With series like Bourbon Springs and Bourbonland, Jennifer Bramseth has made readers take notice. Sharp Practice is only the latest in a group of well written testaments of power, scandal and legacy. Garner and Nina are like a country love song without the melody. Young love turned into adult heartache, as they set out to fulfill their destinies. Betrayal tore them apart. Will tragedy, scandal and a high profile case give them a second chance? Sharp Practice is a dynamic start to what looks to be a sensational series. ( )

Sharp Practice by Jennifer Bramseth
Bourbanland #1

Garner Robson and Nina Cain were lovers for years until something tore their relationship apart. Nina’s dream of a happily ever after was further shattered when Garner married someone rather quickly and started a family with her. Dealing with being a widower and single parent Garner realizes that his love for Nina never died and he wants her back in his life but with all that happened between them is there any way for him to win her back? Add into this second-chance-at-love love story a huge legal case pitting Nina against the King of Sharp Practice, their families, potential characters for future books in the series, a mention or more of couples in the previous series, wonderful scenery, great food – often made with bourbon, and…more…and you have a story that is complex and a delicious read.

What I liked:
* Garner’s love for his daughter and his willingness to try again
* Nina’s willingness to give Garner a second chance even though she had been hurt and still had hurt feelings
* Ruby – a cute baby well loved by all
* Supporting characters that I believe will have their own books: Corrie and Leo come to mind
* The legal stuff including the trial and appointment of a new judge
* The interactions between Nina and Garner – hot or not
* Hoping for the HEA but not being 100% sure the two would make it.

What I didn’t like?
* Can’t think of anything ;)

So, if you are looking for a legal romance that offers a heart wrenching second chance at love that is well written, perfectly plotted, and at times intense then I recommend this book to you. I always learn more about the law while enjoying the romances when reading this author’s novels. This book provided a couple that had to learn from mistakes, grow as individuals, determine who and what they wanted in their futures AND then find the strength to reach out and grab it.

Thank you to the author for the ARC. This is my honest review.

5 Stars ( )