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It Started with a Kiss (InstaSpark Collection) Kindle Edition

4.4 out of 5 stars 3,045 ratings

It started with a kiss.
Then it became so much more.

Love at first sight.
Avery Connor doesn’t believe in it.
But what about love at first kiss?
A favor for a friend. Kiss a stranger and walk away.
But what if that favor, and that stranger, prove to be the turning point of her life?
What if that kiss leads to something more?
Dr. Daniel Stewart is certain it will.
He is determined to make her see him. To feel what he feels.
To have the effects of that kiss last forever.
A story about taking a chance, opening your heart to the moment, and falling in love.

What is Insta-Spark?
Book #1 of the Insta-Spark collection. Complete standalone reads with one thing in common - lots of sweetness and a guaranteed HEA. Instant attraction, little angst - love and happiness abounds in this collection.
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"A sweet and sexy tale of fast love, desire and passion."
- USA Today bestselling author Lauren Rowe

"OMG... the epilogue, a stoke of genius and one that so suits Daniel. My heart grew even bigger as Daniel's filled with even more love. And the smile I had during reading this book grew so big I think my cheeks still hurt!"
- Denise - Shh Mom's Reading blog

"I couldn't have asked for a better pick-me-up, feel-good read. I have no doubt I will re-read this book when I need some light. Some fun. Some happiness. Because that's what It Started with a Kiss is."
- Beth, Panda & Poodle

"Sweet, sexy and captivating. It Started with a Kiss will have you hooked from the very first word to the last. Avery & Daniel's Story is enchanting romance at it's best."
- USA Today bestselling author E.S. Carter

"Melanie Moreland delivers an emotional, pulse-pounding love story that will capture your heart and refuse to let go."
- Author Sasha Brummer

"I loved the sensual, sweet story of love at first sight. Melanie delivers a romantic, sexy fairy tale readers will fall for."
-Author Brenda Rothert

From the Author

Insta-Spark Collection
Complete standalone reads with one thing in common - lots of sweetness and a guaranteed HEA. Instant attraction, little angst - love and happiness abounds in this collection.

Book 1 - It Started With A Kiss
Book 2 - Christmas Sugar
Book 3 - An Instant Connection
Book 4 - An Unexpected Gift
Book 5 - Harvest Of Love
Book 6 - An Unexpected Chance
Book 7 - Following Maggie
Book 8 - The Wish List


Where Sparks Fly Instantly!

Product details

  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B01MXNT92E
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Moreland Books Inc (January 23, 2017)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ January 23, 2017
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 2.7 MB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 320 pages
  • Customer Reviews:
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Customers find this romance book thoroughly enjoyable, with a love story that ends up more romantic than expected. The book features heartwarming moments without drama and plenty of funny life moments that keep readers smiling from ear to ear. Customers praise the writing quality, with one noting Melanie Moreland's masterful storytelling, and appreciate the character development, with one review highlighting the leading lady's relatability. The book's pacing is engaging, with one customer noting how the theme runs throughout the story.

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132 customers mention "Readability"130 positive2 negative

Customers find the book highly readable, describing it as a beautiful story that kept them engaged.

"...This story is funny, loving, tender, sexy, poignant and utterly captivating. If I could give this 10 stars I would." Read more

"...I love a cute-meet and this one was wonderful. But when Avery and Daniel meet again, it gets even better...." Read more

"...First, let me say that I enjoy this book thoroughly, this book made me feel good and happy...." Read more

"...More than worth of your time! Grab your favorite reading snacks & indulge in this swoon worthy romance." Read more

115 customers mention "Romance"105 positive10 negative

Customers enjoy the romance in this book, particularly its sweet epilogue, and one customer mentions experiencing all the highs and lows of a strong love.

"...it's obvious that they are destined to be together and their attraction is undeniable, it takes a little longer for them to admit how deep their..." Read more

"...This book is so beautiful, the story move at a steady pace, funny and tender moments...." Read more

"...Grab your favorite reading snacks & indulge in this swoon worthy romance." Read more

"The writing is excellent, and I loved the story plot, too. But....it started to get too sweet and very predictable for my tastes...." Read more

55 customers mention "Sweetness"55 positive0 negative

Customers find the book sweet and delightful, with one customer specifically mentioning the beautiful way the characters meet.

"...This story is funny, loving, tender, sexy, poignant and utterly captivating. If I could give this 10 stars I would." Read more

"...This is, as the series is titled, insta-spark, insta-lust, insta-love and I enjoyed every moment of it. ”He’s already named you, Avery...." Read more

"...Avery is a shy, beautiful girl who has a best friend that wants her to do her a favor by kissing a stranger for research on a television show.,..." Read more

"...Their first kiss was sweet and tender and then turned into fire for the next one (and pretty much every kiss there after with them lol)..." Read more

43 customers mention "Writing quality"40 positive3 negative

Customers praise the writing quality of the book, describing it as an amazing, easy, and beautiful love story that is down to earth.

"I absolutely LOVED this book. The characters, the story line, the writing - everything!..." Read more

"Beautifully written love story with lots of funny life moments. Daniel & Avery’s love story is the kind romantics dream of!..." Read more

"The writing is excellent, and I loved the story plot, too. But....it started to get too sweet and very predictable for my tastes...." Read more

"...So well rounded!" Read more

40 customers mention "Heartwarming"40 positive0 negative

Customers find the book heartwarming, with tender moments that bring forth emotions, and one customer notes it provides happiness without lots of drama.

"...This story is funny, loving, tender, sexy, poignant and utterly captivating. If I could give this 10 stars I would." Read more

"...With very little to almost no angst, lots of hot smexy times, and an epilogue that will absolutely make you swoon and cry,..." Read more

"...book is so beautiful, the story move at a steady pace, funny and tender moments...." Read more

"...hands this author crafted a story with depth, dimension, and serious emotion...." Read more

37 customers mention "Humor"37 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the book's humor, finding it entertaining with lots of funny life moments that keep them grinning from ear to ear.

"...This story is funny, loving, tender, sexy, poignant and utterly captivating. If I could give this 10 stars I would." Read more

"...There are a lot of laugh of loud moments in the book, the sex scenes have just the right amount of steamy and sexiness...." Read more

"Beautifully written love story with lots of funny life moments. Daniel & Avery’s love story is the kind romantics dream of!..." Read more

"...The beginning had me rolling with laughter, and there were some other very funny moments after that, as well...." Read more

36 customers mention "Character development"36 positive0 negative

Customers love the characters in the book, with one customer finding the romance beautifully written and another noting that Daniel was perfect for Avery.

"...All the character are beautifully written - normal, mature, sensible adults who actually talk about things rather than play silly games with each..." Read more

"...Avery and Daniel’s character development was so well written I felt like they were a part of my family. I loved them both equally...." Read more

"...He is absolutely hands down the gooiest and sweetest male character I’ve ever read in a book and to boot he has the dirtiest mouth and mind!..." Read more

"...Both main characters with all their quirks and their personalities. And the ending was so beautiful and different. It made me smile and cry...." Read more

17 customers mention "Pacing"14 positive3 negative

Customers find the pacing of the book positive, describing it as utterly captivating with a cute premise, and one customer particularly appreciates how the theme runs throughout the story.

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"...A sequel could seriously happen. Each person was skillfully drawn and I could visualize myself along for the ride...." Read more

"...The dialog was engaging, realistic, and not over the top. There were so many laugh out loud scenes!!..." Read more

"...This is basically a romantic story; no mystery, intrigue or violence. The worst that happens is a car accident; but again, all ends well...." Read more

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  • Reviewed in the United States on February 1, 2017
    I absolutely LOVED this book. The characters, the story line, the writing - everything!

    Avery and Daniel meet in the most peculiar circumstances. Avery has agreed to help out her friend by kissing a stranger on camera - for research, of course. Just as she's about to arrive at the studio, and still talking herself in and out of it, she checks her phone and in that second bumps into a stranger who knocks her flying and stands on her hand. The stranger is appalled with his actions and tells her to sit tight while he goes and gets something to bandage her hand. Avery, doesn't wait for him and rushes into the studio before she can change her mind. To her surprise the person she has been matched with to kiss, turns out to be the man she bumped into, his name is Daniel and he is there because he lost a bet with his sister. They kiss - its intensity is mind blowing and so begins their love story.

    Although it's obvious that they are destined to be together and their attraction is undeniable, it takes a little longer for them to admit how deep their feelings have become, that it has grown beyond passion into something more enduring. There is a wonderful nurturing of their relationship, ably assisted by just the right amount of steamy scenes! While Daniel wants Avery to move in with him immediately, certain that they are meant to be, Avery is unsure of committing everything to Daniel too quickly (& the reason why is revealed eventually). All the character are beautifully written - normal, mature, sensible adults who actually talk about things rather than play silly games with each other's hearts.

    This story is funny, loving, tender, sexy, poignant and utterly captivating. If I could give this 10 stars I would.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on July 28, 2019
    I loved this story!

    As soon as this couple met I was hooked. I love a cute-meet and this one was wonderful. But when Avery and Daniel meet again, it gets even better. This is, as the series is titled, insta-spark, insta-lust, insta-love and I enjoyed every moment of it.

    ”He’s already named you, Avery. He’s an animal guy. You know what that means. Once they name you, they keep you. You are so done.”

    There is no drama here and the plot is basically this couple getting to know one another, falling in love and making a life together. Avery and Daniel’s character development was so well written I felt like they were a part of my family. I loved them both equally. Avery with her little idiosyncrasies and Daniel with his protective and possessive instincts wormed their way into my heart.

    Text from Daniel to Avery: ”One kiss changed my life. Dibs on the rest of yours.”

    This is one of those books that you sit back, relax and simply enjoy. With very little to almost no angst, lots of hot smexy times, and an epilogue that will absolutely make you swoon and cry, (and let me add that this book is worth reading if no other reason than this amazing epilogue) this book is the perfect feel good read.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on January 26, 2017
    How do I rate this book? I'm not sure I can rate the book properly without giving away too much. First, let me say that I enjoy this book thoroughly, this book made me feel good and happy. Avery is a shy, beautiful girl who has a best friend that wants her to do her a favor by kissing a stranger for research on a television show., she agrees after some convincing from her best friend. What can go wrong? Or should I say what can go right? While Avery is nervous and talking herself out of doing the favor outside the studio, she looks down at her phone with an incoming text and puts some mints in her mouth because she is worried about halitosis. She bumps into a stranger that knocks her to the ground, steps on Avery's mints and steps on her fingers. He apologizes and asks her how he can make it up to her, he then promises her that he'll come back with some first aid supplies and more mints if she waits for him. Well, everything works in both Avery and the stranger named Daniel's favor during the kiss when he recognized her as the girl he stepped on outside. An intense attraction between the two forms and it's the beginning of a hot romance.
    This book is so beautiful, the story move at a steady pace, funny and tender moments. I love that Avery and Daniel are mature and there are no games or pretenses involved in the relationship. There are a lot of laugh of loud moments in the book, the sex scenes have just the right amount of steamy and sexiness. This book is another must read by Melanie Moreland. And the epilogue, I have no words but wow! Just wow! Beautiful. 5 beautiful stars.
    6 people found this helpful
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  • Reviewed in the United States on October 8, 2024
    Beautifully written love story with lots of funny life moments. Daniel & Avery’s love story is the kind romantics dream of! More than worth of your time! Grab your favorite reading snacks & indulge in this swoon worthy romance.
  • Reviewed in the United States on March 23, 2020
    The writing is excellent, and I loved the story plot, too. But....it started to get too sweet and very predictable for my tastes. The beginning had me rolling with laughter, and there were some other very funny moments after that, as well. Although most of the rest of the story seemed a bit boring, and rather repetitive. After some really long and drawn out chapters, the epilogues were great and redeemed the story for me sufficiently.

Top reviews from other countries

  • Tracy ~ Book Loving Pixies
    5.0 out of 5 stars I loved it!!!
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 23, 2017
    I loved 'It Started with a Kiss'. Yeah it was an insta-love, definitely sweet and possibly a little sugary for some and things initially happened in a fairly short space of time BUT it was nice to read a book that wasn't heavy on angst, with unexpected exes popping up or any other drama that I've read about lately.

    Avery was quiet and shy and in the past hadn't been made to feel 'enough' by anyone but her family and her best friend, Beth. As a favour Avery agrees to help Beth out by being a last minute stand-in for the filming of a video featuring strangers meeting for the first time.
    Daniel was a workaholic vet who lost a bet to his sister and had to turn up to a filming featuring 'first kisses' between strangers.

    Neither of them were particularly looking forward to the filming but from the first time they ran into each other there was a sizzle between this pair. Their first kiss was more than either of them expected and from there things moved quickly between the pair.

    There was a realness to how they felt about each other. They were funny, cute and sweet and when they go down to it they were hot.... I was rooting for things to go well for them from the start.
    I really liked the supporting characters and the what they added to the story.

    It Started with a Kiss was a well written, rounded out story that was so much more than just the meeting and building of a relationship between Daniel and Avery. Told in dual POV (which I'm a big fan of) we knew just how they both felt about each other throughout. I loved that the story went beyond them achieving their HEA and the epilogue was fab!!!

    Melanie Moreland has fast made it on to my 'auto one-click' list and I can't wait to see what's next for her!

    I've giving this great read 5 big kissable stars!!
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  • pien willemse
    5.0 out of 5 stars True love acknowledged
    Reviewed in the Netherlands on February 13, 2017
    A very cheeky story of true love that isn't denied through social inventions of time needing to be taken. I loved it.
  • licia
    3.0 out of 5 stars All too much too fast.
    Reviewed in Italy on January 31, 2017
    Having enjoyed The Contract so much, as soon as knew about this new Melanie Moreland book I was on it.
    One of the fastest love-at-first-sight or better love-at-first-touch/kiss ever read about. All too much too fast.
    To be honest, I prefer when the connection builds up slowly and then feelings grow on that. Not a fan of the fast track in such things.
    In addition, I like characters to be more on the broken side, at least one of them, messed-up a bit, not so flawless. Flawless characters make me feel inadequate and instead of giving me joy, they depress me, being far from flawless myself.
    That’s why my rating came to a halt in the middle. Aside from those reasons, it has been a nice reading so, if those things do not bother you, you may enjoy it thoroughly.
  • Taehyungie_lover
    5.0 out of 5 stars Sweet romance with sexy things
    Reviewed in India on January 22, 2021
    It was such a sweet romance with kinky thing
    I really really really love it.
    I am ready to start a new books of yours again
  • Cliente de Amazon
    5.0 out of 5 stars It is a well round up story, cute, thouthful, intelligent, sexy love story and I eat it up really fast
    Reviewed in Mexico on January 30, 2017
    I could not put it down! Like Melanie books it is totally fun, lovely and easy to read. I love it!

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