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Dr. Julian Jacobs is moving back to South Carolina, the opportunity will not only bring him closer to family but the chance to work with his surgical mentor. He is no stranger to dedication and hard work, but his newest position at Palmetto Regional may be his biggest challenge yet and it has nothing to do with his surgical endeavors. A chance encounter with a woman in a coffee shop tips his world on its axis, making Julian believe love at first sight may actually be possible. That is until he finds out his mystery girl is his coworker who has a strict rule against mixing business with pleasure.
Leena Cavalli has worked hard to get where she is as a nurse and clinical supervisor at Palmetto Regional, and she’s not about to break her rule for the insanely attractive surgeon who puts all thoughts of McDreamy to shame no matter how instantaneous their connection is. But between quiet, stolen moments in the OR, flirty text banter, and utterly filthy rendezvouses, Julian is determined to show her their connection means something. With each unwavering action, he steadily chips away at the walls Leena’s built until she starts questioning if she can trust Julian to take care of her heart without ruining everything she’s worked for.
Dr. Julian Jacobs is scrubbing in for the most important case of his life, and Leena Cavalli may just bend her rules for the chance at true love.
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Scrubbing In by Alana Reese Book #1 in the Love on the Cutting Edge Series Arc Review⭐⭐⭐⭐Tropes Medical Romance Workplace Romance Surgeon x Nurse Forbidden Instant Love Grey’s Anatomy After Dark Vibes He falls firstSecret RelationshipCinnamon Roll MMCScrubbing In was one of those books that completely surprised me in the best way. As Alana Reese's debut novel, it delivered a heartfelt romance, memorable characters, and a medical setting that felt authentic and immersive from beginning to end.The story follows Leena and Julian, and from their very first interaction, an undeniable connection between them becomes clear. While their attraction is immediate, what I appreciated most was that the romance wasn't built solely on physical chemistry. It was built on patience, consistency, trust, and the small moments that slowly brought them closer together.CharactersJulianJulian quickly became one of my favourite romance MMCs. He is thoughtful, attentive, patient, and completely devoted. What stood out most was how he respected Leena's boundaries while still making it clear that she was someone worth pursuing. So many romance MMCs are described as green flags, but Julian genuinely earned that title. He wasn't perfect, but he was self-aware, willing to admit when he was wrong, and constantly striving to be better. Leena Leena was a character I found incredibly relatable at times. She carries emotional baggage from past experiences, making her cautious in relationships. While there were moments where I wanted to lovingly shake her and tell her to just let herself be happy already, her fears felt realistic. Her struggles with vulnerability, trust, and self-worth made her journey feel authentic rather than frustrating. Charlie Every romance needs that one friend who tells it like it is, offers support without judgment, and secretly ships the couple harder than the readers do. Charlie was that character, and I loved every scene she appeared in.SettingOne of my favourite aspects of this book was the hospital setting. The medical environment wasn't simply used as a backdrop—it actively influenced the story, the conflicts, and the relationships. You can tell Reese's experience in the field shines through because everything felt detailed, believable, and grounded. The workplace dynamics, hospital politics, and professional challenges added another layer to the story that I really enjoyed. ChemistryThe chemistry between Julian and Leena was fantastic. There were so many moments that had me smiling, kicking my feet, and rooting for them. The tension was there, but so was the emotional connection. I especially loved the smaller gestures—the texts, the coffee deliveries, the thoughtful details that showed how much attention Julian paid to the things that mattered to Leena. Overall Thoughts I only have one critique: the push and pull of the relationship felt a little repetitive at times. I occasionally found myself wanting the story to move forward more quickly. However, the payoff was worth it because the relationship felt earned by the end.Overall, Scrubbing In is a sweet, emotional, and swoony medical romance filled with heart. It combines workplace romance, genuine character growth, and a hero who falls hard and never looks back. If you enjoy romances with a devoted MMC, strong emotional development, realistic relationship challenges, and an authentic medical setting, I highly recommend picking this one up.I’m so excited to see what comes next; there are so many options when it comes to the next book. Sign me up!