A review by jennyreads_2022
Jaxon by C.E. Johnson

fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.0

This was a quick, fast paced read. We met both Jaxon and Holly in the first book in this series, River, where their connection began. Jaxon and Holly both had their reasons for not pursuing each other, but the longer they tried to deny the pull towards each other, the stronger that connection got. 

Jaxon struggles with anxiety after the death of his parents. He thinks it will be too much for anyone to deal with, especially someone as sweet at Holly. Holly worries that her dreams will never come true with Jaxon because her friend told her he would never be in a serious relationship. When they decide to get together, they do it in a very healthy way, I loved their communication and openness with each other. 

I loved the glimpse into Jaxon’s anxiety and the feeling of inadequacy he had that Holly addressed with him. I loved that it didn’t change anything about how she saw Jaxon and she went out of her way to try to help him manage his panic. 

There was a little suspense throughout the book, but it was pretty mild. Most of the book focused on Holly and Jaxon and their relationship. It was very low angst and Holly and Jaxon committed to each other pretty quickly. I loved the relationships between all four men and the women in their lives. The whole book was easy to read and full of heartfelt relationships.