Nadia Aidan

On a Whim by Nadia Aidan is easy to read, effortless to follow and the characters are very likeable. I found it ironic how Maia clearly loves Robert despite her protests to the contrary. Robert is a class act for his patience and understanding but at the same time I applaud him for realizing when it is time back off and walk away because while love is great, there comes a time when self-preservation has to be given consideration as well. The sexual chemistry between them is sinfully good and as a contemporary erotic novel there are many steamy scenes best described in the author’s own words as “instantaneous, uncontrollable, and undeniable lust”. However as the story progresses lust may describe the sizzling sexual chemistry between Robert and Maia, but love is truly the sustaining emotion that keeps Robert going back and prevents Maia from really letting go. Great supporting characters also contribute a comedic element and an amusing factor of the novel.

Maia Lee and Robert Buchanan have been in an “on again, off again” relationship for years but it satisfies their sexual needs without the burden of a deeper commitment neither of them want. Then Robert decides he wants more but while Maia is willing to co-parent with him, she is unwilling to become his wife. Robert wants all or nothing but deep down he knows Maia loves him although something in her past prevents her from letting go and allowing her feelings for him to show. As they venture on the journey to becoming parents, they spend time discovering each other again and Maia’s conflicts grow because while she doesn’t want to marry Robert she is deathly afraid of losing him. Yes, love can be painful but Maia must realize that Robert is not her painful past but her wonderful future; if she will only open up and allow herself to love Robert the way she really wants to.

~ Susan for ARe Cafe… (altro)