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cierra_mccauley_cierrascorner's review
5.0
Wow. This was definitely not what I was expecting. This was a very emotional read. Pulled a lot of different emotions from me. I loved Nate he was very sweet and patient had a strong love for Aurora. He was a Great Book Boyfriend swoon worthy! Aurora has been through so much loss and desperately needs someone, to be there through her grief and help her through coping. I don't like to read any type of cheating it really puts a ugly mark and can ruin a book for me. However, I know that not all happily ever afters come without problems. Like I said this book pulled so much emotion from me I really felt for each of the characters even Mathew. A great read! Such a strong response. This book will stay on my mind for days to come. A story of how to never take anything for-granted, for Hope and a chance at Love. I received a ARC from the author in exchange for a honest review.
reading_with_2_book_lovers's review against another edition
5.0
Wow what an amazing book, to read about the struggles of PTSD and prescription drug addiction in such detail was amazing.
The love story between Aurora and Nate was one of a kind, he was always there for her and so so calm.
Great story to read, was a first to read from H.M Shander but won't be the last.
Received a copy for an honest review.
The love story between Aurora and Nate was one of a kind, he was always there for her and so so calm.
Great story to read, was a first to read from H.M Shander but won't be the last.
Received a copy for an honest review.
chrissyp's review against another edition
4.0
Such an example of patient love!! Nate was practically perfect as the hero of a love story. He was kind, patient, loyal and only wanted what was best for Aurora. I didn't think she deserved him at all. She was so wrapped up in her own misery, she didn't even think about anyone else. Of course, I understand that she was dealing with some major loss and depression. Not to mention her chosen method of dealing with all of it. Thankfully, she did redeem herself in the end. I ended up enjoying the story.
bookflutter's review against another edition
5.0
Duly Noted! The story of Aurora and Nate- it started off with intensity and emotions that felt so real! Aurora was in a tragic accident and survived with PSTD and a drug abuse problem- Nate a race car driver fell hard for her and was determined to help her through her fears! Let me tell you..... Nate is everyone's fantasy man! Well we all know love does not come easy- and we watch it first hand be torn from their fingertips!!! This story was so well written with detail and so beautiful (until it wasn't and then it was again ;)........ definite must read.... especially to witness first hand true love, friendship, strength and determination and much much more!
prity_b's review
4.0
The start of the book is really good. The accident and how Aurora felt about it afterwards is very well described. It got me hooked. But the middle portion drags on, becomes a little tedious for a bit. How Aurora fought PTSD is inspiring. all in all a good book. I would recommend it.
prity_b's review against another edition
4.0
The start of the book is really good. The accident and how Aurora felt about it afterwards is very well described. It got me hooked. But the middle portion drags on, becomes a little tedious for a bit. How Aurora fought PTSD is inspiring. all in all a good book. I would recommend it.
reading_with_2_book_lovers's review
5.0
Wow what an amazing book, to read about the struggles of PTSD and prescription drug addiction in such detail was amazing.
The love story between Aurora and Nate was one of a kind, he was always there for her and so so calm.
Great story to read, was a first to read from H.M Shander but won't be the last.
Received a copy for an honest review.
The love story between Aurora and Nate was one of a kind, he was always there for her and so so calm.
Great story to read, was a first to read from H.M Shander but won't be the last.
Received a copy for an honest review.
tee_en's review
4.0
I RECEIVED A COPY OF THIS BOOK FOR AN HONEST REVIEW
So I jumped right into reading and really loved the descriptive writing. I felt like I was there going through every bit of angst and anxiety with Aurora. She is difficult, which I guess is to be expected from a 19 yr old suffering from PTSD. The plot did become predictable and you somehow knew that Aurora was going to get it together by the end.
Overall I really liked the story. It's written well and is a very showing story, not just one that info dumps on you. I like Nate's soft character to Aurora's feisty personality. You can see how well the two work together. Only issue with them is how fast he fell for her, only after a few conversations. A lovely love story, full of anxiety, heartache, and triumph that I wouldn't mind reading again.
So I jumped right into reading and really loved the descriptive writing. I felt like I was there going through every bit of angst and anxiety with Aurora. She is difficult, which I guess is to be expected from a 19 yr old suffering from PTSD. The plot did become predictable and you somehow knew that Aurora was going to get it together by the end.
Spoiler
The Matthew James connection was TOO convenient for my liking. I know it's a small world and everything but his wife, who was cheating on him that he said he remained true to even after her death but still had sex with a drugged up 19yr old, was in the same accident that caused Aurora's PTSD. Not enough degrees of separation for me. If it would have stayed as an author wanting to bang his fan at a library, I would have been okay with that. Then the father with his date-rape drug... NOT COOL. I get it that it got her from point A to B but I guess I wanted that facet of the story flushed out a bit more. Just curiosity nagging me I guess.Overall I really liked the story. It's written well and is a very showing story, not just one that info dumps on you. I like Nate's soft character to Aurora's feisty personality. You can see how well the two work together. Only issue with them is how fast he fell for her, only after a few conversations. A lovely love story, full of anxiety, heartache, and triumph that I wouldn't mind reading again.
bekbrainerd's review
4.0
I saw the blurb for this book and knew I had to read it. Real issues dealing with tragedy, drugs, and healing? Yes please.
It did not disappoint. There were a few moments where character emotions seemed to flip too quickly, and I felt certain portrayals of motivations could have been better, but I loved the story overall. It was refreshingly different enough while still hitting upon those things we know and love about romance and healing stories. I also really appreciated all of the themes explored.
Aurora and Nate were also completely enjoyable. I liked Aurora's prickliness -- and I really sympathized with all of the things she was going through. I also really appreciated the other relationships Aurora had in her life and how important they were, too. Nate's story is also neat - and the twists are awesome!
The writing was good, the story great, and the plotting worked out well. A lovely read.
It did not disappoint. There were a few moments where character emotions seemed to flip too quickly, and I felt certain portrayals of motivations could have been better, but I loved the story overall. It was refreshingly different enough while still hitting upon those things we know and love about romance and healing stories. I also really appreciated all of the themes explored.
Aurora and Nate were also completely enjoyable. I liked Aurora's prickliness -- and I really sympathized with all of the things she was going through. I also really appreciated the other relationships Aurora had in her life and how important they were, too. Nate's story is also neat - and the twists are awesome!
The writing was good, the story great, and the plotting worked out well. A lovely read.
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