Jaslyn Scarpa is chronically cheerful. She believes in hope and happiness and brighter tomorrows. Along with being a talented, versatile, hardworking temp, Jaslyn is also a self-proclaimed “grouch whisperer.” Winning over the grumpy people in this world is her forté. Or, at least, she thinks it is until she meets the tall, dark—so dangerously dark—moody and sexy Rhein Birkner. The excruciating emotional pain reflected in his intensely piercing eyes tears at her heart. No matter how volatile he is, she makes it her mission to turn his hurt into joy.
Rhein Birkner is a ruthless businessman, notorious for hostile takeovers and forced mergers. He has a hard exterior, a powerful, domineering façade he presents to the world. But on the inside, he is a little boy who’s terrified of losing the woman who means everything to him. No amount of money can buy what she needs most. While he tries to figure out a way to save her, he is forced to contend with an infuriatingly sunshiny temp. Jaslyn Scarpa is outspoken, bubbly and unbelievably beautiful. She is the last thing Rhein wants at the moment. Ironically, she might also be the key to his happiness.
I really loved it but I wished it was longer. It totally could have been so much better had it been longer. Kinda draw out their relationship a little more. It seemed a little too fast considering their first meeting. It was like a 180 with Rhein. He was a total a-hole to her and so disrespectful. It was hard to swallow that he was being so nice so quicly. I kinda in a way didnt buy it. I did get all sentimental when I found out what Jaslyn did. Oh so sweet and wow. Jaslyn's character is definitely one of a kind and I think thats why I wanted to read so much more about her. I was a little disappointed but not so much that changes my opinion about the book. I think sometimes writers do such a good job with certain characters and we fall in love with them. Ends up disappointing us a little when its a short read and we just want more. I'd also like more about Sierra his sister but I doubt we will because she really doesnt do those types of series that include multiple characters.
This was a fast read - both time-wise (it took me about an hour from start-to-finish) and the period of time the (majority of) story covered. The author does a phenomenal job of describing through her writing the characters, the setting, the emotions, the plot - creative phrases really ignite the story and also help the reader feel as if she's experiencing it firsthand. Excellent character development and touching plot lines with appropriate back story sprinkled throughout. I really liked how the story was woven together to explain Reign's moody and bullish persona. In the beginning, there was no reason why anyone should like him! Without spoiling the ending - including a bit of a surprise revelation! - it was a fun, feel-good story.