Review: Great romance with a murder mystery thrown in the mix.
Rating: 4 out of 5
Date: 12 7, 2012
This was one of those reads that start you off nicely, drags somewhere in the middle and just when you're about to give up it grabs you and doesn't let go. A very surprising read.Holden is a 40-something gay man who suffers from agoraphobia. A condition that surprised me since he used to travel the world for his adventure show. But since all he wants to do is write his book and keep to himself, he accepts his diagnosis without question or regrets. It isn't until Adam arrives in his home that he starts to resent it. For Adam is a 24-year old handsome gardener who makes Holden feel again. All of a sudden he is assaulted by feelings of lust, a need to connect and protectiveness towards his young employee.The murder mystery was an interesting part of the story and I enjoyed it very much. But the romance part of the story was what kept me reading. I liked that the author, L.B. Gregg, took her time and brought them together in the way she did. Not only did it add to the whole tension of the story, but it made their getting together more believable in my eyes.Holden tried to ignore his attraction to Adam, mainly because he was older than Adam by some years and especially because of his 'reputation' in Smithfield. His voice was hilarious. It was filled with sarcastic humor and a deeper sense of vulnerability, through his voice I understood where he was coming from and what he really wanted. I liked him from the start. And Adam was adorable. He had a vulnerability to him that really touched me. But when he let go and got comfortable he was hot! That side of him really surprised and I enjoyed it very much.The writing was very good, even if the story dragged there in the middle for a little bit. The characters were amazing, both entertaining and adorable in their own way. The dialog and their banter was hilarious, especially since Adam had that awkwardness to him. And their chemistry? Off the freaking charts!!! Makes me want to drive up to a make-out spot myself.So if you're in the mood for a great romance with a murder mystery to keep you guessing, pick this book up. It will not disappoint.