Review: Not my first choice
Rating: 3 out of 5
Date: 02 17, 2014
*I received a copy of this book courtesy of Ranae Rose, via NetGalley, in exchange for an honest review*3 starsDominic and Clementine were soul mates. They had a plan to get out of the one horse town of Willow Heights and start a bright future together, away from the pain of their childhoods. Until one night everything changes. Feeling like she had no other options, Clementine runs from Willow Heights leaving Dominic behind with a broken heart. 7 years and a freshly educated lawyer, a chance encounter back in her home town leaves Clementine feeling like she's gone back in time. Although this Dominic is different than the one she left all those years ago. A local business owner and x-marine, he carries scars that haunt him. The time apart proves no obstacle for their feelings though, and they find themselves trying to find out how their new futures match up with the destiny that has eluded them.The story was a fun read but leaned more on the mild side for me. I found myself skimming at times and the story dragging. I can't fully fault the structure of the book, it just didn't connect with me as a reader and felt a little too calm for the turmoil that was supposed to be portrayed The world building was thorough and timeline and actions true to character. Clementine and Dominic had their flaws but felt realistic and complimented each other. Again, not a bad book just didn't stand out for me.