Astrid Parker Doesn't Fail

Praise

“Ashley Herring Blake knocks it out of the park again with a rivals-to-lovers story with a big beating heart! She has a knack for writing characters who feel like they could be your friends—flawed women with complex inner lives who leap off the page with personality. I wanted to give Astrid a giant hug; I wanted to give Jordan my number. Bright Falls is a world I want to live in, and I can’t wait to return to!”—Alison Cochrun, author of The Charm Offensive

“As only she can, Ashley Herring Blake weaves magic through each corner of her work, transporting readers to an inclusive haven they’ll never want to leave.”—Courtney Kae, author of In the Event of Love

“If you’ve read the first in this series, you wouldn’t think this could be even better, but somehow it is! Blake has outdone herself. She’s truly a romance powerhouse and an auto buy author.”—Meryl Wilsner, author of Mistakes Were Made

“Returning readers will be delighted to revisit Bright Falls and any romance fan will thrill at the sexual and emotional gratification on offer here.”—Publishers Weekly

“Blake tenderly explores Astrid’s journey to becoming more herself—which involves interrogating her career dreams and realizing that she’s bisexual. Astrid and Jordan are both appealing characters, and Astrid’s boisterous and endearing group of queer friends will make Bright Falls a town readers won’t want to leave. A steamy, emotional, and charming romance about defining success on your own terms.”—Kirkus Reviews

“The characters and relationship feel balanced and fresh…Blake’s second “Bright Falls” novel (after Delilah Green Doesn’t Care) is a good fit for readers looking for stories involving thirtysomething characters, bisexuality, strong friendships, and character growth.”—Library Journal

“Ashley Herring Blake expertly employs humor and angst to set two lost women on a rocky path to happily ever after…For fans of renovation shows, found family, stolen kisses and the occasional crude joke, Astrid Parker Doesn’t Fail is a literary success.”—Shelf Awareness

“Delivering an emotionally complex yet upbeat rivals-to-lovers romance with two headstrong women at its core featuring relatable themes that are sure to make millennials feel seen like never before, Astrid Parker Doesn’t Fail is a welcome addition to the queer adult romance genre!”—The Nerd Daily

“Ashley Herring Blake’s follow-up to Delilah Green Doesn’t Care is a hot and hopeful renovation romance.”—BookPage