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Evergreen #3
Bloom
The heart-pounding, emotional conclusion to the Evergreen Series from New York Times bestselling author Cassia Leo.
Where flowers bloom, love grows.
With Jack determined to correct his past mistakes, and to help me cope with the news about Junior’s murderer, I find myself hardly able to function, my soul weighed down by renewed grief and crippling guilt.
When I confess my sins to Jack, watching the light in his blue eyes go dim with every word I speak, I know I will not soon be forgiven. Maybe I don’t deserve forgiveness.
When I confess my new predicament to Isaac, I’m met with words of comfort and an apology that leaves me reeling with regret.
I am truly my own worst enemy.
But I refuse to give up. With a renewed sense of purpose, I am determined to weed out my destructive habits and bloom into the person and the mother I was meant to be.
Where flowers bloom, love grows.
With Jack determined to correct his past mistakes, and to help me cope with the news about Junior’s murderer, I find myself hardly able to function, my soul weighed down by renewed grief and crippling guilt.
When I confess my sins to Jack, watching the light in his blue eyes go dim with every word I speak, I know I will not soon be forgiven. Maybe I don’t deserve forgiveness.
When I confess my new predicament to Isaac, I’m met with words of comfort and an apology that leaves me reeling with regret.
I am truly my own worst enemy.
But I refuse to give up. With a renewed sense of purpose, I am determined to weed out my destructive habits and bloom into the person and the mother I was meant to be.
230 pages, ebook
First published May 3, 2018
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Cassia Leo
96 books6,839 followersNew York Times and USA Today bestselling author Cassia Leo grew up in California and has lived in three different countries. She loves to travel and her dream is to one day score a record deal based on her awesome shower singing skills. She is the author of the Shattered Hearts series (Relentless, Pieces of You, Bring Me Home). She is also the author of the popular Luke and Chase series.
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May 9, 2018
2.5 Cocktails
I think this series could have been tied up in 2 books. The resolution of the Isaac drama ended up being a non-event, not much else came out of the whole storyline with Junior and Beth's death so that left us with the hot mess of Jack and Laurel (which tied up a little too nicely). Was I happy the couple worked through their troubles to find a HEA...sure. But in the end, if you're going to dangle these secondary storylines that could alter the course, give us some conclusions that made it all worth while.
I think this series could have been tied up in 2 books. The resolution of the Isaac drama ended up being a non-event, not much else came out of the whole storyline with Junior and Beth's death so that left us with the hot mess of Jack and Laurel (which tied up a little too nicely). Was I happy the couple worked through their troubles to find a HEA...sure. But in the end, if you're going to dangle these secondary storylines that could alter the course, give us some conclusions that made it all worth while.
May 8, 2018
3.5 Stars
This is the conclusion to a great angsty romance trilogy! This book picks up immediately after the bomb that was dropped at the end of book 2.
Laurel finds herself in a difficult situation and theoretically based on the decisions she made, I should hate her character but I actually don't. In fact I kind of felt sorry for her and then I actually respected her. She was pretty honest and straightforward with Jack despite the consequences those truths may have on her marriage.
The intensity of Jack and Laurel's love was felt throughout the entire series and this book was the same.
Their love pulled them through some really dark times. Talk about a marriage being tested! This couple walked through the fire and came out stronger on the other side.
I'm happy that Isaac also found his happy ending. The interaction between him and Laurel is actually quite limited in this book. Their stories are kind of told separately in the book.
So while I loved this series, I don't think a third book was needed. It didn't really add that much more to the story. I was expecting to get more out of the murder investigation but that seemed to be fully wrapped up from book 2 because we didn't get anything more.
Overall, however, this was a great series! I loved all the drama that unfolded and all the angst and cliffhangers drove me crazy in the best ways. I got drunk on Laurel and Jack's passion for each other and their story kept me on the edge of my seat.
3.5 Stars
Contemporary Romance
Series: Book 3 of 3 (must be read in order)
Heat Level: N/A
HEA
COME FIND ME!
This is the conclusion to a great angsty romance trilogy! This book picks up immediately after the bomb that was dropped at the end of book 2.
Laurel finds herself in a difficult situation and theoretically based on the decisions she made, I should hate her character but I actually don't. In fact I kind of felt sorry for her and then I actually respected her. She was pretty honest and straightforward with Jack despite the consequences those truths may have on her marriage.
The intensity of Jack and Laurel's love was felt throughout the entire series and this book was the same.
"You can have anyone and anything you want. Why are you still fighting for me?" "Because you're not anyone or anything... You're everything."
Their love pulled them through some really dark times. Talk about a marriage being tested! This couple walked through the fire and came out stronger on the other side.
I'm happy that Isaac also found his happy ending. The interaction between him and Laurel is actually quite limited in this book. Their stories are kind of told separately in the book.
So while I loved this series, I don't think a third book was needed. It didn't really add that much more to the story. I was expecting to get more out of the murder investigation but that seemed to be fully wrapped up from book 2 because we didn't get anything more.
Overall, however, this was a great series! I loved all the drama that unfolded and all the angst and cliffhangers drove me crazy in the best ways. I got drunk on Laurel and Jack's passion for each other and their story kept me on the edge of my seat.
3.5 Stars
Contemporary Romance
Series: Book 3 of 3 (must be read in order)
Heat Level: N/A
HEA
COME FIND ME!
January 7, 2019
1 Star
**Spoiler alert***
This books have the triggers I cannot forgive!
This review is for the 3 books in this series. I'm not really happy with this series, to be honest. I just finished it with lots of skipping pages. I hate how pathetic the character of Laurel is. Seriously? Book 2 was worse. I'm so over books that portrays women as pathetic, weak, lying, self righteous and cheating creatures. Well, i can forgive the cheating thing if the female MC is not like Laurel, who so pathetic. I'm going to repeat the word PATHETIC! Pathetic! over and over in this short review of mine. And book 3 just downplayed the cheating thing and the cheaters. Really? After book 2, that's the ending of Isaac??? Seriously??? Laurel's excuse in her cheating is so pathetic. After all the "I love him so much! " Blah blah blah, One drunken night and then banged the other guy! Huh?? Know your worth girly. She thought it was her husband not the neighbor. Huh? Is her neighbor the long lost identical twin of her husband for her to not differentiate them? Oh, she just realized it but to late.. she already like the act! And sooooo WEAK and PATHETIC! to stop.
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It would be forgivable if she didn't remember the feelings of her cheating sexcapade the morning after, but the exact opposite. Maybe if her husband didn't come home.. Round 2 and 3 and more please!
I have hope that it would be saved by the epilogue but it wasn't. It was short and blah for me.
Why was that every time I have decided to go for Cassia Leo's books, I'm always left disappointed?? Maybe her works aren't for me. I don't know if I'm going to read more of her work in the future but we can never tell. Maybe one day. Maybe one day.
#ReadAtYourOwnRisk
**Spoiler alert***
This books have the triggers I cannot forgive!
This review is for the 3 books in this series. I'm not really happy with this series, to be honest. I just finished it with lots of skipping pages. I hate how pathetic the character of Laurel is. Seriously? Book 2 was worse. I'm so over books that portrays women as pathetic, weak, lying, self righteous and cheating creatures. Well, i can forgive the cheating thing if the female MC is not like Laurel, who so pathetic. I'm going to repeat the word PATHETIC! Pathetic! over and over in this short review of mine. And book 3 just downplayed the cheating thing and the cheaters. Really? After book 2, that's the ending of Isaac??? Seriously??? Laurel's excuse in her cheating is so pathetic. After all the "I love him so much! " Blah blah blah, One drunken night and then banged the other guy! Huh?? Know your worth girly. She thought it was her husband not the neighbor. Huh? Is her neighbor the long lost identical twin of her husband for her to not differentiate them? Oh, she just realized it but to late.. she already like the act! And sooooo WEAK and PATHETIC! to stop.
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It would be forgivable if she didn't remember the feelings of her cheating sexcapade the morning after, but the exact opposite. Maybe if her husband didn't come home.. Round 2 and 3 and more please!
I have hope that it would be saved by the epilogue but it wasn't. It was short and blah for me.
Why was that every time I have decided to go for Cassia Leo's books, I'm always left disappointed?? Maybe her works aren't for me. I don't know if I'm going to read more of her work in the future but we can never tell. Maybe one day. Maybe one day.
#ReadAtYourOwnRisk
May 7, 2018
At the end of the last book Jack suddenly turned up in Portland at Laurel’s mother’s old house. Suddenly everything is resolved will the case, come home with me. We all know that there is more heartbreak to come
Laurel had been a basket case on her birthday, ended up sharing a bed with Isaac while drunk thinking she was in bed with Jack. We can all see how this is going to play out. Cassia actually doesn’t go the usual route of Laurel being pregnant by another man.
I was pleased that both parties realised they both had a part to play the marriage break up. They both had therapy to learn to live without Junior and Beth.
This one cleared everything up, and we had happy ending for all. This is a must read for all fans of the first two books
I received an ARC of this book in exchange for honest review.
Laurel had been a basket case on her birthday, ended up sharing a bed with Isaac while drunk thinking she was in bed with Jack. We can all see how this is going to play out. Cassia actually doesn’t go the usual route of Laurel being pregnant by another man.
I was pleased that both parties realised they both had a part to play the marriage break up. They both had therapy to learn to live without Junior and Beth.
This one cleared everything up, and we had happy ending for all. This is a must read for all fans of the first two books
I received an ARC of this book in exchange for honest review.
August 19, 2019
This book and the whole story let me know down so much. I eventually disliked the main characters, because they just kept on repeating mistakes all in the guise of heart break or whatever.
Lauren to me, her betrayal, even though drunk, left a deep disappointment in me. For me, this point actually made me lose interest in Jack and Lauren. The fact that even in heart break, they could do so much damage to each other was shocking. I somehow thought their grief will make them stronger together, but they just became destructive. And while I do feel sorry for them, somethings are just not easily forgivable.
That being said, the author has tried her best to give us a happy ending. The investigation was too lack luster for my liking. And the Isaac angle faded into nothing, which was a little heart breaking. Because even though Jack was adorable, Isaac had his own charisma. And what bothered most that what happened between them almost became a no-event. Anyway, for me, the story at the end did not live up to the hype the start had created.
Lauren to me, her betrayal, even though drunk, left a deep disappointment in me. For me, this point actually made me lose interest in Jack and Lauren. The fact that even in heart break, they could do so much damage to each other was shocking. I somehow thought their grief will make them stronger together, but they just became destructive. And while I do feel sorry for them, somethings are just not easily forgivable.
That being said, the author has tried her best to give us a happy ending. The investigation was too lack luster for my liking. And the Isaac angle faded into nothing, which was a little heart breaking. Because even though Jack was adorable, Isaac had his own charisma. And what bothered most that what happened between them almost became a no-event. Anyway, for me, the story at the end did not live up to the hype the start had created.
May 2, 2018
Well, what a fantastic ending to this series. Cassia Leo has a way of breaking your heart and putting it back together. In bloom we get the conclusion to Jack,Laurel and Issac's story. The conclusion was beautifully written and wraps up the heart break and grief these characters are dealing with. Must read to complete this beautiful story.
September 8, 2019
This book seemed rushed. Isaac just sloped away, no drama which I expected. What happened to Jacks revenge? This book was a disappointment to the cliffhanger left in book two.
May 6, 2018
~5 +++++ STARS~
Sometimes, when you’re in a dark place and you think you’ve been buried, you’ve actually been planted.” ~Christine Caine~
Again, Cassia Leo has written a phenomenal book and has given us a phenomenal ending to her emotional Evergreen Series. This has been a series in which I have highly anticipated reading every book, and Leo completely exceeded my expectations with each one.
As with the previous books, Bloom picks up where the earlier book ended. I was completely blown away with the second book’s ending. Therefore, I was apprehensive of the direction Laurel, Jack, and Isaac’s lives were going to take. I should not have worried with their fate in Leo’s hands. Granted, it wasn’t an easy road, but it couldn’t be, not with everything these characters have endured.
Each character grows immensely in this book, and I loved that each one of them did it on an individual level. That was definitely needed if they were ever going to move forward. Even though, I wasn’t exactly sure what their future held, Leo does show us a glimmer of light and hope for all three of them.
What I found so amazing and touching is Leo made me feel as if I was on their journey of grief with them. I shed tears with them, I got angry with them, and I shared their joy. In addition, she made me see grief in a whole different light. It completely made sense and helped me see why so many people have trouble moving forward. You know you are in the hands of a talented writer when he or she can make you rethink things that you thought you knew.
Thank you, Cassia Leo, for taking me on this journey of loss, betrayal, hope, and finally new beginnings. It was worth each and every emotion you brought out in me. I highly, highly recommend reading this series. It is one you will never, ever forget!!!!
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Sometimes, when you’re in a dark place and you think you’ve been buried, you’ve actually been planted.” ~Christine Caine~
Again, Cassia Leo has written a phenomenal book and has given us a phenomenal ending to her emotional Evergreen Series. This has been a series in which I have highly anticipated reading every book, and Leo completely exceeded my expectations with each one.
As with the previous books, Bloom picks up where the earlier book ended. I was completely blown away with the second book’s ending. Therefore, I was apprehensive of the direction Laurel, Jack, and Isaac’s lives were going to take. I should not have worried with their fate in Leo’s hands. Granted, it wasn’t an easy road, but it couldn’t be, not with everything these characters have endured.
Each character grows immensely in this book, and I loved that each one of them did it on an individual level. That was definitely needed if they were ever going to move forward. Even though, I wasn’t exactly sure what their future held, Leo does show us a glimmer of light and hope for all three of them.
What I found so amazing and touching is Leo made me feel as if I was on their journey of grief with them. I shed tears with them, I got angry with them, and I shared their joy. In addition, she made me see grief in a whole different light. It completely made sense and helped me see why so many people have trouble moving forward. You know you are in the hands of a talented writer when he or she can make you rethink things that you thought you knew.
Thank you, Cassia Leo, for taking me on this journey of loss, betrayal, hope, and finally new beginnings. It was worth each and every emotion you brought out in me. I highly, highly recommend reading this series. It is one you will never, ever forget!!!!
****READ AND REVIEWED FOR DEVILISHLY DELICIOUS BOOK REVIEWS****
May 8, 2018
3.5 Stars
Bloom is the third book in the evergreen trilogy. Dirt and Seed must be read before reading Bloom. This is the final chapter to Jack and Laurel's angsty relationship.
As you all may know I am a huge lover of angst. The more tears shed while reading, the better. I love when an author has the power to pull emotions out of me that I didn't even know I could feel. This trilogy tugged at all my heartstrings! I couldn't get enough of Laurel and Jack's story, no matter how much anxiety these two have brought to my life.
I couldn't wait to dive into Bloom for one simple fact. I needed to see these two individuals who have suffered and fought through so much, finally get their happily ever after. Trust me when I say, there were moments where I was worried, while reading Bloom, that Cassia Leo would pull the wool over her readers eyes and give us the complete opposite of what we want.
My main issue with this novel was, it felt rushed. I wanted and needed a tad bit more fight from Laurel and Jack. I wanted to feel the emotions more than what was given. The first two books had me crying and feeling all sorts of anguish. I needed more of that from this novel, especially with the cliffhanger from Seed.
Overall, this was a good ending to a great emotional series.
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May 2, 2018
Bloom is one wonderful conclusion to the Evergreen series. Picking up exactly where we left off in Seed, Cassia Leo managed to keep me in knots as Laurel and Jack try to salvage their marriage despite past transgressions. Just waiting for Laurel's truth to finally come to light could set off a whole new set of issues for this struggling couple. And waiting with bated breath as to what would happen next for not only Jack and Laurel but for Isaac too, to say things got a bit more complicated is an understatement.
But what is simply wonderful about this book is that the author doesn't make us suffer too much. Instead we are treated to some small bits of happiness in spite of the doom and gloom that seems to be at every turn. There is a ton of self-awareness and insightful realizations as everyone involved in this journey finally finds that small glimmer of hope that could make things right for once. I was encouraged by the methods described in this book and the thoughtful research the author did in order to properly give Jack and Laurel the help they desperately needed.
This series had plenty of ups and downs but I will just say that as the last pages were read, I was sincerely pleased at how lives could be turned around when the time was right. Jack, Laurel and Isaac deserved some respite from the demons that lived within their souls for far too long. They all suffered and my hope is that from all the bad they encountered, good will never be far away.
You must start at the beginning with Dirt and follow the lives of 3 people who deserve much more in life than they were initially given. A true story of hope, forgiveness and redemption, I gladly give Bloom a solid 5 stars!
But what is simply wonderful about this book is that the author doesn't make us suffer too much. Instead we are treated to some small bits of happiness in spite of the doom and gloom that seems to be at every turn. There is a ton of self-awareness and insightful realizations as everyone involved in this journey finally finds that small glimmer of hope that could make things right for once. I was encouraged by the methods described in this book and the thoughtful research the author did in order to properly give Jack and Laurel the help they desperately needed.
This series had plenty of ups and downs but I will just say that as the last pages were read, I was sincerely pleased at how lives could be turned around when the time was right. Jack, Laurel and Isaac deserved some respite from the demons that lived within their souls for far too long. They all suffered and my hope is that from all the bad they encountered, good will never be far away.
You must start at the beginning with Dirt and follow the lives of 3 people who deserve much more in life than they were initially given. A true story of hope, forgiveness and redemption, I gladly give Bloom a solid 5 stars!
May 9, 2018
The Evergreen trilogy is COMPLETE!! Wow.....what an immensely intense and emotional ride!
You definitely need to read books 1 and 2 in this series before reading Bloom. Bloom starts off where Seed finishes and we all know Laurel landed her self in a VERY shocking situation.
Honestly, I wasn't sure which way this was going to go, I knew what I WANTED to happen but there were so many factors that could make any decision acceptable.
Laurel and Jack are trying to deal with the findings of the tragedy that they've been dealing with for two years. This has been Jack's main focus and part of the reason why he and Laurel have drifted.
After everything went down with Isaac Laurel knows more than ever where her place is but can Jack accept her truths and move forward? If anyone deserves a happy ending, it's these two but things aren't always guaranteed.
Can Laurel and Jack work through these tangles of emotions? Where does Isaac fit into all of this and will this couple ever receive the justice they deserve?
You definitely need to read books 1 and 2 in this series before reading Bloom. Bloom starts off where Seed finishes and we all know Laurel landed her self in a VERY shocking situation.
Honestly, I wasn't sure which way this was going to go, I knew what I WANTED to happen but there were so many factors that could make any decision acceptable.
Laurel and Jack are trying to deal with the findings of the tragedy that they've been dealing with for two years. This has been Jack's main focus and part of the reason why he and Laurel have drifted.
After everything went down with Isaac Laurel knows more than ever where her place is but can Jack accept her truths and move forward? If anyone deserves a happy ending, it's these two but things aren't always guaranteed.
Can Laurel and Jack work through these tangles of emotions? Where does Isaac fit into all of this and will this couple ever receive the justice they deserve?
May 3, 2018
The conclusion of the Evergreen series is fantastic!
Cassia Leo, one more time, gives us the perfect ending of an emotional story where love always wins.
Jack and Laurel need peace. Their grieving is messing with their marriage, they need to stop sticking fingers to one another, but to do that they need to find themselves first.
That's exactly what happens in this book. After so many lies and mistakes, they finally see that together they are stronger. The past needs to stay in the past and trust is beginning to bloom again.
They have an epic love and finally they start to see that they cant stay away from each other.
I really loved this series and I recommend it!
Thorns don't hurt roses.
Thorns help roses bloom.
This quote is perfect and in the end you will see why!!
Cassia Leo, one more time, gives us the perfect ending of an emotional story where love always wins.
Jack and Laurel need peace. Their grieving is messing with their marriage, they need to stop sticking fingers to one another, but to do that they need to find themselves first.
That's exactly what happens in this book. After so many lies and mistakes, they finally see that together they are stronger. The past needs to stay in the past and trust is beginning to bloom again.
They have an epic love and finally they start to see that they cant stay away from each other.
I really loved this series and I recommend it!
Thorns don't hurt roses.
Thorns help roses bloom.
This quote is perfect and in the end you will see why!!
May 6, 2018
After that almost heart attack ending in Book 2 I couldn’t wait to read this conclusion and I was not disappointed.
I liked how we got all three POVs to see exactly what happened and how everything was resolved. Isaac reaction was unexpected and I was a bit shock by his revelation among other things that I can’t say because I don’t want to give the story away.
Jack as always impulsive and his reaction was expected but then I was a bit frustrated with him. Laurel was the strong heroine and I liked how she handled everything. It was a quick read but so much was resolved in that short read. I liked how the author didn’t drag everything out. This was more showing each individual taking care of themselves first putting themselves first before having each their HEA.
The ending I did enjoy and it was very adorable.
I liked how we got all three POVs to see exactly what happened and how everything was resolved. Isaac reaction was unexpected and I was a bit shock by his revelation among other things that I can’t say because I don’t want to give the story away.
Jack as always impulsive and his reaction was expected but then I was a bit frustrated with him. Laurel was the strong heroine and I liked how she handled everything. It was a quick read but so much was resolved in that short read. I liked how the author didn’t drag everything out. This was more showing each individual taking care of themselves first putting themselves first before having each their HEA.
The ending I did enjoy and it was very adorable.
May 20, 2019
This third & final installment of the series ties up all the loose ends to what seemed like a never ending battle between Jack & Laurel. Yes, this couple has been through the unthinkable, losing two people they desperately loved & almost lost each other. During this painful process of healing & acceptance. with the help of dear friends & therapy, they finally stop blaming, release the guilt & move towards a healthy & loving relationship. I can't remember reading about a couple more deserving of a Hea. Kudos to the author for finally giving them that!
May 9, 2018
Bloom is the emotional conclusion to the Evergreen series. Laurel, Jack, and Isaac have all made their share of mistakes and all have to figure out what their path is moving forward. All struggle to figure out how to best deal with the grief and guilt they still experience. I loved how all three really developed in this book. The conclusion is one they had to fight for and is fitting for all the characters. I would definitely recommend reading this series in order.
July 11, 2018
Not a whole lot happened in this book compared to the first two. But I liked the one big thing that did happen.
April 23, 2019
Team Isaac, Jack is an arsewipe and deserves a big fat donut.
May 2, 2018
Bloom is the third and final installment of the Evergreen Trilogy, that picks up where Seed dramatically left off. Laurel is in an extremely difficult position with Jack springing the news that their son and her mother have justice, while dealing with her indiscretion. What follows is the heartbreaking and rending task of either putting their marriage back together or realizing that there is nothing left to mend.
With as much turmoil and tragedy that made up Dirt and Seed, Bloom takes it even further when Ms. Leo's characters' pasts collides with their present and throws their futures into doubt. Having survived so much, it is almost too heartbreaking to see them raked over the coals again. Jack, in this part of the story, becomes much more introspective as he is forced to face his part in pushing Laurel away and making her doubt not only herself but him as well. Laurel, too, finds that the time has come to face her demons and try to live in a new positive way, allowing her to grow.
Interwoven in between Jack and Laurel's fight to keep their love is Isaac and his move back home. It is an interesting aside (and possible spin-off?) to the main story.
Be prepared for some tears and some frustrations. Also don't plan on putting the book down because Ms. Leo doesn't give you any downtime or break points. This finale is full on emotions from word one.
January 28, 2019
Surprise Laurel ends up pregnant. Who is the father since she slept with both Jack and Issac. When Jack finds out he leaves again. Laurel rushes back to Portland to tell Issac the news. What she didn't expect was the news that Issac gave her.
I'm sorry but I'm disgusted with Issac. He professes his love, sleeps with her knowing she was drunk out of her mind, and then turns around and goes home to visit his mom. He meets Emily who he has been conversing with for 2 years by text messages and instantly falls for her.
Now Jack and Laurel are fighting for the future that they should have had before the tragedy. Another baby on the way and they are fighting the guilt.
A good ending to this series.
I'm sorry but I'm disgusted with Issac. He professes his love, sleeps with her knowing she was drunk out of her mind, and then turns around and goes home to visit his mom. He meets Emily who he has been conversing with for 2 years by text messages and instantly falls for her.
Now Jack and Laurel are fighting for the future that they should have had before the tragedy. Another baby on the way and they are fighting the guilt.
A good ending to this series.
June 11, 2018
Loved the final book in this series. Really glad that the baby Laurel is having is Jack’s. don’t like the idea of Byron still being around somewhere, he could still come back to kill Laurel. And to find out that your brother was involved with the murder of your son and mother. This evergreen series is a must read. It would be nice to have a book about Isaac and Emily just to find out how it went on their travelling.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
November 20, 2018
I HATE cliffhangers and for the most part feel like they are a scam to divide up what should be one book. This really should have been one book. It was drug out and had useless characters added to take up space. Very disappointing.
I have read more by this author and liked them but this is definitely not my favourite series. This series actually makes me not want to read more from her, unless it is a standalone.
I have read more by this author and liked them but this is definitely not my favourite series. This series actually makes me not want to read more from her, unless it is a standalone.
May 9, 2018
I feel like a piece of me just died...
Seriously, I was so swept away with everything going down with Jack, Laurel, and Isaac that my brain would wander back to them hours or even days after reading each book. They are the type of characters that consume you, and just when you think you have this all figured out—when you're secure in your belief that THIS is how it's going to end and you can rest easy knowing it's all packed away with a pretty red bow—BAM! Cassia hits you with an uppercut you never saw coming.
At least, that's how I felt.
In Dirt, she introduced three characters you either couldn't help but love or you absolutely loved to hate. It was an appetizer that made your mouth water, made you hunger for more, and just when you thought the waiter was about to wheel out the main course, everything turns black and the Closed sign snaps down on the window, leaving you bereaved and mourning the loss of this beautiful meal you were just beginning to savor.
Then, you get yourself pumped up for Seed, and you think, “Yup. I've got this one nailed down. In the bag. This is how it's gonna go down.” And of course, you're wrong, as usual. It's filling, it staved off your hunger for a bit, but this entree just didn't cut it for you, because now you're hooked. Now, if someone doesn't stop you, you could easily gorge yourself in hopes that you'll be able to fill that void, that one empty spot left unfilled.
But! There's still hope! Because lo and behold, book three is going to come along and you're FINALLY going to devour that rich dessert that's beckoning you with the dark chocolate drizzle that's just-this-side-of-pretentious and the bright green garnish that you have no idea why they include but you'd probably gripe about if it wasn't there—all this is leading you down a path, and at the end of that magical brick road is the happily ever after you've been lusting after for so many weeks. It is. You know it. You've been promised that HEA! It's rightfully yours!
So, hesitant, hopeful, a little on edge, you open Bloom, and immediately know this is going to be different. The tone, the subtle hint of change on the air, it all lends to something that unfolds quite beautifully, because it changes everything—including your opinions on things such as love, marriage, loyalty, and it even gives you a deeper understanding of grief and how it changes you.
By the time you're knee deep in this emotional turbulence, you've invested so much time knowing exactly what you want out of this book series, and you're pretty f'n certain you know where this is headed, but OF FRIGGIN' COURSE YOU DON'T, because it's Cassia and Cassia is queen and you're nothing but a disillusioned peasant mourning the loss of the HEA you dreamed of but never received, even while reveling in this surprising, satisfying, and ultimately perfect ending that you know couldn't have been told by anyone else on earth except Cassia.
Seriously, I was so swept away with everything going down with Jack, Laurel, and Isaac that my brain would wander back to them hours or even days after reading each book. They are the type of characters that consume you, and just when you think you have this all figured out—when you're secure in your belief that THIS is how it's going to end and you can rest easy knowing it's all packed away with a pretty red bow—BAM! Cassia hits you with an uppercut you never saw coming.
At least, that's how I felt.
In Dirt, she introduced three characters you either couldn't help but love or you absolutely loved to hate. It was an appetizer that made your mouth water, made you hunger for more, and just when you thought the waiter was about to wheel out the main course, everything turns black and the Closed sign snaps down on the window, leaving you bereaved and mourning the loss of this beautiful meal you were just beginning to savor.
Then, you get yourself pumped up for Seed, and you think, “Yup. I've got this one nailed down. In the bag. This is how it's gonna go down.” And of course, you're wrong, as usual. It's filling, it staved off your hunger for a bit, but this entree just didn't cut it for you, because now you're hooked. Now, if someone doesn't stop you, you could easily gorge yourself in hopes that you'll be able to fill that void, that one empty spot left unfilled.
But! There's still hope! Because lo and behold, book three is going to come along and you're FINALLY going to devour that rich dessert that's beckoning you with the dark chocolate drizzle that's just-this-side-of-pretentious and the bright green garnish that you have no idea why they include but you'd probably gripe about if it wasn't there—all this is leading you down a path, and at the end of that magical brick road is the happily ever after you've been lusting after for so many weeks. It is. You know it. You've been promised that HEA! It's rightfully yours!
So, hesitant, hopeful, a little on edge, you open Bloom, and immediately know this is going to be different. The tone, the subtle hint of change on the air, it all lends to something that unfolds quite beautifully, because it changes everything—including your opinions on things such as love, marriage, loyalty, and it even gives you a deeper understanding of grief and how it changes you.
By the time you're knee deep in this emotional turbulence, you've invested so much time knowing exactly what you want out of this book series, and you're pretty f'n certain you know where this is headed, but OF FRIGGIN' COURSE YOU DON'T, because it's Cassia and Cassia is queen and you're nothing but a disillusioned peasant mourning the loss of the HEA you dreamed of but never received, even while reveling in this surprising, satisfying, and ultimately perfect ending that you know couldn't have been told by anyone else on earth except Cassia.
April 30, 2018
“You need to decide if it is more important to be righteous or to be in love.”
Bloom is the conclusion to the three part Evergreen series and was just as I had hoped. Dirt took us in, introducing us to Jack and Laurel. We could feel the emotions that are sowed into their story. Every flower must grow through Dirt. Would Jack & Laurel’s grow or wither away? Dirt ended with a powerful, volatile scene and more questions left unanswered.
And so the Seeds of doubt have been planted….. Confusion, denial, and revenge continue to grow. Seed is no less emotional or intense as Dirt, overtaking us like a weed. With and intense circumstances that left me breathless.
As so here we are. The conclusion. Bloom. The soil is rich in uncertainty, the seeds are scattered. Will they bloom? Cassia Leo continues to surprise us. Revelations are around every corner.
For Jack, it was always about justice. Justice came before everything. Even me.
Marriage is like a seed that is planted. When given water and sunshine it will grow and bloom. Sometimes the weeds can take over and stunt its growth. Other times it will grow beyond what is expected. For Jack and Laurel their seed has done both. How would they cope with their unexpected circumstances?
“Love cannot be forced. Love is effortless. That is why a person in love will often describe it as being swept away. It takes no effort to fall in love. Falling out of love is an entirely different story. It requires a lot of effort and, more importantly, a lot of good, solid reasons. You are expecting to fall out of love with your wife just because you have a reason.”
I was captivated from the beginning by Jack & Laurel’s story. Their love story, their passion for each other is felt throughout all three books. Their vulnerabilities, insecurities and mistakes made this journey an amazing ride! I have gone from excited to devastated and back throughout this series. I loved the epilogue as well! A beautiful and touching place to end. And one last thing….those covers! Absolutely amazing!
4.5 stars
Bloom is the conclusion to the three part Evergreen series and was just as I had hoped. Dirt took us in, introducing us to Jack and Laurel. We could feel the emotions that are sowed into their story. Every flower must grow through Dirt. Would Jack & Laurel’s grow or wither away? Dirt ended with a powerful, volatile scene and more questions left unanswered.
And so the Seeds of doubt have been planted….. Confusion, denial, and revenge continue to grow. Seed is no less emotional or intense as Dirt, overtaking us like a weed. With and intense circumstances that left me breathless.
As so here we are. The conclusion. Bloom. The soil is rich in uncertainty, the seeds are scattered. Will they bloom? Cassia Leo continues to surprise us. Revelations are around every corner.
For Jack, it was always about justice. Justice came before everything. Even me.
Marriage is like a seed that is planted. When given water and sunshine it will grow and bloom. Sometimes the weeds can take over and stunt its growth. Other times it will grow beyond what is expected. For Jack and Laurel their seed has done both. How would they cope with their unexpected circumstances?
“Love cannot be forced. Love is effortless. That is why a person in love will often describe it as being swept away. It takes no effort to fall in love. Falling out of love is an entirely different story. It requires a lot of effort and, more importantly, a lot of good, solid reasons. You are expecting to fall out of love with your wife just because you have a reason.”
I was captivated from the beginning by Jack & Laurel’s story. Their love story, their passion for each other is felt throughout all three books. Their vulnerabilities, insecurities and mistakes made this journey an amazing ride! I have gone from excited to devastated and back throughout this series. I loved the epilogue as well! A beautiful and touching place to end. And one last thing….those covers! Absolutely amazing!
4.5 stars
May 9, 2018
BLOOM (EVERGREEN 3) by CASSIA LEO
I said it before and imma say it again. You can NEVER go wrong when you start and read a CASSIA LEO book.
Everyone who read this series is surely looking forward to this epic ending. I cannot put it down. Page by page I was constantly on a high and alert because of so many questions that was left unanswered on book 2. I didn't know what to think and expect really. My heart swells for both Laurel and Jack. Their love for each other is palpable while reading this series. What I love about this book and how Cassia Leo writes a perfect ending to a series is that she always comes up with a situation that will benefit each party, will make them hurt yet whole again and she always makes it look easy when it’s really not. I love that she was able to find a way to have these characters be whole again and find in their hearts to forgive and move forward not alone but together.
Did I expect the ending? No. Did I saw it coming? Not really. I was hoping for a more brutal truth that I didn’t see coming and I myself didn’t think of any other possibilities. IDK, maybe I was not thinking. I was more concerned about how Laurel will be brave enough to admit things and how Jack will respond that I didn’t saw it coming. It’s kinda funny coz usually a reader will think of so many possibilities but I didn’t for some reason. Maybe I was so into the book that I just wanna read it. Haha
This series is one of Cassia’s best. But really, most of her books are a must read so I may be biased on this. But believe me when I say that her stories are freakin good and do not disappoint.
♥
I said it before and imma say it again. You can NEVER go wrong when you start and read a CASSIA LEO book.
Everyone who read this series is surely looking forward to this epic ending. I cannot put it down. Page by page I was constantly on a high and alert because of so many questions that was left unanswered on book 2. I didn't know what to think and expect really. My heart swells for both Laurel and Jack. Their love for each other is palpable while reading this series. What I love about this book and how Cassia Leo writes a perfect ending to a series is that she always comes up with a situation that will benefit each party, will make them hurt yet whole again and she always makes it look easy when it’s really not. I love that she was able to find a way to have these characters be whole again and find in their hearts to forgive and move forward not alone but together.
Did I expect the ending? No. Did I saw it coming? Not really. I was hoping for a more brutal truth that I didn’t see coming and I myself didn’t think of any other possibilities. IDK, maybe I was not thinking. I was more concerned about how Laurel will be brave enough to admit things and how Jack will respond that I didn’t saw it coming. It’s kinda funny coz usually a reader will think of so many possibilities but I didn’t for some reason. Maybe I was so into the book that I just wanna read it. Haha
This series is one of Cassia’s best. But really, most of her books are a must read so I may be biased on this. But believe me when I say that her stories are freakin good and do not disappoint.
♥
May 6, 2018
Here we are at the conclusion to the wonderful Evergreen Series by Cassia Leo. If you were like me and were completely enthralled with Dirt and then Seed, book 3 in this series, Bloom won’t disappoint. At the end of Seed we were left hanging on the edge of our seats wondering what was in store for the three main characters Jack, Laurel and Issac. I thoroughly enjoyed Bloom and as per usual Cassia has a knack of wrapping up a series expertly and precisely, continuing to take us on a ride with the characters and continuing to pull at our heart strings. I found Bloom quite therapeutic personally, a lot that happened in Bloom that resonated with me personally. This always makes a book that extra bit more enjoyable to read.
In Bloom, I really noticed the characters growth emotionally, especially Laurel. There was a light bulb moment in Bloom where Laurel acknowledged what she had been going through and what she needed to do to move forward. It was a big moment, and it was then I felt that Laurel could make it. It’s hard to say too much about what happens in Bloom, and to each of the characters, without giving too much away. Just read it, and if you haven’t read any of the series, start at the beginning with Dirt and be drawn in just like I was. Amazing characters, a story line that you will become engrossed in and a conclusion that will make your heart bloom!
In Bloom, I really noticed the characters growth emotionally, especially Laurel. There was a light bulb moment in Bloom where Laurel acknowledged what she had been going through and what she needed to do to move forward. It was a big moment, and it was then I felt that Laurel could make it. It’s hard to say too much about what happens in Bloom, and to each of the characters, without giving too much away. Just read it, and if you haven’t read any of the series, start at the beginning with Dirt and be drawn in just like I was. Amazing characters, a story line that you will become engrossed in and a conclusion that will make your heart bloom!
May 8, 2018
Beautiful ending to this heart wrenching series.
This series has run the gamut of emotions and feelings. It takes a talented author to pull this much emotion - good and bad - and make you care deeply for characters that you sometimes don’t like so much.
Laurel has to face the consequences of her actions from Book 2 and in a way - so does Jack. There is a lot of hurt from her betrayal to overcome if Jack and Laurel are going to get their HEA. We will also find out what role Isaac is going to play in Laurel’s future.
This series has had many twists and turns and that continues in this book although it does resolve this triangle mess. Life is full of roses and thorns.
For me - Laurel is still a mess; I am still not a fan of Isaac; and Jack does have to take some responsibility over his abandonment of Laurel that led to much of this. It’s definitely a shared responsibility all the way around.
This books wraps up the series beautifully and that epilogue is full of sweetness and light.
My favorite quotes that really sum up the story:
“You didn’t hurt me, Laurel. You f***ing killed me.”
“It’s almost as if I’ve spent the last few months balancing on a knife’s point and, instead of asking for help, I decided to impale myself.”
“I don’t want to hurt you or me anymore. I just want to love you.“
“Take as long as you need. But I can’t stand here and pretend I’m okay with losing you.”
I voluntarily requested and read an advance reader copy.
This series has run the gamut of emotions and feelings. It takes a talented author to pull this much emotion - good and bad - and make you care deeply for characters that you sometimes don’t like so much.
Laurel has to face the consequences of her actions from Book 2 and in a way - so does Jack. There is a lot of hurt from her betrayal to overcome if Jack and Laurel are going to get their HEA. We will also find out what role Isaac is going to play in Laurel’s future.
This series has had many twists and turns and that continues in this book although it does resolve this triangle mess. Life is full of roses and thorns.
For me - Laurel is still a mess; I am still not a fan of Isaac; and Jack does have to take some responsibility over his abandonment of Laurel that led to much of this. It’s definitely a shared responsibility all the way around.
This books wraps up the series beautifully and that epilogue is full of sweetness and light.
My favorite quotes that really sum up the story:
“You didn’t hurt me, Laurel. You f***ing killed me.”
“It’s almost as if I’ve spent the last few months balancing on a knife’s point and, instead of asking for help, I decided to impale myself.”
“I don’t want to hurt you or me anymore. I just want to love you.“
“Take as long as you need. But I can’t stand here and pretend I’m okay with losing you.”
I voluntarily requested and read an advance reader copy.
May 3, 2018
Bloom is the highly anticipated final installment of the Evergreen series. Bloom picks up right where Seed left off. Jack has come back for Laurel and is ready to work on their marriage. Laurel is so relieved, but also scared to death because she knows something he doesn’t and she knows he won’t stick around after she tells him. I really wasn’t sure how things were going to turn out. I knew who I thought should be together. In my head it was the only answer. Jack and Laurel were so deeply in love. Obviously, they had a lot of issues in their marriage but I never doubted their love for one another. Isaac was a wonderful character and a great guy. He had his flaws too and I’m sure some were unforgivable to some people, but I understood him. Bloom was a nice conclusion to this series because we finally get all of our questions answered and all the characters showed a tremendous amount of growth. I’m very happy with how this story played out. I loved the suspense, the love triangle, the cliff hangers that left me wanting more, the sexy times, and the relationships. I’m hoping there will be a spin off or two. I highly recommend this series to everyone who loves angst, suspense and very realistic love stories.
May 4, 2018
What a fitting way to end the Evergreen series!
After all the ups and downs, Laurel and Jack need to make some tough decisions. The love between them is still there and you can just feel it, but so many things have happened that just forgetting and starting over seems impossible. They have grieved, but I think they spent so much time reliving the past events that they’ve had no time to really sit and think about how that has affected them.
They had so much growing up to do in relation to their marriage. This is where all their frustrations have fallen and the reason they aren’t doing so well. This book finally gives them a chance to right the wrongs they have done to themselves and each other. We see how they both work to get better and possibly save their relationship.
I have always been #TeamJack and I am happy with the way things worked out for him. I won’t say what happens, but I will say that I was glad. I was also satisfied with the way things worked out for Laurel and even Isaac. They were all great characters who deserved to get a happy ending. The story was beautifully written from the beginning in Book 1 until the end of this book and I couldn’t have been more satisfied with the way things turned out.
After all the ups and downs, Laurel and Jack need to make some tough decisions. The love between them is still there and you can just feel it, but so many things have happened that just forgetting and starting over seems impossible. They have grieved, but I think they spent so much time reliving the past events that they’ve had no time to really sit and think about how that has affected them.
They had so much growing up to do in relation to their marriage. This is where all their frustrations have fallen and the reason they aren’t doing so well. This book finally gives them a chance to right the wrongs they have done to themselves and each other. We see how they both work to get better and possibly save their relationship.
I have always been #TeamJack and I am happy with the way things worked out for him. I won’t say what happens, but I will say that I was glad. I was also satisfied with the way things worked out for Laurel and even Isaac. They were all great characters who deserved to get a happy ending. The story was beautifully written from the beginning in Book 1 until the end of this book and I couldn’t have been more satisfied with the way things turned out.
May 6, 2018
Bloom is book 3 of the Evergreen series. Cassia is the only author I know that can completely rip your heart out and piece it back together! I’ve never been disappointed in a story by this author and The Evergreen Series is a new addition to a fantastic list of stories and characters that we all love.
Can Laurel and Jack due any further damage to their marriage? Two stubborn people building up walls to protect themselves and one drunken night Laurel does the unthinkable....cheated on Jack with Issac (ending to book 2).
Laurel realizes that she and Issac have slept together and before she can become sober enough to get all of the facts together Jack (after an extended absence is Boise) comes in to bring the love of his life home. Wanting to be with her husband and wash away her deceit Laurel sleeps with Jack (unprotected).
Returning to their home in Hood River Laurel does not know what to do and she is scared that her actions could lead to pregnancy. How would she explain this to her husband, to Issac.
When the results are in Laurel must tell Jack what she has done and deal with the consequences. Is this the betrayal that will end their relationship or can they survive and raise a child together, no matter who the father is.
Can Laurel and Jack due any further damage to their marriage? Two stubborn people building up walls to protect themselves and one drunken night Laurel does the unthinkable....cheated on Jack with Issac (ending to book 2).
Laurel realizes that she and Issac have slept together and before she can become sober enough to get all of the facts together Jack (after an extended absence is Boise) comes in to bring the love of his life home. Wanting to be with her husband and wash away her deceit Laurel sleeps with Jack (unprotected).
Returning to their home in Hood River Laurel does not know what to do and she is scared that her actions could lead to pregnancy. How would she explain this to her husband, to Issac.
When the results are in Laurel must tell Jack what she has done and deal with the consequences. Is this the betrayal that will end their relationship or can they survive and raise a child together, no matter who the father is.
May 1, 2018
This series!!!! Let me just start with which #Team I was for in the beginning. #TeamJack By time Seed came along I was wishy washy. I was leaning more towards #TeamIssac. I felt Jack wasn’t doing his part as a husband anymore and that there may have been too much mayhem between Jack and Laurel to fix what they once had. Being a married lady I firmly believe in giving it your all to repair a marriage though, instead of the easy way of walking away from each other. I had to hold onto hope that #TeamMarriage won in the end. I was also firmly set on #TeamHappyIssacHappyLife. With that being said I was a little scared to start this book because I wasn’t sure who was gonna end up with who and how I would feel about it. One thing about Cassia’s writing, even if I wouldn’t have chosen the same ending, I have always been happy and satisfied with the outcome. Bloom was no different. There was lots of shaky ground to fix and mend between all parties. The important thing is everyone came out on the “happy ever after” side of things. I’m giving no clues as to who Laure ended up with. You’re gonna need to read it to find out.
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