There are certain steamy things you know you will get with a Sara Cate novel, and this story definitely delivered all of that, far beyond expectations. This novel also delivered a beautiful story of three people and their place together. Briar and Caleb have lost themselves as individuals and as a couple. When Dean moves into the apartment above their garage, he quickly fits into their world in a surprising way. I love the dynamic Dean brought to this story.
I like that for all the taboo and spice Sara Cate infuses into her books, they are always, at the heart of the stories about relationship dynamics. Often things that any couple can relate to as being a challenge. Briar and Caleb struggle with communication to the point it has changed their relationship to be unrecognizable. They have polite respect vs really getting what they want from the other. Dean has a unique and powerful way that helps them figure this out. The story is told in flashbacks and present day. You get the guy Briar fell for in Caleb, as well as the man he is today. This really showed how far they had strayed from their initial passion. Flashbacks of Dean’s story are also included and really shows his evolution as an individual.
I love that this story continued the family drama set in The Anti-Hero, but if you want to read this as a standalone, that is absolutely possible. This story fills in the pieces for those new to the series, but also gives you a deeper glimpse to those already invested.
I knew at about 70% left in the story that this was my favorite novel by this author. She just made me feel so much, from so many perspectives. The characters each had so much growth, but also felt like they stayed authentic to themselves. This story was just a little different for me, just a little better, just a little more perfect than I could have imagined. I loved this story that went far beyond my expectations.
The Home-wrecker (The Goode Brothers)
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Stacey
I loved this story that went far beyond my expectations.
Reviewed in the United States on March 26, 2024
Danielle
She did it again…
Reviewed in the United States on April 13, 2024
Elizabeth Francis
Loved this book!
Reviewed in the United States on June 30, 2024
Sarah P.
Addicted!
Reviewed in the United States on April 4, 2024
Sarah P.
Reviewed in the United States on April 4, 2024
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"Love doesn’t live in perfect little boxes and abide by arbitrary rules. It grows and spreads, and we are all just pawns in its game."
"We don’t sacrifice who we love just to make our lives a little easier."
I cannot begin to explain this way this book had me terrified, turned on, crying, and laughing throughout it's entirety. It was intense, emotional, spicy, and absolutely incredible.
Can we just talk about the immense character growth for each of our main characters for a sec? Briar is a good, christian women. She follows the rules, abides by societal standards and by the end of this book she's a completely different woman and it was incredible to see her transform. Caleb is the protector, the husband, the father and he had hidden part of himself for so long and so deep that he didn't see what he was missing for what it was. Once he owns up and acknowledges everything, he becomes even better. And Dean, oh good Lord Dean. This man! He's guarded, closed off, and hates to rely on anyone but himself. As he opens up and lets himself love and be loved in return it is just pure magic. I am so head over heels for these three.
The way they fight for each other and love fiercely is so beautiful. This was an amazing read and I'm already missing them.
“You might be married to him, but you belong to me.”
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Angie
Good but long
Reviewed in the United States on April 15, 2024