Serenity
Overall, I liked this book. It is what I would call a cozy mystery, as it's not very suspenseful and it's somewhat predictable.
The story is about Lady Amy, a young woman from a wealthy family who lives in their house in Bath. She is secretly a murder mystery writer who finds herself involved in a real murder mystery. After finding out that her fiance was involved in the illegal opium trade, she decides to use this information to finally end their engagement. She never wanted to marry Mr. Harris. It was her father's idea as he was afraid of her becoming a "spinster". Mr. Harris doesn't take the news well. He goes to her home a few days later (probably to try to change her mind) when he is found murdered in her library.
The police suspect that Lady Amy is the killer at first, so she decides to do her own investigation. Sir William, a gentleman member of her book club, was unfortunate enough to come upon the murder scene as he was there to lend her one of his books, so he's roped into helping her. They have somewhat of a friendship at first, but throughout the novel, they catch feelings for each other.
Honestly, I was more interested in Amy and William's blossoming romance more than the investigation. As it's the Victorian era, everything is very subtle and low-key for the time period. Sir Williams is a gentleman, friendly, and a rock for her to lean on. I totally have a crush on the guy.
Lady Amy herself is a feminists who wishes she didn't have to hide that she wrote such a well-received murder mystery book. She pushes to do things "men can do", such as dressing as a man at night while they were investigating someone's home. However, Sir Williams firmly gave her a hard NO when she insisted on carrying a gun and dressing up to try to sneak into the gentleman's club to do some spying.
I like that the author shows how naive Amy can be. She clearly lacks knowledge on sex, shown in one particular scene, and she's surprised to learn that people of her social status can get hooked on opium (she thought only the poor took drugs). She firmly believes that because she writes mystery novels that she is now perfectly qualified to solve the mystery despite everyone telling her how dangerous it is. She literally calls herself a professional despite having ZERO experience. She finally acknowledges the danger when a gun is literally pointed at her in the end of the story.
My one major gripe is that the murderer doesn't make sense. I briefly suspected the person but changed my mind because, physically speaking, I don't think this person is capable of STABBING someone to death from the FRONT. Especially with such a large knife. But oh well.
So yes, I liked the story. I heard the audiobook, and the narrator did a fine job bringing Amy to life. I'm eager to read the next story as this one ends with Amy and Williams unofficially courting.
Overall, I liked this book. It is what I would call a cozy mystery, as it's not very suspenseful and it's somewhat predictable.
The story is about Lady Amy, a young woman from a wealthy family who lives in their house in Bath. She is secretly a murder mystery writer who finds herself involved in a real murder mystery. After finding out that her fiance was involved in the illegal opium trade, she decides to use this information to finally end their engagement. She never wanted to marry Mr. Harris. It was her father's idea as he was afraid of her becoming a "spinster". Mr. Harris doesn't take the news well. He goes to her home a few days later (probably to try to change her mind) when he is found murdered in her library.
The police suspect that Lady Amy is the killer at first, so she decides to do her own investigation. Sir William, a gentleman member of her book club, was unfortunate enough to come upon the murder scene as he was there to lend her one of his books, so he's roped into helping her. They have somewhat of a friendship at first, but throughout the novel, they catch feelings for each other.
Honestly, I was more interested in Amy and William's blossoming romance more than the investigation. As it's the Victorian era, everything is very subtle and low-key for the time period. Sir Williams is a gentleman, friendly, and a rock for her to lean on. I totally have a crush on the guy.
Lady Amy herself is a feminists who wishes she didn't have to hide that she wrote such a well-received murder mystery book. She pushes to do things "men can do", such as dressing as a man at night while they were investigating someone's home. However, Sir Williams firmly gave her a hard NO when she insisted on carrying a gun and dressing up to try to sneak into the gentleman's club to do some spying.
I like that the author shows how naive Amy can be. She clearly lacks knowledge on sex, shown in one particular scene, and she's surprised to learn that people of her social status can get hooked on opium (she thought only the poor took drugs). She firmly believes that because she writes mystery novels that she is now perfectly qualified to solve the mystery despite everyone telling her how dangerous it is. She literally calls herself a professional despite having ZERO experience. She finally acknowledges the danger when a gun is literally pointed at her in the end of the story.
My one major gripe is that the murderer doesn't make sense. I briefly suspected the person but changed my mind because, physically speaking, I don't think this person is capable of STABBING someone to death from the FRONT. Especially with such a large knife. But oh well.
So yes, I liked the story. I heard the audiobook, and the narrator did a fine job bringing Amy to life. I'm eager to read the next story as this one ends with Amy and Williams unofficially courting.
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TW: Sexual content and death (only background characters)
I'm so happy to give this book 5 stars!!! I don't give it to just any book either. I finished this book with a huge smile on my face, and I spent the majority of the story smiling and laughing too.
Cinammon (Cin) is our star gal. The book is written from her perspective in the present tense. She is a spice trader living on her family's farm. She has a fun personality; she's sassy at times and funny too. She envisions living a quiet life in her village after an adventure unfortunately takes her younger sister away from her. Thus, she has no plans of adventuring.... until a demon tries to kill her. Lucky for her, Fallon is actually a good guy under an enchantment from an evil witch that he's trying to kill, and now Cin has to go along with him.
From the beginning, it's obvious that Fallon falls for her, and he falls for Cin HARD. He's so sexy and romantic. Seriously, he's the closest character that I've ever considered to have a CRUSH on. Would I call him my Fictional Book Crush? Totally! The way he smoothly tries to seduce Cin is so romantic. He communicates his feelings to Cin bluntly and doesn't force her to accept him either, although Cin does become frantic at first when she hears that he loves her and wants to marry her. What I love about Fallon is that he's not just attracted to her physically like all of these other romance books out here focusing on lust- it's more than that. It's LOVE at first sight. He wants to MARRY her and make her his WIFE. To mark her and make her HIS. I'm so tired of romance stories with guys or gals that just want sex with no strings attached. No offense if you do- you do you! And I'll do Fallon ;)
The world building is great too. In this world, demons are considered to be dangerous monsters. In some places they're considered to be pets and slaves. The word "demon" also incorporates all sorts of creatures: werewolves, naga, orcs, dragons, centaurs, etc. I learned that as the story progressed. Cin has to go out into the world with Fallon to locate the "Goddess" Myva's chalices to release the captured demons from her spell. They come across diverse, great people in their adventure who join them on their quest. My favorite would have to be Felix, a werewolf, and Ambrose, a naga-like demon.
I would consider this story to be fast-paced, but it lingers in all the right spots. The final chapter is also just *chef's kiss* perfection! There is a moment where Fallon is so overprotective that he reminded me of Edward Cullen *yuck* where he wants to confine Cin on an island so he doesn't lose her. Instead of freaking out and fighting, Cin calmly suggests a compromise where she asks Fallon to make a protection charm for her, and his immediate response is: "I'm a fucking idiot!" CRISIS AVERTED! Cin doesn't get scared. They speak and come to a resolution together. They're such a cute couple, especially when Fallon calls her "my wife" and she thinks of him as "my dragon". I really love their relationship. It progresses beautifully.
The ONE gripe I do have is that the author uses the C-word too much. I actually don't like to see it AT ALL (my brain fritzes when I read it). I can handle one use, but it was more than that. Is it normal to use that word now? It wasn't when I was young.
Regardless, I'm super excited to read the next book <3
TW: Sexual content and death (only background characters)
I'm so happy to give this book 5 stars!!! I don't give it to just any book either. I finished this book with a huge smile on my face, and I spent the majority of the story smiling and laughing too.
Cinammon (Cin) is our star gal. The book is written from her perspective in the present tense. She is a spice trader living on her family's farm. She has a fun personality; she's sassy at times and funny too. She envisions living a quiet life in her village after an adventure unfortunately takes her younger sister away from her. Thus, she has no plans of adventuring.... until a demon tries to kill her. Lucky for her, Fallon is actually a good guy under an enchantment from an evil witch that he's trying to kill, and now Cin has to go along with him.
From the beginning, it's obvious that Fallon falls for her, and he falls for Cin HARD. He's so sexy and romantic. Seriously, he's the closest character that I've ever considered to have a CRUSH on. Would I call him my Fictional Book Crush? Totally! The way he smoothly tries to seduce Cin is so romantic. He communicates his feelings to Cin bluntly and doesn't force her to accept him either, although Cin does become frantic at first when she hears that he loves her and wants to marry her. What I love about Fallon is that he's not just attracted to her physically like all of these other romance books out here focusing on lust- it's more than that. It's LOVE at first sight. He wants to MARRY her and make her his WIFE. To mark her and make her HIS. I'm so tired of romance stories with guys or gals that just want sex with no strings attached. No offense if you do- you do you! And I'll do Fallon ;)
The world building is great too. In this world, demons are considered to be dangerous monsters. In some places they're considered to be pets and slaves. The word "demon" also incorporates all sorts of creatures: werewolves, naga, orcs, dragons, centaurs, etc. I learned that as the story progressed. Cin has to go out into the world with Fallon to locate the "Goddess" Myva's chalices to release the captured demons from her spell. They come across diverse, great people in their adventure who join them on their quest. My favorite would have to be Felix, a werewolf, and Ambrose, a naga-like demon.
I would consider this story to be fast-paced, but it lingers in all the right spots. The final chapter is also just *chef's kiss* perfection! There is a moment where Fallon is so overprotective that he reminded me of Edward Cullen *yuck* where he wants to confine Cin on an island so he doesn't lose her. Instead of freaking out and fighting, Cin calmly suggests a compromise where she asks Fallon to make a protection charm for her, and his immediate response is: "I'm a fucking idiot!" CRISIS AVERTED! Cin doesn't get scared. They speak and come to a resolution together. They're such a cute couple, especially when Fallon calls her "my wife" and she thinks of him as "my dragon". I really love their relationship. It progresses beautifully.
The ONE gripe I do have is that the author uses the C-word too much. I actually don't like to see it AT ALL (my brain fritzes when I read it). I can handle one use, but it was more than that. Is it normal to use that word now? It wasn't when I was young.
Regardless, I'm super excited to read the next book <3
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TW: Sexual content and death (only background characters)
I'm so happy to give this book 5 stars!!! I don't give it to just any book either. I finished this book with a huge smile on my face, and I spent the majority of the story smiling and laughing too.
Cinammon (Cin) is our star gal. The book is written from her perspective in the present tense. She is a spice trader living on her family's farm. She has a fun personality; she's sassy at times and funny too. She envisions living a quiet life in her rural town after an adventure unfortunately takes her younger sister away from her. Thus, she has no plans of adventuring.... until a demon tries to kill her. Lucky for her, Fallon is actually a good guy under an enchantment from an evil witch that he's trying to kill, and now Cin has to go along with him.
From the beginning, it's obvious that Fallon falls for her, and he falls for Cin HARD. He's so sexy and romantic. Seriously, he's the closest character that I've ever considered to have a CRUSH on. Would I call him my Fictional Book Crush? Probably! The way he smoothly tries to seduce Cin is so romantic. He communicates his feelings to Cin bluntly and doesn't force her to accept him either, although Cin does become frantic at first when she hears that he loves her and wants to marry her. What I love about Fallon is that he's not just attracted to her physically like all of these other romance books out here focusing on lust- it's more than that. It's LOVE at first sight. He wants to MARRY her and make her his WIFE. To mark her and make her HIS. I'm so tired of romance stories with guys or gals that just want sex with no strings attached. No offense if you do- you do you! And I'll do Fallon ;)
The world building is great too. In this world, demons are considered to be dangerous monsters. In some places they're considered to be pets and slaves. The word "demon" also incorporates all sorts of creatures: werewolves, naga, orcs, dragons, centaurs, etc. I learned that as the story progressed. Cin has to go out into the world with Fallon to locate the "Goddess" Myva's chalices to release the captured demons from her spell. They come across diverse, great people in their adventure who join them on their quest. My favorite would have to be Felix, a werewolf, and Ambrose, a naga-like demon.
I would consider this story to be fast-paced, but it lingers in all the right spots. The final chapter is also just *chef's kiss* perfection! There is a moment where Fallon is so overprotective that he reminded me of Edward Cullen *shivers in disgust* where he wants to confine Cin on an island so he doesn't lose her. Instead of freaking out and fighting, Cin calmly suggests a compromise where she asks Fallon to make a protection charm for her, and his immediate response is: "I'm a fucking idiot!" CRISIS AVERTED! Cin doesn't get scared. They speak and come to a resolution together. They're such a cute couple, especially when Fallon calls her "my wife" and she thinks of him as "my dragon". I really love their relationship. It progresses beautifully.
I'm so excited to read the next book <3
TW: Sexual content and death (only background characters)
I'm so happy to give this book 5 stars!!! I don't give it to just any book either. I finished this book with a huge smile on my face, and I spent the majority of the story smiling and laughing too.
Cinammon (Cin) is our star gal. The book is written from her perspective in the present tense. She is a spice trader living on her family's farm. She has a fun personality; she's sassy at times and funny too. She envisions living a quiet life in her rural town after an adventure unfortunately takes her younger sister away from her. Thus, she has no plans of adventuring.... until a demon tries to kill her. Lucky for her, Fallon is actually a good guy under an enchantment from an evil witch that he's trying to kill, and now Cin has to go along with him.
From the beginning, it's obvious that Fallon falls for her, and he falls for Cin HARD. He's so sexy and romantic. Seriously, he's the closest character that I've ever considered to have a CRUSH on. Would I call him my Fictional Book Crush? Probably! The way he smoothly tries to seduce Cin is so romantic. He communicates his feelings to Cin bluntly and doesn't force her to accept him either, although Cin does become frantic at first when she hears that he loves her and wants to marry her. What I love about Fallon is that he's not just attracted to her physically like all of these other romance books out here focusing on lust- it's more than that. It's LOVE at first sight. He wants to MARRY her and make her his WIFE. To mark her and make her HIS. I'm so tired of romance stories with guys or gals that just want sex with no strings attached. No offense if you do- you do you! And I'll do Fallon ;)
The world building is great too. In this world, demons are considered to be dangerous monsters. In some places they're considered to be pets and slaves. The word "demon" also incorporates all sorts of creatures: werewolves, naga, orcs, dragons, centaurs, etc. I learned that as the story progressed. Cin has to go out into the world with Fallon to locate the "Goddess" Myva's chalices to release the captured demons from her spell. They come across diverse, great people in their adventure who join them on their quest. My favorite would have to be Felix, a werewolf, and Ambrose, a naga-like demon.
I would consider this story to be fast-paced, but it lingers in all the right spots. The final chapter is also just *chef's kiss* perfection! There is a moment where Fallon is so overprotective that he reminded me of Edward Cullen *shivers in disgust* where he wants to confine Cin on an island so he doesn't lose her. Instead of freaking out and fighting, Cin calmly suggests a compromise where she asks Fallon to make a protection charm for her, and his immediate response is: "I'm a fucking idiot!" CRISIS AVERTED! Cin doesn't get scared. They speak and come to a resolution together. They're such a cute couple, especially when Fallon calls her "my wife" and she thinks of him as "my dragon". I really love their relationship. It progresses beautifully.
I'm so excited to read the next book <3
This is the best book in the series so far. I actually cried when Yellowfang died. Although we haven't seen much of her lately, her final moments with Fireheart were extremely touching. I wish we had seen more “motherly” bonding between her and Fireheart, but I've noticed that these books don't really emphasize familial bonds (minus those of mothers and kits). Maybe it's just a cat thing, or maybe it would just make the books too long, but Fireheart seems to be the most obsessed on familial ties. He's always lamenting about not having kin, but I don't even know who Graystripe's mother is, and whoever she is - she doesn't seem to lament that he left.
As for Graystripe, I do like that we see more of his old self here, meaning book 1 Graystripe. It was nice to see that he misses the clan and wants to go back, but Bluestar is too paranoid to accept him. Maybe when Fireheart is leader we can see the two friends reunited.
As for Bluestar, she seemed to have snapped out of her funk at the end, but it was sooo much worse. She now hates Starclan and has abandoned all her core beliefs due to all the misery that's befallen her Clan and her. She abandoned her kits for this hell? I understand her anger, but she shouldn't only respect Starclan when things are going well.
As for Fireheart, I'm so proud of him for stepping up. He's holding up well as deputy considering being so young and having no experience, even Longtail is respectful! I worry about Darkstripe though. The ending with Tigerstar didn't surprise me. It was only a matter of time until he got what he wanted, and Shadowclan seems to always be the one with the most problems of all four clans. The next book should be very interesting.
This is the best book in the series so far. I actually cried when Yellowfang died. Although we haven't seen much of her lately, her final moments with Fireheart were extremely touching. I wish we had seen more “motherly” bonding between her and Fireheart, but I've noticed that these books don't really emphasize familial bonds (minus those of mothers and kits). Maybe it's just a cat thing, or maybe it would just make the books too long, but Fireheart seems to be the most obsessed on familial ties. He's always lamenting about not having kin, but I don't even know who Graystripe's mother is, and whoever she is - she doesn't seem to lament that he left.
As for Graystripe, I do like that we see more of his old self here, meaning book 1 Graystripe. It was nice to see that he misses the clan and wants to go back, but Bluestar is too paranoid to accept him. Maybe when Fireheart is leader we can see the two friends reunited.
As for Bluestar, she seemed to have snapped out of her funk at the end, but it was sooo much worse. She now hates Starclan and has abandoned all her core beliefs due to all the misery that's befallen her Clan and her. She abandoned her kits for this hell? I understand her anger, but she shouldn't only respect Starclan when things are going well.
As for Fireheart, I'm so proud of him for stepping up. He's holding up well as deputy considering being so young and having no experience, even Longtail is respectful! I worry about Darkstripe though. The ending with Tigerstar didn't surprise me. It was only a matter of time until he got what he wanted, and Shadowclan seems to always be the one with the most problems of all four clans. The next book should be very interesting.
I was very disappointed by this volume because it felt so rushed and uninteresting. Yes, you read that correctly. This highly anticipated volume featuring their WEDDING was boring to me ;.;
Adachi and Kurosawa get married, but I feel like it lacked emotional depth due to it being rushed. Adachi and Kurosawa have kept almost everyone in the dark about their relationship. In this volume they're basically coming out to everyone and then they have the wedding.
I wish the author spent more time fleshing out these side characters, and even our main pair, because all these relationships felt very superficial. A major problem this author has for me is the fact that she sometimes writes things and makes them uninteresting.
The wedding, for example, should not only be interesting, but the highlight! I wish we had seen a moment where they exchange vows, or maybe a moment with Kurosawa's mother being apologetic about her homophobic behavior and officially accepting their marriage. Perhaps Tsuge could have given a best man speech, or we could have seen the couple dancing, etc. There were so many missed opportunities!!
The one part that wasn't superficial was when Adachi and Kurosawa spoke about their names. Other than that, everything felt very flat to me. It's disappointing that I couldn't really connect emotionally with anyone.
On the plus side, the scenes with Tsuge and Minato were better. They are the only side characters I can connect to. The rest of the side characters though, not so much.
With this author and series, it seems like each volume is a hit or miss on an emotional level. Maybe it's just me, but sometimes, a volume is a snoozefest. This one is kind of snoozy, which is crazy since they finally got married! Such a shame!
I was very disappointed by this volume because it felt so rushed and uninteresting. Yes, you read that correctly. This highly anticipated volume featuring their WEDDING was boring to me ;.;
Adachi and Kurosawa get married, but I feel like it lacked emotional depth due to it being rushed. Adachi and Kurosawa have kept almost everyone in the dark about their relationship. In this volume they're basically coming out to everyone and then they have the wedding.
I wish the author spent more time fleshing out these side characters, and even our main pair, because all these relationships felt very superficial. A major problem this author has for me is the fact that she sometimes writes things and makes them uninteresting.
The wedding, for example, should not only be interesting, but the highlight! I wish we had seen a moment where they exchange vows, or maybe a moment with Kurosawa's mother being apologetic about her homophobic behavior and officially accepting their marriage. Perhaps Tsuge could have given a best man speech, or we could have seen the couple dancing, etc. There were so many missed opportunities!!
The one part that wasn't superficial was when Adachi and Kurosawa spoke about their names. Other than that, everything felt very flat to me. It's disappointing that I couldn't really connect emotionally with anyone.
On the plus side, the scenes with Tsuge and Minato were better. They are the only side characters I can connect to. The rest of the side characters though, not so much.
With this author and series, it seems like each volume is a hit or miss on an emotional level. Maybe it's just me, but sometimes, a volume is a snoozefest. This one is kind of snoozy, which is crazy since they finally got married! Such a shame!
Rating this four stars because (1) Kurosawa and Adachi were cute, (2) we get a spicy scene that was great, and (3) Tsuge and Minato were adorable too.
So, most of this book focuses on Kurosawa not being able to rely on others. Adachi tries to help and it's really sweet, especially at the end when we see a spicy romance scene that we usually don't get with Adachi taking the initiative.
Also, Tsuge and Minato don't appear to be very popular with some readers, but I really like them and their story. In this volume, Tsuge actually tells Minato the truth about his mind reading abilities, but Minato doesn't believe him and leaves. It's an awful cliffhanger!! It really shows the stark differences between both couples in this series. Kurosawa believed Adachi, but Tsuge was not so lucky. I think part of the issue is Minato‘s age and lack of maturity. I just hope that it gets resolved in the next volume.
Rating this four stars because (1) Kurosawa and Adachi were cute, (2) we get a spicy scene that was great, and (3) Tsuge and Minato were adorable too.
So, most of this book focuses on Kurosawa not being able to rely on others. Adachi tries to help and it's really sweet, especially at the end when we see a spicy romance scene that we usually don't get with Adachi taking the initiative.
Also, Tsuge and Minato don't appear to be very popular with some readers, but I really like them and their story. In this volume, Tsuge actually tells Minato the truth about his mind reading abilities, but Minato doesn't believe him and leaves. It's an awful cliffhanger!! It really shows the stark differences between both couples in this series. Kurosawa believed Adachi, but Tsuge was not so lucky. I think part of the issue is Minato‘s age and lack of maturity. I just hope that it gets resolved in the next volume.
I sincerely enjoyed this book. I'm a fan of military space operas and it just hit the spot in unexpected ways. The story is written from the first person perspective of John Perry, an old man who made me laugh, smile, and wish for a happy marriage. The story is heartwarming at times and pulled at my heartstrings. It discusses love, friendship, family, life, death, science, oh so many things. By the end of it, I was reminiscing to earlier times before the war started when my favorite characters were still alive. RIP my dear old farts.
I sincerely enjoyed this book. I'm a fan of military space operas and it just hit the spot in unexpected ways. The story is written from the first person perspective of John Perry, an old man who made me laugh, smile, and wish for a happy marriage. The story is heartwarming at times and pulled at my heartstrings. It discusses love, friendship, family, life, death, science, oh so many things. By the end of it, I was reminiscing to earlier times before the war started when my favorite characters were still alive. RIP my dear old farts.
I finished this book super fast. Easily the best book in the series.
This book lacked the anticipated BS from the previous books with surprising twists, thank Starclan!
Fireheart didn't have issues with Bramblepaw as anticipated. Their heart-to-heart near two-leg place was super sweet and I actually re-read it like 3 times before continuing. I anticipate that FH will be his father figure now.
Fireheart faced less opposition this book from his clan compared to the previous installments. Not that he didn't face any hardship, but it was believable and flowed nicely. Darkstripe's betrayal and trying to kill a kitten was disgusting, and his ending at Fireheart's claws was well-deserved.
Tigerstar's ending though? Pure shock. He bit off more than he could chew, that's for sure. But after what I saw him do to Stonefur, I can't say that I will miss him. This book took a surprisingly dark turn during those chapters with Tigerstar leading Tigerclan alongside Riverclan. Mindlessly killing prey and stacking their bones into a pile?... creepy!
Fireheart is an excellent leader. I am so proud of how far he has come! I was heartbroken to see Whitestorm die, but I anticipated that. And Graystripe, who I was pissed off at due to his betrayal of Thunderclan, has become the cat I always expected him to be.
Biggest disappointment in the series.... Leopardstar. I had high expectations for the Riverclan leader, and watching her do nothing as Stonefur was killed.... Disgusting. She should be ashamed of herself. Asking Mistyfoot to be her deputy was bold, but I have a feeling that Mistyfoot will be Mistystar in the future.
All the pieces have come together. Bluestar is redeemed, Graystripe is back with Fireheart, Fireheart has Sandstorm and a new, promising apprentice in Bramblepaw. The future looks bright for all five of the forest clans!
Thank you Starclan!
I finished this book super fast. Easily the best book in the series.
This book lacked the anticipated BS from the previous books with surprising twists, thank Starclan!
Fireheart didn't have issues with Bramblepaw as anticipated. Their heart-to-heart near two-leg place was super sweet and I actually re-read it like 3 times before continuing. I anticipate that FH will be his father figure now.
Fireheart faced less opposition this book from his clan compared to the previous installments. Not that he didn't face any hardship, but it was believable and flowed nicely. Darkstripe's betrayal and trying to kill a kitten was disgusting, and his ending at Fireheart's claws was well-deserved.
Tigerstar's ending though? Pure shock. He bit off more than he could chew, that's for sure. But after what I saw him do to Stonefur, I can't say that I will miss him. This book took a surprisingly dark turn during those chapters with Tigerstar leading Tigerclan alongside Riverclan. Mindlessly killing prey and stacking their bones into a pile?... creepy!
Fireheart is an excellent leader. I am so proud of how far he has come! I was heartbroken to see Whitestorm die, but I anticipated that. And Graystripe, who I was pissed off at due to his betrayal of Thunderclan, has become the cat I always expected him to be.
Biggest disappointment in the series.... Leopardstar. I had high expectations for the Riverclan leader, and watching her do nothing as Stonefur was killed.... Disgusting. She should be ashamed of herself. Asking Mistyfoot to be her deputy was bold, but I have a feeling that Mistyfoot will be Mistystar in the future.
All the pieces have come together. Bluestar is redeemed, Graystripe is back with Fireheart, Fireheart has Sandstorm and a new, promising apprentice in Bramblepaw. The future looks bright for all five of the forest clans!
Thank you Starclan!
TW: Grooming, toxic relationship, infidelity, minor/adult relationship, emotional abuse (NOT between the Main Characters)
I wish I had known the above before going into this book because it completely shocked me when it was revealed. It affected me so much that I actually took a break from the book to process my thoughts. None of the reviews I read warned me, and I wish they had. As a result, I want to write a spoiler-ridden review for those who need that warning. Please do NOT read this review if you want to avoid spoilers.
I would say that the book has a strong start, average middle, and fast-paced ending full of drama with a hallmark-worthy ending. The story stars Rhett Eaton, a professional bull rider, and his agent's daughter, Summer Hamilton. It's written in first-person, present-tense, and it switches between Rhett's and Summer's POV.
Rhett Eaton is known to the world to be a playboy, but in reality, he's a very sensitive man that hates it when people tell him what to do. Summer is perceived to be a no-nonsense, confident person like her father, but in reality, she's a woman who is a serious people pleaser who needs therapy after being groomed by her cardiologist and emotionally abused by her Stepmother and half-sister.
Let me spoil those TWs right now. When Summer was a teenager, she had a serious heart heart condition. She saw a cardiologist (Rob) who saved her life. This doctor groomed her when she was a minor and then had sex with her when she turned 18. That's how Summer defends the relationship. She insists that "nothing illegal happened" between her and Rob until she was legal. She refuses to expose him and ruin his career since she feels she "owes" him for saving her life. It's MESSED UP! Rob then married Summer's sister, but he keeps on calling and texting Summer to emotionally manipulate her and control her from afar (i.e. infidelity). It's sick. This issue is somewhat glossed over until Rhett confronts Rob and breaks his nose (I LOVED THAT SCENE!)
I felt deceived about Summer's character when stumbling upon the above revelations. In the first chapters of the story, she's portrayed as this confident girl-boss who takes no crap from any man. That image shattered when I found out she was groomed and is still being manipulated by her toxic doctor. She seriously needs therapy (she doesn't get it in the book unfortunately). Despite this, I'm glad to see that she ends up with Rhett and severs ties with Rob after all this info comes to light thanks to Rhett.
Trigger warnings finished, let's talk about the main couple. Warning: Rhett thinks about sex A LOT. Seriously, sometimes it was too much. Before they were even a couple, Rhett was fantasizing about Summer's lips around his- AHEM. I understand having perverted thoughts, but that imagination of his was sometimes too wild, or the constant erections he got around her. Not gonna lie, it was off-putting. I also thought he was childish the first half of the book. He's very self-centered, and he doesn't really care about other people's feelings as much as he should. However, he's redeemed in my eyes when he confronts Rob and punches him in the face for disrespecting Summer. I gotta give Rhett credit, he defends the woman he loves, which scored serious points in my book. True, he let slip Summer's secret in front of the family, which wasn't cool, but at the same time, it also released her from Rob's clutches and set her free (something she never realizes in the story). He does have some character development by the end of the story.
There are like three sex scenes in the book, and they're GREAT. Rhett is definitely smooth. It's the best smut I've read in a novel so far.
In terms of their romance, I think it develops... okay. It's kind of clunky midway. I don't like that Rhett calls her Princess all the time (Summer's Dad used to call her that). However, the romance gets it's hallmark ending that was super sweet and heartwarming. Despite Summer's fear for Rhett riding the bull, she chose to go support him and his dream, and in return, he chooses her. That's all I'll say there <3
This was my first cowboy/romance book, and I enjoyed the ride despite being triggered. I'm glad Summer and Rhett got their happy ending. Rhett's family is also wholesome with a southern country charm, and I'm looking forward to reading the next book in the series. I seriously need a heartwarming cowboy love story without the triggers please!
TW: Grooming, toxic relationship, infidelity, minor/adult relationship, emotional abuse (NOT between the Main Characters)
I wish I had known the above before going into this book because it completely shocked me when it was revealed. It affected me so much that I actually took a break from the book to process my thoughts. None of the reviews I read warned me, and I wish they had. As a result, I want to write a spoiler-ridden review for those who need that warning. Please do NOT read this review if you want to avoid spoilers.
I would say that the book has a strong start, average middle, and fast-paced ending full of drama with a hallmark-worthy ending. The story stars Rhett Eaton, a professional bull rider, and his agent's daughter, Summer Hamilton. It's written in first-person, present-tense, and it switches between Rhett's and Summer's POV.
Rhett Eaton is known to the world to be a playboy, but in reality, he's a very sensitive man that hates it when people tell him what to do. Summer is perceived to be a no-nonsense, confident person like her father, but in reality, she's a woman who is a serious people pleaser who needs therapy after being groomed by her cardiologist and emotionally abused by her Stepmother and half-sister.
Let me spoil those TWs right now. When Summer was a teenager, she had a serious heart heart condition. She saw a cardiologist (Rob) who saved her life. This doctor groomed her when she was a minor and then had sex with her when she turned 18. That's how Summer defends the relationship. She insists that "nothing illegal happened" between her and Rob until she was legal. She refuses to expose him and ruin his career since she feels she "owes" him for saving her life. It's MESSED UP! Rob then married Summer's sister, but he keeps on calling and texting Summer to emotionally manipulate her and control her from afar (i.e. infidelity). It's sick. This issue is somewhat glossed over until Rhett confronts Rob and breaks his nose (I LOVED THAT SCENE!)
I felt deceived about Summer's character when stumbling upon the above revelations. In the first chapters of the story, she's portrayed as this confident girl-boss who takes no crap from any man. That image shattered when I found out she was groomed and is still being manipulated by her toxic doctor. She seriously needs therapy (she doesn't get it in the book unfortunately). Despite this, I'm glad to see that she ends up with Rhett and severs ties with Rob after all this info comes to light thanks to Rhett.
Trigger warnings finished, let's talk about the main couple. Warning: Rhett thinks about sex A LOT. Seriously, sometimes it was too much. Before they were even a couple, Rhett was fantasizing about Summer's lips around his- AHEM. I understand having perverted thoughts, but that imagination of his was sometimes too wild, or the constant erections he got around her. Not gonna lie, it was off-putting. I also thought he was childish the first half of the book. He's very self-centered, and he doesn't really care about other people's feelings as much as he should. However, he's redeemed in my eyes when he confronts Rob and punches him in the face for disrespecting Summer. I gotta give Rhett credit, he defends the woman he loves, which scored serious points in my book. True, he let slip Summer's secret in front of the family, which wasn't cool, but at the same time, it also released her from Rob's clutches and set her free (something she never realizes in the story). He does have some character development by the end of the story.
There are like three sex scenes in the book, and they're GREAT. Rhett is definitely smooth. It's the best smut I've read in a novel so far.
In terms of their romance, I think it develops... okay. It's kind of clunky midway. I don't like that Rhett calls her Princess all the time (Summer's Dad used to call her that). However, the romance gets it's hallmark ending that was super sweet and heartwarming. Despite Summer's fear for Rhett riding the bull, she chose to go support him and his dream, and in return, he chooses her. That's all I'll say there <3
This was my first cowboy/romance book, and I enjoyed the ride despite being triggered. I'm glad Summer and Rhett got their happy ending. Rhett's family is also wholesome with a southern country charm, and I'm looking forward to reading the next book in the series. I seriously need a heartwarming cowboy love story without the triggers please!
TW: Grooming, toxic relationship, infidelity, minor/adult relationship, emotional abuse (NOT between the Main Characters)
I wish I had known the above before going into this book because it completely shocked me when it was revealed. It affected me so much that I actually took a break from the book to process my thoughts. None of the reviews I read warned me, and I wish they had. As a result, I want to write a spoiler-ridden review for those who need that warning. Please do NOT read this review if you want to avoid spoilers.
I would say that the book has a strong start, average middle, and fast-paced ending full of drama with a hallmark-worthy ending. The story stars Rhett Eaton, a professional bull rider, and his agent's daughter, Summer Hamilton. It's written in first-person, present-tense, and it switches between Rhett's and Summer's POV.
Rhett Eaton is known to the world to be a playboy, but in reality, he's a very sensitive man that hates it when people tell him what to do. Summer is perceived to be a no-nonsense, confident person like her father, but in reality, she's a woman who is a serious people pleaser who needs therapy after being groomed by her cardiologist and emotionally abused by her Stepmother and half-sister.
Let me spoil those TWs right now. When Summer was a teenager, she had a serious heart heart condition. She saw a cardiologist (Rob) who saved her life. This doctor groomed her when she was a minor and then had sex with her when she turned 18. That's how Summer defends the relationship. She insists that "nothing illegal happened" between her and Rob until she was legal. She refuses to expose him and ruin his career since she feels she "owes" him for saving her life. It's MESSED UP! Rob then married Summer's sister, but he keeps on calling and texting Summer to emotionally manipulate her and control her from afar (i.e. infidelity). It's sick. This issue is somewhat glossed over until Rhett confronts Rob and breaks his nose (I LOVED THAT SCENE!)
I felt deceived about Summer's character when stumbling upon the above revelations. In the first chapters of the story, she's portrayed as this confident girl-boss who takes no crap from any man. That image shattered when I found out she was groomed and is still being manipulated by her toxic doctor. She seriously needs therapy (she doesn't get it in the book unfortunately). Despite this, I'm glad to see that she ends up with Rhett and severs ties with Rob after all this info comes to light thanks to Rhett.
Trigger warnings finished, let's talk about the main couple. Warning: Rhett thinks about sex A LOT. Seriously, sometimes it was too much. Before they were even a couple, Rhett was fantasizing about Summer's lips around his- AHEM. I understand having perverted thoughts, but that imagination of his was sometimes too wild, or the constant erections he got around her. Not gonna lie, it was off-putting. I also thought he was childish the first half of the book. He's very self-centered, and he doesn't really care about other people's feelings as much as he should. However, he's redeemed in my eyes when he confronts Rob and punches him in the face for disrespecting Summer. I gotta give Rhett credit, he defends the woman he loves, which scored serious points in my book. True, he let slip Summer's secret in front of the family, which wasn't cool, but at the same time, it also released her from Rob's clutches and set her free (something she never realizes in the story). He does have some character development by the end of the story.
There are like three sex scenes in the book, and they're GREAT. Rhett is definitely smooth. It's the best smut I've read in a novel so far.
In terms of their romance, I think it develops... okay. It's kind of clunky midway. I don't like that Rhett calls her Princess all the time (Summer's Dad used to call her that). However, the romance gets it's hallmark ending that was super sweet and heartwarming. Despite Summer's fear for Rhett riding the bull, she chose to go support him and his dream, and in return, he chooses her. That's all I'll say there <3
This was my first cowboy/romance book, and I enjoyed the ride despite being triggered. I'm glad Summer and Rhett got their happy ending. Rhett's family is also wholesome with a southern country charm, and I'm looking forward to reading the next book in the series. I seriously need a heartwarming cowboy love story without the triggers please!
TW: Grooming, toxic relationship, infidelity, minor/adult relationship, emotional abuse (NOT between the Main Characters)
I wish I had known the above before going into this book because it completely shocked me when it was revealed. It affected me so much that I actually took a break from the book to process my thoughts. None of the reviews I read warned me, and I wish they had. As a result, I want to write a spoiler-ridden review for those who need that warning. Please do NOT read this review if you want to avoid spoilers.
I would say that the book has a strong start, average middle, and fast-paced ending full of drama with a hallmark-worthy ending. The story stars Rhett Eaton, a professional bull rider, and his agent's daughter, Summer Hamilton. It's written in first-person, present-tense, and it switches between Rhett's and Summer's POV.
Rhett Eaton is known to the world to be a playboy, but in reality, he's a very sensitive man that hates it when people tell him what to do. Summer is perceived to be a no-nonsense, confident person like her father, but in reality, she's a woman who is a serious people pleaser who needs therapy after being groomed by her cardiologist and emotionally abused by her Stepmother and half-sister.
Let me spoil those TWs right now. When Summer was a teenager, she had a serious heart heart condition. She saw a cardiologist (Rob) who saved her life. This doctor groomed her when she was a minor and then had sex with her when she turned 18. That's how Summer defends the relationship. She insists that "nothing illegal happened" between her and Rob until she was legal. She refuses to expose him and ruin his career since she feels she "owes" him for saving her life. It's MESSED UP! Rob then married Summer's sister, but he keeps on calling and texting Summer to emotionally manipulate her and control her from afar (i.e. infidelity). It's sick. This issue is somewhat glossed over until Rhett confronts Rob and breaks his nose (I LOVED THAT SCENE!)
I felt deceived about Summer's character when stumbling upon the above revelations. In the first chapters of the story, she's portrayed as this confident girl-boss who takes no crap from any man. That image shattered when I found out she was groomed and is still being manipulated by her toxic doctor. She seriously needs therapy (she doesn't get it in the book unfortunately). Despite this, I'm glad to see that she ends up with Rhett and severs ties with Rob after all this info comes to light thanks to Rhett.
Trigger warnings finished, let's talk about the main couple. Warning: Rhett thinks about sex A LOT. Seriously, sometimes it was too much. Before they were even a couple, Rhett was fantasizing about Summer's lips around his- AHEM. I understand having perverted thoughts, but that imagination of his was sometimes too wild, or the constant erections he got around her. Not gonna lie, it was off-putting. I also thought he was childish the first half of the book. He's very self-centered, and he doesn't really care about other people's feelings as much as he should. However, he's redeemed in my eyes when he confronts Rob and punches him in the face for disrespecting Summer. I gotta give Rhett credit, he defends the woman he loves, which scored serious points in my book. True, he let slip Summer's secret in front of the family, which wasn't cool, but at the same time, it also released her from Rob's clutches and set her free (something she never realizes in the story). He does have some character development by the end of the story.
There are like three sex scenes in the book, and they're GREAT. Rhett is definitely smooth. It's the best smut I've read in a novel so far.
In terms of their romance, I think it develops... okay. It's kind of clunky midway. I don't like that Rhett calls her Princess all the time (Summer's Dad used to call her that). However, the romance gets it's hallmark ending that was super sweet and heartwarming. Despite Summer's fear for Rhett riding the bull, she chose to go support him and his dream, and in return, he chooses her. That's all I'll say there <3
This was my first cowboy/romance book, and I enjoyed the ride despite being triggered. I'm glad Summer and Rhett got their happy ending. Rhett's family is also wholesome with a southern country charm, and I'm looking forward to reading the next book in the series. I seriously need a heartwarming cowboy love story without the triggers please!
TW: Grooming, toxic relationship, infidelity, minor/adult relationship, emotional abuse (NOT between the Main Characters)
I wish I had known the above before going into this book because it completely shocked me when it was revealed. It affected me so much that I actually took a break from the book to process my thoughts. None of the reviews I read warned me, and I wish they had. As a result, I want to write a spoiler-ridden review for those who need that warning. Please do NOT read this review if you want to avoid spoilers.
I would say that the book has a strong start, average middle, and fast-paced ending full of drama with a hallmark-worthy ending. The story stars Rhett Eaton, a professional bull rider, and his agent's daughter, Summer Hamilton. It's written in first-person, present-tense, and it switches between Rhett's and Summer's POV.
Rhett Eaton is known to the world to be a playboy, but in reality, he's a very sensitive man that hates it when people tell him what to do. Summer is perceived to be a no-nonsense, confident person like her father, but in reality, she's a woman who is a serious people pleaser who needs therapy after being groomed by her cardiologist and emotionally abused by her Stepmother and half-sister.
Let me spoil those TWs right now. When Summer was a teenager, she had a serious heart heart condition. She saw a cardiologist (Rob) who saved her life. This doctor groomed her when she was a minor and then had sex with her when she turned 18. That's how Summer defends the relationship. She insists that "nothing illegal happened" between her and Rob until she was legal. She refuses to expose him and ruin his career since she feels she "owes" him for saving her life. It's MESSED UP! Rob then married Summer's sister, but he keeps on calling and texting Summer to emotionally manipulate her and control her from afar (i.e. infidelity). It's sick. This issue is somewhat glossed over until Rhett confronts Rob and breaks his nose (I LOVED THAT SCENE!)
I felt deceived about Summer's character when stumbling upon the above revelations. In the first chapters of the story, she's portrayed as this confident girl-boss who takes no crap from any man. That image shattered when I found out she was groomed and is still being manipulated by her toxic doctor. She seriously needs therapy (she doesn't get it in the book unfortunately). Despite this, I'm glad to see that she ends up with Rhett and severs ties with Rob after all this info comes to light thanks to Rhett.
Trigger warnings finished, let's talk about the main couple. Warning: Rhett thinks about sex A LOT. Seriously, sometimes it was too much. Before they were even a couple, Rhett was fantasizing about Summer's lips around his- AHEM. I understand having perverted thoughts, but that imagination of his was sometimes too wild, or the constant erections he got around her. Not gonna lie, it was off-putting. I also thought he was childish the first half of the book. He's very self-centered, and he doesn't really care about other people's feelings as much as he should. However, he's redeemed in my eyes when he confronts Rob and punches him in the face for disrespecting Summer. I gotta give Rhett credit, he defends the woman he loves, which scored serious points in my book. True, he let slip Summer's secret in front of the family, which wasn't cool, but at the same time, it also released her from Rob's clutches and set her free (something she never realizes in the story). He does have some character development by the end of the story.
There are like three sex scenes in the book, and they're GREAT. Rhett is definitely smooth. It's the best smut I've read in a novel so far.
In terms of their romance, I think it develops... okay. It's kind of clunky midway. I don't like that Rhett calls her Princess all the time (Summer's Dad used to call her that). However, the romance gets it's hallmark ending that was super sweet and heartwarming. Despite Summer's fear for Rhett riding the bull, she chose to go support him and his dream, and in return, he chooses her. That's all I'll say there <3
This was my first cowboy/romance book, and I enjoyed the ride despite being triggered. I'm glad Summer and Rhett got their happy ending. Rhett's family is also wholesome with a southern country charm, and I'm looking forward to reading the next book in the series. I seriously need a heartwarming cowboy love story without the triggers please!
TW: Grooming, toxic relationship, infidelity, minor/adult relationship, emotional abuse (NOT between the Main Characters)
I wish I had known the above before going into this book because it completely shocked me when it was revealed. It affected me so much that I actually took a break from the book to process my thoughts. None of the reviews I read warned me, and I wish they had. As a result, I want to write a spoiler-ridden review for those who need that warning. Please do NOT read this review if you want to avoid spoilers.
I would say that the book has a strong start, average middle, and fast-paced ending full of drama with a hallmark-worthy ending. The story stars Rhett Eaton, a professional bull rider, and his agent's daughter, Summer Hamilton. It's written in first-person, present-tense, and it switches between Rhett's and Summer's POV.
Rhett Eaton is known to the world to be a playboy, but in reality, he's a very sensitive man that hates it when people tell him what to do. Summer is perceived to be a no-nonsense, confident person like her father, but in reality, she's a woman who is a serious people pleaser who needs therapy after being groomed by her cardiologist and emotionally abused by her Stepmother and half-sister.
Let me spoil those TWs right now. When Summer was a teenager, she had a serious heart heart condition. She saw a cardiologist (Rob) who saved her life. This doctor groomed her when she was a minor and then had sex with her when she turned 18. That's how Summer defends the relationship. She insists that "nothing illegal happened" between her and Rob until she was legal. She refuses to expose him and ruin his career since she feels she "owes" him for saving her life. It's MESSED UP! Rob then married Summer's sister, but he keeps on calling and texting Summer to emotionally manipulate her and control her from afar (i.e. infidelity). It's sick. This issue is somewhat glossed over until Rhett confronts Rob and breaks his nose (I LOVED THAT SCENE!)
I felt deceived about Summer's character when stumbling upon the above revelations. In the first chapters of the story, she's portrayed as this confident girl-boss who takes no crap from any man. That image shattered when I found out she was groomed and is still being manipulated by her toxic doctor. She seriously needs therapy (she doesn't get it in the book unfortunately). Despite this, I'm glad to see that she ends up with Rhett and severs ties with Rob after all this info comes to light thanks to Rhett.
Trigger warnings finished, let's talk about the main couple. Warning: Rhett thinks about sex A LOT. Seriously, sometimes it was too much. Before they were even a couple, Rhett was fantasizing about Summer's lips around his- AHEM. I understand having perverted thoughts, but that imagination of his was sometimes too wild, or the constant erections he got around her. Not gonna lie, it was off-putting. I also thought he was childish the first half of the book. He's very self-centered, and he doesn't really care about other people's feelings as much as he should. However, he's redeemed in my eyes when he confronts Rob and punches him in the face for disrespecting Summer. I gotta give Rhett credit, he defends the woman he loves, which scored serious points in my book. True, he let slip Summer's secret in front of the family, which wasn't cool, but at the same time, it also released her from Rob's clutches and set her free (something she never realizes in the story). He does have some character development by the end of the story.
There are like three sex scenes in the book, and they're GREAT. Rhett is definitely smooth. It's the best smut I've read in a novel so far.
In terms of their romance, I think it develops... okay. It's kind of clunky midway. I don't like that Rhett calls her Princess all the time (Summer's Dad used to call her that). However, the romance gets it's hallmark ending that was super sweet and heartwarming. Despite Summer's fear for Rhett riding the bull, she chose to go support him and his dream, and in return, he chooses her. That's all I'll say there <3
This was my first cowboy/romance book, and I enjoyed the ride despite being triggered. I'm glad Summer and Rhett got their happy ending. Rhett's family is also wholesome with a southern country charm, and I'm looking forward to reading the next book in the series. I seriously need a heartwarming cowboy love story without the triggers please!
TW: Grooming, toxic relationship, infidelity, minor/adult relationship, emotional abuse (NOT between the Main Characters)
I wish I had known the above before going into this book because it completely shocked me when it was revealed. It affected me so much that I actually took a break from the book to process my thoughts. None of the reviews I read warned me, and I wish they had. As a result, I want to write a spoiler-ridden review for those who need that warning. Please do NOT read this review if you want to avoid spoilers.
I would say that the book has a strong start, average middle, and fast-paced ending full of drama with a hallmark-worthy ending. The story stars Rhett Eaton, a professional bull rider, and his agent's daughter, Summer Hamilton. It's written in first-person, present-tense, and it switches between Rhett's and Summer's POV.
Rhett Eaton is known to the world to be a playboy, but in reality, he's a very sensitive man that hates it when people tell him what to do. Summer is perceived to be a no-nonsense, confident person like her father, but in reality, she's a woman who is a serious people pleaser who needs therapy after being groomed by her cardiologist and emotionally abused by her Stepmother and half-sister.
Let me spoil those TWs right now. When Summer was a teenager, she had a serious heart heart condition. She saw a cardiologist (Rob) who saved her life. This doctor groomed her when she was a minor and then had sex with her when she turned 18. That's how Summer defends the relationship. She insists that "nothing illegal happened" between her and Rob until she was legal. She refuses to expose him and ruin his career since she feels she "owes" him for saving her life. It's MESSED UP! Rob then married Summer's sister, but he keeps on calling and texting Summer to emotionally manipulate her and control her from afar. It's sick. This issue is somewhat glossed over until Rhett confronts Rob and breaks his nose (I LOVED THAT SCENE!)
I felt deceived about Summer's character when stumbling upon the above revelations. In the first chapters of the story, she's portrayed as this confident girl-boss who takes no crap from any man. That image shattered when I found out she was groomed. She seriously needs therapy (she doesn't get it in the book unfortunately). Despite this, I'm glad to see that she ends up with Rhett and severs ties with Rob after all this info comes to light thanks to Rhett.
Trigger warnings finished, let's talk about the main couple. Warning: Rhett thinks about sex A LOT. Seriously, sometimes it was too much. Before they were even a couple, Rhett was fantasizing about Summer's lips around his- AHEM. I understand having perverted thoughts, but that imagination of his was sometimes too wild, or the constant erections he got around her. I also thought he was childish the first half of the book. He's very self-centered, and he doesn't really care about other people's feelings as much as he should. However, he's redeemed in my eyes when he confronts Rob and punches him in the face for disrespecting Summer. I gotta give Rhett credit, he defends the woman he loves, which scored serious points in my book. True, he let slip Summer's secret in front of the family, which wasn't cool, but at the same time, it also released her from Rob's clutches and set her free (something she never realizes in the story).
There are like three sex scenes in the book, and they're GREAT. Rhett is definitely smooth. It's the best smut I've read in a novel so far.
In terms of their romance, I think it develops well. It's kind of clunky midway, and I don't like that Rhett calls her Princess all the time (Summer's Dad used to call her that). However, the romance gets it's hallmark ending and it was super sweet and heartwarming. Despite Summer's fear for Rhett riding the bull, she chose to go support him and his dream, and in return, he chooses her. That's all I'll say there <3
This was my first cowboy/romance book, and I enjoyed the ride despite being triggered. I'm glad Summer and Rhett got their happy ending. Rhett's family is also wholesome and great, and I'm looking forward to reading the next book in the series. I seriously need a heartwarming cowboy love story without the triggers please.
TW: Grooming, toxic relationship, infidelity, minor/adult relationship, emotional abuse (NOT between the Main Characters)
I wish I had known the above before going into this book because it completely shocked me when it was revealed. It affected me so much that I actually took a break from the book to process my thoughts. None of the reviews I read warned me, and I wish they had. As a result, I want to write a spoiler-ridden review for those who need that warning. Please do NOT read this review if you want to avoid spoilers.
I would say that the book has a strong start, average middle, and fast-paced ending full of drama with a hallmark-worthy ending. The story stars Rhett Eaton, a professional bull rider, and his agent's daughter, Summer Hamilton. It's written in first-person, present-tense, and it switches between Rhett's and Summer's POV.
Rhett Eaton is known to the world to be a playboy, but in reality, he's a very sensitive man that hates it when people tell him what to do. Summer is perceived to be a no-nonsense, confident person like her father, but in reality, she's a woman who is a serious people pleaser who needs therapy after being groomed by her cardiologist and emotionally abused by her Stepmother and half-sister.
Let me spoil those TWs right now. When Summer was a teenager, she had a serious heart heart condition. She saw a cardiologist (Rob) who saved her life. This doctor groomed her when she was a minor and then had sex with her when she turned 18. That's how Summer defends the relationship. She insists that "nothing illegal happened" between her and Rob until she was legal. She refuses to expose him and ruin his career since she feels she "owes" him for saving her life. It's MESSED UP! Rob then married Summer's sister, but he keeps on calling and texting Summer to emotionally manipulate her and control her from afar. It's sick. This issue is somewhat glossed over until Rhett confronts Rob and breaks his nose (I LOVED THAT SCENE!)
I felt deceived about Summer's character when stumbling upon the above revelations. In the first chapters of the story, she's portrayed as this confident girl-boss who takes no crap from any man. That image shattered when I found out she was groomed. She seriously needs therapy (she doesn't get it in the book unfortunately). Despite this, I'm glad to see that she ends up with Rhett and severs ties with Rob after all this info comes to light thanks to Rhett.
Trigger warnings finished, let's talk about the main couple. Warning: Rhett thinks about sex A LOT. Seriously, sometimes it was too much. Before they were even a couple, Rhett was fantasizing about Summer's lips around his- AHEM. I understand having perverted thoughts, but that imagination of his was sometimes too wild, or the constant erections he got around her. I also thought he was childish the first half of the book. He's very self-centered, and he doesn't really care about other people's feelings as much as he should. However, he's redeemed in my eyes when he confronts Rob and punches him in the face for disrespecting Summer. I gotta give Rhett credit, he defends the woman he loves, which scored serious points in my book. True, he let slip Summer's secret in front of the family, which wasn't cool, but at the same time, it also released her from Rob's clutches and set her free (something she never realizes in the story).
There are like three sex scenes in the book, and they're GREAT. Rhett is definitely smooth. It's the best smut I've read in a novel so far.
In terms of their romance, I think it develops well. It's kind of clunky midway, and I don't like that Rhett calls her Princess all the time (Summer's Dad used to call her that). However, the romance gets it's hallmark ending and it was super sweet and heartwarming. Despite Summer's fear for Rhett riding the bull, she chose to go support him and his dream, and in return, he chooses her. That's all I'll say there <3
This was my first cowboy/romance book, and I enjoyed the ride despite being triggered. I'm glad Summer and Rhett got their happy ending. Rhett's family is also wholesome and great, and I'm looking forward to reading the next book in the series. I seriously need a heartwarming cowboy love story without the triggers please.
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