Welcome to the Blog Tour for Chasing Kensie by Drew Taylor, hosted by JustRead Publicity Tours!

About the Book

Title: Chasing Kensie

Author: Drew Taylor

Publisher: Taylor Made Publishing

Release Date: December 23, 2025

Genre: Contemporary Romance

She moved to Alaska for a fresh start. He made her the object of his wry affection. Kensington Smith, a high school English teacher fueled by coffee and plaid, looks for the good in people. The hot-but-vexing P.E. teacher and football coach, who is unfortunately her best friend’s older brother, is the exception. When he’s tapped to assist her with the annual Winter Solstice Dance, he rewrites Kensie’s long-held lesson plans of loathing as he reveals the man behind the flirtatious façade. Nicolas Lancaster has a little thing for the pretentious, people-pleasing English teacher of Crescent Cove High School… a thing where he revels in riling her up. But as his proclivities shift and he chases the heart of the woman he’s taught to despise him, Nick begins to understand the pain behind the practiced smile she dons—a mirror that reflects his own inner demons. Two hearts. Two histories. One source of Hope.

Chasing Kensie is a Christian contemporary romance sparkling with Alaskan winters, unknown feelings, and a love that will light up the darkest of nights.

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*Thank you to Just Read Tours for the gifted e-copy! All thoughts and opinions are my own.*

This book is such a cute and cozy read! It’s the perfect type of book to lift your spirits this dreary January.

First of all, I loved the Alaskan winter setting. It gives off such wintry, cozy vibes. Second of all, I loved Kensie and Nick. This is a true rivals to lovers and I absolutely loved that. The “rage-baiting” they would do to each other just built the tension in the best way. Then to watch their genuine feelings grow it was just *sigh* so good! I absolutely loved the banter between them.

Chasing Kensie isn’t all fluff though. The author does such an incredible job touching on the hard topics and reminds us that we all have baggage and can grow. It’s also a beautiful reminder of God’s love for us and the grace we can give each other.

Overall, I really adored this book. If you are a fan of closed door romance, you need to read Chasing Kensie!

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About the Author

Drew Taylor writes modern closed-door chick-lit romance stories from a Biblical worldview. She believes faith-based romance can be full of heart, humor, healing, and hope while showcasing the reality of our fallen human condition. Her redemptive and engaging stories point to the One who embodies true love–Jesus Christ. Drew lives in the great state of Mississippi where she teaches high school English. When not teaching or writing, she enjoys reading, baking, researching conspiracy theories, and spending quality time with the people who mean the most to her.

Connect with Drew by visiting drewtaylorwrites.com to follow her on social media and subscribe to email updates.

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Tour Giveaway

(1) winner will receive signed paperback copies of Chasing Kensie and Reverie with book swag plus a $25 Amazon Gift Card or Coffee Gift Card of winner’s choice!

Full tour schedule linked below. The giveaway begins at midnight January 5, 2026 and will last through 11:59 PM EST on January 12, 2026. Winners will be notified within 2 weeks of close of the giveaway and given 48 hours to respond or risk forfeiture of prize. US only. Void where prohibited by law or logistics.

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