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Jessa is
happy, in love, and has overcome her past…or so she thinks.
Grant and
Jessa can’t stop thinking about one another since being introduced at a party a
month ago. And despite their differences, they can’t seem to stay away from
each other either. However, both are hiding secrets of less-than-perfect pasts,
fearing what will happen when those mistakes come to light. As they grow
closer, they each battle their own insecurities, and neither believes that they
are worthy of the kind of love that they both still want. So if it’s true that
opposites attract, what happens when the similarities begin to surface?
Don’t Let Go:
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MY THOUGHTS
I love this series. Love love love it! Super major fan of Michelle's writing, along with EVERY single character in these books.
This is Grant and Jessa's book. The unexpected couple from this series. Two completely polar opposite people, who end up having the most amazing bond. But there are a few things in the way; Grant not trusting "love", and wanting his career path that he has set for himself go to plan, and Jessa with her past.. oh.. and there's Rob.. (pfft.. asshole..).
" 'You do understand that, regardless of age, love can either break your heart or cause you to soar to new heights. It's a chance you take no matter if you are a billionaire or if you are on welfare. Heartbreak isn't prejudiced, Grant.' "
(good old Mr. C and his words of wisdom!)
There are issues and parts of their stories revealed that I definitely was not expecting. Michelle took their story to a whole new level. Sadie and Brady had their own issues, but Grant and Jessa have, in certain ways, deeper ones. Sadie and Brady fell hard and fast, Grant and Jessa took a while to get used to the idea. The differences between "Don't Let Go" and "Let Me In" are amazing. I definitely did not miss Brady and Sadie as much as I thought, because we got a lot of them in "Let Me In"! I seriously thought I might go through Brady and Sadie withdrawal, but their story was continued along in this book as well. It was the perfect combination of Grant and Jessa's story, with just enough of everyone else for it to feel like we weren't missing a thing.
Grant is definitely wise beyond his years, and Jessa has been through enough that her head is (usually) firmly planted on her shoulders. The two of them combined, though not your typical couple, is perfect. That doesn't mean that there won't be problems that arise, and situations to move on through. As every usual couple, there are up's and down's.. it just boils down to how they handle them. Though their views on relationships may be tainted, it us up to them to both help each other heal.
" 'It means you survived. That you struggled through a terrible time in your life, but you broke through it and overcame it, becoming even more beautiful. That's what this represents. You had a rough couple years, but look at you now.. a spectacular, beautiful lotus flower.'
'God, how'd I ever get you?' "
"Let Me In" had me laughing, crying (yep.. definitely a few ugly cry parts), and feeling right along with Grant and Jessa. I adored their story, and I can NOT wait for the next book! We get a huge insight into Trey in "Let Me In", and now I am dyingggg for his book "Let Me Love" (book #3). I have a feeling he might be my favorite ;)
Favorite Quote:
"If you hold each other's hearts and you love and respect one another, nothing will be able to come between you two."
(yes.. that is from the biggest cry part)
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TEASERS
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EXCERPT
Once the
game ends, I politely stand up to say my goodbyes. After hugging all the women
and shaking all the men’s hands, Jessa says she’ll walk me out.
“What
are you doing for the rest of break?” she asks as we continue to take steps to
the front door. I can’t help but feel that my time here has gone by too fast
tonight.
“I have
to work but other than that, not much of anything,” I answer.
“Well,
call or text me and we can get together,” she says casually when we reach the
door.
I grab
my jacket and turn back toward her. “You do the same, I’ll be around,” I inform
her.
“What
are you doing for New Year’s?” The hesitation in her voice makes me hopeful.
“I
usually meet one of my buddies in their hometown, but this year I don’t have
any plans,” I embarrassingly admit.
“Well,
you do now. I have a friend who’s throwing a party. Why don’t you come? Brady
and Sadie will be there too,” she says. The way her fingers fiddle with her
multiple ear piercings is adorable. I
wonder if it’s a nervous habit. The thought that she’s uneasy asking me, makes
my lips turn up widely in response.
“Alright,
do you want me to pick you up?” I pray the desperation in my voice goes
unnoticed.
“No,
that’s okay. Rob will be home, so you can meet us there. I’ll text you the
address.” Just like that, the excitement of a date with Jessa vanishes.
“Sounds
good.” I open the door, displaying what I imagine is my fakest smile. “See you,
Jessa,” I say, waving my hand.
“Hold
up, Grant,” she calls out. When I turn around, she wraps her arms around my
neck and pushes herself against me.
I
quickly back away, after the briefest and most awkward hug ever. Regret
consumes me automatically when I see her questioning face, but the last thing I
need is her feeling how excited she can make me just from a simple hug.
“Merry
Christmas, Grant,” she softly says, nervously biting her lip. This girl has so
many different personalities I’m beginning to wonder who the real Jessa
Harrison is.
“Merry
Christmas, Jessa.” I turn around, walking down the steps. I desperately want to
turn around to see if she’s watching me go, but I can’t bear the thought that
she isn’t. The chance that she might have shut the door right away kills me.
Turning the corner after walking through the small wrought-iron fence, my
willpower weakens and I glance up to the door. To my surprise, she’s still
standing there. I give her a quick wave, and she smiles at me before waving
back. When I turn around, I can’t stop the huge grin that absorbs my face.
Yeah, I’m not the only one feeling something here.
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Author
Bio:
Michelle moved
around the Midwest most of her life, transferring from school to school before
settling down in the outskirts of Chicago ten years ago, where she now resides
with her husband and two kids. She developed a love of reading at a young age,
which helped lay the foundation for her passion to write. With the
encouragement of her family, she finally sat down and wrote one of the many
stories that have been floating around in her head. When she isn’t reading or
writing, she can be found playing with her kids, talking to her mom on the
phone, or hanging out with her family and friends. But after chasing around
twin preschoolers all day, she always cherishes her relaxation time after
putting the kids to bed.
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Giveaway:
4 - $25 Gift Cards to
Amazon
1 – Signed set Don’t Let
Go and Let Me In paperbacks (US residents ONLY)
5 – eBooks of Let Me In
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Thank you Marisa! It's beautiful!!! THANK YOU so much :)
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