Series:
Greek Island Brides (Book 2)
The rebel bachelor is back…
To claim her baby!
In this Greek Island Brides story, pregnant surrogate
Popi Costas is faced with raising her late sister's child alone until the
baby's wealthy uncle arrives to take charge! Apollo Drakos is distractingly
handsome, but Popi won't let that stop her from fighting to keep the baby. Yet
as she gets to know the man behind the wild card reputation, Popi's
reconsidering welcoming Apollo into her new little family…
Good book about two people who overcome their antagonism
to make a difference in an orphaned infant's life. Popi agreed to be the
surrogate for her sister and brother-in-law, never expecting them to die in a
tragic accident. She is determined to raise the baby on her own and is shocked
when the baby's globe-trotting uncle shows up to claim the baby. Apollo is
determined to raise the baby as his brother's heir. He expects Popi to be
relieved to escape the responsibility and is shocked when he learns otherwise.
Sparks fly between Apollo and Popi as each stands up for
their right to raise the baby. But attraction simmers under the antagonism, and
neither is sure how to deal with it. Matters become complicated when they are
trapped alone on the island during a storm, and Popi goes into labor. I was
impressed by Apollo's ability to suppress his fear and help Popi. During those
long hours, they begin to realize that first impressions and others' opinions
are not always accurate. This makes it easier for Popi to accompany Apollo back
to Athens after Seb's birth.
Apollo and Popi are dealing with much self-inflicted
guilt over their relationships with their siblings. This creates a deep-seated
belief that they don't deserve the chance to be happy. Added to his responsibility
are Apollo's unhappy memories of his childhood in the home he inherited. I liked
seeing him use his love of gardening to work through his issues. His true
nature came to the surface as the garden blossomed. I liked how Popi found a
way to help change Apollo's memories of the house.
I especially enjoyed seeing Apollo and Popi bond over
their love for little Seb. Both were determined to ensure that Seb received all
the love he needed. I enjoyed seeing Apollo grow into his role as a father,
especially the sweet scene in the nursery (gotta love the diaper bit!). But miscommunication
and a lack of self-worth nearly drive them apart. The ending was emotional as
each realized that they belonged together. I loved the surprise Apollo had for
Popi.
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