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Thunder Road #3
Long Way Home
Seventeen-year-old Violet has always been expected to sit back and let the boys do all the saving.
It’s the code her father, a member of the Reign of Terror motorcycle club, raised her to live by. Yet when her dad is killed carrying out Terror business, Violet knows it’s up to her to do the saving. To protect herself, and her vulnerable younger brother, she needs to cut all ties with the club—including Chevy, the boy she’s known and loved her whole life.
But when a rival club comes after Violet, exposing old secrets and making new threats, she’s forced to question what she thought she knew about her father, the Reign of Terror, and what she thinks she wants. Which means re-evaluating everything: love, family, friends . . . and forgiveness.
Caught in the crosshairs between loyalty and freedom, Violet must decide whether old friends can be trusted—and if she’s strong enough to be the one person to save them all.
It’s the code her father, a member of the Reign of Terror motorcycle club, raised her to live by. Yet when her dad is killed carrying out Terror business, Violet knows it’s up to her to do the saving. To protect herself, and her vulnerable younger brother, she needs to cut all ties with the club—including Chevy, the boy she’s known and loved her whole life.
But when a rival club comes after Violet, exposing old secrets and making new threats, she’s forced to question what she thought she knew about her father, the Reign of Terror, and what she thinks she wants. Which means re-evaluating everything: love, family, friends . . . and forgiveness.
Caught in the crosshairs between loyalty and freedom, Violet must decide whether old friends can be trusted—and if she’s strong enough to be the one person to save them all.
448 pages, Kindle Edition
First published January 31, 2017
About the author
Katie McGarry
31 books12.8k followersKATIE MCGARRY is an award winning and critically acclaimed novelist of the Witches of the Island series (A Wicked and Beautiful Garden), the Pushing the Limits, Thunder Road, and Only a Breath Apart series and the standalone novel, Say You’ll Remember Me. Katie is a lover of music, happy endings, reality television, and is currently living out her own love story with her husband, three children, her affectionate dog, Rachel, and her very needy cats.
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April 1, 2018
Fantastic ending to a great trilogy!
Happy Reading!
Mel 🖤🐺
Happy Reading!
Mel 🖤🐺
February 7, 2017
Let's start on a good note, shall we? Oh who am I kidding, it's all going to be good. Want to know why? Because I LOVED THIS BOOOOOOK! I LOVED Violet. I LOVED Chevy. I loved the story, the writing, the mystery and suspense, the character development, the themes. I loved everything down to the punctuation, that's how good this book was.
Where were books like this when I was 17? Not only is it insanely entertaining but it deals with some fantastic issues and themes that are important to discuss and think about. Especially at that age! I fell in love with the characters, I fell in love with the story, I fell in love with their relationship and love for each other. So if there's a replica of Chevy out in the real world... I'll be waiting.
All in all, this book comes down to one major theme: Just because you are a woman, doesn't mean you don't have a voice. Use it, yell it from the mountain tops. As a woman or a girl, you will never, ever be less than a man. Your opinions, thoughts and emotions will never be any less valuable. Believe that and surround yourself with those who will yell along side you rather than try to silence your voice. This is exactly what Violet embodies and I couldn't love her more for it.
Something really exciting about this book is the pacing. There's always something going with the plot or characters so it never lulls and the reader is always engaged. There was more than one occasion where I was on the proverbial edge of my seat, trying not to jump ahead to find answers! And here's my advice for this book: don't start it or read the first few chapters (after that you should be clear! You'll know what I'm talking about when you read it.) if you don't have the time to sit down and dive in. I made the mistake of reading on my lunch break fairly early on and thought that I was going to hyperventilate. I had to get back to work but the characters were in a predicament and I couldn't just leave them there!!! Has that ever happened to anyone else?
I think part of why this is quite so good is because the author is amazing at creating multidimensional stories. There's many characters and factors at play in each situation. There's always more than meets the eye when trying to dissect the problems. And more than that, it's not a simple conflict that blows up and then gets dealt with at 80-90% mark before a cliched HEA. No no, Katie wouldn't do that to us. The characters are strong but each with their own individual issues that they need to overcome. Whether it's alone or with the help of the entire group, there's never a dull moment because there's just so much to keep your attention. It's interesting and engaging time and time again.
If I could describe Chevy in one word, it would be SWOOOON! My heart just felt for this guy! It was evident how much he loved Violet and how hard their breakup was on him. Can we get a hallelujah for a guy with feelings? *gasp* And I guess he was kind of awesome and tough and protective when he needed to be too. But then with Violet he was tender and loving. He knew exactly what she needed from him and never hesitated. Plus the ending? Oh, don't mind me. I'm just going to clutch this book against my chest and cry some happy tears.
One of my favourite things about Violet was her strength. She's feisty, independent, loyal and has a take no prisoners type of attitude. But let me go back and reiterate her strength. She was by far, one of the strongest heroines I've ever read, and that's what really made the story for me. She stood up for herself time and time again. She knew what was best for herself and her family, so she worked towards that. She learned to rely on those around her because they'll be there when it counts and she showed the same loyalty and love back to them. All in all, she was pretty kickass as far as fictional characters go.
I have never picked up an MC book before, simply because the topic just doesn't appeal to me. When starting this series, I wasn't sure what to expect. Yes, I love Katie and I trust her but this is an area where I've never been before. What do I think now after finishing the third book? Bring on the motorcycles! I loved it! The club dynamic, the bond, the rules, the hierarchy, it was so intricate with layers and layers of detail that I was immediately immersed in their world. I love these characters and I love this series. As long as Katie keeps writing them, I'll keep reading!
The connection and feelings that the two main characters have with each other is practically relationship goals. I'd be fine with that! Chevy is so swoonworthy and Violet can just break my heart with her vulnerability and feelings. These two together are pure magic.
Oh and have I mentioned the angst? Um, hello! So, so good.
I usually shy away from second chance romances because I have a hard time believing the connection/desire to be together again. I find that quite often it's just a quick way to completely leave out the building of a relationship and go straight from seeing each other straight to being in love. But would Katie do that? Definitely not!! I felt these two growing stronger together. Sure, their feelings never faded but they did break up for a reason. The reader gets to experience Chevy and Violet have their second chance at first love and I believed in every single word.
I may have mentioned already that I love this book, don't worry, I didn't forget. But even just simple things about it like the friendship between Oz, Razor, Chevy and Violet. I love how close and tight knit this group is. How they can communicate with something as simple as a hand signal or a look. How they can understand each other and read between the lines of what they aren't saying. This entire friendship just makes my heart squeeze together in happiness.
Not only one of my favourite previous characters from Katie, but one of my favourite characters EVER graced me with his presence!!!! HELLO Isaiah Walker! My boy! He's back! The twist that he and Rachel added to the story plus how this tied both series together was fantastic. Cameos from other characters are great, but with Isaiah being one of my favs, I was pretty excited to say the least.
I'm a sucker for playlists in books and am always excited to get to the end so I can go through Katie's. Once again, not a single complaint on my end! Not only do all the songs fit perfectly but I love most of them already. Now whenever I hear Where It's At by Dustin Lynch, I'll think of Chevy and Violet. <3
I find that a lot of readers these days aren't huge young adult fans. I understand that you want the steaminess that a romance or new adult read can give you, but I appreciate a well written young adult novel more for giving me the same feelings, intimacy, and making me fall in love with the couple, all without the explicit details. It forces the author to dive deeper with the character's emotions and bring them to the surface, to show the reader how much they're actually feeling. I personally love this about YA and Katie checks every box.
On the topic of emotions, it was an extremely visceral feeling I had alongside Chevy and Violet. When they were scared, I was scared. When they were frustrated or angry, I was frustrated or angry. When they were falling in love, I was already there. *Cue the harps playing*. What good is a book of it doesn't make you think? If it doesn't make you feel? Have no fears because Long Way Home will let you do both.
I seriously can't state enough how much I loved this book. This series just keeps getting better and better with each addition! Now is it too much to hope for a fourth book? Perhaps Addison and oh, I don't know... Dust? I don't think I'm ready to let these characters go yet! But either way, they're living forever on my bookshelves. I don't know how she does it, but Katie McGarry creates a winner time and time again. Long Way Home is some of her best work to date and I can't wait to see what she comes up with next! Need a fantastically written, swoon worthy, suspense story with themes to make you think? Check out this book and author. You won't be disappointed!
*An ARC was received in exchange for an honest review.
"We’re like fireworks, Violet. Beautiful separate, but phenomenal when put together. Of course, you can’t have all of that without a few explosions.”
Where were books like this when I was 17? Not only is it insanely entertaining but it deals with some fantastic issues and themes that are important to discuss and think about. Especially at that age! I fell in love with the characters, I fell in love with the story, I fell in love with their relationship and love for each other. So if there's a replica of Chevy out in the real world... I'll be waiting.
All in all, this book comes down to one major theme: Just because you are a woman, doesn't mean you don't have a voice. Use it, yell it from the mountain tops. As a woman or a girl, you will never, ever be less than a man. Your opinions, thoughts and emotions will never be any less valuable. Believe that and surround yourself with those who will yell along side you rather than try to silence your voice. This is exactly what Violet embodies and I couldn't love her more for it.
“Can’t, let and won’t. Three words not to use with me. I’m not asking your permission. I’m informing you of the decisions I’ve made. You don’t see me telling you that you can’t be part of the club or I’m going to let you be part of the club or that I won’t stand for you to be part of the club. You’re a big boy, Chevy. You can make your own big-boy decisions and I’m a big girl and you need to learn to accept my big-girl decisions. You want a dog to order around and be obedient, I bet you can adopt one at the pound.”
Something really exciting about this book is the pacing. There's always something going with the plot or characters so it never lulls and the reader is always engaged. There was more than one occasion where I was on the proverbial edge of my seat, trying not to jump ahead to find answers! And here's my advice for this book: don't start it or read the first few chapters (after that you should be clear! You'll know what I'm talking about when you read it.) if you don't have the time to sit down and dive in. I made the mistake of reading on my lunch break fairly early on and thought that I was going to hyperventilate. I had to get back to work but the characters were in a predicament and I couldn't just leave them there!!! Has that ever happened to anyone else?
"Razor strolls up beside me. Strolls, because I’m angryhobbling and my full throttle is his stroll."
I think part of why this is quite so good is because the author is amazing at creating multidimensional stories. There's many characters and factors at play in each situation. There's always more than meets the eye when trying to dissect the problems. And more than that, it's not a simple conflict that blows up and then gets dealt with at 80-90% mark before a cliched HEA. No no, Katie wouldn't do that to us. The characters are strong but each with their own individual issues that they need to overcome. Whether it's alone or with the help of the entire group, there's never a dull moment because there's just so much to keep your attention. It's interesting and engaging time and time again.
If I could describe Chevy in one word, it would be SWOOOON! My heart just felt for this guy! It was evident how much he loved Violet and how hard their breakup was on him. Can we get a hallelujah for a guy with feelings? *gasp* And I guess he was kind of awesome and tough and protective when he needed to be too. But then with Violet he was tender and loving. He knew exactly what she needed from him and never hesitated. Plus the ending? Oh, don't mind me. I'm just going to clutch this book against my chest and cry some happy tears.
“I couldn’t stop them from [...]. I couldn’t stop them from hurting you, but I can keep you warm. Let me do this. It’s not much, but it’s all I got.”
One of my favourite things about Violet was her strength. She's feisty, independent, loyal and has a take no prisoners type of attitude. But let me go back and reiterate her strength. She was by far, one of the strongest heroines I've ever read, and that's what really made the story for me. She stood up for herself time and time again. She knew what was best for herself and her family, so she worked towards that. She learned to rely on those around her because they'll be there when it counts and she showed the same loyalty and love back to them. All in all, she was pretty kickass as far as fictional characters go.
"The club demands trust, loyalty and respect and I demand the same. I deserve that and you deserve someone who can be happy with the scraps you’d be willing to throw them after you swear your allegiance somewhere else.”
I have never picked up an MC book before, simply because the topic just doesn't appeal to me. When starting this series, I wasn't sure what to expect. Yes, I love Katie and I trust her but this is an area where I've never been before. What do I think now after finishing the third book? Bring on the motorcycles! I loved it! The club dynamic, the bond, the rules, the hierarchy, it was so intricate with layers and layers of detail that I was immediately immersed in their world. I love these characters and I love this series. As long as Katie keeps writing them, I'll keep reading!
"One by one, like dominoes on the downfall, the men gathered around hit their fists against the table. It’s a show of support, a show of brotherhood, and my chest feels tight. Too many emotions flood me and I have to lean back in my chair to keep myself under control. This moment right here—it’s what Mom doesn’t understand. Doesn’t get that I’ve watched this type of solidarity my entire life and all I’ve craved is to be a part of it. To be more than Cyrus’s grandson, Eli’s nephew, James’s ghost in living flesh. More than just being a blood destiny."
The connection and feelings that the two main characters have with each other is practically relationship goals. I'd be fine with that! Chevy is so swoonworthy and Violet can just break my heart with her vulnerability and feelings. These two together are pure magic.
"Loving him was easy. It’s life that’s hard."
Oh and have I mentioned the angst? Um, hello! So, so good.
“I thought loving people was supposed to be easy,” he says quietly. “But it’s the hardest thing I’ve done. I wish I knew how to love you right.”
We stand there, willing the other to relinquish control, but we’re too far on the other side of this war to make concessions. Like being on a carnival ride with no restraints, my heart bounces between being bruised and broken and all combinations in between.
I usually shy away from second chance romances because I have a hard time believing the connection/desire to be together again. I find that quite often it's just a quick way to completely leave out the building of a relationship and go straight from seeing each other straight to being in love. But would Katie do that? Definitely not!! I felt these two growing stronger together. Sure, their feelings never faded but they did break up for a reason. The reader gets to experience Chevy and Violet have their second chance at first love and I believed in every single word.
I may have mentioned already that I love this book, don't worry, I didn't forget. But even just simple things about it like the friendship between Oz, Razor, Chevy and Violet. I love how close and tight knit this group is. How they can communicate with something as simple as a hand signal or a look. How they can understand each other and read between the lines of what they aren't saying. This entire friendship just makes my heart squeeze together in happiness.
"A playful wrestling match that’s half serious, half not, and, at least once, either Razor or Chevy pops up with Oz in a hold and they egg me on to take a swing.
I can’t do much more than laugh as Oz always finds a way to slip out of their hold, but ends up back on the ground. It’s eight all over again. Ten all over again. Thirteen all over again. Sixteen, too. It’s every year, every age, three boys who are becoming men with just enough of Peter Pan in them to keep them young."
Not only one of my favourite previous characters from Katie, but one of my favourite characters EVER graced me with his presence!!!! HELLO Isaiah Walker! My boy! He's back! The twist that he and Rachel added to the story plus how this tied both series together was fantastic. Cameos from other characters are great, but with Isaiah being one of my favs, I was pretty excited to say the least.
I'm a sucker for playlists in books and am always excited to get to the end so I can go through Katie's. Once again, not a single complaint on my end! Not only do all the songs fit perfectly but I love most of them already. Now whenever I hear Where It's At by Dustin Lynch, I'll think of Chevy and Violet. <3
I find that a lot of readers these days aren't huge young adult fans. I understand that you want the steaminess that a romance or new adult read can give you, but I appreciate a well written young adult novel more for giving me the same feelings, intimacy, and making me fall in love with the couple, all without the explicit details. It forces the author to dive deeper with the character's emotions and bring them to the surface, to show the reader how much they're actually feeling. I personally love this about YA and Katie checks every box.
“I got you what you wanted.”
“Are you carrying?” she asks quietly.
“Do you really want the answer?”
“You hate carrying.”
Yeah, but I love her. Never stopped.
On the topic of emotions, it was an extremely visceral feeling I had alongside Chevy and Violet. When they were scared, I was scared. When they were frustrated or angry, I was frustrated or angry. When they were falling in love, I was already there. *Cue the harps playing*. What good is a book of it doesn't make you think? If it doesn't make you feel? Have no fears because Long Way Home will let you do both.
“I’ve got you, Violet. I swear to God I’ve got you.”
And there’s no more thrumming.
Just his heat, warm covers, his heartbeat, his promise, the rise and fall of his chest and my body wrapped around his.
This. Just this. I’m finally home.
I seriously can't state enough how much I loved this book. This series just keeps getting better and better with each addition! Now is it too much to hope for a fourth book? Perhaps Addison and oh, I don't know... Dust? I don't think I'm ready to let these characters go yet! But either way, they're living forever on my bookshelves. I don't know how she does it, but Katie McGarry creates a winner time and time again. Long Way Home is some of her best work to date and I can't wait to see what she comes up with next! Need a fantastically written, swoon worthy, suspense story with themes to make you think? Check out this book and author. You won't be disappointed!
*An ARC was received in exchange for an honest review.
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February 23, 2017 A ebook box set of the Pushing the Limits series is on sale for $0.99 at Amazon and Barnes and Noble. It includes: Pushing the Limits(Noah/Echo), Crossing the Line (Lincoln/Lila novella), Dare You Too (Beth/Ryan), and Crash into You(Isaiah/Rachel). It's a great deal because each ebook is normally like $10. You would get a chance to read Isaiah's story if you haven't already: Here are the links:
https://www.amazon.com/McGarry-Pushin...
http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/katie...
“Isaiah, you may not know it yet and my family may not know it yet,but you’re wanted. You’ve always been wanted. We just didn’t know to want you.” ~Katie Mcgarry
I'm so in love with that quote! It's all Isaiah ever wanted to hear.
Links to chapters 1,2, and 3
Chapter 1:
http://www.inkslingerpr.com/2017/01/1...
Chapter 2:
http://www.yabookscentral.com/blog/sp...
Chapter 3:
http://vilmasbookblog.com/excerpt-lon...
There is a preorder incentive for ordering Long Way Home. If you preorder the book and fill out a form you will receive 3 bonus scenes.
Preorder LONG WAY HOME and receive 3 bonus scenes for FREE!
*Rachel and Isaiah from Crash Into You in the Future
*Find out how Eli and Meg from Nowhere But Here First Met
*Be in Beth's Uncle Scott's Mind from Dare You To
Here is the preorder form link for U.S./Canada:
https://wyng.com/campaign/820152
Here is the preorder form link International buyers:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FA...
Here is a teaser of Isaiah's pre-order bonus scene that Katie posted
Teaser Tuesday: A small tidbit from Isaiah's bonus scene. Available with the preorder of Long Way Home.
Isaiah
The smoke alarm goes off, and I curse under my breath. I turn away from the pancakes cooking on the electric griddle on the island, and my eyes burn from the smoke rising from the beginning grease fire. I snatch the handle of the pan, and another curse word Rachel has begged me not to say in the house falls from my mouth as I burn the hell out of my hand. I drop the pan, grab a towel, and push the same pan full of bacon off the burner. A few slaps of the towel on the stove top and the fire is extinguished.
A squeal from upstairs causes me to lower my head. Rachel is going to kill me.
“Fire!” my five-year-old daughter yells. “We have to run! Stop! Drop! And Roll!”
Getting Ariel to stay still long enough to get her hair brushed on a normal day is like herding stray cats who have rabies. The fire alarm going off is only going to make life for my beautiful wife more complicated.
I head over to the fire alarm, reach up and push the button. The ear-piercing beeping ends and in its place are Ariel’s complaints that having her hair brushed is killing her. No kidding here—she makes moaning noises and declares she’s about to die. The edges of my mouth tilt up as Rachel says, “You’ll live.”
Patient. Rachel is always patient. Not a day goes by I don’t count my blessings that she and Ariel are in my life.
Here is an excerpt that Katie posted for the third Thunder Road book. I'm so beyond excited for it!!!! The excerpt features a beloved character from another series of hers.
******SPOILER*******
I just wrote this for book 3 of the Thunder Road series:
I turn off the ignition and Violet’s opening her door before I have a chance to place my fingers on the handle. The blond checks out Violet’s car like it's royalty.
“Holy crap,” she says. “I’ve never worked on a Chevelle before, but you shouldn’t worry about that. Isaiah has worked on everything. Everything.” She over pronounces.
“But I saw you first and I let him work on the last car, so I get first dips. Don’t let him convince you otherwise. He’ll try to steal this from me. I heard your baby when you pulled in.” She pets the hood of the car like it’s a whining animal in need of medical care “I’m betting spark plugs. Let me guess, the engine sputters while driving? Sometimes stops working or just won’t catch when you try to start it?”
Jesus, the girls’ a walking car encyclopedia. Violet and I share a look and she raises her eyebrows with a faint smile. Yeah, she doesn’t know what to think either.
“Yes,” Violet answers. “To all that. This is my car.”
I catch the way Violet’s voice cracked on my, but proud she’s accepting that her father would have wanted her to feel like his car is now hers.
The blond extends her hand to Violet. “I’m Rachel and you are?”
Guess who is entering the scene next? I'm happy dancing!
Make sure you pre-order the second book of the Thunder Road series, Walk the Edge. It will be released on March 29, 2016!
I loved Rachel and Isaiah so much so I was beyond excited to read this excerpt. Rachel is so adorable. I just love Rachel/Isaiah together. I figured that Isaiah would make an appearance in Chevy's story. I'm happy to see that Rachel will make an appearance too (hopefully several appearances). That scene was so cute!!!
I wasn't a big fan of Violet so I was kind of hoping that Chevy would get a story with someone else but it seems like he might get a story with Violet. I guess we will have to wait and see. I'm so excited about the crossover. I have been wanting Isaiah to meet his Dad's family since the end of Crash into You. It's going to be harder to wait for the book after I read that scene. So close yet so far away.
https://www.amazon.com/McGarry-Pushin...
http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/katie...
“Isaiah, you may not know it yet and my family may not know it yet,but you’re wanted. You’ve always been wanted. We just didn’t know to want you.” ~Katie Mcgarry
I'm so in love with that quote! It's all Isaiah ever wanted to hear.
Links to chapters 1,2, and 3
Chapter 1:
http://www.inkslingerpr.com/2017/01/1...
Chapter 2:
http://www.yabookscentral.com/blog/sp...
Chapter 3:
http://vilmasbookblog.com/excerpt-lon...
There is a preorder incentive for ordering Long Way Home. If you preorder the book and fill out a form you will receive 3 bonus scenes.
Preorder LONG WAY HOME and receive 3 bonus scenes for FREE!
*Rachel and Isaiah from Crash Into You in the Future
*Find out how Eli and Meg from Nowhere But Here First Met
*Be in Beth's Uncle Scott's Mind from Dare You To
Here is the preorder form link for U.S./Canada:
https://wyng.com/campaign/820152
Here is the preorder form link International buyers:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FA...
Here is a teaser of Isaiah's pre-order bonus scene that Katie posted
Teaser Tuesday: A small tidbit from Isaiah's bonus scene. Available with the preorder of Long Way Home.
Isaiah
The smoke alarm goes off, and I curse under my breath. I turn away from the pancakes cooking on the electric griddle on the island, and my eyes burn from the smoke rising from the beginning grease fire. I snatch the handle of the pan, and another curse word Rachel has begged me not to say in the house falls from my mouth as I burn the hell out of my hand. I drop the pan, grab a towel, and push the same pan full of bacon off the burner. A few slaps of the towel on the stove top and the fire is extinguished.
A squeal from upstairs causes me to lower my head. Rachel is going to kill me.
“Fire!” my five-year-old daughter yells. “We have to run! Stop! Drop! And Roll!”
Getting Ariel to stay still long enough to get her hair brushed on a normal day is like herding stray cats who have rabies. The fire alarm going off is only going to make life for my beautiful wife more complicated.
I head over to the fire alarm, reach up and push the button. The ear-piercing beeping ends and in its place are Ariel’s complaints that having her hair brushed is killing her. No kidding here—she makes moaning noises and declares she’s about to die. The edges of my mouth tilt up as Rachel says, “You’ll live.”
Patient. Rachel is always patient. Not a day goes by I don’t count my blessings that she and Ariel are in my life.
Here is an excerpt that Katie posted for the third Thunder Road book. I'm so beyond excited for it!!!! The excerpt features a beloved character from another series of hers.
******SPOILER*******
I just wrote this for book 3 of the Thunder Road series:
I turn off the ignition and Violet’s opening her door before I have a chance to place my fingers on the handle. The blond checks out Violet’s car like it's royalty.
“Holy crap,” she says. “I’ve never worked on a Chevelle before, but you shouldn’t worry about that. Isaiah has worked on everything. Everything.” She over pronounces.
“But I saw you first and I let him work on the last car, so I get first dips. Don’t let him convince you otherwise. He’ll try to steal this from me. I heard your baby when you pulled in.” She pets the hood of the car like it’s a whining animal in need of medical care “I’m betting spark plugs. Let me guess, the engine sputters while driving? Sometimes stops working or just won’t catch when you try to start it?”
Jesus, the girls’ a walking car encyclopedia. Violet and I share a look and she raises her eyebrows with a faint smile. Yeah, she doesn’t know what to think either.
“Yes,” Violet answers. “To all that. This is my car.”
I catch the way Violet’s voice cracked on my, but proud she’s accepting that her father would have wanted her to feel like his car is now hers.
The blond extends her hand to Violet. “I’m Rachel and you are?”
Guess who is entering the scene next? I'm happy dancing!
Make sure you pre-order the second book of the Thunder Road series, Walk the Edge. It will be released on March 29, 2016!
I loved Rachel and Isaiah so much so I was beyond excited to read this excerpt. Rachel is so adorable. I just love Rachel/Isaiah together. I figured that Isaiah would make an appearance in Chevy's story. I'm happy to see that Rachel will make an appearance too (hopefully several appearances). That scene was so cute!!!
I wasn't a big fan of Violet so I was kind of hoping that Chevy would get a story with someone else but it seems like he might get a story with Violet. I guess we will have to wait and see. I'm so excited about the crossover. I have been wanting Isaiah to meet his Dad's family since the end of Crash into You. It's going to be harder to wait for the book after I read that scene. So close yet so far away.
February 10, 2017
I love this series. I wasn't sure about Chevy and Violet in the previous two books, but getting their stories in this book was great. McGarry has a way of writing characters that makes you fall in love with even the ones you didn't think you'd like.
I also like how this interconnects with her Pushing the Limits series, but not in a big way and not in a small way. It was just right. Hopefully we see a bit more in future books too, but I feel like this one had the right balance of everything. I particularly love how strong Violet is and I connected with her with her specific way of thinking. Can't wait for the next one.
I also like how this interconnects with her Pushing the Limits series, but not in a big way and not in a small way. It was just right. Hopefully we see a bit more in future books too, but I feel like this one had the right balance of everything. I particularly love how strong Violet is and I connected with her with her specific way of thinking. Can't wait for the next one.
May 8, 2017
DNF
Mini review:
I received this digital sampler via Netgalley in exchange for an honest review. This book is not for me. I enjoyed reading about the characters and their interactions. But I was not that big a fan of the motorcycle gang. Yes I knew that would play a role I was just not expecting to dislike it. The author did a good job making it intense and everything. But personally this is not what I want in contemporaries.
Still recommend.
Mini review:
I received this digital sampler via Netgalley in exchange for an honest review. This book is not for me. I enjoyed reading about the characters and their interactions. But I was not that big a fan of the motorcycle gang. Yes I knew that would play a role I was just not expecting to dislike it. The author did a good job making it intense and everything. But personally this is not what I want in contemporaries.
Still recommend.
February 13, 2017
4.75 stars! This one really won me over in the end and the Pushing the Limits tie ins just about killed me. So excited for what's next!!!!!!
March 8, 2017
“Two roads. One path. Can’t take both.”
5 stars!
I am a mad fan of all things Katie McGarry, and I love this series. Set in the world of a legitimate motorcycle club, and telling the stories of the younger generation – those who were born and raised in the club and who are now approaching adulthood. From the first book of the series I fell in love with Chevy and Violet, who grew up together, became best friends, fell in love and then lost it all. I have been so excited to get their story, and this book did not disappoint. It’s a heartfelt second-chance-romance, and a wonderfully written coming of age story. It was everything that I wanted, and I absolutely loved it!
Chevy and Violet have shared a strong connection for as long as they can remember, but that all changed when Violet’s father died and her grief, anger and fear for the safety of her family saw her turning her back on the Reign of Terror MC and the people she had called her friends and family for her entire life. Chevy’s father died before he was even born, but as the Grandson of the Club President, the Terror has been Chevy’s whole life, so when Violet left that life, she also left him behind. He has been without her for over a year, but that doesn’t mean his feelings have changed, and it tears him up to continuously see the girl he has always loved, yet to have the foreign and heartbreaking distance between them.
But one terrifying night is about to change everything, when Chevy and Violet are thrown together in the worst of circumstances – clinging to each other and fighting for their very survival, each of them discovering secrets that will change their lives.
I love the way that Katie McGarry weaves her stories together – giving us two strong characters and showing us their personal journeys, and then weaving those two storylines together into an honest, real, raw and emotional love story, and that’s exactly what she’s given us with Chevy and Violet. The book is written in dual POV, and I could understand where both of them were coming from – Chevy struggling to figure out who he is and what he wants, torn between his love for his girl and his love for his family and terrified to lose either of them. And while I was worried how I would feel about Violet after she had already left Chevy brokenhearted, I could totally see where she was coming from – she wants more from her life than what she sees as possible if she stayed within the MC world, she wants safety and security, and she wants to be more than just an old lady. She wants Chevy, and she’s not afraid to tell him exactly what she wants from him, and I love her strength as she fights for what she needs.
God, I love these two together!!! Violet and Chevy have such a wonderful dynamic, and Chevy absolutely stole my heart! It’s clear that they are both still very much in love with each other, they don’t deny that. And I loved the glances, the touches, the smiles, and the comfort that they got from each other. But there are legitimate reasons why they aren’t together, and I love the maturity that they show in trying to work through all of that.
Their love story is both heartbreaking and beautifully romantic as they fight to find their way back each other. Two best friends who know each other inside and out, whose memories are completely intertwined, and who are made to be together - it’s real and emotional and intense, and I loved every moment of it!
In addition to their relationship dramas, they both have a lot of figuring out to do in their personal lives, and as Chevy looks to the past for answers, Violet is dealing with a new and terrifying threat. It’s intense and exciting, and though it had the potential to becoming annoying, I thought it was handled really well, and it ties in nicely with the other books in the series and the over-arching storyline of the Rein of Terror’s ongoing war with the Riot MC.
I also loved the strong theme of family – both the family that you have and the family that you make, and I loved getting to see more of the private side of the MC members (Eli in particular), as Chevy and Violet figured out their relationships with the people in their lives, and their places in their world, setting their course for their future in the way that they want it to be.
And then there’s the absolutely sensational cameo that will have long-time Katie McGarry fans squeezing with excitement. There’s a wonderful tie in to the Pushing the Limits series that was a fantastic treat, and I can only hope that we get to see more of that storyline in future books.
I loved this book. Once again, McGarry has taken me on a wonderfully intense and emotional ride. I fell in love with Chevy and Violet, and I loved their story. It was beautifully written, absolutely captivating and everything that I was hoping for.
I loved it – 5 stars.
5 stars!
I am a mad fan of all things Katie McGarry, and I love this series. Set in the world of a legitimate motorcycle club, and telling the stories of the younger generation – those who were born and raised in the club and who are now approaching adulthood. From the first book of the series I fell in love with Chevy and Violet, who grew up together, became best friends, fell in love and then lost it all. I have been so excited to get their story, and this book did not disappoint. It’s a heartfelt second-chance-romance, and a wonderfully written coming of age story. It was everything that I wanted, and I absolutely loved it!
Chevy and Violet have shared a strong connection for as long as they can remember, but that all changed when Violet’s father died and her grief, anger and fear for the safety of her family saw her turning her back on the Reign of Terror MC and the people she had called her friends and family for her entire life. Chevy’s father died before he was even born, but as the Grandson of the Club President, the Terror has been Chevy’s whole life, so when Violet left that life, she also left him behind. He has been without her for over a year, but that doesn’t mean his feelings have changed, and it tears him up to continuously see the girl he has always loved, yet to have the foreign and heartbreaking distance between them.
Some people, like me and Violent, aren’t supposed to break up. Some people like me and Violet, don’t know how to be near each other when we do part ways.
But one terrifying night is about to change everything, when Chevy and Violet are thrown together in the worst of circumstances – clinging to each other and fighting for their very survival, each of them discovering secrets that will change their lives.
I love the way that Katie McGarry weaves her stories together – giving us two strong characters and showing us their personal journeys, and then weaving those two storylines together into an honest, real, raw and emotional love story, and that’s exactly what she’s given us with Chevy and Violet. The book is written in dual POV, and I could understand where both of them were coming from – Chevy struggling to figure out who he is and what he wants, torn between his love for his girl and his love for his family and terrified to lose either of them. And while I was worried how I would feel about Violet after she had already left Chevy brokenhearted, I could totally see where she was coming from – she wants more from her life than what she sees as possible if she stayed within the MC world, she wants safety and security, and she wants to be more than just an old lady. She wants Chevy, and she’s not afraid to tell him exactly what she wants from him, and I love her strength as she fights for what she needs.
“I am not your property, I am not a dog … I am your equal, and I deserve the love and respect that comes with that because that’s what a real man does when he loves a woman.”
God, I love these two together!!! Violet and Chevy have such a wonderful dynamic, and Chevy absolutely stole my heart! It’s clear that they are both still very much in love with each other, they don’t deny that. And I loved the glances, the touches, the smiles, and the comfort that they got from each other. But there are legitimate reasons why they aren’t together, and I love the maturity that they show in trying to work through all of that.
“Ignoring our problems won’t make them go away. We’re playing a dangerous game, and I’ll be honest, I don’t know how many more hits I can take.”
“You want me to walk away?”
“No,” she says quietly. “I never wanted you to walk away. I need you, but I don’t know how to be with you. You need me, but you don’t know how to be with me either.”
Their love story is both heartbreaking and beautifully romantic as they fight to find their way back each other. Two best friends who know each other inside and out, whose memories are completely intertwined, and who are made to be together - it’s real and emotional and intense, and I loved every moment of it!
“I love you,” I whisper. “I can’t remember a time when I haven’t loved you.”
In addition to their relationship dramas, they both have a lot of figuring out to do in their personal lives, and as Chevy looks to the past for answers, Violet is dealing with a new and terrifying threat. It’s intense and exciting, and though it had the potential to becoming annoying, I thought it was handled really well, and it ties in nicely with the other books in the series and the over-arching storyline of the Rein of Terror’s ongoing war with the Riot MC.
I also loved the strong theme of family – both the family that you have and the family that you make, and I loved getting to see more of the private side of the MC members (Eli in particular), as Chevy and Violet figured out their relationships with the people in their lives, and their places in their world, setting their course for their future in the way that they want it to be.
“As much as you want to, you can’t take all our pain away. Hurting, it’s a part of life, and if you try to stop any of us from being in pain, that means you’re not allowing us to actually live.”
And then there’s the absolutely sensational cameo that will have long-time Katie McGarry fans squeezing with excitement. There’s a wonderful tie in to the Pushing the Limits series that was a fantastic treat, and I can only hope that we get to see more of that storyline in future books.
I loved this book. Once again, McGarry has taken me on a wonderfully intense and emotional ride. I fell in love with Chevy and Violet, and I loved their story. It was beautifully written, absolutely captivating and everything that I was hoping for.
I loved it – 5 stars.
February 8, 2017
I've really enjoyed this series and Katie McGarry is one of my favorite YA writers. Her books are always gritty and real. This one is no different. Loved it.
May 24, 2018
“Sometimes people choose the harder path just to prove they can do it.”
February 21, 2017
3.5-4 stars
Still not my favorite setting, but Katie McGarry always writes amazing couples and swoony romances. I'm so happy Chevy and Violet not only found their happy ending but worked so well together to get it, despite their falling out in books previous. Things wrap up nicely here, for all the couples, and the preview in the back of the book is not connected to this series. Despite loving the main characters, I will be perfectly content leaving the Terror and their old ladies here. :P
Still not my favorite setting, but Katie McGarry always writes amazing couples and swoony romances. I'm so happy Chevy and Violet not only found their happy ending but worked so well together to get it, despite their falling out in books previous. Things wrap up nicely here, for all the couples, and the preview in the back of the book is not connected to this series. Despite loving the main characters, I will be perfectly content leaving the Terror and their old ladies here. :P
July 4, 2018
" Somos como fuegos artificiales, Violet. Hermosos por separado, pero fenomenales cuando se juntan. "
Long Way Home cierra la trilogia Thunder Road y tiene como protagonistas a Violet y Chevy, personajes secundarios en las novelas anteriores.
Si decidi leer esta tercera parte no fue porque tuviera demasiada curiosidad por saber mas de esta pareja sino debido a la curiosidad que tenia por saber como resolveria la autora las incognitas que dejo en las historias anteriores y aunque extrañe que hubiera mas accion, tengo que reconocer que esta lectura me dejo mas satisfecha de lo que esperaba en un principio.
Pese a lo muchos capitulos que tiene, es una novela que se lee de forma muy agil, ademas la pareja protagonista me sorprendio gratamente, no esperaba demasiado de su historia de amor y lo cierto es que se convirtio en mi favorita de las tres de esta saga, no solo porque me parecio mas verosimil que las anteriores sino tambien debido a el caracter de Chevy y Violet.
Violet es un personaje que no se gano mi simpatia en los libros anteriores y quizas por eso imaginaba que seria de determinada manera, pero realmente no fue como esperaba y lo que es aun mejor, llegue a entender sus decisiones y acciones, tanto en las novelas anteriores como en esta.
Chevy me gusto mucho, ya me agradaba en las lecturas previas y en esta consiguio enamorarme y aunque no siempre estuve de acuerdo con sus decisiones, no pude evitar comprender porque hacia lo que hacia.
Para terminar, Long Way Home es una historia entretenida y ligera, recomendada sobretodo a quien desee leer una novela de moteros que no sea demasiado fuerte o agresiva.
3.75 Estrellas!
March 5, 2017
I have to write this on my phone since my computer isn't working correctly. So, I was a bit hesitant going into this book because I didn't particularly like Violet in the other books. But, we saw a different side of Violet in this book. She was strong, independent, yet also vulnerable. She would do absolutely anything for the people she loves and she did. She risked her life for her loved ones. Chevy seemed to be always torn between what life to choose. Choose life with the Reign of Terror or not? He felt like he was in a tug of war all of his life and afraid of who/what he was going to lose if he chose wrongly. The dynamic between Chevy and Violet was great. These two knew that they should be together even when they were apart. Violet and Chevy find out things about their fathers that they never knew. And Chevy even finds out about a brother he never knew about (cue in Isaiah). This book is about which paths to take. The road more traveled on or the road less traveled on. Violet and Chevy choose their own paths. Please please please Katie McGarry can you write about Pigpen/Ms. Whitlock's and Addison's stories!!! These two stories need to happen!!!!
February 7, 2017
4.5 STARS
As a fan of Katie McGarry, I look forward to each and every new release. And, not that I expected any different, this third and final book in the Thunder Road series did not disappoint.
Chevy and Violet grew up side by side, children of the Reign of Terror motorcycle club. Since the death of her father Violet has distanced herself from the Terror, including Chevy, the boy she has always loved. She considers the Terror’s continued involvement in her life as an unwanted intrusion and all she wants is to go to college and flee the small town and the reach of the Terror. When rival club, the Riot, becomes a threat to Violet, her mother and brother her only concern is keeping them safe. But is she willing to betray those she once considered family to make that happen?
The only life Chevy has ever know is life with the Terror. His mother has tried to counter their influence but Chevy has long straddled the line between her and the club that has always been family. With longtime love Violet cutting him and the Terror from her life, his uncertain future after high school, and the still unanswered questions about the father he never knew, Chevy feels the mounting pressure to choose sides.
Long Way Home started with a bang and kept me thoroughly invested until the very end – filled with tension, drama, romance and a twist I never saw coming. Chevy and Violet both found themselves in such impossible positions – faced with decisions that pitted one loyalty against another. How far would you go to protect someone you love? Would you betray one person if it meant saving another? Themes of what makes a family and what it means to be family were showcased so perfectly, along with loyalty, trust, forgiveness and forging your own path, even when that goes against expectations.
I truly loved Violet and Chevy’s story. Violet is a strong young woman who was never afraid to speak her mind or do what she felt needed to be done. She was devoted to her brother and longed to see him become independent – the same thing she wished for her other, despite their differences. Chevy, like so many of McGarry’s male protagonists, is fiercely loyal and fiercely protective – qualities that never fail to draw me in. As a young man living under the weight of others’ expectations, he has never allowed himself the freedom to decide what he truly wants from his life. The growth in these characters was so well done, so realistic, and made for a richer reading experience.
Fans already familiar with the Thunder Road world will be thrilled to finally see Chevy and Violet’s story told (as well as the appearance of a couple familiar faces from the Pushing the Limits series!). New readers will be instantly hooked and will no doubt be excited to backtrack and read the previous novels. Long Way Home is not to be missed and, while I’m sad to see this series end, I can’t wait to see what McGarry gives us next!
Note: I was provided an advance copy by the publisher in exchange for an honest review. This does not change my opinion of the book or the content of this review.
This review was originally published at GIRL PLUS BOOKS.
As a fan of Katie McGarry, I look forward to each and every new release. And, not that I expected any different, this third and final book in the Thunder Road series did not disappoint.
Chevy and Violet grew up side by side, children of the Reign of Terror motorcycle club. Since the death of her father Violet has distanced herself from the Terror, including Chevy, the boy she has always loved. She considers the Terror’s continued involvement in her life as an unwanted intrusion and all she wants is to go to college and flee the small town and the reach of the Terror. When rival club, the Riot, becomes a threat to Violet, her mother and brother her only concern is keeping them safe. But is she willing to betray those she once considered family to make that happen?
The only life Chevy has ever know is life with the Terror. His mother has tried to counter their influence but Chevy has long straddled the line between her and the club that has always been family. With longtime love Violet cutting him and the Terror from her life, his uncertain future after high school, and the still unanswered questions about the father he never knew, Chevy feels the mounting pressure to choose sides.
Long Way Home started with a bang and kept me thoroughly invested until the very end – filled with tension, drama, romance and a twist I never saw coming. Chevy and Violet both found themselves in such impossible positions – faced with decisions that pitted one loyalty against another. How far would you go to protect someone you love? Would you betray one person if it meant saving another? Themes of what makes a family and what it means to be family were showcased so perfectly, along with loyalty, trust, forgiveness and forging your own path, even when that goes against expectations.
I truly loved Violet and Chevy’s story. Violet is a strong young woman who was never afraid to speak her mind or do what she felt needed to be done. She was devoted to her brother and longed to see him become independent – the same thing she wished for her other, despite their differences. Chevy, like so many of McGarry’s male protagonists, is fiercely loyal and fiercely protective – qualities that never fail to draw me in. As a young man living under the weight of others’ expectations, he has never allowed himself the freedom to decide what he truly wants from his life. The growth in these characters was so well done, so realistic, and made for a richer reading experience.
Fans already familiar with the Thunder Road world will be thrilled to finally see Chevy and Violet’s story told (as well as the appearance of a couple familiar faces from the Pushing the Limits series!). New readers will be instantly hooked and will no doubt be excited to backtrack and read the previous novels. Long Way Home is not to be missed and, while I’m sad to see this series end, I can’t wait to see what McGarry gives us next!
Note: I was provided an advance copy by the publisher in exchange for an honest review. This does not change my opinion of the book or the content of this review.
This review was originally published at GIRL PLUS BOOKS.
January 20, 2017
Long Way Home was another gripping and romantic novel from Katie McGarry. I thought this book was extremely addicting, even though I found it to be overdramatic at times. I was able to easily immerse myself into this world and connect with the characters. I liked how Katie created strong and likeable characters for me to root for in this story. I do wish that the couples from the previous books would have been more prevalent in this book, but I was glad to at least get little mentions of those couples in this book.
Violet was the main female character and I was surprised with how much I ended up liking her. In the previous books, I wasn't the biggest fan of her. Now that I know what was going on in her personal life and what she was thinking, I have gained a lot of respect for her. I discovered that Violet is independent, passionate, and determined. I loved how she wasn't afraid to stand up for herself, especially in front of the typical "alpha" type males in her world. There were times where I felt like she was being overdramatic and she seemed to drag things out, but other than that, I really enjoyed her character. I am glad that I got to know more about Violet and that I understand her more now.
Chevy was the other main character and he was extremely swoon-worthy, just like all of Katie's male characters. Chevy was loyal, respectful, and dedicated. I liked getting to be inside of his head and see him struggle with all of the decisions he was faced with in the book. I felt bad for him and I just wanted to give him a hug throughout this book! It was easy to fall in love with Chevy and root for him to get his happy ending.
The romance in this book was well paced, believable, and full of swoons. I thought Katie did a great job at building an interesting backstory for the romance between Chevy and Violet and building on that. The tug and pull of their relationship was equal parts frustrating and delicious. Chevy and Violet had a lot of issues to work out, and I think Katie handled those issues extremely well. It was easy to see how much they cared for each other and respected each other. There were a few moments where I felt like their romance was a little melodramatic and soap opera-ish, but I enjoyed their romance as a whole.
The plot of this book was interesting and extremely addictive. It was hard for me to put down this book because I was so intrigued to see what was going to be revealed next. There were some shocking events that went down in this book, so I am excited to see how they will possibly effect the characters in the next book!
If you are looking for a YA romance series with action, drama, and motorcycles, then this is the series for you! I know fans of this series will love this book.
4 / 5 Fangs
*This ebook was given to me in exchange for an honest review. *
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Violet was the main female character and I was surprised with how much I ended up liking her. In the previous books, I wasn't the biggest fan of her. Now that I know what was going on in her personal life and what she was thinking, I have gained a lot of respect for her. I discovered that Violet is independent, passionate, and determined. I loved how she wasn't afraid to stand up for herself, especially in front of the typical "alpha" type males in her world. There were times where I felt like she was being overdramatic and she seemed to drag things out, but other than that, I really enjoyed her character. I am glad that I got to know more about Violet and that I understand her more now.
Chevy was the other main character and he was extremely swoon-worthy, just like all of Katie's male characters. Chevy was loyal, respectful, and dedicated. I liked getting to be inside of his head and see him struggle with all of the decisions he was faced with in the book. I felt bad for him and I just wanted to give him a hug throughout this book! It was easy to fall in love with Chevy and root for him to get his happy ending.
The romance in this book was well paced, believable, and full of swoons. I thought Katie did a great job at building an interesting backstory for the romance between Chevy and Violet and building on that. The tug and pull of their relationship was equal parts frustrating and delicious. Chevy and Violet had a lot of issues to work out, and I think Katie handled those issues extremely well. It was easy to see how much they cared for each other and respected each other. There were a few moments where I felt like their romance was a little melodramatic and soap opera-ish, but I enjoyed their romance as a whole.
The plot of this book was interesting and extremely addictive. It was hard for me to put down this book because I was so intrigued to see what was going to be revealed next. There were some shocking events that went down in this book, so I am excited to see how they will possibly effect the characters in the next book!
If you are looking for a YA romance series with action, drama, and motorcycles, then this is the series for you! I know fans of this series will love this book.
4 / 5 Fangs
*This ebook was given to me in exchange for an honest review. *
MrsLeif's Two Fangs About It
February 7, 2017
Honestly, I'm disappointed, and I feel like it's my fault. On one hand, I LOVED Violet and Chevy figuring out their relationship and also who they are as individuals. On the other, I'm super over the motorcycle club saga, which is overly dramatic and not compelling (for me). Plus, as much as I love Katie, I'm just kind of tired of her books. They're starting to seem recycled in character and plot, and literally, multiple phrases and descriptions get reused. If I read "this club is legit" or "Oz, Razor, Chevy and I used to catch firedlies together" one more time, I was going to drop my phone in a pond (You think I'm kidding? Catching fireflies was mentioned at least three times despite having NOTHING to do with the story apart from establishing the history among the group. Except Long Way Home is bok three AND THE HISTORY HAS ALREADY BEEN ESTABLISHED). That was a huge problem I had. Thunder Road is not a companion series. Even though each book focuses on one couple, there is very much an overarching plot that wouldn't make sense if you read them as standalones or out of order. And yet, so much is recapped and repeated in each book, and that's not how series should work.
Pre-review: I've been looking forward to Chevy and Violet's book!
Pre-review: I've been looking forward to Chevy and Violet's book!
February 16, 2017
DNF @ 50%
Ugh. I had such high expectations. Katie McGarry is one of my favourite authors but I just wasn't feeling this. I loved Violet and her kickass girl attitude, not willing to put up with the misogynistic assholes in the book. I liked Chevy too, but his lack of decision was really infuriating. Kid, make a choice, please.
I'll probably write a full review once my mum lets me have my laptop back after watching all the movies I've set up for her.
Ugh. I had such high expectations. Katie McGarry is one of my favourite authors but I just wasn't feeling this. I loved Violet and her kickass girl attitude, not willing to put up with the misogynistic assholes in the book. I liked Chevy too, but his lack of decision was really infuriating. Kid, make a choice, please.
I'll probably write a full review once my mum lets me have my laptop back after watching all the movies I've set up for her.
April 23, 2017
Good news – Just like all of the books in this series (and really, any book Katie writes) this book is golden. Bad news – it is the last in the Thunder Road series. However, it does tie in characters from her previous series which was such an amazing surprise and I love that all of my favourite characters reside in one universe.
Just like the previous two books, it pulled at my heartstrings and drew me in. it tells the story of Chevy and Violet, two members of the Reign of Terror Motorcycle Club who have had a connection their entire lives, but recently, differences of opinion have been pulling them apart despite the fact that they still desperately love each other. I actually love that Chevy and Violet have a past, though. So few books have that, in most they just meet and circumstances in the book cause them to grow close, but these two used to date and had broken up before this book started. And their past plays a crucial role in who they are to each other, and how they sort their problems in this book. Their history makes everything a lot more emotional, but it was simply phenomenal to read.
Each book in this series has had an important theme that the characters all struggle with – Nowhere But Here had honesty, Walk The Edge had trust, and Long Way Home has choice. Chevy and Violet struggle with making choices, who to trust, who to believe… Chevy is torn in two because no matter what he chooses, someone will get hurt. He struggles with this throughout the whole book and it breaks my heart.
Violet stopped trusting the club after her dad dies and she struggles with maintaining her independence in a club full of controlling men who want to protect her no matter what, even if this means locking her inside for the rest of her life. While Chevy struggled in making a choice, Violet didn’t even get a choice. As such a strong-headed girl, she despised this. And I loved how much she stood up for herself. She knew what she wanted and she stood by it, even though it hurt those closest to her when what she wanted clashed with what they wanted. However, in a book where the men want to protect the women and don’t involve them in everything, it’s a really empowering theme for girls to see, and make her a wonderful role models for teens.
I am so sad that this is the last book in this series and I'm going to miss these characters so much. But I know whatever Katie writes next will be just as gripping and awesome, and there’s no doubt in my mind that I'm going to read it and enjoy it so much.
Just like the previous two books, it pulled at my heartstrings and drew me in. it tells the story of Chevy and Violet, two members of the Reign of Terror Motorcycle Club who have had a connection their entire lives, but recently, differences of opinion have been pulling them apart despite the fact that they still desperately love each other. I actually love that Chevy and Violet have a past, though. So few books have that, in most they just meet and circumstances in the book cause them to grow close, but these two used to date and had broken up before this book started. And their past plays a crucial role in who they are to each other, and how they sort their problems in this book. Their history makes everything a lot more emotional, but it was simply phenomenal to read.
Each book in this series has had an important theme that the characters all struggle with – Nowhere But Here had honesty, Walk The Edge had trust, and Long Way Home has choice. Chevy and Violet struggle with making choices, who to trust, who to believe… Chevy is torn in two because no matter what he chooses, someone will get hurt. He struggles with this throughout the whole book and it breaks my heart.
Violet stopped trusting the club after her dad dies and she struggles with maintaining her independence in a club full of controlling men who want to protect her no matter what, even if this means locking her inside for the rest of her life. While Chevy struggled in making a choice, Violet didn’t even get a choice. As such a strong-headed girl, she despised this. And I loved how much she stood up for herself. She knew what she wanted and she stood by it, even though it hurt those closest to her when what she wanted clashed with what they wanted. However, in a book where the men want to protect the women and don’t involve them in everything, it’s a really empowering theme for girls to see, and make her a wonderful role models for teens.
I am so sad that this is the last book in this series and I'm going to miss these characters so much. But I know whatever Katie writes next will be just as gripping and awesome, and there’s no doubt in my mind that I'm going to read it and enjoy it so much.
February 10, 2017
UPDATE FOR THE RELEASE DAY
5 million stars are not enough!
I remember when Nowhere But Here was published, I was so drawn to its beautiful cover and when I finally had the chance to read it, I LOVED it like crazy, and later i read Walk the Edge and I ADORED it even more. Both books were written masterfully, with amazing complicated stories and loveable characters, and the most amazing HEA… In those books I met with Violet and Chevy, I loved Chevy already and I was waiting for his story but I wasn’t sure about Violet, she was a complicated character, she was antagonistic and always causing troubles, and I had the chance to read a digital sample of Long Way Home last month (Read my early review here ) and I still wasn’t sure about her but now I LOVE HER WITH ALL MY HEART!! #VioletisQueen
Remember I was in the verge of dying when I read the sample? Oh. My. God. I can’t even begin to tell you all the emotions I had when I read the entire book. I cried and cried and cried, I yelled, I laughed, I sighed… I fell in love once and again with Chevy and finally understood Violet’s behavior and I totally agree with her. #TeamVioletAlwaysand4ever
Frat raised Violet to be a force of nature. A hurricane that looks beautiful from space, but can be a monster once it hits landfall.
This book… *sigh* this book! My words wouldn’t give justice to the perfection of this book. The story, the rivalry against the motorcycle clubs, the involvement of Violet and Chevy in this war, secrets upon secrets revealed that in the end left everyone happy and standing. I was worried sick for everyone and everything, but in the end everything was resolved and they ended up having what they deserved.
But what I really loved about this book was Violet and Chevy’s relationship. They both needed to be separated to grow stronger, to find themselves and then going back together and be the best other half for each other. I loved reading how respectful was Chevy with Violet, how protective he was from her, but that was one of their problems. But some tough arguments between them made realize Chevy how Violet deserved to be loved and that’s exactly what he did for her.
I also loved the four friends working together and against the bad ones. I wish Katie would write more about them in the future, I totally see them as the new board of the Reign of Terror and Violet as the first woman as official member of the MC, more than just a Terror Gipsie. She is more! She deserves more. *sighs* Like I said: #VioletisQueen #GirlPower
Sometimes the best family is the kind that doesn’t share blood.
I must warn you that despite this series has three books with three different couples, they can’t be read as standalone because the motorcycle club story has continuity and all three stories are connected anyway. So start with from the beginning, okay? Now, go read this series, I’ll assure you will love it as much as I do.
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5+++ Stars
DISCLAIMER: This review is for the digital sample available in Netgalley.
I CAN'T EVEN
Oh. My. God. I don’t know what to do with myself right now! I’ve waited for this book eagerly and I had to jump the opportunity to read the digital sample available in Netgalley, but now I’m not sure it was a good idea. And don’t get me wrong, I’m not saying it because the story wasn’t incredible, because it’s more than perfect—just like the first two books of the series—, or because the writing wasn’t flawless, because it every word written is supremacy, and not even because the characters weren’t exceptional, because they f-ing were, but because the sample ended in a very stressing part of the book and now I have to wait for two long months to know how this story ends.
*sigh*
*cries*
*dies*
The third installment of the Thunder Road Series brings the most scandalous character of the previous books, Violet, and the grandson of the President of the MC The Reign of Terror, Chevy. What I do know about them from the previous books attracted me enough to want this book with all my heart, because I know I’ll love Violet as much as I dislike her in the previous books, I mean, not that I don’t love her already, but what I read so far in this sample gave me a little insight about the reasons of her behavior against the club and especially against Chevy, but there are still things I don’t understand *teary eyes* and of course I’ll love Chevy as much as I loved Oz and Razor from the other two stories, and to be honest, I think I’ll love him even more. Seriously, the flower detail in the bar where his mom works was the best thing ever! *heart eyes*
We were friends, always friends, until one day, we weren’t just friends anymore. We became more until we lost it all.
I can’t wait to have my hands in the whole book: February isn’t close enough.
I suggest you to start the series, from the beginning, because despite this book could be read as standalone, you’ll understand better the background of all the characters, the MC business and their enemies by reading the previous books.
Book 1 Nowhere But Here
Book 2 Walk the Edge
March 6, 2017
Katie McGarry just knows how to write teens without them being whinny or overdramatic. She places them in tough situations were they have to act as adults, and it just floors me how well they react. It might not be a good reaction or an easy path sometimes her characters take the shittiest road possible to get to that end goal, but nonetheless it is the actual fact that these teens made a choice for themselves that I like to focus on. And this book is a perfect example of that.
We have Violet and Chevy, who are at a crossroads in their life. Both for different reasons, and this book is about them making a choice. There's many obstacles in the way that are preventing them from picking the road they want to take. Those obstacles aren't only themselves, but as well as their family, friends, and a certain kidnapping that involved both of them.
For the first half of this book, I felt a bit lost because I was trying to piece the story and see what the overall picture was going to be. I felt that since Violet liked keeping everyone at a distance including the reader it was hard for me to connect with her and see her true intentions. But I also think that the first half of the plot was a bit shaky and that's why I found it hard to connect with the characters. After the first part of the book though, everything seemed to clicked together and I sped through it. I also did not see coming that connection between the Pushing the Limits series and the Thunder Road series. It was a good surprised, and it definitely made me want to revisit those books once again.
If I had to pick favorites, I think that hands down the second book, Walk the Edge is by far my number one and this book alongside the first book, Nowhere But Here are tied for second. But overall, this is such a great series as a whole. I love how Katie McGarry incorporated the motorcycle club element and made it her own, and also mixing in the romance in there was just the cherry on top. It was a perfect blend. I can't wait to see what Katie McGarry will bring us next.
We have Violet and Chevy, who are at a crossroads in their life. Both for different reasons, and this book is about them making a choice. There's many obstacles in the way that are preventing them from picking the road they want to take. Those obstacles aren't only themselves, but as well as their family, friends, and a certain kidnapping that involved both of them.
For the first half of this book, I felt a bit lost because I was trying to piece the story and see what the overall picture was going to be. I felt that since Violet liked keeping everyone at a distance including the reader it was hard for me to connect with her and see her true intentions. But I also think that the first half of the plot was a bit shaky and that's why I found it hard to connect with the characters. After the first part of the book though, everything seemed to clicked together and I sped through it. I also did not see coming that connection between the Pushing the Limits series and the Thunder Road series. It was a good surprised, and it definitely made me want to revisit those books once again.
If I had to pick favorites, I think that hands down the second book, Walk the Edge is by far my number one and this book alongside the first book, Nowhere But Here are tied for second. But overall, this is such a great series as a whole. I love how Katie McGarry incorporated the motorcycle club element and made it her own, and also mixing in the romance in there was just the cherry on top. It was a perfect blend. I can't wait to see what Katie McGarry will bring us next.
June 18, 2017
3 stelle e mezzo, solo per il romance.
Violet e Chevy sono, fino ad ora, una delle migliori coppie dell’intera serie. Come sempre, la McGarry descrive la loro storia in maniera dolce, delicatissima e speciale. I personaggi sono delineati perfettamente. Dovere, dolore, amore, odio, rimpianto si intrecciano. Ho sofferto con entrambi, anche io ho sentito la loro indecisione, il loro bisogno di essere capiti, desiderati, amati.
Ma questa serie resta per me molto inferiore rispetto a Pushing the Limits. Dopo tre volumi ho capito cosa non mi quadra in questa nuova serie.
Per prima cosa la questione Reing of Terror.
La banda di motociclisti che si dovrebbero comportare come una famiglia, protettiva e generosa, non regge.
Si sta parlando di ragazzi e sempre, SEMPRE, i ragazzi sono MOLTO più svegli dell’intera banda (se fossi un componente di qualche banda di centauri mi sentirei presa di mira).
Inoltre, mi dispiace dirlo, ma la McGarry ripropone sempre le solite dinamiche.
La banda rivale si scontra con i nostri eroi, rapimenti, attacchi, pistole puntate… insomma sempre la stessa storia.
Mi aspettavo di più, volevo di più. Essere un Reing of Terror non è facile questo l’ho capito molto bene, perché appena li si nomina si viene rapiti, malmenati, minacciati, ricattati.
Il romance è sempre perfetto ma l’ambientazione è pesante e ridondante, non posso nasconderlo!
Violet e Chevy sono, fino ad ora, una delle migliori coppie dell’intera serie. Come sempre, la McGarry descrive la loro storia in maniera dolce, delicatissima e speciale. I personaggi sono delineati perfettamente. Dovere, dolore, amore, odio, rimpianto si intrecciano. Ho sofferto con entrambi, anche io ho sentito la loro indecisione, il loro bisogno di essere capiti, desiderati, amati.
Ma questa serie resta per me molto inferiore rispetto a Pushing the Limits. Dopo tre volumi ho capito cosa non mi quadra in questa nuova serie.
Per prima cosa la questione Reing of Terror.
La banda di motociclisti che si dovrebbero comportare come una famiglia, protettiva e generosa, non regge.
Si sta parlando di ragazzi e sempre, SEMPRE, i ragazzi sono MOLTO più svegli dell’intera banda (se fossi un componente di qualche banda di centauri mi sentirei presa di mira).
Inoltre, mi dispiace dirlo, ma la McGarry ripropone sempre le solite dinamiche.
La banda rivale si scontra con i nostri eroi, rapimenti, attacchi, pistole puntate… insomma sempre la stessa storia.
Mi aspettavo di più, volevo di più. Essere un Reing of Terror non è facile questo l’ho capito molto bene, perché appena li si nomina si viene rapiti, malmenati, minacciati, ricattati.
Il romance è sempre perfetto ma l’ambientazione è pesante e ridondante, non posso nasconderlo!
February 26, 2017
4.5 stars
After 'Walk the Edge' I wasn't too sure how I was going to feel about another book surrounding the Reign of Terror. But I'm so glad I read the last book in this series. Violet and Chevy's story needed to be told. Not their love story in essence but the story of how they're moving on from the events and focusing on the future, bettering themselves.
Honestly my favourite book of this series.
After 'Walk the Edge' I wasn't too sure how I was going to feel about another book surrounding the Reign of Terror. But I'm so glad I read the last book in this series. Violet and Chevy's story needed to be told. Not their love story in essence but the story of how they're moving on from the events and focusing on the future, bettering themselves.
Honestly my favourite book of this series.
July 18, 2017
"Despite everything, Violet and Chevy have a sweet story."
Read this review in its entirety atFresh Fiction
Read this review in its entirety atFresh Fiction
June 14, 2017
Morivo dalla voglia di leggere questo libro, non vedevo l’ora di conoscere la storia di Chevy e Violet, e la McGarry non mi ha deluso.
Chevy e Violet si conoscono da che hanno memoria, sono cresciuti insieme, sono diventati amici, si sono innamorati e poi hanno perso tutto. Tutto è cambiato con la morte del padre di Violet. Il dolore e la paura per sé e la sua famiglia l’hanno allontanata dal club, e dalle persone che considerava la sua famiglia e suoi amici. Anche Chevy ha perso suo padre, ma come nipote del Presidente del club, il Regno del Terrore ha sempre fatto parte della sua vita. Così, quando Violet ha deciso di allontanarsi, non ha lascia indietro solo il Terrore ma anche Chevy.
È passato quasi un anno da quando Violet ha eretto un muro invalicabile tra loro, questo non vuol dire che i suoi sentimenti per lei siano cambiati.
Questo ultimo capitolo della Thunder Road Series inizia con l’acceleratore premuto, uno sviluppo della storia che non mi ha permesso di staccarmi dalle pagine. A rompere gli equilibri è infatti un evento inaspettato per cui Chevy e Violet si troveranno ad affrontare una bruttissima situazione, potendo contare solo sull’altro per la loro sopravvivenza.
Messi davanti a una scelta impossibile, dovranno prendere delle decisioni che mettono in discussione tutto: l’amicizia, l’amore e lealtà. Scopriranno quanto sono disposti a fare per proteggere chi amano.
In questo libro vengono toccati molti argomenti e svelati segreti nascosti nella memoria del club. Di questa trilogia “Di nuovo con te” è il libro più corale e ci fa capire l’importanza della famiglia, della fiducia e del perdono. Ci accompagna lungo la faticosa strada da seguire per trovare un percorso di vita che ci rappresenti, anche se va contro le aspettative della famiglia.
In questo libro il tema della famiglia è centrale, mi è piaciuto molto come la McGarry lo ha trattato. È stato bello ritrovare Eli e scoprire il suo rapporto con Violet e la sua famiglia. Lui e Violet sono simili, sotto molti aspetti: sono due personaggi fieri, caratterialmente molto forti e determinati, pronti a proteggere chi amano con ogni mezzo e maledettamente testardi. Il loro carattere li porta a scontrarsi duramente, realizzando alcuni tra i dialoghi più intensi di tutta la serie, per fortuna la caparbietà non impedisce loro di comunicare e ritrovarsi.
"Il club richiede fiducia, lealtà e rispetto e io pretendo lo stesso. Lo merito e tu meriti qualcuno che possa essere felice con gli avanzi che le vorrai lasciare, dopo che avrai giurato fedeltà a qualcun altro.”
Violet è una protagonista dal carattere forte, questo l’avevamo già visto nei precedenti libri, quello che mi ha sorpreso è stata la capacità di prenderla subito in simpatia con lei, un fatto decisamente inatteso dato il suo ruolo negli altri libri della serie. La McGarry ci fa entrare nei suoi pensieri, condividiamo le sue paure e tutto a un tratto il suo comportamento diventa comprensibile.
Violet è una protagonista indipendente e determinata. In un mondo fatto dagli uomini, per gli uomini, non ha paura di dire ciò che pensa e lottare per quello in cui crede. Lei non si sente inferiore a nessuno e mette in discussione le regole fondanti del club facendo sentire la sua voce.
In un mondo dove quotidianamente vengono perpetrate violenze sulle donne e veicolato un messaggio sbagliato e aberrante, in cui la violenza è una forma d’amore, ben vengano libri come questi che insegnano alle ragazze a reclamare il loro diritto al rispetto e a un amore sano e condiviso.
“Non sono di tua proprietà, non sono un cane… noi siamo pari, e merito l’amore e il rispetto che ne consegue, perché questo è quello che fa un vero uomo quando ama una donna.”
Abbiamo parlato di Violet, che dire di Chevy? Lui è il bravo ragazzo, quello che si butterebbe nel fuoco per chi ama e vorrebbe rendere tutti felici. Solo, non è possibile. È impossibile non stare male per lui, che si trova diviso a metà tra l’amore per Violet e quello per la famiglia.
“Due strade. Un solo percorso. Non posso prendere entrambi”
A differenza di Violet, Chevy deve ancora trovare la sua strada. Lui deve ancora capire cosa fare una volta conclusa la scuola e il tempo a sua disposizione sta per scadere. Se lui è pieno di dubbi riguardo al suo futuro, non ne ha sui sentimenti: il suo amore per Violet è assoluto, il suo modo di starle vicino e darle tutto quello di cui ha bisogno ti conquista.
“Non posso fermarli dal ferirti, ma posso tenerti al caldo. Lasciamelo fare. Non è molto, ma è tutto quello che ho.”
La storia tra Chevy e Violet è intensa e romantica, parteggi per loro mentre combattono per riuscire a ritrovarsi. Una volta erano amici, ora sono anime gemelle e devono riuscirci.
Mentre Chevy e Violet cercano di trovare una nuova dimensione per la loro storia, questo libro tratta anche di quella delicata fase che è la crescita, di quel momento in cui devi iniziare a prendere decisioni che influenzeranno il tuo futuro. La McGarry, come sempre, cerca di lanciare un messaggio con i suoi personaggi: non importa cosa farai, purché sia quello che vuoi.
Siamo arrivati alla fine di questa recensione, non posso non menzionare quanto ho apprezzato il cross over con l’altra serie dell’autrice, la Pushing the limits. Fa infatti parti della storia anche Isaiah Walker, uno dei miei personaggi preferiti. Se vi chiedete il perché, dovete leggere il libro!
Una piccola nota sul titolo, la scelta del titolo originale era cucita in mille modi a questa storia, la lunga strada verso casa, che si trattasse di Chevy, dell’MC, che fosse il ritrovarsi, era così ricca di significati che è un vero peccato che sia andata persa.
Mi mancheranno le storie dell’MC, mi mancheranno questi ragazzi. Non mi resta che augurarvi buona lettura.
Chevy e Violet si conoscono da che hanno memoria, sono cresciuti insieme, sono diventati amici, si sono innamorati e poi hanno perso tutto. Tutto è cambiato con la morte del padre di Violet. Il dolore e la paura per sé e la sua famiglia l’hanno allontanata dal club, e dalle persone che considerava la sua famiglia e suoi amici. Anche Chevy ha perso suo padre, ma come nipote del Presidente del club, il Regno del Terrore ha sempre fatto parte della sua vita. Così, quando Violet ha deciso di allontanarsi, non ha lascia indietro solo il Terrore ma anche Chevy.
È passato quasi un anno da quando Violet ha eretto un muro invalicabile tra loro, questo non vuol dire che i suoi sentimenti per lei siano cambiati.
Questo ultimo capitolo della Thunder Road Series inizia con l’acceleratore premuto, uno sviluppo della storia che non mi ha permesso di staccarmi dalle pagine. A rompere gli equilibri è infatti un evento inaspettato per cui Chevy e Violet si troveranno ad affrontare una bruttissima situazione, potendo contare solo sull’altro per la loro sopravvivenza.
Messi davanti a una scelta impossibile, dovranno prendere delle decisioni che mettono in discussione tutto: l’amicizia, l’amore e lealtà. Scopriranno quanto sono disposti a fare per proteggere chi amano.
In questo libro vengono toccati molti argomenti e svelati segreti nascosti nella memoria del club. Di questa trilogia “Di nuovo con te” è il libro più corale e ci fa capire l’importanza della famiglia, della fiducia e del perdono. Ci accompagna lungo la faticosa strada da seguire per trovare un percorso di vita che ci rappresenti, anche se va contro le aspettative della famiglia.
In questo libro il tema della famiglia è centrale, mi è piaciuto molto come la McGarry lo ha trattato. È stato bello ritrovare Eli e scoprire il suo rapporto con Violet e la sua famiglia. Lui e Violet sono simili, sotto molti aspetti: sono due personaggi fieri, caratterialmente molto forti e determinati, pronti a proteggere chi amano con ogni mezzo e maledettamente testardi. Il loro carattere li porta a scontrarsi duramente, realizzando alcuni tra i dialoghi più intensi di tutta la serie, per fortuna la caparbietà non impedisce loro di comunicare e ritrovarsi.
"Il club richiede fiducia, lealtà e rispetto e io pretendo lo stesso. Lo merito e tu meriti qualcuno che possa essere felice con gli avanzi che le vorrai lasciare, dopo che avrai giurato fedeltà a qualcun altro.”
Violet è una protagonista dal carattere forte, questo l’avevamo già visto nei precedenti libri, quello che mi ha sorpreso è stata la capacità di prenderla subito in simpatia con lei, un fatto decisamente inatteso dato il suo ruolo negli altri libri della serie. La McGarry ci fa entrare nei suoi pensieri, condividiamo le sue paure e tutto a un tratto il suo comportamento diventa comprensibile.
Violet è una protagonista indipendente e determinata. In un mondo fatto dagli uomini, per gli uomini, non ha paura di dire ciò che pensa e lottare per quello in cui crede. Lei non si sente inferiore a nessuno e mette in discussione le regole fondanti del club facendo sentire la sua voce.
In un mondo dove quotidianamente vengono perpetrate violenze sulle donne e veicolato un messaggio sbagliato e aberrante, in cui la violenza è una forma d’amore, ben vengano libri come questi che insegnano alle ragazze a reclamare il loro diritto al rispetto e a un amore sano e condiviso.
“Non sono di tua proprietà, non sono un cane… noi siamo pari, e merito l’amore e il rispetto che ne consegue, perché questo è quello che fa un vero uomo quando ama una donna.”
Abbiamo parlato di Violet, che dire di Chevy? Lui è il bravo ragazzo, quello che si butterebbe nel fuoco per chi ama e vorrebbe rendere tutti felici. Solo, non è possibile. È impossibile non stare male per lui, che si trova diviso a metà tra l’amore per Violet e quello per la famiglia.
“Due strade. Un solo percorso. Non posso prendere entrambi”
A differenza di Violet, Chevy deve ancora trovare la sua strada. Lui deve ancora capire cosa fare una volta conclusa la scuola e il tempo a sua disposizione sta per scadere. Se lui è pieno di dubbi riguardo al suo futuro, non ne ha sui sentimenti: il suo amore per Violet è assoluto, il suo modo di starle vicino e darle tutto quello di cui ha bisogno ti conquista.
“Non posso fermarli dal ferirti, ma posso tenerti al caldo. Lasciamelo fare. Non è molto, ma è tutto quello che ho.”
La storia tra Chevy e Violet è intensa e romantica, parteggi per loro mentre combattono per riuscire a ritrovarsi. Una volta erano amici, ora sono anime gemelle e devono riuscirci.
Mentre Chevy e Violet cercano di trovare una nuova dimensione per la loro storia, questo libro tratta anche di quella delicata fase che è la crescita, di quel momento in cui devi iniziare a prendere decisioni che influenzeranno il tuo futuro. La McGarry, come sempre, cerca di lanciare un messaggio con i suoi personaggi: non importa cosa farai, purché sia quello che vuoi.
Siamo arrivati alla fine di questa recensione, non posso non menzionare quanto ho apprezzato il cross over con l’altra serie dell’autrice, la Pushing the limits. Fa infatti parti della storia anche Isaiah Walker, uno dei miei personaggi preferiti. Se vi chiedete il perché, dovete leggere il libro!
Una piccola nota sul titolo, la scelta del titolo originale era cucita in mille modi a questa storia, la lunga strada verso casa, che si trattasse di Chevy, dell’MC, che fosse il ritrovarsi, era così ricca di significati che è un vero peccato che sia andata persa.
Mi mancheranno le storie dell’MC, mi mancheranno questi ragazzi. Non mi resta che augurarvi buona lettura.
February 23, 2020
Nowhere But Here was the first of McGarry's books that I read, and it quickly put her writing into my heart, and I just adore her stories. For some reason, I never managed to get around to reading the final Thunder Road book, but for Christmas I got a copy, and was so happy to be finally finishing the story, and finding out what life is like for them all in Snowflake, and to finally see Violet and Chevy's story. After Violet's father was killed while working for the Terror motorcycle gang, Violet has turned away from the MC group, and wants absolutely nothing to do with any of them, and that includes her friends, and ex-boyfriend, Chevy, whose entire life revolves around the club. Well, it would, he's a McKinley after all. Chevy has known that everything in his life would be geared towards joining the MC fully, and he's now questioning it all. When they are both kidnapped by the rival gang, the Riot, and get told things about their father's that make them question everything, they don't know who to trust, except for each other. The more the delve into the two MC groups, the more danger they're in, and will they be able to come out of it all alive?
I think this one might have been my favourite of the two. Because it's a companion series, it's not a direct sequel, but what has happened in the previous books plays a role here, and we learn a lot more about characters who we have come to know and love. We've met Violet and Chevy before, of course, but having their points of views and being in their heads in this book was a way of understand them just that little bit more, to tie together all the questions I might have had, esoterically from the last book. I really, really enjoyed Violet as a character. She was grieving the loss of her father, but also of what her life could've been, as being the daughter of a biker has always been a bit of a stigma, and she's starting to branch out and get away from the 'taint' that comes with the territory. However, she can't avoid them when her mam invites them around always, and all of the Terror want to help support her and her brother, but especially Eli, who thinks of himself as a second father to her. Violet is particularly angry with Eli, blaming him for her dad's death, but they have some moments, especially as the book progressed, where they were coming to terms with their realities, and their character growths were fantastic.
The same goes for Chevy, really, as he grows in the book into his own person, and not who everyone else thinks he should or shouldn't be. Just because he's a McKinley, does that mean he should be in the Terror, or should he look at being something, someone, different? His love for Violet, and for the MC seems contradictory at times, but as he works with Violet to take down the Riot, and protect the Terror, it may be that he's able to love both, and be loved by both. His and Violet's relationship across the whole series was messy, and real, and I adored it in this book. Really, it helped to cement the story, and overall, ties everything together. I'm so happy with how this series ended, and can't wait to read McGarry's latest release!
I think this one might have been my favourite of the two. Because it's a companion series, it's not a direct sequel, but what has happened in the previous books plays a role here, and we learn a lot more about characters who we have come to know and love. We've met Violet and Chevy before, of course, but having their points of views and being in their heads in this book was a way of understand them just that little bit more, to tie together all the questions I might have had, esoterically from the last book. I really, really enjoyed Violet as a character. She was grieving the loss of her father, but also of what her life could've been, as being the daughter of a biker has always been a bit of a stigma, and she's starting to branch out and get away from the 'taint' that comes with the territory. However, she can't avoid them when her mam invites them around always, and all of the Terror want to help support her and her brother, but especially Eli, who thinks of himself as a second father to her. Violet is particularly angry with Eli, blaming him for her dad's death, but they have some moments, especially as the book progressed, where they were coming to terms with their realities, and their character growths were fantastic.
The same goes for Chevy, really, as he grows in the book into his own person, and not who everyone else thinks he should or shouldn't be. Just because he's a McKinley, does that mean he should be in the Terror, or should he look at being something, someone, different? His love for Violet, and for the MC seems contradictory at times, but as he works with Violet to take down the Riot, and protect the Terror, it may be that he's able to love both, and be loved by both. His and Violet's relationship across the whole series was messy, and real, and I adored it in this book. Really, it helped to cement the story, and overall, ties everything together. I'm so happy with how this series ended, and can't wait to read McGarry's latest release!
February 7, 2017
I am huge fan of Katie McGarry and have been eagerly awaiting this third installment of Thunder Road Series. Violet is a scene stealer, and I have admired her feistiness and take charge attitude since first meeting her in Nowhere but Here. Up until now, there has been hints and limited teasing about Violet’s and Chevy’s past relationship. I couldn’t wait to finally have these two front and center for an entire book to see if they could rekindle their connection.
Loving him was easy. It’s life that’s hard.
Violet’s struggle for equality in an often sexist motorcycle club world is a prevalent theme throughout the book. She longs to be heard and accepted by a culture that often ignores its female counterparts. From the beginning, it’s obvious Violet is strong and has no intentions of allowing the men in her life to dictate her decisions. She can be harsh and unfiltered, but I couldn’t adore her more. She is exactly the type of heroine that YA needs to see more of.
“Because the club demands trust, loyalty and respect and I demand the same. I deserve that...”
There are remembered moments, but Violet’s and Chevy’s relationship is focused on present day events. I had mixed feelings about Chevy in the beginning, but having his point of view made me appreciate his struggles. He has so many burdens and responsibilities for a teenager and future member of the club. He and Violet have such an intense connection, and I couldn’t get enough of their banter and chemistry. They are the perfect balance for each another; he is the calm to her storm.
She’s always been the most beautiful creature on the face of the planet, but smiling, Violet is a queen.
I am also a fan of McGarry’s Pushing the Limits and was thrilled to see cameos from that series. Chevy shares an important connection with one, and I loved seeing the crossover of the two series. You certainly don’t have to have read those to enjoy this one, but it made this book even better having the intersection. I cannot wait for the next installment of this series. It has become a YA favorite and I highly recommend Thunder Road Series to an contemporary romance fan.
**Thank you to Harlequin Teen and Inkslinger PR for my advanced copy in exchange for my review.
Loving him was easy. It’s life that’s hard.
Violet’s struggle for equality in an often sexist motorcycle club world is a prevalent theme throughout the book. She longs to be heard and accepted by a culture that often ignores its female counterparts. From the beginning, it’s obvious Violet is strong and has no intentions of allowing the men in her life to dictate her decisions. She can be harsh and unfiltered, but I couldn’t adore her more. She is exactly the type of heroine that YA needs to see more of.
“Because the club demands trust, loyalty and respect and I demand the same. I deserve that...”
There are remembered moments, but Violet’s and Chevy’s relationship is focused on present day events. I had mixed feelings about Chevy in the beginning, but having his point of view made me appreciate his struggles. He has so many burdens and responsibilities for a teenager and future member of the club. He and Violet have such an intense connection, and I couldn’t get enough of their banter and chemistry. They are the perfect balance for each another; he is the calm to her storm.
She’s always been the most beautiful creature on the face of the planet, but smiling, Violet is a queen.
I am also a fan of McGarry’s Pushing the Limits and was thrilled to see cameos from that series. Chevy shares an important connection with one, and I loved seeing the crossover of the two series. You certainly don’t have to have read those to enjoy this one, but it made this book even better having the intersection. I cannot wait for the next installment of this series. It has become a YA favorite and I highly recommend Thunder Road Series to an contemporary romance fan.
**Thank you to Harlequin Teen and Inkslinger PR for my advanced copy in exchange for my review.
April 10, 2018
I was actually dreading reading this book. Why? Violet. I have disliked her since the first book in this series and held no hope for her going into this one. And honestly, my thoughts on her didn't really change.
Long Way Home is the third book in the Thunder Road series. (Not sure, is it the last?) We've met Chevy and Violet in the previous books - childhood friends who grew up in the motorcycle club world and fell in love. Then Violet's dad dies and that's the end of their relationship. Violet shuts everyone out and blames the club for her father's death. Over the first two books, we see Chevy still pinning for her and Violet being, well, a bitch. I'm sorry to all the Violet lovers out there, but her attitude is crap and how she treats people who have been her friends since birth is downright despicable. So needless to say, I was not looking forward to this one.
But...it did surprise me - but that had nothing to do with Violet and everything to do with all of the other characters including her brother.
So I'm pretty sure when Katie McGarry started writing this book she went, 'how the hell am I going to get these two back together. Oh, I know, put them in an over-the-top dangerous scenario so they will have only each other to rely on!' - and that's how we got this book. Chevy and Violet are kidnapped by the rival club, the Riot. Yup, let the drama begin.
In a book heavy with sexism, you can see how McGarry tried to make Violet seem like a strong, independent 'I don't need a man" girl, but it falls really short. Instead, Violet comes across as a child throwing a tantrum because she doesn't get her way. Sweetie, if you want people to listen to you, you also need to listen to them.
One thing that I did really like was the crossover element to one of her other series. That was a nice little surprise and definitely added more to the plot and emotions. Overall, this wasn't my favorite series from McGarry. I had a lot of issues with characters and the over dramatic themes. But parts were enjoyable and I will continue to read books from this author.
Long Way Home is the third book in the Thunder Road series. (Not sure, is it the last?) We've met Chevy and Violet in the previous books - childhood friends who grew up in the motorcycle club world and fell in love. Then Violet's dad dies and that's the end of their relationship. Violet shuts everyone out and blames the club for her father's death. Over the first two books, we see Chevy still pinning for her and Violet being, well, a bitch. I'm sorry to all the Violet lovers out there, but her attitude is crap and how she treats people who have been her friends since birth is downright despicable. So needless to say, I was not looking forward to this one.
But...it did surprise me - but that had nothing to do with Violet and everything to do with all of the other characters including her brother.
So I'm pretty sure when Katie McGarry started writing this book she went, 'how the hell am I going to get these two back together. Oh, I know, put them in an over-the-top dangerous scenario so they will have only each other to rely on!' - and that's how we got this book. Chevy and Violet are kidnapped by the rival club, the Riot. Yup, let the drama begin.
In a book heavy with sexism, you can see how McGarry tried to make Violet seem like a strong, independent 'I don't need a man" girl, but it falls really short. Instead, Violet comes across as a child throwing a tantrum because she doesn't get her way. Sweetie, if you want people to listen to you, you also need to listen to them.
One thing that I did really like was the crossover element to one of her other series. That was a nice little surprise and definitely added more to the plot and emotions. Overall, this wasn't my favorite series from McGarry. I had a lot of issues with characters and the over dramatic themes. But parts were enjoyable and I will continue to read books from this author.
April 18, 2017
Popsugar Reading Challenge 2017: A book that's published in 2017
I feel like crying because of the sheer perfection I just finished reading.
I've been waiting to read this book since I started the Thunder Roads series and it did not disappoint!
Violet and Chevy <3
I absolutely love the way Katie McGarry writes, the way she develops her characters and the way her novels are the perfect mix of romance, action, amazing characters and unique storylines.
I can't believe this was the last book in the series but fingers crossed she gives my girl Addison a book!
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Update: IT'S HERE!!!!!!!!!!!!
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THERE'S A COVER!!!!!!!
IT'S FREAKING GORGEOUS!!!!
WHY DO I HAVE TO WAIT SO LOONG?!
I've been waiting to read this book since I started the Thunder Roads series and it did not disappoint!
Violet and Chevy <3
I absolutely love the way Katie McGarry writes, the way she develops her characters and the way her novels are the perfect mix of romance, action, amazing characters and unique storylines.
I can't believe this was the last book in the series but fingers crossed she gives my girl Addison a book!
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Update: IT'S HERE!!!!!!!!!!!!
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THERE'S A COVER!!!!!!!
IT'S FREAKING GORGEOUS!!!!
WHY DO I HAVE TO WAIT SO LOONG?!
February 4, 2017
Review to come!
March 18, 2017
I wasn't expecting Chevy and Violet to surpass my love for Emily and Oz, but their chemistry was golden. Despite both growing up with the Reign of Terror, they have repelling views on their future and what the club signifies to them. It's the type of sugary romance that's pleasantly nauseating, and that with the combination of motorcycle club rivalries made it completely addicting.
Although her mother has always been a faithful follower to the Reign of Terror, Violet has zero patience for the misogyny within the club. Intimidation does not threaten her, and she's ready to seek vengeance for the suffering the club has caused her family. Of course, nothing is ever black and white within this series, and I can't help but continue to love the protective nature of the club. They're terrifying and overbearing, but their purpose is genuine.
The back-and-forth feud with the opposing motorcycle club, The Riot, was even more glorious than ever, and the Pushing the Limits connections is more than my heart can handle. This was definitely my favourite of the series, and I'm not ready for it to be over. I'd love to see a book four following Addison.
Although her mother has always been a faithful follower to the Reign of Terror, Violet has zero patience for the misogyny within the club. Intimidation does not threaten her, and she's ready to seek vengeance for the suffering the club has caused her family. Of course, nothing is ever black and white within this series, and I can't help but continue to love the protective nature of the club. They're terrifying and overbearing, but their purpose is genuine.
The back-and-forth feud with the opposing motorcycle club, The Riot, was even more glorious than ever, and the Pushing the Limits connections is more than my heart can handle. This was definitely my favourite of the series, and I'm not ready for it to be over. I'd love to see a book four following Addison.
February 7, 2017
This book. Holy crap this book.
I'm the first to admit that I don't always read things in order...and I didn't with this series. I read book 2 first, skipped 1 entirely and then read this book. I don't regret my decision, because the blurb for the first book didn't pull me in, making me want to read it. It was only as I got to know Oz and Emily in the second book, and learned more about their relationship that I NOW want to read their book.
I'll admit, when I realized that this book was about Violet, I wasn't thrilled. I didn't care for her in Walk the Edge. So I was a little disappointed when I realized who she was. But being in her head, and reading her first POV really helped.
There were some great things that happened early on (and by great, I mean things that kick-started the story)...but then toward the middle, things seemed to slow down and stall...leaving me feeling like nothing was happening and my attention started to wander.
But then...this book! Things kicked into high gear, and things started happening and there were twists and turns and I just couldn't put the book down.
This was definitely a great addition to the series. I can't wait to see who the next book is going to be about!
I'm the first to admit that I don't always read things in order...and I didn't with this series. I read book 2 first, skipped 1 entirely and then read this book. I don't regret my decision, because the blurb for the first book didn't pull me in, making me want to read it. It was only as I got to know Oz and Emily in the second book, and learned more about their relationship that I NOW want to read their book.
I'll admit, when I realized that this book was about Violet, I wasn't thrilled. I didn't care for her in Walk the Edge. So I was a little disappointed when I realized who she was. But being in her head, and reading her first POV really helped.
There were some great things that happened early on (and by great, I mean things that kick-started the story)...but then toward the middle, things seemed to slow down and stall...leaving me feeling like nothing was happening and my attention started to wander.
But then...this book! Things kicked into high gear, and things started happening and there were twists and turns and I just couldn't put the book down.
This was definitely a great addition to the series. I can't wait to see who the next book is going to be about!
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