Alec and Cordelia's story may seem like a bad cliche, but in reality it's a valid life lesson. You Do Something To Me is about appreciating the blessings of fate and learning from the painful moments faced along the way. It's not always pretty, but the feedback is worth each bump in the road. These people entered each other lives at a time when they needed each other most. From the pain of loss, to the trappings of instant fame, wealth and the surprising twists headed their way, the secret heir and the wealthy playboy change each other's lives in a big way. One obvious lesson to me is once a Sullivan takes over a heart there's no way to ever get it back. Something author and characters have in common. ( )

What would you do if an unknown relative left you a lot of money when they died? Embrace it or give it away? Cordelia knows she was adopted but she had a wonderful set of parents & never felt unwanted. Now her biological dad has died & left her his half of a hugely successful private aviation business. Alec Sullivan, the other partner, is willing to buy her out & does everything he can to make the situation easier on her. She's not prepared for the emotions Alec brings out.

Alec can't believe Gordon kept a secret from him. They were there for each other since Alec was young. Gordon was more of a father to him than his real father was. When he met Cordelia, the sparks began to fly. He wanted to do everything he could go make the situation easier for her. He tried to protect her from himself too. He wasn't going to commit to one person, ever. It caused too many problems.

Bella Andre has given us another great story in the Sullivan saga. These can be read as stand alone but you understand the family synergy better if you at least read the others in the New York group. The characters are well developed but at first Alec & Cordelia don't seem to fit at all. Alec is on a journey of self discovery. He needs to find a way to make peace with his past & discover what he truly wants from life. Another great book that makes you think! ( )