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A review by laurenjodi
Chasing Cassandra by Lisa Kleypas
5.0
Chasing Cassandra
4.5 Stars
Cassandra Ravenel wants nothing more than to fall in love and marry. Unfortunately, the object of her affection, Tom Severin, has sworn off love and is the last person she should attach herself to. But Tom cannot control his feelings for Cassandra, and when she finds herself in an untenable situation, he is determined to make things right.
To begin with, fans of Jennifer Ashley's, The Madness of Lord Ian Mackenzie will quickly recognize Tom's social awkwardness and inability to express emotion as Asperger's Syndrome. Despite his brilliant mind and engineering skill, Tom finds it difficult to deal with strong emotions, and as a result, has chosen to distance himself from others. Fortunately, Cassandra breaks through his barriers. and the reluctant hero-in-pursuit trope only adds to their physical chemistry and emotional intimacy.
In addition to the primary romance plot, there are also a number of dramatic subplots interwoven within the storyline that contribute both Tom and Cassandra's characterization and to their romance. The inclusion of couples from the previous book is an additional bonus.
Overall, Kleypas has outdone herself with this installment and I hope there will be more to come in the series.
4.5 Stars
Cassandra Ravenel wants nothing more than to fall in love and marry. Unfortunately, the object of her affection, Tom Severin, has sworn off love and is the last person she should attach herself to. But Tom cannot control his feelings for Cassandra, and when she finds herself in an untenable situation, he is determined to make things right.
To begin with, fans of Jennifer Ashley's, The Madness of Lord Ian Mackenzie will quickly recognize Tom's social awkwardness and inability to express emotion as Asperger's Syndrome. Despite his brilliant mind and engineering skill, Tom finds it difficult to deal with strong emotions, and as a result, has chosen to distance himself from others. Fortunately, Cassandra breaks through his barriers. and the reluctant hero-in-pursuit trope only adds to their physical chemistry and emotional intimacy.
In addition to the primary romance plot, there are also a number of dramatic subplots interwoven within the storyline that contribute both Tom and Cassandra's characterization and to their romance. The inclusion of couples from the previous book is an additional bonus.
Overall, Kleypas has outdone herself with this installment and I hope there will be more to come in the series.