Lake + Manning

Jessica Hawkins — 2018

The final book in the Something in the Way series, a love saga. Now a USA Today and Google Play bestseller. Manning and I have what happily-ever-after is made of . . . A home he built us on the unshakeable foundation we fought for. A life of laughter carved out of heartache and betrayal. A love story to stand the test of time. But between a trust that can’t be broken, joy that can’t be bridled, and passion that would scorch the sun, the empty spaces are becoming more and more difficult to ignore . . . Fears that keep Manning up at night as he slips from our bed. Our complicated relationship with a man he respects and one I don't know how to forgive. And a sprawling, beautiful home with one small room I'm afraid I'll never be able to fill. Manning and I have what happily-ever-after is made of . . . but I'll beg the heavens for just one thing more.

Reviews

Logan Chisholm@loganslibrary

Apr 19, 2022

4.5 ★ man this series was a JOURNEY. lake meets manning when she’s 16 and he’s 23, she’s convinced from the moment she lays eyes on him that he’s the one. unfortunately, there’s always something in the way of them being together, whether it’s her age, her older sister, long distance, etc. this series follows lake & manning’s turbulent relationship over many years. it’s clear from the beginning of the first book what the ultimate end goal is, but we do not get there easily folks. this is a story about two people who never stop fighting for each other no matter how many years have passed, and at times it seems impossible that they’ll ever find their happily ever after. did i find myself constantly thinking “oh my god what else could possibly go wrong!?!?” at least 13 times? yes. was it all worth it in the end? absolutely. if you want an epic love story that will make your heart ache but also make you believe in soulmates (and you don’t mind having patience) i highly recommend this series!