Title: Let Love Stay
Author: Melissa Collins
First published July 25, 2013
404 pages, Kindle Edition
Rating: 4.09
Overview
Let Love Stay by Melissa Collins is a powerful romance novel about two lovers, Maddy and Reid, who fell deeply and madly in love. However, their love was put to the test when their pasts came back to haunt them.
They thought they had healed their old wounds, but life had other plans for them. Now, they must navigate their way through the struggles of their past to find their way back to each other.
In this emotional journey, Maddy and Reid will have to face their fears and overcome their demons if they ever hope to rekindle their love. Can they find the strength to fight for their love and let it stay?
Find out in Let Love Stay.
About the Author
Melissa Collins is a true book lover. Her love for literature began during her college days and has stayed with her ever since.
She decided to pursue a career in teaching English, hoping to instill her passion for reading in her students. For over ten years, Melissa has been living her dream as an English teacher, inspiring countless students to pick up a book and escape into its pages.
Although Melissa’s passion for reading was strong, it wasn’t until she went on maternity leave in early 2012 that she discovered her love for writing. It all started when she picked up her first romance novel and was swept away by the emotions and experiences of the characters.
Melissa’s imagination ran wild and she soon found herself creating her own characters and stories. The Love Series was the result of this newfound passion for writing.
Editoral Review
Let Love Stay by Melissa Collins is a charming and emotional contemporary romance novel, first published on July 25, 2013. Collins is a talented writer who has penned various romance-themed stories, including her bestselling series, the Love Series.
In Let Love Stay, Collins has once again managed to captivate her readers with her heartfelt storytelling and swoon-worthy characters. The novel follows the tale of newlyweds, Austin and Edie, as they navigate the ups and downs of married life.
The story is set in the charming town of Salem, Massachusetts, where the couple’s love story begins. Austin is a successful lawyer who is determined to provide for his family, while Edie is a talented artist who is struggling to balance her passion with her marriage.
As they both strive to find harmony in their relationship, the couple is faced with several challenges that threaten to break them apart. Collins has skillfully crafted the characters of Austin and Edie, making them relatable and endearing.
Austin’s hardworking and protective nature will make readers swoon, while Edie’s passion for art and her journey towards self-discovery will resonate with many. The secondary characters also add depth to the story, and the vivid descriptions of Salem and its surroundings make it the perfect setting for this heartwarming love story.
The pacing of the novel is appropriate, and the plot structure is well-executed, with several twists and turns that keep readers engaged. However, some readers may find certain aspects of the story predictable.
That said, Collins’s writing style is both elegant and straightforward, and her storytelling is exceptionally well-crafted. Throughout the novel, Collins deals with several themes, including love, family, sacrifice, and forgiveness.
However, the primary theme of the novel is the importance of communication in a relationship. Collins highlights the importance of open and honest communication, and how it can make all the difference in sustaining a healthy relationship.
In terms of criticisms, some readers may find the resolution of certain conflicts to be somewhat unrealistic, but overall, Let Love Stay is a thoroughly enjoyable read. In conclusion, Let Love Stay by Melissa Collins is an enthralling and heartwarming novel that is perfect for fans of contemporary romance.
Collins does an excellent job of depicting the journey of her characters, and her writing is both captivating and emotionally charged. The novel is recommended for readers who enjoy a well-told love story with relatable characters, and it will undoubtedly leave readers feeling warm and fuzzy.
Let Love Stay receives a solid 4 out of 5 stars.
