I’ve Got You, Babe by Lynette Austin
Publisher & Release: Sourcebooks, August 27, 2019
Time and setting: Present Day, Georgia
Genre: Contemporary Romance
Length: 384 Pages
Heat Level: 1 Flame
Rating: 4.5 Gold Crowns
Book Description:
Where do you go when you're at the end of your rope?
Former Marine Tucker Wylder wants nothing more than to work with his brothers in their vintage car restoration business and be left alone with his nightmares and regrets. The last thing he needs is to take on someone else's troubles...
Then Elisa Danvers and her young daughter arrive in Misty Bottoms, Georgia. Elisa has reached the end of the line—flat broke, engine trouble, sick in body and spirit. Tucker steps up to the rescue and finds himself reluctantly taking care of a feisty preschooler and her independent mother, who doesn't seem to want his help. And Tucker isn't sure he's ready for the way precocious little Daisy and headstrong, beautiful Elisa herself capture first his bachelor household and finally his carefully guarded heart...
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Vikki’s Musings
I’ve Got You, Babe is the first book I’ve read by Lynette Austin, but it will not be the last! I am so glad I accepted the invitation from the publisher, via Net-Galley, to read and review. My opinions are my own and are not influenced in any way.
I thoroughly enjoyed this light-hearted romance with more depth than normally found in this type of novel. To be honest, I thought this would a fast read to while away a lazy afternoon with lively banner but very little substances. Wow, that was not the case!
Elisa Danvers is an engaging heroine with multiple layers. While she could have easily allowed her past heartache to color her world, she has pulled herself up by her bootstraps and is determined to give her adorable daughter, Daisy Elizabeth, the best life possible. She a truly nurturing character and this comes through in all her relationships, including her friendship with the hero.
Tucker Wylder’s character has a lot more depth than I expected. On the surface, he’s an easygoing guy, but underneath looms heartache. He’s returned to Misty Bottoms, Georgia after leaving the marines. Tucker had challenged his commanding officer, and the hard-ass confined him to base while sending his buddies on a hopeless mission. None of them survived. He suffers from a great deal of guilt and has horrific nightmares.
I loved Elisa’s gentle understanding and desire to help Tucker when she learns of his troubles at night. This is another example of her nurturing nature. While there is a strong attraction between the heroine and hero, the emotional connection is more important than the physical. I love that. It’s not to make light of the desire they feel, but for me, the emotional feelings needs to be there for love to blossom and flourish.
Daisy Elizabeth is an important secondary character and adds greatly to my overall enjoyment of this heartfelt romance. She is a pure delight. She takes to Tucker from the beginning when he cares for her after her mother faints at the beginning of this story. She clearly wants him to be her daddy!
Tucker is amazed over his strong urge to protect Daisy and her mother, but he can’t deny his developing feelings for the pair. Although he does run scared at one point, he cannot stay away long. I loved watching him battle his demons so he will be free to give his heart.
If you enjoy romances with plenty of heart and endearing characters, then you will love I’ve Got You, Babe as much as I did. I enjoyed it so much, I’ve already downloaded the Audible version of Must Love Babies, the first book in this delightful series. Happy reading!
Lynnette Austin loves Starbucks, peppermint patties, and long rides with the top down and the music cranked up! One of the great things about writing is that daydreaming is not only permissible but encouraged. She grew up in Pennsylvania, moved to New York, then to Wyoming, and presently divides her time between Florida's beaches and Georgia's mountains. She's been a finalist in RWA's Golden Heart Contest, PASIC's Book of Your Heart Contest, and Georgia Romance Writers' Maggie Contest. Having grown up in a small town, that's where her heart takes her-to those quirky small towns where everybody knows everybody...and all their business, for better or worse.
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