Review: Second home-run for my favorite author
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 12 10, 2013
Having read (and gotten “addicted” to) Liv Bennett’s The Pursuit Series after reading that first book, ‘An Illicit Pursuit,’ I just have to read the second book in the series if only to sate my appetite for Bennett’s writing. And I was not disappointed—‘The Pursuit of Passion’ rather ups the ante—it is richer, more evocative, and a ‘delicious’ page-turner.As always, Adam Garnett’s out again pursuing prey—this time, it’s his best friend’s widow, Taylor Doheny. Picking up four years after the timeline of the previous book, Adam tries to make his charm work on Taylor, although his efforts are seemingly in vain. Adam’s character is no secret, especially to Taylor—she knows what Adam really is behind that smile. Yet, one fateful event draws her closer to Adam—an event that breaks down all the barriers, and the way Taylor surrenders to Adam’s lust and desire is something that will utterly take your breath away.The thing with Adam is that he is real—his desires are not phony and they hit the target (and the reader) with such intensity that, even if you know that everything about Adam’s pursuit is wrong, you’re drawn to it and could not look away—that’s why readers (and, understandably, Taylor Doheny) could not resist it. You’ll love and hate Adam Garnett, but you WILL read his adventures no matter what.Overall, ‘The Pursuit of Passion’ exquisitely delivers that distinct Liv Bennett style—if you loved ‘An Illicit Pursuit’, then you’ll love to sink your teeth into this sequel. Drop everything you’re doing and prepare to “inhabit” the book’s world for a day or two, as this is an immensely enjoyable read from start to finish. Five stars, no less.