Only You (Second Chances #2) in Indie Chicks Rockin' Reader Group

Oct 14, 2015 Faith Andrews rated it it was amazing

If you're looking for a book boyfriend to totally swoon over, look no further because Stephanie Rose has created Evan for the sole purpose of swooning.

It's not often we find characters this real and relatable in the book world and while Evan and Paige have their flaws, they are extremely likable and a couple you can't help rooting for. Evan's heart knows no bounds and the way he loves his Daisy is timelessly effortless. I dare you to find a book boyfriend so open with his emotions and selfless w ...more

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May 18, 2015 J.A. DeRouen rated it it was amazing

Grab your tissues and hold on to your heart! What a beautiful and heartfelt love story!!! Evan and Paige stole my heart - I couldn't get enough of these two. This book was sweet, steamy, heart-wrenching, and nearly every emotion in between. I laughed, I cried, and I most definitely swooned. I can't wait to see what Stephanie Rose has in store for us next! ...more

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Oct 13, 2015 Liz rated it really liked it

What a nice surprise! I had never heard of this author before or her books and then I won this book in an author takeover...and boy am I glad I did. I love second chance love stories and this one did not disappoint!

Paige had always fallen for the wrong guy. One after the other and now she knew she needed a break, until Evan walked back into her life. Evan had been in love with Paige most of his life, but she so unattainable. Until the one day they run into each other again.

But is love truly en ...more

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May 18, 2015 Shannon rated it it was amazing

Shelves: part-of-series, series-stand-alone, all-the-feels, contemporary, romance, favorite, for-review, hero-i-love, second-chances, family

What a beautifully inspiring, tear-inducing, heart-clenching book! I loved Evan and Paige’s story…it made me laugh and cry; it had me swooning hard. Only You is an incredible story of second-chances, of friends-to-lovers, of heartbreak and sorrow, it’s a book that will consume you and make you feel so many emotions. When the tears start within the first 10% of a book you know you better grab some tissues and buckle down.

Paige and Evan reconnect after he moves back home at the request of his bes What a beautifully inspiring, tear-inducing, heart-clenching book! I loved Evan and Paige’s story…it made me laugh and cry; it had me swooning hard. Only You is an incredible story of second-chances, of friends-to-lovers, of heartbreak and sorrow, it’s a book that will consume you and make you feel so many emotions. When the tears start within the first 10% of a book you know you better grab some tissues and buckle down.

Paige and Evan reconnect after he moves back home at the request of his best friend, Jack, who also happens to be Paige's cousin. It turns out Evan's had a crush on Paige since they were teens, but she was Jack's cousin, and always so busy with other guys, that he never really pursued her. But now that he's home he's not about to let this chance slip through his fingers again. I loved watching their relationship develop. They had such great chemistry, and with their history there was an ease and comfortableness between them.

Their worlds are thrown into a tailspin after a horrible loss and Paige is completely devastated. Not only that, she's been dealing with some terrible news on a personal level and starts to distance herself from Evan. Paige is such a strong and fiesty character, it was tough watching her go through things on her own, especially considering it was by her choosing. I was feeling the pain and despair right alone with her.

Evan is an absolutely incredible character, I fell head over heels for him from the moment he was introduced. He’s so loving and caring, he’s funny and sexy, and I just loved how much he loved Paige. Even when she tried to push him away, doing what she thought was best for him, he wouldn’t give up on her or let her give up on them. I’d go on but it might seem a little weird, gushing so much over a fictional character.

This is truly a wonderful book, with amazing characters whose lives I want to be a part of...is there a way to make this happen??? I was left with tears streaming down my face when I finished this book, it was hard to let go. It's still hard to let go, as I find myself once again in tears as I skim back through the book. I can see myself revisiting Only You, time and again.

"You're all the beauty in my life."

***Although this is the second book in the Second Chances series it could definitely be read as a standalone. ...more

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Aug 13, 2015 Jackie rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

I was participating in a group read of this book but I was enjoying it so much I read ahead and finished it really quickly. This story has absolutely everything! There are sweet moments, sexy moments, swoon worthy lines, heartbreak, suspense, and anything else that you could hope for in a good book. Evan is absolutely PERFECT! He is such a great man for Paige. The closeness of the friends and family in this book really warmed my heart. Not everyone has that so it's definitely something to hold o ...more

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Sep 28, 2015 Mia Kayla rated it it was amazing

Ah! I just finished this and was absolutely blown away at Stephanie Rose's talent. If you want a book to make you 'feel' this is it! What a love-filled emotional ride that I didn't want to end.

I read for the heroes in my books and Evan did not disappoint. Evan is the epitome of the best book boyfriend. His heart is so big and his love for the heroine is unconditional. It's the kind of love that has you sighing unconsciously out loud, the kind of love that makes you smile big, while reading it. Y ...more

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Oct 26, 2015 Michelle rated it really liked it

Shelves: read-along-or-discussion

3.5-4 stars. Paige has had her fair share of bad experiences in relationships, usually the guy turns out to be a scumbag or cheater. She's decided to give herself some space to grow before diving into another relationship while she focuses on her career. Then Evan moves back into town, a guy she knew growing up because he is best friends with her close cousin Jack, and Paige finds herself wanting to get to know him better.

Evan has always liked Paige from afar but the timing was never right for h ...more

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May 17, 2016 Julie rated it really liked it

What a beautiful but heartbreaking book!

Evan has had a crush on Paige and just when he gets his woman, she could be taken away. When Paige thinks she has found her happily ever after, circumstances arise that could destroy it all. Evan is such a sweetheart because he loves Paige with all of his heart.

Nothing will stop him from trying to save her so they can build their future together. It's not easy, especially with his crazy ex trying to get him back. But love never fails. Evan and Paige were ...more

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Jul 23, 2015 Elizabeth rated it really liked it

Shelves: need-to-review

This is a book I've been looking forward to and it didn't disappoint. Evan and Paige are a couple that definitely lived up to all of the expectations set for them leading up to the release of their story.

One of the things I loved about this book really had to do with who the characters are. Both Evan and Paige are everyday people in their early 30's with decent jobs, friends, family, and issues to deal with. It was easy to put myself into their shoes and imagine how I would react in a given sit ...more

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May 17, 2015 Tabitha Willbanks rated it it was amazing

Shelves: arcs, top-pics-of-all-time

Only You is another winner from Stephanie Rose!!
This is her sophomore book and is a stand alone.

I just read this book in 3 hours! Holy moly! The emotions and the feels...

Evan is a man who has been in love with Paige since he was fifteen. But she was always with someone else or the timing was just never right.
Well when Evan comes back to town to help Paige's cousin Jack with his business, the timing is finally right! These two are soulmates!
This story is one that people can realte to. I think ...more

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Jan 06, 2016 Melissa Renee rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

Tissues needed

Make sure you have tissues available when you start this five star read. I fell in love with Evan just as much as I did Luke in Always You. Score a homerun for Stephanie.

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Mar 08, 2016 Tiffany rated it it was amazing

Absolutely fell in love with Evan and Paige! I know I am enjoying a book when I sit for 2 hours and devour it. This is one of those books. So much love, heartache and pain all in one. Loved it!!

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