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rachellynnreadss's review against another edition
5.0
4.5⭐️
Absolutely phenomenal. I was scared going into this one from book two but oh my gosh did these two surprise me in the best way. I went feral for them and could help but root so hard for their happy ending. I loved getting to see a different side to Kate. Watching her heal and find true happiness for herself was so rewarding. And the way Beck would do anything to protect her… ugh my heart hurt for them both at times. This series has easily become one of my absolute favorites
Absolutely phenomenal. I was scared going into this one from book two but oh my gosh did these two surprise me in the best way. I went feral for them and could help but root so hard for their happy ending. I loved getting to see a different side to Kate. Watching her heal and find true happiness for herself was so rewarding. And the way Beck would do anything to protect her… ugh my heart hurt for them both at times. This series has easily become one of my absolute favorites
laurentalevski's review against another edition
3.0
⭐⭐⭐ It was okay, ignoring the issues for a fun read (average not a standout)
by_bella's review against another edition
1.0
Was this worth it to read? For me, I’d say no. Unless you’ve read the second book, there’s probably some investment in it for you to read the third one but for moi—who hasn’t read the second—it just reads as if it’s rushed.
First off, the redeeming chapters for Kate is short nor was it actually there in the first place. Sure, she comes and helps Lucie from her ex but there is no apology of some sort. No making amends happening between her and her ex. Granted, Caleb isn’t a saint either. It reads as if the man was too busy for his first family but now that everything went to shit, he’ll do it different with his second one.
Can we also talk about the writing? I don’t know what’s wrong but it just feels off from TSWF. And the writing is especially in this book is off if you compare it to Waking Olivia.
Beck and Rachel are the only two people in this book that didn’t make me want to smash my head with a pan.
First off, the redeeming chapters for Kate is short nor was it actually there in the first place. Sure, she comes and helps Lucie from her ex but there is no apology of some sort. No making amends happening between her and her ex. Granted, Caleb isn’t a saint either. It reads as if the man was too busy for his first family but now that everything went to shit, he’ll do it different with his second one.
Can we also talk about the writing? I don’t know what’s wrong but it just feels off from TSWF. And the writing is especially in this book is off if you compare it to Waking Olivia.
Beck and Rachel are the only two people in this book that didn’t make me want to smash my head with a pan.
1bookobsessionconfessions's review against another edition
5.0
This story is so stunningly thoughtful, incredibly touching and has so much emotional depth. It took me on a painful yet beautiful journey with such wonderful, multifaceted characters.
What I love most about the story is that Beck is immediately an immensely likable character, while Kate is not. She’s messy and does things that are morally wrong.
I love the way her story unfolds and how it made me use compassion to understand her. I love flawed characters, I also love characters that can love them, see the whole person and accept them.
Beck is such a special man, the way he’s able to help Kate and still call her out on her B.S. is fantastic. He’s not a doormat and he knows when to push and when to be gentle. He doesn’t excuse or ignore her bad behavior. His emotional awareness and the way he cares deeply make him insanely attractive.
This story is (amongst many things) about overcoming loss, addiction and being honest with yourself about what will bring you true happiness.
♡︎And obviously, it’s about love.♡︎
There are so many ups and downs between Beck and Kate, I reveled in their raw, honest conversations. I love their friendship and their lighter moments, there’s so much struggle and pain that the humor and happy times were so satisfying. Their sharp banter is so fun and taut with longing and passion.
✦ I think this author writes the absolute best banter ever! ✦
The romance is unique, the characters are coming at it with different intentions. It’s tangled and painful, at times frustrating. There’s real angst and it’s deliciously hot and butterfly inducing. The uncertainty and pain are balanced by so much unexpected big heart.
This is a must read for romance readers who love something unique, written with intelligence and compassion. It’s my favorite book of the year. I give it all the stars.
What I love most about the story is that Beck is immediately an immensely likable character, while Kate is not. She’s messy and does things that are morally wrong.
I love the way her story unfolds and how it made me use compassion to understand her. I love flawed characters, I also love characters that can love them, see the whole person and accept them.
Beck is such a special man, the way he’s able to help Kate and still call her out on her B.S. is fantastic. He’s not a doormat and he knows when to push and when to be gentle. He doesn’t excuse or ignore her bad behavior. His emotional awareness and the way he cares deeply make him insanely attractive.
This story is (amongst many things) about overcoming loss, addiction and being honest with yourself about what will bring you true happiness.
♡︎And obviously, it’s about love.♡︎
There are so many ups and downs between Beck and Kate, I reveled in their raw, honest conversations. I love their friendship and their lighter moments, there’s so much struggle and pain that the humor and happy times were so satisfying. Their sharp banter is so fun and taut with longing and passion.
✦ I think this author writes the absolute best banter ever! ✦
The romance is unique, the characters are coming at it with different intentions. It’s tangled and painful, at times frustrating. There’s real angst and it’s deliciously hot and butterfly inducing. The uncertainty and pain are balanced by so much unexpected big heart.
This is a must read for romance readers who love something unique, written with intelligence and compassion. It’s my favorite book of the year. I give it all the stars.
cam_reading's review against another edition
4.0
I had read book 1 and 2 of this serie before, and I didn’t like the first one and thought the second was just ok so I didn’t expect much from this one. I was extremely surprised.
From book 2 (do read it before this one, you would miss too much without it) you start from a bad first impression of Kate. She is determined to get Caleb back and thinks the worst of Lucie without any reason except that she’s in her way. But as the book goes on, the Kate’s character gets deeper and better explained. Her grief, her loss, her addiction, her childhood, you understand how they forged her into who she is - a messy, imperfect and very lost person who’s hanging on the one thing that had brought her joy. She makes a lot of mistakes, and they were many frustrating times in the book, but I couldn’t help but understand where she was coming.
From book 2 (do read it before this one, you would miss too much without it) you start from a bad first impression of Kate. She is determined to get Caleb back and thinks the worst of Lucie without any reason except that she’s in her way. But as the book goes on, the Kate’s character gets deeper and better explained. Her grief, her loss, her addiction, her childhood, you understand how they forged her into who she is - a messy, imperfect and very lost person who’s hanging on the one thing that had brought her joy. She makes a lot of mistakes, and they were many frustrating times in the book, but I couldn’t help but understand where she was coming.
readers_together's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.25
Content Warnings
Moderate: Grief, Addiction, and Child death
myreadsjournal's review against another edition
4.0
Wow... what a crazy journey this book was. It's amazing how each couple's story in this series breaks my heart completely, but then I reach that greatly awaited point where their journey heals everything in me, brings me peace and internal happiness. Kate and Beck's story is part of this category, too.
I cannot even begin to find the right words to describe what I felt when I was reading through Kate's life. All I know is that with each page read, whenever Kate shared her emotions I was breaking inside. I cannot wish on my worst enemy what this woman went through, and how hard she's been fighting to cope and just exist on a daily basis.
I knew her story was going to break my heart, but somehow I didn't anticipate that it would do so in an excruciating pain rather than fast and almost painless. This just proves that Elizabeth O'Roark deserves the highest praise for being able to put together a story so damn well-written, a story that I'm sure will leave its mark for many days-weeks-to come.
Beck is amazing. He's a fantastic friend and he's an absolutely incredible person you wish you had in your life to rely on.
He's grumpy on the outside, and he's the kindest, gentle, sexy and loving on the inside. He's the man of our dreams, that's for sure. 🩵
The connection between Kate and Beck is palpable from the very start, which makes total sense once we learn more of their story. I absolutely adored all their moments together: the bickering, Kate's smart and fun mouth, their vibe, their sweet moments, their deep and vulnerable moments.
I loved the way Kate was able to open up with Beck in a way she hadn't been able to with anyone. He truly understood her, he never judged her, and he was the only one remaining by her side, regardless of circumstances. And Kate knew that he was her safe haven.
I wish Kate realised what she had in front of her sooner and didn't spend so much time and energy focused on getting Caleb back. I wish Kate realised sooner that her true soulmate was standing beside her since the very beginning. It pained me seeing Beck hurt, as much as it pained me seeing Kate in pain.
But at the same time, the more I learned of Kate's journey, the more I understood where she was coming from, and the more my heart broke for her, and then the more her POV made sense to me.
Kate is an extremely strong woman in my eyes and a true fighter.
Same as Beck. Their inner battles may be different, but they fight to get through everything all the same.
This story has a HEA-which I absolutely adored. It made me smile and swoon and I was so happy! For everyone, but especially Kate and Beck.
But the journey to get there was soulwrenching and an extremely emotional one. I cannot thank Elizabeth enough for giving us their story and delivering it in such precious, real, raw and emotional way—like only Elizabeth can do.
Thank you so much Valentine PR and Elizabeth O'Roark for the ARC of this book! 💖
I cannot even begin to find the right words to describe what I felt when I was reading through Kate's life. All I know is that with each page read, whenever Kate shared her emotions I was breaking inside. I cannot wish on my worst enemy what this woman went through, and how hard she's been fighting to cope and just exist on a daily basis.
I knew her story was going to break my heart, but somehow I didn't anticipate that it would do so in an excruciating pain rather than fast and almost painless. This just proves that Elizabeth O'Roark deserves the highest praise for being able to put together a story so damn well-written, a story that I'm sure will leave its mark for many days-weeks-to come.
Beck is amazing. He's a fantastic friend and he's an absolutely incredible person you wish you had in your life to rely on.
He's grumpy on the outside, and he's the kindest, gentle, sexy and loving on the inside. He's the man of our dreams, that's for sure. 🩵
The connection between Kate and Beck is palpable from the very start, which makes total sense once we learn more of their story. I absolutely adored all their moments together: the bickering, Kate's smart and fun mouth, their vibe, their sweet moments, their deep and vulnerable moments.
I loved the way Kate was able to open up with Beck in a way she hadn't been able to with anyone. He truly understood her, he never judged her, and he was the only one remaining by her side, regardless of circumstances. And Kate knew that he was her safe haven.
I wish Kate realised what she had in front of her sooner and didn't spend so much time and energy focused on getting Caleb back. I wish Kate realised sooner that her true soulmate was standing beside her since the very beginning. It pained me seeing Beck hurt, as much as it pained me seeing Kate in pain.
But at the same time, the more I learned of Kate's journey, the more I understood where she was coming from, and the more my heart broke for her, and then the more her POV made sense to me.
Kate is an extremely strong woman in my eyes and a true fighter.
Same as Beck. Their inner battles may be different, but they fight to get through everything all the same.
This story has a HEA-which I absolutely adored. It made me smile and swoon and I was so happy! For everyone, but especially Kate and Beck.
But the journey to get there was soulwrenching and an extremely emotional one. I cannot thank Elizabeth enough for giving us their story and delivering it in such precious, real, raw and emotional way—like only Elizabeth can do.
Thank you so much Valentine PR and Elizabeth O'Roark for the ARC of this book! 💖
flpanthersfan13's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Uuuggghhhhh this installment was soooo goooood! It really made me see Kate in a new light and her struggles were so much to overcome and sheds light on her actions. I can’t imagine going through all the things she has and still getting to where she is in this book. She is a tough but to crack, but when you do, it’s so worth it. And then Beck. Oh boy. What a man! Besides being giant and hot, he has a heart of gold and all the time he spent silently loving Kate and being there for her and helping her however he could and then some was just so sweet! The passion between them is so hot, the tension before it all ramps up you are right there with them for, and then watching all the hurt and pain, but love and caring, and also the steps they both needed to take on their own were so poignant and perfect. It was a bit of a tough but so very worth it. And I love the community in this book, as well as the love all around. So good!!
amc599's review against another edition
dark
emotional
hopeful
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
Felt like ending was a bit rushed