There is always a sort of anticipation when you read a new author, one you have never heard of but somehow stumbled across. You never know what you are going to get. Inevitable Love by JC Santos is one of those books by a new to me author and I found myself enjoying this story immensely. I was surprised by the way the story progressed, assuming I knew what was going to come next but constantly finding myself pleasantly surprised. I enjoyed reading a story with a type of role reversal, adding a twist to books we know and love in the genre. This story had a feisty female, a sexy twin brother, and a love story that was surprisingly sweet and sassy.

Inevitable Love has a bit of a role reversal which was my favorite part. Tessa is a naval officer, a woman who doesn’t commit but instead plays the field of her singledom. She is strong willed and feisty. Her confidence is tangible and her independence is a mark on who she is. I loved that she was the player in this story, not in a bad way but instead a role that we would usually see in the male lead character. She is not looking for commitment and doesn’t see that in her future for a very long time, if ever. Hunter is a single dad, a teacher, and the sexy sweet man who wants to have more than a single encounter with Tessa. He is a strong man with an equally strong personality but he is the one who longs for commitment and a future of familial bliss. When these two get together there is a spark of chemistry that causes a wildfire to follow in its wake. Their attraction is immediate and the more they learn of each other, the harder they fall. I loved seeing them learn to embrace their relationship and fall deeper in love.

When I read the synopsis, I assumed I knew what would happen. Shame on me. This story took a few twists and turns that were completely justified and the plot thickened. I loved how the chase was not the entire story. They build something that is a solid foundation in this story and we begin to see a glimpse into the ever after part. There are ups and downs, good and bad. There are obstacles to overcome and issues to address in the book. Tessa and Hunter’s relationship is based on a passionate connection and a mutual respect and admiration. I loved watching them grow deeper into what they were meant to be. They clicked and it was sweet to watch their family solidify as the story progresses.

Every person in this story is an important part of what is happening. I loved Sawyer so much! She is adorable and her personality is full of life and innocence. I loved Marshall, Hunter’s twin. I enjoyed the soulmate relationship and friendship he has with Tessa. I liked getting to see more about their close knit groups of friends and their families. Each secondary character enhances the story and helps the reader to better understand a new facet of our main characters’ personality.

This story has sweet moments and moment of passion. There are moments of heartache and profound hope. I loved how the story took a different direction that I was anticipating. It had everything I expected from what the synopsis portrays but there is so much more to experience and enjoy. I am excited that this is the first in a new series and I am excited to see what more comes. I want to see more of the group of friends as they all experience life and love. I am hoping for little glimpses of Tess and Hunter too!