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Sweet Home Carolina #2
The Passion of Patrick MacNeill
A father’s steadfast love. A woman’s healing skill. A child who needs them both...
Sexy single dad Patrick MacNeill tempts dedicated doctor Kate Sinclair to forget all her rules about getting personally involved. But can she put her heart and career on the line for a man who won’t let her all the way into his life?
RT Book Reviews “WISH” Hero Award Winner
Maggie Award Winner
Romance Writers of America RITA Award Finalist
“This is the kind of book every reader hopes to full of wonderful characters, exciting passion and tender love. A joy indeed.” 4 ½ stars - RT Book Reviews
“Don’t dare miss THE PASSION OF PATRICK MACNEILL, Virginia Kantra’s emotional tour-de-force that will introduce you to some of the most compelling, most endearing, most memorable characters you’ve met.” - New York Times bestselling author Eileen Dreyer
“Utterly compelling...beautifully written.” – Bookbug
Now edited and reissued for Kindle and Nook.
Dedicated burn surgeon Kate Sinclair shields her tender heart behind a white coat and a coolly professional manner. But something about the little patient the nurses dub “Iron Man” and his vital flyboy father challenges her as a doctor and a woman.
Since the car crash that killed his wife and almost took his son, pilot Patrick MacNeill’s life has revolved around his little boy. No one—no woman and certainly no interfering doctor—can intrude on their bond, forged in love and pain.
When little Jack’s care brings these two together, it ignites a passion they can’t ignore. But their growing involvement threatens Patrick’s emotional barriers and Kate’s professional future. With so much at stake, will she trust her judgment...or her heart?
Sexy single dad Patrick MacNeill tempts dedicated doctor Kate Sinclair to forget all her rules about getting personally involved. But can she put her heart and career on the line for a man who won’t let her all the way into his life?
RT Book Reviews “WISH” Hero Award Winner
Maggie Award Winner
Romance Writers of America RITA Award Finalist
“This is the kind of book every reader hopes to full of wonderful characters, exciting passion and tender love. A joy indeed.” 4 ½ stars - RT Book Reviews
“Don’t dare miss THE PASSION OF PATRICK MACNEILL, Virginia Kantra’s emotional tour-de-force that will introduce you to some of the most compelling, most endearing, most memorable characters you’ve met.” - New York Times bestselling author Eileen Dreyer
“Utterly compelling...beautifully written.” – Bookbug
Now edited and reissued for Kindle and Nook.
Dedicated burn surgeon Kate Sinclair shields her tender heart behind a white coat and a coolly professional manner. But something about the little patient the nurses dub “Iron Man” and his vital flyboy father challenges her as a doctor and a woman.
Since the car crash that killed his wife and almost took his son, pilot Patrick MacNeill’s life has revolved around his little boy. No one—no woman and certainly no interfering doctor—can intrude on their bond, forged in love and pain.
When little Jack’s care brings these two together, it ignites a passion they can’t ignore. But their growing involvement threatens Patrick’s emotional barriers and Kate’s professional future. With so much at stake, will she trust her judgment...or her heart?
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First published December 1, 1998
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Virginia Kantra
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Virginia Kantra
is the author of thirty books of women's fiction, contemporary romance, paranormal romance, and romantic suspense.
Kindred spirits and Anne of Green Gables fans, look for Anne of a Different Island , coming January 20, 2026.
Her latest release, The Fairytale Life of Dorothy Gale , a contemporary reimagining inspired by Dorothy's adventures in Oz, follows Kansas graduate student Dee Gale as she flees personal heartbreak and public humiliation to enroll in the writing program at Trinity College Dublin (the Emerald Isle!).
Meg and Jo , a contemporary novel inspired by the classic story Little Women, received starred reviews from Publishers Weekly and Booklist and was a People Magazine pick.
Beth and Amy (May 25, 2021) "continues her delightful 21st-century retelling of Little Women...Kantra’s compulsively readable update will attract a whole new group of readers, as well as satisfy Alcott devotees."—Publishers Weekly
Her stories have earned numerous awards including two Romance Writers of America's RITA (R) Awards, ten RITA nominations, and two National Readers' Choice Awards.
Carolina Dreaming, the fifth book in her Dare Island series , won the 2017 RITA (R) Award for Best Contemporary Romance - Midlength and was named one of BookPage's Top Ten Romance Novels of 2016. Her work includes the popular Children of the Sea series and, in e-book format, The MacNeills stories.
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Kindred spirits and Anne of Green Gables fans, look for Anne of a Different Island , coming January 20, 2026.
Her latest release, The Fairytale Life of Dorothy Gale , a contemporary reimagining inspired by Dorothy's adventures in Oz, follows Kansas graduate student Dee Gale as she flees personal heartbreak and public humiliation to enroll in the writing program at Trinity College Dublin (the Emerald Isle!).
Meg and Jo , a contemporary novel inspired by the classic story Little Women, received starred reviews from Publishers Weekly and Booklist and was a People Magazine pick.
Beth and Amy (May 25, 2021) "continues her delightful 21st-century retelling of Little Women...Kantra’s compulsively readable update will attract a whole new group of readers, as well as satisfy Alcott devotees."—Publishers Weekly
Her stories have earned numerous awards including two Romance Writers of America's RITA (R) Awards, ten RITA nominations, and two National Readers' Choice Awards.
Carolina Dreaming, the fifth book in her Dare Island series , won the 2017 RITA (R) Award for Best Contemporary Romance - Midlength and was named one of BookPage's Top Ten Romance Novels of 2016. Her work includes the popular Children of the Sea series and, in e-book format, The MacNeills stories.
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September 25, 2010
This is a very good story about two people who admire each other's dedication and respect each other's actions. They are each very much alone, each needing to be loved. Normally I would suspect this neediness to be a poor substitute for a healthy relationship, but Kantra's skill made a believer out of me. She clearly shows us the difference between those feelings and the true love she finally allows her protagonists.
I'd checked this out of the public library five years ago, and again two years ago, and realized I'd better buy myself a copy for more convenient re-reading. I was glad to find it in an online swap.
The heroine, Doctor Kate Sinclair, was such a paragon it was difficult for me to relate to her. She is beautifully contrasted with her sister. They grew up in poverty, abandoned by their father. Kate used her drive and intelligence to make it through medical school while Amy ends up as the single mother of two toddlers. Kate's confidence in her career is contrasted with her feelings of failure as a woman. She had been so focused on advancement that she had only found time for one adult relationship, and he turned out to be a jerk.
Pilot Patrick MacNeill lost his first wife in a car crash, and because he had to use all his focus to help his baby boy deal with the injuries sustained, he never seems to have truly worked through the grief process. Kantra has Kate accusing him directly of this, so that the reader and the hero are forced to recognize how his actions are influenced by this.
I liked how the plot brings these two people into a relationship that was not initially sparked by mutual attraction. The hero admits that at first, he did not even like her. The love precedes the physical attraction, but neither protagonist is self-aware or confident enough to admit these feelings to the other until the final scene.
The sex scenes were fairly well written for a series romance, I guess not everyone can be Nora Roberts. I'm glad to finally be adding this to my keeper shelf.
I'd checked this out of the public library five years ago, and again two years ago, and realized I'd better buy myself a copy for more convenient re-reading. I was glad to find it in an online swap.
The heroine, Doctor Kate Sinclair, was such a paragon it was difficult for me to relate to her. She is beautifully contrasted with her sister. They grew up in poverty, abandoned by their father. Kate used her drive and intelligence to make it through medical school while Amy ends up as the single mother of two toddlers. Kate's confidence in her career is contrasted with her feelings of failure as a woman. She had been so focused on advancement that she had only found time for one adult relationship, and he turned out to be a jerk.
Pilot Patrick MacNeill lost his first wife in a car crash, and because he had to use all his focus to help his baby boy deal with the injuries sustained, he never seems to have truly worked through the grief process. Kantra has Kate accusing him directly of this, so that the reader and the hero are forced to recognize how his actions are influenced by this.
I liked how the plot brings these two people into a relationship that was not initially sparked by mutual attraction. The hero admits that at first, he did not even like her. The love precedes the physical attraction, but neither protagonist is self-aware or confident enough to admit these feelings to the other until the final scene.
The sex scenes were fairly well written for a series romance, I guess not everyone can be Nora Roberts. I'm glad to finally be adding this to my keeper shelf.
September 7, 2015
I always admire Virginia Kantra's writings. She's one of my favorite authors capable of creating such beautiful love strories. I couldn't explain how much I loved this book. I burst into tears at the end of the prologue when Patrick sang a lullaby to his painful baby.
Dr. Kate bacame one of my favorite heroines because of her kind heart and strong character. I loved the way the hero and heroine's relationship got started and gradually developed into something more intense, sweet and wonderful. It touched my heart in so many ways.
ชอบเรื่องนี้มาก เนื้อเรื่องสวยงาม ถึงแม้จะไม่ค่อยสมจริงเท่าไหร่ในรายละเอียด แต่ความรักระหว่างพ่อ-ลูก ทำให้น้ำตาไหลพรากเลย ชอบนางเอกนะ เป็นผู้หญิงเข้มแข็งแต่มีจิตใจอ่อนโยน คาแรคเตอร์ชัดเจนดี ตอนจบก็จบได้ประทับใจ
Dr. Kate bacame one of my favorite heroines because of her kind heart and strong character. I loved the way the hero and heroine's relationship got started and gradually developed into something more intense, sweet and wonderful. It touched my heart in so many ways.
ชอบเรื่องนี้มาก เนื้อเรื่องสวยงาม ถึงแม้จะไม่ค่อยสมจริงเท่าไหร่ในรายละเอียด แต่ความรักระหว่างพ่อ-ลูก ทำให้น้ำตาไหลพรากเลย ชอบนางเอกนะ เป็นผู้หญิงเข้มแข็งแต่มีจิตใจอ่อนโยน คาแรคเตอร์ชัดเจนดี ตอนจบก็จบได้ประทับใจ
June 12, 2014
Classic damaged alpha male romance.
There were three things in this book that drove me nuts.
1) The child doesn't have a car seat?! Just pop him in the backseat with a seat belt. Oh, okay for a 4 year old.
2) The hero doesn't think the heroine is pretty. His mom asks and he says, nope, not this one.
3) The only child care the hero can find is our intrepid heroine. Did I mention she's a senior fellow on the burn unit. Since burns aren't scheduled, she's pretty much on call for emergencies. As a matter of fact, that's how his son got saved. But, hey, he's got childcare needs - so she should call off and attend to them.
Otherwise, the book was a fairly good, garden variety, romance.
There were three things in this book that drove me nuts.
1) The child doesn't have a car seat?! Just pop him in the backseat with a seat belt. Oh, okay for a 4 year old.
2) The hero doesn't think the heroine is pretty. His mom asks and he says, nope, not this one.
3) The only child care the hero can find is our intrepid heroine. Did I mention she's a senior fellow on the burn unit. Since burns aren't scheduled, she's pretty much on call for emergencies. As a matter of fact, that's how his son got saved. But, hey, he's got childcare needs - so she should call off and attend to them.
Otherwise, the book was a fairly good, garden variety, romance.
May 1, 2015
The Passion of Patrick MacNeill has an ex-Marine single father for the hero, a brilliant doctor working in the burn unit, who is a wonderful combination of excellent, dedicated doctor and no social life. Patrick finds her combination of competent doctor and person insecurities irresistible. Jack, Patrick's four-year-old son, a patient in the burn unit where Dr. Kate works is presented perfectly, as a bright preschool boy full of excitement and curiosity. The story deals with serious issues, lots of family involvement and a great romance. Virginia Kantra does a wonderful job with showing what burn victims face and the special people, who work in burn units to help them, all woven into a wonderful story.
June 5, 2017
Felt pretty corny.
I did not feel the connection between the main characters. They're physically attracted to each other and then boom love. It did not flow for me
I did not feel the connection between the main characters. They're physically attracted to each other and then boom love. It did not flow for me
April 21, 2020
Better than most romances, but a lot more real life like. The end seemed kind of abrupt though.
September 2, 2017
Cute but nothing to say really. She is a great doctor, but in some point a bit of a stupid. He full filled the male character better than her. I cant put more than 2 stars.
June 27, 2018
This was actually pretty good. I was wary because of the description and the baby on the cover, but I needed that baby for my Ripped Bodice Bingo.
The baby gets aged up to four (nearly five) and is a little too precocious- he read more seven to eight to me.
Anyway, the writing in this book was quite strong. It’s impressive when a contemporary that’s now 20 years old (how is the late 90s 20 years ago!? 😱) doesn’t feel dated. The only tip off was the scarcity of mobile phones.
There seemed to be some research behind treating burns and being a burn doctor. Nothing too horrific in the medical scenes.
The romance evolved nicely. No instalove. And the leads were mature and well rounded. I wasn’t a fan of the hero making arbitrary decisions on behalf of the heroine, but at least she calls him out on it.
I would continue this series if I came across the books on sale.
The baby gets aged up to four (nearly five) and is a little too precocious- he read more seven to eight to me.
Anyway, the writing in this book was quite strong. It’s impressive when a contemporary that’s now 20 years old (how is the late 90s 20 years ago!? 😱) doesn’t feel dated. The only tip off was the scarcity of mobile phones.
There seemed to be some research behind treating burns and being a burn doctor. Nothing too horrific in the medical scenes.
The romance evolved nicely. No instalove. And the leads were mature and well rounded. I wasn’t a fan of the hero making arbitrary decisions on behalf of the heroine, but at least she calls him out on it.
I would continue this series if I came across the books on sale.
June 4, 2014
I love books that involve kids, and young Jack in this story stole my heart. Not to mention his handsome and sexy flyboy father Patrick MacNeill. I have a thing for Flyboys...And Dr. Kate, well she just is someone you want to give a hug to and make her your friend. Even if she is a little prickly at times.. But you soon find out why and like I said want to become her friend. Good book. I really enjoyed it and I can't wait to read about the next to read about the next two sexy MacNeill brothers.
June 3, 2014
I just finished this book and I loved it! Patrick was a perfect hero: tough, but soft when he needed to be. I loved the romance between Patrick and Kate. Their relationship developed at just the right pace.
Well-rounded characters, very emotional. I loved the relationship between Patrick and his son. It sounds like this might be a very sad story, but it was very hopeful.
Can't wait to read more of this series. I'll be reading more of Virginia Kantra's books!
Well-rounded characters, very emotional. I loved the relationship between Patrick and his son. It sounds like this might be a very sad story, but it was very hopeful.
Can't wait to read more of this series. I'll be reading more of Virginia Kantra's books!
July 27, 2013
This is a wonderful story of a single father doing the best he can to help his injured son while mourning the loss of his wife. When a new young doctor comes along giving Patrick hope for both his son and his heart he knows it's times to start really living again. Highly highly recommended as are all the Sweet Home Carolina books.
June 28, 2015
A wonderful story of love and commitment---of a father to his injured young son, and a woman to her career as a pediatric surgeon caring for burn patients. It's also a story of overcoming one's emotional burdens and opening oneself to love again.
June 2, 2012
Love this entire series by Virginia Kantra! It is on of my comfort reads :)
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May 26, 2022
This is a slow-burning romance between a physician and a father of a young boy.
Jack, who was burned badly in the car accident that killed his mother, is five months old when the novel opens. To the nurses and doctors on the burn unit, he's known as Iron Man. His father Patrick is not only grieving the loss of his wife, but also dealing with his son's burns. Dr. Kate Sinclair is leaving for more medical training, but knows the case all too well.
Four years later, she is back at the burn unit as one of the physicians under Dr Gerald Swaim, the physician in charge of the burn unit. There she meets four-year-old Jack and his father Patrick. Her compassion and regard for the patients are often at odds with the head physician. She wants what is best in the long run, and it is this that brings Patrick and her together. Jack isn't her patient, but she sees things differently than Swaim and Patrick.
For Patrick, Jack is his main (only) focus, and he wants Jack to have reconstructive surgery to remove scars and damaged areas on his face.
A relationship is beginning to form despite Kate's reservations to keep it professional. Is it possible to be professional and have a relationship with a patient's father? Or is just a disaster in the making, costing Kate her dream position? And what about Patrick's lingering grief?
One complaint: the constant use of the phrase "lady doctor" in regards to Patrick's thoughts and comments about Kate.
Jack, who was burned badly in the car accident that killed his mother, is five months old when the novel opens. To the nurses and doctors on the burn unit, he's known as Iron Man. His father Patrick is not only grieving the loss of his wife, but also dealing with his son's burns. Dr. Kate Sinclair is leaving for more medical training, but knows the case all too well.
Four years later, she is back at the burn unit as one of the physicians under Dr Gerald Swaim, the physician in charge of the burn unit. There she meets four-year-old Jack and his father Patrick. Her compassion and regard for the patients are often at odds with the head physician. She wants what is best in the long run, and it is this that brings Patrick and her together. Jack isn't her patient, but she sees things differently than Swaim and Patrick.
For Patrick, Jack is his main (only) focus, and he wants Jack to have reconstructive surgery to remove scars and damaged areas on his face.
A relationship is beginning to form despite Kate's reservations to keep it professional. Is it possible to be professional and have a relationship with a patient's father? Or is just a disaster in the making, costing Kate her dream position? And what about Patrick's lingering grief?
One complaint: the constant use of the phrase "lady doctor" in regards to Patrick's thoughts and comments about Kate.
September 28, 2025
A single dad can't be bothered to find regular childcare for his precocious son, who is still recovering from burns he suffered as a baby. He decided to use his son's doctor (or "lady doctor," as he condescendingly can't help referring to her as chapter after chapter) to fill in the gap. Within a few days, everyone -- including the child -- is exchanging "I love you."
Sometimes you read a romance where you can't help but predict the inevitable divorce. This is one of those books. She's got a career that she loves and has spent a lot of time training for. He's looking for childcare and doesn't respect her career. Both of them have completely inappropriate conversations right in front of the child. Neither one of them have much experience with relationships. It's a trainwreck in waiting.
The author makes sure to let us know that even when he does "girly" things to care for himself and his son, he does so MANISHLY. When he cooks for her: "She forked up a man-sized chunk of red pepper, wondering if she dared to eat it." How big is this piece exactly? Why not just have him throw in a whole pepper and roar like a bear?
Dr. Sinclair steered him to her office, a gray, featureless cubicle with towering files and ruthlessly organized shelves. Patrick stiffened with dislike. He couldn’t imagine a less welcoming or less feminine environment.
She's your son's doctor. Why does her office have to be feminine? Why is that even relevant?
When he sees her with a family member, it rattles his worldview: "Patrick had trouble reconciling the flushed, devoted aunt bustling in the cramped kitchen with the cool, decisive doctor he’d first met." Come on. This guy is both a father and a pilot. Surely he understands the concept of being professional in one context and displaying different characteristics with a young family member.
Sometimes you read a romance where you can't help but predict the inevitable divorce. This is one of those books. She's got a career that she loves and has spent a lot of time training for. He's looking for childcare and doesn't respect her career. Both of them have completely inappropriate conversations right in front of the child. Neither one of them have much experience with relationships. It's a trainwreck in waiting.
The author makes sure to let us know that even when he does "girly" things to care for himself and his son, he does so MANISHLY. When he cooks for her: "She forked up a man-sized chunk of red pepper, wondering if she dared to eat it." How big is this piece exactly? Why not just have him throw in a whole pepper and roar like a bear?
Dr. Sinclair steered him to her office, a gray, featureless cubicle with towering files and ruthlessly organized shelves. Patrick stiffened with dislike. He couldn’t imagine a less welcoming or less feminine environment.
She's your son's doctor. Why does her office have to be feminine? Why is that even relevant?
When he sees her with a family member, it rattles his worldview: "Patrick had trouble reconciling the flushed, devoted aunt bustling in the cramped kitchen with the cool, decisive doctor he’d first met." Come on. This guy is both a father and a pilot. Surely he understands the concept of being professional in one context and displaying different characteristics with a young family member.
August 31, 2017
This was a wonderful book!
I found this book hard to read at times because Dr Kate Sinclair was dealing with burn victims. The author never goes into full detail about the patients that she is dealing with but just what happened to them is enough to break your heart. So, hearing about Jack's accident as an infant and what he is still struggling with tore at my heart strings. The love and strength that Patrick has for his son, Jack, is awe-inspiring especially since he is a single father. The relationship that Kate and Patrick grow together is heartwarming especially since they try to help one another through heartbreak.
I found this book hard to read at times because Dr Kate Sinclair was dealing with burn victims. The author never goes into full detail about the patients that she is dealing with but just what happened to them is enough to break your heart. So, hearing about Jack's accident as an infant and what he is still struggling with tore at my heart strings. The love and strength that Patrick has for his son, Jack, is awe-inspiring especially since he is a single father. The relationship that Kate and Patrick grow together is heartwarming especially since they try to help one another through heartbreak.
August 11, 2017
Start with a dry hanky
Second paragraph or so into the prologue of this story, I disolved into tears. Ms. Kantra writes men for women. What a wonderful idea. Mixing in the reality of the medical profession with real life me Tarzan you Jane mentality and making it all work ,worked great for me. If all the subsequent books in this series were kindle unlimited I would be reading them all without stopping.great writing great storyline and everyone who likes to read should definitely include this author in their library.
Second paragraph or so into the prologue of this story, I disolved into tears. Ms. Kantra writes men for women. What a wonderful idea. Mixing in the reality of the medical profession with real life me Tarzan you Jane mentality and making it all work ,worked great for me. If all the subsequent books in this series were kindle unlimited I would be reading them all without stopping.great writing great storyline and everyone who likes to read should definitely include this author in their library.
September 17, 2017
#30: READ A BEACH READ---IN THE FALL: The Passion of Patrick MacNeill. This book is a sweet romance with the added attraction of a loveable little boy. A charming boy, burned in the accident that killed his mom. Treated by a doctor who captured both his grieving father's heart, as well as his own, this heartwarming story will charm readers with its strong characters and simple love story. This is the 1st of a 4 book series. I would pick up another and I would recommend it to all who are looking for a good read!
February 8, 2019
Love conquers insecurities
I loved this book about an insecure doctor and a tunnel visioned father. After the loss of his wife and near loss of his son, Patrick is tunnel-visioned on helping his son recover from the car accident that caused the death of his wife. That is until he meets Dr. Kate Sinclair, and he falls in love with her. They struggle thru a lot of complications including lots of misunderstandings, until they find their HEA. This book just flowed so well and held this readers heart and mind. I plan to read more books by Virginia Kantra.
I loved this book about an insecure doctor and a tunnel visioned father. After the loss of his wife and near loss of his son, Patrick is tunnel-visioned on helping his son recover from the car accident that caused the death of his wife. That is until he meets Dr. Kate Sinclair, and he falls in love with her. They struggle thru a lot of complications including lots of misunderstandings, until they find their HEA. This book just flowed so well and held this readers heart and mind. I plan to read more books by Virginia Kantra.
March 24, 2017
I enjoyed this story about a little boy who had been in a car accident as a baby and was badly burned. His father, Patrick, had cared for him, neglecting his own life for years. When young Jack connected with burn surgeon, Dr. Kate Sinclair, and she offered a different opinion on Jack's treatment, Patrick admired her skills.
While Kate was an exceptional surgeon, her personal life sucked. She grew up with a beautiful sister so she always felt unattractive. Between that and having one relationship with a jerk made her swear off relationships. After losing his wife in the car accident, Patrick thought of nothing but his son's recovery. He never even considered a relationship.
This could have been a sad story but it wasn't. With the help of a little boy, this couple found hope and love.
While Kate was an exceptional surgeon, her personal life sucked. She grew up with a beautiful sister so she always felt unattractive. Between that and having one relationship with a jerk made her swear off relationships. After losing his wife in the car accident, Patrick thought of nothing but his son's recovery. He never even considered a relationship.
This could have been a sad story but it wasn't. With the help of a little boy, this couple found hope and love.
January 14, 2020
Good read
Liked the writing style although it was wordy. Almost repetitive. Centered on the 2 main characters. Most of the dialogue took place in their own minds instead of talking to each other. The supporting characters are one dimensional. They are adults in their 30's and emphasis on their sexual inexperience and emotional deficits. He has cause but she is still dealing with childhood memories and she is a 36 year old Doctor
Liked the writing style although it was wordy. Almost repetitive. Centered on the 2 main characters. Most of the dialogue took place in their own minds instead of talking to each other. The supporting characters are one dimensional. They are adults in their 30's and emphasis on their sexual inexperience and emotional deficits. He has cause but she is still dealing with childhood memories and she is a 36 year old Doctor
August 13, 2017
Heartfelt story
Had tears in my eyes while reading this book. Especially when I read about what happened to Jack. Also the job kind of doctor Kate was and the patients she helped. What a great story! Even though I cried while reading this book I can't wait to read it again. I look forward to reading more from this author.
Had tears in my eyes while reading this book. Especially when I read about what happened to Jack. Also the job kind of doctor Kate was and the patients she helped. What a great story! Even though I cried while reading this book I can't wait to read it again. I look forward to reading more from this author.
May 6, 2018
Is the doctor supposed to fix everything?
She thinks she is. Or at least her expectations of herself are very limiting. Learned from a lifetime of regretful relationships. Treating a young burn patient and falling for his daddy, changes all her well rehearsed plans for a dull and boring, successful single focused surgeons life.
She thinks she is. Or at least her expectations of herself are very limiting. Learned from a lifetime of regretful relationships. Treating a young burn patient and falling for his daddy, changes all her well rehearsed plans for a dull and boring, successful single focused surgeons life.
July 30, 2018
Steamy and satisfying
Strong but insecure professional woman meets strong but more than slightly broken, ex-military single dad. A few triggers - burn victims are always a difficult topic - but overall, handled well and ultimately satisfying. I'll look for Patrick's brother's stories!
Strong but insecure professional woman meets strong but more than slightly broken, ex-military single dad. A few triggers - burn victims are always a difficult topic - but overall, handled well and ultimately satisfying. I'll look for Patrick's brother's stories!
June 27, 2019
Enjoyed this book.
I plan on reading the rest of this series. I loved the fact it was in NC and talked about burn care as I used to work in a university affiliated Burn Centre. Her story was easy to read and didn’t get bogged down on too any details. I would definitely recommend this book for others to enjoy.
I plan on reading the rest of this series. I loved the fact it was in NC and talked about burn care as I used to work in a university affiliated Burn Centre. Her story was easy to read and didn’t get bogged down on too any details. I would definitely recommend this book for others to enjoy.
August 19, 2017
Great read!
I really enjoyed this sweet, heart-warming tale. I love strong heroines and I loved that Kate was not only strong and intelligent, but she had such a good heart too. Patrick was just the perfect amount of alpha and you couldn't help falling in love with Jack! ❤
I really enjoyed this sweet, heart-warming tale. I love strong heroines and I loved that Kate was not only strong and intelligent, but she had such a good heart too. Patrick was just the perfect amount of alpha and you couldn't help falling in love with Jack! ❤
January 9, 2019
Moving
A fathers journey through his baby sons burns is so very moving. I love the strong bond they have and that Jake was so open and loving as a child. Be prepared to shed a few tears.
A fathers journey through his baby sons burns is so very moving. I love the strong bond they have and that Jake was so open and loving as a child. Be prepared to shed a few tears.
October 20, 2019
Overall a nice read but a bit slow. The characters are intriguing and the way their relationship developed throughout the story is compelling but at the same time it felt like they were over thinking every little thing which was a bit exhausting.
October 23, 2020
Thoroughly enjoyed this.
Phew, how to mix heartbreak and heat. This book packs an emotional punch , I was rooting for Dr Kate, Patrick and little Jack all the way. Maybe Kate’s insecurities were a little overworked but she could sure hold her corner. Thoroughly enjoyed the book.
Phew, how to mix heartbreak and heat. This book packs an emotional punch , I was rooting for Dr Kate, Patrick and little Jack all the way. Maybe Kate’s insecurities were a little overworked but she could sure hold her corner. Thoroughly enjoyed the book.
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