4 1/2 stars - I loved this book. I did not even realize there was a book 1 & 2 until I got to the very end of the book, it was fine as a stand alone. Luckily, I have books 1 and 2 and 4 will be pre-ordered as soon as it is available. Jill Marie Landis has become one of my favorite authors. One reason I like her so much is because she does such a good job with the characters that I feel like I know them, I feel every emotion. That being said, you will need some kleenex for this book, but it does end with a great HEA.