Review: 5 stars
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 03 7, 2014
There is no way I couldn't give this book 5 stars. If you read the blurb, I won't re-write a synopsis for you. The only surviving victim of a serial killer/rapist, Charlie embodies so many qualities and is a true role model for abuse/rape/assault victims everywhere.  While there are many graphic descriptions that may be a trigger for victims, these scenes and narratives are treated with utmost respect and taste.  Charlie has her weak moments, as anyone in that situation would understandably be. But she also has this will to move on, and when the circumstances aren't overwhelming, you get to see flashes of who she is or was before the attack happened. Nick is a very delicate character which I think could have destroyed the plot if allowed. But on the contrary, he reinforced the story perfectly. He is there as a cop looking for a way up the ropes, then as an assignment to hunt and bait a ruthless killer, then as a friend , then something more. So it is also a relationship that develops from tragedy but also from a strong friendship. Nick's sister had also been a surviving rape victim , so it makes the assignment a bit more personal for Nick.Loverboy will keep you on edge, and bring you to tears.  It will make you smile and cringe.  It will make you swoon (see picture below) and it will make your heart break.  Intense? Yes, but totally worth it.