Title: You and Everything After
Author: Ginger Scott
First published December 5, 2014
274 pages, Kindle Edition
Rating: 4.03
Overview
You may have heard of Cass Owens, the girl with a reputation for hooking up at parties. But that was the old Cass.
Now she’s starting college, ready to leave that girl behind and write a new story for herself. Enter Tyson Preeter, the man who doesn’t believe in can’t.
He’s strong, confident, and has relearned how to live since losing his ability to walk six years ago. He doesn’t do love or sympathy, but Cass is about to change everything.
She needs his strength, and he’s about to let her own him completely. You and Everything After is the second book in the Falling Series, a standalone romance that will leave you rooting for Cass and Tyson’s love story.
Editoral Review
You and Everything After by Ginger Scott is a heartwarming and emotional romance novel that explores the complexities of relationships, grief, and personal growth. Ginger Scott is a renowned author who has published several YA and NA novels, including This Is Falling and How We Deal with Gravity.
Her writing style is known for its honesty, realism, and vivid imagery that transports readers into the lives of her characters. Set in a small town in Louisiana, You and Everything After follows the story of Phoenix and Cassie, two childhood friends who lost touch after a tragic event.
Despite the distance and the pain, their love never faded away. Years later, they cross paths again, and their reunion reignites their feelings, but also brings back memories and secrets that threaten to tear them apart.
The novel is a perfect blend of romance, drama, and mystery that keeps readers engaged from start to finish. The author masterfully crafts the characters, giving them depth, flaws, and relatable traits that make them feel human.
Phoenix is a wounded hero, struggling with PTSD and survivor’s guilt, while Cassie is a strong and independent woman, hiding her own pain and fears. The chemistry between them is palpable, and their banter is witty and charming.
What makes this book stand out is its message of hope and resilience. The author addresses important themes such as mental health, addiction, and trauma, with sensitivity and care.
She doesn’t shy away from the hard moments but also doesn’t wallow in them. Instead, she shows how love, friendship, and family can be a source of healing and growth.
The writing is beautiful, lyrical, and descriptive. The author paints a vivid picture of the small-town life, the bayous, and the people.
The pacing is steady, with enough tension and surprises to keep readers hooked. The plot twists are unexpected but not unrealistic, adding layers of complexity to the story.
One minor flaw of the book is that the dialogue can be a bit on the nose, and some of the secondary characters are not fully fleshed out. However, these minor issues don’t detract from the overall enjoyment of the book.
In conclusion, You and Everything After is a must-read for fans of contemporary romance and anyone who enjoys a good emotional story. The book delivers a powerful message of love and hope that resonates long after the last page.
It receives a rating of 4.5/5, based on its quality of writing, character development, plot structure, and themes. It is recommended for anyone who wants to experience a heartfelt and rewarding reading experience.
