The Family Man by Kelly Eadon - my review

My review of The Family Man by Kelly Eadon

The Family Man is Book 2 in Kelly Eadon’s “Belmont Beach” series. The circumstances in this book are very different from the previous one in the series but I love them both. I feel like The Family Man works as a standalone book even though a few characters from the previous book make small appearances.

For me, this book is very much about taking chances, and specifically taking a chance on love. Griffin Hall is a man of many layers and is more than the friendly coffee shop owner he appears. After being burned by an ex, who is also the mother of his little girl, his world revolves around his daughter Mabel. Baker and charming free spirit Beth gets Griffin to open up more, enjoy himself a little, and re-connect with parts of himself that he suppressed in his well-meant single-minded devotion to raising his daughter. I like the chemistry between Beth and Griffin and the way they balance each other out. There enough steamy scenes to balance to balance the drama. Mabel is cute without appearing saccharine sweet. I love the connection Beth forms with Mabel almost as much as I do the one she forms with Griffin. Kelly Eadon does a great job of conveying the warmth offered by family. The little bit of fear Kelly Eadon sprinkles through The Family Man adds excitement and acts as a counterpoint to the romance. The friendships and supporting characters in The Family Man make a much more textured story and enjoyable romance.

The Family Man is a steamy romance with some emotional kick. I like that Kelly Eadon has decided to tell The Family Man from alternating perspectives because it really gives much needed insight into the minds of the main characters. After reading the past two books in this “Belmont Beach” series, I am really eager to read Ryan’s book.