Taking the Leap by Kristen Ashley releasing February 15, 2022

 5 stars

Okay, neither of these characters were at all what I expected! Even when it started out, they were one way (so it seemed) and then as we got to know them, it was completely different. Rix seemed like a total jerk but is really the sweetest, most protective caveman ever. Alex seems shy and innocent, but our girl has some backbone and moves. Of course, it takes us through the story to see that, and it was a great journey, discovering about them as they discover about each other. Through that all, and with all the interactions they have with those they care about, and who care about them, they also come to some pretty startling self-realizations as well. Who they were, how they are, what they become, you will simply love them in all manner, as they are really nice at their core. Of course, we get some quality time with known characters, and some deeper insight into some slightly known characters, and meet a couple of really cool new characters. All in all, this was a fantastic read that had me completely invested in our characters getting their HEA <3