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Catching Cassidy

(Harborside Nights #1)

Melissa Foster (Goodreads Author)

3.97 · Rating details · 1,833 ratings · 259 reviews

If you enjoy the Love in Bloom series by Melissa Foster, you'll love Harborside Nights.

*CATCHING CASSIDY is a SILVER MEDAL Winner! Readers' Favorite Award, Realistic Fiction*

Harborside Nights is a sexy, hot, and evocatively real New Adult Romance series that follows a group of friends who have known one another for years as "summer" friends, and now come together after co ...more

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Dec 13, 2017 SueBee★bring me an alpha!★ marked it as to-read · review of another edition

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Wyatt Armstrong never imagined that instead of celebrating his college graduation, he and his twin sister would be dealing with the death of their parents. Then again, Wyatt had never been one to think past tomorrow. He heads to their summer home in Harborside, Massachusetts, with his best friend Cassidy Lowell in tow, to spread his parents' ashes and to try to figure out his ne ...more

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May 03, 2015 Geri Reads rated it it was ok

2.5 stars!

Unfortunately, this was another bust.

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Oct 06, 2016 Amy rated it liked it · review of another edition

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Nice little romance. Some of the back and forth - oh we shouldn't, it will ruin our friendship - was just beginning to be annoying when it was resolved. But, I love that trope myself! I liked these characters and their challenges. Interesting details to the story. I like Melissa Foster's writing and intend to check out some of her other work. Not bad for a Kindle freebie! ...more

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May 17, 2015 Amanda rated it liked it · review of another edition

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Well, what a fresh breath of air! I find the New Adult genre to be very stale. Same old story over and over again. Catching Cassidy is, admittedly, not much different. We have our usual characters: a heroine who's not very confident, who's a bit neglected by her parents, who's not the most sexually experienced. Then we have the hero, an aggressive, confident, sexually experienced male. (Do notice the differences between the main characters, just sayin'.) Here, their names are Cassidy and Wyatt. This tale isn't the most original: best friends, but there's more lurking beneath the surface. When Cassidy finds her boyfriend (whom Wyatt is not a fan of) is caught cheating, and Wyatt's parents die in an accident, their lives are turned upside down. For the summer they go away to a small town where Wyatt's family spends the summers (and Cassidy is there with them). Now Wyatt must take responsibility for the bar his parents owned, take care of his sister, and figure out his feelings toward Cassidy.

That's the general story, and it's as much as you get. It's, despite some tough subjects, a breezy read that isn't too depressing. It touches upon some themes that most other NA stories doesn't, and does it better than those that do. As far as my reading NA goes, I'd give this plot two stars, due to the lack of originally (remember that I quickly get bored by similar stories, and some won't find this to be an issue). However, this book is a lot wider when it comes to diversity in regards to the characters. It's LGBTQ friendly, and it's not your usual stereotype that is often found in NA. That's a huge plus in my book.

Second, this book does handle tough subjects (homophobia, death, cheating, grief) with sensibility. That's another huge plus. I'm all for giving credit when credit is due, and this is the time for it. So yes, I'd add another star for that alone.

Then again, back to the plot. As said, it's nothing groundbreaking new this. This back and forth from the characters. Protect our friendship vs. take a risk on something more. And while I don't mind it, this one dragged it out a little too long for my taste. There's a long section in the middle that did add some depth to their relationship, but it could've been shortened down a bit too. Together with the somewhat predictable plot, it got bored for that part.

On the whole though, a good read. Better than your typical NA. It's brought down by predictable characters and plot, but the positive view on LGBTQ, it's take on tough subjects and overall good writing makes this one a really good NA story.

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Jul 07, 2015 1-Click Addict Support Group rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

The night of your college graduation is supposed to be a celebration of a life-changing event—one that signals the start of your life as an adult, getting ready to start a career, maybe a family. For Wyatt Armstrong and his twin sister, Delilah, the night of their graduation instead turns into mourning for their parents and yes, an immediate jump into adulthood.

Wyatt’s never been one to think too far ahead. But now, he needs to. He’s just happy he has his best friend, Cassidy, by his side to hel ...more

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Mar 15, 2015 Char ღ Denae rated it really liked it

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I was offered a copy of, Catching Cassidy, in exchange for an honest review, and I can honestly say that I really enjoyed it!

The characters are very realistic and likable, and the plot is down to earth, not so 'out there' as to be non-believable. In the beginning, the two main characters, Wyatt and Cassidy, and Wyatt's twin sister, Delilah, have just graduated from college. Upon witnessing Cassidy's boyfriend cheating on her, Wyatt, beats up the boyfriend in anger. As the story progresses, ther I was offered a copy of, Catching Cassidy, in exchange for an honest review, and I can honestly say that I really enjoyed it!

The characters are very realistic and likable, and the plot is down to earth, not so 'out there' as to be non-believable. In the beginning, the two main characters, Wyatt and Cassidy, and Wyatt's twin sister, Delilah, have just graduated from college. Upon witnessing Cassidy's boyfriend cheating on her, Wyatt, beats up the boyfriend in anger. As the story progresses, there are several incidents that show Wyatt's immaturity but he's forced to grow up fast when both of his parents are killed. Taking Delilah, and their lifelong friend, Cassidy, with him to Harborside, he must learn to control his anger and take care of his family's legacy, the bar and grill his parents built in the small, seaside town. Add the betrayal of a family friend and the probable move of Cassidy to New York City, as well as their continued grief, and it all seems to be too much at times. With the help of several really good, Harborside friends, the twins soon learn all that running the bar entails, and how to handle the unexpected issues with grace.

During this trying time, Wyatt and Cassidy discover, and admit, their long time love for each other beyond friendship. With all that's going on around them, Cassidy struggles to believe that theirs is a forever love but Wyatt, in his new-found maturity, knows exactly what he wants and teaches Cassidy a thing, or two, about being true to yourself.

Wonderfully-written story with lots of emotion and angst. I think one of the best things about this book, is that there are a few LGBT characters but they're represented in an honest, realistic way. No stereotypes or overboard situations. Just plain, every day people who happen to be attracted to the same sex. In fact, Delilah struggles with her sexuality in this story and is featured in the next book in the series. She's a deep, multi-faceted character and I'm definitely intrigued about how Melissa Foster tells her tale. ...more

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Jan 23, 2015 Marlene rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

It’s true what they say … you don’t know what you’ve got until it’s gone. That couldn’t be more true for twins, Wyatt and Delilah. Following their college graduation, it should be one of the happiest times of their lives, but when their parents are killed in a car crash their worlds are quickly turned upside down. Dealing with their loss and taking over the family’s business quickly forces them to grow up. Thankfully their best friend, Cassidy, is there to help them out along the way.

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Oct 22, 2014 ysar rated it it was amazing

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Wyatt's always been one to live in the moment, spending time with his friends and his sister, navigating a string of casual hook-ups, and never really thinking about the future. But when his parents are killed, the future he'd always taken for granted is suddenly unclear, and he's got some growing up to do if he's ever going to figure things out.

Cassidy can't deny her attraction to Wyatt, but he's her best friend, and he's never had any interest in a girl for longer than a night or two. He's a g Wyatt's always been one to live in the moment, spending time with his friends and his sister, navigating a string of casual hook-ups, and never really thinking about the future. But when his parents are killed, the future he'd always taken for granted is suddenly unclear, and he's got some growing up to do if he's ever going to figure things out.

Cassidy can't deny her attraction to Wyatt, but he's her best friend, and he's never had any interest in a girl for longer than a night or two. He's a great guy to have on her side, but he's not right for a relationship. But when her boyfriend is caught cheating on her, Wyatt is the first one to come to her defense, and when he needs her friendship just as much as she needs his, she doesn't hesitate to try and be there for him. Even when the lines between them begin to get a little blurred.

Best friends + New Adult + one of my all-time favorite authors? It's like this one was written just for me!

Cassidy, Wyatt, and Wyatt's twin sister Delilah have just graduated from college and are celebrating when everything comes crashing down. They stumble across Cassidy's long-time boyfriend cheating on her, something that's apparently been going on for quite some time, and Wyatt lets his fists fly. But Cassidy's relationship troubles are nothing compared to what Wyatt and Delilah are about to go through.

When their parents are suddenly killed in a car accident, Wyatt and Delilah are crushed. Trying to deal with the loss and everything that comes with it, they decide to spend the summer in Harborside, a small town where their parents had a vacation home and a bar & grill. Cassidy joins them, both to support her friends and because there's not much left for her at home anyway.

Wyatt's immaturity stands out almost like another character in the book, and throughout the story we see him giving into it, facing it head-on, and finally overcoming it. He and Delilah are both dealing with so much more than anyone their age should, and at a time in their lives when they thought the future was theirs to shape. Instead they're dealing with post-college life, the loss of their family, the inheritance of a business they know nothing about, a close family friend who's starting to come off as a bit sketchy, and Cassidy, who had planned on moving to New York once summer was up.

Obviously there's a heavy load of angst in the story, but it's tempered well with hope, selfless friends, and the romantic potential between Wyatt and Cassidy. But most refreshing is the realism with which the characters are portrayed. They act their ages, which often means they're reacting to things emotionally, immaturely, and without any semblance of reason. But they all truly care about each other, so even when things get awful, they never turn their backs on each other. And of course, there's Delilah. To be honest, I sort of expected her to find a relationship somewhere in this story, a secondary plot in which we wouldn't get much insight but would be told about, and I set myself up for that disappointment early on. Needless to say, I was thrilled when I found out that Delilah's story will be told in the next book!

It's no secret that I love Melissa Foster's books. They're all classic romance plots, complete with everything that keeps us going back to the genre, and yet her characters are just different enough, each with unique stories, that not only is each book different from the rest of the series, but they're a fresh change from just about everything else in the romance category. Throwing some New Adult and LGBT into the mix is just the icing on the awesome cake.

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May 13, 2015 Kaitlyn rated it it was amazing

Catching Cassidy Review Catching Cassidy was frustratingly good. Melissa Foster, as usual, did a wonderful job in this book. The way she describes the setting of Harborside makes it seem so welcoming, calming, and like home. As if anyone who goes there can find a place where they belong and people who will welcome them with open arms and care about them. Harborside sounds like it has beautiful landscapes and a great place to spend the summer.

The way Melissa makes the characters come alive makes Catching Cassidy Review Catching Cassidy was frustratingly good. Melissa Foster, as usual, did a wonderful job in this book. The way she describes the setting of Harborside makes it seem so welcoming, calming, and like home. As if anyone who goes there can find a place where they belong and people who will welcome them with open arms and care about them. Harborside sounds like it has beautiful landscapes and a great place to spend the summer.

The way Melissa makes the characters come alive makes the reader fall in love with them. Each character, even the secondary characters, have traits that makes their personality shine through and make them likable. I kept finding myself wanting to know more about the characters and what would happen next with them. I loved how close their friendships seemed.
The reason I found the book frustrating was because of the main characters, Wyatt and Cassidy. They had known each other for years, back from when they were kids. They were best friends and buried the feelings they had for each other deep down. Neither wanted to ruin the friendship they had spent so many years forming.

The summer of Wyatt and Cassidy's college graduation several events happen that cause them to spend the summer together. Those events have the capability of making each person fall apart. They stand by each other's side to try to make it through together.

Feelings that they had buried down start to rise. Now they find an attraction to each other that both characters try to hide and ignore. It's like they're skirting around each other out of desire and fear of what acting on those feelings could happen. I kept wanting Wyatt and Cassidy to get together or admit their feelings.

It drove me nuts each time they hide it or ignored their feelings. I was kept on the edge of my seat waiting for them to acknowledge their feelings. I'll admit, when they finally opened up to each other, I squealed. I can't wait to see how the series grows!

I received this book to review through Beck Valley Books Book Tours, all the opinions above are 100% my own. ...more

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Jul 08, 2016 Jessica Alcazar rated it it was amazing

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I have to say, this story really surprised me. I honestly thought it was only going to be a well written (because when does Melissa Foster not write well?) friends to lovers story. But what I got was waaaay more than that....I got a story about beginnings, growth, trust, friendship, family and above all love in its purest and simplest forms. Yes, the story had angst, but the love did not. The journey of Cassidy and Wyatt from friends to lovers was pure desire. Yes, there were frustrating moments ...more

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Nov 19, 2020 The Book Junkie Reads . . . rated it really liked it · review of another edition

Shelves: contemporary, contemporary_romance, audio-i-own, audible-com, new_adult, audio

changes in life brings about more than just simple

Overall 4 out of 5 stars
Performance 5 out of 5 stars
Story 4 out of 5 stars

Changes in one life impacts so many. There was a change in the way the childhood friends saw life now that a major impact have changed their view on life. Melissa Foster delivers a sweet, charming, expected new adult series with interesting characters with good friends and ties that run deep.

Our story centers around more than the couple at hand it has a greater circumferenc changes in life brings about more than just simple

Overall 4 out of 5 stars
Performance 5 out of 5 stars
Story 4 out of 5 stars

Changes in one life impacts so many. There was a change in the way the childhood friends saw life now that a major impact have changed their view on life. Melissa Foster delivers a sweet, charming, expected new adult series with interesting characters with good friends and ties that run deep.

Our story centers around more than the couple at hand it has a greater circumference. For this trio navigating life as a new college graduates, a set of twins, a best friend to them both, and have none of them have real direction for life. Wyatt and Delilah Armstrong have their world changed by the death of their parents. Taking care of all the things needed to have situation at home in Connecticut sends them spiraling for some comfort and control in their lives. Choosing to returning to the summer vacation spot put things in motion that may not have taken place at any other time.

Our main focus of this story is Wyatt and Cassidy. Wyatt was your somewhat typical male of college age. He had all the women that he could ever want tossing themselves at his feet. With the death of his parents and the confusing state of his sister and the reality of his feelings for his best friend. Reality hits him and it's time to grow up. The best part of realizing he needs to grow up is the fact that he has returned to Harborside and friends that are willing the help him through it all. Friends to lovers was bound to happen in time of need. But the big question is was it bound to happen in time or did the death of Wyatt's parents push the timeline.

Cassidy had her own issues, mistakes, confusion and more. Poor boyfriends with no moral compass. Parents that rather jet-set than be there for their only daughter. But there are other things that lie behind these events also. What was it about Cassidy that others just found it difficult to fully commit to her and what she needed. He struggle to confront her feelings for her best friend, her choice in careers, her next steps in her own life, and then there was Wyatt.

Virginia Rose and Teddy Hamilton did a perfect job adding depth and clarity to both males and females. There were identities to the characters that were clearly created. I loved there performances. The story itself left me wanting something more and a little bit different. I did not want the typical college kid with no real focus but then finds it in the end. It was nice watching Wyatt grow, but it felt cliche.'

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Apr 19, 2018 Sohinee Reads & Reviews (Bookarlo) rated it it was ok · review of another edition

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2.5 stars.

Couldn't complete it, unfortunately.

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Jul 05, 2016 Mollien Fote Osterman rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

Shelves: romance, new-adult

Title: Catching Cassidy
Series: Harborside Nights, Book One
Author: Melissa Foster
Publisher: World Literary Press
Reviewer: Mollien
Release Date: April 28, 2015
Genre(s): Contemporary Romance
Page Count: 280 pages
Heat Level: 2 flames out of 5
Rating: 4.5 stars out of 5
Blurb:

Wyatt Armstrong never imagined that instead of celebrating his college graduation, he and his twin sister would be dealing with the death of their parents. Then again, Wyatt had never been one to think past tomorrow. He heads to

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May 19, 2015 Nadene (Totally Addicted to Reading) rated it really liked it

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Being a fan of friends becoming lovers stories I was excited to read this title. From the moment I started reading I knew that this would be an emotional ride. The fact that it was written by Melissa Foster cemented that thought deeper in my mind.

This title is slightly different from her other series as it is geared towards college kids. However, this was where the difference ended. Like her other books Catching Cassidy tugs on your emotions and leave you wanting more. It was a pleasant surpri Being a fan of friends becoming lovers stories I was excited to read this title. From the moment I started reading I knew that this would be an emotional ride. The fact that it was written by Melissa Foster cemented that thought deeper in my mind.

This title is slightly different from her other series as it is geared towards college kids. However, this was where the difference ended. Like her other books Catching Cassidy tugs on your emotions and leave you wanting more. It was a pleasant surprise to see characters from her other series being included in this title.

As usual Melissa knows how to make her characters come alive. This ability enables readers to be able to relate to the characters. I enjoyed reading Wyatt’s and Cassidy’s story, although there were times when they both caused me no ends of frustration. Wyatt dealing with his parents’ loss brought back some painful memories for me. I understood the pain he was going through and could also relate to the regrets he was experiencing. This story reminded me that life goes on even after we have lost someone close and dear to us. I loved that Wyatt was able to recognize this. In the process, we see him growing from an irresponsible college kid into a mature young adult.

What frustrated me about the story was the interaction between Cassidy and Wyatt. These two have been friends for seventeen years. Cassidy has been in love with Wyatt for some time now, but she hid her feelings. Lately, Wyatt discovered that his feelings for Cassidy went beyond the realms of friendship. Cassidy is willing to take the risk to move from being just friends. Wyatt, however, is afraid to do so. He was not willing to risk losing his best friend. I understood why he felt this way. It was a huge risk because if things did not work out he stood to lose his best friend. However, life is all about risks. There are times when we have to take risks that we may not be comfortable with; failing to do so could result in one missing out on great opportunities. Now just when he finally acknowledges how he feels, Cassidy allows her insecurities, as it relates to her parents, to intrude on their newfound happiness.

The story is told from the POV of Cassidy and Wyatt. This was ok for me as it allowed me to have insight into their thoughts and emotions. However, the problem I had was there was no indication when POVs were being switched, as such there were moments when it took me some time to figure out which character was speaking.

As one would come to expect from Melissa Foster, Catching Cassidy is a beautifully written story of loss, friendships, love and growing up. This story speaks to the emotional journey that the leading characters were forced to undertake and how the bonds of friendship helped them to move beyond the pain and discover that loss is inevitable but life goes on no matter what.

I enjoyed this story immensely. It was believable and the character’s actions were relatable. It tugged at my heartstrings. There were times it made me cry and there were some laugh out loud moments and most of all it was very romantic. I highly recommend reading this book. ...more

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Jun 23, 2015 Sharon Martin rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

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After reading so many great reviews of Catching Cassidy I couldn't resist the urge to read it myself and I am so glad I did or I would have missed out on such a moving and totally enjoyable story.

The main characters, Wyatt, his sister Delilah and their best friend Cassidy, have all known each other since childhood, now left college they are ready for the next step in their lives and careers. They have such a warmth and beautiful bond of friendship between them that it's so easy to fall in love After reading so many great reviews of Catching Cassidy I couldn't resist the urge to read it myself and I am so glad I did or I would have missed out on such a moving and totally enjoyable story.

The main characters, Wyatt, his sister Delilah and their best friend Cassidy, have all known each other since childhood, now left college they are ready for the next step in their lives and careers. They have such a warmth and beautiful bond of friendship between them that it's so easy to fall in love with them.

Sadly instead of enjoying this time, Wyatt and Delilah's parents suddenly die in a car crash leaving the devastated brother and sister to pick up the pieces and take the reigns of their parents bar in Harborside, with no experience and the overwhelming grief to live with. Just before this happens Cassidy escapes the cheating arms of her boyfriend with the help of her two best friends and they had decided to spend the summer together, although now with heavy hearts in Harborisde.

As we arrive in beautiful setting of Harborisde with the trio of friends, you immediately feel the trendy, caring, laid back vibe of this close knit beach community and are introduced to their amazing friends. It was great to be in their company as they rally round to help Wyatt and Cassidy.

I was particularly drawn to Wyatt's character, although I loved Cassidy, what Wyatt was going through and how he felt he had to carry all the burden on his shoulders, while putting his own needs and grief under the carpet, was extremely touching. His grief made me want to reach out to him and tell him everything would be alright. The author, I feel, did an amazing job of incorporating the sensitive stages of grief within the story and all the emotions felt, it certainly sparked reminders of my own past loss while reading it.

Such a loss can shake your world and for partying Wyatt, it becomes clear what is important to him and what really matters in life. Realizing after all these years of caring and protecting Cassidy the reason is he simply loves her more than anything else in the world. Cassidy secretly has the same feelings for Wyatt but the with heavy hearts and vulnerability these childhood friends struggle to come to terms with how they now feel, not wanting to act on these feelings or let each other know and ruin their special bond of friendship by the unknown of a relationship. For others the undeniable love and passion between them is obvious, it's just a matter of time. At one point I almost had to have a word in Wyatt's ear myself but his actions stopped me.

I was literally turning the pages almost faster than I could read them, as the explosion of true passion and feelings took over. You will feel a rollercoaster of emotions as you feel that your right there, in the moment of this emotional and passionate romance. A wonderful end to a wonderful story and as I was teased to a glimpse of Book 2, Discovering Delilah, I am now craving more. ...more

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May 11, 2015 Chu rated it it was amazing

Rating: 4.5 Stars

It’s the familiar classic plot between friends to lovers – Wyatt and Cassidy have been friends since they were kids. They didn’t realize that graduating from college would change everything. Cassidy suffered from betrayal from the person she cared about and Wyatt is dealing with the death of their parents.

Wyatt was the type of person who didn’t think about the future. He was a happy-go-lucky guy who didn’t have a penchant for relationship. Then again, the death of his parents fo ...more

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Jun 30, 2016 Tiffany Willams rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

"If she were any other girl, I'd pay attention to the heat searing through my body, breaking through the sadness, which I would never have believed was possible. But Cass is my best friend. I know I shouldn't want her incredible lips on mine, especially now, when our lives are such a mess, but I can't stop myself."

Oh, wow.

Melissa Foster knows how to pull at your heartstrings!

Right from the start, you feel the bond between Cassidy, Wyatt, and his twin sister, Delilah. It is one of those rare and ...more

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May 14, 2015 Melanie rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

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My review

Can friends become more than just friends without ruining the relationship? That's what the question between Wyatt Armstrong and Cassidy Lowell. They've always been there for each other, through rough times and all the good , there's never any doubt that they would be there for each other whenever it's needed and a trip *I received the following product(s) to review. I was not required to write a positive review no other monetary compensation was given . Any and all opinions are my own.

My review

Can friends become more than just friends without ruining the relationship? That's what the question between Wyatt Armstrong and Cassidy Lowell. They've always been there for each other, through rough times and all the good , there's never any doubt that they would be there for each other whenever it's needed and a trip to Wyatt's summer home to deal with his parents passing, it's nothing different than before. Or is it?

Wyatt cannot deny his feelings for Cassidy any longer, but he doesn't want to ruin things between them in anyway. Between dealing with his own grief and loss, things being tossed at him to pick up he's forced to look at the furture more and that's not something he's used to doing.

Cassidy is aiming for a serious job she's been after, and plans for the furture. Big plans coming up but first she needs to help Wyatt pick up the pieces after his parents death. There's no question that she'll be by his side when he needs her, and she'll always be there for him. Problem is , Wyatt is short term. He's known for one night stands and nothing serious, so why is she suddenly looking at him as a possible future? Has she been blind all those years to what's heating up between them? Or is it just a step in the grieving cycle? The closer they get, the more Cassidy is wishing Wyatt wanted a future and something more than short term .

With some broken hearts and a mending pasts a strong friendship is tested in Catching Cassidy. Can they come out stronger than they started out to be? Or will the heat sizzle out and make them part ways forever? You'll have to find out and pick up a copy to find out!

I love all Melissa Foster's books, each one seems to be better than the last and I was so excited to see she started a new series! I needed new books you see, just when I think she's pouring them out too fast, I'm left waiting for that next page turner to enjoy. Catching Cassidy happens to be one of them as well. Wonderful story, loved that they were true close friends that actaully still had room to grow! They seemed so close, knew everything and yet, Foster was able to have them each grow throughout the story. It was a wonderful read! ...more

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May 05, 2015 Terisa rated it it was amazing

Wyatt Armstrong and Cassidy Lowell have been best friends since they were small children. In fact, Cassidy spent more time Wyatt and his family then she did her own. Her parents were always too busy with each other than to have time for her and the Armstrong's had always welcomed her with open arms. Wyatt, Cassidy and his twin sister Delilah were always together so much that there was never any doubt that they wouldn't always be together but on the night of their college graduation, all of their ...more

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May 13, 2015 Colleen B rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

If you've been reading my book reviews for any amount of time you'll know that Melissa Foster is one of my favoritest (yes it's a word) romance authors. So, once again, I was thrilled to start a new series with her. And I'm SO excited that I should get to review the WHOLE series as they come available. (I might be unreasonably excited.)

Catching Cassidy isn't going to take over the spot of my favorite Melissa Foster book. I don't want you to think I didn't like Catching Cassidy... because I reall If you've been reading my book reviews for any amount of time you'll know that Melissa Foster is one of my favoritest (yes it's a word) romance authors. So, once again, I was thrilled to start a new series with her. And I'm SO excited that I should get to review the WHOLE series as they come available. (I might be unreasonably excited.)

Catching Cassidy isn't going to take over the spot of my favorite Melissa Foster book. I don't want you to think I didn't like Catching Cassidy... because I really did. But... it took me a while to decide if I liked it. It didn't have the same feel to me. That is, the same feel as the other Foster series. I'm not sure why exactly. Like the other series, there is the romance between Wyatt and Cassidy at the forefront. There is the usual close knit group of friends and family. With the loss of Wyatt & Delilah's parents, we see the same support system from Cassidy and their other Harborside beach friends really play a strong part in the story. The story had all of the details in it that made me fall madly in love with Melissa Foster's books. But... it took me quite a while to LOVE this book. I didn't have an immediately love for Wyatt or Cassidy. Don't know why. But as I'm writing this and trying to figure it out... I'm thinking it's because they had so much growing up to do. Wyatt and Cassidy (and Delilah) in the beginning of the book WEREN'T Wyatt and Cassidy (and Delilah) at the end of the book (or even the middle). The end of college, the end of Cassidy's relationship, the parents death... it gave them all a shove to grow up fast. To change. It was almost a coming of age story... but with twenty-somethings.

I can easily see how, like the other series, this will progress through each book with the different friends being featured in the stories. I know that with each book I'm going to be drawn further and further in to the Harborside family. I'm looking forward to see what happens with Delilah in the next book... but I think I'm most looking forward to Tristan's book. ...more

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May 13, 2015 Kaitlyn rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

Catching Cassidy was frustratingly good. Melissa Foster, as usual, did a wonderful job in this book. The way she describes the setting of Harborside makes it seem so welcoming, calming, and like home. As if anyone who goes there can find a place where they belong and people who will welcome them with open arms and care about them. Harborside sounds like it has beautiful landscapes and a great place to spend the summer.

The way Melissa makes the characters come alive makes the reader fall in love Catching Cassidy was frustratingly good. Melissa Foster, as usual, did a wonderful job in this book. The way she describes the setting of Harborside makes it seem so welcoming, calming, and like home. As if anyone who goes there can find a place where they belong and people who will welcome them with open arms and care about them. Harborside sounds like it has beautiful landscapes and a great place to spend the summer.

The way Melissa makes the characters come alive makes the reader fall in love with them. Each character, even the secondary characters, have traits that makes their personality shine through and make them likable. I kept finding myself wanting to know more about the characters and what would happen next with them. I loved how close their friendships seemed.
The reason I found the book frustrating was because of the main characters, Wyatt and Cassidy. They had known each other for years, back from when they were kids. They were best friends and buried the feelings they had for each other deep down. Neither wanted to ruin the friendship they had spent so many years forming.

The summer of Wyatt and Cassidy's college graduation several events happen that cause them to spend the summer together. Those events have the capability of making each person fall apart. They stand by each other's side to try to make it through together.

Feelings that they had buried down start to rise. Now they find an attraction to each other that both characters try to hide and ignore. It's like they're skirting around each other out of desire and fear of what acting on those feelings could happen. I kept wanting Wyatt and Cassidy to get together or admit their feelings.

It drove me nuts each time they hide it or ignored their feelings. I was kept on the edge of my seat waiting for them to acknowledge their feelings. I'll admit, when they finally opened up to each other, I squealed. I can't wait to see how the series grows!

I received this book to review through Beck Valley Books Book Tours, all the opinions above are 100% my own. ...more

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Jul 02, 2016 Hannah rated it really liked it

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Catching Cassidy, the first in a new Love in Bloom series Harborside Nights. Finally I catch one of Melissa Foster's book series at the beginning! Not that it really matters I'm just picky that way I prefer to read a series from the start, doesn't always work out that way. I loved these characters, I'm not really much for New Adult, unless it's suspense or paranormal, but with this one the emotional and life changing events the characters matured very quickly, you see them grow from t ...more

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Apr 27, 2015 Bff Book Blog rated it it was amazing

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Catching Cassidy is a wonderful NA, coming-of-age novel that has all the feels! Wyatt is a fantastic young hero. He's kind, considerate, compassionate and loyal. Wyatt and his twin sister Delilah loose their parents in a sudden tragedy the night of their college graduation. He and Delilah bring their best friend Cassidy with them to Harborside for the summer. Wyatt struggles to ensure that Delialah and Cassidy are ok while at the same time trying to figure out his own role and place in this new ...more

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Apr 27, 2015 Jenna rated it it was amazing

This is the first Melissa Foster book I've read and already I am a big fan. I had heard good things about Melissa from a book group I am part of so when the opportunity arose to read and review this title I was curious to see if she was as good as I had been told. Catching Cassidy did not disappoint. There is no slow build up, the action starts from the first page and you are swept away by the story. Melissa's writing style is fantastic, the narrative flows seamlessly and her characterisation is ...more

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Oct 25, 2016 Kristen Holt rated it liked it · review of another edition

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Apr 29, 2015 Ruthie Taylor rated it really liked it

I received a free copy of this book to read and review for Wicked Reads

Ms Foster is a talented writer, who's work flows easily off the page and into your brain. I love it when I don't stress about the use of language and just immerse myself fully in the writing.

I am a big fan of long time friends finally working out just how special their relationship is and could be, that they do it in a highly charged and passionate atmosphere just ramps up the enjoyment. As we know that this is the first in ...more

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Mar 18, 2015 Mary Strunk rated it it was amazing

Shelves: arc-2015-kindle-books

ARC given in exchange for an honest review

Wow. This book deserves more than 5* but I can't give it more than that. The author has a way with her writing that draws you into the book and you just don't want to stop reading. This is such a heartfelt story and one that you can feel that is written from the heart. You will have all different kinds of emotions thru this book and you will feel them. The chemistry is even hot and oh my it can make you squirm.

I can't risk losing you as a friend if t ...more

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Mar 27, 2015 Charlotte Lynn rated it it was amazing

Oh how I love these characters. They are more young adult than some of the other characters Melissa Foster usually writes about but they are just as wonderful. I felt like these could be my daughter's friends and I wanted them to be happy, safe, and successful.

I loved the Wyatt and Cassidy had been friends for so long, yet they never took their relationship to the next level. They both got jealous when the other was in a relationship but were afraid to lose each other. This goes to show that so ...more

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May 14, 2015 Ashley Gill rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

New Favorite Alert!!! New Favorite Alert!!!

I know I say this with most of Melissa's books but I totally mean it this time! I am loving this new series and can't wait to see what happens with the other characters. However, there is a wait to get to know them, so let's talk about Cassidy and Wyatt!

Wyatt Armstrong is your typical college boy that loves women. Cassidy is your typical college girl that loves relationships. They've known each other since they were children and consider each other to ...more

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