Reviews

Breakaway, by Rochelle Alers

racquels's review against another edition

4.0

I loved it! I felt like I'd been starving for stories of the Cole family once I'd picked up the book! "Breakaway" defines contemporary romance. The dialogue, scenes, and language was brazen and fresh. Celia and Gavin's chemistry heated up each pages while, their banter made you laugh. Anyone who's followed the Hideaway series know that the Cole's, and Kirkland's can be a bit intimidating, but Gavin Faulkner held his own. This book is now my favorite in the Cole family romances. I'd definitely recommend this book to anyone who is looking for a fresh bold new romance to read.

tonireads's review against another edition

4.0

Breakaway is the latest in the books about the Cole-Thomas family. Celia Cole-Thomas is on extended leave from her job as a doctor in a Florida hospital. She was hit during a shoot out in the emergency room and her fiance, a doctor as well, was killed as a result of the incident. The trial for the assailant is coming up soon and in an effort to prepare for it her she travels to her home in the North Carolina mountains for some peace and quiet and to regroup. Also in the area to look for his brother as part of an undercover operation is FBI agent Gavin Faulkner. As part of his cover, he must blend in to the community and befriending Celia is the best way to do that. Once Gavin finds out Celia's story, his professional and personal need to protect her kick in.



I always enjoy the Hideaway series and the Cole-Thomas'. The initial meeting(s) of Celia and Gavin was cute and I especially enjoyed the side trip to Staunton, Virginia, my mother's hometown. While there wasn't a lot of action and I felt that the storyline surrounding Gavin's brother wrapped up a little too quickly, this was still a great read.