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pattyfgd's review
5.0
A second chance romance written by AM Johnson, has to be good right? Well, it is more than good, it's incredibly amazing. This book, like the first in the series(Possession) will grab you at the first chapter and keep you listening until the last word. Liam and Kelly met when Kelly was 17 and decided to get a tattoo at Avenues Ink. A childhood fairy tale gives them an instant, strong connection. But life for them was going in different directions, Liam having a strong connection to his family and not being able to follow Kelly in her dreams to go to California, leaving her horrible childhood behind. AM Johnson has a way with this book that many authors cannot pull off. The flashbacks to their first chance at a life together then back to the present is woven together with such perfection and with such elegance that it's easy to follow and flows naturally. Declan, Paige and Kiernan's appearances go to solidify the family bond that Liam feels and the responsibility he still is carrying for them and gives you that coming home feeling of knowing your characters. This series is definitely in my top 10 of 2017, and I am so glad to have found AM Johnson!
The choice of Rock Engle and Samantha Summers for narrating this story is excellent. I enjoyed both, but found Rock Engle to be Liam exactly as pictured him. Summers did a great job as well, but I found her voice to be a little too young for my liking.
The choice of Rock Engle and Samantha Summers for narrating this story is excellent. I enjoyed both, but found Rock Engle to be Liam exactly as pictured him. Summers did a great job as well, but I found her voice to be a little too young for my liking.
frenchpressbookworm's review
4.0
I didn't love this one like I did the first. The way it was written was at times confusing. And while I get these two were a mess from the start I wish I got more of them together that what was in the book. They were so sweetly broken is the only way to paint them. I wanted way more of the sweet but felt like the broken bits took up most of the book. I'm really hoping poet isn't like that. Overall I enjoyed it but didn't love it this go around
3.5-4 stars
3.5-4 stars
__livesbtweenpgs__'s review
5.0
I have found my favorite ❤️
Ahhh Liam!
I knew he would capture me when I first met hi in Possession. The older brother that holds everyone together and doesn't bat an eye for it.
We all deserve to be happy...right?
What happens when it slips or in this case runs away from you?
You exist.
I loved loved this book but with that comes a hurt from a loss that isn't easily repaired unless it is equally beautiful and there is a way with this book that hurts you, rips you open and leaves you bleeding but then it sees you right back together is the most EPIC way.
Now I am impatiently waiting for Kieran....
Ahhh Liam!
I knew he would capture me when I first met hi in Possession. The older brother that holds everyone together and doesn't bat an eye for it.
We all deserve to be happy...right?
What happens when it slips or in this case runs away from you?
You exist.
I loved loved this book but with that comes a hurt from a loss that isn't easily repaired unless it is equally beautiful and there is a way with this book that hurts you, rips you open and leaves you bleeding but then it sees you right back together is the most EPIC way.
Now I am impatiently waiting for Kieran....
sexyvixenreader's review against another edition
4.0
This is the second book in the series is Liam and Kelly's story. I did enjoy it but it didn't give the emotional punch like Possession did. It was a bit repetitive in places and I think the story dragged out a bit. I am excited to see how Kieran's story plays because I will definitely be reading.
hannas_heas47's review
5.0
I really enjoyed the first book but you knew after book one that Liam had a story. Oldest of the three brothers and he stepped into the role of father when his own couldn’t cut it. Dropping out of high school and eventually running Avenues ink tattoo parlor. Kelly the other half of his soul left him behind because she didn’t want a life like her parents, destined to model and head to California instead. Great story....a little sad but Liam and Kelly were amazing.
What did I like? I had a sad feeling through most of this because everyone has been through such sorrow. I like stories where people can catch a break but this one really got to me. Kelly and Liam seemed fated for heart break but all they needed was each other. Five stars...hearts and feels people....hearts and feels.
Would I recommend or buy? Yes to both. Read Possession first....it’s insanely good and really help this part take off. Hearts and feels, enemies to lovers, second chances.... this book has it all.
Thoughts for the author? Loved it. I received this as a free book. Looking forward to the last book, and Keiran’s story. Congratulations on a great book! Five stars.
What did I like? I had a sad feeling through most of this because everyone has been through such sorrow. I like stories where people can catch a break but this one really got to me. Kelly and Liam seemed fated for heart break but all they needed was each other. Five stars...hearts and feels people....hearts and feels.
Would I recommend or buy? Yes to both. Read Possession first....it’s insanely good and really help this part take off. Hearts and feels, enemies to lovers, second chances.... this book has it all.
Thoughts for the author? Loved it. I received this as a free book. Looking forward to the last book, and Keiran’s story. Congratulations on a great book! Five stars.
nessreads11's review
5.0
*ARC provided in exchange for an honest review*
5 "Tell me your name" Stars!!!!!
Alright, *deep breath* let it out. My mind is all jumbled and my emotions are all over the place, so forgive me. This book, whoa, this book. *shakes head* I wish, man I can't even form coherent sentences right now. Just thinking about this story and the characters is bringing tears to my eyes and I can't think straight. But, as I was saying, I wish I had the perfect words, because this book deserves that and much more. AM knows how to tug at your heartstrings, and damn did she ever do that. There were times when I couldn't catch my breath and my heart was in my throat. Did I like it? Heck no! But I freakin' welcomed it because it made me feel the exact same thing that Liam and Kelly were feeling. Oh boy Liam and Kelly, my gosh these two, I mean WOW!
Ever since 'Possession' I wanted and needed to know Liam's story. Never did I expect it to be what it was. And let me tell you, it was EVERY! THING! I guarantee you will feel every emotion that Liam is feeling. You will ache and feel rage and you'll want to break things and you'll shed tears, I promise you, you will cry. Liam, Liam, Liam ugh he makes my heart flutter. I don't have enough words inside me to articulate the beauty that is Liam. The way in which he loves is masterful. I could go on and on, but I'll keep things to myself because you deserve to experience Liam in all his imperfectness.
"It was careless to want her. Her shattered edges matched mine. I’d never be able to give her the freedom she wanted."
Liam and Kelly were two characters that clawed and fought with all their might to try and change and reach towards a future they so desperately craved and wanted. Their bond was indestructible, their souls were made for each other. These two will take you on such an emotional ride, that you'll want to pullover and catch your breath a few times. Whatever you do though, don't jump off. Stick through it, Liam and Kelly are so worth it.
"My night had always needed his sun. Liam was mine. We were sewn together, heart and soul, patched up with steel thread and leather patches."
I seriously cannot recommend this book enough. Go on a journey with Liam and Kelly, let them guide you and show you what it means to love with all your heart. And while you're at it, if you haven't read 'Possession' yet, do yourself a favor and read that book first. You need to meet Declan and Paige, their story is just as important. And I can't wait for Kieran's book! That man is such a mystery and I need to know his story.
AM, I applaud the amazingness that you are. The brilliance in which you write takes my breath away. Your words seep into my skin and make a home in my heart. Thank you for giving us these stories and these larger-than-life characters. Liam and Kelly will hold a place in my heart, they won't be forgotten. And I CAN'T WAIT for 'Poet' oh my gosh that sample was not enough though. But I'll wait patiently, maybe.
5 "Tell me your name" Stars!!!!!
Alright, *deep breath* let it out. My mind is all jumbled and my emotions are all over the place, so forgive me. This book, whoa, this book. *shakes head* I wish, man I can't even form coherent sentences right now. Just thinking about this story and the characters is bringing tears to my eyes and I can't think straight. But, as I was saying, I wish I had the perfect words, because this book deserves that and much more. AM knows how to tug at your heartstrings, and damn did she ever do that. There were times when I couldn't catch my breath and my heart was in my throat. Did I like it? Heck no! But I freakin' welcomed it because it made me feel the exact same thing that Liam and Kelly were feeling. Oh boy Liam and Kelly, my gosh these two, I mean WOW!
Ever since 'Possession' I wanted and needed to know Liam's story. Never did I expect it to be what it was. And let me tell you, it was EVERY! THING! I guarantee you will feel every emotion that Liam is feeling. You will ache and feel rage and you'll want to break things and you'll shed tears, I promise you, you will cry. Liam, Liam, Liam ugh he makes my heart flutter. I don't have enough words inside me to articulate the beauty that is Liam. The way in which he loves is masterful. I could go on and on, but I'll keep things to myself because you deserve to experience Liam in all his imperfectness.
"It was careless to want her. Her shattered edges matched mine. I’d never be able to give her the freedom she wanted."
Liam and Kelly were two characters that clawed and fought with all their might to try and change and reach towards a future they so desperately craved and wanted. Their bond was indestructible, their souls were made for each other. These two will take you on such an emotional ride, that you'll want to pullover and catch your breath a few times. Whatever you do though, don't jump off. Stick through it, Liam and Kelly are so worth it.
"My night had always needed his sun. Liam was mine. We were sewn together, heart and soul, patched up with steel thread and leather patches."
I seriously cannot recommend this book enough. Go on a journey with Liam and Kelly, let them guide you and show you what it means to love with all your heart. And while you're at it, if you haven't read 'Possession' yet, do yourself a favor and read that book first. You need to meet Declan and Paige, their story is just as important. And I can't wait for Kieran's book! That man is such a mystery and I need to know his story.
AM, I applaud the amazingness that you are. The brilliance in which you write takes my breath away. Your words seep into my skin and make a home in my heart. Thank you for giving us these stories and these larger-than-life characters. Liam and Kelly will hold a place in my heart, they won't be forgotten. And I CAN'T WAIT for 'Poet' oh my gosh that sample was not enough though. But I'll wait patiently, maybe.
dragonflyreads's review against another edition
5.0
Once again, AM Johnson pulls out all the stops. KINGDOM is so beautifully unique and surprising, it made the story utterly unputdownable.
The way Johnson weaves a fairy tale into the story is unlike anything I've read before and sets the bar as a romance for the ages. Well done!
bookbruin's review
5.0
A.M. Johnson has blown me away again with this beautifully broken second chance romance! I absolutely LOVED this book and Liam and Kelly! Just as in Possession, book 1 of the Avenues Ink series, the words transcended the page and I felt so lucky to experience this book. You don't just read this story. You feel it. You break with it. You heal with it. Although this is book 2 in the interconnected series, each book can be read as a stand alone.
Liam and Kelly were the perfect yin and yang. Sharp edges to soft curves. Day to night. Each has their own demons and baggage that have imprisoned them, whether willingly or unknowingly. They each struggle at different times to break free from their chains, but that invisible tether to each other grounds them and helps them be the person each of them strives to be. Mistakes are made and insecurities sometimes get the better of them, but it only made the push and pull between Liam and Kelly that much more emotional and intense. Yes, the angst in this book was high, but so incredibly necessary in my opinion. There were times when I was reading that I felt like I was drowning in their pain. The author has an uncanny ability to invest you in these characters and draw you in so deeply that you can't help but feel attached to them and their journey. Though there were definitely heartbreaking moments, those seeds of hope took root too and made for an incredible love story.
I loved catching up with Declan, Paige, and Kieran too! The O'Connell's may not have had a story book childhood, but their loyalty and devotion to each other is unparalleled. I'm very excited that Kieran is getting his own book, Poet, as well and can't wait to read his story! You really don't want to miss this book or series!
*I voluntarily read an advance reader copy of this book*
Liam and Kelly were the perfect yin and yang. Sharp edges to soft curves. Day to night. Each has their own demons and baggage that have imprisoned them, whether willingly or unknowingly. They each struggle at different times to break free from their chains, but that invisible tether to each other grounds them and helps them be the person each of them strives to be. Mistakes are made and insecurities sometimes get the better of them, but it only made the push and pull between Liam and Kelly that much more emotional and intense. Yes, the angst in this book was high, but so incredibly necessary in my opinion. There were times when I was reading that I felt like I was drowning in their pain. The author has an uncanny ability to invest you in these characters and draw you in so deeply that you can't help but feel attached to them and their journey. Though there were definitely heartbreaking moments, those seeds of hope took root too and made for an incredible love story.
I loved catching up with Declan, Paige, and Kieran too! The O'Connell's may not have had a story book childhood, but their loyalty and devotion to each other is unparalleled. I'm very excited that Kieran is getting his own book, Poet, as well and can't wait to read his story! You really don't want to miss this book or series!
*I voluntarily read an advance reader copy of this book*
bribookish's review
5.0
**4.5 stars
*jumps up and down* OH MY GOD. I literally cannot with Johnson's writing. I literally can't. She's one of those fairy tale type of writers I get entranced... I can just gush all day just about her writing. Seriously. SO GOOD.
That's all you need. :)
This is the sequel to Possession which follows Declan's older brother, Liam. Can be read as a standalone, but some parts about Declan's story will be revealed and will spoil Possession for you. I recommend reading the first one!
This is such a quick, fast paced book. This will pull on some heart strings and may drive you crazy if you're not into angst. But it's not too bad. ;) I swear, seriously. The only thing you need from this review is her writing. That's all I need to say. And Liam. Liam, definitely. :)
*jumps up and down* OH MY GOD. I literally cannot with Johnson's writing. I literally can't. She's one of those fairy tale type of writers I get entranced... I can just gush all day just about her writing. Seriously. SO GOOD.
That's all you need. :)
This is the sequel to Possession which follows Declan's older brother, Liam. Can be read as a standalone, but some parts about Declan's story will be revealed and will spoil Possession for you. I recommend reading the first one!
This is such a quick, fast paced book. This will pull on some heart strings and may drive you crazy if you're not into angst. But it's not too bad. ;) I swear, seriously. The only thing you need from this review is her writing. That's all I need to say. And Liam. Liam, definitely. :)