Sweet, sexy, romantic, with a little bit of angst thrown in. Just an all round very enjoyable read! Loved it! 
 I love Katy Regnery's writing but have yet to delve into the lives of Blueberry Lane. This is actually the first book from that series that I have read and I tell you now - I need to read all of the others. So yes, this can be read as a standalone, but I'm guessing there would be far more knowledge if I had read about the other families first especially those that were referenced in this book. Just going to have to go back now instead!! 
 This story is lovely, from the moment Jax meets Gardener, they embark on a very special friendship which develops throughout. A few incidents along the way, but this is simply a wonderful love story! I loved both of the characters and there was very little to dislike about any of it. 
 And I really look forward to the next book now, with little clues about potential future stories in this series! 
 4.5 romantic stars!