Review: Cleverly written with a situation that many of us have encountered and an ending that is both steamy and romantic
Rating: 4 out of 5
Date: 01 2, 2014
A fast-paced sexy read where the couple has to decide between their desire for one another and the potential falling out of their relationship should things go badly.  Melinda has just discovered the feelings she has for her housemate, and unsure of their reciprocation, she is out for a night of fun.James was instantly attracted to his landlady from the moment he interviewed for the position as her housemate.  Slowly coming to terms with his attraction, and taking a chance that she won’t shoot him down he makes his move at the dance club.  First he discourages a possible suitor, then spinning her on the dance floor in a perfect and sexy tango: her favorite dance.From the first beat of the sensual dance, the two are lost in one another: the attraction between them a palpable thickening in the air, removing awareness of the others in the club for long moments.  The ride home is sensually and sexually charged, nearly giving the taxi driver a show of far more than expected as they head home.  Careful detail the romantic and emotional coupling is drawn out for the reader, until Melinda wakes alone the next day with no sight of James.  When the lonely day leads to a night where he doesn’t return, and Melinda’s confidence and belief in their relationship is shattered, a chat with her best friend results in tears and recriminations.Cleverly written with a situation that many of us have encountered and an ending that is both steamy and romantic, Nicole Flockton has managed to pack a lot of punch into a short story.  The characters arrive fairly well developed and complete, only their communication and interaction with one another changes, and changes in a way that is believable and credible.I received an eArc copy from NetGalley for purpose of honest review with Tasty Book Tours. I was not compensated for this review: all conclusions are my own responsibility.