By Jen
Sometimes I just want to read a book that is sweet, funny and romantic. I don’t want super-angst or smut, I just want to relax and enjoy a book that will put a smile on my face and make me feel good. I want an escape that feels easy and gives me a sweet happily-ever-after. That’s exactly what Falling For Her Soldier gave me… a few laughs, a whole lot of smiles and that satisfied feeling at the end. While this is the third book in the series, it’s my first time reading Ophelia London. And she has written my favorite kind of series, where the books share characters but you can read them out of order. I didn’t feel lost with the storyline even though I haven’t read the others.
I loved the premise of this story with the main characters, Charlie “Big Game Hunter” Johansson and Ellie Bell, meeting online. It’s not how it sounds… these two aren’t trolling the internet looking for a hook-up. Charlie emails Ellie when her brother is seriously injured during an Army mission, basically holding her cyber-hand while her brother recuperates. Their emails continue, even though her brother is out of the woods. The conversations turn personal, connecting Charlie and Ellie on a deeper level. As the story progresses we get glimpses of the content of the emails… we get to see how much Charlie came to depend on Ellie, just as she had when her brother first got hurt. Then he disappears, leaving Ellie to wonder why.
Months later, Ellie gets introduced to her brother’s friend, Hunter, and has an instant attraction to him. Her bond with Charlie, even though he’s not been in contact, makes her second guess pursuing anything with this new guy. Hunter is a huge player, which also makes Ellie shy away, especially since she’s almost at the end of her self-imposed 1 year “man ban”. The last thing Ellie needs is another jerk screwing her over. Ellie is sweet and sassy with a good head on her shoulders. She also doesn’t take any of Hunters crap, giving him just as much sass as he gave her flirt. I loved their back and forth banter that was both sarcastic and flirty.
Ellie is fighting her longing for Charlie, while getting to know Hunter, and has no clue that it’s the same freaking guy. Charlie/Hunter wants Ellie to like her for him so he stays silent about who he really is. Why are men so dumb? Like she’s not going to figure it out and he’s going to be in so much more trouble. So he lies… and he covers his tracks… all because he wants Ellie to get to know the real him. Charlie wants to shed his man-whore suit and be the kind of guy Ellie deserves, which made him so much more endearing. He’s ready to grow up and settle down with her, but when she finds out his true identity, it blows up in his face.
There’s a really lovely dancing component to this story. Ellie is a children’s ballet teacher and she ends up trying to teach Hunter to dance a Tango. There are dance scenes that have a Dirty Dancing feel to it, which I totally loved! Overall, this was a super sweet book and I’m going to be reading the others in the series!
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Jen loves to read. She can’t stop herself. It’s become an obsession. She is in love with her husband, kids, iced coffee and books. Jen lives in beautiful Colorado but is originally from the West Coast.
Thanks for the thoughtful review, Jen. I’m so giggly!! :)))
You’re so welcome!
I really enjoyed your review, thanks for telling me about this
This sounds like a nice read Jen, thanks for the review.
Happily-ever-after books are my favorite kind to read. The only time I really read is at the beach and I like light, easy reading books like this.
I agree. Sometimes you just need a feel good story. And I also love when a series can be read out of order. Sounds like a nice book.
This sounds like the sort of story that would make you feel good after you have finished it. x
Falling For Her Soldier sounds like a fun and interesting book to read. This is more my speed, I would definitely enjoy this one. Thanks for the great review.
i love a good book but then again i am a book worm this one sounds really good
Sweet, Funny, and Romantic? Sounds like my kind of book!
It does sound like a sweet, funny, romantic book. <3
I love funny romantic books. Funny romantic books are way better then reading those other romance novels. Sounds like you found a great new series to read.
I can totally relate to wanting to read a book without the angst! Thanks for sharing!
The truth always finds you and you risk losing everything by being dishonest. This sounds like a great book.
It is always nice to read a story with a happy ending. This one sounds like a fun read. And now I wonder why he disappeared for a while too!
Love reading your book reviews! this one sounds like a winner! Would love to read it,
Wonderful book review! This would make such a good weekend read
This sounds infinitely cute! I am married to a military man myself so I am a sucker for love stories like these!
Sounds like a very relaxing read, perfect for when you don’t really want “edge of your seat” suspense. Just a fun story!
I just finished the book i was reading and love recommends. Thanks for the review!
Sounds like a good book to put on my must read book! Great review
I love books that are funny and romantic. It is a great combination of themes.
I love these sort of stories. So far I’ve picked up a few books that you’ve recommended on my Kindle and this may be another one that gets added as well.
I really enjoyed your review. Looks like a great book!
It’s fun that it’s the same guy. I guess that’s a big sign that it’s the right guy. 🙂
You did a lovely job on the review;online connection stories are intriguing. Now that I have a better sense of the story, I’d look for it… TY
I feel ya, sometimes I just want a good romantic book. I’ll have to look into this one 🙂
This sounds like something I’d be interested in reading. My boyfriend is a former solider himself (well actually, all my ex boyfriends were as well). I guess I’m into military men huh? 🙂 I’ll look into this book – thanks for sharing!
This sounds like a very sweet one 🙂 How in the world do you find time to read all of these books?!
The first sentence of this post definitely describes me! I read a lot of mysteries, but sometimes I just need a fun, fell-good, make-me-laugh read! Falling For Her Soldier sounds like a great book – I’m definitely going to have to check it out!
This book really hit home with me as a military spouse. I can’t wait to read it.
This is a great book. I am too a military spouse and I can relate.