A review by petra_reviews_mm
Missed Steps by L. Sherleen

challenging emotional funny hopeful sad tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

 Everything I wished for—so much hurt/comfort and all the feels.

Despite this being an enemies-to-lovers story, there’s virtually no angst between the two. Yes, there are moments where Mark learns about Kyle’s boundaries and needs, and sometimes things go sideways, but otherwise, it’s filled with doting, protectiveness, and caretaking (I gobbled it all up!). The drama mostly comes from outside the relationship, but it’s never overwhelming.

The found family and how they find their HEA are nicely and realistically woven into the narrative.

Plus, the delicious spice had me melting.

This is definitely going on my favorites list because I’ll be re-reading it for sure.