At first I didn't care for Rafe. He was rude, gruff, and just had a bad attitude. I didn't see how he could be redeemed, but Janelle was able to turn him into a sympathetic character. Once he opened up he was a completely different, and much more likable, man.

I loved Lauren. She refused to back down to Rafe; instead she took the time to break down his walls and make not only him, but the whole town, see that a good man did exist underneath the rough exterior.

I also adored Chad and was happy to see the orphan get to meet his idol and find his own happy ending.

This is the third book in the Destined For Love series, but it's a standalone. I do recommend reading the other books as well because they were all good, but it's definitely not required to read them first.

**A free copy was provided by the author in exchange for an honest review** ( )