Heathcliff Spearman and Atzi Rivera-Lavigne have been best friends for almost 20 years, ever since they met at a summer camp for kids who'd lost their parents. There's never been anything romantic between them, but that doesn't mean the feelings don't exist; the truth is that Heath has been in love with Atzi for years, but he's never pursued her because they want different things out of life. Atzi's fondest wish is to have a family of her own, while Heath has no intention of getting married or having children.
In need of time apart to get over his feelings, Heath accepts a surgical fellowship on the other side of the country, but before he goes, Atzi needs one last favor. Years ago, she lied to her grandmother to get out of being set up on a date, and that lie spiraled out of control. Now her grandparents think she's engaged, they're coming to pay her a visit, and her lie is about to catch up with her. She needs a fake fiance, and Heath is the only logical candidate. Will he be able to hide his true feelings for Atzi while pretending they're in a relationship? Even more importantly, will he be able to let her go when it's over?
I loved this story so much! The chemistry and banter between Heath and Atzi were phenomenal, and I adored the subtle ways they showed how much they cared, such as Heath trying to force Atzi to eat her vegetables. In a lot of ways, they were already in a relationship when the story began but were just too blind and/or stubborn to admit it. There was quite a bit of baggage for them to work through related to their respective childhood losses, but their fears were understandable, and I was rooting for them both to find happiness after everything they'd been through. I must admit, however, that there were a few times I wanted to yell at Heath for the way he handled things with his mother. There are still some Spearman family secrets to be revealed in future books, but it seems pretty clear to me that Dawn Spearman is toxic. I can't blame Heath's siblings for their decision to cut her off, and I wish he would have come to the same conclusion sooner.
At any rate, I highly recommend "The Way of Us" for all contemporary romance fans and can't wait to get my hands on the next book in the series.
*Review copy provided by the author. All opinions expressed are my own.
About "The Way of Us"
USA Today bestselling author Claudia Burgoa delivers an emotional, slow-burn, friends-to-lovers, fake relationship, accidental pregnancy romance you don’t want to miss.
Sometimes you have to stop planning and live in the moment.
What do you do when your grandma wants to set you up on a date?
You fake it. Simple.
At least, that’s what I thought ten years ago.
It was a little lie: I’m dating Heathcliff Spearman.
Tall, dark, and incredibly handsome Heath Spearman.
My best friend.
I never thought things would get out of hand.
But things snowballed, and my grandparents think he’s my fiancé.
Oops!
They say some moments can change your life forever. Five happened to me in less than two months.
1. My grandparents threatened to visit me.
2. Heath offers to play the role of my fake fiancé.
3. We kiss—the kind of kiss that takes your breath away.
4. The lines between us blur. We go from friends to friends-with-benefits.
5. The word positive appeared on the pregnancy test.
I’m positively screwed.
Have I mentioned Heath doesn’t want children or a family?
Oh, and of course, my grandparents caught the lie…
What am I supposed to do now?
The Way of Us is an interconnected standalone in the Paradise Bay Billionaire Brothers series. A beautiful and heartfelt story of a strong woman who never gave up on family and love. A man who’s determined to rescue and defend her.
This is a redeeming love story that’ll have readers holding their breath until the very last page.
This is a redeeming love story that’ll have readers holding their breath until the very last page.
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