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HERE AND NOW - Michelle Monkou

Harlequin Kimani/Romance

0-37386-002-1

January 2007


SYNOPSIS: When Laura Masterson’s first love Chase Dillard shows up back in her life again, it’s the beginning of a search for the truth about love, trust, and mending a broken heart.


SERIES ROMANCE |4| Anamaria Akins


REVIEW:  Laura Masterson has a new job as a physical therapist, and her life couldn’t be better; until she meets her new boss, Chase Dillard. The same Chase Dillard that put their relationship on hold to pursue his dreams. Laura and Chase met at a young age. They dated for years, some would say the bond they shared couldn’t be broken and there was even a possibility of marriage. Then Chase is offered a chance of a lifetime, an opportunity to become an Olympic medalist.

The plot keeps the reader guessing as to which one will give in to their feelings for the other first. The story moves along well, giving the reader time to get to know and care about the characters and to watch their relationships develop at a believable pace. The settings, while not a major element of the story, gives the reader a vivid picture of the characters everyday surroundings.

HERE AND NOW is a stirring, but fun novel which uses wit and humor in order to remind the reader of issues faced in relationships by both by both sexes. This is a story of love lost between two lovers, of shifting blame, and the impact that broken relationships have on those involved. It also outlines the themes of trust loyalty and forgiveness.

Overall, HERE AND NOW is an entertaining light read. I look forward to the next installment of the Masterson Clan. I recommend this book to others for their reading enjoyment.


reviewer@romanceincolor.com |12th April 2007