Kelsey Kingsley

Scars & Silver Linings

Candyce Kirk

I have to start off by saying that this isn't your typical lighthearted romance. If you're looking for that Scars & Silver Linings may not be for you. If you're looking for a book that hits you in all the feels, may make you cry, has amazing characters, sucks you in completely and okay has a relationship you can't help but wanting to see be a happily ever after this book is for you. 

Thankfully I can say I've never been through the experience this author and main character have been through. I can't imagine how hard and scary it is when your baby comes into the world way too early and unexpectedly and on top of that having your own health scares. It's clear that the author pulled from her own experiences, because it felt so real. She knew how to put the emotions into words and let me say I had tears in my eyes quite a few times while reading this book.

Kendall (Kenny) is a character that I won't forget anytime soon. She's an author and in an off again/on again relationship with Brendan (a character I don't like at all and will not waste my time on). One thing she didn't expect was getting pregnant. This character is definitely raw and vulnerable. This wasn't necessarily something she saw happening and all of the emotions she experiences jump off of the page. Also, when everything is happening and her baby is fighting, she's fighting for him. Kendall is a warrior and so is the author that wrote this book.

Of course, there is a romance in this book and Goose is amazing. When Kenny walks into his bar and starts talking to him, I had a feeling he was going to be special. This main character has a story of his own and I loved slowly learning more about this amazing man. It felt like him being there for her unconditionally and sharing his story it was easier for her to hang on just a little longer. I loved that this romance was just kind of there, but also happened gradually at the same time. It just felt right and meant to be. The epilogue definitely left a big smile on my face.

And like many other Kelsey Kingsley books there are little hints and connections to her other stories. I can definitely say I won't be forgetting this story anytime soon and can't wait to see what book she gives us next!