Bad Boy Era by Amy DawsSeries: Mountain Men Matchmaker #4
Publication Date: May 26, 2026
Pages: 448
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Rating: ★★★★
Source: Edelweiss
Genre: Fiction / Romance / Romantic Comedy
Publisher: MIRA / HarperCollins
Synopsis:
In the highly anticipated finale to USA Today bestseller Amy Daws's Mountain Men Matchmaker series, infamous matchmaking niece Everly is forced to share Fletcher Mountain with her bestie's infuriating twin brother Decker, an Irish rugby playboy seeking image rehab. When he proposes a twelve-week summer fling, Everly may finally get her own love story.
Rule #1 on the Everly Fletcher Matchmaking Manifesto…Never fall for your best friend’s grumpy brother.
Everly is the matchmaking mastermind of her family, but her own love life is a bit of a flop.
Back from four years in Dublin, she’s ready for a quiet summer on Fletcher Mountain helping launch her aunt’s animal rescue center—until Conri “Wolf” Reilly shows up.
Wolf is her college roommate’s infuriating twin brother. He’s brooding, Irish, and college rugby’s resident bad boy with thighs that could crack a watermelon.
His red card reputation has trashed his rugby prospects…until a training camp in Denver comes calling. As a favor, Everly reluctantly gets Wolf a place to stay if he volunteers at the rescue center.
Now Everly finds herself working and living next door to the Irish tattooed grump who treats her like a nuisance—but looks at her like he could press her up against a hay bale until they forget their own names.
Wolf swore he came to America to fix his image, not fall for his sister’s best friend, but the more time he spends with Everly, the harder it is to keep his distance.
Perhaps Everly’s in her bad boy era…or maybe Fletcher Mountain might has its own matchmaking plans.
REVIEW
Bad Boy Era is a fun, emotionally satisfying romance that leans into its trope with confidence and heart. Amy Daws delivers a story that’s both playful and grounded, pairing flirty banter with genuine character growth. The pacing is smooth and engaging, making it easy to sink into the world and enjoy the ride as reputations are challenged and expectations start to crack.
What makes the novel shine is its balance between swagger and vulnerability. Daws excels at crafting characters who are more than their labels, letting confidence soften into honesty and attraction grow into something deeper. The chemistry is lively and convincing, fueled by sharp dialogue and moments of surprising tenderness. Beneath the humour and heat, there’s a thoughtful exploration of identity, reinvention, and what it really means to be seen for who you are.
Bad Boy Era is a great pick for readers who love contemporary romance with humour, heart, and strong emotional payoff. It’s light without being shallow and sexy without losing sincerity, delivering exactly the kind of escapism romance fans crave. Bold, charming, and deeply enjoyable, this novel proves that sometimes the most satisfying love stories come when someone decides to leave their old image behind and start fresh.
Content and Trigger Warnings
Bad Boy Era includes:
- Explicit sexual content (18+)
- Power dynamics/possessiveness
- Emotional tension/conflict in relationships
- Profanity/strong language
- Alcohol use/party culture
- Themes of reputation and public scrutiny
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Once you’ve finished reading Bad Boy Era by Amy Daws, here are some other romance reads to check out with similar vibes.
- Want less drama, more fun → The Deal by Elle Kennedy, It Happened One Summer by Tessa Bailey
- Want more dominance & intensity → Twisted Love by Anna Huang, Dirty Headlines by L.J. Shen
- Want more spice, same tone → Beautiful Bastard by Christina Lauren, Fix Her Up by Tessa Bailey
- Want more emotional angst → After series by Anna Todd, Ruthless People J.J. McAvoy
Don’t forget to check out my reviews for the other three books in this series:
- Nine Month Contract (Book #1)
- Seven Year Itch (Book #2)
- Honeymoon Phase (Book #3)
