I’ve read quite a few of Scott’s books and somehow she surprises me every time. They don’t only have new characters but they each have their own feel as well. With The Heart we spend quite a bit of time learning about Alex and Jo individually as well as seeing themgure things out as a couple. And because of that it feels a bit more like a character piece than your typical romance.

Alex is doing a lot of juggling between his duties as coach (and friend). trying to figure out his new relationship with Jo, and the aftermath of the accident. Jo is also working out things with Alex, as well as being a probie firefighter and some family issues with her dad’s recent death.

It makes it all so real because that’s the way normal people deal with falling in love. Not only do you have the new person and all the feels that go with that, but you also have your normal everyday life and the responsibilities that go with it. Scott keeps it going together smoothly with interesting characters, engaging writing and just enough drama to keep you on your toes.

*** I voluntarily read a Review Copy of this book. All opinions stated are solely my own and no one else’s. ***