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4.5 stars!

The One That Got Away



Ever since I read Breaking Away I've been dying to get my hands on this book. I love this series so much and it's one that despite everything, I always end up loving.

It's great that the novella of Karson and Lacey's past is included in the beginning of the book because it really helps you see their past and how heart breaking it was. I was seriously crying for them at one point because of the situation they were in.

The book takes place 9 years after the novella. Both characters are now successful and appear like they have everything they've ever wanted, except each other. Karson walked away 9 years ago and it's something he has regretted every day of his life since. He has loved and missed her so much but feels like it's too late to try and get her back. He never wanted to leave her but people from the past pushed him into doing it until he felt like he had no choice.

Lacey has been through hell and back. She lost her mom to cancer when she was a kid, she also had her fight with cancer and survived but not without some scars. She's such a strong character but yet at the same time, she has so much fragility and insecurities about herself and who she is. Despite the fact that she really annoyed me at times, I couldn't stay mad for long because I understood where she was coming from.

They reunite pretty early in the book and while some may not like how fast things move, I felt like it worked. They've already been separated for 9 years I didn't want to read another story where they deny their love for each other. This book is more about the obstacles they face as a couple from family and sometimes themselves. They're still the same people they fell in love with but now they have a few more issues then they used to.

I just have to say that I absolutely loathe Lacey's dad and her "best friend". Ok, I don't loathe her best friend but I don't like how she treated Lacey. I understand that she was trying to protect her and didn't want her to get hurt but the way she went about it was just completely wrong and made her look like the bad guy. But Lacey's dad? He takes the icing on the cake when it comes to assholes. 90% of their problems stemmed from him and this may be messed up but I kept hoping he would get hit by a car or something just so he would disappear and leave them alone.

The side characters were a great addition to the book. Espcially, J.T. who is Karson's best friend. I can't wait to read his story and see who will get his heart. Karson's family were also a fun and supportive group of characters and I loved that they accepted Lacey instantly. I will admit that Karson sister kind of scares me but she is funny. It was also great seeing the whole crew again and it just made me more excited for the christmas novella so we can see what everyone has been up to.

All in all, Laces and Lace is another hit for me. I forgot how much I love this series and the author's writing. This book is filled with love, second chances, off the chart sexy scenes (my fave!) and some angst filled moments. Job well done Toni Aleo! :)

**Received a copy in exchange for an honest review, thank you!!!!