A review by kimalah
Out of the Blue by Kathryn Nolan

adventurous emotional hopeful lighthearted reflective medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

Kathryn has written another great romantic suspense novel. In all honesty, I am not a big fan of bodyguard romance nor surfing but this book drew me in. I was invested in Serena’s competitions.

OOTB covered many different subjects but it didn’t feel overloaded. They all fit together very well. The romantic suspense was very well plotted and the tension was maintained up to the resolution.

My favorite part of the book overwhelmingly was Serena and Cope’s fight to get back to their relationship. The scenes of intimacy felt real. The sex scenes were very good, very, but I am referring to those outside of the physical aspect of their relationship. The dramatic surf competition (no spoilers), Cope braiding Serena’s hair, and other large and small moments added depth to the portrayal of the couple. The effort to open up to each other and be honest and so much more vulnerable hit home for me. HEAs take a lot of work, and the work never ends. I really, really appreciated the portrayal of a marriage in crisis and thought dead but two people willing to give it one more try because there is so much love.

The supporting characters are great. The subject matter is great. The suspense is great. Serena and Cope are great. I unreservedly recommend Out of the Blue.