There are parts of our lives which are predestined, and no matter how hard we try, we can’t change what will happen — what must happen. Andrew Manners understood that better than most, but it didn’t change how he felt about his past or his desire to change it.Even angels have regrets, and after living two mortal lifetimes in his angelic form, and with countless other years ahead, he would give it … would give it all up to be with the man he’d loved and lost for just one short lifetime together.
“Everything has a price. Every journey has an end.”
The price Andrew paid when his journey ended was immortality. A gift, some would say. A curse, others would whisper.
He’s walked the earth for almost one hundred years, putting aside all selfish needs while caring and offering comfort to others. When he finds a dying man on the streets of London, he’s unprepared for how it will change his life.
“I never knew how my life could change in such a short space of time, or how one decision would affect the outcome in such a monumental way.”
Josh is inconsolable after losing his partner, and as Andrew guides the grief stricken man through his pain, he’s forced to recall his own mortal life and the lover he left behind. Looking back allows him to see what he could find with Josh, but such a strong bond shouldn’t exist between a mortal and an angel, and Andrew struggles with the demands of his angelic duties and what his heart needs.
“I found out it was possible to love, and be loved in return, only to face losing it all.”
Knowing a relationship can only bring them both heartache, and unable to explain his angelic form, Andrew believes he will spend an eternity mourning what could have been.
“The true measure of love is what you’re willing to give up for it.”
With the terrifying prospect of living forever without the man he loves weighing heavily on his soul, Andrew seeks out a different path, one which could lead him into the hands of the demonic creatures which now hide in the shadows around him, or lead him into the arms of his soulmate. The risks are great. Andrew’s very soul is in danger. But what good is a soul without its mate?
Falling in love was easy. Falling for love would be the hard part.
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This is another book that I fell in love with when it first came out. I meant to read it again, but there are always so many new books and too little time!
A beautifully written book, it had me almost in tears two or three times and this happened again when Dan Calley read those same passages. He nails both Andrew and Josh, bringing both to life in amazing detail. He has a few other voices to play with; the 2 that stand out are Barrington and Stefan. Emotions are all well played out too: sympathy; anger; tears; pleasure….
I loved the “epilogue” with Sage and Lucian. There is a story to tell here. I literally didn’t want this book to end.
Wonderful Story & Narration Gripping & Heartfelt!
Destined to Fall
By: Louisa Mae
Narrated by: Dan Calley
This is an awesome book, it grabbed my attention right from the start and held it straight to the end. It is my first book written by Louisa Mae and it will not be my last, I enjoyed her writing style and the fascinating and imaginative storylines and characters she created. The characters are complex and nicely developed, they are realistic, yes even the heavenly ones, easy to relate to and connect with. Andrew Manners has been on the earth for decades, he lost his life trying to save, Barrington, his friend and lover from drowning only to drown himself. The angels gave him immortality and had him stay earth bound as a guardian angel, they continue to give him his assignments. He enjoyed his job, he liked helping people deal with grief, it helped him in his own grief and guilt for not being able to say Barrington, the love of his life. One night he comes across a victim of a vicious beating, Simon was in bad shape, Andrew comforted him and Simon wanted him to to stay with him and to be there for his partner Josh. Simon passes from his injuries leaving Andrew with a heartbroken Josh and staying true to his word to Simon he comforts Josh. The two really click, the chemistry between them was undeniable and Andrew wants to be there for him but there are complications, one being he is an angel in human form, the other being he is forbidden from telling anyone what he really is. But the two could not deny each other. I loved how everything plays out in this book, including when Andrew’s former life collides with his Angelic life and how he reflects back to that time and gives us an inside glimpse of it. The Angelic hierarchy are not happy with Andrew and he is given ultimatums. This book is cleverly plotted and there is never a dull moment, there is plenty of drama, some angst, twists and turns, some thrilling suspense, lot of heartfelt and emotional moments, heart-wrenching ones and some hot romance. Lousia Mae, thank you for this wonderful story and the emotional rollercoaster ride.
I listened to the Audible edition, Dan Calley is a fabulous narrator and voice artist. He brings these characters to life, gives each their own voice and personality and humanizes them with emotions. His portrayal of the characters is spot on, sounding just as I picture them to sound. He is an entertaining storyteller and a pleasure to listen to. Thank you for this wonderful listen
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Oh gosh. What can I say about Andrew and Josh’s story? Sigh. I started crying at the beginning when Andrew died… yes I can tell you this without it being a spoiler as it made clear he is an angel. Then again I cried when Andrew couldn’t save Simon.. again yes I can say that as that brings us t how he meets Josh, Simon’s partner. Now comes stuff I cannot tell you and several twists that keep you on the edge of your seat, another sad part, yet sort of happy too. Then more twists and decisions for Andrew. The romance is beautiful, the story angsty but beautiful and the ending glorious. Then a little something that left me wanting Sages story lol.
I loved Dan Calley’s narration. His voice is a dream to listen to and he tells the story so well and you never feel like your just being read to. He does the excitement and sex scenes very well and I highly recommend you get the audio as it just adds more to the already amazing book.