The good:
Not only did I get this friends-to-lovers novelette free in one of the romance giveaways February generates, but there is nice angst, and good tension. I also very much approve of the type of "separation" herein, where the MC reasons himself out of it and talks with his lover. I like it when authors let their adult characters act like adults.

I give it an average rating because I compared it to better works in this trope. Plus, this poor story cries out for a more attentive line-editor. My favorite was the Magic Disappearing Underwear, but there were several. Also, do people really get on a bed still wearing their underwear when they've seen each other naked many times, and they're fully ready for penetrative sex? I find that hard to believe.

As is her habit, the author once again tells me what a character's feeling, while showing me. I knew she'd do it, but I'm disappointed to be disappointed.

Regardless, this was a pleasant free read, and I wouldn't have resented spending the kindle 99 cents on it, either. It was sweet. ( )