A review by bookishlychar
Delicate Escape by Catherine Cowles

challenging emotional hopeful inspiring mysterious slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

5.0

 

Delicate Escape is the second book in the Sparrow Falls series about Thea and Shep. Thea experienced abuse at the hands of an ex. She ran away and closed herself off from friendships and the world. She works, goes home and has minimal personal relationships. Shep noticed Thea a long time ago, she is the prickly, beautiful woman who works in the coffee shop. He wants to get to know her but doesn’t know how. All Shep does is continue to be friendly and gain her trust. When Thea gets a leak in her house, Shep takes that as an opportunity to prove he can be trusted. Thea finds that after all the running her past has caught up with her. Now she has to choose between giving up the life she has built or running again. 

 

Shep was such a kind, wonderful man. He knew that Thea struggled and was sure to allow her to lead the way in their relationship. He didn’t push her in any aspect, including explaining what happened in her past. I love how Shep made her feel safe. Thea is scared, but so strong. She regained her confidence and when given the opportunity and safety, came out of her shell. 

 

This town and the Colson family are amazing. They accept Thea with open arms and will do anything they can to support her. I’m so excited to see more of the stories that come from this family! The small town of Sparrow Falls was so well written, that I felt transported there. 

 

Catherine Cowles can write heroines that you love and heroes you fall for. There was no exception in this book. I loved Thea and Shep and was rooting for them to get their happily ever after. This is a great book, with a great story. Be sure to check it out! Thank you to the author for a copy of this book. All opinions are 100% mine. 

 

read if you like: black cat/golden retriever, forced proximity, he falls first, slow burn, romantic suspense