Lessons in Heartbreak by Karla Sorensen

A swoony, slow-burn romance that sneaks up on you with laughter, longing, and unexpected depth.

Sometimes a book finds you at exactly the right moment, and for me, Lessons in Heartbreak was exactly that. It’s the kind of story that makes you laugh, swoon, and clutch your chest because you can actually feel the characters falling for each other. Karla Sorensen delivers a romance that’s both charmingly funny and unexpectedly emotional—the ­­kind that sneaks up on you between the flirty banter and football innuendos, and then suddenly you’re crying into your wine glass at 2 a.m.

Small-town librarian Ruby Tate is organized, reserved, and a little risk averse. As a result, she tends to avoid chaos. So, when a misunderstanding leads her to accidentally reunite with her childhood neighbor, now NFL star Griffin King, you just know sparks are about to fly. Their dynamic immediately drew me in with witty banter, smoldering tension, and those small tender moments that made their connection feel real and unhurried. Ruby’s journey to reclaim her confidence is beautifully portrayed, and Griffin’s steady support, along with swoon-worthy touches and whispered nuzzles, made me melt right alongside her.

Griffin King!

Griffin is prime book boyfriend material. His patience, teasing charm, and genuine understanding of Ruby made him impossible not to fall for. A surprising midway reveal adds even more emotional weight, peeling back Ruby’s need for control in a really moving way. Their relationship builds quickly, but Sorensen makes every interaction count, layering in trust and vulnerability that feels completely authentic.

The side characters add just the right amount of heart and humor without ever stealing the spotlight. Their family and friends bring warmth and personality to every scene, and a familiar face from a previous book pops up in a way that fans will love. These moments helped make the world feel even richer without distracting from Ruby and Griffin’s story.

While there were a few points where I wasn’t sure where the story would go, it always stayed true to the characters and their growth. The extended epilogue was a perfect touch—hopeful, satisfying, and full of emotion. Lessons in Heartbreak hit all the right notes for me, and I’m already looking forward to spending more time with the King brothers.

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