Review: A life was stolen, but it created a fresh beginning.
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 05 26, 2014
I received a complimentary copy of this book by the author in exchange for an honest review.Aly Martinez really brought it in Stolen Course. This is easily one of my favorite books of 2014. When we met Caleb in Changing Course, he goes through such unfathomable pain when he lost Manda. The circumstances surrounding her death are mysterious at best, and Caleb has been trying to solve the case of who was really driving the night Manda died. He's convinced it was her best friend, Sarah, and he's been trying to prove it for 5 long years.Caleb truly goes through all 7 stages of grief in this book. Especially when Sarah's sister comes into the picture. Emma turns Caleb's life upside down. She's related to the woman he's trying to ruin, yet their chemistry is undeniable. They can't stay away from each other, but Sarah will always remain between them.Emma is hilarious, kind, thoughtful, and all around a wonderful woman. She understands Caleb's grief, but she doesn't put up with his crap either. I did a mental fist pump every time Emma knocked Caleb on his as$ by never putting up with his bull. Emma definitely proved she isn't a weakling, but she doesn't let her pride get in the way either. I love a heroine who stands up for herself, but isn't domineering.It's hard for Caleb to move on when he thought he would never fall for another woman again. Emma's compassion and understanding for everything Caleb has gone through astounded me. Caleb is a sexy alpha male, but not in a macho way. He is the perfect blend of protector, lover, and friend. He loves with everything he has, but he can't let go of the past-at least not yet. Emma and Caleb agree to keep Sarah separate from their relationship, but Emma's heart is being pulled in opposite directions. Both of them go through a heartbreaking journey in their own way.Stolen Course can be read as a standalone, but to fully understand the circumstances behind Manda's death, I highly recommend reading Changing Course first. Brett and Jesse's story is just as emotionally charged as Caleb and Emma's. A life was stolen, but it created a fresh beginning.