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A review by bookbruin
Poet by A.M. Johnson
5.0
After meeting Kieran in Possession, I knew that the youngest O'Connell had a story to tell. I just didn't expect the words to sing to me the way that they did. Like the previous 2 books in the interconnected standalone Avenues Ink series, Poet was an emotional and moving experience. Though it can be read as a standalone, it would be best enjoyed after reading Possession and Kingdom since characters in previous books appear throughout the series.
There could not have been a more fitting title for this book. These words wrapped around my heart so tightly that at times I felt I would burst.
The book is certainly not all rainbows and unicorns and there are some very heavy, painful truths. Mistakes are made, and though my heart broke, I appreciated the fact that all the drama and angst was realistic and centered on Kieran and Mel's own insecurities and fears.
Catching up with the rest of the O'Connell clan was amazingly wonderful (I will always have a special place in my heart for Declan) and the epilogue solidifies Kieran O'Connell's place in the book boyfriend hall of fame. I cannot recommend this book and series enough!
*I voluntarily read an advance reader copy of this book*
There could not have been a more fitting title for this book. These words wrapped around my heart so tightly that at times I felt I would burst.
She is the light and I am the shadow that chases her dawn.Kieran and Melissa's story was so heartbreakingly brilliant in it's honesty and candor. Mel's shame and guilt were almost palpable characters in this story. The demons of her past and the consequences of her decisions were so haunting. We watch her struggle to not only keep her head above water, but also to live and feel worthy of love. I found it refreshing that it was the heroine who was the more broken and dark of the pair. So often the hero swoops in and saves the heroine, but this time they saved each other. Their initial meeting had my heart rate spiking and their official introduction had me swooning and grinning like a fool. I loved their playful banter and that try as they might, they never stood a chance at not falling in love.
The book is certainly not all rainbows and unicorns and there are some very heavy, painful truths. Mistakes are made, and though my heart broke, I appreciated the fact that all the drama and angst was realistic and centered on Kieran and Mel's own insecurities and fears.
By impulse everything was lost,This is such a powerful story of acceptance and forgiveness. AM Johnson's words are so poignant and thoughtful that they will strip you bare. And right when you think that your heart can't take any more, her words will lift and heal you.
and I can't find my way... home to you.
Catching up with the rest of the O'Connell clan was amazingly wonderful (I will always have a special place in my heart for Declan) and the epilogue solidifies Kieran O'Connell's place in the book boyfriend hall of fame. I cannot recommend this book and series enough!
*I voluntarily read an advance reader copy of this book*