When I read the first book in this series, I was so excited to see what Cole had in store for us with the next three books and I gotta say she didn't disappoint. While it seems that things work out a little too conveniently with who these people are and what their meeting means, I'm happy to overlook it because I like how the story plays out :) (I'm not going to give too much away just in case you don't know who Reid is and why he's important.)

Lia is fantastic - she's fun, sassy and embraces her own style. For the most part she's comfortable in her skin and likes all the things that makes her her. Reid is also comfortable in his skin (and what sexy skin it is), but he's also got a huge heart and gives back to his community. Plus he's willing to stop and help a damsel in distress ...

I really appreciate that other than a propensity to fall in love (and a father that is seriously horrible), Lia doesn't come into this with a lot of baggage. And Reid only carries a little guilt over what happened in Chicago. The story basically starts with these two meeting, getting to know each other, and then the real fun begins when Reid visits Lia at work :)

Like the other Second Circle Tattoos stories, there is danger involved and some intrigue over who is causing them trouble. It's a very well played out mystery and I really like how Cole resolved everything.

I can't wait to see what Cole has in store next. There's lots of opportunities and it looks like it might be Dred's guys next. And I'm super excited to see them again and find out more about their histories.

(Complimentary copy provided in exchange for an honest review)