Review: Breaking all the Rules by Amy Andrews

 Synopsis

Sometimes you gotta toss your whole life into a burning dumpster to find what’s most important...

Beatrice Archer has always done everything she’s supposed to —worked her ass off, ignored her non-existent personal life, and kept her mouth shut. Now she’s over it. The rat race, respectability…the underwire bras. She’s taking her life back. Starting with moving to Nowhere, Colorado to live life on her own terms.

Now Bea gives exactly zero forks. Beer for breakfast. Sugar for everything else. Baggy sweats and soft cotton undies FTW. Then a much younger and delightfully attractive cop is called to deal with her flagrant disregard for appropriate clothing outside the local diner (some folks just don’t appreciate bunny slippers) and Bea realizes there’s something missing from her little decathlon of decadence…and he might be the guy to help her out.

When it comes to breaking rules, Officer Austin Cooper is surprisingly eager to assist. He’s charming, a little bit cowboy, and a whole lot sexy. But Bea’s about to discover that breaking the rules has consequences. And all of the cherry pies in Colorado can’t save her from what’s coming…

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It's a lighthearted and fun story. I enjoyed the quirky nature of the main character, Beatrice. She is determined to break all the rules because living by the rules has done her no good. Tired of the life of a workaholic, she decides to leave her high-profile job and move to a small town where she might find some peace. She doesn't want to make plans or worry about anything other than what's right in front of her. The future will happen soon enough.

Austin is a police officer in a small town and he loves his job. He tried living in the city once, but that life wasn't for him. Now, he is back home and living on her parent's farm. That's when he meets the most intriguing woman, Beatrice. She says one thing but does the opposite. He understands that she is going through some mid-life crisis, but that doesn't stop him from finding her attractive. The only problem is that she thinks him too young for her.

I adored Bea and Austin as a couple. They have their hangups and things don't always go as planned, but still, they are having the best time of their lives. Another thing I loved about the book is that it's not angsty. It's a lighthearted romance that is perfect for someone looking for a fun read. The type of book you would enjoy on a cozy night in front of the fireplace or a sunny afternoon while soaking in the warmth. For romance lovers, it's a real treat.

P.S. I received a complimentary copy of this book via NetGalley. The review is my honest opinion and has nothing to do with the author or the publisher.