2.5 Stars
This story started off so well, and with so much promise, I was really looking forward to reading this. I love Christmas, and I'm absolutely crazy about Christmas-themed books. Liam is sweet and sexy and such a gentlemen. Layla has insecurities, but she's talented and beautiful and sweet, as well. But even though I adored Layla and Liam, their story fizzled out for me after the murder takes place. The dialogue becomes a little awkward and uncomfortable. Some things just become too repetitive. Liam then takes it upon himself to play "detective." For former military, his tactlessness in trying to acquire info or details about the murder, was a little weird, and not to mention dangerous. The actual murder mystery wasn't as suspenseful or intriguing as I'd hope. I like Scarlett Grove books, but so far, this one is my least favorite.