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4.13 AVERAGE
4.13 AVERAGE
adventurous
challenging
dark
reflective
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
sad
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
emotional
inspiring
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
♾ stars
I want to inject this story, these words, into my veins, into my blood and soul, so I can never get Lily and Loren out of my system. This was the book that made me fall in love with Lilo and their breathtaking and soulmate-like love story, and this reread just proved how much I love them and how precious Core Six is to me. This book taught me a lot—this series and these characters basically altered my brain chemistry, and I will never be the same.
Addictions are one of the most horrible things in the world. They not only destroy the addict but also those who are exposed to their lives. And seeing it all—the messiness, the destruction, the willingness to do right by the people you love, the slow healing, the healthy coping mechanisms, the second chances, it’s the most realistic portrayal I have read in a series.
Lily’s portrayal in this book as a struggling sex addict who is in therapy, learning to have a healthy sex life while also working on healthy coping mechanisms, is remarkably done. Her healing is a two-way process, she’s trying to show trust in others by letting them help her with her addictions. And Lo did so much for her in this book, along with her sister, Rose. She still feels like she doesn’t deserve happiness or a normal life, or that being a sex addict is something dirty that needs to be hidden from everyone. She’s trying her best to accept her new self—the version that loves Loren, the one who’s trying so hard to do her best for herself, achieving new milestones in her healing, and I am so proud of my girl.
“He is as much a part of me as the sun is a part of the sky, as the earth is to the universe. I need him in order to wake up in the morning. I need him to feel whole.”
Loren Hale has a permanent place in my heart. I have never loved a fictional character this much, never felt so connected to one like I do with him. Lo is a recovering alcoholic in this book. After coming back from rehab, he’s trying to make sense of his reality as a non-alcoholic while also helping Lily with her addiction. He still struggles every day, hates himself, but he makes an effort not to relapse. Lily and Ryke are his biggest support system, the people who make him stronger and happier. Lo still doesn’t see himself as a good person. He hates and blames himself for the life Lily and Ryke have lived in the past, but he’s wrong about it all. He is not responsible for anyone’s happiness. This man has infinite love for Lily but not even a drop of it for himself, but I know he’ll get there one day, and I am here for him.
“She loves me because she believes I’m strong. She loves me because she’s a part of me. She loves me because I’ve become a better man through all of this.”
Lily and Loren
Best friends. Lovers. Soulmates.
I love these two amazing and incredible people with every fibre of my being. To put it simply, I come alive whenever I read their story or even just think about them. They have made a home for themselves in my life and my heart. I think about them daily—they are a part of my life, literally. I don’t think it’s possible to find a love like theirs in this lifetime because Lilo is the true and raw definition of soulmates. It was pure pain and agony to watch Lilo struggle to find a semblance of balance in their lives while also battling their addictions, sustaining their present life and friendships, and dealing with the repercussions of their past. But they came out of it alive and together, and that’s all that matters. They didn’t give up on themselves—not on each other—and they had friends supporting them throughout their journey.
The couple’s growth is beautifully done. Lily and Loren are finding a new rhythm in their intimate yet still raw relationship, which could crumble at any moment. But they are putting in the effort, truly opening up to each other about their struggles and the hardships that come with their recovery process. They chose effort over sacrifice, took a chance on a future they don’t even dare to dream of yet, but one that exists for them. They took a chance to help and understand each other—to let trust, love, and healing become the most integral parts of their lives. I broke for them many times, but every time they fought back, my heart swelled with so much pride and love for them. I believed in them the first time I read their books, and I will believe in them for years to come.
All the side characters were incredible, and seeing them help Lilo was reassuring and comforting. I love how protective Rose and Connor are—I loved seeing them fall in love. Ryke didn’t get on my nerves here because he is unwavering and loving when it comes to Lo, and I love him for that. I love Daisy and Ryke, but I still can’t forget Ryke’s shameless flirting with Daisy, knowing she’s just a teenager. It gives me the ick.
Addicted for Now is the most heartbreaking book in the Addicted series. My heart was breaking on every page, but it was all worth it in the end. This is where the real character development of Lily and Loren begins. They are still the same people but have shown immense growth. They cannot just be magically healed in one book, and there is a long journey ahead of them, but at least they are fighting for their future. They are finally making changes in their previously dysfunctional relationship to make it work because their love is bigger than their addictions. This book deals with heavy topics, and I loved how the authors did not try to sugarcoat their addictions but actually represented the dark and broken side of recovery.
The final chapters are a rollercoaster of raw and vulnerable emotions. Loren doubting his own existence, Lily going through that traumatic and disgusting experience with her new therapist—it broke my heart. But the last chapter was everything. Loren Hale, how many times are you going to steal my heart? The proposal was so perfect and romantic, and I am so happy and excited to see how they are going to thrive and grow in the next phases of their lives.
➙ Second read: June 2024 — ♾ stars
➙ First read: September 2022 — 5 stars
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I don't know what to do with my life rn
“I’m not going anywhere. I’ll always be here when you come home. There will always be an us.”
“A Lo and Lily,” I breathe.
“Or Lily and Lo.”
I want to inject this story, these words, into my veins, into my blood and soul, so I can never get Lily and Loren out of my system. This was the book that made me fall in love with Lilo and their breathtaking and soulmate-like love story, and this reread just proved how much I love them and how precious Core Six is to me. This book taught me a lot—this series and these characters basically altered my brain chemistry, and I will never be the same.
Addictions are one of the most horrible things in the world. They not only destroy the addict but also those who are exposed to their lives. And seeing it all—the messiness, the destruction, the willingness to do right by the people you love, the slow healing, the healthy coping mechanisms, the second chances, it’s the most realistic portrayal I have read in a series.
Lily’s portrayal in this book as a struggling sex addict who is in therapy, learning to have a healthy sex life while also working on healthy coping mechanisms, is remarkably done. Her healing is a two-way process, she’s trying to show trust in others by letting them help her with her addictions. And Lo did so much for her in this book, along with her sister, Rose. She still feels like she doesn’t deserve happiness or a normal life, or that being a sex addict is something dirty that needs to be hidden from everyone. She’s trying her best to accept her new self—the version that loves Loren, the one who’s trying so hard to do her best for herself, achieving new milestones in her healing, and I am so proud of my girl.
“He is as much a part of me as the sun is a part of the sky, as the earth is to the universe. I need him in order to wake up in the morning. I need him to feel whole.”
Loren Hale has a permanent place in my heart. I have never loved a fictional character this much, never felt so connected to one like I do with him. Lo is a recovering alcoholic in this book. After coming back from rehab, he’s trying to make sense of his reality as a non-alcoholic while also helping Lily with her addiction. He still struggles every day, hates himself, but he makes an effort not to relapse. Lily and Ryke are his biggest support system, the people who make him stronger and happier. Lo still doesn’t see himself as a good person. He hates and blames himself for the life Lily and Ryke have lived in the past, but he’s wrong about it all. He is not responsible for anyone’s happiness. This man has infinite love for Lily but not even a drop of it for himself, but I know he’ll get there one day, and I am here for him.
“She loves me because she believes I’m strong. She loves me because she’s a part of me. She loves me because I’ve become a better man through all of this.”
Lily and Loren
Best friends. Lovers. Soulmates.
I love these two amazing and incredible people with every fibre of my being. To put it simply, I come alive whenever I read their story or even just think about them. They have made a home for themselves in my life and my heart. I think about them daily—they are a part of my life, literally. I don’t think it’s possible to find a love like theirs in this lifetime because Lilo is the true and raw definition of soulmates. It was pure pain and agony to watch Lilo struggle to find a semblance of balance in their lives while also battling their addictions, sustaining their present life and friendships, and dealing with the repercussions of their past. But they came out of it alive and together, and that’s all that matters. They didn’t give up on themselves—not on each other—and they had friends supporting them throughout their journey.
“In all our life, he has never once said to me, you are mine. He has never taken me the way I’ve taken him. He has given himself to me.”
The couple’s growth is beautifully done. Lily and Loren are finding a new rhythm in their intimate yet still raw relationship, which could crumble at any moment. But they are putting in the effort, truly opening up to each other about their struggles and the hardships that come with their recovery process. They chose effort over sacrifice, took a chance on a future they don’t even dare to dream of yet, but one that exists for them. They took a chance to help and understand each other—to let trust, love, and healing become the most integral parts of their lives. I broke for them many times, but every time they fought back, my heart swelled with so much pride and love for them. I believed in them the first time I read their books, and I will believe in them for years to come.
“We have lived together, loved together, and fucked up together. I’m not sure many people can truly say that about someone else.”
All the side characters were incredible, and seeing them help Lilo was reassuring and comforting. I love how protective Rose and Connor are—I loved seeing them fall in love. Ryke didn’t get on my nerves here because he is unwavering and loving when it comes to Lo, and I love him for that. I love Daisy and Ryke, but I still can’t forget Ryke’s shameless flirting with Daisy, knowing she’s just a teenager. It gives me the ick.
“I think the six of us—we’re all strong. We’re each just a different kind of strong. But we all have a different kind of weak too.”
Addicted for Now is the most heartbreaking book in the Addicted series. My heart was breaking on every page, but it was all worth it in the end. This is where the real character development of Lily and Loren begins. They are still the same people but have shown immense growth. They cannot just be magically healed in one book, and there is a long journey ahead of them, but at least they are fighting for their future. They are finally making changes in their previously dysfunctional relationship to make it work because their love is bigger than their addictions. This book deals with heavy topics, and I loved how the authors did not try to sugarcoat their addictions but actually represented the dark and broken side of recovery.
“I’m prepared to be there for her every fucking step of the way. Even if she wants to drown in this water, I’m going to pull her back up until she’s healthy. Until she can stand on her own two feet.”
The final chapters are a rollercoaster of raw and vulnerable emotions. Loren doubting his own existence, Lily going through that traumatic and disgusting experience with her new therapist—it broke my heart. But the last chapter was everything. Loren Hale, how many times are you going to steal my heart? The proposal was so perfect and romantic, and I am so happy and excited to see how they are going to thrive and grow in the next phases of their lives.
“She is my past, my present, my future. So when I open the door and slide into the driver’s seat, I’m not surprised that it feels like I’m returning home.”
➙ Second read: June 2024 — ♾ stars
➙ First read: September 2022 — 5 stars
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I don't know what to do with my life rn
♾/5 Defintely one of the best books and it’s only the third book. I love how everyone is there (Daisy is finally apart!!) and the whole trip and everything was so chaotic yet so funny
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
N/A
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes