Love this cute romance - single mom, tough guy who lets his guard down. Love the emotional the author has put into the story .

Saving You by Alex Taylor
Destined Love Book 2
Rating: 4/5
Release Date: 11 July 2024

"Saving You" by Alex Taylor is a captivating novel that skilfully blends romance, drama, and emotional healing. The story centres around Caleb Sutton, a police officer who responds to a domestic violence 911 call, and Bailey, a survivor seeking a better life for her daughter Charlotte.

From the outset, Taylor handles sensitive subjects like domestic abuse and PTSD with remarkable grace and respect. These elements are seamlessly integrated into the narrative, adding depth and realism without feeling exploitative. The author's nuanced approach to these difficult topics is commendable, creating a story that is both authentic and deeply moving.

The chemistry between Caleb and Bailey develops naturally, driven by Charlotte's immediate connection with Caleb and the circumstances that bring them together. As Bailey faces threats from her abusive ex, Caleb's offer of a safe haven sets the stage for a touching journey of healing and romance.

One of the novel's strengths lies in its rich cast of supporting characters. The emphasis on found family adds warmth and depth to the story, while Caleb's biological family - particularly his mother and brother - demonstrate the power of unconditional acceptance. These relationships underscore the importance of community in overcoming trauma and building a new life.

Despite knowing little about the book beforehand, I found myself completely absorbed in this gentle yet powerful narrative. Taylor has a gift for creating multi-dimensional characters that readers can't help but root for. The gradual evolution of Bailey and Caleb's relationship is beautifully portrayed, offering a perfect balance of tender moments and dramatic tension.

"Saving You" is an ideal read for those who enjoy stories of second chances, protective heroes, and the strength of family bonds. It offers an uplifting testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the transformative power of love. However, potential readers should be aware of trigger warnings due to the intense nature of some content.

In conclusion, Alex Taylor's "Saving You" is a beautifully crafted, emotionally resonant novel that will stay with readers long after they've turned the final page. It's a story of hope, healing, and the courage to love again, told with sensitivity and heart.

Thank you so much to NetGalley, and the author, Alex Taylor, for providing me with a copy of this book in exchange for an honest and fair review.

This novel immediately hooked me and kept my attention. I love that Alex chose to write about difficult topics but gave it an HEA and also put real emotions into it.

This novel focuses on a cop whom is ex military and responds to a domestic call where he finds a woman hurt, with her minor daughter. He immediately becomes angered at the situation and vows for them to be safe.

The little girl will steal your heart and she’s the force the help drive these two together. Such a good story. The timing seemed a bit rushed at times however I loved the story!! This novel focuses on finding happiness despite our baggage and pasts.

Highly recommend this spicy read to anyone who loves a good single mom and cop romance!


I read an ARC of this novel thanks to the author Alex Taylor and NetGalley!

This is a cute romance - single mom, tough guy who lets his guard down. Fun characters and easy reading.
Thank you NetGalley and the publisher for access to this eARC.

3.5! Rounded it to 4 on GoodReads!

I have conflicting views about this one. Let me begin by mentioning that the plot is quite good. I enjoyed witnessing the narrative evolve alongside the characters. I fell in love with Caleb and his adorable bond with Bailey's daughter. I spent most of their interactions relishing the cuteness and connection they built.

I particularly liked the side characters and their interactions, especially since Bailey has been through an uphill battle and only has her daughter, but she is accepted not only by Caleb but also by his friends and family, which was wonderful.

While I was so close to giving this story four stars, the writing threw me off. The author has remarkable descriptive skills, but I felt that it was too much at points, and a lot of time was spent describing objects and situations that did not require that level of attention. Similarly (I suppose this was also connected to the description), several sentences were overloaded with action verbs, making it difficult to follow along. I believe this made the reading a little heavier, and it grew repetitive and sluggish at points.

Overall, the writing threw me off for the reasons stated, but I believe the characters and narrative were quite enjoyable.

Super cute single mom romance. I enjoyed the plot and had fun watching these two figure out their relationship. The secondary characters added fun and levity.

I found this book unputdownable and stayed up far too late reading it! Single mom, Bailey, meets cop, Caleb, when he responds to a 911 call at her house. While they both think they have too much baggage for a relationship they can't fight the pull they feel toward each other. I loved the relationship Caleb has with Charlie, Bailey's daughter and they way Caleb and Bailey support each other and communicated. This book is clearly part of an interconnected stand alone series, but they do not need to be read in order. This book has quite a lot of spicy scenes so beware if that's not something you look for in books. I really enjoyed this book and would recommend it to reads who enjoy single parent and found family tropes!

Title: Saving You

Author: Alex Taylor
Genre: Romance

Rating: ★★★★☆

"Saving You" by Alex Taylor is a heartwarming and emotional romance that intertwines themes of rescue, redemption, and the power of new beginnings.

Bailey is at a low point in her life when she meets Caleb, the cop who saves her and her daughter from a dire situation. Determined to steer clear of men after a disastrous marriage, Bailey finds herself irresistibly drawn to Caleb, whose every act of kindness and protection slowly chips away at her resolve. As Caleb promises to always be there for both her and her daughter, Bailey grapples with her fears and the possibility of opening her heart again.

Caleb has long avoided relationships due to his own past baggage. However, meeting Bailey and her daughter flips his world upside down. His protective instincts kick in, and he soon decides he wants to make them both his. As they navigate their burgeoning relationship, they must confront their hang-ups about love and deal with the looming threat of Bailey’s ex-husband.

What I Loved:

1. Engaging Characters: Bailey and Caleb are wonderfully developed characters with relatable struggles and endearing qualities. Their chemistry is amazing, and their journey towards trust and love is deeply moving.
2. Emotional Depth: The story delves into the complexities of overcoming past trauma and building new relationships. It’s a touching exploration of how love and support can heal old wounds.
3. Protective Instincts: Caleb’s role as a protector adds a comforting and heroic element to the story. His commitment to Bailey and her daughter is heartwarming and showcases the power of love and dedication.
4. Family Dynamics: The relationship between Bailey, her daughter, and Caleb forms the emotional core of the book. It’s beautifully portrayed and adds layers of warmth and authenticity to the narrative.
5. Suspense and Drama: The presence of Bailey’s ex-husband adds a layer of suspense and tension, keeping readers on the edge of their seats and rooting for Bailey and Caleb’s relationship to succeed.


"Saving You" is a great read that offers a perfect balance of romance, drama, and emotional healing. Alex Taylor has crafted a story that is both heart-wrenching and uplifting, with characters that readers will feel deeply connected to.

The journey of Bailey and Caleb is a testament to the strength of the human spirit and the transformative power of love. If you enjoy stories about second chances, protective heroes, and the bonds of family, this book is definitely for you. Just be sure to check the trigger warnings, as some content may be intense for certain readers.

Thank you to The Author Alex Taylor & NetGalley for an advanced reader copy (ARC) in exchange for my honest review.

Loved this book so much. The fmc Bailey is leaning to try to set boundaries with her abusive ex husband. Fate happens when her 5 year old daughter Charlotte aka Charlie calls 9-1-1 to say her Daddy hit Mommy. Then the mmc Caleb comes in, wanting to immediately take care of this little angel. Charlie throughout this whole book refuses to believe she is not the main character. Overall the story is about people learning to love again not just one another but themselves and to work through their trauma. Super cute, spicy and fun ride. I look forward to reading the rest of the series now. Thank you NetGalley, and Alex Taylor for picking me to be an arc reader of this book.

!Lo ame!

Cuando pedí el arc no me di cuenta que era el segundo libro de Destined Love y creo que fue mi mejor porque no tenía ideas preconcebidas sobre la trama.

Disfruté ver a tod@s y que sigan siendo tan unidos, sobre todo me encantó como las chicas le dieron la bienvenida a Bailey.

Me gustó como se desarrolló la relación entre Caleb y Bailey y entre Caleb y Charlie. Todo se dió de forma natural, incluso cuando Caleb decía que no quería tener una relación sus acciones decían otra cosa y es que le era imposible alejarse de sus mujeres.


Gracias NetGalley, al publicista y Alex Taylor por el ARC a cambio de una opinión sincera.

Lovely romance with some steamy elements. I really enjoyed the dynamics of the 2 main characters and felt the addition of her child made the lead male very lovable. Will be reading more from this author!

Caleb es un policía, conoce a Bailey en un llamado, el exesposo la golpeo y su hija, estaba presente y fue ella quien llamó a emergencias.

Charlotte, la hija de Bailey, inmediatamente crea un vínculo con Caleb y de repente sin darse cuenta se abre camino a su vida.

Él tiene estrés postramautico por lo que no puede o mejor dicho no quiere tener una relación ya que sabe que no esta en un buen estado mental. Ella tampoco está en un buen lugar para tener una relación, su ex al principio fue bueno hasta que se casaron, luego se convirtió en un monstruo y no tiene la confianza para volver a confiar en un hombre.

No entiendo como que es al desquiciado del ex no le quitaron los derechos para ver a su hija, el tipo debería estar lejos y en encerrado en la cárcel.

Me encantó la relación Caleb y Charlie, desde el incio se volvió su hija y a Bailey la trataba como reina.

El único pero que le pongo es que él no buscó ayuda profesional y el poder del amor lo ayudo con lo del estrés postramautico.

Me alegro ver que todos estamos bien y lo del embarazo de Liv y Josh. Amé que las chicas siguan igual de unidas y me grito ver como le dieron la bienvenida a Bailey ya fuera si estaba con Caleb o no.


Nota para mi:
El siguiente libro es de Hannah y Grayson. Al parecer lo de la enfermera fue un malentendido porque él mencionó que dese hace 2 años ya no es mujeriego, pero le deja creer a sus amigos que no a cambiado, ¿será que lo que vio Hanna fue a la enfermera besándolo, pero el no le correspondió?

-Lily es mejor amiga de Bailey. Ojalá tenga su libro es muy linda.



Thanks to NetGalley, the publisher and the author for the ARC in exchange for an honest review.

Review to Come

Love the cover ❤️
Description intrigued me…
Author is new to me.

Thanks NetGalley for the ARC

Review to Come

Love the cover ❤️
Description intrigued me…
Author is new to me.

Thanks NetGalley for the ARC