A review by karentje
His Truth by Riley Hart
5.0
This was a heartbreakingly beautiful story.
And every bit as great as I knew it was going to be. My expectations for a Riley Hart book are always high, and she never disappoints.
Though both Leo and Roman had a difficult childhood, each in their own way, Roman's life especially has been brutal. Reading about his struggle to find himself, his truth, and to overcome the trauma in his past, was heart-wrenching.
The love Leo and Roman have for each other is incredible. It comes across so true and strong! So elementally a part of their very being! It touched me to the core.
I was especially glad with the epilogue. I loved that redemption was deemed possible for Roman's brother ( I confess to being curious about his story as well). The book leaves the reader with a feeling of hope and a great belief in the power of love.
I am in awe of Riley Hart's talent, to be able to write such a deeply moving story and such compelling MC's, and in such a respectful, emphatic and honest way. Taking the time to let this story grow, taking advice from therapists and psychologists to get everything right...wow.
You cannot read this book without feeling the love, dedication and hard work that went into writing it.
This story reminded me of Broken pieces, because of the overal tone and mood, the troubled youth of (some of) the MC's, the childhood friendship turning to love and the use of flashbacks to tell the story.
Both are stories that stay with the reader long after the book is finished.
And every bit as great as I knew it was going to be. My expectations for a Riley Hart book are always high, and she never disappoints.
Though both Leo and Roman had a difficult childhood, each in their own way, Roman's life especially has been brutal. Reading about his struggle to find himself, his truth, and to overcome the trauma in his past, was heart-wrenching.
The love Leo and Roman have for each other is incredible. It comes across so true and strong! So elementally a part of their very being! It touched me to the core.
I was especially glad with the epilogue. I loved that redemption was deemed possible for Roman's brother ( I confess to being curious about his story as well). The book leaves the reader with a feeling of hope and a great belief in the power of love.
I am in awe of Riley Hart's talent, to be able to write such a deeply moving story and such compelling MC's, and in such a respectful, emphatic and honest way. Taking the time to let this story grow, taking advice from therapists and psychologists to get everything right...wow.
You cannot read this book without feeling the love, dedication and hard work that went into writing it.
This story reminded me of Broken pieces, because of the overal tone and mood, the troubled youth of (some of) the MC's, the childhood friendship turning to love and the use of flashbacks to tell the story.
Both are stories that stay with the reader long after the book is finished.