Behind Closed Doors Review

By Shain Rose

From the Back

He’s the forbidden enigma I wanted to ignore . . . but instead I’ll be forced to share a home with him.

Jameson Knight arrives at precisely the same time every day to pick up his young daughter from school, smiling as she runs into his open arms.

It’s the only time I see him smile.

I don’t ask questions because it’s not my place. I’m just his daughter’s favorite teacher, nothing more. . . . Until the first bullet flies by us at recess.

Suddenly, I’m risking my life to protect her. And then Jameson drags me back to his estate, claiming it’s a matter of life-or-death.

Now I’m in the most beautiful home I’ve ever seen, faced with an offer from a man who’s just as gorgeous: Be the temporary live-in nanny until he can ensure my safety and find a more permanent solution. It’ll be easy, he promises.

Yet, the arrangement is anything but simple.

Not when Jameson’s hungry stare is all consuming and his touch pulse racing.

And definitely not when I find that nothing in this neighborhood is as it seems, including Jameson.

He may be powerful, possessive, and protective. But he’s also dangerous, demanding, and calculating.

As more of his secrets come out, I should run but . . .

How do I escape the enigma of Jameson Knight if he’s already captured my heart?

Themes

• Forced Proximity & Protective Romance: The protagonists find themselves confined together in a secure, secluded area, leading to a swift, close connection.

• Dangerous & Possessive Hero: Jameson is a "morally grey," dominant character who exercises his influence to protect the heroine.

• Secret Society/Mafia Romance: The narrative unfolds in a high-risk, violent environment hidden behind an opulent exterior.

Review

This book featured excellent character development. I truly got to know and love Mia, Jameson, and Franny, along with several of the side characters. Franny immediately won me over, and I adored seeing Mia fiercely protect her, especially against Jameson. The tension and longing were palpable, and the level of spice was perfect. There’s plenty of drama, hidden identities, power struggles, and a “nothing is what it seems” atmosphere. I enjoyed the secret society, the mafia-like undertones, and the found family moments—these elements kept me engaged and added some excitement to the story. I stayed up far too late telling myself "just one more chapter" because I couldn’t put it down. If you’re interested in a modern-day mafia/secret society romance with forced proximity and lots of tension, you should definitely give this book a try.