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Camden by Sawyer Bennett
4.0

3.75 - 4*s

Cam is struggling a bit almost a year after the tragedy that took most of the Titans. His coach suggests going to a social function with other survivors. It's not a therapy session, just a chance to be with others who understand. And while there he runs into an old friend, the widow of a teammate. When feelings start to develop, Cam is afraid that it could impact the current team and is hesitant to go public.

Dani has come to terms with the loss of her husband and is moving forward with the new phase of her life. Meeting Cam again, seeing him be there for her and her son, has her thinking that maybe there could be something more. But will the secrecy be too much for her to take?

I enjoyed Camden & Dani, and I get where they are both coming from, but you really have to be ok with a slow burn story. It takes a while for them, especially Cam, to be brave enough to take that next step. And even longer for him to come to terms what a relationship with Dani might mean. It's not going to be for everyone but for those who have a lot of patience I think it pays off.

**I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.**