★★★★★ 5
Lucky and Lexie Will Break and Heal Your Heart
Format: Kindle
Oh my heart… Lucky and Lexie’s story was everything I hoped for and more.
Sweet Temptation, the first book in Bella Matthews’ new Love & Legacy series, is a heartfelt and emotional return to Kroydon Hills. From the very first chapter, I was pulled back into a world filled with witty banter, swoony moments, and characters that feel real and memorable.
Lexie Sinclair has spent the last year in Paris pursuing her culinary dreams. Living with Cystic Fibrosis, she has accepted that love isn’t something she can allow herself. She doesn’t want anyone to experience the pain of losing her, so she keeps her heart guarded. Her determination to protect herself and others broke my heart more than once.
Lucky Beneventi is the star quarterback, a known flirt, and her brother’s best friend. Lexie has always been his sweetest temptation, and now that they’re adults and living under the same roof, their connection is impossible to ignore.
Their chemistry has been building since childhood, and when they finally give in, it’s intense and emotional. Bella Matthews blends humor, tenderness, and heat beautifully, making every moment between them feel earned. Lucky’s quiet protectiveness and devotion made me fall in love with his character. He stands by Lexie even when she tries to push him away.
Lexie’s journey is raw, honest, and deeply emotional. Her strength and vulnerability are written with care, and there were several moments that genuinely moved me. Bella Matthews also delivers wonderful family dynamics. Seeing familiar Kroydon Hills characters as parents added a layer of nostalgia that fans will love.
Sweet Temptation is the perfect mix of heart, humor, and heat. It’s emotional, romantic, and hard to put down. This story made me laugh, swoon, and tear up more than once. Bella Matthews has delivered a beautiful romance that lingers long after the final page.
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Reviewed in the United States on October 5, 2025
