Trey's past demons completely shape how he handles their new issue. And the only way he can really deal with his emotional turbulence and fear is to shut down and find ways to hide his pain. And Harley is just as scared and worried, and really needs support and understanding. Their past history is full of poor choices and emotional survival techniques, so their new coping skills are put to the test. 

This is their continued story of personal growth, facing family issues, and trying to move forward into a more positive future.  There are challenges, more pain, and situations that threaten them and their relationship. They have to fight not to fall back into easy and old patterns to cope as they take on what life throws at them, the good and the bad. But we see them fighting for the love and happiness they have so desperately been searching for. 

"How is it that I found you? Do you ever realize how lucky we are?"~Harley

"To have each other?...I realize it every second of every day."~Trey
"Do you think it's luck?

"I think it's fate..."

Harley still has issues with her family that upset and disappoint her. But also has positive changes occurring for her and new things to focus on. She is becoming stronger, braver, and more comfortable in her own skin. She is learning to be more open and share her feelings even when she is afraid.

I don't know what's going to happen. But you have to know that I love you more than I ever thought was possible. I  have loved every second with you. You made me believe in love, you made me believe in myself, and you made me a new man.

But just as their lives seem to be heading in a more positive direction, they are hit with some situations that could tear them apart for good. This book was not quite as dark and gritty as the first one and was more hopeful. But it did still have some ugliness and dealt with many fears, insecurities, demons and disappointments. It was tense, nerve wracking, frustrating, romantic, sweet, passionate, emotional, and heart breaking. There were times that I wanted to shake sense into the characters and other times I wanted to hold them as they cried. It was such a moving, intense journey towards love, healing, and hope. It was told in both Trey and Harley's points of view and we got to see the changes in their thought patterns from the first book. They still have those dark, self deprecating thoughts, but now they are overshadowed by more love, contentment, and feeling connected to some one else. However, they are both still plagued by fears that they have to conquer one day at a time. Trey and Harley have incredible fiery chemistry, a true deep connection, and witty rapport. They are true soul mates who traveled from hell and back for a chance at love and a better future.

Thanks to Lauren Blakely for providing me with an arc/beta copy in exchange for an honest review. 

See Rachel's 5 star review on the Release Day Launch!