Christian ColeI loved her. It took a day for me to realize she was different. It took a night for me to realize I had to let her go. I was reckless. She deserved everything I couldn’t give to her. I had someone else to worry about. Amari Santana I was in love with him.It only took a few weeks for him to take over all of my thoughts.It only took a few words for him to rip all we had to shreds and … thoughts.
It only took a few words for him to rip all we had to shreds and break me.
I left.
He stayed.
Now I’m back.
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Just Because of You
By: Gianna Gabriela
Narrated by: Lacy Laurel, Matthew Cohn
A fun, slightly angsty second chance romance, Gianna Gabriela takes us in and has us fall in love with Christian, Amari and Ari. Single dad Christian is called into school with his daughter Ari is part of a fight. Concern for his daughter does not even come close to the surprise he has when he meets with the principal. No other than Amari, his high school sweetheart. The girl he broke up with. Amari is shocked and her hurt comes back full force. Will these two find their second chance? I love the Gabriela’s style. She writes with such feeling and emotion that it’s easy to get caught up in the story. This second chance, single dad romance pushes all the buttons and is an enjoyable listen.
Lacy Laurel and Matthew Cohn dually narrate this story. Their voices are perfect for the characters, right down to Ari’s 6 year old voice and gives us all the feels. They compliment each other and bring out the true feelings in this book. A great performance for an afternoon of entertainment.
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This is a really sweet story that I thoroughly enjoyed. I liked the set up and the idea and the way it was brought about. The characters are very believable and I got more attached to them the more I listened. Lacy Laurel and Matthew Cohn did a great job with the narration, they really brought something extra to the story. Well worth the listen.
***** AUDIOBOOK REVIEW *****
Just Because of You was such a sweet and heartwarming second-chance story. I have a slight thing for single dad stories and with daddy’s like Christian, it’s easy to see why single parents is a trope all in itself. Amari and Christian have never gotten over each other even after 6 years of distance. Now the distance is gone and they have unfinished business and unfinished feelings.
Gianna Gabriela gives us a clean story that won’t scar little ears if they overhear. I do wish we could have had a bit more of a background on Ari’s mom and the situation that led to their breakup but the jist of it is laid out. This is a story that thrives on love and what it’s like to care about another person’s dreams and needs before your own.
Lacy Laurel has a fabulous voice for high emotion stories. Amari was a wounded and hurt character and Laurel really portrayed those feelings. Matthew Cohn played Christian very well. I really liked how his voice seemed to light up whenever he spoke to his daughter. He seemed to sound like a real man, if that makes sense. His voice has a comforting feeling to it.
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I love second chance romance, add in a single dad, and I’m a goner!! I was hooked from the first word and it’s was hard to put down. I felt my heart break and slowly, but the surely, the author put it back together again. I highly recommend this one if you love second chance and/or single dad romances!
Narration: Lacy & Matthew we’re perfect for this one! I could feel all of the emotions!! They did a fantastic job!!
Christian and Amari’s story is beautifully written. I loved this second chance to love. Christian is a single dad, handsome and caring. Amari is lovely and strong. Christian’s daughter is a wonderful smart kid. I love the ending. Lacy Laurel and Matthew Cohn did an outstanding job with the narration. I love their voices together. I enjoyed it, and I highly recommend it! #AudiobookObsession
I absolutely loved this book! What can be better than a second chance love story with a sassy, smart kid in the mix? This book has a bit of everything that will leave you in a blissful bubble while you listen.
This story is about a choice made by Christian that changed his future with Amari. He made the decision for both of them. In his mind he thought he was doing the best for Amari. They had planned to go to college together. He knew if he told her the truth she would stay behind. All because of one wild night before Amari , his future changed forever.
Amari went away for college. She vowed never to return to the small town. After getting a job offer at the grade school back home, she contemplated how will she react running into Christian again. Is he still there? Did he move on? Does he still love her?
Gianna Gabriels story of second chance romance is about, finding strength to go on with life after a devastating breakup. Being honest, having secrets, anger, heartbreak, devastation, and rebuilding trust, love and forgiveness!
Lacy Laurel and Matthew Cohn narration is wonderful. Their emotions of love lost, uncertainty, devastation, and all the anguish/despair were felt within Christian’s and Amari’s thoughts and words. I thoroughly enjoy enjoyed listening to this story.
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Just Because of You by Gianna Gabriela is a second chance romance that I listened to on audio narrated by Lacy Laurel and Matthew Cohn.
I absolutely love Gianna’s books! You can feel on the emotions of the characters through her writing. I absolutely loved Christian and Amari’s story. I cannot wait to read more of her work in the future.
Lacy and Matthew did an amazing job on the narration. They both know how to bring a story to life.
I would highly recommend this book if you love second chance romances.
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Just Because of You is a second chance romance swirled around a single dad.. I fell in love with Christian’s daughter. Not a overly angsty love story, more of finding a way back to an old high school love. A sweet story with morsels of passion sprinkled throughout. With a syrupy epilogue to bring a hea.
Narrators Lacy Laurel, Matthew Cohn are well artistic narrators and have a creative style. You get transplanted into the world of Christian and Amari. A entertaining dual narration listen.
Overall a cheerful listen
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Loved this book! When you read about Christian and Amari’s breakup in high school you are sad. As you learn more of the reasons, you are saddened even further by what could have been. When Amari gets the chance you return to her homework, she is ready but hesitant. When she sees Christian for the first time, it is under the most unique circumstance. As the story unfolds from there, you will enjoy and be captured in their love story. Ari is a sweet little girl. Two thumbs up!
I received an arc copy of the book and am leaving a voluntary review after completing my reading.
I honestly loved this book! Second chance romances are my favorite! So well written. An amazing story line. And characters that stole my heart. Love is love . And Christian and Amari definitely deserved a second chance at theirs.
This is one of those stories that i am so conflicted about. The writing is fantastic, the character development is spot on, the story flows well from beginning to end. What is the conflict, you ask… HIM, I really really wanted to like him for the decisions he made but he just made me angry. This is fiction yet it seemed to real. It was like watching a friend go through things.
It’s a great story of second chances – second changes whether they were deserved or not.
I absolutely recommend it
Christian was in a job that he hated and when he found out his old coach was retiring and was offered his job, he didn’t hesitate, the last six years he hasn’t done anything he loved and now he could, he wouldn’t change them for anything even her.
Amalia was devastated when Christian ended things with her, so much she left but now she’s back, due to a job offer. She thought she was over the hurt but returning to her home brought back everything she tried to forget.
Christian returns to the place where he broke the heart of the person he loved, while everyone watched, knowing he broke her. He knows he made mistakes, he can’t fix them, but the job at least lets him do what he loves. He doesn’t regret the decisions he made, but he does regret having to lose Amalia.
Amalia knew there was a chance she would see Christian but she wasn’t ready for what she would find out when she saw him, or that he wants her back, he wants another chance, but Amalia needs to listen to the full story – loved the part when their taking to long someone decides they need a little help.
This is the 1st book I’ve read written by Gianna Gabriela; she has done a great job at writing a good book; I can’t wait to read more of her books.
The story line caught my attention at the very beginning and kept me interested throughout the entire book.
I loved the chemistry between the characters.
I received a free copy of this book via booksprout and I’m voluntarily leaving a review.
This book had two of my favorite tropes: second chance romance & single dad. Christian & Amari were high school sweethearts. They had a romance that lasted less than a year but it was strong, passionate. Then Christian broke her heart. Years later Amari is back in town as elementary school’s new principal. It happens to be the school that Christian’s daughter attends. The daughter whose age lead Amari to jump to conclusions on why he broke it off. Soon they are both in a battle dealing with the past and also the love that neither of them could forget. I loved every minute of this story. This couple’s story was epic. There were a few times that I had chills from how emotional it all was. And there were many moments that had me swooning hard. This is a must read for all romance fans. You will instantly fall in love with these characters and root so hard for their happiness.
Christian and Amari were high school sweethearts but he crushed her heart when he broke it off with her. Years later she came back to their hometown not expecting to meet up with him again, least of all places at the school where his daughter went. They quickly realized that the feelings are still there. But will she be able to forgive him? Will she trust herself to love him again. This is a story about forgiveness and redemption, a well written book.
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This was a really cute, fast paced 2nd Chance romance. Christian was too sweet and along with his daughter they were my favorite part of the story. I’m not saying I didn’t like Amari, I just wish that she had been more open sooner to what Christian had to say. I wanted to shake her and say “listen to the man! He is trying to explain!” But I couldn’t. The banter from Ari (hero’s daughter) was a bright side of this story. She was so adorable and I loved seeing both main characters interact with her. The ending felt very rushed. Like nope, they weren’t talking and she couldn’t forgive him then bam! HEA. That was my biggest issue with the book. There were some twists that were interesting and made my jaw drop a little. This is a clean book with one kiss towards the end and while that’s not my thing, I was very engrossed in the story that it didn’t even bug me (so total win!) This is my first book by this author and I would totally try another one. 4 stars #2OCCJ
Christian and Amari take you on an emotional roller coaster of love and loss. These two pull you in and keep you glued to you Kindle that will make you cry, break your heart, and slowly put back together again. An amazing read of young love and true heart ache.
Another awesome read from this author. I was instantly pulled into Amari and Christian’s story. A sweet second chance romance.
In high school, Christian Cole broke the heart of Amari Santana, his one and only true love at that time. Six years later they have an unexpected encounter when Christian’s six year old daughter, Ari is sent to the principal’s office. The newly hired principal of the elementary is Amari! When Ari’s father shows up, Amari is shocked to discover it’s her heart-breaker, Christian.
I received an advance copy of this book. I am voluntarily giving my honest review, and I plan to buy this book when it becomes available.
He gave away his dreams and the love of his life to do the right thing as a teen.
But now he’s landed his dream job, and the one who got away has returned.
She left with a broken heart six years ago, but now destiny returns her and she’s surrounded by memories of the love that broke her.
Hope for a new start, one without him shatters upon his entry to her office.
Has time made a difference to how they both feel. Are they ready to speak the truth…
What a beautiful and mesmerising read!
Gianna Gabriella always writes from the heart, and this is no different. You can feel the passion and love that’s been poured into the story, page after page, chapter after chapter.
Christian might of been a heartbreaker as a teen, but as a man he’s devastatingly charming and will knock you off your feet with his pure heart.
Amari was devastated by his actions, and thus became a shell of who she once was. Now she’s clawed her way back to life, but her heart still cries.
She’s a tough cookie or pretends to be, and I loved that about her. She isnt a doormat, or a pushover but a feisty individual.
I could see a mile off what was going to happen, but it didnt matter because the journey was beautiful and had me swooning every step of the way.
Another fantastic read from Gianna, she always melts my icy cold heart. Her words are pure magic!