5 ⭐

Doing a series reread to prepare for the newest book...... yes, I just love this series so frickin much.

My initial review simply said, "HOLY BIONIC DING DONG, BATMAN" and, while I still stand by that, I do have a few other thoughts:

Plot Summary:
Vanessa doesn’t have the luxury of building a happily ever after on a new planet like her fellow alien abduction survivors. She must get back to Earth. Her family needs her, and she can’t afford to let them down again. So, she’ll find a way to break Clecanian law and get home—even if she has to marry (and betray) a sexy space pirate to do it.

Fejo can’t believe his luck when Vanessa, a gorgeous human with a sharp tongue, chooses him as her husband. He doesn’t know what he did to win her favor, but he’s determined to do everything in his power to make her happy. If only he could figure out why his alien bride is so reluctant to accept the kindness—and pleasure—he’s so eager to offer.

Vanessa’s plan was simple. Until she started falling for her ridiculously charming husband. Now, she has to figure out how to get home without breaking Fejo’s heart—or her own. Easy, right?

✔️Marriage of Convenience (one-sided)
✔️Grumpy lady/Sunshine love interest
✔️Sexy rakish pirate with major himbo energy and a heart of gold

Thoughts:
I loved this book on the first read and, damnit, I still love it the second time around. Honestly, Fejo deserves the world. My love for him is equal to the love I have for Theo.

OH, AND I HAVE TO GO READ THE MALADEK NOVELLA FROM Claimed Among the Stars BECAUSE HOW CAN I NOT??? Maladek redemption!

Pregnancy on page? (view spoiler)

Series Ranking

Book 1: Choosing Theo -(Jade/Theo) 5⭐
Book 2: Freeing Luka -(Alice/Luka) 3.25⭐
Book 3: Saving Verakko -(Lily/Verakko) 4⭐
Book 4: Tempting Auzed -(Alejandra/Auzed) 4.5 ⭐
Book 5: Using Fejo -(Vanessa/Fejo) 5 ⭐