After being thoroughly disappointed with the book It Ends With Us by Colleen Hover, I was still confused by the media's obsession with her. When driving back to school from winter break, I saw her book, Ugly Love, as an available option for me to listen to. I decided to give her another chance to redeem herself, and I am so glad I did.
The story is about a girl, Tate, who just moved in with her brother, Corbin. Their relationship was not the greatest, but she wanted to live her childhood home and begin focusing on her career as a nurse. When she first arrives at her new home, she is greeted by a drunk man passed out in front of her door. Once she calls her brother about the situation, she discovers the man is one of Corbin's best friends, Myles Archer. Tate brings Myles into her apartment and Myles begins crying and calling her Rachel.
As the story progresses Tate and Myles make a connection and Myles is adamant there will be no relationships, he doesn't believe in love. Tate believes she can follow his one rule, but it becomes increasingly hard because of their obvious connection.
The story is told from Tate's perspective, but every other chapter is a flashback to Myles's teenage years. The story of him and Rachel. Some so many twists and turns made for such a great story. I loved watching the relationship between Tate and Myles ebb and flow.
The style of the book allowed me to be constantly entertained by the characters and eager to learn the reason behind Myles's high walls. Once the reason behind Myles's hatred for love is revealed, my heart broke. The twist was given at the perfect time so the readers could enjoy the present plot and want more of the past.
This is probably one of my top ten favorite books I have read, and I am so glad that I gave Hoover another chance. I believe there will be more books from her in the future.
Rating: 4.9/ 5 Stars
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