The Affair by J. L. Berg is a standalone contemporary romance all about second chances with new loves and rebuilding your life after great loss. Told from Elle's POV, we join her in the middle of her story. With the loss of her father, her divorce, and the changes in her mother, her life has been turned on it's head over the past year. The antique store her family owns is the one constant, but when her ex brother-in-law shows up looking for work, determined to be involved in the store, she ends up going against the safe choice and saying yes. Sawyer is confident without being pushy, his personality soothes the rough and sharp edges Elle has had since her father's death and her divorce, and despite trying not to, she really likes him. When her life starts to resemble the secret life she finds secreted away in her grandmother's journals she starts to question everything.
This story was emotional, a little sad, a whole load of angsty, but so sweet and uplifting in the end. The healing that takes place between Elle and the various characters is a powerful journey that I was glad to be a part of. Enjoy!
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A second chance romance with a small town feel.
Rating: 3.8 stars “You and I are like puzzle pieces Elle; two halves of a whole, just waiting to be reconnected. When we come together, it will be perfect.” After hearing so many good things about this author’s books, I couldn’t wait to try them especially this one! I was immediately drawn to this story as soon as I saw the cover and read the blurb. When I first read the blurb, I kind of assumed that this would be an angsty, forbidden and steamy romance. But once I read this book, it wasn’t really what I thought it would be. Not to say it wasn’t a good story, I still enjoyed this book. It just wasn’t what I had initially expected to be. The Affair was more of a second chance romance with a small town feel. It was also a story about heartbreak, healing, and forgiveness. So it was much more than a romance. Overall, this was an enjoyable story with a good cast of characters. By far my favorite character in this story was Sawyer Gallagher who was so charming and lovable. He was definitely a swoon worthy hero! Despite all this, I felt that this story was missing something. In some ways, the storyline wasn’t compelling enough for me and at times the grandmother’s journals almost seemed pointless. I was also a little frustrated with some of decisions that Elle made especially in regards to her relationship with Sawyer. I also wished this was story had explored more of Elle and Sawyer’s relationship. At times, it felt like the story was rushed especially towards the last few chapters. The ending just left me wanting more of this story and characters. But if you’re looking for a small town, second chance romance with little angst, then this is the book for you!
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- Reviewed in the United States on February 15, 2020
