From Wall Street Journal & USA Bestselling Author M. Robinson. A coming of age, enemies to lovers, contemporary romance filled with angst and all the feels.I should have told her everything.How much I loved her. How much I’ve always loved her. But I didn’t. I couldn’t. I just wasn’t made that way.Instead… I claimed her. Teased her.Taunted her.Worshipped her.Until… I broke her.My best … her.
Taunted her.
Worshipped her.
Until… I broke her.
My best friend.
My savior.
My girl.
From my mind to my heart, to every single bone in my body.
She owned me.
I was hers.
Every look.
Every kiss.
Every touch.
Every tear.
It was always her.
The only thing I feared more than losing her was forgetting her.
I hated how much I needed her.
She was mine.
Always and forever.
I hated her then.
But Harley Jameson was about to find out how much…
I LOVED her now.
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REVIEW: 4 STARS
“She was a fuckin’ vision I was addicted to.”
If ever there was a finale that had me concerned (but obviously produced a smile throughout), it was this one! Not concerned as in she won’t be able to meet the rush the first one gave me, but more along the lines of how is this story going to play out when it can go so many different ways!!! So.Many.Ways. I knew there was going to be a twist coming that rocked my understanding of the foundation of this very story, and sure enough – Robinson nailed it.
A few things raised my eyebrows, a few made me say “yeah sure” with a questionable eye, and some of it was entirely predictable – BUT, I never put it down once I started it. I was immersed in Jackson and Harley’s world and was completely caught up in their turmoil. I love that Jackson and Harley’s age allowed the innocence and the ridiculous remarks to actually work in their favor, not only giving the young adult angsty side of it, but also providing just enough comedy to lighten the mood every few pages. But I think the most amazing thing to see was Jackson’s determination, through thick and thin, to get his point across to her. He was headstrong and stubborn – not saying she wasn’t, but also overly cocky and had the pride of a grown man – none of which truly concerned me because the cockier, the better, in general. As long as it’s justifiable, and with Jackson it was.
“She was like an angel and a demon at the same time. She was sinful as much as she was heavenly in my arms.”
The underlying message, the meaning behind everything, was so carefully placed in these books, I loved seeing it all come together. I loved discovering right along with Harley how much love Jackson had for her – how far he would go to show it in his own ways, and how every single action and word meant something. Of course, looking back as it all came to light was a great thing to see. Jackson’s confidence worried me in some aspects because of how tenacious he was, and how many women would put up with that much drama? That much turmoil? That much pain just to get the love they knew they deserved? Well, it definitely took a strong woman and Harley was just the one to wrangle him in and keep him in check, with her knee or her mouth. It was definitely smile-inducing to the very end, and I’m so very thankful for that.
And I must admit, the cover model for these books was the perfect “picture” for me to see Jackson Pierce and how sexy he really was, because it kinda brought the story more to life for me. Sometimes picturing a character is the hardest thing for me to do, which I find really weird – especially if the author is painting a great picture with their words, but characters are always seen through my ‘own eyes’ because of my life experiences and such, so seeing her vision for him really put the icing on the cake. So fitting.
Robinson did such a great job making this a standalone duet from her spinoff of her Good Ol Boys series. I really can easily recommend this as a first read of hers for any newbies, all the way to a great way to jump back into the first world of hers to the regular readers. With this duet being the kids from her kids from her Good Ol Boys series (did you follow that?), there was enough of a separation between storylines and little to no knowledge necessary about Creed and Mia to understand their dynamic and how they played into this series. While there was some action from them, it was negligible in terms of required knowledge to continue the flow with this duet. However, I am going to say that she set up at least two more books from this duet alone for other characters, and I am anticipating some angst and drama coming from the next one and I am perversely excited about them. It’s so wrong and so good on a whole different level!!!
—> This one actually had me sprouting tears….don’t tell anyone.
“Gremlin, you had to hate me to love me.”
~BEE
Runnnn Jackson RUNNNNN!!!! Cuzz Creed is about to put you to ground!!!
Ok, I am jumping on the “Best book M. Robinson has written” train today!!! Girlll Love You Now was sooo freaking good!!! I actually hated to see that last page when I finally reached it. BUTT…OMG…I AM SOOO EXCITED TO SEE WHO IS UP NEXT!!!!
I adored Harley and Jackson’s story. I loved every second of reading their story..OMG the ANGST was REAL in Love You Now. Talk about breaking my heart about every other chapter!!! lol You definitely threw some curve balls in this book and some definite Touch Downs as well!!! (I know that is two diff sports I just threw into my review!! haha)
I have to say I can read about these Good Ole’ Boys and their kids for the rest of my life!!! I can never get enough!!! Thank you for writing M. Robinson and I am sooo happy you got the inspiration to write these books from watching Boss Man and his friends riding bikes that day!!!
Fan-Damn-Tastic!!! xoxo
235 pages, that is how many pages are in this book. 235 pages filled with words that are meant to tell a story. 235 pages filled with words that pull every conceivable emotion possible. Laughter, sadness, anger, bliss, passion and love. 235 pages of tears and yelling at the author for doing what she does best, wring your heart then fill it. 235 pages of Jackson and Harley, Ya’ feel me?
I feel like I am rambling because literally read the book in 3 hours, sporting a head ache and then a heart ache and then angry at how this book was killing me in the best of ways. M. Robinson has a way of doing that. Reading a book so quickly that it literally leaves a mark on your soul.
Jackson and Harley, I have no words for how they have affected me. I have no words for how the way they handled things affect me. All I can say is this, Reading this book made me look at secrets, lies and how the affect the way we see things. Love, Love is the truth that can never be denied, and that is how this book of 235 pages of Jackson and Harley battling and butting heads and ultimately loving one another freely made me feel.
The Queen of Angst did it again, and since I have read all of her books I can honestly say that Jackson in the very best man that she has ever written. A perfect 235 pages.
Monica Robinson is truly the QUEEN of ANGST!!!! I was so unprepared for the conclusion of Harley and Jackson’s story. I thought at the end of Hated You Then I was all for Team Harley but then I read Love You Now and I really fell hard for that little shit Jackson!
Whatever you think is going to happen in this story STOP We all know Monica will tear your hearts out and leave you crying (Not because she wants to….yes she does, but seriously it’s the characters who can change things up when least expected. And boy that ending has me excited for Cash’s story!
I can honestly say Hated You Then and Love You Now is one of my all time favorite duets by Monica. I felt every emotion bleeding from the pages. I laughed cried got mad cursed and loved every minute reading Harley and Jackson’s story.
Harley and Jackson have straddled the fine line between love and hate for almost all of their lives. Their story had highs and lows. Truths so achingly raw that you feel it in your chest. Torment that you can relate to. This story will touch so many places in your heart. The “Queen of Angst” once again lives up to her moniker.
The 2nd and final book in the duet, Jackson and Harley’s story comes to it’s conclusion. It was everything that you’d expect and a whole lot more. We finally find out about their truths, their secrets and the lies that threaten to rip their world apart.
This book has it all, the laugh out loud parts, the make you so mad you just want to hit something (or someone), the parts that make you envious of their love and the parts the break your soul, especially as a mother. This book tore all the emotions from me and reminded me why this author is, without a doubt, on my forever one-click list.
Going into this book I knew I was going to need lots of chocolate and boxes of tissues and it certainly held up to all of my expectations. M. Robinson has a distinct way of pulling her readers directly into the story. They feel everything the characters feel – every heartache, every irritation, every loss and especially every triumph. She takes your heart in her hands and pulls it apart like pulling petals from a flower and then slowly and with precision puts it all back together again. I took this book very slowly. Reading each page sometimes twice, but in the end not only does M. Robinson live up to her name “The Queen of Angst” but she has also written what I can honestly consider on of the best duets I have read in a VERY long time. I cannot wait to see the masterpiece she will create next. Thank you M. Robinson for the joy and heartbreak you provide to your readers.
The road to love is never easy. Harley and Jackson have been at odds from since childhood. Their hate is epic but also a weird kind of foreplay. The attraction is real between them which they finally give into while hating each other at the same time. I don’t think I’ve experienced two more stubborn characters to admit what they truly feel. It doesn’t help that they each believe the other hates them so wanting to admit that you love that person is pretty hard to do. When life throws them a curve ball, Jackson steps up in the best way even as Harley pushes him away. This duo’s love is so strong while they both fight it. Though Jackson is the one more willing to embrace it which is surprising to me. I loved every turbulent, gut-wrenching moment, even when I wanted to shake some sense into them. I felt all their emotions and challenges while I hoped for my desired outcome. I voluntarily read an ARC of this book and this is my honest review.
The Love Hurts duet is complete with book two Love You Now by M. Robinson. I literally had my heart racing with scary beats as I read this story about two friends/enemies that finally realize that love is the biggest winner. Robinson has the ability to write words that not only draw you in but make you feel like you are there in the story. There is plenty of drama and turmoil which gives credence to M. Robinson earning the title of Queen of Angst. Everything Robinson writes is pure gold! Great characters and a story that will leaving you wanting more which is perfect because it’s Journey and Cash’s turn to have their story told with My Rockstar. 5-stars for Love You Now by M. Robinson.
Harley Jamieson is pregnant, and her lifelong frenemy Jackson Pierce is going to marry her. All their lives Harley and Jackson have professed their hate for one another but when it comes down to it, they are always there for each other. Growing up hasn’t been easy for Jackson after losing his mother but Harley has always been there to help him feel better, right until he pulls his next prank. Both Harley and Jackson have hurt the other one on more than one occasion, but what happens when the hate they always felt towards each other becomes something more?
I just finished this book and I’m like wow this Is a really great book and I can’t wait to read cash and journey book
I just finished this book and I’m like wow this Is a really great book and I can’t wait to read cash and journey book
Well now that my heart has finally patched itself back up let me go into the review shall we? This is book two in the Love Duet and starts up right after the jaw dropping cliffhanger we were left with in Hated You Then. Taking place between their teens to 20’s this gives us the full picture of the love/hate relationship that Jackson and Harley still have together. They do not have an easy ride together and as always this is told from past to present intertwined. Of course there’s more MC cameos from our favorite daddy too. Be careful Jackson, if Creed doesn’t hurt you I might!!! LOL I cannot say too much as it would give away the whole story but Jackson…when you’re not sweet, you really are dumb sometimes! Ugh!! Get ready for all the feels with with one. “Gremlin, you had to hate me to love me.” I just went through an emotional rollercoaster in the best possible way. Get ready! Told in dual POV
Omg… This was the best book ever… I have been waiting for this from like 2 months and every second of it was worth it. Harley and Jameson… shit, i don’t even know what to say. They are the best ever… There’s just one thing… The one thing i hate and love about this author is that she leaves us in suspense about the next couple.. you just have to read the book to know about that 😉 , but overall I really loved this book. One of favorites
Wow wow wow!!!
This is the 2nd book in the love hurts duet. In this book we see exactly what all Jackson and Harley have gone through together and how they have evolved.
As always Monica had me on the edge of my seat. Even at 50% in the book I was waiting for the shoe to drop and the tears to happen. Of course she didn’t disappoint. I truly love following the new generation of good ol boys.
“I hated how much I needed you. How much I thought about you. How much you owned me. From my mind to my heart, to every single bone in my body. I’m yours. I pushed you away, I hurt you, I bullied you ’cuz at the end of the day, the only thing I fear more than losing you”—I looked deep into her eyes—“is forgetting who you are.”
Oh my stars what an ending to an amazing story of 2 people who you will just fall in love with and want to smack them upside their head’s at the same time. This is one book that’ll stay with me for awhile the emotions the angst was on point in this story. This is definitely a must read especially if you read the 1st book Hated You Then. You need to grab it if you haven’t
My heart hurts. For Jackson. For Harley. For this book to be over. With a plot twist I never saw coming Love You Now is a rocky ride on the emotion train. Be prepared.
I love Jackson Pierce. He has a fierce, loyal, protective, loving soul and heart. M out did herself writing him.
Harley on the other hand. She is a Jameson through and through. Hard headed and stubborn. There were times I wanted to reach in and slap her. Just like her daddy.
As much as love M’s men. And I love all of them, especially Dylan McGraw. I can’t stand Cash McGraw. What he does in this book is despicable. Unforgivable. He has a long way to go to redeem himself in my eyes.
This book is a great addition to my M. Robinson collection.
Love You Now is the final book in this duet and hands down one of my most anticipated read of the year. The story continued where it left off and was told in dual POV. After that book one ending, needless to say I’m dying to dive into this story to know what will happens next. I swear, I told myself I’m prepared, but I was wrong.
My heart and emotions was not prepared for that roller coaster ride of angst. I thought I know to handle it from the numerous angsty books I’ve read, but this story is something else. Jackson and Harley’s chemistry, like I’ve said before is explosive bordering on toxic level. Together with unexpected twists, you could surely say I was slayed by this amazing conclusion to this duet. I couldn’t wait for the next book! A definite must read!
First I want to say that M. Robinson kicks ass when it comes to writing her books and how she portrays her heroines because I think she’s one of my all time favorite authors when it comes to her heroines. They’re always so powerful, strong-willed, sometimes hard headed but they always come out on top.
Harley and Jackson’s story started off so damn cute in Hated You Then. I loved how the author really got us, the readers, to get to know her characters as children and how their love/hate relationship evolved to adulthood. Their nicknames for each other was the cream of the pie with these two.
Love You Now really took me by surprise especially when certain revelations came to light. Never in a million years would I have expected for this turn of events.
But with that said, this was a fantastic duet. I absolutely love this clan and now I’ll sit here and read other books and patiently await the next one up in line from this generation of kids.
Oh Jackson and Harley…
I don’t know where to start…
I’ve been waiting for Love you now since reading Hated you then,
This book is my most anticipated book..
From page 1, so much going on that i needed to catch my breathe…i could feel my heart beating/breaking for Jackson and Harley.
One mistake…and BOOM the chase…the pull…the push just to prove that they belong together but when suddenly its going to be okay… another bombshell happened that pushed Harley over the edge that the past …the mistakes seems the hardest part to forget.
How will Jackson prove himself for Harley to come back to him whole-heartedly both are lost over the past, but one thing is for sure…Jackson knows they belong together and meant to be but…is it too little too late as Trust is broken.
This is the first book that after reading, I go back to the chapters that mentioned some songs especially Closer by Nine Inch Nails and read it again whilst listening to the song. That chapter is so HOT as F.
Love you Now is jammed pack with lots of potential sequel too…M Robinson will be so busy in 2020!
Congratulations this DUET is the BOMB
Wow!! Love You Now!! What an amazing story! Written with so much passion and emotion!! You could literally feel the vice squeezing your heart! The words that flowed from the pages were heart wrenching at times! And holy moly, that ending!!!Shocking would be an understatement!! Such an adrenaline rush!! Phenomenal book that was brilliantly written!!