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A review by bookdrgn
Desires Uncovered by Ayla Asher
5.0
It's official. Ardor Creek is in the top five places on my fictional location bucket list.
I adore this series and jump at the chance to review the books. They're the kind of books you think about if you can't read them in one sitting because life interferes, or days later they enter your mind.
I love that these characters are older, together. There are slight age differences, but most of these characters are similar in age, mostly in the '40s. They have mature responses to life events and circumstances and their dark moments are always deeply emotional and need more than a simple conversation to solve them.
We've briefly met both Mark and Teresa in previous books and they are both interesting characters on their own, but wonderful together. Their "meet-cute" is one we don't see often in romance, using a hook-up app, but suits their personalities well. hooking-up adult style.
As always, Ayla's female characters are sensually assertive, not shy about what they want and what they don't, and Teresa is no different. She's honest about her capabilities and very self-aware, even in difficult times. She handles everything life throws at her in a calm, rational way. She is independent and capable and enjoys her solitude as much as she enjoys socializing. She's a well-written, well-rounded, mature character.
Mark is currently a perpetual bachelor. His professional life doesn't leave him much time for personal relationships, much like Teresa's. He's a stand-up guy. Passionate about his work, protective of his family, and a fantastic friend. He doesn't take much for himself, seemingly happy with his lot in life until he meets Teresa. He's a man of character who defends things he believes in and fights for justice.
I enjoy how Ayla writes these books and shows that healthy, inventive sex doesn't have to diminish as we age. These characters take a direct and humorous approach to both sharing intimate moments and aging. It's a fresh take on characters and I truly appreciate it.
Like other books, she has written, there are elements of seriousness within the pages. We explored the issue of domestic violence in Illusions Unveiled and even further in this book with Mark's sister and niece. This issue and Teresa's powerlessness to naturally have children are written thought-provokingly, informatively, and sensitively. Any reader who has struggled with these, and the other things we see in these books, won't feel alone in their struggle.
The fact that these books are very progressive and feminist is a huge drawcard for me.
Ayla never fails to make her readers think, laugh, and cry all within the space of one book.
I received an advanced copy of this book from the author in exchange for an honest, voluntary review and all opinions are my own.
I adore this series and jump at the chance to review the books. They're the kind of books you think about if you can't read them in one sitting because life interferes, or days later they enter your mind.
I love that these characters are older, together. There are slight age differences, but most of these characters are similar in age, mostly in the '40s. They have mature responses to life events and circumstances and their dark moments are always deeply emotional and need more than a simple conversation to solve them.
We've briefly met both Mark and Teresa in previous books and they are both interesting characters on their own, but wonderful together. Their "meet-cute" is one we don't see often in romance, using a hook-up app, but suits their personalities well. hooking-up adult style.
As always, Ayla's female characters are sensually assertive, not shy about what they want and what they don't, and Teresa is no different. She's honest about her capabilities and very self-aware, even in difficult times. She handles everything life throws at her in a calm, rational way. She is independent and capable and enjoys her solitude as much as she enjoys socializing. She's a well-written, well-rounded, mature character.
Mark is currently a perpetual bachelor. His professional life doesn't leave him much time for personal relationships, much like Teresa's. He's a stand-up guy. Passionate about his work, protective of his family, and a fantastic friend. He doesn't take much for himself, seemingly happy with his lot in life until he meets Teresa. He's a man of character who defends things he believes in and fights for justice.
I enjoy how Ayla writes these books and shows that healthy, inventive sex doesn't have to diminish as we age. These characters take a direct and humorous approach to both sharing intimate moments and aging. It's a fresh take on characters and I truly appreciate it.
Like other books, she has written, there are elements of seriousness within the pages. We explored the issue of domestic violence in Illusions Unveiled and even further in this book with Mark's sister and niece. This issue and Teresa's powerlessness to naturally have children are written thought-provokingly, informatively, and sensitively. Any reader who has struggled with these, and the other things we see in these books, won't feel alone in their struggle.
The fact that these books are very progressive and feminist is a huge drawcard for me.
Ayla never fails to make her readers think, laugh, and cry all within the space of one book.
I received an advanced copy of this book from the author in exchange for an honest, voluntary review and all opinions are my own.