This wasn’t what I expected, but that happens when you don’t read the synopsis. I trust Sarina Bowen and buy her books blindly.
I liked reading more about this world Ms. Bowen is creating. Most of her books take place in the same universe. Of course I love seeing characters from other books like Nate and Becca. Side note: I really want to re-read Brooklynaire. And I liked getting to meet Eric’s family. Another book in this series better be about Max and Scout. Also, Duff. Is he not the most adorable man?
This had some romantic suspense elements, but wasn’t super suspenseful. I would call it the right level of suspense, for me. Eric can be funny at times (plus, my boy Duff) so that adds levity. Sometimes I don’t like romantic suspense, because people just bang in the middle of crazy situations where they should be aware of their surroundings. It just drives me crazy. This didn’t have that.
Alex was an awesome heroine. She’s a bad-ass CEO. And she knows she can do her job. But she also has perfectly natural insecurities.
The romance progressed really well. There is an immediate sexual chemistry, but not insta-love. I’ve been re-reading Sarina Bowen books lately and she is good at writing that balance. And I loved that they were friends when they were awkward little kids. It’s so adorable. Eric’s journey to falling in love with Alex was well done. I loved reading it.
There is a pregnancy element to this story. That is not my favorite trope/plot element to read. I don’t really have any complaints about the execution-it’s just personal preference.
I’m always happy to spend more time in a Sarina Bowen book. I am looking forward to reading more of The Company. Hopefully soon.
Thanks for reading!
Holly