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Bright Side by Kim Holden
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I realize that I'm in the minority with giving this book below 5 stars but I couldn't help it. I'm a huge fan of a happily-ever-after. Nuff said.

As beautifully written as the story was, and it was beautiful, unfortunately my heart was broken beyond repair. And as much as I loved Gus, I can't find the will to read his book. Love should never die. Ever. Reading his book would be like contradicting that and I just can't.

Yes I loved Kate. Her personality made even me happy. Her relationship with Gus left me envious even while I enjoyed and appreciated their bond. Her relationship with Keller... from their friendship to what they turned into... what they became... they made my heart sing.

My thoughts: this book was bittersweet and full of heavy emotion. My heart feels... heavy. Those letters... the audio CD... I couldn't help but feel it deep. So while I love most everything about the story, I'm leaving my rating as is and hope my review clearly explains my reasoning.

If you're looking for a book that attempts to squeeze out every drop of emotion from you, this one will do it.

Happy reading! xo
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Reading Progress

June 1, 2016 – Shelved
June 1, 2016 – Shelved as: to-read
Started Reading
June 5, 2016 – Shelved as: contemporary
June 5, 2016 – Finished Reading

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SueBee★bring me an alpha!★ Lovely review Natalie! = DD


Natalie  ~ The Biblioholic SueBee★bring me an alpha!★ wrote: "Lovely review Natalie! = DD"

Thanks Sue =D xoxo


i fall in love book blog This is why I like your reviews :). This book is the daily deal on Audible so I was about to pick it up... but I do not need a book without a happily ever after. I just can't. Thanks for including that in your review.


Natalie  ~ The Biblioholic i fall in love book blog wrote: "This is why I like your reviews :). This book is the daily deal on Audible so I was about to pick it up... but I do not need a book without a happily ever after. I just can't. Thanks for including ..."

Aww thanks hon! I just didn't want anyone else to go into it completely blind. It's a beautiful story but if you're looking for a happy ending, it's not the book for you.


Snow Fantastic review! ;)


Bibi Awww..sniff. Great review, babe!


Natalie  ~ The Biblioholic Snow wrote: "Fantastic review! ;)"

Thanks luv! xo


Natalie  ~ The Biblioholic Bibi wrote: "Awww..sniff. Great review, babe!"

Aww thanks Bibi!! xoxo


Deborah G. Wonderful review Natalie. Honesty & a heartfelt review are far more important than any 5 stars. This is now on my list.


❥ KAT ❥ Kitty Kats Crazy About Books Fab review Nat!! xox


Lisa E I loved this book but I also have it 4 stars. I loved the second book even more.


Natalie  ~ The Biblioholic Deborah wrote: "Wonderful review Natalie. Honesty & a heartfelt review are far more important than any 5 stars. This is now on my list."

Thanks Deborah! I truly hope you love it because aside from the fact that it had me practically bawling, it was a beautiful read! 💕


Natalie  ~ The Biblioholic KAT ♕ Kitty Kats Crazy About Books ♕ wrote: "Fab review Nat!! xox"

Thanks babes! 💕


Natalie  ~ The Biblioholic Lisa E wrote: "I loved this book but I also have it 4 stars. I loved the second book even more."

You're so brave, Lisa! I loved Gus so much but I haven't built up the courage to read his book because these characters tore my heart apart so ruthlessly!! 💕


Lisa E It's a really good book. I hope you read his story. I thought it was so good.


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