He promised me he’d never leave; I didn’t believe him and took him for granted. This time, did I go too far?For the first time in my life, I found a man who understands and loves me, flaws and all. If I know one thing for certain, it’s that Caleb Washington won’t give up on me, no matter how much I try to push him away. I’ve given him every reason to leave, especially with my latest mistake.Now … latest mistake.
Now I’m left dealing with the consequences of my behavior, picking up the pieces of my life one-by-one, wondering where I go from here. Where we go from here.
I’m not sure we have what it takes to go the distance when it feels like it’s blow after blow knocking the wind out of the sails of our relationship.
Will this finally be the time he leaves me for good or will this be our saving grace? Do we have what it takes to weather this storm or has it reached its breaking point?
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The Breaking Point
Taylor Delong
I enjoyed reading, “The Breaking Point.” I found this book was an easy read and a bit of a tearjerker.
I liked reading Caleb and Natalie’s story. Natalie grows along with the changes in her life. This couple love for each other is unconditional. Caleb’s learned long ago how to handle his storm. He is able to understand and support her in everyway possible.
This has to be one of my favorite love stories I’ve read in 2020. I found two quotes in the story which hit home for me.
Love isn’t about making grand gestures every day to show the other one you care. It’s about the small things. -Chapter 8
“Why do you keep waiting for me? I fuck up all the time, Caleb, and you are always here.”
“Because I love you, Natalie, and that’s what you do when you love someone.”-
Chapter 7
This was one of the books that you wanted to reach into the book and smack someone. The author made us feel like wow this is real life, people have real problems and not always is there a quick fix. I enjoyed how the pulled you in and you did want to throw it a few times but only because you couldn’t believe hat was happening. The main characters where great and real. It was a bit of fresh air reading this book sticking to life and not a make believe world , loved it.
What does it take to walk away? How much can one person take? Natalie has let her past define how she perceives her self worth.
Caleb has loved her since day one.
Despite all that Nat throws his way he stays strong in his belief and love for her.
I have to say that I liked Caleb much more than Natalie. But the more you read the more you see her flaws . Their friends provide a level of support to each which was nice.
A book of finding self love to allow yourself to be loved. Great story and growth of characters. I am volunteering to leave a review for this book.
Natalie has not had a good life but she managed to make friends with Grayson and his sister Bella but she hid her life from them because she was ashamed. Years later she meets Caleb and she loves him but her self doubt is destroying their relationship but Caleb being the good guy he is won’t let her destroy it. I wasn’t sure if Natalie or Caleb would reach their breaking point first. Good story makes you think about things.
I really liked this book. The characters drove me crazy but I could not put it down. I really wanted to throw my kindle a few times. But I loved every minute.
This was my first book by this author but it definitely won’t be my last. This book was well written and you can certainly relate to the main characters. Once I started reading I just could not put it down. Great read and highly recommended.
I’ve read Grayson and Ainsley’s story and Taylor quickly became one of my favorite authors. Just like Defining Us, I absolutely loved it! However, I developed a love hate relationship with the characters. There were times I wanted to throw my kindle across the room because of Natalie and her back and forth about how to be in a relationship. I had the same feeling with Caleb at times for almost playing into it in a way. Even though the characters could be frustrating at times I thoroughly loved the storyline and can’t wait to see what comes next!
Loved this story In the beginning, I was really annoyed by some of the choices that Natalie made but I kept reading and came to understand why she did what she did. I loved Caleb from the start and the commitment he had to Natalie. This was my first read by this author but I am definitely a fan.
This was my first read by this author. This story was so detailed and has amazing topics we all face in life. Natalie and Caleb find a way to truly forgive and except to find their true love. Great story.
Natalie and Caleb are in a relationship that isn’t easy, but Caleb tries to make her understand that he will always be there. Things happen and they are ripping them apart. Bat needs to work things out but she’s a runner when things are out of control or she’s overwhelmed, but Caleb wants to show Nat that he’s there for her and will be no matter what. She’s working through a lot but it’s a slow going. It’s a wonder sweet story of love, strength and hope!!!
Caleb and Natalie have been together for years and everything is going great. But behind close doors Natalie has some issues that she needs to work through and Caleb is always there for her. After a mistake made by Natalie could she have pushed Caleb away for good this time. Great characters and storyline Highly recommended Amazing Book love Caleb and Natalie. Love the complexities and character development of this couple. The supporting characters are awesome
The Breaking Point
Taylor Delong
This is the first book I have read by this author, so I had no idea what to expect. I can say I am now a big fan of hers, and look forward to reading other things she has written. This story, while at times you want to quit reading or strangle Natalie, if you keep going you learn so very much. Natalie has major self-esteem and other issues, and as you read more of the story, you might be able to understand it. Caleb is a saint, amazing, loving, patient. Seriously I do not know how he did what he did – we all deserve a man like Caleb in our lives. This story touches on many taboo things, but it is all written very realistically. In this case, the flawed character is the woman, Natalie, which I have not read very often. While I did have times I wanted to yell at Natalie to grow up and realize the awesome man she had, I am so glad I just kept reading. Honestly for me that was not a problem, I was completely enthralled with the characters and story from the beginning. I did not agree with all that Natalie did, and I can only hope to find a man that loves me as much as Caleb loves her. The end of the book was so amazing, and I am so glad I read about Natalie and Caleb’s journey through some very trying times. But Natalie sure did rock motherhood even though she did not have a good example to follow. Grayson was an awesome friend to both of them.
This book has all the feels, anger, hurt, heartache, love, joys, tears, happiness, joy, and so much more. Natalie is a mess and thinks Caleb will never leave her, but what happens when to fr becomes to far? Natalie must learn to grow up in order to save her relation ship with Caleb, but it is possible to fix whats broken? This book is amazing and it is a must read!
I don’t care for the subject material but it’s an integral part of the story. The story is about a couple Natalie and Caleb going through a really rough patch. This was hard for me to keep reading through the first few chapters. Natalie is a train wreck and I don’t know how Caleb endured everything she dragged him through. He persevered through a hell of a lot. I get it he loved her that much but damn! The thing is though, in the end I get it. And while seriously I don’t care for the subject material, I have to give this author kudos for having the courage to put a story out there that’s real, relatable and raw to the bone an emotional trip. You get a peek into Natalie’s past and how it shaped her, puts you in her head and kind of shows you why she is the way she is. Caleb almost needs sainthood for his endurance. Natalie sure does test him to the breaking point. How much more can one person take? This was my first experience reading this author. I can honestly say, with the type of feelings that this story evoked in me I could see me reading again for more from the author.
The Breaking Point starts off capturing my attention. Grayson and Natalie (and Bella) and how they meet. But then a the next few chapters had me thinking twice about continuing Natalie’s story. My hard limit is the same as Caleb’s and their story hit a little too close to home. BUT THEN I kept reading, kept turning each page, carefully. Before I knew it, I was fully invested in Natalie’s flaws and Caleb’s love. How does that happen? How does an author keep you from turning off your kindle and letting this couple go? Great writing with a story that is completely relatable. This is my first time reading from Taylor Delong and now, I can’t wait to get back into her world.
A book that shows extremely flawed characters that are able to maneuver the ups and downs of a relationship to find their one with each other. Beautifully written and exceptional story line I am new to this author’s work and look forward to reading more by her.
I wanted to scream whilst reading this book quite a few times and tell them to pull their heads out of their butts. But this story was fantastic it was brilliant. It was so good and I didn’t want to stop reading at all. I was desperate to know what happened next because it was just that good. I have to say everyone needs to read this book.
I wanted to throw my iPad about three chapters into this book. Not because it was a bad story at all, but because I was THAT angry at Natalie and THAT stunned by the events that start her and Caleb’s story off for us. This author hasn’t let me down yet, though, so I read on (and saved myself a lot of money in repairs or replacement). Natalie and Caleb have to find their way through all of the bumps, bruises, and storms of their relationship to make it to truly happy, and it is quite an emotional journey. Kudos to Taylor for taking the chance and writing a real, flawed, woman in Natalie who has so much to cope with before she lets herself try for some real happiness. And good for her for writing a man like Caleb, who won’t let go because it’s just not in him to do so (though he’s no doormat, so expect some snark and real anger out of him, too!).
It’s not very often that you find yourself wanting to throttle the woman over the man when something big like this happens, but Taylor did it SO masterfully that I kept reading and feeling all of the emotions of both Natalie and Caleb. It’ll be interesting to see what storyline she comes up with next.