If I Can't Have You by Elena Aitken

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If I Can't Have You by Elena Aitken, book two in her Trickle Creek series featuring the Carlson siblings, is an amazing second chance story featuring Charlie Carlson and her best friend Symon Scott. Another special assignment, from their father’s will, is given to the Carlson children; this time it’s Charli's turn. She is assigned the task of creating and running a successful business all on her own; which pushes her totally out of her comfort zone. As she struggles with this, her childhood best friend, Symon returns to Trickle Creek, to visit his Gran and try and overcome his own demons after being injured in a horrible skiing accident. Charli is excited to see him, but feels cautious at the same time, as he left her years before to pursue is skiing dream. As they both try to work through their own challenges their relationship develops into more than just a friendship. Both of them must overcome their self-doubts, and while they both feel positive about being together, their old insecurities arise, making them question everything. They will need to prove to themselves that they are worthy and capable, despite their fears and doubts, before they can build a future together.


Ms. Aitken wrote a wonderful and amazing story that is not to be missed, Filled with magnetic attraction, sizzling chemistry, clever banter, and endearing characters supporting and cheering Charli and Symon on as they overcame their demons.  I totally enjoyed and highly recommend If I Can't Have You to other readers and look forward to the next story in this series.

 

I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book.

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