Starting Something (Cade Creek, #5)

by Stormy Glenn

[Cocktails and Books]

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I really liked this book...a lot.  In fact, I enjoy the entire "Cade Creek" series.  The characters are extremely lovable, even when they're damaged souls who need to be healed.  The plots are well thought out and interesting.  There is action, mystery, and intrigue.  Finally...well...they're sexy as hell.

"Starting Something" is no different than the others.  We have Hank, the fireman, and Sammy, the nurse.  They're powerfully attracted to each other and have a...ahem...successful date.  There are feelings involved, but something bad happens (I'm not going to give it away because it's part of the great story.), and Hank leaves Sammy's place and doesn't want to have anything to do with him anymore.  Sammy is confused because he has no idea what happened to make Hank leave.  The story really takes off from there, and some of it is really heavy, but you know what?  It's perfect!  It also brings together a lot of characters from past "Cade Creek" books, and they're unstoppable when they gather :-)  There is a lot going on, but it's not jumbled.  Obviously, Ms. Glenn put a lot of thought into the book, and it shows.  You'll feel happy, angsty, angry, and excited...some of it all at once.

Hank and Sammy have a great connection.  It's not just physical.  It's real emotion and real love, even if they have to find their way back to each other after what happened in the beginning.  I rooted for them from the very beginning.  I should also mention that their sexual chemistry is fantastic.  I mean...wow!  It's equal parts urgency and tenderness, and there's even some humor in there.  I love hot sex scenes, but when the couple is able to relax, enjoy each other, and laugh, they're even better.

All of this pulls together to give the reader a very satisfying ending.  It also opens up a lot of room for future "Cade Creek" books, and I'm very excited about that.  Each of the books can be read as stand alones because enough exposition is provided.  I do recommend that you start at the beginning because you can get to know each character mentioned.  You won't be confused, but really, all of the citizens of Cade Creek are interesting and sexy, so you won't be sorry if you find yourself reading them all.This book was reviewed by a member of the review staff at Cocktails and Books. The name of the reviewer can be found under the post categories.