This is the third book in a series and while the first two books are a duet and must be read in order, you could probably read this one on it’s own. But then again, the duet was really freaking good so I say read all of them. This series was my introduction to Brit Benson and I’m so impressed! She writes really some emotional and devastating romance that I’m so into. I’ve been so curious about Sam and have been dying to hear her story and phew I wasn’t prepared for the upheaval and emotions it would bring. I’m not always big on angst but it worked for me here because there were some really good reasons for it and the author did such a good job at showcasing a variety of emotions in these characters. Sam is such a strong person and learning her backstory about broke me, such painful stuff. The patience Chris has with her was so sweet and tender, he’s patient and kind and the only man who could crack Sam’s tough exterior. Adored them together and their hard fought HEA was too good. Desiree Ketchum really brought the emotions in her portrayal of Sam, she was so good and the raw vulnerability in her voice gave me goosebumps at times. Austin Stone as Chris was also incredible, sometimes when a narrator laughs during a scene it’s kinda cringey and his deep chuckle was cute and sexy, again so good!