Bks43v3r's Reviews > Beauty Unmasked

This story about an injured vet and the physical therapist who helps him to recover not only physically but also emotionally, sounded interesting. Also, the Beauty and Beast fairytale is one of my favorites. So, I was looking forward to reading this book. I was disappointed.

What I liked: The Beauty and Beast theme-it was a loose reference. Viktor shortening Isabel’s name to Belle and his grumpiness/rudeness (so his Beast like personality) was the extent of it. I enjoyed the few times where they had a real conversation (i.e. discussion of rose tattoo); showed an emotional connection. I wish there had been more of these. What I did not like: The insta-love. I know this is a romance, still.… However; at least it was acknowledged in the story that they hardly knew each other. Since this is a novella, time is limited. However, about ninety-five percent was spent on either describing the main characters anatomies, lusting after each other and/or actually having sex. This took up most chapters except for the epilogue-which I liked. I would have liked to have learned more about Vik experiences right after the accident or his adjustment to wearing the prosthetic, or Belle’s rocky relationship with her siblings-all reference but not elaborated on.

Overall, a story that had potential but fell flat for me. Contains crude language and sexual situations.