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Full Tilt
I would love you forever, if I only had the chance...
Kacey Dawson has always lived life on the edge--impulsively, sometimes recklessly. And now, as lead guitarist for a hot up-and-coming band, she is poised at the brink of fame and fortune. But she is torn between wanting to be a serious musician, and the demons that lure her down the glittering, but alcohol-soaked path of rock stardom. A wrecked concert in Las Vegas threatens to ruin her career entirely. She wakes up with the hangover from hell and no memory of the night before, or how she ended up on her limo driver’s couch...
Jonah Fletcher is running out of time. He knows his situation is hopeless, and he's vowed to make the most of the handful of months he has left to him. His plans include seeing the opening of his glass installation at a prestigious art gallery…they do not include falling in love with a wild, tempestuous rock musician who wound up passed out on his couch.
Jonah sees that Kacey is on a path to self-destruction. He lets her crash with him for a few days to dry out and get her head on straight. But neither of them expected the deep connection they felt, or how that connection could grow so fast from friendship into something more. Something deep and pure and life-changing…something as fragile as glass, that they both know will shatter in the end no matter how hard they try to hold on to it.
Full Tilt is a story about what it means to love with your whole heart, to sacrifice, to experience terrible grief and soaring joy. To live life with all its beauty, and all its pain, and in the end to be able to smile through tears and know you wouldn’t have changed a thing.
Kacey Dawson has always lived life on the edge--impulsively, sometimes recklessly. And now, as lead guitarist for a hot up-and-coming band, she is poised at the brink of fame and fortune. But she is torn between wanting to be a serious musician, and the demons that lure her down the glittering, but alcohol-soaked path of rock stardom. A wrecked concert in Las Vegas threatens to ruin her career entirely. She wakes up with the hangover from hell and no memory of the night before, or how she ended up on her limo driver’s couch...
Jonah Fletcher is running out of time. He knows his situation is hopeless, and he's vowed to make the most of the handful of months he has left to him. His plans include seeing the opening of his glass installation at a prestigious art gallery…they do not include falling in love with a wild, tempestuous rock musician who wound up passed out on his couch.
Jonah sees that Kacey is on a path to self-destruction. He lets her crash with him for a few days to dry out and get her head on straight. But neither of them expected the deep connection they felt, or how that connection could grow so fast from friendship into something more. Something deep and pure and life-changing…something as fragile as glass, that they both know will shatter in the end no matter how hard they try to hold on to it.
Full Tilt is a story about what it means to love with your whole heart, to sacrifice, to experience terrible grief and soaring joy. To live life with all its beauty, and all its pain, and in the end to be able to smile through tears and know you wouldn’t have changed a thing.
292 pages, Kindle Edition
First published June 28, 2016
About the author
Emma Scott
36 books8,278 followersEmma Scott is a USA Today and Wall St. Journal bestselling author whose books have been translated in seven languages and featured in Buzzfeed, Huffington Post, New York Daily News and USA Today’s Happy Ever After. Her first MM romance, Someday, Someday won the Utopia Con Award for LGBTQ Book of the Year. Emma writes emotional, character-driven romances in which art and love intertwine to heal, and in which love always wins. If you enjoy emotionally-charged stories that rip your heart out and put it back together again, with diverse characters and heroes who treat their heroines like gold, you will enjoy her novels.
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January 24, 2023
all the stars for my mans jonah ✩⋆
you know what? this was my own damn fault. i wanted to read something that'll give me pain because ✨masochism✨ so alas here i am once again in this depressing void of pain.
so i decided to finally read this duet, not knowing anything but also knowing that almost everyone cried like a baby so i was like aight bet. sign me the F UP. ha ha ha i'm made of steel i ain't a wuss pfft i don't cry
... but then- BUT THEN fucking asdflkjglsdjl AAAHHHHH what. the. actual. fuck. ms. emma scott girl-
『 p l o t 』↠ Kacey Dawson (h) is a part of a famous band, though, she never liked any of the ~ benefits ~ that fame acquires, doesn't mean she does not partake on the toxic environment to forget her neglectful parents. when she meets her limo driver, Jonah Fletcher (H). they form a friendship where they both realize that there is more to life and universe. Jonah helped Kacey realize that she should fulfill her dreams while Kacey helped Jonah realize that he never felt true love until he met her (GODDAMIT REMINISCING ALL THIS IS PAINFUL).
liiiiisten. i knew this was gonna give me pain but i didn't know it was THAT kind of pain ya know? it's been like- 3+ weeks since i've read this because i've been putting off writing this review mainly because i tear up all the damn time remembering the end. but i swear im powering through.
ok so i read this randomly because y'all seemed to love it so i was like eh ok i feel like crying again why tf not. so then i thought it was gonna be the type of crying where everything goes to shit but then at the very end, there's a miracle and BOOM happily ever after. the end.
but then i got to thinking and used my deductive skills...
why was everyone crying when they read this?
why is there a second book?
but if what im thinking is gonna happen, why the high rating?
why?
whyyy??
WHYYYYYYY????
and you know what, at this point i was in denial. it ain't happening. not on my watch.
99.9% of romance novels end with a happily ever after so I HAD HOPE!!! was i warned in the beginning and did the main character say that it was going to happen? uh yeah but I. Had. Hope.
us romance readers expect books to have happily ever after ending so i had hope the entire time that miraculously something good will happen... BUT-
what the f%*ck is this $h#t why they gotta
wtf. i mean seriously. what THE fu-
i really should have read the reviews first but my dumbass went into this blindly - which i never should have done - and now i don’t ever wanna fall in love. you heard that right besties. I DON’T EVER WANNA FALL IN LOVE - and this i coming from a hopeless romantic *sigh*
you know what? this was my own damn fault. i wanted to read something that'll give me pain because ✨masochism✨ so alas here i am once again in this depressing void of pain.
so i decided to finally read this duet, not knowing anything but also knowing that almost everyone cried like a baby so i was like aight bet. sign me the F UP. ha ha ha i'm made of steel i ain't a wuss pfft i don't cry
... but then- BUT THEN fucking asdflkjglsdjl AAAHHHHH what. the. actual. fuck. ms. emma scott girl-
『 p l o t 』↠ Kacey Dawson (h) is a part of a famous band, though, she never liked any of the ~ benefits ~ that fame acquires, doesn't mean she does not partake on the toxic environment to forget her neglectful parents. when she meets her limo driver, Jonah Fletcher (H). they form a friendship where they both realize that there is more to life and universe. Jonah helped Kacey realize that she should fulfill her dreams while Kacey helped Jonah realize that he never felt true love until he met her (GODDAMIT REMINISCING ALL THIS IS PAINFUL).
liiiiisten. i knew this was gonna give me pain but i didn't know it was THAT kind of pain ya know? it's been like- 3+ weeks since i've read this because i've been putting off writing this review mainly because i tear up all the damn time remembering the end. but i swear im powering through.
ok so i read this randomly because y'all seemed to love it so i was like eh ok i feel like crying again why tf not. so then i thought it was gonna be the type of crying where everything goes to shit but then at the very end, there's a miracle and BOOM happily ever after. the end.
but then i got to thinking and used my deductive skills...
why was everyone crying when they read this?
why is there a second book?
but if what im thinking is gonna happen, why the high rating?
why?
whyyy??
WHYYYYYYY????
and you know what, at this point i was in denial. it ain't happening. not on my watch.
99.9% of romance novels end with a happily ever after so I HAD HOPE!!! was i warned in the beginning and did the main character say that it was going to happen? uh yeah but I. Had. Hope.
us romance readers expect books to have happily ever after ending so i had hope the entire time that miraculously something good will happen... BUT-
what the f%*ck is this $h#t why they gotta
wtf. i mean seriously. what THE fu-
i really should have read the reviews first but my dumbass went into this blindly - which i never should have done - and now i don’t ever wanna fall in love. you heard that right besties. I DON’T EVER WANNA FALL IN LOVE - and this i coming from a hopeless romantic *sigh*
June 22, 2016
5 beautiful stars!
Full Tilt is one of those stories that I know will stay on my mind for many days to come. It’s a story that touched my heart and one I won’t ever forget. When I heard about this book, I couldn’t wait to read it. I love this authors words and every book she’s written that I’ve read has been a total win for me. I wanted to jump in straight away when it hit my kindle. I knew it would be an emotional read and I decided to go in blind. I didn’t read the blurb, I had no idea what it was about, I just read it. Jonah and Kasey’s story left it’s mark on me. I felt so much and it made me think, feel and want to live life to the absolute fullest. There is no better way a book can impact you than that.
Jonah is an artist who works with glass. He’s a part-time limo driver, a son and a brother. He is working towards a goal and has a schedule he keeps. He rarely lets anything interrupt that schedule. Then he meets Kacey Dawson. Kacey is in a rock band and Jonah happens to be her limo driver/hero one night. Jonah is genuinely a good person and a hero you will fall for. Kacey recognizes it right away.
Jonah and Kacey spend time together and Kacey notices changes she’s making in herself. She wants to be a better person with Jonah around. A different person. Kacey is breathing life into Jonah. She’s giving him so much more than he bargained for. Jonah’s never been in love, never thought that was a possibility at this stage in his life, but she’s slowly but surely changing that for him.
This story broke me in the best way possible. I loved the growth and changes the characters made. I felt so much love for both of these main characters. Jonah and Kacey were both so fantastic. And Jonah’s brother, Theo was a great side character. There was something about how this story played out that made me love it that much more. This is one book where I feel like both characters got exactly what they needed from the other. It may not be the most conventional way for it to happen, but it happened and it was beautiful.
This is the third book I’ve read by this Scott, and it’s only solidified the fact that she is an auto-buy author for me. I will read anything this woman writes. Her words are moving, beautiful and lyrical and her stories are always so captivating and unique. I think she’s so brave for writing a story like this. It couldn’t have been an easy book to write, and there were times it wasn’t an easy book to read, but it was worth it.
This review isn’t as long and in-depth as I want it to be. I have SO MANY FEELINGS and I want to get them all out, express them and my thoughts, but I feel like it would be such a disservice to other readers. There is no way to review it the way I want without spoiling some things and I think this book will have much more of an impact on you if you read it without any kind of spoilers. So I’ll leave it as is.
This book makes me want to make sure each and every one of my days count. It makes me want to love the ones I love just a little bit harder. It made me cry, made me laugh, made me smile and made my heart soar. Emotional, outstanding, enthralling, heartbreaking and uplifting, Full Tilt is a 5 star favorite of mine you don’t want to miss out on!!!
Full Tilt is one of those stories that I know will stay on my mind for many days to come. It’s a story that touched my heart and one I won’t ever forget. When I heard about this book, I couldn’t wait to read it. I love this authors words and every book she’s written that I’ve read has been a total win for me. I wanted to jump in straight away when it hit my kindle. I knew it would be an emotional read and I decided to go in blind. I didn’t read the blurb, I had no idea what it was about, I just read it. Jonah and Kasey’s story left it’s mark on me. I felt so much and it made me think, feel and want to live life to the absolute fullest. There is no better way a book can impact you than that.
Jonah is an artist who works with glass. He’s a part-time limo driver, a son and a brother. He is working towards a goal and has a schedule he keeps. He rarely lets anything interrupt that schedule. Then he meets Kacey Dawson. Kacey is in a rock band and Jonah happens to be her limo driver/hero one night. Jonah is genuinely a good person and a hero you will fall for. Kacey recognizes it right away.
“Thanks for being a good guy, Jonah. There’s a shortage in the world.”
Jonah and Kacey spend time together and Kacey notices changes she’s making in herself. She wants to be a better person with Jonah around. A different person. Kacey is breathing life into Jonah. She’s giving him so much more than he bargained for. Jonah’s never been in love, never thought that was a possibility at this stage in his life, but she’s slowly but surely changing that for him.
“I would love you forever, if I only had the chance…”
This story broke me in the best way possible. I loved the growth and changes the characters made. I felt so much love for both of these main characters. Jonah and Kacey were both so fantastic. And Jonah’s brother, Theo was a great side character. There was something about how this story played out that made me love it that much more. This is one book where I feel like both characters got exactly what they needed from the other. It may not be the most conventional way for it to happen, but it happened and it was beautiful.
This is the third book I’ve read by this Scott, and it’s only solidified the fact that she is an auto-buy author for me. I will read anything this woman writes. Her words are moving, beautiful and lyrical and her stories are always so captivating and unique. I think she’s so brave for writing a story like this. It couldn’t have been an easy book to write, and there were times it wasn’t an easy book to read, but it was worth it.
This review isn’t as long and in-depth as I want it to be. I have SO MANY FEELINGS and I want to get them all out, express them and my thoughts, but I feel like it would be such a disservice to other readers. There is no way to review it the way I want without spoiling some things and I think this book will have much more of an impact on you if you read it without any kind of spoilers. So I’ll leave it as is.
This book makes me want to make sure each and every one of my days count. It makes me want to love the ones I love just a little bit harder. It made me cry, made me laugh, made me smile and made my heart soar. Emotional, outstanding, enthralling, heartbreaking and uplifting, Full Tilt is a 5 star favorite of mine you don’t want to miss out on!!!
January 18, 2022
✎ 1st read May 2019: 5 stars
✎ 2nd read Sep 2019: 5+ stars
✎ 3rd read Nov 2019: 5++ stars
✎ 4th read Jan 2021: ∞ stars
✎ 5th read Jan 2022: all the stars in the universe
No, I'm obviously not okay in the head for re-reading this book so many times knowing how it ends. Thanks for asking. 🤡
There is only so many times I can shout from the roof how much I love this book, how much I love Kacey & Jonah, so I'm just going to leave this update with some recs when you feel like stabbing your heart with a knife.
Similar book recs:
⁀➷ Time Stamps
⁀➷ A Thousand Boy Kisses
⁀➷ Bright Side
⁀➷ Underneath the Sycamore Tree
⁀➷ Elude
therapist: what do we do when we are sad?
me: re-read Full Tilt
therapist: no
once I open the book with Jonah's note, it's over.
reread 4rd time (January 2021): I've been seeing this book too much the last couple of days, therefore I really needed to relive all the pain. <3
starting this year with a very stable mind and dehydrated. <3
reread 3rd time (November 2019): My initial goal was it to reread Full Tilt so many times until I don't have any tears left to cry and the pain would lessen, but I realised quickly that Jonah is very special to me and not crying about his fate meant to be indifferent and this will NEVER happen. Jonah means the world to me, therefore I will always shed tears. But I have to say I managed to not cry until the last 10 chapters, after that I was a mess. Kacey beautifully summed up my feelings: "I had known Jonah Fletcher. I had been loved by him, and it was a privilege I would carry with me for the rest of my life." Even though I feel dehydrated after reading Full Tilt, I will always be thankful to Emma Scott for giving me such a dear character and story.
Update: my goal is to reread this book so many times until it doesnt hurt anymore
reread 2nd time (September 2019): still bawled my eyes out from start til end. So no progression but I have hope or maybe I'm just a masochist. Anyways, I love you Jonah Fletcher to the universe and back!
5 -"I feel devastated, heartbroken and crushed" - Stars
I KNEW from the blurb it was coming. I KNEW IT! You just know from the beginning that this book will not have a happy end (besides book 2 is about Kacey and Theo and not Kacey and Jonah so it's more than obvious). It still didn't change the fact that I was bawling my eyes out from the beginning til the end. I don't think I can write a decent review cause I start tearing up when I think about it. I take full responsibility, knowing what this book is about I still read it. IT. WRECKED. ME. Be prepared.
Jonah is probably one of the sweetest Hero I have read about! He is good, kind and selfless. I was hurting for him throughout the whole book and wanted to protect him from all the bad in the world. Jonah Fletcher, Kacey and I will always love and remember you. Speaking of Kacey: she's such a sweetheart as well. She's going through some tough stuff with her parents and her band, but got through it with Jonah by her side. I loved how strong she is, she was always by Jonah side every step of the way no matter how much it was hurting her. Kacey & Jonah were beautiful together. Every moment between them was more bittersweet than the next one.
Theo, Jonah's little brother plays an important role in this book, but knowing what book 2 is about it's making sense. I didn't know what I should think about him. He was broody, moody and cold most of the time, so the complete opposite of Jonah (is anyone surprise, I'm not), but he cares so much about Jonah. So so so so much that I was hurting for him too. Theo is super protective of Jonah, always calling and texting him every day. I wasn't sure who's the big brother, because Theo is like a lion watching over Jonah like a mother. Knowing Jonah left the world with all these people by his side who loved him so much makes the end a little more bearable.
Now I have to read the next part but it's going to be so hard and painful. Why do I keep doing this to myself? It's like I'm drawn to pain. Elude, When It Rains and now Full Tilt is the best examples. So if you read one of the two books and loved it, then you should read Full tilt!
✎ 2nd read Sep 2019: 5+ stars
✎ 3rd read Nov 2019: 5++ stars
✎ 4th read Jan 2021: ∞ stars
✎ 5th read Jan 2022: all the stars in the universe
No, I'm obviously not okay in the head for re-reading this book so many times knowing how it ends. Thanks for asking. 🤡
There is only so many times I can shout from the roof how much I love this book, how much I love Kacey & Jonah, so I'm just going to leave this update with some recs when you feel like stabbing your heart with a knife.
Similar book recs:
⁀➷ Time Stamps
⁀➷ A Thousand Boy Kisses
⁀➷ Bright Side
⁀➷ Underneath the Sycamore Tree
⁀➷ Elude
therapist: what do we do when we are sad?
me: re-read Full Tilt
therapist: no
once I open the book with Jonah's note, it's over.
reread 4rd time (January 2021): I've been seeing this book too much the last couple of days, therefore I really needed to relive all the pain. <3
starting this year with a very stable mind and dehydrated. <3
reread 3rd time (November 2019): My initial goal was it to reread Full Tilt so many times until I don't have any tears left to cry and the pain would lessen, but I realised quickly that Jonah is very special to me and not crying about his fate meant to be indifferent and this will NEVER happen. Jonah means the world to me, therefore I will always shed tears. But I have to say I managed to not cry until the last 10 chapters, after that I was a mess. Kacey beautifully summed up my feelings: "I had known Jonah Fletcher. I had been loved by him, and it was a privilege I would carry with me for the rest of my life." Even though I feel dehydrated after reading Full Tilt, I will always be thankful to Emma Scott for giving me such a dear character and story.
Update: my goal is to reread this book so many times until it doesnt hurt anymore
reread 2nd time (September 2019): still bawled my eyes out from start til end. So no progression but I have hope or maybe I'm just a masochist. Anyways, I love you Jonah Fletcher to the universe and back!
5 -"I feel devastated, heartbroken and crushed" - Stars
"We do not remember days, remember moments." - Cesare Pavese
I KNEW from the blurb it was coming. I KNEW IT! You just know from the beginning that this book will not have a happy end (besides book 2 is about Kacey and Theo and not Kacey and Jonah so it's more than obvious). It still didn't change the fact that I was bawling my eyes out from the beginning til the end. I don't think I can write a decent review cause I start tearing up when I think about it. I take full responsibility, knowing what this book is about I still read it. IT. WRECKED. ME. Be prepared.
"You are not a drop in the ocean. You are the entire ocean in a drop."
Jonah is probably one of the sweetest Hero I have read about! He is good, kind and selfless. I was hurting for him throughout the whole book and wanted to protect him from all the bad in the world. Jonah Fletcher, Kacey and I will always love and remember you. Speaking of Kacey: she's such a sweetheart as well. She's going through some tough stuff with her parents and her band, but got through it with Jonah by her side. I loved how strong she is, she was always by Jonah side every step of the way no matter how much it was hurting her. Kacey & Jonah were beautiful together. Every moment between them was more bittersweet than the next one.
"We might not have months or years, but we have moments. Thousands upon thousands of them. Let's take each moment, seize it and wring it dry. Okay?"
Theo, Jonah's little brother plays an important role in this book, but knowing what book 2 is about it's making sense. I didn't know what I should think about him. He was broody, moody and cold most of the time, so the complete opposite of Jonah (is anyone surprise, I'm not), but he cares so much about Jonah. So so so so much that I was hurting for him too. Theo is super protective of Jonah, always calling and texting him every day. I wasn't sure who's the big brother, because Theo is like a lion watching over Jonah like a mother. Knowing Jonah left the world with all these people by his side who loved him so much makes the end a little more bearable.
"You can find beauty everywhere, even in the things that scare you the most."
Now I have to read the next part but it's going to be so hard and painful. Why do I keep doing this to myself? It's like I'm drawn to pain. Elude, When It Rains and now Full Tilt is the best examples. So if you read one of the two books and loved it, then you should read Full tilt!
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June 17, 2018
Now now, I don't condone violence of any kind but you Ms. Scott are in trouble and methinks you need a serious lesson on how not to do the stuff that you do...*Earrings are off, shoes next; bangles off; weave tied off my face....*
Okay. Listen up. Here goes.
What? Why? *wailing* Why? Seriously? That's how you gonna do us? Scoop our hearts with a shovel only to plop it all back in with a spoon? Na han...you do not get off that easy boo. You shoulda published Full Tilt 2 when you got feedback that our hearts were freaking breaking; you shoulda had your finger on that publish button the moment you heard our ugly crying.... Seriously? October? You better not be joking or you and I are gonna have words. You feel me? Yep yep. I have your email and website addy, and I am not afraid to use them. No siree.
O dear, *earrings, shoes, bangles back on * do you think I've lost my mind? Did I go overboard? It's just..you know...so unfair *sob* that she can write this beautifully poignant book and just expects us to be okay? Ima need some therapy or stuff.... okay? Give me a minute.
June 28, 2016
::: FULL REVIEW NOW POSTED :::
WOW!! I read this book start to finish without stopping and I was hugging my book with tears in my eyes by the end. This is one of those stories that reminds you to be grateful for every moment of life. The writing was captivating, the romance was heart-breaking yet achingly beautiful, and I absolutely LOVED Kacey and Jonah's story! It's an unconventional romance that delivers such a raw, emotionally intense impact on its readers that you'll be thinking about it long after you finish reading. A top recommendation and highly recommended for fans of Me Before You.
This is my third time reading an Emma Scott book and just like each time before, I loved every word of the story. Her writing flows effortlessly and quickly draws you into the story and before you know it, you care about her characters with all your heart. It's everything I could ever want from a book. A truly perfect reading experience.
As mentioned in the blurb above, Kacey is a rock star musician whose band is on the brink of internationally famous stardom. But with fame comes an uglier side that spirals her downward away from the music that she was passionate about. Jonah is working as a limo driver tasked with driving her band and they meet when he's commissioned to take her home one night after a wild party that goes too far. But she's passed out drunk in his car and no one is answering her door so he does the only thing he can think of to keep her safe for the night... and takes her home.
His life is hanging precariously in the balance. With only a finite number of months left to live, everything he does is carefully structured in an effort to give him the most amount of time possible. He's surrounded by friends and family and is passionately devoted to finishing his art installation -- a legacy he wants to leave in the world.
But this wild, lost girl throws his structured life out of orbit. Given his heart condition, he's wary of letting anyone get too close to him -- he wants to save them from the pain of losing him and focus all his effort on creating his art and spending time with loved ones -- but as they grow closer each day, neither one can resist the pull they feel.
It was heart-wrenching to see these two people who, in another life, would have so easily fallen into a passionately long-lasting relationship trying to hold back their feelings even though they were almost brimming over. You could just feel that they were meant for each other and they could too because no matter how hard they tried to remain just friends, the pull between them was too strong to resist.
And soon their friendship turned into an irresistible love that consumed them both.
Ohhhh my gosh, the build-up as they went acquaintances to friends and finally to lovers was so well-written. My heart was racing! It was incredibly beautiful even through the pain. I loved how the focus was on celebrating life -- celebrating every precious moment of life surrounded by friends, loved ones, and family. It wasn't about a series of exhilarating bucket list events, but rather about creating memories and moments that would last forever.
Honestly, I thought I was handling my emotions pretty well for most of the book, but then this one sentence towards the end just did me right in and my tears started flowing. As a very devoted romance reader, there are certain things that I *need* in my books. A happy ending is one of them. But not all stories have fairy tale endings, but a love story like theirs, that held on until the very last precious moment deserved to be told, to have its moments and memories memorialized, read, felt, remembered. Their love story was beautiful. It was an unfortunately-timed love, but a soul-deep true love just the same. It never wavered, was never questioned, and you knew without a doubt that their love would always be a part of both of them. Kacey and Jonah's love was a universe. Infinite and never ending.
You could definitely read this book as a standalone. The story comes to a conclusion and ends in a place that is honestly just right. However, there will be a second book coming in the fall that continues a part of the story. My advice to you is that if this book sounds good to you, jump in and read it right now without hesitation, especially if you loved Me Before You and are looking for a beautiful and emotion-filled story that'll tug all your heart strings.
Love, loss, tragedy, beauty, friendship, romance, memories, moments... the message you're left with to live every day to its fullest serves as a powerful reminder. Life is precious. Never forget to live it and cherish the moments. Without a doubt, this is one of my favorite books of the year. I highly recommend it to everyone!
Rating: 5 stars! Can standalone.
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"I would love you forever,
if I only had the chance..."
WOW!! I read this book start to finish without stopping and I was hugging my book with tears in my eyes by the end. This is one of those stories that reminds you to be grateful for every moment of life. The writing was captivating, the romance was heart-breaking yet achingly beautiful, and I absolutely LOVED Kacey and Jonah's story! It's an unconventional romance that delivers such a raw, emotionally intense impact on its readers that you'll be thinking about it long after you finish reading. A top recommendation and highly recommended for fans of Me Before You.
Kacey Dawson has always lived life on the edge--impulsively, sometimes recklessly. And now, as lead guitarist for a hot up-and-coming band, she is poised at the brink of fame and fortune. But she is torn between wanting to be a serious musician, and the demons that lure her down the glittering, but alcohol-soaked path of rock stardom. A wrecked concert in Las Vegas threatens to ruin her career entirely. She wakes up with the hangover from hell and no memory of the night before, or how she ended up on her limo driver’s couch...
Jonah Fletcher is running out of time. He knows his situation is hopeless, and he's vowed to make the most of the handful of months he has left to him. His plans include seeing the opening of his glass installation at a prestigious art gallery…they do not include falling in love with a wild, tempestuous rock musician who wound up passed out on his couch.
Jonah sees that Kacey is on a path to self-destruction. He lets her crash with him for a few days to dry out and get her head on straight. But neither of them expected the deep connection they felt, or how that connection could grow so fast from friendship into something more. Something deep and pure and life-changing…something as fragile as glass, that they both know will shatter in the end no matter how hard they try to hold on to it.
Full Tilt is a story about what it means to love with your whole heart, to sacrifice, to experience terrible grief and soaring joy. To live life with all its beauty, and all its pain, and in the end to be able to smile through tears and know you wouldn’t have changed a thing.
This is my third time reading an Emma Scott book and just like each time before, I loved every word of the story. Her writing flows effortlessly and quickly draws you into the story and before you know it, you care about her characters with all your heart. It's everything I could ever want from a book. A truly perfect reading experience.
As mentioned in the blurb above, Kacey is a rock star musician whose band is on the brink of internationally famous stardom. But with fame comes an uglier side that spirals her downward away from the music that she was passionate about. Jonah is working as a limo driver tasked with driving her band and they meet when he's commissioned to take her home one night after a wild party that goes too far. But she's passed out drunk in his car and no one is answering her door so he does the only thing he can think of to keep her safe for the night... and takes her home.
His life is hanging precariously in the balance. With only a finite number of months left to live, everything he does is carefully structured in an effort to give him the most amount of time possible. He's surrounded by friends and family and is passionately devoted to finishing his art installation -- a legacy he wants to leave in the world.
But this wild, lost girl throws his structured life out of orbit. Given his heart condition, he's wary of letting anyone get too close to him -- he wants to save them from the pain of losing him and focus all his effort on creating his art and spending time with loved ones -- but as they grow closer each day, neither one can resist the pull they feel.
“I want to be able to kiss you if I felt like it, and I thin you want that too. Like our first kiss… It was everything to me. Everything.”
“It was for me too,” I said. “I want to kiss you again. I want to kiss you so bad I can’t breathe. I want to be with you every second of my life but… God, how much time is that? How do I put you through that?”
It was heart-wrenching to see these two people who, in another life, would have so easily fallen into a passionately long-lasting relationship trying to hold back their feelings even though they were almost brimming over. You could just feel that they were meant for each other and they could too because no matter how hard they tried to remain just friends, the pull between them was too strong to resist.
And soon their friendship turned into an irresistible love that consumed them both.
“I can’t stand it. I have my circle and that’s it. I don’t want to tell people outside the circle. I don’t want them to have to find out. I don’t let anyone in…”
“And yet,” I said, gulping air, getting a hold of myself. “Here I am.”
“Here you are…” He said, his eyes roaming my face. “Believe me, I didn’t want to let you in. But it was almost as if…”
“What?” I whispered.
“As if I didn’t have a choice,” He said. “I tried to keep [my] walls up, keep to my routine… But you got in anyway.” He gently swiped a tear from my chin. “You feel it too, right?”
I nodded. “Yes.”
Ohhhh my gosh, the build-up as they went acquaintances to friends and finally to lovers was so well-written. My heart was racing! It was incredibly beautiful even through the pain. I loved how the focus was on celebrating life -- celebrating every precious moment of life surrounded by friends, loved ones, and family. It wasn't about a series of exhilarating bucket list events, but rather about creating memories and moments that would last forever.
Honestly, I thought I was handling my emotions pretty well for most of the book, but then this one sentence towards the end just did me right in and my tears started flowing. As a very devoted romance reader, there are certain things that I *need* in my books. A happy ending is one of them. But not all stories have fairy tale endings, but a love story like theirs, that held on until the very last precious moment deserved to be told, to have its moments and memories memorialized, read, felt, remembered. Their love story was beautiful. It was an unfortunately-timed love, but a soul-deep true love just the same. It never wavered, was never questioned, and you knew without a doubt that their love would always be a part of both of them. Kacey and Jonah's love was a universe. Infinite and never ending.
“I love you,” I said. “God, I never thought this would happen to me.”
“But it did,” she whispered. “It happened and all we can do now is take care of each other. Live in the little moments, right? Just like we promised. The little moments. We have so many. Thousands upon thousands.”
You could definitely read this book as a standalone. The story comes to a conclusion and ends in a place that is honestly just right. However, there will be a second book coming in the fall that continues a part of the story. My advice to you is that if this book sounds good to you, jump in and read it right now without hesitation, especially if you loved Me Before You and are looking for a beautiful and emotion-filled story that'll tug all your heart strings.
Love, loss, tragedy, beauty, friendship, romance, memories, moments... the message you're left with to live every day to its fullest serves as a powerful reminder. Life is precious. Never forget to live it and cherish the moments. Without a doubt, this is one of my favorite books of the year. I highly recommend it to everyone!
You are a universe, Kacey. I kept waiting to find the end of your love and beauty, the end of your generous heart. I never did. I never will.
Rating: 5 stars! Can standalone.
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November 11, 2024
Emma Scott has both crushed my heart and saved me from a reading slump - time to clock out of work and go sob in my bed under the covers. 😭💔
˗ˏˋ ★ ˎˊ˗ 4.5 𝓢𝓽𝓪𝓻𝓼 ˗ˏˋ ★ ˎˊ˗
˚ ༘ ೀ⋆｡ ˚ "𝒴𝑜𝓊 𝒶𝓇𝑒 𝒶 𝓊𝓃𝒾𝓋𝑒𝓇𝓈𝑒, 𝒦𝒶𝒸𝑒𝓎. 𝐼 𝓀𝑒𝓅𝓉 𝓌𝒶𝒾𝓉𝒾𝓃𝑔 𝓉𝑜 𝒻𝒾𝓃𝒹 𝓉𝒽𝑒 𝑒𝓃𝒹 𝑜𝒻 𝓎𝑜𝓊𝓇 𝓁𝑜𝓋𝑒 𝒶𝓃𝒹 𝒷𝑒𝒶𝓊𝓉𝓎, 𝓉𝒽𝑒 𝑒𝓃𝒹 𝑜𝒻 𝓎𝑜𝓊𝓇 𝑔𝑒𝓃𝑒𝓇𝑜𝓊𝓈 𝒽𝑒𝒶𝓇𝓉. 𝐼 𝓃𝑒𝓋𝑒𝓇 𝒹𝒾𝒹. 𝐼 𝓃𝑒𝓋𝑒𝓇 𝓌𝒾𝓁𝓁." * ੈ♡‧₊˚
₊⊹⁀➴ ʚĭɞೃ☘︎ 𝓠𝓾𝓲𝓬𝓴 𝓢𝓾𝓶𝓶𝓪𝓻𝔂 ⋆ ˚｡⋆ .;༊
Kacey Dawson is a guitarist in an up-and-coming rock band, she is truly living the rock and roll lifestyle currently on tour. Partying every night and sleeping all day. As you can imagine it’s starting to take its toll on Kacey, especially with the fact that she hasn’t had the greatest of childhoods and she is still trying to piece herself together from that. So after a very drunk gig, leading to a very drunk meet and greet Kacey drinks herself unconscious and is taken away to her limo.
Jonah Fletcher is a glass artist by day and a limo driver by night in Las Vegas. He has a schedule to stick to, get his glass installation finished and leave his legacy behind before it’s too late. So, when a drunk rock star is vomiting in the back of his limo Jonah just wants this particular night to be over. If only he knew how much that night would change the remaining months of his life...
₊⊹⁀➴ ʚĭɞೃ☘︎ 𝓜𝔂 𝓣𝓱𝓸𝓾𝓰𝓱𝓽𝓼 ⋆˚｡⋆ .;༊
Now, this book isn’t just about love, it’s about the effect that being loved can have on someone. The power of being in love doesn’t solve all your problems, and the utter heartache that comes with it too. This book is beautiful, in every way. It shows how wonderful a relationship can be, and how painful saying goodbye truly is.
˚₊· ͟͟͞͞➳❥ When I tell you, the broken sob that I let out at the end of this book. I don't even have any words. The gaping hole in my chest right now is really too damn much to take- I knew it was coming and I'm still so crushed.
In all honesty this is probably what prevented me from moving right on to the second book the first time. I was just sitting here thinking... Idk if I'm emotionally ready for it, but I don't want to procrastinate this time so I'll be picking up All In right away.
˚₊· ͟͟͞͞➳❥ Jonah, our MMC is honestly on of the cutest and sweetest love interests I've ever read; he is the kindest and most selfless character I think I’ll ever come across. Which just made this book hurt so much more.
He had the best support from his brother, two best friends and parents and he thought that was all he needed. Until Kacey stumbled into his life and changed it completely, he felt love for the first time and it was like a hole was filled, a box was ticked and his life was fulfilled. He is just- perfect. Wipes tears away
˚₊· ͟͟͞͞���❥ Kacey, our FMC is honestly the breath of fresh air I didn’t realize I needed. She came from a rough childhood, lacking the feeling of being loved or cared for so long. Her pain and emptiness struck my heart so forcefully, so when Jonah and all his amazingness had worked its way into her heart, I honestly thought it couldn’t get better than this.
Their relationship although somewhat short in time was long in memories and the intensity of their love for each other seriously broke every fiber of my being.
˚₊· ͟͟͞͞➳❥ All in all, this book was absolutely fantastic. I can't recommend it enough - looking at all my girlies that love the heart crushing sob fest books that haven't read this one yet.
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˗ˏˋ ★ ˎˊ˗ 4.5 𝓢𝓽𝓪𝓻𝓼 ˗ˏˋ ★ ˎˊ˗
˚ ༘ ೀ⋆｡ ˚ "𝒴𝑜𝓊 𝒶𝓇𝑒 𝒶 𝓊𝓃𝒾𝓋𝑒𝓇𝓈𝑒, 𝒦𝒶𝒸𝑒𝓎. 𝐼 𝓀𝑒𝓅𝓉 𝓌𝒶𝒾𝓉𝒾𝓃𝑔 𝓉𝑜 𝒻𝒾𝓃𝒹 𝓉𝒽𝑒 𝑒𝓃𝒹 𝑜𝒻 𝓎𝑜𝓊𝓇 𝓁𝑜𝓋𝑒 𝒶𝓃𝒹 𝒷𝑒𝒶𝓊𝓉𝓎, 𝓉𝒽𝑒 𝑒𝓃𝒹 𝑜𝒻 𝓎𝑜𝓊𝓇 𝑔𝑒𝓃𝑒𝓇𝑜𝓊𝓈 𝒽𝑒𝒶𝓇𝓉. 𝐼 𝓃𝑒𝓋𝑒𝓇 𝒹𝒾𝒹. 𝐼 𝓃𝑒𝓋𝑒𝓇 𝓌𝒾𝓁𝓁." * ੈ♡‧₊˚
₊⊹⁀➴ ʚĭɞೃ☘︎ 𝓠𝓾𝓲𝓬𝓴 𝓢𝓾𝓶𝓶𝓪𝓻𝔂 ⋆ ˚｡⋆ .;༊
Kacey Dawson is a guitarist in an up-and-coming rock band, she is truly living the rock and roll lifestyle currently on tour. Partying every night and sleeping all day. As you can imagine it’s starting to take its toll on Kacey, especially with the fact that she hasn’t had the greatest of childhoods and she is still trying to piece herself together from that. So after a very drunk gig, leading to a very drunk meet and greet Kacey drinks herself unconscious and is taken away to her limo.
Jonah Fletcher is a glass artist by day and a limo driver by night in Las Vegas. He has a schedule to stick to, get his glass installation finished and leave his legacy behind before it’s too late. So, when a drunk rock star is vomiting in the back of his limo Jonah just wants this particular night to be over. If only he knew how much that night would change the remaining months of his life...
₊⊹⁀➴ ʚĭɞೃ☘︎ 𝓜𝔂 𝓣𝓱𝓸𝓾𝓰𝓱𝓽𝓼 ⋆˚｡⋆ .;༊
Now, this book isn’t just about love, it’s about the effect that being loved can have on someone. The power of being in love doesn’t solve all your problems, and the utter heartache that comes with it too. This book is beautiful, in every way. It shows how wonderful a relationship can be, and how painful saying goodbye truly is.
˚₊· ͟͟͞͞➳❥ When I tell you, the broken sob that I let out at the end of this book. I don't even have any words. The gaping hole in my chest right now is really too damn much to take- I knew it was coming and I'm still so crushed.
In all honesty this is probably what prevented me from moving right on to the second book the first time. I was just sitting here thinking... Idk if I'm emotionally ready for it, but I don't want to procrastinate this time so I'll be picking up All In right away.
˚₊· ͟͟͞͞➳❥ Jonah, our MMC is honestly on of the cutest and sweetest love interests I've ever read; he is the kindest and most selfless character I think I’ll ever come across. Which just made this book hurt so much more.
He had the best support from his brother, two best friends and parents and he thought that was all he needed. Until Kacey stumbled into his life and changed it completely, he felt love for the first time and it was like a hole was filled, a box was ticked and his life was fulfilled. He is just- perfect. Wipes tears away
˚₊· ͟͟͞͞���❥ Kacey, our FMC is honestly the breath of fresh air I didn’t realize I needed. She came from a rough childhood, lacking the feeling of being loved or cared for so long. Her pain and emptiness struck my heart so forcefully, so when Jonah and all his amazingness had worked its way into her heart, I honestly thought it couldn’t get better than this.
Their relationship although somewhat short in time was long in memories and the intensity of their love for each other seriously broke every fiber of my being.
˚₊· ͟͟͞͞➳❥ All in all, this book was absolutely fantastic. I can't recommend it enough - looking at all my girlies that love the heart crushing sob fest books that haven't read this one yet.
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January 17, 2021
5+ Sky Full of Stars!
... Happy ever after exists.
I'm writing this review with tears in my eyes, with adoration, with surprise, and with great appraisal. Why do I punish myself with this kind of book? Because I take pleasure in it!
Note: This is a friends to lovers romance.
What a ride! This was just my second book this year but I'm already emotionally drained. I never regretted anything though. I absolutely loved it so much! The best book so far! I'm a little biased, but I think nothing can surpass my love for this book in awhile.
Jonah met Kacey the first time in a not so good way. Kacey was drunk and Jonah was the assigned driver to make sure she got home. But, because of fate not on his side, Kacey ended on his couch in his apartment. He had no idea then that the best thing that would happen to him had just started.
The choices he made established a friendship, though he wanted more. They wanted more. But, he didn't want to be selfish. He couldn't let someone in and only leave her in the end.
Jonah saved her that night from self-destruction. Being with Jonah opened her eyes. She realized that being in a band didn't make her happy. So, she quitted and started a life in Las Vegas, where Jonah resides. As their relationship blossomed, heartbreaking secrets and painful truths have been revealed. But, Kacey never left. She so much cared for him. She never felt this kind of connection before. Jonah changed her.
I'm so heartbroken right now! I really adored Jonah and Kacey being together and that happened. I'm devastated. Fuck. I didn't expect it! And I praised Emma Scott for that. She played my emotions from the beginning to the very end. She's a great manipulator of feelings.
Furthermore, I loved that Kacey has her own problems. It made the story more interesting. The fact that her family abandoned her when she was 17 years old made me loved her more. Jonah? I don't know! It's so hard to mention his name without shedding a tear. Jonah, he wanted to leave a legacy before he went. That's the only thing that keeps him going until Kacey. The depth of his love for Kacey made me wept hard! That wasn't suppose to happen at all. Emma Scott, you're so cruel!
There's something in the end that I didn't like a bit. That led to a decision that I would not read book 2. I'm going to stick with Jonah. I don't want to corrupt their love story. I won't forget Jonah!
Overall, I extremely loved this book! This was already marked straight to my "cant-live-without" shelf. If you haven't already read any of her books, I highly recommend this!
... Happy ever after exists.
I'm writing this review with tears in my eyes, with adoration, with surprise, and with great appraisal. Why do I punish myself with this kind of book? Because I take pleasure in it!
Note: This is a friends to lovers romance.
What a ride! This was just my second book this year but I'm already emotionally drained. I never regretted anything though. I absolutely loved it so much! The best book so far! I'm a little biased, but I think nothing can surpass my love for this book in awhile.
Jonah met Kacey the first time in a not so good way. Kacey was drunk and Jonah was the assigned driver to make sure she got home. But, because of fate not on his side, Kacey ended on his couch in his apartment. He had no idea then that the best thing that would happen to him had just started.
The choices he made established a friendship, though he wanted more. They wanted more. But, he didn't want to be selfish. He couldn't let someone in and only leave her in the end.
"I can’t take her down that road with me because eventually we’ll come to the place where I have to go on, and she can’t follow."
Jonah saved her that night from self-destruction. Being with Jonah opened her eyes. She realized that being in a band didn't make her happy. So, she quitted and started a life in Las Vegas, where Jonah resides. As their relationship blossomed, heartbreaking secrets and painful truths have been revealed. But, Kacey never left. She so much cared for him. She never felt this kind of connection before. Jonah changed her.
"I would love you forever, Kacey, if I only had the chance."
I'm so heartbroken right now! I really adored Jonah and Kacey being together and that happened. I'm devastated. Fuck. I didn't expect it! And I praised Emma Scott for that. She played my emotions from the beginning to the very end. She's a great manipulator of feelings.
Furthermore, I loved that Kacey has her own problems. It made the story more interesting. The fact that her family abandoned her when she was 17 years old made me loved her more. Jonah? I don't know! It's so hard to mention his name without shedding a tear. Jonah, he wanted to leave a legacy before he went. That's the only thing that keeps him going until Kacey. The depth of his love for Kacey made me wept hard! That wasn't suppose to happen at all. Emma Scott, you're so cruel!
“Being loved by you, Jonah…it’s the greatest honor of my life.”
There's something in the end that I didn't like a bit. That led to a decision that I would not read book 2. I'm going to stick with Jonah. I don't want to corrupt their love story. I won't forget Jonah!
Overall, I extremely loved this book! This was already marked straight to my "cant-live-without" shelf. If you haven't already read any of her books, I highly recommend this!
"She was so much. I could spend a thousand full lifetimes and never reach the end of her. She is a universe…"
November 29, 2021
Re-read #2 (11/28/2021) 5 stars
Today, I felt like crying.
5 ‘legacy’ stars.
I. Can’t. Breathe.
Oh my heart! This book ruined me. Completely. I cried my whole volume of fluids out! It was so heartbreakingly beautiful! I know that I shouldn’t write this review right now when I’ve just finished the book and suffering from an emotional breakdown, but dammit I need to let it all out. This book broke me. I’m not sure I’m gonna be okay again.
Jonah is just so precious!! Damn, he is so sweet. He is so freakin good. Is it possible to be this good? Ahh I love him so freakin much! He has the most loving supporting family and friends. Jonah has one goal. He’s determined to finish his art instillation. Believing that this is what he had to do...
To leave a legacy.
And oh man he did! Jonah Fletcher, you’ve engraved your name in my heart forever!!
I couldn’t stop crying. Not just crying, i was sobbing. Definitely ugly crying. I couldn’t breathe in some parts. Gasping desperately for air. I have fallen in love with this book! Fallen in love with all the characters and felt their love for each other. Emma Scott writes books that are so real and so freakin emotional. Her writing made me feel things!! I felt the family love and support. Fallen in love with the friendships in this book. All the side characters had such a significant role.
Theo is amazing! He’s so protective and so loving. He might seem tough and strong but he’s so soft inside. I think this is more than just a love story. This is about the process of falling in love. Falling blindly despite the consequences. It’s a love with no restrictions. It’s about changing. Evolving.
It’s a book about leaving a legacy.
Song recommendation:
Safe inside by James Arthur.
Better love by Hozier
Love me now by John legend.
I would love you forever, Kacey, if I only had the chance.
Today, I felt like crying.
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5 ‘legacy’ stars.
That’s my legacy: I loved you and was loved by you.
I. Can’t. Breathe.
Oh my heart! This book ruined me. Completely. I cried my whole volume of fluids out! It was so heartbreakingly beautiful! I know that I shouldn’t write this review right now when I’ve just finished the book and suffering from an emotional breakdown, but dammit I need to let it all out. This book broke me. I’m not sure I’m gonna be okay again.
No more living life halfway. We had to go full tilt, just like the card players did. I would hit instead of stay. Always.
Jonah is just so precious!! Damn, he is so sweet. He is so freakin good. Is it possible to be this good? Ahh I love him so freakin much! He has the most loving supporting family and friends. Jonah has one goal. He’s determined to finish his art instillation. Believing that this is what he had to do...
To leave a legacy.
And oh man he did! Jonah Fletcher, you’ve engraved your name in my heart forever!!
"My heart’s breaking,” I said. “And I’m so happy. You make me so happy. Your love’s made me strong. You’ve made me a better person…” Sobs like little knives in my throat, words trying to dodge around them. “Being loved by you, Jonah…it’s the greatest honor of my life.”
I couldn’t stop crying. Not just crying, i was sobbing. Definitely ugly crying. I couldn’t breathe in some parts. Gasping desperately for air. I have fallen in love with this book! Fallen in love with all the characters and felt their love for each other. Emma Scott writes books that are so real and so freakin emotional. Her writing made me feel things!! I felt the family love and support. Fallen in love with the friendships in this book. All the side characters had such a significant role.
Dying, I learned, is a not a team sport. It’s a solitary endeavor. Everyone I loved was standing on dry land, while I was alone on a boat as it slowly pulled away from the shore, and there’s nothing anyone could do about it but watch it happen.
Theo is amazing! He’s so protective and so loving. He might seem tough and strong but he’s so soft inside. I think this is more than just a love story. This is about the process of falling in love. Falling blindly despite the consequences. It’s a love with no restrictions. It’s about changing. Evolving.
It’s a book about leaving a legacy.
Song recommendation:
Safe inside by James Arthur.
Better love by Hozier
Love me now by John legend.
November 8, 2016
Review update:
“I would love you forever, Kacey, if I only had the chance.”
God, help me please... I don't know how am I gonna carry on my own life.. I'm finished. I'm ruined. I'm broken. I'm crying.crying.crying so bad. I'm a fucking mess right now. I JUST CAN'T STOP CRYING. :'(
8 days ago, that was my first reaction when I finished this book. Because I was feeling like I lost the love of my life.
And even after all days later seems like nothing have changed. When I re-read my favorite parts of the book but especially ending part, I'm crying all over again because all those feelings coming back to me just like it happened yesterday... This book left me all heart broken and even now when I write this review I can't stop my tears. While I was reading the book, I already knew what's gonna happen to Jonah, but a little piece of your mind thinks maybe but maybe there will be a cure for his sickness or some miracle will happen soon but no matter what we hope or expect nobody can't mess up with God's will... That's it, that's final...
Well if you read this book your heart will be broken but also you'll feel that we should be grateful every moment we live with our beloved ones. When I finished this book, I kissed&hugged my husband and my son (He's 4 years old). And maybe this book affected me too much because of them. I can't help myself but while I read this book, I was thinking about my hubby & my son. What would I do if something bad things happen to them? How will you carry on living when you lost part of your soul? What if....? What if....? Well those were my million dollars questions to myself and my answer is hidden in this book...
“We might not have months or years, but we have moments. Thousands upon thousands of them. Let’s take each moment, seize it and wring it dry.”
What can I say more? Pls do yourself a favor and read this series asap and when you finish reading them go and kiss your beloved ones... <3
"I kissed Jonah Fletcher with all of my heart, and with every piece of my soul that would love him forever."
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“You are a universe.”
“My world had been fading to gray until she burst in like a bombshell of color and light...”
“He kissed me as if I were something delicate and precious, something he cherished and held with reverence. "My first kiss. This is my first real kiss.”
“I would love you forever, Kacey, if I only had the chance.”
God, help me please... I don't know how am I gonna carry on my own life.. I'm finished. I'm ruined. I'm broken. I'm crying.crying.crying so bad. I'm a fucking mess right now. I JUST CAN'T STOP CRYING. :'(
8 days ago, that was my first reaction when I finished this book. Because I was feeling like I lost the love of my life.
And even after all days later seems like nothing have changed. When I re-read my favorite parts of the book but especially ending part, I'm crying all over again because all those feelings coming back to me just like it happened yesterday... This book left me all heart broken and even now when I write this review I can't stop my tears. While I was reading the book, I already knew what's gonna happen to Jonah, but a little piece of your mind thinks maybe but maybe there will be a cure for his sickness or some miracle will happen soon but no matter what we hope or expect nobody can't mess up with God's will... That's it, that's final...
Well if you read this book your heart will be broken but also you'll feel that we should be grateful every moment we live with our beloved ones. When I finished this book, I kissed&hugged my husband and my son (He's 4 years old). And maybe this book affected me too much because of them. I can't help myself but while I read this book, I was thinking about my hubby & my son. What would I do if something bad things happen to them? How will you carry on living when you lost part of your soul? What if....? What if....? Well those were my million dollars questions to myself and my answer is hidden in this book...
“We might not have months or years, but we have moments. Thousands upon thousands of them. Let’s take each moment, seize it and wring it dry.”
What can I say more? Pls do yourself a favor and read this series asap and when you finish reading them go and kiss your beloved ones... <3
"I kissed Jonah Fletcher with all of my heart, and with every piece of my soul that would love him forever."
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“You are a universe.”
“My world had been fading to gray until she burst in like a bombshell of color and light...”
“He kissed me as if I were something delicate and precious, something he cherished and held with reverence. "My first kiss. This is my first real kiss.”
October 10, 2016
"No more living life halfway. We had to go full tilt, just like the card players did. I would hit instead of stay. Always."
➦I will try to keep this review short and to the point. This book has completely wrecked me. I knew going into this book that it was going to be painful, but I didn't think it would be painful to this extent.
➦Kacey, our heroine, is a guitarist in a rock band. She hates the life style and spends a lot of time drowning her sorrows in liquor.
➦Jonah's days are numbered and he is trying to stick to a routine and works hard to finish his glass installation before his time runs out. He dreams about leaving something behind, a legacy.
➦When these two meet, they find comfort in each other. Their love blooms in the midst of tragedy.
❤Emma Scott makes you fall in love with the characters and, once you are completely invested, she plunges the knife into your heart and twists... HARD. And even though you think you are prepared, you are not. You can't be. The writing is beautiful but these words hurt.
❤This is one of those stories that makes you thankful for every moment we have on this earth. After I was done with this book I wanted to hug everyone I love and never let go.
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June 20, 2016
4 Legacy STARS
"I would love you forever, if I only had the chance..."
I’m honored to have been asked to read this story and it was indeed a well written touching book. However, the hashtags at the bottom of the synopsis #nocliffhanger #nocancer #tearjerker left me feeling a bit tricked and I found them to be intentionally misleading. I stupidly read the story with a false sense of security for me. ** Major spoiler to book only if you want to know life and death sort of things...
Regardless of my hashtag qualms the story was well put together and had some great inspirational quotes. A reader can’t help but fall for Jonah Fletcher right along with the Kacey Dawson. You truly do get to experience all the wonders of falling in love which was perfectly paced right along with these two terrific characters.
”He was a universe. My love for him was boundless.”
Kacey and Jonah indeed find the forever type of love that some believe only happens in sappy love stories if they haven’t yet experienced it for themselves. The take away feelings for this story were positive and hopeful even in the most hopeless of circumstances.
”Live in the little moments.”
*ARC provided by the author in exchange for an honest review*
"I would love you forever, if I only had the chance..."
I’m honored to have been asked to read this story and it was indeed a well written touching book. However, the hashtags at the bottom of the synopsis #nocliffhanger #nocancer #tearjerker left me feeling a bit tricked and I found them to be intentionally misleading. I stupidly read the story with a false sense of security for me. ** Major spoiler to book only if you want to know life and death sort of things...
Regardless of my hashtag qualms the story was well put together and had some great inspirational quotes. A reader can’t help but fall for Jonah Fletcher right along with the Kacey Dawson. You truly do get to experience all the wonders of falling in love which was perfectly paced right along with these two terrific characters.
”He was a universe. My love for him was boundless.”
Kacey and Jonah indeed find the forever type of love that some believe only happens in sappy love stories if they haven’t yet experienced it for themselves. The take away feelings for this story were positive and hopeful even in the most hopeless of circumstances.
”Live in the little moments.”
*ARC provided by the author in exchange for an honest review*
December 6, 2016
*****5 STARS *****
"What is the difference between the love of your life and your soulmate? One is choice and one is not." This is a story of soulmates......
Well damn........I am seriously in my feelings right now. I don't know if I should mad at or happy with Emma Scott right now. She has written a book so good that I don't know what to do with myself. (I'm happy with her!!!)
After I finished I had to lay down in my bed and shed a few tears.....ok, more than a few, a lot of tears. My poor husband was trying to figure out what wrong with me. LMAO :) It's a good thing he loves me other wise he might have tried to have me committed.
You see.......Kacey is hoping to chase her demons away in alcohol and drug filled parties. She's dealt with a lot of pain in the past and is hoping that the parties can dull that pain.
Jonah is creating a "legacy" while he is living on borrowed time.
Their chemistry was off the charts. Fate definitely bought them together.
No one could have predicted what was coming, what they would mean to each other, how they would change each other and in the end make each other whole again. Their love is one for the history books.
^^^It is in those moments that they both begin to feel, heal, and live.^^^
"That the love we have outweighs the pain..." Oh, I love this quote :)
I thought long and hard about my review for Full Tilt and I came to the conclusion that I cannot give you a complete one. Not because I don't have it in me, it's because this book is so profound in my opinion that each reader needs to read the book first without bias.
There are some books that are made for you to read and others that are made for you to feel. This book was made to feel. I urge you to sit and actually read the book for yourself and find your own review.
"Is it better to love than not to love at all?" That's the age old question and here you will find the answer. It is true...... Do you want proof? Well......here you are.... right here, Full Tilt This story lays it out on a silver platter for you, now eat up. I promise you won't regret it. Take this ride with with Kacey and Jonah!!!
This is one of the best books I have ever read and I urge everyone to read it as well. I felt every emotion possible reading Full Tilt. It is rare to find a book so well written as this one here. You can tell that this book was written from the heart.
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"What is the difference between the love of your life and your soulmate? One is choice and one is not." This is a story of soulmates......
Well damn........I am seriously in my feelings right now. I don't know if I should mad at or happy with Emma Scott right now. She has written a book so good that I don't know what to do with myself. (I'm happy with her!!!)
After I finished I had to lay down in my bed and shed a few tears.....ok, more than a few, a lot of tears. My poor husband was trying to figure out what wrong with me. LMAO :) It's a good thing he loves me other wise he might have tried to have me committed.
You see.......Kacey is hoping to chase her demons away in alcohol and drug filled parties. She's dealt with a lot of pain in the past and is hoping that the parties can dull that pain.
Jonah is creating a "legacy" while he is living on borrowed time.
Their chemistry was off the charts. Fate definitely bought them together.
No one could have predicted what was coming, what they would mean to each other, how they would change each other and in the end make each other whole again. Their love is one for the history books.
^^^It is in those moments that they both begin to feel, heal, and live.^^^
"That the love we have outweighs the pain..." Oh, I love this quote :)
I thought long and hard about my review for Full Tilt and I came to the conclusion that I cannot give you a complete one. Not because I don't have it in me, it's because this book is so profound in my opinion that each reader needs to read the book first without bias.
There are some books that are made for you to read and others that are made for you to feel. This book was made to feel. I urge you to sit and actually read the book for yourself and find your own review.
"Is it better to love than not to love at all?" That's the age old question and here you will find the answer. It is true...... Do you want proof? Well......here you are.... right here, Full Tilt This story lays it out on a silver platter for you, now eat up. I promise you won't regret it. Take this ride with with Kacey and Jonah!!!
This is one of the best books I have ever read and I urge everyone to read it as well. I felt every emotion possible reading Full Tilt. It is rare to find a book so well written as this one here. You can tell that this book was written from the heart.
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June 19, 2017
WAAAHHH!
Someone hold me this had too many feels. I die.
*sneaks off to start part 2 and weep uncontrollably away from Mr. Humphrey's teasing and farts*
🍩🍩🍩🍩🍩🍩🍩🍩🍩🍩🍩🍩
Alternating some fun reads with ARCS; this is the one that has been on my shelf the longest and has come highly recommended. LET'S DO THIS! 🍩💔☕️📚
Someone hold me this had too many feels. I die.
*sneaks off to start part 2 and weep uncontrollably away from Mr. Humphrey's teasing and farts*
🍩🍩🍩🍩🍩🍩🍩🍩🍩🍩🍩🍩
Alternating some fun reads with ARCS; this is the one that has been on my shelf the longest and has come highly recommended. LET'S DO THIS! 🍩💔☕️📚
March 17, 2017
Full Tilt, the 1st book in Emma Scott's Full Tilt Duet is the first book I've read by this author and I am totally blown away!!!!!
An emotional, passionate, heart-felt, romantic, soul-searing, beautifully-written book.
Kacey Dawson & Jonah Fletcher's amazing story of discovering each other touches at all your senses and emotions. Sadness, hope, love, loss, pain, tenderness, anger.....It will pull at your heart strings.......It will touch your soul. At times, you feel crushed...the unfairness of life.....
But ultimately, it leaves you with a warm glow in your heart. A feeling of having experience something magical and unique between people...
Wonderful secondary characters that you engage with immediately.
This is a memorable and beautiful story.
Looking forward to see what happens to Kacey and Theo in the next book.
Kacey Dawson & Jonah Fletcher's amazing story of discovering each other touches at all your senses and emotions. Sadness, hope, love, loss, pain, tenderness, anger.....It will pull at your heart strings.......It will touch your soul. At times, you feel crushed...the unfairness of life.....
But ultimately, it leaves you with a warm glow in your heart. A feeling of having experience something magical and unique between people...
Wonderful secondary characters that you engage with immediately.
This is a memorable and beautiful story.
Looking forward to see what happens to Kacey and Theo in the next book.
November 18, 2016
Story Rating ~ 5 BILLION STARS!!
Hero Rating ~ 5 UNFORGETTABLE STARS!
Heroine Rating ~ 5 SHE STAYED STARS!
Romance Rating ~ 5 HEART BEATING STARS!
Heat Level ~ 3.75 I FELT THE LOVE STARS!
Ending ~ 5 STILL CRYING STARS!
OVERALL RATING ~ 10 STARS Because 5 is NOT ENOUGH!
Oh how I LOVED this book! It grabbed me emotionally on EVERY level! I KNOW it will stay in my mind for a long time to come. I just finished a few moments ago and my heart is breaking. Tears are still streaming down my face and yep, I’m on my second box of Kleenex. I normally stay away from books like this, I don’t like to cry so hard because it ruins me. Well I have to say I’ve been thoroughly ruined but in the MOST BEAUTIFUL of ways.
At first Jonah and Kacey were just friends, friends that needed each other. Jonah helped Kacey stay away from drinking and partying and Kacey gave Jonah some much needed happiness. They’re friendship was something that was dear to them and as a reader I definitely felt that. Trusting each other came naturally to them, something they did not feel free doing with others. The depth of their friendship was lovely. Then it happened, they gave into caution and became SO MUCH MORE!
One of the things I adored about this book was Jonas glass blowing work. I REALLY enjoyed reading about this aspect in his life. I easily envisioned him making these pieces and what they looked like especially the pieces he gifted to Kacey.
I wanted more of Kacey’s talent, I was SO hoping she’d write a song for Jonah but now knowing that will happen in the next book, All In I guess I’ll just have to wait for it.
In closing I’d just like to say that this for me was an AMAZING read and is one of my best reads so far this year. I can hardly wait for book 2 to be released in October. I guarantee whatever I’m reading will be tossed aside so I can continue on reading this series to find out what will happen next.
*I received an ARC from Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.*
Update 11/18/16 This song reminds me of Jonah and Kacey's story. Every time I hear it, I think of them and THIS BOOK!
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Hero Rating ~ 5 UNFORGETTABLE STARS!
Heroine Rating ~ 5 SHE STAYED STARS!
Romance Rating ~ 5 HEART BEATING STARS!
Heat Level ~ 3.75 I FELT THE LOVE STARS!
Ending ~ 5 STILL CRYING STARS!
OVERALL RATING ~ 10 STARS Because 5 is NOT ENOUGH!
Oh how I LOVED this book! It grabbed me emotionally on EVERY level! I KNOW it will stay in my mind for a long time to come. I just finished a few moments ago and my heart is breaking. Tears are still streaming down my face and yep, I’m on my second box of Kleenex. I normally stay away from books like this, I don’t like to cry so hard because it ruins me. Well I have to say I’ve been thoroughly ruined but in the MOST BEAUTIFUL of ways.
At first Jonah and Kacey were just friends, friends that needed each other. Jonah helped Kacey stay away from drinking and partying and Kacey gave Jonah some much needed happiness. They’re friendship was something that was dear to them and as a reader I definitely felt that. Trusting each other came naturally to them, something they did not feel free doing with others. The depth of their friendship was lovely. Then it happened, they gave into caution and became SO MUCH MORE!
One of the things I adored about this book was Jonas glass blowing work. I REALLY enjoyed reading about this aspect in his life. I easily envisioned him making these pieces and what they looked like especially the pieces he gifted to Kacey.
I wanted more of Kacey’s talent, I was SO hoping she’d write a song for Jonah but now knowing that will happen in the next book, All In I guess I’ll just have to wait for it.
In closing I’d just like to say that this for me was an AMAZING read and is one of my best reads so far this year. I can hardly wait for book 2 to be released in October. I guarantee whatever I’m reading will be tossed aside so I can continue on reading this series to find out what will happen next.
*I received an ARC from Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.*
Update 11/18/16 This song reminds me of Jonah and Kacey's story. Every time I hear it, I think of them and THIS BOOK!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6KSOb...
October 19, 2020
This book gutted me!
I had this one on my kindle for months and I finally decided to dive in. AND I'm so glad I read it!! I totally understand why this story was loved so desperately by so many readers out there. Emma Scott had me turning pages way past my bedtime. Full Tilt is a true masterpiece and I loved every second of it. Flawlessly and poignantly written, Jonah and Kacey’s heart-wrenching, tragic, but truly beautiful love story touched my heart so deeply, I felt emotionally drained at the end of it.
This book was absolutely everything!!! I loved its unique storyline and the characters so much. Kacey and Jonah were so very well fleshed out and so real. I was spellbound by the depth of their connection and the force of the feelings binding them. At times I seriously thought my heart was going to explode from all the love and amazing moments that this story possessed. Other times I was so overwhelmed with emotion, crying so hard I couldn't see the screen of my kindle.
This is so much more than just a love story—this is a story of true love, a story of human endurance, of courage, about finding good in the now, about hope, and most of all a major life lesson we must all master in our spiritual evolution - living each day to the fullest like there is no tomorrow.
"I would love you forever, Kacey, if I only had the chance."
Full Tilt has all the elements of perfection. This might not be a stereotypical romance and yet it is truly one of the most compelling, inspiring and romantic stories I have ever read. This book will get under your skin and there will not be a damn thing you can do about it. AN ABSOLUTE MUST READ!
"A complimentary copy was provided to me by publisher in exchange for an honest review."
I had this one on my kindle for months and I finally decided to dive in. AND I'm so glad I read it!! I totally understand why this story was loved so desperately by so many readers out there. Emma Scott had me turning pages way past my bedtime. Full Tilt is a true masterpiece and I loved every second of it. Flawlessly and poignantly written, Jonah and Kacey’s heart-wrenching, tragic, but truly beautiful love story touched my heart so deeply, I felt emotionally drained at the end of it.
This book was absolutely everything!!! I loved its unique storyline and the characters so much. Kacey and Jonah were so very well fleshed out and so real. I was spellbound by the depth of their connection and the force of the feelings binding them. At times I seriously thought my heart was going to explode from all the love and amazing moments that this story possessed. Other times I was so overwhelmed with emotion, crying so hard I couldn't see the screen of my kindle.
This is so much more than just a love story—this is a story of true love, a story of human endurance, of courage, about finding good in the now, about hope, and most of all a major life lesson we must all master in our spiritual evolution - living each day to the fullest like there is no tomorrow.
"I would love you forever, Kacey, if I only had the chance."
Full Tilt has all the elements of perfection. This might not be a stereotypical romance and yet it is truly one of the most compelling, inspiring and romantic stories I have ever read. This book will get under your skin and there will not be a damn thing you can do about it. AN ABSOLUTE MUST READ!
"A complimentary copy was provided to me by publisher in exchange for an honest review."
April 16, 2023
4.5 ⭐️!!!!! the most heartbreaking but beautiful book of all time.
i started this LAST YEAR and i could not bring myself to finish it until just now. i stayed at 60% for MONTHS :) and now that i’ve finished…. i understand why i did that. i was trying to protect my peace.
“i would love u forever, if only i had the chance”
still sobbing.
i started this LAST YEAR and i could not bring myself to finish it until just now. i stayed at 60% for MONTHS :) and now that i’ve finished…. i understand why i did that. i was trying to protect my peace.
“i would love u forever, if only i had the chance”
still sobbing.
March 23, 2024
3★
The prose was well written, but personally for me, the narrative failed to engage and fell short of being captivating.
The prose was well written, but personally for me, the narrative failed to engage and fell short of being captivating.
March 24, 2017
5 Huge "No Regrets" Stars
OMG this book! Sometimes, when I'm reading a certain book, I keep hearing about a different book and that other book calls to me so hard that I have to leave everything and just read it. That is exactly what happened with Full Tilt. I just had to read it, even though it might break my heart. Once I started, I just couldn't stop, so I didn't stop. I just read it...all day. And my God is this book gorgeous! I have to admit that I cheated and read a review that had spoilers. For me, that definitely intrigued me to give the book a chance even faster. But to be honest, it's probably better to be blind. So forgive me for saying a bunch of nothing on this review, lol.
Jonah is a part time limo driver, but his real passion is glass art, he's extremely talented and works super hard. He has a very tight inner circle and rarely lets anyone in. Until one night he has to drive Kacey, who is a rock star and is lost and down the wrong path. In many ways, Jonah ends up becoming her hero, and savior. The chemistry between them is undeniable and their connection is super strong from the get go.
“And yet,” I said, gulping air, getting a hold of myself. “Here I am.”
“Here you are…” Jonah said, his eyes roaming my face. “Believe me, I didn’t want to let you in. But it was almost as if…”
“What?” I whispered.
“As if I didn’t have a choice,” Jonah said. “I tried to keep the circle closed and my walls up, keep to my routine…But you got in anyway.”
He gently swiped a tear from my chin. “You feel it too, right?”
I nodded. “Yes.”
I loved Kacey, I love my heroines strong and she's so fierce and strong. I loved her evolution through the book. I love how she just wanted to be better, for Jonah and for herself. And I Fi-ing loved Jonah. Jonah was precious, he was everything.
“I would love you forever, Kacey, if I only had the chance”
“I kept waiting to find the end of your love and beauty, the end of your generous heart. I never did. I never will. I don’t know how or why you chose me to love, and you did choose. You could’ve walked away and saved yourself. Instead, you chose to stay, and so saved me”
The blurb is pretty self explanatory and it gives you an idea about what's going on. True, it says #nocliffhanger and #nocancer, but that doesn't mean the book is not emotional. There is heartbreak on this book and some people might not like how the story ends. I was pleased with it, it's probably not what I have wanted but, it left me hopeful. I loved that in the execution of the plot there are no gimmicks, surprises or excessive cheesiness. This book is all beauty and feels, and it's very realistic. And I definitely want to read book 2.
The cast of secondary characters, Jonah's mom and dad, Theo, Dena, Oscar and Tania "the Seven" were all amazing characters, and I loved them all, hard. I also have to mention that I loved the writing. It's gorgeous. Emma Scott has been in my radar for a while and her other books are high on my TBR. I can't wait to read them now, she's amazingly talented. That's all I have. This book it gorgeous, go get it. It might break your heart, and you might ugly cry, but give it a chance. It's one of those books that will stay with you for a while!
“I felt him in every pore, every breath and beat of our hearts. I’d never experienced anything like this in my life. He was a universe. My love for him was just as boundless.” “
OMG this book! Sometimes, when I'm reading a certain book, I keep hearing about a different book and that other book calls to me so hard that I have to leave everything and just read it. That is exactly what happened with Full Tilt. I just had to read it, even though it might break my heart. Once I started, I just couldn't stop, so I didn't stop. I just read it...all day. And my God is this book gorgeous! I have to admit that I cheated and read a review that had spoilers. For me, that definitely intrigued me to give the book a chance even faster. But to be honest, it's probably better to be blind. So forgive me for saying a bunch of nothing on this review, lol.
Jonah is a part time limo driver, but his real passion is glass art, he's extremely talented and works super hard. He has a very tight inner circle and rarely lets anyone in. Until one night he has to drive Kacey, who is a rock star and is lost and down the wrong path. In many ways, Jonah ends up becoming her hero, and savior. The chemistry between them is undeniable and their connection is super strong from the get go.
“And yet,” I said, gulping air, getting a hold of myself. “Here I am.”
“Here you are…” Jonah said, his eyes roaming my face. “Believe me, I didn’t want to let you in. But it was almost as if…”
“What?” I whispered.
“As if I didn’t have a choice,” Jonah said. “I tried to keep the circle closed and my walls up, keep to my routine…But you got in anyway.”
He gently swiped a tear from my chin. “You feel it too, right?”
I nodded. “Yes.”
I loved Kacey, I love my heroines strong and she's so fierce and strong. I loved her evolution through the book. I love how she just wanted to be better, for Jonah and for herself. And I Fi-ing loved Jonah. Jonah was precious, he was everything.
“I would love you forever, Kacey, if I only had the chance”
“I kept waiting to find the end of your love and beauty, the end of your generous heart. I never did. I never will. I don’t know how or why you chose me to love, and you did choose. You could’ve walked away and saved yourself. Instead, you chose to stay, and so saved me”
The blurb is pretty self explanatory and it gives you an idea about what's going on. True, it says #nocliffhanger and #nocancer, but that doesn't mean the book is not emotional. There is heartbreak on this book and some people might not like how the story ends. I was pleased with it, it's probably not what I have wanted but, it left me hopeful. I loved that in the execution of the plot there are no gimmicks, surprises or excessive cheesiness. This book is all beauty and feels, and it's very realistic. And I definitely want to read book 2.
The cast of secondary characters, Jonah's mom and dad, Theo, Dena, Oscar and Tania "the Seven" were all amazing characters, and I loved them all, hard. I also have to mention that I loved the writing. It's gorgeous. Emma Scott has been in my radar for a while and her other books are high on my TBR. I can't wait to read them now, she's amazingly talented. That's all I have. This book it gorgeous, go get it. It might break your heart, and you might ugly cry, but give it a chance. It's one of those books that will stay with you for a while!
“I felt him in every pore, every breath and beat of our hearts. I’d never experienced anything like this in my life. He was a universe. My love for him was just as boundless.” “
May 21, 2018
WHOA! WHOA! I’m emotionally drained – in a good way. What a privilege to be able to read such a real, raw, and heart-felt love story
Well, my heart did not survive! I cried my eyes out reading this book. I am totally wrecked and my heart hurts for them – for the pain, the loss, the grief; but also for the beauty that is love – patient, kind and unconditional.
Full Tilt is a story about love, loss, and sorrow but also triumph. Life is beautiful but also full of unfortunate sad events. The key is how you survive, overcome and thrive to live on. To not experience life with all its beauty, pain and sorrow is not really living life to its fullest. A good ending to a book is multifaceted for me. It does not always have to be riding into the sunset or happily ever after. At the end of this book, I am very sad but also hopeful for what is lying ahead. Let me say that the author’s writing is absolutely phenomenal. I laughed, cried and swooned hard. I promise you will feel all the emotions. What I like about Emma’s writing most is that I feel like she is speaking to me and personally conveying the story. Her writing speaks from the heart – it is real and honest – just superb!!!
I have grown a quick appreciation for this author’s work. As her previous books, she presents flawed characters, which despite being different, are easy to understand. She does a great job of making you feel their emotions. And this book is no exception.
Well, my heart did not survive! I cried my eyes out reading this book. I am totally wrecked and my heart hurts for them – for the pain, the loss, the grief; but also for the beauty that is love – patient, kind and unconditional.
Full Tilt is a story about love, loss, and sorrow but also triumph. Life is beautiful but also full of unfortunate sad events. The key is how you survive, overcome and thrive to live on. To not experience life with all its beauty, pain and sorrow is not really living life to its fullest. A good ending to a book is multifaceted for me. It does not always have to be riding into the sunset or happily ever after. At the end of this book, I am very sad but also hopeful for what is lying ahead. Let me say that the author’s writing is absolutely phenomenal. I laughed, cried and swooned hard. I promise you will feel all the emotions. What I like about Emma’s writing most is that I feel like she is speaking to me and personally conveying the story. Her writing speaks from the heart – it is real and honest – just superb!!!
I have grown a quick appreciation for this author’s work. As her previous books, she presents flawed characters, which despite being different, are easy to understand. She does a great job of making you feel their emotions. And this book is no exception.
August 18, 2022
The emotional damage was expected and unfair. It was uncalled for.
I hated it.
I loved it.
The attachment I formed to both Jonah and Kacey is what you call insta-love. I just knew I’d adore these two as soon as they were introduced.
But the pain, ya’ll. I equally despised and wanted it.
You know from the beginning where this story is going. It’s inevitable. I fooled myself into thinking otherwise because avoidance is my toxic trait, my coping mechanism. And avoid I did until I couldn’t.
Now, I don’t know how Emma Scott is going to pull off the sequel, because I ain’t ready. I’m too loyal to Jonah. I’m too loyal to what they had.
But I loved this! I so admire what Emma Scott has created.
4.5 ✨
I hated it.
I loved it.
The attachment I formed to both Jonah and Kacey is what you call insta-love. I just knew I’d adore these two as soon as they were introduced.
But the pain, ya’ll. I equally despised and wanted it.
You know from the beginning where this story is going. It’s inevitable. I fooled myself into thinking otherwise because avoidance is my toxic trait, my coping mechanism. And avoid I did until I couldn’t.
Now, I don’t know how Emma Scott is going to pull off the sequel, because I ain’t ready. I’m too loyal to Jonah. I’m too loyal to what they had.
But I loved this! I so admire what Emma Scott has created.
4.5 ✨
July 6, 2016
*****5 Stars*****
#nocliffhanger #nocancer #tearjerker
WOW!!! What an absolutely captivating and moving story. I was so excited to read this book and I ended up reading it in one sitting. This is only my second time reading an Emma Scott story and yet again, I was not disappointed. Emma Scott has such a way with words, it just draws you in from the very first page and you become completely enthralled and invested in everything from the characters to the vivid story she tells.
"You are a universe, Kacey. I kept waiting to find the end of your love and beauty, the end of your generous heart. I never did. I never will.”
Kacey is the lead guitarist in an up and coming rock group and on the brink of fame and fortune. Kacey is living the rock star lifestyle filled with alcohol infused parties and meaningless sex. After one of “Rapid Confessions” eventful concerts in a Las Vegas, Kacey wakes up with the hangover from hell on a strangers couch. The stranger is Jonah, the bands limo driver, who had the responsibility of driving Kacey home after a riot broke out and everything spirals completely out of control. Kacey is passed out in the back of the limo and when no one is answering at her house, Jonah has no option but to take her home with him in order to keep her safe.
Jonah only has a few short months left to live and plans his life out to a very strict schedule with no room for anything else. His ultimate goal is to see the opening of his glass installation showcase in a prestigious art gallery in the next couple of months. It is his way of leaving behind a legacy for his small group of friends and family, something for them to remember him by. He did not expect his plans to be disrupted by a rock chick, with whom he develops a profound connection with.
“This. A legacy. I just want to leave a part of me behind that means something.”
Their relationship started out as strangers to friendship to love. It was such an honour to be a part of their journey and see their relationship develop. It was so heartbreaking witnessing them trying to hold back their feelings for each other, where in another life they would have been able to give in to their feelings and attraction for each other. While Jonah’s life hangs in the balance, the last thing he wants is to put someone else through the pain his death would cause them, but some things can’t be helped.
This was such a deep, profound and poignant story about, friendship, love, loss, heartbreak, sorrow and loving with every fibre of your being. I would most definitely recommend this book to anyone who wants to feel every emotion through every thought provoking word on each and every page. What I took away from this story is to live your life to the fullest and that love is the greatest gift you can give someone; love is eternal. I can’t wait for Emma Scott’s second instalment “All In” (Full Tilt #2) due later in the year, however “Full Tilt” can be read as a standalone.
“I felt him in every pore, every breath and beat of our hearts. I’d never experienced anything like this in my life. He was a universe. My love for him was just as boundless.”
July 27, 2017
5 Stars
Overall Opinion: I loved it! Gosh, I can't even remember when my last 5 star book was (that wasn't a re-read)!! I have NEVER cried as hard in a book like I did with this one. I was a blubbering mess that had my husband asking if I was ok more than one time ;). I connected with both characters, I felt their connection to each other, and it completely tapped into my emotions! I have only read one book by this author (RUSH), and while I liked it I didn't love it like this one. I think she is going to be on my radar for authors to look out for after this! I'm sooo happy that I waited until they were both done, because I'm now going to jump into the next book All In...
Brief Summary of the Storyline: This is Kacey and Jonah's story. I'm going to keep this brief in hopes of not ruining it. They meet when Jonah is the limo driver for Kacey's band, and he takes care of her in an inebriated state. Kacey isn't happy with her current lifestyle in an up-and-coming band, and Jonah's kindness is just what she needs to make some big life changes. Jonah has a heart condition and is working under a strict schedule to leave his imprint in the world with a large glass exhibit, and Kacey throws a wrench into his meticulous routine. They spend more and more time together, and they eventually fall in love.
POV: This alternated between Kacey and Jonah's POV.
Overall Pace of Story: Good. It flowed well and I never skimmed.
Instalove: No, but an instant strong connection.
H rating: 5 stars. Jonah. He got dealt a bad hand, but I loved his character!
h rating: 5 stars. Kacey. She was a damaged lonely girl, but I loved how she cared, was so loyal, and was strong for Jonah.
Sadness level: High. Bring out the tissues people! I ugly cried with this one!!
Push/Pull: Yes
Heat level: Moderate. They have some hot chemistry and scenes, but not so much that it took away from the storyline.
Descriptive sex: Yes
Safe sex: Yes
OW/OM drama: No
Sex scene with OW or OM: No
Cheating: No
Separation: Not really
Possible Triggers: Yes **BIG SPOILERS**
Closure: This had a ending with some closure, but the next book All In is out and will conclude the story.
How I got it: It was part of my kindle unlimited subscription.
Safety: I'd call this one Safe with exception
Overall Opinion: I loved it! Gosh, I can't even remember when my last 5 star book was (that wasn't a re-read)!! I have NEVER cried as hard in a book like I did with this one. I was a blubbering mess that had my husband asking if I was ok more than one time ;). I connected with both characters, I felt their connection to each other, and it completely tapped into my emotions! I have only read one book by this author (RUSH), and while I liked it I didn't love it like this one. I think she is going to be on my radar for authors to look out for after this! I'm sooo happy that I waited until they were both done, because I'm now going to jump into the next book All In...
Brief Summary of the Storyline: This is Kacey and Jonah's story. I'm going to keep this brief in hopes of not ruining it. They meet when Jonah is the limo driver for Kacey's band, and he takes care of her in an inebriated state. Kacey isn't happy with her current lifestyle in an up-and-coming band, and Jonah's kindness is just what she needs to make some big life changes. Jonah has a heart condition and is working under a strict schedule to leave his imprint in the world with a large glass exhibit, and Kacey throws a wrench into his meticulous routine. They spend more and more time together, and they eventually fall in love.
POV: This alternated between Kacey and Jonah's POV.
Overall Pace of Story: Good. It flowed well and I never skimmed.
Instalove: No, but an instant strong connection.
H rating: 5 stars. Jonah. He got dealt a bad hand, but I loved his character!
h rating: 5 stars. Kacey. She was a damaged lonely girl, but I loved how she cared, was so loyal, and was strong for Jonah.
Sadness level: High. Bring out the tissues people! I ugly cried with this one!!
Push/Pull: Yes
Heat level: Moderate. They have some hot chemistry and scenes, but not so much that it took away from the storyline.
Descriptive sex: Yes
Safe sex: Yes
OW/OM drama: No
Sex scene with OW or OM: No
Cheating: No
Separation: Not really
Possible Triggers: Yes **BIG SPOILERS**
Closure: This had a ending with some closure, but the next book All In is out and will conclude the story.
How I got it: It was part of my kindle unlimited subscription.
Safety: I'd call this one Safe with exception
July 25, 2017
4 Ugly Crying Stars!
Full Tilt is one of the books that is so difficult and challenging to read but totally worth it. A disarmingly beautiful, heart-wrenching love story in its purest form.
The story centers around Jonah Fletcher and Rapid Confession guitarist Kacey Dawson. These two met under unexpected circumstances one night when Kacey and her bandmates were in Las Vegas for a concert tour. She was drunk and wasted when Jonah took her to his house after he was asked by the group's bodyguard to take her away from the crowded scene. Their story started right when Kacey woke up on Jonah's couch and slowly got to know him better and formed an indescribable connection with him that she eventually realized that she no longer wanted to live in fame and booze but instead, she wanted to start anew and stay in Vegas.
I chose to read Full Tilt for two reasons: 1. It was highly recommended to me by my friend Hulya (click her name to read her beautiful review) and 2. I loved the cover and the blurb. Best choice I've ever made. The emotional whiplash I've experienced all throughout this book was so epic that I found myself lost in the story and unable to handle some parts that are just difficult to take in. The book was heartbreaking in so many ways. So raw and poignant.
The story came in with truly profound depth and impeccable writing. It's my first Emma Scott read and wow, her spectacular words hooked me straight away. What's also truly remarkable here was Kacey's transition from someone who lives in booze as her way of coping to someone who's changing herself for the better. It was so nice to see her making something out of herself and proving that she can stand on her own.
I especially loved how Kacey and Jonah's romantic development progressed in a deep way I don't see very often. I loved how they supported each other and leaned on to one another. Kacey knew what she was getting herself into when she fell in love with Jonah but the fact that she continued to love him touched me so deeply.
Despite the unexplained emotions this book inevitably brought to me, it also brought life lessons: faith in life and love, the ability of a person to change for the better, and to appreciate every single thing life has to offer. Full Tilt was truly an unforgettable book. It was predictable, yes, and some scenes may be too abrupt to be real. But it's certainly one of the best emotionally-driven books I've come across. When the characters and everything that happened lingered in your mind way after finishing the book, you know you've read a great one.
“No more living life halfway. We had to go full tilt, just like the card players did. I would hit instead of stay. Always.”
Full Tilt is one of the books that is so difficult and challenging to read but totally worth it. A disarmingly beautiful, heart-wrenching love story in its purest form.
The story centers around Jonah Fletcher and Rapid Confession guitarist Kacey Dawson. These two met under unexpected circumstances one night when Kacey and her bandmates were in Las Vegas for a concert tour. She was drunk and wasted when Jonah took her to his house after he was asked by the group's bodyguard to take her away from the crowded scene. Their story started right when Kacey woke up on Jonah's couch and slowly got to know him better and formed an indescribable connection with him that she eventually realized that she no longer wanted to live in fame and booze but instead, she wanted to start anew and stay in Vegas.
I chose to read Full Tilt for two reasons: 1. It was highly recommended to me by my friend Hulya (click her name to read her beautiful review) and 2. I loved the cover and the blurb. Best choice I've ever made. The emotional whiplash I've experienced all throughout this book was so epic that I found myself lost in the story and unable to handle some parts that are just difficult to take in. The book was heartbreaking in so many ways. So raw and poignant.
The story came in with truly profound depth and impeccable writing. It's my first Emma Scott read and wow, her spectacular words hooked me straight away. What's also truly remarkable here was Kacey's transition from someone who lives in booze as her way of coping to someone who's changing herself for the better. It was so nice to see her making something out of herself and proving that she can stand on her own.
“My life was stale and shuttered until you. Colorless and drab until you. I kept my broken heart to myself, until you came and took it in your gentle hands and breathed life into it. Into me.”
I especially loved how Kacey and Jonah's romantic development progressed in a deep way I don't see very often. I loved how they supported each other and leaned on to one another. Kacey knew what she was getting herself into when she fell in love with Jonah but the fact that she continued to love him touched me so deeply.
Despite the unexplained emotions this book inevitably brought to me, it also brought life lessons: faith in life and love, the ability of a person to change for the better, and to appreciate every single thing life has to offer. Full Tilt was truly an unforgettable book. It was predictable, yes, and some scenes may be too abrupt to be real. But it's certainly one of the best emotionally-driven books I've come across. When the characters and everything that happened lingered in your mind way after finishing the book, you know you've read a great one.
“Being loved by you, Jonah... it's the greatest honor of my life.”
May 18, 2018
5 “I have never cried as much while reading a book” Stars
➽ FULL REVIEW NOW POSTED:
First buddy-read with Jessica. FINALLY. 💖
If you think after a week of reading this book I don’t start tearing up every time I think about it, you are dead wrong. I have never felt this emotional because of a book, like not even Bright Side by Kim Holden which already says a fucking lot. Emma Scott has become a favorite author and I will be reading everything she has and will put out there.
I am gonna be super honest and say in the first 30% of the book I wasn’t completely invested, I couldn’t feel the connection. But little by little without realizing it BAM MY HEART WAS IN THE SLEEVE. This is such a subtle masterpiece, is not epic or something I have never read before, but the way my feelings were played was fucking fantastic. Also, this book has my two top book boyfriends at the momentwho happen to be brothers, weird much Sara?.
This book had everything I wish for in a romance. CHEMISTRY, SEXUAL TENSION, HEARTBREAK, OVERLOAD OF EMOTIONS, PASSION, LOVABLE CHARACTERS, HOTNESS, AND A STORYLINE THAT REMAINS WITH ME.
I feel like I want to talk more in depth about certain things but at the same time, I want other readers to experience this blindly. So from here on, I will put spoilers with apparent overuse of capitals. Sorry, not sorry. I cannot write eloquently when it comes to books I love, but if I re-read this in the future, which will happen, I will edit this review to a better version.
If you love books that make you feel like me, read this.
Pre-reading thoughts:
Chan recommended this to me and I have the feeling this is the one I am gonna love. FINGERS CROSSED.💖 BEST RECOMMENDATION SHE HAS GIVEN ME.
"You are not a drop in the ocean. You are the entire ocean in a drop.” I looked at Kacey sitting beside me. She is not merely an ocean. She is an entire universe."
➽ FULL REVIEW NOW POSTED:
First buddy-read with Jessica. FINALLY. 💖
If you think after a week of reading this book I don’t start tearing up every time I think about it, you are dead wrong. I have never felt this emotional because of a book, like not even Bright Side by Kim Holden which already says a fucking lot. Emma Scott has become a favorite author and I will be reading everything she has and will put out there.
I am gonna be super honest and say in the first 30% of the book I wasn’t completely invested, I couldn’t feel the connection. But little by little without realizing it BAM MY HEART WAS IN THE SLEEVE. This is such a subtle masterpiece, is not epic or something I have never read before, but the way my feelings were played was fucking fantastic. Also, this book has my two top book boyfriends at the moment
This book had everything I wish for in a romance. CHEMISTRY, SEXUAL TENSION, HEARTBREAK, OVERLOAD OF EMOTIONS, PASSION, LOVABLE CHARACTERS, HOTNESS, AND A STORYLINE THAT REMAINS WITH ME.
I feel like I want to talk more in depth about certain things but at the same time, I want other readers to experience this blindly. So from here on, I will put spoilers with apparent overuse of capitals. Sorry, not sorry. I cannot write eloquently when it comes to books I love, but if I re-read this in the future, which will happen, I will edit this review to a better version.
If you love books that make you feel like me, read this.
Pre-reading thoughts:
Chan recommended this to me and I have the feeling this is the one I am gonna love. FINGERS CROSSED.💖 BEST RECOMMENDATION SHE HAS GIVEN ME.
Want to read
January 23, 2021Celebrating my birthday by reading a book that's guaranteed to destroy my life. ✨
It's called self care
July 1, 2016
Title: Full Tilt
Series: Full Tilt #1
Author: Emma Scott
Release date: June 28, 2016
Cliffhanger: No
HEA
Full Tilt is a story that will reverberate in me for a long time. I feel like I've read my fair share of tear jerkers this year and they've been incredible hard hitters. I've been punched in the gut and unable to breathe past the huge knot swelling in my throat. So when I started reading this, I was determined to put on my armor and not allow myself to feel too much. I was going to cruise through this book with my eyes wide open that it would be sad, but I'd deal and let it slide off my back. That didn't happen. Emma Scott...*shakes fist* what have you done to me?
3 AM...
sniffling...
sobbing...
making grotesque faces trying to keep quiet...
I went there. I was wrecked and ruined and laying in a soggy heap.
Even with my walls put up, I couldn't help but fall for the beautiful soul named Jonah. From your first meeting you know that he sees the world as one of missed opportunities. A mixture of desperation and numbness filling him until he wants to scream but he has to stay silent. He has to soldier on and hold himself together for his family who want him to be happy. So he suffers his present walk in life and works toward his one and only goal. A legacy. He's a gifted industrial artist who doesn't have time for anything except the beautiful glass art he creates.
Kacey is a musician on the precipice of fame. But success and money can't heal the hole in heart heart that eats away at her. She's in a tailspin towards destruction when she meets Jonah.
Drinking, sex with random men, and partying are her preferred methods of forgetting the abandonment and lack of love from her parents. By all counts, they were on separate paths and never should have connected. But when does love ever arrive when it's convenient? Drawn together no matter how wrong it might be, they hurtled toward the abyss in front of them. Not knowing if it would swallow them up or be their salvation.
Their future was uncertain. There was no room for guarantees, wasted words, or unused spaces. The more pages I read, the more my heart collapsed in on itself. How could any good come of what they were risking? Their love should have been devastating, but it lifted them up and made them better for experiencing it. Made me better.
She owned me. No other woman had ever made me feel like this: undone, completely unraveled and yet complete. Kacey made me whole. Healthy. Invincible. And my body was desperate to show her.
Full Tilt is a story you just soak up and let it expand in you. It fills you up with a hundred emotions and makes you hurt and want to fly all at once. I'm sitting here days after finishing this story and my eyes are welling up with tears again just thinking about Emma Scott's impactful love story. Would I recommend this if you're looking for some light reading? Most definitely not. This is a book for those looking for something unique, something unconventional that will really make you think.
This is my first book by this author and I know without a doubt I will be reading more in the future. Her writing was distinct, colorful, and rich with beautiful imagery. I was fully immersed and surrounded by the world she created. The following one in the series titled All In comes out in October. I look forward to seeing these characters find healing in their future.
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July 21, 2016
One Million Stars *******
(ARC provided by Netgalley)
A life changing read! I feel like this book was written out of a piece of my heart. The beauty that pours out of the pages of this novel took ownership of all my smiles, and all my tears. This book is an absolute MUST READ!!!!!!
Kacey Dawson is a Rockstar on the cusp of stardom. Together with her band, they have been successfully selling records and performing non-stop all over the country. But Kacey's heart feels empty, her loneliness is eating at her. Every night she tries to find purpose in the bottom of a bottle, and companionship in the arms of strange men, but in the light of day, her mistakes only add more weight to her already heavy heart.
Jonah Fletcher is just a guy with a borrowed heart. He is getting weaker by the day, but one thing he has is courage and he will be the one to come and save Kacey from drowning.
When Kacey meets Jonah, she knows him as simply the limo driver in charge of driving her around, but on a particularly bad night, this handsome man will change her world around forever.
Jonah doesn't have a lot of time, all his focus and energy is devoted to finishing his glass installation. He has a perfectly crafted schedule that he follows every day to help him achieve his goal. He has been hiding under all that planning, and avoiding the darkness that's been looming around him.
Kacey came into Jonah's life like an unexpected burst of color. She's making him feel again after being numbed for so long. The love between them was like an explosion that took down every wall they had built around their hearts, and giving them both the most beautiful gift of all...hope.
I remember reading in the author's note; Emma saying how this book was not what she had planned to write next, but that the story was just begging to be written. After reading it, I totally understand what she means by that, this is a story that demands and captures not only your attention but also your heart and soul. Jonah and Kacey grabbed onto me and I really doubt they'll ever let me go.
The subject matter of this story could be considered as sad, but for me, it wasn't. This book made me feel painfully happy. My emotions were bursting out of me. I wanted to scream, cry, dance and laugh like a mad woman. That is the power of a beautifully written story, you find yourself happily lost inside those pages, and after you are done reading, you know some part of you will never be the same.
I will forever be an Emma Scott fan, and this book is my absolute, most favorite EVER!!!!
Please read it, don't miss out on the incredible beauty...
(ARC provided by Netgalley)
A life changing read! I feel like this book was written out of a piece of my heart. The beauty that pours out of the pages of this novel took ownership of all my smiles, and all my tears. This book is an absolute MUST READ!!!!!!
Kacey Dawson is a Rockstar on the cusp of stardom. Together with her band, they have been successfully selling records and performing non-stop all over the country. But Kacey's heart feels empty, her loneliness is eating at her. Every night she tries to find purpose in the bottom of a bottle, and companionship in the arms of strange men, but in the light of day, her mistakes only add more weight to her already heavy heart.
Jonah Fletcher is just a guy with a borrowed heart. He is getting weaker by the day, but one thing he has is courage and he will be the one to come and save Kacey from drowning.
When Kacey meets Jonah, she knows him as simply the limo driver in charge of driving her around, but on a particularly bad night, this handsome man will change her world around forever.
Jonah doesn't have a lot of time, all his focus and energy is devoted to finishing his glass installation. He has a perfectly crafted schedule that he follows every day to help him achieve his goal. He has been hiding under all that planning, and avoiding the darkness that's been looming around him.
Kacey came into Jonah's life like an unexpected burst of color. She's making him feel again after being numbed for so long. The love between them was like an explosion that took down every wall they had built around their hearts, and giving them both the most beautiful gift of all...hope.
I remember reading in the author's note; Emma saying how this book was not what she had planned to write next, but that the story was just begging to be written. After reading it, I totally understand what she means by that, this is a story that demands and captures not only your attention but also your heart and soul. Jonah and Kacey grabbed onto me and I really doubt they'll ever let me go.
The subject matter of this story could be considered as sad, but for me, it wasn't. This book made me feel painfully happy. My emotions were bursting out of me. I wanted to scream, cry, dance and laugh like a mad woman. That is the power of a beautifully written story, you find yourself happily lost inside those pages, and after you are done reading, you know some part of you will never be the same.
I will forever be an Emma Scott fan, and this book is my absolute, most favorite EVER!!!!
Please read it, don't miss out on the incredible beauty...
September 6, 2016
Genre: Contemporary Romance
Type: Standalone Book 1 of 2 from Full Tilt series
POV: First Person - Dual
Rating:
Kasey Dawson was the guitarist of Rapid Confession, a band on the verge of stardom. With fame, came the downward spiral of rock and roll lifestyle that was threatening everything she worked for. She started to lose who she was inside until someone helped her see that she was so much more.
Jonah Fletcher was an upcoming glass artisan. With a major exhibit closing in, he worked hard to make a mark by sticking to his rigid schedule. When Kasey came barreling into his life, he saw there's something more to life than just leaving a legacy. They both needed each other to realize what the most important thing in life is and make it worth a lifetime.
I wanted to read this book for quite a while and glad finally had the chance to do so because I'm a sucker for ugly crying books. This book is not exactly ugly crying for me but a crying one none the less so that made me happy haha!
Jonah was a good guy who would make it easy for anyone to fall for him. He focused on the tasks he put forth to forget what's inevitable. He built a wall because he thought it would be easier for him and everyone else. Yet, he wasn't selfish and opened up his heart to a lost soul when he found one.
I love Kasey as much as Jonah - which is rare for me when it comes to heroines. She willingly jumped into the relationship knowing how far it would go.
I love how symbiotic their relationship was. They needed each other to distract them from sinking into their personal pit. But as much as I love them, my favorite character was Theo, his brother. I don't want to elaborate much but his situation made me feel protective of him.
Full Tilt is a story of a couple finding and living for each other, appreciating their time together to make it worthwhile. It's sad but also made you appreciate a life that isn't bound by a schedule.
Note:
I have major reservation with book 2. I don’t know how I would feel with them like that. But of course, I still want to read it hmmph! Lol!
⚔ ☘ ⚔ . . . (F)BR With Loyda . . . ⚔ ☘ ⚔
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Type: Standalone Book 1 of 2 from Full Tilt series
POV: First Person - Dual
Rating:
Kasey Dawson was the guitarist of Rapid Confession, a band on the verge of stardom. With fame, came the downward spiral of rock and roll lifestyle that was threatening everything she worked for. She started to lose who she was inside until someone helped her see that she was so much more.
Jonah Fletcher was an upcoming glass artisan. With a major exhibit closing in, he worked hard to make a mark by sticking to his rigid schedule. When Kasey came barreling into his life, he saw there's something more to life than just leaving a legacy. They both needed each other to realize what the most important thing in life is and make it worth a lifetime.
I wanted to read this book for quite a while and glad finally had the chance to do so because I'm a sucker for ugly crying books. This book is not exactly ugly crying for me but a crying one none the less so that made me happy haha!
Jonah had some magic quality about him that let me feel like myself.
Jonah was a good guy who would make it easy for anyone to fall for him. He focused on the tasks he put forth to forget what's inevitable. He built a wall because he thought it would be easier for him and everyone else. Yet, he wasn't selfish and opened up his heart to a lost soul when he found one.
I love Kasey as much as Jonah - which is rare for me when it comes to heroines. She willingly jumped into the relationship knowing how far it would go.
The solidity of him calmed me more. Not his anger, that was a shield between himself and the world, but what lay beneath.
I love how symbiotic their relationship was. They needed each other to distract them from sinking into their personal pit. But as much as I love them, my favorite character was Theo, his brother. I don't want to elaborate much but his situation made me feel protective of him.
No more living life halfway. We had to go full tilt, just like the card players did.
Full Tilt is a story of a couple finding and living for each other, appreciating their time together to make it worthwhile. It's sad but also made you appreciate a life that isn't bound by a schedule.
Note:
I have major reservation with book 2. I don’t know how I would feel with them like that. But of course, I still want to read it hmmph! Lol!
⚔ ☘ ⚔ . . . (F)BR With Loyda . . . ⚔ ☘ ⚔
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