Review: A Character Driven Fabulous Erotic Romance!
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 07 14, 2014
This second entry in the Renegades stuntmen series packs just as much punch as the first story, with steamy sex, action, fabulous characters and a riveting plot. This is the story of Wes, a country boy at heart who embraces the stuntman lifestyle with enthusiasm and Rubi, daughter of a wealthy businessman who prides herself on her independence, running her own computer programming business. They are from opposite sides of the tracks but that does nothing to dim the attraction between them. The question is whether they will be willing to put aside their differences and risk it all for a chance at love.I absolutely loved this story! Yet again, Skye had me reading late into the night because I have found that once you start one of her stories they are impossible to put down. This was very much a character driven novel. Rubi is feisty, fun, sexy and independent - with a hard outer shell that conceals the hurt inner child, the one that was unloved and foisted from one nanny to another by a cold uncaring father. Her idea of love is tainted by the fact that she's never experienced it, with the exception of her strong friendship with Lexi (heroine from book 1 Reckless). She happily admits to using men for sex (and vice versa) and only goes for one night stands where no-one gets hurt and feelings don't come into play. Wes comes from a warm, loving family and is a sincere and honest man, driven to adrenaline inducing stunts as a way of combating the expectations of his family to lead a staid life with his engineering degree. He is attracted to Rubi like a moth to a flame, seeing in her that which he's been missing in his previous nice-girl relationships - someone who understands his need for the thrills he gets from his stunts and who is willing to be adventurous with him, in and out of bed. The sexual chemistry between them is sizzling, and a good portion of the book is devoted to their sexy times, which Skye can write like nobody's business. Hot and steamy, their love scenes combine sex with emotional depth, a depth that Rubi tries hard to deny but in the end is swept away by Wes's care of her and her heart.This book is obviously well researched in the area of movie stunt making and the plot flows well. The secondary characters play an important role in the development of the story and the dynamics between the players. Humorous and witty dialogue, caring friendships, action and heartache are all part of a story that will have you hooked from the first page. I can honestly say that I am eagerly looking forward to each and every book that will come out in this series! 5 fabulous stars!