Title: Falling for the Marine
Author: Samanthe Beck
First published October 28, 2013
250 pages, ebook
ISBN: 9781622663514 (ISBN10: 1622663519)
Rating: 4.02
Overview
Falling for the Marine by Samanthe Beck is a steamy romance novel that will leave you breathless. Michael McCade, a USMC helicopter pilot, is determined to get back into the cockpit and keep his nose clean until then.
However, when his neighbor, Chloe Kincaid, becomes his masseuse, he can’t resist her tempting touch. Chloe is only looking for a casual hook up, but when Major Hottie himself shows up on her massage table, all bets are off.
Now they must pretend to be engaged to avoid the consequences of their actions. But can Chloe keep her heart from falling for the straight-arrow soldier?
This novel is a must-read for anyone who loves a sexy, fake engagement story.
About the Author
Samanthe Beck is an author of contemporary romance novels, who lives in Cincinnati, Ohio with her husband, Charles, and their energetic son, Hud. They also have a cat named Gander, who is a skilled ninja assassin.
In addition to writing, Samanthe enjoys indulging in her love of wine and seeking out the perfect cabernet to enjoy while listening to ASMR podcasts. She’s also a fan of getting her characters to their happily ever after endings in creative and exciting ways.
Samanthe is a lover of sleep and enjoys spending her free time with her family, playing with Nerf blasters, and rocking out on her electric guitar.
Editoral Review
Falling for the Marine by Samanthe Beck is a contemporary romance novel that was first published on October 28, 2013. Beck is an American author who has written a handful of romance novels.
Falling for the Marine is a part of her McCade Brothers series. The plot of the book revolves around the two main characters, Abby and Joe.
Abby is a bartender who is trying to keep her life together after a recent divorce, and Joe is a former marine who is struggling with PTSD. The two meet at Abby’s bar and instantly have a connection.
As they become closer, Abby and Joe must navigate their respective past traumas and figure out if they can overcome them together. The setting of the book is mainly in and around a small town in Texas, and the conflicts that arise come from the characters’ personal struggles rather than external forces.
While Falling for the Marine is a relatively straightforward romance novel, it touches on important issues like PTSD and divorce. It also explores the idea of second chances in love and how it is possible to move on from past relationships.
These themes are particularly relevant in today’s world, where divorce rates are relatively high and the experiences of veterans are still not widely understood. Beck’s writing is solid, and she does a good job of creating complex characters with relatable struggles.
The chemistry between Abby and Joe is palpable, and the reader is invested in their relationship from the start. One of the book’s strengths is the way that Beck handles the portrayal of Joe’s PTSD.
She shows the reader how it affects his life, but she also gives him agency and portrays him as more than just someone who needs to be rescued. One of the book’s weaknesses, however, is that the plot can feel a bit predictable at times.
While the characters are well-developed, some of the plot points feel like they have been done before. Additionally, the resolution of the conflicts feels slightly rushed and could have been given more space to develop.
Overall, Falling for the Marine is a solid romance novel with well-developed characters and important themes. While it is not groundbreaking, it provides an enjoyable escape for those who are looking for a good love story.
Those who are fans of the genre will likely appreciate it. For fans of contemporary romance, Falling for the Marine is a book that is worth checking out.
It offers an engaging story with compelling characters and touches on important themes that are relevant to our world. While it may not be the most memorable book in the genre, it is still a worthwhile read.
The book receives a rating of three out of five stars.
