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The Walshes #2
The Space Between
Some lines are meant to be crossed.
Patrick
That hair. That fucking hair. It was everywhere, always, and I wanted to tangle my fingers in those dark curls and pull. And that would be fine if she wasn't my apprentice.
Andy Asani was nothing like I expected. She was exotic and scary-brilliant, and the slightest murmur from those lips sent hot, hungry lust swirling through my veins. Outside my siblings, she was the only person I could name who shared my obsession with preserving Boston's crumbling buildings.
Andy
My wants were few: good eats, tall boots, hot yoga, interesting work. One incredibly hot architect with the most expressive hazel eyes I ever encountered and entirely too much talent in and out of the bedroom wasn't part of the original plan. Apparently he was part of the package.
Wine was my rabbi and vodka was my therapist, and I needed plenty of both to survive my apprenticeship. Especially with Patrick Walsh leaving love notes in the form of bite marks all over my body.
Patrick
That hair. That fucking hair. It was everywhere, always, and I wanted to tangle my fingers in those dark curls and pull. And that would be fine if she wasn't my apprentice.
Andy Asani was nothing like I expected. She was exotic and scary-brilliant, and the slightest murmur from those lips sent hot, hungry lust swirling through my veins. Outside my siblings, she was the only person I could name who shared my obsession with preserving Boston's crumbling buildings.
Andy
My wants were few: good eats, tall boots, hot yoga, interesting work. One incredibly hot architect with the most expressive hazel eyes I ever encountered and entirely too much talent in and out of the bedroom wasn't part of the original plan. Apparently he was part of the package.
Wine was my rabbi and vodka was my therapist, and I needed plenty of both to survive my apprenticeship. Especially with Patrick Walsh leaving love notes in the form of bite marks all over my body.
350 pages, Kindle Edition
First published November 18, 2014
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Kate Canterbary
51 books5,523 followersUSA Today Bestseller Kate Canterbary writes smart, steamy contemporary romances loaded with heat, heart, and happy ever afters. Kate lives on the New England coast with her husband and daughter.
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November 28, 2014
4.5 Stars!
The Space Between is the second book in The Walshes’ series. Each book follows one of the five Walsh siblings. This is a group that even after two books, I have grown attached to and love reading about! All five of these siblings are so different, and together they are a riot! Book one was about Matt finding love with his sexy school teacher Lauren. This book follows the oldest son, Patrick.
Patrick needs an intern at the family’s architect firm. The only problem is he isn’t easy to please and no one is good enough to fill the spot. Till he meets a black haired beauty named Andy. She is able to answer anything thrown at her. She’s perfect for the job. But Patrick doesn’t want her there at first... for entirely different reasons that are not professional.
After Andy starts work there, it becomes apparent she has those same wants and desires as Patrick. You can feel the attraction building between them.
Although Andy isn’t shy with her feelings about Patrick, she is very hesitant about acting on them. And I don’t blame her. He is her boss. She gives a little, but always seems to be holding back. And Patrick notices. For the first time in his life, he wants more from a girl. He doesn’t want her to hold back. He wants everything from her.
Andy and Patrick have amazing chemistry. When they finally give in to their desires for each other, it’s explosive. Their relationship is complicated though. Even though they both have these feelings for each other, they feel the need to keep things on the sly for a while. At least until Andy is no longer an intern.
I love Patrick and Andy together. Love! Patrick was the serious brother in the first book, but he was something else all together once you got to know him and be in his head.
After reading book one in this series, Patrick was probably the brother I was least interested in reading about. Boy was I wrong. Patrick was just they type of guy I love. Broody, grumpy, sexy, damaged and domineering. He was a great hero! And Andy is awesome. She was a fantastic heroine. I loved how she didn’t put up with his attitude when he was throwing it at her at the beginning. She’s driven and dedicated, yet also carefree and fun.
The only real reason I didn’t give this 5 stars is that I felt the ending was a little rushed. I get that there isn’t much of an epilogue, I know that we will see much more of Andy and Patrick in the other Walsh siblings books, I just wanted more of them together out in the open after they got it all together.
This is a wonderful series. Sweet, fun, light hearted, sexy with just enough damaged characters and drama to keep it from being too fluffy. I’ve come to adore these Walsh siblings! I can’t wait for Sam, Shannon and Riley’s books! I don’t even care who’s next because I’m excited to read about them all!
The Space Between is the second book in The Walshes’ series. Each book follows one of the five Walsh siblings. This is a group that even after two books, I have grown attached to and love reading about! All five of these siblings are so different, and together they are a riot! Book one was about Matt finding love with his sexy school teacher Lauren. This book follows the oldest son, Patrick.
Patrick needs an intern at the family’s architect firm. The only problem is he isn’t easy to please and no one is good enough to fill the spot. Till he meets a black haired beauty named Andy. She is able to answer anything thrown at her. She’s perfect for the job. But Patrick doesn’t want her there at first... for entirely different reasons that are not professional.
In the week since her interview, I never stopped to consider where she would spend the majority of her time or how we’d work together. I spent a fair amount of time thinking about her naked in every conceivable position.
After Andy starts work there, it becomes apparent she has those same wants and desires as Patrick. You can feel the attraction building between them.
Although Andy isn’t shy with her feelings about Patrick, she is very hesitant about acting on them. And I don’t blame her. He is her boss. She gives a little, but always seems to be holding back. And Patrick notices. For the first time in his life, he wants more from a girl. He doesn’t want her to hold back. He wants everything from her.
“When I say you don’t give me much, this is what I’m talking about.”
“What would you like me to give you?”
“Everything.”
Andy and Patrick have amazing chemistry. When they finally give in to their desires for each other, it’s explosive. Their relationship is complicated though. Even though they both have these feelings for each other, they feel the need to keep things on the sly for a while. At least until Andy is no longer an intern.
I love Patrick and Andy together. Love! Patrick was the serious brother in the first book, but he was something else all together once you got to know him and be in his head.
After reading book one in this series, Patrick was probably the brother I was least interested in reading about. Boy was I wrong. Patrick was just they type of guy I love. Broody, grumpy, sexy, damaged and domineering. He was a great hero! And Andy is awesome. She was a fantastic heroine. I loved how she didn’t put up with his attitude when he was throwing it at her at the beginning. She’s driven and dedicated, yet also carefree and fun.
The only real reason I didn’t give this 5 stars is that I felt the ending was a little rushed. I get that there isn’t much of an epilogue, I know that we will see much more of Andy and Patrick in the other Walsh siblings books, I just wanted more of them together out in the open after they got it all together.
This is a wonderful series. Sweet, fun, light hearted, sexy with just enough damaged characters and drama to keep it from being too fluffy. I’ve come to adore these Walsh siblings! I can’t wait for Sam, Shannon and Riley’s books! I don’t even care who’s next because I’m excited to read about them all!
Andy showed me that it was possible for someone to know my soul.
January 12, 2015
5 Swoony, Sexy, Sighing Stars
When I picked this one up I expected to sign and swoon at how sweet it was. What I didn’t expect was to be fanning myself at how completely hot it is. Yes, this story is so freaking hot, throw in the forbidden love - sold!!
The story begins with Andy looking for an internship at the Walshes family architecture firm. She knows all about Patrick Walsh and has not only been attracted to his physical appearance for sometime, but also to his work. She is dying to get this internship and when Patrick attempts to brush her off, she doesn’t take no for an answer - that was when I knew I would love this heroine.
Patrick Walsh has enough going on and he doesn’t need the distraction of the hot intern. When his family stands up for her and insist he hire her or give a great reason not to, he forced to offer her the job. Not long after Andy starts working Patrick knows he made the right decision, she is brilliant. The only problem is the attraction that continues to grow the more time they spend with each other.
So here comes the forbidden love part. While Patrick and his family own their firm and he can pretty much do whatever he wants, Andy doesn’t want to date him publicly. She doesn't want the family to question her work or his praise. I completely understand her rationale and the sneaking around just added to my enjoyment - Forbidden love is my jam!
So while Andy and Patrick live out her six month internship the attraction turns into more than sex, as they help each other navigate their lives. The Walsh family has so much going on with the loss of their father and their own work. I really felt for the entire family at the heartache they endured growing up and the effects of Angus’s passing. I loved how Andy was able to step in and help Patrick.
Like I said before I expected a sweet little story, and it definitely delivered, but the steam blew me away. I loved these two together, their chemistry was off the charts and you could feel their connection.
This is the second story in the Walsh family and I haven’t read the first yet, but plan to catch up soon and continue this series. I highly recommend this story about finding love, moving on and growing up.
ARC kindly provided in exchange for an honest review.
When I picked this one up I expected to sign and swoon at how sweet it was. What I didn’t expect was to be fanning myself at how completely hot it is. Yes, this story is so freaking hot, throw in the forbidden love - sold!!
The story begins with Andy looking for an internship at the Walshes family architecture firm. She knows all about Patrick Walsh and has not only been attracted to his physical appearance for sometime, but also to his work. She is dying to get this internship and when Patrick attempts to brush her off, she doesn’t take no for an answer - that was when I knew I would love this heroine.
Patrick Walsh has enough going on and he doesn’t need the distraction of the hot intern. When his family stands up for her and insist he hire her or give a great reason not to, he forced to offer her the job. Not long after Andy starts working Patrick knows he made the right decision, she is brilliant. The only problem is the attraction that continues to grow the more time they spend with each other.
So here comes the forbidden love part. While Patrick and his family own their firm and he can pretty much do whatever he wants, Andy doesn’t want to date him publicly. She doesn't want the family to question her work or his praise. I completely understand her rationale and the sneaking around just added to my enjoyment - Forbidden love is my jam!
So while Andy and Patrick live out her six month internship the attraction turns into more than sex, as they help each other navigate their lives. The Walsh family has so much going on with the loss of their father and their own work. I really felt for the entire family at the heartache they endured growing up and the effects of Angus’s passing. I loved how Andy was able to step in and help Patrick.
Like I said before I expected a sweet little story, and it definitely delivered, but the steam blew me away. I loved these two together, their chemistry was off the charts and you could feel their connection.
This is the second story in the Walsh family and I haven’t read the first yet, but plan to catch up soon and continue this series. I highly recommend this story about finding love, moving on and growing up.
ARC kindly provided in exchange for an honest review.
August 19, 2020
January 2015
4.5 Hmm Stars
* * * * 1/2 Spoiler Free
This author was new to me. I saw my friend Bev's review and had to read it right away. Some books are easy reading, some more complex and can be hard work... and then there are books which just sing. They raise your level of attention; they make you bring your A-Game to the table and your heart and head are happy. This book did that for me.
It was multi-layered but not confusing in any way. The characters were not easy to peg yet you are drawn to them. These two characters have so much in common. When they truly reveal who they are besides what they show the world...then you can feel the root of their connection and want it to be nourished and grow.
Please read the blurb... they are smart people devoted to the restoration of buildings and in this pursuit, I think they end up restoring and supporting each other.
This was the second of this series. I had not read the first book and I was able to be there without any issues.
Thanks to Bev, my update feed, and the author as I had the best time reading this.
Underneath It All (The Walshes, #1)
https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
The Space Between (The Walshes, #2)
https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
Necessary Restorations (The Walshes, #3)
The Cornerstone (The Walshes, #4)
Restored (The Walshes, #5)
The Spire (The Walshes, #6)
Preservation (The Walshes, #7)
Thresholds (The Walshes, #8)
Foundations (The Walshes, #9)
For more Reviews, Free E-books and Giveaways
4.5 Hmm Stars
* * * * 1/2 Spoiler Free
This author was new to me. I saw my friend Bev's review and had to read it right away. Some books are easy reading, some more complex and can be hard work... and then there are books which just sing. They raise your level of attention; they make you bring your A-Game to the table and your heart and head are happy. This book did that for me.
It was multi-layered but not confusing in any way. The characters were not easy to peg yet you are drawn to them. These two characters have so much in common. When they truly reveal who they are besides what they show the world...then you can feel the root of their connection and want it to be nourished and grow.
Please read the blurb... they are smart people devoted to the restoration of buildings and in this pursuit, I think they end up restoring and supporting each other.
This was the second of this series. I had not read the first book and I was able to be there without any issues.
Thanks to Bev, my update feed, and the author as I had the best time reading this.
Underneath It All (The Walshes, #1)https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
The Space Between (The Walshes, #2)https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
Necessary Restorations (The Walshes, #3) The Cornerstone (The Walshes, #4) Restored (The Walshes, #5) The Spire (The Walshes, #6) Preservation (The Walshes, #7) Thresholds (The Walshes, #8) Foundations (The Walshes, #9)For more Reviews, Free E-books and Giveaways
January 26, 2015
“The Space Between” is book 2 in Kate Canterbary’s series “The Walshes” and fallows the eldest of the Walsh family, Patrick.
Patrick is a very talented, successful architect who loves what he does. He’s one of the best. Patrick family’s architect firm decides to hire an intern for him. Andy is a 24 years old woman who dreams to work at Walsh Associates. Missing out this apprenticeship is not an option for her. She admires all the Walshes, but Patrick is the one who admired the most. She’s familiar with work and all she wants is to be trained, teach and shaped by the handsome architect. Patrick can tell Andy is very intelligent and she could a great addition to his firm, but he doesn’t want to work with her simply because he’s attracted with her.
“All I could think about was wrapping those legs around my neck and feeling those ridiculous heels digging into my back while she writhed against my face.
Yep. That was a normal thought for the start of an interview.”
He is fascinated by her wavy black hair, but he also is intrigued by her confidence, her competence and her maturity.
Andy knows how good looking Patrick is. She’s drawn to him. She also knows she must stay away from him since he's the boss.
“Resisting Patrick Walsh required an iron chastity belt, not a self-control initiative.”
Both Patrick and Andy try to fight their attraction at the beginning because of their work relationship. Andy doesn’t want to jeopardize her career, so she tries to stay focus and professional. They both know one single night can change everything between them, but they can’t stay away from each other.
As the story progresses, Patrick becomes more involved in their relationship that he expected. He wants more than a few nights together, he wants Andy not to be so hesitant, he wants everything from her and with her.
“Touching her, kissing her — it changed things. It changed everything. At least for me.”
They agree to hide their relationship at the office, since Andy doesn’t want to be judged by other. At least until she’s no longer an intern at Patrick’s firm. Thinks get complicated when Andy finds out Patrick wasn't honest with her.
Patrick and Andy were great together and good for each other. Their chemistry is palpable from the start and the sexual tension between them is so well done from their first encounter. Their relationship is intense and their connection powerful.
Patrick is a great, swoon-worthy hero. I loved him to pieces. You have to love a man who knows what he wants and never hides his feelings. I loved how easily he gave everything in his relationship with Andy. He is sweet and caring, supportive and attentive. He is an amazing lover and I loved his dirty talking. He’s a gentleman at the office and a domineering man in bad. He is perfect!
Andy was a great heroine. I really admired her. She knows what she wants and how good she is at her job. She is strong, determined and more than brilliant. She is supportive and caring with Patrick and a great friend to Patrick’s sister and future sister in law. While most of the time I liked her, there were a few times when she annoyed me a little. It seemed like she didn’t know exactly what she wants. I understand her point, but I wanted her to be a little more communicative with Patrick about her feelings.
One aspect that I liked about Patrick and Andy's relationship is the fact that their connection is not based only on physical attraction. They have so much in common. They are both passionate about architecture and buildings and they both are foodies. They felt right together. I loved their witty banter and their texting was so great. It was sweet and sexy and also funny at times. Both Patrick and Andy were believable and relatable characters and I liked how they were developed, especially Andy. The sex scenes are intense. Sometimes they are sweet and sometimes they are rough, but every time off the charts.
Once again the side characters were fantastic. I loved all the Walshes and their dynamic was truly entertaining. I liked all of them, but my fav remains Shannon. Can’t wait to read her story!
What it didn’t worked for me was the ending who was very rushed. I really wanted to find out how they will solve their problems. I would have liked to see Patrick and Andy after a few months or even after a few years, so I really wished for an epilogue.
With a great plot and a great dynamic between the main characters, fantastic banter and great writing “The Space Between” was a great installment.
April 15, 2015
4 Sweet Stars.
Andy is starting her internship in an architecture firm. All she wants is to do the best job she can and leave her mark in the architectural world. What she didn’t expect? Fall for her mentor.
Between work and all his family craziness, what Patrick doesn’t need is a distraction. And that’s exactly what her intern is doing: distracting him.
When things get to real and serious to ignore anymore that’s when the real problems begin. Between their own problems and the fragility of their situation they know their relationship isn’t probably a good idea. But how can you resist something that is stronger than you?
This was a sweet and sexy (oh so sexy!) love story and definitely a great addiction to this series. I can honestly say that these books are seriously underrated. They are extremely well written and the stories are interesting and engaging on their own. They don’t need over the top drama or angst to keep us on our toes, and that for me is a sign of a great writer. I liked Patrick on the first book, so it was great to finally read his story. I liked the slow-burn pace of the romance but I must confess that in the begging it was a little too slow for me. That, along with some small annoyances (What can I say? I’m picky.) were what kept of rating this book higher.
Overall, if you like steamy romantic stories without OTT angst and a realist setting, these books are definitely for you. A series to keep following, for sure.
Rating: 4 Stars.
Characters Development: Patrick was really good. Almost too perfect. He knew what he wanted (most of the time, anyway.) and he wasn’t afraid to get it. He was sweet, funny and very sexy! Andy was a nice heroine at many moments, but it came to a point where her doubts / insecurities and resulting actions were just annoying. Overall, despite some annoyances with her, I liked her. It was nice to see a lot of the Walsh gang!
Steam: HOT!
Sensible Subjects:
Love Triangle:
Cheating:
HEA:
* ARC kindly provided in exchange of honest review. *
Andy is starting her internship in an architecture firm. All she wants is to do the best job she can and leave her mark in the architectural world. What she didn’t expect? Fall for her mentor.
Between work and all his family craziness, what Patrick doesn’t need is a distraction. And that’s exactly what her intern is doing: distracting him.
When things get to real and serious to ignore anymore that’s when the real problems begin. Between their own problems and the fragility of their situation they know their relationship isn’t probably a good idea. But how can you resist something that is stronger than you?
This was a sweet and sexy (oh so sexy!) love story and definitely a great addiction to this series. I can honestly say that these books are seriously underrated. They are extremely well written and the stories are interesting and engaging on their own. They don’t need over the top drama or angst to keep us on our toes, and that for me is a sign of a great writer. I liked Patrick on the first book, so it was great to finally read his story. I liked the slow-burn pace of the romance but I must confess that in the begging it was a little too slow for me. That, along with some small annoyances (What can I say? I’m picky.) were what kept of rating this book higher.
Overall, if you like steamy romantic stories without OTT angst and a realist setting, these books are definitely for you. A series to keep following, for sure.
Rating: 4 Stars.
Characters Development: Patrick was really good. Almost too perfect. He knew what he wanted (most of the time, anyway.) and he wasn’t afraid to get it. He was sweet, funny and very sexy! Andy was a nice heroine at many moments, but it came to a point where her doubts / insecurities and resulting actions were just annoying. Overall, despite some annoyances with her, I liked her. It was nice to see a lot of the Walsh gang!
Steam: HOT!
Sensible Subjects:
Love Triangle:
Cheating:
HEA:
* ARC kindly provided in exchange of honest review. *
December 20, 2014
As I was reading this, I just kept thinking...how has this book been out for a month yet only have this many ratings? What in the world is going on, people?! Jump on it! Kate Canterbary is a new autobuy author for me, and I am ecstatic that this series has room for more books. I'm hoping against all hope that all of the Walsh siblings get their own book.
" All I could think about was wrapping those legs around my neck and feeling those ridiculous heels digging into my back while she writhed against my face.
Yep. That was a normal thought for the start of an interview."
Man in position of power, woman comes along and makes him squirm...and then he makes HER squirm. Morality is thrown to the wind, business is mixed with pleasure, (and I do mean PLEASURE!!!!) and two people that are obviously meant to be somehow find a way around the messiness that is life to be together.
Meanwhile...the mother effing sexual tension and eventually sexual encounters is off the charts hot! Patrick actually says this line here:
"Patrick...oh, Patrick. I'm so close."
"That's cute. As if I needed you to tell me."
As with the first book, it's not all hot sex and romantic angst. This author has smart and sassy wit pouring off the pages. I found myself smiling and actually lol-ing.
"The quiet, rough tone did awful things to me. If he asked me to caulk his tub with that voice, I'd eagerly do it."
(...)
"Can we talk about other things now?" Patrick asked, his voice husky and low. I would caulk the shit out of that tub."
And something else this author excels at is giving her characters such individuality...from their own special quirks alone, to the silly things that pop up over time for couples...that bring them to life.
"Shamrock tattoos. Slow sex. Socks. It came down like an avalanche..."
Those are the things that make me melt, and although that particular line probably leaves everyone else scratching their head, anyone who's read this book just heaved a deep, sappy, lovestruck sigh. I'm so glad I'm in on the secret. And I hope, I HOPE that this author doesn't get lost in the shuffle. I'd love to get a whole lot more out of her. So far, her strong female leads and her bossy (oh-so-deliciously-bossy) men have definitely captured my attention!!
" All I could think about was wrapping those legs around my neck and feeling those ridiculous heels digging into my back while she writhed against my face.
Yep. That was a normal thought for the start of an interview."
Man in position of power, woman comes along and makes him squirm...and then he makes HER squirm. Morality is thrown to the wind, business is mixed with pleasure, (and I do mean PLEASURE!!!!) and two people that are obviously meant to be somehow find a way around the messiness that is life to be together.
Meanwhile...the mother effing sexual tension and eventually sexual encounters is off the charts hot! Patrick actually says this line here:
"Patrick...oh, Patrick. I'm so close."
"That's cute. As if I needed you to tell me."
As with the first book, it's not all hot sex and romantic angst. This author has smart and sassy wit pouring off the pages. I found myself smiling and actually lol-ing.
"The quiet, rough tone did awful things to me. If he asked me to caulk his tub with that voice, I'd eagerly do it."
(...)
"Can we talk about other things now?" Patrick asked, his voice husky and low. I would caulk the shit out of that tub."
And something else this author excels at is giving her characters such individuality...from their own special quirks alone, to the silly things that pop up over time for couples...that bring them to life.
"Shamrock tattoos. Slow sex. Socks. It came down like an avalanche..."
Those are the things that make me melt, and although that particular line probably leaves everyone else scratching their head, anyone who's read this book just heaved a deep, sappy, lovestruck sigh. I'm so glad I'm in on the secret. And I hope, I HOPE that this author doesn't get lost in the shuffle. I'd love to get a whole lot more out of her. So far, her strong female leads and her bossy (oh-so-deliciously-bossy) men have definitely captured my attention!!
August 7, 2015
3.5 Stars
This had most everything I look for in a light contemporary romance but I just couldn't relate to Andy, the emotionally emotionally closed off and dare I say, rigid heroine. She definitely loosened up a little as the story progressed but at one point she was referred to as a "self centered bitch", and I have to say I agree. It took her waaaay too long to pull the stick out. The Walshes were entertaining as hell, though, so I'll be giving this author another shot.
This had most everything I look for in a light contemporary romance but I just couldn't relate to Andy, the emotionally emotionally closed off and dare I say, rigid heroine. She definitely loosened up a little as the story progressed but at one point she was referred to as a "self centered bitch", and I have to say I agree. It took her waaaay too long to pull the stick out. The Walshes were entertaining as hell, though, so I'll be giving this author another shot.
January 4, 2024
Almost three years later and Patrick still
Undoes me. Whew 😅. I love a growly, grumpy biter. This series is gold!
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Patrick Walsh is my undoing so far. I love a grumpy, growly hero, and Andi gave it back to him just as hard. Kate C can write some dirty talking, kinky alphas, let me tell you!! If you want something super steamy with an awesome storyline to match—these books are IT! I love that this one was a multicultural romance as well. Diverse romances for the win!
Onto book 3!!
Undoes me. Whew 😅. I love a growly, grumpy biter. This series is gold!
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Patrick Walsh is my undoing so far. I love a grumpy, growly hero, and Andi gave it back to him just as hard. Kate C can write some dirty talking, kinky alphas, let me tell you!! If you want something super steamy with an awesome storyline to match—these books are IT! I love that this one was a multicultural romance as well. Diverse romances for the win!
Onto book 3!!
November 26, 2024
3.25 stars
great romance but the stubbornness of the h was really annoying especially when the reasons are pretty much inexistent. eager to learn more about the other members of the Walsh family!
great romance but the stubbornness of the h was really annoying especially when the reasons are pretty much inexistent. eager to learn more about the other members of the Walsh family!
April 30, 2016
I loved this book! I really needed it after the book I finished before this one. Patrick and Andy were both wonderful characters. They were smart, funny, and loyal. There was no OW or OM drama! So delightful for an author to create drama based on realistic reasons that make sense. No cheap use of exes just to cause trouble! Their sexy times were super hot! And I loved being in Patrick's head- he was very funny! I enjoyed this one more than the first in the series. I have zero interest in Sam or Riley's stories because they are both big manwhores, but I might read Shannon and Erin's stories!
December 29, 2015
Patrick Walsh, I love you.
Is that enough for a review? Maybe not, but it sure does sum up how I felt about The Space Between, the second book in The Walshes series, and the third one I've read. So far, these books are three and oh for me, each one giving me all the good book feelings (and a few of the bad-but-good ones, too). I planned to articulate why I loved this book, but I sort-of want to just talk about Patrick and his family instead...
So, here goes. Because why not? This crazy-assed family is fucked-up, flawed, have some weird hate/love thing going on (over the course of three books I've become a little obsessed with Riley, and I get kind of mad when RISD is on the receiving end…) and bloody funny at times. Their dynamics, their nicknames, their backstory, and their futures are all tied up in why I enjoyed this book so much. Without his siblings, I'd have no doubt loved the stern, grumpy, perfectionist Patrick, but they added that something more that took this book—and this series—to another level.
But there again, lovable Patrick—and I say that with a fair amount of eye-rolling because dude needs to find his chill sometimes—could carry this book all on his own. He's smart as hell, he's got some wicked hot fantasies and mad bedroom skills, and his spiral from in-control architect to obsessed stalker-but-not-really type was a delight. He's a growly, bitey boy and that worked for me and then some. Plus, he had Andy. Andy, whom I also loved from her head to her random socks.
It's not often that I love a female character as much as a male one (I may need to consult someone about that), but with Andy—despite her mistakes—I did. She's strong, fangirl-y, occasionally obtuse, a little alpha and bitchy (I swear, in a good way) and hm, I could have read about her and her boss getting it on and getting it together for hours. (Also, Harry Potter—that's all).
I want to say that this one lacked a touch of the tension I might have expected from it, but that's not to say I didn't enjoy it, and didn't get invested in it. I did—I really, truly did. It simply didn't hit me as hard as I had prepared myself for, which honestly, is a good thing. I was able to enjoy more of Patrick and Andy’s stolen moments and more of the Walsh family’s eccentricities.
Speaking of, my little The Walshes series binge isn't quite done yet—I have Sam’s book lined up next—and for that I am glad. I'm a little torn between diving right into the next one (one I think, based on what I know about these characters, *will* hit me hard) and leaving it, savoring that I have more of these characters coming my way. Maybe for now I'll just wallow in my Patrick-love and Riley obsession. Seems like a good plan to me. ~ Beth, 4.5 stars
Is that enough for a review? Maybe not, but it sure does sum up how I felt about The Space Between, the second book in The Walshes series, and the third one I've read. So far, these books are three and oh for me, each one giving me all the good book feelings (and a few of the bad-but-good ones, too). I planned to articulate why I loved this book, but I sort-of want to just talk about Patrick and his family instead...
So, here goes. Because why not? This crazy-assed family is fucked-up, flawed, have some weird hate/love thing going on (over the course of three books I've become a little obsessed with Riley, and I get kind of mad when RISD is on the receiving end…) and bloody funny at times. Their dynamics, their nicknames, their backstory, and their futures are all tied up in why I enjoyed this book so much. Without his siblings, I'd have no doubt loved the stern, grumpy, perfectionist Patrick, but they added that something more that took this book—and this series—to another level.
But there again, lovable Patrick—and I say that with a fair amount of eye-rolling because dude needs to find his chill sometimes—could carry this book all on his own. He's smart as hell, he's got some wicked hot fantasies and mad bedroom skills, and his spiral from in-control architect to obsessed stalker-but-not-really type was a delight. He's a growly, bitey boy and that worked for me and then some. Plus, he had Andy. Andy, whom I also loved from her head to her random socks.
It's not often that I love a female character as much as a male one (I may need to consult someone about that), but with Andy—despite her mistakes—I did. She's strong, fangirl-y, occasionally obtuse, a little alpha and bitchy (I swear, in a good way) and hm, I could have read about her and her boss getting it on and getting it together for hours. (Also, Harry Potter—that's all).
I want to say that this one lacked a touch of the tension I might have expected from it, but that's not to say I didn't enjoy it, and didn't get invested in it. I did—I really, truly did. It simply didn't hit me as hard as I had prepared myself for, which honestly, is a good thing. I was able to enjoy more of Patrick and Andy’s stolen moments and more of the Walsh family’s eccentricities.
Speaking of, my little The Walshes series binge isn't quite done yet—I have Sam’s book lined up next—and for that I am glad. I'm a little torn between diving right into the next one (one I think, based on what I know about these characters, *will* hit me hard) and leaving it, savoring that I have more of these characters coming my way. Maybe for now I'll just wallow in my Patrick-love and Riley obsession. Seems like a good plan to me. ~ Beth, 4.5 stars
June 21, 2015
Andy Asani, architecture student applying for an internship, meets Patrick Walsh, managing partner of Walsh Associates, an architectural firm specializing in preservation and “green” architecture. Andy and Patrick should NOT get together because of the whole “you’re my boss, no you’re my intern” bit. But of course, romance happens.
- Well developed little ‘verse : I can see myself spending some time getting to know the Walshes. The time and care spent in building this universe, developing the business while building these individuals and their relationships brought me right into their world in a way that felt completely authentic. A couple of awkward turns of phrase aside, the story is well written, with good pacing and a great balance between their work and romance.
- Second book, but easy enough to follow : While there is an earlier book, not having read it didn’t detract from my enjoyment of this tale. It might have made certain relationships clearer at the onset, but I caught up quickly with minimal fuss.
- Excellent chemistry : The writing was fantastic and it really shone with the lead-up to their inevitable first time. The firsts in general were very well done, and Ms. Canterbary really set the scenes for each in a way that drew me in and made me lose myself in those moments, enjoying their truly excellent heat. The story is told in the first person, dual POV between Andy and Patrick. Usually that means that one voice is still stronger than the other, but in this case it simply highlighted how these two characters really clicked.
- Andy and Patrick, perfect for each other : There is an art to drawing well rounded characters and Ms. Canterbary has done it with Andy and Patrick. Finding a balance between saints and sinners is harder than it looks and many times, in the quest to keep the leads likeable, they lose a bit of spark. Here, Andy and Patrick can be difficult and they each take turns being, for lack of a better term, a-holes, and I liked it. Yes, they’re snobby, kinda yuppy, perfectionists, but they’re also smart, witty, funny and damaged by the pain they’ve carried around from their pasts. They fit each other really well and I really liked them, even when they screw up. And they’re fictional characters - they have to screw up or there is no story. So, having said that...
- The final obstacle was a bit overwrought : When Andy and Patrick inevitably get to the final big obstacle before the end, I thought Patrick’s screw-up wasn’t as well done as Andy’s. I understood her actions and it was perfectly in keeping with her character and the story as it had been told. Patrick’s faux pas was dependent on a curve thrown from left field. I would have also liked a little more at the end, even an epilogue. But that’s probably just me being greedy.
I really enjoyed this. Good contemporary romance with well rounded characters and an excellent amount of heat. I recommend it and I’m looking forward to reading more in this series.
**ARC provided by publisher via netgalley in exchange for an honest review**
- Well developed little ‘verse : I can see myself spending some time getting to know the Walshes. The time and care spent in building this universe, developing the business while building these individuals and their relationships brought me right into their world in a way that felt completely authentic. A couple of awkward turns of phrase aside, the story is well written, with good pacing and a great balance between their work and romance.
- Second book, but easy enough to follow : While there is an earlier book, not having read it didn’t detract from my enjoyment of this tale. It might have made certain relationships clearer at the onset, but I caught up quickly with minimal fuss.
- Excellent chemistry : The writing was fantastic and it really shone with the lead-up to their inevitable first time. The firsts in general were very well done, and Ms. Canterbary really set the scenes for each in a way that drew me in and made me lose myself in those moments, enjoying their truly excellent heat. The story is told in the first person, dual POV between Andy and Patrick. Usually that means that one voice is still stronger than the other, but in this case it simply highlighted how these two characters really clicked.
- Andy and Patrick, perfect for each other : There is an art to drawing well rounded characters and Ms. Canterbary has done it with Andy and Patrick. Finding a balance between saints and sinners is harder than it looks and many times, in the quest to keep the leads likeable, they lose a bit of spark. Here, Andy and Patrick can be difficult and they each take turns being, for lack of a better term, a-holes, and I liked it. Yes, they’re snobby, kinda yuppy, perfectionists, but they’re also smart, witty, funny and damaged by the pain they’ve carried around from their pasts. They fit each other really well and I really liked them, even when they screw up. And they’re fictional characters - they have to screw up or there is no story. So, having said that...
- The final obstacle was a bit overwrought : When Andy and Patrick inevitably get to the final big obstacle before the end, I thought Patrick’s screw-up wasn’t as well done as Andy’s. I understood her actions and it was perfectly in keeping with her character and the story as it had been told. Patrick’s faux pas was dependent on a curve thrown from left field. I would have also liked a little more at the end, even an epilogue. But that’s probably just me being greedy.
I really enjoyed this. Good contemporary romance with well rounded characters and an excellent amount of heat. I recommend it and I’m looking forward to reading more in this series.
**ARC provided by publisher via netgalley in exchange for an honest review**
November 6, 2019
I did not like Andy at all. Her meltdown about the partnership was way overblown and Patrick was weak, not consistent with his personality. I’m not feeling the heroines so far in this series. Shannon and Erin, I have high hopes for you.
2.75 stars. I did a lot of skimming.
2.75 stars. I did a lot of skimming.
June 9, 2017
The second book in The Walshes series gives us the story of Patrick - eldest of the Walsh siblings. He is the serious one, the moody one, and the one that is unofficially in charge of the architectural firm where they all work together. The success of their company means that they need to hire additional help, and when Andy Assani shows up to interview as Patrick’s intern, he has no idea that his entire life is about to be turned upside down.
Andy is smart, confident and incredibly driven. She is passionate about architecture, and has admired Patrick professionally all throughout her college years. In fact, she is pretty much “boy-band obsessed” with him, and she wants nothing more than the opportunity to work with him and have him teach and mentor her.
And from the moment they meet they both have a RAGING case of insta-lust. To the point where it’s actually quite funny reading their thoughts about each other as they struggle to control their raging hormones.
In the first book, Patrick is all seriousness, and actually seems kinda dull, but getting to know him, particularly getting the opportunity to get inside his head, we see a completely different side of him, and I loved it! At first, Patrick is hesitant about hiring Andy. How can he possibly work alongside the woman when all he can think about is getting her naked? But she is ideal for the job and as they start to work together and he gets to know her, he realises there is more to her than her looks, and his mad lust for her only increases.
For her part, Andy feels exactly the same, but she is career driven, and determined not to let anything get in the way of her dreams – especially sleeping with the boss.
The UST builds to epic proportions as these two dance around each other, and try to ignore what is brewing between them. But eventually it all becomes too much for them, and it all explodes into a passionate affair.
Neither of them can get enough of the other, but neither of them feel ready for a relationship so they decide to keep it just sex, and for the sake of Andy’s professional career, they agree to keep it a secret from their colleagues (Patrick’s family). But in all honesty, all that does it just adds a whole heap of excitement to it all.
I love Patrick and Andy together! Their chemistry is fantastic, and they are so, so hot together! And I love the way they continuously challenge each other – in and out of the bedroom. They are both committed to their careers, but they give each other a balance in their lives that neither of them realised that they needed, and I loved watching the progression of their relationship.
The storyline featuring the Walsh siblings carries over from the previous book, with more progression for Matt and Lauren , and the continuation of the family dramas that were established in the last book (Underneath It All - I would definitely recommend reading it first). OMG, I love this group together! Each of the siblings are incredibly different, and when they come together, it’s gold! They clash frequently, but their love and concern for each other is always evident in their teasing and banter, and the dynamics between them are sensational. I adore the scenes with all of them together.
There is some conflict thrown in towards the end of the book which seemed a bit OTT, and I must confess I got annoyed at some of the behaviour . And then the ending was a bit abrupt, so that spoiled what was, up until that point, a fantastic read. But it does end well, and I’m very happy with how things ended up.
This is a series I am quickly becoming addicted to. The writing is intelligent, romantic and sexy with lots of laughs and a nice amount of emotion. The story is fast paced, yet contains lots of detail and all of those little moments that romance readers like me love to read about. I’m not ready to let go just yet so I’m going straight on to the next book featuring enigmatic brother, Sam.
I loved it - 4 stars.
Andy is smart, confident and incredibly driven. She is passionate about architecture, and has admired Patrick professionally all throughout her college years. In fact, she is pretty much “boy-band obsessed” with him, and she wants nothing more than the opportunity to work with him and have him teach and mentor her.
And from the moment they meet they both have a RAGING case of insta-lust. To the point where it’s actually quite funny reading their thoughts about each other as they struggle to control their raging hormones.
I noticed the boots. I noticed them and the long legs encased in them about four seconds after I ripped my eyes away from her hair. They went all the way up to her knees. All I could think about was wrapping those legs around my neck and feeling those ridiculous heels digging into my back while she writhed against my face.
Yep. That was a normal thought for the start of an interview.
In the first book, Patrick is all seriousness, and actually seems kinda dull, but getting to know him, particularly getting the opportunity to get inside his head, we see a completely different side of him, and I loved it! At first, Patrick is hesitant about hiring Andy. How can he possibly work alongside the woman when all he can think about is getting her naked? But she is ideal for the job and as they start to work together and he gets to know her, he realises there is more to her than her looks, and his mad lust for her only increases.
Inside five days, she became my left hand, and she loved it. It was a good thing she had no idea what I was doing with my left hand when she wasn’t around.
… Her brain was her sexiest feature, and working with her felt like the most bizarre, wonderful form of foreplay ever invented.
For her part, Andy feels exactly the same, but she is career driven, and determined not to let anything get in the way of her dreams – especially sleeping with the boss.
He turned my body into a needy, achy ball of want, and with each passing hour, I wanted him twice as much as I did the previous. And he was my boss – the man I idolized from afar for years, the man in control of my future as an architect.
The UST builds to epic proportions as these two dance around each other, and try to ignore what is brewing between them. But eventually it all becomes too much for them, and it all explodes into a passionate affair.
Neither of them can get enough of the other, but neither of them feel ready for a relationship so they decide to keep it just sex, and for the sake of Andy’s professional career, they agree to keep it a secret from their colleagues (Patrick’s family). But in all honesty, all that does it just adds a whole heap of excitement to it all.
“Patrick,” she sighed, her fingers scraping over my scalp.
“I want you making that sound while I’m fucking you. When you’re coming for me. When you’re begging for more, for me.”
I love Patrick and Andy together! Their chemistry is fantastic, and they are so, so hot together! And I love the way they continuously challenge each other – in and out of the bedroom. They are both committed to their careers, but they give each other a balance in their lives that neither of them realised that they needed, and I loved watching the progression of their relationship.
“I want…I want to stop pretending this is ‘just sex’. This isn’t ‘just sex’ for me, Andy, and I don’t think it is for you either.”
The storyline featuring the Walsh siblings carries over from the previous book, with more progression for Matt and Lauren , and the continuation of the family dramas that were established in the last book (Underneath It All - I would definitely recommend reading it first). OMG, I love this group together! Each of the siblings are incredibly different, and when they come together, it’s gold! They clash frequently, but their love and concern for each other is always evident in their teasing and banter, and the dynamics between them are sensational. I adore the scenes with all of them together.
There is some conflict thrown in towards the end of the book which seemed a bit OTT, and I must confess I got annoyed at some of the behaviour . And then the ending was a bit abrupt, so that spoiled what was, up until that point, a fantastic read. But it does end well, and I’m very happy with how things ended up.
This is a series I am quickly becoming addicted to. The writing is intelligent, romantic and sexy with lots of laughs and a nice amount of emotion. The story is fast paced, yet contains lots of detail and all of those little moments that romance readers like me love to read about. I’m not ready to let go just yet so I’m going straight on to the next book featuring enigmatic brother, Sam.
I loved it - 4 stars.
August 21, 2015
Wow!!!
I loved Matt, but just as a friend. Patrick...I want to climb him like a tree.
Book 2 in this series is the boss brother surly Patrick's story.
He's gruff and bad tempered and intense and passionate and just so very capable. I was wondering who could possibly make the perfect match for him and Andie was truly perfect. Not the usual cookie cutter gal who falls for her boss, Andie is a unique female character. She's quirky, super intelligent, pretty and passionate about architecture and restoration. I had a major girl crush on her.
What really made this one work for me though was the chemistry. Patrick hires Andie as his intern and the sparks are flying over the blueprints from day one. We're teased and forced to wait for it and omfg it is so worth that anticipation, that delicious tension. I was riveted to their story, to the feels, the humour, the wit, the poignant moments and the smut.
This is a complete story and can be read as a standalone but I'd read book one first because the vivid cast of characters in this is one of the most successful things about this book and it's currently my happy place. I totally want to work at Walsh Associates.
Recommended.
I loved Matt, but just as a friend. Patrick...I want to climb him like a tree.
Book 2 in this series is the boss brother surly Patrick's story.
He's gruff and bad tempered and intense and passionate and just so very capable. I was wondering who could possibly make the perfect match for him and Andie was truly perfect. Not the usual cookie cutter gal who falls for her boss, Andie is a unique female character. She's quirky, super intelligent, pretty and passionate about architecture and restoration. I had a major girl crush on her.
What really made this one work for me though was the chemistry. Patrick hires Andie as his intern and the sparks are flying over the blueprints from day one. We're teased and forced to wait for it and omfg it is so worth that anticipation, that delicious tension. I was riveted to their story, to the feels, the humour, the wit, the poignant moments and the smut.
This is a complete story and can be read as a standalone but I'd read book one first because the vivid cast of characters in this is one of the most successful things about this book and it's currently my happy place. I totally want to work at Walsh Associates.
Recommended.
December 14, 2019
Andy Asani, fresca fresca di laurea, vuole a tutti i costi ottenere l’apprendistato presso la Walsh Associates per poter fare suoi finalmente tutti i trucchi del mestiere di Patrick Walsh che lei ammira profondamente perché è stato proprio grazie a lui ed ai suoi studi che si è appassionata all’architettura, ma il nostro geniale urbanista sembra voglia fare di tutto per affossare la candidatura di Andy e per non averla attorno a se più del tempo dovuto.....
“Il suo cervello era la sua caratteristica più sexy, e lavorare con lei sembrava la più curiosa e meravigliosa forma di preliminare mai inventata.”
Una fortissima attrazione da prima mentale, psicologica, che sfocia poi in brama fisica e milioni di vorrei ma non posso, di concessioni e di ripensamenti mi hanno fatto desistere dall’adorare la scrittura della Canterbary tanto quanto mi era successo nel primo volume. Una storia carina sotto più punti di vista, ma i davvero troppi tentennamenti dei protagonisti non mi fanno spingere oltre le tre stelle.
“Il suo cervello era la sua caratteristica più sexy, e lavorare con lei sembrava la più curiosa e meravigliosa forma di preliminare mai inventata.”
Una fortissima attrazione da prima mentale, psicologica, che sfocia poi in brama fisica e milioni di vorrei ma non posso, di concessioni e di ripensamenti mi hanno fatto desistere dall’adorare la scrittura della Canterbary tanto quanto mi era successo nel primo volume. Una storia carina sotto più punti di vista, ma i davvero troppi tentennamenti dei protagonisti non mi fanno spingere oltre le tre stelle.
January 28, 2022
Nothing Made Sense
1.5/5
0.5 for the Persian representation.
This book was terrible. Especially the first 10-60%, nothing made sense. Why is Andy so aloof? Who even is Patrick besides being a good lay?
And why does this book feel like someone wrote it while high?
I expected better. At least the other book had an excellent MMC. Patrick was just weird.
1.5/5
0.5 for the Persian representation.
This book was terrible. Especially the first 10-60%, nothing made sense. Why is Andy so aloof? Who even is Patrick besides being a good lay?
And why does this book feel like someone wrote it while high?
I expected better. At least the other book had an excellent MMC. Patrick was just weird.
January 19, 2021
4 Kitten Stars!
I love The Walshes!!! These are sexy interesting stories. I’m not going to say they are out of the ordinary when it comes to storyline it must be the writing or something that makes them interesting from start to finish.
I love The Walshes!!! These are sexy interesting stories. I’m not going to say they are out of the ordinary when it comes to storyline it must be the writing or something that makes them interesting from start to finish.
May 9, 2016
3.5/4 Stars
Patrick Walsh runs a preservation architecture firm with his siblings. Andi Asani is their new apprentice working a six month internship. She’s admired Patrick’s work all through college and working for their company has been her number one goal.
Told via Andi and Patrick’s first person point of view, as the story unfolds Patrick turns out to be quite a keeper.
“‘The only reason I’ll ever kick you out of bed is to fuck you on the floor.’”
Though on the surface Patrick can be grumpy and he certainly has his share of frustrations, under it all he is a dedicated, hard working, guy, loyal to his family and the woman in his life.
Andi, on the other hand, initially came off confident, intelligent, and strong, but she also tended to run a bit cold, keeping people at a distance. In the beginning she acts like a tease to Patrick, and then later her behavior turns immature and entitled. The scenes with her whining about making partner left a sour taste in my mouth. While her character was primed to learn a lesson that doing what you love while surrounded by the people who matter most to you is more rewarding that a prestigious job title on paper, I never felt that truly happened. In the end, I wasn’t sure Andi deserved Patrick. That was disappointing because the premise of this story—two adults with similar backgrounds, interests, and careers developing a romantic relationship while working alongside each other—held potential.
Had the story stayed focused on Andi and Patrick making their relationship work alongside the back story of the old Walsh family home it might have avoided the angsty climax that drug on. For all the sibling discussions about the house, the will, and the father, (which honestly I suspect you need to read book one to follow when it’s first introduced in this story,) that sub plot is never used to its full potential. None the less, I did enjoy the little bit of intrigue it provided.
All in all, what the story has going for it is no cheating, no OW/OM drama, a non-manwhore hero, and plenty of sexy times.
“…I spend most of the day wondering whether you’ll let me fuck you in the printer room…”
But the story execution could be tighter and the heroine’s character growth is minimal. A bit more communication between educated adults would have gone a long way in making their relationship something to really root for. None the less, it's a sexy, safe story worth checking out.
Patrick Walsh runs a preservation architecture firm with his siblings. Andi Asani is their new apprentice working a six month internship. She’s admired Patrick’s work all through college and working for their company has been her number one goal.
Told via Andi and Patrick’s first person point of view, as the story unfolds Patrick turns out to be quite a keeper.
“‘The only reason I’ll ever kick you out of bed is to fuck you on the floor.’”
Though on the surface Patrick can be grumpy and he certainly has his share of frustrations, under it all he is a dedicated, hard working, guy, loyal to his family and the woman in his life.
Andi, on the other hand, initially came off confident, intelligent, and strong, but she also tended to run a bit cold, keeping people at a distance. In the beginning she acts like a tease to Patrick, and then later her behavior turns immature and entitled. The scenes with her whining about making partner left a sour taste in my mouth. While her character was primed to learn a lesson that doing what you love while surrounded by the people who matter most to you is more rewarding that a prestigious job title on paper, I never felt that truly happened. In the end, I wasn’t sure Andi deserved Patrick. That was disappointing because the premise of this story—two adults with similar backgrounds, interests, and careers developing a romantic relationship while working alongside each other—held potential.
Had the story stayed focused on Andi and Patrick making their relationship work alongside the back story of the old Walsh family home it might have avoided the angsty climax that drug on. For all the sibling discussions about the house, the will, and the father, (which honestly I suspect you need to read book one to follow when it’s first introduced in this story,) that sub plot is never used to its full potential. None the less, I did enjoy the little bit of intrigue it provided.
All in all, what the story has going for it is no cheating, no OW/OM drama, a non-manwhore hero, and plenty of sexy times.
“…I spend most of the day wondering whether you’ll let me fuck you in the printer room…”
But the story execution could be tighter and the heroine’s character growth is minimal. A bit more communication between educated adults would have gone a long way in making their relationship something to really root for. None the less, it's a sexy, safe story worth checking out.
March 2, 2015
Overall rating: 4 "Kitten" stars!
Triggers:
Cheating:
Love triangle:
Sex with om/ow:
HEA:
My review:
This was a super sweet, cute and light read that had barely any angst or drama - which is always nice!
Andy is the new intern at The Walsh's design firm. She has secretly idolized Patrick Walsh for as long as she could remember, so meeting him during the interview and seeing how damn attractive he was, made the cake all that much sweeter.
Patrick Walsh didn't want to be bothered with an intern at all and when he meets the sexy and super smart Andy, he knows having her on the team is going to be trouble with a capital T. Once she is hired on, he simply cannot stay away from her.
Inside five days, she became my left hand, and she loved it. It was a good thing she had no idea what I was doing with my left hand when she wasn't around.
I liked this read because Patrick knew what he wanted and went straight after it. He didn't care about any of the variables, he just wanted Andy in his life. I liked the fact that even though he did mention once how his past sex life was not a factor in this story. I mean, you know he has had sex in the past and hasn't had any serious relationships in a long time, but you never hear about it again. That leads me to believe that he was not a man whore in any way, shape or form and I just loved that!!! Andy did annoy me a TAD bit, but when she came around, I really started to enjoy it more.
With that being said, I am extremely nervous about the next books in this series because Sam and Riley are portrayed to be man whores, even though you never actually see them with any women in these books. So who knows? I will just have to wait for London to take one for the team hahahah!
Triggers:
Cheating:
Love triangle:
Sex with om/ow:
HEA:
My review:
This was a super sweet, cute and light read that had barely any angst or drama - which is always nice!
Andy is the new intern at The Walsh's design firm. She has secretly idolized Patrick Walsh for as long as she could remember, so meeting him during the interview and seeing how damn attractive he was, made the cake all that much sweeter.
Patrick Walsh didn't want to be bothered with an intern at all and when he meets the sexy and super smart Andy, he knows having her on the team is going to be trouble with a capital T. Once she is hired on, he simply cannot stay away from her.
Inside five days, she became my left hand, and she loved it. It was a good thing she had no idea what I was doing with my left hand when she wasn't around.
I liked this read because Patrick knew what he wanted and went straight after it. He didn't care about any of the variables, he just wanted Andy in his life. I liked the fact that even though he did mention once how his past sex life was not a factor in this story. I mean, you know he has had sex in the past and hasn't had any serious relationships in a long time, but you never hear about it again. That leads me to believe that he was not a man whore in any way, shape or form and I just loved that!!! Andy did annoy me a TAD bit, but when she came around, I really started to enjoy it more.
With that being said, I am extremely nervous about the next books in this series because Sam and Riley are portrayed to be man whores, even though you never actually see them with any women in these books. So who knows? I will just have to wait for London to take one for the team hahahah!
July 18, 2017
This one was a bit less exciting than the first, but similar to the first, what kept me reading were the two main characters.
I'm pretty sure this author can write a crappy book and I will still really like the characters in it.
This wasn't a crappy book but, just like the first one, it could have been better. But also just like the first one in this series, I absolutely loved the main characters. There's something about the way this author writes main characters that you can't help but relate to or at least at how easy you come to like them and their antics.
I like that her heroines are very independent and make choices that make sense to me.
I'll totally be reading the next book in this series!
I'm pretty sure this author can write a crappy book and I will still really like the characters in it.
This wasn't a crappy book but, just like the first one, it could have been better. But also just like the first one in this series, I absolutely loved the main characters. There's something about the way this author writes main characters that you can't help but relate to or at least at how easy you come to like them and their antics.
I like that her heroines are very independent and make choices that make sense to me.
I'll totally be reading the next book in this series!
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January 2, 2016
01/01/2016 -- 4 Stars
I'm really liking this author and series. Patrick isn't probably my favorite brother and Andy had quirks that didn't make total sense to me, but I liked them. I liked them together and I liked them alone. We didn't get as much of the siblings in this one, which was a bit of a shame. Saying all this, a very enjoyable read.
Happy Reading!
I'm really liking this author and series. Patrick isn't probably my favorite brother and Andy had quirks that didn't make total sense to me, but I liked them. I liked them together and I liked them alone. We didn't get as much of the siblings in this one, which was a bit of a shame. Saying all this, a very enjoyable read.
Happy Reading!
December 29, 2019
Finding your place
The second book in The Walsh series had me engaged from the start. Patrick the oldest of the siblings more than passed the test of a fabulous hero. His history, particularly that insight into him mother’s death was tragic. But for a young boy it would have been devastating.
He’s the one that kept the family together, protected from their father’s wrath. He’s more of the keep your emotions closed off. But that is gone the second Andy the new apprentice joins the Walsh family’s firm. He’ll try to fight this attraction but it’ll be pointless. The heat these two radiate is blisteringly hot.
Andy’s goal has been to work for the Walsh family, especially under the guidance of Patrick. She was half in love with him before she even met him but now working under him she’s trying to fight the urge to climb him like a tree.
The story, the slow build yo the steam and the flirtation works for these two. They appear to have it all until secrets and lies nearly tear them apart.
Can’t rate enough. Smart, sexy and sting characters. Informative and obviously researched the story is a page turner.
The second book in The Walsh series had me engaged from the start. Patrick the oldest of the siblings more than passed the test of a fabulous hero. His history, particularly that insight into him mother’s death was tragic. But for a young boy it would have been devastating.
He’s the one that kept the family together, protected from their father’s wrath. He’s more of the keep your emotions closed off. But that is gone the second Andy the new apprentice joins the Walsh family’s firm. He’ll try to fight this attraction but it’ll be pointless. The heat these two radiate is blisteringly hot.
Andy’s goal has been to work for the Walsh family, especially under the guidance of Patrick. She was half in love with him before she even met him but now working under him she’s trying to fight the urge to climb him like a tree.
The story, the slow build yo the steam and the flirtation works for these two. They appear to have it all until secrets and lies nearly tear them apart.
Can’t rate enough. Smart, sexy and sting characters. Informative and obviously researched the story is a page turner.
December 14, 2021
3.5 stars
Grumpy star architect Patrick Walsh begrudgingly falls for his talented assistant architect, Andy Asani.
They cautiously navigate the complications of being in a secret boss/employee sexy times relationship. After a covert few months, Patrick is ready to shout their love from a sustainable roof top garden, but he’s a straight white man glorified as some type of architecture god, so what the fuck does he know? As a female architect in training, Andy knows regardless of how great she is at her job, there’s always way more for her to lose. Yes, girlfriend totally knows how the REAL world works.
Anyway. Because I’m reading this series back to back, I’m noticing some common themes with the Walsh siblings thus far:
1. They like making numbered lists.
2. They like growling at and biting their mates.
3. They drink a LOT to cope with stress, work, childhood angst, broken hearts etc.
4. They have a lot of drunken sex.
Personally I think it’s hard to deny/ignore that people get horny when drunk. It happens, that’s how most hookups work. But if you’re sensitive about shaky consent while under the influence, then be forewarned, because there are scenes like that in this book, and the previous one too.
There’s a lot more chemistry between these two than the previous book with Matt and Lauren IMO, which is great. I enjoyed this story but it didn’t knock my socks off. I’m still hoping the next few books will!
Grumpy star architect Patrick Walsh begrudgingly falls for his talented assistant architect, Andy Asani.
They cautiously navigate the complications of being in a secret boss/employee sexy times relationship. After a covert few months, Patrick is ready to shout their love from a sustainable roof top garden, but he’s a straight white man glorified as some type of architecture god, so what the fuck does he know? As a female architect in training, Andy knows regardless of how great she is at her job, there’s always way more for her to lose. Yes, girlfriend totally knows how the REAL world works.
Anyway. Because I’m reading this series back to back, I’m noticing some common themes with the Walsh siblings thus far:
1. They like making numbered lists.
2. They like growling at and biting their mates.
3. They drink a LOT to cope with stress, work, childhood angst, broken hearts etc.
4. They have a lot of drunken sex.
Personally I think it’s hard to deny/ignore that people get horny when drunk. It happens, that’s how most hookups work. But if you’re sensitive about shaky consent while under the influence, then be forewarned, because there are scenes like that in this book, and the previous one too.
There’s a lot more chemistry between these two than the previous book with Matt and Lauren IMO, which is great. I enjoyed this story but it didn’t knock my socks off. I’m still hoping the next few books will!
April 11, 2019
Reread this bad boy and upped it from 4 stars to 5. Love this couple
Title: The Space Between (The Walshes #2)
Author: Kate Canterbary
Rating: 5 stars
POV: Dual
HEA:
Heat/Steam 4/5
Cliffhanger: . No.
Intolerable Heroine .No.
Über Douchebagery .No.
Taboo Subject Matter .No.
Cheating:
Love Triangle
Oh em gee! The heroine is Persian! It's like this author is purposely trying to ruin me for all other authors.
Heroes like Patrick and Matthew are my fucking romance kryptonite! I just want to rub up on them like a cat in heat and purr like a naughty little ...wait what? Phew.Sorry.
I feel like I've been waiting forever for heroes like Patrick and Matthew to be written. I'm a woman I already know what's going on in our heads; and I just don't have the patience to read books where the heroine is constantly thinking "Omg does he like me?" "Does he love me?" "What does he see in me?" "What does does he mean by that?"
But a hero doing all of those things? Oh gawd I love it. My favorite thing about the series it that these Walsh men are so damn adorable with how much they can't stop obsessing over their lady loves. Patrick and his frustration over Andi's "hm" had me laughing so hard because it was so what I would imagine a Persian ice princess to respond to things. It's just so refreshing to be able to read books where the heroine is the one that doesn't give anything away emotionally. We always read about this quiet brooding type heroes who you can never read and FINALLY we get some bad ass strong heroines. Best role reversal!
Title: The Space Between (The Walshes #2)
Author: Kate Canterbary
Rating: 5 stars
POV: Dual
HEA:
Heat/Steam 4/5
Cliffhanger: . No.
Intolerable Heroine .No.
Über Douchebagery .No.
Taboo Subject Matter .No.
Cheating:
Love Triangle
Oh em gee! The heroine is Persian! It's like this author is purposely trying to ruin me for all other authors.
Heroes like Patrick and Matthew are my fucking romance kryptonite! I just want to rub up on them like a cat in heat and purr like a naughty little ...wait what? Phew.Sorry.
I feel like I've been waiting forever for heroes like Patrick and Matthew to be written. I'm a woman I already know what's going on in our heads; and I just don't have the patience to read books where the heroine is constantly thinking "Omg does he like me?" "Does he love me?" "What does he see in me?" "What does does he mean by that?"
But a hero doing all of those things? Oh gawd I love it. My favorite thing about the series it that these Walsh men are so damn adorable with how much they can't stop obsessing over their lady loves. Patrick and his frustration over Andi's "hm" had me laughing so hard because it was so what I would imagine a Persian ice princess to respond to things. It's just so refreshing to be able to read books where the heroine is the one that doesn't give anything away emotionally. We always read about this quiet brooding type heroes who you can never read and FINALLY we get some bad ass strong heroines. Best role reversal!
November 24, 2014
Whelp. First off I didn’t know this was a series and just to be clear IMO you don’t have to have read book one to enjoy this. Secondly, this is a new author to me, so I am going in blind to her writing style.
My thoughts you ask? Pretty good :) I LOVE the dynamic of the Walsh siblings all working together and the slow reveal of their past/childhood. It made for heartfelt moments and made me feel a stronger connection with this family.
When Patrick and Andi finally get together especially in the later 50% of the book it’s a sweet, hot, and a perfect match. Honestly though, in the first 50% I found myself annoyed and didn’t like Andi very much. She came off as pretentious, self absorbed, and somewhat condescending. Patrick, however, stays a growling beast that I think many will fall in love with.
All in all, The Space Between is a good read. Will I be sticking with the series? Yes, I think so. It’s been 24 hours since I finished reading, and for whatever reason I just can’t get these Walsh siblings out of my mind. I think I will be going back to grab book one and earmark further books to come!
4 Stars
T~
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My thoughts you ask? Pretty good :) I LOVE the dynamic of the Walsh siblings all working together and the slow reveal of their past/childhood. It made for heartfelt moments and made me feel a stronger connection with this family.
When Patrick and Andi finally get together especially in the later 50% of the book it’s a sweet, hot, and a perfect match. Honestly though, in the first 50% I found myself annoyed and didn’t like Andi very much. She came off as pretentious, self absorbed, and somewhat condescending. Patrick, however, stays a growling beast that I think many will fall in love with.
All in all, The Space Between is a good read. Will I be sticking with the series? Yes, I think so. It’s been 24 hours since I finished reading, and for whatever reason I just can’t get these Walsh siblings out of my mind. I think I will be going back to grab book one and earmark further books to come!
4 Stars
T~
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August 27, 2016
It was a bit of a repeat of the first book in the series. Still not much to hold my attention. Still an okay-but-not-noteworthy hero. Still an annoying, not-really-likable heroine.
There's no sense reading any more in the series. I welcomed distractions and bit no one's head off when they interrupted. That certainly is the making of a book that can be described as "meh."
There's no sense reading any more in the series. I welcomed distractions and bit no one's head off when they interrupted. That certainly is the making of a book that can be described as "meh."
February 9, 2020
If only I could have given it no stars...
This isn't "guilty pleasure" trash, it's straight up trash. Dr. Batista was thrown in for no apparent reason. A 24 year old sleeping with her boss who gets pissed off because she's not going to be made partner in the near future? Go sit down. The whole book is shallow and seems unfinished.
This isn't "guilty pleasure" trash, it's straight up trash. Dr. Batista was thrown in for no apparent reason. A 24 year old sleeping with her boss who gets pissed off because she's not going to be made partner in the near future? Go sit down. The whole book is shallow and seems unfinished.
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