syndi3's review
emotional
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
From all of the couple books i read in tjis series, Luke and Tess are my least favorite. Then i found this All We Want and i thought i give it a try. Its a short novella anyway.
And i am surprise. I like them in this book. I think because in this book they are more mature adult and more realistic on working on their marriage issues. And the biggest of all, tackling having kids. They both want kids desperately. But both Tessa and Luke have been difficulty getting pregnant.
It is a warm fun loving story. A bit of plot twist on the end, but i am glad finally everything works fine for both of them.
And i am surprise. I like them in this book. I think because in this book they are more mature adult and more realistic on working on their marriage issues. And the biggest of all, tackling having kids. They both want kids desperately. But both Tessa and Luke have been difficulty getting pregnant.
It is a warm fun loving story. A bit of plot twist on the end, but i am glad finally everything works fine for both of them.
dgalanek's review
5.0
I adored this!!! There was so much love mixed with heartbreak and then the BEST ending EVER.
Luke and Tessa are back and hoping to expand their family. The fact that they’ve been trying for a year with no luck only causes tension between them. Their relationship is put to the test in this one
Luke and Tessa are back and hoping to expand their family. The fact that they’ve been trying for a year with no luck only causes tension between them. Their relationship is put to the test in this one
booklovingirl's review
5.0
Best book of the year!!
I can’t believe Tessa and Luke’s story could be more perfect. I cried, laughed, and screamed out of joy with this story, a must read!!!
I can’t believe Tessa and Luke’s story could be more perfect. I cried, laughed, and screamed out of joy with this story, a must read!!!
nerdy_book_lover_1987's review
emotional
hopeful
tense
fast-paced
5.0
💜 Suprise Baby
🤍 Emotional Rollercoaster
This was a heck of a ride! We follow Tessa and Luke through there ups and downs with trying to get pregnant! It pulls on every heart string that you have up until the very end!! Talk about an emotional rollercoaster. This is definitely a heavy topic for alot of women and it stays true to what goes on and the emotions and stress that trying to get pregnant puts you through. Such a good read!!
🤍 Emotional Rollercoaster
This was a heck of a ride! We follow Tessa and Luke through there ups and downs with trying to get pregnant! It pulls on every heart string that you have up until the very end!! Talk about an emotional rollercoaster. This is definitely a heavy topic for alot of women and it stays true to what goes on and the emotions and stress that trying to get pregnant puts you through. Such a good read!!
melissasfandomworld's review
5.0
#ALLTHEFEELS
a beautiful addition to the series in general and a heart wrenching, sometimes really saddening but beautiful homage to one of my fave couples in this series; Luke & Tessa.
Seeing them living through their own nightmares and working towards a HEA was intense and emotional, especially considering I'm living a lot of it myself as well at the moment. This story hits close to home which is probably why I've been an emotional mess right from the start. But I couldn't just not read, you know? I mean, it's a book about Luke & Tessa! These characters are so preciousssss...
And of course, there's not only Luke & Tessa. The whole gang makes reappearances and I couldn't be happier about it since I missed all of them a lot and they are just awesome! And Nolan in particular has to be mentioned I think: This kiddo soooo frigging cute. I can't even with this kid; He gets even more cute with every new book! I cannot wait to see him again in the next Bama book - and hopefully get his own book when he's all grown up *swoooon.
This book broke my heart at first and it was so sad at times but it gives you hope & all the feels as well. I laughed, I cried, I broke apart, I was put back together again and enjoyed every single second spend reading this book, even though it was so intense and emotional to me because of this particular story-line. To every Alabama Summer reader out there; this book is nothing short of amazing! We finally got what we were asking for and J. Daniels couldn't have written a more powerful follow-up book on this amazing power couple.
If you aren't familiar yet with these books and characters; pleaaaase go check out Where I Belong, the first book in the series and get hooked. You won't regret it for a second, I promise! J. Daniels has real talent when it comes to writing beautiful romance stories filled with just enough angst, amazing characters and just really great writing. Her writing has me always hooked right from the start and it never lets go. It has you feeling so much while reading the book and you continues thinking and feeling about these characters long after you finished reading. GO READ THE BOOKS <3
a beautiful addition to the series in general and a heart wrenching, sometimes really saddening but beautiful homage to one of my fave couples in this series; Luke & Tessa.
Seeing them living through their own nightmares and working towards a HEA was intense and emotional, especially considering I'm living a lot of it myself as well at the moment. This story hits close to home which is probably why I've been an emotional mess right from the start. But I couldn't just not read, you know? I mean, it's a book about Luke & Tessa! These characters are so preciousssss...
Spoiler
And Max... I was NOT prepared for this. I mean, I was already an emotional basket case because of the storyline in general and then Daniels added this as well; I'm broken beyond repair.And of course, there's not only Luke & Tessa. The whole gang makes reappearances and I couldn't be happier about it since I missed all of them a lot and they are just awesome! And Nolan in particular has to be mentioned I think: This kiddo soooo frigging cute. I can't even with this kid; He gets even more cute with every new book! I cannot wait to see him again in the next Bama book - and hopefully get his own book when he's all grown up *swoooon.
This book broke my heart at first and it was so sad at times but it gives you hope & all the feels as well. I laughed, I cried, I broke apart, I was put back together again and enjoyed every single second spend reading this book, even though it was so intense and emotional to me because of this particular story-line. To every Alabama Summer reader out there; this book is nothing short of amazing! We finally got what we were asking for and J. Daniels couldn't have written a more powerful follow-up book on this amazing power couple.
If you aren't familiar yet with these books and characters; pleaaaase go check out Where I Belong, the first book in the series and get hooked. You won't regret it for a second, I promise! J. Daniels has real talent when it comes to writing beautiful romance stories filled with just enough angst, amazing characters and just really great writing. Her writing has me always hooked right from the start and it never lets go. It has you feeling so much while reading the book and you continues thinking and feeling about these characters long after you finished reading. GO READ THE BOOKS <3
hollysrealm's review
5.0
Gold
Everything she writes is gold, and I mean everything! This book took me on an emotional roller coaster I was not prepared for! I cried a lot and of course laughed too That Tessa is my spirit animal.
I’m fully invested in these characters, I have read the entire series and I feel all the feels with them! It was raw and real.
J. Daniels makes you feel like your part of it not just reading it! So do yourself a favor and read all of her books... you can thank me later!
Everything she writes is gold, and I mean everything! This book took me on an emotional roller coaster I was not prepared for! I cried a lot and of course laughed too That Tessa is my spirit animal.
I’m fully invested in these characters, I have read the entire series and I feel all the feels with them! It was raw and real.
J. Daniels makes you feel like your part of it not just reading it! So do yourself a favor and read all of her books... you can thank me later!
bookedandbusybookblog's review
5.0
There has never been a series that I go back to over and over like J. Daniels Alabama Summer series. Every single book, every single couple just absolutely takes my breath away and I'm drawn into a world that only Ms. Daniels can write. Every single books is sexy, funny and emotional and leaves you with a smile on your face and All We Want was no exception.
It was nice to finally catch up with Luke and Tessa and learn that all they want is a family but all they really need is each other. This story was everything wrapped into one excellent story...funny, sexy, and oh so emotional. Not only was this story about two people who truly love each other but it shows once again that family is not only made by blood.
I laughed and cried throughout the entire book and that ending? It couldn't be any more perfect for Luke and Tessa. I cannot wait for more of the series <3
It was nice to finally catch up with Luke and Tessa and learn that all they want is a family but all they really need is each other. This story was everything wrapped into one excellent story...funny, sexy, and oh so emotional. Not only was this story about two people who truly love each other but it shows once again that family is not only made by blood.
I laughed and cried throughout the entire book and that ending? It couldn't be any more perfect for Luke and Tessa. I cannot wait for more of the series <3
xiotisa00's review
5.0
*tissue alert* Loved this book. This book hit all my buttons. Luke and Tessa have been trying to get pregnant and it’s just not happening for them. It is heartbreaking and honest in the feelings of this couple. Great novella and follow up for Luke and Tessa
dragonflyreads's review
5.0
All We Want hits on all cylinders and doesn’t stop until THE END!
I can’t even, y’all! J. Daniels hit it out of the park with ALL WE WANT. She easily and effortlessly goes from romantic comedy to deeply emotional with the turn of a page and it was a beautifully written story. Well done and worth the wait!
I can’t even, y’all! J. Daniels hit it out of the park with ALL WE WANT. She easily and effortlessly goes from romantic comedy to deeply emotional with the turn of a page and it was a beautifully written story. Well done and worth the wait!
erinann78's review
5.0
This story has been a long time in the making. Throughout the series we’ve been waiting to see how things would play out for Tessa and Luke. This is the story we’ve all been hoping for for these two. Daniels did not let us down! This was such an emotional and beautiful story. I started reading and I couldn’t put it down until I finished. I cried tears of heartbreak and tears of joy. This story truly did these characters justice. Their journey wasn’t easy, it didn’t go as planned, but it was THEIRS and it was perfect and I loved every minute of it.