Mia Collins has an amazing life. She was popular in high school, and college is off to a great start. Everything seems perfect until she goes home for the break and everything changes… One night sets everything in motion and Mia’s world begins to fall apart. She’s stunned that the life she thought she knew was all a lie. After she loses her family, she’s forced to start over. This time though, … though, she vows to not let anyone get close to her again – to not get hurt again.
But life has a funny way of doing the opposite of what you ask for…
Colton Hunter is the captain and quarterback of a winning team. With killer looks and so much money he doesn’t need his football scholarship, you’d think that he would have nothing to worry about.
But behind his picture-perfect life lurks a dark secret – something that Colton has been forced to keep to himself for fear of what happens if he speaks out. Torn up inside by the deceit, he shuts everyone out, not allowing anyone to get close enough to see what hides behind the mask… That is until a girl crosses his path, shaking his resolve and forcing him to realize he doesn’t have to be strong all the time.
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Everyone knows who Colton Hunter is – the gorgeous captain and quarterback of Bragan University. What they don’t know is the secret he carries to protect his siblings. The girls all try to get his attention, except for one – Mia Collins. Their first meeting didn’t leave a great impression on her. In fact, she thinks he’s rude and hopes she doesn’t run into him again. Unfortunately, he is in one of her classes and she’s is paired with him and another friend of his for the rest of the semester working on a group assignment.
Colton has no idea why Mia dislikes him so much. He is intrigued and wants to find out why, so he goes out of his way to try to get to know her better. As they get to know each other better they both start putting down their protective walls and eventually fall for each other. But will a jealous and vindictive ex-hookup of Colton’s find a way to break them apart?
This was a great new adult/college romance read, introducing us to Colton, his siblings, and his teammates. Looking forward to the next one!
This book was amazing and so beautifully written!
I still can’t believe this was her debut novel because it was well written and I couldn’t put the book down once I started the prologue.
This book has emotion and laughter right trough it till the end. These characters are both hard headed and their personalities to die for.
I loved reading this book and will recommend it to everyone. If you haven’t yet read it, Download it now because you won’t put this book down once you start reading!!!
Afte a rough first encounter with Colton, Mia can’t stand him. She thinks he’s rude and has no manners. When she’s paired with him for a project in class, she couldn’t be more offput. The more time the spend together, the more the attraction grows. She doesn’t think she’s enough for him and all his football glory and has a stuck up witch trying to tear them apart. The story is cute and I was very happy with how it played out.
Oh wow. This story I seriously did not think from the way it started it was going to be the way it ended.
Both of these characters are so fractured and just broken all over the place. Trying to find and make their way through each nd every day.
But when they finally meet really meet its just so much more then that. Like they cant help but heal eachother without thinking or even doing anything.
I laughed so stinkin’ hard and so much, the interaction between Colton and Mia was so epic and witty.
The way they connect to one another and form this bond, even though both are also trying to hold back is just so good. These two as a couple may have become one of my favorites!
So it’s not often I can say that I finished a book in mere hours. A day, yes, but hours now that comes around like Halley’s Comet. That is exactly what Better With You is, a rare and beautiful moment in time that will last forever in your mind.
I found this book to be so endearing and such an amazing beginning to a new author and series. Nothing could pry this book out of my hands, for I read it while I ate breakfast, I read it while I prepared lunch and by the time I finished it I wanted to start it all over again. Truly this book captivated me from its opening line “Mia, hurry up!” to its last words “I always will.”
When I was first introduced to this book I wanted to read it because it’s enticing cover. I mean the tagline alone sucked me in but, then the teaser started showing up just about everywhere. I just couldn’t say no to the book after reading them. I knew I just had to read it. I let my expectations be, well, I let them be neutral. I didn’t want to expect too much and be let down. Safe to say that even if I set the bar to it limit, Better With You still would have reached it.
The meeting of Colton and Mia was so hilarious and honestly, I thought that what was meant by “second chances” little did I know Gabriela had so much more up her sleeve that left me awestruck. Watching the character development was as easy as watching a Friends on TV. It just worked. No matter how different the array of characters were within the 242 pages of this book not one was out-of-place, not one didn’t make sense and not one felt forgotten by the time I reached the end.
This book isn’t about finding someone to fix you because one person can’t fix all your problems. It’s about two people finding each other and building each other up instead of knocking each other down. Yes, they have their bumps, and boy is there some intriguing little twist within these covers. Oh man, I think I’m giving away too much. But it felt you just had to know that.
There where times within this book that I just laughed, because well the dialogue that goes on is not only realistic but perfect for a sarcastic smarta** like me. It was so refreshing to see authentic communication or lack of (you’ll get when you read it) between the group of college students.
Speaking of college students, Gianna Gabriela eloquently used a class assignment to highlight some very pivotal life-changing factors in which we are challenged within today’s world. And as if you need more incentive to purchase Better With You (FYI~ Colton Hunter is a phenomenal book boyfriend) Gianna is donating 30% of the profits from this book to The International Network of Hearts an organization that works with survivors sex trafficking.
Better With You is about your typical hot college jock Colton and the beautiful nerdy type newbie Mia. When Mia literally runs into Colton in class she is immediately turned off, but Colton is immediately turned on. Both have been hurt by people they loved and trusted in their pasts which has left them extremely guarded. It takes one task to start taking those guards down but just like life itself they are thrown some obstacles they need to overcome. Will they do it together or alone? Will they be able to put their fears aside and be truly happy together? You will have to read to find out. This is the first book in the Second Chance Series.
You would think as you read this story that Gianna has been writing stories her whole life, but she hasn’t. Her writing had me hooked from the first page. I am looking forward to reading more books by her in the future. Congratulations Gianna on the success of your first book ever!! I am now a fan for life.
Mia Collins is a smart student, who is focused on her education and doesn’t have time for romance. Colton Hunter is the star of the football team and a focused student. From the outside, both appear to have it all, but on the inside both are harbouring secrets and emotions that could threaten to destroy them. Haunted by the pasts, they are both focusing on their futures, until fate steps in and puts them together. Mia’s first impression of Colton is that he is a self-absorbed individual, who really doesn’t care about anyone but himself. Colton’s first impression of Mia is that she is the first person to really intrigue him and he has to know more about her. However, Mia is not your typical heroine! She is feisty and not a push-over and really makes Colton work to be able to get to know her better. As they are forced to work on a group project together, they begin to realize that there may be more between them than just the assignment. Walls slowly come down between them, but the past is lurking in the shadows, threatening to tear what they have apart. Will their romance survive, or will it be torn apart before they even have a chance at something real?
As I read this book it was unbelievably hard to fathom that this was Gianna Gabriela’s debut novel but it is. She has a bright future among some of my most favorite authors. You will absolutely fall in love with Colton and Mia’s story. I loved the relationship between these two characters. It wasn’t one character always providing support for the other but both characters supporting each other through the trials that life had dealt them. All I can say is this book is now one of my top favorites and I can’t wait to read more from this AMAZING author. she has a truly bright and successful future ahead of her as an author. I recommend that everyone read this book and I promise you will fall in love with it as much as I did.
Colton and Mia take you on their emotional journey right from the beginning. Both seeing things that rock their worlds.
Mia sticks to herself and has her roommate and doesn’t do well in big crowds. When she first meets Colton it’s not love at first sight it’s more hate from her cause he pushes her over.
Colton had a chip on his shoulder cause he carries a secret that is eating him alive.when their worlds collide again and the are forced to work together they become friends and than more. Will they he able to stay together or will other people and things keep them apart. This book takes you on emotional roller coaster from beginning to end. You will be laughing and than wanting to cry I could not stop reading. It pulled me and wouldn’t let go. Can’t wait to read more from her. It was an epic journey of love and more.
Wow I have no words for this book as it was breathtakingly beautiful. The words were beautiful written and rolled of the pages. This book is a must read and you will love this book as all that have read this book. This book is so emotional that you will feel the emotions of everything going through out the book. I was pulled in from the first page tell the very end. Their just isn’t enough stars for this book or enough words to express how beautiful this book is..
Totally Loved, every word, every period, every chapter…all of it!
The building romance of Mia and Colton is sweet. The whole relationship develops naturally as does the connections with the other characters in the story. The storyline is refreshing.
Cannot wait to get my hands on book two in the series.
P.S. –New Author Alert–Gianna Gabriela is the author to watch out for in 2018 and beyond!
A beautiful story of two college students that meet and eventually admit to falling in love …
This book made me smile laugh and fall in love with two beautifully written characters and their friends.
This was the first book I had read that was written by Gianna Gabriela and it definitely won’t be the last.
Just a side note the aurthor is doing a wonderful thing with 30% of the proceeds of each brought book going to The International network of hearts organisation which helps people who are survivors of human sex trafficking ….. what a great thing to do!
A story about second chances. Amazing and heartfelt. Was captivated by page one.
This book was sensational. I read a lot but I have never read a debut novel with such depth of character and understanding. Mia and Colton two very different people who seem to share a current hurt, although they don’t yet know it. Their is a definite spark between them, but neither of them want to acknowledge that. Colton’s story was told in such a way that you couldn’t help but feel for him and what’s in store for him. I think Mia’s story needs to be brought to the forefront more by way of explaining her trauma. Mostly though, this book is beautifully written, draws you in and makes you want to fight for the characters. Well worth the read.
Gianna Gabriela has just gotten a 10.0 on the 1/4 mile with her first book ever!!
Better With You is about your typical hot college jock Colton and the beautiful nerdy type newbie Mia. When Mia literally runs into Colton in class she is immediately turned off, but Colton is immediately turned on. Both have been hurt by people they loved and trusted in their pasts which has left them extremely guarded. It takes one task to start taking those guards down but just like life itself they are thrown some obstacles they need to overcome. Will they do it together or alone? Will they be able to put their fears aside and be truly happy together? You will have to read to find out. This is the first book in the Second Chance Series.
You would think as you read this story that Gianna has been writing stories her whole life, but she hasn’t. Her writing had me hooked from the first page. I am looking forward to reading more books by her in the future. Congratulations Gianna on the success of your first book ever!! I am now a fan for life.
Great debut book
I enjoyed this book so much. It was heartwarming, feel good read that I couldn’t put down . I will be reading more by this author.
So loved this book. It is a must read.
This is such a great book by a great author which this is her first book she has publish. You will love reading Mia and Colin story. It was funny and it also played you my heart strings. It was so good that I have read it a few time which l didn’t want to put it down. It real is a page turner. I can’t wait to see what Gianna has next. Love it so much and must read. It more then a 5 star review
So I wasn’t aware until now that this novel was a debut for this author and guys I have to say I am completely blown away.
Only picking this up last night, it consumed me to the point that I couldn’t put the damn thing down until I had it finished.
Mia and Colton’s story was enthralling.
I absolutely loved it.
Both college students, Mia and Colton are complete opposites.
While Colton is popular one, Mia is the quiet and shy one.
While Colton is known by everybody, Mia is known by no one.
While Colton is self-assured and cocky, Mia is a little doubtful about herself.
See complete opposites.
But their worlds are about to collide when one phone call is made.
Their worlds will be fused together and neither of them have any control over it.
While Colton embraces it, Mia shies away from it.
While Colton lays his emotions on the line, Mia keeps herself guarded.
But they also come with damaged pasts.
So how will their story go?
Will they ever begin?
Will Colton and Mia be a thing, or will they be nothing at all?
Who is set out to sabotage them?
Will Mia let her guard down?
Can Colton break down not only his own walls, but Mia’s as well?
Will Colton and Mia survive the storm headed their way?
Or will it break them?
As I stated before I absolutely loved this novel. It was everything I as a reader could’ve asked for. It was light-hearted, witty, charismatic, pure, innocent and simplistic in its delivery. It was executed perfectly to the point that I still can’t believe that this was a debut novel for this author. I honestly cannot wait to read more from this author.
Congratulations Gianna, Better With You was insanely perfect.
5 stars.
Every time I think about the fact that this is Gianna’s debut novel, I am blown away. It’s been forever since I’ve read an YA novel that I’ve enjoyed, that when my emotions ebbed and flowed with the characters and the story line, I realized that she did what every author sets out to do. To invoke each emotion carefully and thoughtfully, as to not be bombarded with all of it at once, and take the reader on a journey of the characters that they are sharing with us. This is a great way to show young ladies that, while yes you can do it all on your own, you don’t have to and having someone there to lean on and trust is worth all the heartbreak that could possibly come with it. Great read for readers of any age looking for a light romance to enjoy. Can’t wait to see what else Gianna has in store for the future.