Never Too Far: A Rosemary Beach Novel (2) (The Rosemary Beach Series) Paperback – March 25, 2014

I HEART RUSH!! and I loved this book! It was just so ADDICTIVE!!! There is something about Abbi Glines' writing that makes me desperately just want more and more and more!!!Its the kind of story you can just inhale in one sitting - a quick, deliciously angsty, drama-filled romance.What made me love it was that I never once, not for one second EVER EVER EVER doubted how right Blaire and Rush were for each other, or how much they loved each other. That was clear and unwavering. That being said, they went through some pretty serious ups and downs, huge insecurities, a lot of mess ups and dysfunctionality along their road to making their relationship work.At times it was a little `much' for me, but I got the same feeling while reading this book that I get when I'm watching a really well-written TV show -- its like, I know that sometimes its just "drama" but I just eat it up!I'm not going to talk about the plot of this one at all. Its a direct continuation of book #1 (which should absolutely be read first) and the story picks up 3 weeks after the cliffhanger ending of the first one. There's a bit of a twist that I suspected from book one that plays out in this book and basically affects the whole general story line. I loved it and loved where it took the characters.The story was told in chapter-by-chapter alternating POVs so we were never left too long without understanding both sides of the story.I seriously seriously seriously love Rush. That guy just makes my heart race. He's hot, swoony, and flawed (not to mention tattooed and pierced). Just... gah! How can you not love him when he says stuff like this:"There is nothing is rather do than be near you... [I'll] take whatever the hell I can get when it comes to you... I will do anything. Anything, Blaire, just to be near you... You need me, I'm there."For the most part I really liked the way he handled things - I mean, sure he kept messing up and I wanted to grab him by the shoulders and shake him a few times but his mistakes were mostly understandable, and let me tell you, that man knew how to grovel. There was just no way you could doubt his intentions. I mean this was all new to him too - the first time he'd actually cared about someone enough to want a relationship... his first time actually falling in love.It totally warmed my heart how he was never willing to just let any of their issues go. He tried to respect her space but at the same time was always pushing to try and work through them. You could just FEEL how much he was desperately head-over-heels in love with Blaire and you just KNEW that he'd do just about anything to protect her."Let me prove it to you. Leaving me doesn't let me prove anything. You have to stay with me, Blaire. You have to give me a chance... Trust me to protect you and put you first."My heart just plain HURT when he messed up, or when unfortunate situations lead to misunderstanding and general angst but at the same time I love the feel that it gave the story - it kept you a little worried and yet totally invested in the character's lives."I love you, Blaire. I love you so damn much it hurts."I felt bad for Blaire because for the most part, I understood her insecurities - about not being a part of his world, being reminded of it every day and being surrounded by reasons why they wouldn't fit together. I liked that she wasn't weak - she simply had trust issues brought on by all the men in her life, in some way or another, betraying her. And given Rush's past and his family connections, it was hard for her to accept that she could actually put stock in his love for her."She'd lost everyone in her life she'd love and trusted. Why would she believe me? The only men in her life had left her. Betrayed her. She expected nothing else... I wasn't letting anyone else hurt her." "I love her. I will stop at nothing to make sure she's safe."There is some serious hotness in this book - much like in the first one. Some of those scenes had me fanning myself! Definitely adult.And, rest easy! There is no cliffhanger at the end of this book!!! *whew* But, that being said, you are left wanting `more'. It leaves off at a happy place, but it was a bit abrupt. I would have definitely loved an epilogue or just a tiny glimpse into their future but I know there are going to be two more books in this series so, despite them not being focused on Blaire and Rush, I have high hopes of seeing more of them in the future and maybe of getting a giant swoony epilogue at the end of the whole seriesI absolutely LOVED this book and I would definitely recommend this series for everyone!

Never Too Far was a great follow up to Fallen Too Far. It was a great story with good closure. That is where my review differs from many, I actually liked the ending. I will always want more of Rush and Blaire, I adore this couple. I didn't see the need for an epilogue, it was a fitting end to the series. It answered enough questions for the reader to be satisfied with the story and allow you to imagine the rest. Well done.That being said, Abbi has indicated that if readers enjoyed the books so much and wanted more she would consider writing another book. It was originally marked as a 2 book series. To that I implore, YES PLEASE!!The story picks up a few weeks where Fallen Too Far left off and from page one, there is a twist to the story that will keep you reading until the end. I will admit, I saw this coming from the first book, or I should say I hoped this was the direction I wanted the story to take. It would be a great way to force Blaire to face Rush because based on how the Fallen Too Far ended, there was few things that would get her to face him again.I love Blaire, she is sweet, strong and smart. She also has so much self doubt it is painful at times. Based on her history, it is understandable, but still hard to read. She is always waiting for the other shoe to drop. Her character is written in a way that you are desperately want a happily ever after for her. The turmoil she has faced, the pain of burying her twin as well as watching her mother die, bury her and sell everything they had together to pay the bills, she deserves to be happy.Rush...oh Rush, he is a very swoon-worthy character. "...And as for making my life difficult, you, Blaire Wynn, make my life complete." (SIGH) Who wouldn't love to hear that?!? Rush tries so hard and does such endearing things when he realizes he has messed up. You want to hug him, then other times you want to hit him. It is clear that relationships are new territory that he is trying so desperately to navigate. I never doubted the love between the two, there is a pull between that is beyond physical attraction, but with all they have come up against the true test is whether love is enough. As for the physical attraction, HOT is the first thing that comes to mind. This book does not disappoint if you are looking for a strong physical relationship that is sometimes raw, breath-taking and explosive. I can't...it is...when he...just WOW. I have no other words.This book also explored the other characters more that I just adore. Bethy, everyone needs a friend like Bethy. Someone who is pulling for you to make the right choices, but fiercely loyal to you when she thinks you have been wronged. Jace is cute and it is great to see he has still stepped up. Grant, adored him from his first scene and cannot wait to hear more about him! Then there is Woods, this is where I was on the fence after book 1. I didn't trust him completely, I felt like there was always an ulterior motive. I wasn't interested in a book about Woods (that Abbi indicated would be coming), but this book changed all of that! I liked getting to know him more and see the sincere side of him.Overall, this book should be on your must read list. If you are debating about starting the series, just stop now, there is no debate, you need to read this. I have read a few of Abbi Gline's books, these are my favorites! You will not be disappointed!

Me gusta mucho el modo en el que escribe la autora y es muy bueno ya que te atrapa en todo momento. EL mejor

The second part to this story was just as riveting as the first. From the first word to the last. The mixed emotions that Rush had to wade through was on going. Blaine finding her place in the world. The narration was awesome too.

'NEVER TOO FAR' is a must read if you have 'FALLEN TOO FAR' with Abbi's first novel...the story line continues and shows how people can come to terms with many things in their lives. Sizzling erotica...First true loves hold no boundaries...Have read both books again and love ABbi's unique writing style. Great insight into the human relationship.Highly recommend!

Das beste Buch, was ich jemals gelesen habe.Die Sexszenen, sooooo gut und die Liebesgeschichte der beiden ist einfach nur zum Träumen. Dieses Buch kann immer wieder lesen und das werde ich auch machen.

I didn't really know what to expect from this book after reading some really mixed reviews. I loved 'Fallen Too Far' and couldn't wait for book two to come out so we could continue with Blaire and Rush's story. I can happily say I really enjoyed reading it! Like a lot of other reviews, I will admit I preferred the first book but no way can I slate 'Never Too Far'!The book drew me in and I finished it within two days. The sex scenes in this book were HOT and I'm almost certain I blushed at parts! I felt the ending was kinda short but that could just be because I didn't want the story to end :) Do we know if there is a third book in this series as the ending was left pretty open? If there isn't a sequel then I'd be satisfied with how it ends as everyone loves a happily ever after!This book is defiantly worth a read, especially if you loved 'Fallen too far' :) I'm now just really hoping there is a book three on it's way. In the meantime, I will just have to occupy myself with the lovely Wood's story....such a hard life :pAfter reading quite a bit of Abbi Glines work, she is easily becoming one of my fav. authors!