Chris M
“Forbidden romance? Perhaps. Frowned upon romance? Definitely!”
That line hooked me immediately, and it really does capture the vibe of this story. I went in excited for the tension and the softness that usually come with this kind of setup, and while I enjoyed myself, it didn’t always land the way I hoped. For me, this sits comfortably at 3.5 stars.
The premise is great and the chemistry is there, but the writing felt a little lighter than I expected. There are a lot of spicy scenes, and even though they’re fun, I kept wishing some of that page time had gone toward quieter moments that would have deepened the characters and made their connection feel more grounded. I wanted a bit more emotional development and a little more space for the relationship to breathe.
Even with that, I liked the book. It’s easy to read, the characters are likable, and the setup is addictive in that familiar Riley Hart and Devon McCormack way. And honestly, knowing what’s coming next has me curious. Book 2 focuses on Colin and Ash, and that pairing has so much potential. Colin being Troy’s best friend and Ash being his stepbrother sets up a whole new kind of tension, and I’m already looking forward to seeing how their dynamic unfolds.
A fun, fast read that left me wanting a bit more depth, but I’m definitely continuing the series.
“Forbidden romance? Perhaps. Frowned upon romance? Definitely!”
That line hooked me immediately, and it really does capture the vibe of this story. I went in excited for the tension and the softness that usually come with this kind of setup, and while I enjoyed myself, it didn’t always land the way I hoped. For me, this sits comfortably at 3.5 stars.
The premise is great and the chemistry is there, but the writing felt a little lighter than I expected. There are a lot of spicy scenes, and even though they’re fun, I kept wishing some of that page time had gone toward quieter moments that would have deepened the characters and made their connection feel more grounded. I wanted a bit more emotional development and a little more space for the relationship to breathe.
Even with that, I liked the book. It’s easy to read, the characters are likable, and the setup is addictive in that familiar Riley Hart and Devon McCormack way. And honestly, knowing what’s coming next has me curious. Book 2 focuses on Colin and Ash, and that pairing has so much potential. Colin being Troy’s best friend and Ash being his stepbrother sets up a whole new kind of tension, and I’m already looking forward to seeing how their dynamic unfolds.
A fun, fast read that left me wanting a bit more depth, but I’m definitely continuing the series.