The original shorter story from [b:Heart2Heart: A Charity Anthology|38395210|Heart2Heart A Charity Anthology|May Archer|https://images.gr-assets.com/books/1517953192s/38395210.jpg|60051675] let me way more satisfied, which is a bit sad, being that it was my favorite story from that anthology (I gave it 4.5 stars!).

I expected more from the expanded version, mainly a focus on the romance progression between that first Valentine's date and the epilogue.

I certainly didn't expect nor liked at all that overdose of characters from future stories in the Series. A coarse move IMHO. I would ask kindly to the author that —in next stories— to ration the featuring of new characters.
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This short work is an ideal read if you want low angst and intense attraction. I just finished book 1 (The Fall) and it's neat to meet some of the people of O'Leary and already have some idea how they fit into the dynamic. Did not expect the revelation in the woods, though. If you're a fan of the series, don't skip this story. ( )

Great addition to the universe! ( )