Title: Texture of Intimacy ReRead
Author: Nalini Singh
Series: Psy-Changeling #10.5
In: Wild Invitation (Nalini Singh)
Rating Out of 5: 5 (I will read this again and again and again)
My Bookshelves: Paranormal romance, Shapeshifters, Urban fantasy
Pace: Fast
Format: eBook, Novella
Year: 2013
No matter how many times I reread the Psy-Changeling series, there is something about Lara and Walker’s story that I absolutely adore. The fact that it isn’t a standalone actually kind of works. They have a less angsty relationship than some of the other couples in this series. But, I think the joy and simplicity of their tale is a good way to break up some of the heavier aspects of the Psy-Changeling storyline.
Although Walker and Lara’s relationship starts in Play of Passion, it is in Texture of Intimacy that all of the little pieces come together. Not just their slow falling in love, but also the way that they are able to make their lives fit together. Plus, this story incorporates Walker’s children, Marlee and Toby, in the beginnings of the relationship. Showing how both children choose to accept Lara into their family with excitement and love.
I think one of the things that I really enjoy about Lara and Walker’s story is Lara’s giving nature and ability to love. As someone who works in the “caring fields”, I kind of understand this drive to do anything and everything for the people under my care. I also know what it’s like to have that capacity to care, until you end up burning yourself out. The fact that Walker manages to balance this out, by placing Lara above everyone else and caring for her, it just worked perfectly. And makes me hope that one day I’ll find someone who is able to pull me back from giving too much too.
This novella took place over a decent period of time, but was also kind of sweet and light. I thoroughly enjoyed reading it, and look forward to diving into more of the Psy-Changeling world. Even if it is just to get a glimpse of Walker and Lara again as they support and love one another, and the children they both love.
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