Resisting Intuition

by Lacee Daniels

What happens when the man you can’t resist isn’t the one you promised forever?

Olivia, a young freelance writer, never expects her life to be turned upside down by Alex, a mysterious, magnetic German NATO officer. Amidst construction renovations of her home and her engagement to her uninspiring fiancé Ben losing its spark and becoming increasingly hollow, Olivia is vulnerable to temptation.

When Alex, a commanding alpha male, enters her world, the attraction between them is instant and impossible to ignore. What begins as a secret connection soon ignites into a passionate affair, forcing Olivia to confront her deepest desires and the fragile boundaries of loyalty.

But Alex has secrets of his own, a complicated entanglement with another woman and the heavy weight of duty to his military career. Torn between responsibility and the undeniable bond he feels with Olivia, he must decide what truly matters.

As truths unravel and choices become unavoidable, both Olivia and Alex are pushed to their limits. Passion, betrayal, and heartbreak collide in a story that tests the boundaries of love and duty and dares to ask how far one is willing to go for a chance at happiness.

Perfect for fans of forbidden love, emotional twists, and the power of choices that will keep you turning pages until the very last twist. You are not going to want to put this down! Grab your copy today!

295 pages, Kindle Edition

Published February 23, 2024

About the author

Lacee Daniels discovered her passion for storytelling after settling in Hampton Roads, Virginia, home to the world’s largest naval station. Though she once dreamed of joining the military, her path led to a successful two-decade career in the legal field instead. Today, she writes military-inspired romance fiction novels that include descriptive details from authentic locations. Her heartfelt romance series explores courage, loyalty, and love involving strong yet vulnerable characters. Aside from writing and exploring the numerous military events in the area, Lacee enjoys spending time with her husband, gardening, and traveling.

Lacee loves to stay in touch with readers through social media. Find her at https://www.instagram.com/laceedaniel... or visit her website at https://laceedaniels.com.

Reviews

[Terry Lynn · Rating 3 out of 5]

3.5 stars
Received from the author for review. This is not a cookie cutter romance novel that follows the same plot as all the others. The main character is on a journey of self discovery and learning what she truly wants. The ending left me wanting to know what happens next.

[Delilah Snyder · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was such a great read loved the plot of the story and the characters it was absolutely amazing definitely worth reading

[The Bourbon-Sipping Bibliophile · Rating 3 out of 5]

Lacee Daniels delivers a thoughtful and emotionally charged story in Resisting Intuition, a contemporary romance that asks: what happens when a comfortable life collides with an undeniable new spark?

We meet Olivia, a writer engaged to Ben, a good man with whom she shares a steady, if somewhat distant, relationship. They’re in the middle of renovating a home and temporarily living in an apartment, a setting that feels symbolic of Olivia’s own in-between state. Her life is stable, predictable—even safe—but she can’t shake the feeling that something is missing.

Enter Alex, the handsome, intriguing neighbor whose every glance, wink, and conversation pulls Olivia further into temptation. Daniels captures Olivia’s internal conflict beautifully, allowing readers to step inside her head as she battles loyalty, longing, and the deeper question of whether she’s truly living the life she wants—or just the one that’s expected of her.

Alex, a German NATO officer, is written with just enough mystery to keep both Olivia and the reader captivated. He doesn’t need grand gestures to disrupt her world; his presence alone is enough to tilt her axis. That tension—the quiet but undeniable pull between them—is where this novel shines.

At its heart, Resisting Intuition is about more than attraction. It’s about the courage to listen to that inner voice, to distinguish between comfort and fulfillment, and to choose authenticity over convenience. Daniels’ introspective writing style makes Olivia’s evolution feel personal and earned, a journey many readers will find relatable.

✨ Sip & Savor Moments

🥃 Smooth Finish: Olivia’s realization that stability isn’t the same as happiness.
🔥 Spice Kick: Alex’s subtle but magnetic gestures—a wink that lingers longer than it should.
💔 Lingering Aftertaste: The quiet ache of wondering if you’re settling instead of truly living.

If you love character-driven romance that digs deep into emotional conflict and self-discovery, Resisting Intuition is a compelling pour. Lacee Daniels reminds us that sometimes the hardest person to be honest with is ourselves.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️¾ (3.75/5)
🌶️ Spice Level: 🌶️ (slow-burn attraction, minimal heat)

Thank you Lacee Daniels for adding me to your ARC Flight Crew!

[Diane Jewell · Rating 4 out of 5]

My first love triangle romance. I think it's time to read some more of them.
Olivia, Ben (her boyfriend) and Alex her neighbor. Many of Olivia 's thoughts are written in the novel she's writing.
Which boy will she choose? How will her life and novel end? You'll have to get the book today and find out. I hope you spend your afternoon with Olivia, Ben and Alex. It made my afternoon excited.

[Alexis · Rating 3 out of 5]

Finished this so fast! Once I started, I couldn’t put it down. Lacee Daniels does a fantastic job at evaluating the inner workings and complexities between a long term, “comfortable” relationship and what happens when a new spark lights somewhere else. A beautiful read.

[Sarah · Rating 4 out of 5]

I really enjoyed the story and the characters. This was a great read!