Review: I need more Ethan!!
Rating: 4 out of 5
Date: 02 20, 2014
WARNING: May contain spoilers!!Received complimentary book for honest reviewReviewer: Lea JamesFirst and foremost, where has Ethan O'Connell been all my life?!? Intractable Souls was intriguing, truly gut wrenching and mind-blowing and I was truly emotionally exasperated after reading this book.The story is centered around Olivia James and Ethan O'Connell who are true soul mates, destined to be together and circumstances frequently occur that throw them together and also tear them apart.  It's definitely a tug-o-war situation with these two and it appears they frequently take one step forward and five steps back.Olivia is an extremely complex individual who has suffered from a traumatizing abuse in her past relationship and is extremely frightened to let her guard down. She does everything in her power to push Ethan away, though her entire being yearns for him.Ethan, a playboy and successful alpha-male is charming as all hell, but has one hell of a temper and this behavior completely frightens and intimidates Olivia.  Ethan is also battling a past that could potentially ruin any chances to completely earn Olivia's trust.I have to admit that I was extremely frustrated with Olivia and although I empathized with her past experience, I didn't appreciate her constantly giving Ethan mixed signals and at times behaving completely rude towards him. I believe Ethan had proven himself and had gone above and beyond to look out for her well-being - he saved her life for crying out loud and cared for her until she was back on her feet, but she seemed so ungrateful and unappreciative.Ethan was absolutely super swoon worthy!! He was so drawn, caring and loving to Olivia and throughout the book; he appeared to be more than willing to change his ways in order to win her trust and her love.  Despite the fact he made unwise decisions at times and I was completely angry with him here and there, his sweetness and thoughtfulness overruled his bad behavior.Now, the steamy sex scenes were SMOKIN HOT and clearly these two had undeniable chemistry and for the record...I'd let Ethan kiss me ANYWHERE, ANYDAY! = ) Olivia was out of her freakin mind with that ridiculous agreement!Overall, I enjoyed Intractable Souls! I loved the emotional and sexual build-up and even that crazy Eva Storm who created a bit of mystery to this story. I do wish Eva would stop talking in code and just tell both Olivia and Ethan what the hell they need to know.  I was a little upset that it ended so abruptly with that horrible cliffhanger, but I definitely can't wait for the next book to see what the future holds for Olivia and Ethan.Great job Tricia Daniels for creating a compelling story filled with emotional angst.