5 Heartfelt beautiful stars!!!
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I ove this book! Wowwwwww!!!!
I often find the more I enjoy a book the harder it is to articulate my review. Anything I say about Let Love Live will not prepare you for it. It is an experience. This book effected me tremendously.  Melissa Collins did an exquisite job in telling a story with so many facets. A breathtakingly beautiful and tremulous journey from childhood to adulthood.... Discovering who you are, coming out, dealing with shame and ridicule, finding love and losing it. Although an emotional read,  there are many fun moments that make you smile and sarcasm that will make you laugh out loud. It's flirty and dirty too!!

 It is a special kind of book. One that buries itself into your heart and calls to your soul. Ever wish a book could swallow you whole, just so it could be your reality? Well, that's how I felt as I read this one. I loved the characters so much, I wanted to know them!  This is my first book from Melissa and certainly not my last. It's evident, she writes from her heart and the stories come from her soul. While other authors write with logic and are analytical. Melissa pours her being into the pages. That is what makes this book so magical. It's tragically beautiful. The overwhelming love in this story encompasses you and takes you hostage. While the disparity and helplessness cripples you. I was completely over run with emotions. On quite a few occasions,  I actually had to take a break and breathe.

The first part of the book is a coming of age story that nearly killed me! Two best friends Dylan and Shane realize they have feelings for each other... Dylan has a wonderful home life, while Shane's is a nightmare. His story will devastate you. Most of it was excruciating to read. The stuff he had to endure, no one should ever have to go through. Many times, I wanted to jump into the book and protect him. Between the pain and turmoil, an infinate love bloomed. During their intimately tender moments, I forgot, I was reading about two boys... It was just a story about two young people falling in love. You will fall head over heels right along with them!

The last half of the book takes a different turn into adulthood. That's where we meet Conner. I swoon just thinking about him. He is beyond amazing... I adored what he brought to the story! I have never fallen in love with so many boys in one book!! All of them very different but just as extraordinary.

I have read a few M/M books now. I honestly believe my heart and mind has growth exponentially since I started reading them. I see things so differently now. If you allow yourself to let go while reading,  the rewards are confounding. I commend anyone who puts a voice to not only their plight but to their love!

Thank you Melissa Collins for writing this wonderful book, it will stay with me forever. Even if you aren't an M/M reader, you should take a chance with this one. It may change your mind and open your heart.
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4.5 Stars

This book was soooo good!!

Carson and Emmas journey will totally have your heart melting. I loved these characters. Emmas young but so strong and determined. Her story will bring a tear to your eyes. Carson Matthews is totally swoon worthy.

I was so consumed by this story. I was pulled in from the very beginning. Page after page it lures you in. It stirs emotion in you. I was swooning, tearing up, smiling with that goofy grin from ear to ear while reading and feeling sad or angry.

Secrets are revealed. Hearts are broken. Intense moments will occur. Its one helluva ride that will have you biting your nails in anticipation and sitting at the edge of your seat with your heart in your throat.

I love Kirsty Moseleys writing. She just has that way of writing with so much emotion that will have your heart racing. This is a definite must read.
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This is the second book in this series, book 1 is Dangerous Hearts, and I loved that book so hard!! I wasn't sure how Desperate Hearts would top my love for Dangerous Hearts, but let me tell you, it did that and More!!!  I was on the edge of my seat with this book
 it was EVERYTHING!!!! all the FEELS, LOVE, PAIN, and intensity! I seriously LOVE the writing that K.k. Allen does. She manages to suck us readers in with one word, one line at a time. Pure genius! Its like I'm living inside her soul, her mind and heart. I feel all of Lyric and Wolf's love and pain as if it's really me living it. I'm left speechless. The love story that these two have is out of this world. Such an emotional read, I think I fell in love with Wolf and Lyric all over again, only this time I fell harder! I seriously can't express enough how AMAZING this book is!! This is a must read!! One click book!!
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Received this complimentary arc copy from the author for an honest review
Oh what a beautiful heart wrenching story. Caleb Montgomery is a lost soul due to bad experiences with women in his past. He needs to find peace and love now. Maddy Ashby is his shining light. Her secret crush for years, she has loved him but is he too stubborn or broken to see. Loved the way Maddy never gave up on him, slowly chipping away at his defences until she has to make hard decisions of her own. It was good to catch  up on the other characters in the previous stories and had a soft spot for Peter.
Will miss them all. Brilliant writing Emilia
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My first book that I have read by Colleen and I had to have tissues but the cries were so worth it. I absolutely loved this book. I will say you will have all kinds of emotions and probably will feel each one. This is such a heartfelt book and one that you will feel a part of.

Sky is such a brave girl for taking on everything she has been through and Holder OMG I love him. Holder will do whatever he can for Sky. Sky really needs him when the truth comes out about her and everything she thought she knew only to find out it was a lie.

I recommend this to everyone to read. You won't regret it except maybe for the crying parts. I will continue to read more from this author.
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WOW, Melanie!!  From This Moment was absolute breathtaking!!  You know when you pick up a Melanie Harlow story its a given that it will be sweet, sexy, romantic yet full of emotion.  FTM was all of the afore mentioned but nothing could have prepared me for how this book began.  Grab your tissues and send the kiddos to grandma because this book is EPIC!!

The sudden unexpected death of her husband, Drew, has left Hannah in an emotional tail spin.  The life as she knew it was turned upside down but thanks to her young daughter, Abby, she finds the strength to keep putting one foot in front of the other.  Not only does Abby bring joy to her life but she has an amazing support from a group of friends who are also widowed.

Just as life seems to be getting back on track Hannah has the floor pulled out from under her.  Drews identical twin brother, Wes, has returned home.  After being away for years working in Africa, hes home to take over his dads practice.  The practice that Drew was going to step into. Seeing Wes only reminds Hannah of her late husband.  How much she missed him and how all their dreams and plans were destroyed.

If running into Wes wasn't hard enough, what made it even harder was when he asked to come visit with his niece.  A visit that Hannah was wary about. A visit where Abby would open her arms to welcome Uncle Wes yet the bittersweet memories on the walk to the ice cream shop shatter your heart. And how could you not feel Hannahs pain?

As her thoughts would vacillate between past and present missing Drew so much and meshing those memories with the presence of Wes.  My heart broke seeing just how much they both missed him and Wess momentary embrace to comfort Hannah.  Allowing her to breakdown yet retain her dignity.  gah!!

As uncomfortable as this first evening had been for both Hannah and Wes there was a comfort they found in each others company.  The more time they would spend together the easier it was for them to lean on the other.  Not only that but Hannah could see the differences between Wes and his twin.  There was a genuine kindness and caring that exuded from Wes.  The way he wanted to protect her and Abby.

A spark that would begin warm Hannah and show her how to feel again.  Good Lord did that spark ever ignite!!  Wes and Hannah together were wildly torrid, passionate and so, so right!!  Yet the guilt of what she was doing tore at her soul.  Yet I love, love, LOVED Wes and his it doesnt matter what anyone else thinks attitudebecause it really didn't matter.  They were two consenting adults and that was all that mattered!!  They would face the judgment of people together.

It was also really neat to see the Valentinis in this book too!  Margot, Jack and the baby as well as Pete and Georgia.  And what great friends they all are to Hannah.  You can totally feel the sense of community, close friendships/family and how important they are to each other.

From This Moment is definitely one of my top reads of this year. The feels are everywhere as you circumnavigate the complexities of the novel.
Cant wait to see whats next from Melanie!!
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I simply loved this beautiful Novella!! This love story tells about Gabriella and Tommy. They have always been best friends and neighbours. As they become teens their friendship turns to first love which Faith tells so perfectly. A life changing event causes serious problems for the couple. Will they make things work out? If so, how will their relationship withstand all the emotional turmoil? I highly recommend this book, especially if you are going to read Feel  Again. This Novella sets everything up so well making Feel Again a perfect companion!! This book was so emotional and beautifully written, it was a pleasure to read, even through the difficult parts!!
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*I received an ARC from Give Me Books Promotions in exchange for an honest review*

Thank you so very much Give Me Books Promotions for sending me a copy of Steal My Breath!! I am so very honored and grateful!!

When i saw this book pop up on my Kindle i could not contain my excitement!! Ms. Levine is one of my favorite authors of all time and i absolutely adore her work!! As always she did not disappoint in Steal My Breath! This book was so beautiful, heartbreaking, and flat out hilarious! It was light-hearted yet at the same time it had it's fair share of serious moments. I didn't expect all of the shocking moments within this book and it made my reading experience that more enjoyable. There were times when i wish i could have knocked some sense into the main characters for how they were acting in some situations. Things weren't always easy for everyone in the story and it made me happy to see that realistic aspect side to it. Ms. Levine sure stole my heart with this one! Also, isn't that cover beautiful?!?! Love it!! :)

Callie St James was a character who loved to write and was trying her best to stay afloat by working as a waitress. She'd sure had her fair share of jerks in the men department and was looking for someone who was worth the risk. Her humor cracked me up to the point that i had tears in my eyes from laughing so hard. No matter what she always tried to look at the bright-side of things and even during the most difficult times she moved forward. In my opinion she was selfless and very caring. I adored her friendship with Avery. I loved that she cared about Luke despite everything.

Luke Hardy was a character who owned a bar called Elixir. He had been deceived enough to last him a lifetime and wasn't into trusting people easily. I couldn't stand him for a long time while reading the book and if it wasn't for him having his very own point of view i don't think i would've liked him. Once i got to know him more it became easier to see he wasn't who i thought he was which i was thankful for. The secrets he kept hidden surprised me but i sort of understood why he felt the need to. Even though things weren't always great with his mom he loved her and his siblings.

I highly recommend this book to anyone looking for a read that will be sure to make you laugh and break your heart. It's pretty addictive so i'd be sure to make sure your day is free so you can devour it completely. It's hard to choose between all of her books but this one is sure going down as my new favorite! If you haven't already One-Clicked you are missing out! Buy it today! You won't regret it!! I hope you enjoy it!! 5 Stars all around!!
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"There's nothing, no one, just Holland and Luke, together, filling each other with something we can't explain and can't get enough of."

5 second chance stars!!!  Beautiful, emotional and so touching!

This book had me feeling a million different emotions, I was sad one minute, happy the next and then gasping for air!  I found myself so engrossed in the story that I forgot about real life!  I love a great second chance book and this one had everything you need!!  Emotion, heart, heat, love, tears, laughs... you get it.  Seriously what a great follow up to book one!!!  I'm definitely a huge fan!

**Received a copy in exchange for an honest review.**
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I've sat on this review for days wondering how I'm going to fully express everything I'm feeling about this but this book, this series and these two incredible authors. This review is incredibly hard to write as This Is Beautiful sees the end of a series that has captured my heart and soul, holds it tight and will hold it forever. Now you may think this is a little dramatic but let me explain

A year ago, duo Kennedy Fox reached out to me under what was then their, secret pen name and asked me to read their first book, This Is War. I did, and so the INCREDIBLE, adventure began. Over the year, I watched them grow from strength to strength. The effort and passion that these two put into everything is clear to see and I have been overwhelmed by their success! When the Checkmate series began, I don't think anyone would have known that, six books later, Kennedy Fox, would be a force to be reckoned with, USA Today bestsellers and an unstoppable author duo. But they are! This is Beautiful is their sixth book together and it's without doubt their best yet!!!

This is Beautiful sees the end of the Checkmate series as a whole and brilliantly ties up Logan and Kayla's story. This book was their most emotional, hard hitting, heartbreaking, book yet. It was also their best written. From beginning to end, Kennedy Fox capture the attention of their readers, steal their hearts and leave them breathless. I wish I could go back to the start and read again with fresh eyes. Logan and Kayla have a relationship like no other, the journey they have been on and the journey the readers have been on with them has been, oh so memorable. However, for Logan and Kayla, Kayla especially, those memories are hard to come by. Kennedy Fox dealt with this situation with priceless precision, they fused together a story of love and heartache, beautifully. They delivered emotion and feeling and heat and passion. Their characters fuse together through undeniable chemistry. And it's HOT. So, so, sooo HOT. I'll just say #dicksanddonuts and leave it at that, *fans self and reads that scene for the 50th time* #noshame!

I honestly couldn't have asked for more, everything I need in a romance was included. They nailed it! This is Beautiful is aptly named, because it was, incredibly BEAUTIFUL!
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WOW!!  This book is 100% an absolute MUST READ!!!!!  SE Hall blew me away with this story. She has created some beautiful and lovable characters, but I have to say Keaton and Henley are now my favorites.  (Sorry, Crew!!!!!)

Ms. Hall's writing is phenomenal, I actually felt Henley's pain and Keaton's love in this story.  Keaton's determination to make Henley see how strong and brave she was made my heart burst with happiness.

I loved every single minute of their beautiful story that had my emotions on a roller coaster with all the feels.  And, OMG the end........WOW just WOW!!!!!!  Do not miss out!
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EMOTIONAL. CAPTIVATING. ROMANTIC. INTENSE.  ANGSTY. BREATHTAKINGLY BEAUTIFUL!

Wow... this story almost broke me. I swear that if this had a cliffhanger I would die!
I'm sorry if this review is a bit confusing, but I just finished the book and my thoughts are still a little blurred...

Let's start by the cover. The cover is beautiful! I can see Tristan and all his emotions there. Its just perfect!
The plot is just so well developed, the characters and the places are perfect. I LOVE Tristan! I LOVE Lizzie! I LOVE Emma! I LOVE Faye!
Every single secondary character in this story is important. It's amazing how the author build the story making their part important in a whole!
The little details are perfect... the tattoos, the wood, the books, the feathers are just PERFECTION! God, I loved this part of the story...
Then the twists! I was expecting that big twist, but not exactly the way it was, so at the same time it sure was a surprise too.

Tristan is a broken man, hard and lost in his pain. Losing his wife and his son is the most devastating thing that can happen to you.
Lizzie is just as broken, but at the same time so strong, trying to survive her pain and memories of her lost husband.
Together they are "ticking time bombs, ready to explode" but so perfect for each other in so many ways...
Their friendship grows with little steps. They start by disliking each other; Tristan because of his closure and Lizzie because he's a "TICK" to her. The sexual tension and lust between them is so strong, they hear and see each other everywhere. They aren't looking for a relationship... is way too soon for that, but together, slowly they are healing each other until they aren't.

Then you have Faye. Faye is Lizzie best friend... well she's a BLAST! Even when the tears were almost falling, as soon as Faye talks she can grab a laugh out of you! This woman is absolutely crazy! She's also very important because the story needed something to relieve you from the pain you will definitively feel, its like a poof of fresh air!

Overall... READ this book and grab you tissues, lot of them because you will going to need it!

***** Reviewed for The Bookery Review *****
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Breathtakingly beautiful, powerfully poignant!

Still is one of those books that you read and fall into, living in its magnificence! The storyline, writing and characters are UNFORGETTABLE!!! The make you feel, they show how love can overcome all.  It is also one of those books that I don't feel like I can review properly. It is so beautiful, poignant and perfect that I don't think I can express it well enough.

The author painted the canvas of this book with the hands of a master. She carved the words to be timeless and topical. She created a book that is all the things, everything and gives you all the feels.

Bristol has a heart of gold and a tough exterior when she needs it. She is strong, she doesn't tolerate nonsense and she gives her all and then some. She loves fiercely and protects those she love with everything she has. She is the perfect other half of Grip.

Grip...oh Grip...swoon!!!  He is the book boyfriend I want to be real. He is alpha, but yet vulnerable, strong, and as sexy as sexy can get!  He isn't afraid to show Bristol his heart or fears. He really is amazing!

Still will make your emotions ride the Ferris wheel. There will be happy, euphoric highs and plummeting lows that you need tissues for. It will slowly give you a go round of emotions and create some occasional panic when everyday issues, that shouldn't be taking place occur. It will be the ride of your life with a breathtaking view!

I can't believe this series is over. I will always cherish it and it will forever be ingrained in the fabric of my being!
#Gripstol #StillSquad
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I have to start by saying that I received an ARC for this book in exchange for my honest review AND I loved the book so much I also purchased it once it was released.  CJ and Noah had me captivated from the start.  My heart broke for CJ and all that he was going through I just wanted to hug him then along came Noah.  With his own story to tell and issues to deal with he was perfect for CJ.  For me the measure of a great book is when you lose yourself within its pages and I certainly lost myself in this one.  I cannot say enough good things about this book but I will say thank you to the author for once again giving us amazing haracters within a wonderful story!!!
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I can't even begin to describe my emotions right now. This book was absolutely phenomenal! Joey and Will's story had me going crazy saying "please jump in and take a chance" this story made my heart swell and then completely ripped it out and shattered it. So magnificently well written. Every line and character will make you fall in love and want so much more. Their past is making Will uncompromising but his love is strong. This was the first book I have had the pleasure of reading from these two authors and I'm so grateful that I did! Absolutely love it from beginning to end! You know when you are brought to tears, the power of these authors writing is deeply connected to you! I will be eagerly awaiting part 2. Redemption and love go hand and hand. I wish I could rate higher than 5 stars because this book is so much more <3
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I am on a complete book high after I finished this book. The word beautiful doesn't even begin to describe it. I loved every single moment.

Blindness is easily one of my favorites of 2014.

Charlie Hudson was born to a junkie mother, and was dropped of at her father's (Mac) house at the age of 7. Her mother never looked back. Charlie's dad became her best friend as she got older, when suddenly she lost in. In losing him, she also lost herself. Cody Carmichael is a former motocross star. He now works in an autoshop while also attending school. Charlie and Cody collide in the most unexpected way possible. It was fate.

Without giving it away, Cody and Charlie have been living parallel lives. When their lives cross paths, neither is the same. When Charlie meets Cody she is drawn to him immediately. Not just his looks. His demeanor, everything. But he can't have her. She isn't his to have.

"Your touch Charlie, is it for me. You're the end of me-and the beginning"

Charlie thought she knew what love felt like, until Cody showed up in her life. Blindness is one of the most beautifully written stories that I have ever read. THE FEELS. They're real. Raw. Genuine. All Consuming. Their first kiss is THE first kiss of ALL kisses. It was so heartfelt. The chemistry between Charlie and Cody is undeniable. Inevitable. It's natural.

"That's how I love you, you know? With everything"

The moment you realize just how real they are? When Charlie tells Cody something that is so close to her heart. Charlie's dad, Mac is a special person to her, and she misses him everyday. In the prologue it is all explained. You feel her pain. The numbness. There's parts of her that she doesn't share with anyone, and that is Mac. She shares it with Cody. Stars. That is all I can say. This part made me ugly cry. This allowed them to connect on such a deep level. She bared her soul to him and he accepted it by giving her the most beautiful moment. Words cannot describe how much this touched me. And it will touch you. She never allowed herself to live. With Cody she is not only living, but she is breathing.

Cody sees Charlie for who she truly is. He looks into her rather than at her, he loves her whole heart and soul. And it kills him that she isn't his. And it hurts her just the same. Giving it away would be a disservice to anyone who hasn't read the book, but life got in the way. It was always supposed to be Charlie and Cody. Always.

"And I know I've never been in love before, because I would have remembered what this felt like."

Blindness captured my heart and has not let it go. I have read work by this author and have loved it. But this book? This story? Flawless.  My heart was beating through the entire story. For Cody. For Charlie. For true love. Love that knows no boundaries. Love that goes where it's unexpected. I was absolutely blown away by how much I connected to this story. If you want to experience once of the most heart felt stories ever, read Blindness.
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I truly cant give this book enough stars for how AMAZING this story truly is!!!

Behind the Bars is only my second book by Brittainy C Cherry that I have read and I have to say it was beyond AMAZING!!! Her books just suck me in and all the feelings that her stories invoke are incomparable to any other book I have read.

This is the first standalone novel to her newest series and I think this series is off to a great start.  I cant wait to see where she goes from here.

I don't want to talk too much about the storyline, because this is a story that you need to FEEL for yourself.  I will warn you though, this book does cover some really tough subjects and although it isn't overly graphic, some parts were tough for me to read.  I know I had to take several breaks to get my heart back to normal.  This story was a roller coaster of emotions for me.  It hit close to home in some aspects, I truly felt a personal connection to this story.

This is a standalone novel and is told from Dual POV.  I felt it was a friends to lovers style book because she created an amazing friendship between Jasmine and Elliott.  But it is also an opposites attract type story.  Youll understand that once you read the book.  Even though Jasmine and Elliott were opposites they were also so much alike.  I loved getting to know them as young 16 year old high school students but also following them into adulthood 6 years later and they are young adults.  I thought this was the perfect way to write this story and to build the perfect connection not only to these two characters but also all the secondary characters.

I can honestly say this is one of my ALL TIME favorite books of 2017 and I believe this book is a MUST READ for everyone.  The characters were captivating and the storyline was intriguing, emotional, heartbreaking and heartwarming all in one.

You don't want to miss this AMAZING book!!!!