I really adored this romance - the characters were believable from the very first page and the shift in relationship between the two women was so carefully orchestrated. Taylor's grief was heartwrenching and the way she reacted and responded to various situations - and how her perspective and view changed throughout the book - was a stunning layer to this book. I rooted for both women from the start; their ups and downs, personal struggles and past baggage all combined together to create two characters I loved in a partnership I believed in.

I really enjoyed this book! My biggest issue is that I felt off about the relationship. It was an own personal preference so I didnt take too much off for it. Overall, I really enjoyed it. It made me want to read some more f/f romances and broaden my romance reading spectrum.

Amazing book. Would read over and over again. Well storyline and very good slow burn romance. I thank netgalley for allowing me to read And review

I really enjoyed Twice in a Lifetime. It was a solid follow-up to Right Kind of Wrong; it allowed for characters to be revisited while not stealing away from the main characters and their story. Twice in a Lifetime can also be read as a standalone book.

The characters, Taylor and Callie, were relatable. I really enjoyed their stories and their growth, individually and together, throughout the book. I thought it was well-paced; the book did not feel rushed, nor did it drag.

I found myself fully invested in the storyline. There was no "wow" factor that really stood out about this story. But it did not need it because it was just a well-rounded, well-crafted story.

I don't really know how to feel about this book. While the story is very nice and the author writing is more than enjoyable, I didn't feel anything about the book it-seld. I didn't really cared about the characters, feel their emotion or even found the story memorable. 

It's a nice read through to pass time, just not the sort of book you want to re-read.

I'm really disappointed that I just couldn't get into this story! I've known Trebelhorn by name in the lesfic world for a long time, but this is my first work of hers. I was just super bored by it. I thought all the characters sounded and acted the same, to the degree that I had trouble telling Callie and Taylor apart for a large part of the book. I never got any picture of their distinct likes/dislikes, personalities, etc. It felt like a very safe, by-the-books romance that never engaged on a meaningful level.

The best parts let us see the deeper side of each woman, but they were rare, sandwiched in with melodrama and rehashed conversations. My favorite part of this story was the time right after Callie and Taylor get together for the first time and they allow themselves to be soft and vulnerable together, even if it didn't last. That's the only time I felt a real connection between them. There was too much paper-thin drama involving Taylor not wanting to get involved with another woman in a high-risk profession, though we never get deep enough into her head to tackle that hang-up and really understand it. The kisses, touches, and lingering looks were very well-written and effective, but I can't get all weak-kneed over a romance that lacks any chemistry but physical. 

I think I'd really enjoy Trebelhorn's crime/mystery works based off the brief (but intense) scene towards the end of this book, but I think this story just played it too safe. I just never became engaged with the plot, the characters, or their connection.

It feels like there's a bit of a back story in this book that I'm not aware of. It's no surprise because it's the second book in a series for a family of characters, it also wasn't an issue because it's still easy to understand who is who.

Cop Callie finds herself recovering from being shot at the start of the book and her best friend's widow, Taylor, ends up looking after her for a few days.

Callie seems good natured whilst Taylor is carrying to be overloaded with baggage so they have some angst in front of them before any chance of a romance.

I liked that it wasn't a simple conclusion and that the characters had some ups and downs, but not too many.

I love PJ Trebelhorn's books but this one didn't do it for me. The writing felt stilted and some of the characters' behaviours felt unnatural. The two leads didn't have much chemistry. The synopsis was very intriguing but unfortunately the book couldn't hold my attention.

An okay story with a few flaws. After so much struggling during the story, the ending felt kind of rushed.

I thoroughly enjoyed this book, having long been a follower of Ms. Trebelhorn’s and the characters that she creates.  The first novel in the Burke series detailed the evolution of the relationship between Quinn and Grace, whose friendship matured into a partnership.  It was an angst ridden, lovely adventure.  This second work follows Callie, the homicide detective, whose long unrequited affection for Taylor blossomed into much more when a dire situation arose.  While the tale had all of the markers of contemporary fare, both women were appealing, with an interesting mystery/thriller subplot.  I will continue to follow the author’s work and seek out new publications.

A great read but the stalker addition to the storyline was unnecessary and it fell flat but overall it's an interesting novel with the just the right amount of angst and a sweet HEA.

A quick, enjoyable read. Engaging premise - woman starts to fall in love with her best friend's widow, and doesn't know what to do with the feelings, but surprise! The feelings are mutual.

It was quick, it was fun, it mostly escaped the "the tall dark bar owner looked longingly at the petite firefighter" tropes. A good read.

Any one who has read an LGBT romance is familiar with certain plot elements that pop up again and again. Usually at least one of the two main characters has had an experience that has steered them away from romance ( bad ex, married to the job, family/children issues, etc) but then they finally meet someone who may break through, and that person has their own issues. Knowing this, I still enjoy reading them and experience inf what is unique about them. This book didn't veer too far off the path, but was entertaining nonetheless.

The author again takes us back to Western New York where in her book ‘The Right Kind of Wrong’ we got to meet and read about the romance between Quinn and Grace. In this new book she looks at Quinn’s sister Callie Burke, a police officer who moves home after a bad breakup.Taylor Fletcher is a widow and happens own the bar where Quinn works. She still hasn’t moved on after losing her partner who was a firefighter and Callie’s best friend. Throw in a person intent on hurting Taylor and we have another really good read. Enjoy.

Twice in a Lifetime started off really good, the connection between two likeable characters Callie and Taylor flows well.

The story kept me interested until about 2/3rds of the way in. I then felt that the story was rushed and became quite limp.

This is the second in the series of the Burke sisters, its good to read the 1st book but not essential.

This is book number 2 in the Burke sisters series which started with 'The right kind of wrong'. The book features Callie, Quinn' sister, who is a cop, and Taylor, Quinn’s boss and widow of Callie’s late best friend. Taylor struggles to love again, especially knowing Callie’s a cop and could very easily also die in the line of duty. Her brain is telling her not to get involved with a cop, but her heart tells her to give love a second chance.

Characters were likeable. Plot felt weak. I understand the hesitancy, but it was too constant and a somewhat annoying source of angst.

Sexy and dramatically heart wrenching. This is a good book, I look forward to reading more by the author.

When I started to read this book I hadn’t realised it was connected to PJ Trebelhorn’s other book, The Right Kind of Wrong. Quinn from The Right Kind of Wrong is Callie's sister from this book, so as soon as I realised, I put Twice in a lifetime down and re-read the the first book in the Burke Sister series and I would suggested that readers do the same.

Callie has always thought her best friend’s wife, Taylor dislikes her and it seems to have gotten worse since her friends death. Taylor can’t possibly have a relationship like the one she had with her late wife, Andrea so why can’t she stop thinking about Callie. When Taylor attracts the attention of a patron in her pub and it is unwanted and obsessive, Callie steps in to make her feel more at ease. As they spend more time together they begin to enjoy each others company but can Taylor ever see Callie as someone she could have more with?

Fantastic storyline that I enjoyed even more than the first book in the Burke Sister Series. I particularly loved Callie and her cocky and feisty personality. I think keeping the protagonist’s, Grace and Quinn (from The Right Kind of Wrong) still prominent in this story was crucial and it worked well to build on Callie and Quinn's dynamic that I enjoyed so much in the first book.

I think Taylor’s loss was evident from the get go and PJ Trebelhorn really allowed the reader to feel Taylor's grief as well as being present for the awakening of feelings that were growing for Callie. The chemistry between them was electric and it builds at a steady pace throughout.

The only thing I think brings down the book is the fact that it has no epilogue however I am going to ignore that in the hope that there is a third book that will build on Taylor and Callie’s relationship. If thats the case I will happily re-review and give this book 5 stars.

4.5 stars

This is a nice book. There is some angst, nice character development... I personally prefer book 1, but this one is far from mediocre. If you want a nice novel with a hot detective as a main character, this is your go-to book.