Restless Harmony

I have only read one other Clover Park book, and I usually do not listen to audio books, but I am always up for a challenge and a new experience. Boy, am I glad I gave both a try. When you carry your IPOD EVERYWHERE, so you can continue the story, you know you have a winner. Yes, that was me ! The story centers around Zoe Davis, a struggling jazz singer who currently works as a waitress between gigs, and is about to be evicted from her apartment and Gabe Reynolds “shark man lawyer” who moved to Clover Park for a more balanced lifestyle, and is whom Zoe goes to for assistant with the eviction, since he is one of her cafe customers. Needless to say LOTS of sparks fly, but Zoe is hesitant , one because she has a goal of making it as a professional jazz singer and also because she has some commitment issues. She claims her boyfriends last only 8 weeks. Plus, she is not willing to give her ambition up for a guy. It was full of not only laughs, heartbreak, family dynamics, self doubts, conflicts but also love and hope. So get your earplugs ready for your great experience in listening to the book.

Kylie Gilmore just keeps getting better and better. With her latest release in the Clover Park Series, Restless Harmony, we meet jazz singer Zoe Davis, who’s about to be evicted by her bitter ex-lover landlord. Enter Gabe Reynolds, a lawyer with a shark reputation. He offers her the apartment over his garage, and even lets her bring her mischievously destructive dog. Zoe has learned her lesson about getting involved with your landlord, but Gabe’s just as persistent outside a courtroom as he is inside, and he’s determined to get what he wants: Zoe in his bed. Once again, the author delivers two characters with authentic qualities readers can relate to. Gabe is kind, smart, and totally hot, but glimpses of not-so-perfect character traits are revealed here and there throughout the story. Zoe is a strong and independent woman with big dreams, but some insecurities simmer below the surface. Rather than detract from the protagonists, these qualities make you root all the more for Zoe and Gabe to overcome these obstacles that could be faced by anyone. The reader is also treated to return visits from a few of the previously established Clover Park gang. These appearances are like welcome reunions with old friends. Ms. Gilmore, of course, also brings her signature blend of quirky humor and steamy heat to the story. Mix all of the above together, and the reader is in for a wonderfully satisfying escape.

I loved it! First of all, I will read anything Kylie writes. Her characters and the dialogue are always so realistic, and the stories just flow so nicely. They keep me so engaged that I can’t put the book down! Restless Harmony was no exception. Nextly, I couldn’t believe the unexpected surprise that happened most of the way through the book! (Don’t worry, no spoilers here!) I can’t recall encountering that in any romance novel I’ve read so far, and I really enjoyed the aspect that surprise added to the story! Again, I think Zoe and Gabe were very realistic in terms of how they handled their respective life-situations. At times, Gabe came on a little strong, but aside from that, he was absolutely adorable! In a sharky-lawyer kind of way :) Zoe was fun to read, and I found I could easily relate to her, especially when her mind went off on random trains of thought that completely distracted her from the world around her. All in all, I loved it! I can’t wait to read more about the Clover Park residents!!! ***I received a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review***

This book starts off with a good laugh and then gets hotter and hotter and hotter. Introducing a whole new clan of hunky men, Kylie Gilmore sets up another zany small town romance where gorgeous Gabe, a reformed shark lawyer and free-spirited, jazz singer Zoe go from lust to love in twenty page turning chapters. Enjoyable. Easy. Fun. And, oh yeah, hot!