*****5 Stars***** Blue Genes (The Story of Us Series: Into the Blue) by Sydney Jamesson

Take the plunge with Beth Parker and be ready to fall headfirst Into the blue …
“I promise. Wherever you are, Beth, I will always be with you," ~ Ayden
Blue Genes is the continuation of the bestselling trilogy, The Story of Us.
Handsome, media magnate, Ayden Stone came into Beth Parker’s life like a bolt out of the blue, introducing her to an extravagant lifestyle filled with promises, new experiences and sensual pleasures. Possessed by love, they have fulfilled a childhood dream to be man and wife, believing nothing can come between them ‘until death us do part.’
Having been tortured by tragic events involving angels and demons from their past, these star-crossed lovers are ready to start a new chapter in their lives. Now, family comes first.
But which family?
Time is running out! Difficult decisions must be made that will stretch their fated bond to its very limit. Unforeseen enemies are conspiring and about to test the very foundation of their relationship: trust.
Blue Genes is an emotional, adult fairy-tale that transcends the ordinary: a sensual, suspense filled story overflowing with love, laughter and a longing for a happy ever after.
But sometimes, longing just isn’t enough …

Ayden Stone and Beth Parker are back in 'The Story of Us' series. Ayden and Beth are beginning a new chapter in their lives, they are starting a family. Their love is strong and has transcended the test of time, "We were married in a fairy-tale wedding as children; I stayed make-believe married to you or twenty-two years until you found me."
  
The story brings new obstacles and challenges for Ayden and Beth to endure. Ayden discovers his origens, his 'blue genes'. Beth struggles fitting in with Ayden's newly found lineage, she feels like an outsider, a peon. Ayden is reassuring, loving and committed to Beth. He has other plans for his blood relations.

A deal from the past is now aiming for retribution and Beth is the target. What will Ayden be willing to give up in order to protect his family?  "To know what is right and not do it is the worst cowardice."

Ayden and Beth's story is one of love, strength and trust. Ayden broke my heart, he had to overcome selfishness, find the strength and the will to give up the one he loves in order to protect. The ending is a cliffhanger, however I am grateful to the author for not leaving me in despair.