When I say I binged this book like I’d lose the kindle file, I wouldn’t be lying.(read within 9 hours) Breanna Riley played to my heart with this sweet read.

I read Preservation as a stand alone, not having read the first book in the series. From the start I was transfixed within the story. It follows a young woman coming out of the sex trafficking world. She meets a protective older man, developing a love interest. The story follows Isla becoming independent for the first time in her 24 years, her love interest and her past coming back to haunt her. At the same time the story follows Derrick, a 42 year old ex navy member who owns a bar. Isla shows up to an interview at his establishment.
Riley does list trigger warnings such as sexual assault, miscarriage, kidnapping, prostitution, PTSD, etc. so make sure to check them out before reading.
Not having read the first book I wish Breanna would have elaborated with Isla’s backstory a bit more which is why I gave it a 4.5 rating.
With that being said this is an amazing quick read that will leave you wanting more.
Slow burn, light spice, romance, mature, age gap.

I wish I could re read this with fresh eyes.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.