Review: The One You Can't Forget by Roni Loren

Series: The Ones Who Got Away Book #2

Format: ebook

Rating: 5 Stars

How I Got It: NetGalley

Genre: Contemporary Romance

Publisher: Sourcebooks Casablanca

Synopsis courtesy of Goodreads

Most days Rebecca Lindt feels like an imposter...

The world admires her as a survivor. But that impression would crumble if people knew her secret. She didn't deserve to be the one who got away. But nothing can change the past, so she's thrown herself into her work. She can't dwell if she never slows down.

Wes Garrett is trying to get back on his feet after losing his dream restaurant, his money, and half his damn mind in a vicious divorce. But when he intervenes in a mugging and saves Rebecca―the attorney who helped his ex ruin him―his simple life gets complicated.

Their attraction is inconvenient and neither wants more than a fling. But when Rebecca's secret is put at risk, both discover they could lose everything, including what they never realized they needed: each other

Review

***I received this book via NetGalley from the publisher in exchange for an honest review***

It's really hard to write this review. I thought I loved the first book in the series, but this just destroyed me. The story and characters dug under my skin in the best possible way. 

Rebecca was a fantastic character. It's hard for me to describe her. She is smart and strong, but struggles with anxiety/PTSD from the shooting which is understandable. While my anxiety is different, I completely understand her feelings. Her growth and journey was very well done and was what really got to me.

Wes was also an interesting character. I was able to picture him and his passion for food and cooking. And he was great with the kids he teaches.

The romance was beautiful and well done. It felt organic and I loved their chemistry. I just like going on the journey with them. 

On top of great characters and a great romance, this book dealt with serious issues in a respectful and compelling way. I don't want to talk about spoilers so I won't go into detail. But it made me emotional-I did cry- and made me think about a lot of things.

I'm glad I had an opportunity to read this early and I'm excited to actually buy a copy when it releases in June.

Thanks for reading!

Holly