Hero By: Samantha Young

Book Description.....

The emotional and unforgettable new romance from the New York Times bestselling author of the On Dublin Street series.

"Alexa Holland’s father was her hero until her shocking discovery that her mother and she weren't his only family. Ever since, Alexa has worked to turn her life in a different direction and forge her own identity outside of his terrible secrets. But when she meets a man who’s as damaged by her father’s mistakes as she is, Alexa must help him.

Caine Carraway wants nothing to do with Alexa’s efforts at redemption, but it’s not so easy to push her away. Determined to make her hate him, he brings her to the edge of her patience and waits for her to walk away. But his actions only draw them together and, despite the odds, they begin an intense and explosive affair.

Only Caine knows he can never be the white knight that Alexa has always longed for. And when they’re on the precipice of danger, he finds he’ll do anything to protect either one of them from being hurt again...."

Title: Hero
Author:  Samantha Young
Publisher:  PENGUIN GROUP Berkley, NAL / Signet Romance, DAW
Reviewed By:  Arlena Dean
Rating: 5
Review:

What I liked about this novel...

"Hero" was simply a wonderful read.  This author puts it out there and the story is indeed one intriguing and captivating read.  Once you pick it up you will find it hard to put down because there is so much going on your attention will be kept up front and center till the very end of this story.  The two main characters Alexa Holland and Caine Carraway along with several secondary characters were all well developed, defined, well portrayed and oh so very believable all giving the reader a well written storyline.  The reader will be drawn into this story where we find Alexa is not only beautiful but smart and yes even strong and Caine is so well driven with some darkness and oh yes hot.  Putting these two people together and you have one good story that is well told. Be ready for a emotional ride that will present love, sexy passion with such such chemistry that will definitely leave a smile on your face along with their bantering throughout this story.  So, if you are looking for a good read with romance, drama, some mystery and suspense you have come to the right place for "Hero" will give it all to you and YES I would definitely recommend this novel to you!