Review: Great ending to a series!
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 02 12, 2014
4.5 StarsI began reading this series back in 2008 when it started and because As Hot As It Gets is the last book that it’s the end of an era. I’ve been through the ups and downs of this SEAL team, gone on missions with them, was there when they met the loves of their lives, through the births of their children, and to torment the new members as they came in. Each book has been special in its own way but this one is super special because for once I feel like everything is settled and happy. So while the ending of this series is tough, my heart is happy.I’ve always had a little bit of a crush on Jackson Ramsey (Texas) probably because he’s from my home state but I think it has more to do with the fact that he’s always been a gentleman and a good friend. He’s just a nice guy and I love that he isn’t afraid to admit he wants to settle down with the right woman. He doesn’t shy away from commitment because he has the best example of it in his parents. He’s watched all the members of his team find their love match and he wants that for himself so when he encounters a woman who excites him, challenges him but wants nothing to do with him, he sets a plan in motion to be able to see her again and try again.I loved the heroine Mia Weldrick in this story; she’s sassy, she works hard, she is giving, and she unselfishly is raising her 16 year old brother. I love her outspoken nature, the way she doesn’t take crap off anyone, and her protective spirit for anyone she cares about. I also love that she simply can’t resist the charm of Jackson no matter how hard she tries.Jackson worms his way into Mia’s life but honestly after the first date she really doesn’t try very hard to discourage him and after their parking lot encounter I’m not sure most women would. I love the way Jackson broke down her barriers, the way he gave so much to Mia without expecting anything in return, the way he became a role model for Danny, and how he has no problem letting Mia be her own person. I appreciated the fact that even though he really wanted Mia sexually he went slowly because he was worried his sexual tastes might scare her off. While Mia was surprised, I love that she didn’t ridicule or put distance between them but found she rather enjoyed the kink Jackson needed. Let’s just say this book was aptly named because their encounters were pretty damn hot especially the voyeuristic scene with his teammate, Dylan. Whew!As much as I loved the hot sex, there was so much more to this story. Mia and Danny were dealing with their mother reappearing in their lives and Jackson had to face some demons from his past as well. Everything about this story seemed more detailed and fuller than most of the other book and I truly appreciated it.As sad as I am to see this series end it couldn’t have ended on a higher note, As Hot As It Get is simply an awesome story and a fitting ending to this series.*Reviewers note: As a lifelong Texan, I had some issues with this story when Jackson and Mia traveled to his home state. Normally these kinds of things can really ruin a book for me but I loved this couple and their story so much that I was able to overlook the issues.Review copy provided for an honest review.