The Crush

Galen is now my new favorite Cooper sibling. This book sucked me in from the beginning and I read it in one sitting. Readers get ready for an emotional, beautifully written story about two people that have been hurt in the past but are perfect for each other. Galen has had a crush on Brenda since he saw her taking her stuff into the elementary school as a new fourth grade teacher. Luckily, Olaf finally brings them face to face, when he gets away from Brenda and dashes into Galen’s office intent

I was lucky enough to receive an ARC from the author. Later, I purchased a copy. Brenda is a sweet teacher but a wild child at heart. Galen is lost and is alone most times. He feels things so very deeply. He is working to make himself better. He has a huge crush on Brenda but is too shy to act. I love Galen's personality. I love his steadfast heart and his love of family and community. I love how he and Brenda connect and how they mesh together. This story is well written with likeable characters and great details. I can not wait for Galen's brother Billy's book.

The Crush is book 6 in the Lake Bittersweet series by Jennifer Bernard and a great addition to this series! Up next is Galen Cooper and Brenda McMurray’s story and what a story it is..the mountain man, Galen has had a crush on Brenda since she came to town almost 2 years ago but because of some childhood trauma he believes he can not find a forever love. This story takes you on a journey of discovery, honesty, meddling family, steam, witty banter, not playing games and so much more…