As a fan of MC-themed romances I've enjoyed the handful of books that I've read that comprise this series. As a whole they're quick reads with straightforward storylines, steamy interactions between the main couple, and exhilarating action in and out of the bedroom. This latest installment is more of the same as lawyer Faith Robbins finds her life and heart in danger, while sexy biker Ethan "Legend" Packwood tries to claim her heart and mind at the same time he's trying to keep her safe from those seeking revenge. In a story teeming with sexual tension, readers will be on the edge of their seats while waiting for everything to come to a head.
Faith Robbins grew up in the foster care system which taught her to guard her heart closely. She grew up counting only on herself, never trusting that anyone is more than temporary, and never willing to believe that she's worthy of love. These beliefs fuel the unending back and forth, hot and cold, connection between these two apparent opposites which left me often frustrated by Faith. Legend constantly tried to show her how committed he was to her but she repeatedly pushed him away, though that didn't stop her from enjoying the decadent delights he offered her. At the same time she repeatedly put herself in danger, despite Legend and his Club offering her their protection. It made for a heroine full of internal conflicts, a heroine who wasn't my favorite but who brought out the best in the hero. Legend has always been a player, flitting from one woman to another, except when it comes to Faith. He's always been attracted to her, always wanted more than one night, but she's always pushed him away. Giving her some space, some time to think, doesn't help things either as her feelings are hurt and her doubts are further exacerbated. It all leads to a relationship full of miscommunication, a connection full of second guesses, as well as banter that sizzles. There's a lot of unnecessary melodrama surrounding these two, a lot of issues (particularly coming from her) that could've been settled much sooner, if they had just talked it out. The suspense surrounding Faith, the mystery of who's after her, was an exhilarating part of the story too and ends with a bit of a cliffhanger that has me ready to see what happens next.
Faith and Legend are a combustible couple forging a relationship full of her self-doubts and his need to protect those he claims as his. While her constant back and forth was frustrating, I admired his never truly giving up on her. Even when pushing him away, he was determined to keep her safe in a sexy and suspenseful journey to HEA. Alongside this compelling main couple was a large cast of secondary characters, most who've been seen before, and some who are new additions to the MC. It definitely has me excited for where Ms. James takes us next in a series that continues to entertain!