Compelling story with many twists and turns! It's about falling in love when you least expect it. I loved the epilogue which was a great way to tie in the previous stories.

I rated this book 4 stars on GoodReads when I read it 3 years ago but didn't write a formal review. I am marking the stars here to move it off my shelf.

Sasha Budanov is determined to find answers to her past but returning to the boarding school where she once attended isn't easy. However, when the handsome AJ Hofmann comes to her for help, she knows she can't turn her back on him, especially when he's desperate to discover why his sister was murdered. Will Sasha and AJ undercover the answers they're looking for or will their investigation put a target on their backs?

It seems Ms. Bybee can do no wrong when it comes to her books. Really, she knows how to engage this reader with captivating main characters and feisty, overprotective supporting characters that show family is thicker than blood; wonderful dialogue that hooks me from the very beginning and makes it very hard to put any of her books down; relatable and likeable characters with interesting back stories that make it hard not to sympathize with them; and fast-paced storylines where the main characters go through so much but where I find every HEA satisfying.

With the main characters, I absolutely loved Sasha and have ever since she was introduced into this series in book one. Really, she's a lone wolf but will do anything to help those she believes need it and I enjoyed how she began to let people into her life, even though it isn't easy for her to trust. She's also resilient, courageous, bold, confident and I liked the lengths she was willing to go t0 help AJ. Then again, she has her own motivation for wanting to uncover the truth. While AJ, he's filled with guilt over what happened to his sister and I could understand why he wants answers and possibly wants to make someone pay. Furthermore, he's confident, definitely likes challenging Sasha with teasing banter to get a rise out of her and I enjoyed his determination to get the heroine to open up to him. Certainly, she's a mystery he'd loved to unravel.

Overall, Ms. Bybee has delivered the best book of her First Wives series yet where the chemistry between this couple was off-the-charts and instantaneous from the moment they meet; the romance was wonderfully-detailed and full of exquisite heat and passion; and the ending left me a little shocked as to the identity of the person who killed AJ's sister but was oh-so satisfying as Sasha gives AJ a chance instead of continuing to always go it alone. I would recommend Say It Again by Catherine Bybee, if you enjoy contemporary romances with a touch of suspense, or books by authors Marina Adair, Erin Nicholas, Jill Sanders and Miranda Liasson.

Say It Again by Catherine Bybee is book five in the First Wives Series. This is the story of Sasha Budanov and AJ Hofmann. I have read the previous books, but feel you could make this a standalone book. Happy Reading!

I received an ARC from NetGalley in exchange for my honest review.

I loved the characters and the storyline development of this book. It was absolutely one of my favorites so far and I can't wait to delve in to the next one that this author writes. The storyline was simple, enjoyable, and entertaining.

Catherine Bybee come on to my radar because I kept seeing glowing reviews of her books. I never quite went for because of the covers; possibly the worst reason not to pick a book, I know. So I got over my ridiculous hurdle about book covers (a typography) and I see now what everyone is talking about. Interesting well rounded characters, great pacing, smooth writing style, great dialogue and a good blend of romance and adventure made me quickly immersed in the story.

Catherine Bybees writing is always solid. I always enjoy her characters. They’re never one dimensional. This book was very well written and I read it all in one sitting.

Another great book from Catherine Bybee. Bittersweet that this appears to be the final book in the Weekday Brides series. An enjoyable read. Will miss these women

Say It Again is Bybee's fifth and final in the First Wives Series. You can read it as a stand alone, but I advise against it. You will want to get to know all the woman in this series.
You get to know Sasha Budanov early in the series. She is mysterious, beautiful, and badass and I wanted to be her. Little by little you get a glimpse of what makes Sasha. Finally, book five is Sasha's story.
Sasha grew up in a German military style boarding school. She returns to these roots while trying to figure out what's next for her. She is looking for answers and direction and she's bored.
While there she is pulled into investigating a fellow ex-student's murder with the ex-student's sexy brother. This exposes more lies behind the walls of Richter than Sasha would have ever imagined. While searching for answers to her past, present and future, Sasha once again finds herself and those she loves in danger.
Sasha learns to trust, maybe for the first time. She learns acceptance, and the love of family. She has a long way to go, but begins to move forward in many ways in her present. This final book in the series was a great story to end with.
I received an ARC from Netgalley.

I received an Advanced Reader Copy from NetGalley and Montlake Romance for my unbiased opinion of the book. This is the book you thought the author wasn't going to write. I am so glad she did!!! The book centers around Sasha Budanov protector for hire and of the first wives and their families. She had an incredibly hard life was schooled to become the best at what she does and everything else with a level of excellence few can achieve. When her past comes to haunt her has more questions than need to be found she reluctantly decides to help AJ Hofmann. Sparks fly from the outset. She finds out things are not what she thought it was and people she could trust find out not able to anymore. Can she keep her heart and AJ safe at the same time? Also, can she finally uncover the truths and bring light to a school that should have never been? Can she finally trust a man who happens to also kiss like the whole constellation is in his lips? Cathy thank you for ending this series on such a dramatic high note and giving us readers the book we didn't think would happen!!!! Keep of the great writing!!!

Another great book from Catherine Bybee. Bittersweet that this appears to be the final book in the Weekday Brides/First Wives Club series. Sasha's story was and enjoyable read.

I was so excited for Sasha's story. She has been such a big part in the series so I loved the fact that Catherine Bybee decided to expand the series and give Sasha a book.

Because Sasha is such a kick ass character I wasn't sure whom was going to be strong enough to be a partnership with Sasha. Though I feel AJ was the perfect fit for her, they balanced out each other well.

Sasha feels like a pseudo real life black widow character and I loved the fact we got to get Sasha's back story with Richter. As Sasha steps into her, she gets caught up in the middle of a scandal which throws AJ into her path.

The connection between them was good and Sasha immediately had the protective streak with Aj which means something because normally besides Trina and Reed not too many get under her skin. Sasha is desperate for a family and doesn't realize that she already had one, just not a blood family.

Catherine Bybee has such a gift with her writing suspense. I was hooked immediately into this story. There were so many levels involved with this story and between Sasha and the boys they were able to find out the answers and there were many twists and turns I didn't expect.

I really liked this series and was happy to see everyone get their HEA.

Say It Again is the final book in the First Wives Series and was I sad to see this series come to end of course but what a great way to end a very successful series that’s loved by many. This book can certainly be read as a stand-alone but I think you would get so much more from it if you have read the previous books. Are you ready for Sasha Budanov and AJ Hoffman’s Story because they certainly have a tale to tell !!!!
Sasha is used to spending time on her own, it’s goes with her chosen profession but when she finds herself at a crossroads in her life she needs to finds answers and that means going back to her boarding school in Germany.
AJ is also looking for answers and when they meet at the school they find all sorts of mysteries and secrets from their pasts that bring them together and put them both in danger......
This book ticked all my boxes, it’s romantic, it’s mysterious and it has a plot that captivated me, add in a seriously swoon worthy male and you get a great entertaining read. I loved catching up with the couples from the previous books and for me this was the perfect ending to a great series.

Honestly I think this is the best book of the series!

I devoured Sasha and AJ's story and once again was enchanted by Catherine Bybee's writing. I was so happy to see the illusive and tough as nails Sasha become a little more soft and feel a bit more settled with AJ. The mystery and intrigue makes this story exciting and "Unputdownable". I cannot wait for her next series!

Catherine Bybee is an amazing Storyteller! Every single book I read of hers is great! Can't wait for her next book!!

I love this series and a so happy that Sasha got her chance for a happy ending. She is a badass just looking to belong. Going back to where she began has her experiencing flashbacks and realizing that some people are not what they seem. AJ is desperate to find out how his sister died. When these two meet the attraction is electrifying. Fighting it at every turn, they must work together to solve the mysterious deaths that they have uncovered. Such a great book!

I am so glad you created a book for this character. I wasn’t expecting it at all. I liked this book most out of the series, but only because this character intrigued me so much!! The entire series was great!

Catherine Bybee has managed to create a series with incredibly interesting female characters and Say It Again was another great addition. I was always fascinated by Sasha's character and her upbringing. Where was she trained? Why is she such a recluse? Say It Again answers all of those questions and manages to pair her up with an interesting character in AJ. Bybee's writing is great and she had me hooked till the final page!

What a thrilling end to another great series from Catherine Bybee. She closes The First Wives Series, with Sasha getting answers to her unanswered questions and putting to her past to rest and embracing a new future with Hoffmann.

You can "Say It Again" that a brilliant writer that she is, Catherine Bybee gives her readers another worthy read!

Oh, what a way to end this series! Sasha is restless and decides to return to the school in Germany where she ends up meeting A.J. who is looking into his sister's death. His sister was also a graduate of the school. Twists and turns and intrigue and soon they are chasing leads back in the states and enlisting the team with Neil and Reid and back 0n the ranch with Trina and Wade. So much fun to catch up with the women of the First Wives Club and watch Sasha take the fall at the end! I really enjoyed this entire series and recommend it.

**Received this ARC for review from the publisher via NetGalley**