MARRY ME by Karen Stivali is not part of a series, but I
wish it was because I thoroughly enjoyed this book and
would love to read more about some of the other
characters. This is a great story for fans who enjoy
romances in which the hero pursues the heroine. If Ben
was a different type of guy, MARRY ME might not be as
enjoyable as it is. MARRY ME is a story that is all about
the main characters and the evolution of their
relationship, and the newness and feeling of wonder that
it brings.
Ben Davis won me over from page one. Ben is a rock star,
but his sincerity and tenderness in his single-minded
pursuit of clothing designer Julia Jones is truly swoon-
worthy. I like that Ben is a widower who knows what true
love is, as well as the agony of losing that love. Rather
than toying with Julia to feed his ego, Ben is genuinely
smitten and it's a beautiful thing to behold. I love a
hero with real charm and Ben is a fantasy with a British
accent. Ben's courtship of Julia is delightful with
surprisingly normal and intimate encounters, rather than
an over-the-top seduction, to show how he's considerate
of her needs.
Having this story told from two perspectives gives the
reader a complete portrait of the main characters.
Hearing Ben's true innermost thoughts makes him even more
amazing than he would otherwise appear, and getting a
peek at Julia's thoughts makes her actions, and desire to
go slow in her relationship with Ben, more
understandable. Instead of a villain trying to keep Ben
and Julia apart, it is Julia's emotional baggage that she
has to battle in order to find happiness with Ben. While
Ben is nothing like Julia's abusive ex-boyfriend, his
protective streak gives her pause.
MARRY ME is a frothy, flirty treat with a fun romance and
a sexy rock star hero with a sweet side. Karen Stivali
manages to strike the right balance between heavy
emotional impact and sexy fun. I like Ben's buddies and
would be very interested to read prequel stories about
how they found love. I look forward to reading more
contemporary romance by Karen Stivali.
When British drummer Ben Davis lost his childhood
sweetheart, he vowed to never love again. He immerses
himself in his music, which propels him to international
stardom and a lavish lifestyle, but has left his heart
cold---until he meets creative and sexy clothing designer
Julia Jones.
Julia's career may be skyrocketing, but her personal
life tanked when her last boyfriend crossed the line from
controlling to violent. Certain that romance is not in the
cards for her, she focuses on her career. Then devastatingly
sexy Ben strolls into her life and his intoxicating charisma
is impossible to resist.
Once Julia allows Ben into her bed and her heart, they
fall hard and fast. But when Julia's life is endangered,
Ben's reaction terrifies her. They both must confront their
past demons if they want a chance at a future together.
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