Review: Legacy by Carrie Ann Ryan (Ashford Creek #1)
Note: An advance reader copy (ARC) was provided by the author.
Legacy is the first novel in the new Ashford Creek series from bestselling author Carrie Ann Ryan. This follows the prequel novella that Ryan released in November of last year, but for anyone that didn't have the opportunity to read it then, it's included with this new book. The events that unfold in this series starter take place two years after what plays out in the prequel between the main characters, Callum Ashford and Felicity Carter. He's a retired professional (American/gridiron) football player turned brewery owner who just happens to be best friends with her older brother, Rune. Two years ago, something changed between them, but as much as she wanted to see where it would go, Callum decided to let things be, what with the ten-year age gap and their connection to Rune. A couple of years pass before Felicity rents the one place in town that's available--the house right across the street from Callum's. Being in such close proximity leads to giving in to certain needs and wants, but will Callum be able to overcome the darkness that holds him back from basking in Felicity's light--before something far darker creeps in?
There's always this thrill when you get to be there when a go-to author kicks off a new series, especially when it has a main character who you've had glimpses of in earlier books. I've been curious about Callum Ashford since he first popped up in Carrie Ann Ryan's The Wilder Brothers series, and it wasn't just him, either. It was clear that there was something about the Ashfords that had me wondering what, if any, secrets they had buried. (And let's be honest here, these families always have secrets!) I don't think I could have conjured a better female main character for Callum than Felicity. I loved that they had known each other for years, even having their own close friendship separate from the one he shared with her older brother and his best friend, Rune. I understood why Callum had his apprehensions regarding letting his guard down and allowing his heart to lead when it came to Felicity. But he--along with his siblings--seriously deserved a happily-ever-after, especially given everything they had all gone through. If the series starter is as good as Legacy was, I'm excited to see what lays in wait in Ashford Creek. Five stars!
Release Date: 05 January 2025
Date Read: 05 January 2025
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