Review: Another Great Read!
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 12 4, 2013
Didn't think Brenda could do it, but she made me forget that I didn't like Layla in book one of this series. Yes, she's still somewhat of a b*tch, but it works! This book for me was about taking a leap of faith. These characters are are self assured and are living life exactly the way they feel they should be...until they meet.Layla is a 26 year old attorney who has come to terms with herself that her life isn't going to be what she dreamed it would be when she was a young girl. And she's ok with that. She has a type A personality that feels the need to be in control at all times. Her top priority is her career and sleeping around is a thing of the past.Ben is a detective (and former marine, by the way!) and is content on living his life without commitment. He is not ashamed to flirt and enjoy a casual fling. He is a strong Alpha male that will not be held down by a relationship. He harbors shame from his past and holds his secrets close.After receiving a disturbing piece of mail, Layla comes face to face with Ben. The chemistry is obvious between them, but both choose to push it aside until it becomes impossible.This being the third book by Brenda Rothert that I have read, it is obvious that she likes to torture her readers with a slow build until it explodes into a hot and sexy climax. Although I can sort of see it possible to read this as a stand alone, I don't recommend it. You need to read Now and Then in order to have the back story of Layla. This is a HEA with no cliffhanger. However, you will be anxious for book 3 to see what becomes of Ben and Layla as well as Emma and Cole from book 1. You will not be disappointed with this series!