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Living Again #4
Finding Forever
Lacey Russell has had enough heartbreak and loss for one lifetime. Turning tragedy into motivation, she becomes a veterinarian to honor her mother’s memory. She knows the path her life is on and she decided long ago that falling in love is not part of that plan. She’s seen firsthand that all it does is cause sorrow and pain.
Brantley Tucker is the heir to Tucker Ranch, the most well-known ranch in all of Nashville. Much to the dismay of his parents, he doesn’t want it. It’s always been his dream to model, and he’s worked hard to achieve success. All he wants is to be supported and loved, but he wonders if that will ever happen for him.
After many chance encounters throw Lacey and Brant together, it feels like something bigger than them is at work. When Lacey gets news that shatters her entire world, can she accept the support and love that Brant offers, or will the fear of the unknown make her turn down the chance at finding her forever?
Brantley Tucker is the heir to Tucker Ranch, the most well-known ranch in all of Nashville. Much to the dismay of his parents, he doesn’t want it. It’s always been his dream to model, and he’s worked hard to achieve success. All he wants is to be supported and loved, but he wonders if that will ever happen for him.
After many chance encounters throw Lacey and Brant together, it feels like something bigger than them is at work. When Lacey gets news that shatters her entire world, can she accept the support and love that Brant offers, or will the fear of the unknown make her turn down the chance at finding her forever?
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L.L. Collins
21 books907 followersL.L. Collins was born and raised in the eternal summer state of Florida. She lives with her high school sweetheart husband and is driven mad daily by her young adult boys, but her three doodles keep her sane and well loved. LL has been writing since she was old enough to write. Always a story in her head, she made her lifelong dream of becoming an author come true in the self-publishing world. She's the author of contemporary romance novels. Look for more of her emotionally charged novels exclusively on Amazon!
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August 24, 2014
Let me just say author LL Collins has another hit. I've read all her books up to this point and by far this is my favorite. This book will have you filled with so many emotions from crying one minute to laughing the next to hating things that happen in life to any of us. So have the tissues handy because your gonna need them. You will fall in love with these two characters. You have Brant that is a sweet and caring person that loves completely. And you have Lacey, a veterinarian, that has felt love and loss in her lifetime that she has never allowed any man get too close. A chance encounter not once but twice in the same day begins the journey of them finding friendship. Finding Forever is a great conclusion to the Living Again series. And I look forward to what this author has for us next.
July 29, 2014
Where to start.... first off LL Collins so hit this one out of the park . She is such an emotional writer where it be either bad emotions, good emotions or sad emotions LL Collins makes you feel all those when you read her books. The life that she brought into this book was amazing I've never felt this way with any other author while reading a book it was like I was living it with the characters. Thank you LL Collins for such a heartfelt book and series ♡ I cant wait to see what you do next .
August 10, 2014
There comes a time in every avid readers life where they come across a book that completely and utterly resounds in every aspect of that person; where it hits so damn close to home that you don’t know how to distinguish whether the feelings your trying to process are coming from the beautiful masterpiece in your hands, or the reality that surrounds you. And it’s not until you finish the book that you realize the feelings are one in the same.
LL Collins did that for me with Finding Forever.
The fourth and final installment in the Living Again series can be read as a standalone, but you’d be crazy not to read the others.
I’ve said this in every review since Collins’ second book ‘Reaching Rachel’, but I mean it when I say that they get better and better with every installment. Collins’ is a literary mastermind, a puppeteer of emotions, a woman with one helluva sponsorship deal with Kleenex. Every story she’s written to date will grip your soul, your heart, your mind, and of course, your tear ducts; squeezing them until there's nothing left. Finding Forever is no exception.
Lacey Russell was dealt a rough hand in life. Losing her mom at a very young age and seeing how her death touched everyone’s life, Lacey sees love as nothing more than a destructive force. A force not to be reckoned with. So she shuts her self off from ever forming a serious relationship where love is involved. Until Brantley Tucker that is.
Brantley Tucker is…well…A sexy as sin cowboy. Wanting nothing to do with taking over the family business, he follows his dreams of becoming a model, and a damned good one at that.
When a chance encounter with Brant has Lacey rethinking everything she ever thought about love and relationships, Life and its shitty deck of cards deals Lacey yet another shitty hand. A shitty hand that had me connecting with both Lacey and Brant on a level I don’t think I've ever felt with fictional characters before. A shitty hand that hit so close to home for me. A shitty hand that had me bawling my eyes out, and realizing just how important it is not to take life for granted. A shitty hand that turned into something absolutely beautiful.
LL Collins has outdone herself with Finding Forever. While the journey that Brant and Lacey take throughout this novel isn't an easy one to read about, I recommend it to absolutely EVERYONE with a pair of eyes and like AT LEAST seven boxes of tissues.
What an absolutely amazing end to an absolutely heartwarming series. Congrats LL, and I absolutely look forward to reading ANYTHING you put out in the future.
LL Collins did that for me with Finding Forever.
The fourth and final installment in the Living Again series can be read as a standalone, but you’d be crazy not to read the others.
I’ve said this in every review since Collins’ second book ‘Reaching Rachel’, but I mean it when I say that they get better and better with every installment. Collins’ is a literary mastermind, a puppeteer of emotions, a woman with one helluva sponsorship deal with Kleenex. Every story she’s written to date will grip your soul, your heart, your mind, and of course, your tear ducts; squeezing them until there's nothing left. Finding Forever is no exception.
Lacey Russell was dealt a rough hand in life. Losing her mom at a very young age and seeing how her death touched everyone’s life, Lacey sees love as nothing more than a destructive force. A force not to be reckoned with. So she shuts her self off from ever forming a serious relationship where love is involved. Until Brantley Tucker that is.
Brantley Tucker is…well…A sexy as sin cowboy. Wanting nothing to do with taking over the family business, he follows his dreams of becoming a model, and a damned good one at that.
When a chance encounter with Brant has Lacey rethinking everything she ever thought about love and relationships, Life and its shitty deck of cards deals Lacey yet another shitty hand. A shitty hand that had me connecting with both Lacey and Brant on a level I don’t think I've ever felt with fictional characters before. A shitty hand that hit so close to home for me. A shitty hand that had me bawling my eyes out, and realizing just how important it is not to take life for granted. A shitty hand that turned into something absolutely beautiful.
LL Collins has outdone herself with Finding Forever. While the journey that Brant and Lacey take throughout this novel isn't an easy one to read about, I recommend it to absolutely EVERYONE with a pair of eyes and like AT LEAST seven boxes of tissues.
What an absolutely amazing end to an absolutely heartwarming series. Congrats LL, and I absolutely look forward to reading ANYTHING you put out in the future.
August 2, 2014
“Every single part of you was made for me.”
If you are looking for an author who can evoke every emotion in you, then LL Collins for me, is definitely it. Finding Forever is no exception and is a truly brilliant edition to the Living Again series which I adore. This book completely pulls at your heart strings and follow every last part of Lacey and Brant's story. The characters and story are so well developed and the situations faced by them both are those that can affect anyone. Following their journey through this was an unforgettable and heartbreaking experience but so worth it for the end result.
Lacey and Brant are two people who belong together, and from the outset you find yourself rooting for them. Lacey is a veterinarian who, because of her past, doesn't feel she will ever fall in love. It isn't in her plans and shes happy with her life as it is, right? That is until Brantley Tucker strolls into her life with his charm and yet, sweet and caring sides too. She'd be crazy to resist and they both find themselves drawn closer together and that they are truly the missing piece in each other lives.
“Do you want me, Lace?”
“Like nothing I’ve ever wanted before.”
Their chance encounter leads to a romance so beautiful that you devour every page. As with everything in life, their is always an obstacle that puts bumps in the road to their forever. This obstacle brings with it more struggles and heartbreak between the two. Can they make it through this challenge and will it make their love stronger than before? Can they really find their forever?
This is a book where the emotions and story of the characters, touches your own life. You feel the story as if it was your own, because in many ways it could be. Lacey and Brant's story is a wonderful edition and conclusion to this series and I cannot wait to see what LL Collins has in store for us next. A MUST READ series! ♡
If you are looking for an author who can evoke every emotion in you, then LL Collins for me, is definitely it. Finding Forever is no exception and is a truly brilliant edition to the Living Again series which I adore. This book completely pulls at your heart strings and follow every last part of Lacey and Brant's story. The characters and story are so well developed and the situations faced by them both are those that can affect anyone. Following their journey through this was an unforgettable and heartbreaking experience but so worth it for the end result.
Lacey and Brant are two people who belong together, and from the outset you find yourself rooting for them. Lacey is a veterinarian who, because of her past, doesn't feel she will ever fall in love. It isn't in her plans and shes happy with her life as it is, right? That is until Brantley Tucker strolls into her life with his charm and yet, sweet and caring sides too. She'd be crazy to resist and they both find themselves drawn closer together and that they are truly the missing piece in each other lives.
“Do you want me, Lace?”
“Like nothing I’ve ever wanted before.”
Their chance encounter leads to a romance so beautiful that you devour every page. As with everything in life, their is always an obstacle that puts bumps in the road to their forever. This obstacle brings with it more struggles and heartbreak between the two. Can they make it through this challenge and will it make their love stronger than before? Can they really find their forever?
This is a book where the emotions and story of the characters, touches your own life. You feel the story as if it was your own, because in many ways it could be. Lacey and Brant's story is a wonderful edition and conclusion to this series and I cannot wait to see what LL Collins has in store for us next. A MUST READ series! ♡
September 2, 2014
Favorite Quotes:
“I love you more than anything, Doc. You’re more than just my soul mate. My every breath is for you.”
“I’m sorry doesn’t seem like the right words, because that just means I pity you. I know enough to know that isn’t what anyone in pain wants.”
My Review:
That last line in my favorite quote is quite profound and insightful, as I found much of this book to be. If you merely read the words, this was just another novel. If you stopped to contemplate the words with the intended emotion – it was rather deep and carries a heavy impact. I have to wonder just how close the author was to a cancer victim or survivor - as this hellacious process seems to have been detailed too close to the bone to have been noted by a purely casual observer. The writing and dialog were written in common or casual language, using relaxed grammar. The storyline, while often heavy and dire due to the characters’ struggles, is also quite touching and emotive. I have a new book boyfriend, and his name is Brandt – swoon! I don’t mind reading a series as long as each book can be stand-alone within the chain, and this one can. This is the first of L.L. Collin’s books that I have explored, so I found myself behind the curve on the backstories of the other characters, but have added her earlier works to my ever expanding TBR – and hope to delve into those as well.
“I love you more than anything, Doc. You’re more than just my soul mate. My every breath is for you.”
“I’m sorry doesn’t seem like the right words, because that just means I pity you. I know enough to know that isn’t what anyone in pain wants.”
My Review:
That last line in my favorite quote is quite profound and insightful, as I found much of this book to be. If you merely read the words, this was just another novel. If you stopped to contemplate the words with the intended emotion – it was rather deep and carries a heavy impact. I have to wonder just how close the author was to a cancer victim or survivor - as this hellacious process seems to have been detailed too close to the bone to have been noted by a purely casual observer. The writing and dialog were written in common or casual language, using relaxed grammar. The storyline, while often heavy and dire due to the characters’ struggles, is also quite touching and emotive. I have a new book boyfriend, and his name is Brandt – swoon! I don’t mind reading a series as long as each book can be stand-alone within the chain, and this one can. This is the first of L.L. Collin’s books that I have explored, so I found myself behind the curve on the backstories of the other characters, but have added her earlier works to my ever expanding TBR – and hope to delve into those as well.
August 27, 2014
Reviewer: Angie
Rating: 5 Stars
**Copy received from author in exchange for an honest review**
I thought LL Collins had drained every tear from me with her previous stories in the Living Again series, but this one tops all of them to date. My husband was truly concerned with my ugly cries and wanted to know what happened in my life that was so awful. I had to explain it was the book, nothing personal. But...it IS personal.
LL Collins writes in a way that draws me into the characters' lives and they feel like part of the family. When something happens to them, you feel it has happened to a loved one. Because of the particular issues in this story and some personal connections to that issue, it hit extremely hard; sorry, I can't say more without giving away too much!
This book lets you know that there is true goodness in this world. I will be gifting this book to friends, because it is a must read. I will, of course, have to give them tissues, too, as they are a must when reading this story!
Rating: 5 Stars
**Copy received from author in exchange for an honest review**
I thought LL Collins had drained every tear from me with her previous stories in the Living Again series, but this one tops all of them to date. My husband was truly concerned with my ugly cries and wanted to know what happened in my life that was so awful. I had to explain it was the book, nothing personal. But...it IS personal.
LL Collins writes in a way that draws me into the characters' lives and they feel like part of the family. When something happens to them, you feel it has happened to a loved one. Because of the particular issues in this story and some personal connections to that issue, it hit extremely hard; sorry, I can't say more without giving away too much!
This book lets you know that there is true goodness in this world. I will be gifting this book to friends, because it is a must read. I will, of course, have to give them tissues, too, as they are a must when reading this story!
August 1, 2014
I'm not sure where to start with this UHMAZING BOOK!! If I could give it more than 5 star I would! A word to the reader....buy LOTS of tissues, explain to your significant other that you will be unavailable until you are done reading this book, and cut all ties to the outside world! That being said, get ready to LOVE Brant and Lacey!!
Lacey is a vet who has dealt with loss in her life and doesn't let anyone close to her. Brant has been fighting against his "birthright" for as long as he could. When the two meet, it's a instant connection. Lacey doesn't want a forever and Brant isn't into finding someone to complicate his dreams. Is Finding Forever in the cards for them?
Lacey is a vet who has dealt with loss in her life and doesn't let anyone close to her. Brant has been fighting against his "birthright" for as long as he could. When the two meet, it's a instant connection. Lacey doesn't want a forever and Brant isn't into finding someone to complicate his dreams. Is Finding Forever in the cards for them?
September 12, 2014
☆☆ 5 Shooting Stars!!☆☆
Well, Author LL Collins has done it again!! Now, I know I seriously sound like a broken record. But, it's true. I still can't believe LL had only hit publish on her first book Living Again a year ago. Why? Because, seriously she is that good!! Every book she writes she makes you feel everything the characters are feeling. In this series alone I've cried more then any other series I have ever read. And, I have been reading my whole life. That there should tell you something.
You meet Lacey in Guarding Hearts . She is Sam's best friend. I was stoked to learn that the next book in the series was going to be hers!! I felt for this girl from the prologue. Out of the whole series she has had it the worst.
Lacey lost her mother when she was 12yrs old. If that was only the worst part. Her father was so distraught from loosing the love of his life, he mentally checked out. Now, Lacey took care of herself and her sister.
From then off she swore off men all together. She put herself through school. Now, she was a veterinarian, owned a car & bought herself a house. Her friends & sister kept telling her she deserved to love and be loved. But, that was not in her plan. Lacey saw what loosing her mom did to her dad. She wasn't going to go through that. Or possibly do that do someone. Lacey was happy with her life. Or so she thought. Then, Brantley Tucker rushed into her job and turned her life upside down.
Brant grew up with his parents owning a very successful ranch. Yet, that's not his thing. Instead, Brant is a model. Him and his dad haven't seen eye to eye since the day he told his dad he wanted to be a model. Brant wasn't looking for love. That was until his dog who he treated like his son. (Just like I am with mine.) When he came face to face with Lacey he knew his life was going to change.
Brant & Lacey had never met before. But, after that day they literally kept running into each other. It felt like fate to them. Lacey gave into her no men rule. Lacey still kept Brant at arms length. But, there was something about Brant.Finally, after her sister, Sam and her coworker Lacey gave in. Finally, for the first time in her life she thought Brant could be the man she could love and, he love her.
Just when Lacey was finally truly happy for the first time in her life she gets devastating news. Lacey does what Lacey does best. Runs from happiness. Brant swears he's not going anywhere.Lacey just wants to push him and everyone else away.
Luckily for us Brant doesn't listen!! For a guy who just met & started dating someone he really does take a lot on his plate. He is even willing to give up his modeling. That is how much he loves Lacey.
We do still have the characters from the first 3 stories. Which I always love! In every one of those books in this series all the women have it hard. Nothing comes easy. They also have the best & strongest men backing them up. Lacey & Brant are no different!! There was a lot of what-ifs in this story.I won't give those away to you. Simply because that wouldn't be fair of me.
This story totally tore at my heartstrings. I think LL Collins has some sort of deal with the tissue companies. Because, every book I cried my eyes out and went through a lot of them. Lacey & Brant didn't have a easy ride. Luckily, they have an awesome support team behind them.
Even though there were times I wanted to smack some sort of sense into Lacey. I realized I don't how I'd handle being in her situation. I probably wouldn't handle it as well as her.
I will say this book is considered a standalone. But, I highly recommend you read the series in order. Because, if you don't you will get spoilers. This series is too good for that! The only 2 things I didn't like about it. 1-I finished it. 2-The series is done.I'm sad to say goodbye to every character in this series. Even though I'm excited to see what LL is going to write next. I'm not sure there is any book LL will write that I won't like. I can tell you she will be around for awhile. And, I for one will read every book that has her name on it!!
Well, Author LL Collins has done it again!! Now, I know I seriously sound like a broken record. But, it's true. I still can't believe LL had only hit publish on her first book Living Again a year ago. Why? Because, seriously she is that good!! Every book she writes she makes you feel everything the characters are feeling. In this series alone I've cried more then any other series I have ever read. And, I have been reading my whole life. That there should tell you something.
You meet Lacey in Guarding Hearts . She is Sam's best friend. I was stoked to learn that the next book in the series was going to be hers!! I felt for this girl from the prologue. Out of the whole series she has had it the worst.
Lacey lost her mother when she was 12yrs old. If that was only the worst part. Her father was so distraught from loosing the love of his life, he mentally checked out. Now, Lacey took care of herself and her sister.
From then off she swore off men all together. She put herself through school. Now, she was a veterinarian, owned a car & bought herself a house. Her friends & sister kept telling her she deserved to love and be loved. But, that was not in her plan. Lacey saw what loosing her mom did to her dad. She wasn't going to go through that. Or possibly do that do someone. Lacey was happy with her life. Or so she thought. Then, Brantley Tucker rushed into her job and turned her life upside down.
Brant grew up with his parents owning a very successful ranch. Yet, that's not his thing. Instead, Brant is a model. Him and his dad haven't seen eye to eye since the day he told his dad he wanted to be a model. Brant wasn't looking for love. That was until his dog who he treated like his son. (Just like I am with mine.) When he came face to face with Lacey he knew his life was going to change.
Brant & Lacey had never met before. But, after that day they literally kept running into each other. It felt like fate to them. Lacey gave into her no men rule. Lacey still kept Brant at arms length. But, there was something about Brant.Finally, after her sister, Sam and her coworker Lacey gave in. Finally, for the first time in her life she thought Brant could be the man she could love and, he love her.
Just when Lacey was finally truly happy for the first time in her life she gets devastating news. Lacey does what Lacey does best. Runs from happiness. Brant swears he's not going anywhere.Lacey just wants to push him and everyone else away.
Luckily for us Brant doesn't listen!! For a guy who just met & started dating someone he really does take a lot on his plate. He is even willing to give up his modeling. That is how much he loves Lacey.
We do still have the characters from the first 3 stories. Which I always love! In every one of those books in this series all the women have it hard. Nothing comes easy. They also have the best & strongest men backing them up. Lacey & Brant are no different!! There was a lot of what-ifs in this story.I won't give those away to you. Simply because that wouldn't be fair of me.
This story totally tore at my heartstrings. I think LL Collins has some sort of deal with the tissue companies. Because, every book I cried my eyes out and went through a lot of them. Lacey & Brant didn't have a easy ride. Luckily, they have an awesome support team behind them.
Even though there were times I wanted to smack some sort of sense into Lacey. I realized I don't how I'd handle being in her situation. I probably wouldn't handle it as well as her.
I will say this book is considered a standalone. But, I highly recommend you read the series in order. Because, if you don't you will get spoilers. This series is too good for that! The only 2 things I didn't like about it. 1-I finished it. 2-The series is done.I'm sad to say goodbye to every character in this series. Even though I'm excited to see what LL is going to write next. I'm not sure there is any book LL will write that I won't like. I can tell you she will be around for awhile. And, I for one will read every book that has her name on it!!
September 7, 2014
L.L. Collins is my go to author for emotional reads. Her stories are filled with dynamic characters who endure a multitude of situations that bring them to their knees, and as the narrator describes the main characters’ thoughts and feelings, readers can’t help but be put through the ringer right along with them. Collins’ writing allows us to experience everything that the hero and heroine do, as if we are a part of their inner circle, and because we get to know the characters so well, we can’t help but laugh, cry, and scream with them as they maneuver through all of the highs and lows life throws at them.
Finding Forever is Lacey and Brant’s story. Readers of the Living Again series met Lacey in Sam and Ellis’ story; Lacey’s Sam’s best friend, and she’s the one Sam confided in when everything played out in Guarding Hearts. Lacey had to grow up quickly due to the loss of her mother and her father’s inability to cope with losing the love of his life. At 12 years old, Lacey was not only responsible for herself but also her younger sister. But it’s not the added responsibility that shaped her; it’s the emotional trauma she experienced due to her father’s isolation. Early on, she learned that love hurts more than it helps. As she witnessed her father shut down and, in a way, wash his hands of his kids, she became frightened of the idea of love and that fear followed her into her adult life.
Now, Lacey lives a rather lonely life. She has a job she loves as well as loving family and friends, but she keeps men at arm’s length, refusing to allow any of them to capture her heart because losing them or them losing her is not something she is willing to risk. But when Brantley Tucker enters her life, no matter how hard she tries to keep him at bay, he crashes into her life and her heart. But when life gets overwhelming for both of them and Lacey does everything in her power to shut him out, does Brant have what it takes to hold on to the woman he’s crazy about or will the fears and pressures he faces be too much for him to take?
After reading the emotional journeys that the first three couples went through in the Living Again series, I thought I was prepared for book four. I didn’t think L.L. could get me anymore invested in Lacey and Brant’s story than I had been in the previous three, but I was wrong. It may be because of the subject matter and the difficulties that Lacey faces in the story, or it may be due to how realistically L.L. portrays Lacey and Brant’s journey, but this story impacted me on such a deep level. I was a blubbering mess throughout much of the book, and they were tears of both joy and sadness.
Brant is an amazing hero. He definitely is not the stereotypical male model. He steps up for Lacey in so many ways that readers can’t help but root for him and hope that Lacey can get past her insecurities and see the man in front of her desperate to be loved by her. Even though he has his own set of personal issues to deal with, nothing comes before Lacey and what he is willing to do for her. She becomes his priority right from the start; he is her rock when she needs him to be, and he never once lets her down, even when she tries like hell to send him away.
Lacey may frustrate readers, but L.L. characterizes her and sheds light on her circumstances in such a way that it’s hard to not understand why she is the way that she is. Anyone who has had to endure what she has…the amount of loss and emotional trauma…would definitely be apprehensive, which is clearly demonstrated in Lacey’s struggle to allow herself to feel more for Brant.
Finding Forever as well as the entire Living Again series are absolute must reads. They aren’t just books to be read; they’re stories to be experienced and affected by. This is one series that will stay with me because of the dynamic characters and multifaceted storylines as well as the realistic portrayal of life’s dilemmas. I can’t wait to see where L.L. Collins takes her readers next!
A complimentary copy was provided in exchange for an honest review.
5 poison apples (The Fairest of All Book Reviews)
Finding Forever is Lacey and Brant’s story. Readers of the Living Again series met Lacey in Sam and Ellis’ story; Lacey’s Sam’s best friend, and she’s the one Sam confided in when everything played out in Guarding Hearts. Lacey had to grow up quickly due to the loss of her mother and her father’s inability to cope with losing the love of his life. At 12 years old, Lacey was not only responsible for herself but also her younger sister. But it’s not the added responsibility that shaped her; it’s the emotional trauma she experienced due to her father’s isolation. Early on, she learned that love hurts more than it helps. As she witnessed her father shut down and, in a way, wash his hands of his kids, she became frightened of the idea of love and that fear followed her into her adult life.
Now, Lacey lives a rather lonely life. She has a job she loves as well as loving family and friends, but she keeps men at arm’s length, refusing to allow any of them to capture her heart because losing them or them losing her is not something she is willing to risk. But when Brantley Tucker enters her life, no matter how hard she tries to keep him at bay, he crashes into her life and her heart. But when life gets overwhelming for both of them and Lacey does everything in her power to shut him out, does Brant have what it takes to hold on to the woman he’s crazy about or will the fears and pressures he faces be too much for him to take?
After reading the emotional journeys that the first three couples went through in the Living Again series, I thought I was prepared for book four. I didn’t think L.L. could get me anymore invested in Lacey and Brant’s story than I had been in the previous three, but I was wrong. It may be because of the subject matter and the difficulties that Lacey faces in the story, or it may be due to how realistically L.L. portrays Lacey and Brant’s journey, but this story impacted me on such a deep level. I was a blubbering mess throughout much of the book, and they were tears of both joy and sadness.
Brant is an amazing hero. He definitely is not the stereotypical male model. He steps up for Lacey in so many ways that readers can’t help but root for him and hope that Lacey can get past her insecurities and see the man in front of her desperate to be loved by her. Even though he has his own set of personal issues to deal with, nothing comes before Lacey and what he is willing to do for her. She becomes his priority right from the start; he is her rock when she needs him to be, and he never once lets her down, even when she tries like hell to send him away.
Lacey may frustrate readers, but L.L. characterizes her and sheds light on her circumstances in such a way that it’s hard to not understand why she is the way that she is. Anyone who has had to endure what she has…the amount of loss and emotional trauma…would definitely be apprehensive, which is clearly demonstrated in Lacey’s struggle to allow herself to feel more for Brant.
Finding Forever as well as the entire Living Again series are absolute must reads. They aren’t just books to be read; they’re stories to be experienced and affected by. This is one series that will stay with me because of the dynamic characters and multifaceted storylines as well as the realistic portrayal of life’s dilemmas. I can’t wait to see where L.L. Collins takes her readers next!
A complimentary copy was provided in exchange for an honest review.
5 poison apples (The Fairest of All Book Reviews)
August 9, 2014
This is one of those books that will stick with you for a long time. The story is amazing, the emotions it brings out in you, the love you feel for these characters, everything about this book is simply amazing!
I've been a fan of L.L. Collins since her first book Living Again and always want more once I finish one of her books, and Finding Forever is simply her best book yet. If you're looking for an emotional read full of angst, fear, love, and undying love, this is the book for you!
We met Lacey in Guarding Hearts as Sam's best friend, and I was so happy to hear we would be getting a book for her as well. Lacey is a vet and doing what she loves, but doesn't let a lot of people in because of the things she went through losing her mom (the prologue, gut wrenching!) but then Brantley Tucker walks into her life, and as much as she doesn't want to let someone in, he finds his way into her heart, no matter how hard she tries to push him away.
The things Lacey goes through in this book, are more than anyone should have to endure. You want to cry, strangle her for not letting people in, cry, cry some more, fall in love with Brantley for her, strangle her for pushing people away, cry and fall in love. Trust me when I tell you that you will need a box of Kleenex with this book!
Brantley, where to start? OMG this man, he's the perfect book boyfriend for me, and I absolutely adore his character. I want a book just on Brantley. It doesn't have to be anything special, maybe him waking up, watching tv, anything... just more of Brantley... he's major swoonworthy!
I also like how we got peeks into what was going on with the other characters in this series and received an epilogue for all of the couples. I love how this series ended, yes I know there is a novella coming soon, but for these characters, this series is over and as much as it breaks my heart, I can't wait to see what L.L. Collins has in store for us next.
This book is definitely one of my favorite reads of 2014. I loved all of the books in this series, but Finding Forever is definitely L.L. Collins best work yet and it is so brilliantly written you will want to put it on your re-read list because you'll want to experience this story over again (well maybe not the crying, but definitely Lacey and Brantley's love story).
If you're looking for an emotional, ugly cry, beautiful story, Finding Forever is the book for you! I can't put into words how amazing this book is. If you haven't read this series yet, go grab it! Even though each book is a stand alone, you get glimpses into what the characters from the previous books are doing and what's going on with them.
5+ amazing stars to this book and now it's time to go stalk L.L. Collins and see what she has in store for us next!
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I've been a fan of L.L. Collins since her first book Living Again and always want more once I finish one of her books, and Finding Forever is simply her best book yet. If you're looking for an emotional read full of angst, fear, love, and undying love, this is the book for you!
We met Lacey in Guarding Hearts as Sam's best friend, and I was so happy to hear we would be getting a book for her as well. Lacey is a vet and doing what she loves, but doesn't let a lot of people in because of the things she went through losing her mom (the prologue, gut wrenching!) but then Brantley Tucker walks into her life, and as much as she doesn't want to let someone in, he finds his way into her heart, no matter how hard she tries to push him away.
The things Lacey goes through in this book, are more than anyone should have to endure. You want to cry, strangle her for not letting people in, cry, cry some more, fall in love with Brantley for her, strangle her for pushing people away, cry and fall in love. Trust me when I tell you that you will need a box of Kleenex with this book!
Brantley, where to start? OMG this man, he's the perfect book boyfriend for me, and I absolutely adore his character. I want a book just on Brantley. It doesn't have to be anything special, maybe him waking up, watching tv, anything... just more of Brantley... he's major swoonworthy!
I also like how we got peeks into what was going on with the other characters in this series and received an epilogue for all of the couples. I love how this series ended, yes I know there is a novella coming soon, but for these characters, this series is over and as much as it breaks my heart, I can't wait to see what L.L. Collins has in store for us next.
This book is definitely one of my favorite reads of 2014. I loved all of the books in this series, but Finding Forever is definitely L.L. Collins best work yet and it is so brilliantly written you will want to put it on your re-read list because you'll want to experience this story over again (well maybe not the crying, but definitely Lacey and Brantley's love story).
If you're looking for an emotional, ugly cry, beautiful story, Finding Forever is the book for you! I can't put into words how amazing this book is. If you haven't read this series yet, go grab it! Even though each book is a stand alone, you get glimpses into what the characters from the previous books are doing and what's going on with them.
5+ amazing stars to this book and now it's time to go stalk L.L. Collins and see what she has in store for us next!
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August 10, 2014
This is book 4 in the Living Again Series.
It CAN be read as a STAND ALONE.
But who would want to!!!
If you haven't read LL's books before you're missing out! So go and one click them NOW!!No excuses!!
This is Brant and Lacey's story.
Have you ever come across a book that hits so close to home that you wonder how you're even going to get through writing the review? Yeah, this is one of them books. This book tore my heart out from the prologue. Boxes of tissues are needed for several of the scenes throughout this book. Lacey has been through so much in her young life losing her mother at a very tender age. Growing up and trying to do things that she knew her mother would want her to do. Losing her mother effected everyone in Lacey's family. Even after so long the pain of losing someone she loved is still just as painful as if it happened yesterday. Lacey is afraid to love to give her heart to someone and put trust in a relationship that could last.
Brant is a model. He is doing what he has always wanted to do even if it isn't what his family would want. They want him to take over the family business and that is not what Brant wants. To say that it has caused hard feelings within the family is putting it lightly. All he wants is for his family to support him and love him. He is unsure if that will ever happen.
A chance encounter has these two coming together and thinking about each other, and wondering what if? Yet another chance encounter has Brant believing this is meant to be. Brant will do whatever he can to show Lacey that he is the one for her. Lacey is going to take some convincing. With her heart so closed off to the fact that love might be able to last and that it can be okay. Brant has his work cut out for him. Follow this journey as two people come together and face things that nobody should have to face alone or together as a couple. See why this book is being called the best that this author has ever written. She has out down herself. She has made it so you can join Lacey and Brant as they learn how to fall in love, how to keep love, and how to let love in. Sometimes love is enough. Sometimes you just gotta believe. Love is patient and kind and love endures. LL has touched my heart and left a mark that will forever be apart of me. So grab your tissues, grab a blanket and curl up on your couch and dig in to easily one of the top reads of 2014 for me!!!
August 11, 2014
L.L.Collins is one of those authors that always manage to sweep me away in her world of romance and swoony men. This book is no exception but there is one big difference. This book is based on true events. It’s very real and raw and it will break your heart and reduce you to an ugly crying mess at times, but don’t let that put you off though because despite the heartache, it really is a beautiful story. It may well shatter your heart and put you through the emotional wringer but it will also re-build it and make you stronger for it. It provokes so many different emotions, not just stress and heartbreak but love, hope and happiness too.
“Lacey.” He said against her mouth. “I don’t want to let you go.”
“Then don’t.” she said back.
I admired veterinarian Dr. Lacey Russell so much. She was an independent, strong willed, caring young lady who had suffered a devastating loss at a young age and was living under a cloud of worry about her own health. She instantly clicked with handsome model Brant Tucker and who wouldn’t?! He was such a caring, sweet and thoughtful guy and a rock for Lacey, whether she asked for it or not. He had me swooning at him several times. Their love for each other was so very sweet and very passionate.
“Do you want me Lacey?”
“Like nothing I’ve ever wanted before.”
This is the last book in the Living Again Series and I have loved and enjoyed every book but I have to say that this is my favourite of them all. It may be the most intense but it was also the most heart-warming and so full of courage.
We get to visit all the past couples in their own epilogues at the end of this story and it’s not to be missed. Who wouldn’t be excited to find out how our much loved characters throughout this series have evolved and moved on in their lives?!!!
I absolutely recommend this book. It can be read as a standalone but I advise reading in series order to be able to follow the previous characters better. I am going to miss this series so much but we do have a novella for Alexis all grown up (Breaking Free) to come that I’m so excited for!
“Lacey.” He said against her mouth. “I don’t want to let you go.”
“Then don’t.” she said back.
I admired veterinarian Dr. Lacey Russell so much. She was an independent, strong willed, caring young lady who had suffered a devastating loss at a young age and was living under a cloud of worry about her own health. She instantly clicked with handsome model Brant Tucker and who wouldn’t?! He was such a caring, sweet and thoughtful guy and a rock for Lacey, whether she asked for it or not. He had me swooning at him several times. Their love for each other was so very sweet and very passionate.
“Do you want me Lacey?”
“Like nothing I’ve ever wanted before.”
This is the last book in the Living Again Series and I have loved and enjoyed every book but I have to say that this is my favourite of them all. It may be the most intense but it was also the most heart-warming and so full of courage.
We get to visit all the past couples in their own epilogues at the end of this story and it’s not to be missed. Who wouldn’t be excited to find out how our much loved characters throughout this series have evolved and moved on in their lives?!!!
I absolutely recommend this book. It can be read as a standalone but I advise reading in series order to be able to follow the previous characters better. I am going to miss this series so much but we do have a novella for Alexis all grown up (Breaking Free) to come that I’m so excited for!
September 2, 2014
5 EMOTIONAL STARS!
***Warning: Have a BOX of tissues when reading this book.***
I love this author. I think she is amazing and so amazingly talents. With that said, this book was beautifully written and literally stole my breath away. This is one of those books that surprises you on every page. This book was such an emotional read y'all. Be ready to laugh, smile, cry, scream, and be content with what this author writes. You have to go through the dark to get to the light.
This is Lacey and Brant's story. Lacey is a survivor. She has been through hell and back. She has closed herself off to love or any possibility of a relationship due to this. Brant is a playboy slash model. He has an unsupportive family of his life profession and is starting to feel like he is missing something in life. When these two cross paths by happenstance, they can't deny their feelings. But their love won't come easy. It will be hard. They will have extreme ups and downs. They will face the impossible. Their love will be put to the test in every possible way. Will Brant and Lacy make it out stronger than before? Will Lacey open herself to love? Will Lacey and Brant get their happy ending?
I loved Brant and Lacey together. He was such a beautiful man that stood by her side. We never saw him waiver. I dare to say he was the perfect man with no flaws. I mean really when you read this then you will understand. I loved how Brant was the force that pushed Lacey to be stronger nad bolder in love and in life. He made her take chances. He made her open her eyes. I loved watching Lacey grow and take life by the balls, literally!
It was also awesome to do check ins with the other characters from previous books to see how their lives have grown and changed from book to book.
I cannot wait for more books from this author. She will always be a top ten for me.
I highly recommend this book and series.
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***Warning: Have a BOX of tissues when reading this book.***
I love this author. I think she is amazing and so amazingly talents. With that said, this book was beautifully written and literally stole my breath away. This is one of those books that surprises you on every page. This book was such an emotional read y'all. Be ready to laugh, smile, cry, scream, and be content with what this author writes. You have to go through the dark to get to the light.
This is Lacey and Brant's story. Lacey is a survivor. She has been through hell and back. She has closed herself off to love or any possibility of a relationship due to this. Brant is a playboy slash model. He has an unsupportive family of his life profession and is starting to feel like he is missing something in life. When these two cross paths by happenstance, they can't deny their feelings. But their love won't come easy. It will be hard. They will have extreme ups and downs. They will face the impossible. Their love will be put to the test in every possible way. Will Brant and Lacy make it out stronger than before? Will Lacey open herself to love? Will Lacey and Brant get their happy ending?
I loved Brant and Lacey together. He was such a beautiful man that stood by her side. We never saw him waiver. I dare to say he was the perfect man with no flaws. I mean really when you read this then you will understand. I loved how Brant was the force that pushed Lacey to be stronger nad bolder in love and in life. He made her take chances. He made her open her eyes. I loved watching Lacey grow and take life by the balls, literally!
It was also awesome to do check ins with the other characters from previous books to see how their lives have grown and changed from book to book.
I cannot wait for more books from this author. She will always be a top ten for me.
I highly recommend this book and series.
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December 30, 2014
I don't know if I can actually put into words the way this book made me feel. I've read all of LL Collins books, they all pulled at my heart, they all emotionally drained me. But this one, this one takes it to a whole new level. I think my heart fell out of my chest and is flopping around somewhere, I don't know if I can take another emotional read from this AMAZING author! This book hit very close to home and left me crying my eyes many times.
Lacey is a beautiful girl, she lost her mom at a very young, she isn't planning on ever falling in love or being in a relationship. Watching what happened to her dad she knew that she could never go through that or even put that on someone else. But one day fate just came into her life and never left. If Lacey would have never met Brantley I don't think she could have came out on the other side so happy. She is constantly worrying about all the what ifs and isn't really living a fulfilling life but in walks Brantley and something just clicks. Can she throw caution to the wind? Can she really believe it's meant to be? It's not as easy as that, after life gets in the way and things go down a very hard path, it's always Brantley who pulls her out of the darkness. LL really outdid herself this time, this is by far my favorite book of hers. I am still thinking about this book, weeks after I read it. If you want something to read that will tear your apart and hopefully put you back together this is it. This book will take you on a ride, take your emotions high and then just drop them with no warning. So grab your tissues. Thank you for this book, thank you for being so talented, to be able to make a person feel so much just by reading your words. I can't even think of another book that has made feel anywhere near what this book did. Amazing job LL Collins!!
Lacey is a beautiful girl, she lost her mom at a very young, she isn't planning on ever falling in love or being in a relationship. Watching what happened to her dad she knew that she could never go through that or even put that on someone else. But one day fate just came into her life and never left. If Lacey would have never met Brantley I don't think she could have came out on the other side so happy. She is constantly worrying about all the what ifs and isn't really living a fulfilling life but in walks Brantley and something just clicks. Can she throw caution to the wind? Can she really believe it's meant to be? It's not as easy as that, after life gets in the way and things go down a very hard path, it's always Brantley who pulls her out of the darkness. LL really outdid herself this time, this is by far my favorite book of hers. I am still thinking about this book, weeks after I read it. If you want something to read that will tear your apart and hopefully put you back together this is it. This book will take you on a ride, take your emotions high and then just drop them with no warning. So grab your tissues. Thank you for this book, thank you for being so talented, to be able to make a person feel so much just by reading your words. I can't even think of another book that has made feel anywhere near what this book did. Amazing job LL Collins!!
October 29, 2014
Lacey is a beautiful, young veterinarian who believes love is not in her future. She knows heartbreak quite well and has struggled with the loss of her mother. She passed away from cancer when Lacey was only a little girl, and she was left to fend for herself and younger sister, due to her father’s inability to cope.
Brantley Tucker is the only son in his family and expected to take over the family ranch. This is something he doesn’t feel too happy about, since his plans include modeling. Brantley lives for his dog, Max, and when he’s hit by a car, the meeting between him and Lacey is secured. Brantley (Brant) is pretty distraught and barely notices the sexy vet, but once he does, **cue the music** sparks fly and their world is turned upside down.
From the moment they meet, you know it was meant to be. Their personal life is in chaos, but fate keeps putting them together. It’s as if the forces of nature were inclined to make sure they didn’t stray too far from each other.
Lacey is once again faced with tragedy, but now she has someone in her corner. Brant is there to help her, although her fear of loss keeps her pushing him away. She is strong and courageous, but insecurities make her pull away from him. Will he be able to show her he’s there to stay? Will he prove his love and change her mind?
I fell in love with Brant from the beginning. He showed his love was strong and that nothing would make him turn away from Lacey. Lacey is such a strong woman and I admired her for the way she took the news of her situation.
This book touched me the most from the others due to the storyline hitting so close to home. All the books have made me cry (I’m a crier :-)), but this one had me like a baby…too many emotions and memories were brought about as I was reading Lacey’s story.
This is definitely another one I recommend, wholeheartedly.
Brantley Tucker is the only son in his family and expected to take over the family ranch. This is something he doesn’t feel too happy about, since his plans include modeling. Brantley lives for his dog, Max, and when he’s hit by a car, the meeting between him and Lacey is secured. Brantley (Brant) is pretty distraught and barely notices the sexy vet, but once he does, **cue the music** sparks fly and their world is turned upside down.
From the moment they meet, you know it was meant to be. Their personal life is in chaos, but fate keeps putting them together. It’s as if the forces of nature were inclined to make sure they didn’t stray too far from each other.
Lacey is once again faced with tragedy, but now she has someone in her corner. Brant is there to help her, although her fear of loss keeps her pushing him away. She is strong and courageous, but insecurities make her pull away from him. Will he be able to show her he’s there to stay? Will he prove his love and change her mind?
I fell in love with Brant from the beginning. He showed his love was strong and that nothing would make him turn away from Lacey. Lacey is such a strong woman and I admired her for the way she took the news of her situation.
This book touched me the most from the others due to the storyline hitting so close to home. All the books have made me cry (I’m a crier :-)), but this one had me like a baby…too many emotions and memories were brought about as I was reading Lacey’s story.
This is definitely another one I recommend, wholeheartedly.
August 6, 2014
Finding Forever is a phenomenal book. The development of the characters was well done. We learn about the environments that both Lacey and Brant grew up in and why they were not interested in being in a committed relationship.
The two of them met by chance when Brant brought his dog Max to the veterinarian after he was hit by a car. Lacey is one of the doctors that took care of Max. They felt an attraction but Brant was interested in pursuing his dreams and Lacey was busy being a Vet.
It seems throughout the book that there was a force that kept bringing Lacey and Brant together and it was inevitable that they would start dating. He seemed to have a sixth sense when it came to her that he seemed to know when she needed him the most.
Lacey's best friend Sam convinces her that she needs to give Brant a chance and not keep him at a distance. She needs to stop closing herself off and start living her life.
The two of them have to get to know each other and build their relationship from there. As we all know that relationships have their trials and tribulations along with all the good. They sure have there share of good and difficult times.
You can feel the gamut of emotions the characters go through on their journey. I had a hard time putting down the book. It definitely keeps you wanting to find out what is going to happen next. I recommend you read this book.
Great read!
The two of them met by chance when Brant brought his dog Max to the veterinarian after he was hit by a car. Lacey is one of the doctors that took care of Max. They felt an attraction but Brant was interested in pursuing his dreams and Lacey was busy being a Vet.
It seems throughout the book that there was a force that kept bringing Lacey and Brant together and it was inevitable that they would start dating. He seemed to have a sixth sense when it came to her that he seemed to know when she needed him the most.
Lacey's best friend Sam convinces her that she needs to give Brant a chance and not keep him at a distance. She needs to stop closing herself off and start living her life.
The two of them have to get to know each other and build their relationship from there. As we all know that relationships have their trials and tribulations along with all the good. They sure have there share of good and difficult times.
You can feel the gamut of emotions the characters go through on their journey. I had a hard time putting down the book. It definitely keeps you wanting to find out what is going to happen next. I recommend you read this book.
Great read!
August 27, 2014
Wow, what can I say about this book to do it the justice it deserves? I loved this book so much it had me in tears in some parts. I have loved all the books in the series but I have to say this is my very favorite one. The characters were so relatable and believable, I felt like I was right there with Lacey dealing with what was happening. Lacey is a strong independent female character and Brant is by her side through everything. LL Collins has a way of writing her books that makes you feel like you know these people, like they are your friends and you are there going through it all with them. I love how the characters from the previous books are also in this book. You get to see glimpse into how their life is going since you last read about them. Like the others this books, this one hooked me right away and I didn't want to stop reading until I got to the end, but then found myself sad when it was over because I didn't want it to be over. I won't say to much since I don't want to put any spoilers in this review. This is a must read book and have tissues nearby. If you haven't read this series I don't know what you are waiting for, you will enjoy the whole series.
August 31, 2014
L.L.Collins has managed to work her heart felt magic once again in the final book in her Living Again series. She writes in such a way that the characters reach you deep down in your soul. She manages to make you feel emotions you never knew you had. The prologue of this book took me back to the worst time of my life. She recreated it beautifully. I felt like I was right back there 18 years ago. I could relate to Lacey's pain and how she was forever changed by it. She closes herself off until Brant comes along and changes everything. In her books she takes difficult topics and turns them around and comes up with the most amazing happy endings. It is so great to feel a book deep in your soul and come out of it changed for the better. She is the master. Her characters grab you and don't let go. Her books leave you with incredible hangovers.Warning: one box of tissues is never enough. So sorry to see this series come to an end. As with all her books it leaves you wanting more. Grab some tissues and get ready to be changed for the better. Enjoy!
August 7, 2014
Wow! Just wow! She did it AGAIN!
Every time I read one of LL Collin’s books, I want to reach through the pages and ask the characters to be my friends. Her latest book, Finding Forever, offers even more. This time, I want to dive in and hug and hold Lacey and be a friend to her. This book is for anyone who has gone through tough times, known anyone who’s gone through trials, or anyone else who hasn’t been to hell and back and admires the courage of those who do. Without giving anything away, it is a story of trials, fears, and courage to make it through one day at a time, while learning to accept that it’s okay to let someone help you through it.
LL Collin’s has delivered another Kleenex book! Despite multiple complications for both characters, admiration, respect, and desire push its way past the drama and forge a relationship from which true love emerges. So hang on for a ride on the emotional roller coaster. This book is worth every climb, fall, and twist it will take you on!
Every time I read one of LL Collin’s books, I want to reach through the pages and ask the characters to be my friends. Her latest book, Finding Forever, offers even more. This time, I want to dive in and hug and hold Lacey and be a friend to her. This book is for anyone who has gone through tough times, known anyone who’s gone through trials, or anyone else who hasn’t been to hell and back and admires the courage of those who do. Without giving anything away, it is a story of trials, fears, and courage to make it through one day at a time, while learning to accept that it’s okay to let someone help you through it.
LL Collin’s has delivered another Kleenex book! Despite multiple complications for both characters, admiration, respect, and desire push its way past the drama and forge a relationship from which true love emerges. So hang on for a ride on the emotional roller coaster. This book is worth every climb, fall, and twist it will take you on!
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August 19, 2014Again.... yes!
and again another fabulously emotional read from LL Collins. as if she's could do any better than her first 3.... yes! LL had me from the epilogue, tears streaming down my face to the end again with tears streaming down my face but with joy. I know this happens top be a close and personal story for the author but thank god she wrote it. it had me evaluating all that I thought wad impotent in my life and yes, I hugged my kids a little tighter and said ann extra I love you while laying in bed with my husband. I called my grandma a few more times than I usually do, but this book hit my heart. Lacey's story could be anyone I know or myself. and god bless the man Brant. this is a stand alone but it's recommend reading the first three books just because those are also freaking fabulous.
this book is on my kindle under : Emotional read that lifts my spirits and thanking good for what I have. I wish I could give it 10 stars because 5 just doesn't do it any justice...
and again another fabulously emotional read from LL Collins. as if she's could do any better than her first 3.... yes! LL had me from the epilogue, tears streaming down my face to the end again with tears streaming down my face but with joy. I know this happens top be a close and personal story for the author but thank god she wrote it. it had me evaluating all that I thought wad impotent in my life and yes, I hugged my kids a little tighter and said ann extra I love you while laying in bed with my husband. I called my grandma a few more times than I usually do, but this book hit my heart. Lacey's story could be anyone I know or myself. and god bless the man Brant. this is a stand alone but it's recommend reading the first three books just because those are also freaking fabulous.
this book is on my kindle under : Emotional read that lifts my spirits and thanking good for what I have. I wish I could give it 10 stars because 5 just doesn't do it any justice...
August 31, 2014
Amazing, emotional and inspirational…I will not give any spoilers in this review.
Lacey Russell has been dealt a life that would make most people crumble, she had had her share of loss and keeps love locked in the cage of her heart. Is there a man that can help her see that love truly can be a wonderful thing?
Brant Tucker, this man has to be by far my favorite character in any of the Living Again series. He comes into Lacey’s life at a time that would send any weak man running for cover. But he has fallen so deep for Lacey that no matter what challenge they are faced with, he will be there no matter what.
If you are looking for an emotional series that will take you through the paces, then I highly recommend the Living Again series, by this extremely talented author – LL Collins. Ms. Collins never fails to deliver a story where we fall completely in love with the characters and feel vested in the sought after HEA. I will miss my “friends” from this series, but I know that Ms. Collins will bring us along on a new journey soon.
Lacey Russell has been dealt a life that would make most people crumble, she had had her share of loss and keeps love locked in the cage of her heart. Is there a man that can help her see that love truly can be a wonderful thing?
Brant Tucker, this man has to be by far my favorite character in any of the Living Again series. He comes into Lacey’s life at a time that would send any weak man running for cover. But he has fallen so deep for Lacey that no matter what challenge they are faced with, he will be there no matter what.
If you are looking for an emotional series that will take you through the paces, then I highly recommend the Living Again series, by this extremely talented author – LL Collins. Ms. Collins never fails to deliver a story where we fall completely in love with the characters and feel vested in the sought after HEA. I will miss my “friends” from this series, but I know that Ms. Collins will bring us along on a new journey soon.
August 1, 2014
I thought LL Collins had drained every tear from me with her previous stories in the Living Again series, but this one tops all of them to date. My husband was truly concerned with my ugly cries and wanted to know what happened in my life that was so awful. I had to explain it was the book, nothing personal. But...it IS personal.
LL Collins writes in a way that draws me into the characters' lives and they feel like part of the family. When something happens to them, you feel it has happened to a loved one. Because of the particular issues in this story and some personal connections to that issue, it hit extremely hard; sorry, I can't say more without giving away too much!
This book lets you know that there is true goodness in this world. I will be gifting this book to friends, because it is a must read. I will, of course, have to give them tissues, too, as they are a must when reading this story!
LL Collins writes in a way that draws me into the characters' lives and they feel like part of the family. When something happens to them, you feel it has happened to a loved one. Because of the particular issues in this story and some personal connections to that issue, it hit extremely hard; sorry, I can't say more without giving away too much!
This book lets you know that there is true goodness in this world. I will be gifting this book to friends, because it is a must read. I will, of course, have to give them tissues, too, as they are a must when reading this story!
September 8, 2014
Amazingly beautiful story! It touched me so much! I don't think I've ever cried so much! Awesome job by LL Collins! Her writing is superb & flawless!
This is a story of tragedy, perseverance & love! Not your typical love story but one of second chances & determination! We have Lacey who has been through a lot losing her mom to the dreaded "C" word...cancer! When she lost her mom, she lost her dad that day also! No one was the same! Lacey lived her life with walls & scared that her fate will be of her moms! Love was not in her plan! Until Brantley! Oh he's so great! He taught Lacey to fight & it's ok to love! When Lacey's world comes crashing down, Brant is there to help her get through it! But can she? Can they? My heart broke a little with every treatment & dr visit!
Amazing book! 10 emotional Stars!!
This is a story of tragedy, perseverance & love! Not your typical love story but one of second chances & determination! We have Lacey who has been through a lot losing her mom to the dreaded "C" word...cancer! When she lost her mom, she lost her dad that day also! No one was the same! Lacey lived her life with walls & scared that her fate will be of her moms! Love was not in her plan! Until Brantley! Oh he's so great! He taught Lacey to fight & it's ok to love! When Lacey's world comes crashing down, Brant is there to help her get through it! But can she? Can they? My heart broke a little with every treatment & dr visit!
Amazing book! 10 emotional Stars!!
August 8, 2014
There is a warning before the book begins that the subject matter could be traumatic to some readers.
I was breaking my heart by the end of the prologue. There can barely be a person who has not had some experience of the horrors that Lacey had gone through and was living with. I have been too close to it, but I'd rather weep snotty tears than turn away.
Brant's job is unusual. L.L. Collins provides an opportunity to get behind the scenes and meet some plausible but nauseating women.
The relationships between Lacey, Brant, their families and friends are explored in some detail - the good and the bad.
I was relieved to read a proper HEA. I have missed this in many of the books I have read recently.
I believe there are a number of the author's books I have not yet read. After experiencing the quality of Finding Forever I will be rectifying this oversight very soon.
I was breaking my heart by the end of the prologue. There can barely be a person who has not had some experience of the horrors that Lacey had gone through and was living with. I have been too close to it, but I'd rather weep snotty tears than turn away.
Brant's job is unusual. L.L. Collins provides an opportunity to get behind the scenes and meet some plausible but nauseating women.
The relationships between Lacey, Brant, their families and friends are explored in some detail - the good and the bad.
I was relieved to read a proper HEA. I have missed this in many of the books I have read recently.
I believe there are a number of the author's books I have not yet read. After experiencing the quality of Finding Forever I will be rectifying this oversight very soon.
August 5, 2014
How would I describe Finding Forever? Nothing like you would expect but everything you'd hope for. In true LL Collins form you will have your emotions come full circle multiple times over. I laughed and cried, a lot! Brant and Lacey will always be one of my all time favorite book couples because of their whole story from the moment they meet , throughout their journey and beyond Finding Forever. I can't say too much without spoilers and wouldn't want to ruin any part of this story. I've always been a big fan of LL Collins and the whole Living Again series but this book for me is my favorite of the whole series. Do yourself a favor and read this, and be sure to have lots of tissues on hand for those sad tears and those happy ones as well!
August 16, 2014
L L Collins has finished off the Living Again series with a tearjerker of a book that will break your heart and slowly piece it back together again.
A deeply emotional read that had me hooked from the first page.
Apart from the very real and gripping storyline, what I also loved about this book was that L L weaved all the characters from the previous three novels into it so well.
To put the cherry on the cake, we have four perfect epilogues, one for each couple. What a treat!!
If you haven't read this series yet, you are missing out! A highly recommended book and series that is a must read.
A deeply emotional read that had me hooked from the first page.
Apart from the very real and gripping storyline, what I also loved about this book was that L L weaved all the characters from the previous three novels into it so well.
To put the cherry on the cake, we have four perfect epilogues, one for each couple. What a treat!!
If you haven't read this series yet, you are missing out! A highly recommended book and series that is a must read.
September 2, 2014
What a great read!! Lacey and Brant's story is amazing. Very heartfelt, and loving, yet at times emotionally draining. I found myself smiling with the characters, crying with them, feeling hope and despair with them, and in the midst of all of that, I found happiness with them too. The way L.L. Collins writes is wonderful and keeps you glued to the story. I didn't want to stop reading because I had to know what was going to happen next. How much more heartache could Lacey take?? The inner strength that she has is beyond amazing. I would definitely recommend this book, just make sure you have the Kleenex near by because you are going to need it! ~Chell
August 5, 2014
Emotionally wonderful! Hooked from the first page!! This story can relate to so many people in so many ways. Lacey is given a bad hand in this thing we call life. But with the help of some amazing friends and the one and only Brant Tucker, Lacey is ready for the fight of her life. This story is very emotional and will have you in tears throughout the entire read. L. L. Collins knows how to write emotional and powerful books. Finding Forever is a must read and the whole Living Again Series! For any of you that love to feel, I mean really feel a story in your heart READ THIS AMAZING BOOK!!!!
August 10, 2014
Another heart warming story
I absolutely love L.L. Collins I knew I would fall in love with her books since "Living Again". I have another book boyfriend besides Devin. It was so wonderful how Brant stayed by Lacey's side with everything she went through. I cried while reading this book all that she went through. Ladies you will definitely need tissues while reading this book. I couldn't put it down till I finished the book. Another wonder full story L L Collins. I look forward to reading your next book. Must read ladies!!!!
I absolutely love L.L. Collins I knew I would fall in love with her books since "Living Again". I have another book boyfriend besides Devin. It was so wonderful how Brant stayed by Lacey's side with everything she went through. I cried while reading this book all that she went through. Ladies you will definitely need tissues while reading this book. I couldn't put it down till I finished the book. Another wonder full story L L Collins. I look forward to reading your next book. Must read ladies!!!!
September 16, 2014
Tissues needed ladies
This was probably the best book in the series. OMG this book was so touching that I couldn't put it down. As soon as I started reading this book I started crying. I think Lacey and Brant have to be the most selfless people along with the secondary characters. Brent couldn't be a better man for staying with Lacey after everything that has happened to her. The author outdid herself with this book. I also enjoyed the look into the previous characters toward the end of the book.
This was probably the best book in the series. OMG this book was so touching that I couldn't put it down. As soon as I started reading this book I started crying. I think Lacey and Brant have to be the most selfless people along with the secondary characters. Brent couldn't be a better man for staying with Lacey after everything that has happened to her. The author outdid herself with this book. I also enjoyed the look into the previous characters toward the end of the book.
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