Release Day Review: Model Exposure by Lissa Kasey (Giveaway)

Title: Model Exposure
Series: Haven Investigations: Book Four
Author: Lissa Kasey
Release Date: October 2, 2017
Category: Mystery/Suspense
Pages: 256

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After being rescued by Ollie, Kade continues to suffer the aftermath of his ordeal, both physically and psychologically. Not knowing how else to clear his head, he pours his energy into Ollie—the love of his life—and Haven Investigations, but neither Ollie nor Kade can continue to ignore what they learned from their last case: Ollie’s brother, Nathan, might have betrayed Kade.

As they dig into Ollie’s past, secrets are revealed. Was Nathan’s death a suicide? Were Ollie’s parents much more than they seemed? Is someone out to kill Ollie, or is it Kade’s past coming back to haunt them again?

Amidst questions and uncertainties, one thing is clear: after everything they have been through together, Kade and Ollie have never been more in love and they want to get married. But first, they’ll have to deal with the continued threat of Kade’s past, the emotional wounds Kade fears are drowning him, and the possibility that everything Ollie believed about his family was a lie. A beautiful happily ever after awaits them—as long as they can survive long enough to make it to the altar.

*Copy provided to Bayou Book Junkie by Dreamspinner Press for my reading pleasure in hopes of an unbiased opinion, a review was not a requirement.*

Model Exposure is Book 4 in Lissa Kasey's Haven Investigations series and CANNOT be read as a standalone. I know you're thinking here she goes again, but seriously, this series follows Kade and Ollie and must be read in order. This isn't even a case of not getting all the references if you don't read it in the appropriate order. There are many characters and storylines that will not make sense. You have been warned!!

Let me start by saying I absolutely love this series. It took me by surprise from the first book to the last. But, my plea to the author, can't you give Ollie and Kade a break already? I mean, Come On! I just had to get that out of the way because I said it many times reading this book. I went into this book thinking Ollie and Kade are in a good place. They've survived everything thrown at them, and it's now time for them to settle into their life. WRONG, WRONG, WRONG, WRONG. I knew the storyline of Nate and his death was left open, but good grief, I did not see any of the craziness that happens coming. Again, come on, can't they catch a break? Ok, I'm done pleading for Kade and Ollie's sanity.

Regardless of the outside forces that are continuing to destroy Ollie and Kade, they're managing to hold their relationship together. They're picking up the pieces in their lives and finding their new normal. At least that's what it appears is happening. I love Kade and Ollie's Alice in Wonderland date, and Kade's new tattoo. I love seeing Micah in their life and how they're all making their lives together. But, as typical with this series, there's a lot happening behind the scenes to destroy Kade and Ollie. But people underestimate the love between Kade and Ollie and the strength of their relationship. Happily, they manage to survive and come out in a better position. And, thankfully, we get Nate's story and closure on it. It was heartbreaking, as expected. I found out someone that was trustworthy, actually isn't but Ollie and Kade are able to work through that and at least know the truth.

Reading this series is exhausting! Even though I don't typically read over the top angsty stories, I don't regret it at all. And if given a chance to all over again, I'd definitely read them again. Through all the angst, tears, sadness and craziness, there's Ollie and Kade and their self-made family and their beautiful love. They make the roller coaster ride worth it! I highly recommend this series and forewarn you, that if you're going to start, make sure you have time to read all four books because you're not going to want to stop reading!

Rating: 4.5 stars

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