I needed a sweet escape to get out of my sad situation (I’m fighting a pretty nasty sinus infection) and I picked up the latest novel from one of my favorite authors!

The first thing I fell in love with in this novel was the setting. The atmosphere is picturesque and calming, making me wish I had a similar place to escape to! The whole situation with Ian and Brandy is electric from the beginning, and I could see this scenario actually happening in real life. Ian feels almost too good to be true, even if he did start out as the typical grump bachelor. Brandy is the ray of positive sunshine that Ian needs and they both rely on one another’s strength to get them through a difficult time. Though they both have their issues that they’re trying to work through they are the perfect pair that found one another at just the right time.

The touch of tension and suspense at the end was great and I honestly wish there could’ve been a little more, even if it did bring back some unsavory memories of my own of a similar situation I found myself in once upon a time. If abusive ex’s or stalker behavior is triggering for you consider yourself warned. It’s not a huge piece, and over almost as soon as it starts, but for some that’s enough. Also, Brandy’s mom is a real piece of work. I get she loves her daughter and wants to protect her but good gosh! Cut the cord already!

This was a novel that I breezed through within hours and truly enjoyed and appreciated the escape while I was battling this illness. I loved being back in Everly Falls and can’t wait for the next installment! ( )