Claiming the Enemy

I really enjoyed this book, it's a new take on the traditional opposites attracting tale. The characters were interesting and Piper was quirky and endearing. When emergency medicine resident Piper begins a physical relationship with her supervisor, Ace, the only things either of them can foresee are problems. Piper is especially worried about losing the career she has worked so hard to build. Add in the jerk ex-boyfriend stiffing up trouble and you have an entertaining book. I gave this four stars instead of five because I wish we knew more about Ace's background - all we have are a few brief facts about him. I felt that Piper was a much more developed character. Additionally, the novel was heavier on sex than story and I would have really enjoyed more depth to the story. This is an enjoyable novel that fans of the genre will want to read.

Claiming the Enemy is a spicy enigma. Ms. Hawkeye brings the sizzle but displays an air of seriousness as well. Piper and Ace deal with guilt, grief and self image issues as they rapidly and awkwardly fall into love. Piper was not afraid to be herself but her emotions were easily bruised by the opinions of others. Her outer shell hides deep wounds that are hard to escape. Ace has loved and loss. His tragedy has left him broken inside and he hides behind an unbridgeable aloofness that offends others but protects himself. The breaking down of barriers exposes the pain inside and gives each a chance to heal. There is temptation, drama and feeling that shine like a diamond in all it's glory. Not always light and pretty but the beauty lies in the work to achieve the glow. 4.0 stars

These two were perfect for each other! Relationship-phobic, career-focused, and unable to stay away from the other once the seal was broken <3 It was only moments before their fake relationship took off, dragging them along and taking them straight to their HEA