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thereadinggoose's review
emotional
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.75
Catch and Keep by Erin Hahn is a really adorable contemporary romance centering around Maren, a former youtube star who has a passion in fishing, and Joe, a single father and Maren’s brothers best friend. Maren moves back to her hometown after receiving a building in a family friend’s will. She works to rebuild and model the building for sale while also reacquainting herself with Joe and his family.
The plot of this story is absolutely adorable and I found myself hooked. Once I got about 20% into the story, I read it all in one day. The story is unique, but also follows the template of a normal contemporary romance, which I enjoyed. The characters were relatable and easy to follow, and Maren was a strong and realistic female character, which is something I am always looking for. I really enjoyed reading this book.
Overall, I would give this book a 3.75/5 stars. It was a really fun read and lacked a third-act breakup, which is kind of a pet peeve of mine. It was unique and cute. I would recommend it to any romance readers out there and am planning to now read the rest of the series, which I had not read before starting this one. I am a new Erin Hahn fan!
chailady's review against another edition
funny
inspiring
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
demi_sewell's review
adventurous
emotional
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
I really enjoyed this book! By the second chapter, I was completely captured and couldn't wait to finish the chapters. I almost didn't want to finish the chapters it was such a great book! Seeing Joe and Maren's relationship blossom throughout the story was really sweet, and I love the way the author adds real-life words and scenarios to the pages. It sounded like I was having a conversation with my own friends. I mean we all know that they'll always be together by the end of the book (it's always that way) but it was such a great build up and execution. I'm excited to read more books by this author!
booksbydann's review against another edition
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.0
fantasticallyfabled's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
nicolegardner's review
adventurous
funny
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Love love loved this read.
erinmadison's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.5
this was super cute!! rogers and the two kids were just adorable and joe is such a sweetheart.
there wasn't anything in particular i disliked about this one (other than her brother, literally go rot why was he so mean) but it also just didn't stand out a ton for me. based on the other reviews though, i think this might just be me, and it was still very sweet and a fun read especially if you're looking for something simple and easy!
there wasn't anything in particular i disliked about this one (other than her brother, literally go rot why was he so mean) but it also just didn't stand out a ton for me. based on the other reviews though, i think this might just be me, and it was still very sweet and a fun read especially if you're looking for something simple and easy!
hellarachel's review
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
4.25
brother’s best friend + small town resort + fishing = feel good fun. a sweet story that had a lot of tropes i don’t usually go for but it was done in such a natural and wholesome way… while still having some spice.
i didn’t realize this was the next story in a best friends series although it read easily as a stand-alone. i do love reading in order to feel like i *know* the supporting characters when they show up but it wasn’t necessary to enjoy their relationships.
the conflict in this story was all external - i would have liked a liiittle more tension. but it serves its purpose well as a lighthearted palette cleanser. i’ll definitely be reading more erin hahn when i need a sweet and swoony reset <3
thank you to NetGalley and SMP for the eARC!
i didn’t realize this was the next story in a best friends series although it read easily as a stand-alone. i do love reading in order to feel like i *know* the supporting characters when they show up but it wasn’t necessary to enjoy their relationships.
the conflict in this story was all external - i would have liked a liiittle more tension. but it serves its purpose well as a lighthearted palette cleanser. i’ll definitely be reading more erin hahn when i need a sweet and swoony reset <3
thank you to NetGalley and SMP for the eARC!
Content Warnings
Moderate: Ableism, Alcohol, and Stalking
nelliereadsalot's review
5.0
I don't read a ton of contemporary romances these days, but I've now read 5 of Erin's books in the last year. I will read absolutely anything she writes.
She manages to write her characters in a way that feels so authentic. They may have challenges that they need to work through, but they are always met with realistic actions and care.
Catch and Keep is no different. At the beginning of the book, we meet Maren, who returns to her childhood summer stomping grounds after an epically terrible proposal and subsequent breakup. She sets out to renovate a property she inherited but doesn't anticipate how her life will also change. Enter Josiah Cole, her brother's best friend and single dad.
Now, there are a lot of tropes in this that aren't usually my thing (small town, brother's best friend, single dad), but I trusted Erin to take me on the journey and I'm so glad I did. I loved these two.
Erin is an auto-read author for me. Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for an eARC of this book for an honest review.
She manages to write her characters in a way that feels so authentic. They may have challenges that they need to work through, but they are always met with realistic actions and care.
Catch and Keep is no different. At the beginning of the book, we meet Maren, who returns to her childhood summer stomping grounds after an epically terrible proposal and subsequent breakup. She sets out to renovate a property she inherited but doesn't anticipate how her life will also change. Enter Josiah Cole, her brother's best friend and single dad.
Now, there are a lot of tropes in this that aren't usually my thing (small town, brother's best friend, single dad), but I trusted Erin to take me on the journey and I'm so glad I did. I loved these two.
Erin is an auto-read author for me. Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for an eARC of this book for an honest review.
meg13sam's review
emotional
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0