Book Review: With This Ring by Amy Clipston
Amy Clipston delivers a heartwarming romance in With This Ring, a story of second chances, forgiveness, and love’s messy yet fun journey. The novel, set in a small town, follows high school sweethearts Dakota and Hudson. They are unexpectedly reunited years after their broken engagement.
The reunion happens when Hudson’s sister, Layla, becomes engaged to a man she has only recently met. Concerned that Layla is rushing into something, Hudson feels he must head home to stop her wedding. In the meantime, Layla’s search for a wedding dress leads her to Dakota’s bridal shop, setting the stage for Hudson and Dakota to come face-to-face with their unresolved past. Neither has seriously dated since their engagement ended, and their lingering feelings quickly rise to the surface.
What makes With This Ring stand out is its dual focus: Will Dakota and Hudson rekindle their love despite the hurt and misunderstandings that drove them apart? Will Layla’s whirlwind romance find the stability and foundation it needs? The story is one of love, stubbornness, poor communication, and family. Dakota and Hudson, with their relatable flaws, make their journey all the more engaging. (Even if I sometimes wanted to shake some sense into them.)
If you enjoy stories of second chances with characters who feel real, With This Ring is a quick and fun read that will keep you entertained.
The book published on January 14, 2025. I was provided an advanced copy to read beforehand publication and provide a review.
