Slick's review posted on Guilty Pleasures Book Reviews 
 2.5 Stars 
 A couple of things before I begin the review of this book, first off this is a serial. I wasn't aware when I asked to review it or I might not have asked for it. This book ends with a pretty major cliff hanger and leaves the characters in an unsettled situation. I guess I should have known this because it says, "A Cole Novel, Book One," but I naively thought that meant it was the first in a series, not the first in a serial. Now for the reason, I asked for this book....the cover. I adore the simplicity of the cover and it drew me to this book right away. I think the cover model is beyond yummy and I love the sand mixed with the scruff on his face. 
 Sydney and her friend Sienna go on her honeymoon trip together since it was paid for and the wedding was cancelled. They hope to have a week of fun, sun, and hopefully meet some guys to add to their excitement. Sydney never expects to meet a man that will quite possibly change her entire life. 
 I like Sydney for the most part. I do find it strange that someone who has just come out of a long term relationship in which she claims she "lost herself" willingly hops right back into a relationship with a pretty damn controlling man. I felt her character was a little uneven; wanting to prove she's in charge of her life one minute and then crying herself sick over a guy she spent a week with the next. I do like that after she dumped her cheating fiance she began to explore the profession that makes her happy. I like seeing that she's trying to move forward and become the person she's always wanted to be. 
 Jack is complicated and I'm still not sure I'm completely sold on him. I like that he treats Sydney like a princess but he is overly controlling and not in a good way. I do like that he supports her work as a singer and the fact that he doesn't try to change her mind when she decides to pursue her dream even if it isn't something he's comfortable with. I hate that he makes decisions about the two of them and their relationship without consulting her. I'll be honest; if I had a daughter dating someone who pulled some of the stuff he did I'd be worried she was headed into an unhealthy relationship. 
 The one character I absolutely loved and wish she had been around more was Sydney's friend, Sienna. She is a balls to the wall, no holds barred woman. She speaks her mind and doesn't apologize. My only wish is that she would have spent more time with Sydney day in and day out and possibly been able to see more than the polished outside of Jack. 
 I did enjoy the story line; it was somewhat of a Cinderella story which are always fun. Their attraction is explosive and they burn up the sheets and much more. The sex scenes are plentiful; they are always hot but at times have a mean edge to them. There is some spanking involved but it's more playful than punishment. 
 Overall, I liked the plot of this story but the characters left a lot to be desired and I would have preferred if the book had actually ended. While the author hinted they are headed toward a happily ever after, it was left up in the air which I didn't care for. Of course, there is more to come in book two. Vi Keeland shows promise in her writing and although I won't read any additional serial stories, I would definitely check out a complete book should she publish one. 
 Review copy provided for an honest review.