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Something Like Family
Abandoned by his mother when he was young, twenty-two-year-old Rave Wayne knows all about loss. That doesn’t mean he’s used to it. After he’s dumped by the girlfriend he assumed he’d spend his life with, Rave is longing more than ever to connect.
Then, as if by miracle, he receives an invitation from his grandfather, a man he thought was long gone, to come for a visit to rural Tennessee. Loyal, honest, and loving, dear old Tuck is everything Rave could have hoped for. He’s family. Soon, Rave finds himself falling for a down-to-earth local girl, and he thinks his life is finally coming together.
But the past isn’t through with Rave. When his mother returns after many long years, looking to reconcile the terrible mistakes that once defined her, Rave struggles to put together the unsettled pieces of his heart. Will this once-estranged family be able to come together to understand the meaning of unconditional love, the fragile bonds of family, and the healing power of letting go?
Then, as if by miracle, he receives an invitation from his grandfather, a man he thought was long gone, to come for a visit to rural Tennessee. Loyal, honest, and loving, dear old Tuck is everything Rave could have hoped for. He’s family. Soon, Rave finds himself falling for a down-to-earth local girl, and he thinks his life is finally coming together.
But the past isn’t through with Rave. When his mother returns after many long years, looking to reconcile the terrible mistakes that once defined her, Rave struggles to put together the unsettled pieces of his heart. Will this once-estranged family be able to come together to understand the meaning of unconditional love, the fragile bonds of family, and the healing power of letting go?
318 pages, Kindle Edition
First published September 12, 2017
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About the author
Heather Burch
35 books1,050 followers Heather Burch is a #1 Amazon bestselling author whose books have been translated around the world.
She writes upmarket women's fiction novels that explore what it means to be a family. Her books have sold over half a million copies worldwide.
Heather also writes edge of your seat paranormal YA novels about swoon-worthy angels. Her Halflings series is a #1 New Release.
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She writes upmarket women's fiction novels that explore what it means to be a family. Her books have sold over half a million copies worldwide.
Heather also writes edge of your seat paranormal YA novels about swoon-worthy angels. Her Halflings series is a #1 New Release.
https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/4...
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September 12, 2017
Heather Burch’s last book, In the Light of the Garden, was a joy to read, and I was very excited to read her new novel. Something Like Family did not disappoint. The book is about second chances, learning to forgive others, and creating your own “family”. I thoroughly enjoyed the time I spent with Rave and Tuck and watching them learn from each other. Something Like Family will pull at your heart strings and stay with you long after you finish it. I received an advance review copy of this book from the Great Thoughts’ Ninja Review team. All opinions are my own.
September 9, 2017
4.5/5
What a beautiful, moving story this was! I fell head over heels in love with the characters and the gorgeous setting of small town Tennessee and was quite emotional when I was finished reading and it was time to say goodbye, Rave and Tuck stole a little piece of my heart.
While this book had a really great storyline what made it special for me was the characterization. Rave and Tuck were very well crafted and Burch really made them come to life. Rave is a young man who’s entire life has been a struggle. When he is at one of the lowest points of his life he gets word that his grandpa, Tuck is alive and wants to meet him. Rave was told that he was long dead so the opportunity to meet him seems unreal. Rave’s mom has been gone for years and he thought she was the only family he had in the world. Tuck is a lonely old man with a heart of gold and watching these two begin to build a relationship was inspiring and so lovely. There was an authenticity to their relationship as well as to their personality traits and characteristics that rang so true to real life.
At it’s core this is a story about forgiveness and second chances and the power and meaning of family. It was simultaneously heartbreaking and heartwarming and brought out so many emotions in me, I laughed, I cried, I reflected and I loved every minute. There is also a sprinkling of light romance as Rave meets and falls in love with Becca that was so sweet and tender. This was my first Burch book and I can’t wait to read more of her highly evocative, gorgeous books!
What a beautiful, moving story this was! I fell head over heels in love with the characters and the gorgeous setting of small town Tennessee and was quite emotional when I was finished reading and it was time to say goodbye, Rave and Tuck stole a little piece of my heart.
While this book had a really great storyline what made it special for me was the characterization. Rave and Tuck were very well crafted and Burch really made them come to life. Rave is a young man who’s entire life has been a struggle. When he is at one of the lowest points of his life he gets word that his grandpa, Tuck is alive and wants to meet him. Rave was told that he was long dead so the opportunity to meet him seems unreal. Rave’s mom has been gone for years and he thought she was the only family he had in the world. Tuck is a lonely old man with a heart of gold and watching these two begin to build a relationship was inspiring and so lovely. There was an authenticity to their relationship as well as to their personality traits and characteristics that rang so true to real life.
At it’s core this is a story about forgiveness and second chances and the power and meaning of family. It was simultaneously heartbreaking and heartwarming and brought out so many emotions in me, I laughed, I cried, I reflected and I loved every minute. There is also a sprinkling of light romance as Rave meets and falls in love with Becca that was so sweet and tender. This was my first Burch book and I can’t wait to read more of her highly evocative, gorgeous books!
September 12, 2017
Something Like Family is a stirring book about second chances and forgiveness...a book that will tug on your heartstrings and involve all of your emotions. The story is filled with joys and sorrows, families drifting apart and finding their way back home. At the center of the story is Rave, a young man down on his luck, having been abandoned by his mother when he was a teenager. When Rave discovers that he has a grandfather, a man he thought was dead, he's reluctant to open his heart to disappointment again. I loved Rave; instead of being bitter and beaten down, Rave has a goodness in him that we see in his relationships with Tuck, his grandfather, his girlfriend Becca, and the boy he loves like a son, Daniel. The characters in this book are so warm, so human...filled with doubts and worries, but most of all a capacity to love and forgive. This story and its characters filled up a huge chunk of my heart.
May 13, 2017
I truly loved this book. It is a beautifully written story of love, love of family, past mistakes, forgiveness, and redemption. Rave has had a very hard life. His mom Sharon is a drug addict who just up and leaves him when he is 17. His grandfather Tuck hires a PI to find him and Rave goes to meet Tuck. Tuck served in the Vietnam War and holds a memorial twice a month for his fallen soldiers. Tuck reminds us to always remember our fallen soldiers. Rave starts a new life with Tuck. Both Tuck and Rave learn what family means and how much they mean to one another. I laughed and I cried while I read this book. "Love is always enough. It's the mortar that holds life together." These are my favorite lines from the book and I feel like they sum up the book perfectly. Thank you so very much to Heather Burch, NetGalley, and Lake Union Publishing for an ARC of this book for an honest review.
May 27, 2017
Engrossing and genuine, Something Like Family pays tribute to the bonds of love we often fray, but always hold dear. The uplifting story of Rave and Tuck will leave an indelible mark on your heart.
July 4, 2017
A few days ago I finished reading the ARC of Something Like Family by Heather Burch. I cannot stop thinking about the book. It is sweet and tender. It is about love, trust, family, second chances and the sacrifices we are willing to make for the people we love the most. The title reflects what a real family should be no matter the circumstances. If you really want to read a book about real family love. This is the one! Congratulations, Heather Burch. You really touched my heart with this book!
September 12, 2017
What a heartwarming book! I read this one in three days. It had it all - love, drama, but most especially, the enduring power of family - and not always family the way we define it. I look forward to reading more from this author! I received an advance review copy of this book from the Great Thought's Ninja Review Team. All opinions are my own.
October 1, 2018
Grandson, Rave, was shocked to discover his grandfather, Tuck, was alive. Why did his mother, Sharon, tell him his grandparents were dead? Will Rave be able to forgive his drug-addicted mother for lying to him ... and for abandoning him when he was a teenager? Why didn't she at least deliver him to his grandfather before disappearing?
Find out in this sweet story about love, overcoming life's challenges, second chances, hope, and forgiveness. The parts about honoring our fallen soldiers was especially beautiful and heartwarming, especially since my father is also a Vietnam Veteran.
Note from the author to me on social media: "The artist who designed the cover used a picture of her father—also a Vietnam Vet and those dog tags on cover belong to him!"
Thank you to the author, the publisher, and NetGalley for a free advance copy of this book! All opinions are my own.
"[Tears] were a release, helping you let go of this should have been. Helping you process the light was. Each tear was a memorial. And once they were shed, the giver understood that life could be harsh, even cool, but it didn't have to break you." - thought by Rave
"Memories are pictures. They're stored in the part of your mind where happiness lives." - Becca to Rave
"When you can see someone for what they really are, it removes their power." - Rave
"Love is always enough. It is the mortar that holds life together." - Tuck to Sharon
"The worth of man ... lies in the lives he's touched, the people he's helped shape, the change he's created." - Tuck to Rave
Location: Barton, Tennessee and Tampa, Florida
Find out in this sweet story about love, overcoming life's challenges, second chances, hope, and forgiveness. The parts about honoring our fallen soldiers was especially beautiful and heartwarming, especially since my father is also a Vietnam Veteran.
Note from the author to me on social media: "The artist who designed the cover used a picture of her father—also a Vietnam Vet and those dog tags on cover belong to him!"
Thank you to the author, the publisher, and NetGalley for a free advance copy of this book! All opinions are my own.
"[Tears] were a release, helping you let go of this should have been. Helping you process the light was. Each tear was a memorial. And once they were shed, the giver understood that life could be harsh, even cool, but it didn't have to break you." - thought by Rave
"Memories are pictures. They're stored in the part of your mind where happiness lives." - Becca to Rave
"When you can see someone for what they really are, it removes their power." - Rave
"Love is always enough. It is the mortar that holds life together." - Tuck to Sharon
"The worth of man ... lies in the lives he's touched, the people he's helped shape, the change he's created." - Tuck to Rave
Location: Barton, Tennessee and Tampa, Florida
June 10, 2017
It has been, and I hope it continues to be, a wonderful journey watching Ms. Burch mature as an author. While I have enjoyed all of her books, Something Like Family stands out as her best written book so far. The author weaves her plot, characters, and settings as integral to one another. She has a gift of of making the setting as much of a character as the characters themselves. I
And,oh, how she develops each character, and makes them "Something Like Family" to the reader. It's almost like watching our own children and family members grow and morph into the people they need to become; and watching them fail at that brings tears to our eyes.
Burch's settings are magnificently drawn so that the reader can not only see the place, but even be drawn into it, as one staring at a canvas may do. This reader could truly "feel" each place.
This was one of those books I was sad to finish because I fell in love with most of the characters and did not want to leave them or this small Tennessee town. Bring your hanky.
And,oh, how she develops each character, and makes them "Something Like Family" to the reader. It's almost like watching our own children and family members grow and morph into the people they need to become; and watching them fail at that brings tears to our eyes.
Burch's settings are magnificently drawn so that the reader can not only see the place, but even be drawn into it, as one staring at a canvas may do. This reader could truly "feel" each place.
This was one of those books I was sad to finish because I fell in love with most of the characters and did not want to leave them or this small Tennessee town. Bring your hanky.
August 30, 2017
I wiped away the tears this morning as I finished my first book by Ms. Burch. Why was she not on my radar before now? She has such a wonderful way of writing characters that are just so normal with all their flaws and everything. I saw so many people I knew in her writing of these characters. Grandfather Tuck, Vietnam vet and widower, Rave, Tuck's wounded yet resilient grandson, Becca a down-to-earth local girl with a big heart, and Sharon, Tuck's daughter and Rave's mother, a recovering addict. I just loved all the facts of the story and the expert way they were all tied together with a bittersweet ending. Thank you to the author for the ARC in exchange for my honest review.
May 24, 2017
A book with heart, truth and sadness mixed in.
My favorite quote- "Love is always enough. It is the mortar that holds life together."
This is a beautiful novel about a family finding each other after 20 years.
They must trust each other again, to love and help one another as they move forward together.
I adored this touching book. * You will need tissues.*
Thank you to Heather Burch and netgalley for allowing me to read and provide and honest review of this wonderful novel. I continue to think about all of these people who made up this book. Hoping for a sequel.
My favorite quote- "Love is always enough. It is the mortar that holds life together."
This is a beautiful novel about a family finding each other after 20 years.
They must trust each other again, to love and help one another as they move forward together.
I adored this touching book. * You will need tissues.*
Thank you to Heather Burch and netgalley for allowing me to read and provide and honest review of this wonderful novel. I continue to think about all of these people who made up this book. Hoping for a sequel.
September 12, 2017
(4.5) This is such a beautiful and touching story about family, love, and the power of forgiveness. I loved the characters in the book, mostly Rave and Tuck, grandson and grandfather. The relationship that developed between these two really was so very moving. This is a book you will not be able to put down once you begin reading. Very well written and so emotional that I had to grab a tissue a few times. Something Life Family is one not to be missed.
I received an advance review copy of this book from the Great Thoughts Ninja Review Team via NetGalley. All opinions are my own.
I received an advance review copy of this book from the Great Thoughts Ninja Review Team via NetGalley. All opinions are my own.
May 21, 2017
This is my first Heather Burch book, but it won't be my last. This is a great book about second chances. Rave hasn't had the best life. His mother did her best bringing him up, but she was addicted to drugs and eventually left him on his own when he was seventeen. Rave hasn't forgiven her for that. He has no clue if she is even alive anymore. Tuck is finally ready to find his grandson, Rave. Rave eventually moves in with Tuck. They form a nice bond. Rave falls in love with a nice girl, Becca. Things start to fall into place until Tuck becomes ill and Rave's mom rolls into town. Oh and Rave's ex-girlfriend decides to leave her son, Daniel (who Rave loves like his own son) with Rave while she travels with a new friend for a few months. DRAMA! Can Rave's new relationship handle all the stress? Will Rave finally forgive his mother? Will Tuck get better? Will Daniel's mom return? What happens if she doesn't? The ending was perfect! Loved it!
May 22, 2017
Family can be found when and where you least expect it.
Heather Burch is an author that writes with such passion and compassion. She invites you in on a journey walking with and learning about the characters as you grow to understand and love them. Something Like Family deals with pertinent issues, such as: drug addiction, forgiveness, second chances, multi generational gaps, veteran remembrance and of course the bond of family. This story is filled with emotional highs and lows. You will laugh and cry and you will come out the other end of this book a different person. You will be consumed by the story line and the characters that seem to walk out of the book and become part of your life. You will have a difficult time putting this book down once you begin reading it. It is another beautifully written masterpiece by an amazing author that I have come to love reading.
** I received a copy of the book from Net Galley for my honest review**
Heather Burch is an author that writes with such passion and compassion. She invites you in on a journey walking with and learning about the characters as you grow to understand and love them. Something Like Family deals with pertinent issues, such as: drug addiction, forgiveness, second chances, multi generational gaps, veteran remembrance and of course the bond of family. This story is filled with emotional highs and lows. You will laugh and cry and you will come out the other end of this book a different person. You will be consumed by the story line and the characters that seem to walk out of the book and become part of your life. You will have a difficult time putting this book down once you begin reading it. It is another beautifully written masterpiece by an amazing author that I have come to love reading.
** I received a copy of the book from Net Galley for my honest review**
September 10, 2017
I was able through NetGalley to request a review copy of Something Like Family, a soon to be released novel by Heather Burch. Burch is one of my favorite contemporary authors because she writes truly beautiful stories about love, forgiveness, and grace. In this book we’re introduced to one of the most loveable characters I’ve come across in a book – Rave Wayne. Rave is a twenty-two year old man who really has had the worst possible things happen to him and yet he has the best heart. At one point in the book he describes himself as a person who “had always seen the worth in a human being, no matter how ugly his soul might be.” And time and time again, Rave proves this in the way he lives. There are so many touching scenes in this book, especially near the end so keep your Kleenex handy. As with every Heather Burch book I’ve read, there is nothing graphic or vulgar. There’s romance with some sizzle, but tastefully written. It’s simply a great book that deserves more than five stars.
September 5, 2017
I really loved this book!
a beautiful story of love, family, forgiveness, and second chances!!!
The story is filled with lots of joy, heart breaks, family losing their way but able to find their way home again! it definitely erupts a lot of emotions within you and it will absolutely melt your heart!!!
The characters are amazing! and they will forever carry a special place in my heart!!
The writing is being amazing.. you're completely captivated by the story .. by the characters .. that you're blind to the world around you.. it makes it impossible to stop reading!!!!
All the detail and attention that was put into this book is fantastic because you can feel the connection and feel like you're really there!!!
I would like to give my thanks to the author for giving me the most beautiful book this year that I get to reread and fall in love with over and over again!!!
I would definitely recommend this book!
a beautiful story of love, family, forgiveness, and second chances!!!
The story is filled with lots of joy, heart breaks, family losing their way but able to find their way home again! it definitely erupts a lot of emotions within you and it will absolutely melt your heart!!!
The characters are amazing! and they will forever carry a special place in my heart!!
The writing is being amazing.. you're completely captivated by the story .. by the characters .. that you're blind to the world around you.. it makes it impossible to stop reading!!!!
All the detail and attention that was put into this book is fantastic because you can feel the connection and feel like you're really there!!!
I would like to give my thanks to the author for giving me the most beautiful book this year that I get to reread and fall in love with over and over again!!!
I would definitely recommend this book!
May 19, 2017
A beautiful story that touches the heart. Tears flowed while reading this one. Forgiveness and love are found as the characters deal with their own unique circumstances. They are brought together through family bonds, friendship bonds, health issues and more. Family is found in many different ways. The reference to rocking chairs will always stay with me. I received a copy of this book from the author and this is my personal honest opinion of the story.
October 25, 2017
What a wonderfully comforting story about second chances for a family broken by addiction, estrangement, and tragedy. I loved the characters and their journeys. Tissues are a must, but this is a feel-good read filled with hope.
June 20, 2017
"Something Like Family" by Heather Burch
"Because life's true value lies in souls, not in things. And the best memorial a man can leave behind is one of flesh and blood."
What a moving and heartwarming novel of a young man coming of age, of an older man moving past his grief, and the individuals that intertwine and intersect between these two men: grandson and grandfather.
They both have traveled a road filled with tough times they have had to overcome and adversity many never face, but came out the other side stronger and better men. When Rave learns he has a grandfather he is beyond surprised. He was told by his heroin addicted mother that her parents were dead. Wondering why an old man, his grandfather or not, would be seeking him out now as versus years ago, only increased the barriers Rave had put up along his arduous road of survival. When he reaches a dead end on his journey, he decides to go and meet his grandfather. Why not? Stay a week or two and then take off once he has a new plan. Well that was the plan...
As each man builds a relationship with the other and learns to honor and respect the other, they both learn many life lessons along the way.
Forgiveness, grace, love, loss, remembrance, hope, community and family are some of the major topics the author hits in this novel. She does so with eloquence, humor, strength, and honesty. The plot is moving, strong, and multi-faceted. Her characters are extremely well written, relatable, and truthful.
A wonderful and marvelous novel and an amazing read. One you won't want to put down. Enjoy the story of Rave and Tuck and the other men and women in their lives in the town of Barton, Tennessee. You will feel like part of the family in no time.
Rating: 4.7
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Buy Link: http://amzn.to/2sQlxC6
**I read and reviewed an Advanced Readers Copy of this novel. All content is my own
(Any links found in the review may be affiliate links leading to a small compensation to me at no cost to you)
"Because life's true value lies in souls, not in things. And the best memorial a man can leave behind is one of flesh and blood."
What a moving and heartwarming novel of a young man coming of age, of an older man moving past his grief, and the individuals that intertwine and intersect between these two men: grandson and grandfather.
They both have traveled a road filled with tough times they have had to overcome and adversity many never face, but came out the other side stronger and better men. When Rave learns he has a grandfather he is beyond surprised. He was told by his heroin addicted mother that her parents were dead. Wondering why an old man, his grandfather or not, would be seeking him out now as versus years ago, only increased the barriers Rave had put up along his arduous road of survival. When he reaches a dead end on his journey, he decides to go and meet his grandfather. Why not? Stay a week or two and then take off once he has a new plan. Well that was the plan...
As each man builds a relationship with the other and learns to honor and respect the other, they both learn many life lessons along the way.
Forgiveness, grace, love, loss, remembrance, hope, community and family are some of the major topics the author hits in this novel. She does so with eloquence, humor, strength, and honesty. The plot is moving, strong, and multi-faceted. Her characters are extremely well written, relatable, and truthful.
A wonderful and marvelous novel and an amazing read. One you won't want to put down. Enjoy the story of Rave and Tuck and the other men and women in their lives in the town of Barton, Tennessee. You will feel like part of the family in no time.
Rating: 4.7
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Buy Link: http://amzn.to/2sQlxC6
**I read and reviewed an Advanced Readers Copy of this novel. All content is my own
(Any links found in the review may be affiliate links leading to a small compensation to me at no cost to you)
September 19, 2017
""You know the worst part of growing old?" Rave shook his head and didn't look up. "Living with regret.""
SOMETHING LIKE FAMILY (LakeUnionPublishing) by author Heather Burch is all about how hope and faith can bring a shattered family back together again. Twenty-two year old Rave Wayne was abandoned by his mother when he was a little boy. Now the woman he expected to spend the rest of his life has tossed him to the side of the road, for a guy with money, even though she doesn't love him. Rave wants nothing more than to connect.
Then by a miracle, he learns he has a grandfather, and he wants to meet Rave. Soon Rave's in Tennessee and meeting his loving, dear old grandfather, Tuck. He meets a local girl and thinks he just might have a bright future ahead of him. But Rave's past comes into his present, and it's not a gift.
His long-lost mother reappears and she thinks she can waltz right in and make everything alright. Rave struggles to work past the emotional hurt and put together the pieces of his broken heart.
Abandonment seems to be a reoccurring theme in the books I've been reading recently. It's something I've and many of you have experienced and it's not something that can easily be fixed in three-hundred plus pages. SOMETHING LIKE FAMILY explores the fragile bonds of family and what exactly is unconditional love. We often read about "the healing power of letting go," but sometimes it's not so easy.
I loved SOMETHING LIKE FAMILY. I really felt as if I was in that small Tennessee town, I could see and smell it. Tuck reminded me of my own Pop Pops, who I miss terribly. I can appreciate how Heather gives a soul to her characters and readers can't help but care. Not every writer has that gift. I can't wait to read Heather's next book.
SOMETHING LIKE FAMILY (LakeUnionPublishing) by author Heather Burch is all about how hope and faith can bring a shattered family back together again. Twenty-two year old Rave Wayne was abandoned by his mother when he was a little boy. Now the woman he expected to spend the rest of his life has tossed him to the side of the road, for a guy with money, even though she doesn't love him. Rave wants nothing more than to connect.
Then by a miracle, he learns he has a grandfather, and he wants to meet Rave. Soon Rave's in Tennessee and meeting his loving, dear old grandfather, Tuck. He meets a local girl and thinks he just might have a bright future ahead of him. But Rave's past comes into his present, and it's not a gift.
His long-lost mother reappears and she thinks she can waltz right in and make everything alright. Rave struggles to work past the emotional hurt and put together the pieces of his broken heart.
Abandonment seems to be a reoccurring theme in the books I've been reading recently. It's something I've and many of you have experienced and it's not something that can easily be fixed in three-hundred plus pages. SOMETHING LIKE FAMILY explores the fragile bonds of family and what exactly is unconditional love. We often read about "the healing power of letting go," but sometimes it's not so easy.
I loved SOMETHING LIKE FAMILY. I really felt as if I was in that small Tennessee town, I could see and smell it. Tuck reminded me of my own Pop Pops, who I miss terribly. I can appreciate how Heather gives a soul to her characters and readers can't help but care. Not every writer has that gift. I can't wait to read Heather's next book.
September 12, 2017
I didn't know what to expect with this story since it's not my usual reading choice, but wow did it surprise me. Tuck and Rave immediately pulled me into their story and my heart was invested from the start! As much trauma as Rave has been through, he was just a stand up guy who insisted on doing the right thing even when it got him into trouble. And he was definitely known as a troublemaker! Tuck is determined to make things right and I was so glad he "found" Rave and made sure there were no strings attached. Rave and Tuck are both heroes in their own right and I felt "protective" of them the whole time.
Couldn't stand Ashley, but even she has a purpose in the story and I was glad how things turned out with her.
"He's the best man I've ever known." Rave could say that honestly and with absolute confidence.
Truly loved this story, it was deeply touching and I'm so glad I had the chance to read it....I'm so honored to have known Rave and Tuck, they may be fictional characters but their spirit lives in all of us. If you haven't read Burch's work before, start with this one and you'll want more of her beloved stories.
Thanks to the author via Netgalley for the ecopy of this book. The thoughts and comments are my own.
Couldn't stand Ashley, but even she has a purpose in the story and I was glad how things turned out with her.
"He's the best man I've ever known." Rave could say that honestly and with absolute confidence.
Truly loved this story, it was deeply touching and I'm so glad I had the chance to read it....I'm so honored to have known Rave and Tuck, they may be fictional characters but their spirit lives in all of us. If you haven't read Burch's work before, start with this one and you'll want more of her beloved stories.
Thanks to the author via Netgalley for the ecopy of this book. The thoughts and comments are my own.
March 20, 2018
I received an early readers edition of Something Like Family by Heather Burch from NetGalley. I think it's a wonderful story that depicts the love a family has for each other, be it by blood, or by contract. That line, I took from the book. It was a very emotional read. I've always said, if an author can bring a reader to tears, it's proof they are a gifted writer. You can't help but love the characters, Tuck and Rave. I especially felt a connection to Tuck, the grandfather. I appreciated how a tribute to our veterans was a vital part of the storyline. Another topic that was included was addiction. I think it should bring hope to many people that it's possible to overcome such devastating lifestyles. In the end, I feel it was a very uplifting story and anyone who reads it will enjoy it immensely. I highly recommend it and easily give it 5 stars.
July 20, 2017
I was pleasantly taken with this book. The way Tuck talks about Millie reminds me of the first 10 minutes of the movie UP. Oh, to have that kind of love. And Rave, Tuck's long lost grandson..you know he has so much pain inside, but is a good person. A really GOOD person with a huge heart. Heather Burch spins a wonderful tale of finding lost family, and all of the hurt and love and confusion that you could imagine goes along with it. I haven't read many novels that are written from a male's point of view, by a woman, and done so in such a seamless, lyrical way. I absolutely loved this book. You're missing out on a wonderful family story if you don't pick this one up. Burch captured me from page one.
I received an advance review copy of this book from the Great Thought's Ninja Review Team. All opinions are my own.
I received an advance review copy of this book from the Great Thought's Ninja Review Team. All opinions are my own.
September 25, 2017
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Multi-generational family drama. Gut-wrenching emotion. Sweet & lovely romance. Something Like Family was a spectacular new work of fiction by Heather Burch that I refused to put down until I had read (devoured) every single word.
Some books–as well as some writing styles–simply *fit* with a reader. And this was one of those occasions. Everything about Something Like Family worked for me, from the down-to-earth characters I adored to the real life situations they faced to watching them all find their own personal redemption, I felt completely at home with and invested in it all. I think that’s a true testament to Heather Burch’s storytelling abilities for sure. Read More
Multi-generational family drama. Gut-wrenching emotion. Sweet & lovely romance. Something Like Family was a spectacular new work of fiction by Heather Burch that I refused to put down until I had read (devoured) every single word.
Some books–as well as some writing styles–simply *fit* with a reader. And this was one of those occasions. Everything about Something Like Family worked for me, from the down-to-earth characters I adored to the real life situations they faced to watching them all find their own personal redemption, I felt completely at home with and invested in it all. I think that’s a true testament to Heather Burch’s storytelling abilities for sure. Read More
September 12, 2017
This is the first book of Heather's that I have read. It was highly recommended to me by another awesome author. I was pleasantly surprised when I started reading it and couldn't put it down. It was love at first chapter. Rave has been let down his whole life, first by his drug addicted mother then by society. So when a private investigator show up at his job saying that he had a grandfather who was searching for him, what was he to think. But, being the kind of person he was Rave took a chance. This leads to second chances, secrets and ups and downs. I cried and laughed throughout this book. It is so well written with characters that you can love and relate to. You will definitely want to read this one. Love, Family and new beginnings make this book a winner.
June 4, 2017
Something Like Family is another great story by Heather Burch. This family tale is full of real life problems, heart breaks, new love, second chances, and forgiveness. The main character Rave was raised by a mother who was an addict. After being abandoned by her, thinking he was without any other family, finds he has a grandfather who was looking for him. His grandfather teaches him many things, most of all how to forgive. Rave struggles to start a new life for himself while finding out the true meaning of family. The story winds it's way into your heart, and tugs. This one is sure to bring even the toughest of audiences to tears. Another book that was hard to put down, many thanks to Heather for not disappointing this fan!
May 12, 2017
WOW! What an amazing book! It grabs your attention from the very beginning and causes you to lose track of time. A very well written story filled with twists and turns that will make you laugh and cry. It is a story of family, love, forgiveness and second chances. It is also a story about remembering the ones who have fought in the wars for us that they never be forgotten.
I received a copy of the book from Net Galley for my honest review and I received no compensation. This review is my honest opinion.
I received a copy of the book from Net Galley for my honest review and I received no compensation. This review is my honest opinion.
May 23, 2017
I loved this book! I was captured from the first page and could not put it down. The author did an incredible job at character description. This book really is about so many things; survival, love, family, trust, forgiveness and the evils of addiction. All the way through the book I felt like I was on a rollercoaster of emotion for the characters. This was my first book by Heather Burch and I will be definitely reading more of her work.
Thank you to the Author and NetGalley for an ARC in exchange for an honest review.
Thank you to the Author and NetGalley for an ARC in exchange for an honest review.
December 19, 2017
This was one of the most heartwarming stories I have ever read. Love, loss, laughter, addiction, family, desertion, forgiveness, memories. It has it all. It is a very touching love story, a family lost and found. From the beginning to the end it was one great book. One I won’t forget for a long time.
I loved it. I will be reading many more of this author’s books for sure.
I got a copy via NetGalley and appreciate it so much. It was so good. A 5 star rating and more if I could...
Do not be afraid to buy this book. It’s just one that will touch your heart on so many levels.
I loved it. I will be reading many more of this author’s books for sure.
I got a copy via NetGalley and appreciate it so much. It was so good. A 5 star rating and more if I could...
Do not be afraid to buy this book. It’s just one that will touch your heart on so many levels.
February 27, 2018
Prior to reading this novel,I was very intrigued with the synopsis. However,this book fell victim to weak consistency,that determined the overall rating of this book. While the characterization was good,I find myself skimming way too many pages. It had way too many loopholes,I was trying piece the broken pieces,but it went nowhere.
It could have been much better,but I call them like I see them. On the plus side,I do plan on reading more novels by Heather Burch,but this failed to interest me all throughout.
It could have been much better,but I call them like I see them. On the plus side,I do plan on reading more novels by Heather Burch,but this failed to interest me all throughout.
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