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taylormichele's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
funny
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
This was an AMAZING end to the series. Hallie and Lawson were perfect. And now I don’t know if his story or roans were my favorite. I love how Lawson would always drop whatever he was doing to be there for Hallie and help her through her trauma. And Hallie the way her and Luke’s relationship bloomed was so well written. But Luke oh my heart broke for that boy. When everything he was holding on to came out I cried. And drew talk about comedic relief. The children really pulled this story home for me because Charlie was just the sweetest innocent little boy and the way they all fell in love with Hallie was beautiful. Honestly I was so wrapped up in the story line I didn’t even care that there was basically no spice. It was amazing and that serial killer plot twist didn’t see it coming at all.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Torture, Panic attacks/disorders, Death, and Kidnapping
lady_w31's review
adventurous
emotional
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Death, Blood, Murder, and Kidnapping
sienasummerrreads's review against another edition
challenging
hopeful
mysterious
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
4.5
“It’s you, Blue. You’re the one who bought me out of the ashes. It’s always been you.”
This follows Hallie 25 who went through a horrific situation five years ago and ever since then has dealt with a lot of trauma and trying to heal. But everything changes when she moves to a small town and nanny’s for a police chief named Lawson who is 38 and his three boys between the ages of 6 and 16.
Please be mindful of the contents and themes. I have listed them below. I will say this book is one of my favourites in the series. I appreciate the plot twist of who was responsible for all the harm. I loved the Single dad and his son’s element. Love Charlie and Luke. I loved how we got to see Luke grow in this book and also have a protective side. Don’t get me wrong I like Drew but if I hear Bruh one more time I’ll lose my mind which leads me to find his character was a little repetitive. Like I've said previously if I were a woman in this small town I would leave immediately as you're a target.
I will say the audiobook was brilliant with Ava and Sebastian work well together. Highly recommend the audiobook.
If you love:
🔹Suspense Romance
🔹Small Town
🔹Single Dad
🔹FMC Nanny
🔹MMC Police Chief
🔹Perfect Amount Of Spice
Genre/Type: Small Town Romance 18+
APK: Kindle / Audiobook ARC
Pages: 404
Audiobook Length: 9hrs and 12mins
Narrators: Ava Erikson and Sebastian York - Dual
Rating: 🌟🌟🌟🌟.5
Spice: 🌶️.5
Series or Stand Alone: Book Five In The Lost And Found Series
Tropes or Themes: Small Town, Single Dad, Nanny, Age Gap (13 Years), Family Drama, Investigation, Past Memories, Past Trauma, Panic Attack, Kidnapping, Murder, Death, Always Been You, Sexual Content, Praise, Eyes On Me, Guns, Injury, Medical Content and Blood.
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Content Warnings
Graphic: Panic attacks/disorders, Injury/Injury detail, Death, Medical content, Alcohol, Violence, Kidnapping, Blood, Pregnancy, Sexual content, Gun violence, Murder, and Cursing
thebookishdogmom's review
emotional
inspiring
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
What an incredibly special book. This one had me hooked from the very beginning.
The strength of Hallie was inspiring. Her character has been through so much, but she is able to move through life without letting her fear hold her back, no matter how difficult it is.
Lawson has a silent strength that he uses to protect everyone he loves. His heart is so big, and I love that he was so vulnerable about his fear of opening up to Hallie .
And the BOYS. I dont think I've ever loved child characters in a romance more than I love Luke, Drew, and Charlie. They are all unique and special in their own way. Lukes tenser heart. Drew's infectious optimism. Charlie's sweet innocence.
It was truly a pleasure reading how Hallie developed special relationships with each of them and helped piece Lawson and his family back together.
And the suspense of the story! It moved at a fast pace, and there were many twists and turns. The storyline is grim and dark, so check trigger warnings. But it was integral to the story and helping make these charactwrs who they are.
What an end to the series. It was perfect, I couldn't ask for more!
Tags:
-single dad/nanny
-age gap
-slow burn
-found family
-small town
-romantic suspense
Spice: 1.5/5
First person/Dual POV
The strength of Hallie was inspiring. Her character has been through so much, but she is able to move through life without letting her fear hold her back, no matter how difficult it is.
Lawson has a silent strength that he uses to protect everyone he loves. His heart is so big, and I love that he was so vulnerable about his fear of opening up to Hallie .
And the BOYS. I dont think I've ever loved child characters in a romance more than I love Luke, Drew, and Charlie. They are all unique and special in their own way. Lukes tenser heart. Drew's infectious optimism. Charlie's sweet innocence.
It was truly a pleasure reading how Hallie developed special relationships with each of them and helped piece Lawson and his family back together.
And the suspense of the story! It moved at a fast pace, and there were many twists and turns. The storyline is grim and dark, so check trigger warnings. But it was integral to the story and helping make these charactwrs who they are.
What an end to the series. It was perfect, I couldn't ask for more!
Tags:
-single dad/nanny
-age gap
-slow burn
-found family
-small town
-romantic suspense
Spice: 1.5/5
First person/Dual POV
Content Warnings
Graphic: Kidnapping, Blood, Murder, and Death
joburnsreads's review against another edition
emotional
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
⭐️ 5
🌶 Open Door, Mild
💙 Romantic Suspense
💙 Small Town Setting
💙 Single Dad x Nanny
💙 Age Gap
💙 Forced Proximity
💙 Police Hero
💙 Dual POV (1st Person)
I have been feral for Lawson and Hallie's story since I finished book 4 last year. Catherine did not disappoint. She always keeps her readers on their toes. I loved every second of this book - it was the perfect amount of healing, angst, spice, and a little comedy thrown in. While Ashes of You does deal with heavy themes, it was by far my favorite book that I read in January.
Lawson is the oldest Hartley brother, a single dad of three adorable boys, and the police chief in Cedar Ridge. Hallie is still working to overcome her PTSD from a horrible ordeal 5 years ago and looking for a fresh start. Lawson happened to be the one who saved her when she escaped her kidnapper. These two reconnect when Lawson is interviewing candidates for a nanny and the spark between them is instant.
Hallie and Lawson were the perfect fit for one another. They were just what the other needed but didn't know it. I loved the interactions between Hallie and the boys. Seeing Lawson reconnect with his sons was so sweet. I also never knew how much I needed an FMC giving an MMC a nickname before now but it was *chef's kiss*.
Overall, I am so pleased with how this series ended. While I am sad to leave the Hartley family and Cedar Ridge behind, I believe we will see them again in Catherine's next book.
Thank you to Catherine Cowles for the e-ARC and ALC of Ashes of You!
🌶 Open Door, Mild
💙 Romantic Suspense
💙 Small Town Setting
💙 Single Dad x Nanny
💙 Age Gap
💙 Forced Proximity
💙 Police Hero
💙 Dual POV (1st Person)
I have been feral for Lawson and Hallie's story since I finished book 4 last year. Catherine did not disappoint. She always keeps her readers on their toes. I loved every second of this book - it was the perfect amount of healing, angst, spice, and a little comedy thrown in. While Ashes of You does deal with heavy themes, it was by far my favorite book that I read in January.
Lawson is the oldest Hartley brother, a single dad of three adorable boys, and the police chief in Cedar Ridge. Hallie is still working to overcome her PTSD from a horrible ordeal 5 years ago and looking for a fresh start. Lawson happened to be the one who saved her when she escaped her kidnapper. These two reconnect when Lawson is interviewing candidates for a nanny and the spark between them is instant.
Hallie and Lawson were the perfect fit for one another. They were just what the other needed but didn't know it. I loved the interactions between Hallie and the boys. Seeing Lawson reconnect with his sons was so sweet. I also never knew how much I needed an FMC giving an MMC a nickname before now but it was *chef's kiss*.
Overall, I am so pleased with how this series ended. While I am sad to leave the Hartley family and Cedar Ridge behind, I believe we will see them again in Catherine's next book.
Thank you to Catherine Cowles for the e-ARC and ALC of Ashes of You!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Injury/Injury detail, Medical content, Panic attacks/disorders, Kidnapping, and Death
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