Beautiful Love. Ugly Love. Forever Love.
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Miles Archer is the ultimate silent type. He is intense and his presence takes over whenever he is around. His eyes say so much, but he? He gives nothing away. He doesn't want to. Never again. Love? Hell to the no. But he is not blind. And for the first time in years he wants someone. He wants Tate. When Tate Collins moved in with her brother Corbin, the last thing she expected was the greeting that awaited her. But from the moment she met Miles her world changed. Their arrangement was simple enough. Sex with no strings. They weren't even friends. There were only two rules. Don't ask about his past and don't expect a future. There was only the present. A very brief present. And she would take it for as long as it lasted. Even if she knew that the end was near and it would destroy her. To pieces. Because there are two sides of love. The beautiful one that lifts you up and makes you feel like you are floating. And the ugly love that leaves you with nothing but pain. Unforgiving pain. Miles and Tate's story is breath taking, heart wrenching, hope giving and everything in between. It is happy and sad and will make you fall in love with the beautiful and the ugly. An amazing read.
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Love doesn't get more lyrical than this. This is "magical realist love".
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I write this review after having an epic Oprah ugly cry.  I have read all of Ms. Alexnder's books.  She has done it again drawing the reader in emotionally.  Falling in love with the falling in love of Avery, a distinguished gentleman with just as distinguished roots in politics and Kane a gentleman who's childhood was entrenched in the Baptist church in conflict with who he is as a gay man.  This book was amazing  I couldn't put it down.  We discover what always means always.  So romantic I truly believe that soul mates are created in the stars and those of us blessed to have met and mated to our soul mates as we found each other on this earthly plain.  have a box of tissues near by....note to self your ugly cry scared the dogs.......poor kids BRAVA MS. ALEXANDER BRAVA!!!!!!!
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Suspense, build up, passion, love, evil schemes, the good, the better, the bad, the ugly, the beautiful. They are all in there. Great read.
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At 24 years old Torreys life is in shambles. Bad decisions has her leaving an upscale job in Boston and driven her to a nowhere town in Texas to live with a mother she has not seen since she was 13. The relationship is splintered due to her mom leaving family and choosing to become a Reverend in a hick town leaving Torrey behind. She is lost and is not fitting in well with the residents of her new town. Every relationship in her life has left her hurt so she hides behind a hardened heart, one night stands and just tries to make it through the day.
Jordans life changed in a blink of an eye. One day he was a 16 year old rebellious kid the next a convicted criminal. Eight years later he is out on parole, living with his parents who blame him for the loss in their lives, in a town where everyone knows who he is, what he did and hates him for it. He has no hope for a future, no reason to live and no one can beat on him as much as he does himself. There is no purpose for his life.
I cannot say enough how much I loved this book. Torrey is brazen, loud and has no filter. She says what she thinks whether it is crude, polite or politically correct. Her childhood has conditioned her into believing forever love does not exist and no one will tie her down. Jordan is beaten down. Since the day he went to jail he has hated himself and decided that he was not only unworthy, but he would never amount to anything.
 His parents are horrible to him:
Every time I look at you it sickens me. Jordans mother
 The town residents verbally and physically beat on him
Just putting the garbage out Doreen when she kicks him out of the diner
 It broke my heart. A strong man (very sexy one I might add) keeps his head down and eyes to the ground. Until that fateful day he needs to pick up coffee and meets Torrey. Their love story is truly beautiful.
She don't know yet, but shes not gettin away from me. Do I love her? Its more than that, bro. Shes my reason for livin Jordan
This story is about redemption, self discovery and finding hope when there isn't any. Watching Jordan open up and blossom as a man and Torrey allowing herself to not only be loved, but love in return made me connect with the book. When Jordans parents and the town were against him I got angry, but the strength Torrey provides empowers him to do the one thing he never thought he could do, fight for a future. This book had me laughing, crying and even a little blushing.  There is explicit language including some pretty interesting sexual situations, but it just added another layer to such an amazing book.
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Love love love. Read on Wattpad a few years ago. Hope You Finish An Everlasting Relationship!! Definitely One of my favorites.
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Holy Crap!!!!! How about a love story that's good from beginning to end?!?! Well this is it. Aubree Lane managed to give a story of love lasting a lifetime. Oh and the crying. It's an ugly cry then a happy cry. Knowing the love of your life and knowing that God has a plan is awesome.
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Love is your hoarse cries. Its your anger, its your sadness.
Its your happiness and laughter.
Its everything wrapped up into one.
Love is one of the heaviest words to exist.
Its a miracle anyone survives it.
Itd be a wonder if I survive it."

WOW!

I didn't think it wouldve been possible for this author to render me speechless, but damn it she did!! Im still trying to figure out what I just read but if Im being completely honest wit myself, its the final chapter that did me in. Im confused, happy, sad, and mournful at the same time. How is that possible? How can I feel all of these emotions at the same time and be content? I simple call it the power of words.

Have you ever wonder what it would be like to live in another lifetime? To be a part of history and witness some of the greatest mark on the world? Im sure we all have and Serene Parow is no different. Being a lover of antiques and everything historical, Serene has always loved the classical time error and the year 2017 has made no difference to her. When she comes across an old photo from the year 1912, theres an automatic pull to the strangers who are in the picture. Particularly one important.

As time goes by, Serene realizes that her finding the picture was no coincidence and that she was meant to help in some way or the other. But by doing that, will she alter the future and change everything for the better or make it worse? How far will you go to protect someone you love? Does time or distance really matter?

 You think you belong in another time. Belong to another man. But maybe you have it all wrong. Maybe you belong here with me.

I really loved how different this story was. I knew all about the time traveling and if Im being honest, that is what drew me to the story in the first place. It was refreshing in my eyes, classy, heartbreaking and it sucked you into this time era that made you fall in love with it all over again. These characters were amazing but it was their journey and refusal to quit is what was awe inspiring to me.

As much as I loved everything else about the story, I just couldn't for the life of me get over that final chapter. I felt like as deflated balloon with bittersweet feelings. I guess Im still trying to process everything and figure out my true feelings on it but at this point, Im happy and sad at the same time.

If you're in the mood for something completely different, I would highly recommend this one. The writing is flawless, the characters will make you feel, and your heart will quite possibly get bruised in the process but I think its worth it. To me, the most beautiful things are sometimes the most painful ones.

*Arc received for an honest review
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The art of hers worship

I'm a bit lost on what and how to review this beautiful heart wrenching uplifting tale of two human beings finding a love that may have never come to be if not for the horrific events cementing something more than just friendship, a bromance, or hero worshiping.

My God, their...well Jase's need of understanding and the confusing fear towards his feelings for Liam (who was more of the go with the flow type of attitude) was spot on for the feelings I was having towards their feelings for each other. -groans-

 I hate myself for being so dang on baffled because I understand my attraction and love for certain men. I understand my brother attraction and love for other men. I understand my parents (straight couple) love and attractions to each other.  I even understand those who are attracted and can fall in love with both sexes as well as understanding transgenders and cross dressers but try as I might I just could not understand how two people who have only ever wanted and ever been attracted to one particular sex breaks those rules of society that you are straight or gay or bi or born into the wrong sex.

Then I read this..."I love a human being, not a gender or a sexual orientation."

I still don't get it but I do get it.  As human beings, we'll never truly have an understanding of why we exist but while we do exist to have the good fortune to fall in love with another human being whose love mirrors yours is one of the most precious gifts you could ever be so fortunate to find and hold on to.

I mean think about it. You have humans that will risk their life and the lives of other human beings for a dog or any animal they deem as family. Animal lovers understand this.  So why would that type of devotion not be granted from one human to another. I don't understand because I've not experienced it or know anyone who has personally but there is so much in this world and in the workings of human beings that is still unknown.

So,  ugh!  I loved this story. I wasn't happy how Liam was treated by Jase because regardless of a persons gender, rejection burns. And I just loved Liam's faith in Jase and his strength and his heart.  I won't lie, I wanted one of them to have been gay. Meaning a time in their life they pushed away some feelings they may have a had for a guy but didn't understand. But even though that wasn't the case I was Team Jase and Liam all the way .

And OH MY GOD!  For those of you who know how I usually just skip the erotic part of a story, you'll be proud of me because I could not wait for Jase and Liam's "sexual intimacy exploration" of each other's body.  And when they were both finally...oh my God...finally on that same page to equally to "celebrate the physical aspects of love between two consenting adults" -sigh, fanning myself- I personally couldn't even consider it erotica...just the newness, the gentleness between their touches, the roughness, and I don't know... it was just beautiful to me.  And I can't think like a gay guy or any guy for that matter but I hope people find this story as broken and beautiful as I did.

Dang it! I want you to like this story!!!!!!  Love it as much as I do!!! I demand it! -pouting and stomping my feet-

Man oh man how I wish Greg Tremblay would narrate this... for me...if for no one else. -sigh-
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I love how Pepe and Cara' s love came shining through. Out of the ashes of their heartbreak came love that was pure and powerful. This is a keeper for me. Great job.
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I don't even know how to begin to describe this story and the emotions it brought out in me. It was simply beautiful, stunning, heart wrenching, loving, funny, sexy and so dam good.

People will tell you its a paranormal book, I disagree, to me its a love story, through and through. Now I know she be talking to dead people, BUT ITS A LOVE STORY, of EPIC proportions. The chemistry between Ike and Charlotte is off the charts, and not just sexual tensions chemistry these two just click. I think I wanted Ike to be alive even more than Charlotte did.

Ike, Charlotte and George, will all break your heart, and together they will put you back together. In this story there are so many heart felt moments that will leave you in a snot filled ugly cry mess, BUT, they are so worth it. I mean I can't talk to dead people, but this one makes you want to. You put yourself in their shoes and what would you say if you could talk to that one person just one more time.

The story line, was amazing, it was refreshing it held my interest from beginning to end. I love the epilogue, I want more. I never wanted their stories to end. This one will stay with me for a long time. Top shelf read for me, I need a signed copy of this baby. This is my second book by BN Toler, I plan on reading the rest of them.

Amazing read, again simply beautiful story. A story of love, faith, healing, forgiving, and moving

PURCHASED THROUGH AMAZON.CA
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The love of Elizabeau and Rhys was gorgeous and the way they fought to be together unbelievable. I also enjoyed when Christopher and David were part of this beatiful love story. I love both of them!
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Pim and Elder..
Hero's and Heroines.... Pim and Elder that's what they are.  They are the living breathing epitome of love...heartache ..and pain.
Elder and Pim who are the most disastrous couple ARE the most perfect.  I fell in love with this series and am so eager to read MORE.  it brought hope, sanity, and light.  YOU , Pepper Winters are the genius, who has wrote a phenomenal book about two people that weave their hearts together thru unimaginable emotions that run wild.
  I for one loved this book from beginning to end. It had me trapped , enthralled , and on the edge of my seat wanting to know what happens, but YET Not wanting it to end.
I so excited and wanting your next..
Please keep writing .
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When your heart and your trust and your entire being is broken in a million pieces all over the ground it only leaves you with one option. Stay broken forever or pick them up and start healing.
What a long journey this has been for Emma.
And while my heart remains broken for her, I have also wanted to stomp all over hers even more so than has already been done.
Evan and Emma are earth shattering ground moving soul mates. When Evan tells Emma it will always be her, he means it 100%.
What a beautiful horrific story. What a beautiful ending.
I am so happy that they found peace and found each others love again.
Bravo to the author for an amazing amazing series!
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Usually when I write reviews, I write them in one sitting. I sit and type all my thoughts out and they come flowing. Not this time. This review? It was written over two days. I honestly had the hardest time putting into words just what this book meant. And once you read this book, you will understand why.

Jonah once told me I went up to eleven. Theo went up to one hundred.

Kacey Dawson is still haunted by the loss of the one person who made her believe in love. The one person that showed her that to love is the greatest privilege one could ever have. And the best gift one can ever give. She struggles to keep the promise she made to Jonah as she faces a downward spiral in her daily drunken stupor. She runs away. For memories of Jonah surround her and she can barely breathe. Theo Fletcher has never forgotten his promise to Jonah. But he holds a secret. One that could change everything. How can he let his heart feel something for someone that does not belong to him? What he does know is that he never gives up. And hes about to face a darkness only his love could overcome.

I know what I feel now. I know my heart. Its been forever altered, but its not broken anymore.

Without going into detail regarding the plot, this story is nothing like the first. It goes deeper. Your heart will ache. You become breathless and immersed in their story all at once. This not simply a story. It is an experience. Its exhilarating. Astounding. Deeply moving and profound. If you thought Jonah and Kacey were a universe, just wait until you read this book. Their love? It slays monsters. Through conflict and pain their love prevails. Endures all. Their love is resilient. Infinite. Brave. If love could be defined, it would be defined by a love like theirs.

Theo and I, a treasure out of the ruin.

Theo is simply all the good in this world. He is self-less. And so is his love. He puts the happiness of others before his own. He imprints himself on Kaceys heart. And he doesnt even try. He just is. With his actions. His words. His love protects. Covets. He loves her fiercely with his heart. Loudly without any words. Wholeheartedly with his entire being. Just when you think love cant go there, because its too dark, too broken? His love does.

thinking it could show you how much I love you. I was so afraid youd never know how much. How deep it runs. Worried some small part of you would always doubt or wonder.

The writing in this story is unparalleled. The author writes with such precision. Every moment is vivid as if you are within the pages of this book. The execution? Brilliant. Miss Emma Scott has this innate ability to grab her readers and weave them through a love story you never thought possible. Her flawless character development is what drives this story. The emotions are raw and unfiltered and its as if the author is writing the characters and their story from the the very depths of their soul. This devastatingly beautiful story will leave you in awe with its poetic prose and heartbreaking yet uplifting storyline. To put it simply, when Emma Scott writes, you live it.

Love had no end. She was infinite. She was a universe, my universe, and I was hers. Love had no boundaries, no rules, no favorites. And no limits.

All In is a gripping and thought provoking story about love and healing. How opening your heart to love can lead you to the most epic love of your life. It is easily the most heart wrenching book Ive ever read in my life. I was enthralled by the characters within this book. Especially Theo and Kacey. I found their story to be compelling. Their love inspiring. This is no easy love story, but the author tells it with the honesty, sensitivity and grace it deserves, and it will leave you weeping.
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I am in love with love. This book is the epitome of a love story. Amazing how Their souls were entertwined throughout the ages. Was an entertaining and emotional read.
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Tragically, beautiful story. I loved every heart-wrenching minute of this series. Please don't cheat and skip pages this is worth a night of not sleeping trust me. "The ugly rose series" will leave you on the floor bleeding every emotion that you could ever have, and you will thank the Harlow for it. I won't give away anything just start reading!!
Everybody needs to live girl, life aint just about survivin cause ya aint got a life until you live. Tiny said.