I just finished the last book of the Trilogy. I feel that you have to read the three books even though there are parts that I did not care for. But they are consenting adults. A number of times I wanted to quit reading each book but I vowed to read them all. I am glad I did as it revealed how it all evolved and why things were as they were for each character. There is suspense in the books as well. Actually, I feel that it is a good love story and I am glad that I read them all.