take care of that” vibe, which Ryan is also bringing in spades to this party. He’s not just good arm candy, he has staff and he is willing to use them to make Emme’s life easier.
- Emme is the heart of the vibes, and that heart brings care and loyalty. She will face her awful ex so the wedding goes as planned, and she will marry her friend so he can get his business deal. She’s also brings the sparkle, and the unruly friend group of elementary school teachers (battle-hardened warriors, every one). She can snap out football stats, pout like a champion (who doesn’t love yelling at movies?), down a bowl of clementines, and make a dramatic exit at a party. ✨ Also, she won sex. ✨
- Are we all hoping to see more of Audrey and Jaime’s vibes in future books? Yes! Please.
Given the past week, it was lovely to sink into a world where people are trying to take care of each other and sex positivity is the norm.
In a Rush follows In a Jam, but since the Canterbary-verse is connected, you may recognize characters and locations from other books.
I received this as an advance reader copy from the author. My opinions are my own, freely and honestly given.