Grumpy Darling (The Darling Devils, #2)

Grumpy Darling by Alexandra Moody is the kind of book that reminds you why you fell in love with romance in the first place.

Following the unforgettable story of Reed and Violet, this second installment in the Darling Devils series turns the spotlight on Paige and Grayson, the two best friends standing on the edge of something more. Paige is determined to tick off her bucket list before leaving for college, and there's just one thing left to do: get her first kiss. Her plan? Enlist her childhood best friend Grayson to help her learn how to flirt… so she can finally kiss her long-time crush, Damien.

But there's a twist, Grayson has secretly loved Paige for years, and watching her chase someone else? Torture. Especially when that someone is Damien, a guy Grayson can’t stand.

This is a slow-burn, friends-to-lovers romance that absolutely delivers on the swoon. With Paige’s bright, sunshiny optimism clashing deliciously with Grayson’s grumpy exterior, their chemistry is undeniable from the very first page. The dynamic is full of soft tension, laugh-out-loud moments, and just the right amount of angst to keep you turning the pages. And beyond the central romance, the supporting cast brings warmth, humor, and heart to every chapter.

Whether you’ve been waiting eagerly since Rival Darling or are just discovering this series now, Grumpy Darling is sweet, funny, and utterly irresistible. It’s a story about timing, honesty, and the quiet ache of unspoken love and it will absolutely leave you smiling.