Jeremiah “Jim” Borden, is a gruff, no nonsense parole officer with a crush on hot waitress and single parent, Callista Barlow.
From the opening chapter it’s impossible not to cheer these two on to get together. They’ve been crushing on each other for a while but neither are willing to take the next step at first. Callista is wary following previous toxic relationships, and she naturally wants to protect her daughter. Not to mention she’s got problems of her own in the form of a creepy stalker.
When Jim’s injured, Callista decides to take the first step. But Jim gets embroiled in a gangland investigation and is put on suspension. Can their budding relationship survive amidst the threats to Jim’s career and both their lives?
The characters are each strong and determined, and it’s clear from the start that they are perfect for each other. Callista faces the trials of the single parent, providing for, and protecting their child, alone. She’s not some damsel in need of rescue, she’s dealt with some hard trials in her life and refuses to let them beat her. I could not help but get behind her and cheer her on as she faced her fears and took a chance on Jim, who’s fiercely protective, yet not arrogant or domineering.
The writer’s style flows so well and allows the reader to get inside the character’s heads, experiencing the action as they do, and there’s lots of it to keep the pages turning. There’s also plenty of heat and the sex is nice and steamy. It’s really nice to see a strong hero and heroine who get together and accept that people are never perfect, that relationships need work, but are worth it in the end.
This is the second book in the series but can be read as a stand alone. I’m mentioned in the acknowledgements because I beta read this book, but don’t roll your eyes! This is a well-written story with some great characters, plus a nice dose of action and spicy scenes in the mix. Don’t take my word for it. If you like romantic suspense then you should really give this author a go.
Plot: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Feels: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Heat: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Overall: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
