There is nothing I enjoy more than reading a romance and being able to relate, on a deeper level, with the main characters. 𝗛𝗢𝗧 𝗠𝗘𝗦𝗦 𝗦𝗨𝗠𝗠𝗘𝗥 is one such book.

This is above all else, a romance read, but the underlying theme of starting over, living and accepting oneself after a life changing event, was what made it special. I read this book and found myself understanding both Nicole and Declan because I saw parts of myself in both of them. It was refreshing to be able to do so.

As with all of Melissa’s books, there is a lot of sweet and steamy moments between the hero and heroine and a friend group that embraces you like a warm hug. I couldn’t get enough of them. This book was a fantastic, read in one sitting romance and it gets the judy.ann.loves.books stamp of approval. TBR 𝗛𝗢𝗧 𝗠𝗘𝗦𝗦 𝗦𝗨𝗠𝗠𝗘𝗥 and Enjoy!

Romances with mature heros/heroines usually tend to be somewhat flat and sometimes even a little boring. But, not this one.

I was rooting for Nicole and Declan from the start. Nicole had been dealt a tough hand in life, so had Declan. And while they were drifting through life, they somehow encountered each other. What I loved most about their relationship is how it evolved so naturally. When Nicole needed a friend, that's what Declan was to her, and vice versa. But, when they were both ready for their relationship to progress, it happened so organically, that you knew it would turn into something special.

This is definitely going in my re-read list! ;)

P.s. Still not a fan of Mackenzie.


NOTE: ARC received in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own.