Older than the woman he has a crush on, Deke worries that the age gap he has with little Suzi is too big for anything to happen between them, so he watches after her from afar as a friend. But, after he says some very harsh things to her in the hopes she backs away from a dangerous news story, he may have ruined his chances and friendship with her for good.
News reporter Suzi doesn't believe she is really a little, mostly because she didn't have much of a chance to act like a kid during her childhood. She also believes that no one sticks around for good and that if she is too much trouble or work people will leave like her mom.
But, when a huge news story she wants to break but puts a huge target on her back, Deke steps in to let Suzi know that he’s there for her, whether she wants him to be or not and there is nothing she can do to push him away. But will Deke be able to keep the independent little Suzi from the threat looking to keep her quiet by any means necessary?
Deke was an over protective Daddy that had to grow on me because of the initial way he spoke to Suzi, but when we truly see what’s in his heart, it’s easy to forgive. And, Suzi needs every ounce of his over protectiveness, because she really is in a life or death situation!
I adored watching Suzi learn to believe in her little as she learned to let go of others expectations and just be herself under the care of Deke. I also loved that with Deke’s support and the love of the Musketiaras as well, Suzi learns just how lovable she is and that she can trust people with her heart and emotions.
This story really had it all. There are some adorably cute scenes, some sexy moments, great suspense and an overall sweet and nurturing vibe as Deke and Suzi’s relationship progresses. 4 stars!