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All That We Are #1
All That You Are: a heart-warming and emotional novel (book #1): a heart-warming and emotional novel
Elicia Roper's All That You Are is a mix of Nicholas Sparks and Katherine Center, sprinkling a splash of Rachel Hauck throughout the pages.
Fans of Racheal Lippincott's Five Feet Apart, Nicholas Spark's A Walk To Remember, and Sarah Adams The Cheat Sheet will LOVE All That You Are!
A beautifully written coming-of-age inspirational story with relatable characters, Elicia Roper's All That You Are dares readers to explore the limits of love. When soulmates Athena and Caiden get some startling news that threatens to separate them forever- and turn their lives upside down- they must accept and attempt to cope with the sobering reality that their uncertain future holds. With POC, blended families, true-crime elements, and a beautiful romance that leaves the reader in awe, it's hard not to get attached to this enthralling book that captivates its audience with every twist and turn of the plot.
This young adult novel tells the story of Athena and Caiden. Caiden is strong-willed and selfless, he puts the needs of his family and friends above his own. Athena is a firecracker with a kind-hearted soul. As they go through the journey of life you will see how Athena and Caiden bring comfort to each other, as they learn to cope and mend with the pain of loss and heartbreak.
Would highly recommend All That You Are to any reader looking for a quick, feel-good story to give them hope to take into their own lives.
Emotional + heart-warming Mental Health Rep Guy Falls First She cares for him when he has nightmares Interracial couple Dual POVs Friends to Lovers troupe "It's always been you" No Spice Bestie's Crew Entertaining family dynamics Wholesome relationships Sweet & endearing friendships
Fans of Racheal Lippincott's Five Feet Apart, Nicholas Spark's A Walk To Remember, and Sarah Adams The Cheat Sheet will LOVE All That You Are!
A beautifully written coming-of-age inspirational story with relatable characters, Elicia Roper's All That You Are dares readers to explore the limits of love. When soulmates Athena and Caiden get some startling news that threatens to separate them forever- and turn their lives upside down- they must accept and attempt to cope with the sobering reality that their uncertain future holds. With POC, blended families, true-crime elements, and a beautiful romance that leaves the reader in awe, it's hard not to get attached to this enthralling book that captivates its audience with every twist and turn of the plot.
This young adult novel tells the story of Athena and Caiden. Caiden is strong-willed and selfless, he puts the needs of his family and friends above his own. Athena is a firecracker with a kind-hearted soul. As they go through the journey of life you will see how Athena and Caiden bring comfort to each other, as they learn to cope and mend with the pain of loss and heartbreak.
Would highly recommend All That You Are to any reader looking for a quick, feel-good story to give them hope to take into their own lives.
Emotional + heart-warming Mental Health Rep Guy Falls First She cares for him when he has nightmares Interracial couple Dual POVs Friends to Lovers troupe "It's always been you" No Spice Bestie's Crew Entertaining family dynamics Wholesome relationships Sweet & endearing friendships
246 pages, Paperback
First published September 25, 2021
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Elicia Roper
3 books245 followersElicia Roper is an Amazon bestselling author.
She is a black indie author who lives and writes in Canada. Elicia writes heart-warming and emotional stories. "All That You Are" is her debut novel. Her love for reading and writing started when she was in elementary school. Writing has been therapeutic for Elicia, an outlet for her to finally say the words she could never say out loud. It is Elicia's hope that this book heals you, in the many ways that it has comforted and healed her too.
𝐀𝐮𝐭𝐡𝐨𝐫'𝐬 𝐧𝐨𝐭𝐞: *𝐀𝐥𝐥 𝐓𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐘𝐨𝐮 𝐀𝐫𝐞 𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐛𝐞 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐚𝐬 𝐚 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐥𝐨𝐧𝐞*
𝐈𝐟 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐰𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐲 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐤𝐧𝐨𝐰 𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐀𝐥𝐥 𝐓𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐘𝐨𝐮 𝐀𝐫𝐞 𝐬𝐞𝐪𝐮𝐞𝐥 𝐟𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐰 𝐄𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐚'𝐬 𝐀𝐦𝐚𝐳𝐨𝐧 𝐩𝐚𝐠𝐞:
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She is a black indie author who lives and writes in Canada. Elicia writes heart-warming and emotional stories. "All That You Are" is her debut novel. Her love for reading and writing started when she was in elementary school. Writing has been therapeutic for Elicia, an outlet for her to finally say the words she could never say out loud. It is Elicia's hope that this book heals you, in the many ways that it has comforted and healed her too.
𝐀𝐮𝐭𝐡𝐨𝐫'𝐬 𝐧𝐨𝐭𝐞: *𝐀𝐥𝐥 𝐓𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐘𝐨𝐮 𝐀𝐫𝐞 𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐛𝐞 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐚𝐬 𝐚 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐥𝐨𝐧𝐞*
𝐈𝐟 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐰𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐲 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐤𝐧𝐨𝐰 𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐀𝐥𝐥 𝐓𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐘𝐨𝐮 𝐀𝐫𝐞 𝐬𝐞𝐪𝐮𝐞𝐥 𝐟𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐰 𝐄𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐚'𝐬 𝐀𝐦𝐚𝐳𝐨𝐧 𝐩𝐚𝐠𝐞:
https://www.amazon.com/author/novelsb...
Elicia loves to hear from her readers and can be reached on all these social media accounts.
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December 4, 2021
"This book is dedicated to anyone who has ever felt that they are not good enough. I want you to know that you are enough. A thousand times enough, and you will find someone who will love you; all of you, for all that you are."
1st.... this book dedication alone is beautiful and I find myself reading it over and over. This hits me personally and I love the hope this gives....❤️ You can see how much Violet and Athena love each other like true friends and sisters and that is beautiful to have that kind of friendship. A friend that truly care for u even though u may not like the way they show it all the time lol but you love them for their effort, loyalty, personal interest, and time!
and then you can see the same promise starting to develop with Caiden and Athena!!! Ohhhh lalala!!! Super cute !!
side note.... I'm a big foodie so I really appreciate this Firecracker chicken description and the beautiful sweet dessert!!!!! 😍😁👍🏻
Elicia your doing so well!!! I personally am not a reader, I actually always try to avoid it whenever possible 😳... so the fact that you make me want to continue reading is HUGE!!!! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 Great Work I love it !!! ❤️
This book is gold!!! ❤️🤗
1st.... this book dedication alone is beautiful and I find myself reading it over and over. This hits me personally and I love the hope this gives....❤️ You can see how much Violet and Athena love each other like true friends and sisters and that is beautiful to have that kind of friendship. A friend that truly care for u even though u may not like the way they show it all the time lol but you love them for their effort, loyalty, personal interest, and time!
and then you can see the same promise starting to develop with Caiden and Athena!!! Ohhhh lalala!!! Super cute !!
side note.... I'm a big foodie so I really appreciate this Firecracker chicken description and the beautiful sweet dessert!!!!! 😍😁👍🏻
Elicia your doing so well!!! I personally am not a reader, I actually always try to avoid it whenever possible 😳... so the fact that you make me want to continue reading is HUGE!!!! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 Great Work I love it !!! ❤️
This book is gold!!! ❤️🤗
December 4, 2021
I'm surprisingly impressed it actually sounds like a book!
My favorite character from the book is Sky, she is hilarious.
My favorite scene in the book is in Chapter 20 when Anya comforts Athena.
“Come. Sit.” Anya moves me over to the kitchen table. She scoops out some food for me complaining that I am too skinny and need to eat more.
I’m not really in the mood to eat though.
“I'm not really hungry, I had a big lunch.”
Seeing through my lie, Anya doesn't take no for an answer. “Then force yourself to eat it anyway. For me.”
I obediently oblige, stuffing my face with heaping spoonful's of food. No matter how much I eat, it doesn't manage to fill the hole burrowing inside of me.
Anya hands me a glass of water telling me to slow down or I’ll choke. I gulp down the water, then place it down on the table to take a breather.
Anya cups my face in her hands. “When your heart is aching, a warm cooked meal is the best medicine.”
Unable to meet her eyes, I look down at my hands. “You were always able to do that.” My voice soft, I look up into her warm brown eyes. “To see how I feel without me telling you.”
“I've known you for over 20 years. You have always been so dear to me.” Anya smiles at me. “When we were going through our rough patch you were always here to lend a helping hand. We may not be blood related, but we are family, I’ll always here for you sweetie.”
I hug her, Anya rubs my hair soothingly, like a Mom would. “Oh sweetie, it's going to be okay.” Anya said.
My favorite character from the book is Sky, she is hilarious.
My favorite scene in the book is in Chapter 20 when Anya comforts Athena.
“Come. Sit.” Anya moves me over to the kitchen table. She scoops out some food for me complaining that I am too skinny and need to eat more.
I’m not really in the mood to eat though.
“I'm not really hungry, I had a big lunch.”
Seeing through my lie, Anya doesn't take no for an answer. “Then force yourself to eat it anyway. For me.”
I obediently oblige, stuffing my face with heaping spoonful's of food. No matter how much I eat, it doesn't manage to fill the hole burrowing inside of me.
Anya hands me a glass of water telling me to slow down or I’ll choke. I gulp down the water, then place it down on the table to take a breather.
Anya cups my face in her hands. “When your heart is aching, a warm cooked meal is the best medicine.”
Unable to meet her eyes, I look down at my hands. “You were always able to do that.” My voice soft, I look up into her warm brown eyes. “To see how I feel without me telling you.”
“I've known you for over 20 years. You have always been so dear to me.” Anya smiles at me. “When we were going through our rough patch you were always here to lend a helping hand. We may not be blood related, but we are family, I’ll always here for you sweetie.”
I hug her, Anya rubs my hair soothingly, like a Mom would. “Oh sweetie, it's going to be okay.” Anya said.
December 31, 2021
I really enjoyed reading this book!! I found it to be so interesting !! I also love the way that the author uses descriptive words throughout the book, making the characters feel so real in my mind!!
December 4, 2021
Let me just say … I was absolutely hooked from the first sentence! Your plot development was stellar and the characters were so relatable. Plus your amazing with plot twists … and getting the readers emotions involved!
My favourite scene was the kitchen scene between Athena and Alex.
Where they’re just having real talk between siblings.
Chapter 42, page 167-
I slide open the patio door, leading into the kitchen, where Alex has his hands full of paper plates. “Okay, fine I admit I can be a teensy bit...dramatic...and maybe a bit irrational at times.”
Alex raises an eyebrow, resting the plates on the counter. “Okay fine, most of the time. But that's still no excuse for you to not be honest with me. You should have just told me the truth.”
“You're right.” Alex admits.
“Wait what was that?” I ask in surprise.
“What?”
No way, did I hear him correctly.
Alex just said that I was right.
“Want to say that again just a little bit louder?”
Alex reluctantly, repeats himself. “You were...right.”
“One more time for the camera please.” I whip out my phone to record it.
Alex shakes his head, covering his face so I can’t record him. “No flash photography.”
I laugh at him while trying to move his hands away, he grabs onto my arms stopping me. “So are we cool?”
I laugh, of course we are. “Like the other side of the pillow.”
“Great, because now, would be a great time to mention that I may have broken your charger.”
“My what??” I ask, narrowing my eyes at him.
“Remember what we talked about?” Alex backs away slowly with his hands in front of him. “You promised not to be so overly dramatic.”
“Oh, did we? I don't recall.” I say as I slowly start walking towards him.
Alex laughs, thinking I’m joking.
I’m not.
“You've got 10 seconds.” My tone now serious. “10,9,8…” I count then chase him on 7 seconds.
“You said 10!!!” Alex yells, flying out the patio door, knowing that I won’t chase him in front of an audience.
***
You can really see the strength in their relationship, even though we might grow apart or even though we might lead our own lives, our siblings are always there for us. Theres nothing else like having siblings who have your back.
No matter who else comes into your life, you know you can count on them!
I really love how you bring that out.
My favourite scene was the kitchen scene between Athena and Alex.
Where they’re just having real talk between siblings.
Chapter 42, page 167-
I slide open the patio door, leading into the kitchen, where Alex has his hands full of paper plates. “Okay, fine I admit I can be a teensy bit...dramatic...and maybe a bit irrational at times.”
Alex raises an eyebrow, resting the plates on the counter. “Okay fine, most of the time. But that's still no excuse for you to not be honest with me. You should have just told me the truth.”
“You're right.” Alex admits.
“Wait what was that?” I ask in surprise.
“What?”
No way, did I hear him correctly.
Alex just said that I was right.
“Want to say that again just a little bit louder?”
Alex reluctantly, repeats himself. “You were...right.”
“One more time for the camera please.” I whip out my phone to record it.
Alex shakes his head, covering his face so I can’t record him. “No flash photography.”
I laugh at him while trying to move his hands away, he grabs onto my arms stopping me. “So are we cool?”
I laugh, of course we are. “Like the other side of the pillow.”
“Great, because now, would be a great time to mention that I may have broken your charger.”
“My what??” I ask, narrowing my eyes at him.
“Remember what we talked about?” Alex backs away slowly with his hands in front of him. “You promised not to be so overly dramatic.”
“Oh, did we? I don't recall.” I say as I slowly start walking towards him.
Alex laughs, thinking I’m joking.
I’m not.
“You've got 10 seconds.” My tone now serious. “10,9,8…” I count then chase him on 7 seconds.
“You said 10!!!” Alex yells, flying out the patio door, knowing that I won’t chase him in front of an audience.
***
You can really see the strength in their relationship, even though we might grow apart or even though we might lead our own lives, our siblings are always there for us. Theres nothing else like having siblings who have your back.
No matter who else comes into your life, you know you can count on them!
I really love how you bring that out.
December 4, 2021
A scene that stood out to me is in chapter 35, where it says:
"Yes, he's going to be just fine." Mom says, talking to Collin on the phone. "Of course, it's Alex he's always okay."
Alex murmurs under his breath, turning his head towards us from the hospital bed. "Why does everyone always assume that I'm okay?"
Mom tells Collin she will call him back. "What's wrong Alex? Is it throbbing? I'll go call the doctor to up the meds." Mom scurries off to find Dr.Perrin, leaving me in the room with Alex.
"I'm not okay!" It's as if something inside Alex snaps. "I'm not..." Alex's chin trembles, it looks like he is about to cry.
In my entire life, I have never seen my brother cry."
The reason this scene really resonated with me is because it reminded me of the importance of checking in on our family and friends. Even if they always seem to be okay, and nothing really seems to affect them, we never know how they truly feel unless we take the time to show personal interest, ask, and then really hear them out.
"Yes, he's going to be just fine." Mom says, talking to Collin on the phone. "Of course, it's Alex he's always okay."
Alex murmurs under his breath, turning his head towards us from the hospital bed. "Why does everyone always assume that I'm okay?"
Mom tells Collin she will call him back. "What's wrong Alex? Is it throbbing? I'll go call the doctor to up the meds." Mom scurries off to find Dr.Perrin, leaving me in the room with Alex.
"I'm not okay!" It's as if something inside Alex snaps. "I'm not..." Alex's chin trembles, it looks like he is about to cry.
In my entire life, I have never seen my brother cry."
The reason this scene really resonated with me is because it reminded me of the importance of checking in on our family and friends. Even if they always seem to be okay, and nothing really seems to affect them, we never know how they truly feel unless we take the time to show personal interest, ask, and then really hear them out.
December 4, 2021
Hey girlie!!! You are sooo talented! I just finished reading it, I read it all at once and I felt like I was in wonderland with the group, that's how much detailed and well described every character and their feelings and expressions are 💕 I truly was so into it that I almost burned my cake 😂😂😂
BTW the tullumba and the byrek I used to eat them so often when I was a kid in Albania, I actually miss them!!!
BTW the tullumba and the byrek I used to eat them so often when I was a kid in Albania, I actually miss them!!!
December 4, 2021
First of all the artwork is amazing!
The title of the book drew me in right away, I really love it.
I also really like reading books that tell the story in two different narratives, always a joy to read!
I love the way that you describe the places and scenes making them come alive and feel so real!
The title of the book drew me in right away, I really love it.
I also really like reading books that tell the story in two different narratives, always a joy to read!
I love the way that you describe the places and scenes making them come alive and feel so real!
December 4, 2021
You're certainly on the cusp of a writing stardom! I've really enjoyed it immensely! You should be an author! Keep writing! What a lovely way you have of expressing yourself!!
January 2, 2022
Wow... I literally love Violet‘s personality! She seems so kindhearted and also kinda crazy- just a loveable character! I’m normally more into fantasy because a lot of "regular love storys" have storylines that are pretty much always the same: shy girl falls for the football star of her high school, that never noticed her before...(even though I also see this in a lot of fantasy books) you know what i mean. But caiden looks like someone who is not just a stereotyp. I adore you for also making the guy be interested in the girl from the beginning.
My favourite is the dedication- I don’t know if I have ever read such a beautiful one before! And the cover is also stunning!
My favourite is the dedication- I don’t know if I have ever read such a beautiful one before! And the cover is also stunning!
January 2, 2022
Wow I'm impressed you actually wrote a book!
I could never do that.
I like your book, the characters, and especially the Demolition Room scene caught my attention.
I like the way you describe the scene making it feel so real.
I found your book to be really interesting!
I could never do that.
I like your book, the characters, and especially the Demolition Room scene caught my attention.
I like the way you describe the scene making it feel so real.
I found your book to be really interesting!
January 2, 2022
What a very nice piece of writing. I enjoyed reading it! I loved the message to the readers from the author aswell!
January 2, 2022
I really enjoyed the alternating first person views. It's a refreshing storytelling device!
January 16, 2023
This book is awesome. A great read for teens about mental health. Even though this book does have some sad topics, it was super good. This whole book was like a warm hug. The best part of the book was the imagery, the author, provides food for your imagination to devour and enjoy. The relationship between Caiden & Athena was amazing, they are an amazing match. All of the characters were all so loveable, especially Violet.
January 10, 2022
I love this book so much!! This book encourages mental health awareness and how it is okay to need help. My favorite character was Athena because she was so kind and selfless towards others. She was also super funny and was very stubborn.
January 20, 2022
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January 10, 2022"A beautifully written story with relatable characters, Elicia Roper's All That You Are dares readers to explore the limits of love. When soulmates Athena and Caiden get some startling news that threatens to separate them forever- and turn their lives upside down- they must accept and attempt to cope with the sobering reality that their uncertain future holds.
With POC's, blended families, true crime elements and a beautiful romance that leaves the reader in awe, it's hard not to get attached to this enthralling book that captivates it's audience with every twist and turn of the plot.
Would highly recommend to any reader looking for a quick, feel-good story to give them hope to take into their own lives."
January 4, 2022
This book was awesome. It was heartwarming and really made me feel good. It showed that emotions are okay and sometimes you need other people to help deal with life’s tragedies. It was an amazing reading and I didn’t expect to love it as much as I did.
January 5, 2022
I read the preview and I loved it! The author used amazing descriptive language which really helps to visualise the characters and their personalities, I would highly recommend to any book lovers.
May 31, 2023
All That You Are was such a beautiful and inspiring heartfelt story. I absolutely loved both Athena & Caiden as they were very raw & relatable main characters.
Athena, the FMC, was such a strong & empowering lead. We get to witness the struggles she’s gone through mentally after having her father leave at such a young age. Her struggles with self doubt in wondering if she was enough and her journey to forgiveness was wonderfully and beautifully written.
Caiden, the MMC, was also beautifully written. Not only do we witness the struggles he’s gone through after losing his father, but he had to learn to forgive for himself as well. All while going through an illness of his own.
The sibling & friendship dynamic in this book was also amazing, although it was a little hard to keep track of who was who at first and The relevance of a character, which is why I gave the book 4 stars.
Can we also just talk about how beautiful the dedication was to this book “To Anyone who has ever felt that they are not good enough. I want you to know that you are enough. A thousand times enough, and you will find someone who will love you, all of you, for all that you are.” Beautiful *chefs kiss* thank you Elicia Roper for that heartfelt dedication
Athena, the FMC, was such a strong & empowering lead. We get to witness the struggles she’s gone through mentally after having her father leave at such a young age. Her struggles with self doubt in wondering if she was enough and her journey to forgiveness was wonderfully and beautifully written.
Caiden, the MMC, was also beautifully written. Not only do we witness the struggles he’s gone through after losing his father, but he had to learn to forgive for himself as well. All while going through an illness of his own.
The sibling & friendship dynamic in this book was also amazing, although it was a little hard to keep track of who was who at first and The relevance of a character, which is why I gave the book 4 stars.
Can we also just talk about how beautiful the dedication was to this book “To Anyone who has ever felt that they are not good enough. I want you to know that you are enough. A thousand times enough, and you will find someone who will love you, all of you, for all that you are.” Beautiful *chefs kiss* thank you Elicia Roper for that heartfelt dedication
January 12, 2022
This story follows the two main characters Caiden and Athena and their love story. We all LOVE a love story! It takes us on their journey to finding love and dealing with grief. I only had the opportunity to read the first chapter (due to the craziness of life haha) but I have to say that I REALLY liked it! I thought that it was a great start to the book and it really caught my attention! I love a good romance story. I usually don't like rating books but this one was so EASY because I would rate this book 4 STARS ! The reason being that it was already such a good start to the book that I know for sure it'll be a GOOD story! I'm DEFINETLEY going to read the whole book once my life settles down a bit and I have the time to read it.
Read it! Buy It! Get it! Definetley recommend!!
Read it! Buy It! Get it! Definetley recommend!!
January 12, 2022
I read the first chapter and thought it was a wonderful start to the book and overall a really cute story. Athena and Caiden are such relatable characters and you are able to see the journey they go through from their first meeting. I also really love that Elicia's book All That You Are has good mental health representation. Mental health is so important and I'm glad that she highlights that in her book.
March 14, 2022
Things I loved:
- the cover art is absolutely magical. I love the design and colour palette.
- You can tell how passionate the author is. About writing, about her characters and about her story.
- The main characters have a beautiful story. It’s very sweet, very heartbreaking and very real. This story touches on so many hard topics that make you really feel for the characters. There IS a lot going on, so it may be triggering for some.
- The author’s note and dedication are both so beautiful - again, you can feel the author’s passion throughout.
Things I didn’t love:
- there were a lot of characters that weren’t really fully introduced so it became hard to fully grasp who was who besides the main characters.
- Until the reader actually finds out their ages, it kind of feels like reading characters who are in their early teens. It’s a very innocent read (not content wise, just in how the characters interact) - which is beautiful in its own way, it just felt a bit fluffy when you take their ages into consideration.
- My biggest pet peeve in any book is poor editing. The way that the print kind of changed randomly or wasn’t consistent was a little frustrating. (Ex. in the beginning there is a text conversation that starts in a smaller font which made it very obvious is was the characters texting and then randomly during the same conversation, goes to the same size as everything else. There’s another moment where lyrics are being recited and there’s nothing differentiating that so it took me a second to realize what was happening.) But that’s something that is easily fixed - it’s just a matter of getting multiple people to really take a fine toothed comb throughout the book.
- It does jump around a lot, if you’re a speed reader you’re really going to have to pay attention to every single moment so you don’t miss anything.
Overall, I think it’s a good first novel. I think Elicia is going to learn a lot from this first book and go on to write even better stories in the future. I’m excited to watch her grow.
- the cover art is absolutely magical. I love the design and colour palette.
- You can tell how passionate the author is. About writing, about her characters and about her story.
- The main characters have a beautiful story. It’s very sweet, very heartbreaking and very real. This story touches on so many hard topics that make you really feel for the characters. There IS a lot going on, so it may be triggering for some.
- The author’s note and dedication are both so beautiful - again, you can feel the author’s passion throughout.
Things I didn’t love:
- there were a lot of characters that weren’t really fully introduced so it became hard to fully grasp who was who besides the main characters.
- Until the reader actually finds out their ages, it kind of feels like reading characters who are in their early teens. It’s a very innocent read (not content wise, just in how the characters interact) - which is beautiful in its own way, it just felt a bit fluffy when you take their ages into consideration.
- My biggest pet peeve in any book is poor editing. The way that the print kind of changed randomly or wasn’t consistent was a little frustrating. (Ex. in the beginning there is a text conversation that starts in a smaller font which made it very obvious is was the characters texting and then randomly during the same conversation, goes to the same size as everything else. There’s another moment where lyrics are being recited and there’s nothing differentiating that so it took me a second to realize what was happening.) But that’s something that is easily fixed - it’s just a matter of getting multiple people to really take a fine toothed comb throughout the book.
- It does jump around a lot, if you’re a speed reader you’re really going to have to pay attention to every single moment so you don’t miss anything.
Overall, I think it’s a good first novel. I think Elicia is going to learn a lot from this first book and go on to write even better stories in the future. I’m excited to watch her grow.
July 13, 2022
This book has potential. It’s a touching story of emotional recovery and forgiveness.
It follows the story of two families with the two main POVs being Athena & Caiden.
It’s labeled as a YA contemporary romance. I don’t think it’s actually marketed correctly. There isn’t much romance to it as much as dealing with emotional problems and the road to forgiveness. I would have liked a little more romance between the two MC to classify it as romance.
I however applaud the author for bringing awareness to mental health issues. She provides information for people to be able to seek help. Her passion of this subject is strong and that is where the story is strongest.
There were some issues with the book, as to be expected with a new author. The book had editing issues and the book didn’t seem as well rounded and finished as it could be. However I still enjoyed it and recommend it as a good book to read. I look forward to seeing her develop as an author and storyteller.
It follows the story of two families with the two main POVs being Athena & Caiden.
It’s labeled as a YA contemporary romance. I don’t think it’s actually marketed correctly. There isn’t much romance to it as much as dealing with emotional problems and the road to forgiveness. I would have liked a little more romance between the two MC to classify it as romance.
I however applaud the author for bringing awareness to mental health issues. She provides information for people to be able to seek help. Her passion of this subject is strong and that is where the story is strongest.
There were some issues with the book, as to be expected with a new author. The book had editing issues and the book didn’t seem as well rounded and finished as it could be. However I still enjoyed it and recommend it as a good book to read. I look forward to seeing her develop as an author and storyteller.
January 12, 2022
Wow. Just beautiful. I usually take some time on my reading just to process everything, but I just wanted to finish this from the moment I picked it up! I loved all the characters and their dynamics. Brother sister bonds, friend bonds, ALL OF IT is great! It was refreshing to have so much character chemistry while reading. I really enjoyed this read, go Elicia for creating something epic and pleasant. 😊
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January 20, 2024*𝐀𝐮𝐭𝐡𝐨𝐫'𝐬 𝐧𝐨𝐭𝐞: 𝐀𝐥𝐥 𝐓𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐘𝐨𝐮 𝐀𝐫𝐞 𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐛𝐞 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐚𝐬 𝐚 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐥𝐨𝐧𝐞*
𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐩𝐢𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐛𝐞𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐚𝐫𝐞:
𝐅𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐲 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐢𝐧𝐬𝐩𝐢𝐫𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐬 -
Alex: is inspired by my younger brother (or as he likes to say he is my older brother and I am his "little sister") We became really close recently around the time that I started writing All That You Are so he is a huge part of the book. You will see my relationship with him through Athena & Alex's characters. He is the best brother ever! He is the sweetest! He was so fun to write about and he loves that I wrote about him and brags about it to his friends! I really love our relationship :)
Sky: Sky is inspired by my little sister. She is the same one that encouraged me and gave me really good constructive feedback while I was writing All That You Are. If it wasn't for her, I honestly would not have finished it! Even when I was debating publishing it, because putting my work out there (my heart and soul) for people to see and critique terrifies me (it still does even now) she pushed me in the right direction and made me want to publish All That You Are. I am so grateful for her!! She is also pretty snarky and funny as you will see with Sky's character. It was funny how every time I wrote something that Sky said my little sister Alyssa would say: "Hey, that's my line!! There's my line again! Wow, I'm like the second main character."
𝐅𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐢𝐧𝐬𝐩𝐢𝐫𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐬-
Violet: is inspired by my best friend of 7 years. She is my ride-or-die. My favorite person in the whole world! There is a quote from the book that is a direct quote from something she told me years ago, that I memorized and hold so very close to my heart. When I am feeling down I recite it out loud and it brings me so much comfort. "Can I tell you what I think?” She nods. “You have a strong sense of loyalty to your friends and family and that’s why you’re very hurt when you’re let down. You give out love and rightfully expect back the same love in return. But that’s not because you are sensitive, it’s because you have a big heart so when you love someone, you give them all of you and it hurts if they don’t do the same.” My best friend has always been there for me through the thick and thin and I am so grateful to have found a gem like her. So happy to have her in my life!
Isabella: Isabella is inspired by the sweetest 11-year-old little girl you will ever meet. What an honor it is to be called her best friend. She gave me a gift with this note inside and it brought me to tears! I included this note as Isabella's gift to Athena: "Dear Athena, you have been the best friend. No one ever treated me this way like how you treat me and don't care about my age. People other than you care about my age, if they see I am younger they won’t include me. But you included me in everything, so I want to give you a token of
my appreciation.” - From Isabella
Excerpt. © All rights reserved.
𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐩𝐢𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐛𝐞𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐚𝐫𝐞:
𝐅𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐲 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐢𝐧𝐬𝐩𝐢𝐫𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐬 -
Alex: is inspired by my younger brother (or as he likes to say he is my older brother and I am his "little sister") We became really close recently around the time that I started writing All That You Are so he is a huge part of the book. You will see my relationship with him through Athena & Alex's characters. He is the best brother ever! He is the sweetest! He was so fun to write about and he loves that I wrote about him and brags about it to his friends! I really love our relationship :)
Sky: Sky is inspired by my little sister. She is the same one that encouraged me and gave me really good constructive feedback while I was writing All That You Are. If it wasn't for her, I honestly would not have finished it! Even when I was debating publishing it, because putting my work out there (my heart and soul) for people to see and critique terrifies me (it still does even now) she pushed me in the right direction and made me want to publish All That You Are. I am so grateful for her!! She is also pretty snarky and funny as you will see with Sky's character. It was funny how every time I wrote something that Sky said my little sister Alyssa would say: "Hey, that's my line!! There's my line again! Wow, I'm like the second main character."
𝐅𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐢𝐧𝐬𝐩𝐢𝐫𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐬-
Violet: is inspired by my best friend of 7 years. She is my ride-or-die. My favorite person in the whole world! There is a quote from the book that is a direct quote from something she told me years ago, that I memorized and hold so very close to my heart. When I am feeling down I recite it out loud and it brings me so much comfort. "Can I tell you what I think?” She nods. “You have a strong sense of loyalty to your friends and family and that’s why you’re very hurt when you’re let down. You give out love and rightfully expect back the same love in return. But that’s not because you are sensitive, it’s because you have a big heart so when you love someone, you give them all of you and it hurts if they don’t do the same.” My best friend has always been there for me through the thick and thin and I am so grateful to have found a gem like her. So happy to have her in my life!
Isabella: Isabella is inspired by the sweetest 11-year-old little girl you will ever meet. What an honor it is to be called her best friend. She gave me a gift with this note inside and it brought me to tears! I included this note as Isabella's gift to Athena: "Dear Athena, you have been the best friend. No one ever treated me this way like how you treat me and don't care about my age. People other than you care about my age, if they see I am younger they won’t include me. But you included me in everything, so I want to give you a token of
my appreciation.” - From Isabella
Excerpt. © All rights reserved.
January 24, 2022
The book is so soft. Simple, yet very fascinating. Lovely. I actually just recently have started reading books again so I did not know what genre I like, but after reading this one I know now what kind I like.
What I really liked about this book is the dedication. That introduction is so good that I can not, not mention it here.
“This book is dedicated to anyone who has ever felt that they are not good enough. I want you to know that you are enough. A thousand times enough, and you will find someone who will love you; all of you, for all that you are.”
This dedication consoles one's heart that has been falling apart especially due to self doubts and low self esteem.
The author has beautifully framed every emotional moment so that we can actually envision the scenes in our mind.
It is so heartwarming.
Everytime I had to put the book down for work, I had the urge to pick it right back up and continue reading.
Another thing that I liked or like, actually loved is the ending. I literally felt relieved with Athena and her Dad's scene. I am so close to my dad too and it was so lovely I was imagining myself in that situation haha! I was so close to have tears at that moment.
I really thank the author for letting me read this book! Please write more and more books! I would like them in another genres also.
What I really liked about this book is the dedication. That introduction is so good that I can not, not mention it here.
“This book is dedicated to anyone who has ever felt that they are not good enough. I want you to know that you are enough. A thousand times enough, and you will find someone who will love you; all of you, for all that you are.”
This dedication consoles one's heart that has been falling apart especially due to self doubts and low self esteem.
The author has beautifully framed every emotional moment so that we can actually envision the scenes in our mind.
It is so heartwarming.
Everytime I had to put the book down for work, I had the urge to pick it right back up and continue reading.
Another thing that I liked or like, actually loved is the ending. I literally felt relieved with Athena and her Dad's scene. I am so close to my dad too and it was so lovely I was imagining myself in that situation haha! I was so close to have tears at that moment.
I really thank the author for letting me read this book! Please write more and more books! I would like them in another genres also.
January 13, 2022
I found your story intriguing and I saw some of the characters come to life – especially Violet! I like that you get glimpses into Athena and Caiden's past!
Also, the karaoke part, I learned about two new songs that I’ve never heard of! I looked them up on YouTube and I kinda like them! As a music lover, I enjoy being introduced to new bands and different styles of music. So thanks for that introduction to BlackPink and Eric Nam!
Also, the karaoke part, I learned about two new songs that I’ve never heard of! I looked them up on YouTube and I kinda like them! As a music lover, I enjoy being introduced to new bands and different styles of music. So thanks for that introduction to BlackPink and Eric Nam!
January 12, 2022
An incredibly cute romance that will give you hope!!
January 12, 2022
What a hidden gem!! All That You Are will take your breath away!!
January 13, 2022
This book is all about forgiving and making yourself happy. Theres romance and trying to make yourself happy!
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