Let me start by saying this book WRECKED me in the best possible way. M. Robinson delivers an emotional gut-punch with Christian and Kinley's story that had me alternating between swooning and sobbing into my tissues.

The chemistry between these two is OFF THE CHARTS. Christian is that perfect blend of alpha male and devoted husband - his unwavering love for Kinley even when she's pushing him away? *chef's kiss* And those tattoos? YUM. Meanwhile, Kinley frustrated me at times (girl, STOP self-sabotaging!), but her pain felt so raw and real.

What really got me was how relatable their struggles were. That feeling of loving someone deeply but life getting in the way? The fertility issues adding extra pressure? Oof - M. Robinson nails those painful, intimate moments that make or break relationships.

The steam factor is... well, let's just say I needed a cold shower after certain scenes. But what makes this special is how the passion ties into their emotional journey - it's not just sex, it's communication when words fail them.

Fair warning: have tissues ready. The first half had me crying UGLY tears (my dog was seriously concerned). But that payoff when they finally break through their miscommunications? Absolutely worth the heartache.

If you love angsty second-chance romances with depth beyond just the bedroom scenes, this is your next must-read. Just maybe don't start it at work unless you're okay explaining puffy eyes to coworkers!