AUTHOR: Lane O’Neil

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Debut novel must-read…

I love that this book starts out with a little moment back in time for the prologue. It was such a cute glimpse into one of the main characters and side characters that I couldn’t imagine going without now.

Bree has essentially grown up in the casino life from even before she officially went to live with her grandmother. And that only became a bigger part of her life when her grandmother won big in the casino. Bree went on to become Lady Luck and follow in her mother’s footsteps as a persona and symbol of the Casino. Her relationship with her grandmother is definitely not ideal.

After the betrayal of her childhood friend turned crush, Bree is left in a rough place emotionally. When her best friend Cody takes a job away from town, it sort of forces her back into the world around her she’s been avoiding. Then the endearing Liem comes along and it’s like a new meant-to-be instant friendship. His charming older brother, Vinh, is a huge added bonus.

The connection between Bree and Vinh is oh so good. It felt like they really brought out the best in each other. They helped each other grow and open up in their own ways. He definitely falls first, while she is reluctant to get burned again. It’s such a sweet romance that had me swooning and giggling at so many great sweet moments. Love Bree and Vinh… and Liem and Cody and the Lott parents.

Such a good story! I loved the main characters and the side characters – which I totally want to see more of btw. This debut novel is a must-read for sure. Just ah! So good!