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Dreams Trilogy #2
Glimmers of Me
Lennon James.
The girl next door. My little sister’s best friend. I’d known the brilliant, funny, shy beauty my entire life.
Falling in love with her wasn’t a choice. It was destiny.
When tragedy struck, and our lives were turned upside down, I knew we were going to be okay. We had each other. Together we could make it through anything.
Falling in love with the girl who marched to the beat of her own drum was one thing I never regretted.
Sometimes the biggest obstacles are the things you never see coming. Fate had plans of its own.
While I was trying to hold on to the girl who’d stolen my heart, the universe seemed destined to tear us apart.
The girl next door. My little sister’s best friend. I’d known the brilliant, funny, shy beauty my entire life.
Falling in love with her wasn’t a choice. It was destiny.
When tragedy struck, and our lives were turned upside down, I knew we were going to be okay. We had each other. Together we could make it through anything.
Falling in love with the girl who marched to the beat of her own drum was one thing I never regretted.
Sometimes the biggest obstacles are the things you never see coming. Fate had plans of its own.
While I was trying to hold on to the girl who’d stolen my heart, the universe seemed destined to tear us apart.
378 pages, Kindle Edition
Published August 4, 2022
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About the author
Carina Adams
26 books835 followersCarina Adams, an Amazon and international best selling author, is an avid reader who loves the epic and unconventional, has an unhealthy obsession with Stanley Tucci, loves the sound of Johnny Cash, is the crazy friend your mom warned you about, has a heart and soul as black as the coffee she drinks, believes you’ll see her compete on Survivor one day, and hopes to go through the stones and find Jamie Fraser.
Carina has been writing and creating characters for as long as she can remember, allowing her to fall in love with the next man of her dreams with every new story. None of which are anything like boring Prince Charming.
Thankfully, fate stepped in and granted her the ultimate wish—a life full of men. Carina lives in a tiny Maine town with her biker-turned-businessman husband who keeps her on her toes and their two heathens who made her realize that wicked chicks do, indeed, lay deviled eggs.
Carina is currently working on two novels: Echoes of Us, the final installment of the Dreams Trilogy and 'Stones' a heartbreakingly beautiful tale of second chance love.
Carina loves to hear from her readers. carinaadamswrites@gmail.com
Carina is represented by SBR Media. For inquiries regarding foreign rights, audio, and other media outlets, please contact Katie Monson at katie@sbrmedia.com
Books:
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Carina has been writing and creating characters for as long as she can remember, allowing her to fall in love with the next man of her dreams with every new story. None of which are anything like boring Prince Charming.
Thankfully, fate stepped in and granted her the ultimate wish—a life full of men. Carina lives in a tiny Maine town with her biker-turned-businessman husband who keeps her on her toes and their two heathens who made her realize that wicked chicks do, indeed, lay deviled eggs.
Carina is currently working on two novels: Echoes of Us, the final installment of the Dreams Trilogy and 'Stones' a heartbreakingly beautiful tale of second chance love.
Carina loves to hear from her readers. carinaadamswrites@gmail.com
Carina is represented by SBR Media. For inquiries regarding foreign rights, audio, and other media outlets, please contact Katie Monson at katie@sbrmedia.com
Books:
Bama Boys Series:
Bastards Of Boston MC:
Standalones:
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August 14, 2022
This trilogy is shaping up to be some of the most emotional books I've ever read. Lennon and Dean have such a big and epic love, and even though they are young and literally everything and almost everyone under the sun is against them, they are fighting against all odds to really be together. This addition in the series answers some questions the first book gave questions to, and left us with even more heartbreaking possibilities. To say I'm obsessed with this group of friends and this series is an understatement.
Because this is a trilogy, this whole book is a spoiler, so I won't mention about anything that takes place. But I will say to have tissues ready so you can prepare yourself; there's some truly tender moments infused with some hilarious ones, and the lowest of lows that will make your soul just ache. This couple is hell bound and heaven proof all at once.
If you haven't checked out this series or this author, you need to know! You won't regret it!
**I received an ARC of this book and these are my honest opinions **
Because this is a trilogy, this whole book is a spoiler, so I won't mention about anything that takes place. But I will say to have tissues ready so you can prepare yourself; there's some truly tender moments infused with some hilarious ones, and the lowest of lows that will make your soul just ache. This couple is hell bound and heaven proof all at once.
If you haven't checked out this series or this author, you need to know! You won't regret it!
**I received an ARC of this book and these are my honest opinions **
August 3, 2022
5 Amazing Stars
Review by Jen Skewes
I love this series so much. I have read and loved all of Carina Adams’ books and for me personally this is her best one yet. This book will bring the tears and heartache, as well as the smiles but it is all so worth it. This is the type of books the stays with you long after your finished reading it. I finished it days ago and my mind is still consumed with these characters and what they will face in the next book. Ms. Adams managed to pull at my hearts strings many times. An emotional roller coaster where many tears were shed. But this book is not all heartache and pain. We still see the happy moments times, the times that will make you smile and laugh.
This book starts off in the present, continuing where we left off in Dreams of You. We see Len dealing with the recent announcement and how Dean deals with her reaction to it all. And the Ms. Adams takes us back to the past, to the moment that changed their lives forever. We see the aftermath of the tragic accident. We see them grieve, try to move on and navigate the next year of their lives. Dean’s life has taken an unexpected tun, Tate is carrying guilt around and Len is just trying to move on one day at time. Life is not easy for any of them right now. But they all have each other to lean on and get through it. We see moments between Len and Dean that will melt your heart. We see and feel the depth of their love for each other. And it is so beautiful to watch.
There is so much growth in this book, especially for Tate and Len. This book is not just Dean and Len’s love story. The supporting characters are just as important as they are. Which brings me to Tate. I will scream it from the rooftops!! I love Tate Griffin! He has been Dean’s best friend from day one, but the friendship he has with Len will make you smile. They have this amazingly beautiful friendship that just made my heart happy.
I couldn’t wait for this book but I decided that I did not want to devour it in one sitting. I wanted to take my time. I knew it would be an emotional roller coaster where I needed to take short breaks at times. But I think at the same time I also wanted to savor every word and every moment of this book. When I was finished I did not know what to do with myself. My mind was completely occupied with these characters. I felt every bit of pain and heartache they went through. I cried when they cried I smiled when they smiled. I was completely immersed in their world. I felt their love deep down in my soul. These characters, Dean, Len, Tate, Dylan, are the ones that will stay with you forever. Their story will affect you in ways that many other stories haven’t. They are not perfect. They all have their flaws and screw ups just like everyone else. Which is what makes them so relatable. But when they love, they love hard. They are a family who despite those flaws and screw ups, love each other unconditionally. And that is what makes this series so beautiful.
Ms. Adams knows how to bring the angst. She knows how to make you fall so deeply in love with her characters and their love that you feel it every emotion they go through. Her flawless writing will suck you in from the very beginning, never wanting to let go. I cannot wait to see what comes next and how they move on and deal with the next chapters of their lives. But I am also preparing myself for another roller coaster of emotions. And I know that she will tug on my heart strings even more. She may even completely obliterate it. But I trust that she will put it back together again with a pretty bow around it. Because no matter what they go through, Dean and Lennon were meant to love each other until the end of time.
Review by Jen Skewes
I love this series so much. I have read and loved all of Carina Adams’ books and for me personally this is her best one yet. This book will bring the tears and heartache, as well as the smiles but it is all so worth it. This is the type of books the stays with you long after your finished reading it. I finished it days ago and my mind is still consumed with these characters and what they will face in the next book. Ms. Adams managed to pull at my hearts strings many times. An emotional roller coaster where many tears were shed. But this book is not all heartache and pain. We still see the happy moments times, the times that will make you smile and laugh.
This book starts off in the present, continuing where we left off in Dreams of You. We see Len dealing with the recent announcement and how Dean deals with her reaction to it all. And the Ms. Adams takes us back to the past, to the moment that changed their lives forever. We see the aftermath of the tragic accident. We see them grieve, try to move on and navigate the next year of their lives. Dean’s life has taken an unexpected tun, Tate is carrying guilt around and Len is just trying to move on one day at time. Life is not easy for any of them right now. But they all have each other to lean on and get through it. We see moments between Len and Dean that will melt your heart. We see and feel the depth of their love for each other. And it is so beautiful to watch.
There is so much growth in this book, especially for Tate and Len. This book is not just Dean and Len’s love story. The supporting characters are just as important as they are. Which brings me to Tate. I will scream it from the rooftops!! I love Tate Griffin! He has been Dean’s best friend from day one, but the friendship he has with Len will make you smile. They have this amazingly beautiful friendship that just made my heart happy.
I couldn’t wait for this book but I decided that I did not want to devour it in one sitting. I wanted to take my time. I knew it would be an emotional roller coaster where I needed to take short breaks at times. But I think at the same time I also wanted to savor every word and every moment of this book. When I was finished I did not know what to do with myself. My mind was completely occupied with these characters. I felt every bit of pain and heartache they went through. I cried when they cried I smiled when they smiled. I was completely immersed in their world. I felt their love deep down in my soul. These characters, Dean, Len, Tate, Dylan, are the ones that will stay with you forever. Their story will affect you in ways that many other stories haven’t. They are not perfect. They all have their flaws and screw ups just like everyone else. Which is what makes them so relatable. But when they love, they love hard. They are a family who despite those flaws and screw ups, love each other unconditionally. And that is what makes this series so beautiful.
Ms. Adams knows how to bring the angst. She knows how to make you fall so deeply in love with her characters and their love that you feel it every emotion they go through. Her flawless writing will suck you in from the very beginning, never wanting to let go. I cannot wait to see what comes next and how they move on and deal with the next chapters of their lives. But I am also preparing myself for another roller coaster of emotions. And I know that she will tug on my heart strings even more. She may even completely obliterate it. But I trust that she will put it back together again with a pretty bow around it. Because no matter what they go through, Dean and Lennon were meant to love each other until the end of time.
August 5, 2022
5 Star Review of Glimmers of Me (The Dreams Trilogy #2) by Carina Adams
Glimmers of Me is the second book in Ms.Adams trilogy and is the continuation of Lennon and Dean’s story and oh what a story it was. From the first chapter I was hooked in their story. Id you haven’t read the first book, Dreams of You then STOP. This trilogy must be read in order.
This was an emotional roller coaster of a read; well written with characters who you cannot help but be drawn to. Ms.Adams has written such an emotional story, heart breaking at times, raw and gritty.
The love that Lennon and Dean have is soul deep, their connection strong and it will be tested time and again. It is realistic and brought me to tears at times as they embark on a journey that will be rocky.
Glimmers of Me is the second book in Ms.Adams trilogy and is the continuation of Lennon and Dean’s story and oh what a story it was. From the first chapter I was hooked in their story. Id you haven’t read the first book, Dreams of You then STOP. This trilogy must be read in order.
This was an emotional roller coaster of a read; well written with characters who you cannot help but be drawn to. Ms.Adams has written such an emotional story, heart breaking at times, raw and gritty.
The love that Lennon and Dean have is soul deep, their connection strong and it will be tested time and again. It is realistic and brought me to tears at times as they embark on a journey that will be rocky.
April 19, 2025
3.5-4 ⭐️'s
This was sort of a hard read for me with being left in the dark about a lot of events and then going all the way back to the past to get filled in. Luckily, I didn’t get too bored.
All of them have gone through a lot and I loved how they all pulled together and supported each other especially at such a young age.
There’s an interesting change of events that also pulled at your heart strings even though I cannot imagine any teenagers doing that!
That ending was a doozy in the first book, so I knew this one would have a lot of heart break…and I loved that. I really enjoyed the three book story and was happy getting some answers.
Now, let’s see what’s really going on in Echoes of Us, the third and final book.
This was sort of a hard read for me with being left in the dark about a lot of events and then going all the way back to the past to get filled in. Luckily, I didn’t get too bored.
All of them have gone through a lot and I loved how they all pulled together and supported each other especially at such a young age.
There’s an interesting change of events that also pulled at your heart strings even though I cannot imagine any teenagers doing that!
That ending was a doozy in the first book, so I knew this one would have a lot of heart break…and I loved that. I really enjoyed the three book story and was happy getting some answers.
Now, let’s see what’s really going on in Echoes of Us, the third and final book.
August 3, 2022
Glimmers of Me is the 2nd book in the Dreams Trilogy. Glimmers picks up where book 1 ended. I did not want to put this book down! I have been addicted to the story of Dean and Lennon from the first page of book 1 ❤️ Since I read Dreams of You (book 1) these characters have been stuck in my head. I keep thinking about them and wondering where their story will go next.
I adore the friendships of each of the characters 🥰 they have an amazing bond and look out for one another. Each of the characters are on a journey of trying to find themselves and coping with monumental losses. Grief is tricky and we all experience it differently.
Glimmers had me experience every emotion under the Sun and I loved every moment.
This is a trilogy, so read Dreams of You first. You do not want to miss this out on this spectacular series 🤩
**I am a lucky reader who received an advanced copy of Glimmers of Me in exchange for an honest review**
I adore the friendships of each of the characters 🥰 they have an amazing bond and look out for one another. Each of the characters are on a journey of trying to find themselves and coping with monumental losses. Grief is tricky and we all experience it differently.
Glimmers had me experience every emotion under the Sun and I loved every moment.
This is a trilogy, so read Dreams of You first. You do not want to miss this out on this spectacular series 🤩
**I am a lucky reader who received an advanced copy of Glimmers of Me in exchange for an honest review**
August 5, 2022
This entire series so far has had me so deep into my emotions. I don't think i have ever cried so much over a story i have read. I say that not as a bad thing but truly as a good one. Carina nailed every single aspect of relatable with this story. Len and Dean and the rest of the group are such a true life set of characters that this book goes beyond a story. I honestly think that these characters and this story line could be a valuable piece of help to others experiencing similar events in their own lives. The ease of which i was able to relate Lennon's grief phases to my own amazed me. The events are different but the feelings that honestly all of these characters share, well it can allow the reader to feel ok in their own actions. It is quite hard to put this into words because no one has ever hit these emotional moments so perfectly. Others have come close, but man when i say therapist on speed dial- this book made me look into my own traumas and allow so much pent up emotion to flow. If i could give higher rating than 5 star i absolutely would. I can not wait for book 3.
August 4, 2022
Glimmers Of Me is the 2nd book of the Dreams trilogy, and picks up where book 1 left off. I quite literally (and without an ounce of guilt) neglected my husband and children for an entire day to immerse myself in Lennon and Dean’s world again. I could sit here all day and talk about how much I love this book and this series, but here’s a quick rundown:
1. Soooo many swoon-worthy moments
2. The best fictional group of friends I’ve ever read about
3. Steamy romance
4. Multiple book boyfriends (Seriously. Good luck picking just one.)
Without giving too much away, Glimmers Of Me picks up where the first book left off with the fab 5 mourning multiple losses. Grief and depression are such heavy topics to write about, but Carina did so with such grace. She truly honored the characters and what they are going through, and their experience (both individually and as a group) was so beautifully written. This story and these characters will live in my heart forever.
1,000% recommend!
1. Soooo many swoon-worthy moments
2. The best fictional group of friends I’ve ever read about
3. Steamy romance
4. Multiple book boyfriends (Seriously. Good luck picking just one.)
Without giving too much away, Glimmers Of Me picks up where the first book left off with the fab 5 mourning multiple losses. Grief and depression are such heavy topics to write about, but Carina did so with such grace. She truly honored the characters and what they are going through, and their experience (both individually and as a group) was so beautifully written. This story and these characters will live in my heart forever.
1,000% recommend!
August 3, 2022
Move over ANGSTY authors we have a new Queen in the house! I laughed, I loved, I cried, I stewed, I wanted to throat punch, but most of all my heart hurt for every character in this story. This is a book/series that will be reread just so I can experience truly great storytelling over, and over again.
It's rare that an author comes along and provokes that sharp heart aching feeling in my chest that Carina invoked to my soul. This story is immersive and I am OBSESSED! I can't say to much a out the story without giving anything away. Just know that this series will be in my top 10 for life. I need signed copies of it yesterday! I can only hope to meet Carina one day and let her know how much of an emotional wreck she made me, and has a fan for life.
It's rare that an author comes along and provokes that sharp heart aching feeling in my chest that Carina invoked to my soul. This story is immersive and I am OBSESSED! I can't say to much a out the story without giving anything away. Just know that this series will be in my top 10 for life. I need signed copies of it yesterday! I can only hope to meet Carina one day and let her know how much of an emotional wreck she made me, and has a fan for life.
January 15, 2023
Then.Now.Until the end of time.
My head and my heart hurt. I think I’ve cried every last tear from my body today and I kinda hate Carina Adams right now.
Who was Lennon James if she wasn’t in love with Dean Cullen?
I need book 3. I need closure. I need a hug. Maybe a drink. No, I know what I need but I can’t say it here because SPOILERS 😭💔
My head and my heart hurt. I think I’ve cried every last tear from my body today and I kinda hate Carina Adams right now.
Who was Lennon James if she wasn’t in love with Dean Cullen?
I need book 3. I need closure. I need a hug. Maybe a drink. No, I know what I need but I can’t say it here because SPOILERS 😭💔
August 14, 2022
Don't ask me to choose a favorite book in this series because I can't. Even without having read the third and last book, I know this trilogy will be a favorite forever in my heart. Glimmers of Me builds up the magic, and heartfelt emotions shared in Dreams of You. It's the slow and emotional middle between a gut-wrenching start and what promises to be an epic ending of an unconditional love story.
Carina Adams writes beautifully about injustice, paralyzing pain, tragedy, finding purpose, and the battle between wants and reality. Her words connect with raw feelings and rip tears. She brings issues to light and makes you feel the characters' emotions as if they were your own. That's how powerful her writing is.
I believe people must jump blindly into this story (please note that the books must be read in order). It's special and much needed in times when life goes sideways and takes wrong turns. It is incredibly insightful into grief, which is never linear and takes many forms. As painful as some of the scenes are, this is a story that gives hope.
Dean and Lennon are meant to be. So don't mind me, I'll be here rooting for them until the end.
Carina Adams writes beautifully about injustice, paralyzing pain, tragedy, finding purpose, and the battle between wants and reality. Her words connect with raw feelings and rip tears. She brings issues to light and makes you feel the characters' emotions as if they were your own. That's how powerful her writing is.
I believe people must jump blindly into this story (please note that the books must be read in order). It's special and much needed in times when life goes sideways and takes wrong turns. It is incredibly insightful into grief, which is never linear and takes many forms. As painful as some of the scenes are, this is a story that gives hope.
Dean and Lennon are meant to be. So don't mind me, I'll be here rooting for them until the end.
August 14, 2022
Love these books
Wow, I have really loved these books. Ugh, I cried so much for Shaun, and Tate. I also want to point out the fact the guys have a good friend in Jenna. I know she was more than that to one of them, but I love that she's a good friend to the guys ,and also nice to Len,and Dylan. It's so refreshing to get this in a story, we always have the mean, jealous girl like Chelsea, so this was really a nice change from the usual. Okay, I have two things I did not like at all that I have to point out. 1st, I read the authors note at the end of the book, and I know it tells us that Tasha is grieving, and she's taking it out on Len. Well, I don't like that. I don't believe that's true,and i feel like you're trying to give her an out. She was a HUGE b**ch before they passed. She went off on Dean, told him to break up with Len, then she grounded him took his phone to keep them apart because he wouldn't. It says that everyone in the adults circle were surprised and upset with Tasha, and avoiding her. This was all BEFORE the accident. You would think she would have obviously spoken to Len's parents about it since she loved them so much, and Trevor had gone over, and spoken to Dean, and then on Len's birthday they told her the rules. It's weird to me, but I don't agree that its because she's grieving. Okay now the 2nd thing that is pissing me off. I know Len's a good girl, and a people pleaser, I get it. But, in present time Len's older obviously, and I like how she called Dean,but spoke with Joan. I loved what she said to Joan to pass on to Dean and what's her face. I was very disappointed though reading about Len, when Dylan picked her up. Come on, give me a break!! This was right after finding out, and speaking with Joan. No one is that good of a person NO ONE! I feel Dylan's reactions are spot on. I'm sorry, but you have to be GUTTED, but she wants to have a nice convo with Briar, and let her know to take care of him,and how great he is. OH MY FREAKING GOSH NO!!!!!!!! Just no!! Also, good for Tate for questioning Dean about Len just trusting him blindly with out questions and explanations. Like seriously he didn't warn Len that it was going to happen!?!? Screw him. Seriously I need Lennon to put her self first, and to be mad, really,really mad. I'm worried that I'm going to stop rooting for them. I mean so far they really aren't even together, and that must continue since his career has taken off. I love these books, and characters, I just don't know if I can continue to root for Dean and Lennon. I'm curious about time line. Like from them getting married to the present (now) what's the year span?? Really great books, as you can read I have some strong feelings about them. Only a great book can do that.
Wow, I have really loved these books. Ugh, I cried so much for Shaun, and Tate. I also want to point out the fact the guys have a good friend in Jenna. I know she was more than that to one of them, but I love that she's a good friend to the guys ,and also nice to Len,and Dylan. It's so refreshing to get this in a story, we always have the mean, jealous girl like Chelsea, so this was really a nice change from the usual. Okay, I have two things I did not like at all that I have to point out. 1st, I read the authors note at the end of the book, and I know it tells us that Tasha is grieving, and she's taking it out on Len. Well, I don't like that. I don't believe that's true,and i feel like you're trying to give her an out. She was a HUGE b**ch before they passed. She went off on Dean, told him to break up with Len, then she grounded him took his phone to keep them apart because he wouldn't. It says that everyone in the adults circle were surprised and upset with Tasha, and avoiding her. This was all BEFORE the accident. You would think she would have obviously spoken to Len's parents about it since she loved them so much, and Trevor had gone over, and spoken to Dean, and then on Len's birthday they told her the rules. It's weird to me, but I don't agree that its because she's grieving. Okay now the 2nd thing that is pissing me off. I know Len's a good girl, and a people pleaser, I get it. But, in present time Len's older obviously, and I like how she called Dean,but spoke with Joan. I loved what she said to Joan to pass on to Dean and what's her face. I was very disappointed though reading about Len, when Dylan picked her up. Come on, give me a break!! This was right after finding out, and speaking with Joan. No one is that good of a person NO ONE! I feel Dylan's reactions are spot on. I'm sorry, but you have to be GUTTED, but she wants to have a nice convo with Briar, and let her know to take care of him,and how great he is. OH MY FREAKING GOSH NO!!!!!!!! Just no!! Also, good for Tate for questioning Dean about Len just trusting him blindly with out questions and explanations. Like seriously he didn't warn Len that it was going to happen!?!? Screw him. Seriously I need Lennon to put her self first, and to be mad, really,really mad. I'm worried that I'm going to stop rooting for them. I mean so far they really aren't even together, and that must continue since his career has taken off. I love these books, and characters, I just don't know if I can continue to root for Dean and Lennon. I'm curious about time line. Like from them getting married to the present (now) what's the year span?? Really great books, as you can read I have some strong feelings about them. Only a great book can do that.
August 5, 2022
Be ready for a lot!
I absolutely love a book told on dual timelines and dual perspectives. It starts present day, switches to the past, then returns to the present day. I LOOOOVE that this book gives you a recap of the end of the first book. It does add more but gives the reminder of what happened.
There is a lot of sadness in this book but our FMC is really trying to find her way after her world is flipped upside down. She’s trying to find her place. I know you are going to question some of the adults decision in this, but keep in mind that this is a story, not real life. It’s still a good story. It all comes back to a core group of friends.
I absolutely love a book told on dual timelines and dual perspectives. It starts present day, switches to the past, then returns to the present day. I LOOOOVE that this book gives you a recap of the end of the first book. It does add more but gives the reminder of what happened.
There is a lot of sadness in this book but our FMC is really trying to find her way after her world is flipped upside down. She’s trying to find her place. I know you are going to question some of the adults decision in this, but keep in mind that this is a story, not real life. It’s still a good story. It all comes back to a core group of friends.
August 5, 2022
I was given an ARC copy of this book for an honest review.
Glimmers of Me is the second book in the Dreams trilogy. I recommend waiting to read all of the books at the same time because believe me you WON’T want to put them down! Carina has a way of writing that gives you all the “feels.” You will laugh, cry, curse and root for these characters.
This book gives more background on the characters and then leads the reader right back to present day and leaves you wanting more.
LOVED this book! Please keep writing Carina!!
Glimmers of Me is the second book in the Dreams trilogy. I recommend waiting to read all of the books at the same time because believe me you WON’T want to put them down! Carina has a way of writing that gives you all the “feels.” You will laugh, cry, curse and root for these characters.
This book gives more background on the characters and then leads the reader right back to present day and leaves you wanting more.
LOVED this book! Please keep writing Carina!!
September 16, 2022
Omg
So in Love this with serieSeries... its been a tear jerker, heart breaker, most loving story. With some of the strongest friendships someone could ever build. I Heart absolutely broke when Shawn died and then Lenny's parents. Oh and then the anger when Dean left. I get why he went but she needed him. Lenny's is such a strong brave young lady. Oh boy but did the anger ever return when Dean got engaged to that other woman, I was as mad as Lenny. But hopefully in the last book Dean will pull his head out of his butt and realize what he has before he throws it all away. Can't wait for the next book.
So in Love this with serieSeries... its been a tear jerker, heart breaker, most loving story. With some of the strongest friendships someone could ever build. I Heart absolutely broke when Shawn died and then Lenny's parents. Oh and then the anger when Dean left. I get why he went but she needed him. Lenny's is such a strong brave young lady. Oh boy but did the anger ever return when Dean got engaged to that other woman, I was as mad as Lenny. But hopefully in the last book Dean will pull his head out of his butt and realize what he has before he throws it all away. Can't wait for the next book.
January 12, 2023
Rollercoaster of emotions
I hate this book. I hate it because it made me cry. This book does not have happily ever after in it. I'm hoping we get it but right now I hate Cullen. I feel for Lennon. She's been through so much and deserves the world. I hope one day we'll get a Tate book because it is much need.
All the tears I cried while reading this. I'm not okay
I hate this book. I hate it because it made me cry. This book does not have happily ever after in it. I'm hoping we get it but right now I hate Cullen. I feel for Lennon. She's been through so much and deserves the world. I hope one day we'll get a Tate book because it is much need.
All the tears I cried while reading this. I'm not okay
August 4, 2022
Man oh man!! This book sent me on a nail biting and emotional roller coaster. I absolutely love Lennon! Dean makes me want to jump in the book and slap him silly. I loved this book. Can not wait for the third I need to know what happens!!
August 5, 2022
This is book 2 in the Dreams Trilogy and it picks up exactly where book 1 ends. I don’t want to say too much incase it gives anything away but this book is just so sad with so much drama.
I cannot wait for book 3 to see how it all ends.
I cannot wait for book 3 to see how it all ends.
August 5, 2022
Great read!!
I can not wait until the third book. This story is so so good. I just love the connection these friends have.
I can not wait until the third book. This story is so so good. I just love the connection these friends have.
August 1, 2022
No words
Wow this book put me through the ringer. Feeling these characters grief and ‘watching’ them fight through it, it was rough. I’m glad we will have a light at the end of the tunnel, but man this journey is a roller coaster ride of emotions.
Wow this book put me through the ringer. Feeling these characters grief and ‘watching’ them fight through it, it was rough. I’m glad we will have a light at the end of the tunnel, but man this journey is a roller coaster ride of emotions.
August 9, 2022
This lady had some serious explaining to give me because I was furious about how her last book ended.
But not because I didn't love it, but because it ended in a cliffhanger... A huge one, if you ask me.
Carina Adams knows how to spike our interests. Her writing is raw and sweet with a touch of darkness into the mix.
Glimmers of Me is her latest release and it's the second book from the Dreams trilogy.
But guys, before you read this book, you need to read Dreams of You. Don't skip it because if you do, this new book will not make sense.
This book keeps exploring the lives of Dean and Lennon.
These two have known each other since they were kids.
Things happened and a relationship was formed that evolved into something more...
Oh my freaking God... Seriously?
I knew that this book was going to end in another cliffhanger but still...
Stellar plot, well written, super engaging, intense, and emotional...
It was a rollercoaster of emotions from the beginning till the end...
I laughed, I cried, I cursed, you name it...
There were parts of the book that I had to stop reading because my emotions were all over the place.
It was amazing to read this book because some questions that were left in the first book, were answered in this one, but new questions appeared and now I was left wanting...
I loved the fact that this book keeps telling us about the past, as well as the present, and I loved it even more because it focuses on real problems that could happen to you.
How can you overcome tragedy? How can you move on?What I also loved the most was the way true friendship is portrayed. I loved to see their friends interacting and having a fulcrum point in their lives.
I seriously recommend you to read this trilogy and I can't freaking wait for the next book.
Oh, Carina... Oh, my dear... That mind of yours is brilliant and the emotions you evoked in me...
And now, I was left wanting to read the next book.
Please, please don't take too long. I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book.
But not because I didn't love it, but because it ended in a cliffhanger... A huge one, if you ask me.
Carina Adams knows how to spike our interests. Her writing is raw and sweet with a touch of darkness into the mix.
Glimmers of Me is her latest release and it's the second book from the Dreams trilogy.
But guys, before you read this book, you need to read Dreams of You. Don't skip it because if you do, this new book will not make sense.
This book keeps exploring the lives of Dean and Lennon.
These two have known each other since they were kids.
Things happened and a relationship was formed that evolved into something more...
Oh my freaking God... Seriously?
I knew that this book was going to end in another cliffhanger but still...
Stellar plot, well written, super engaging, intense, and emotional...
It was a rollercoaster of emotions from the beginning till the end...
I laughed, I cried, I cursed, you name it...
There were parts of the book that I had to stop reading because my emotions were all over the place.
It was amazing to read this book because some questions that were left in the first book, were answered in this one, but new questions appeared and now I was left wanting...
I loved the fact that this book keeps telling us about the past, as well as the present, and I loved it even more because it focuses on real problems that could happen to you.
How can you overcome tragedy? How can you move on?What I also loved the most was the way true friendship is portrayed. I loved to see their friends interacting and having a fulcrum point in their lives.
I seriously recommend you to read this trilogy and I can't freaking wait for the next book.
Oh, Carina... Oh, my dear... That mind of yours is brilliant and the emotions you evoked in me...
And now, I was left wanting to read the next book.
Please, please don't take too long. I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book.
August 7, 2022
I received an ARC for an honest review.
This second installment of the Dreams trilogy was so good!! Seeing how they all cope with the tragedy at the end of book one and how they all grow and change from it was fabulous! Carina Adams sure knows how to create a story! All of these characters sure have my heart and it is definitely breaking for them!! I am also rooting for them!! I want nothing but the best for the characters. I also wish I could smack Dean upside his head! IYKYK! And as for Tate...... you'll just have to read and find out yourself!! So here is to hoping the last and final installment will give us some healing!!
This second installment of the Dreams trilogy was so good!! Seeing how they all cope with the tragedy at the end of book one and how they all grow and change from it was fabulous! Carina Adams sure knows how to create a story! All of these characters sure have my heart and it is definitely breaking for them!! I am also rooting for them!! I want nothing but the best for the characters. I also wish I could smack Dean upside his head! IYKYK! And as for Tate...... you'll just have to read and find out yourself!! So here is to hoping the last and final installment will give us some healing!!
August 17, 2022
I honestly could not wait til this book released because book one, Dreams of You, was soooo good & so heartbreaking, that I needed more. I needed answers. I decided to re-read Dreams right before this one released, because I wanted it fresh in my mind. Well let me tell you, it was so much more emotional the second time around, which then made me cry even more while reading Glimmers. I am so glad Glimmers started where Dreams left off. I’m still in love with these characters. I feel like I’m there with them. I feel their emotions, the love, the heartache, the humor. I don’t know how Carina did it, but I just melted into these books. My heart breaks for Lennon so darn much. She’s trying to be strong but she’s hurting so bad. And with Dean off doing his thing, she’s left trying to deal with it all somewhat alone. There are some good plot twists in this one. Some will make you smile so hard but some will make you want to jump through the book and either strangle someone or help them out. There’s so much more I want to say but don’t want to give too much away. Just read these books! I can’t wait for Echoes of Us to release!
August 6, 2022
She did it again! I was spellbound from the moment I started reading about my best friends. In my mind, I knew exactly what was going to unravel during this time. However, apparently I got the wrong memo 🤣I laughed, I cried, I laughed til I cried, then I ugly cried. I smiled hard, and fell more in love with these amazing people YOU created. watching Lenny start down the wrong path, I wasn’t sure she’d find her way back. But like the excellent friends they are, Tate and Shaun brought her home and made her whole again. Thankfully because dean is hell bent on making me wonder how the heck they stay in love. Watching Tate grow and lennon blossom was nothing short of beautiful. I could feel Shaun in every moment, working from the back ground, spreading his magic. I think part of me wishes he and Lenny had their moment. But I get it, I get it. If anything, I’m dying even more for book 3 because I need to know how this ends!!
And yes carina, we need Dylan’s book. So book 4. Okay? You can change it from a trilogy to a…. Quadrilogy?
Girl, you did it. Soak it up. This book answers prayers I didn’t know I had.
And yes carina, we need Dylan’s book. So book 4. Okay? You can change it from a trilogy to a…. Quadrilogy?
Girl, you did it. Soak it up. This book answers prayers I didn’t know I had.
August 8, 2022
Completely wrecked!
This book has wrecked me. I would read a few pages and had to put it down to compose myself from all the tears. The characters are loyal, caring, selfless and love each other to a fault. They are beautiful souls alone but together; they outshine everyone around them. This is book two of a trilogy that has my heart completely shattered. I am not sure how I can wait for the final book. Lennon and Dean fight for their love through a long-distance relationship that most of us would fail at. We are taken back to the tragedy that broke them. We find out so many answers and then hurt for the aftermath of that tragedy. Then, there is hope again and we find out just how much this group of friends will change their lives to honor the memory of their best friend.
I am getting emotional as I think of this book and can not wait for the final one. It took me a few extra days to complete because of the tears and because I needed to absorb the words.
This book has wrecked me. I would read a few pages and had to put it down to compose myself from all the tears. The characters are loyal, caring, selfless and love each other to a fault. They are beautiful souls alone but together; they outshine everyone around them. This is book two of a trilogy that has my heart completely shattered. I am not sure how I can wait for the final book. Lennon and Dean fight for their love through a long-distance relationship that most of us would fail at. We are taken back to the tragedy that broke them. We find out so many answers and then hurt for the aftermath of that tragedy. Then, there is hope again and we find out just how much this group of friends will change their lives to honor the memory of their best friend.
I am getting emotional as I think of this book and can not wait for the final one. It took me a few extra days to complete because of the tears and because I needed to absorb the words.
August 14, 2022
5 Hours: that’s how long it took for me to devour the 2nd book in Lennon and Dean’s (and Dylan and Shaun and Tate’s) heart-breaking love story. I am overwhelmed by the fragility and grace that these characters continue to display. Love can almost destroy you before it helps you evolve into the best version of yourself. If I had a printed copy, it would have highlighted lines on almost every page. Adams doesn’t waste a word. Even her note to her readers moved me.
September 26, 2022
I have no idea how to do this review.
I knew this was going to be hard. Total raw emotion that carina adams drags out of me every single time I read her.
Lennon James and Dean Cullen are two of my favourite characters ever. In all the books I’ve read, these two are at the top of my list.
Glimmers; like shards of mirror scattered across the floor. That’s how I feel, broken. I need the next book to put me back together. December is way too long away. So in dreams of you, we saw them come together, find love, live through the unspeakable. Then glimmers we saw them love at a distance because there was no one else for either of them.
My heart was In my mouth the whole time, I’m sure it stopped at one point and I know that Echoes of Us is going to be the same. But the masochist in me NEEDS that book. It NEEDS the ending.
If you love a romance through the ages then this is definitely for you. If you’ve never read Carina before then be prepared to be torn apart then bit by bit she’ll put you back into one piece.
Lennon and Dean are just tragically beautiful together and you’ll be on the sidelines cheering them on, but silently cursing the amazing carina for breaking you at the same time.
A massive five stars and highly recommend starting this series. I beg you not to wait for the trilogy to be completed because you’re seriously missing out if you do.
I knew this was going to be hard. Total raw emotion that carina adams drags out of me every single time I read her.
Lennon James and Dean Cullen are two of my favourite characters ever. In all the books I’ve read, these two are at the top of my list.
Glimmers; like shards of mirror scattered across the floor. That’s how I feel, broken. I need the next book to put me back together. December is way too long away. So in dreams of you, we saw them come together, find love, live through the unspeakable. Then glimmers we saw them love at a distance because there was no one else for either of them.
My heart was In my mouth the whole time, I’m sure it stopped at one point and I know that Echoes of Us is going to be the same. But the masochist in me NEEDS that book. It NEEDS the ending.
If you love a romance through the ages then this is definitely for you. If you’ve never read Carina before then be prepared to be torn apart then bit by bit she’ll put you back into one piece.
Lennon and Dean are just tragically beautiful together and you’ll be on the sidelines cheering them on, but silently cursing the amazing carina for breaking you at the same time.
A massive five stars and highly recommend starting this series. I beg you not to wait for the trilogy to be completed because you’re seriously missing out if you do.
August 7, 2022
Glimmers of Me is the next instalment in the Dreams Trilogy and it’s the continuation of Lennon and Dean’s journey. A word of warning do not pick this book up if you haven’t read Dreams of You !!!!!!
Ms Adams has once again given us a journey to get our teeth into, it’s raw and gritty, it’s emotional yet entertaining but more importantly it’s a unconditional love story.
Lennon and Dean’s connection goes way deeper than love, they are soulmates but once again they find their love tested to their limits as they grieve and try their best to move on with the next chapter of their life……
This is a very special read that will certainly stay with me long after the final word was read, I was an emotional reck but I couldn’t put this book down, I needed to savour each word but I wanted to know the ending, I cried as joined this couple on their at times heartbreaking journey but now I’m excited to see what next in the final book in this beautifully written, heartbreaking trilogy. Ms Adams tells it as it is, she spares no one in this trilogy about love, tragedy and injustice.
Ms Adams has once again given us a journey to get our teeth into, it’s raw and gritty, it’s emotional yet entertaining but more importantly it’s a unconditional love story.
Lennon and Dean’s connection goes way deeper than love, they are soulmates but once again they find their love tested to their limits as they grieve and try their best to move on with the next chapter of their life……
This is a very special read that will certainly stay with me long after the final word was read, I was an emotional reck but I couldn’t put this book down, I needed to savour each word but I wanted to know the ending, I cried as joined this couple on their at times heartbreaking journey but now I’m excited to see what next in the final book in this beautifully written, heartbreaking trilogy. Ms Adams tells it as it is, she spares no one in this trilogy about love, tragedy and injustice.
August 11, 2022
I absolutely loved this 2nd book in the series!! It was nice to get some backstory on Lennon and why she does what she does. This book fell in line with where we left on the last one. It was full of so many emotions. I felt like I was on a roller coaster, but in a good way. Books that take you on an emotional journey are my favorite. I love this series, and can't wait for book 3!! What a journey so far. Lennon truly is one of the most selfless people, she gives up so much for those she loves. Hope those certain people realize it soon! Dean I'm still a little mad at him, so hopefully he changes my mind in book 3. Love these characters, and can't wait to see what lies ahead for them!
August 12, 2022
I've always said if a book can make you laugh or make you cry, then you know its going to be great...this did both.
Carina perfectly understands the time needed to grieve and the impact loss has on so many lives and that comes across in her writing.
I fell for the characters even more in Glimmers of Me and I can't wait for the next instalment.
If you haven't read this book, then I 1000% recommend you do. Its beautifully written.
Carina perfectly understands the time needed to grieve and the impact loss has on so many lives and that comes across in her writing.
I fell for the characters even more in Glimmers of Me and I can't wait for the next instalment.
If you haven't read this book, then I 1000% recommend you do. Its beautifully written.
August 8, 2022
Manda's 5 Star Review
Oh man this series is killing me!! Seriously I cannot remember another book that has had me this emotional and tied in knots. It is absolutely insane. I adore all these characters and cheer for them and cry for them. I am completely invested in this now. I stayed up all night reading this and today I look like a nightmare but I have zero regrets. There are so many things I want to say about this but I don't want to spoil it. This book has a lot of character development and works on moving the story on to what I can only imagine will be a dramatic finish. I cannot say enough about this series, its just one that I will recommend over and over. The author has really created something special and I cannot praise it enough.
Oh man this series is killing me!! Seriously I cannot remember another book that has had me this emotional and tied in knots. It is absolutely insane. I adore all these characters and cheer for them and cry for them. I am completely invested in this now. I stayed up all night reading this and today I look like a nightmare but I have zero regrets. There are so many things I want to say about this but I don't want to spoil it. This book has a lot of character development and works on moving the story on to what I can only imagine will be a dramatic finish. I cannot say enough about this series, its just one that I will recommend over and over. The author has really created something special and I cannot praise it enough.
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