Review: An okay read
Rating: 3 out of 5
Date: 07 27, 2013
I tried to keep in mind that I was reading a kindle freebie but I found myself waiting around for the story to get going. While the characters were fine and the plot was mildly interesting I had to push myself forward a couple of times. The ebook numbers at 174 pages but it literally took me two weeks to read it. It wasn't bad, it was kind of just - meh...I liked Ellie more than Carter, but not by much. Ellie is strong and independent but then becomes defenseless and irrational too quickly. I wanted Carter to have some more depth. I get that he had his heart broken when the two were younger but he seemed a little juvenile in his attempts at revenge. I never really took his intentions seriously either.I was slightly turned off by the author's need to specifically name the brands of a number of clothing items and accessories the characters wore/used. I basically thought to myself, "Who cares?!"As I said the contemporary plot was interesting but it didn't grab me enough. I found the ending to be entertaining but a little over the top. To prevent spoilers let's just say I enjoy a HEA but not when the heroine risks her life unnecessarily like that. It was definitely a "get a grip" kind of moment, seriously.Overall, I had an okay reading experience and will likely read another story by the author if it is another kindle freebie.