Review: Love, drama, and retribution- this is a definite tear-jerker!
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 12 6, 2013
Yearning Absolution picks up after the cliffhanger in Yearning Devotion.  Gwen has just seen her past abuser while on a date with Cole.  The abuser continues to stalk Gwen and leave threatening messages but Cole assures Gwen that "he will take care of it."  To only add to her problems Gwen has been having trouble with her girlfriend, McKayla.  McKayla feels left out and voices her plans to reconsider the arrangement between the three.With Gwen's perfect life tumbling out of control can she pull the reigns and keep her happiness? Or is three really a crowd?I enjoyed this book as much as the first and many events happened that I didn't predict.  The first half of this book was light and fluffy with the dark details lingering in the background.  However, don't be fooled- there were a few twists and turns and one horrific tragedy that made this book a definite tear-jerker.I was also so happy to see the dynamics of Gwen's relationships change and become more realistic.  I was skeptical that McKayla, a lesbian, would really be happy sharing her girlfriend in the first book.  But, McKayla struggles with the situation once her and Gwen move in with Cole.  I could feel what McKayla felt and thought the situation was unfair.  However, Gwen redeems herself and shows just how much she appreciates McKayla.  McKayla finds her place and gives Gwen the greatest gift in the ending.Cole continued to be such an understanding and lovable character that I enjoyed reading his passion and devotion to Gwen and even McKayla.  Surprisingly, Cole's character turns a little dark in this book.  Love, drama, redemption, and retribution- the conclusion to the trio's story has it all and then some!