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Shards of You and Me
He’s the bad influence they’re always warning us about.
And I’m the girl who should know better.
Hunter Reed is off limits. Not only because he’s a walking grenade who talks with his fists but because he doesn’t worship the right God.
We grew up adjacent, not together. Our houses are divided by a creek, but our lives are divided by our prejudices, our pain, and a religion I don’t have the courage to leave. But lately I find myself unable to look away from him. He’s seeping in, becoming the best and worst parts of this small-town life. And I have no idea what to do with these feelings growing inside me.
Whatever this is between us, it’s going to destroy us both…
Annie Wilson is a Jehovah’s Witness, a good girl, and deeply unhappy. Everyone can see that. She’s just too busy knocking on people’s doors to realise it. But there’s a shift in her lately. She’s waking up and getting curious about the world she’s been shielded from. And of all the people she could turn to during her rebellious stage, she picks me.
I don’t know why I play along. Maybe to stop her from doing something she’ll regret. But where’s the line? Because there’s no coming back from the place we’re headed.
Annie can pray all she wants, but no God of hers can save us from each other…
Shards of You and Me is a high-angst stand-alone forbidden romance packed with family drama. It contains language and themes intended for mature readers.
Trigger warnings: Child sexual abuse and alcoholism.
And I’m the girl who should know better.
Hunter Reed is off limits. Not only because he’s a walking grenade who talks with his fists but because he doesn’t worship the right God.
We grew up adjacent, not together. Our houses are divided by a creek, but our lives are divided by our prejudices, our pain, and a religion I don’t have the courage to leave. But lately I find myself unable to look away from him. He’s seeping in, becoming the best and worst parts of this small-town life. And I have no idea what to do with these feelings growing inside me.
Whatever this is between us, it’s going to destroy us both…
Annie Wilson is a Jehovah’s Witness, a good girl, and deeply unhappy. Everyone can see that. She’s just too busy knocking on people’s doors to realise it. But there’s a shift in her lately. She’s waking up and getting curious about the world she’s been shielded from. And of all the people she could turn to during her rebellious stage, she picks me.
I don’t know why I play along. Maybe to stop her from doing something she’ll regret. But where’s the line? Because there’s no coming back from the place we’re headed.
Annie can pray all she wants, but no God of hers can save us from each other…
Shards of You and Me is a high-angst stand-alone forbidden romance packed with family drama. It contains language and themes intended for mature readers.
Trigger warnings: Child sexual abuse and alcoholism.
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Tanya Bird
24 books492 followersTanya Bird is a RUBY award-winning author who lives in Brisbane with her hubby, three lively boys, a quirky greyhound, and a lazy whippet. Amid the chaos, she writes across a range romance sub-genres including historical, contemporary, and speculative. She is best known for her dark worldbuilding and high-emotion storytelling. A lover of horses, pancakes, and satire, Tanya dreams of one day attacking her rather long bucket list.
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April 12, 2023
this was excellent. holy shit.
incredibly unique and emotional, i am truly mesmerised by this book. from the very start, i was enamoured, and challenged. this whole book poses so many philosophical questions regarding religion and conservation, as well as what is deemed right for one to do in complex situations. i was constantly contemplating and thinking throughout the entire read, and i fucking love it when a book makes me do this. it also stirred up so much emotion behind their decisions, so you could really feel how difficult certain things were to do.
it was angsty and so page turning. i didn’t stop. there are few moments of semblance, constantly counteracted by devastation in varied forms, yet it wasn’t excessive or overtly dramatic - simply upholding the challenging lives faced by both annie and hunter.
i loved our protagonists. i thought they were equally complex, both given narratives beyond their stunning, empathic romance that added another layer of depth to their overall relationship. they traversed through uncharted territories of emotions, whilst also having to manage their home lives that were far from pleasant. there was work that had to be done on both parts, and it’s was so sweet to watch how their love bloomed out of something that was always unconditional.
great themes. great symbolism. just a fantastic book. i cant wait to meet ms tanya bird and rare and bow down to her.
incredibly unique and emotional, i am truly mesmerised by this book. from the very start, i was enamoured, and challenged. this whole book poses so many philosophical questions regarding religion and conservation, as well as what is deemed right for one to do in complex situations. i was constantly contemplating and thinking throughout the entire read, and i fucking love it when a book makes me do this. it also stirred up so much emotion behind their decisions, so you could really feel how difficult certain things were to do.
it was angsty and so page turning. i didn’t stop. there are few moments of semblance, constantly counteracted by devastation in varied forms, yet it wasn’t excessive or overtly dramatic - simply upholding the challenging lives faced by both annie and hunter.
i loved our protagonists. i thought they were equally complex, both given narratives beyond their stunning, empathic romance that added another layer of depth to their overall relationship. they traversed through uncharted territories of emotions, whilst also having to manage their home lives that were far from pleasant. there was work that had to be done on both parts, and it’s was so sweet to watch how their love bloomed out of something that was always unconditional.
great themes. great symbolism. just a fantastic book. i cant wait to meet ms tanya bird and rare and bow down to her.
July 22, 2022
I enjoyed reading this unique storyline about one family’s struggle with their jehovah witness religion, that learning how strong their beliefs are can affect a persons whole life and how different people can’t see that just because we don’t all follow the same religion we are being blasphemous. This book was very emotional, tragic and heartbreaking. It opened my eyes to understand now when a JW knocks on my door I will try to understand their religion and how possibly not all of them are happy and not is what it seems on the surface. In a way a bubble is wrapped tightly around Annie and she was ready to burst and Hunter is her saviour. I certainly will be reading more books by Tanya and you need to pick this book up, if only to become a better more understanding person!
July 3, 2022
I received an ARC of this wonderful book in my inbox yesterday !
Did I start reading straight away whilst trying to attempt work? Yes !
Did I stay up till I finished reading ? Also yes !
Tanya weaves worlds that fill us with so much hope for Hunter and Annie .
And boy do they need it .
The book gave an interesting insight into Jehovah’s Witness , one I never expected to want to delve into.
But I did wholeheartedly , it was concise and wasn’t overloaded with it .
Hunter and Annie deserve the world !
Thankyou Tanya for this book so much , I devoured it and loved every single heartbeat moment .
Did I start reading straight away whilst trying to attempt work? Yes !
Did I stay up till I finished reading ? Also yes !
Tanya weaves worlds that fill us with so much hope for Hunter and Annie .
And boy do they need it .
The book gave an interesting insight into Jehovah’s Witness , one I never expected to want to delve into.
But I did wholeheartedly , it was concise and wasn’t overloaded with it .
Hunter and Annie deserve the world !
Thankyou Tanya for this book so much , I devoured it and loved every single heartbeat moment .
July 24, 2022
Im gonna be honest when I say I didn't expect to love this book. It is lightyears from what I usually read so I started it half hearted to write my first not good review for one of Tanyas book.
Well, wasn't I wrong. I loved every page and as always when I find myself reading one of her books I didn't want to leave it from my hands until it was finished. It is different yes but also filled with such great moments and lines that made me laugh. I found myself smiling in one page only to worry in the next.
I absolutely loved it and I'd read it again and again. Thank you so much for this ARC copy. Took me longer than I expected to actually start it but thats on me.
Also the cover is 100/10 perfect.
Well, wasn't I wrong. I loved every page and as always when I find myself reading one of her books I didn't want to leave it from my hands until it was finished. It is different yes but also filled with such great moments and lines that made me laugh. I found myself smiling in one page only to worry in the next.
I absolutely loved it and I'd read it again and again. Thank you so much for this ARC copy. Took me longer than I expected to actually start it but thats on me.
Also the cover is 100/10 perfect.
July 18, 2025
I… lived this book. No, literally - this was my exact experience. I was born a Jehovah’s Witness just like Annie, and went through virtually the entire journey she goes through in this book.
I didn’t expect this to be so triggering. It’s been 9 years since I left, so the wound has scabbed over a bit, but this completely reopened it. I had to call off of work because I was so emotional. I’m not mad about it.
It gave me such a fresh perspective — I remembered how utterly miserable I was spending my entire childhood in a cult and the euphoria that came with the freedom once I escaped it.
This reignited the fire of gratitude for my freedom that I had when I first left.
I sobbed through this entire book. Even if you aren’t an ex-JW, it’s such a wonderful read.
I’ve put off this review for so long because I feel like I can’t ever truly express how much this book means to me. Maybe I’ll add more later on… but god, I love this book.
I didn’t expect this to be so triggering. It’s been 9 years since I left, so the wound has scabbed over a bit, but this completely reopened it. I had to call off of work because I was so emotional. I’m not mad about it.
It gave me such a fresh perspective — I remembered how utterly miserable I was spending my entire childhood in a cult and the euphoria that came with the freedom once I escaped it.
This reignited the fire of gratitude for my freedom that I had when I first left.
I sobbed through this entire book. Even if you aren’t an ex-JW, it’s such a wonderful read.
I’ve put off this review for so long because I feel like I can’t ever truly express how much this book means to me. Maybe I’ll add more later on… but god, I love this book.
July 12, 2022
I received an ARC of this book from Tanya Bird, every time I read one of Tanya’s books I think it is the best. This book is no different, once I started reading I couldn’t put the book down. Tanya has a way of making you feel part of the story, you feel all the emotions, from tears to laughter.
I loved Hunter and Annie’s story, the struggles Annie had with her faith and upbringing in the Jehovah’s Witness faith and Hunter with his alcoholic father and the loss of his mother.
Their journey to happiness was a rollercoaster of emotions.
I can’t wait to see what Tanya writes next.
This is a must read for all
I loved Hunter and Annie’s story, the struggles Annie had with her faith and upbringing in the Jehovah’s Witness faith and Hunter with his alcoholic father and the loss of his mother.
Their journey to happiness was a rollercoaster of emotions.
I can’t wait to see what Tanya writes next.
This is a must read for all
July 10, 2022
"Misaligned Broken Bones"
Heartfelt. Real. Truthful. Honest.
Tanya Bird has a way with showing the reader the incredibly deep love story of Annie and Hunter, who trudge through signifant stumbling blocks that tear them apart. Annie's devout and strict lifestyle as a Jehovah's Witness restricts Hunter's admission to her body, but not her soul. But he doesn't want her to throw away her life, family, and organization just for him. If she's going to walk away, she has to walk away for herself. But Hunter has his own family problems, and soon those will shed light on a new chapter in his life too. Annie and Hunter are both on a mission to create a life worth living. But can they do that together? Or must they watch each other from afar?
Annie is the epitome of forgiveness and understanding. And that's exactly what Hunter needs. Hunter just doesn't care what anyone else thinks, protective, and even sometimes stupid, but that's precisely what Annie needs. But they are both broken, they are in shards. Can they piece them together to fit one another?
I incredibly admire the way Tanya Bird touched on the Jehovah's Witness organization with respect and tact, while also telling Annie's profound story. Everyone has a story that is uniquely their own, and this...this is Annie's (and Hunter's) story.
Heartfelt. Real. Truthful. Honest.
Tanya Bird has a way with showing the reader the incredibly deep love story of Annie and Hunter, who trudge through signifant stumbling blocks that tear them apart. Annie's devout and strict lifestyle as a Jehovah's Witness restricts Hunter's admission to her body, but not her soul. But he doesn't want her to throw away her life, family, and organization just for him. If she's going to walk away, she has to walk away for herself. But Hunter has his own family problems, and soon those will shed light on a new chapter in his life too. Annie and Hunter are both on a mission to create a life worth living. But can they do that together? Or must they watch each other from afar?
Annie is the epitome of forgiveness and understanding. And that's exactly what Hunter needs. Hunter just doesn't care what anyone else thinks, protective, and even sometimes stupid, but that's precisely what Annie needs. But they are both broken, they are in shards. Can they piece them together to fit one another?
I incredibly admire the way Tanya Bird touched on the Jehovah's Witness organization with respect and tact, while also telling Annie's profound story. Everyone has a story that is uniquely their own, and this...this is Annie's (and Hunter's) story.
September 29, 2022
This book brings the feels.
I was very curious to read a story about a Jehovah's Witness MC and a bad boy love interest.
It made me laugh and cry. It was raw and real. I loved the dual POV and Hunter, despite his flaws, was such a great character.
The two most difficult scenes were:
MC and parent discuss a sibling who was abused by a boy in their religious community.
An older man preys upon the naïve MC and you're just crying for her to wake up and be smart.
Also, seeing how the JW religion abused its members, and Annie was hard at times, but very well done.
The intimate moments do fade to black, but there is a good bit of angst. Tanya gives just enough details to pack a gut punch. At times, I wish there had been more details throughout the story.
I really enjoyed the farm moments and family interactions.
Spoiler alert:
I disagreed with the story's message that cohabitation and sex outside of marriage is a sinless lifestyle, however, marriage is part of the HEA. Both characters begin a life together of their own choosing and find happiness, which ends up being completely devoid of any relationship to God. They're just two people living a happy life and trying to rebuild the families that were broken.
I didn't much like that Hunter tried a sexual relationship to see if he was over Annie... but I count it as another of his mistakes and admire how he did wait for Annie and stay true to her after that moment.
Annie also had a moment where she kissed a boy she was going with, to see if she still had feelings for Hunter. Again... a very realistic thing that happens to a lot of young people... these two aren't perfect. They're broken, and that's why it's called "Shards of You and Me."
I was very glad to see the two of them find happiness together, and know that they have the opportunity to create their own normal family in a life that should have so much more meaning and joy that just serving as a mission ground as the JWs see it.
Still, as a Christian, I wanted better for the two of them throughout and yet, I've also seen how those abused by a church or religion carry a trauma that puts them right where Annie was. So I was able to empathize.
This couple will stick with me for some time.
I was very curious to read a story about a Jehovah's Witness MC and a bad boy love interest.
It made me laugh and cry. It was raw and real. I loved the dual POV and Hunter, despite his flaws, was such a great character.
The two most difficult scenes were:
MC and parent discuss a sibling who was abused by a boy in their religious community.
An older man preys upon the naïve MC and you're just crying for her to wake up and be smart.
Also, seeing how the JW religion abused its members, and Annie was hard at times, but very well done.
The intimate moments do fade to black, but there is a good bit of angst. Tanya gives just enough details to pack a gut punch. At times, I wish there had been more details throughout the story.
I really enjoyed the farm moments and family interactions.
Spoiler alert:
I disagreed with the story's message that cohabitation and sex outside of marriage is a sinless lifestyle, however, marriage is part of the HEA. Both characters begin a life together of their own choosing and find happiness, which ends up being completely devoid of any relationship to God. They're just two people living a happy life and trying to rebuild the families that were broken.
I didn't much like that Hunter tried a sexual relationship to see if he was over Annie... but I count it as another of his mistakes and admire how he did wait for Annie and stay true to her after that moment.
Annie also had a moment where she kissed a boy she was going with, to see if she still had feelings for Hunter. Again... a very realistic thing that happens to a lot of young people... these two aren't perfect. They're broken, and that's why it's called "Shards of You and Me."
I was very glad to see the two of them find happiness together, and know that they have the opportunity to create their own normal family in a life that should have so much more meaning and joy that just serving as a mission ground as the JWs see it.
Still, as a Christian, I wanted better for the two of them throughout and yet, I've also seen how those abused by a church or religion carry a trauma that puts them right where Annie was. So I was able to empathize.
This couple will stick with me for some time.
August 25, 2025
OMG the longing, the angst, the suffering... And the longing. It was utterly captivating. Tanya is a master of this, and as usual she did not disappoint (I'd the longing in this one was even greater?).
I'm coming out from yet another re-read of the Companion series. I like so much the writing style, plot and character development that I usually pick up a new book from the author after my latest (yearly) read of the series. I haven't found a series to the same level yet, but this book was still thoroughly enjoyable.
That last plot twist, when it seems that nothing more can happen was almost too much.
One of the reasons why it's missing a star is because it was way more explicit than her regular level. Some things were just too much.
But the humor (and so many other things) were on point.
As always, time will tell if it's worth rereading and if Annie and Hunter will get to me as Aldara and Tyron.
Right now, my order would be this:
Complete Companion series (but especially the three first books) >>>>>>>>> Defender of Walls trilogy (although I didn't like the second book much, but loved the first and third) >>>>>>>>> this book >>>>> the first of the Roman series. I didn't connect so I didn't continue reading that series, nor the court series (yet, at least). We'll see what happens!!
I'm coming out from yet another re-read of the Companion series. I like so much the writing style, plot and character development that I usually pick up a new book from the author after my latest (yearly) read of the series. I haven't found a series to the same level yet, but this book was still thoroughly enjoyable.
That last plot twist, when it seems that nothing more can happen was almost too much.
One of the reasons why it's missing a star is because it was way more explicit than her regular level. Some things were just too much.
But the humor (and so many other things) were on point.
As always, time will tell if it's worth rereading and if Annie and Hunter will get to me as Aldara and Tyron.
Right now, my order would be this:
Complete Companion series (but especially the three first books) >>>>>>>>> Defender of Walls trilogy (although I didn't like the second book much, but loved the first and third) >>>>>>>>> this book >>>>> the first of the Roman series. I didn't connect so I didn't continue reading that series, nor the court series (yet, at least). We'll see what happens!!
July 3, 2022
Tanya Bird has done it again! This books is truly filled with angst and just so many feels. I read it in one sitting and wish there was more but could not put it down. I love her writing and although I had to google some words, it was so fun. Annie Wilson is a 18yr Jehovah Witness who lives with her mom. Hunter Reed is the aggressive boy from school and neighbor who has a lot to deal with on a daily basis and who thinks Annie’s religion—is close to a cult. Their story is slow and just the right speed and in my opinion Hunter is amazing with Annie. He is patient and gives her
space and letting her grow, and also in choosing for her self—even as he hurts. I fell in love with Hunter, he grew up to be such an amazing human. Annie, is torn between what she is been thought her whole life and a chance to live her life on her own terms…and then there is Hunter.
A story about love and bravery and devotion for each other. Again, such an amazing story because tht is what Tanya provides, the most amazing worlds that I never thought about and yet whole heart Ly enjoyed and devoured. I want More! Thank you, Tanya for creating such an amazing world for me to spend my Saturday immersed in.
space and letting her grow, and also in choosing for her self—even as he hurts. I fell in love with Hunter, he grew up to be such an amazing human. Annie, is torn between what she is been thought her whole life and a chance to live her life on her own terms…and then there is Hunter.
A story about love and bravery and devotion for each other. Again, such an amazing story because tht is what Tanya provides, the most amazing worlds that I never thought about and yet whole heart Ly enjoyed and devoured. I want More! Thank you, Tanya for creating such an amazing world for me to spend my Saturday immersed in.
July 12, 2022
Tanya Bird is one of my absolute favorite authors. I will read anything she writes. I'm so thankful to be on her early reviewers team and was surprised that she was so nervous about releasing this book. I loved it just as much as her other books, maybe even more. It is a very drawn out love story with many hardships but it is so so worth it. If you want something light and sweet look elsewhere. This one is full of angst, passion, heartache and undying love. There were times I couldn't believe the choices Hunter was making, I wanted to scream at him but ultimately he makes the right decisions. Annie needed to grow and see things for herself. Hunter's true love and devotion to her is what makes this love story so wonderful. My only complaint is the lack of conversation between the sisters. I was waiting for a really well done heart felt talk between the two explaining more of what happened to Bridget. I highly recommend this story if you love romances that break your heart a little to then fill it back up again.
January 22, 2023
wow.
that was really fucking powerful. and very sad. the main characters only reached their happy ending right at the end, after literally years of struggle, debate and heartache. this book tackles some really hard topics including child molestation, religion and moving away from religion, and the impact both have on people, growing and old. it was sad, full of family, and showed just how powerful love is. i found myself nearly having to dnf this book many times, only because the strength of the religious beliefs of some of the main characters, as the were/are jehovahs witneses, and as someone who attend a catholic primary school, a lot of the guilt and shaming resonated with me. this was less a romance that a powerful novel about family and growth, but the romance is definitely still a large aspect of it. i loved all of the characters, and i think they were all very well developed and complex. check this book out!
that was really fucking powerful. and very sad. the main characters only reached their happy ending right at the end, after literally years of struggle, debate and heartache. this book tackles some really hard topics including child molestation, religion and moving away from religion, and the impact both have on people, growing and old. it was sad, full of family, and showed just how powerful love is. i found myself nearly having to dnf this book many times, only because the strength of the religious beliefs of some of the main characters, as the were/are jehovahs witneses, and as someone who attend a catholic primary school, a lot of the guilt and shaming resonated with me. this was less a romance that a powerful novel about family and growth, but the romance is definitely still a large aspect of it. i loved all of the characters, and i think they were all very well developed and complex. check this book out!
July 7, 2022
4.5! I wish Goodreads gave half stars because this is def more than a 4. Wasn’t quite a 5 star for me. Some of the ways Hunter says things in the beginning did rub me wrong but I think it shows the shoe on the other foot & how people react/think. I thought Tanya did a great job between the balance of romance & the religion aspect without it coming off as bashing Jdubs or being strictly about that. I don’t know, the more I think bout this book the more I like it because it’s honest, raw & real. I always wondered about Jehovah Witnesses & I liked knowing more bout the inner workings. I think Annie was a strong character who just kept growing through out the whole book, along with Hunter. To leave everything you’ve ever been taught & to live is inspiring.
CW: Drinking, undescriptive sex scenes (not quite fade to black but very close)
CW: Drinking, undescriptive sex scenes (not quite fade to black but very close)
July 9, 2022
Yet another one of Tanya Birds books to get totally lost in. The story will grab you as soon as you start, and keep you thinking about it right until you finish the last page. In a different genre than most other books of Tanya Bird this time, the same writing style, humour, characters that you just cant help but fall in love with, make for a perfect read that I finished in no time.
Its interesting to get a small look inside of the jehovah witness scene, but at the same time theres a way broader world the story plays in.
If youre in for a romantic read with strong female characters, humour, and a plot you cant wait to get back to, I wouldnt wait any longer and start reading Shards of me now!
Its interesting to get a small look inside of the jehovah witness scene, but at the same time theres a way broader world the story plays in.
If youre in for a romantic read with strong female characters, humour, and a plot you cant wait to get back to, I wouldnt wait any longer and start reading Shards of me now!
July 12, 2022
I’d say it was a quick and easy read, but it was only quick as I devoured it. It wasn’t easy because it also devoured and preyed upon my heart and emotions. Tanya has such a way of gutting you, stealing your heart, crushing your emotions and then putting them all back together again as you say thank you and ask for more. What a ride!
I’ve read everything by Tanya Bird and I have never been disappointed. This one is special though. It will have you in your feels the whole book.
If you’re familiar with her writing then I’ll have to warn you this one is grittier and more raw. Also more language in this one but it has purpose and reason, not just someone trying to make a word count. Read it. You won’t be disappointed.
I’ve read everything by Tanya Bird and I have never been disappointed. This one is special though. It will have you in your feels the whole book.
If you’re familiar with her writing then I’ll have to warn you this one is grittier and more raw. Also more language in this one but it has purpose and reason, not just someone trying to make a word count. Read it. You won’t be disappointed.
July 14, 2022
This book was soooo good and I couldn't put it down. I stayed up late finishing it and when my 6 year old woke me up at 530 am that morning I did not regret a thing!
Tanya has such a way with creating characters that are flawed but still so likeable and relatable. I loved seeing Annie and Hunters story unfold and it gave my heart a few good twists along the way.
Annie is so understanding and kind but still has this quiet strength that I really loved about her.
There is some good back and forth banter between the two that was good for some chuckles and it offered good light moments between some of the heavier topics.
Definitely my favorite read so far this year and I highly highly recommend it!
Tanya has such a way with creating characters that are flawed but still so likeable and relatable. I loved seeing Annie and Hunters story unfold and it gave my heart a few good twists along the way.
Annie is so understanding and kind but still has this quiet strength that I really loved about her.
There is some good back and forth banter between the two that was good for some chuckles and it offered good light moments between some of the heavier topics.
Definitely my favorite read so far this year and I highly highly recommend it!
July 13, 2022
Shards of You and Me was so hard to put down. Make sure you have a day set aside with few interruptions if possible. Hunter and Annie were so easy to love as characters and their friends as loveable as they were. I loved the slow development of their relationship and growth as people. It felt as if you really got to know them and the personal conflicts people face as they find their way through environments not of their own making. Families, friends, relationships, forgiveness and finding a place of understanding was thoroughly explored and it is a book that will stay with me for sure. It is a book I will be revisiting again.
July 16, 2022
Tanya Bird is by far my favorite author. I love everything she writes. Receiving an ARC of this book, I was aware that this story would be a little different from the other ones, but boy oh boy was is ever good.
I read this book within a couple of days. I could not get enough of Annie and Hunter. Having members of own family being part of the Jehovah Witness religion and also loosing a brother to a drunk driver, I found the writing around that to be spot on. This book had me laughing one minute and crying the next. And if you were raised in the 80's and 90's, your going to love it even more.
I read this book within a couple of days. I could not get enough of Annie and Hunter. Having members of own family being part of the Jehovah Witness religion and also loosing a brother to a drunk driver, I found the writing around that to be spot on. This book had me laughing one minute and crying the next. And if you were raised in the 80's and 90's, your going to love it even more.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
July 12, 2022
Ahhhh I LOVED IT! I want to reread Shards of You and Me right now! I love this story. I can’t imagine the challenges and choices some people have to make for love! It has you think a lot about love and family relationships and balancing religion. Pulls at your heartstrings but makes you laugh throughout!
July 15, 2022
This was such a beautiful read. It's been a while since I felt this calm and all around happy after finishing a book.
I know it deals with very real problems and the author does a good job of telling that story and showing all the difficulties that come with it, but there's underlaying hope from beginning to end.
Can't wait to read more from this author.
I know it deals with very real problems and the author does a good job of telling that story and showing all the difficulties that come with it, but there's underlaying hope from beginning to end.
Can't wait to read more from this author.
July 19, 2022
Years ago I worked along side a woman who was a Jehovah’s Witness. She occasionally would share some of the struggles she had about trying to date within her faith…her choices were limited to much younger men. This book, and Annie’s character, gave me new insight to the demanding faith my co-worker was trying to balance along with working her 2 jobs….she must’ve been exhausted.
July 29, 2022
Every Time!
Tanya slays at her writing skills every time. I love reading her books over and over again. This is very different from other things I’ve read and I loved the new world I got to live in over the course of reading this novel.
Her other books are amazing too! The Royal Companion series and Defender of Walls trilogy are my favorites.
Thanks Tanya!
Tanya slays at her writing skills every time. I love reading her books over and over again. This is very different from other things I’ve read and I loved the new world I got to live in over the course of reading this novel.
Her other books are amazing too! The Royal Companion series and Defender of Walls trilogy are my favorites.
Thanks Tanya!
July 14, 2022
Funny. Heartbreaking. Inspiring.
Tanya Bird has gone from strength to strength, cementing herself as one of my all time favourite authors (alongside Matthew Reilly and Jodie Picoult).
Definitely recommending.
Tanya Bird has gone from strength to strength, cementing herself as one of my all time favourite authors (alongside Matthew Reilly and Jodie Picoult).
Definitely recommending.
July 19, 2022
I'm not going to lie and tell you that this is an easy love story because it isn't. So much is stacked against them. What I will tell you is that you will fall in love with each and every character and you will find the ending that Annie and Hunter deserved - for a very long time.
May 29, 2023
I won’t be telling my employer when I was reading this great book - can’t say I was very productive as I couldn’t put this down! Well developed characters and an interesting story line kept me turning the pages. Thanks for a terrific read Tanya Bird!
July 12, 2022
An enlightening journey with an end that makes everything worth it! I really enjoyed the book and found I couldn’t put it down. This author never disappoints!
July 18, 2022
3.5 stars… well written and engaging
July 18, 2022
Great book!
Anything by Tanya Bird is worth the read!
Anything by Tanya Bird is worth the read!
September 10, 2022
Sweet story, enjoyed reading about the characters finding who they wanted to be as they grew up
September 25, 2022
Yes
Read it in a day, y’all. And I’m a stingy five star reviewer, reserved for the books that change me so this four star is pretty golden. Highly recommend.
Read it in a day, y’all. And I’m a stingy five star reviewer, reserved for the books that change me so this four star is pretty golden. Highly recommend.
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