It's safe to say that Catherine Cowles now falls into my favorite author category. Delicate Escape was an excellent read that had me hooked from beginning to end. I can't wait for what's to come in the Sparrow Falls series!
Delicate Escape (Sparrow Falls #2) by Catherine Cowles
Trust doesn’t come easily when you’ve been running for as long as I have, which is why moving in with a man I barely know is such a bad idea.
Shepard Colson is all golden-boy charm and devastating good looks. But I know what it’s like to be taken in by easy smiles and the promise of forever—I have the scars to prove it.
Only the handsome contractor won’t stop coming by the bakery and prying little truths from my lips—those amber eyes of his seeing far too much. And when all the secrets come crashing down, he’s determined to keep me safe, even if it means moving into my rundown cabin to do it.
Now, Shep isn’t just rebuilding the walls of my home; he’s working his way into my heart. Suddenly, he’s everywhere: shirtless in my garden or in a towel coming out of my bathroom. And my resolve is no match.
Only it’s more than his golden looks. It’s him. The way he watches for my wounds but tells me I’m stronger than anyone he’s ever known. And I can’t help but fall.
But I should’ve known better than to think I could be happy—not when a ghost from my past still has me in his sights. And when he finds me, he’ll do anything to tear my life apart, even if it means ending it for good…
5 out of 5 stars
Delicate Escape was an absolutely stellar story! I
adore the world the author has created. I felt so pulled in and hung on
every word as Thea and Shep came together. I loved the buildup of emotion and
drama, and how the suspense element snuck up on me. I loved all the feelings,
tension, and building heat. This was such an excellent read!
I felt so much for Thea and all she had endured and I loved
her strength to create a new life for herself and her crazy cat. I loved how
sweet and patient Shep was and how pulled he was to her. I felt for him
and the demons he was battling. This had fantastic development as they both
opened up and shared and became vulnerable with one another. I felt that
emotion as they both grew and healed throughout the story. They had such wonderful
chemistry and I was waiting for that moment when everything exploded. It was
worth the wait and super passionate.
I loved all the characters and Shep’s siblings. Their group
chats were so fun and I liked getting snippets of their personalities and
seeing their bonds. I also enjoyed getting more Cope and Sutton, and am super
excited for their story next. I’m looking forward to everything related to the
Sparrow Falls series. I need single father Trace to get an HEA and what's up
with Fallon and Kye? And quiet but fierce Arden? I need to know! I loved the
humor they all brought and of course Grandma Lolli, this lady cracked me up. I
love that they’re all a found family that loves with their whole heart and have
each other's backs. It’s an extra special element that makes my heart happy.
There's a great suspense element involved and I loved the
drama it created. It's subtle and really builds with hints being dropped
along the way. I felt the anguish as it all played out. I was guessing who was
who and on the edge of my seat. There was also an awesome action-packed ending
and I swear I held my breath as it all played out. I loved all the hope,
healing, love, and growth. It was everything I could have wanted… and more.
"Stellar story that had me hooked from beginning to end!" - About That Story
Connect with Catherine Cowles
Delicate Escape (#2) - Amazon
Broken Harbor (#3) - Amazon | Releases November 19, 2024
Beautiful Exile (#4) - Amazon | Releases March 18, 2025
Chasing Shelter (#5) - Amazon | Releases July 22, 2025
Secret Haven (#6) - Amazon | Releases November 21, 2025
This book had so many awesome tropes. He falls first, hidden identity, best friend's brother, forced proximity, and found family. Do you have a favorite? Let me know!