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Healing Together: The Resilience Series
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Expected 20 Jan 26How can a single night haunt you for the rest of your life?
Cole
I came here to escape, to lose the last remnants of myself. I had no idea that running from my ghosts would turn into a sprint toward my future. A future I simply can’t allow myself to hope for.
Helping her fix up her run-down cabins and keeping her safe from an invisible threat has opened the door to so much more than I was prepared for. But Charlie deserves the world, and my shriveled up excuse of a heart is all that’s left of me.
The thing is, I’m beginning to think she might just be the only one to bring it back to life.
Charlie
I bought this place to escape, to reinvent myself and start over somewhere new. Too bad it’s falling apart at the seams. That is, until a sexy, albeit grumpy, FBI agent lands on my doorstep complaining about his lodgings.
His selfless offer to help me whip this resort into shape is a lifeline I can’t afford to drop. But spending so much time together and getting to know the man inside the broken shell, has me wishing he’d never leave.
When the waking nightmare I left behind comes back to haunt me, it’s time to make a choice. Fight and take back control of our lives, so that we may both heal. Or let the monsters of our past consume us.
This is book one in a trilogy of interconnected standalones and is intended for mature audiences.
Please check the author's website at www.nomijavery.com for a full list of content warnings.
Cole
I came here to escape, to lose the last remnants of myself. I had no idea that running from my ghosts would turn into a sprint toward my future. A future I simply can’t allow myself to hope for.
Helping her fix up her run-down cabins and keeping her safe from an invisible threat has opened the door to so much more than I was prepared for. But Charlie deserves the world, and my shriveled up excuse of a heart is all that’s left of me.
The thing is, I’m beginning to think she might just be the only one to bring it back to life.
Charlie
I bought this place to escape, to reinvent myself and start over somewhere new. Too bad it’s falling apart at the seams. That is, until a sexy, albeit grumpy, FBI agent lands on my doorstep complaining about his lodgings.
His selfless offer to help me whip this resort into shape is a lifeline I can’t afford to drop. But spending so much time together and getting to know the man inside the broken shell, has me wishing he’d never leave.
When the waking nightmare I left behind comes back to haunt me, it’s time to make a choice. Fight and take back control of our lives, so that we may both heal. Or let the monsters of our past consume us.
This is book one in a trilogy of interconnected standalones and is intended for mature audiences.
Please check the author's website at www.nomijavery.com for a full list of content warnings.
365 pages, Kindle Edition
Expected publication January 20, 2026
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About the author
Nomi J. Avery
3 books27 followersNomi J. Avery is a German author living in rural Ontario. A passionate long-time romance reader, she’s dreamed of becoming a published author since she was a little girl. A life-long dream that was finally fulfilled with the release of her Despite It All Duet.
When she’s not reading or writing, she enjoys spending time with her family, hiking and exploring the rugged Canadian backcountry, and sampling delicious foods. She has a weakness for tortured heroes, morally gray men, and mute MMCs.
If you asked her what her idea of a perfect day is, her answer would be to curl up in bed with a good book, a family-sized tray of sushi, and a chilled glass of Pinot Grigio.
When she’s not reading or writing, she enjoys spending time with her family, hiking and exploring the rugged Canadian backcountry, and sampling delicious foods. She has a weakness for tortured heroes, morally gray men, and mute MMCs.
If you asked her what her idea of a perfect day is, her answer would be to curl up in bed with a good book, a family-sized tray of sushi, and a chilled glass of Pinot Grigio.
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3,5 star
Thanks to Naughty Nook PR for providing the eARC. This is my honest opinion.
When Healing Happens Together
‘Healing Together’ feels like a quiet hand resting on your shoulder. It is a story about connection, vulnerability, and the courage it takes to heal alongside someone else. Nomi Avery tells this story with gentleness, allowing emotions to unfold slowly and naturally.
The heart of this book lies in its emotional layers. Feelings are given space to exist without being rushed, and the focus on shared healing and human connection creates a warm, comforting atmosphere. There is a softness to the storytelling that makes it easy to sink into the emotions and reflect on personal experiences along the way.
That same calmness, however, is also where the story occasionally loses momentum. The pace is very slow, and at times the narrative feels more like a collection of emotional moments than a story driven by plot. A stronger focus on the plot could have added more direction and depth. Some of the side characters remain in the background, leaving the sense that there was more to discover about them than the story ultimately shows.
Despite these points, ‘Healing Together’ remains a tender and sincere read. It is a book for moments when speed and twists are not the priority, but feeling, reflection, and quiet emotional resonance. With more narrative focus, this story could have reached even deeper, yet it still leaves a gentle impression that lingers after the final page.
FBI Agent MMC | Feisty FMC | Insta Attraction | Forced Proximity | Grumpy x Grumpy | Touch Her and Die | Love After Loss | Mutual Healing | Romantic Suspense
Thanks to Naughty Nook PR for providing the eARC. This is my honest opinion.
When Healing Happens Together
‘Healing Together’ feels like a quiet hand resting on your shoulder. It is a story about connection, vulnerability, and the courage it takes to heal alongside someone else. Nomi Avery tells this story with gentleness, allowing emotions to unfold slowly and naturally.
The heart of this book lies in its emotional layers. Feelings are given space to exist without being rushed, and the focus on shared healing and human connection creates a warm, comforting atmosphere. There is a softness to the storytelling that makes it easy to sink into the emotions and reflect on personal experiences along the way.
That same calmness, however, is also where the story occasionally loses momentum. The pace is very slow, and at times the narrative feels more like a collection of emotional moments than a story driven by plot. A stronger focus on the plot could have added more direction and depth. Some of the side characters remain in the background, leaving the sense that there was more to discover about them than the story ultimately shows.
Despite these points, ‘Healing Together’ remains a tender and sincere read. It is a book for moments when speed and twists are not the priority, but feeling, reflection, and quiet emotional resonance. With more narrative focus, this story could have reached even deeper, yet it still leaves a gentle impression that lingers after the final page.
FBI Agent MMC | Feisty FMC | Insta Attraction | Forced Proximity | Grumpy x Grumpy | Touch Her and Die | Love After Loss | Mutual Healing | Romantic Suspense
January 8, 2026
Let’s see : Morally Grey, Strangers to lovers ,Forced Proximity ,Grumpy vs Grumpy , Sassy vs Sarcastic , Suspense
FBI AND MC , plus some steamy scenes… I’ll always sign up for this.
I can’t even tell you how much I like this book, now there are some spots that seem to drag a little for me, but it also had all of the details I needed to really be hooked.
It ends with my dear frenemy -cliffy, but I cannot wait to dive into book 2. I need to know the stuff and things!
One of my favourite things is how this author’s website literally list in detail the tropes and the triggers for each of their books. I love it. That’s a great way to ensure the mental health of your readers and keep them coming back!
FBI AND MC , plus some steamy scenes… I’ll always sign up for this.
I can’t even tell you how much I like this book, now there are some spots that seem to drag a little for me, but it also had all of the details I needed to really be hooked.
It ends with my dear frenemy -cliffy, but I cannot wait to dive into book 2. I need to know the stuff and things!
One of my favourite things is how this author’s website literally list in detail the tropes and the triggers for each of their books. I love it. That’s a great way to ensure the mental health of your readers and keep them coming back!
Review of advance copy received from Author
Thank you for the opportunity to read an ARC of this book.
I loved Nomi J. Avery's books since I fell into the rabbit hole that was her duet, and I thought to myself that I would never not read anything she wrote.
From the very first chapter, I was hooked. Cole’s dry sense of humour immediately won me over. Huge props to the author’s writing style; that sharp, understated humour is exactly my thing.
I found myself deeply intrigued by the mystery surrounding Charlie. As the layers slowly peeled back, the emotional weight of the story really began to settle in, and I cannot stop reading!
Cole’s descriptions of depression hit hard, raw, honest, and uncomfortably relatable at times. It genuinely felt like a punch to the chest.
Cole’s backstory and the guilt he carries were heartbreaking. Watching him wrestle with it brought tears to my eyes. And Charlie… my heart. The things she went through and came out as fierce as she is. Gosh! I love them. Some moments were genuinely difficult to read, in the best, most impactful way.
I already know I love romantic suspense, but there’s something about the way this author writes it that elevates the genre for me. The tension, the pacing, the emotional stakes. It all works so well together. And The Adonis? I love him and I cannot wait for his book!
Yes, I suspected some plot movements, yet… I was still surprised. That’s how well this story kept me on edge. Also, seriously, read the trigger warnings.
And Spencer… that’s all I’m saying.
My only complaint is that this book is too short. I need book two immediately. This story consumed me, and I am not ready to let these characters go.
I loved Nomi J. Avery's books since I fell into the rabbit hole that was her duet, and I thought to myself that I would never not read anything she wrote.
From the very first chapter, I was hooked. Cole’s dry sense of humour immediately won me over. Huge props to the author’s writing style; that sharp, understated humour is exactly my thing.
I found myself deeply intrigued by the mystery surrounding Charlie. As the layers slowly peeled back, the emotional weight of the story really began to settle in, and I cannot stop reading!
Cole’s descriptions of depression hit hard, raw, honest, and uncomfortably relatable at times. It genuinely felt like a punch to the chest.
Cole’s backstory and the guilt he carries were heartbreaking. Watching him wrestle with it brought tears to my eyes. And Charlie… my heart. The things she went through and came out as fierce as she is. Gosh! I love them. Some moments were genuinely difficult to read, in the best, most impactful way.
I already know I love romantic suspense, but there’s something about the way this author writes it that elevates the genre for me. The tension, the pacing, the emotional stakes. It all works so well together. And The Adonis? I love him and I cannot wait for his book!
Yes, I suspected some plot movements, yet… I was still surprised. That’s how well this story kept me on edge. Also, seriously, read the trigger warnings.
And Spencer… that’s all I’m saying.
My only complaint is that this book is too short. I need book two immediately. This story consumed me, and I am not ready to let these characters go.
Review of advance copy received from Author
To sum it up in a single sentence, this book was an emotional roller coaster with no brakes or seatbelts, and I was a very willing participant who would happily ride it again.
Healing Together is a beautiful small town romance that captures the raw essence of what it's like to heal from grief and trauma. The main characters, Charlie and Cole, aren't perfect by any means. They're flawed, emotionally unavailable, and carry the weight of unresolved trauma from their pasts. Despite the rough start to their friendship, the pair find themselves subconsciously gravitating towards each other in a desperate attempt to escape their demons.
I loved the way this book dedicated time to deconstruct Charlie and Cole's trauma before diving into the romantic aspect of their relationship. They're both upfront and honest, and it's like a well-needed breath of fresh air. The growing suspense and plot twists towards the end of the book had me on the edge of my seat. I think I seriously underestimated how invested I would get in this story. With lives on the line, I had no choice but to keep reading! Despite the painful cliffhanger we get thrown at us on the last page, we still get what I would call a 'happy' ending (IYKYK).
Overall, this was such an easy read, everything flowed, and I absolutely loved it! I seriously can't wait for book two and I hope to read more from this author in the future! I'm super thankful to have been chosen as an ARC reader for this book and I am voluntarily leaving this review! :)
Healing Together is a beautiful small town romance that captures the raw essence of what it's like to heal from grief and trauma. The main characters, Charlie and Cole, aren't perfect by any means. They're flawed, emotionally unavailable, and carry the weight of unresolved trauma from their pasts. Despite the rough start to their friendship, the pair find themselves subconsciously gravitating towards each other in a desperate attempt to escape their demons.
I loved the way this book dedicated time to deconstruct Charlie and Cole's trauma before diving into the romantic aspect of their relationship. They're both upfront and honest, and it's like a well-needed breath of fresh air. The growing suspense and plot twists towards the end of the book had me on the edge of my seat. I think I seriously underestimated how invested I would get in this story. With lives on the line, I had no choice but to keep reading! Despite the painful cliffhanger we get thrown at us on the last page, we still get what I would call a 'happy' ending (IYKYK).
Overall, this was such an easy read, everything flowed, and I absolutely loved it! I seriously can't wait for book two and I hope to read more from this author in the future! I'm super thankful to have been chosen as an ARC reader for this book and I am voluntarily leaving this review! :)
January 11, 2026
4,25⭐️
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ARC REVIEW
“You have been my anchor in a turbulent sea, Tink, and I really appreciate you being here for me.“
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Healing together is the first book in the “The resilience series”, here you’ll find:
🐶Forced proximity
🏡Grumpy x Grumpy
✨Mutual healing
❤️🩹 Insta attraction
This was my first book by this author and I really liked it. It was such a good, heartfelt read.
Charlie is a woman who just escaped a toxic and abusive relationship and decides to start over in a small town where no one knows her and where she can’t be found. I really loved her character and empathized with her so much. She’s incredibly strong and resilient—she’s been through hell, and of course she doesn’t trust easily. I loved her growth throughout the book and especially how she knew from the beginning that she could trust Cole. Trauma recognizes trauma, and they are the perfect example of that.
Cole is an FBI agent on leave after something tragic and traumatic happens to him. He just wants to disappear for a while and finds himself at a resort in this quiet, uneventful small town. I really liked how he instantly felt a connection with Charlie, and how he could tell something was off about her. Again, trauma recognizes trauma, and that bond between them felt very natural.
Their relationship was really good, but I would’ve loved to see more conversations about their pasts and a deeper look at how their relationship grew emotionally. Still, what we got was tender and meaningful.
Overall, this was such a good read, and I’m really curious about the next book—because that epilogue? I need to know what happens next.
Thank you so much to @nomijaveryauthor and @naughtynookpr for the ARC!
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ARC REVIEW
“You have been my anchor in a turbulent sea, Tink, and I really appreciate you being here for me.“
•
Healing together is the first book in the “The resilience series”, here you’ll find:
🐶Forced proximity
🏡Grumpy x Grumpy
✨Mutual healing
❤️🩹 Insta attraction
This was my first book by this author and I really liked it. It was such a good, heartfelt read.
Charlie is a woman who just escaped a toxic and abusive relationship and decides to start over in a small town where no one knows her and where she can’t be found. I really loved her character and empathized with her so much. She’s incredibly strong and resilient—she’s been through hell, and of course she doesn’t trust easily. I loved her growth throughout the book and especially how she knew from the beginning that she could trust Cole. Trauma recognizes trauma, and they are the perfect example of that.
Cole is an FBI agent on leave after something tragic and traumatic happens to him. He just wants to disappear for a while and finds himself at a resort in this quiet, uneventful small town. I really liked how he instantly felt a connection with Charlie, and how he could tell something was off about her. Again, trauma recognizes trauma, and that bond between them felt very natural.
Their relationship was really good, but I would’ve loved to see more conversations about their pasts and a deeper look at how their relationship grew emotionally. Still, what we got was tender and meaningful.
Overall, this was such a good read, and I’m really curious about the next book—because that epilogue? I need to know what happens next.
Thank you so much to @nomijaveryauthor and @naughtynookpr for the ARC!
Review of advance copy received from Author
Arc Book review
Healing Together by Nomi J. Avery
4/5⭐️
3/5🌶️
Cole Cole cole, the man that you are. Hot damn. He is a top tier man in the book world. The book pain and struggle that this man had been through in the past two years is unbearable, but he’s trying his best to move on and find a purpose! Charlie, sweet Charlie is a fiery, take no bullshit,sassy thang. She had been broken, taken advantage of and treated like a toy. She is a fierce woman and doesn’t take bullshit from anyone.
This book is beautifully written. It’s about our MMC Cole and our FMC Charlie, they both come from a terrible past and they’re just trying to heal themselves, but end up healing each other, their happily ever after was beautiful!
I cannot wait to get my hands on book two with my boy Mads and Dee! I was secretly hoping and shipping the two of them as soon as I read about them.
If you’re looking for a heartfelt, healing, and finding love after loss, this book is for you. The chemistry and watching them overcome their past and find love after everything they’ve been through was something special!
As always check your triggers, & temper your mental health matters 🖤
Ps. Thank you Nomi, for giving me the chance to review as an arc reader. I can’t wait for my man Mads!!! 🤭
Healing Together by Nomi J. Avery
4/5⭐️
3/5🌶️
Cole Cole cole, the man that you are. Hot damn. He is a top tier man in the book world. The book pain and struggle that this man had been through in the past two years is unbearable, but he’s trying his best to move on and find a purpose! Charlie, sweet Charlie is a fiery, take no bullshit,sassy thang. She had been broken, taken advantage of and treated like a toy. She is a fierce woman and doesn’t take bullshit from anyone.
This book is beautifully written. It’s about our MMC Cole and our FMC Charlie, they both come from a terrible past and they’re just trying to heal themselves, but end up healing each other, their happily ever after was beautiful!
I cannot wait to get my hands on book two with my boy Mads and Dee! I was secretly hoping and shipping the two of them as soon as I read about them.
If you’re looking for a heartfelt, healing, and finding love after loss, this book is for you. The chemistry and watching them overcome their past and find love after everything they’ve been through was something special!
As always check your triggers, & temper your mental health matters 🖤
Ps. Thank you Nomi, for giving me the chance to review as an arc reader. I can’t wait for my man Mads!!! 🤭
Review of advance copy received from Author
****ARC READ****
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
🌶️🌶️
First off I would like to thank the Author for allowing me to read this book before it was publish. I can't tell you how much it means to me! Now time for the review.
I ABSOLUTLEY adored this book.! If it wasn't for life happening I would have finished it sooner. It gets you hooked the instant you start reading which I love.
Cole- Is an FBI agent whose life got turned upside down two years ago. On one drunken night he had booked a 3month vacation in a cabin 3000 miles away at a in hopes of finding himself and what his next move is.
Charlie- Trying to run from her past life and and her parents passing she gained a sum of inherence she then bought out the cabin resort in hopes to turn into a round and start a new life for herself.
These two come across a mix of grumpy vs sunshine(with attitude) with Charlie not taking any crap from Cole. Ended up turning into a beautiful connection that neither of them could deny. But will their past eventually catch up to them? Well, you will just have to find out once you read this amazing book.
(please be advise that this book does end in a cliffhanger)
HAPPY READING! :)
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
🌶️🌶️
First off I would like to thank the Author for allowing me to read this book before it was publish. I can't tell you how much it means to me! Now time for the review.
I ABSOLUTLEY adored this book.! If it wasn't for life happening I would have finished it sooner. It gets you hooked the instant you start reading which I love.
Cole- Is an FBI agent whose life got turned upside down two years ago. On one drunken night he had booked a 3month vacation in a cabin 3000 miles away at a in hopes of finding himself and what his next move is.
Charlie- Trying to run from her past life and and her parents passing she gained a sum of inherence she then bought out the cabin resort in hopes to turn into a round and start a new life for herself.
These two come across a mix of grumpy vs sunshine(with attitude) with Charlie not taking any crap from Cole. Ended up turning into a beautiful connection that neither of them could deny. But will their past eventually catch up to them? Well, you will just have to find out once you read this amazing book.
(please be advise that this book does end in a cliffhanger)
HAPPY READING! :)
January 12, 2026
Healing Together by Nomi J. Avery was more than just a romance for me, it was emotional, healing, and surprisingly funny in all the right moments.
Cole and Charlie’s journey is raw and heartfelt, full of broken pieces, growth, and the kind of friendship and love that doesn’t magically fix everything but chooses to heal anyway. Their connection felt real, earned, and deeply emotional, the kind that sticks with you after you close the book.
But let’s talk about Maddox, because he absolutely stole the show. He brought the perfect dose of comedic relief and had me smiling every time he appeared. He’s the kind of character you can’t help but fall in love with. He is loyal, funny, and unapologetically himself. And the bond between Maddox and Cole? Honestly one of my favorite parts of the book. Their friendship felt genuine, supportive, and incredibly admirable.
This book balanced emotion, humor, and healing so beautifully that I already know the wait for the next installment is going to be rough. I’m not ready to say goodbye to these characters yet (especially Maddox), and I cannot wait to see where this series goes next. 💛📖
Review of advance copy received from Author
Let me start by prefrencing how honored I am to be given a special preview of this book <3
"ɪ ᴅᴏɴ'ᴛ ɢᴇᴛ ᴛᴏɴɢᴜᴇ-ᴛɪᴇᴅ ɪɴ ᴛʜᴇ ᴘʀᴇꜱᴇɴᴄᴇ ᴏꜰ ᴀ ʙᴇᴀᴜᴛɪꜰᴜʟ ɢɪʀʟ, ᴀɴᴅ ɪ'ᴠᴇ ᴡᴏʀᴋᴇᴅ ᴡɪᴛʜ ᴍʏ ꜰᴀɪʀ ꜱʜᴀʀᴇ ᴏꜰ ꜱᴛᴜɴɴɪɴɢ ᴡᴏᴍᴇɴ ᴏᴠᴇʀ ᴛʜᴇ ʏᴇᴀʀꜱ. ᴇᴠᴇɴ ᴀʀʀᴇꜱᴛᴇᴅ ꜱᴏᴍᴇ."
Get ready to meet Cole, the FBI agent who's got a ton of trauma and a pretty foul mouth. And then there's Charlie, a strong, independent woman who’s also grappling with her own past issues.
This is my first taste of Nomi’s writing, and I can guarantee it won’t be the last book of hers that I pick up. The story moves quickly, is packed with emotion, and feels very real, yet it keeps you on your toes.
"ꜱʜᴇ ᴍɪɢʜᴛ ɴᴏᴛ ᴋɴᴏᴡ ɪᴛ ɴᴏᴡ, ʙᴜᴛ ꜱʜᴇ ɴᴇᴇᴅꜱ ꜱᴏᴍᴇᴏɴᴇ ᴛᴏ ʜʀʟᴘ ᴍᴇɴᴅ ʜᴇʀ ʙʀᴏᴋᴇɴ ᴘɪᴇᴄᴇꜱ. ᴀɴᴅ ɪɴ ᴛʜᴀᴛ ᴍᴏᴍᴇɴᴛ, ɪ'ᴍ ᴡɪʟʟɪɴɢ ᴛᴏ ᴀᴅᴍɪᴛ, ꜱᴏ ᴅᴏ ɪ."
I really liked the character arcs and thought the plot was solid. Healing from trauma. Quick-witted banter. Hilarious inner thoughts. There were definitely moments where I wished there was more dialogue between the characters instead of just their internal monologues.
"ɪ ᴅᴏɴ'ᴛ ɢᴇᴛ ᴛᴏɴɢᴜᴇ-ᴛɪᴇᴅ ɪɴ ᴛʜᴇ ᴘʀᴇꜱᴇɴᴄᴇ ᴏꜰ ᴀ ʙᴇᴀᴜᴛɪꜰᴜʟ ɢɪʀʟ, ᴀɴᴅ ɪ'ᴠᴇ ᴡᴏʀᴋᴇᴅ ᴡɪᴛʜ ᴍʏ ꜰᴀɪʀ ꜱʜᴀʀᴇ ᴏꜰ ꜱᴛᴜɴɴɪɴɢ ᴡᴏᴍᴇɴ ᴏᴠᴇʀ ᴛʜᴇ ʏᴇᴀʀꜱ. ᴇᴠᴇɴ ᴀʀʀᴇꜱᴛᴇᴅ ꜱᴏᴍᴇ."
Get ready to meet Cole, the FBI agent who's got a ton of trauma and a pretty foul mouth. And then there's Charlie, a strong, independent woman who’s also grappling with her own past issues.
This is my first taste of Nomi’s writing, and I can guarantee it won’t be the last book of hers that I pick up. The story moves quickly, is packed with emotion, and feels very real, yet it keeps you on your toes.
"ꜱʜᴇ ᴍɪɢʜᴛ ɴᴏᴛ ᴋɴᴏᴡ ɪᴛ ɴᴏᴡ, ʙᴜᴛ ꜱʜᴇ ɴᴇᴇᴅꜱ ꜱᴏᴍᴇᴏɴᴇ ᴛᴏ ʜʀʟᴘ ᴍᴇɴᴅ ʜᴇʀ ʙʀᴏᴋᴇɴ ᴘɪᴇᴄᴇꜱ. ᴀɴᴅ ɪɴ ᴛʜᴀᴛ ᴍᴏᴍᴇɴᴛ, ɪ'ᴍ ᴡɪʟʟɪɴɢ ᴛᴏ ᴀᴅᴍɪᴛ, ꜱᴏ ᴅᴏ ɪ."
I really liked the character arcs and thought the plot was solid. Healing from trauma. Quick-witted banter. Hilarious inner thoughts. There were definitely moments where I wished there was more dialogue between the characters instead of just their internal monologues.
Review of advance copy received from Author
“Better hold on, baby. This is gonna be a bumpy ride.”– Cole
Truer words couldn’t describe this book. It starts off light and fun with Cole getting catfished by his summer cabin and ending up with a nudist neighbor, then meeting Charlie and Scooby, but it quickly turns emotional and suspenseful before settling into a well-earned ending for Cole and Charlie.
The writing is fast-paced, emotional, and raw, with lots of internal dialogue that’s relatable and often chuckle-worthy. My only thought is that some inner monologues or storytelling ran a bit long, and I would’ve loved more group interaction to break it up.
Overall, a great, engaging read that I devoured in one sitting.
Thank you Nomi J. Avery for writing and sharing this story! I received this as an advanced copy, and left this review on my own.
Check for warnings
Pregnancy loss, abusive relationship, loss of spouse, loss of child, murder, grief, kidnapping, SA, violence. Open door 🌶️🌶️
Truer words couldn’t describe this book. It starts off light and fun with Cole getting catfished by his summer cabin and ending up with a nudist neighbor, then meeting Charlie and Scooby, but it quickly turns emotional and suspenseful before settling into a well-earned ending for Cole and Charlie.
The writing is fast-paced, emotional, and raw, with lots of internal dialogue that’s relatable and often chuckle-worthy. My only thought is that some inner monologues or storytelling ran a bit long, and I would’ve loved more group interaction to break it up.
Overall, a great, engaging read that I devoured in one sitting.
Thank you Nomi J. Avery for writing and sharing this story! I received this as an advanced copy, and left this review on my own.
Check for warnings
Pregnancy loss, abusive relationship, loss of spouse, loss of child, murder, grief, kidnapping, SA, violence. Open door 🌶️🌶️
January 6, 2026
What to expect: strangers to lovers, forced proximity, grumpy / grumpy, mutual healing, morally gray MMC, small town romance, touch her and die, love after loss
Healing Together was a quick read filled with tension, spice, healing, and suspense! The characters are extremely likable. Cole is an FBI agent healing from a devastating loss and Charlie is a feisty lodge resort owner who is working to start over after leaving her rough past behind. There is fun banter and playfulness, and there is also deep emotions and healing together with our main characters. The supporting characters like Maddox, Dee, Dave, and even Scooby the dog added a lot to the story as well!
This book is fast paced and I devoured it in one setting. It is full of sweet moments and also some suspense that kept things interesting until the very end. The ending was a nail biter for sure…I was shook at the cliffhanger and am looking forward to reading book 2!
Healing Together was a quick read filled with tension, spice, healing, and suspense! The characters are extremely likable. Cole is an FBI agent healing from a devastating loss and Charlie is a feisty lodge resort owner who is working to start over after leaving her rough past behind. There is fun banter and playfulness, and there is also deep emotions and healing together with our main characters. The supporting characters like Maddox, Dee, Dave, and even Scooby the dog added a lot to the story as well!
This book is fast paced and I devoured it in one setting. It is full of sweet moments and also some suspense that kept things interesting until the very end. The ending was a nail biter for sure…I was shook at the cliffhanger and am looking forward to reading book 2!
January 9, 2026
4.5 ⭐️ ARC Review
“Healing Together” is a beautifully written book that delves into the complexities of trauma, the arduous journey towards healing, and the pursuit of escaping the clutches of darkness.
Cole, an FBI agent on a sabbatical following a devastating tragedy, finds himself drawn to a remote, dilapidated cabin in Moose Harbor, Washington. There, he encounters Charlie, who is fleeing from her own personal demons. As these two fractured souls collide, a profound transformation unfolds.
The captivating narrative begins with the introduction of Cole, a formidable and witty book boyfriend whose sarcastic demeanor is only rivaled by Charlie’s fiery spirit. The suspense builds to a thrilling climax, leaving readers eagerly anticipating the continuation of the story in the sequel, Dee and Mad’s Story.
“Healing Together” is scheduled for release on January 20, 2026. I highly recommend pre-ordering and reading it immediately, as you will not be disappointed.
“Healing Together” is a beautifully written book that delves into the complexities of trauma, the arduous journey towards healing, and the pursuit of escaping the clutches of darkness.
Cole, an FBI agent on a sabbatical following a devastating tragedy, finds himself drawn to a remote, dilapidated cabin in Moose Harbor, Washington. There, he encounters Charlie, who is fleeing from her own personal demons. As these two fractured souls collide, a profound transformation unfolds.
The captivating narrative begins with the introduction of Cole, a formidable and witty book boyfriend whose sarcastic demeanor is only rivaled by Charlie’s fiery spirit. The suspense builds to a thrilling climax, leaving readers eagerly anticipating the continuation of the story in the sequel, Dee and Mad’s Story.
“Healing Together” is scheduled for release on January 20, 2026. I highly recommend pre-ordering and reading it immediately, as you will not be disappointed.
Review of advance copy received from Author
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ - 5 Stars
🌶 - Spice Level
Broken for two different reasons, Cole and Charlie are at her run down cabin resort. He's there to rethink his next steps in Law Enforcement, she's rebuilding a new life and remodeling her cabins.
Charlie is just becoming strong and independent and the grumpy FBI agent Cole is drowning his sorrows. These two become a team with time as she fixes the cabins and he lends his skills to help. There was so much healing for both parties, but the growth these two have had to go through is admirable. I absolutely loved when Cole just finally takes what's been hanging right in front of his face with Charlie. These two do start making fireworks. Of course there has to be a Villian to lean on Cole's protective vibes and boy does he ever step in. I enjoyed this first book in the resilience series and can't wait to see the loveable, cock sure Maddox fall to his knees for Dee.
Thank you, author, for the arc!
Release Date: January 20, 2026
🌶 - Spice Level
Broken for two different reasons, Cole and Charlie are at her run down cabin resort. He's there to rethink his next steps in Law Enforcement, she's rebuilding a new life and remodeling her cabins.
Charlie is just becoming strong and independent and the grumpy FBI agent Cole is drowning his sorrows. These two become a team with time as she fixes the cabins and he lends his skills to help. There was so much healing for both parties, but the growth these two have had to go through is admirable. I absolutely loved when Cole just finally takes what's been hanging right in front of his face with Charlie. These two do start making fireworks. Of course there has to be a Villian to lean on Cole's protective vibes and boy does he ever step in. I enjoyed this first book in the resilience series and can't wait to see the loveable, cock sure Maddox fall to his knees for Dee.
Thank you, author, for the arc!
Release Date: January 20, 2026
December 28, 2025
Oh Nomi, you’ve done it again! 10/10 recommend. I have been with you since the beginning and you have yet to disappoint me. Although, the ending….. Why!?!?!!? I’ll just sit here and wait now 🤪
This book has a FBI Agent MMC Cole who has really had quite a tough road filled with loss and tragedy who was sure he wouldn’t be looking for love after loss.
Our fiesty FMC Charlie also had a past that had her running and trying to start over and forget about what it was she was running from.
This story is about healing and when Cole and Charlie finally open up to each other they share things about each other you wouldn’t believe, but Cole still doesn’t believe he’s good enough for her.
I fell in love with Cole and Charlie and you can’t help but feel like you’re on this ride of feelings and emotions with them. Want to know what happens? REAS THIS I promise you wont be disappointed!!!
This book has a FBI Agent MMC Cole who has really had quite a tough road filled with loss and tragedy who was sure he wouldn’t be looking for love after loss.
Our fiesty FMC Charlie also had a past that had her running and trying to start over and forget about what it was she was running from.
This story is about healing and when Cole and Charlie finally open up to each other they share things about each other you wouldn’t believe, but Cole still doesn’t believe he’s good enough for her.
I fell in love with Cole and Charlie and you can’t help but feel like you’re on this ride of feelings and emotions with them. Want to know what happens? REAS THIS I promise you wont be disappointed!!!
January 2, 2026
Healing Together by Nomi J. Avery
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️/5
Get ready to meet the MMC Cole who is an FBI agent with a lot of trauma, but definitely has a filthy mouth 😏
And the FMC Charlie who is feisty, but has an amazing personality and is a strong independent women who also deals with past trauma.
This story is all about healing ❤️🩹 the plot is very great and you’ll fall in love with the characters pretty quickly! Please read your trigger warnings as some of the topics in the books could be disturbing to some.
BUT, be prepared to be wanting more!!! The story does end with a little cliffhanger 😵
❤️🩹 forced proximity
❤️🩹 grumpy x grumpy
❤️🩹 touch her and die
❤️🩹 mutual healing
❤️🩹 love after loss
Nomi, you did it again! I’ve been with you from the start, and this series will absolutely be a masterpiece 🫶 thank you for the ARC!
Review of advance copy received from Author
ARC Review: thank you to Nomi and team for selecting me to receive an arc of Healing Together! This was an amazing book. Thrill, healing, emotion, humor, sweet moments, it had it all. Cole and Charlie both had skeletons in their closet, reasons to not trust anyone anymore, and still let each other in. They grew together, healed together, and fell in love in the process. It terrified them and excited them too. They both finally had something to look forward too after all that heartbreak. The thrill at the end, and the surprise guest to fix it all was a great addition to the storyline. They got justice, and found peace in each other. Truly beautiful.
“Be reckless with me, Cole. Live in the moment with me.”
-“She’s a firecracker. A fighter. A woman who’s decided she’s taken enough crap from the male species, and isn’t afraid to speak her mind, and I’ve never been more proud of her.”
“Be reckless with me, Cole. Live in the moment with me.”
-“She’s a firecracker. A fighter. A woman who’s decided she’s taken enough crap from the male species, and isn’t afraid to speak her mind, and I’ve never been more proud of her.”
Review of advance copy received from Author
This book had my emotions in a deathgrip from start to finish. It has been a while since I have found a new author that holds my interest with their writing so completely. The banter that Charlie and Cole have in the beginning of the book is *chefs kiss*. They start out their relationship with witty comebacks and sarcastic flirting and move into such a soul deep connection that by the time the suspense actually came into play I was on the edge of my seat. Speaking of, this book has the perfect balance between romance and suspense, which has been rare for me to find in my opinion. You will not be sorry choosing this book as your next read, just make sure you block out about 5 hours to read it all the way through because you will not want to put it down. PS I absolutely cannot wait for Maddox's book now!
Review of advance copy received from Author
✨ ARC review ✨
5/5 ⭐️
3.5/5 🌶️
I cannot express this enough! I absolutely loved this book! The banter between the FMC and MMC was well written, I actually made me laugh a few times while imagining it! The way that he started opening up to her little by little and vise versa! I loved her confidence and even she would slightly lose it, she kept her head held high. And the way he was protective of her made me wanna swoon!
📍Grumpy MMC
📍Sunshine FMC (with some sass 💁♀️)
📍Strangers to Lovers
📍Broken in some way
📍Protector
📍Mutual Healing
📍Touch Her and Die
It is definitely a book I will be reading again later down the line! Thank you for allowing me the opportunity to read this book in advance!
@nomijaveryauthor @naughtynookpr
5/5 ⭐️
3.5/5 🌶️
I cannot express this enough! I absolutely loved this book! The banter between the FMC and MMC was well written, I actually made me laugh a few times while imagining it! The way that he started opening up to her little by little and vise versa! I loved her confidence and even she would slightly lose it, she kept her head held high. And the way he was protective of her made me wanna swoon!
📍Grumpy MMC
📍Sunshine FMC (with some sass 💁♀️)
📍Strangers to Lovers
📍Broken in some way
📍Protector
📍Mutual Healing
📍Touch Her and Die
It is definitely a book I will be reading again later down the line! Thank you for allowing me the opportunity to read this book in advance!
@nomijaveryauthor @naughtynookpr
Review of advance copy received from Author
This book sucked me in!!
Cole and Charlie are two MCs that have went thru so much and are trying to survive. Cole starts out as such a grumpy man and is up against Charlie and feisty self.
The books starts out with Cole taking time away from him job after having his life completely changed. Charlie is running the place he rents on a whim. As the story progresses we find out about all the trauma they have each endured and are healing from together.
The banter 😍😍
The possessiveness 🤤🤤
Suspense 😭😭
And just enough spice 🌶️🌶️
Amazing read!! Highly recommend you grab this. Check triggers as there are aspects that some may struggle with. Prepare for the cliff we are left on though because that ending got me like 😬
Cole and Charlie are two MCs that have went thru so much and are trying to survive. Cole starts out as such a grumpy man and is up against Charlie and feisty self.
The books starts out with Cole taking time away from him job after having his life completely changed. Charlie is running the place he rents on a whim. As the story progresses we find out about all the trauma they have each endured and are healing from together.
The banter 😍😍
The possessiveness 🤤🤤
Suspense 😭😭
And just enough spice 🌶️🌶️
Amazing read!! Highly recommend you grab this. Check triggers as there are aspects that some may struggle with. Prepare for the cliff we are left on though because that ending got me like 😬
Review of advance copy received from Author
This was an absolutely amazing book! The emotions in this book had me reflecting on my own personal life and trauma, I found so many similiarities between me and charlie, and some of the emotions of tryimng to rebuild your life after trauma hit hard.I loved how this book did not sway away or try to cover up those feelings,they were felt, thats what I loved, if gave you a place inside of a book where your own emotions didint seem so strange, a place to feel like you werent alone in everything. I loved everything about this book and I cannot wait for more books! The way she writes is astonishing and feels so transparent, and really envelopes you into the book. Dont miss a great read check it out!
January 11, 2026
I received Healing Together as an ARC, and this book had me on the edge of my seat, especially the ending. I couldn’t put it down and finished it in under 48 hours. The story is fast-paced, with a few time jumps that keep the plot moving seamlessly. The character dynamics were executed really well, and both the spice and the heavier topics were handled thoughtfully, which I truly appreciated. Overall, this book was incredibly well done. I can’t wait to see what happens next in the series. I’ll also be going back to order Nomi’s earlier books, as this was my first experience with her writing, and definitely not my last.
Review of advance copy received from Author
Charlie and Cole might have started off driving each other crazy but after a few renovation projects the chemistry was hard to deny.
This story navigates the healing through grief process while also being so desperate to take something for themselves again as they heal.
I just love this book! It was slightly different than what I have been reading and I enjoyed the switch up. I love having a strong FMC that is taking back control of her own life and a MMC that only encourages her while being a strong rock even though he’s navigating his own hardships.
Also I can’t wait for the next book cause there’s no way a book can end that way and I’m not itching for the next!
This story navigates the healing through grief process while also being so desperate to take something for themselves again as they heal.
I just love this book! It was slightly different than what I have been reading and I enjoyed the switch up. I love having a strong FMC that is taking back control of her own life and a MMC that only encourages her while being a strong rock even though he’s navigating his own hardships.
Also I can’t wait for the next book cause there’s no way a book can end that way and I’m not itching for the next!
January 2, 2026
*Arc read*
This is my first introduction to Nomi’s writing it won’t be the last book I read of hers.
This book will reel you in on the very first page.
Cole and Charlie have witty banter, but I also love that this isn’t a grumpy/sunshine troupe, they are both grumpy for good reasoning. Healing after a loss is hard and these two try their best to fight attraction the outcome is worth the slow burn.
I highly recommend this book you will laugh, cry, and fall in love with these two.
Thank you Nomi for giving me an opportunity to read it!
This is my first introduction to Nomi’s writing it won’t be the last book I read of hers.
This book will reel you in on the very first page.
Cole and Charlie have witty banter, but I also love that this isn’t a grumpy/sunshine troupe, they are both grumpy for good reasoning. Healing after a loss is hard and these two try their best to fight attraction the outcome is worth the slow burn.
I highly recommend this book you will laugh, cry, and fall in love with these two.
Thank you Nomi for giving me an opportunity to read it!
Review of advance copy received from Author
Healing Together was true to its name, a journey between Charlie and Cole healing through their traumas together in a way that was unexpected. Bringing out the best in each other despite what they had each been through, battling their own demons, with the love and support of their best friends - to end with something that pulled every one of my heart strings. Healing Together touches on raw emotions, and was nothing short of spectacular.
As for Dee and Maddox... What will the future hold?
Talk about a cliffhanger! I have so many questions! I cant wait for book two!
As for Dee and Maddox... What will the future hold?
Talk about a cliffhanger! I have so many questions! I cant wait for book two!
Review of advance copy
I have just finished this ARC and I was not ready for the emotional rollercoaster of this book!
Nomi what have you done to me?!
I'll tell you shall I? You've ripped my heart out, shattered it, glued it back together only to break it all over again! My heart is currently held together by tape and just when I thought I'd be ok YOU HAVE LEFT ME WITH A CLIFFHANGER!!!
I'm a fragile mess right now.
Am I ok? no . Did I love every second of this book? Yes. Will I be buying this and recommending it to everyone? ABSOLUTELY!!
Nomi what have you done to me?!
I'll tell you shall I? You've ripped my heart out, shattered it, glued it back together only to break it all over again! My heart is currently held together by tape and just when I thought I'd be ok YOU HAVE LEFT ME WITH A CLIFFHANGER!!!
I'm a fragile mess right now.
Am I ok? no . Did I love every second of this book? Yes. Will I be buying this and recommending it to everyone? ABSOLUTELY!!
Review of advance copy received from Author
An incredible and beautifully written romance. The writing is flawless, flowing from one page to the next. The characters are relatable and believable. I loved that some of the focus of the story was about healing, finding yourself and being able to open yourself up to love again. There's even a nice balance between the suspense and romance. Overall, I thoroughly enjoyed reading this.
Thanks to the author for an advance copy. My opinions are my own and freely expressed.
Thanks to the author for an advance copy. My opinions are my own and freely expressed.
Review of advance copy received from Author
Whew! What a ride! Current mood after reading: emotionally unstable! I broke, I was healed, I broke again! This book has ALLLLL the things! Spice, strangers to lovers, humor, tears, and everything in between causing you to fall in love with the characters...well, NOT the villain anyway! I absolutely can NOT wait for book 2 of this series!
Nomi, girl! You left me hanging off that cliff! I was not prepared!
I need book 2 and shelf trophies ASAP! Absolutely loved this book!
Nomi, girl! You left me hanging off that cliff! I was not prepared!
I need book 2 and shelf trophies ASAP! Absolutely loved this book!
January 4, 2026
ARC Review: I enjoyed the storylines of the characters, and loved that the book kept you on edge. I did find the relationship between Charlie and Cole not super deep and I didn’t find myself as invested as I would have liked compared to her previous books. I am excited to read the next book in the series!
Review of advance copy received from Author
What a heartfelt and emotional ride Healing Together was. This is a dual-pov book that has it all - loss, grief, healing, and all the complex emotions that come with it. Be warned, it ends on a massive cliff-hanger - but it's definitely worth the read.
Working through the emotions, Healing Together has the thriller, spicy, and endearing plot lines to back up the book and series titles.
Working through the emotions, Healing Together has the thriller, spicy, and endearing plot lines to back up the book and series titles.
January 7, 2026
I’ve had the privilege to ARC read this beautiful book Nomi. When I say please check your tw I mean it some things are very descriptive. I enjoyed this book very much Cole and Charlie are 2 kindred broken souls who heal each other so perfectly. So much trauma brought both these people together to fit perfectly together and I can’t wait for the 2nd book to come out
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