![]() The boys started a very slow relationship after Jacob’s friend with benefits told him they could only be friends because he found someone with who he is in love. When Jacob first saw Wylde, he is instantly attracted to him, and although he was rude to both Wylde and his staff, Wylde could see through Jacob mean scowl because he knew there must be a reason for it. Wylde, a wedding planner, has had one heartbreak, but he is willing to move on from it and find love again. He never smiles, he is rude to everyone, he appears to be an all-around horrible person. So, it’s understandable that he would swear off love forever. Then his first love broke his heart, then his relationship with his father happened…then he found out that the man with who he is in love cheated on him-one heartbreak after another. Jacob, a divorce lawyer, has had some heartbreaks since high school, starting with his mom leaving him and his father to fend for themselves without a word. This is a story about two men, Jacob and Wylde. This book is her best work–in my opinion, and one of my favorite books in this genre. I recommend this author because her series is amazing. VIA did such a great job with these two characters, as she does in all her other books. I am so glad I did because I thoroughly enjoyed this book. ![]() This book’s blurb caught my attention, so I added it to my October TBR list. ![]() Wow!!! I came across The Secret in My Scowl when I was browsing to see which one of A.E. The Secrets in My Scowl Book Review By A.E. ![]()
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