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Fractured Connections #2
Shouldn't Have You
From NYT bestselling author Carrie Ann Ryan, continues a brand new series where second chances don’t come often, and overcoming an unexpected loss means breaking everything you knew.
Harmony Wynham has been many things in her life: daughter, friend, student, lover, wife…and now, widow. Getting past those labels and finding who she could be without them was the hardest thing she’s ever done.
Then she became friends with Brendon.
Every time she looks at him, she sees a past, she sees a present, and she’s afraid if she looks too hard, she’ll see a future.
Brendon Connolly has known Harmony since before she got married. Before she lost everything. He didn’t know that one day she wouldn’t be just his friend but the woman he wanted to spend the rest of his life with.
Only he don't think that can happen.
Not when every time she looks at him, she sees what she lost, and he can only see what he can't overcome.
He loves her, even though he shouldn't. Somehow, they need to find a balance.
Because if they don't, walking away will be the hardest thing she’s ever done—even if it's the only thing he should do.
Harmony Wynham has been many things in her life: daughter, friend, student, lover, wife…and now, widow. Getting past those labels and finding who she could be without them was the hardest thing she’s ever done.
Then she became friends with Brendon.
Every time she looks at him, she sees a past, she sees a present, and she’s afraid if she looks too hard, she’ll see a future.
Brendon Connolly has known Harmony since before she got married. Before she lost everything. He didn’t know that one day she wouldn’t be just his friend but the woman he wanted to spend the rest of his life with.
Only he don't think that can happen.
Not when every time she looks at him, she sees what she lost, and he can only see what he can't overcome.
He loves her, even though he shouldn't. Somehow, they need to find a balance.
Because if they don't, walking away will be the hardest thing she’s ever done—even if it's the only thing he should do.
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Published May 21, 2019
About the author
Carrie Ann Ryan
251 books6,096 followersCarrie Ann Ryan is the New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of contemporary, paranormal, and young adult romance. Her works include the Montgomery Ink, Talon Pack, Promise Me, and Elements of Five series, which have sold millions of books worldwide. She's the winner of a RT Book of the Year and a Prism Award in her genres. She started writing while in graduate school for her advanced degree in chemistry and hasn’t stopped since. Carrie Ann has written over seventy-five novels and novellas with more in the works. When she’s not losing herself in her emotional and action-packed worlds, she’s reading as much as she can while wrangling her clowder of cats who have more followers than she does.
The Montgomery Ink World contains the following series, though each series is a stand alone and can be read in any order. Feel free to hop around:
The Montgomery Ink Series
The Gallagher Brothers Series
The Montgomery Ink: Colorado Springs Series
The Whiskey and Lies Series
The Fractured Connections Series
The Montgomery Ink: Boulder Series
The Less Than Series
The Promise Me Series
Her Elements of Five Series is her Young Adult Romance series while her other series are all adult.
Her Talon Pack series is set in the same world as the Redwood Pack series, only 30 years later.
The Dante's Circle, Holiday, Montana, and Branded Packs series are all individual series as well.
The Montgomery Ink World contains the following series, though each series is a stand alone and can be read in any order. Feel free to hop around:
The Montgomery Ink Series
The Gallagher Brothers Series
The Montgomery Ink: Colorado Springs Series
The Whiskey and Lies Series
The Fractured Connections Series
The Montgomery Ink: Boulder Series
The Less Than Series
The Promise Me Series
Her Elements of Five Series is her Young Adult Romance series while her other series are all adult.
Her Talon Pack series is set in the same world as the Redwood Pack series, only 30 years later.
The Dante's Circle, Holiday, Montana, and Branded Packs series are all individual series as well.
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May 21, 2019
It was the blurb that piqued my interest in reading this story and also because I had never read a book by this author before.
Harmony was widowed two years ago when her husband died in a tragic accident. Ever since then she has been slowly putting back the pieces of her life and trying to find a new ‘normal’ for herself. She knows that Moyer would have wanted her to eventually move on and find happiness again so she is finally ready to dip her toe into the dating world.
It would be an understatement to say that her foray into the dating scene is an epic disaster. She is making a real effort into being open minded and not comparing them to Moyer but so far no one suitable has stood out. Maybe she isn’t looking in the right places though?
Brendon had been friends with Harmony before she met Moyer and the three of them had a special bond. When Moyer died they grieved separately, their friendship fell off to the wayside a little bit. They have recently reconnected and have begun catching up more often. Harmony is so grateful to have someone she can talk to, even if it is detailing her disastrous dates. She can always count on Brendon to make her laugh.
For Brendon, seeing Harmony again is creating all sorts of problems in his head and heart. He is feeling attraction towards her that he never has before. He feels guilty because she was married to his friend and also is reluctant to admit anything to her at risk of ruining their friendship.
This was a sweet friends to lovers story. Both of them have a back story that has affected/shaped them. I enjoyed this but my only issue was that I didn’t really feel the emotions. This story had so potential to really tug at my heart but I just had a disconnect between being told how they felt and actually feeling it through the words.
Harmony was widowed two years ago when her husband died in a tragic accident. Ever since then she has been slowly putting back the pieces of her life and trying to find a new ‘normal’ for herself. She knows that Moyer would have wanted her to eventually move on and find happiness again so she is finally ready to dip her toe into the dating world.
It would be an understatement to say that her foray into the dating scene is an epic disaster. She is making a real effort into being open minded and not comparing them to Moyer but so far no one suitable has stood out. Maybe she isn’t looking in the right places though?
Brendon had been friends with Harmony before she met Moyer and the three of them had a special bond. When Moyer died they grieved separately, their friendship fell off to the wayside a little bit. They have recently reconnected and have begun catching up more often. Harmony is so grateful to have someone she can talk to, even if it is detailing her disastrous dates. She can always count on Brendon to make her laugh.
For Brendon, seeing Harmony again is creating all sorts of problems in his head and heart. He is feeling attraction towards her that he never has before. He feels guilty because she was married to his friend and also is reluctant to admit anything to her at risk of ruining their friendship.
This was a sweet friends to lovers story. Both of them have a back story that has affected/shaped them. I enjoyed this but my only issue was that I didn’t really feel the emotions. This story had so potential to really tug at my heart but I just had a disconnect between being told how they felt and actually feeling it through the words.
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May 21, 2019✩ A Friends to Lovers Romance.
✩ A widow falls in love again.
✩ A heart-tugging romance.
✩ A new beginning for both of them.
✩ A past that must be overcome.
✩ A chance of a lifetime.
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I've been many things in my life: daughter, friend, student, lover, wife…and now, widow. Getting past those labels and finding who I could be without them was the hardest thing I've ever done.
Then I became friends with Brendon Connolly.
Every time I look at him, I see a past, I see a present, and I’m afraid if I look too hard, I’ll see a future.
~~~
I've known Harmony Wynham since before she got married. Before she lost everything. I didn’t know that one day she wouldn’t be just my friend but the woman I wanted to spend the rest of my life with.
Only I don't think that can happen.
Not when every time she looks at me, she sees what she lost, and I can only see what I can't overcome.
I love her, even though I shouldn't. Somehow, we need to find a balance.
Because if we don't, walking away will be the hardest thing I've ever done—even if it's the only thing I should do.
Find it Here!
✩ A widow falls in love again.
✩ A heart-tugging romance.
✩ A new beginning for both of them.
✩ A past that must be overcome.
✩ A chance of a lifetime.
Find it Here!
I've been many things in my life: daughter, friend, student, lover, wife…and now, widow. Getting past those labels and finding who I could be without them was the hardest thing I've ever done.
Then I became friends with Brendon Connolly.
Every time I look at him, I see a past, I see a present, and I’m afraid if I look too hard, I’ll see a future.
~~~
I've known Harmony Wynham since before she got married. Before she lost everything. I didn’t know that one day she wouldn’t be just my friend but the woman I wanted to spend the rest of my life with.
Only I don't think that can happen.
Not when every time she looks at me, she sees what she lost, and I can only see what I can't overcome.
I love her, even though I shouldn't. Somehow, we need to find a balance.
Because if we don't, walking away will be the hardest thing I've ever done—even if it's the only thing I should do.
Find it Here!
Read
May 21, 2019✩ A Friends to Lovers Romance.
✩ A widow falls in love again.
✩ A heart-tugging romance.
✩ A new beginning for both of them.
✩ A past that must be overcome.
✩ A chance of a lifetime.
Find it Here!
I've been many things in my life: daughter, friend, student, lover, wife…and now, widow. Getting past those labels and finding who I could be without them was the hardest thing I've ever done.
Then I became friends with Brendon Connolly.
Every time I look at him, I see a past, I see a present, and I’m afraid if I look too hard, I’ll see a future.
~~~
I've known Harmony Wynham since before she got married. Before she lost everything. I didn’t know that one day she wouldn’t be just my friend but the woman I wanted to spend the rest of my life with.
Only I don't think that can happen.
Not when every time she looks at me, she sees what she lost, and I can only see what I can't overcome.
I love her, even though I shouldn't. Somehow, we need to find a balance.
Because if we don't, walking away will be the hardest thing I've ever done—even if it's the only thing I should do.
Find it Here!
![Shouldn't Have You]()
✩ A widow falls in love again.
✩ A heart-tugging romance.
✩ A new beginning for both of them.
✩ A past that must be overcome.
✩ A chance of a lifetime.
Find it Here!
I've been many things in my life: daughter, friend, student, lover, wife…and now, widow. Getting past those labels and finding who I could be without them was the hardest thing I've ever done.
Then I became friends with Brendon Connolly.
Every time I look at him, I see a past, I see a present, and I’m afraid if I look too hard, I’ll see a future.
~~~
I've known Harmony Wynham since before she got married. Before she lost everything. I didn’t know that one day she wouldn’t be just my friend but the woman I wanted to spend the rest of my life with.
Only I don't think that can happen.
Not when every time she looks at me, she sees what she lost, and I can only see what I can't overcome.
I love her, even though I shouldn't. Somehow, we need to find a balance.
Because if we don't, walking away will be the hardest thing I've ever done—even if it's the only thing I should do.
Find it Here!
Read
May 21, 2019✩ A Friends to Lovers Romance.
✩ A widow falls in love again.
✩ A heart-tugging romance.
✩ A new beginning for both of them.
✩ A past that must be overcome.
✩ A chance of a lifetime.
Find it Here!
I've been many things in my life: daughter, friend, student, lover, wife…and now, widow. Getting past those labels and finding who I could be without them was the hardest thing I've ever done.
Then I became friends with Brendon Connolly.
Every time I look at him, I see a past, I see a present, and I’m afraid if I look too hard, I’ll see a future.
~~~
I've known Harmony Wynham since before she got married. Before she lost everything. I didn’t know that one day she wouldn’t be just my friend but the woman I wanted to spend the rest of my life with.
Only I don't think that can happen.
Not when every time she looks at me, she sees what she lost, and I can only see what I can't overcome.
I love her, even though I shouldn't. Somehow, we need to find a balance.
Because if we don't, walking away will be the hardest thing I've ever done—even if it's the only thing I should do.
Find it Here!
![Shouldn't Have You]()
✩ A widow falls in love again.
✩ A heart-tugging romance.
✩ A new beginning for both of them.
✩ A past that must be overcome.
✩ A chance of a lifetime.
Find it Here!
I've been many things in my life: daughter, friend, student, lover, wife…and now, widow. Getting past those labels and finding who I could be without them was the hardest thing I've ever done.
Then I became friends with Brendon Connolly.
Every time I look at him, I see a past, I see a present, and I’m afraid if I look too hard, I’ll see a future.
~~~
I've known Harmony Wynham since before she got married. Before she lost everything. I didn’t know that one day she wouldn’t be just my friend but the woman I wanted to spend the rest of my life with.
Only I don't think that can happen.
Not when every time she looks at me, she sees what she lost, and I can only see what I can't overcome.
I love her, even though I shouldn't. Somehow, we need to find a balance.
Because if we don't, walking away will be the hardest thing I've ever done—even if it's the only thing I should do.
Find it Here!
May 19, 2019
Harmony has had a rough go of it the last few years first with the accidental death of her husband, Moyer, and then with the suicide of one of her best friends, Allison, a few months earlier, it's time for things to start going her way, don't you think! Well, I for one do and I couldn't be happier with the person that helps her move on to happier times.
Brendon had a rough childhood but was adopted into a wonderful family with Jack and Rose as his loving parents, even though he was always ready for the worst to happen and he'd have to go back to living on the streets. Thankfully that never happened and now he is co-owners of the Connolly Brewery which was left to him and his brothers after Jack's passing.
This is a friends-to-lovers story but it is much more than that, it is a story about moving on after the loss of a spouse. I have to say that not only did Carrie Ann Ryan do a fantastic job with this story you can tell she put her whole heart into it. I can't even imagine how hard it must have been for her to write it especially after loosing her husband last year. My heart breaks just thinking about it. This story will pull at your heart strings with each journal entry and the way Harmony and Brendon both navigate their way around this new relationship that is forming between them. You may shed a few tears but I wouldn't consider this a tearjerker.&
I listened to the audiobook version of this book which was released before the eBook and let me suggest if you are able to listen to it grab a copy from Amazon or Audible because the narrators, Maxine Mitchell and Joe Arden, did an amazing job with bringing this story to life.
Shouldn't Have You is the second book in the Fractured Connections Series and although each of the books can be read as a standalone I would highly suggest you read them in order because each of the these books have all the same key players in them it's just the stars of the books that are different.
Happy Reading!!!
You can see this and other Reviews I have written along with various cover reveals, excerpts, and giveaways here Nadine's Obsessed with Books
Brendon had a rough childhood but was adopted into a wonderful family with Jack and Rose as his loving parents, even though he was always ready for the worst to happen and he'd have to go back to living on the streets. Thankfully that never happened and now he is co-owners of the Connolly Brewery which was left to him and his brothers after Jack's passing.
This is a friends-to-lovers story but it is much more than that, it is a story about moving on after the loss of a spouse. I have to say that not only did Carrie Ann Ryan do a fantastic job with this story you can tell she put her whole heart into it. I can't even imagine how hard it must have been for her to write it especially after loosing her husband last year. My heart breaks just thinking about it. This story will pull at your heart strings with each journal entry and the way Harmony and Brendon both navigate their way around this new relationship that is forming between them. You may shed a few tears but I wouldn't consider this a tearjerker.&
I listened to the audiobook version of this book which was released before the eBook and let me suggest if you are able to listen to it grab a copy from Amazon or Audible because the narrators, Maxine Mitchell and Joe Arden, did an amazing job with bringing this story to life.
Shouldn't Have You is the second book in the Fractured Connections Series and although each of the books can be read as a standalone I would highly suggest you read them in order because each of the these books have all the same key players in them it's just the stars of the books that are different.
Happy Reading!!!
You can see this and other Reviews I have written along with various cover reveals, excerpts, and giveaways here Nadine's Obsessed with Books
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May 20, 2019✩ A Friends to Lovers Romance.
✩ A widow falls in love again.
✩ A heart-tugging romance.
✩ A new beginning for both of them.
✩ A past that must be overcome.
✩ A chance of a lifetime.
Find it Here!
I've been many things in my life: daughter, friend, student, lover, wife…and now, widow. Getting past those labels and finding who I could be without them was the hardest thing I've ever done.
Then I became friends with Brendon Connolly.
Every time I look at him, I see a past, I see a present, and I’m afraid if I look too hard, I’ll see a future.
~~~
I've known Harmony Wynham since before she got married. Before she lost everything. I didn’t know that one day she wouldn’t be just my friend but the woman I wanted to spend the rest of my life with.
Only I don't think that can happen.
Not when every time she looks at me, she sees what she lost, and I can only see what I can't overcome.
I love her, even though I shouldn't. Somehow, we need to find a balance.
Because if we don't, walking away will be the hardest thing I've ever done—even if it's the only thing I should do.
Find it Here!
![Shouldn't Have You]()
✩ A widow falls in love again.
✩ A heart-tugging romance.
✩ A new beginning for both of them.
✩ A past that must be overcome.
✩ A chance of a lifetime.
Find it Here!
I've been many things in my life: daughter, friend, student, lover, wife…and now, widow. Getting past those labels and finding who I could be without them was the hardest thing I've ever done.
Then I became friends with Brendon Connolly.
Every time I look at him, I see a past, I see a present, and I’m afraid if I look too hard, I’ll see a future.
~~~
I've known Harmony Wynham since before she got married. Before she lost everything. I didn’t know that one day she wouldn’t be just my friend but the woman I wanted to spend the rest of my life with.
Only I don't think that can happen.
Not when every time she looks at me, she sees what she lost, and I can only see what I can't overcome.
I love her, even though I shouldn't. Somehow, we need to find a balance.
Because if we don't, walking away will be the hardest thing I've ever done—even if it's the only thing I should do.
Find it Here!
Read
May 20, 2019✩ A Friends to Lovers Romance.
✩ A widow falls in love again.
✩ A heart-tugging romance.
✩ A new beginning for both of them.
✩ A past that must be overcome.
✩ A chance of a lifetime.
Find it Here!
I've been many things in my life: daughter, friend, student, lover, wife…and now, widow. Getting past those labels and finding who I could be without them was the hardest thing I've ever done.
Then I became friends with Brendon Connolly.
Every time I look at him, I see a past, I see a present, and I’m afraid if I look too hard, I’ll see a future.
~~~
I've known Harmony Wynham since before she got married. Before she lost everything. I didn’t know that one day she wouldn’t be just my friend but the woman I wanted to spend the rest of my life with.
Only I don't think that can happen.
Not when every time she looks at me, she sees what she lost, and I can only see what I can't overcome.
I love her, even though I shouldn't. Somehow, we need to find a balance.
Because if we don't, walking away will be the hardest thing I've ever done—even if it's the only thing I should do.
Find it Here!
![Shouldn't Have You]()
✩ A widow falls in love again.
✩ A heart-tugging romance.
✩ A new beginning for both of them.
✩ A past that must be overcome.
✩ A chance of a lifetime.
Find it Here!
I've been many things in my life: daughter, friend, student, lover, wife…and now, widow. Getting past those labels and finding who I could be without them was the hardest thing I've ever done.
Then I became friends with Brendon Connolly.
Every time I look at him, I see a past, I see a present, and I’m afraid if I look too hard, I’ll see a future.
~~~
I've known Harmony Wynham since before she got married. Before she lost everything. I didn’t know that one day she wouldn’t be just my friend but the woman I wanted to spend the rest of my life with.
Only I don't think that can happen.
Not when every time she looks at me, she sees what she lost, and I can only see what I can't overcome.
I love her, even though I shouldn't. Somehow, we need to find a balance.
Because if we don't, walking away will be the hardest thing I've ever done—even if it's the only thing I should do.
Find it Here!
Read
May 21, 2019✩ A Friends to Lovers Romance.
✩ A widow falls in love again.
✩ A heart-tugging romance.
✩ A new beginning for both of them.
✩ A past that must be overcome.
✩ A chance of a lifetime.
Find it Here!
I've been many things in my life: daughter, friend, student, lover, wife…and now, widow. Getting past those labels and finding who I could be without them was the hardest thing I've ever done.
Then I became friends with Brendon Connolly.
Every time I look at him, I see a past, I see a present, and I’m afraid if I look too hard, I’ll see a future.
~~~
I've known Harmony Wynham since before she got married. Before she lost everything. I didn’t know that one day she wouldn’t be just my friend but the woman I wanted to spend the rest of my life with.
Only I don't think that can happen.
Not when every time she looks at me, she sees what she lost, and I can only see what I can't overcome.
I love her, even though I shouldn't. Somehow, we need to find a balance.
Because if we don't, walking away will be the hardest thing I've ever done—even if it's the only thing I should do.
Find it Here!
![Shouldn't Have You]()
✩ A widow falls in love again.
✩ A heart-tugging romance.
✩ A new beginning for both of them.
✩ A past that must be overcome.
✩ A chance of a lifetime.
Find it Here!
I've been many things in my life: daughter, friend, student, lover, wife…and now, widow. Getting past those labels and finding who I could be without them was the hardest thing I've ever done.
Then I became friends with Brendon Connolly.
Every time I look at him, I see a past, I see a present, and I’m afraid if I look too hard, I’ll see a future.
~~~
I've known Harmony Wynham since before she got married. Before she lost everything. I didn’t know that one day she wouldn’t be just my friend but the woman I wanted to spend the rest of my life with.
Only I don't think that can happen.
Not when every time she looks at me, she sees what she lost, and I can only see what I can't overcome.
I love her, even though I shouldn't. Somehow, we need to find a balance.
Because if we don't, walking away will be the hardest thing I've ever done—even if it's the only thing I should do.
Find it Here!
Read
May 21, 2019✩ A Friends to Lovers Romance.
✩ A widow falls in love again.
✩ A heart-tugging romance.
✩ A new beginning for both of them.
✩ A past that must be overcome.
✩ A chance of a lifetime.
Find it Here!
I've been many things in my life: daughter, friend, student, lover, wife…and now, widow. Getting past those labels and finding who I could be without them was the hardest thing I've ever done.
Then I became friends with Brendon Connolly.
Every time I look at him, I see a past, I see a present, and I’m afraid if I look too hard, I’ll see a future.
~~~
I've known Harmony Wynham since before she got married. Before she lost everything. I didn’t know that one day she wouldn’t be just my friend but the woman I wanted to spend the rest of my life with.
Only I don't think that can happen.
Not when every time she looks at me, she sees what she lost, and I can only see what I can't overcome.
I love her, even though I shouldn't. Somehow, we need to find a balance.
Because if we don't, walking away will be the hardest thing I've ever done—even if it's the only thing I should do.
Find it Here!
Read
May 21, 2019✩ A Friends to Lovers Romance.
✩ A widow falls in love again.
✩ A heart-tugging romance.
✩ A new beginning for both of them.
✩ A past that must be overcome.
✩ A chance of a lifetime.
Find it Here!
I've been many things in my life: daughter, friend, student, lover, wife…and now, widow. Getting past those labels and finding who I could be without them was the hardest thing I've ever done.
Then I became friends with Brendon Connolly.
Every time I look at him, I see a past, I see a present, and I’m afraid if I look too hard, I’ll see a future.
~~~
I've known Harmony Wynham since before she got married. Before she lost everything. I didn’t know that one day she wouldn’t be just my friend but the woman I wanted to spend the rest of my life with.
Only I don't think that can happen.
Not when every time she looks at me, she sees what she lost, and I can only see what I can't overcome.
I love her, even though I shouldn't. Somehow, we need to find a balance.
Because if we don't, walking away will be the hardest thing I've ever done—even if it's the only thing I should do.
Find it Here!
![Shouldn't Have You]()
✩ A widow falls in love again.
✩ A heart-tugging romance.
✩ A new beginning for both of them.
✩ A past that must be overcome.
✩ A chance of a lifetime.
Find it Here!
I've been many things in my life: daughter, friend, student, lover, wife…and now, widow. Getting past those labels and finding who I could be without them was the hardest thing I've ever done.
Then I became friends with Brendon Connolly.
Every time I look at him, I see a past, I see a present, and I’m afraid if I look too hard, I’ll see a future.
~~~
I've known Harmony Wynham since before she got married. Before she lost everything. I didn’t know that one day she wouldn’t be just my friend but the woman I wanted to spend the rest of my life with.
Only I don't think that can happen.
Not when every time she looks at me, she sees what she lost, and I can only see what I can't overcome.
I love her, even though I shouldn't. Somehow, we need to find a balance.
Because if we don't, walking away will be the hardest thing I've ever done—even if it's the only thing I should do.
Find it Here!
Read
May 21, 2019✩ A Friends to Lovers Romance.
✩ A widow falls in love again.
✩ A heart-tugging romance.
✩ A new beginning for both of them.
✩ A past that must be overcome.
✩ A chance of a lifetime.
Find it Here!
I've been many things in my life: daughter, friend, student, lover, wife…and now, widow. Getting past those labels and finding who I could be without them was the hardest thing I've ever done.
Then I became friends with Brendon Connolly.
Every time I look at him, I see a past, I see a present, and I’m afraid if I look too hard, I’ll see a future.
~~~
I've known Harmony Wynham since before she got married. Before she lost everything. I didn’t know that one day she wouldn’t be just my friend but the woman I wanted to spend the rest of my life with.
Only I don't think that can happen.
Not when every time she looks at me, she sees what she lost, and I can only see what I can't overcome.
I love her, even though I shouldn't. Somehow, we need to find a balance.
Because if we don't, walking away will be the hardest thing I've ever done—even if it's the only thing I should do.
Find it Here!
![Shouldn't Have You]()
✩ A widow falls in love again.
✩ A heart-tugging romance.
✩ A new beginning for both of them.
✩ A past that must be overcome.
✩ A chance of a lifetime.
Find it Here!
I've been many things in my life: daughter, friend, student, lover, wife…and now, widow. Getting past those labels and finding who I could be without them was the hardest thing I've ever done.
Then I became friends with Brendon Connolly.
Every time I look at him, I see a past, I see a present, and I’m afraid if I look too hard, I’ll see a future.
~~~
I've known Harmony Wynham since before she got married. Before she lost everything. I didn’t know that one day she wouldn’t be just my friend but the woman I wanted to spend the rest of my life with.
Only I don't think that can happen.
Not when every time she looks at me, she sees what she lost, and I can only see what I can't overcome.
I love her, even though I shouldn't. Somehow, we need to find a balance.
Because if we don't, walking away will be the hardest thing I've ever done—even if it's the only thing I should do.
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May 22, 2019✩ A Friends to Lovers Romance.
✩ A widow falls in love again.
✩ A heart-tugging romance.
✩ A new beginning for both of them.
✩ A past that must be overcome.
✩ A chance of a lifetime.
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I've been many things in my life: daughter, friend, student, lover, wife…and now, widow. Getting past those labels and finding who I could be without them was the hardest thing I've ever done.
Then I became friends with Brendon Connolly.
Every time I look at him, I see a past, I see a present, and I’m afraid if I look too hard, I’ll see a future.
~~~
I've known Harmony Wynham since before she got married. Before she lost everything. I didn’t know that one day she wouldn’t be just my friend but the woman I wanted to spend the rest of my life with.
Only I don't think that can happen.
Not when every time she looks at me, she sees what she lost, and I can only see what I can't overcome.
I love her, even though I shouldn't. Somehow, we need to find a balance.
Because if we don't, walking away will be the hardest thing I've ever done—even if it's the only thing I should do.
Find it Here!
![Shouldn't Have You]()
✩ A widow falls in love again.
✩ A heart-tugging romance.
✩ A new beginning for both of them.
✩ A past that must be overcome.
✩ A chance of a lifetime.
Find it Here!
I've been many things in my life: daughter, friend, student, lover, wife…and now, widow. Getting past those labels and finding who I could be without them was the hardest thing I've ever done.
Then I became friends with Brendon Connolly.
Every time I look at him, I see a past, I see a present, and I’m afraid if I look too hard, I’ll see a future.
~~~
I've known Harmony Wynham since before she got married. Before she lost everything. I didn’t know that one day she wouldn’t be just my friend but the woman I wanted to spend the rest of my life with.
Only I don't think that can happen.
Not when every time she looks at me, she sees what she lost, and I can only see what I can't overcome.
I love her, even though I shouldn't. Somehow, we need to find a balance.
Because if we don't, walking away will be the hardest thing I've ever done—even if it's the only thing I should do.
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April 8, 2021
3.5⭐️
Shouldn’t Have You is book #2 in Carrie Ann Ryan’s Fractured Connections Series. It is a Slow Burn, Friends to Lovers Romance. It is a story full of heart and emotion.
Harmony is strong and resilient, sweet and caring. She is not only grieving the death of her husband she is also grieving the death of her friend Allison. It’s been almost 2 years since the death of her husband and she is trying to move on. Through a series of unsuccessful blind dates she is really trying to put herself out there again but is becoming discouraged.
Brendon and Harmony have been friends for along time. Brendon is harbouring guilt from the death of his friend as he was there when it happened and he second guesses whether or not he could have done more to save his life. He is also realizing that his feelings for Harmony have changed. He was nervous and hesitant to admit his feelings but once he does he and Harmony have an incredible connection.
The only fault I found with this book is that I would prefer more time with Harmony and Brendon as a couple. The emotional turmoil they are each going through was the focus of the book and I wish we had gotten to see them together as a couple a little longer.
I’m really looking forward to Aiden’s story next in Falling for You.
Shouldn’t Have You is book #2 in Carrie Ann Ryan’s Fractured Connections Series. It is a Slow Burn, Friends to Lovers Romance. It is a story full of heart and emotion.
Harmony is strong and resilient, sweet and caring. She is not only grieving the death of her husband she is also grieving the death of her friend Allison. It’s been almost 2 years since the death of her husband and she is trying to move on. Through a series of unsuccessful blind dates she is really trying to put herself out there again but is becoming discouraged.
Brendon and Harmony have been friends for along time. Brendon is harbouring guilt from the death of his friend as he was there when it happened and he second guesses whether or not he could have done more to save his life. He is also realizing that his feelings for Harmony have changed. He was nervous and hesitant to admit his feelings but once he does he and Harmony have an incredible connection.
The only fault I found with this book is that I would prefer more time with Harmony and Brendon as a couple. The emotional turmoil they are each going through was the focus of the book and I wish we had gotten to see them together as a couple a little longer.
I’m really looking forward to Aiden’s story next in Falling for You.
May 18, 2019
Shouldn't Have You by Carrie Ann Ryan is book Two in the Fractured Connections Series. This is the story of Harmony Wynham and Brendon Connolly. I haven't yet read the previous book, so for me this was a standalone book.
Harmony and Brendon were friends before Harmony married Moyer. Three actually become very close and Brendon considered Moyer a great friend also. But then Moyer was killed in a tragic accident that Brendon feels some guilt over. Harmony has been trying to deal with her husband's death and having to start a new life without him. Brendon and Harmony somewhat feel away from their close friendship but have started to get back what they had and more. Now that Harmony is trying to move on into the dating world as Moyer would have wanted she is finding it a disaster. Brendon was close to Harmony but after their short time apart starts to feel a stronger love for her then every before.
This was a really good friends to lovers romance both dealing with some drama from their past and how the death of Moyer affected them.
Harmony and Brendon were friends before Harmony married Moyer. Three actually become very close and Brendon considered Moyer a great friend also. But then Moyer was killed in a tragic accident that Brendon feels some guilt over. Harmony has been trying to deal with her husband's death and having to start a new life without him. Brendon and Harmony somewhat feel away from their close friendship but have started to get back what they had and more. Now that Harmony is trying to move on into the dating world as Moyer would have wanted she is finding it a disaster. Brendon was close to Harmony but after their short time apart starts to feel a stronger love for her then every before.
This was a really good friends to lovers romance both dealing with some drama from their past and how the death of Moyer affected them.
March 18, 2019
Whew! Talk about emotional. This book is a complete roller coaster of heavy emotion that pulls you right in. Grief, trauma, love, strength and healing are all woven so tightly into Brendon and Harmony’s story giving it a depth that really takes ahold of your heart and makes it a book that sticks with you.
Harmony and Brendon are both battling some serious demons. Between the loss of her husband and his friend, the loss of another mutual friend, and Brendon’s traumatic childhood there’s A LOT of baggage going on. So much so that at times things to slow down a bit too much as the same reasons for why they shouldn’t have feelings for each other are rehashed again. That said the love these two have *happy sigh* it is unbelievably beautiful.
Harmony and Brendon are both battling some serious demons. Between the loss of her husband and his friend, the loss of another mutual friend, and Brendon’s traumatic childhood there’s A LOT of baggage going on. So much so that at times things to slow down a bit too much as the same reasons for why they shouldn’t have feelings for each other are rehashed again. That said the love these two have *happy sigh* it is unbelievably beautiful.
July 8, 2021
Got to 51% and just had to stop. Straight up misery porn and I can’t take it anymore.
From what I understand, the author was widowed tragically young and I get that life is not always beautiful and my heart aches for her and her situation, but I read to escape reality and not one single MC doesn’t have humongous problems.
Not issues, problems. All real and painful and just not what I need in a romance. I was looking for serious, but not depressing. This was just depressing.
If you like realistic fiction with some romance, you would probably enjoy this book. It just wasn’t for me at this time.
1, not what I was expecting or needing right now, stars.
From what I understand, the author was widowed tragically young and I get that life is not always beautiful and my heart aches for her and her situation, but I read to escape reality and not one single MC doesn’t have humongous problems.
Not issues, problems. All real and painful and just not what I need in a romance. I was looking for serious, but not depressing. This was just depressing.
If you like realistic fiction with some romance, you would probably enjoy this book. It just wasn’t for me at this time.
1, not what I was expecting or needing right now, stars.
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June 30, 2021
Ahh I hate writing bad reviews. But honestly, I do it more for myself so that I don’t waste my time with this author again. Some may love the story, it was okay. I really wasn’t a fan of the writing. It was a snooze fest. Every chapter seemed exactly the same. Repeated over and over again. I didn’t hold my interest. I basically read the first line of every paragraph and got the gist of the whole story. I think the storyline has a lot of potential but the writing really needs more work.
Yeah, I shouldn’t have read this ….
Yeah, I shouldn’t have read this ….
June 7, 2019
This pains me to say it because I really like this author, but I really thing this series isn't for me. I thought the last book was blah and this one was the same. Sure I felt bad for Harmony and Brendon for the bad things that happened in their lives, but the chemistry between them wasn't there for me.
May 21, 2019
I'm not ready to do a full review, but I can tell you that I am very middle of the road with this story .....
Okay, so here’s the thing *sigh* this book had big shoes to fill. Huge. It’s not the book’s fault, but for me, Breaking Without You, the first in this series, set the bar really high. It set the bar high not only for the series, but also for the individual people in these stories. Based on my read of that book, and what I already knew of Harmony and Brendon, I should have had ridiculous #feels over their journey, especially coming from Harmony.
Honestly, I felt nothing. The story just happened and I felt nothing. THIS story should have rung me out. It should have reached into my heart and squeezed it dry. But nothing happened. I have no idea why because the actual mechanics of the story were spot on. Carrie Ann Ryan wouldn’t be who she is in the book world if she didn’t know how to write a story. And I’ve been reading her words for quite some time now. So I know she’s a good writer, but this story did nothing for me. I’ve read it twice now. I thought maybe because I read it right after finishing the first book that maybe my heart and mind needed a break before they could feel … nope.
Conclusion: I hate, with a passion of a thousand suns, that I have no choice but to rate this book down the middle. But I will continue to read every word (other than the paranormal) this author writes because she has proven over and over again that she has talent. This one just happen to miss the mark for me.
Okay, so here’s the thing *sigh* this book had big shoes to fill. Huge. It’s not the book’s fault, but for me, Breaking Without You, the first in this series, set the bar really high. It set the bar high not only for the series, but also for the individual people in these stories. Based on my read of that book, and what I already knew of Harmony and Brendon, I should have had ridiculous #feels over their journey, especially coming from Harmony.
Honestly, I felt nothing. The story just happened and I felt nothing. THIS story should have rung me out. It should have reached into my heart and squeezed it dry. But nothing happened. I have no idea why because the actual mechanics of the story were spot on. Carrie Ann Ryan wouldn’t be who she is in the book world if she didn’t know how to write a story. And I’ve been reading her words for quite some time now. So I know she’s a good writer, but this story did nothing for me. I’ve read it twice now. I thought maybe because I read it right after finishing the first book that maybe my heart and mind needed a break before they could feel … nope.
Conclusion: I hate, with a passion of a thousand suns, that I have no choice but to rate this book down the middle. But I will continue to read every word (other than the paranormal) this author writes because she has proven over and over again that she has talent. This one just happen to miss the mark for me.
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May 23, 2019✩ A Friends to Lovers Romance.
✩ A widow falls in love again.
✩ A heart-tugging romance.
✩ A new beginning for both of them.
✩ A past that must be overcome.
✩ A chance of a lifetime.
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I've been many things in my life: daughter, friend, student, lover, wife…and now, widow. Getting past those labels and finding who I could be without them was the hardest thing I've ever done.
Then I became friends with Brendon Connolly.
Every time I look at him, I see a past, I see a present, and I’m afraid if I look too hard, I’ll see a future.
~~~
I've known Harmony Wynham since before she got married. Before she lost everything. I didn’t know that one day she wouldn’t be just my friend but the woman I wanted to spend the rest of my life with.
Only I don't think that can happen.
Not when every time she looks at me, she sees what she lost, and I can only see what I can't overcome.
I love her, even though I shouldn't. Somehow, we need to find a balance.
Because if we don't, walking away will be the hardest thing I've ever done—even if it's the only thing I should do.
Find it Here!
✩ A widow falls in love again.
✩ A heart-tugging romance.
✩ A new beginning for both of them.
✩ A past that must be overcome.
✩ A chance of a lifetime.
Find it Here!
I've been many things in my life: daughter, friend, student, lover, wife…and now, widow. Getting past those labels and finding who I could be without them was the hardest thing I've ever done.
Then I became friends with Brendon Connolly.
Every time I look at him, I see a past, I see a present, and I’m afraid if I look too hard, I’ll see a future.
~~~
I've known Harmony Wynham since before she got married. Before she lost everything. I didn’t know that one day she wouldn’t be just my friend but the woman I wanted to spend the rest of my life with.
Only I don't think that can happen.
Not when every time she looks at me, she sees what she lost, and I can only see what I can't overcome.
I love her, even though I shouldn't. Somehow, we need to find a balance.
Because if we don't, walking away will be the hardest thing I've ever done—even if it's the only thing I should do.
Find it Here!
May 13, 2019
Harmony & Brendon are childhood friends. Even through (her) marriage and loss of her husband, Brendon’s friend. Now, years later she’s ready to move forward. She’s lonely, ready for companionship & intimacy again. Never did she think she’d find that in her best friend.
Brendon has grown to love Harmony over the years since she lost her husband. Not exactly sure when it happened, but now that it has he’s struggling to keep those feelings hidden.
Eventually they reveal themselves and it is a beautiful connection.
This was my first Carrie Ann Ryan read, I’m not exactly sure what it was about the book that I just couldn’t connect 100%. The plot was good, but the story dragged on for so long I found myself bored. :|
Brendon has grown to love Harmony over the years since she lost her husband. Not exactly sure when it happened, but now that it has he’s struggling to keep those feelings hidden.
Eventually they reveal themselves and it is a beautiful connection.
This was my first Carrie Ann Ryan read, I’m not exactly sure what it was about the book that I just couldn’t connect 100%. The plot was good, but the story dragged on for so long I found myself bored. :|
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March 22, 2019
This is my first book by Carrie Ann Ann Ryan I followed easily, it seemed connected to her other books. This is the second book in this series but standalone well. It was explained somewhat the relationships between characters so I can somewhat gather. I didn't realize this would hit close to home granted Harmony's grief and loss is different but some elements of that resonated with me. The whole moving forward after a loss and the messy side of it. She's known Brendon for longer but they didn't rekindle a connection until after their mutual loss. Falling for his best friend's widow is gonna be a bump road.
Brendon has dealt with a lot a bad childhood and family rifts now after losing his friend and Harmony's husband he's struggling but won't let others see it. He has so much survivor's guilt over Moyer's accident and how he couldn't save him. Harmony is slowly trying to move on but it's hard everything reminds her of her husband and grief can be hard no matter how they say time heals things, losing a loved one one who has a big role in your life will change. Loneliness creeps up on you and Harmony liked she had a friend in Brendon. I liked that both were introspective kind of people and despite their common friends they were more loner types. Harmony was genuine and kind, gracious, Brendon a loyal guy and dependable despite his childhood trauma that still gives him anxiety.
Told in dual POV you get how confused they were when feelings start shifting, mostly Brendon at first. Harmony took a while to get there and completely understandable. This was not angst free cause between both of them lots of emotions overload, that's not without guilt and mixed thoughts too, if it's right or wrong. Some denial on both ends so it was a pretty slow navigating new waters. Everyone sees they have sparks but it took them longer to realize. It's a mix of past and present qnd something new.
They were pretty cute and sweet, it felt like solid foundation built upon that had communication. There was more going on set up and other details happening aside from Brendon and Harmony's story. I liked the Connolly's they had tough backgrounds the system wasn't good to them till Jack and Rose adopted them. They all have stories to tell and these these friendships had such bond. This book wasn't light or easygoing, the melancholy is present even through the happier parts. I don't know if all of Carrie Ann Ryan's books are like this but this felt deep and the writing thoughtful. This had a personal feel which I liked and will definitely continue on this series as I enjoyed it.
*** ARC provided for an honest review ***
May 6, 2019
You're Special!!!
Harmony Wyndham had been friends with the Knight siblings (Violet & Sienna), the Connollys and Allison for years. When they lost Ally, they were all falling apart. That wasn't the first lost she'd suffered, she was a widow. And she needed to find out who she was now without any labels.
Brendon Connolly knew Heather Wyndham before she got married. Then she lost it all, she was his friend but also she was something more, She was the woman he wanted to grow old with. He just didn't know if it would be possible, he loved her even though he knew he shouldn't have.
What neither one of them knew was they both had feelings for one another than went beyond friendship. When they put their cards on the table, they realized that they were right where they needed to be. When Brendon's past came back to haunt him, Harmony didn't let him push her away.
Love the bond between the four Connolly brothers, they had each other's backs, come what may. It was great to catch up with Violet ( BREAKING WITHOUT YOU )as well as the rest of the women. Love how the Connollys are slowly healing their once broken family.
SHOULDN'T HAVE YOU is the second installment in Carrie Ann Ryan's FRACTURED CONNECTIONS series. It was magical, heartwrenching, and fascinating. Ms Ryan did a magnificent job. 5 Golden stars!
P. S. Looking forward to the next installment ;).
****I received this book without any obligation to review ****
****Characters icons and teasers courtesy of Carrie Ann Ryan.****
Harmony Wyndham had been friends with the Knight siblings (Violet & Sienna), the Connollys and Allison for years. When they lost Ally, they were all falling apart. That wasn't the first lost she'd suffered, she was a widow. And she needed to find out who she was now without any labels.
Brendon Connolly knew Heather Wyndham before she got married. Then she lost it all, she was his friend but also she was something more, She was the woman he wanted to grow old with. He just didn't know if it would be possible, he loved her even though he knew he shouldn't have.
What neither one of them knew was they both had feelings for one another than went beyond friendship. When they put their cards on the table, they realized that they were right where they needed to be. When Brendon's past came back to haunt him, Harmony didn't let him push her away.
Love the bond between the four Connolly brothers, they had each other's backs, come what may. It was great to catch up with Violet ( BREAKING WITHOUT YOU )as well as the rest of the women. Love how the Connollys are slowly healing their once broken family.
SHOULDN'T HAVE YOU is the second installment in Carrie Ann Ryan's FRACTURED CONNECTIONS series. It was magical, heartwrenching, and fascinating. Ms Ryan did a magnificent job. 5 Golden stars!
P. S. Looking forward to the next installment ;).
****I received this book without any obligation to review ****
****Characters icons and teasers courtesy of Carrie Ann Ryan.****
May 21, 2019
This book almost did me in. The beginning was so emotional, so full of pain, for both of the main characters, I had to walk away for a bit. I knew I would finish the book, but had to come to terms with the feelings their story brought out in me. This isn't a light hearted summer read. This is a book filled with pain, and hurt, but in the end, it's all about their survival and strength.
Harmony has had an amazing life. Until she lost her husband in a freak accident. But she is moving on with her life, coming to terms with what her life is now, figuring out who she is on her own again. She knows it's time, but she isn't sure what steps to take, or where she wants them to lead.
Brendon's childhood was rough. Even as an adult it haunts him. It's shaped who he is, how he deals with life, and how he sees himself. He has issues, but he lives with them, deals with them. He is a survivor, a fighter, even if he doesn't see himself as such.
This book isn't a typical romance. It's more about their journey to each other, overcoming hardships, becoming who they need to be. Reading this book, you can tell the author put a lot of herself into this story, because of the sheer level of emotion, the beauty and purity of their connection, despite everything that could have kept them apart. It's an amazing story, one that kept the tears close, but also brought a smile to my face. Brendon and Harmony were perfect together, and their story is one that will stick close to my heart!
Harmony has had an amazing life. Until she lost her husband in a freak accident. But she is moving on with her life, coming to terms with what her life is now, figuring out who she is on her own again. She knows it's time, but she isn't sure what steps to take, or where she wants them to lead.
Brendon's childhood was rough. Even as an adult it haunts him. It's shaped who he is, how he deals with life, and how he sees himself. He has issues, but he lives with them, deals with them. He is a survivor, a fighter, even if he doesn't see himself as such.
This book isn't a typical romance. It's more about their journey to each other, overcoming hardships, becoming who they need to be. Reading this book, you can tell the author put a lot of herself into this story, because of the sheer level of emotion, the beauty and purity of their connection, despite everything that could have kept them apart. It's an amazing story, one that kept the tears close, but also brought a smile to my face. Brendon and Harmony were perfect together, and their story is one that will stick close to my heart!
May 9, 2019
I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader’s Copy of this book
Hope you have your tissues handy for this one folks because you will need them!
Next up in our Fractured Connections group is Harmony and Brendon.
Harmony, at such a young age, has now dealt with two huge losses; the sudden death of her husband and now the death of one of her best friends.
Brendon and Harmony were friends in school, her husband was his business partner, and they are learning to be friends again.
Brendon is someone who did not have a great home life until Jack and Rose and even though he had a better life after those early years did a number on him.
Harmony has started dating again, much to her dismay, and is only happy with her dates when she talks to Brendon afterwards.
Brendon has secret feelings for Harmony but feels that he is not good enough for her for several reasons of which I will not go into because you gotta read the book!!! LOL!!!
Both characters are very well written and makes you have tons of feelings for them. I love the way they develop from friends to more than friends, its something for her that is just like “there you are, where have you been”. For him it was like “ I love her but she can do so much better,” yes he had feeling for her but they didn’t come about until after the death of her husband
There is sooooo much to say about this book but I really don’t want to spoil it for anyone.
Ryan has once again wrote a beautiful story grounded in real life.
If you know anything about Carrie Ann Ryan you know this one hit close to home, but as she says in the Author’s note this is not her story this is Harmony’s and I think Harmony, Brendon and Moyer justice.
Hope you have your tissues handy for this one folks because you will need them!
Next up in our Fractured Connections group is Harmony and Brendon.
Harmony, at such a young age, has now dealt with two huge losses; the sudden death of her husband and now the death of one of her best friends.
Brendon and Harmony were friends in school, her husband was his business partner, and they are learning to be friends again.
Brendon is someone who did not have a great home life until Jack and Rose and even though he had a better life after those early years did a number on him.
Harmony has started dating again, much to her dismay, and is only happy with her dates when she talks to Brendon afterwards.
Brendon has secret feelings for Harmony but feels that he is not good enough for her for several reasons of which I will not go into because you gotta read the book!!! LOL!!!
Both characters are very well written and makes you have tons of feelings for them. I love the way they develop from friends to more than friends, its something for her that is just like “there you are, where have you been”. For him it was like “ I love her but she can do so much better,” yes he had feeling for her but they didn’t come about until after the death of her husband
There is sooooo much to say about this book but I really don’t want to spoil it for anyone.
Ryan has once again wrote a beautiful story grounded in real life.
If you know anything about Carrie Ann Ryan you know this one hit close to home, but as she says in the Author’s note this is not her story this is Harmony’s and I think Harmony, Brendon and Moyer justice.
May 21, 2019
This is the 2nd book in Carrie Ann Ryan's series Fractured Connections. This story is about Harmony and Brendon. These two have known each other since they were kids. They have been the best of friends. They lost contact for a while. Each one going along and dealing with life. They are brought together with the lost of a friend. This isn't the first loss of a loved one for Harmony. She's a widow. Brendon was even friends with Harmony's deceased husband. Harmony is trying to figure out who she is now without any labels like wife, friend, daughter, etc. So, she branches out and tries going on a date. Actually she goes on a few. They end up being total duds. Then, she finds herself chatting with Brendon after each date. Which, has them wanting more from their relationship. They are scared at first to mention anything. But, that doesn't last long. So, they decide to take their relationship a step further. Since they have a strong friendship at first, this ends up being a great foundation to becoming lovers. Now, true to Carrie Ann Ryan, this new path they travel is not without its twists and turns. When this happens, Brendon starts to believe he may need to step back from Harmony. That he isn't good enough for her. With Harmony being a strong lady, she is not having it. She goes to him and tells him as such. I love how Carrie Ann Ryan lets us know what they are thinking and feeling throughout their story. It gives you a lot insight to what makes the character the way he/she is. And of course, they have support from their family and friends. It a great friends to lovers story. You won't be disappointed by adding this one to your book list pile!!!
May 22, 2019
Shouldn't Have You by Carrie Ann Ryan is book 2 in the "Fractured Connections" series. This is Harmony Wynham and Brendon Connolly story.
We read and see that Harmony was widowed 2 years ago when she lost her husband in a tragic accident. Then to top it off, she lost her best friend to suicide a few months back. Harmony is really not having an easy time of late. She is slowly trying to put her life back together which includes dating again. But to say her entrance into the dating scene was something of a disaster was an understatement. Harmony doesn't want to repeat the experience anytime soon.
Brendon had been good friends with Harmony before she met Moyer and then the 3 of them developed this special connection. When Moyer suddenly died, they grieved separately, yet their friendship ended up falling apart somewhat.
Now 2 years on, they reconnect and the friendship is there but something else is there--- in between the talks and easy companionship, a spark builds between them. One that was always there for Brendon but he didn't act on. He feels disloyal towards the memory of his friendship that he had with Moyer yet he is totally head over heels in love with Harmony. Harmony wants to be with Brendon but is afraid to look past the present because if she looks harder, like looks towards a future, it could implode.
This is a slow burn, friends to lovers romance that is full of feels, rollercoaster ride of emotions and a story that will have you pulled right in from the start. Harmony and Brendon's love story will be a tempting, breaking and beautiful romance read. I'm looking forward to book 3.
My Rating: 4.5 stars *******
We read and see that Harmony was widowed 2 years ago when she lost her husband in a tragic accident. Then to top it off, she lost her best friend to suicide a few months back. Harmony is really not having an easy time of late. She is slowly trying to put her life back together which includes dating again. But to say her entrance into the dating scene was something of a disaster was an understatement. Harmony doesn't want to repeat the experience anytime soon.
Brendon had been good friends with Harmony before she met Moyer and then the 3 of them developed this special connection. When Moyer suddenly died, they grieved separately, yet their friendship ended up falling apart somewhat.
Now 2 years on, they reconnect and the friendship is there but something else is there--- in between the talks and easy companionship, a spark builds between them. One that was always there for Brendon but he didn't act on. He feels disloyal towards the memory of his friendship that he had with Moyer yet he is totally head over heels in love with Harmony. Harmony wants to be with Brendon but is afraid to look past the present because if she looks harder, like looks towards a future, it could implode.
This is a slow burn, friends to lovers romance that is full of feels, rollercoaster ride of emotions and a story that will have you pulled right in from the start. Harmony and Brendon's love story will be a tempting, breaking and beautiful romance read. I'm looking forward to book 3.
My Rating: 4.5 stars *******
May 17, 2019
This is the second book in the Fractured Connections series. Three friends Violet, Harmony, and Sienna are learning to live without their fourth, Alison, after her passing. At the same time the Connelly brothers Cameron, Brendon, and Aiden are learning to save a bar, be brothers again, and add a forth into the mix, all while grieving Alison’s loss and trying to help the girls keep going.
Harmony has already lost one love in her life, and is only just starting to try and date again but the dating pool seems very limited. Brendon was close friends with Harmony’s husband Moyer and feels like he could be stepping on toes with the feelings he has developed for her.
This was such a great book. The build up in the series has been so heartbreaking and real, but also very healing for the group. I love that Harmony & Brendon weren’t left for last. It’s such a touchy topic moving on to the next steps in life after losing a spouse, but also doing it with a friend makes the step easier and harder at the same time. I love that C.A.R doesn’t gloss over these hard touchy topics like some authors do by adding them in like side notes. The grief these six people share and have to learn to live with everyday IS the story.
As always the audio by Joe Arden & Maxine Mitchell was amazing and this series was the perfect series for the duel narration.
Harmony has already lost one love in her life, and is only just starting to try and date again but the dating pool seems very limited. Brendon was close friends with Harmony’s husband Moyer and feels like he could be stepping on toes with the feelings he has developed for her.
This was such a great book. The build up in the series has been so heartbreaking and real, but also very healing for the group. I love that Harmony & Brendon weren’t left for last. It’s such a touchy topic moving on to the next steps in life after losing a spouse, but also doing it with a friend makes the step easier and harder at the same time. I love that C.A.R doesn’t gloss over these hard touchy topics like some authors do by adding them in like side notes. The grief these six people share and have to learn to live with everyday IS the story.
As always the audio by Joe Arden & Maxine Mitchell was amazing and this series was the perfect series for the duel narration.
May 21, 2019
This is the second book in the Fractured Connections series. Three friends Violet, Harmony, and Sienna are learning to live without their fourth, Alison, after her passing. At the same time the Connelly brothers Cameron, Brendon, and Aiden are learning to save a bar, be brothers again, and add a forth into the mix, all while grieving Alison’s loss and trying to help the girls keep going.
Harmony has already lost one love in her life, and is only just starting to try and date again but the dating pool seems very limited. Brendon was close friends with Harmony’s husband Moyer and feels like he could be stepping on toes with the feelings he has developed for her.
This was such a great book. The build up in the series has been so heartbreaking and real, but also very healing for the group. I love that Harmony & Brendon weren’t left for last. It’s such a touchy topic moving on to the next steps in life after losing a spouse, but also doing it with a friend makes the step easier and harder at the same time. I love that C.A.R doesn’t gloss over these hard touchy topics like some authors do by adding them in like side notes. The grief these six people share and have to learn to live with everyday IS the story.
Harmony has already lost one love in her life, and is only just starting to try and date again but the dating pool seems very limited. Brendon was close friends with Harmony’s husband Moyer and feels like he could be stepping on toes with the feelings he has developed for her.
This was such a great book. The build up in the series has been so heartbreaking and real, but also very healing for the group. I love that Harmony & Brendon weren’t left for last. It’s such a touchy topic moving on to the next steps in life after losing a spouse, but also doing it with a friend makes the step easier and harder at the same time. I love that C.A.R doesn’t gloss over these hard touchy topics like some authors do by adding them in like side notes. The grief these six people share and have to learn to live with everyday IS the story.
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