Love in Plane Sight by Lauren Connolly

Beth and George. My God. I love these two with my whole feral romance-reader heart.

Their story opens with an actual bang—an emergency landing that throws Beth’s entire world off balance in the best, most chaotic way. One minute she’s stuck in place, weighed down by family secrets and responsibility. The next, she’s in a cockpit with her brother’s grumpy best friend panicking for her life.

Beth is a heroine who has been quietly barely holding it together, but no one around her sees the full picture. She carries so much alone, and she does it with grit, humor, and this fierce determination that makes you root for her from page one. While simultaneously wanting to pinch her and make her open up.

George? Whew. This man is not what he seems. He’s quiet strength wrapped in mystery, and every chapter peels back another layer you absolutely didn’t expect. His history hits hard. His choices hit harder. And once you see the full scope of who he is—you’re gone. Completely gone.

And the details. The tiny, blink-and-you-miss-them breadcrumbs this author drops? They pay off everywhere. Little moments that seem insignificant turn into emotional gut punches later.

The supporting cast shines too.

Shawn, Beth’s half brother, is pure golden-retriever energy.
Darla, her best friend, is blunt chaos with a heart of gold, and she steals every single scene she’s in.
The moms? Angels on earth.
The dads? Absolute trash goblins. Certified Worst.

As Beth and George spend more time in the air, the tension shifts into something tender and unavoidable. The blurb promises grumpy best friend + nemesis energy, flight lessons, career dreams, and simmering attraction—and the book delivers on every single thing. But it also digs into family wounds, financial strain, and the fear of taking a risk on love when your whole life feels precarious.

The emotional beats of this story? Perfect. Smooth. Satisfying.

This romance isn’t just about falling for the guy—it’s about choosing yourself, fighting for a future you’ve been told you don’t deserve, and trusting someone enough to let them in the cockpit of your life. But also, trusting those that love you are in your corner no matter what.

If you love:
✈️ Grumpy/sunshine
✈️ Brother’s best friend
✈️ Forced proximity (but make it aviation)
✈️ Slow-burn heat with emotional depth
✈️ Strong side characters and found family vibes

…this book absolutely soars.