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Navy Love #1
Inevitable Love
Sometimes the things we fight hardest against are inevitable in the end.
Hunter Stevenson wasn't interested in wasting nights with bed warmers, he had a daughter to take care of and a life to build. Leaving behind the mother of his four year old child and her incessant partying, Hunter moves closer to his family to help provide Sawyer some stability.
Tessa Daniels didn’t share the ‘typical American dream’ like most girls. A husband, 2.5 kids and a white picket fence weren’t the things she wanted for herself. She had a plan laid out, which included a career in the Navy and being surrounded by her best friends. She was perfectly content with her carefree, fun lifestyle and her casual relationships, but all of that changed when she met him.
What neither of them expected was a nosy brother and best friend with some serious matchmaking skills. The two have an instantaneous pull towards one another, they can’t fight the spark even though they both do. Until one drunken night, Tessa throws herself at Hunter, only to face an agonizing rejection. However, Hunter’s gentlemanly facade doesn’t last with the sassy sailor girl, his alpha attitude quickly emerges in the midst of their sexual tensions.
Hunter refuses to be another one of Tessa’s casual hook-ups, and won’t allow her to run away from the idea of ‘them’. No matter how many obstacles stand in their way of a happily ever after. Now he must convince Tessa that their inevitable love is worth fighting for.
Can their newfound love survive the stress of an impending deployment and Hunter's past pushing it's way back into his life?
**This book can be read as a stand alone.
Hunter Stevenson wasn't interested in wasting nights with bed warmers, he had a daughter to take care of and a life to build. Leaving behind the mother of his four year old child and her incessant partying, Hunter moves closer to his family to help provide Sawyer some stability.
Tessa Daniels didn’t share the ‘typical American dream’ like most girls. A husband, 2.5 kids and a white picket fence weren’t the things she wanted for herself. She had a plan laid out, which included a career in the Navy and being surrounded by her best friends. She was perfectly content with her carefree, fun lifestyle and her casual relationships, but all of that changed when she met him.
What neither of them expected was a nosy brother and best friend with some serious matchmaking skills. The two have an instantaneous pull towards one another, they can’t fight the spark even though they both do. Until one drunken night, Tessa throws herself at Hunter, only to face an agonizing rejection. However, Hunter’s gentlemanly facade doesn’t last with the sassy sailor girl, his alpha attitude quickly emerges in the midst of their sexual tensions.
Hunter refuses to be another one of Tessa’s casual hook-ups, and won’t allow her to run away from the idea of ‘them’. No matter how many obstacles stand in their way of a happily ever after. Now he must convince Tessa that their inevitable love is worth fighting for.
Can their newfound love survive the stress of an impending deployment and Hunter's past pushing it's way back into his life?
**This book can be read as a stand alone.
331 pages, Kindle Edition
First published October 15, 2015
About the author
J.C. Santo
7 books196 followersJC Santo is a true southern girl born and raised a in Central Texas. Until her husband's Navy career sent them to Norfolk, Virginia. That's where she has been for the past 5 years being a wife and stay at home mom to 3 boys. In the rare occurrences she gets free time it's usually spent reading a good book. Three things she will never turn away are tattoos, cupcakes and arbor mist!
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July 28, 2017
3 Stars
Overall Opinion: This was a "just ok" read for me. I feel like it had some major potential (especially at the beginning) that fizzled out after they started their relationship. I got a little bored with how perfectly everything was going. It was sweet, and you get a HEA -- I just like a little more conflict in my stories that this one was lacking IMO. I did appreciate the aspect that the h was the military personnel, and the H was a teacher and single parent...that was an unique flip of characterizations.
Storyline: This is Tessa and Hunter's story. Tessa is in the Navy, and with being in Virginia and away from her family in Texas she has made her own family in a group of friends. Marshall is her GBF, and his twin brother is coming to visit for their birthday with his 4 year old daughter. Marshall is surprised to find out that his brother, Hunter, is planning on staying for good. Tessa isn't happy with this news because she feels a strong pull/attraction for Hunter. She thinks he is off limits because he is Marshall's brother, and she only does ONS and doesn't want it to get awkward between them all when it ends. Hunter wants Tessa, and he wants her for more than a ONS. After some pursuit, they end up together. There are some sexy times, some sweet moments with Sawyer (H's daughter), some baby mama drama, some career drama...and eventually the couple get their HEA.
POV: This alternated between Tessa and Hunter's POV.
Overall Pace of Story: Ok. The story seemed to slow down for me once they had an established relationship and shared "I love yous". I did have some moments that I skimmed. I wouldn't call theirs instalove, but their relationship moved pretty quickly.
H rating: 3 stars. Hunter. I liked how devoted he was to his daughter, and he was pretty hot beneath the sheets.
h rating: 4 stars. Tessa. I liked her relationship with Marshal and the H's daughter. She was a strong female character.
Sadness level: Low. No tissues necessary.
Heat level: Moderate. They have good chemistry, and do have some hot sexy times.
Descriptive sex: Yes
Sex scene with OW or OM:
Cheating:
Possible Triggers:
Closure: A good bit of closure with a HEA ending, and set up for the next book.
Worth the $?: It was on kindle unlimited, so yes. I would probably say it was worth the $2.99 on Amazon too.
Overall Opinion: This was a "just ok" read for me. I feel like it had some major potential (especially at the beginning) that fizzled out after they started their relationship. I got a little bored with how perfectly everything was going. It was sweet, and you get a HEA -- I just like a little more conflict in my stories that this one was lacking IMO. I did appreciate the aspect that the h was the military personnel, and the H was a teacher and single parent...that was an unique flip of characterizations.
Storyline: This is Tessa and Hunter's story. Tessa is in the Navy, and with being in Virginia and away from her family in Texas she has made her own family in a group of friends. Marshall is her GBF, and his twin brother is coming to visit for their birthday with his 4 year old daughter. Marshall is surprised to find out that his brother, Hunter, is planning on staying for good. Tessa isn't happy with this news because she feels a strong pull/attraction for Hunter. She thinks he is off limits because he is Marshall's brother, and she only does ONS and doesn't want it to get awkward between them all when it ends. Hunter wants Tessa, and he wants her for more than a ONS. After some pursuit, they end up together. There are some sexy times, some sweet moments with Sawyer (H's daughter), some baby mama drama, some career drama...and eventually the couple get their HEA.
POV: This alternated between Tessa and Hunter's POV.
Overall Pace of Story: Ok. The story seemed to slow down for me once they had an established relationship and shared "I love yous". I did have some moments that I skimmed. I wouldn't call theirs instalove, but their relationship moved pretty quickly.
H rating: 3 stars. Hunter. I liked how devoted he was to his daughter, and he was pretty hot beneath the sheets.
h rating: 4 stars. Tessa. I liked her relationship with Marshal and the H's daughter. She was a strong female character.
Sadness level: Low. No tissues necessary.
Heat level: Moderate. They have good chemistry, and do have some hot sexy times.
Descriptive sex: Yes
Sex scene with OW or OM:
Cheating:
Possible Triggers:
Closure: A good bit of closure with a HEA ending, and set up for the next book.
Worth the $?: It was on kindle unlimited, so yes. I would probably say it was worth the $2.99 on Amazon too.
October 14, 2015
Inevitable Love
JC Santo
4 stars
I absolutely LOVE the cover of this book! WOW! Don’t pass this one up. It’s a really good read with a twist meaning the one serving her country is just that … a her. LOVE IT!
Tessa Daniels isn’t your typical woman. She doesn’t crave the house with the picket fence, kids and a husband that comes home from work greeting their 2 kids. Tessa hooks up and doesn’t do long term. Her career is priority. She is shipping out and working on a promotion. There is not time for anything else even IF she wanted it. Everyone thought her best friend, Marshall, was her man anyway. Life was good. Her circle of friends included a group she worked with in the Helo Squadron – and very interesting characters that I know we will be hearing more from! Im looking forward to a particular man named Reed myself. There is also some unsettled issues with Jo and J.C.
Hunter Stevenson is something to look at. Tessa is floored the minute Marshall introduces her to the towering man in front of her – and its Marshall’s brother no less. Unknown to either, Hunter has decided to move to the area permanently so that he can provide his four year old daughter Sawyer more stablility. His fling with her mother proved just that … a fling. Sawyer’s Mom is only interested in continuing to party and has no time to be a mom. Hunter needs Sawyer to be surrounded by family and he is tired of wasting nights, not that being a single father provides many, on women who don’t matter and are just there to hit the sack for a few hours. Hunter needs someone who can handle his daughter and wants the same thing he does.
This book has sparks flying from all edges of the pages. There are laughs from the circle of friends for sure and Hunter is a dream come to life. He is a great father, career minded, and better yet a swexy Daddy! (That’s ten times better than sexy friends!)
This is a stand alone but we get led to some interesting tid bits of the “next” installment. I love that JC leaves us hanging on some underlying issues with secondary characters. SMART!
Click this one up for sure – nice easy read that keeps you turning the pages. I received an ARC for an honest review. Review to post on Ramblings From Beneath the Sheets! Thank you JC!
JC Santo
4 stars
I absolutely LOVE the cover of this book! WOW! Don’t pass this one up. It’s a really good read with a twist meaning the one serving her country is just that … a her. LOVE IT!
Tessa Daniels isn’t your typical woman. She doesn’t crave the house with the picket fence, kids and a husband that comes home from work greeting their 2 kids. Tessa hooks up and doesn’t do long term. Her career is priority. She is shipping out and working on a promotion. There is not time for anything else even IF she wanted it. Everyone thought her best friend, Marshall, was her man anyway. Life was good. Her circle of friends included a group she worked with in the Helo Squadron – and very interesting characters that I know we will be hearing more from! Im looking forward to a particular man named Reed myself. There is also some unsettled issues with Jo and J.C.
Hunter Stevenson is something to look at. Tessa is floored the minute Marshall introduces her to the towering man in front of her – and its Marshall’s brother no less. Unknown to either, Hunter has decided to move to the area permanently so that he can provide his four year old daughter Sawyer more stablility. His fling with her mother proved just that … a fling. Sawyer’s Mom is only interested in continuing to party and has no time to be a mom. Hunter needs Sawyer to be surrounded by family and he is tired of wasting nights, not that being a single father provides many, on women who don’t matter and are just there to hit the sack for a few hours. Hunter needs someone who can handle his daughter and wants the same thing he does.
This book has sparks flying from all edges of the pages. There are laughs from the circle of friends for sure and Hunter is a dream come to life. He is a great father, career minded, and better yet a swexy Daddy! (That’s ten times better than sexy friends!)
This is a stand alone but we get led to some interesting tid bits of the “next” installment. I love that JC leaves us hanging on some underlying issues with secondary characters. SMART!
Click this one up for sure – nice easy read that keeps you turning the pages. I received an ARC for an honest review. Review to post on Ramblings From Beneath the Sheets! Thank you JC!
October 3, 2015
I was honored to beta read this story. I got my first glimpse at this before it went to edits, before it went to be proofed. I read the story in its most raw form, and let me tell you this does NOT come across as a debut novel!!!
Inevitable Love breaks the norm in that this isn't a sexy as sin, muscled up alpha male in the Navy, but we have feisty and determined Tessa as our "Sailor Girl". She's got her future mapped out until her best friend plays match maker and starts her life on a whole new track that she had no plans for. In comes Hunter, and he's got a new plan laid out for Tessa, and it includes him becoming a permanent fixture. Hunter...PHEW. He shows up quite the gentleman, but you will find out that when the lights go out, the gentleman takes off and the hot alpha comes out to play. He's got a dirty mouth but knows all the right things to do with it. The sex scenes in this book are STEAMY!!! THAT TIE!!! Get your fans ready, you will need it.
JC's writing style is a fantastic combination of descriptive where necessary, humor in the right places(I snorted from laughing so hard on more than one occasion), the perfect amount of angst and agony. ALL. THE. FEELS. She covers them. I had them. The characters are well developed, the story line is well thought out and flows well throughout. I saw growth in her writing from the first chapter to the last, and cannot wait to read more from her!
Inevitable Love breaks the norm in that this isn't a sexy as sin, muscled up alpha male in the Navy, but we have feisty and determined Tessa as our "Sailor Girl". She's got her future mapped out until her best friend plays match maker and starts her life on a whole new track that she had no plans for. In comes Hunter, and he's got a new plan laid out for Tessa, and it includes him becoming a permanent fixture. Hunter...PHEW. He shows up quite the gentleman, but you will find out that when the lights go out, the gentleman takes off and the hot alpha comes out to play. He's got a dirty mouth but knows all the right things to do with it. The sex scenes in this book are STEAMY!!! THAT TIE!!! Get your fans ready, you will need it.
JC's writing style is a fantastic combination of descriptive where necessary, humor in the right places(I snorted from laughing so hard on more than one occasion), the perfect amount of angst and agony. ALL. THE. FEELS. She covers them. I had them. The characters are well developed, the story line is well thought out and flows well throughout. I saw growth in her writing from the first chapter to the last, and cannot wait to read more from her!
March 21, 2017
Lovable characters. Great story. It has a few errors in it, but no major plot holes or anything like that. I enjoyed reading this book.
October 26, 2015
There is always a sort of anticipation when you read a new author, one you have never heard of but somehow stumbled across. You never know what you are going to get. Inevitable Love by JC Santos is one of those books by a new to me author and I found myself enjoying this story immensely. I was surprised by the way the story progressed, assuming I knew what was going to come next but constantly finding myself pleasantly surprised. I enjoyed reading a story with a type of role reversal, adding a twist to books we know and love in the genre. This story had a feisty female, a sexy twin brother, and a love story that was surprisingly sweet and sassy.
Inevitable Love has a bit of a role reversal which was my favorite part. Tessa is a naval officer, a woman who doesn’t commit but instead plays the field of her singledom. She is strong willed and feisty. Her confidence is tangible and her independence is a mark on who she is. I loved that she was the player in this story, not in a bad way but instead a role that we would usually see in the male lead character. She is not looking for commitment and doesn't see that in her future for a very long time, if ever. Hunter is a single dad, a teacher, and the sexy sweet man who wants to have more than a single encounter with Tessa. He is a strong man with an equally strong personality but he is the one who longs for commitment and a future of familial bliss. When these two get together there is a spark of chemistry that causes a wildfire to follow in its wake. Their attraction is immediate and the more they learn of each other, the harder they fall. I loved seeing them learn to embrace their relationship and fall deeper in love.
When I read the synopsis, I assumed I knew what would happen. Shame on me. This story took a few twists and turns that were completely justified and the plot thickened. I loved how the chase was not the entire story. They build something that is a solid foundation in this story and we begin to see a glimpse into the ever after part. There are ups and downs, good and bad. There are obstacles to overcome and issues to address in the book. Tessa and Hunter’s relationship is based on a passionate connection and a mutual respect and admiration. I loved watching them grow deeper into what they were meant to be. They clicked and it was sweet to watch their family solidify as the story progresses.
Every person in this story is an important part of what is happening. I loved Sawyer so much! She is adorable and her personality is full of life and innocence. I loved Marshall, Hunter’s twin. I enjoyed the soulmate relationship and friendship he has with Tessa. I liked getting to see more about their close knit groups of friends and their families. Each secondary character enhances the story and helps the reader to better understand a new facet of our main characters’ personality.
This story has sweet moments and moment of passion. There are moments of heartache and profound hope. I loved how the story took a different direction that I was anticipating. It had everything I expected from what the synopsis portrays but there is so much more to experience and enjoy. I am excited that this is the first in a new series and I am excited to see what more comes. I want to see more of the group of friends as they all experience life and love. I am hoping for little glimpses of Tess and Hunter too!
Inevitable Love has a bit of a role reversal which was my favorite part. Tessa is a naval officer, a woman who doesn’t commit but instead plays the field of her singledom. She is strong willed and feisty. Her confidence is tangible and her independence is a mark on who she is. I loved that she was the player in this story, not in a bad way but instead a role that we would usually see in the male lead character. She is not looking for commitment and doesn't see that in her future for a very long time, if ever. Hunter is a single dad, a teacher, and the sexy sweet man who wants to have more than a single encounter with Tessa. He is a strong man with an equally strong personality but he is the one who longs for commitment and a future of familial bliss. When these two get together there is a spark of chemistry that causes a wildfire to follow in its wake. Their attraction is immediate and the more they learn of each other, the harder they fall. I loved seeing them learn to embrace their relationship and fall deeper in love.
When I read the synopsis, I assumed I knew what would happen. Shame on me. This story took a few twists and turns that were completely justified and the plot thickened. I loved how the chase was not the entire story. They build something that is a solid foundation in this story and we begin to see a glimpse into the ever after part. There are ups and downs, good and bad. There are obstacles to overcome and issues to address in the book. Tessa and Hunter’s relationship is based on a passionate connection and a mutual respect and admiration. I loved watching them grow deeper into what they were meant to be. They clicked and it was sweet to watch their family solidify as the story progresses.
Every person in this story is an important part of what is happening. I loved Sawyer so much! She is adorable and her personality is full of life and innocence. I loved Marshall, Hunter’s twin. I enjoyed the soulmate relationship and friendship he has with Tessa. I liked getting to see more about their close knit groups of friends and their families. Each secondary character enhances the story and helps the reader to better understand a new facet of our main characters’ personality.
This story has sweet moments and moment of passion. There are moments of heartache and profound hope. I loved how the story took a different direction that I was anticipating. It had everything I expected from what the synopsis portrays but there is so much more to experience and enjoy. I am excited that this is the first in a new series and I am excited to see what more comes. I want to see more of the group of friends as they all experience life and love. I am hoping for little glimpses of Tess and Hunter too!
October 17, 2016
Every once in a while you stumble across a book that makes you stop and think. Society has us conditioned to believe that men are strong and women are often victims that need rescuing. Authors have a tendency to portray women similarly at times. However, I love when you find a strong kick ass lead character that can not only support herself but actually rescues the male character in a way.
Tessa works for the Navy in Virginia. She has made a life for herself away from her family and often doesn’t see them. In fact the only thing she wanted was to get away. “If I stayed back home, I would have ended up a loser. The Navy was my ticket out of that small town.” She has a select handful of friends who she has let into her inner circle. This group of friends is her “nucleus”. Without them she wouldn’t function especially her best friend Marshall. Marshall is the peanut butter to her jelly and while they may drive each other crazy at times he is everything that she needs in life or so she thinks. “How lucky I am to have something that makes saying goodbye so hard.”
When life gets a little crazy for Hunter, Marshalls twin brother, and his spunky daughter Sawyer they move to Virginia to live with him.
Hunter and Tessa have instant chemistry with sparks flying like fireworks. Tessa has always avoided relationships because of her Navy deployments so now she needs to decide if this is something she wants out of life. Will she need to sacrifice her career for everything that she that she used to laugh at? Can she become an “insta-mom” to a sweet little girl?
J.C. Does a great job at taking you on Hunter and Tessa's journey. I loved everything about this book. The relationships, the friendships, and the humor! I had so many different emotions while reading this book and felt like I was right there most of the time. This is a book that you will want to read.
Tessa works for the Navy in Virginia. She has made a life for herself away from her family and often doesn’t see them. In fact the only thing she wanted was to get away. “If I stayed back home, I would have ended up a loser. The Navy was my ticket out of that small town.” She has a select handful of friends who she has let into her inner circle. This group of friends is her “nucleus”. Without them she wouldn’t function especially her best friend Marshall. Marshall is the peanut butter to her jelly and while they may drive each other crazy at times he is everything that she needs in life or so she thinks. “How lucky I am to have something that makes saying goodbye so hard.”
When life gets a little crazy for Hunter, Marshalls twin brother, and his spunky daughter Sawyer they move to Virginia to live with him.
Hunter and Tessa have instant chemistry with sparks flying like fireworks. Tessa has always avoided relationships because of her Navy deployments so now she needs to decide if this is something she wants out of life. Will she need to sacrifice her career for everything that she that she used to laugh at? Can she become an “insta-mom” to a sweet little girl?
J.C. Does a great job at taking you on Hunter and Tessa's journey. I loved everything about this book. The relationships, the friendships, and the humor! I had so many different emotions while reading this book and felt like I was right there most of the time. This is a book that you will want to read.
October 17, 2015
6 stars
This story was beautiful. It has got all the “feels” that you could ask for. The friendship dynamic between Tessa and Marshall is amazing. Everyone should get to be lucky enough to have a friendship like that. The relationship between Hunter and Tessa is one for the history books. Add in little Sawyer and I was a bawling like a baby. The author did an amazing job portraying real struggles that real people go through in their normal lives. I am trying really hard not to give anything away here. I really think that EVERYONE should read this book and be swept away with these characters and their story just like I was. This story pulled me in and put me on an emotional roller coaster. There were times that I know I had a stupid grin on my face and times I had the tissue box in my lap. The chemistry between Tessa and Hunter is scorching, but what pulled me in was the emotional level of their relationship. I am in book heaven with this story. It is definitely one that will be read over and over. I can’t wait to see what this author has in store next. I know it will be amazing!
Reviewed for FMR Book Grind
This story was beautiful. It has got all the “feels” that you could ask for. The friendship dynamic between Tessa and Marshall is amazing. Everyone should get to be lucky enough to have a friendship like that. The relationship between Hunter and Tessa is one for the history books. Add in little Sawyer and I was a bawling like a baby. The author did an amazing job portraying real struggles that real people go through in their normal lives. I am trying really hard not to give anything away here. I really think that EVERYONE should read this book and be swept away with these characters and their story just like I was. This story pulled me in and put me on an emotional roller coaster. There were times that I know I had a stupid grin on my face and times I had the tissue box in my lap. The chemistry between Tessa and Hunter is scorching, but what pulled me in was the emotional level of their relationship. I am in book heaven with this story. It is definitely one that will be read over and over. I can’t wait to see what this author has in store next. I know it will be amazing!
Reviewed for FMR Book Grind
March 22, 2016
So in this debut novel, Inevitable Love that's just what you get, a hero and heroine get their happily ever after, but let me tell you it's the journey that I went on with all the characters that was so great. That journey was filled with lots of sass, sexy hotness, love, family, good times and forming new relationships and friendships.
So we meet Tessa, who is such a strong, feisty confident woman who's career and passion is a Navy Officer. Our hero Hunter is a teacher, the sexy hunk of a man, and his little 4yr old daughter Sawyer. Any one who knows me, knows I love my book boyfriends on the Alpha side and well I was getting a little worried, that I wasn't going to get that but holy hotness Hunter gave it to me (oops I mean Tessa) and more.
We get a little drama with Hunter's ex but with everyone standing together and support for the couple they all pull through of course their love was going to inevitable. Can't wait for Tegan and Reed's story. Reviewed for HeadTripping Books by Carolyn
So we meet Tessa, who is such a strong, feisty confident woman who's career and passion is a Navy Officer. Our hero Hunter is a teacher, the sexy hunk of a man, and his little 4yr old daughter Sawyer. Any one who knows me, knows I love my book boyfriends on the Alpha side and well I was getting a little worried, that I wasn't going to get that but holy hotness Hunter gave it to me (oops I mean Tessa) and more.
We get a little drama with Hunter's ex but with everyone standing together and support for the couple they all pull through of course their love was going to inevitable. Can't wait for Tegan and Reed's story. Reviewed for HeadTripping Books by Carolyn
October 17, 2015
I was excited about this book before I started because I liked the fact that the female was the one in the navy and wasnt interested in settling down. The story definitely lived up to my expectations. I felt like I could really connect to the characters. I was pulled in to their lives because the author did an amazing job of making sure they went through real life situations and had real feelings that everyone experiences. The chemistry between the main characters was hot but they connected on a whole other level that really made you fall in love with them. I really recommend this book to everyone..
November 20, 2015
This book is part of a series, it will have a set of side characters for book two.
In this book we have Tessa, she's a strong, independent female who is also in the Navy. When she's not being deployed she's hanging out with her group of friends. Her closest friend is Marshall, he has a twin brother Hunter who's coming for an extended visit.
Once these two meet the sparks fly.
It had some editing issues with extra and/or missing words in parts, but for the most part an easy light read.
I did find that for me there was a lack of angst between characters but if you're a person who likes a light easy read then this book may be for you.
In this book we have Tessa, she's a strong, independent female who is also in the Navy. When she's not being deployed she's hanging out with her group of friends. Her closest friend is Marshall, he has a twin brother Hunter who's coming for an extended visit.
Once these two meet the sparks fly.
It had some editing issues with extra and/or missing words in parts, but for the most part an easy light read.
I did find that for me there was a lack of angst between characters but if you're a person who likes a light easy read then this book may be for you.
November 1, 2015
Great story
I like this one, its great to read that it's about a woman who is in the military instead of the guy. Those two are great together and can't wait to read the next chapter.
I like this one, its great to read that it's about a woman who is in the military instead of the guy. Those two are great together and can't wait to read the next chapter.
November 7, 2016
SNSBAH Rating: 4.0
~~~~~~~~~~Lindsey's ★★★★ Review~~~~~~~~~~
I love the genre of military romance. This is a great little read for anyone who loves that genre. It's a funny quirky sweet and romantic piece for anyone who wants a quick read.
~~~~~~~~~~Lindsey's ★★★★ Review~~~~~~~~~~
I love the genre of military romance. This is a great little read for anyone who loves that genre. It's a funny quirky sweet and romantic piece for anyone who wants a quick read.
March 24, 2016
Formal review to come
September 16, 2017
Tessa Daniels didn't have a bad childhood, but for whatever reason, she doesn't share the whole getting married and having kids with the rest of the world. Instead, she loves her job in the Navy, and spends her free time with hookups, and her best friend Marshall. But her life is shaken up when Marshall's twin brother, Hunter Stevenson comes to town. Hunter is a single dad to a beautiful little girl, who decides that it's time for him to move near his family, to get away from his ex's game playing. He has no time for relationships while giving his daughter a good life, but he never saw Tessa coming. He's instantly attracted to her, and decides that he's going to make the sassy Sailor girl his. Tessa can't help but fall for Hunter, and his daughter, but will they be able to survive the stress of her deployment? WOW! When I decided to read J.C. Santo's Navy Series, I NEVER EVER saw these emotional stories coming! So here's another author that I came to her party fashionably late, and I want to kick myself. Her uber talented writing style instantly captivated my attention, and I couldn't turn the pages quickly enough. The emotional angst is off the charts, and I swear I found my eyes leaking more than once. AND, the sexy time is FIERY FLAMES of panty destroying goodness that should come with a warning. A colorful cast of secondaries give me serious laughing time, with a side of Tessa sass added in for good measure. PLUS, some twists & turns that kept the colorful metaphors singing, not to mention kept the heart racing. CANNOT WAIT FOR MORE, and HIGHLY HIGHLY HIGHLY RECOMMEND!
March 22, 2017
The Navy Love series is one of my favorite romantic series. Interestingly I did not read these books in order, but still embraced the community, relationships and group dynamic easily in each book.
My favorite part of this series, and especially this book, is how relate-able the characters are. They are fully developed and when reading the book I felt like I could be talking to or watching a friend. The conversations between siblings, ex's, couples, groups, etc. are very true to life and humorous to me because I could envision these situations occurring. This does involve a HEA, but I enjoyed that there were some twists and bumps along the route! From dealing with a certain ex, to individual insecurities and navy life they had an interesting path to becoming the strong couple that we see in the rest of the series!
While this is a standalone, I appreciate and enjoy reading the stories in order now to watch as all the friends are introduced and start to grow individually and in their own relationships. I enjoyed reading Hunter and Tessa's story, but I do have to say they were not my favorite couple or character in this book! haha, the star of the book, in my mind is Hunter's daughter (Sawyer) and Hunter's brother (Marshall) ..I absolutely adored the two of them!
Highly recommend this book, this author and this series!
My favorite part of this series, and especially this book, is how relate-able the characters are. They are fully developed and when reading the book I felt like I could be talking to or watching a friend. The conversations between siblings, ex's, couples, groups, etc. are very true to life and humorous to me because I could envision these situations occurring. This does involve a HEA, but I enjoyed that there were some twists and bumps along the route! From dealing with a certain ex, to individual insecurities and navy life they had an interesting path to becoming the strong couple that we see in the rest of the series!
While this is a standalone, I appreciate and enjoy reading the stories in order now to watch as all the friends are introduced and start to grow individually and in their own relationships. I enjoyed reading Hunter and Tessa's story, but I do have to say they were not my favorite couple or character in this book! haha, the star of the book, in my mind is Hunter's daughter (Sawyer) and Hunter's brother (Marshall) ..I absolutely adored the two of them!
Highly recommend this book, this author and this series!
October 16, 2015
ERIN'S REVIEW
6 STARS
This story was beautiful. It has got all the “feels” that you could ask for. The friendship dynamic between Tessa and Marshall is amazing. Everyone should get to be lucky enough to have a friendship like that. The relationship between Hunter and Tessa is one for the history books. Add in little Sawyer and I was a bawling like a baby. The author did an amazing job portraying real struggles that real people go through in their normal lives. I am trying really hard not to give anything away here. I really think that EVERYONE should read this book and be swept away with these characters and their story just like I was. This story pulled me in and put me on an emotional roller coaster. There were times that I know I had a stupid grin on my face and times I had the tissue box in my lap. The chemistry between Tessa and Hunter is scorching, but what pulled me in was the emotional level of their relationship. I am in book heaven with this story. It is definitely one that will be read over and over. I can’t wait to see what this author has in store next. I know it will be amazing!
TATIA'S REVIEW
5 STARS
I took a chance reading Inevitable Love. I didn't even know the author's name when I agreed to read it, but none of that matters. What matters is that I loved it.
I say that any book that can make me cry is a great book in my eyes. I cried twice. You mix kids in with all of the heart-stopping, romantic moments and I'm a big ball of tears.
I loved Tessa's character. She is such a fun, vibrant, kickass woman. She knew what she wanted, and a long term relationship was not it. She's having fun. She's got her best friend, Marshall, a good group of friends who are as close-knit as you can get, and her job in the navy. Then walks in the stunning Hunter.
Hunter is ready for a new start. He's going out to Virginia to see his twin brother and dad. He's got his little girl by his side. Sawyer keeps him on his toes. That little girl is so fun, loving, and has the biggest heart. She has lots of love to give! Hunter knows that and wants her to be around more family. I'm sure it's hard being a single parent, but he takes it in stride and does the best he can. As a guy, he's confident, controlling where it matters, and looking for someone to spend his free time with. He's not into one night stands or short term relationships. Of course he's interested in the one girl who only wants flings.
I enjoyed every bit of this story. I fell in love with Tessa, Marshall, Hunter, and especially Sawyer. She could melt the blackest of hearts in a matter of seconds. It was a fun book that had me laughing and becoming misty eyed with a few tears slipping free. It had everything. The flow didn't seem rushed or like it dwelled too much on one subject. You get enough information about everyone to be satisfied and ready for more. This is a story I could have read forever. You don't find too many like it. A wonderful story of a single father looking for love for him and his daughter. JC Santo is an author I'll be keeping my eyes open for more from. Fantastic read!
AMY E'S REVIEW
4.5 STARS
The characters in this book! They are written so well it just blows me away. I feel like I know them personally. I want to be Marshall's best friend, I want to baby sit Sawyer. I would love to double date with Hunter and Tessa. They go beyond characters in a book and I feel that is a sign of truly good writing. When you feel as if your reading about old friends.
This book is a military romance but with a twist. I adored the fact that it was Tessa who was enlisted. You rarely see that in books and it was a refreshing and welcome change. She was also active military so you got to see her family and friends struggle emotionally with deployment. I fell like this added an extra layer to this book.
I was engaged and excited about this one as soon as I picked it up. I could barely put it down I was so eager to see what would happen next. I can't wait to see what JC has in store for us in the next book.
LEEANN'S REVIEW
4 STARS
Ok, so it took me a little while to get into this book but I am so glad I kept reading because when it picked up pace, boy did it pick up pace!!
If you like to read about lots and lots of hot sex then this is the book for you.
Tessa is in the Navy & she doesn’t do relationships. Not because she has been hurt in the past, it just doesn’t fit into her current life style.
The she meets Hunter. He is her best friends brother. Hunter knocks Tessa for six!! She did not see him coming. Or his daughter for that matter.
Hunter has had a tough time. He is a single dad & his daughter is his priority. He is not looking for a relationship at all. Then he meets Tessa & everything changes.
This book is not full of the drama you would expect once you realise where the story line is going, in fact I was pleasantly surprised by the maturity of all the characters
In this story. Not once did I find myself wishing they would grow up and stop playing games because they didn’t do that at all. There were parts when I was sure all
hell was going to break loose but it didn’t and I was so glad because this is what makes this story stand out from all of the rest that are of a similar content.
It was kept classy, interesting and mature and let’s be honest, sexy as hell!!
There were some scenes where I felt like I was watching a movie play out in my head I could almost see the characters & what they were doing.
As I said, it did take a little while for me to get hooked, but once I did, I did not stop reading until the end. It was a beautiful love story that was not just about
A man and a woman but about a beautiful little girl that binds them together & teaches them both about unconditional love & that you don’t need DNA to be
A real family. A woman cam give a mothers love even if she did not give birth to the child.
This story is heart-warming & sweet.. And let me say it again.. Sexy as hell!! Well worth checking out!!
6 STARS
This story was beautiful. It has got all the “feels” that you could ask for. The friendship dynamic between Tessa and Marshall is amazing. Everyone should get to be lucky enough to have a friendship like that. The relationship between Hunter and Tessa is one for the history books. Add in little Sawyer and I was a bawling like a baby. The author did an amazing job portraying real struggles that real people go through in their normal lives. I am trying really hard not to give anything away here. I really think that EVERYONE should read this book and be swept away with these characters and their story just like I was. This story pulled me in and put me on an emotional roller coaster. There were times that I know I had a stupid grin on my face and times I had the tissue box in my lap. The chemistry between Tessa and Hunter is scorching, but what pulled me in was the emotional level of their relationship. I am in book heaven with this story. It is definitely one that will be read over and over. I can’t wait to see what this author has in store next. I know it will be amazing!
TATIA'S REVIEW
5 STARS
I took a chance reading Inevitable Love. I didn't even know the author's name when I agreed to read it, but none of that matters. What matters is that I loved it.
I say that any book that can make me cry is a great book in my eyes. I cried twice. You mix kids in with all of the heart-stopping, romantic moments and I'm a big ball of tears.
I loved Tessa's character. She is such a fun, vibrant, kickass woman. She knew what she wanted, and a long term relationship was not it. She's having fun. She's got her best friend, Marshall, a good group of friends who are as close-knit as you can get, and her job in the navy. Then walks in the stunning Hunter.
Hunter is ready for a new start. He's going out to Virginia to see his twin brother and dad. He's got his little girl by his side. Sawyer keeps him on his toes. That little girl is so fun, loving, and has the biggest heart. She has lots of love to give! Hunter knows that and wants her to be around more family. I'm sure it's hard being a single parent, but he takes it in stride and does the best he can. As a guy, he's confident, controlling where it matters, and looking for someone to spend his free time with. He's not into one night stands or short term relationships. Of course he's interested in the one girl who only wants flings.
I enjoyed every bit of this story. I fell in love with Tessa, Marshall, Hunter, and especially Sawyer. She could melt the blackest of hearts in a matter of seconds. It was a fun book that had me laughing and becoming misty eyed with a few tears slipping free. It had everything. The flow didn't seem rushed or like it dwelled too much on one subject. You get enough information about everyone to be satisfied and ready for more. This is a story I could have read forever. You don't find too many like it. A wonderful story of a single father looking for love for him and his daughter. JC Santo is an author I'll be keeping my eyes open for more from. Fantastic read!
AMY E'S REVIEW
4.5 STARS
The characters in this book! They are written so well it just blows me away. I feel like I know them personally. I want to be Marshall's best friend, I want to baby sit Sawyer. I would love to double date with Hunter and Tessa. They go beyond characters in a book and I feel that is a sign of truly good writing. When you feel as if your reading about old friends.
This book is a military romance but with a twist. I adored the fact that it was Tessa who was enlisted. You rarely see that in books and it was a refreshing and welcome change. She was also active military so you got to see her family and friends struggle emotionally with deployment. I fell like this added an extra layer to this book.
I was engaged and excited about this one as soon as I picked it up. I could barely put it down I was so eager to see what would happen next. I can't wait to see what JC has in store for us in the next book.
LEEANN'S REVIEW
4 STARS
Ok, so it took me a little while to get into this book but I am so glad I kept reading because when it picked up pace, boy did it pick up pace!!
If you like to read about lots and lots of hot sex then this is the book for you.
Tessa is in the Navy & she doesn’t do relationships. Not because she has been hurt in the past, it just doesn’t fit into her current life style.
The she meets Hunter. He is her best friends brother. Hunter knocks Tessa for six!! She did not see him coming. Or his daughter for that matter.
Hunter has had a tough time. He is a single dad & his daughter is his priority. He is not looking for a relationship at all. Then he meets Tessa & everything changes.
This book is not full of the drama you would expect once you realise where the story line is going, in fact I was pleasantly surprised by the maturity of all the characters
In this story. Not once did I find myself wishing they would grow up and stop playing games because they didn’t do that at all. There were parts when I was sure all
hell was going to break loose but it didn’t and I was so glad because this is what makes this story stand out from all of the rest that are of a similar content.
It was kept classy, interesting and mature and let’s be honest, sexy as hell!!
There were some scenes where I felt like I was watching a movie play out in my head I could almost see the characters & what they were doing.
As I said, it did take a little while for me to get hooked, but once I did, I did not stop reading until the end. It was a beautiful love story that was not just about
A man and a woman but about a beautiful little girl that binds them together & teaches them both about unconditional love & that you don’t need DNA to be
A real family. A woman cam give a mothers love even if she did not give birth to the child.
This story is heart-warming & sweet.. And let me say it again.. Sexy as hell!! Well worth checking out!!
September 15, 2017
3 Cranky Stars
Tessa is a fun, energetic, loving, beautiful party girl. She is career Navy and her small group of friends is her family. Relationships are a four letter word to her. Despite being very set in her ways her best friends twin broher knocks her for a loop. Suddenly Tessa is questioning everything about her life.
Hunter is the quintessential "hot teacher". To top that he's the father and sole support to the world's most incredible little girl. When baby mama drama gets to be too much he decides to move to Norfolk to be closer to his family. His twin Marshall introduces him to Tessa and sparks fly.
I really loved this story. The characters are fun and people I'd love to know. This author portrays real life situations, the good, bad, ugly and irreversible. I wanted to give this 5 stars but the book needs a re-edit. At times the mistakes had me wanting to stop reading but I'm glad I forged on. This series has the potential to be a 5 star rating and a best seller. I look forward to reading more.
Tessa is a fun, energetic, loving, beautiful party girl. She is career Navy and her small group of friends is her family. Relationships are a four letter word to her. Despite being very set in her ways her best friends twin broher knocks her for a loop. Suddenly Tessa is questioning everything about her life.
Hunter is the quintessential "hot teacher". To top that he's the father and sole support to the world's most incredible little girl. When baby mama drama gets to be too much he decides to move to Norfolk to be closer to his family. His twin Marshall introduces him to Tessa and sparks fly.
I really loved this story. The characters are fun and people I'd love to know. This author portrays real life situations, the good, bad, ugly and irreversible. I wanted to give this 5 stars but the book needs a re-edit. At times the mistakes had me wanting to stop reading but I'm glad I forged on. This series has the potential to be a 5 star rating and a best seller. I look forward to reading more.
March 20, 2017
Love Love Love this book! The story line was unique, nothing I've read before, which is why I enjoyed it soo much. It was different having the Girl be the one in the military instead of the guy it really gave it a different twist. I loved the instant connection between Tessa and Hunter. & Ohh myy goshh little Sawyer was just adorable & the way Tessa is with her was amazing.
My favorite scene was when Sawyer asked Tess if she could call her Mom. Literally made my heart swoon. && when Tess leaves for deployment it broke my heart but it was an amazing part of the book.
The epilogue was pretty good. It left me want to see more of this little growing by two family.
My favorite scene was when Sawyer asked Tess if she could call her Mom. Literally made my heart swoon. && when Tess leaves for deployment it broke my heart but it was an amazing part of the book.
The epilogue was pretty good. It left me want to see more of this little growing by two family.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
June 16, 2017
I got bored to be completely honest. The premise pulled me in, but after I got 60% in, I was expecting it to end. I felt like the story just dragged on and barely went anywhere. Sexy scenes were about the same each time. Repetitive phrases were abundant, but I'll blame the editor there.
Hunter was yummy and I felt bad for the guy being a single dad and the situation there. Tessa was your typical tomboy with a girlish flare. She's sassy, which is great, but there were times when she was just a b!tch. I would've liked to see additional scenes about her occupation to make the story line more interesting and give depth to the book.
I wouldn't recommend or read again.
Hunter was yummy and I felt bad for the guy being a single dad and the situation there. Tessa was your typical tomboy with a girlish flare. She's sassy, which is great, but there were times when she was just a b!tch. I would've liked to see additional scenes about her occupation to make the story line more interesting and give depth to the book.
I wouldn't recommend or read again.
April 24, 2017
Good story
It was a good story. It could have used some editing. There were a fair bit of punctuation errors and some spelling mistakes, but they weren't so pervasive as to take away from the story.
It was a good story. It could have used some editing. There were a fair bit of punctuation errors and some spelling mistakes, but they weren't so pervasive as to take away from the story.
April 26, 2017
Hunter has been raising his daughter, Sawyer, by himself since she was born. Sawyer's mother had rather party than be a mom. Hunter has had enough so he and his daughter are moving in with his twin brother, Marshall, in another state.
Tessa and Marshall have been best friends for a long time. As Hunter and Tessa try to start a relationship, Anna, Sawyer's mother, tries to enter the picture stirring up emotions and trouble. Can this this relationship last or will Anna have her foot in the door once Tessa is deployed for six months?
There is a great chemistry between characters and an indepth. The story keeps you intrigued with its twists and turns. I would definitely recommend this book. I can't wait to read the next book about Tegan, Tessa's sister, and Reed.
I'm volunteering an honest review for an advance reader's copy.
Tessa and Marshall have been best friends for a long time. As Hunter and Tessa try to start a relationship, Anna, Sawyer's mother, tries to enter the picture stirring up emotions and trouble. Can this this relationship last or will Anna have her foot in the door once Tessa is deployed for six months?
There is a great chemistry between characters and an indepth. The story keeps you intrigued with its twists and turns. I would definitely recommend this book. I can't wait to read the next book about Tegan, Tessa's sister, and Reed.
I'm volunteering an honest review for an advance reader's copy.
June 20, 2017
Loved this book. Can't wait to continue the next book in the series.
March 28, 2017
Great book
This book was slot of fun! Tessa and Hunter were great characters.. they were smart and strong and hot. I highly recommend it!
This book was slot of fun! Tessa and Hunter were great characters.. they were smart and strong and hot. I highly recommend it!
April 28, 2017
this was my first book by this author... I loved the cover and the storyline idea. the beginning definitely got my attention. BUT the middle got boring though. the end was a bit expected
May 14, 2018
❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
This was my first book by this author and I loved it! About halfway through, I switched over to Amazon and bought the the three other books available in this series! Tessa and Hunter share a beautiful story of unexpectedly finding your true love. Now, at 1:30 a.m., when I should be sleeping, I have to start Tegan and Reed's story!
This was my first book by this author and I loved it! About halfway through, I switched over to Amazon and bought the the three other books available in this series! Tessa and Hunter share a beautiful story of unexpectedly finding your true love. Now, at 1:30 a.m., when I should be sleeping, I have to start Tegan and Reed's story!
October 13, 2017
Very sweet story!! I loved that the female character, Tessa was the Navy sailor. And Hunter was such a sexy single dad. The storyline was beautiful and I loved everything about it!
June 5, 2017
This was my first book by this author, so I didn't know what to expect. It didn't take me long to fall in love with Hunter and Tessa. It was a very beautifully written story and I can't wait to read what comes next. I highly recommend that you read this book, you won't be disappointed.
January 6, 2017
I really enjoyed the typical gender swap this book had. The woman, Tessa, being the one that was in the military and obsessed with her career and climbing up the ladder was a nice spin. I always find it refreshing to see a woman with some drive and ambition.
I’m giving it 4 stars just because I wish it had a bit more…. Something. Conflict or a struggle. It just seemed too good. I know, I’m horrible!! This is a great read and Santo’s really send you on a nice paced story. I try really hard not to give a rewritten synopsis for people who read the review.
I thought Hunter was such a great guy/dad. I mean, how could Tessa walk away? Everything about this book was just so fun. The relationships, friendships, sparks flying… everything was just done so nicely that it made this book such a fun and quick read. I’d recommend it to anyone who enjoys romance.
I received an ARC of this book with the hope that I will leave an Unbiased Opinion. I was not required to leave a review, positive or otherwise, and my opinions are just that... my opinions.
I’m giving it 4 stars just because I wish it had a bit more…. Something. Conflict or a struggle. It just seemed too good. I know, I’m horrible!! This is a great read and Santo’s really send you on a nice paced story. I try really hard not to give a rewritten synopsis for people who read the review.
I thought Hunter was such a great guy/dad. I mean, how could Tessa walk away? Everything about this book was just so fun. The relationships, friendships, sparks flying… everything was just done so nicely that it made this book such a fun and quick read. I’d recommend it to anyone who enjoys romance.
I received an ARC of this book with the hope that I will leave an Unbiased Opinion. I was not required to leave a review, positive or otherwise, and my opinions are just that... my opinions.
January 6, 2017
4 stars
This was a very good story. I liked Hunter and Tessa (and Sawyer) and enjoyed their story very much. This is the first story I've read by this author but I liked it well enough that I'm likely to read more of her work in the future.
Tessa is in the Navy and has a position working on helicopters. She spends much of her time state-side but does ship out at times for 6 months (or more) at a time. Tessa grew up in a small town and although she loves her family, she felt the need to get away and the Navy was the way to do it. Because of her job and the way it affects her life Tessa doesn't do long-term relationships...more like flings that last a couple weeks to a month. It doesn't bother her because she's never been much of a romantic anyways and isn't caught up on the idea of love and children.
Hunter is a history teacher who is also a single father to a 5 year old daughter named Sawyer. Hunter had a fuck-buddy type relationship in college that ended up in a pregnancy. The mother, Anne, didn't want to have a baby so Hunter managed to convince her to have Sawyer and then Hunter would take all responsibility. Once Sawyer was born, Hunter tried to engage Anne for Sawyer's sake but she was more interested in partying than being a mother.
Hunter is the fraternal twin to Marshal, Tessa's BFF (who also happens to be gay). She has never gotten to meet Hunter and it's a bit of a shock for her when Hunter comes for a visit and the chemistry between them is zinging. She wants Hunter from the first moment she sees him but she knows if they have a fling, it could make things difficult once it's done since his brother is her BFF and she just found out that Hunter is planning to move to the area, permanently. Hunter looks at Tessa and decides right there and then that she will be his. There is the "rejection" scene mentioned in the blurb but it's really not as intense as it's made to seem. Regardless of this, there are some stumbling blocks for Tessa and Hunter as they begin things between them.
Hunter works on convincing Tessa that she should give a relationship between them a try and she's unsure but finally agrees to give Hunter a chance. Of course this is helped along by the realization that Marshal seems intent on getting the two of them together and the fact that Tessa is enchanted by Sawyer and loves spending time with her. Once Tessa does agree to give a relationship with Hunter a try, there are some issues but nothing to major. The main issues end up being Anne and Tessa's being in the Navy and getting ready for a 6 month deployment (which Hunter is supportive of but the separation isn't a happy prospect for any of them). Things turn out well though and the story ends with Tessa and Hunter (and Sawyer) starting a HEA together.
This was a very enjoyable story. Tessa was a smart and sassy woman that is a bit of a tomboy and has a big heart. I liked her and was happy to see her get some happiness. Hunter was a good guy and great father to Sawyer...I'm glad he found something good for himself (and Sawyer) in Tessa. I also liked that he was sure of himself and not afraid to push for what he wants but not in a pushy or assholish way. Overall, I enjoyed this story very much and would recommend it. :)
This was a very good story. I liked Hunter and Tessa (and Sawyer) and enjoyed their story very much. This is the first story I've read by this author but I liked it well enough that I'm likely to read more of her work in the future.
Tessa is in the Navy and has a position working on helicopters. She spends much of her time state-side but does ship out at times for 6 months (or more) at a time. Tessa grew up in a small town and although she loves her family, she felt the need to get away and the Navy was the way to do it. Because of her job and the way it affects her life Tessa doesn't do long-term relationships...more like flings that last a couple weeks to a month. It doesn't bother her because she's never been much of a romantic anyways and isn't caught up on the idea of love and children.
Hunter is a history teacher who is also a single father to a 5 year old daughter named Sawyer. Hunter had a fuck-buddy type relationship in college that ended up in a pregnancy. The mother, Anne, didn't want to have a baby so Hunter managed to convince her to have Sawyer and then Hunter would take all responsibility. Once Sawyer was born, Hunter tried to engage Anne for Sawyer's sake but she was more interested in partying than being a mother.
Hunter is the fraternal twin to Marshal, Tessa's BFF (who also happens to be gay). She has never gotten to meet Hunter and it's a bit of a shock for her when Hunter comes for a visit and the chemistry between them is zinging. She wants Hunter from the first moment she sees him but she knows if they have a fling, it could make things difficult once it's done since his brother is her BFF and she just found out that Hunter is planning to move to the area, permanently. Hunter looks at Tessa and decides right there and then that she will be his. There is the "rejection" scene mentioned in the blurb but it's really not as intense as it's made to seem. Regardless of this, there are some stumbling blocks for Tessa and Hunter as they begin things between them.
Hunter works on convincing Tessa that she should give a relationship between them a try and she's unsure but finally agrees to give Hunter a chance. Of course this is helped along by the realization that Marshal seems intent on getting the two of them together and the fact that Tessa is enchanted by Sawyer and loves spending time with her. Once Tessa does agree to give a relationship with Hunter a try, there are some issues but nothing to major. The main issues end up being Anne and Tessa's being in the Navy and getting ready for a 6 month deployment (which Hunter is supportive of but the separation isn't a happy prospect for any of them). Things turn out well though and the story ends with Tessa and Hunter (and Sawyer) starting a HEA together.
This was a very enjoyable story. Tessa was a smart and sassy woman that is a bit of a tomboy and has a big heart. I liked her and was happy to see her get some happiness. Hunter was a good guy and great father to Sawyer...I'm glad he found something good for himself (and Sawyer) in Tessa. I also liked that he was sure of himself and not afraid to push for what he wants but not in a pushy or assholish way. Overall, I enjoyed this story very much and would recommend it. :)
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