Unsteady

“You okay? Do you feel unsteady?” “Not anymore.”

“Why would you want to marry me? I asked as he breathlessly walked over to me?

“We’re just kids. You can’t possibly think I’m the girl you will wind up with. How can you think that?” He placed his hands on either side of my neck and kissed me again. I liked his kisses, not only did I feel like a grown –up, but my heart fluttered, and my lips felt him even after he let me go. This time I kissed him back until he pulled away and stared into my eyes with a seriousness I hadn’t seen before.

“Because Londi, from the moment I saw you I always knew you were mine.”

This was my first time reading anything by Elizabeth York. I must say it was a great book for me to start out with from her. I had a few moments here and there where I was ‘unsteady’ about my feelings on her writing style. As I finished the novel however, it made sense where she was trying to build the drama to the culminating end. I just felt as if it could have been done a little more quickly, so to speak. That is the only reason I have gone with four stars. I overall did enjoy the storyline and the way it unfolded eventually.

This was the difficult and long journey love story of Logan and London (Londi). These two have the connection you see amongst most of the greats love story couples, and the ability to be each other’s everything from the first moment they meet. This is complicated by many things, mostly London related. London as a character drove me bananas for the most part. I kind of wanted to shout “Wake UP!” several times at her. I was so happy that she eventually came to a few realizations by the end of the book and as a character had developed tremendously. Ultimately these two face the difficulties of secrets and lies. It destroys the love they had at the beginning, will it be destroyed more when the details are unfolded? Is it possible for them to ever have that happily ever after they so desire?

“I will always have you in my heart as my first love, but I can’t give you anything else. Love doesn’t fight for us, it’s just a feeling but we fight like hell for those we want to share it with. I lost my fight six years ago when you walked away. And I don’t want it back. I don’t want to be hurt, and I am not doing to do anything that would cause you pain either, Take care of yourself Londi.”

Just like that he was gone from my life once again. Nothing I said, nothing I felt, and nothing I did mattered anymore. I always thought an apology would make a difference, but it didn’t. I always thought the truth would make it better, but instead I would go to my grave with the real story why I left.

“Then he said the words I thought I’d never hear. “I love you London, but I don’t think this is going to work between us.”

I feel as if I can’t give away too much more than this without ruining the book. I know I will be looking for more reads by Elizabeth York.

This was my first time reading this author, but Elizabeth York proved this will not be the last time. From reading the blurb, I knew I would enjoy Logan and London’s story, but I had no idea how captivated I would be. What thought would be a friends to lovers romance was full of intrigue and mystery that held my attention on every page.
If you haven’t read Elizabeth York before, Unsteady is a great place start.

I was really excited for this book and the whole idea of a second chance romance. Two people who loved each other when they are younger and meet again as adults. It’s always fun reading about that reconnection. At the beginning I felt this story was a little odd because random characters kept dropping in on Logan and London, the main characters, and I didn’t understand the connection. As the book progressed it started to make more sense. I thought the story was very original but I did feel like there was just too much happening for the relatively short book it is. Not enough time was spent on developing the characters so I felt a little disconnected from them. It did keep me interested enough to finish it. I think with a little more character development and less characters this would be an excellent story to get lost in.

Reviewed by: Alexis B.

Unsteady by Elizabeth York is a contemporary romance novel and one that I just couldn’t put down. Following the story of Logan and London, who parted ways years ago because of anger and betrayal, or so they thought. Logan needed to understand why London left, why she left she couldn’t come to him, why leaving seemed like the only option. When he finds that she is coming back to town, Logan is willing to do whatever it takes to get the answers he wants, no needs to finally move on. Coming together again, the feeling of hurt is still there but underneath that, a romance that couldn’t die if it wanted to. These two, once they found each other again, couldn’t get enough of each other. Seeing these two characters have to work through their past in order to get to a better future, was beautiful. This was definitely an emotional read that spans several years and shows what a real relationship is like. This read is an emotional rollercoaster, but York makes this relationship one that is easy to fall into. York is a newer to me author, but I am so happy that I picked this one up. York has a way of showing characters and storyline the best light and pulling her readers into the stories that she weaves in the best possible way. If you are looking for an amazing story.

Unsteady by Elizabeth York was a highly addictive read. I thought the book was so long as I was reading it but now looking back, there was so much that happened in the book so it needed to be long.
The characters were all pretty lovable. This book describes how London and Logan were both sent away to boarding school at young ages. They quickly became best friends and fell for eachother. They would sneak out and go on adventures all the time. Sister Catherine was able to tell from the beginning that Logan and London belong together. Then London lies to him and leaves the boarding school thinkingbshe is making he right choice.

London and Logan haven’t seen, heard or spoken to each other in many years. Then one day, somehow London ends up on one of Logan’s flights with no memory how she got there.

People aren’t all like they make themselves out to be. Sometimes, someone you trust the most can be the most dangerous person you know.

This book is loaded with romance, heartache, danger and everything in between. This is definitely a book you do not want to miss.

It’s always refreshing to read a book like Unsteady by Elizabeth York. I have to say that I was impressed with her writing style.

Unsteady was such a painful yet beautiful book. The book is full of questions that you wonder if they’ll be answered as your reading. I do love that the story flows very well, with characters that are likeable from the get go. I love that the characters, along with the storyline stick with you, and remain throughout their journey.

I love that there is the hope of second chances which you obviously have to fight for. I’m excited to continue reading more from this author. This was most definitely a 4 Star Book!

This novel toyed with my emotions so much times i felt sadness the next happiness it really kept me on my toes. Throughout the novel there is twists and turns keeping you hooked and eager to turn the pages. I really felt what the main characters were going through and i tell you now they have many obstacles along there journey trust me once you start this novel you won’t be able to set it down the novel is truly captivating and i highly recommend reading it.

This was my first book by this author, but it won’t be my last. London and Logan meet as children and develop a friendship and bond that lives within them for life. For London’s 18th, they take their relationship to the next step, only for things to change and something huge to cause them to be torn apart. For years Logan has hated London, believing the story he was given for her going, but not knowing just how devastating it was for her and why she did it. They see each other again, and he is filled with anger and resentment towards her, until the truth is finally revealed. This was an emotional read that covered years, as it goes back to how they first met. Some of the other characters were great. London’s sister is a classic. Loved her. I need to read her story. This book had all sorts of twists and turns. There is plenty of mystery and intrigue. People on both sides of the law. But most of all, it shines through that family will do whatever it takes to protect their own and true love will always survive.

Unsteady by Elizabeth York is one emotional story that was heartbreaking and one comlex storyline that keeps you on your toes. There are so many twists and turns throughout this journey of a love that is fated but does not always goes smoothly. There is just so much to love about this story, faith and love, heartache and loss, lies and secrets and that is only the beginning. This story is told in dual points of view, which I love because you get to understand so much more and Elizabeth did a great job. This book is a little different to what she normally writes but she did a wonderful job of setting the scene. There is so much depth to the characters and their stories felt real and believable, some more raw than others and some I sometimes wanted to smack and other times I wanted to either wrap my arms around or laugh along with.
Unsteady is a second chance romance story that will break you down and build you back up. This is a must read and I look forward to see what Elizabeth comes up with next.

Unsteady by Elizabeth York 5 Stars!

Be prepared for a fast paced, action packed story! This is my first book by Elizabeth York, but it certainly won’t be my last! This story had me caught up in a whirlwind of emotions and I couldn’t put it down! The characters are true to life and I found that one moment I would hate someone, but the next I would love them! There is so much happening in this story! Suspense, mystery, love, romance, lying, secrets and more are packed into this novel. I really enjoyed the way that the book would go back and forth between Logan and London’s childhood and present. It gives a glimpse of what happened when they met and tells the story of the twelve years they grew up together. It jumps to 6 years later when they meet again in present times. When London walked out of Logan’s life right after her 18th birthday, it devastated him! He made a one eighty and was not the same person he was. He had trust issues and tried to runaway from the devastation London had caused. London kept the reason she left a secret and it almost killed her in the process. Although they were no longer together, they both fulfilled their childhood dreams with their careers. Logan always wanted to fly and travel. He became a pilot and that is where he is truly happy. It was the only place he was able to escape his broken heart and truly be free. London became a CIA agent. She always wanted to be a linguist and save the world from bad people. She was too trusting, but felt like she was doing good by helping take down bad guys. The family element in this story is just another layer that adds to this book. Both London and Logan grew up in London at a Catholic boarding school. Their families put them there when they were right while they stayed in the states. Their families thought that this would be the best for their children. Both of their fathers felt that their children would have the best opportunity to become who they needed to be by sending them off. London’s family felt that she was kind and naive and wouldn’t survive in the mafia house she was in. Logan’s dad was devastated after the death of his wife and mother of Logan, he thought taking him to the boarding school would give him the love and support that he couldn’t get at home anymore. The first day Logan and London met, they were instant best friends. Growing up, they would sneak out and spend every available moment together. They resented their families and relied on each other.

I recommend this book to anyone who enjoys a good story with many layers. The secrets, betrayal, mystery, romance, suspense, and love make this story unique and well written. Be prepared to loose yourself while reading this book. You won’t be able to put it down! These characters will stay with the reader long after the story is read.