About the Book
Nikki DiMarco knew life wouldn’t be all sunshine and coconuts when she quit her dream job to help her mom serve up mouthwatering Filipino dishes to hungry beach goers, but she didn’t expect the Maui food truck scene to be so eat-or-be-eaten—or the competition to be so smoking hot.
But Tiva’s Filipina Kusina has faced bigger road bumps than the arrival of Callum James. Nikki doesn’t care how delectable the British food truck owner is—he rudely set up shop next to her coveted beach parking spot. He’s stealing her customers and fanning the flames of a public feud that makes her see sparks.
The solution? Let the upcoming Maui Food Festival decide their fate. Winner keeps the spot. Loser pounds sand. But the longer their rivalry simmers, the more Nikki starts to see a different side of Callum…a sweet, protective side. Is she brave enough to call a truce? Or will trusting Callum with her heart mean jumping from the frying pan into the fire?
My Review
Simmer plus spice! Oof, the chemistry between Nikki and Callum is what I sure remember from this book, in addition to my mouth watering plenty of times at the delicious recipes that were shared inside. Following the rom com path of sworn enemies turning into lovers, Simmer Down also gives great scenery, a sweet mother-daughter relationship, and a reality TV show/influencer angle. While a little predictable in some areas, it was a sizzling read that I highly enjoyed and would be great for your pool or beach day.
4.5 stars
