Review: Wasn't sure what to expect...
Rating: 4 out of 5
Date: 05 16, 2012
Whenever I download a freebie I never know if it will be worth the time investment... This definitely was!  I was a little concerned with the way the story was going to progress when Emily (Lee the Barracuda) Stafford has a ... you know... just by hearing Jake's voice... in the mailroom... I thought, uh oh it's one "those" books... all sex and no story.  Then Emily calls her friend Marilyn and you realize this woman is damaged, lonely and scared... That she hides behind her corporate alter ego to protect her heart.  Jake is a recovering alcoholic/bar owner (hmm, Sam Malone from "Cheers"?) who has been lusting after his neighbor for a couple of months... when they meet up in the mail room the sparks are instant and explosive... Unlike most stories passing for romance, this story doesn't immediately evolve into a fall into bed.  This couple falls in love, but still has some trust issues.  When Emily's "big secret" is revealed to Jake, the reaction is human...I really enjoyed the supporting cast of characters and hope that the author gets us Marilyn, Booker, Katie, Alex and Nick's stories... These players were interesting enough to warrant a return visit, I just hope that Ms. Kindle is a prolific writer and that the stories don't take a few years to emerge!The author's notes at the end talk about how this was the first book she ever wrote, considering how much I enjoyed it, I'm glad it's not the last!