Review-With Good Behavior
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Song of the day- Toxic by Britney Spears
Review: With Good Behavior by Jennifer Lane
Goodreads blurb:
In a world gripped by organized crime, family dysfunction, and dim hopes of redemption, can true love persevere? For Sophie Taylor, a beautiful psychologist who lost everything when she violated an ethical boundary, and Grant Madsen, a handsome naval officer who sacrificed everything to protect a loved one, finding that love may carry an unbearable cost.
Starting their lives over in Chicago, both are fighting influences from their family and running as fast as they can to escape the past. When their paths cross outside the parole officer's door, the attraction is instantaneous. But a hidden connection may not only shatter their fledgling love, but prove deadly to them both.
My review:
First off, can I just say how much I love the cover? Very eye-catching. When I first saw it, I immediately wanted to know why the military dude is in cuffs. Good stuff!
Sofie Taylor is a psychologist. She's smart, beautiful, has a huge heart and cares deeply about her work and her patients. In fact, she cares so deeply, she winds up falling for one: Logan Barberi, aka, Bad Mafia Dude. I won't post all the juicy tidbits here, but after an unfortunate series of events, Sofie ends up serving time in jail. The story kicks off with Sofie visiting her parole officer, and follows her re-entry into society. She's self-conscious and ashamed of what happened and has a difficult time coming to terms with her new life ... until she meets Grant.
Grant Madsen/McSailor, a shmexy naval officer, is a geat guy with a crappy family. His father is a mafia don, his uncles, cousins, and even his brother, Logan, are all criminals. Grant's uncle, Joe, saved him from a violent childhood and raised him away from his corrupt family. But the Barberi family is powerful and heartless, and when they want something, they usually get it. Unfortunately for Grant, they want him. Grant throws away his naval career, his good name and his freedom to save the life of a loved one. Released with good behavior, Grant meets Sofie at his parole officer's office and the black cloud hovering over him dissipates, and he finds he's got something, or rather, someone to look forward to each week.
The two agree not to talk about what sent them to jail, opting to focus on their future instead. Due to this little pact, Grant has no clue Sofie knew his brother, Logan. And Sofie has no idea Grant is actually a member of the Barberi family. This makes for some interesting reading. I'm not saying anything else, I've spoiled enough already!
I loved the progression of Sofie's and Grant's relationship, and really enjoyed how the author gave these two lost souls someone to lean on during a time when they were vulnerable and unsure of themselves. Jennifer Lane did a great job showcasing the emotional roller coaster the two main characters were on. Several scenes tugged at my heart and had me sniffling, while a handful of others made me feel warm and fuzzy.
The supporting characters were funny and infuriating and added a lot of depth to an already great story. Can't wait to read what happens next.
My rating: Four stars!
You can find more info about the book at:
Goodreads
Author's website
Omnific Publishing
Song of the day- Toxic by Britney Spears
Review: With Good Behavior by Jennifer Lane
Goodreads blurb:
In a world gripped by organized crime, family dysfunction, and dim hopes of redemption, can true love persevere? For Sophie Taylor, a beautiful psychologist who lost everything when she violated an ethical boundary, and Grant Madsen, a handsome naval officer who sacrificed everything to protect a loved one, finding that love may carry an unbearable cost.
Starting their lives over in Chicago, both are fighting influences from their family and running as fast as they can to escape the past. When their paths cross outside the parole officer's door, the attraction is instantaneous. But a hidden connection may not only shatter their fledgling love, but prove deadly to them both.
My review:
First off, can I just say how much I love the cover? Very eye-catching. When I first saw it, I immediately wanted to know why the military dude is in cuffs. Good stuff!
Sofie Taylor is a psychologist. She's smart, beautiful, has a huge heart and cares deeply about her work and her patients. In fact, she cares so deeply, she winds up falling for one: Logan Barberi, aka, Bad Mafia Dude. I won't post all the juicy tidbits here, but after an unfortunate series of events, Sofie ends up serving time in jail. The story kicks off with Sofie visiting her parole officer, and follows her re-entry into society. She's self-conscious and ashamed of what happened and has a difficult time coming to terms with her new life ... until she meets Grant.
Grant Madsen/McSailor, a shmexy naval officer, is a geat guy with a crappy family. His father is a mafia don, his uncles, cousins, and even his brother, Logan, are all criminals. Grant's uncle, Joe, saved him from a violent childhood and raised him away from his corrupt family. But the Barberi family is powerful and heartless, and when they want something, they usually get it. Unfortunately for Grant, they want him. Grant throws away his naval career, his good name and his freedom to save the life of a loved one. Released with good behavior, Grant meets Sofie at his parole officer's office and the black cloud hovering over him dissipates, and he finds he's got something, or rather, someone to look forward to each week.
The two agree not to talk about what sent them to jail, opting to focus on their future instead. Due to this little pact, Grant has no clue Sofie knew his brother, Logan. And Sofie has no idea Grant is actually a member of the Barberi family. This makes for some interesting reading. I'm not saying anything else, I've spoiled enough already!
I loved the progression of Sofie's and Grant's relationship, and really enjoyed how the author gave these two lost souls someone to lean on during a time when they were vulnerable and unsure of themselves. Jennifer Lane did a great job showcasing the emotional roller coaster the two main characters were on. Several scenes tugged at my heart and had me sniffling, while a handful of others made me feel warm and fuzzy.
The supporting characters were funny and infuriating and added a lot of depth to an already great story. Can't wait to read what happens next.
My rating: Four stars!
You can find more info about the book at:
Goodreads
Author's website
Omnific Publishing
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