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The Future of Our Past (The Remembrance Trilogy, #1)

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Jun 18, 2012 Anne OK rated it it was amazing

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A new-to-me-author who was highly recommended by a friend. This is the first book in "The Remembrance" trilogy. An absolutely breathtaking and unforgettable love story. I couldn't stop reading from the time I started until I finished a few minutes ago. And wouldn't you know it, I can't get the second book until who knows when. And then there's a third book, too. Warning: there's a huge cliffhanger at the end and I know this bothers lots of readers. For me, this book was magical and no matter whe ...more

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Aug 07, 2012 Bobbie rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

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WOW.... I'm shaking..... Incredible Love Story
You are captivated by the love these two charactures have for each other. I could not put this book down. The love this man Ryan has for Julia and her for him is consuming whole heart, body & soul. Their struggle to share their life together and yet still follow their personal dreams. Their so close to having it all and then........... (sorry you gotta read this book!)
I can't recommend this book enough, it's hot, sexy & loving that is not beyond anyo ...more

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Apr 01, 2012 Kathryn rated it it was amazing

Kahlen Aymes'"The Future of Our Past" is a page turner I couldn't put down. Julia and Ryan are hopelessly in love and struggle with what many young people face as they are growing their careers and their relationship. Their relationship is founded on deep friendship and respect and develops into one of the hottest, steamiest and passionate love stories that I have ever read. Aymes' ability to describe her characters, their lives and relationships, is spot on, and made a believer out of me. This ...more

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May 23, 2012 Kelly 'Perusing Princesses blog' rated it it was amazing

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WARNING: Contains one very hot and very heart meltingly loveable leading man!!:D

Well the first word that springs to my mind when thinking about this book is 'WOW!', secondly, I would like to say that it made a really nice change to pick up a book (or in my case, my kindle) and fall into the depths of those emotions of that first 'one true love' bittersweet despair.

For those of us who have been fortunate enough to know what its like to be in love; to remember that moment when it completely consum WARNING: Contains one very hot and very heart meltingly loveable leading man!!:D

Well the first word that springs to my mind when thinking about this book is 'WOW!', secondly, I would like to say that it made a really nice change to pick up a book (or in my case, my kindle) and fall into the depths of those emotions of that first 'one true love' bittersweet despair.

For those of us who have been fortunate enough to know what its like to be in love; to remember that moment when it completely consumes you mind, body and soul, where you can think of nothing and no-one else. Those inner turmoil of emotions that can switch in a moment from incandecent happiness and contentment to sudden lovestruck grief. This book reflects on how young love can be so beautiful and be so devastatingly difficult. It reflects on the sacrifices of love and compromises that come with it.

Ryan and Julia are soul mates, they have secretly loved each-other since College but remained Best Friends for 4 years. It's not until Ryan receives his acceptance letter to Harvard that the reality of their time and distance apart kicks in, and they finally succumb and admit to each-other their true feelings.

They soon embark on a very passionate love affair. Written in first person with both leading characters sharing equal space on the page. Kahlen Aymes has done a wonderful job in highlighting the difficulties that come with long distance relationships. Even though that love is so all consuming, it still proves a hardship even in the strongest of relationships.

The sexual encounters are steamy, but without being too explictly graphic and seedy. Unlike some erotica novels, you can actually feel the love flow from the characters and jump out from the page and into your heart. Sounds whimsical I know, but while reading this book I have to admit I did have a silly grin on my face the whole way through,and it brought back those emotions that I felt as a lovesick late teenager (YA), much to the amusement of my husband!

However, without planting any spoilers, I wasn't quite prepared for the last couple of chapters and I ended the book with a huge lump in my throat and a stray tear (little buggar). I don't cry often while reading but the end of this particular book really got to me. So be warned, you may need a tissue or two!

The excerpt from the next book at the end was much appreciated, and I am looking forward to reading the second book in the series.

Due to the graphic sexual nature of this story, this is for mature readers only - 18+.

So for you Fifty Shades fans who want something a little more heartwarming, with many I Love You's, then you really must try this book.

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Nov 12, 2012 Ruth rated it liked it

Finished this book last night and would give this book about 3 1/2 stars. For one reason and one reason only, the book had no substance, couple get together and finding it hard being apart, then we are three years on down the line without a 'three years later' heading. I feel that book one and book two should have been one whole book, it would have made for a far better story as the ending in book one leads into the beginning of book two and this could easily have been the middle of the story.

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Jun 04, 2012 Adelina Correia rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

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Jun 07, 2012 Gail rated it it was amazing

I love this book to pieces. In the future it will be one of my "go to" book. The feeling of passion,romance and pure love between Ryan & Julia was palpable through the whole book. The book was so good I did not want it to end. I am sitting on pins and needles waiting for the next installment of Ryan & Julia's story. I would recommend this book to anyone looking for a book to get lost in. It's the best. ...more

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Jun 12, 2012 JoAnn rated it really liked it

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I liked the two main characters in this book, Ryan and Julia. Their devotion to one another is inspiring and I like their mature relationship without the stupid miscommunication.
What I did not like about this story:
I hate to say it, but there was a lot of sex which would be ok except it seemed to act as a filler at times. Also, Julia seemed to be brought to tears over everything. At first it was heartwarming, then it became slightly annoying. Too many I love you's and I miss you's also.

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