Review: The Autumn Review for I'll Be Home for Christmas
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 12 14, 2013
I don't read very many military themed books, but I really love this series. I've gotten attached to all the guys and their wives. One of the couples that I've really loved is Vic and Nicole. So, you can imagine how excited I was to read their novella! It was everything I had hoped it would be. I adore them even more.The story is set around the holidays and Vic is getting ready to ship out on his next deployment. The air is a bit heavy, but you can always count on Vic to try to lighten the mood. He wants to make the most of his time with Nicole before he leaves. And he's hoping to get back on R&R; for Christmas. When he leaves, I admit that I got a little teary. I had an idea about what was going to happen based on what I've read in the series already, but this time I was thinking about how Nicole must feel. I can't imagine the fear.I won't say exactly what happens, but if you've read the series, you know what happens while he's overseas. I will say, that Vic is such a great guy. He tries to keep everyone in good spirits. And he's a honorable guy in general. I don't know anything about military life, but I appreciate how realistic this series is. I always feel like I can actually see what's going on.Because of the events that happen, Vic isn't able to make it home per se, but Vic and Nicole are together. At this point in the novella, I was pretty teary. Vic's resilience was incredible. He does have some emotional ups and downs, but Nicole is with him every step of the way. She's so great. I just love their marriage. They face challenges together. They're a strong couple.Overall, I loved this novella! Seriously, I was so happy to get their story and I hope to see them again throughout the series. It was a great holiday message too. It reminded me to be grateful that my family is with me, happy and healthy. If you like military romance, take a look at this series. I've enjoyed getting know all the couples in the series and I can't wait to read Trent and Laura's book! I have a feeling it'll be a tear jerker!Quotes:~"You made it home," she whispered. "I know it's not how we thought it would happen but you're here. And I will always cherish this Christmas as the one when you came home to me."-Loc 1662~He held his wife close and fought back tears that burned behind his eyes. Her arms were tight around him, her breath hot against his bare skin.Now he was finally home.It didn't matter where they were.He'd made it. Maybe not all of him, but he'd made it.Safe and warm in his wife's arms, he'd made it.He was home.-Loc 1710 (And I'm tearing up just typing this out!---so good!)