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3.51 AVERAGE
3.51 AVERAGE
Thank you Claire for making such real and relatable characters! They both have fun personality quirks, and they don’t shy away from their trauma and how that plays out in relationships. This book also has a great representation of how friends and extended relatives become a beautiful, supportive, chosen family. If you’re looking for a swoony romance that leaves you feeling all the good feels—you’ve found it!
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review. This is the start of the Veterans of Silver Ridge Series and can be read as a standalone, though characters from the author's Back to Silver Ridge Series and [b:Love Undercover|161094061|Love Undercover|Claire Cain|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1689106147l/161094061._SY75_.jpg|172923523] make appearances. It may be difficult to keep up with names, especially if you haven't read the books I mentioned, but, once the plot goes further, I think it shouldn't be as difficult. The book's blurb lets you know what to expect, though be aware that abandonment, child neglect, substance abuse, and kidnapping are themes explored. Made for You is told through Bruce and Nikki's pov and is a beautiful story about two individuals who are soulmates.
Being left without a job and feeling uncertain about what her future holds makes it the perfect time for Nikki to move to Silver Ridge to help her grandmother. She loves her grandmother, her only living relative, and would've still moved even if she had a job but her grandmother asking for help was a little push that Nikki was grateful for. Because of her upbringing, Nikki isn't used to letting people in her life or assuming that they would want to stay but she slowly starts to change her mind as she makes friends in town, including Bruce. She's attracted to him but, more than that, she feels secure in his presence and cherished. As she spends more time with Bruce, she begins to picture a life for herself that she hadn't envisioned before. I adored Nikki. Her enthusiasm for math was cute,even if I hate the subject, and I liked how it helped her to grow close to Kiley, Bruce's sister. Even though Nikki wasn't sure if she was capable of returning the love that she was given, she was a natural at it.
As a retired special ops soldier, Bruce is adjusting to a life out of the field co-running a personal security business and being a guardian to Kiley, his teenage sister. While he's content with the job he has now, because it gives him more time to spend with Kiley, there are things he's still figuring out. Trying to navigate between being a brother and father figure at the same time leaves him feeling lost at times. With everything he has on his plate, having a serious relationship isn't something that he has really considered. When he meets Nikki, he feels an undeniable pull to her but he's not sure if he would be able to give himself fully like he believes she deserves. I don't think it's possible not to love Bruce. He's caring, protective, and all around good guy. He takes his commitments and relationships serious so, once he makes a decision, he is all in.
Although they instantly feel a spark between them, their romance is a slow burn. Neither is looking for a relationship nor do they feel like they are at a place in their respective lives where they can be in one. Yet, the chemistry between them is strong and the friendship they develop is nice. Bruce and Nikki are able to be open with each other about thoughts and feelings they keep hidden. And, even though their situations are different, they understand each other and perfectly fit into each other's lives. One of my favorite things about them is the way they communicated with each other and worked through things together. However, they each had their own personal growth to do and I enjoyed that just as much as their romance. The romance is a closed door full of sweet tension leading to fade to black. Aside from the romance, I really enjoyed the relationship that Nikki had with her grandmother and the one that Bruce had with Kiley. The side characters were also fun and I can't wait to read their stories too. This was a great start to the series and I think readers, especially those who've been waiting on Bruce's story, will be happy with it.
Being left without a job and feeling uncertain about what her future holds makes it the perfect time for Nikki to move to Silver Ridge to help her grandmother. She loves her grandmother, her only living relative, and would've still moved even if she had a job but her grandmother asking for help was a little push that Nikki was grateful for. Because of her upbringing, Nikki isn't used to letting people in her life or assuming that they would want to stay but she slowly starts to change her mind as she makes friends in town, including Bruce. She's attracted to him but, more than that, she feels secure in his presence and cherished. As she spends more time with Bruce, she begins to picture a life for herself that she hadn't envisioned before. I adored Nikki. Her enthusiasm for math was cute,
As a retired special ops soldier, Bruce is adjusting to a life out of the field co-running a personal security business and being a guardian to Kiley, his teenage sister. While he's content with the job he has now, because it gives him more time to spend with Kiley, there are things he's still figuring out. Trying to navigate between being a brother and father figure at the same time leaves him feeling lost at times. With everything he has on his plate, having a serious relationship isn't something that he has really considered. When he meets Nikki, he feels an undeniable pull to her but he's not sure if he would be able to give himself fully like he believes she deserves. I don't think it's possible not to love Bruce. He's caring, protective, and all around good guy. He takes his commitments and relationships serious so, once he makes a decision, he is all in.
Although they instantly feel a spark between them, their romance is a slow burn. Neither is looking for a relationship nor do they feel like they are at a place in their respective lives where they can be in one. Yet, the chemistry between them is strong and the friendship they develop is nice. Bruce and Nikki are able to be open with each other about thoughts and feelings they keep hidden. And, even though their situations are different, they understand each other and perfectly fit into each other's lives. One of my favorite things about them is the way they communicated with each other and worked through things together. However, they each had their own personal growth to do and I enjoyed that just as much as their romance. The romance is a closed door full of sweet tension leading to fade to black. Aside from the romance, I really enjoyed the relationship that Nikki had with her grandmother and the one that Bruce had with Kiley. The side characters were also fun and I can't wait to read their stories too. This was a great start to the series and I think readers, especially those who've been waiting on Bruce's story, will be happy with it.
emotional
hopeful
reflective
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Rating: Enjoyed It 💚🩷
Spice Rating: 🌶️ Closed Door Romance, Kissing scenes
Would I read more by this author: Yes
Spice Rating: 🌶️ Closed Door Romance, Kissing scenes
Would I read more by this author: Yes
lighthearted
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
lighthearted
relaxing
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
N/A
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
slow-paced
adventurous
emotional
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
emotional
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
First book by this author.
-Dual POV
-Foster care / guardianship
-Math whiz FMC
-Security company / retired mil tary MMC
-Lots of secondary and interconnecting characters from other books/series
-Dual POV
-Foster care / guardianship
-Math whiz FMC
-Security company / retired mil tary MMC
-Lots of secondary and interconnecting characters from other books/series
Super cute couple and I love when the MMC is gone for the FMC from the start. A bit more time spent on side plot lines than I typically like, but it makes sense since it’s the start of a series.