We could forgive each other for anything except betrayal.

Sometimes, we hurt each other to accomplish something or make a point, which worried Dr. More than anything, this quote represents the book so much to me: It's the ultimate example of 'showing not telling' with writing and this level of emotional depth and detail kept me constantly connected to the these characters. It's like getting an exclusive behind-the-scenes view into their minds and you don't just see their actions, you see why they're acting a certain way. So often it's people's insecurities and fears that are the root cause behind actions that might seen irrational or unwarranted but in this book, Gideon and Eva have grown so much and we're always shown the causes of their actions. I really applaud Sylvia Day for writing such an incredibly erotic series that was balanced with so much depth and complexity that it truly made this story one that you can't stop thinking about. You genuinely see the strength of their relationship grow over the series. Given their respective painful and damaging pasts, being open and communicative is an area that is shaky for them and so you definitely see them stumble and fall, but they always get up stronger. Even when they fight (as any couple naturally would in a growing relationship), you can always feel that there's a genuine reason behind their disagreements.

The one thing I've loved since the first book was that you are always made to believe that Gideon and Eva's love for each other is the kind of love that transcends pure desire, but has the depth to wether any storm. So this review is more about my reaction TO the book. I'm not going to mention the plot at all in this review because if you've read the series, then you know where Gideon and Eva are at and if you haven't, then I don't want to give anything at all away. His face was impassive, giving nothing away, but his eyes… those blue, blue eyes… they raged with emotion. His hand curved around my nape, the hold possessive and tender at once. It’s extraordinarily gratifying to read about these two damaged people who love each so deeply and with such intensity working as hard as they can to build a healthy relationship and emerging stronger as a couple in a way that makes you truly believe that their love will last forever and ever and ever. I adored every word and I couldn’t be happier with the ending. Gideon and Eva’s tumultuous and intensely passionate love story first captured my heart years ago and this final book kept me glued to the page from the moment I started until the very end. This was one of my most highly-anticipated books of the year and it delivered everything I'd hoped for and more!! The Crossfire series is one of my all-time favorites.

Every rite of passage… Everything.” He swiped at the tear that leaked out of the corner of my eye.

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