Hello major book hangover! Damn you, Emery Rose! It’s 3:10 in the morning, waaaaay past my bedtime, and you’ve left me a snotty mess! I don't know how my hubby didn't wake up with all my sniffling and tears.

Lordy. Lordy. I’m not sure my soul will recover from this book any time soon. 

It's been a hot minute since a book's had me feeling something other than boredom. Something other than exasperation. Something other than over it. Something other than why the hell am I still reading this drivel. For me, books like Until August are few between. And when I come across one, I'm reminded of why I'm a reader. I'm reminded of why I love to immerse myself between the pages and lose track of time. I'm reminded of why I fall so hard for fictional characters. I'm reminded of why just one more chapter and then I'll get some sleep is a myth. LOL

Thank you, Emery Rose, for reminding me why I love reading. Thank you for introducing me to August and Nicola. Nic and August were EVERYTHING. Their journey was EVERYTHING. Their love was EVERYTHING. Their heartbreak was EVERYTHING. Their second chance was EVERYTHING. They were exactly what I didn't know I needed. Nic and August owned me, individually and as a couple. 

I absolutely adored how real and raw these two were. I adored how flawed they were. How honest they were in all of their feelings/actions/reactions and the repercussions that came with those emotions. I adored the fact that they didn't hide nor run from those repercussions. They were very much what you see is what you get. Nic and August faced their internal and external issues head on. They weren't riddled with lack of communication, avoidance, or inside drama. Which I'm thankful for because I don't have the patience for drawn out contrived drama. 

With that said, my favorite part of the whole book was August. He was Grade A book boyfriend material. Ladies and gents, prepare because our hero is about to sweep you off your feet. August was so loving and protective, a man who wasn't afraid to show his feelings and struggles. I fell head over heels for this man. He quickly climbed my list of favorites. I loved his patience and understanding with Nic's dilemma. I loved how he gave her the space that she needed without any guilt or added stress. I loved how much he loved his son and fought for him. I could continue waxing poetic about why this man rocked my fictional world, but I need to leave something for all of you to discover. :) 

Until August was a poignant love story about friendship and second chances. However, this wasn't your typical second chance romance. So don't go in with any preconceived notions. Set what you are used to aside, step out of the box, and enjoy this novel/journey/lesson on life for what it is. A story about life giving you another chance at fighting your demons, forgiveness, righting your wrongs, achieving your desires, and yes, finding love in the most unexpected places. 

This is my second book by Ms. Rose, and it's made me fall completely in love with her writing. I'm excited to check our more of her backlist, and anything else she produces in the future.