Book Review: Unlovable by Sherry Gammon

Unlovable (Port Fare #1) by Sherry Gammon

Published by:  Wordpainting Unlimited 

Publication date:  19th January, 2011

Source:  Thanks to author

Port Fare, New York, has fallen into the clutches of true evil. The Dreser brothers have arrived with a scheme to increase drug sales in the area by whatever means possible. Seth Prescott is part of MET (Mobile Enforcement Teams) a branch of the DEA (Drug Enforcement Administration). He's been assigned to work undercover at Port Fare High, and things aren't going very well, until senior Maggie Brown enters the equation. He's harbored a secret crush on her from day one, and now that she is in the center of the case, he's trying to stay clear and objective while walking the line between business and unrequited love.

Maggie is truly the poster child for Heroin Chic, complete with jutting bones and dark-ringed eyes, but is she an addict, or is there another reason for her appearance? She struggles with her feelings for Seth, fearing he is just another person who will eventually let her down, as everyone in her life has done thus far.
Maggie has spent her life caring for her alcoholic mother. A task that has left her heavily burdened and alone. Before long, her mother's health takes a turn for the worst, sending Maggie's life into a tale-spin.

While Seth works relentlessly to inject fear into the dealers and flush them out into the open, Maggie fights to stay alive as the hunt turns deadly.

Seth and Maggie's romantic journey is one of humor, heartbreak, and self-discovery.

My Review:

Favourite Quote:  With my poor heart pounding wildly, his kiss spilled through my soul, and I was lost.  His lips never left mine, yet he was all over my mouth.  Never before had I felt anything this wonderful.  I knew I'd pay dearly for my surrender, but I'd gladly pay it.  I hoped this kiss would never end.  

Wow!  Unlovable was fantastic.  It is such a sweet and tender tale that will appeal to any romantics at heart.  

Unlovable is definitely an effortless and addictive read.  I had other review books that I was meant to read before this but I thought I would have a little look just to see what it was like and ended up getting caught up in the plot (or should I say the romance) and finished it one sitting.  Gammon is a debut author but you would never tell from her wonderful writing.  Her prose is filled with plenty of emotion and really is a story from the heart.  While I found it easy to read the plot felt a little too perfect at times though.  Did it stop me personally from enjoying it? No but it may bother some readers so be warned.

Both Maggie and Seth are well rounded characters.  Maggie has a rough life but shows a lot of strength  for a a character that has had such a tough time.  She is a sweetheart that always seems to put others first.  Then you  have Seth.  A lovable guy with a big heart that would do anything to keep Maggie happy and safe.  It would be impossible for anybody not to like these two.

There is also some interesting secondary characters like Cole and Booker.  You just get the sense you are beginning to know them so it will be great to get their stories in Unbelievable and Unbearable.

Now on to the romance.  For me it is the strongest part of the plot and my favourite aspect of the story.  It definitely will make the the heart of any romantic melt.  Seth and Maggie have plenty of dreamy romance moments that will make you go  awwwwww.  But there relationship is not perfect as they have a few obstacles to over come but they never waiver about the way they feel for each other.

Overall, Unlovable is a passionate and engaging read that is perfect for fans of romance.  Can't wait more of the Port Fare world in Unbelievable.

Overall Rating: 4/5
Writing: 4/5
Plot: 3.5/5
Characters: 4/5
Romance: 4.5/5
Cover: 4/5

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