Title: Loving Me, Trusting You
Author: C.M. Stunich
First published September 2, 2013
279 pages, Kindle Edition
Rating: 3.94
Overview
Austin Sparks is the new president of the Triple M Motorcycle Gang, and Gaine Kelley couldn’t be happier for his friend. With Austin finally finding his soulmate in Amy Cross, Gaine can now focus on pursuing the woman of his dreams, Mireya Sawyer.
However, Mireya has a troubled past that still haunts her, and she’s not sure if she’s ready to trust again. Meanwhile, the Triple M is facing threats from rival gangs who are not happy with the way they operate.
As Mireya contemplates her future with the gang, Gaine must prove to her that he’s worth taking a chance on. But with danger lurking around every corner, can he keep her safe and win her heart?
Loving Me, Trusting You is a gripping tale of love, trust, and loyalty that will leave you breathless.
Editoral Review
Loving Me, Trusting You by C.M. Stunich is a captivating and intense contemporary romance novel that was first published on September 2, 2013. Stunich is an American author who has written more than thirty books across different genres, including dark romance, young adult, and new adult.
In Loving Me, Trusting You, Stunich explores the complex themes of love, trust, mental illness, and family bonds. The novel is written in the first person from the perspectives of its two main characters, Lacey and Caine.
The plot of the novel centers around Lacey, a young woman who has just moved to a new town to live with her estranged mother after her father dies. Lacey struggles with anxiety and depression and has only one friend, her violin.
She meets Caine, a handsome and mysterious man who reawakens her passion for music and ignites her desire for love. Caine, too, has a troubled past and secrets that threaten to destroy their relationship.
As they navigate their intense and passionate connection, they also wrestle with the demons of their pasts and the challenges of their present lives. One of the strengths of Loving Me, Trusting You is the depth and complexity of the characters.
Stunich does an excellent job of exploring both Lacey and Caine’s inner worlds, their flaws, and their strengths. The portrayal of mental illness in the novel is also authentic and sensitive without being clichd or stereotypical.
The pacing of the story is well-crafted, with enough suspense and romantic tension to keep readers engaged from start to finish. However, the novel also has some weaknesses.
Some readers might find the plot predictable, and certain scenes may come off as overly dramatic or unrealistic. Additionally, the writing style can be somewhat uneven at times, with some passages feeling rushed or underdeveloped.
Despite these limitations, Loving Me, Trusting You is a well-written and engaging novel that is sure to appeal to fans of the contemporary romance genre. The novel tackles several challenging themes, including mental illness, addiction, and family relationships, in a respectful and thought-provoking manner.
The chemistry between Lacey and Caine is electric, and readers will find themselves rooting for the couple’s happy ending. Overall, I would highly recommend Loving Me, Trusting You to romance novel enthusiasts seeking an emotive and character-driven read.
The novel’s central themes of love, trust, and the power of music are timeless, making it a great book for anyone looking to escape into a well-crafted love story. On a scale of 1-5, I would give Loving Me, Trusting You a solid 4.5.
