Capturing Perfection

Perfect Love #3

by Trina Lane

Book three in the Perfect Love Series Two men united by a bond neither time nor trauma could break now seek to capture the love that beats within their hearts.Clayton Phillips and Logan Callen found each other at the tender age of thirteen. The two foster brothers quickly became inseparable, relying on each other for support to move beyond their troubled pasts. However, one whispered confession changed the course of their lives. Now sixteen years later the two men are together again, but the reunion is far from sweet.Logan, an Army Ranger veteran, is trying to heal from both the emotional and physical trauma he endured while deployed in Afghanistan. Clay, a Boston Police Detective, is determined to rebuild their once close bond. Both men have withheld a secret from each other. Both men are in love with each other. Can they work together to overcome their pasts and build a future together, or is it too late?Reader Advisory: This book can be read alone, but may be better enjoyed when read as part of the series."

Genres: M M Romance, Friends To Lovers, Erotica, Romance, Contemporary, Military Fiction, Disability

123 pages, ebook

First published October 4, 2010

About the author

Trina is a scientist with a passion for history, music, and photography. She loves to travel and experience new places but is terminally shy around people she doesn't know. When the zombie apocalypse occurs, you'll want to find her because she's a crack shot, and promises to take out those nasty decomposing flesh-eating vermin before they have a chance to make you their snack. Her favorite aunt gave Trina a sultry romance novel to read while they were on vacation together back when Trina was in middle school and made her promise not to tell her mother. She's been hooked ever since! Her choices in reading and writing material are as diverse as her Apple Music library, which contains music from Mozart to Metallica. Her one concession is all stories must have a happily ever after ending-did we mention she's incurably romantic? She's the mother of a very strong-willed and sweet little boy who frequently makes her smile and grimace within seconds of each other. She firmly believes that the sweetness comes from her, and the other part is her husband's fault. She loves to hear from readers, and her greatest wish is that we all strive to achieve bigger dreams.

Reviews

[RBR]

In 'Capturing Perfection' Trina Lane leads the reader through the story at a leisurely, but constant pace, revealing just the right amount of information to keep it interesting.

Throughout the story, I was reminded that good relationships don't just happen. Even the best and brightest of unions needs constant vigilance, combined with dedication to remain that way. Clay and Logan didn't give up on each other. They found the courage to overcome the issues standing between them. I appreciated how all the other characters were woven into a family network, supporting each other and becoming an intricate part of Clay and Logan's success.

There are lots of very torrid love scenes in the book. Their physical lovemaking was a huge part of their relationship, but what I loved about it is that these lovers didn't just make lust. Each tryst was a sensual celebration of their love and commitment to each other. Their relationship is enviable, the kind of which most people only dream.

'Capturing Perfection' is a story of bravery and determination in overcoming obstacles. It's an intense, romantic look at what is possible with unconditional love. “Capturing Perfection' captured my heart, and if you are a hopeless romantic like me, it may very well capture yours as well.


DISCLAIMER: Books reviewed on this site were usually provided at no cost by the publisher or author. The first edition of this book was provided by the publisher for the purpose of a review.

[Sali]

Dnf 20%
Miscommunication is annoying.

[Elisa Rolle]

First of all a warning against the warning: while this is book 3 in the Perfect Love series, it’s not really necessary to read it in order to appreciate this novel as standalone; sure, characters from book 1 and 2 are in book 3, and maybe, if you enjoy them, you will like to go back and read their story, but the romance between Clayton and Logan is fully developed in their own story.

Second a very nice surprise: we are dealing with a main character with a disability, he is temporarily deaf, and I really liked how the author introduced and managed this side of the story, there were trouble, but there was no false pity.

Clay and Logan were best friends and then, a stupid mistake, broke them apart. I said stupid since if they had the courage to talk to each other nothing would have happened; but both Clay than Logan had a troubled youth and trust was not easy for them. But the love was never a question, and so, when Logan needs Clay, Clay is there without asking for anything if not being there.

The love between them is easy and natural, but it was actually a love waiting 16 years to blossom; so it’s no surprise that when these two decide to finally talk, everything that seemed so impossible when they were in college, is now only a natural evolution in their relationship. Both Logan than Clay had other relationships in the past, and while they both admit they were never in love like with each other, they are not disowning what those relationships taught them, that being part of a couple make them complete.

The story could have been really full of drama, but the author preferred a lighter touch, it’s for sure not “light” in the sense of comedy or funny, but it’s basically more kind and comfort than drama and dark.

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[Lena Grey · Rating 5 out of 5]

In 'Capturing Perfection' Trina Lane leads the reader through the story at a leisurely, but constant pace, revealing just the right amount of information to keep it interesting.

Throughout the story, I was reminded that good relationships don't just happen. Even the best and brightest of unions needs constant vigilance, combined with dedication to remain that way. Clay and Logan didn't give up on each other. They found the courage to overcome the issues standing between them. I appreciated how all the other characters were woven into a family network, supporting each other and becoming an intricate part of Clay and Logan's success.

There are lots of very torrid love scenes in the book. Their physical lovemaking was a huge part of their relationship, but what I loved about it is that these lovers didn't just make lust. Each tryst was a sensual celebration of their love and commitment to each other. Their relationship is enviable, the kind of which most people only dream.

'Capturing Perfection' is a story of bravery and determination in overcoming obstacles. It's an intense, romantic look at what is possible with unconditional love. “Capturing Perfection' captured my heart, and if you are a hopeless romantic like me, it may very well capture yours as well.

NOTE: This book was provided by Pride Publishing for the purpose of a review on Rainbow Book Reviews.

[Sadonna · Rating 3 out of 5]

I liked this story about Clay (the detective from His Perfect Partner) and his estranged foster brother Logan. When they were 20, Clay confessed he was gay and Logan ran. 16 years later, Logan is wounded in Afghanistan losing his hearing. Clay takes him in and does his best to help him heal, but Logan is closed off, angry, suffering from PTSD and had lost his lover in the firefight that cost him his hearing. He is extremely damaged and suffering from a lot of guilt as well. This book is about them finding their way back to each other and having the courage to speak the truth. Matt, Logan's psychiatrist is also a support for him in navigating his way back into the civilian world and addressing all of the past trauma of Logan's life including the sexual abuse he suffered as a child.

The other characters from the first two books of this series play some supporting roles. I'm hoping the next book will be about Trevor and Matt.

[Lily · Rating 3 out of 5]

Nice addition to the series. In this one we have friends separated for many years due to being too young to handle their feelings for each other. Years later they reunite and despite trying to still keep their feelings secret they finally admit their love. A bit angsty due to war experiences but overall a nice read.

[Lasha · Rating 3 out of 5]

3.5 stars.

Shame the other books are menages as I was looking forward to Matt and Trevor's story, but I liked this one. Logan's disability added to the plot and Clay was a wonderful partner. Interesting concept of them being foster brothers.

[Divina · Rating 4 out of 5]

***3.5 Stars
Another great read from this series. Although the stories are short, the author has a way of engaging the reader through her characters. Logan and Clay were always meant to be together.

[JenMcJ]

to-read

[Nur · Rating 3 out of 5]

3.5 stars