My life is split into two parts—then and now. Then:I was a wife.Married to a man who was my world and the father of my child. Then, one day, half of my heart was ripped out of my chest. Now: I’m a widow. A single mom who has spent the last nine months trying like hell not to drown in an ocean of grief. I survive in the in-between, but surviving isn’t the same as living, and I’m not sure what … as living, and I’m not sure what living looks like anymore.
That is, until Jase Turner, my older brother’s best friend and my former crush, comes back into my life.
We’re two people tethered together by strands of similar sorrow.
My husband had my past.
Jase wants my future.
And maybe where forever ends is just a different beginning.
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4.5 Stars
This heartbreaking story takes you on a woman’s path of loss and how she finds a way to not just survive but thrive. Saylor has lost her husband suddenly and is left to raise their young son but she is struggling to balance all of her feelings. While staying with her brother she runs into his best friend, and her childhood crush, Jase. They begin a friendship that evolves over a long period of time, bonding over common struggles and an attraction they both fight ferociously. Through a bit more than the first half of this book be prepared to feel heartache and despair right along with Saylor as she learns to live without the love of her life. Her son, Knox is such a heartwarming addition to this story, as is her brother Easton. There is a full cast of characters that I look forward to learning more about in future books!
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A slow boat on a river of grief…it meanders through your heart. It’s poignant, very relatable and simplistically written.
“Time doesn’t heal all wounds, but when enough of it passes, it gets easier to breathe.”
K has let the emotions speak and taken a simple approach to bare Saylor Ferraro’s soul to us. The picture she paints, is very raw and tear soaked. Everyone who as lost anyone knows that there’s a process of grieving.
Shock
Guilt
Anger
Sorrow
“Grief is constant but fluid. The form of it might be altered by the passing of time, but grief itself is infinite.”
You can’t rush it, it takes it time…..and a lot of help. & support. Luckily Saylor “SOCKS” has both. Easton is the protective brother, her parents, her apple of the eye, baby-boy Knox and then there’s Jase. He is her companion in this journey, having his heart dessicated with grief and loss himself…he knows!!
“Until now, I thought as the organ in my chest, the one that had ceased beating long ago, sputtered to life once more.”
I love k’s sweet simple books set in small towns. Very human, very touchable stories that she tells with lots of smiles through pain. The mood is healing and cathartic, turning from sorrow to hope
Cheesy Pickles cause Life, however it is….is worth living, maybe you’ll hear knocks in your heart
4 stars for Nomad Frogs In Pond Clubhouse
Where Forever Ends was my first read by this author and what a beautiful and heartfelt introduction it was. Saylor was a incredibly strong yet broken woman trying to make it day to day after her world was tipped off its axis. Her pain was palpable and made me want to crawl through my Kindle and give her the biggest hug or just hold her through the heartache. Jase was simply perfection. I adored the way he loved with everything he had and how he was there for Saylor every step of the way. Knox absolutely stole my heart and made me smile so hard. I had so many feels while reading this book. There were moments when I could hardly see from the tears running down my face yet there was laughter, healing and so much hope. Where Forever Ends is a definite must read that had me squeezing my loved ones a little closer and tighter.
This book is so heartbreakingly beautiful.
My heart breaks for Saylor and her son Knox. They have been through something so tragic but they’re both so resilient. I love being able to see Saylor heal and love again.
Jase is so kind and sweet. I love that he loves Saylor but more importantly he loves Knox. He becomes exactly what they need when they need it.
This story for so beautifully written. K Street did such an amazing job. I’m so happy this was my first read of her work. She’s gained another fan!
I received an ARC for an honest review
4.5 My heart broke more than once but Jace saved me stars!!!!!!!!
Oh my goshThe first half of this book was so freakin depressing and I say that in a good way because I felt like my heart was just breaking in two with Saylor. It was such a real depiction of grief and anguish and hurt and hanging on by a thread.
The second half of the book was sad in parts but it was the joy that Jase brought into the book that made you smile, it was Knox’s little boy words and his humor that made you see the silver lining, what was on the horizon.
This book showed you that life doesn’t have to end when you lose a partner and grief is a part of growing and it comes from nowhere when you think you’re fine. It ebbs and flows like the tide.
Jase is what every woman wants! My gosh he was such an amazing hero. Even tho he was suffering as well he knew what he wanted but he was willing to wait and bide his time. Every chapter in his POV just hit me in the feels man
This was a book about grief, guilt (God the guilt), love, finding out that your heart is big enough to love more than one person and taking life by the horns and making it what you wanted.
AAAAAAND can we talk about that epilogue and that EXTENDED EPILOGUE!!!!!!! OH MY GOD I WAS IN HEAVEN!!!! I bawled my eyes out at that extended one from Jases POV!!!! It was EXCELLENT!!!!
I love this author and I have loved every book she’s ever written, this one was quite different imo. This was a sad but one of the most romantic! If you are a romance junky this is one for you!!!!
Thank you K for your words!
NOW…when we gonna get Easton’s book
Angst
Cheating None
Sexy Time
Epilogue .5
Extended Epilogue
Plot.5
ARC kindly provided by author for honest review
I am once again immensely impressed with this author. Her ability to layer her characters and her story-lines flawlessly is awe inspiring to me. I have yet to read a book by her that was not absolute perfection in its execution. There has never been a moment where I have not been drawn into the story. This story, along with every other, drew me into the world she created and made me feel like I was a part of the story. It’s relatable. It happens. A lot. Her characters are everyday people that could be you or me.
This story is emotional. It’s more than just having #feels. It’s a story about a woman moving on with her life after her husband’s death. That type of journey coupled with this author’s style and voice, makes for a more than just #feels type of story. The reason I wanted to make sure and state this at the beginning of my review is because I want you (future readers) to heed caution when you #oneclick this book. I wouldn’t recommend it for anyone who has had a recent loss that is still very real and raw. I don’t know how to pretty that up LOL I almost didn’t get past the 20% mark myself. The personal loss I have endured a mere couple of moths ago has devastated and shattered my world. I’m not okay. Altho my loss was not the same as our heroine’s, my heart hurt the entire time I read this story and I felt, down to my core, every single step she took. Okay, let’s move on …
Where Forever Ends is more than the journey of Saylor and Jase. It’s the journey of Saylor. Yes, ultimately she finds her way to Jase, but it is the struggle to her new future that takes center stage. At least that is my interpretation. And I must tell you, I was damn proud of her at end of the book. And even more proud of K Street for giving us a tough story and doing right! So mad props to you! Well done once again!
Some of you might be asking why the book doesn’t have a 5 star rating after reading this review. And I’m gonna tell you LOL So, if half stars were possible, the book would be a solid 4.5, but I can’t give it 5 because …. the cover *sigh* I know I know … shouldn’t be a big deal and it probably isn’t for 99.9% of readers out there. I’m the .1% sorry. So here’s the thing, it’s really hard to match a cover to all aspects of the story, I know that, but when you describe the hero in your book (that’s not me interpreting, that’s the author giving me words that paint a picture) as “sexy-lumberjack” that’s over 6 feet tall with broad shoulders, the guy on the cover is not him. And even if the words hadn’t been on the page, there’s no way the man I read on these pages comes close to the cover. Not even a little LOL So I’m the reader that gets twitchy when that happens. *shrug*
I’m really looking forward to Easton’s story. I think it’s gonna be explosive 😉
This book is EXACTLY what I have come to expect from K.
Amazing characters that you morn when the book is over. ANGST this book had my gut in knots. Giggles because a little humor in a book this deep is necessary. This book will stick with me as all of K’s do. Because it is real, beautiful, heart-wrenching and perfect. I loved this book so very much. Now I need Easton’s story. 😉
This is more than just your older brother’s best friend/single mom story. It is a book about learning to move beyond loss and heartache. It’s about finding that even when you feel like you are alone in a room full of people that you are never really alone. It’s about acceptance. It’s a book about love. K. Street always has me in a myriad of emotions when I read her books. Where Forever Ends is such a beautiful love story.
Jase and Saylor were perfect! I have no words, I couldn’t put this book down. It was so heartbreakingly beautiful. All the emotions I felt while reading their story was raw and just so real. My heart hurt when they hurt, I felt joy when they felt it…you just can’t help but connect and feel all they are feeling. That’s what K. Street did with this one. She connects her readers with the characters.
K. Street killed it with Where Forever Ends. This is by far my fave of her books. That’s saying a lot because her books are amazing. This book is a must read. You will be in all the feels and can’t help but fall for Jase Turner. And let me tell you, the fall is worth it!
This is a unique tale about how love never dies and there is healing after loss. Saylor & Jase go through heartache, they both know the excruciating, breaking pain of loss. But they both have hearts so big, no loss could completely destroy their capacity for love.
This was a tough read for me. What Saylor is going through… it was hard for me to read. But it was told so beautifully… it reminded me of one of my favorite emotional reads, Take Care, Sara by Lindy Zart. The emotions are so strong – pain and love. Joy and sorrow. But the healing, the healing is beautiful.
Also – we have Knox, the cutest lil 4 year old! He steals hearts along the way as well. *grin* And we get a glimpse into Saylor’s brother, Easton’s, own heartache. And I’m excited and looking forward to reading his story, too!!
Overall – BEAUTIFUL well written story that I fell in love with. There were tears & there were HUGE smiles. This has earned a spot w/ other stories by this author as a top recommendation!! : )
I’m trying to find the words to write my review ‘cuz this book was just such an emotional rollercoaster that just took every emotion to another level. I’ve recently discovered this author and so far I’m loving every book I’ve read. The story is not only about love but also about how everyone copes with grief differently. My heart went through the wringer and at times I just couldn’t hold back my tears when reading the story as you could really relate to what the author was telling throughout the story. A definite must read!
Saylor has been through so much the past year. After losing her husband and trying her best to raise her son, she hasn’t yet dealt with her grief well. After making a decision to try and cope with it better, she moves in with her brother. Even though she tries to keep on a brave face, memories haunt her and pull her under in the grief that seems to take even more hold of her. But when someone from the past comes back into her life, maybe things will start to get easier…
When Jase sees Saylor again, he realises how much she has grown up from when they last saw each other but he knows what she has been through. The more time they spend together, the more feelings start to show. Although Jase also has been through a lot in the last few years and knows what Saylor is going through, he’ll do his best to be there for her in the best way he knows. But will it be enough to break through Saylor’s walls? And will Saylor ever be able to open her heart again?…
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Then:
I was a wife.
Married to a man who was my world and the father of my child. Then, one day, half of my heart was ripped out of my chest.
Now:
I’m a widow.
A single mom who has spent the last nine months trying like hell not to drown in an ocean of grief.
I survive in the in-between, but surviving isn’t the same as living, and I’m not sure what living looks like anymore.
That is, until Jase Turner, my older brother’s best friend and my former crush, comes back into my life.
We’re two people tethered together by strands of similar sorrow.
My husband had my past.
Jase wants my future.
Loved Jase & Saylor’s story! Their journey is an emotional one and was not easy. Their story was flawlessly written and heartfelt! Jase was so understanding and patient! His interaction with Knox was so awesome! I loved every page of this book
This was another solid offering from this author! Saylor’s husband has passed away and she is trying to raise her son Knox and keep her head above water. Enter Jase her brother Easton’s best friend and her crush growing up. He has his own story to tell. He knows how she is feeling and tries to ease her pain. This was a wonderful story about love but it is also a story about the grieving process. It is a can’t miss book!
Thank you for the privilege of reading this book! Awesome job
Saylor has just went through a terrible loss and is trying to pick up the pieces. Jase is her brother’s best friend. She had a crush on him when she was younger but now they’re both grown. Jase is trying to be there for Saylor. Will they ever be more than friends?
So much emotion and pure love is poured into these pages. Ms. Street this book is hands down AMAZING You can literally feel the love pouring from your words throughout the entire story. Say and Jase will just give you all the feels. The love is in the words. The friendship these two build is so full of real love and respect.
My favorite line comes from Say’s sweet Grandma,
“All you feel is grief because your forever with Colin was cut short. But, one day, you’ll be ready to open your heart again, and you’ll see that maybe where forever ends is just a different beginning.”
This is an amazing and haunting read about loss, love and family. Saylor is such a strong character dealing with agonizing circumstances. Knox is her wonderful 4 year old son. Then you have Jade, an amazing man that has had to work through his own past. Then you sprinkle in the humor. Yes I cried and I laughed and cheered. This is a book that will stay with you long after you finish reading and definitely recommend. I received a free copy of the book and I am voluntarily leaving a review
I’m at a loss for words after reading Where Forever Ends and I hope my review will do this profound and thought provoking book justice. K. Street continues to amaze me with her writing skills as Where Forever Ends is phenomenal. I cried and drank a lot of wine while reading this book as it consumed my mind, my heart and my soul.
The tragedy of Saylor losing her husband and the love of her life absolutely shredded my heart. Her suffering was palpable and touched me deeply. She’s now a single mom and has decided to move to Maplewood Falls to live with her brother, Easton and start over. Saylor is reunited with her childhood crush, Jase who also happens to be Easton’s best friend. Both of them develop a camaraderie and supportive friendship as Saylor attempts to navigate through the grieving process and at the same time, Jase is attempting to move on from his past loss. I wanted to reach through this book and hold both of them. Saylor is such a strong and courageous woman, even when she didn’t think she was. Jase is nothing short of amazing as he was beyond kind, supportive and patient with Saylor. He’s everything a woman would ever want in a man. As they grew closer, their deep feelings for each other slowly emerged and reading page after page of their struggles, trials and tribulations literally broke me. Although Jase and Saylor have broken souls, their hearts are huge and they deserved all the love and goodness.
Where Forever Ends is written flawlessly with a realistic and heart gripping storyline that flowed effortlessly. If you love a emotional, swoon worthy romance with tender moments, then this is definitely the book for you. I highly recommend reading this five star plus book and I can’t wait to read Easton’s book.