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A review by shandra
Drawn Together by Z.A. Maxfield
5.0
Every Hero Has A Hero Of Their Own
Artists speak to some people the way writers speak to me; I loved reading about Rory's adoration for Ran Yamane's work as an artist because I could understand how something another person created could transcend your consciousness to a place you never imagined you could go. There are some talents which burn bright enough to light up all the stars in the sky for even the dimmest of eyes. I truly believe Yamane was that talent for Rory.
I expected to find this a very meet-cute type story since the premise is basically Rory thinks he's going to be all heroic Southern gentleman and sexy Cajun charm for a shy Japanese maiden only to find out Yamane is no maiden in need of saving. I was surprised by how Yamane had a sudden about-face when he realized Rory was determined to give him the flowers he'd brought for his fantasy maiden. I wasn't quite sure where the story was going from there in terms of their connection to each other. I think that's what made this such an enjoyable read for me.
There was a new surprise around every corner.
Amelia was a fabulous villain. I loved how she brought out the best in Rory and, in a way, allowed him to embrace who he had been all along since it was her threats which drove him to trying desperately to save Yamane from her. Ethan brought me insane joy with his casual dude-talk with Rene the Sheriff. I thought the entire stalker arc was handled very well on the whole.
I also liked they didn't immediately rush back into one another's arms for an easy Happy-Ever-After. They were both reluctant to be in a relationship. They both had their own hang-ups and insecurities about being together. I liked that the author gave both men a chance to make a real informed decision before trying to make a go of a relationship together. I thought the Epilogue was icing on the cake, to be honest, and now all I want to know are two things:
1. What's Rory's real first name?
2. Why hasn't everyone I know read this already?
Artists speak to some people the way writers speak to me; I loved reading about Rory's adoration for Ran Yamane's work as an artist because I could understand how something another person created could transcend your consciousness to a place you never imagined you could go. There are some talents which burn bright enough to light up all the stars in the sky for even the dimmest of eyes. I truly believe Yamane was that talent for Rory.
I expected to find this a very meet-cute type story since the premise is basically Rory thinks he's going to be all heroic Southern gentleman and sexy Cajun charm for a shy Japanese maiden only to find out Yamane is no maiden in need of saving. I was surprised by how Yamane had a sudden about-face when he realized Rory was determined to give him the flowers he'd brought for his fantasy maiden. I wasn't quite sure where the story was going from there in terms of their connection to each other. I think that's what made this such an enjoyable read for me.
There was a new surprise around every corner.
Amelia was a fabulous villain. I loved how she brought out the best in Rory and, in a way, allowed him to embrace who he had been all along since it was her threats which drove him to trying desperately to save Yamane from her. Ethan brought me insane joy with his casual dude-talk with Rene the Sheriff. I thought the entire stalker arc was handled very well on the whole.
I also liked they didn't immediately rush back into one another's arms for an easy Happy-Ever-After. They were both reluctant to be in a relationship. They both had their own hang-ups and insecurities about being together. I liked that the author gave both men a chance to make a real informed decision before trying to make a go of a relationship together. I thought the Epilogue was icing on the cake, to be honest, and now all I want to know are two things:
1. What's Rory's real first name?
2. Why hasn't everyone I know read this already?