Review: Stefan and Leah's story - a story of redemption and second chances!
Rating: 4 out of 5
Date: 02 5, 2014
An Exceptional Twist is the follow-up to Kimi Flores' sweet romance story It All Started With a Lima Bean. Readers witness the attraction between Leah and Stefan in book one, and in book two, when Stefan stays in Santa Barbara while Abby and Caleb are on their honeymoon, the time they spend together only makes them want each other even more. But one night destroys Leah and Stefan's friendship, and from then on, Leah plays it "safe" because she refuses to be left heartbroken again. Will an unexpected event allow Leah and Stefan the chance to reconnect or is the risk too great for both of them?"'The bigger the risk, the better the reward.'"Leah is a strong, independent woman who is a great friend, sister, and daughter, but she feels like something is missing in her life. Leah craves a relationship and a family; she wants what Abby and Caleb have. Throughout the story, readers see her multiple layers - she's compassionate and giving when it comes to her dance kids; she's hardworking and driven when it comes to her flower business; and she's goofy and adventurous when it comes to Abby and Madison. But Stefan draws even more emotions from her - at times, she craves and cares for him, but other times, she can't stand his player persona and his ego. He lights her up, but he also shatters her.Stefan is an egotistical ass at the beginning of the story; he wants Leah in his bed, but he's not willing or ready to give her anymore of himself. His upbringing has not allowed him to understand the concept of love or healthy relationships, so he has lived his life without attachments.  When Leah and Stefan first start spending time together, he doesn't know what to do with his strong emotions for her, and his actions crush Leah's heart. But when Stefan comes back to Santa Barbara, slowly, Leah changes him, and he transforms into a man capable of love, but will his transformation be too late for his chance with Leah?An Exceptional Twist is a story about redemption and second chances. It's a sweet tale about going all in despite the risks. It's a testament to the belief that opposites attract. Readers will be pulling for Leah and Stefan throughout the book, even when they want to strangle both of them - Stefan more so than Leah. What's also great about the book is that Kimi Flores allows readers to keep up with Abby, Caleb, and Madison as well. We see the newly formed family thrive and help Stefan and Leah get through their personal issues and struggles. The Intertwined Hearts series is full of well written characters and complicated plots that keep readers interested until the end.Complimentary copy provided by author/publisher for an honest review.4 poison apples!(The Fairest of All Book Reviews)