Even if We Last by Molly Barlowe: Book Review

 **ARC received for consideration. All opinions are my own.

The Book

I’m what people call a charmer. Maybe it’s the drawl, maybe it’s the dimples, or maybe it’s the entire ex-Special-Forces package. Either way, I’ve never met a woman I haven’t been able to sweep off their feet . . . until Mallory Monroe. The only female on our team, she’s all fierce words, brave actions, and impenetrable walls around her heart. She’s also the only girl I’ve ever loved.

After burying my feelings for over a decade, I’m not surprised I dream of waking up married to her. Except, it isn’t a dream; the certificate claiming we’re husband and wife is real, and neither of us remembers a thing. Dream come true or not, I never wanted this. Not when my new bride looks horrified, accuses me like our situation is my fault, and demands we “fix it.”

But while I’d do almost anything for her—including taking a bullet for her, again—leaving her, in any sense of the word, isn’t one of those things. And when Mallory makes no move to annul our secret marriage, even months later, I decide to test the waters by attempting to date my wife.

• Friends to Lovers
• Drunken Elopement
• Black Cat x Golden Retriever
• Ex-Special Forces
• Security Team Romance
• Strong Female Lead
• He Falls First
• Found Family

The Author

Molly grew up in California but now lives in the oh-so-amazing state of Texas. When she's not diving into the world of her characters, some of her hobbies include hiking, snowboarding, traveling, and long walks on the beach . . . which roughly translates to being a caffeine-fueled homebody. She has a weakness for nerdy movies and loves curling up in a fluffy blanket during a thunderstorm . . . or under one in a bathtub if there are tornados. That way she can pretend they aren't really happening.

Book Review

Simply put, just... wow! I'm truly at a loss for words to adequately explain the grip this book had on me. From the moment Mallory and Hudson woke up in a hotel room and discovered they'd eloped... and had absolutely no memory of it, I was completely hooked. And it only got better from there! I don't want to say too much, because there are definitely many aspects of this story that just need to be experienced firsthand... discovering it all right along with these characters. It was tender and emotional, leaving me reaching for the tissues on more than one occasion. I loved Mallory's strength and how he loved that about her... but how he also wanted to protect her. And when we see those more vulnerable moments from her? My goodness, I just loved it. There was the perfect blend of romance and danger, and I was here for absolutely all of it. This team truly does have a great feeling of found family, and I've enjoyed every book in these series... but this one is hands down a new favorite. So far. We're given just enough of a glimpse of what's to come to keep me excited... I cannot wait! If you love an emotional romance with a protective MMC, this is a book (and series) not to be missed. A top read for me! 

Even If We Last is a closed-door romance with implied intimacy between a married couple and no language. It is the third book in the Hutley Square series. While you may be able to enjoy this one as a standalone, there are certain threads that carry through the series and as such, it really is best to start from the beginning to get the most out of it. 


You can purchase your copy here: https://amzn.to/3NDfThp