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Reviewed by Rabia Tanveer for Readers' Favorite
Step by Step is the second book in the Desperate Hearts series by Twila Mason. The story follows Chrissy as she is ready to take control of her life and fight for the future she always wanted. Landing the opportunity to paint a mural for the city of Chicago could make or break her career, and Chrissy is hoping it is the break she desperately needs. She cannot allow anything to distract her, not even her boss, Adam Rochester. Adam oversees the project like a hawk and doesn’t truly believe Chrissy can get the job done. But the more time they spend together, the more Adam understands why Chrissy is the perfect person for the job. As their relationship develops into something neither of them expected, they must first deal with their demons and the past before giving love a chance. But can they?
Author Twila Mason created a surprisingly emotional yet entertaining story that had me hooked from the very beginning. Chrissy is a relatable character whom I immediately connected with. She is a realist and understands her condition. Her newfound sobriety was a challenge that she gladly faced and wanted to make something better for her life. Adam, on the other hand, was not sure about Chrissy. I loved how the connection slowly built into something beautiful that both of them could rely on. Adam had to fight his past, while Chrissy had to find a balance between her ambitions and her feelings. They tried hard to make their relationship work while also addressing their personal challenges. It was a rebirth for both of them, and the author did justice to their individual character arcs. The pace is perfect, the narrative style is nice, and the plot is fantastic. Step by Step is a perfect story for readers who enjoy realistic characters with relatable issues.
