Nice, short, steamy little read. I just happened onto C.C. Wood and her novellas, and boy am I happy I did!
Summary:
Natalie has given up on men after her previous boyfriend made a move on her best friend. Now three weeks later she's wondering if it is her, and that's why she keeps dating the duds. After a not so fun encounter with her ex begging her to take him back, Nat meets her next door neighbor, Aidan, who came to her rescue. Aidan is seriously hot, and just so happens to want a casual relationship with Nat. Natalie, has always been one to get attached and be in for the long haul, but judging by the sizzling chemistry a mere kiss can cause between them, she decides she should give Aidan's proposal a shot. Almost immediately into their relationship, Aidan spends a lot of time with Nat, in and out of the bedroom. Never having done this before, Nat isn't sure this is the norm, but liking his company, goes with it. After an unplanned and terrifying encounter with her ex, Nat must face the feelings she has grown to feel for Aidan in a short period of time, and Aidan decides maybe he wants more than a f**k buddy, after all.
Despite the story being so short, I really learned a lot about the key players, and quickly became ensconced in their unfolding romance. It wasn't rushed or choppy in the least. Ms. Wood seems very adept at writing concisely, yet thoroughly. I loved it. Natalie was sweet, spunky, and smart, and Aidan was intelligent, thoughtful, and sexy as hell. So glad i stumbled onto this novella and the others she's written. I will be reading them all!! <3