Can she tempt this single dad…
To take a risk in paradise?
Divorced New York firefighter and paramedic Zach Murphy
is looking forward to the more relaxed pace of Hawaiian life and building a
brighter future for himself and his son. But his stunning new search and rescue
colleague Lulu Kahale has the potential to derail his dreams of a quiet
existence! Falling in love was never part of the plan, but Lulu tempts Zach to
break all his own rules…
Zach and his six-year-old son, Harry, moved to Hawaii after
his divorce. As a now-single dad of a special needs son, he needs day-to-day
help if he's going to give Harry the best life possible. Zach's parents had
moved to Hawaii earlier, so Zach went where he had support. Leaving his busy
job as a firefighter and paramedic in Manhattan wasn't easy, but he looks
forward to a more relaxed way of life. He did not expect the dynamo of coworker
Lulu.
Lulu is the youngest of six, with five overprotective
older brothers. Their grandmother raised them after their parents drowned when
she was a child. Accustomed to dealing with her brothers, Lulu doesn't back
down for anyone, even her hot new boss.
Lulu and Zach got off to a rough start. Lulu doesn't hesitate
to bend the rules when she thinks it's necessary, and Zach is by the book. Adding
to the antagonism, Lulu had applied for the job Zach has now, and he bought the
house Lulu has been saving up to buy. Neither expected the intense attraction
they felt for each other.
I enjoyed the development of Zach and Lulu's
relationship. They got over their antagonism quickly once their tempers cooled.
I liked how Lulu took the whole Murphy family under her wing and introduced
them to island life. The more time they spent together, the stronger their
attraction grew, and the harder it was to resist the feelings that came along. When
they finally give in, the deepening of their relationship accelerates.
However, it may be too much, too fast, as the depth of
their feelings stirs up old insecurities. Then, a distressing rescue call drives
a wedge between them, each one lashing out in hurt and anger. I ached for both
as each had to face their past before they could look to a future together. I
loved the ending, and the epilogue was sweet.
Family is a huge part of this book. Lulu's large Hawaiian
family is terrific. Her brothers' overprotectiveness comes from their deep love
for their little sister, though it often frustrates her. They are always there
to support each other when needed. I liked their grandmother and the wisdom she
dispenses. However, my favorite secondary character is Zach's son, Harry.
Though he has his challenges (cerebral palsy), he is such a happy and energetic
kiddo that I looked forward to scenes with him. I loved his immediate bond with
Lulu and his awe of Mak.
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