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jenjenbookfan's review against another edition
5.0
An excellent read!!
This book had amazing characters and ran the gamut of emotions—passion, laughter, banter, tears, drama, etc. As much as I love Kale and Hope together, Evan is so adorable, he steals the show! There’s also an awesome plot twist I wasn’t expecting! I’m excited to jump into Ollie’s book right now!!
This book had amazing characters and ran the gamut of emotions—passion, laughter, banter, tears, drama, etc. As much as I love Kale and Hope together, Evan is so adorable, he steals the show! There’s also an awesome plot twist I wasn’t expecting! I’m excited to jump into Ollie’s book right now!!
j_the_bookworm's review against another edition
5.0
Evan, Hope and Kale...don't miss thius boom
Loved this. I loved Kale in Shoiw me the way and this is his story, and what a story. I adored Hope and Evan, that kid is the britches ray of sunshine in this book.
Loved this. I loved Kale in Shoiw me the way and this is his story, and what a story. I adored Hope and Evan, that kid is the britches ray of sunshine in this book.
beckyrendon's review against another edition
5.0
A.L. Jackson has always had a knack for breaking hearts but this time she goes for devastating numbers. Not just one heart. Not even two. Follow Me Back is a trail of broken hearts- an epidemic.
Kale is the dreamy doctor/best friend from Show Me the Way. The carefree bachelor...or so we assumed. His story is tragic and horrifying in his grief. He blames himself and that guilty feeds his fears. This beautiful man has a broken heart.
Whether you think Nikki is the orgasm gifter or Ollie's bar has that title, just know that everyone of these guys is on your team. I love seeing their names in this book. These friends are a huge support group for each other. So clearly, they will help Kale figure his shit out.
Follow Me Back is just as emotional as any of A.L. Jackson's books. The reader will feel everything from angry, violent tendencies to pride at Frankie Leigh's Marvel hero knowledge to delicious, naughty smirking at some "adult time fun." Fear and desperate hope...because even hope needs a hero.
reviewed for Sweet Spot Sisterhood
Kale is the dreamy doctor/best friend from Show Me the Way. The carefree bachelor...or so we assumed. His story is tragic and horrifying in his grief. He blames himself and that guilty feeds his fears. This beautiful man has a broken heart.
Whether you think Nikki is the orgasm gifter or Ollie's bar has that title, just know that everyone of these guys is on your team. I love seeing their names in this book. These friends are a huge support group for each other. So clearly, they will help Kale figure his shit out.
Follow Me Back is just as emotional as any of A.L. Jackson's books. The reader will feel everything from angry, violent tendencies to pride at Frankie Leigh's Marvel hero knowledge to delicious, naughty smirking at some "adult time fun." Fear and desperate hope...because even hope needs a hero.
reviewed for Sweet Spot Sisterhood
chesnut's review
emotional
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
3.0
Generally good plot, but I found the writing a little bit clunky especially because of repetitive descriptions.
caseroo7's review against another edition
4.0
Find this review and more at Ramblings From This Chick
Follow Me Back is the second book in the Fight For Me series by AL Jackson, with each book being a standalone story. While these books are connected, you do not need to read them in order. I do recommend reading them in order if you can though, as I have loved each of them and AL Jackson is an author that never disappoints!
Kale Bryant is a cocky doctor that is married to his job. He learned a long time ago not to get entangled with anyone for more than a night, devoting all of his spare time and love to his friends and keeping his time with women short and casual. But when he meets Hope, he can't help but find himself drawn to her and unable to forget her. Hope is struggling with her own issues though, and has no time to devote to a relationship. But she also finds herself unable to say no to Kale and soon the two of them find themselves unable to stop what is developing between them. What happens when Hope finds herself in for the fight of her life? Will Kale be able to stand by her side or will his past keep him from moving forward with the life he could have with Hope?
I loved these two. I know Kale came off as cocky at times, but honestly I loved him right away. Even though he was casual with his love life, he was so involved with his friends and their kids. I absolutely adored the way he loved his godchildren, and the way he was so connected to his patients. He showed just how big his heart was, and I knew that eventually he would come around to opening it up for more. Hope had been through so much, and yet she was such a fighter. Her love for her son was something that had be captivated from the very start. She would do absolutely anything for him and I loved the special relationship they had. Kale being drawn into that relationship though was what had me swooning the entire way through. Not only was there an amazing amount of chemistry between Hope and Kale, but the relationship between him and Evan was something that I couldn't get enough of.
Overall, this story was great. It was emotional and heartfelt, while also being sweet and sexy. It just had everything that I look for in a great book. AL Jackson has become a favorite author of mine over the years, and there hasn't been a single book of hers that I've read and not enjoyed. I highly recommend this book and anything else from her, if you haven't read anything from her you are missing out. I can't wait for more from her!
**ARC Provided by Author**
Follow Me Back is the second book in the Fight For Me series by AL Jackson, with each book being a standalone story. While these books are connected, you do not need to read them in order. I do recommend reading them in order if you can though, as I have loved each of them and AL Jackson is an author that never disappoints!
Kale Bryant is a cocky doctor that is married to his job. He learned a long time ago not to get entangled with anyone for more than a night, devoting all of his spare time and love to his friends and keeping his time with women short and casual. But when he meets Hope, he can't help but find himself drawn to her and unable to forget her. Hope is struggling with her own issues though, and has no time to devote to a relationship. But she also finds herself unable to say no to Kale and soon the two of them find themselves unable to stop what is developing between them. What happens when Hope finds herself in for the fight of her life? Will Kale be able to stand by her side or will his past keep him from moving forward with the life he could have with Hope?
I loved these two. I know Kale came off as cocky at times, but honestly I loved him right away. Even though he was casual with his love life, he was so involved with his friends and their kids. I absolutely adored the way he loved his godchildren, and the way he was so connected to his patients. He showed just how big his heart was, and I knew that eventually he would come around to opening it up for more. Hope had been through so much, and yet she was such a fighter. Her love for her son was something that had be captivated from the very start. She would do absolutely anything for him and I loved the special relationship they had. Kale being drawn into that relationship though was what had me swooning the entire way through. Not only was there an amazing amount of chemistry between Hope and Kale, but the relationship between him and Evan was something that I couldn't get enough of.
Overall, this story was great. It was emotional and heartfelt, while also being sweet and sexy. It just had everything that I look for in a great book. AL Jackson has become a favorite author of mine over the years, and there hasn't been a single book of hers that I've read and not enjoyed. I highly recommend this book and anything else from her, if you haven't read anything from her you are missing out. I can't wait for more from her!
**ARC Provided by Author**
bookboyfriendandhusbandmake3's review against another edition
4.0
My heart
This book had moments that left my heart shattered and other times I had a cheese smile on my face. It definitely hits all the feels and then beautifully puts you back together
This book had moments that left my heart shattered and other times I had a cheese smile on my face. It definitely hits all the feels and then beautifully puts you back together
mycatismybookmark's review against another edition
4.0
My Heart
Let your heart be lovestruck as A.L. Jackson’s lyrical writing takes you back to Gingham Lakes in the second stand-alone installment of the Fight for Me series, featuring Dr. Kale Bryant and Harley Hope Masterson. Sometimes even hope needs a hero, and sometimes even a hero needs hope.
“. . . don’t ever, ever give up on hope. Because it’s always there. No matter how dismal things might seem.”
Follow Me Back is gripping and emotionally powerful. Filled with love, friendship, family, laughter and surprises, but most of all hope. Kale and Hope’s world’s will collide in ways they could never have expected when neither of them can settle for just one night, when their hearts are hung on hoping for forever.
“I want you in a way I’ve never wanted anyone. Not ever. But I’m afraid I’m not capable of being the man you see because there isn’t a whole lot of that guy left. I lost him a long time ago. I live for the people around me. For my job. My friends. Their families. My patients. I’ve walked that line for a long, long time. The straight. The narrow. Never veering from my path. But as hard as I try to stop it, colliding with you feels unavoidable.”
Jackson is a master at writing swoon-worthy leading men and fiercely amazing female leads. Come fall in love with Kale, Hope, Evan and Jenna, and revisit with our favorite characters from Hunt Me Down and Show Me the Way.
Let your heart be lovestruck as A.L. Jackson’s lyrical writing takes you back to Gingham Lakes in the second stand-alone installment of the Fight for Me series, featuring Dr. Kale Bryant and Harley Hope Masterson. Sometimes even hope needs a hero, and sometimes even a hero needs hope.
“. . . don’t ever, ever give up on hope. Because it’s always there. No matter how dismal things might seem.”
Follow Me Back is gripping and emotionally powerful. Filled with love, friendship, family, laughter and surprises, but most of all hope. Kale and Hope’s world’s will collide in ways they could never have expected when neither of them can settle for just one night, when their hearts are hung on hoping for forever.
“I want you in a way I’ve never wanted anyone. Not ever. But I’m afraid I’m not capable of being the man you see because there isn’t a whole lot of that guy left. I lost him a long time ago. I live for the people around me. For my job. My friends. Their families. My patients. I’ve walked that line for a long, long time. The straight. The narrow. Never veering from my path. But as hard as I try to stop it, colliding with you feels unavoidable.”
Jackson is a master at writing swoon-worthy leading men and fiercely amazing female leads. Come fall in love with Kale, Hope, Evan and Jenna, and revisit with our favorite characters from Hunt Me Down and Show Me the Way.
readfrenzy's review against another edition
3.0
3.5 stars
Everyone told me Follow Me Back was a gut-wrenching tearjerker, but it just didn’t move me the way it evidently did others. That’s not to say I didn’t enjoy it, because I did.
Without a doubt, the strongest aspect of this story is Hope with her fierce devotion and faith. Kale is a dedicated doctor and cocky devout bachelor. Let’s just pause right here to reflect on this character’s name. Kale. For real? Who names their child after a leafy green vegetable? Either a health freak, a sadist, or one of those pretentious celebrities who names their kid Apple, Sir, Saint, Fuschia (all real names, BTW), or some other ridiculous name that will surely get them teased at school. It was super hard for me to get over his name, but Kale melted my heart once he lets his guard down and his huge heart shines through. His reasons for rejecting romantic relationships, though, felt too flimsy to sustain the conflict throughout the book. Hope also makes some confusing choices for such a strong, smart woman.
Even though I didn’t find myself reaching for the Kleenex, the story is touching and should feed the need for those looking for many Hallmark-worthy moments.
Recommended for fans of:
Superheroes
Lollipops
Doctors
Second chances
Everyone told me Follow Me Back was a gut-wrenching tearjerker, but it just didn’t move me the way it evidently did others. That’s not to say I didn’t enjoy it, because I did.
Without a doubt, the strongest aspect of this story is Hope with her fierce devotion and faith. Kale is a dedicated doctor and cocky devout bachelor. Let’s just pause right here to reflect on this character’s name. Kale. For real? Who names their child after a leafy green vegetable? Either a health freak, a sadist, or one of those pretentious celebrities who names their kid Apple, Sir, Saint, Fuschia (all real names, BTW), or some other ridiculous name that will surely get them teased at school. It was super hard for me to get over his name, but Kale melted my heart once he lets his guard down and his huge heart shines through. His reasons for rejecting romantic relationships, though, felt too flimsy to sustain the conflict throughout the book. Hope also makes some confusing choices for such a strong, smart woman.
Even though I didn’t find myself reaching for the Kleenex, the story is touching and should feed the need for those looking for many Hallmark-worthy moments.
Recommended for fans of:
Superheroes
Lollipops
Doctors
Second chances
redheadedreader's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
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? No
4.0