Silver James has perfected the art of keeping everything at a distance—her career, her friends, and most definitely romance. Her motto is simple: keep life carefree and fun. The more she avoids the unexpected, the less likely she is to get hurt. But when the bookstore she works at threatens to close, Silver does the only thing she can think of to maintain her sacred status quo—she impulsively buys the place herself.
Hendrix Wells is running from his past and the memories that plague him. After tragedy flipped his world on its axis, he returns to New York City for a fresh start without any complications. The last thing he needs is an off limits attraction to the bold, beautiful woman living in the building where he just got a job. But when it’s clear Silver might need help, he recklessly steps in like a knight in shining tool belt and offers her a helping hand—after hours.
Silver is determined to make the store a success and prove to herself that she can commit to something, even if that something isn’t Hendrix. But over nights spent painting bookshelves, tearing up floorboards, and games of twenty questions—the two form an undeniable attraction built on scorching banter and surprising commonality. Hendrix is all in, but for Silver, old habits die hard, and she realizes he might be a greater threat to her heart than she ever thought possible.
With everything on the line, they have to decide if the risks of love are worth the reward of a silver lining that might be hiding just around the block.
"Violet Page’s debut, Silver Linings, is pure magic. I fell hard for Silver and Hendrix, their chemistry, their tension, and the way their story unfolds will absolutely capture your heart. This is a story about love, growth, and holding on to hope, and it’s written with such warmth that it feels unforgettable. A love story that stays with you long after the last page."
"The characters are so relatable and drawn out. The writing style is more like chatting with my friends and catching up at our monthly meet ups. Just the right amount of spice and sweet. It’s truly a heartwarming moment and Violet does an amazing job bringing New York to life in this book. Great job 💜"
"You cannot help but fall in love with Silver. Her personality just flys off the page. Between her adorable wardrobe and witty comebacks to literally everyone, not just Hendrix. She's just a perfect Female Main Character. Hendrix compliments Silver so well. The bit of slow burn at the beginning... but once Hendrix get's his feelings in order, OH MY GOD!... There is nothing SEXIER!
"!!!!!!!!Trying to write a review but I am speechless! No thoughts just giggle, blush, kick feet!!!! I love Hendrix. I am not even ashamed to admit that Silver Linings had me searching "Handyman Aesthetic" on Pinterest to fuel my daydream material... I love him. I especially love how soft and intimate he was with Silver. Their dynamic was everything to me. The banter would have me laughing out loud, and the tender moments had me grinning ear to ear... Silver Linings is an incredible debut from Violet Page... I will definitely pick up anything Page puts out in the future.
"Silver Linings is a deeply touching & healing romance that explores themes of emotional growth, overcoming negative self-perception, the importance of found families and support systems. Silver and Hendrix are easy to root for because they are two wounded individuals learning to grow, trust and love. This book will make you laugh, cry, swoon & blush."