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A review by adanna_h
This Could Be Us by Kennedy Ryan
hopeful
inspiring
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Kennedy Ryan is a master storyteller. This Could Be Us is an amazing story of rediscovery, self-love, sisterhood, family, and getting a second chance at love.
Soledad Barnes is a modern-day Martha Stewart. She’s never met a party she couldn't host or a charge she couldn't lead. Nevertheless, none of that helps when a catastrophe strikes, transforming her life in an instant, and leaving her feeling betrayed and disillusioned. There's no time to grieve what’s been lost. She’s trying to hang on to the only home her daughters have known and feed her family.
“When we have hard times, huge changes that seem to be the end of the world as we know it, it’s actually an incubator for metamorphosis. For a new beginning.”
Out of that struggle, Soledad emerges stronger, having rediscovered herself, and loving herself. She builds a life that she loves for herself and her children.
Standing beside Soledad are her friends Hendrix and Yasmen. These women aren't just best friends; they are her sisters. Yasmin and Hendrix are there for Soledad through thick and thin with unwavering support. Helping her whenever and however they can. We all need friendships like this one in our lives.
Soledad has another unlikely source of support, Judas Cross. He is understanding, patient, attentive, and compassionate. Judah is there for Soledad during some of her worst moments in this journey. He also recognizes that being able to trust and love someone isn't a priority for Soledad. Her family is. But Judah is willing to wait. How Judah deals with his twin autistic sons and co-parents with his ex-wife tells you everything you need to know about who Judah is as a man. And what a mighty good man he is!
“There’s a filament connecting us. It burns hot and bright and is impossible to ignore, but also impossible to pursue. We both know it.”
For obvious reasons, Soledad and Judah’s romance is a slow burn. I enjoyed the simmering attraction, anticipation, and connection as Soledad and Judah got to know each other and wait for what could be. Once the time was right, these two are 🔥🔥🔥.
I could go on and on about everything I loved about this book, but I'll stop here. This relatable and inspiring story is just phenomenal!!! Bravo, Kennedy!
Soledad Barnes is a modern-day Martha Stewart. She’s never met a party she couldn't host or a charge she couldn't lead. Nevertheless, none of that helps when a catastrophe strikes, transforming her life in an instant, and leaving her feeling betrayed and disillusioned. There's no time to grieve what’s been lost. She’s trying to hang on to the only home her daughters have known and feed her family.
“When we have hard times, huge changes that seem to be the end of the world as we know it, it’s actually an incubator for metamorphosis. For a new beginning.”
Out of that struggle, Soledad emerges stronger, having rediscovered herself, and loving herself. She builds a life that she loves for herself and her children.
Standing beside Soledad are her friends Hendrix and Yasmen. These women aren't just best friends; they are her sisters. Yasmin and Hendrix are there for Soledad through thick and thin with unwavering support. Helping her whenever and however they can. We all need friendships like this one in our lives.
Soledad has another unlikely source of support, Judas Cross. He is understanding, patient, attentive, and compassionate. Judah is there for Soledad during some of her worst moments in this journey. He also recognizes that being able to trust and love someone isn't a priority for Soledad. Her family is. But Judah is willing to wait. How Judah deals with his twin autistic sons and co-parents with his ex-wife tells you everything you need to know about who Judah is as a man. And what a mighty good man he is!
“There’s a filament connecting us. It burns hot and bright and is impossible to ignore, but also impossible to pursue. We both know it.”
For obvious reasons, Soledad and Judah’s romance is a slow burn. I enjoyed the simmering attraction, anticipation, and connection as Soledad and Judah got to know each other and wait for what could be. Once the time was right, these two are 🔥🔥🔥.
I could go on and on about everything I loved about this book, but I'll stop here. This relatable and inspiring story is just phenomenal!!! Bravo, Kennedy!