Turns out I’ve got a low tolerance for being ignored.It was Cam who offered occasional dates. It was Cam who suggested we be exclusive “bed” buddies. It was Cam who slowly began to disappear from my life, and I’m tired of feeling like nothing more than a warm body. I deserve better. When I find myself spending more time with my friends, it’s Sebastian who’s here for me when I need him most. … here for me when I need him most. There’s always been that “something” between us, but with his string of girls and Cameron in the way, I never really entertained the idea.
Enter one ex-girlfriend and another addition to my list of bullies.
One betrayal changes everything. I’m not settling anymore. I’m not doing what’s best for everyone else this time. No, this time I’m doing what’s best for me.
I’m tired of standing under this umbrella alone.
NOTE: This is the SECOND EDITION with major revisions.
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Moving into the next book in the series finds our heroine in even more turmoil. Though Cam seems to have turned a new leaf, there are things that simply don’t add up. And her roommate, Cam’s sister, sees the same things. By the way, I love Alexa’s strength and how she stands up to her brother and for her friend. Sebastian is Olivia’s rock through the entire story from the beginning of her college career, and we see how hard he works to make sure she survives an even more horrendously devastating blow.
I’m not one of those people who would have put up with the adult bullying Olivia deals with, but that isn’t to say there aren’t people out there who are too frightened or confused to do more about it than she did. So even though I don’t like what happened to her or how she was taken advantage of, but I understand that these things happen in the real world whether we like that they do or not.
This was another heart-wrenching story that had me in tears and in shock, and I give kudos to this author for never disappointing me. Wonderful job, and with the HEA for our heroine, I look forward to seeing where this story leads next.
Loved this one even more than the original!! I laughed and cried, sighed a little and cheered when karma came calling. And I can’t believe I forgot how much I love Sebastian! Can’t wait for the 3rd book!!
WOW!! I don’t know how I had gone without reading about Cam and Olivia before now. Their story is so good! Though I am glad I did wait since I didn’t know what to expected in this revised version. It allowed me to experience it as a first time reader. And that experience was incredible. Emotional but incredible. I felt so many things as this story unfolded. I was so invested in these characters by the conclusion of book one that by this book I couldn’t read fast enough. Cam and Olivia’s conclusion is an insane ride all the way to the end. And I’m so glad that Anne has more planned for this series because I NEED MORE!
Beautiful and perfect – again
Wow, this book picks up exactly where The Way With You finished – in the middle of the ‘Stone Drama’ drama where Olivia faces off with Cam and I’m wondering where his caring and sensitive side had gone. The man who’d carefully carried her home each time she lost herself to alcohol, in the face of devastation after the accident that killed her friends. I mourned the loss of him as much as Olivia did, I’m sure.
In the years since I’ve read the first edition of The Way With You, I’ve learned that characters and authors have a unique relationship, and those characters will get their story told, in the way that they want, regardless of the wishes of their readers. This time I was prepared, and, I have to admit, I enjoyed the story, and it’s ending more than last time.
Anne Mercier told Olivia’s gruelling story in the most honest and sensitive way that did justice to Liv, and showed us how true friends react in a crisis. Those who truly love you are there through everything and Olivia certainly found the one who mattered. I am also happy to see that there is another book to come in this series, and I hope it answers the questions still in my head from last time. 4.5 Stars.
This review is for the second edition for book two The Way With You.
I loved it! I mean I liked the first edition well enough even with the turn it took but the revisions and the addition of a second epilogue just tied everything together.
I don’t want to give too much away because I don’t want to ruin it for anyone. But if you were left with your mouth hanging opening at the end of book one and wondering what the hell happens all I can say is Anne answers and Olivia gets her HEA!
For those that might be put off by the other reviews and the first editions of book one and two I’ll ask you to keep this in mind, this story, these books are about Olivia ‘s journey and her finding herself after suffering a major tragedy. She gets her HEA and ends up with who she is meant to be with. And that is all any of us book readers can ask for.
This book picks up right where TWBTY left off. Cam and Olivia are in the middle of some drama, football season is starting for Cam, and his bully ex-girlfriend is now in town. Olivia is still trying to find herself but is making progress. Sebastian is always around has become her best friend along with Alex. Drama is woven into the whole book. Full of emotion and angst.
I enjoyed the rest of Olivia’s story. There was so much emotion the entire journey. Cameron was her boyfriend but why did was everything with him so confusing? Sebastian was her friend who was always there for her. Olivia’s journey was not easy. Everything led up to the ending and her HEA. I enjoyed every word.
Like the revised version of book 1, it is like it is a completely new book.
I first read the old version of the book when it first came years ago and the events/bullying within this book are still not easy to read.
Throughout it all Liv remains strong and someone all girls should aspire to be.
Definitely a must read after you have read book 1.
Wow i loved this book i couldn’t put it down. I can’t wait to see what’s happening next in this series and i will definitely be recommending it to friends.
Oh wow! This book was awesome!
After reading book one, I couldn’t wait to find out what happens next. Book two, took me on a roller coaster ride of emotions. So many turns in the storyline. Jaw dropping moments. I paced the room not knowing what was going happen next…..I didn’t see any of this coming! I’m in shock and left speechless.
Think this is my favourite book by this author so far. Can’t wait to read more.
If you have read the original edition of this, you will want to grab the second edition and reread it. Anne Mercier has taken what was already a great book and made it better.
I don’t come across many books that make me truly dislike one of the main characters. The things I want to say to Cam, along with knocking some sense into the boy. He has Olivia, but he just can’t seem to remember what it is that a boyfriend is supposed to do.
Olivia has been through so much. And this second book puts her through so much more. Tragedy, heartbreak, and more loss. Cam’s lack of attention leaves the door open for another. Can they make that step? Should they make that step?
You’ll want to grab this to find out. Not excited to see what Book 3 (the conclusion) will have in store for Cam, Olivia, Sebastian, and Alexa.
Shew, What a ride. If you are looking for a good angsty young adult book full of drama and swoony college guys look no further. Sebastian and Cameron can bring a girl to their knees with a sexy wink and smile. Which will Olivia choose? It was an emotional rollercoaster with her and Cam. He saved her from a boozy downfall in book one and was on the path to winning her heart until her high school nemesis showed up and boy what a hurricane Allison turned out to be. I loved how her friendship with Bash and his protective swoony self made her feel safe. She needed a great friend in her life since Cam liked to be an absent boyfriend. Cant wait for Sebastians story.
This is the 2nd part of this awesome story, and carries straight on from where “The Way Back to Me” ends. Olivia grows from strength to strength, and is no walkover. This is a beautifully written tale which is raw, gritty, emotional, heart-wrenching, and a sweet and riveting tale. I highly recommend this gifted authors’ work for all, you will never be disappointed!
I actually give this a 3.5. It was good, but I found myself get too frustrated with the characters. I don’t want to give anything away, but there were too many times that Olivia should have gone to the police or school officials. Knowing how Allison was in high school, Cameron should have taken Olivia’s complaints more seriously. I think Olivia ended up exactly where she needed to be. The ending was the best the part. When Olivia gives the umbrella back because she doesn’t need it anymore, that was just the best!
I couldn’t put this down! You know an author knows what they are doing when you are staying up late because you can’t put the book down.
The sequel picked up where the first book left off, and it gave us more depth as to the “relationship” between Cameron Stone and Olivia. It gives more of a behind the scenes of the torment that Liv had to endure at the hands of Cameron and his then girlfriend Allison in high school. It took the reader through all of the emotions that Liv faced then, and still faces while going to college. Sebastian has always been there for Liv, and she just never realized that her knight in shining armor was by her side the entire time. There were plenty of times that you could feel as if you were part of the story feeling all of the emotions, going through all of the scenarios right along with them.
Updated review for Second Edition publication-10/2019.
I enjoyed reading the first one and with the release and updated second edition, wow Ms. Mercier, you have just made a great story even better.
Eventhough I am still team CAM, I just love how this story goes. I have been reading Ms. Mercier’s books for a long time and her amazing writing ability to revamp this series in such a way just shows the awesomeness of her growth of a writer and the ability to outdo herself each time.
The smoothness of this story, with a side of drama and all that in between take us a college ride of finding yourself, family, friends, love, bullying and so much more.
You must read book 1 to read/understand book 2 and I can’t wait for more in this series.
I Didn’t Love This Edition As Much, Sadly!! 3.5 Stars
The Way With You: The Way #2 SECOND EDITION
Having re-read book #1, knowing this one was releasing, so that I could fully immerse myself in the storyline & characters again. I came to a painful conclusion – I 100% preferred the Authors original storylines in both books!! I know many readers hated the ‘Cam twist’ in the original version, but for me it was true to his personality, this version made both Cam & Liv’s emotions seem too, almost superficial?!
I still enjoyed the book but I’d rather have the original, and in my opinion, more realistic, emotive & explosive reads! The whole book felt emotionally disconnected, some how, to me. This has never happened to me before with this Author’s work so I’m not worried, I know it’s just me & this particular book, well Edition! I’ll still be at the front of the queue to buy ‘Strings’ next month!!
Debbie, 1970, UK