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Infinity
I am going to die.
I can't change or fix it.
It is just something that is bound to happen.
I have fought for so long that all I want to do is give up, but I can't because I have a sweet, devoted husband.
I have a sister, who I am deathly afraid to leave behind because I am all the family she has left.
And then there's Maximilian Grant--the ex that I can't seem to shake or get rid of.
I want to remain a warrior, but when what's left of my life is tested, and my love life becomes a jumbled up mess, all I can think is one heart shattering thing.
How can I leave this world peacefully knowing not only is there one man that would die for me, but two?
**INFINITY is a standalone novel that is based on a true story. It is a very heavy and very deep story, but there is light at the end of the tunnel.**
I can't change or fix it.
It is just something that is bound to happen.
I have fought for so long that all I want to do is give up, but I can't because I have a sweet, devoted husband.
I have a sister, who I am deathly afraid to leave behind because I am all the family she has left.
And then there's Maximilian Grant--the ex that I can't seem to shake or get rid of.
I want to remain a warrior, but when what's left of my life is tested, and my love life becomes a jumbled up mess, all I can think is one heart shattering thing.
How can I leave this world peacefully knowing not only is there one man that would die for me, but two?
**INFINITY is a standalone novel that is based on a true story. It is a very heavy and very deep story, but there is light at the end of the tunnel.**
274 pages, Kindle Edition
Published January 26, 2016
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January 28, 2016
TITLE: Infinity
AUTHOR: Shanora Williams
GENRE: Contemporary Romance
RELEASE DATE: January 27th, 2016
MY RATING:
GAH!! This has been zipping around on my newsfeed on facebook like a virus, most that have read it have said go in prepared with a box of tissues, so here goes, without the box of tissues, I'm not really a cryer..
Authors Note: A stand-alone novel that is based on a true story. It is a very heavy and very deep story, but there is light at the end of the tunnel.
Because of the subject matter in this book and knowing it's based on a dear friend of the authors who lost her battle you know straight away that this is going to be an emotional journey..
“After running a few tests on the black masses we found on your right lung, we’ve come to the conclusion that you have what is called Onyx Pleura Disease.”
I have an incurable disease
Infinity flows effortlessly from present to past, she's made peace with the fact that she can't fight this killer disease, she's happy within herself and the life she's lived to a point, but does have one past regret and that's where Max comes into the story..
Max (past) John (present) these two men are as different as chalk and cheese, Max is carefree and fun loving, whereas John is more serious like he carries the world on his shoulders. But John is the man she chose, the man she married..
I'm not satisfied with the life I've lived. In fact the first sixteen years of my life were a living hell, until I ran away from my drug dealing mother and brought Sonny with me.
Life is unfair. My life will always be an obstacle. My life, in most ways, has kinda sucked.
There was more darkness than light in my short lifetime. More sadness than happiness. More lies than truth. More fuck-ups than proud accomplishments.
MY THOUGHTS: Ok I'm not going to lie, this makes for hard reading, my heart breaks for John her husband I feel like she's too hard on him, he just wants her to fight, to not give up, she's made peace with the fact that her time is near but that doesn't mean he has, he's struggling, you can feel the love pouring out of him, sorry had to get that off my chest *phew*
She feels like John is smothering her, but I don't get that feeling from him at all, all he's doing is showing any way he can how deep his love for her goes..men (let me rephrase that some men) can not cope with the simple tool of expressing their emotions, John I feel is handling it way better than some men would..
Until the day we meet again
STOP THE BUS!! screeching of breaks!! OMFG!! How to write up this review without giving ANY spoilers away..F*ck me!! So I've just finished this right this very second, and here I am sitting in front of my trusty lappy trying to think, convey what is racing through my heart, through my mind..Everything I was prepared to happen in this book DID NOT HAPPEN!! Is it an emotional read, for some you will cry your little eyes out, is what you think is going to happen NO it does NOT!!
GAH!! I was ready for that to happen, but not to happen to the one person I connected with over all others..I didn't connect at all with her character, John YES because I could feel his love, his frustration, Max, god I loved him, for some reason I connected with him!! Larger than life max, always tried to make her happy..Gods I need to go hunt down 2 bloggers who read this!! One laughed when I one clicked this the other so kindly told me to buy shitloads of tissues!! Run girls Run!!
Ok now that I have cooled down some what, go in this with an open mind, expect the unexpected, it's beautifully written and the story just captures you heart and soul, for you criers yes there will be tears so go in prepared..Once i started this I couldn't put it down, you are just drawn into the story, your heart will break but then it will mend..Am I glad I one clicked this f*ck yes!!
June 2, 2016
★★★★4 Stars★★★★
When I first read the blurb of this story, I knew this was going to be a heartbreaking one. Having it based upon a true story and reading the author's note? I got really emotional with that part and tried my best to prepare myself.
Shannon has not had an easy life. Crappy parents,raising her younger sister on her own,life has been a constant battle but she manages.Finally at a place where she has everything she could ever want, she's been diagnosed with an incurable disease. This will ultimately be the fight of her life but she knows this is something she won't win. Coming to peace with that,she wants her husband to as well but he refuses to give up on her.
"I'm here to stay,and if you believe you're not meant to be here then I will sit right beside this bed every single day until you reach your last-
"Your last breath."
John would do anything for his wife. All he wants is to have a future with her and grow old together. But Shannon is already at her peace with her diagnosis and nothing would make her more happy than to spend her final days at home with her husband by her side.She's had a lot of regrets in her life and her biggest comes in the form of Maxmillian Grant.
"We just want to keep you happy for as long as we can...." "Until the day I'm gone, I whisper.
"No. Until the day we meet again."
Two men who love her unconditionally.
One heartbreaking outcome.
I think this story portrayed what it would be like to lose someone you love really well. I felt John's frustration his sadness and his impending grief. I didn't feel like he was suffocating Shannon,I felt like he was fighting for her and giving her hope the best way he knew how to.
I really liked Max and he made the story more interesting and fun. This was NOT a love triangle. Shannon's decision was already made a long time ago and I liked the fact that everything was made perfectly clear. As for the ending? I found it very bittersweet and I kept holding out hope until the very end.I still don't know how I feel about it but one thing is for sure: Only the good die young.
*Arc kindly provided in exchange for an honest review.
When I first read the blurb of this story, I knew this was going to be a heartbreaking one. Having it based upon a true story and reading the author's note? I got really emotional with that part and tried my best to prepare myself.
Shannon has not had an easy life. Crappy parents,raising her younger sister on her own,life has been a constant battle but she manages.Finally at a place where she has everything she could ever want, she's been diagnosed with an incurable disease. This will ultimately be the fight of her life but she knows this is something she won't win. Coming to peace with that,she wants her husband to as well but he refuses to give up on her.
"I'm here to stay,and if you believe you're not meant to be here then I will sit right beside this bed every single day until you reach your last-
"Your last breath."
John would do anything for his wife. All he wants is to have a future with her and grow old together. But Shannon is already at her peace with her diagnosis and nothing would make her more happy than to spend her final days at home with her husband by her side.She's had a lot of regrets in her life and her biggest comes in the form of Maxmillian Grant.
"We just want to keep you happy for as long as we can...." "Until the day I'm gone, I whisper.
"No. Until the day we meet again."
Two men who love her unconditionally.
One heartbreaking outcome.
I think this story portrayed what it would be like to lose someone you love really well. I felt John's frustration his sadness and his impending grief. I didn't feel like he was suffocating Shannon,I felt like he was fighting for her and giving her hope the best way he knew how to.
I really liked Max and he made the story more interesting and fun. This was NOT a love triangle. Shannon's decision was already made a long time ago and I liked the fact that everything was made perfectly clear. As for the ending? I found it very bittersweet and I kept holding out hope until the very end.I still don't know how I feel about it but one thing is for sure: Only the good die young.
*Arc kindly provided in exchange for an honest review.
February 10, 2017
ARC kindly provided by the author in exchange for an honest review.
I think this is one of the best books I've read this yeat! Gut-wrenching, emotional, raw but at the same time bittersweet and hopeful!
The story of a dying woman. Two men who love her and her choice to keep fighting.
I have no words to describe how this story made me feel. I loved everything in it and I especially loved how this was based on a true story!
Shannon is married and very sick. Her husband, John, loves her and he is there for her; through thick and thin. Their relationship was awe-inspiring.
Then there is Max; another man who impacted Shannon's life greatly.
I won't get into much detail, but I can definitely say that this author has a HUGE fan in me. Her skill is out of this world and her writing always manages to move me.
If you want something real and different, then read this! Word of advice: keep a box of tissues close. You will need them. Oh and there is a huge surprise in this one! This so not goes the way you think it does!
*****5 Stars*****
February 10, 2017
I am going to die.
I can’t change or fix it.
It is just something that is bound to happen.
I have fought for so long that all I want to do is give up, but I can’t because I have a sweet, devoted husband.
I have a sister, who I am deathly afraid to leave behind because I am all the family she has left.
And then there’s Maximilian Grant—the ex that I can’t seem to shake or get rid of.
I want to remain a warrior, but when what’s left of my life is tested, and my love life becomes a jumbled up mess, all I can think is one heart shattering thing.
How can I leave this world peacefully knowing not only is there one man that would die for me, but two?
**Infinity is a standalone novel that is based on a true story. It is a very heavy and very deep story, but there is light at the end of the tunnel.**
I can’t change or fix it.
It is just something that is bound to happen.
I have fought for so long that all I want to do is give up, but I can’t because I have a sweet, devoted husband.
I have a sister, who I am deathly afraid to leave behind because I am all the family she has left.
And then there’s Maximilian Grant—the ex that I can’t seem to shake or get rid of.
I want to remain a warrior, but when what’s left of my life is tested, and my love life becomes a jumbled up mess, all I can think is one heart shattering thing.
How can I leave this world peacefully knowing not only is there one man that would die for me, but two?
**Infinity is a standalone novel that is based on a true story. It is a very heavy and very deep story, but there is light at the end of the tunnel.**
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January 20, 2016
I do not have a heart left in my chest. It has been ripped out and smashed and shattered into millions of pieces after reading this book. Shanora Williams has managed and achieved to yet again make me
feel
so much emotion that I was mentally and emotionally drained after I was done with Infinity. I bawled like a big freaking baby and cried myself to sleep.
If you have read Shanora's other books, you'd know how much she shocks and blindsides her readers with these amazing and mind bending twists in her stories. And this one is no different. Although Infinity doesn't contain that much sexual content, PLEASE DO NOT BE DISCOURAGED. It goes so much deeper and better than that, believe me. I didn't even care or notice that at all. Not until the very end, at least. The story took such a drastic turn I wasn't expecting that I think I'd have a massive whiplash if I wasn't already a sobbing, hiccuping mess. I think I'm still grieving from so much loss from this book. I'm crying my eyes out and I feel like I've torn my heart out of my chest all over again just writing this review. It hurts. My heart hurts so bad.
Shannon Hales is sick. She was already given an expiration date, though she still feels like she hasn't really lived her life to the fullest yet. Not to mention, she's still so young and just in her twenties. She still had tons of dreams she wanted to fulfill. But I deeply admire her strength and drive to live, her compassion and love. Jonathan Streeter is her attentive, caring and very loving husband. There wouldn't be anything else a woman could ask for in a perfect husband. He has it all and I think Shannon is damn lucky to have him. He never left her side no matter what and held on tight with her. Maximilian Grant is another story all together. He's a cocky sweetheart with an adorable sense of humor from Shannon's past. He may not have been the man Shannon ended up marrying, but I've got to say, he's the one I connected with and loved so much more. He was the one who stole my heart—all my attention and affection. His persistence, love, and the way he tried so hard with Shannon, regardless of what happened, just melted my entire being. Honestly, he's the one who made my heart clench and stutter the entire time.
I can go on and on with my rants about this, but I'm not going to elaborate more with the fear of divulging something that will ruin the beauty of this story to you. Just know that this book has made me feel more emotion than I can ever imagine feeling in a single book. It was profoundly freeing and hopeful, yet so painful and devastating and extremely heartbreaking at the same time. It's about dealing with life and death and tragedy that will turn your world upside down. I just hope I did this book justice on my review. I still have that feeling deep within me that I won't be able to do justice on how brilliantly written this book is.
P.S. Before you read this, make sure you have a box of tissues on the ready and near your reach. And I'm calling dibs on Maximilian Grant. I'm his Little Shakes and I'm freaking claiming it.Sorry, not sorry.
If you have read Shanora's other books, you'd know how much she shocks and blindsides her readers with these amazing and mind bending twists in her stories. And this one is no different. Although Infinity doesn't contain that much sexual content, PLEASE DO NOT BE DISCOURAGED. It goes so much deeper and better than that, believe me. I didn't even care or notice that at all. Not until the very end, at least. The story took such a drastic turn I wasn't expecting that I think I'd have a massive whiplash if I wasn't already a sobbing, hiccuping mess. I think I'm still grieving from so much loss from this book. I'm crying my eyes out and I feel like I've torn my heart out of my chest all over again just writing this review. It hurts. My heart hurts so bad.
Shannon Hales is sick. She was already given an expiration date, though she still feels like she hasn't really lived her life to the fullest yet. Not to mention, she's still so young and just in her twenties. She still had tons of dreams she wanted to fulfill. But I deeply admire her strength and drive to live, her compassion and love. Jonathan Streeter is her attentive, caring and very loving husband. There wouldn't be anything else a woman could ask for in a perfect husband. He has it all and I think Shannon is damn lucky to have him. He never left her side no matter what and held on tight with her. Maximilian Grant is another story all together. He's a cocky sweetheart with an adorable sense of humor from Shannon's past. He may not have been the man Shannon ended up marrying, but I've got to say, he's the one I connected with and loved so much more. He was the one who stole my heart—all my attention and affection. His persistence, love, and the way he tried so hard with Shannon, regardless of what happened, just melted my entire being. Honestly, he's the one who made my heart clench and stutter the entire time.
I can go on and on with my rants about this, but I'm not going to elaborate more with the fear of divulging something that will ruin the beauty of this story to you. Just know that this book has made me feel more emotion than I can ever imagine feeling in a single book. It was profoundly freeing and hopeful, yet so painful and devastating and extremely heartbreaking at the same time. It's about dealing with life and death and tragedy that will turn your world upside down. I just hope I did this book justice on my review. I still have that feeling deep within me that I won't be able to do justice on how brilliantly written this book is.
P.S. Before you read this, make sure you have a box of tissues on the ready and near your reach. And I'm calling dibs on Maximilian Grant. I'm his Little Shakes and I'm freaking claiming it.
January 27, 2016
5 heartbreaking stars
This book slayed me, it’s been a while since I read an ugly cry book and Infinity certainly made up for it. Just the authors footnote giving some background to this story had me crying and I would recommend reading it to understand the authors mind-set in writing this story. For me it hit very close to home at this time and I doubted if I should read the story but I’m glad I did as there is always hope.
Shannon is dying, she is at peace with what seems to be her fate and we find her trying to prepare those around her for life after Shannon. She has had a tough life and fought to find stability for her and her younger sister and so this card she has been dealt seems especially cruel. Shannon had two great loves in a relatively short space of time and though it is obvious she loves he husband dearly facing her own mortality has her reminiscing over her life. The flow of the story between current time and Shannon’s flashbacks is flawlessly done.
My heart was just breaking for those around Shannon especially her husband John who would and was doing anything to find a cure for his wife, to prevent her death, he wasn’t ready to let her go even though Shannon kept pushing him to face life without her. The emotions in this book and very very real and very raw but it was superbly written. I just wanted to hug John as he faced the most challenging time anyone can go through.
Maxmillian Grant is Shannon’s ex, her first love and quite a character, he encourages Shannon’s crazy rebellious side and is just the outbreak she needs from the routine of doctors and medication. He encourages Shannon to chase her lifelong dream and in doing so gifts her the ultimate dream. Max’s love for Shannon was infinitive and it was heart breaking to read them putting the ghosts of their failed relationship to rest but it was cathartic for them both. I must add this includes a subject matter that I know is difficult for some to read and so only think it is fair to point out there is discussion involving abortion.
The ending to this book was very bittersweet and I was prepared for the inevitable outcome for the author to pull the rug with the unexpected twist that still left me sobbing. A beautifully written story that I loved despite its tough subject matter and would recommend if your heart is up to it, just remember the tissues.
This book slayed me, it’s been a while since I read an ugly cry book and Infinity certainly made up for it. Just the authors footnote giving some background to this story had me crying and I would recommend reading it to understand the authors mind-set in writing this story. For me it hit very close to home at this time and I doubted if I should read the story but I’m glad I did as there is always hope.
Shannon is dying, she is at peace with what seems to be her fate and we find her trying to prepare those around her for life after Shannon. She has had a tough life and fought to find stability for her and her younger sister and so this card she has been dealt seems especially cruel. Shannon had two great loves in a relatively short space of time and though it is obvious she loves he husband dearly facing her own mortality has her reminiscing over her life. The flow of the story between current time and Shannon’s flashbacks is flawlessly done.
My heart was just breaking for those around Shannon especially her husband John who would and was doing anything to find a cure for his wife, to prevent her death, he wasn’t ready to let her go even though Shannon kept pushing him to face life without her. The emotions in this book and very very real and very raw but it was superbly written. I just wanted to hug John as he faced the most challenging time anyone can go through.
Maxmillian Grant is Shannon’s ex, her first love and quite a character, he encourages Shannon’s crazy rebellious side and is just the outbreak she needs from the routine of doctors and medication. He encourages Shannon to chase her lifelong dream and in doing so gifts her the ultimate dream. Max’s love for Shannon was infinitive and it was heart breaking to read them putting the ghosts of their failed relationship to rest but it was cathartic for them both. I must add this includes a subject matter that I know is difficult for some to read and so only think it is fair to point out there is discussion involving abortion.
The ending to this book was very bittersweet and I was prepared for the inevitable outcome for the author to pull the rug with the unexpected twist that still left me sobbing. A beautifully written story that I loved despite its tough subject matter and would recommend if your heart is up to it, just remember the tissues.
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May 21, 2015YAY, a new book by one of my favorite authors!! This new story sounds both beautiful and emotional, I can't wait for it!! :D Release day TBA.
Blurb:
Life isn’t fair.
It never has been for me.
Granted only three months to live, I now realize there are things I shouldn’t have left behind. There were times when I felt so alive — what I need now more than ever. And most of those times were spent with Maximilian Grant.
Max, a cocky son-of-a- bitch, but a man who truly understood me and my complicated life. We were inseparable, the love and attraction undeniable, but tragic things happened that were beyond our control and it changed everything.
John Streeter came along and mended my brokenness. He was my savior and, soon enough, he became my husband. Loyal. Dependable. Sweet. Funny but oh-so-corny. He was safe and secure and I fell head over heels for him.
Just when I've lost the will to fight Max walks back into my life. It’s wrong, I know, but I need to feel that fire inside that only he can ignite. Before I know it, my relationship with my devoted husband is tested. Life turns into chaos. Emotions are tampered with, and every decision is in my hands.
My heart beats for two.
I need them both but I have to choose.
Blurb:
Life isn’t fair.
It never has been for me.
Granted only three months to live, I now realize there are things I shouldn’t have left behind. There were times when I felt so alive — what I need now more than ever. And most of those times were spent with Maximilian Grant.
Max, a cocky son-of-a- bitch, but a man who truly understood me and my complicated life. We were inseparable, the love and attraction undeniable, but tragic things happened that were beyond our control and it changed everything.
John Streeter came along and mended my brokenness. He was my savior and, soon enough, he became my husband. Loyal. Dependable. Sweet. Funny but oh-so-corny. He was safe and secure and I fell head over heels for him.
Just when I've lost the will to fight Max walks back into my life. It’s wrong, I know, but I need to feel that fire inside that only he can ignite. Before I know it, my relationship with my devoted husband is tested. Life turns into chaos. Emotions are tampered with, and every decision is in my hands.
My heart beats for two.
I need them both but I have to choose.
January 25, 2016
One of the best books I have read till now. This book was amazing because it made me cry, made me feel so much that I couldn't stop reading even if I wanted to. I wanted to go on forever and ever till infinity.
Th love, the loyalty, the pain that emitted from their love just engulfed hard and I felt the impact everywhere. I don't want to get on the story because If i do I might reveal it.
I highly highly recommend this book. I will forever cherish, love it.
Th love, the loyalty, the pain that emitted from their love just engulfed hard and I felt the impact everywhere. I don't want to get on the story because If i do I might reveal it.
I highly highly recommend this book. I will forever cherish, love it.
October 1, 2016
Review by Lisa Kane
Shannon Hales Streeter is dying. She has Onyx Pleura Disorder and is slowly fading. She's been confined to a hospital bed and is tired. Tired of treatments, tired of hurting , tired of trying to do what her husband and sister what her to do-fight. She's married to the sweetest man, John, a reknowned chef who is giving up his whole life for her. Instead of creating innovative, unique dishes he sits at her bedside. Shannon wants him to go back to work, to learn to live a life without her, because sooner rather than later he's going to have to. She was given eight months and five of those have already gone by. While she is getting experimental medicines, only a lung transplant could save her. She's been on that list for a long time-but her chances of surviving the surgery are slim and that hurts and chance of her getting a donation. That and the fact that a specific part of the lung is necessary and must be a match. She's long given up any false hope for a last minute reprieve.
Besides matching blood types, there is a certain section of the lung that has to be taken in order for it to be replaced. We are on a long waiting list. It's been years. I've given up hope.
She and John have been together for a few years. They both had similar crappy childhoods and their mutual trust issues bonded them. Shannon worked 3 jobs when she was a teenager to support her sister Sonny and herself. Her mother was too busy dealing drugs and her father had overdosed leaving them with nothing. It was John who helped picked her up, especially when she was diagnosed on their honeymoon. His love is all encompassing; even if it is a bit controlling. It is John who refuses to let Shannon give up-he will carry enough hope for both of them.
"I want you to move on! Forget about me and this fucking hospital already! We both know I'm not going anywhere. Well, actually, no. I take that back. I'm eventually going somewhere: deep in the dirt."
John wasn't the only love that Shannon had-four years before her heart was swept away by Max Grant, a bartender who worked at the same club as Shannon. Theirs was a passionate affair, but doomed. Their break up shook Shannon to her core and she had to make herself move on. Max is aware she is sick-she made sure he knew he had to leave her alone; her husband is the one who she will rely on. Max lost that right a long time ago.
But Max is back and wants to see Shannon. She puts him off; what good can come of seeing each other again. She's married and she owes John her loyalty. But Max is relentless when he wants something and he wants to see Shannon; talk to Shannon. Eventually she gives in and Max is once again part of her life. Max could not be happier, Little Shakes is back in his life.
"Little Shakes?" I breathed.
"Yes."
"What does that stand for?"
"The way you shake those hips to the music when you whip up those drinks..."
John and Max could not be more different. John is grounded and stable and utterly devoted to her. Max is like quicksilver; he draws the crowd and is fun and light. Maybe both men bring the balance to the equation-one is yin the other yang. But one can't have two loves so who wins and who gets hurt?
"But I don't get it...why you never tried to find someone else, I mean. You knew I was marrying John, but you were persistent."
"I wanted to win you back. Guess I just didn't have the best of luck."
"What made you stop trying so hard?"
This is a beautiful story about a woman who is more than aware of her own mortality and her regrets. But don't be lulled into thinking that you as a reader are going to know how this story ends-I doubt you will see the twists and turns coming. Does anyone ever really know what life holds for them, even when that person is dying?
That's what we as people should hold onto; the joy we shared. The life we created. The countless memories. Because those memories can be powerful, and they can last infinitely.
Shannon Hales Streeter is dying. She has Onyx Pleura Disorder and is slowly fading. She's been confined to a hospital bed and is tired. Tired of treatments, tired of hurting , tired of trying to do what her husband and sister what her to do-fight. She's married to the sweetest man, John, a reknowned chef who is giving up his whole life for her. Instead of creating innovative, unique dishes he sits at her bedside. Shannon wants him to go back to work, to learn to live a life without her, because sooner rather than later he's going to have to. She was given eight months and five of those have already gone by. While she is getting experimental medicines, only a lung transplant could save her. She's been on that list for a long time-but her chances of surviving the surgery are slim and that hurts and chance of her getting a donation. That and the fact that a specific part of the lung is necessary and must be a match. She's long given up any false hope for a last minute reprieve.
Besides matching blood types, there is a certain section of the lung that has to be taken in order for it to be replaced. We are on a long waiting list. It's been years. I've given up hope.
She and John have been together for a few years. They both had similar crappy childhoods and their mutual trust issues bonded them. Shannon worked 3 jobs when she was a teenager to support her sister Sonny and herself. Her mother was too busy dealing drugs and her father had overdosed leaving them with nothing. It was John who helped picked her up, especially when she was diagnosed on their honeymoon. His love is all encompassing; even if it is a bit controlling. It is John who refuses to let Shannon give up-he will carry enough hope for both of them.
"I want you to move on! Forget about me and this fucking hospital already! We both know I'm not going anywhere. Well, actually, no. I take that back. I'm eventually going somewhere: deep in the dirt."
John wasn't the only love that Shannon had-four years before her heart was swept away by Max Grant, a bartender who worked at the same club as Shannon. Theirs was a passionate affair, but doomed. Their break up shook Shannon to her core and she had to make herself move on. Max is aware she is sick-she made sure he knew he had to leave her alone; her husband is the one who she will rely on. Max lost that right a long time ago.
But Max is back and wants to see Shannon. She puts him off; what good can come of seeing each other again. She's married and she owes John her loyalty. But Max is relentless when he wants something and he wants to see Shannon; talk to Shannon. Eventually she gives in and Max is once again part of her life. Max could not be happier, Little Shakes is back in his life.
"Little Shakes?" I breathed.
"Yes."
"What does that stand for?"
"The way you shake those hips to the music when you whip up those drinks..."
John and Max could not be more different. John is grounded and stable and utterly devoted to her. Max is like quicksilver; he draws the crowd and is fun and light. Maybe both men bring the balance to the equation-one is yin the other yang. But one can't have two loves so who wins and who gets hurt?
"But I don't get it...why you never tried to find someone else, I mean. You knew I was marrying John, but you were persistent."
"I wanted to win you back. Guess I just didn't have the best of luck."
"What made you stop trying so hard?"
This is a beautiful story about a woman who is more than aware of her own mortality and her regrets. But don't be lulled into thinking that you as a reader are going to know how this story ends-I doubt you will see the twists and turns coming. Does anyone ever really know what life holds for them, even when that person is dying?
That's what we as people should hold onto; the joy we shared. The life we created. The countless memories. Because those memories can be powerful, and they can last infinitely.
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January 31, 2016Review coming up today! xx
January 26, 2016
Infinity
Shanora Williams
5 heart breaking & brilliant stars
I need to preface this review with the Note From The Author. Before diving into this book do NOT skip her thoughts she gifts us. Shanora’s words are the preface to a beautiful yet tragic account of a true story. Her friend had lung cancer – never smoked a cigarette in her life but yet this disease destroyed her body but never her zest for life. I almost wrote Tracy and told her I couldn’t read this … but then I thought if Shanora was brave enough to write it then I could definitely be brave enough to read it. When cancer touches your life it changes …. I know this to be true. Fortunately the person cancer touched in my life is now 18 years old and in remission. But with remission comes fear that it will return – just like Shanora’s friend, my nephew has never looked back, he has been braver than any of us who weren’t fighting.
Get ready for the read of your life …. Get ready for everything that lies within you to shatter into a million tiny pieces. Don’t be afraid .. be brave. You owe it to the woman who inspired this story.
Shannon Hale was not given an easy life even before her diagnosis in her twenties. Her parents sucked leaving her to raise her younger sister Sonny. Part of Shannon’s fear is not dying .. its leaving her sister behind. In fact nothing about death scares her except for not being around to be there for those who need her. Her regrets only lie in that she still has so much to do and so much life to live but her time is coming to an end. She is at peace but she also will fighting until her last breath. Her lows come in quick and swoop the hope from her but with John by her side he will carry enough optimism for the both of them. Matching a specific part of a lung; meaning a perfect match, in order to live cant be too difficult .--- right????
John is an angel, a husband who only has eyes for his wife. He would give his own to keep her alive. He is perfect. Yet there is another man who holds her heart; Max Grant. Mr. Swagger himself; the man who makes her laugh, but a man from her past. A past that became broken; something she didn’t need again in her life. Shannon didn’t pick him … she picked John but her heart is cherished by two wonderful men. But John has been there every step of the way with Shannon; their lives connected with by similar horrific crappy situations.
The time of the diagnosis will destroy you. Im not going to say much else because I cant without giving away some spoilers. Keep reading .. never give up and say you cant take it because you will want to see this through. Trust me on this and every woman on the planet will want to find a man like John. Trust me on that as well. Never doubt what I say … I would not steer you wrong. Click this up … crawl up in a blanket in a cozy corner and bring tissues.
Thank you Shanora for the ARC. You broke me. Review to post to Ramblings From Beneath The Sheets.
Shanora Williams
5 heart breaking & brilliant stars
I need to preface this review with the Note From The Author. Before diving into this book do NOT skip her thoughts she gifts us. Shanora’s words are the preface to a beautiful yet tragic account of a true story. Her friend had lung cancer – never smoked a cigarette in her life but yet this disease destroyed her body but never her zest for life. I almost wrote Tracy and told her I couldn’t read this … but then I thought if Shanora was brave enough to write it then I could definitely be brave enough to read it. When cancer touches your life it changes …. I know this to be true. Fortunately the person cancer touched in my life is now 18 years old and in remission. But with remission comes fear that it will return – just like Shanora’s friend, my nephew has never looked back, he has been braver than any of us who weren’t fighting.
Get ready for the read of your life …. Get ready for everything that lies within you to shatter into a million tiny pieces. Don’t be afraid .. be brave. You owe it to the woman who inspired this story.
Shannon Hale was not given an easy life even before her diagnosis in her twenties. Her parents sucked leaving her to raise her younger sister Sonny. Part of Shannon’s fear is not dying .. its leaving her sister behind. In fact nothing about death scares her except for not being around to be there for those who need her. Her regrets only lie in that she still has so much to do and so much life to live but her time is coming to an end. She is at peace but she also will fighting until her last breath. Her lows come in quick and swoop the hope from her but with John by her side he will carry enough optimism for the both of them. Matching a specific part of a lung; meaning a perfect match, in order to live cant be too difficult .--- right????
John is an angel, a husband who only has eyes for his wife. He would give his own to keep her alive. He is perfect. Yet there is another man who holds her heart; Max Grant. Mr. Swagger himself; the man who makes her laugh, but a man from her past. A past that became broken; something she didn’t need again in her life. Shannon didn’t pick him … she picked John but her heart is cherished by two wonderful men. But John has been there every step of the way with Shannon; their lives connected with by similar horrific crappy situations.
The time of the diagnosis will destroy you. Im not going to say much else because I cant without giving away some spoilers. Keep reading .. never give up and say you cant take it because you will want to see this through. Trust me on this and every woman on the planet will want to find a man like John. Trust me on that as well. Never doubt what I say … I would not steer you wrong. Click this up … crawl up in a blanket in a cozy corner and bring tissues.
Thank you Shanora for the ARC. You broke me. Review to post to Ramblings From Beneath The Sheets.
February 10, 2016
*Review copy received from the author for an honest review*
4 “Who is Max?” stars!
NO!! NO!! NO!! Why?!?! Oh, Max, Shannon, and John, you have made me cry!!! Not ugly cry, but I did have a tear or two fall down my cheek. But more than that, I am just MAD! What a sad mess these three are!!
“I’m your freedom?”
So, Shannon has two amazing loves in her life, that would be Max and John, and only a short period of time to spend with them. This truly is a sad, sad story! I don’t know what made me think this was going to be a love triangle kind of book, but I did, and I was quite surprised when I figured out it wasn’t.
“Shannon Hales-Streeter, the girl without a future.”
This is the story of Shannon’s struggle to make amends with the past, but yet hang on to the present, while preparing for her death. See…I told you, sad!! The story tosses you back and forth between present and past, and I loved the way it was done. It wasn’t like you were told both stories at once, it was more like the past parts were tossed in when you needed an explanation. I liked that!! This way gave me everything I needed without overdoing it.
“That night, anything could have happened. But he happened. We happened. And I wouldn’t change it for the world.”
If you don’t know, Max is her past and John is her future. Both are great guys, but Max and Shannon just had too many ups and downs during their time. But, with Shannon’s bad news, Max comes creeping back into Shannon’s present. I honestly found myself rooting for him even though there wasn’t anything to root for! LOL!! I wanted to see a HEA for everyone, and it just wasn’t happening.
“I just can’t believe that it’s you I’m going to lose. Out of everyone there could be…it just has to be you.”
Ok, I can’t say anymore without giving away too much, except that this story is a heartbreaker!! But I think you already figured that out. It’s a well written story with a great flow. The characters are amazing and they take your emotions on a roller coaster ride. I was very close to giving this story 4.5 or 5 stars, but a few scenes just didn’t sit right with me ;) It’s a definite must read, though!!
Happy Reading!!
4 “Who is Max?” stars!
NO!! NO!! NO!! Why?!?! Oh, Max, Shannon, and John, you have made me cry!!! Not ugly cry, but I did have a tear or two fall down my cheek. But more than that, I am just MAD! What a sad mess these three are!!
“I’m your freedom?”
So, Shannon has two amazing loves in her life, that would be Max and John, and only a short period of time to spend with them. This truly is a sad, sad story! I don’t know what made me think this was going to be a love triangle kind of book, but I did, and I was quite surprised when I figured out it wasn’t.
“Shannon Hales-Streeter, the girl without a future.”
This is the story of Shannon’s struggle to make amends with the past, but yet hang on to the present, while preparing for her death. See…I told you, sad!! The story tosses you back and forth between present and past, and I loved the way it was done. It wasn’t like you were told both stories at once, it was more like the past parts were tossed in when you needed an explanation. I liked that!! This way gave me everything I needed without overdoing it.
“That night, anything could have happened. But he happened. We happened. And I wouldn’t change it for the world.”
If you don’t know, Max is her past and John is her future. Both are great guys, but Max and Shannon just had too many ups and downs during their time. But, with Shannon’s bad news, Max comes creeping back into Shannon’s present. I honestly found myself rooting for him even though there wasn’t anything to root for! LOL!! I wanted to see a HEA for everyone, and it just wasn’t happening.
“I just can’t believe that it’s you I’m going to lose. Out of everyone there could be…it just has to be you.”
Ok, I can’t say anymore without giving away too much, except that this story is a heartbreaker!! But I think you already figured that out. It’s a well written story with a great flow. The characters are amazing and they take your emotions on a roller coaster ride. I was very close to giving this story 4.5 or 5 stars, but a few scenes just didn’t sit right with me ;) It’s a definite must read, though!!
Happy Reading!!
January 23, 2016
This is only the second book of Shanora's that I ever read. I need every damn book she has out.
Shannon is in her twenties and suffering from a disease that won't let her live her life to the fullest. She has dreams of going places that she knows she can't go. But that doesn't stop her from at least trying..
Her loving husband John tries to protect her and tries his hardest to give her everything she needs. As a upcoming Chef, he has his dreams too. But he tries his hardest to put his dreams aside to be by her side every minute. She and John have something very special
Max Grant, her past love, doesn't know how to accept a no. He pops back into her life and makes her feel things she has tried her hardest to forget but she knows she never will forget. Max wants to give her the one thing she has always wanted. A trip to Paris.
There is so much more to this story. This book is based on true events. Warning, this book will hit your heart and make you feel. Infinity is heartbreaking and loving at the same time..
This is in book I will never forget.
Infinity will now be on my top 5 reads.
I wish I could give this book more than 5 stars!!!!
Shannon is in her twenties and suffering from a disease that won't let her live her life to the fullest. She has dreams of going places that she knows she can't go. But that doesn't stop her from at least trying..
Her loving husband John tries to protect her and tries his hardest to give her everything she needs. As a upcoming Chef, he has his dreams too. But he tries his hardest to put his dreams aside to be by her side every minute. She and John have something very special
Max Grant, her past love, doesn't know how to accept a no. He pops back into her life and makes her feel things she has tried her hardest to forget but she knows she never will forget. Max wants to give her the one thing she has always wanted. A trip to Paris.
There is so much more to this story. This book is based on true events. Warning, this book will hit your heart and make you feel. Infinity is heartbreaking and loving at the same time..
This is in book I will never forget.
Infinity will now be on my top 5 reads.
I wish I could give this book more than 5 stars!!!!
February 1, 2016
4.5 stars! Talk about ugly crying. Very emotional and heartbreaking. Loved Shanora!❤️❤️
February 22, 2016
omg amazing book 6 stars for sure. full review to come.
November 15, 2016
My heart is still hurting!
Omgggg I can't! I've put off reading this book for as long as I could because that blurb just destroyed me. And now that I've finished? No words. There are none. My heart is broken, my face fresh with tears and my soul is aching. Shanora is an author that truly inspires and could write just about everything and anything. And that takes a lot of talent. Right from the start I was already crying, emotional from the words. But then that twist at the end? Gut-wrenching. I have lost the ability to form words because I am in so much pain. Loved this book so much. Thank you Shanora for this story. I never knew how much I needed it til now.
Omgggg I can't! I've put off reading this book for as long as I could because that blurb just destroyed me. And now that I've finished? No words. There are none. My heart is broken, my face fresh with tears and my soul is aching. Shanora is an author that truly inspires and could write just about everything and anything. And that takes a lot of talent. Right from the start I was already crying, emotional from the words. But then that twist at the end? Gut-wrenching. I have lost the ability to form words because I am in so much pain. Loved this book so much. Thank you Shanora for this story. I never knew how much I needed it til now.
January 18, 2018
Heartwarming
I didn't want to read this book after I got it. I kept putting it off. I'm not really a reader of sad books. But the second I started reading it, I couldn't put it down. It was funny and moving all at once. The love Shannan had for both John and Max was equal in strength, just a different kind of love. And the end...heart breaking. But still a welcoming HEA for the heroine.
I didn't want to read this book after I got it. I kept putting it off. I'm not really a reader of sad books. But the second I started reading it, I couldn't put it down. It was funny and moving all at once. The love Shannan had for both John and Max was equal in strength, just a different kind of love. And the end...heart breaking. But still a welcoming HEA for the heroine.
November 30, 2019
Don't get me wrong I liked this book but the ending has me confused as hell. I know this is a true story but what part is the truth and what was added to add to the story? Was Max real? Was the ending real or changed so that there was a HEA? What was the passage of time before her passing? I would have loved an epilogue as to where the family is at now.
June 20, 2019
Beautiful Story
Wow I really enjoyed and love this story, I felt the love between the main characters through the pages. Ms Shanora Williams you have a gift and I can say I always enjoy all your stories. Keep up the great work
Wow I really enjoyed and love this story, I felt the love between the main characters through the pages. Ms Shanora Williams you have a gift and I can say I always enjoy all your stories. Keep up the great work
October 5, 2019
5 🌟
This book blew me away. It was deep and heart wrenching. Funny moments, sad moments, heartbreaking moments. I very rarely cry when reading books, but this one tore through me and god did I need the tissues. It has a beautiful but sad happily ever after.
This book blew me away. It was deep and heart wrenching. Funny moments, sad moments, heartbreaking moments. I very rarely cry when reading books, but this one tore through me and god did I need the tissues. It has a beautiful but sad happily ever after.
October 7, 2021
Tearful goodbyes
This book was everything I thought it would be I couldn't stop crying towards the end So full of emotion. This is what true love really is I don't know that I would have the same strength beautifully written.
This book was everything I thought it would be I couldn't stop crying towards the end So full of emotion. This is what true love really is I don't know that I would have the same strength beautifully written.
March 6, 2018
5 infinity stars 🌟 Wow this book was heartfelt and emotional and I have just finished a major crying session
April 17, 2018
Infinity is amazing. I absolutely loved reading it. The author did a wonderful job telling the story. I highly recommend this book.
February 2, 2016
~Renery, ★★★★★ 5 stars
I do not have a heart left in my chest. It has been ripped out and smashed and shattered into millions of pieces after reading this book. Shanora Williams has managed and achieved to yet again make me feel so much emotion that I was mentally and emotionally drained after I was done with Infinity. I bawled like a big freaking baby and cried myself to sleep.
If you have read Shanora's other books, you'd know how much she shocks and blindsides her readers with these amazing and mind bending twists in her stories. And this one is no different. Although Infinity doesn't contain that much sexual content, PLEASE DO NOT BE DISCOURAGED. It goes so much deeper and better than that, believe me. I didn't even care or notice that at all. Not until the very end, at least. The story took such a drastic turn I wasn't expecting that I think I'd have a massive whiplash if I wasn't already a sobbing, hiccuping mess. I think I'm still grieving from so much loss from this book. I'm crying my eyes out and I feel like I've torn my heart out of my chest all over again just writing this review. It hurts. My heart hurts so bad.
Shannon Hales is sick. She was already given an expiration date, though she still feels like she hasn't really lived her life to the fullest yet. Not to mention, she's still so young and just in her twenties. She still had tons of dreams she wanted to fulfill. But I deeply admire her strength and drive to live, her compassion and love. Jonathan Streeter is her attentive, caring and very loving husband. There wouldn't be anything else a woman could ask for in a perfect husband. He has it all and I think Shannon is damn lucky to have him. He never left her side no matter what and held on tight with her. Maximilian Grant is another story all together. He's a cocky sweetheart with an adorable sense of humor from Shannon's past. He may not have been the man Shannon ended up marrying, but I've got to say, he's the one I connected with and loved so much more. He was the one who stole my heart—all my attention and affection. His persistence, love, and the way he tried so hard with Shannon, regardless of what happened, just melted my entire being. Honestly, he's the one who made my heart clench and stutter the entire time.
I can go on and on with my rants about this, but I'm not going to elaborate more with the fear of divulging something that will ruin the beauty of this story to you. Just know that this book has made me feel more emotion than I can ever imagine feeling in a single book. It was profoundly freeing and hopeful, yet so painful and devastating and extremely heartbreaking at the same time. It's about dealing with life and death and tragedy that will turn your world upside down. I just hope I did this book justice on my review. I still have that feeling deep within me that I won't be able to do justice on how brilliantly written this book is.
P.S. Before you read this, make sure you have a box of tissues on the ready and near your reach. And I'm calling dibs on Maximilian Grant. I'm his Little Shakes and I'm freaking claiming it. Sorry, not sorry.
I do not have a heart left in my chest. It has been ripped out and smashed and shattered into millions of pieces after reading this book. Shanora Williams has managed and achieved to yet again make me feel so much emotion that I was mentally and emotionally drained after I was done with Infinity. I bawled like a big freaking baby and cried myself to sleep.
If you have read Shanora's other books, you'd know how much she shocks and blindsides her readers with these amazing and mind bending twists in her stories. And this one is no different. Although Infinity doesn't contain that much sexual content, PLEASE DO NOT BE DISCOURAGED. It goes so much deeper and better than that, believe me. I didn't even care or notice that at all. Not until the very end, at least. The story took such a drastic turn I wasn't expecting that I think I'd have a massive whiplash if I wasn't already a sobbing, hiccuping mess. I think I'm still grieving from so much loss from this book. I'm crying my eyes out and I feel like I've torn my heart out of my chest all over again just writing this review. It hurts. My heart hurts so bad.
Shannon Hales is sick. She was already given an expiration date, though she still feels like she hasn't really lived her life to the fullest yet. Not to mention, she's still so young and just in her twenties. She still had tons of dreams she wanted to fulfill. But I deeply admire her strength and drive to live, her compassion and love. Jonathan Streeter is her attentive, caring and very loving husband. There wouldn't be anything else a woman could ask for in a perfect husband. He has it all and I think Shannon is damn lucky to have him. He never left her side no matter what and held on tight with her. Maximilian Grant is another story all together. He's a cocky sweetheart with an adorable sense of humor from Shannon's past. He may not have been the man Shannon ended up marrying, but I've got to say, he's the one I connected with and loved so much more. He was the one who stole my heart—all my attention and affection. His persistence, love, and the way he tried so hard with Shannon, regardless of what happened, just melted my entire being. Honestly, he's the one who made my heart clench and stutter the entire time.
I can go on and on with my rants about this, but I'm not going to elaborate more with the fear of divulging something that will ruin the beauty of this story to you. Just know that this book has made me feel more emotion than I can ever imagine feeling in a single book. It was profoundly freeing and hopeful, yet so painful and devastating and extremely heartbreaking at the same time. It's about dealing with life and death and tragedy that will turn your world upside down. I just hope I did this book justice on my review. I still have that feeling deep within me that I won't be able to do justice on how brilliantly written this book is.
P.S. Before you read this, make sure you have a box of tissues on the ready and near your reach. And I'm calling dibs on Maximilian Grant. I'm his Little Shakes and I'm freaking claiming it. Sorry, not sorry.
January 23, 2023
This is one of the most emotional , beautiful, and heart aching stories I have ever read. In saying that, I truly love this book. I knew what I thought the outcome would be , I still continued to read this book because Shannon, the main character will draw you in and keep you glued to her life story and all going on.
Shannon came from parents who were pretty horrible; she ended up raising her younger sister and she has had to struggle to keep her head above water but she kept trying and she did it. Finally she is in a place in her life where she feels she is where she can be happy with the life she has made but just as she is ready relax, something comes along and rips away at her happiness………. Shannon is sick and I mean super sick and Shannon is just ready to live out her life without fighting since she has 3 months to live. Shannon’s husband Jonathan Streeter, is loving and kind- he is working toward being a chef and all he wants to do is make her happy. He is safe and he is like in a way her security blanket- always there to catch her if she falls. He is the ideal husband and Shannon loves him for this.
Shannon thinks back on her life and wonders about the one she left behind, the one that still holds a part of her heart-- Maximilian Grant. Max is very arrogant and full of bluster but when it comes to Shannon, all bets are off. He loves her deeply and would do anything for her. They had some falling out and Shannon ended up marrying John instead of Max. Max is still her friend but there is a what if feeling between them. When Shannon and Max are around each other and they speak to each other, it will give you pause. This is true love and its so sad because she is dying and this man would do anything for her because he wants her happy and would give her the moon, the stars and the sun to make her well again. Max was such a sweetheart, even though he came off as somewhat of a jerk at first. Shannon , Max and John-what a love triangle we have but not really. You will need tissues for this because I was crying and just when I thought I knew how the story ended, Max really upped the ante. Time and Space means nothing if he cannot be with the one he loves. Max is the one I really felt should have been with Shannon..not to say John wasn’t a good man, I just really got more of a connection with Shannon and John. There is a huge twist the comes toward the end for Shannon. I have to warn you to get tissues handy. I want to tell you how much I loved this story and how this story will make you questions some things in your own life but question it in a good way…OMG, I LOVE this book and cannot wait to read more from this author.
My rating: 5.0 stars *****
Shannon came from parents who were pretty horrible; she ended up raising her younger sister and she has had to struggle to keep her head above water but she kept trying and she did it. Finally she is in a place in her life where she feels she is where she can be happy with the life she has made but just as she is ready relax, something comes along and rips away at her happiness………. Shannon is sick and I mean super sick and Shannon is just ready to live out her life without fighting since she has 3 months to live. Shannon’s husband Jonathan Streeter, is loving and kind- he is working toward being a chef and all he wants to do is make her happy. He is safe and he is like in a way her security blanket- always there to catch her if she falls. He is the ideal husband and Shannon loves him for this.
Shannon thinks back on her life and wonders about the one she left behind, the one that still holds a part of her heart-- Maximilian Grant. Max is very arrogant and full of bluster but when it comes to Shannon, all bets are off. He loves her deeply and would do anything for her. They had some falling out and Shannon ended up marrying John instead of Max. Max is still her friend but there is a what if feeling between them. When Shannon and Max are around each other and they speak to each other, it will give you pause. This is true love and its so sad because she is dying and this man would do anything for her because he wants her happy and would give her the moon, the stars and the sun to make her well again. Max was such a sweetheart, even though he came off as somewhat of a jerk at first. Shannon , Max and John-what a love triangle we have but not really. You will need tissues for this because I was crying and just when I thought I knew how the story ended, Max really upped the ante. Time and Space means nothing if he cannot be with the one he loves. Max is the one I really felt should have been with Shannon..not to say John wasn’t a good man, I just really got more of a connection with Shannon and John. There is a huge twist the comes toward the end for Shannon. I have to warn you to get tissues handy. I want to tell you how much I loved this story and how this story will make you questions some things in your own life but question it in a good way…OMG, I LOVE this book and cannot wait to read more from this author.
My rating: 5.0 stars *****
March 3, 2017
This was so bad and cheesy on many levels. It was also littered with grammatical and spelling mistakes. But the best mistake of all: "I went to see the Foo Foo Fighters". Yes, foo foo indeed
January 26, 2016
Simply beautiful. Yes, that's what I was thinking as I finished Infinity and was smiling through my tears. A book that made me feel such emotion, at times I had to stop to catch my breath, almost hesitant to continue. But I knew that Shanora Williams, with her unique style of writing, would guarantee that I would be happy that I did.
I guess what I loved most of all about this book was the realism. The author never holds back. Even through painful events, when hope is just about at it's end, there is still the drive to move forward. For Shannon, her time may be almost up but with the love that surrounds her in the form of her sister Sonya (Sonny) and her devoted husband John, anything seems possible.
Told in both past and present we get to meet the other man in her life, her former love Max. The man who could charm with just a smile, encourage crazy adventures and hurt Shannon like no one else. His presence is carefully juxtaposed against the realistic nature that is John, the man who never left his wife's side, never let her falter but at times could almost be overwhelming with his good intentions. Both men love her more than anything but it's through true sacrifice that ultimately comes in various forms, that proves their devotion to their Shannon.
This is not your typical triangle. Not even close. Yes there are two loves in Shannon's life but only one is her true soulmate. Through a devastating illness, we watch as Shannon tries to live as she pleases, trying to do what's right, yet not wanting to let go of feelings that still haunt her. I loved that she consistently made the right choices but was still human enough to recognize that maybe there is still room in her heart for one more.
I went through a myriad of emotions with this book, felt this story deep in my soul and kept reading even when I was afraid to turn the page. The author masterfully combines tragedy, hope, passion, humor along with great love. In the end it's the love that I felt and the joy that there can still be light when everything seems so dark. The fact that the author based this on real events in her own life made it that much more genuine.
This one will make you feel. But in the very best way. And yes, grab those tissues...you are going to need them.
Not to be missed. I honestly can't recommend this book highly enough. A huge 5+ stars.
I guess what I loved most of all about this book was the realism. The author never holds back. Even through painful events, when hope is just about at it's end, there is still the drive to move forward. For Shannon, her time may be almost up but with the love that surrounds her in the form of her sister Sonya (Sonny) and her devoted husband John, anything seems possible.
Told in both past and present we get to meet the other man in her life, her former love Max. The man who could charm with just a smile, encourage crazy adventures and hurt Shannon like no one else. His presence is carefully juxtaposed against the realistic nature that is John, the man who never left his wife's side, never let her falter but at times could almost be overwhelming with his good intentions. Both men love her more than anything but it's through true sacrifice that ultimately comes in various forms, that proves their devotion to their Shannon.
This is not your typical triangle. Not even close. Yes there are two loves in Shannon's life but only one is her true soulmate. Through a devastating illness, we watch as Shannon tries to live as she pleases, trying to do what's right, yet not wanting to let go of feelings that still haunt her. I loved that she consistently made the right choices but was still human enough to recognize that maybe there is still room in her heart for one more.
I went through a myriad of emotions with this book, felt this story deep in my soul and kept reading even when I was afraid to turn the page. The author masterfully combines tragedy, hope, passion, humor along with great love. In the end it's the love that I felt and the joy that there can still be light when everything seems so dark. The fact that the author based this on real events in her own life made it that much more genuine.
This one will make you feel. But in the very best way. And yes, grab those tissues...you are going to need them.
Not to be missed. I honestly can't recommend this book highly enough. A huge 5+ stars.
February 5, 2016
What a fantastically emotional heartrending book, based on a true story which makes it even more so. Beautifully written, anyone who can get through this without shedding a tear- then you haven't got a heart.
Tells the story of Shannon who has an incurable disease, and is trying to live her life to the max before the inevitable happens. With a traumatic childhood behind her, she really only has her sister Sonya ( Sonny) as family. There are two men in her life, past and present, Max who is her past love, who until he met Shannon was a ladies man, handsome, with a mouth and a smile to charm the birds off the trees. Adventurous and daring Max takes Shannon to the limit and she loves this about Max. Max is Shannon's infinity - he tries so hard but makes so many mistakes. One of them huge !!!
John is her knight in shining armour , he comes to her rescue one day when her car breaks down. He is her rock and dependable, always there for her in all ways.
Shannon has two loves in her life, past and present but only one is her true soulmate. Told in past and present form we get to experience both men at their worst and at their best which I really loved. Both love her but in totally different ways.
When her past makes a re - appearance to confront her future, what will happen ?
I have never read a Shanora Williams book before, but this is exceptional, and I was captivated right from the the note the author wrote at the start of the book. I knew that this was going to be an emotional roller coaster of feelings. The author gave it us all at full blast, we get to experience this awful disease first hand and take that trip with Shannon, Max, John and Sonny.
There were many take your breathe away moments, many times I had to stop reading because I couldn't see through the tears and times when my heart was breaking. An absolute must read and worthy of many more stars than the 5 I can give. An experience not to be missed by any means. This is not just about an illness and sadness, but also about hope and passion, love and family. So rewarding and I feel humbled to have been part of this. One of those books that will remain with you forever more, in your mind and in your heart. So very very good !!!
Tells the story of Shannon who has an incurable disease, and is trying to live her life to the max before the inevitable happens. With a traumatic childhood behind her, she really only has her sister Sonya ( Sonny) as family. There are two men in her life, past and present, Max who is her past love, who until he met Shannon was a ladies man, handsome, with a mouth and a smile to charm the birds off the trees. Adventurous and daring Max takes Shannon to the limit and she loves this about Max. Max is Shannon's infinity - he tries so hard but makes so many mistakes. One of them huge !!!
John is her knight in shining armour , he comes to her rescue one day when her car breaks down. He is her rock and dependable, always there for her in all ways.
Shannon has two loves in her life, past and present but only one is her true soulmate. Told in past and present form we get to experience both men at their worst and at their best which I really loved. Both love her but in totally different ways.
When her past makes a re - appearance to confront her future, what will happen ?
I have never read a Shanora Williams book before, but this is exceptional, and I was captivated right from the the note the author wrote at the start of the book. I knew that this was going to be an emotional roller coaster of feelings. The author gave it us all at full blast, we get to experience this awful disease first hand and take that trip with Shannon, Max, John and Sonny.
There were many take your breathe away moments, many times I had to stop reading because I couldn't see through the tears and times when my heart was breaking. An absolute must read and worthy of many more stars than the 5 I can give. An experience not to be missed by any means. This is not just about an illness and sadness, but also about hope and passion, love and family. So rewarding and I feel humbled to have been part of this. One of those books that will remain with you forever more, in your mind and in your heart. So very very good !!!
September 10, 2020
OMG Shanora Williams...Infinity tore me to pieces. When I started this book, I knew there were going to be tears shed, a lot of them. But wow, never was I expecting there to be so much more. You know those books that you read and they linger with you days after, well this is one of them. Infinity is a book about strength, hope, love, friendship, sacrifice and INFINITY!
Shannon is dying and she is ready even though those around her are not. She is surrounded by the love of her husband John, her sister Sonny, and her ex Max. Each provide her security and devotion, each representing something special and different in her life. Shannon was the rock, the strong one when Sonny, Max and John needed her. She was the light in their dark, the one that brought love, laughter, hope in their life. Now it's them that are fighting for her, giving her the strength to keep fighting and the HOPE to hold on.
Shannon had a tough life growing up, raising her sister and becoming an adult much faster than she wanted and deserved. Max was the cocky, playboy that brought her adventure, fun and the feeling of freedom when she least expected it. Their chemistry off the charts but too quickly burned out when things got tough. John the reliable, trustworthy and Shannon's "true love." The man that stood by her through the good and the bad. Her illness not granting her the future she so long wished for and deserved with her husband. Her illness changing not just her physically and emotionally, but the connection and love she shared with John.
When your staring death in the eyes, do you look at your life with regret? Do you wish that things could have been different and things could have been said?
Thank you Shanora Williams for sharing such an unbelievable story. A story that you wrote for and about a friend that was near and dear to you. For honoring this friend by keeping a promise to share a story that she wanted to share and keeping her memory alive through all those who are lucky enough to read this story.
Shannon is dying and she is ready even though those around her are not. She is surrounded by the love of her husband John, her sister Sonny, and her ex Max. Each provide her security and devotion, each representing something special and different in her life. Shannon was the rock, the strong one when Sonny, Max and John needed her. She was the light in their dark, the one that brought love, laughter, hope in their life. Now it's them that are fighting for her, giving her the strength to keep fighting and the HOPE to hold on.
Shannon had a tough life growing up, raising her sister and becoming an adult much faster than she wanted and deserved. Max was the cocky, playboy that brought her adventure, fun and the feeling of freedom when she least expected it. Their chemistry off the charts but too quickly burned out when things got tough. John the reliable, trustworthy and Shannon's "true love." The man that stood by her through the good and the bad. Her illness not granting her the future she so long wished for and deserved with her husband. Her illness changing not just her physically and emotionally, but the connection and love she shared with John.
When your staring death in the eyes, do you look at your life with regret? Do you wish that things could have been different and things could have been said?
Thank you Shanora Williams for sharing such an unbelievable story. A story that you wrote for and about a friend that was near and dear to you. For honoring this friend by keeping a promise to share a story that she wanted to share and keeping her memory alive through all those who are lucky enough to read this story.
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