4 STARS You may wonder how I can give a book only 4 stars when I was the editor, but allow me to explain. It’s well written, and hopefully free from errors, the plot is compelling, the characters are complex, and it has all of the necessary elements, but I didn’t like what happened. I still don’t particularly like Kayden (maybe I will in the next one cause I think he’s improving), and I don’t quite understand Chloe, although I do like her. I’m allowing my emotions to dictate the number of stars I give this review, but aren’t all reviews really subjective anyway? There’s nothing Laxmi could have done differently to make me like it more, other than changing Kayden into a more likable character, and that would make it a completely different story. I’m not suggesting she should do that. I believe other people will love this story. It’s a bit dark and Kayden is often mean to Chloe and I find it difficult to get past that. Others will find his darkness intriguing and his redemption (which I’m sure will occur eventually) that much sweeter. Personally, I’m too old (and impatient) to be attracted to men who are so psychologically damaged, so although I feel sorry for Kayden, I really want him to overcome his inner demons so he can be a better mate to Chloe because I like her. When Kayden allows himself to acknowledge that he doesn’t deserve her, he’s right. I’d tell her to walk away...and stay away. Since that’s not likely, I’m rooting for his redemption. February 11, 2020
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