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chaosgremlin24's review
4.0
Ah I have been looking forward to reading this one since I heard who it was going to be about. I adore this world that Young has given us and how it is all intertwined together. While I am usually not a massive fan of second chance romance, this one hits hard on the feels and gives you so much that makes your heart swoon. The connection between Callie and Lewis is undeniable from the start, even after they felt so broken between being together. There are a lot of emotions thrown at you as these two navigate finding their way back to each other after that one intense night that reconnected them! Twists and turns keep the book flowing and I absolutely adored it!
janfromnj's review
5.0
Lewis Adair and Callie Ironside. Childhood best friends. Then first loves. And later? It all fell apart. They moved on. One to London. The other to Paris. But neither forgot their hometown of Ardnoch in the Scottish Highlands or the love they shared for so long that now only fades into anger and so much hurt.
paigey12556's review
3.0
I think this book deserves a 2.8/5 stars. It took me forever to finish it because it wasn’t that engaging. I felt like we didn’t get much of their relationship and just a lot of feelings. I didn’t love the nickname, and all around I felt like this book also moved pretty fast.
mypileofbooks's review
5.0
It's always crazy to think I've been reading an author's books for long enough that child characters I've met in the beginning of that journey are now adults and getting their own story! Enter Lewis and Callie. I loved these two as children, and seeing how they've flourished and grown was such a great experience. Lewis and Callie grow up together, and although it doesn't quite work out with each other, it is clearly a right person, wrong time instance. As per usual, I loved getting swept up in the Scottish Highlands. This story was a whirlwind of emotions. I loved the story between these two people who had ups and downs but were finally able to find each other in the end. It wasn't an easy road and things weren't perfect but they were perfect for each other. Throw in some suspense, and this book has everything a good Samantha Young book has! Another amazing addition to this series, and I can't wait for the next one!
lepnut's review
5.0
- First love
- Second chance
- Friends to lovers to enemies to lovers
- Miscommunication
- All the pining
- Surprise!!!
I. LOVED. THIS. BOOK! Okay, that's not the full review, but I stand by it.
I have loved and followed this author since the Dublin Street books (arguably one of the best series I've ever read) and gobbled up this series as well. I absolutely adore revisiting couples that we have read about in past books, and this book revisited so many of my favorite couples. Most notably, Walker and Sloane from Beyond the Thistles. I mean, Walker. Need I say more? This book is about Sloane's daughter Callie and it is perfection.
Callie and Lewis were inseperable as children and teenagers. They had a deep connection that eventually translated to teen romance. However, as teen romances sometimes do, after graduation they went their seperate ways. It was painful and messy and drove a wedge between them for the first time.
Now, 7 years later, the two meet up at a party Eilidh, Lewis's sister, is throwing in London. The chemistry is still there, as is the very hurt feelings. After a long evening and talking and adult activities, Callie sneaks out and returns home to Ardnoch. Lewis makes the decision to follow her as he is determined to win her back.
The beginning of the story is told in a series of flashbacks, which really helped bring us up to speed while maintaining the flow of the story. This book is going on my "read over and over" list.
- Second chance
- Friends to lovers to enemies to lovers
- Miscommunication
- All the pining
- Surprise!!!
I. LOVED. THIS. BOOK! Okay, that's not the full review, but I stand by it.
I have loved and followed this author since the Dublin Street books (arguably one of the best series I've ever read) and gobbled up this series as well. I absolutely adore revisiting couples that we have read about in past books, and this book revisited so many of my favorite couples. Most notably, Walker and Sloane from Beyond the Thistles. I mean, Walker. Need I say more? This book is about Sloane's daughter Callie and it is perfection.
Callie and Lewis were inseperable as children and teenagers. They had a deep connection that eventually translated to teen romance. However, as teen romances sometimes do, after graduation they went their seperate ways. It was painful and messy and drove a wedge between them for the first time.
Now, 7 years later, the two meet up at a party Eilidh, Lewis's sister, is throwing in London. The chemistry is still there, as is the very hurt feelings. After a long evening and talking and adult activities, Callie sneaks out and returns home to Ardnoch. Lewis makes the decision to follow her as he is determined to win her back.
The beginning of the story is told in a series of flashbacks, which really helped bring us up to speed while maintaining the flow of the story. This book is going on my "read over and over" list.
bookishraquel's review against another edition
5.0
Northern Twilight is the fifth book in the Highlands series. It is the first book I've read or listened to by Samantha Young, and I am honestly kicking myself for not reading her work sooner. I was completely invested in Lewis and Callie's story and could not put this one down. This is one of the best second-chance romance books I've read. Lewis and Callie took me on an emotional journey. Their story broke me and put me back together again.
Lewis and Callie grew up together, and despite spending years apart, they still had a deep-rooted connection. When an unexpected visit to London brings them together, they allow their emotions to take over and share a steamy night together. Although Callie felt their night together was a mistake and tried to bury her feelings for Lewis, their love for each other was undeniable. That night together changed everything, forcing them to face their feelings for each other and decide how to approach life as parents together. Lewis and Callie truly never stopped loving each other, and their journey back to each other was beautiful. Lewis was completely devoted to Callie and did everything he could to care for and protect her.
I absolutely loved being in Ardnoch and getting to know Lewis and Callie. I loved their banter and their delicious spicy moments. I enjoyed the strong family bonds and friendships. Northern Twilight is well-written and has amazing characters. This is the perfect second-chance romance story with a little suspense. I can't wait to read more by Samantha Young.
NARRATION:
Shane East and Zara Hampton-Brown gave phenomenal performances. THE ACCENTS! My goodness! They were so good! This audiobook is on my list of the most entertaining listens of the year. Shane and Zara brought the characters to life, and I felt every single emotion. This audiobook fed my soul, and I highly recommend listening to this story. Kudos to Shane, Zara, and Lyric Audiobooks for this amazing production!
Lewis and Callie grew up together, and despite spending years apart, they still had a deep-rooted connection. When an unexpected visit to London brings them together, they allow their emotions to take over and share a steamy night together. Although Callie felt their night together was a mistake and tried to bury her feelings for Lewis, their love for each other was undeniable. That night together changed everything, forcing them to face their feelings for each other and decide how to approach life as parents together. Lewis and Callie truly never stopped loving each other, and their journey back to each other was beautiful. Lewis was completely devoted to Callie and did everything he could to care for and protect her.
I absolutely loved being in Ardnoch and getting to know Lewis and Callie. I loved their banter and their delicious spicy moments. I enjoyed the strong family bonds and friendships. Northern Twilight is well-written and has amazing characters. This is the perfect second-chance romance story with a little suspense. I can't wait to read more by Samantha Young.
NARRATION:
Shane East and Zara Hampton-Brown gave phenomenal performances. THE ACCENTS! My goodness! They were so good! This audiobook is on my list of the most entertaining listens of the year. Shane and Zara brought the characters to life, and I felt every single emotion. This audiobook fed my soul, and I highly recommend listening to this story. Kudos to Shane, Zara, and Lyric Audiobooks for this amazing production!
emmdahl's review
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
Samantha Young beautifully crafts Callie and Lewis's journey from childhood friends to second-chance lovers in this captivating installment of the Adair series. If you’ve been following the series, you’ve already met these two as kids, making their adult story even more exciting. The narrative cleverly intersperses scenes from their childhood and teen years, shedding light on what went wrong and making their reconnection feel authentic and engaging.
The spice in this book is NEXT LEVEL. Seriously, it was sizzling 😉. Callie is a standout—self-assured, independent, physically strong, and yearning for unconditional love. She’s soft and vulnerable yet fierce. For those familiar with her mother's story, Callie's backstory adds depth, but this book provides plenty of context for new readers.
Lewis’s determination to win Callie back is refreshing. Both characters display remarkable maturity as they navigate their reconciliation and an unexpected pregnancy. Samantha deserves kudos for crafting an entertaining story without relying on unnecessary miscommunication and conflict to drive the plot.
While the suspense subplot intrigued me, it didn't grip me as much as other books in the series. However, the themes of messing up, feeling loss deeply, and finding ways to mend things are profoundly validating and hopeful. The connection between Callie and Lewis, despite time and distance, is beautifully portrayed.
The buildup for the next book is fantastic, and I can’t wait to see what unfolds with Eilidh! Forever the Highlands!