Anything For Love (Bradens & Montgomerys (Pleasant Hill - Oak Falls), #2)

by Melissa Foster

[Nadz@Totally Addicted to Reading]

One of the most heart-rending moments is when we blame ourselves for the death of a loved one. Where we keep second guessing ourselves as to whether or not we could have done more or do something differently that would have prevented their death. Beau Braden has been carrying that weight on his shoulder for almost a decade. A weight which isolated him from family and friends as he believed they also blamed him for the tragedy. This weight bogged him down to the point where every year on the anniversary he distanced himself further away from his family. This year was no different. He intends to take up a job offer has a reality TV host in LA. However, before he does, he gladly took on a repair job at Sterling Inn on the recommendations of his uncle. What he never expected was the sexy, but conservative Charlotte Sterling who would turn his world inside out.

Charlotte Sterling is an erotic romance writer who is suffering a case of writer's block with her current novel. To address this she role-play with blow up dolls and a variety of sex toys. It was during one of her role-plays she came face to face with Beau. I bet you can imagine how that meeting went. (wink). I will tell you this much it had me laughing. Even now as I am writing this review, the memory has me grinning from ear to ear.

These two, although opposites are a match made in heaven. Charlotte was looking for the type of love her parents shared. Stuff made of fairy tales. She wants to experience a relationship where intimacy meant something, not just a quick roll in the hay. She thought that kind of love no longer existed, but that was until she met Beau. Beau was not looking for love in any size, shape. However, Charlotte stirred feelings he never expected to experience again. Pain ruled his life. He refuses to let go of the pain from the past. However, Charlotte as a believer of true love and fairy tale endings was determined to show him he could experience love once again. She restored hope and love in his life.

Watching them together was such a delight. Their interactions with each other were sweet, heartwarming and hot. They blended into each other’s world and I loved how Beau assisted her in her research with writing a scene. They helped to build each other, which aided in their journey of healing, self-discovery and love.

The story was exactly what I expected from Miss Foster. Heartwarming, sweet and steamy, with a focus on family friendships. This was a quick and easy read although there were moments when I found it dragged somewhat. However, this did not prevent me from enjoying the story.

Conclusion/Recommendation
Once again, Melissa Foster delivered a sweet, sizzling and heartwarming story with relatable characters. Fans of contemporary romance will enjoy this new addition to the Bradens and Montgomery series.