Geeky second chance romance!

Pearl works for a non-profit organisation that connects code-geek teenagers with mentors from the tech industry. Her boss is involved in a scandal, so she has to step up to lead. And as if that wasn't enough pressure, there's a new board member in the form of Cord - her old boss and sort-of-ex.

There is a lot of time jumping in the story, going back to what happened at various stages in the past, and this took me a while to get used to - particularly early on while I was still trying to get into the story. But once I did get into it I was absolutely hooked.

I loved Pearl's friend and family group. Those women are so supportive of each other (while being willing to call each other out). Pearl's sister's teenager features heavily in the book - as Pearl's houseguest and Cord's mentee - and they add a fantastic dynamic, particularly with the not-at-all subtle texts!

My geek heart was so happy throughout this. I'm a huge believer in highlighting the need for diversity in tech companies.

I can't skip mentioning the steam factor in this book. I had no idea what spice level to expect, but this was HOT! That study session has not left my thoughts since reading it.

This was my first Denise Williams book but certainly won't be my last. I'd recommend this to any lovers of second-chance contemporary romance.

Thank you Piatkus and Netgalley for the free review copy. All thoughts are my own.