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All He Ever Desired

Book 5 in the series:Kowalski Family

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'All He Ever Desired' by Shannon Stacey is a second chance love story between Ryan Kowalski and Lauren Carpenter. Ryan has been avoiding his hometown due to his unresolved feelings for Lauren, who married his best friend years ago. However, circumstances bring them back together when Lauren's son causes trouble at Ryan's family lodge, leading to them rekindling their attraction and exploring what could have been between them.

The book delves into themes of second chances, family dynamics, and personal growth as Ryan and Lauren navigate their complicated history and current feelings for each other. The writing style captures the emotional journey of the characters as they confront past mistakes, face new challenges, and ultimately find love amidst the complexities of their lives.

Characters:

Characters are well-developed, with Ryan portrayed as responsible and caring, Lauren as a determined single mother, and Nick as a relatable teenager dealing with typical challenges.

Writing/Prose:

The writing style is conversational and engaging, blending humor with emotional depth, making it accessible and enjoyable for readers.

Plot/Storyline:

The plot revolves around a second chance love story, focusing on Ryan and Lauren as they confront their past and navigate their feelings through challenges involving Lauren's son.

Setting:

The setting is primarily at the Northern Star Lodge, a family-owned property in a small-town atmosphere that provides a nostalgic backdrop for the story.

Pacing:

The pacing is generally good, though it has moments that feel slow; conflicts are often resolved quickly, balancing character development with the plot.

Notes:

Ryan Kowalski tried to take Lauren, his best friend's pregnant wife, away years ago but was rejected.
After years of avoiding his hometown, Ryan returns to help with renovations at Northern Star Lodge.
Lauren's life has been challenging since her marriage ended and she's raising a troubled teenage son.
Lauren's son, Nick, vandalizes the Northern Star Lodge, leading to a confrontation with Ryan.
Ryan and Nick strike a deal where Nick must work off the damages, forcing Ryan and Lauren to interact again.
The story explores Ryan and Lauren's second chance at love after years apart.
There are updates on previous couples from the Kowalski Family series in this book.
Readers see Ryan and Lauren evolve as they get to know each other as adults, rather than the people they were in their youth.
The book touches on themes of regret, parenting challenges, and family dynamics.
The voices of Shannon Stacey and narrator Lauren Fortgang make for an engaging reading experience.

Has Romance?

The romantic element is a central theme, showcasing a strong emotional connection between the main characters.

From The Publisher:

A second shot at first love?

After college, Ryan Kowalski decided to leave Whitford, Maine, rather than watch Lauren Carpenter marry another man. Now his siblings need his help to refurbish the family-owned Northern Star Lodge and he's forced to face the past sooner rather than later when he collars a vandal—and learns the boy is Lauren's son….

The last person Lauren needs back in her life is Ryan Kowalski. With a bitter ex-husband and a moody teenage son, she has enough man trouble already. But her son needs to learn a few lessons about right and wrong, even if Lauren has to escort him to Ryan's door every day to work off his crime.

With all this close contact, Ryan and Lauren can't deny the chemistry between them is as powerful as ever. But can a few searing kisses erase their past and pave the way for a second chance at true love?

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