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Still by Kennedy Ryan
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it was amazing
bookshelves: beta-read, love-story, love-this-story, my-top-reads
Read 2 times. Last read August 4, 2017 to August 11, 2017.

STILL is now part of the - 𝗚𝗿𝗶𝗽 𝗧𝗿𝗶𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘆 𝗕𝗼𝘅 𝗦𝗲𝘁
Read all 3 books? There's NEW CONTENT!



My review thoughts for STILL:



I have read many, many romance novels over the years and there are few that take my breath away and my emotions to such an intense level that the story stays with me, the characters become so real that they don’t leave me. STILL is one of those stories. I met Grip and Bristol in FLOW, the prequel, and fell in complete and utter love with them in GRIP. I experienced the issues of race faced by this couple and watched as their love developed into something deep, something immeasurable. I thought their story was complete, thought I knew everything I needed to know, they had their happy-ever-after, but I was so very wrong. Flow was a dusting, Grip delved in, explored the issues of race further and gave us an incredible love story. And then Kennedy Ryan wrote STILL. And, oh my goodness this book. I needed this book, we all needed this book and we didn’t even know it. STILL rummages deep in the foundation of the bond shared between Grip and Bristol. Tests their love, shows us their struggles, their incredible relationship and each and every raw layer that life throws their way. We thought their story was done with GRIP, but seriously it wasn't. STILL is the story we needed about them and didn't even know.



The ethos of the narrative is deeply thought provoking. Ryan once again offers a candid telling treating readers to a story full of heart and the thoughtful exploration of issues that I needed and wanted to know more about, in a sensitive and measured manner. This author showed me perspectives that I had not considered, perspectives that I did not really appreciate until this series and for that I am so very grateful. I think readers will feel the thought provoking quality as Kennedy Ryan is impressively eloquent at expressing all points of view fairly and thoughtfully in a prose that is richly crafted giving this story a canvas littered with beautiful descriptions and imagery that takes this story to a higher level of magnificence demonstrating the talent of this author.



Nothing can prepare readers for the emotional fallout from this story it held my heart in the palm of its pages. I lost count of the number of times various characters and situations deeply touched my heart. Characters who totally enhance the texture of the storytelling creating additional layers and thought, enhancing the rich feel of Grip and Bristol’s world. I thought I knew where Kennedy Ryan would take me, I highly anticipated and looked forward to the exploration of certain themes but I never could have predicted where the author would take me on emotional level with STILL or what exactly would happen to this beloved couple until pivotal moments organically unfolded in the narrative. My heart burst with love and then broke into a million pieces. I sobbed. I was a complete mess. The book hurt so very, very good and had a healing power of the most exquisite nature. I basked in the sheer evocative essence of the storytelling. The narrative and characters sculpted to affect my sensibilities in such a majestic manner. This couple will remain forever in my book heart, their story cemented in my mind. They touched me deeply.

Grip and Bristol are perfection. Their strength and integrity shine through the prose and the growth of their relationship is incredible. I could wax lyrical about them as both individuals and as a couple but my small review will turn into a thesis. The essence of their story is awe-inspiring. Deep. Sexy. Thought provoking. Gut wrenching. A forever-favourite multifaceted contemporary romance that transcends the boundaries of romance stories, goes further than the exploration of important issues. This book is everything. Don’t seek out what STILL is about, don’t worry about the tears people are shedding. This is a story that should be uncovered as the reader turns each page. I basked in the richness of this love story, I relished every second of the emotional ride and hope romance readers everywhere chose to grab this story and immerse themselves in a fictional world full of love, hope and inspiration.



It is essential to read FLOW (the prequel) & GRIP before starting STILL!
#EveryoneShouldMeetGrip!
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Beta copy provided for my honest feedback and review


� STILL graphics created by me with stock photos I purchased from deposit photos �
*Gif belongs to the author*
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Reading Progress

Finished Reading
March 21, 2017 – Shelved
March 21, 2017 – Shelved as: to-read
August 4, 2017 – Started Reading
August 4, 2017 – Shelved as: beta-read
August 4, 2017 – Shelved as: love-story
August 11, 2017 –
100.0%
August 11, 2017 – Finished Reading
May 9, 2020 – Shelved as: love-this-story
May 9, 2020 – Shelved as: my-top-reads

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Malene Gahhhhhhhhhhhhhh. I can't wait


Jx PinkLady Reviews ♡ Malene_D *BadAndDirtyBooks* wrote: "Gahhhhhhhhhhhhhh. I can't wait"

Malene! You're going to love, can't wait for yout thoughts xxxx


Deanna❤Pink Lady❤️ Love reading that you loved it!!! I'm so excited and can't wait to read!! xoxo-


Malene Love these teasers and now that I've finished STILL I get emotional just reading them. STILL was worth the wait. A piece of art


Veronica Bellaorev Books Oh My God I loooove your teasers!!!!


Lee Anne Lane Great teasers!! I wholeheartedly agree. Kennedy Ryan wrote The hell out of Still!!


Myla Yeah! So many feels! Amazing Review Jx!


Melissa Perfection!


Sher❤ The Fabulous BookLover Fantastic review hun! This book!❤️❤️


Heather❀Kiss The Pages❀ Great review! Can't wait to read this!


message 12: by Liz (new) - rated it 5 stars

Liz STUNNING review, J ❤❤❤❤


Cassandra Caress I just love your reviews so much and this ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ And I love the graphics for it! #GripstolForever #STILLSquad


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NinaReader Fantastic review!


Angie McGuire Awesome review!!! ❤️❤️❤️


Deanna❤Pink Lady❤️ Your review is PERFECT!!! xoxoxo


Malene Impeccable and fucking beautiful review ❤️


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CC Excellent review, Jx!! So glad you loved it!! xo


TeriLyn Love your amazing review, Jx!


Natalie  ~ The Biblioholic Stunning review, hon! xo


Berry ♡ Nice GREAT REVIEW! Favorite 💜


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