4.05/5
Author: Kerry Lonsdale
Publication Date: Aug 1, 2016
Formats: PDF,Paperback,Kindle,Audible Audiobook,Audio CD
Rating: 4.05/5 out of 109254
Publisher: Lake Union Publishing
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An Amazon Charts and Wall Street Journal
bestseller.
A luminous debut with unexpected twists,
Everything We Keep explores the devastation of loss, the euphoria
of finding love again, and the pulse-racing repercussions of
discovering the truth about the ones we hold dear and the lengths they
will go to protect us.
Sous chef Aimee Tierney has the perfect
recipe for the perfect life: marry her childhood sweetheart, raise a
family, and buy out her parents’ restaurant. But when her fiancé, James
Donato, vanishes in a boating accident, her well-baked future is swept
out to sea. Instead of walking down the aisle on their wedding day,
Aimee is at James’s funeral—a funeral that leaves her more unsettled
than at peace.
As Aimee struggles to reconstruct her life, she
delves deeper into James’s disappearance. What she uncovers is an ocean
of secrets that make her question everything about the life they built
together. And just below the surface is a truth that may set Aimee
free…or shatter her forever.
Jun 27, 2017
What was that?!Jun 28, 2016
My thoughts and feelings were a constant ebb and flow. One minute I was enjoying the story and the next I couldn’t stop rolling my eyes. I'll admit there were some great moments mixed in, things that made me swoon, but they were overshadowed by the things that felt too convenient. Too contrived. Too unnatural.Sep 22, 2016
While I didn't love this book, I do have to say that it had an original storyline and kept my interest. There were some highly predictable elements, but many things that also surprised me. The what didn't surprise me as much as the why did, if that makes any sense.Jun 03, 2016
I’m absolutely floored that this was a debut novel. Kerry Lonsdale writes with the confidence and precision of a seasoned author, and its quite clear I’m not the only one who thinks so. After numerous glowing reviews prepublication, in addition to publishing 2 more books in the upcoming year, I think it’s safe to say that Kerry is here to stay. I can state without a second thought that I’ll be chasing down anything she publishes in the future and will not be able to get my hands on her work fast I’m absolutely floored that this was a debut novel. Kerry Lonsdale writes with the confidence and precision of a seasoned author, and its quite clear I’m not the only one who thinks so. After numerous glowing reviews prepublication, in addition to publishing 2 more books in the upcoming year, I think it’s safe to say that Kerry is here to stay. I can state without a second thought that I’ll be chasing down anything she publishes in the future and will not be able to get my hands on her work fast enough. Just for the record, I didn’t include this one in the genre of “Women’s Fictionâ€; although I think it fits nicely in that category, I fear it would scare off a number of guys who would enjoy this one as well.Jul 27, 2016
Every now and then, a book comes along where I start gleefully anticipating my Goodreads review.Sep 13, 2016
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Preposterous. Absolutely preposterous. While I rate books on goodreads, this is the first time I have felt compelled to actually write a review and it is because this book is just so darn awful. The storyline is absurd, the characters are extremely one dimensional, the plot is contrived and the writing is so poor. A fellow reviewer commented that the writing seemed to be that of an 8th grader - I think she was being generous there! I grimaced my way through the book. I can't even recommend it as Preposterous. Absolutely preposterous. While I rate books on goodreads, this is the first time I have felt compelled to actually write a review and it is because this book is just so darn awful. The storyline is absurd, the characters are extremely one dimensional, the plot is contrived and the writing is so poor. A fellow reviewer commented that the writing seemed to be that of an 8th grader - I think she was being generous there! I grimaced my way through the book. I can't even recommend it as a fast, fun beach read, it is just that bad! ...moreAug 09, 2016
This might be the dumbest book I've ever read but damn it I couldn't put it down.Jul 05, 2016
Upon completing this book, it dawned on me the reason for its tedium and superficiality. It appears that the writer had, in her opinion, devised a very clever way to end a novel, but had no story to complement the ending. Consequently, she needed to create approximately 300 pages preceding her ingenious conclusion (something like a college term paper). The result is a dull, simplistic, empty and clichéd yarn narrated by a very confused, indecisive and foolish character due to the book being Upon completing this book, it dawned on me the reason for its tedium and superficiality. It appears that the writer had, in her opinion, devised a very clever way to end a novel, but had no story to complement the ending. Consequently, she needed to create approximately 300 pages preceding her ingenious conclusion (something like a college term paper). The result is a dull, simplistic, empty and clichéd yarn narrated by a very confused, indecisive and foolish character due to the book being first person. Of course, I could be wrong, but many readers will find it so. Notwithstanding what I have already stated, I have several concerns with this novel.Jul 16, 2016
This book...I'm not sure how to review it. I mean, I didn't exactly hate it, but at the same time I kinda did. I'm not sure that makes any sense, but it's how I feel.Feb 10, 2016
I was fortunate enough to receive an advance copy of EVERYTHING WE KEEP and wow. I inhaled it in two sittings while my life went on hold. It's hard to decide what I enjoyed most: Aimee's journey, the author's style (no words wasted), the suspense elements, the twists (yes, there's more than one), the psychological bent, the romance… It's a thumping good read, a perfect book club pick, and one of those gems people pass around with, "You don't need to know anything about the plot. Just read it and I was fortunate enough to receive an advance copy of EVERYTHING WE KEEP and wow. I inhaled it in two sittings while my life went on hold. It's hard to decide what I enjoyed most: Aimee's journey, the author's style (no words wasted), the suspense elements, the twists (yes, there's more than one), the psychological bent, the romance… It's a thumping good read, a perfect book club pick, and one of those gems people pass around with, "You don't need to know anything about the plot. Just read it and then we'll talk." ...moreJul 02, 2016
This review has been hidden because it contains spoilers. To view it, click here. *spoilers*Jun 10, 2016
In Everything We Keep, Lonsdale’s protagonist, Aimee is forced to attend her fiancé’s funeral on what was supposed to be her wedding day. James died tragically a few weeks before in a boating accident in Mexico. But as Aimee starts to rebuild her life, she can’s shake the feeling that James may not be dead. When some of his paintings mysteriously goes missing, and then appear in a gallery in a beach town in Mexico, she risks everything she’s gained in her new life to find out the truth. Is her In Everything We Keep, Lonsdale’s protagonist, Aimee is forced to attend her fiancé’s funeral on what was supposed to be her wedding day. James died tragically a few weeks before in a boating accident in Mexico. But as Aimee starts to rebuild her life, she can’s shake the feeling that James may not be dead. When some of his paintings mysteriously goes missing, and then appear in a gallery in a beach town in Mexico, she risks everything she’s gained in her new life to find out the truth. Is her first love still alive, or is she simply holding on to the past. A perfect page-turner for summer.! ...moreJul 07, 2016
This book read like a Mary Higgins Clark novel or the written version of a Lifetime movie. Some of the scenes are so cheesy that I found myself rolling my eyes. The so-called talented photographer shoots sunrises and sunsets which sounds a bit cliché. Also, when talking about artist styles the author mentions Monet and Kincaid in the same sentence. I'm pretty sure that's blasphemy. Anyway, despite all of that, I enjoyed this book and was curious to see what would happen next.Jul 16, 2016
This review has been hidden because it contains spoilers. To view it, click here. I'm supposed to believe in this overwhelming love Aimee had for her dead fiancé, but even after hearing he might be alive the day of his funeral, she waits a year to start to investigate? And Ian - a gorgeous, successful photographer - falls instantly in love with Aimee and is willing to put his job on hold to be a barista in her café and is satisfied with being friends for a year?! Ridiculous. On top of that, the writing appears to have been done by a overly dramatic teen with heavy reliance on I'm supposed to believe in this overwhelming love Aimee had for her dead fiancé, but even after hearing he might be alive the day of his funeral, she waits a year to start to investigate? And Ian - a gorgeous, successful photographer - falls instantly in love with Aimee and is willing to put his job on hold to be a barista in her café and is satisfied with being friends for a year?! Ridiculous. On top of that, the writing appears to have been done by a overly dramatic teen with heavy reliance on a thesaurus. By 40% in, Aimee had gasped so often and/or become breathless in one way or another that I began to suspect she had asthma. Usually I finish books in a day or two, but this is so plodding and poorly written, I kept reading other books in between. Over half way done and one week in and I'm going to throw in the towel on this one and declare CNF. ...moreJul 19, 2017
Childhood sweethearts Aimee and James have a perfect plan for their perfect life together.Oct 10, 2016
Oh dear heavens above. This book was not well written AND the plot was totally ridiculous. I gave the author a star for completing her first novel and me a star for completing the danged thing. I'll start with the overwrought writing which stopped me in my tracks. Here are a couple examples: "A gentle breeze scented with wet pine and wood smoke whispered against my flesh, puckering the skin. I fisted my hands. "Cold here."Dec 05, 2015
First off, thanks to Kerry for sending me an early copy of her book!Aug 05, 2016
On our wedding day, my fiancé, James, arrived at the church in a casket.Jun 28, 2017
Wow! The twists and turns in this book had me on the edge of my seat. I couldn't put it down. I was invited to read Everything we Keep via Netgalley. Romance novels are my usual read, but I try to avoid sad stories. I'm so glad I gave this one a chance.Jan 18, 2016
A very special thank you to the author, Lake Union, and NetGalley for an ARC (paperback) in exchange for an honest review. Also my July "Kindle First" Pick (e-book).Jul 04, 2016
This review has been hidden because it contains spoilers. To view it, click here. I really wanted to like this book. Based on the high reviews it got, I built an expectation...sadly, that expectation was not met. If you have ever suffered a terrible loss, the kind of loss that Kerry portrayed (best friends for over or about 20 years, lover, partner, fiance), then, if there is the slightest chance, that the person is alive, you will explore it; no matter how slim, no matter how insane you might look. It took Aimee 19 months to get on a plane and walk to the gallery! I couldn't I really wanted to like this book. Based on the high reviews it got, I built an expectation...sadly, that expectation was not met. If you have ever suffered a terrible loss, the kind of loss that Kerry portrayed (best friends for over or about 20 years, lover, partner, fiance), then, if there is the slightest chance, that the person is alive, you will explore it; no matter how slim, no matter how insane you might look. It took Aimee 19 months to get on a plane and walk to the gallery! I couldn't get over that. Also, I couldn't get over the logic behind Thomas' actions. It just didn't make enough sense. This is your brother that you have a 'good' relationship with. How could he just leave him there and deceive everyone that loved him; including his own mother! And the danger..? The danger was Phil. Not the Mexican cartel. Just an older cousin with evil intentions. That was enough reason to deceive the whole world? And not because James had this big information that could bring Phil down. He just didn't want to mess up the DEA investigation. It just doesn't add up. And Aimee just walked away. Without talking to a doctor. She just took Ian's google research as the gospel truth! How preposterous. How do you walk away from the 'love of your life'? Your best friend? And then James' friends? Nick and Kirsten (also childhood friends). It was almost like they didn't want him to be alive. At some point, I was certain that they were they ones that tried to kill James or had a hand in his disappearance.Oct 05, 2016
This is the story of Aimee who has to attend her fiancé's funeral on the day that should have been her wedding day. Everything We Keep follows Aimee over several years as she tries to get over losing James, tries to get on with her life, but ultimately is unable to do so until she finds out what exactly happened to James when he went on a business trip to Mexico and vanished.Oct 04, 2018
Everything We KeepJul 24, 2016
The book's synopsis promised an exploration of loss, and I indeed feel devastated for the time I lost. As the book suggests, if after a few chapters you're not feeling it, don't be afraid to let go.Take your time and choose the perfect book.
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