Cassidy’s a fighter, designed to survive. After the crushing death of her parents, she persevered. When she caught her fiancé with another woman, she held her head high and moved on. Fighting always came easy, because she never had to do it alone.She had Liam.Her best friend. Her protector. Her rock.But every bond has its breaking point, and they found their’s… with a kiss. One weak moment … their’s… with a kiss. One weak moment upturns the foundation of their relationship, making Cassidy look at Liam in a whole new light.
Now, she has a choice to make. Is the shift from friends to lovers even possible? Or will Cassidy lose the one person she can’t live without?
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When Cassidy’s parents died, she continued through life, with her best friend, Liam, by her side.
When she caught her fiance with another woman, she held her head high and moved on from him, once again with Liam by her side.
In a moment of weakness, the two share a kiss. Cassidy suddenly sees Liam in a whole new way, and is questioning these new feelings towards him, and is afraid that she might lose her best friend forever.
Will taking this chance with Liam be worth the risk?
This was my first book by Rachael Brownell and she hooked me in pretty quick! This was such a beautiful friends-to-lovers romance! I loved everything about Liam and Cassidy’s story and the chemistry they shared. It was sweet, capturing, had me on the edge of my seat and filled with a little angst. Liam completely stole my heart (another ideal book boyfriend/best friend) and loved finding out about how long he’s loved Cassidy and never said anything because he was also afraid of losing her forever.
The characters are written with a living, breathing existence!
I was envious of the group of friends the Cass and Liam had throughout all of their school years and into college, I sure hope there are people out there that have that connection!
I was invested within the first chapter, I needed to know what the outcome was. I was so invested in the lives of the characters that I struggled knowing it was going to end.
We all have those moments when we have to choose a direction between what seems like the hardest things we will ever face. Knowing what you really want and not being able to see the outcome working out in your favor, talking yourself into the worst case scenario. Never really believing that the positive part of it comes with no cost, no loss, no changes in the way things have always been.
There is so much heartbreak in our world!
But what if?
What if you walk away and don’t take the chance?
What if you regret the choice the minute you make it?
I love that every book by this author is it’s own. She has become one of the few to be on my “watch” list.
This one was a good read. Cassidy has had some rough times but her best friend Liam has always been there for her. So of course when she finds out her fiance is cheating on their wedding day of course Liam is there to help pick up the pieces. This time when Liam is there, feelings start to change and there’s a possibility the Liam and Cassidy can be more than just friends. I loved the way these two transitioned from friends to more, it seemed real life believable. I liked the growth in Cassidy’s character throughout the story. She is definitely not a weak person and she doesn’t back down when faced with difficulty situations. Liam is a great guy too. He’s very patient and sweet. Cassidy and Liam are just perfect together and I enjoyed reading their story.
Cassidy & Liam have been friends since birth. Their parents were best friends and they grew up next door to each other, so naturally, they know each other better than anyone else, although they are a part of a tight group of friends that have been hanging out together since high school. In the story, Cass lost her parents and Liam was there for her, but only as a friend. The synopsis hints of Cassidy being engaged to another man, and finding him with another woman. Cass, of course, ends it and you don’t find out the details of who the woman was and where Cass caught them until later on. When the whole thing blows up!
Liam is the hero of the story and I won’t spoil the romance by telling you any more details, but trust me when I say, he is not only hot but totally swoon-worthy!
The story ends with a perfect Happily Ever After. I closed the last page with a warmth in my heart and a smile on my face. If you’re looking for a feel-good read, then Worth The Fight is for you! It gives you ALL the feels!
I fell in love with Liam, will you? Cassidy loves him as a friend. Could there be more? The guy shy to pursue the girl… will Liam finally have the guts? He’s got to convince Cassidy. Some folks are just afraid they’ll lose their best friend if they make the relationship more. Cassidy has been through so much, but Liam’s been her rock. Always there for her. Why does she fight the forever together?
Cassidy is having one of the worst days possible. She’s finding it hard to turn that around to finding the best day possible. Liam is a friend whose there when you need him. He’s a man who has the protector role down pat. Our author does a great job in creating a man who is perfect book boyfriend material. He almost seems too good to be true. But then again, maybe he has an incentive.
Our author has created something that seems so realistic. We have a woman whose had the rug pulled out from under her on a day where happiness should be a given. Some women who read this tale may be the one who understands what Cassidy is feeling. You have to wonder where she finds the strength to change what you think might be her destiny. But it seems that Liam may have a say in that. He’s a good friend because he wants his friend to be happy.
This is a sweet story with a little bit of heat. Yes, there are some instances where you might be sad about the circumstances. It’s hard not to put a smile on your face since Liam tries to do that for Cassidy. Their story has a very sweet, very romantic ending. You may find that after you finish this book that you’ll want to check out more of what this author has written.
I was not compensated nor was I required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own.
I loved this beautifully written friends to lovers romance. Cassidy and Liam have been friends for years, they have always had one another’s backs and been there for each other during the good times and the bad times. When Cassidy calls off her wedding she suddenly finds herself needing a new place to live and Liam is quick to suggest they move in together. What seems like the perfect platonic situation, quickly turns into something that neither of them expected. Liam has had feelings for Cassidy for a number of years but didn’t want to tell her for fear it would push her away. As their attraction grows and their feelings are revealed, a beautiful relationship begins to unfold. I loved the progression from friends to lovers in this book and Liam is seriously one of my favourite male characters. He is so charming and sweet and would literally do anything to make sure Cassidy is happy. I highly recommend this book if you are a fan of friends to lovers romances!!!!
Beautiful, Bring tissues
As usually this author has the ability to open up my heart to allow the emotions to just flow out. There are so many things in this story you can track back to something in your own life or someone you know. This story makes you wonder how many times best friends fall in love with each other and never say anything out of fear.
The story about the best friends reminds me so much of my own parents. They grew up in each others baby pictures, but my mom was married a couple of times before she went back to my dad. Even though growing up with my parents you would never know she had before because they seem like they have been together forever.
So this was a story close to my heart and I truly love it.
Until Next Time… Tabi
Worth the Fight is the first book by this author that I have read and I enjoyed it very much. I loved following Liam and Cassidy’s friends to lovers story. I look forward to reading more from this author.
When Cassidy finds herself running away with her best friend Liam from the day that was supposed to be the happiest day of her life, it’s not because she is having cold feet. She’s just witnessed the worst betrayal on her wedding day. Liam has always been there for Cass and today Is no exception. We are taken on the journey of these two trying to decide if staying forever friends or becoming lovers is worth the risk. Or should I say worth the fight? Cassidy has never noticed Liam as more than her friend until she finally sees what’s right in front of her.
Their story took me on an emotional rollercoaster. There were characters I loved, didn’t like and just swooned over. This author has developed characters that are real and easy to fall in love with. Another wonderful story written beautifully about a woman who never gives up when obstacles are thrown in her path, with a man who stands by her and supports and loves her throughout. I cried sad tears, mad tears and the best of all, happy tears.
I enjoyed this “best friends to lovers” story following Cassidy and Liam as they navigate unsteady ground of the intricacies of deciding if a more serious relationship could end their friendship all together if they try to make a go of it. The characters kept me entertained. I love how Rachael Brownell captures her audience with her words and leaves you breathless to the very end.
Worth the Fight by Rachael Brownell is a wonderful story that will fill your heart with love for Cassidy and Liam. They have been best friends forever. Cassidy walks in on her fiance and Kendra, her best friend having sex right before Cassidy is to be married to Garrett. Liam to the rescue. Best friends forever. Can Cass and Liam progress from best friends to lovers? Will that ruin their friendship? There are so many emotions in this book. I loved the story. I will give a warning that if you are uncomfortable with the “F” word or some sex, then you may not enjoy this book. I do fee that the story is worth reading. I personally skimmed those parts because the story was captivating. I received this book as an advance reader copy and I always review every book that I read.
This is a new author to me, but I will certainly be looking out for her work in the future. Cassidy and Liam are best friends, but will they cross unchartered waters to become friends / lovers? This is a beautifully written story which is an emotional roller coaster journey throughout. This story had a realistic plot and characters, and is a humorous, intriguing and sweet read, which had me enthralled throughout. I highly recommend this novel for all.
3.5 stars
“Love is a powerful emotion. It can change your perspective on everything.”
This book was my surprise “Blind Date With A Book” and I had a lovely time reading it. It’s a cute best friends to lovers romance with potential.
“Listen with your heart, but let your head lead the way.”
Liam was awesome. I wish I had such a best friend I could fall in love with. He always knew what to say and what to do. Having someone knowing you better than you know yourself is scary but such a wonderful thing to have, because it’s something extremely rare and special. Liam is a unicorn.
Cassidy is a lovely character, easy to like but nothing really impressive.
The flow was slow but steady and captivating, however there where parts where the story felt dragged to me, took some turns that where a little hard to believe and some parts where hinted at but weren’t followed through.
“Your best life comes from surviving your worst experience.”
Worth The Fight is a lovely friends to lovers romance with a little thrill and angst, that will capture your heart from page one.
Liam has always been in love with his childhood best friend Cassidy, but will always put her happiness first, even if she chooses to be with someone else. When she catches her fiancé cheating on her wedding day, will Liam finally have the courage to act on his feelings? Told from Cassidy’s POV, I wish we knew what was going through Liam’s head during the years he had to see Cassidy with others. Even though he was no saint himself, he knew his heart belonged to Cassidy. This was a sweet friends to lovers story, years in the making. Looking forward to reading more from this author!
I’ve read a couple of friends to lovers books lately but I wasn’t bored at all because the stories are so different that even if they share the same trope.
Worth The Fight was a nice read that kept me glued to my reader for a whole day.
Cassidy and Liam have been friends for ages,they went to the same high school and college,they are so tight that sometime they raise the jealousy of their lovers.
When Cassidy’s love life becomes a little harder the only person she wants next to her is her best friend.
Now that they are closer than ever their relationship grows and blooms.Will they take the risk and become something more or will they keep their friendship unspoilt?
Rachael Brownell wrote a very good story with her unique style,I recommend to give it a try.
5 Stars are not enough!! This is one friends to lovers romance that you do not want to miss. Liam has always been Cassidy’s rock. The one true strength she could always rely on. But when once again Cassidy finds herself leaning on Liam for emotional support a spark happens. Can one kiss change everything? Will it make or break the friendship? I fell in love with these characters fro the opening pages and with every chapter they became stronger and more lovable. You can actually feel the emotions they entail and just want them to get their HEA. Rachael Brownell once again creates a masterpiece. Absolutely LOVED it!
Cassidy is a fighter, holy goodness. Her strength is admirable. I loved this book from the beginning to the end. I could not get enough! The ups and downs, it was so relateable and real.
This author won my heart and quickly became one of my go to authors with the rumors series. She has gone on to keep my eyeing her releases and making sure I read them. She has a way with her characters and always having that one stirring up crap and this one is no different. This time this friends to lovers book has so much going on from start to finish that you fall in love with the friends who are true blue ride or die as the six of them deal with what’s happened. Cass and Liam have been friends since birth and now she finally sees what everyone has. Now all she has to do is get out of her head and the fear that letting their relationship become more will take away from what they have.
The thing I love about this author is that she let’s them work thru it and we get to have the fun along the way. It’s not a wham bam and done it’s a slow build up that has lots of distractions, good and bad. A wonderful read and a great reminder to make sure what ever and who ever floats your boat is worth the fight.
I loved this friends to lovers romance Cass has had so much loss and heartbreak in her life but the one constant has always been Liam. Once she finally realizes her feeling for him they both finally get their HEA! Loved this read Liam is the best kind of book boyfriend