It Ends With Us

Publisher: Simon & Schuster UK

Date Published: 2016

Book Length: 384

Format: Paperback I purchased myself

Star Rating: 5/5 I loved it and highly recommend

About Book: Lily hasn’t always had it easy, but that’s never stopped her from working hard for the life she wants. She’s come a long way from the small town where she grew up—she graduated from college, moved to Boston, and started her own business. And when she feels a spark with a gorgeous neurosurgeon named Ryle Kincaid, everything in Lily’s life seems too good to be true.Ryle is assertive, stubborn, maybe even a little arrogant. He’s also sensitive, brilliant, and has a total soft spot for Lily. And the way he looks in scrubs certainly doesn’t hurt. Lily can’t get him out of her head. But Ryle’s complete aversion to relationships is disturbing. Even as Lily finds herself becoming the exception to his “no dating” rule, she can’t help but wonder what made him that way in the first place. As questions about her new relationship overwhelm her, so do thoughts of Atlas Corrigan—her first love and a link to the past she left behind. He was her kindred spirit, her protector. When Atlas suddenly reappears, everything Lily has built with Ryle is threatened.

My Thoughts: It Ends with Us" by Colleen Hoover is a powerful and emotionally charged novel that tackles the complexities of love, loss, and the strength to break free from cycles of pain. The story follows Lily Bloom, a young woman with dreams of a better life, who finds herself entangled in a tumultuous relationship with the charismatic neurosurgeon, Ryle Kincaid. As their love story unfolds, Hoover fearlessly delves into sensitive topics, making this a poignant and thought-provoking read.

The book's greatest strength lies in its characters' authenticity and depth. Lily's journey from vulnerability to empowerment is portrayed with such rawness and honesty that you can't help but be moved. Hoover doesn't shy away from exploring the darker aspects of relationships, and her portrayal of domestic violence and its aftermath is both heart-wrenching and eye-opening.

"It Ends with Us" is not just a story about love but also a testament to the resilience of the human spirit. Hoover beautifully weaves together moments of tenderness, heartache, and hope, leaving a lasting impact on readers. This thoughtfully crafted novel challenges societal norms and encourages important conversations about love, forgiveness, and the courage to break free from toxic patterns. If you're looking for a book that will stay with you long after you've finished it, "It Ends with Us" is an absolute must-read.