I received a copy of this book for an honest opinion. Although contemporary romance isn't my favorite genre, overall this story was very sweet. I wish that the author had developed more of the storyline between Bri and Gerard and more of a glimpse of Bri's parents relationship. It just seemed like there wasn't enough context of her parents' love story, her mother, and her desire to stay in the bakery. I saw a connection with her mother and the bakery but not her parents' love story with the bakery. Her relationship with Gerard just seemed a bit rushed towards the end. ( )

Way back at the beginning of 2020, I was thrilled to see Betsy St. Amant had a new book releasing this year. The cover was sweet, and the premise of the story was enticing.

But for me, The Key to Love fell in the middle of the road. I didn’t hate it, but I didn’t love it either. Bri and Gerard’s banter is entertaining from the get-go, but their romance felt unnatural and forced.

The supporting characters were the ones who stood out in this story. There are the requisite matchmakers, the small-town villain, and everyone in between. Oh, and the Petit fours and macarons, too.

In the end, this is a sweet story with a happy ending that fans of Hallmark movies may enjoy.

Disclosure statement: I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book and was not required to write a positive review. All opinions are my own. ( )

Sweet all around - from the macarons to the love lock wall! Betsy St. Amant's book, The Key to Love, is one that could be the premise of a Hallmark movie. When a small town bakery is struggling to thrive, the only hope they have is resting on a journalist who is the least likely to appreciate the heart of their business and write a raving review.

It was easy to imagine stepping through the doors of the Pastry Puff and getting to know the people of the town. The two sisters who own the bakery are hilarious in their banter back and forth. The tension between the bakery chef, Bri Duval, and Gerard Portier, the motorcycle riding journalist, is predictable but not a deal breaker. The characters overcome disappointment but discover that expectations can hide the very things you are searching for. Overall the story was witty, charming, wholesome and a fun read! Don't be surprised when you start craving macarons! ( )

This was a fun read as Bri has her own ideas about love and has found an interesting way to incorporate it into her store. I think her store would be neat to visit and it sounds like a great place to eat and take in the atmosphere. When her store and its locks have an opportunity to be featured in a magazine, Bri finds herself falling for the writer of her story. The only catch is , is that she isn't what she expected for her turn at love.

I received a copy to read, the review is mine. ( )

This is a very sweet contemporary romance. Bri wants a romantic relationship like what she thinks her parents had before they died. She works in a bakery that is owned by two matchmakers. I really enjoyed these two women. They were such fun. Gerard doesn’t believe in romance. I felt sorry for Gerard in the beginning since he didn’t have a romantic bone in his body. I love how each of the characters learns a lesson in love. I received a copy of this book from Revell for a fair and honest opinion that I gave of my own free will. ( )