4.5+ stars 
 As the first full length novel in the Saints of Denver series, Built is filling big shoes left by the Marked Men. This story, and its characters step up to the plate in a big way, bringing life to yet another side of life in Jay's Denver. 
 Zeb is the big, burly contractor giving second chances to others looking for a new start. He knows how hard it can be to start over after earning a criminal record, having learned the hard way himself, but he also knows that a second chance can mean the world to many of these men. 
 Sayer is the buttoned up, cold woman who arrived in town to surprise everyone as Rowdy's sister. As a family lawyer, she sees people in the best and worst moments of their lives and fights to make sure her child clients have the best situation possible. 
 The Ice Queen and Mr. Fix It seem to be a study in opposites on the surface, but the challenges they bring to each other are perfectly matched. The part of the story that gives these two a reason to spend time together was perfectly crafted for them, and I loved what those scenes showed readers about each character. 
 Together they had many struggles to face. Sayer was so hot and cold with Zeb that it was hard at times to see the feelings behind her actions. Though she has always looked for a straight-laced man, she is attracted to his easy way and casual comfort. 
 I love everything about Zeb. From his quiet determination to love Sayer to his honesty and his love of family. It was hard to watch him hurt through some of her hot and cold, but I loved his journey nonetheless. 
 There will be those who scoff at Sayer's actions, her propensity to push Zeb away even as she wishes she could keep him. But I love what it said about her that she saw things she needed to change about herself and was determined to find herself before she let him in. 
 I have been waiting for this book since the end of Marked Men was announced not only for Zeb and Sayer themselves, but for more from Jay's Denver and it did not disappoint. With cameos from several Marked Men favorites and possible future Saints, this couple exists squarely in the middle of a full world and busy city. 
 ARC provided by author and publisher in exchange for an honest review.