Hero by Samantha Young
Publication Date: February 3rd 2015 by NAL
About the book:
The emotional and unforgettable new romance from the New York Times bestselling author of the On Dublin Street series.
Alexa Holland’s father was her hero—until her shocking discovery that she and her mother weren't his only family. Ever since, Alexa has worked to turn her life in a different direction and forge her own identity outside of his terrible secrets. But when she meets a man who’s as damaged by her father’s mistakes as she is, Alexa must help him.
Caine Carraway wants nothing to do with Alexa’s efforts at redemption, but it’s not so easy to push her away. Determined to make her hate him, he brings her to the edge of her patience and waits for her to walk away. But his actions only draw them together and, despite the odds, they begin an intense and explosive affair.
Only Caine knows he can never be the white knight that Alexa has always longed for. And when they're on the precipice of danger, he finds he’ll do anything to protect either one of them from being hurt again…
My
Thoughts:
I enjoyed Hero far more than I expected. I’ve been at my
limit for angst, and have a low tolerance for it, but somehow Samantha Young
writes it in such a way that I’m not annoyed, instead I’m moved. I was plunged into Alexa and Caine’s romance
feeling everything they experienced, profoundly, right along with them. I
forgot how addictive Ms. Young’s books are, so addictive that I read Hero in
one day!
When Alexa Holland meets Caine Carraway for the first time
she’s surprised and stunned. Not only is he handsome, and a famous self-made
millionaire, he’s someone she shares a painful connection with. Both have been hurt by the same man, Alexa’s
father, but Caine doesn’t want to hear any of that. He instead lashes out and
turns her life upside down. What Caine doesn’t realize is that Alexa’s is
determined and she won’t go down easy.
Alexa’s persistence lands her in a position close enough for
Caine to torment her on a daily basis, but it also allows her a chance to get
close and correct his assumptions. Yes,
she’s attracted to him, but that’s only part of what draws her. It’s a shared connection in pain, and Alexa
wants to find a way to say sorry for all he’s gone through. She has no hope that Caine would ever look at
her, a Holland, with desire, but boy was she wrong. They kick off on a tumultuous, passionate
affair, and Alexa knows her heart is headed for a spectacular break, but oh
what a ride!
I felt more connected to Alexa than Caine, which is to be
expected since the story was written from her POV. She was patient with Caine, hoped for more
when he promised nothing, and at times I wanted her to step up and stand up for
herself. BUT that may have
backfired. I don’t think Alexa would’ve
wedged herself into Caine’s heart so deeply had she let her pride get in the
way of her feelings for him.
I didn’t get much insight into what Caine was feeling or his
motives beyond speculation on what Alexa experienced with him. But his actions
spoke louder than words, and his denials of feeling more for Alexa than just a
desire to screw her didn’t match his actions.
His possessiveness, protectiveness, and needy desire spoke volumes and
shined light on his true feelings long before his words did.
As usual with Samantha Young, she expertly twisted my
emotions, sending me on happy highs and then crushing lows before delivering a
dreamy happily ever after. I loved every minute!
I am so glad you enjoyed this book, Rachel! Great review! I loved it - one of my favorites so far this year.
ReplyDeleteIt was an addictive read, Brandie! I should never doubt I'll love a read by Samantha Young! :) And thanks!
DeleteI might use this book for the same challenge category. :)
ReplyDeleteI hope you like it! It reminded me of 50 Shades without the BDSM. :)
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