A review by ljamison01
What's Left of Us by B. Celeste

dark emotional mysterious 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? No

4.5

This story focuses on Lincoln and Georgia and its told using multiple timelines. The book starts in the present and then goes into the past and goes full circle. This is not a favorite writing technique I enjoy. Going back and forth sometimes makes me the reader confused but it was used well and I liked how the chapter titles told us the time frame and whose point of view was being shown. Lincoln is a police officer who is now divorced from his wife but he was involved in a bad shootout that left him injured and a friend and coworker deceased. His ex wife knew about the situation he was about to enter and told him not to go. Georgia’s father is involved in some shady dealings. Her father’s business was in direct contrast with Lincoln’s job. Lincoln because of this incident must attend counseling so they can clear him to return to work. At first he is very reluctant to open to his therapist but as time goes on we learn a great deal about his relationship with Georgia and his career. Lincoln is a very tough guy, dominant, aggressive and strong willed. Georgia was harder to label, she was very submissive to Lincoln and their intimate moments are very steamy. Great story with lots of little surprises to keep the reader engaged. I enjoyed watching this story unfold.