There are moments in our lives when we meet someone for the first time, and know we are changed forever. But is a soul connection a strong enough reason to turn your back on everything standing in your way? Jessie and Jeremy are two teens in the early 1980s who, by all standards, fall into young love. What should only be a crush turns into something stronger ad deeper, causing them to question every decision in their adolescent lives. When Jeremy has to go away for college, what will become of him and Jessie? Will he jeopardize his future to stay with her? Matthew is a present-day teacher engaged to his college girlfriend. Long before he proposed to Mel, he began to question whether he was making the right decision...but he never imagined walking away until the moment Emily entered his life. These four lives beautifully intertwine in a story that will leave you believing true love can overcome any obstacle.
This is a beautiful love story, with all the emotions to hook you from the beginning. I could not put this book down and read it all in one day. I was immediately captivated and transported into Jessie and Jeremy's world in the 1980's, and back to the present while reading Matthew and Emily's story. The transitions between stories were written very well, and I eagerly read each chapter. I was emotionally involved with each storyline, and I could not wait to read what would happen next with each couple. I wish I could share more without giving away important details of the story, but I will say that this was a book I wanted to discuss with others as soon as I finished it!
I would recommend this book to anyone who enjoys a good love story. The characters are developed well, the dialogue is authentic and the scenarios are believable. I can't wait to read more from this author!