Willa Doon has always been shy. Her quiet demeanor was something she’s always embraced. That is, until Jackson Page moves to town. The one man she desperately wants to take notice struggles to remember her name.
Year after year, Willa stands by, watching as the bartender slash playboy drowns his demons in beer and sex. Then one night, he shows up at her door, suddenly aware that the girl he’s seen around Lark Cove is now a beautiful woman.
Year after year, Willa stands by, watching as the bartender slash playboy drowns his demons in beer and sex. Then one night, he shows up at her door, suddenly aware that the girl he’s seen around Lark Cove is now a beautiful woman.
Except what he doesn’t remember is that this visit isn’t his first. They spent a night together once before. A night he’s forgotten, thanks to a bottle of tequila.
A night that crushed a timid girl’s heart, and set a broken man on the path to heal them both.
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I scooched my chair in toward the table, trying to put a little more space between Jackson and me, but he wasn’t having it.
He put both hands on the back of my chair, then leaned in close. “Hi, Willa.”
“Uh . . . hi.” I shivered at the heat from his chest on my bare shoulders.
Why was he standing so close? My parents were right there. Our table was one of four tall, square ones in the center of the room and there was plenty of space between tables.
Plenty. P-L-E-N-T-Y.
But was Jackson using any of that plentiful space?
No sirree. He stayed pressed against the back of my chair, like there were only three inches of usable space behind him, not three feet.
My skin prickled he was so close. I tried to nudge my chair forward again but it barely moved. Sweat beaded on my temples and I pulled in a shaking breath.
Jackson’s woodsy, rich scent was everywhere. It overpowered the stale beer, pizza and peanuts, and I inhaled a deep breath, unable to resist.
Sexy Hot Forest. That’s what they’d call his cologne.
5 Stars
Devney Perry had quickly solidified herself as one of my favourite authors. I adored Tattered, and could not wait to read Timid, which features Willa and Jackson, a pair who both featured in the previous title. Once again Ms Perry has crafted a heartwarming and sweet story, with just the right amounts of drama and angst to keep you completely captivated.
Whilst you could read Timid as a standalone, I would highly recommend reading Tattered first, as parts of the story line cross over, and spoilers will be revealed.
Still waters run deep, comes to mind when I think of Willa. She may be shy, quiet, innocent and at times a tad naïve, but when she believes in something she shows her incredible depth of loyalty, strength and determination. She may appear like a timid little mouse at times, but hidden beneath is a fierce and huge heart.
Jackson hasn't had an easy life, and he has his fair share of demons that impacts on all his interactions and relationships. At times he can be completely clueless, and a bit of a jerk, but in his defense for him it's a form of self preservation.
Willa and Jackson's story held quite a few surprises and twists and turns that I didn't anticipate, but I was completely captivated from start to finish. I loved the chemistry and connection and strong family ties that flow throughout this title. If the short snippet at the end of this title is anything to go by I cannot wait for Tragic, the third title in the Lark Cove series.
Devney Perry had quickly solidified herself as one of my favourite authors. I adored Tattered, and could not wait to read Timid, which features Willa and Jackson, a pair who both featured in the previous title. Once again Ms Perry has crafted a heartwarming and sweet story, with just the right amounts of drama and angst to keep you completely captivated.
Whilst you could read Timid as a standalone, I would highly recommend reading Tattered first, as parts of the story line cross over, and spoilers will be revealed.
Still waters run deep, comes to mind when I think of Willa. She may be shy, quiet, innocent and at times a tad naïve, but when she believes in something she shows her incredible depth of loyalty, strength and determination. She may appear like a timid little mouse at times, but hidden beneath is a fierce and huge heart.
Jackson hasn't had an easy life, and he has his fair share of demons that impacts on all his interactions and relationships. At times he can be completely clueless, and a bit of a jerk, but in his defense for him it's a form of self preservation.
Willa and Jackson's story held quite a few surprises and twists and turns that I didn't anticipate, but I was completely captivated from start to finish. I loved the chemistry and connection and strong family ties that flow throughout this title. If the short snippet at the end of this title is anything to go by I cannot wait for Tragic, the third title in the Lark Cove series.
Devney is the USA Today bestselling author of the Jamison Valley series. She lives in Montana with her husband and two children. After working in the technology industry for nearly a decade, she abandoned conference calls and project schedules to enjoy a slower pace at home with her kids. She loves reading and, after consuming hundreds of books, decided to share her own stories. Devney loves hearing from readers! Connect with her on social media.
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