Curveball

Sweet Spot #1.5

by Vida Li Sik

Some things you can't duck.

When Sharda's childhood friend Arya asks her to help him find a wife, she agrees, eager to test her match-making skills. But as they spend more time together, she realises she wants the position for herself. Arya needs to fulfill the stipulation in his father's will–get married or lose the family fortune. He turns to his best friend for help. But what if the solution to his problems is right underneath his nose? And, as their cherished careers crumble, will these two workaholics take a chance on love?

Curveball is a standalone Friends to Lovers novella in the Sweet Spot Series.

153 pages, Kindle Edition

First published July 31, 2021

About the author

Vida Li Sik is a wife, mother, award-winning journalist and multi-genre author. She grew up in a small town, Nigel, in sunny South Africa, and now lives with her family in Johannesburg, the City of Gold. She has no pets and has yet to find a weird and wonderful hobby. In the meantime, she loves to write about people, real ones and imagined.

Reviews

[Tamara Dell · Rating 4 out of 5]

I enjoyed this book. It is an easy read, pulls at the heart a bit, because its easy to relate to not being able to read the signs and clues of others.

I was given a copy of this book bybthe author, and would like to thank the author for allowing me to read it. I have given an honest review.

[Michelle L. E. Price · Rating 4 out of 5]

Definite happily ever after… an enjoyable story, with good characters, and a little twisty. Some interesting word choices (like “anointing” her face with kisses), but super easy to get through. In a weird departure for me, the epilogue was the only part I didn’t like… it felt unnecessary.

[Celicia Fowlkes · Rating 4 out of 5]

They were best friends that knew everything about each other. A nice feeling to know that there is someone that you can depend on. She knew she had him but never really depended on him either. Life happened and she had to figure out what happiness meant to her. It was him all along. She really needed that experience to follow her heart.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Meenal · Rating 4 out of 5]

Friends to Lovers is my favourite trope. Novellas are another favourite. This book, thus, have me double the joy. I could see a friend in Sharda. The mannerisms, the reactions to unfair situations, and the swoony love story--I'd love to chat with her for a day! Arya didn't grow on me but I get his appeal. He's something! I liked the writing, but I wish the pace would've been quicker.

I received a complimentary copy of the book from the author via StoryOrigin in exchange for an honest review.

[Tanya · Rating 5 out of 5]

He needs help to find a wife to gain his father legacy, he turns to his best friend for help. She thinks it is great but maybe, just maybe they are the best pair. Are they going to be together? Could it work? See if they will

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Kimberly · Rating 4 out of 5]

The book is a good, and enjoyable sweet romance read. The story has a good story line. The characters are good, and they have good chemistry.

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[Barbara · Rating 4 out of 5]

The second book in the Sweet Spot series a well written short story that held my interest until the end. I enjoyed reading Arya and Sharda's story and seeing them get their happy ending. I received a copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Patty Mele · Rating 5 out of 5]

After receiving this book I read it from the very beginning to the very beginnning. I though tthe storyline and charcter built up was very well done and was instrumental to the whole story. I received this book for free thru an Advanced Review Copy, ARC, with an honest review freely given.

[D. · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was a great story for Arya and Sharda. They have quite a problem to solve when their solution is each other. This was a great story looking at a different country and culture. I really enjoyed this story.

[Elvira · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved the characters they are engaging and entertaining throughout the pages. The flow of the storyline kept me turning the pages.

I received a copy and am voluntary leaving my honest review.

[Vida Sik]

A sweet, friends-to-lovers romance set in India
Sometimes, your heart's desire is right in front of you.
For years, Sharda and Arya focused on their careers. For him, that meant putting in long hours as a police detective, while Sharda climbed the career ladder as a female sports writer. Both have their own reasons for proving their families wrong as far as their career choices are concerned. They don't have time to pursue love, and Sharda even goes as far as buying flowers for herself.
But, when her friend asks for her help, Sharda responds immediately. After all, "a friend in need is a friend indeed." Right?
If you like a quick, fun, two-hour read, then this book is for you. It is set in exotic India, and includes a short jaunt to the South African bushveld.