The First Word by Isley Robson

The First Word

by Isley Robson

To stay sane, Andie Tilly must keep her mind on her work. Her job as a pediatric occupational therapist is the perfect distraction from the unspeakable tragedy she experienced as a child. But when she meets alternative-energy magnate Rhys Griffiths and his autistic toddler, Will, she quickly realizes her heart will never be the same. Especially when her name becomes Will’s first word.

After accepting a position as a live-in therapist for Will, Andie steels herself against the appeal of the disconcertingly attractive—and attracted—Rhys. But their chemistry can no longer be denied, and their heated affair seems destined for happily ever after. A destiny Andie’s terrified to embrace.

When Andie’s guilt, Rhys’s awkwardness, and the abrupt appearance of an erratic ex threaten to dismantle their delicately blooming relationship, they must decide if love is worth the challenge. Can Andie and Rhys find their way back to each other? Or will the demons of the past simply prove too strong?

Reviewed by leelu92 on

4 of 5 stars

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I really enjoyed this debut book by Ms. Robson. She combined the romance between the adults and the complexity of a child with autism skillfully. I was quite fascinated with Andie's work as an occupational therapist and how she was able to help Will (an autistic child) and his father.
I'm definitely looking forward to reading more from Ms. Robson.

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