Bella Andre is back and with another co-author by the name of Nicky Arden, she has created another family-oriented series called The Davenports.

The Davenports are a family of successful and interesting individuals that will eventually all find their true loves throughout the course of the series. In the first book, CALIFORNIA DREAMING, readers are introduced to Tessa Taylor and Archer Davenport.

Archer is a movie actor who injures his leg during a stunt and Tessa is a caregiver who helps nurse him back to health. As soon as these two met, I found their chemistry to be combustible. I really enjoy this easy style of writing makes it makes the books so easy to devour. I adore the way the authors wrote the characters. They were both charming and sweet at the same time. Sometimes, you just need a book that to refresh your palette.

Another thing I loved was the setting. Set in Carmel-by-the-sea, it offers the perfect backdrop to the series. I loved the descriptions and learning more about the place. It honestly made me want to live there! I think this style of writing paired with a beach setting is a win every time. You just can’t go wrong with it!

I cannot wait to read the other books in the series. CALIFORNIA DREAMING is definitely my favorite book I’ve read in 2024 so far!
2024-favorites author-bella-andre genre-contemporary-romance ...more4 s Gladys12.2k 140

I adored Tessa and Archer's story, and I can't wait to read about more of The Davenports. This book made me experience a full spectrum of feels and emotions. This romance offers up some amazing chemistry, clever banter, sharp humor, sultry heat and plenty of heart.2 s Bobbie1,082 10

I have loved Bella Andre books since the first Sullivan book and was so happy to have a new family with a new series. I even loved more that the Sullivans occasionally show up. Arch is a famous actor and one of 6 children in the Davenport family. He has an accident on the set and breaks his leg. He had met Tessa before who was helping a neighbor when she broke her arm and decides he wants Tessa to help him rehab. There were sparks when they first met and the sparks continue throughout the book but since Tessa is working for Arch she won’t let herself become involved. Of course there is a HEA but I loved the way the whole family got in helping this couple get together. As always the story was wonderful and I love the writing style. I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.1 JigsawGirl3,478

Great beginning to the Davenport family series. I d the way they supported each other, seemed so connected, and obviously had a lot of love to share. I loved the way they embraced Tessa.

Arch and Tessa had good chemistry. He was so patient with her, breaking down her walls, and helping to increase her confidence. I d the way loving Tessa helped Arch realize there was more to life than what he had been living.

I have never been to Carmel, but I loved the description. I was glad Tessa was able to embrace the changes in her life and she and Arch got their HEA.

I voluntarily read and reviewed the Advanced Reader Copy of this book.1 Debbie267 1 follower

An impressive start to this charming new series featuring the Davenport family, Archer and Tessa start this journey with their exciting story.
The family is introduced with movie star Archer who loves doing his own stunts and unfortunately his last one goes wrong, resulting in a broken leg. Tessa is a caregiver who has been working with Arch’s neighbour when she first met Arch, now she is being recruited to care for him. While helping him heal, their attraction to each other grows, but can Tessa believe she will fit into his world. A fantastic read. 1 Terri Tutor481 3

What a great start to a new series and a new family! It was also nice to meet up with some old friends, Smith and Valentina. When Arch met Tessa on the beach, he had an instant attraction to her. She was much more reserved. When Arch needed someone to help him recuperate, the first person that he thought of was Tessa. Of course, getting through her reservations took a lot of patience. He figured that it would be worth in the end. It helped that his family took an instant liking to her. Would Tessa be able to move on from her past relationship to finally find happiness in both her personal and work life? 1 Christine Jalili1,876 34

I absolutely loved this book and devoured it in a day. This new series is great and I already love the Davenport family. It’s great that we get scenes with Smith Sullivan and his wife Valentine. Loved how quickly Archer (Arch) falls for Tessa. They were so cute together and I loved when she opened up about her art. She doesn’t trust herself about falling in love in due to what she went through with her deceased husband. I ended up crying so hard. Loved feeling emotional in this book. Thankfully there’s a very happy ever after and I can’t wait for the next book. I voluntarily read an advanced readers copy and I highly recommend this book. 1 Cheryl1,390 2

Beautifully written story of Tessa and Archer. A new family to love and cheer for during their journeys to find “The One.” The Davenports are the family you want to share breakfast with while enjoying their funny banter. This family grabs at my heart just the Sullivans and was happy to reunite with some of them. Keep them coming, I can’t wait to see the next Davenport romance.
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