Apollo left, and it was the hardest thing he’d ever done.It was too much: sharing Nora with his friends. Not being her first. Her only. Apollo thought he had to be away to make sense of it all, but he was wrong. Nora loves him, and she needs him more than ever.But now it’s up to him to finally accept in himself what Nora always saw.
Nora and her guys, minus Apollo, are in Mississippi for Thanksgiving with Matisse’s family, when something happens that shakes them all and changes everything for Nora. This story emphasizes Apollo’s history and reasons for his behaviors. I loved seeing them all come together to support each other and Nora. This is one of my favorite series, and I can’t wait to see Seok’s side of things in the next book, especially after his mysterious behaviors in this book!
Apollo left us all reeling at the end of Finding Courage when he walked away. This is his book and he’s training hard or trying to, but his heart really isn’t in it. He is heartsick and he’s missing his family. They have all gone to spend Thanksgiving with Mattise’s family in Louisiana. Apollo is definitely missed by the group and the Boudreau’s who have come to accept him as one of the brothers. Things feel off. It’s a testament to Ripleys writing that she makes RH seem normal in contemporary setting with no fantasy or SciFi in the mix. I’m invested in this group and feel sad when things go bad right along side them.
There’s a serious accident and everyone is completely stressed, thankfully Apollo comes to join them and his large body, medical knowledge and calming nature help everyone especially Nora who needs him the most. I swooned a bit when he would put her hand on his chest and urged her to breathe with him to calm and center her. There are strategically placed flashbacks that reveal his childhood and shine a light on his reason for his hesitancy. My heart broke for young Apollo.
Weird things are going on at their house when they aren’t home and the group feel sure it’s Dr. Murray behind it. They’re going to have to deal with him soon. Seok’s is the final book in this series and I’m truly sad to see it come to an end. This is my favorite of Proserpina’s series.
Finding Strength is the fifth book in this series and continued the story where it left off. This was an amazing, heartbreakingly beautiful follow up. We ‘ve learned Apollo’s backstory and I loved that connection that I feel whenever I glimpse a character’s history. It made them more relatable and as such, a joy to read. This book has action, drama, romance and heartfelt moments that will make you crave for more of this world. Can’t wait to read the next book!
My heart broke a little when Apollo left at the end of the last book. Nora in her way understood he needed time to decide if he could handle this unusual relationship. It didn’t hurt any less though.
The rest of them have traveled to Matisse’s family for Thanksgiving, a true feast and an acceptance of the relationship that involves at the moment five people. There are questions as to Apollo’s whereabouts, since he had spent many holidays there. Those questions weren’t easily answered.
With the acceptance there comes a sort of peace as Nora, Cai, Matisse, Seok and Ryan explore the area. Then the unthinkable happens. An accident, one that could make or break the relationship with Matisse and one that could solidify Apollo’s feelings toward all of it.
I really thought Nora’s problems would be behind her by now, but it seems things just keep escalating in different directions.
Lots of emotion and tears as we learn the whole of Apollo’s secrets. Matisse has to deal with guilt and of course there’s more on Dr. Murray and yet another break-in.
There’s some fun and lots of love and understanding with Matisse’s family and the guys are bonding more with Nora as she recuperates.
I can’t wait to read the next book in this series. I am hoping that Dr. Murray and his cohorts get everything they deserve.
This is another entertaining entry into this enjoyable series. This book focuses heavily on emotion and drama as the story continues to unfold. There was an almost perfect balance between poignancy and beauty as Apollo gives into the demons that haunt him and makes a choice that my have irrevocable consequences in this incredibly powerful reverse harem romance. Really can’t wait for the next book.
Beautiful and heartbreaking!
This story was amazing. It was tragic, heartbreaking and beautiful. The characters are amazing and you can’t help but love them all. Their devotion to each other is powerful. How they come together and fight for each other in a very tragic time is emotionally intense and wonderful.
Absolutely fantastic writing as always from this wonderful author. I can’t wait to read the next book.