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4.2 AVERAGE
4.2 AVERAGE
This was such a great read! The writing flowed well from start to finish, and I loved Dean and Rory together. They had great chemistry, and it was there from their first meeting. Dean was a great guy, even though there were a few times I wanted to reach through my kindle and smack him upside the head. Rory was a good heroine, and I felt like she was a compliment to Dean's personality. The ending was very sweet and I enjoyed it. I loved getting updates on all the other siblings, but you don't have to read the other books to be able to enjoy this story. I can't wait to see what this author comes out with next!
I voluntarily reviewed an advanced readers copy of this book.
I voluntarily reviewed an advanced readers copy of this book.
What a great way to end this series....although a series about Rory's family, especially the brothers, would be great! Rory & Dean were definitely meant to be together. They balance each other out. I like how they were both hesitant to jump into anything serious and wanted to make sure that the other was "The One". It was nice revisiting the rest of the Dawson family! Next up Rory's family!!!
What a great way to end this series....although a series about Rory's family, especially the brothers, would be great! Rory & Dean were definitely meant to be together. They balance each other out. I like how they were both hesitant to jump into anything serious and wanted to make sure that the other was "The One". It was nice revisiting the rest of the Dawson family! Next up Rory's family!!!
Overall Grade: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 1/2
I have been “all in” with the Dawson Family since Side Hustle, the third book of Emily Goodwin’s Dawson Family series. I think it has to do with the fact that there seems to something for everyone here: enemies-to-lovers, brother’s best friend, second chance, etc. For each family member of the Dawson family, there is a guaranteed story that will melt your heart, pull at your heartstrings, and leave you on a happy ending.
Emily Goodwin’s newest book (and I believe the last one) in this series, Rock Bottom, is no different. In her acknowledgments, Goodwin noted that she almost didn’t write Dean’s story. Thankfully, her readers influenced her decision to write a story that would give us a little bit of each family member. Thank goodness, she did because Dean and Rory’s story is, by far, my favorite Dawson story.
Rock Bottom asks some important questions: what do you do when your dreams are over? How much effort should you put into your relationships? Is there something more than you ever imagined? Can a one-night stand become a relationship? In the world of romance, these seem like your standard fodder, and Rory and Dean’s story does a good job of answering those questions.
From the first book of this series, it’s clear that the Dawson Family isn’t a fan of Dean’s wife, Kara. The Dawsons are a close-knit family with weekly dinners. Everyone is involved in everyone else’s business. What happens, though, when your wife cannot connect with your family? How much effort should you put into a marriage that seems to be crumbling? Once Dean decides the answer to this, he is met with a devastating situation. Months later, Dean has given up on relationships, sinking himself into one-night stands. Unfortunately, Dean isn’t the type of guy who can one-night stand for the rest of his life. He is a relationship guy. However, it’s easier for him, so he lives a lie. Enter Rory. After a lost job, break up with her boyfriend, and need for a change, Rory leaves the city of her birth for a new start in Dean’s town. They meet at a bar and decide on one night together. Yet, they connect instantly, and neither of them can stay away from each other for long. As they struggle with their attraction and growing feelings, both of them must decide if the risk of a future is worth potential heartbreak.
One of the reasons Dean’s story is my favorite is its cohesion. In the other Dawson family books, there were moments when the story struggled along. With Dean and Rory, Goodwin crafts this seamless romance that builds as the pages turn. At no point, did I want to stop reading it, instead gobbling her words on the page. Goodwin’s ability to bring her hero and heroine together and pull them apart fluidly grows the story as the story progresses.
Their chemistry is clear from the start. It’s apparent that there is an ease to this coupling. It’s that ease that Dean fights initially while Rory complicates it with an assumed alias. I thought Dean overreacted when Rory’s real identity is revealed. Yet, Goodwin recognizes Dean’s overreaction through the words of his siblings and best friends. Therefore, Dean doesn’t hold it against Rory for long, which allows their chemistry to build instead of peter out.
As Dean and Rory grow closer, Goodwin easily constructs their relationship. When complications arise, thankfully, Goodwin doesn’t allow it to drag on for chapters. Instead, the Dawsons do what they do best: hold each other accountable and push each other to rectify the situation. I think this is the other reason I loved their Dean and Rory’s story the best. Their struggle manifested in the growth of their individual characters, but it didn’t hinder the growth of their relationship for too long.
Lastly, their happy ending is one of the sweetest. For much of the book, Dean’s walls remain intact, so it’s difficult to see the sweet man behind them. As Rory breaks them down, we see more than the broken man who uses sarcasm, $ex, and snark to protect his heart. When the walls fall, Goodwin gifts us with a sweet, compassionate man who adores and falls madly in love with Rory. Their epilogue is one of my favorites as it offers a simplistic, but deep abiding love between the two.
From its start, I couldn’t put Rock Bottom down. I am so thankful that Emily Goodwin listened to her readers and created a story of finding love after devastation. Thankfully, Dean found his true happy ending in Rory because Kara was never right for him or the Dawson Family. If you are a fan of heroes made whole through the love of a heroine, then you will love Dean and Rory in Emily Goodwin’s Rock Bottom.
I have been “all in” with the Dawson Family since Side Hustle, the third book of Emily Goodwin’s Dawson Family series. I think it has to do with the fact that there seems to something for everyone here: enemies-to-lovers, brother’s best friend, second chance, etc. For each family member of the Dawson family, there is a guaranteed story that will melt your heart, pull at your heartstrings, and leave you on a happy ending.
Emily Goodwin’s newest book (and I believe the last one) in this series, Rock Bottom, is no different. In her acknowledgments, Goodwin noted that she almost didn’t write Dean’s story. Thankfully, her readers influenced her decision to write a story that would give us a little bit of each family member. Thank goodness, she did because Dean and Rory’s story is, by far, my favorite Dawson story.
Rock Bottom asks some important questions: what do you do when your dreams are over? How much effort should you put into your relationships? Is there something more than you ever imagined? Can a one-night stand become a relationship? In the world of romance, these seem like your standard fodder, and Rory and Dean’s story does a good job of answering those questions.
From the first book of this series, it’s clear that the Dawson Family isn’t a fan of Dean’s wife, Kara. The Dawsons are a close-knit family with weekly dinners. Everyone is involved in everyone else’s business. What happens, though, when your wife cannot connect with your family? How much effort should you put into a marriage that seems to be crumbling? Once Dean decides the answer to this, he is met with a devastating situation. Months later, Dean has given up on relationships, sinking himself into one-night stands. Unfortunately, Dean isn’t the type of guy who can one-night stand for the rest of his life. He is a relationship guy. However, it’s easier for him, so he lives a lie. Enter Rory. After a lost job, break up with her boyfriend, and need for a change, Rory leaves the city of her birth for a new start in Dean’s town. They meet at a bar and decide on one night together. Yet, they connect instantly, and neither of them can stay away from each other for long. As they struggle with their attraction and growing feelings, both of them must decide if the risk of a future is worth potential heartbreak.
One of the reasons Dean’s story is my favorite is its cohesion. In the other Dawson family books, there were moments when the story struggled along. With Dean and Rory, Goodwin crafts this seamless romance that builds as the pages turn. At no point, did I want to stop reading it, instead gobbling her words on the page. Goodwin’s ability to bring her hero and heroine together and pull them apart fluidly grows the story as the story progresses.
Their chemistry is clear from the start. It’s apparent that there is an ease to this coupling. It’s that ease that Dean fights initially while Rory complicates it with an assumed alias. I thought Dean overreacted when Rory’s real identity is revealed. Yet, Goodwin recognizes Dean’s overreaction through the words of his siblings and best friends. Therefore, Dean doesn’t hold it against Rory for long, which allows their chemistry to build instead of peter out.
As Dean and Rory grow closer, Goodwin easily constructs their relationship. When complications arise, thankfully, Goodwin doesn’t allow it to drag on for chapters. Instead, the Dawsons do what they do best: hold each other accountable and push each other to rectify the situation. I think this is the other reason I loved their Dean and Rory’s story the best. Their struggle manifested in the growth of their individual characters, but it didn’t hinder the growth of their relationship for too long.
Lastly, their happy ending is one of the sweetest. For much of the book, Dean’s walls remain intact, so it’s difficult to see the sweet man behind them. As Rory breaks them down, we see more than the broken man who uses sarcasm, $ex, and snark to protect his heart. When the walls fall, Goodwin gifts us with a sweet, compassionate man who adores and falls madly in love with Rory. Their epilogue is one of my favorites as it offers a simplistic, but deep abiding love between the two.
From its start, I couldn’t put Rock Bottom down. I am so thankful that Emily Goodwin listened to her readers and created a story of finding love after devastation. Thankfully, Dean found his true happy ending in Rory because Kara was never right for him or the Dawson Family. If you are a fan of heroes made whole through the love of a heroine, then you will love Dean and Rory in Emily Goodwin’s Rock Bottom.
These characters stole me right from the start. I devoured this story. Very well written
Emily didn't disappoint. I know so many people who wanted Dean's book from the beginning. I was one of them. I'm so glad Dean got his happily ever after!
Finally Dean Dawson gets a happily ever after and it could not have been better. For those of you who have been reading the series, this book did not disappoint, for readers picking up this book as a stand-alone welcome to the Dawson family. This book was funny, witty, and so electric. I’ve been waiting since the beginning of the series for Dean to get his HEA and was totally upset when I heard this book might never happen. I love Rory and a Dean together they fit like two puzzle pieces. Such a great book.
Dean Dawson! When he was first introduced, he was in a relationship and married to Kara. Well along with most of the Dawson family I was not on team Kara. Dean deserved better, he deserved more and Kara just wasn’t his person. Rock Bottom is worth the wait.
Rory is a nurse with a string of bad luck that eventually leads her to Eastwood and into the Dawson clan. I loved Rory, mostly because I could relate to her. She is quirky, she is nerdy and she isn’t afraid to admit it. She hasn’t had the best luck when it comes to relationships, she knows what she wants when it comes to them and she isn’t going to settle for anything less than that. Dean is been enjoying his bachelor lifestyle. Not looking for anything serious after his marriage. He just isn’t ready for more with anyone.
Rory and Dean have an instant connection, they both know what they have is something more than a one-night stand. However, they are both on different pages when it comes to what they want with a relationship. I loved the chemistry these two had.
Of course, there are plenty of scenes with the whole Dawson family, which I LOVED. Plus, group texts between them had me laughing out loud. I love this family. Rory’s family is just as awesome. She has three brothers who give those Dawson men a run for their money. (I’m secretly hoping that they get books in the future) Rory instantly connected with Quinn, especially since they have so much in common, and the rest of the family.
I loved every single book in this series and every single member of the Dawson family. Rock Bottom and the entire series are MUST READS!
Rory is a nurse with a string of bad luck that eventually leads her to Eastwood and into the Dawson clan. I loved Rory, mostly because I could relate to her. She is quirky, she is nerdy and she isn’t afraid to admit it. She hasn’t had the best luck when it comes to relationships, she knows what she wants when it comes to them and she isn’t going to settle for anything less than that. Dean is been enjoying his bachelor lifestyle. Not looking for anything serious after his marriage. He just isn’t ready for more with anyone.
Rory and Dean have an instant connection, they both know what they have is something more than a one-night stand. However, they are both on different pages when it comes to what they want with a relationship. I loved the chemistry these two had.
Of course, there are plenty of scenes with the whole Dawson family, which I LOVED. Plus, group texts between them had me laughing out loud. I love this family. Rory’s family is just as awesome. She has three brothers who give those Dawson men a run for their money. (I’m secretly hoping that they get books in the future) Rory instantly connected with Quinn, especially since they have so much in common, and the rest of the family.
I loved every single book in this series and every single member of the Dawson family. Rock Bottom and the entire series are MUST READS!
Rock Bottom had me smiling so big and left me in such a feel good mood. The Dawson family is one of my favorite fictional families and the fact that Dean got his own book had me jumping for joy. I needed better for him and he most definitely deserved happiness.
Throughout every book in this series we got glimpses of Dean and his relationship. But we also got the crumbling of said relationship. Dean’s attitude changes and he starts becoming a different person, one who doesn’t believe in relationships and especially one who doesn’t believe in love anymore.
Rory has seen better days. She’s recently become jobless, boyfriend-less and penniless. An opportunity arises and she leaves the only town she’s ever called home. She hopes this new change in her life will be exactly what she needs. I loved Rory’s quirkiness and confidence. She was such a breath of fresh air. And she’s just who Dean needs in his life.
Rory and Dean were so good together. Both not dwelling on their misfortune, but both are trying to prevent past mistakes. I loved watching them get to know each other and build a relationship. Their chemistry was electrifying and their attraction was undeniable. I especially loved seeing Dean’s walls come down and him realizing his true feelings for Rory. I loved these two and couldn’t get enough.
Rock Bottom was another great addition to the Dawson Family series. I loved getting more of the other Dawson siblings and what they’ve been up to. I’m going to miss this family and hoping that somewhere down the line we’ll get a glimpse into their lives and see where they’re at.
*I voluntarily read and reviewed an ARC of this book*
Throughout every book in this series we got glimpses of Dean and his relationship. But we also got the crumbling of said relationship. Dean’s attitude changes and he starts becoming a different person, one who doesn’t believe in relationships and especially one who doesn’t believe in love anymore.
Rory has seen better days. She’s recently become jobless, boyfriend-less and penniless. An opportunity arises and she leaves the only town she’s ever called home. She hopes this new change in her life will be exactly what she needs. I loved Rory’s quirkiness and confidence. She was such a breath of fresh air. And she’s just who Dean needs in his life.
Rory and Dean were so good together. Both not dwelling on their misfortune, but both are trying to prevent past mistakes. I loved watching them get to know each other and build a relationship. Their chemistry was electrifying and their attraction was undeniable. I especially loved seeing Dean’s walls come down and him realizing his true feelings for Rory. I loved these two and couldn’t get enough.
Rock Bottom was another great addition to the Dawson Family series. I loved getting more of the other Dawson siblings and what they’ve been up to. I’m going to miss this family and hoping that somewhere down the line we’ll get a glimpse into their lives and see where they’re at.
*I voluntarily read and reviewed an ARC of this book*
