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State of Us #4
Forgiving Utah
Sometimes you have to break before you can rebuild yourself.
Devon
I learned my worth a long time ago.
From the moment I was born, I was taught to believe that love is conditional. I’m only kept around as long as I’m useful.
Christian is no exception.
He needs a distraction, a new project, and who better to play with than someone who pretends to feel nothing at all?
The hot shot wants to save me, but I'm beyond redemption. And the moment he decides I'm worth something is the moment I have the power to destroy us both.
Christian
I've been chasing adrenaline my entire life.
The rush of a loud engine, that moment my feet catch air at high speed. My bike and my friends are all I ever needed.
At least, until they moved on without me.
Now nothing feels the same.
When a ghost from the past drops into my lap, I tell myself it's temporary. Just something slow and steady to keep the loneliness at bay.
Trusting Devon burned me once—I'd be a fool to do it again.
The more I get to know him, though, the more I see beneath his mask.
I just hope it's not too late to love him the way he deserves.
Forgiving Utah is a full-length MM second chance romance containing themes and situations not intended for readers under the age of 18. Both characters are consenting adults. This story features a bi-awakening, dirt bikes stunts, messy found family and a guaranteed HEA.
This is the final installment of the State of Us series and must be read AFTER Exposing Colorado.
Devon
I learned my worth a long time ago.
From the moment I was born, I was taught to believe that love is conditional. I’m only kept around as long as I’m useful.
Christian is no exception.
He needs a distraction, a new project, and who better to play with than someone who pretends to feel nothing at all?
The hot shot wants to save me, but I'm beyond redemption. And the moment he decides I'm worth something is the moment I have the power to destroy us both.
Christian
I've been chasing adrenaline my entire life.
The rush of a loud engine, that moment my feet catch air at high speed. My bike and my friends are all I ever needed.
At least, until they moved on without me.
Now nothing feels the same.
When a ghost from the past drops into my lap, I tell myself it's temporary. Just something slow and steady to keep the loneliness at bay.
Trusting Devon burned me once—I'd be a fool to do it again.
The more I get to know him, though, the more I see beneath his mask.
I just hope it's not too late to love him the way he deserves.
Forgiving Utah is a full-length MM second chance romance containing themes and situations not intended for readers under the age of 18. Both characters are consenting adults. This story features a bi-awakening, dirt bikes stunts, messy found family and a guaranteed HEA.
This is the final installment of the State of Us series and must be read AFTER Exposing Colorado.
398 pages, Kindle Edition
Published April 30, 2026
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May 11, 2026
this was definitely my most anticipated book for 2026 and I’m sooo happy that it was well worth the wait😭
Forgiving Utah is not going to be for everyone. Hell, this entire series is not going to be for the masses, it’s messy, toxic, ugly , beautiful, filthy and so many other adjectives. Every character in this series makes questionable decisions that inevitably hurt their loved ones but that’s basically what this series is about? It’s about second, third , fourth chances. Not giving up. Love. Family through thick and thin. It’s definitely not healthy but it expands your affection and love for these characters
I loved Devon since his first appearance and after reading loving Ohio, I knew that he was going to be so much more of a complex character than I first thought. He has so much depth and longing inside him, I couldn’t possibly imagine how the author would write a partner for him who would treat him right but Christian was 👏👏 obviously he was also an asshole at times but the way they grew together was a sight to read and since this was the finale for this series, I loved reading the involvement of all the characters from this found family be apart of them coming together and reaching happiness
“I don’t want someone to choose me,” I scoff, stepping out of his touch. “I want someone who doesn’t need reasons to stay.”
“That’s choosing you.”
“No. Choosing is active. It means they could go if they wanted, but they don’t. I don’t want that. I want—” An aggravated breath leaves my lungs when I stumble over the words, because saying them feels humiliating. I've never said them out loud before. “I want someone who couldn’t walk away even if they tried.”
Forgiving Utah is not going to be for everyone. Hell, this entire series is not going to be for the masses, it’s messy, toxic, ugly , beautiful, filthy and so many other adjectives. Every character in this series makes questionable decisions that inevitably hurt their loved ones but that’s basically what this series is about? It’s about second, third , fourth chances. Not giving up. Love. Family through thick and thin. It’s definitely not healthy but it expands your affection and love for these characters
I loved Devon since his first appearance and after reading loving Ohio, I knew that he was going to be so much more of a complex character than I first thought. He has so much depth and longing inside him, I couldn’t possibly imagine how the author would write a partner for him who would treat him right but Christian was 👏👏 obviously he was also an asshole at times but the way they grew together was a sight to read and since this was the finale for this series, I loved reading the involvement of all the characters from this found family be apart of them coming together and reaching happiness
“I don’t want someone to choose me,” I scoff, stepping out of his touch. “I want someone who doesn’t need reasons to stay.”
“That’s choosing you.”
“No. Choosing is active. It means they could go if they wanted, but they don’t. I don’t want that. I want—” An aggravated breath leaves my lungs when I stumble over the words, because saying them feels humiliating. I've never said them out loud before. “I want someone who couldn’t walk away even if they tried.”
May 12, 2026
OH THAT WAS EVERYTHING WHAT AN AMAZING FINALE!!!!! What if we went from fuck buddies to one sided enemies to reluctant friends to lovers and we kept choosing each other through thick and thin haha unless? So deeply romantic and sweet and angsty. Complex characters going through deep shit and thriving. It’s not easy, but it’s worth it. Easier when you have your person. And your chosen family. I’ll miss them all so much. My messy messy messy family. Devon and Christian are soul mates fr ugh my heart is singing I feel like I could run laps right now I love love I love second chances and third and forth and fifth and people fucking up and it’s okay it’s okay life is weird and messy but hurts less when we’re there for each other.❤️🩹
April 6, 2026
♾️⭐️
💚What an ending to the series 🥹
When I started this, I was prepared for Christian and Devs HEA, but I failed to realize that I was also saying goodbye to Tay & Huck, Xed & Matty and Salem & Logan. My subconscious probably blocked it out because I don’t do well with goodbyes which was proven at 3%- the tears just started flowing down my face. I want to first touch on Christian & Tay, I absolutely love their friendship. The ride or die, go through everything and come out the other side together type of friendship, that’s rare. I loved seeing them grow together and as individuals throughout the series. Seeing Tay & Huck still thriving really brought this whole series full circle since they are the ones who started this all and are ultimately the ones who brought all of these people together. My babies Xed & Matty and little bean are THRIVING and that just hit me right in the heart, they were my first Bree book and I’ll be forever grateful I stumbled upon that arc sign up. Logan had been one of my least favorite characters in the first two books, but really getting to know him in Exposing and really actually seeing him come into his own in this one, I actually really like him. I loved Salem in books one and two, she did a couple things in Exposing that I didn’t quite approve of, but she was working through a lot of stuff at that time which can always bring out the worst in us. She came back around to her sally mal ways in this book and it was great to say goodbye to these guys and Owen one last time. Also the group spice scenes 🔥🔥. Christian and Devon, what can I say? You're the end of the line, the end of the group. I don’t think a better ending could have been written 🥹 Christian, when you love, you love so big, you have the biggest heart. I’m a SUCKER for a big brother who steps up and seeing what you did when you were just a kid yourself ooofff that got me so hard in the feels.🥹 Seeing you grow from a kid in high school with Tay to a grown adult in your own book, you’ve been with us the longest, and I’m so happy you finally found what you had been missing. Devon, I was instantly mad at you from the moment I met you for what you did to Xed, he’s my baby it’s a well known fact 😂, but the more I got to know you the more I saw through that mask you wear. Deep down you're a broken boy looking for love. Which you so deserved even at your lowest points. That love was there, you just didn’t know how to open yourself up to it, rightfully so after all you’ve been through. But when you did let it in, did you ever surprise me in the best of ways. It was so good to finally meet the real you. THE ENDING😭, I was so not ready for it. Get your tissues out, because you're going to feel several emotions all at once and they will probably leak out your face. If you're still here, thanks for reading this far. I couldn’t do this review without properly saying goodbye to these characters I’ve come to love so much. Bree, thank you for creating a world that’s been so hard to say goodbye to and thank you for letting me read an early copy.
May 1, 2026
We are at the end. State of Us is complete. I've wanted Devon's story since the very beginning. I just knew there was going to be one heck of back story for him. So I had so many hopes for this book. I was hoping for and expecting the depth level we got with Finding Delaware and Crossing Arizona. Sadly, this just didn't deliver. Devon's trauma felt very brushed over. Christian states multiple times that the year between the accident and this book was incredibly difficult, then says well only the last little while. This is a series ender and everyone is supposed to be in there HEA but everyone felt so disconnected, not like they are a "found family" that's found happiness. Salem's interaction with Dev felt very out of place and just shoved into the book. I wanted to love this book. I wanted to have an end that felt complete. Sadly, it didn't hit for me. I did LOVE Dev, hoped for a bit more for him, but still love him all the same. I loved Christian as well. You could feel a chemistry between there, just felt it could have been more.
I love that so many others loved this one, but sadly for me it didn't hit.
I love that so many others loved this one, but sadly for me it didn't hit.
April 30, 2026
Devon and Christian.
These two knuckleheads were a great read. Would I have paired this two when I first met them? Probably not. Christian was Taylor’s best friend and Devon was Logan’s uncle.
Turns out these two are so much more and so very meant to be.
What I loved about this book was how much Devon just wanted to be needed and how much Christian couldn’t stop himself from being the one to take Devon in and make him his.
The vibes were there and this book hit the spot for me. I love a needy, pouty MC. Devon just wants love. His past has not been nice to him. Left him spiraling and throughout the series we’ve just seen people use him. Over and over.
Christian has always been the chaotic and silly best friend. But he’s so much more. When he loves he loves hard. He will do anything for one of his own. He’s also spiraling because of how much is changing around him. Insert Devon and a lot of spice.
I loved all the norm around different ways to love. I loved the kinks and the spice. I loved that we got to catch up with everyone. Felt like everyone was growing up and this was a great way to end the series.
These two knuckleheads were a great read. Would I have paired this two when I first met them? Probably not. Christian was Taylor’s best friend and Devon was Logan’s uncle.
Turns out these two are so much more and so very meant to be.
What I loved about this book was how much Devon just wanted to be needed and how much Christian couldn’t stop himself from being the one to take Devon in and make him his.
The vibes were there and this book hit the spot for me. I love a needy, pouty MC. Devon just wants love. His past has not been nice to him. Left him spiraling and throughout the series we’ve just seen people use him. Over and over.
Christian has always been the chaotic and silly best friend. But he’s so much more. When he loves he loves hard. He will do anything for one of his own. He’s also spiraling because of how much is changing around him. Insert Devon and a lot of spice.
I loved all the norm around different ways to love. I loved the kinks and the spice. I loved that we got to catch up with everyone. Felt like everyone was growing up and this was a great way to end the series.
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May 3, 2026I actually haven't read this yet (or maybe won't ever) but I have to know - it warns for group sex/sharing but doesn't go into details. I'll be able to read if it's before these two are really committed and together as actual boyfriends - but if they become committed and will still have an open relationship, I won't read this - so for anyone who has read it, can you spoil it for me and let me know if eventually these two become committed to just each other in a monogamous relationship or no?
May 9, 2026
I'm sorry, Dev. I know I can't fix it, but I promise on everything I care about that I'll never abandon you again.” Tbh.. Christian really pissed me off for so much of this book that I almost just gave up. BUT when he decided to stop being an asshole (which took forever), he was so so cute. This apology though, thank ya!
Overall, I am NOT a fan of how Devon was the only one not allowed to make any mistakes in this series. Like obviously he messed up, but the way he was treated vs anyone else who messed up was crazy. He had nobody really, what the hell did people expect to happen? On that note, I do feel like there could’ve been more detail about Devon’s trauma seeing as it obviously is still affecting him.
Also… the oatmeal scene?? Just why.. I straight up gagged, like that’s not even hot it’s just nasty.
Overall, I am NOT a fan of how Devon was the only one not allowed to make any mistakes in this series. Like obviously he messed up, but the way he was treated vs anyone else who messed up was crazy. He had nobody really, what the hell did people expect to happen? On that note, I do feel like there could’ve been more detail about Devon’s trauma seeing as it obviously is still affecting him.
Also… the oatmeal scene?? Just why.. I straight up gagged, like that’s not even hot it’s just nasty.
May 3, 2026
Spoiler Free Review!
I am unwell in the best way possible 😩😭 Bree never fails to bring up long hidden wounds and heal parts of me I didn't know needed healing. ❤️🩹 My heart is so full and happy at the beautiful conclusion of a freaking god-tier series.
In the final book of the State of Us series, we get Devon and Christian's story. But to fully understand their story you absolutely MUST read all other books in the series. I cannot stress this enough. I've seen people who said they were gonna skip Exposing Colorado, I'm here to tell you YOU CANNOT DO THAT. You will be so lost and confused if you do. As Devon's story is in that book as well.... we get to see his self-sabotaging tendencies up close. He leaves a mess of destruction in his wake in book 2, 2.5, and 3 of this series.
But in Forgiving Utah we finally get to see Devon's POV. As most know, hurt people, hurt people. And Devon is one of the most broken boys I've ever met 😭 All this man wants is for someone to stay.... He has been AWOL for almost a year after him and Logan's accident. Surviving the only way he knows how, by numbing himself with substances. But he's finally down on his luck and gets himself in a situation that might be the end for him.....
Christian is lost. With all his friends growing up and moving on, even Taylor his best friend since 5 years old is moving out. He feels adrift and is an expert at avoiding his feelings and problems. One impulsive night he ends up at a biker bar and comes face to face with the person that's always in the back of his mind..... just in time to save the day too. At a HUGE cost.
Christian and Devon find themselves in a forced proximity situation and the angst and tension is everything 😮💨 Christian hides behind his anger and denial is his middle name. Devon is broken down and refuses to give life to hope....
Can these broken boys find common ground? You betcha, of the sexual variety 😉 I will never be able to look at oatmeal the same again 🤷♀️ But can they be more? Can they heal themselves while also healing each other? Can they be that person for each other that stays.... 🥺🥹
I will never get over this series. It has carved itself into my soul. I feel like these characters are my family too and I never want to let them go 😭 What the heck am I supposed to do now? 😩
I am unwell in the best way possible 😩😭 Bree never fails to bring up long hidden wounds and heal parts of me I didn't know needed healing. ❤️🩹 My heart is so full and happy at the beautiful conclusion of a freaking god-tier series.
In the final book of the State of Us series, we get Devon and Christian's story. But to fully understand their story you absolutely MUST read all other books in the series. I cannot stress this enough. I've seen people who said they were gonna skip Exposing Colorado, I'm here to tell you YOU CANNOT DO THAT. You will be so lost and confused if you do. As Devon's story is in that book as well.... we get to see his self-sabotaging tendencies up close. He leaves a mess of destruction in his wake in book 2, 2.5, and 3 of this series.
But in Forgiving Utah we finally get to see Devon's POV. As most know, hurt people, hurt people. And Devon is one of the most broken boys I've ever met 😭 All this man wants is for someone to stay.... He has been AWOL for almost a year after him and Logan's accident. Surviving the only way he knows how, by numbing himself with substances. But he's finally down on his luck and gets himself in a situation that might be the end for him.....
Christian is lost. With all his friends growing up and moving on, even Taylor his best friend since 5 years old is moving out. He feels adrift and is an expert at avoiding his feelings and problems. One impulsive night he ends up at a biker bar and comes face to face with the person that's always in the back of his mind..... just in time to save the day too. At a HUGE cost.
Christian and Devon find themselves in a forced proximity situation and the angst and tension is everything 😮💨 Christian hides behind his anger and denial is his middle name. Devon is broken down and refuses to give life to hope....
Can these broken boys find common ground? You betcha, of the sexual variety 😉 I will never be able to look at oatmeal the same again 🤷♀️ But can they be more? Can they heal themselves while also healing each other? Can they be that person for each other that stays.... 🥺🥹
I will never get over this series. It has carved itself into my soul. I feel like these characters are my family too and I never want to let them go 😭 What the heck am I supposed to do now? 😩
May 1, 2026
Okay so I’ve been waiting for this book since we got Loving Ohio because the chemistry between Devon & Christian is off the charts. Getting Devon’s POV in Loving Ohio and seeing his internal struggle of wanting to be wanted for him and tired of people leaving just broke my heart. Seeing this broken boy find love in Forgiving Utah was everything. I loved that we finally saw more layers to Christian than just the party boy energy he gave in the other books and he was so well matched with Devon. Together they aren’t alone in the world and they complete each other in ways I really didn’t expect. I absolutely adored their story and am so freaking sad to say goodbye to these characters. This has probably been my favorite series for the past couple years now and it’s so bittersweet to say goodbye to these characters but I absolutely love how all their stories played out. I can only hope we get lil novellas down the line otherwise I’m going to be rereading this series regularly for a dopamine fix 🤣
June 12, 2026
Y QUE VIVAN LOS MM ROMANCES, AMÉN 🙏🏻
No creo que estuviera lista para despedirme de esta serie 😭
Amé a Devon y Christian. Amé su historia. Amé este libro. Pero más que nada amé la sensación que me dieron estos cuatro libros. Leer esta serie se sintió como formar parte de una familia, así que terminar el último vino con esa sensación agridulce de saber que tenía que dejarlos ir.
Aunque me duele decir que uno de mis mayores problemas con el libro fue el desarrollo de Devon 💔
Porque siento que sus traumas se pasa completamente por alto. Nunca va a terapia cuando, de los dos, era quien más la necesitaba. Todo el tema del campamento se deja a la deriva cuando realmente es algo MUY serio.
Devon es de mis personajes favoritos de toda la serie junto a Tay, Huck, Logan y Xed, así que dolió mucho ver que no pudo sanar como debía. Y tampoco ayudó que Christian y él nunca tuvieran una conversación completamente sincera sobre todos sus problemas. Les hizo muchísima falta. Honestamente, si no hubiera sido por eso, esta pareja habría sido perfecta para mí.
Aun así, amé muchísimo su relación, ambos merecían su final feliz ❤
Tenía planeado ponerle al libro 4 estrellas perooo... justo a la autora se le ocurre poner la boda de Taylor y Huckslee al final 😭
Ellos son una de mis parejas MM favoritas, los AMO con todo mi corazón, y me era imposible no darle 5 estrellas después de esa hermosa escena final 🥰 (lo sé, soy muy migajera cuando se trata de romances MM).
Así que ahí se fue toda mi objetividad. ¿Qué puedo decir? I'm just a girl.
En fin. Amé esta serie y a estos personajes. Los llevaré por siempre en mi corazón 🥺❤️
No creo que estuviera lista para despedirme de esta serie 😭
Amé a Devon y Christian. Amé su historia. Amé este libro. Pero más que nada amé la sensación que me dieron estos cuatro libros. Leer esta serie se sintió como formar parte de una familia, así que terminar el último vino con esa sensación agridulce de saber que tenía que dejarlos ir.
Aunque me duele decir que uno de mis mayores problemas con el libro fue el desarrollo de Devon 💔
Porque siento que sus traumas se pasa completamente por alto. Nunca va a terapia cuando, de los dos, era quien más la necesitaba. Todo el tema del campamento se deja a la deriva cuando realmente es algo MUY serio.
Devon es de mis personajes favoritos de toda la serie junto a Tay, Huck, Logan y Xed, así que dolió mucho ver que no pudo sanar como debía. Y tampoco ayudó que Christian y él nunca tuvieran una conversación completamente sincera sobre todos sus problemas. Les hizo muchísima falta. Honestamente, si no hubiera sido por eso, esta pareja habría sido perfecta para mí.
Aun así, amé muchísimo su relación, ambos merecían su final feliz ❤
Tenía planeado ponerle al libro 4 estrellas perooo... justo a la autora se le ocurre poner la boda de Taylor y Huckslee al final 😭
Ellos son una de mis parejas MM favoritas, los AMO con todo mi corazón, y me era imposible no darle 5 estrellas después de esa hermosa escena final 🥰 (lo sé, soy muy migajera cuando se trata de romances MM).
Así que ahí se fue toda mi objetividad. ¿Qué puedo decir? I'm just a girl.
En fin. Amé esta serie y a estos personajes. Los llevaré por siempre en mi corazón 🥺❤️
May 2, 2026
All the stars ⭐️
This book had no business making me cry as much as it did … I swear I cried the entire time.
Devon. That’s it. That’s the review. All I cared about was him finding happiness … him realizing that being damaged doesn’t make him unworthy of love.
My heart feels so full knowing he did.
This book had no business making me cry as much as it did … I swear I cried the entire time.
Devon. That’s it. That’s the review. All I cared about was him finding happiness … him realizing that being damaged doesn’t make him unworthy of love.
My heart feels so full knowing he did.
June 10, 2026
For so many reasons… just no, sorry Devon + Christian. Enjoyed the first book in this series but didn’t vibe with any of the others sadly.
May 4, 2026
I loved this book! It was the perfect ending to this series. It's bittersweet, but I'm so happy for everyone in this series and their happy endings.
Devon has made mistakes and we've seen some of those in previous books, while Christian is the one who tries to hold everyone up. The negative way Devon talked about himself and felt about himself broke my heart. His trauma goes deep and you can't fault him for the things he's done. He has made himself a villain but he felt more like a victim to me. Devon really needed someone to choose him for himself, and I'm so glad that Christian was that person.
I loved their nicknames for each other and their whole dynamic. It was also great to see Devon clear the air with people he hurt and see them forgive him.
It was really great to see where everyone was at this point of the story and see how they were thriving and living their lives happily.
This was a great read that had me in my feels, but I was also smiling at these two finding their forever love with each other.
Devon has made mistakes and we've seen some of those in previous books, while Christian is the one who tries to hold everyone up. The negative way Devon talked about himself and felt about himself broke my heart. His trauma goes deep and you can't fault him for the things he's done. He has made himself a villain but he felt more like a victim to me. Devon really needed someone to choose him for himself, and I'm so glad that Christian was that person.
I loved their nicknames for each other and their whole dynamic. It was also great to see Devon clear the air with people he hurt and see them forgive him.
It was really great to see where everyone was at this point of the story and see how they were thriving and living their lives happily.
This was a great read that had me in my feels, but I was also smiling at these two finding their forever love with each other.
May 1, 2026
This book! To have thjs ARC was such a gift, seeing the end of this series is so bitter sweet however
It was the perfect ending to this amazing series and Bree really knows how to break your heart and fix it at the same time, Christian and Devon were such a beautiful and heart wrenching experience, their relationship was like a bomb, the fighting, flirting and arguing was a wild ride, but at the end they found how perfect they were for each other and I’m so happy they all found their happy ending
It was the perfect ending to this amazing series and Bree really knows how to break your heart and fix it at the same time, Christian and Devon were such a beautiful and heart wrenching experience, their relationship was like a bomb, the fighting, flirting and arguing was a wild ride, but at the end they found how perfect they were for each other and I’m so happy they all found their happy ending
April 30, 2026
I wanted to love this book, but there was to much going on, to many characters and the main two literally didn’t have any emotion towards eachother I DNF at 70% I’m so bored I can’t..
June 13, 2026
“This is him choosing me on purpose, not because I’m easy or convenient. But because I’m me.”
I’m gutted this is over!
Christian was my baby from book 1 I fell in love with him and I’m stoked he got his happy ever after too!
Devs obsession with cum play was to much at times but I loved him anyway!
I’m gutted this is over!
Christian was my baby from book 1 I fell in love with him and I’m stoked he got his happy ever after too!
Devs obsession with cum play was to much at times but I loved him anyway!
May 5, 2026
This book disappointed me and I’m so sad about it. It’s also not something I say often but this book needed to be longer. Devon was already in love and we knew it, but for Christian it literally felt like an overnight thing. We needed development, feelings realizations, conversations, but we got none of that in favor of “I think I might love you” 5 minutes in.
The ending was also trashy as hell and I stand by the fact that Huck and Tay would never have a public proposal of this kind.
Final ranking:
1) Matt & Xed
2) Tay & Huck
3) Dev & Christian
4) Logan & Salem (+ Owen)
Also shoutout to Owen for being a really cute addition and a good friend to Dev when he needed one the most.
We will however never mention the oatmeal scene again because WHAT THE HELL and also I don’t actually know what happened, I had to skip the whole thing due to cringing too hard.
The ending was also trashy as hell and I stand by the fact that Huck and Tay would never have a public proposal of this kind.
Final ranking:
1) Matt & Xed
2) Tay & Huck
3) Dev & Christian
4) Logan & Salem (+ Owen)
Also shoutout to Owen for being a really cute addition and a good friend to Dev when he needed one the most.
We will however never mention the oatmeal scene again because WHAT THE HELL and also I don’t actually know what happened, I had to skip the whole thing due to cringing too hard.
March 25, 2026
I’m not sure I have words to put into this review, I need to let the story soak in my heart a bit 💛
April 30, 2026
Forgiving Utah - Bree Wiley
4.75/5✨🌟
* SPOILERS *
I have been wanting Devon and Christian’s story since Loving Ohio and oh my goodness, what an amazing ending that we got for these guys! If anyone deserves a HEA, it’s these two because these two have definitely been through so much.
I loved how the forced proximity happened to get these two to get close and personal. Devon needed a place to stay and well, Christian had the space to offer.
When Devon meets Christian’s family, it’s a side to Devon that Christian has never seen. Seeing the joy and light in his eyes. This is also when we learn more about why Christian is the way he is. I love how Christian‘s family pretty much told him to stay for the party. That whole moment had me in tears.
I her I really loved was the friendship between Devon and Christian because he needed someone in his corner. And Owen’s father… I’m not going to give too much but I love him.
As usual, I loved the found family in this book because it was seriously beautiful. I loved how they all slowly saw Devon in a different light eventually. I love that he finally got the family that he desperately deserved.
Throughout this book, I wanted to hug both MC’s, especially Devon because this man has definitely gone through hell and back.
I will say that their story is a hard earned HEA. You do need to read the books in order to really understand what these two have truly been through. I’m so sad that this series is over but my goodness, the way that it wrapped up was so beautiful written.
I received a copy of this book and this is my honest review.
4.75/5✨🌟
* SPOILERS *
I have been wanting Devon and Christian’s story since Loving Ohio and oh my goodness, what an amazing ending that we got for these guys! If anyone deserves a HEA, it’s these two because these two have definitely been through so much.
I loved how the forced proximity happened to get these two to get close and personal. Devon needed a place to stay and well, Christian had the space to offer.
When Devon meets Christian’s family, it’s a side to Devon that Christian has never seen. Seeing the joy and light in his eyes. This is also when we learn more about why Christian is the way he is. I love how Christian‘s family pretty much told him to stay for the party. That whole moment had me in tears.
I her I really loved was the friendship between Devon and Christian because he needed someone in his corner. And Owen’s father… I’m not going to give too much but I love him.
As usual, I loved the found family in this book because it was seriously beautiful. I loved how they all slowly saw Devon in a different light eventually. I love that he finally got the family that he desperately deserved.
Throughout this book, I wanted to hug both MC’s, especially Devon because this man has definitely gone through hell and back.
I will say that their story is a hard earned HEA. You do need to read the books in order to really understand what these two have truly been through. I’m so sad that this series is over but my goodness, the way that it wrapped up was so beautiful written.
I received a copy of this book and this is my honest review.
May 6, 2026
I knew this book would be hard after everything that happened in Exposing Colorado but damn. The way my heart hurt for both Devon and Christian. Everything Devon went through, the pressure Christian put himself under.
Seeing the growth from all of the characters in this series made my heart so happy.
They all went through so much individually, in their couple and as a group. They all deserve their happiness. The way I was feeled with so much happiness and pride in the epilogue like I was witnessing peace and happiness fall over my own friends not fictional characters.
“Wanna spend forever in Delaware with me?” got me teary eyed.
I know Salem got a lot of hate in the last book, but alot went down and honestly I just wanted to hug her and tell her I was proud one of my favourite moments in this book was her moment she had with Devon.
“Look, no one in this family is bloodless. Taylor and Huck went through years of hell before they finally got it right. So did Matty and Xed. Logan and I are still trying to figure it out, but that’s life. If you belong anywhere…”
“If you belong anywhere, it would definitely be here.”
Thank you Bree for blessing us with this series. It was messy, it was beautiful, it was filled with so many lessons. I am sad to say goodbye to these characters.
Seeing the growth from all of the characters in this series made my heart so happy.
They all went through so much individually, in their couple and as a group. They all deserve their happiness. The way I was feeled with so much happiness and pride in the epilogue like I was witnessing peace and happiness fall over my own friends not fictional characters.
“Wanna spend forever in Delaware with me?” got me teary eyed.
I know Salem got a lot of hate in the last book, but alot went down and honestly I just wanted to hug her and tell her I was proud one of my favourite moments in this book was her moment she had with Devon.
“Look, no one in this family is bloodless. Taylor and Huck went through years of hell before they finally got it right. So did Matty and Xed. Logan and I are still trying to figure it out, but that’s life. If you belong anywhere…”
“If you belong anywhere, it would definitely be here.”
Thank you Bree for blessing us with this series. It was messy, it was beautiful, it was filled with so many lessons. I am sad to say goodbye to these characters.
April 14, 2026
This was a good read. Devon and Christian’s story was a highly anticipated one for me and I’m glad we got it.
Devon and Christian definitely start off rocky. Considering their history this makes sense but as time goes on I loved seeing things smooth out and their relationship develop into more.
Devon began to fight for what he wanted and Christian started to come to terms with things that were changing in his life and in between this they started to connect, trust and rely on one another.
I would have loved to have seen more interactions between Dev and his parents. Having everything laid out on the table and then beginning to confront it would have been interesting.
Owen and Dev’s budding friendship was cute and I enjoyed the moments we got with them. Dev having a platonic cuddle buddy or a semi-platonic cuddle buddy seems like something that would have soothed some part of him. More of this would have been great or if Dev found a friend that was just his that he could call on.
I liked getting little insights on where everyone has landed in life. The differences and developments between Finding Delaware of Forgiving Utah were great to see! The writing was great and I enjoyed the storyline. I’m glad I picked this up!
💚ARC REVIEW🖤
☑️ Trigger Warnings
Devon and Christian definitely start off rocky. Considering their history this makes sense but as time goes on I loved seeing things smooth out and their relationship develop into more.
Devon began to fight for what he wanted and Christian started to come to terms with things that were changing in his life and in between this they started to connect, trust and rely on one another.
I would have loved to have seen more interactions between Dev and his parents. Having everything laid out on the table and then beginning to confront it would have been interesting.
Owen and Dev’s budding friendship was cute and I enjoyed the moments we got with them. Dev having a platonic cuddle buddy or a semi-platonic cuddle buddy seems like something that would have soothed some part of him. More of this would have been great or if Dev found a friend that was just his that he could call on.
I liked getting little insights on where everyone has landed in life. The differences and developments between Finding Delaware of Forgiving Utah were great to see! The writing was great and I enjoyed the storyline. I’m glad I picked this up!
💚ARC REVIEW🖤
☑️ Trigger Warnings
May 1, 2026
The final installment in the State of Us series delivers everything I hoped for and more, bringing us the deeply emotional story of Devon and Christian—two men who start off at odds but ultimately find something truly unforgettable in each other.
Their journey is a powerful enemies-to-lovers arc, filled with tension, vulnerability, and undeniable chemistry. Devon is a character who completely captured my heart. Struggling with addiction and a deep-rooted sense of unworthiness, he constantly battles the belief that he’ll never be loved simply for who he is, rather than what he can offer. His internal conflict is raw, confronting, and heartbreakingly real.
Christian, on the other hand, carries a different kind of pain—the quiet fear of being left behind. Watching the people he loves move on and build lives of their own, he’s left questioning where he fits and whether he’ll ever truly be someone’s first choice. His loneliness is subtle but deeply felt, making his emotional journey just as compelling.
Individually, they are broken in their own ways. Together, they are explosive, tender, and beautifully imperfect.
What makes this story so special is how they find each other despite everything—their pasts, their fears, and the walls they’ve built. Their connection is intense and layered, blending passion, lust, and a purity of love that feels hard-earned and completely authentic.
As with the rest of the series, this book had my heart in my throat. The emotional depth, the internal battles, and the way they slowly make space for one another left me completely invested. Watching them fight not just for love, but for themselves and each other, made their happy ending feel truly deserved.
Forgiving Utah is a stunning conclusion to a series I won’t soon forget—one that reminds us that even in our darkest moments, love can still find a way in.
Their journey is a powerful enemies-to-lovers arc, filled with tension, vulnerability, and undeniable chemistry. Devon is a character who completely captured my heart. Struggling with addiction and a deep-rooted sense of unworthiness, he constantly battles the belief that he’ll never be loved simply for who he is, rather than what he can offer. His internal conflict is raw, confronting, and heartbreakingly real.
Christian, on the other hand, carries a different kind of pain—the quiet fear of being left behind. Watching the people he loves move on and build lives of their own, he’s left questioning where he fits and whether he’ll ever truly be someone’s first choice. His loneliness is subtle but deeply felt, making his emotional journey just as compelling.
Individually, they are broken in their own ways. Together, they are explosive, tender, and beautifully imperfect.
What makes this story so special is how they find each other despite everything—their pasts, their fears, and the walls they’ve built. Their connection is intense and layered, blending passion, lust, and a purity of love that feels hard-earned and completely authentic.
As with the rest of the series, this book had my heart in my throat. The emotional depth, the internal battles, and the way they slowly make space for one another left me completely invested. Watching them fight not just for love, but for themselves and each other, made their happy ending feel truly deserved.
Forgiving Utah is a stunning conclusion to a series I won’t soon forget—one that reminds us that even in our darkest moments, love can still find a way in.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
June 9, 2026
Good
It was a tough read, but a well fought for HEA. Devon has come a long way, and I'm proud of him for it. I'm proud of Christian for helping him even when he didn't want to. It opened the door to a lot of growth for both of them.
Salem is still insufferable, and only had one redeeming moment. She owes multiple people apologies, especially Devon. Logan and Owen deserve way better than her. Multiple characters also owe Devon apologies for how they treated him. Devon isn't a saint by any means, but everybody dog piled on him when they also made mistakes and did toxic things to each other. Nobody was perfect, but they all made him the single villian.
Owen precious, and I really enjoyed the friendship he developed with Dev.
That said, there were parts of the plot that were brushed over, or just mentioned in passing and never revisited, especially in regards to the gap year. It also didn't give off found family vibes to me anymore and there were times where it all felt disconnected or forced.
It was a tough read, but a well fought for HEA. Devon has come a long way, and I'm proud of him for it. I'm proud of Christian for helping him even when he didn't want to. It opened the door to a lot of growth for both of them.
Salem is still insufferable, and only had one redeeming moment. She owes multiple people apologies, especially Devon. Logan and Owen deserve way better than her. Multiple characters also owe Devon apologies for how they treated him. Devon isn't a saint by any means, but everybody dog piled on him when they also made mistakes and did toxic things to each other. Nobody was perfect, but they all made him the single villian.
Owen precious, and I really enjoyed the friendship he developed with Dev.
That said, there were parts of the plot that were brushed over, or just mentioned in passing and never revisited, especially in regards to the gap year. It also didn't give off found family vibes to me anymore and there were times where it all felt disconnected or forced.
April 30, 2026
Forgiving Utah is the final book in the State of Us series
This is your vibe if you like
Bikers
Second chance
Found family
Broken boys
I just knew this book was going to hurt my feels but it was worth every punch to the feels.
I’ve wanted a Devon and Christian story since we got small moments in other books but Loving Ohio had me desperate for the book. For the broken boys to find their happiness. Was it the bumpiest road they could have possibly taken to get there? Absolutely! Do we expect anything less from them? Nope.
They’ve stolen the book fave from the series too. I loved Huck and Tay but Devon and Christian just hit differently.
If you’re looking for a new series to devour now is the time!
This is your vibe if you like
Bikers
Second chance
Found family
Broken boys
I just knew this book was going to hurt my feels but it was worth every punch to the feels.
I’ve wanted a Devon and Christian story since we got small moments in other books but Loving Ohio had me desperate for the book. For the broken boys to find their happiness. Was it the bumpiest road they could have possibly taken to get there? Absolutely! Do we expect anything less from them? Nope.
They’ve stolen the book fave from the series too. I loved Huck and Tay but Devon and Christian just hit differently.
If you’re looking for a new series to devour now is the time!
May 12, 2026
Devon + Christian
-mm romance
-second chances
-roommates
-broken boys & dirt bikes
-group spice/sharing is caring
-messy people finding messy love
-found family
ughhh i loved this book so much!! bree has such a way of writing love stories in a real & raw way! people are messy & we make mistakes & we are all NOT the same & our love stories don’t all look the same but its all about doing life with the people that complete you in the way you need & all agree to & she writes that perfectly for all! ughhh im just so obsessed with this whole series & our boys were so broken & devon just needs someone whos going to pick HIM. FIRST. & christian just needs to be needed..& they couldn’t be more perfect for each other!! 🥹☺️🥰
-mm romance
-second chances
-roommates
-broken boys & dirt bikes
-group spice/sharing is caring
-messy people finding messy love
-found family
ughhh i loved this book so much!! bree has such a way of writing love stories in a real & raw way! people are messy & we make mistakes & we are all NOT the same & our love stories don’t all look the same but its all about doing life with the people that complete you in the way you need & all agree to & she writes that perfectly for all! ughhh im just so obsessed with this whole series & our boys were so broken & devon just needs someone whos going to pick HIM. FIRST. & christian just needs to be needed..& they couldn’t be more perfect for each other!! 🥹☺️🥰
May 3, 2026
What the heck am I supposed to do now that there is no more books in this series? Cry?
Taylor’s proposal was freaking EVERYTHING and so on brand. I loved every second and every word out of his mouth and this is not even his book anymore. Also, Devon and Christian I just
I love them so much. Devon is everything. Christian is everything. They’re everything. I can’t believe this is the last book
Taylor’s proposal was freaking EVERYTHING and so on brand. I loved every second and every word out of his mouth and this is not even his book anymore. Also, Devon and Christian I just
I love them so much. Devon is everything. Christian is everything. They’re everything. I can’t believe this is the last book
May 1, 2026
4.5🌟 Devon my poor sad boy…State of Us forever 🖤💚🏍️💫
May 5, 2026
Forever traumatized by oatmeal now :/
June 14, 2026
Controversially may be one of my favourites it changed my brain chemistry
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