Review: Loved it
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 06 29, 2014
As the blurb suggests, Sebastian is not one to entertain emotions, particularly love. From what is initially shared, this has to do with his past. He keeps a black book of female names he has on payroll to call whenever he pleases. Their names are based on carton characters because he doesn't want to know their real identities. His fantasy is Jessica Rabbit and sets his sights on a particular female, Rosslyn, a new waitress at his club, who could be that Jessica for him. Rosslyn has fallen on hard times. She needs money desperately and is taking care of her younger brother because they have no parents or other family support. They don't even have a place to live. In contrast to Sebastian's cold and detached personality, Rosslyn wears her emotions on her sleeve and even through hardship, has a lot of love to give. She's not entirely naive about Sebastian's proposition and understands the limitations. She's not meek either, because even though she's desperate for money, she doesn't avoid questions or stand up for herself. I really liked Rosslyn's personality. I also enjoyed getting to know Sebastian. He may be somewhat of a jerk, but he wasn't unkind or hurtful, he just doesn't do romance or commitment. Together, they bring out a new and unexplored side of each other. Rosslyn starts to channel her inner seductress and also a more free spirit. Sebastian begins to feel and care for her well being unlike with any other female before. Rosslyn does have strong feelings for Sebastian because he is looking after her and has concern for safety. He helps her face her biggest fear and she fills him with contentment that he thought wasn't possible. There's more to the story that intertwines them and I saw the twist coming, but it still was played out well with the characters' actions and reactions. To see Sebastian change into a better man and to see Rosslyn gain closure was rewarding. This is not a heavy or dark read at all.