Mase and Reese's story, which started in When I'm Gone, continues here and it's one filled with jealousy, secrets, and terrors from the past.

Both Mase and Reese envision a future together but outside forces seem intent on planting seeds of doubt and mistrust. After a brief separation to visit family, Reese joins Mase at the ranch and it's there she meets Aida. Aida and Mase were raised as cousins, although there is no blood relation, and it quickly becomes apparent to Reese that Aida has set her sights on Mase and would much rather be kissing cousins.

Reese is determined to continue her efforts to learn and spread her wings and she accepts a job as the assistant to the wife of a fellow rancher. Her confidence blossoms as she pushes herself and it's there that she again encounters Blaire Finlay's brother, Captain. Despite his insistence that he's just being friendly, Reese is unnerved by his flirting and his comments meant to cast doubt on Mase's commitment to her.

I loved seeing Reese push her boundaries and taking more control of her life. There were times where her continued uncertainty about the depth of Mase's feelings for her was frustrating (what more can he do or say to show her he is head over heels in love?), but considering her background and the lack of any experience or role model it was understandable. I liked seeing her interactions with Mase's mother, Maryann, and found myself wishing for more. I did find it surprising that there was no mention of Reese continuing to work with a tutor/therapist for her dyslexia.

Mase is a character that is impossible not to love. He loves fiercely and was willing do anything for those he cared about. When Harlow was overwhelmed by Kiro's acting out, Mase was at her side. When Reese needed him, he was there for her. The few times Mase felt like he got his priorities wrong or let Reese down, he instantly made it right.

This was the first Rosemary Beach novel not to take place in Rosemary Beach and it was a refreshing change of scenery. New places, new people. Captain was intriguing and that plot twist has me dying to know about his background. And there's Vile Aida... she's like Vile Nan, Texas-style. Even as much as I enjoyed the new setting, I loved the trips back to Rosemary Beach and the appearance of the characters I've come to know and love (Grant and Harlow are just *the sweetest*).

When You're Back is very much a story of Reese and Mase navigating their still-new relationship, learning to trust, and understanding the commitment they have to one another. This is another compulsively readable entry into the Rosemary Beach series. And as long as Abbi keeps writing them I'll be reading them! ( )

Omg. I knew. As soon as he said, "do you know who her real father is"...I KNEW! Hell, if I were to find out one of my children had suffered like this... I wouldn't need a hired hitman. I'd take the f..... you know what, out myself.
Awesome book. Cried....a lot.
On to the next! ( )

Reese has returned from her trip, ready to move forward with Mase. Things aren't as easy as they would like them to be. Enter jealous Aida and handsome Captain making things difficult around every turn.

I was really looking forward to this book after how the last one ended. I was expecting so much from this story...

I didn't really get it. I am not going to lie. It was a cute book. However, it didn't flow and seemed forced. I questioned many times throughout the book if Abbi even wrote it. The writing wasn't there like it usually is with her.

There was a ton of filler in this one. I could have done without all of the unnecessary information that didn't pertain to the book. It seemed like it was there to give the book some padding.

I have agonized over this review. I knew that it would be hard for me to completely positive. It just wasn't an Abbi book, and I struggled to finish it. I am sure there will be plenty who love it, however I didn't.

If you read the previous book, you will definitely want to read this so you can get the rest of the story. If you plan to continue the series, definitely read this, as I have a feeling there is some foreshadowing of the next couple of books. ( )

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Abbi Glines has done it again!  She's pulled me into a story that I loved and couldn't put down.

I love Reese and Mason.  They are such a great couple, and things aren't always easy for them.  Two people are constantly trying to put doubt in their heads about each other.  And that drove me nuts.  It's like they couldn't stop needling, but I had to keep reading so I could see them put in their place.

I think Reese grew the most in this book.  I know we all love Mason but he pretty much has his shit together, he just needed to get a few obstacles to understand that Reese is the only one he will ever love.  Reese wants to work, and I love that she has the confidence to say that she wants to work because she feels like she needs to.  She used to think of her dyslexia as an issue preventing her from doing every day things, but realizes that it may make things a little more difficult for her, not impossible.  Her confidence in working is amazing, and I loved seeing her blossom in her environment.

A person from Reese's past shows up and causes trouble.  And there are battles being dealt with by Kiro, Mason's dad, that he has to go help straighten out.  I love when Reese and Mason go back to visit Rosemary Beach.  That group of friends is always so warm and welcoming, and don't look down at Reese at all.

Like I said, this story sucked me in, and I can't wait to read more.  I really hope Captain gets his own book, because his presence in this book is mysterious and I HAVE to know more!!!


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Reese has returned from her trip, ready to move forward with Mase. Things aren't as easy as they would like them to be. Enter jealous Aida and handsome Captain making things difficult around every turn.

I was really looking forward to this book after how the last one ended. I was expecting so much from this story...

I didn't really get it. I am not going to lie. It was a cute book. However, it didn't flow and seemed forced. I questioned many times throughout the book if Abbi even wrote it. The writing wasn't there like it usually is with her.

There was a ton of filler in this one. I could have done without all of the unnecessary information that didn't pertain to the book. It seemed like it was there to give the book some padding.

I have agonized over this review. I knew that it would be hard for me to completely positive. It just wasn't an Abbi book, and I struggled to finish it. I am sure there will be plenty who love it, however I didn't.

If you read the previous book, you will definitely want to read this so you can get the rest of the story. If you plan to continue the series, definitely read this, as I have a feeling there is some foreshadowing of the next couple of books. ( )