So happy to revisit Nina Lindsey's enchanting sea-side town of
Bliss Cove for the second contemporary romance in this series ~ And I
Love Her. This trilogy, whose installments can be read as stand-alone
novels, follows the lives and loves of the Prescott sisters Aria, Cassie, and
Rory. Here it's the prim and proper college professor Calista's chance to find
true love. Callie is a no-nonsense type of woman who has no time for
frivolousness and distractions like romance. But her scheduled life is about to
be turned upside down when reunited with her high school crush ~ the dashing
and deliciously sexy action film movie star, Jake Ryan. Together, this
opposites-attract couple embarked on a heartfelt journey, filled with all the
feels and passion, that I truly enjoyed.
My first impression of Callie in Love Walks In was
far from favorable. She was pushy, cold, unfriendly, and overbearing. Seeing
her life and spending time inside her mind, my opinion quickly changed. Yes,
she was overly regimented. However, there's a vulnerable and fragile side of
Callie that I absolutely adore. She loves her mom and sisters unconditionally,
obsessively concerned about their well-being. She's a daughter who mourns her
father and struggles with his great loss each day. Also, she's career-focused
as she strives to achieve tenure while trying to finish a book proposal on
Greek mythology. Truly misunderstood, her severe personality overshadowed her
tender heart. I loved seeing her character open up and flourish under Jake's
gentle care. They complemented each other perfectly, and witnessing their love
blossom was heartwarming.
When needing to go off-grid after a run-in with the paparazzi,
Jake found refuge in Bliss Cove. Time spent in his childhood town not only led
Jake to reconnect with Callie but also set him on a course of self-discovery,
reevaluating the priorities in his life.
Jake was a swoon-worthy storybook hero. More than just a pretty
face on the big screen, he was a man with high standards who loves his family
above all. Most importantly, Jake was kind, sincere, patient, and loving,
especially dealing with uptight Callie. He brought out the best in her,
teaching the professor there's more to life than academics and schedules. She
learned to trust and open up her heart to possibilities she never
imagined. In turn, falling in love with
Callie changed Jake's world for the better, and I relished every moment of
their journey.
All in all, And I Love Her was a beautifully
written, light-hearted read that was low on angst but chock full of sizzling
hot moments - the perfect read for fans of contemporary and insta-love
romances. As always, I cannot wait for more from Nina Lindsey's wondrous
imagination. Her tales consume me as I connect with all of her characters and
their experiences. She's an amazing storyteller and an all-time favorite. I'm
looking forward to Rory's story, the final installment of this series.
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