Close Contact. Christina C. Jones. 2020. Warm Hues Creative. 75 pages. [Source: Kindle Unlimited.]
Finally, a closer look at the third Clarke brother, Aiden. The anticipation for his story has been building for a bit, so I dove right into this one.
Aiden’s story is actually centered around Kima and her restaurant Tigress. She’s reluctantly accepting the Clarke brothers’ capitol and restaurateur expertise to save her pride and joy. Expertise that she resents and fears will strip Tigress of what makes it hers. Nonetheless, Aiden is the current bane of existence, as she works with him to refresh the Tigress menu.
Kima, for all her insecurities, was a relatable character. She’s been burned in love and business before, so she’s cautious almost to a fault with Aiden. To say she’s gun-shy about the Clarke brothers’ controlling stake in Tigress and Aiden’s attempts to make a genuine connection with her would be an understatement. She almost gets in her own way by trying so relentlessly to avoid failure. Aiden, on the other hand, has almost risen above that. He’s loved and lost, so his approach to Kima on all fronts reflects his growth and self-assured mentality.
These two and their chemistry is enticing and comforting at once. If there’s one thing to be sure of, it’s that the two of them have plenty of sexual tension and it shines through in all of their interactions. But even outside of the bedroom (or kitchen, or office), they’re cute and there’s an almost tender character to it.
Though brief, Close Contact is another satisfying read. While I’m sad to see the end of this installment with the Clarke brothers, I’m hoping they pop back up in a future CCJ book.
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