Book Review: A is for Abstinence - Kelly Oram

Title:  A is for Abstinence

Author: Kelly Oram

Genre: NA - Romance

Buy Link: http://amzn.com/B00KBA582Y

Blurb (from Goodreads): 

Best selling YA romance author Kelly Oram takes her first dive into new adult romance with this heartfelt and hilarious tale of a rockstar and a virgin.

Rockstar to the core, Six-time Grammy Award-winning musician Kyle Hamilton has it all—money, fame, talent, good looks, and a job he loves. His only regret in life: walking away from a certain notorious virgin because he was too prideful, stubborn, and even afraid to give her the only thing she asked of him—his abstinence.

Four years and a broken heart later, Kyle realizes that sex isn’t everything, and he suddenly can’t stop thinking about the girl that got away. Virgin Val Jensen got under his skin like no one else ever has. He wasn’t ready for her then, but things are different now. He’s grown up, he’s learned a few things, and he’s finally figured out exactly what he wants, or, rather, who he wants.

Kyle Hamilton wants a do-over, and this time he’s willing to do—or not do—whatever it takes.

My Review:

So I broke my rule TBR Challenge rule.  Kelly Oram is NOT on my "pre-approved to buy" list for this year, but I couldn't leave Val and Kyle up in the air like that.  I lasted 4 months.  That's pretty decent, right?  And it doesn't mean I'm going to run out and buy all the books...not necessarily. 

What I Loved:  Getting the rest of the story.  

I loved what Kyle was willing to do to prove to Val that he loved her and wanted to be with her.  I loved the growth his character went through between the two books in understanding Val's perspective and even as far as understanding just why waiting was so special.

Not So Much:  I didn't really feel like there was much of a story arch in this second book.  There were some minor issues and a little drama, but this was mostly a story about how Val and Kyle got their HEA.   I expected some kind of grand gesture from Marissa that would mess up something between Val and Kyle, or maybe someone from Val's side. 

The Verdict:     

I really glad I picked up and read this book, but kind feel like it could have been more.  This book is still clean, despite the NA category.  Mild cussing, and of course there is sex talk.