They are both running from their family legacies… does not claw her way out.
Due to inherit his dad’s cattle empire, Garrett trusts no woman. They fall all over him to get closer to his last name and money. He is searching for his equal—one he can care for but who is able and willing to do it on her own.
Neither of them is honest about their pasts or families. One is looking for true love and the other is avoiding it at all costs. Will this cowboy be able to soften her hardened heart?
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The good character and storyline development pulled me right into the story! As each and every page was turned Toni and Garrett pulled me right into their journey as it unfolded throughout the entire book!
What happens when a girl from the hood who is trying to leave that life behind and goes to college falls for a guy who also has a secret? This is the story of Toni and Garrett. Toni tries desperately to fit in at college but knowing she will never she doesn’t have friends or trust people. When her study partner suggests they go to a frat party Toni meets Garrett. He is not like all the other frat boys, he’s quieter and wants to get to know her. What will happen when Garrett discovers her truths, her job, her lack of a good mum, a drug dealer cousin? Will there relationship survive? A well written book on a young woman’s struggle for acceptance and a new improved life and a young man who doesn’t want to be a golden ticket for a sorority girl.
Interesting and unexpected
This was certainly an interesting read, and not at all what I was expecting (in a good way) The characters in this book are real, damaged and not your stereotypical college students which was refreshing.
Honestly though, it took me most of the book to warm up to Toni. On one hand, I could understand her wanting to hide her past and some things from her life from Garrett, but I felt she held onto these a little too long and made them a much bigger deal than they needed to be.
But Garrett, I adored him from the first moment he was on the page. He’s a swoonworthy book boyfriend who doesn’t back down and loves fiercely. He stole the show and made this book a great read.
The side characters were equally intriguing and I’m already hoping there is going to be an Alex book. So many of these characters have stories to tell, and even though this story ends with a HEA there is potential for more and if Tori writes it I will read it
First, congratulations Tori Alvarez for such a lovely story.
Beautiful collision is a sweet romance filled with drama, lies, angst and a pinch of mystery.
Toni, our h, had a rough background and because of that her actions weren’t always the best bur her intentions were good. All she wanted was a better life.
Garrett was my favorite. He’s smart, kind and just… swoon!! He wanted to be there for Tori and help wherever he could. But he has his own share of untold stories.
When the truth starts coming to light, the pair wonder if they can make it? Or will their secrets keep them apart?
Overall, this is a heartwarming book that you will devour. I loved it!
Toni’s hiding her Jerry-Springer-esque origins and the things she still has to do while she inches toward the kind of life she really wants. Garrett’s sick of women who want him for his family legacy. Neither is being completely honest with the other as they go back and forth trying to figure out if they’ll work together. If it’s worth it.u2063
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I didn’t like Toni at first, even though I understood why she is the way she is. So it was really wonderful to see her grow, albeit reluctantly, and come out of her shell for Garrett, who is truly a sweetheart that deserves the good person Toni is at her core. All the drama and angst is worth it in the end, and there’s a sweetness to the chaos that is their story that is undeniable. Great job, Ms. Alvarez!u2063