22

Why do I feel like I've been hit? I knew from previous books that Kaci died, but reading her last days has ruined me. You won't be lost if you read as a standalone, but I bet you'll want to grab the SOS box set to see their back story. I knew Kaci had secrets and the lengths she went to for some things is remarkable, I didn't know if I even liked her at times, but then "Pixie" would come into play. I love all the characters from other books that the author wove into the tale, so many things are clear, but now I also need to know things, so I'll patiently wait (not!) for the next book centered around Sal. We learn how Sal and Amber became so close and the good and bad of others. My heart broke for so many reasons for Sal. How can a man be expected to go thru everything he has, love and hate his wife and have his world turned upside down, you fight, f*** and live! I'm glad I read this emotional and gut wrenching story. What would you do in your final 22 days?

Megan Alexis

171 reviews1 follower

22 took me on a journey. A journey I wasnt prepared for. I am wrecked. This book takes you on a roller coaster of emotions. I highly recommend NOT reading this book at work if you get riled up by fictional characters and the authors who weave their tales. (Co workers seem to get confused when you start to curse and cry in your cubicle for no apparent reason....) 22 is the story of Sals last 22 days with Kaci. I never knew I could hate someone as much as I love them but Kace has that magic touch. I want to wring her pixie neck half the time but the other half I want her to stay and get all the joy and happiness in the world. A lot of questions are answered, puzzle pieces are flipped over, and the picture becomes clearer... but maybe like one of those hologram puzzles because now I have more questions that I cant wait to discover the answers to. I highly reccomend reading SOS before or immediately after 22. Then going back to either juliet for Iris or The Ride series for Amber. KRS does multi genre book merge better than anyone else! This whole universe of flowing characters and plot twists out the wazoo has me enthralled to no end!! There is so much heart in this story though. It's like the pages are alive. You can not read this story and leave it feeling anything less than humbled. I mean your heart may be lying beside you crushed to death while your soul is suckes out and devoured.... but you will be grateful because this story is EVERYTHING!!!

Kathleen R.

1,407 reviews43 followers

July 21, 2018

There was one thing that Kailee Reese Samuels promised when she wrote 22 – it was to create an angsty novel that will make your heart pound with all sorts of emotions. 22 hit that mark. I knew Kaci’s fate – it was hard not to know when you read the previous published books by this author and not know what’s to happen to this pixie girl, so this book was the goodbye of all goodbyes.

It hurt. It really did. I found myself sniffling more than once and couldn`t even begin to comprehend just where this story was going. Just when you think it`ll be about one single thing – for example, Kaci and Sal enjoying what time they had together and going at it like bunnies when health permitted, it was about redemption. Solidifying bridges that you once thought were burned. And especially about making sure that your loved ones understand that going on in their future is exactly what you want and what they need.

Would I suggest reading the previous books in this series? I truly would because reading Kailee Reese Samuels’ books is like a puzzle. They’re just about everywhere, but they will fit eventually together, even if you can’t see the picture right away. There are four books to this series (the SoS series) and with each instalment, you get a better appreciation of what`s going on between these two. How they became to be who they are and what they will become.

It`s beautiful. It`s heartbreaking. And it`s memorable. This is what this author delivered with 22 and I for one, can`t wait for what`s next from her in the future.

*ARC provided by Author in exchange for an honest review. Reviewed by Kathleen, The Small Girl from A small girl, her man and her books

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Donna

1,448 reviews23 followers

I went into this book completely blind, as I am reading this book as a standalone. The characters are all new and so are the places that they travelled too. So although the rest of the world know about Sal and Kaci they were new and shiny to me, this book broke my heart completely.

This book has no HEA, well in a sense it does for one characters. I can't not tell you enough just how emotional this book made me. I cried on a whim and people were asking me what was wrong, I have just been a soppy mess for days. On the other hand I did laugh (not sure if I was supposed to) I did lose my temper and I wanted to make everything stop. I just wanted to stop time and make it all go away.

This book can completely be read as a standalone, my reading experience wasn't effected by the fact that I didn't read the books before this. But rest assured I will go back and read them all and read this book again as a part of the series.

I really recommend this book, be prepared to go on an emotional journey. This book has triggers so be warned but it's worth the risk.

Allison Gill

448 reviews8 followers

July 8, 2018

I just spent the last 2 days on an emotional knife edge. Having to put the book down to recover every so often doesn't happen very often with books I normally read. This book is very powerful in the story it has to tell. 22 days for Kaci and Sal to say their goodbyes, in a trip down memory lane that wont leave you in any doubt who the Master really is. Even writing this review is making me want to cry, thinking of all the places they visited and all the secrets that were told. It's not all sad!!
There were moments I laughed out loud and moments I wished I could hit someone.
Very well written and if I hadn't needed a break to recharge my emotions, I would have read the book in one sitting.
The book does have triggers, so please check before buying. If not an issue then give it a go.

Energy Rae

1,762 reviews55 followers

Samuels takes us back to when Kaci was alive and gives us her final 22 days. 22 days in which they get to say goodbye, and it's not enough time. But it never really is in the end and that's what makes this ride so emotionally charged.

Sal and Kaci's relationship has never been easy, but when you love someone, it doesn't matter. Because as Samuels writes "..love is love...the truth is love has a mind of its own." I have to imagine loving Kaci would be impossibly difficult and I think Sal is one of a small handful that can truly love her.

For those who know the story of Kaci and Sal, it doesn't end on an HEA, but it doesn't need to, because you go into the book knowing it's about the journey being told, and Samuels always writes a beautiful journey.

Angela

475 reviews7 followers

July 8, 2018

This one is not a HEA. But it didn’t need to be! Loved getting Kaci’s story. Filled in some of the questions I had from other books. Also we get a deeper look at our boy Sal & whyAmber is in so deep. Overall emotional story with Kaci

Sparklin C Reads

1,995 reviews

July 6, 2018

The story of Sal and Kaci was a story filled with plenty of emotions. A lot can happen in 22 days.

Candy

408 reviews38 followers

It is time for the final good-bye. It is time for the truth to come out. It is time to let Hope go. It is time for all the fragmented fibers the Kaci has created from Sal & weave them in to a mastery tapestry. It is Sal & Kaci's last 22 days. As the end nears, Sal comes to realize just how much Kaci has set him up. The truth is Sal embraces what Kaci has put in motion because it gives him a purpose. But what Kaci never expected was for Sal to find his own way to the end.

This is a brilliant bitter sweet journey of letting go of a true love & embracing what is to come next. Kailee Reese Samuels takes on the intimate ending to an amazing love story & lets us see all that is beautify & ugly at the same time. It is difficult to let go & remember everything that was grand while faced with the truth about how you got there. Sal's struggles are real & Kaci truly wants hang on, but in the end, everyone must let go.

I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Readers Copy of this book.

Natalie Miernicki

767 reviews3 followers

Wow just wow!! This book was emotional, it was raw and it was so real... Kailee really bought to fruition the feelings and emotions people go through when they are near the end of their life!! In this story we get to witness and share in the heartbreak, the anguish and the utter love and devotion of Sal and Kaci in the final 22 days of Kaci’s life. Words cannot express the hauntingly beautiful but devastatingly sad story that sees the end of Sal & Kaci’s fairytale. Kailee as an author never ceases to amaze me with her writing style, you get sucked into her stories and you feel everything, every emotion, every up and every down right along with all the characters... this book was a fabulous look back at the magic that was Sal and Kaci.

Mona Livsey

376 reviews3 followers

I have read everything this Author has published but I have to say this story has left me devastated. As my reviews of Kailee’s other books will foretell I am totally in love with the Sal character. A vivacious sensually attentive man any woman wouldd die for. And in reading all of Sal’s stories we do know that his beloved wife Kaci Hope does die from Cancer. This story encompasses the last 22 days they have left together, all the reasons Sal is the way he is about Miss Kaci. This story will rip out your heart and stomp on it and lift it back up with all the love entrenched in the characters of this series. 22 is written with such love and emotions that it will have you in tears.
Even if you haven’t read the rest of the series, this will make an amazing Stand Alone. Well Done!🌺

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Bethany

567 reviews

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I loved 22. This book is very powerful in the story it has to tell. 22 days for Kaci and Sal to say their goodbyes, in a trip down memory lane that wont leave you in any doubt who the Master really is. This book is a very emotional story which does not end in a happy ending but gives us a better look into why Kaci did the things she did as well as questions answered from the other books. This then gave me an understanding on how Sal does what he does and also into his relationship with Amber. There were moments I laughed out loud and moments I wished I could hit someone. I would definatly recommend.

4,013 reviews431 followers

Wow what a journey this author has taken me on. Each book I read I think it’s her best ever and my favourite. She’s just blown my mind again with this awesome read.

22 is Kaci and Sals story. A trip down memory lane in 22 days. Their story is a brilliantly written emotional story.

This book can be read as a standalone. I’ve read the previous books and I honestly think this is my favourite read from this author.
22 is a powerful and emotional read with twists and turns that floored me.
If I could give this more than five stars I would. Can’t wait to read more from this author.

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Lisa Roberts

3,236 reviews27 followers

This is Sals and Kaci journey for 22 days as they prepare for their goodbye and it is emotional, intense and grips you in every way possible and the lies and truths and questions answered. These characters are very well developed and the writing so descriptive your feel every single emotion and heartache with Sal having the biggest heart and fighting his feelings as he comes to terms with his situation is powerful and I loved him for it.

Sarah DeLong

1,757 reviews1 follower

An extremely emotional and stunning read that does not end in a HEA. Kaci and Sal's final 22 days together are wrought with laughter and ugly cry tears. The reader gets to see a more in depth look into their world and their journey. As typical of this author, she has managed to pen a masterful mind bending read. There are triggers so I caution readers to be aware of them.

Terri

59 reviews1 follower

22 days. A story that takes you through every emotion. You will laugh, feel the passion, even hate. And you will most definitely cry. Kaci and Sal will take you on an erotic rollercoaster ride that will leave you wrecked. Hidden truths, deceit and intense pleasure and pain. I loved every piece of this story! A definite must read!

Paula Lawrence Logan

25 reviews6 followers

July 19, 2018

OMG...22 was a journey I wasnt prepared for. I am wrecked. Be prepared for the emotional roller coaster you will be going on. You're sucked in from page one. You may want to read 22 alone, so as to not disturb others. At times you'll cry and even curse. 22 grabs your heart by a string.

You can read this as a stand alone, but you'll want to read them all.

22 gets your mind to wondering...What would you do in YOUR last 22 days?

I highly recommend this book to everybody. A must for your library.

BRAVO, KRS! You've done it again!

Jennifer Richey

1,992 reviews

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Wow! This book did I cry ever so much now I really need to go back and read the other books but this one really hit hard.

334 reviews9 followers

“By now, you may know my tale. I'm the lost love of Salvatore Raniero’s life, the one to break him, and show him love like no one ever had.”

To say I was nervous before even starting 22 would be a huge understatement. Nothing I can say will do this book justice. It deserves more than 5 stars and is hands down my favorite read by KRS. We are given an emotional, sexy and suspenseful story where hidden truths are revealed.

“Love is messy; death is messy, but our spiraling emotions which spin involuntarily up and down the helix are tragic.”

You know how the story ends but nothing can prepare you for the ride. The web KRS weaves is like no other. Answers to many questions are given and even some questions I didn’t realize I had are answered. You will began to understand why the bond between certain characters is unbreakable and why they are so fiercely loyal.

“You are mine. My girl. My bitch. My fucking slut.”

I feel like my own connection to Sal is deeper than ever. I fall more in love with him in each sentence, each scene and every book. We have witnessed all his struggles, heartache, pain, love and growth. All of which has made him the strong mofo he is today. Beautiful Kaci, I really loved her in Hopechest and I love her now but man...her manipulation game is on point. But if I was given an expiration date, I can’t say I would do anything different. I loved hearing both their voices, thoughts and seeing inside their hearts.

“God, I hate you. God, I love you. God, please don’t go. Please, take me instead. Please, I’ll beg. I’ll bargain. Let me go before she does, so I don’t have to feel this hurt.”

Kailee keep me on my toes with all her twist and turns. I definitely had a few WTF moments not believing what I had just read and don’t get me started on that ending....MIND. BLOWN!!! I absolutely recommend this book!!

“This is about the journey, not the end. The end is an ugly place.”

Dora Harvey

1,120 reviews10 followers

I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book.

Wow! This one threw me for a loop and BLEW...MY…MIND trying to figure out what will happen next, but it is a hot as hell romantic book! Even though we were told this is about the journey, I wasn’t expecting the turn this story took; it was quite an unexpected surprise that may leave you exasperated wondering how everything will turn out, but it is jaw-dropping good! When reading the story, it may make you feel sad, confused, appalled, even laugh, and maybe euphoric. This book was impossible to put down, and it will have you on the edge of your seat. Kailee Reese Samuels presents one of the most audacious love stories, and slowly takes you through so many heart wrenching emotions. From the very first page I was spellbound by these fantastically described characters that you will find yourself falling in love with them—or not. Read Kaci and Sal’s journey for the last 22 days—it is one hell of a roller coaster ride! Their journey is full of deception, hurt, trust, intrigue, commitment, and love. There several twists and turns within the storyline that will pique your interest—you will not be disappointed. The scenes are well written, fast-paced and flow smoothly from one scene to the next. I don’t want to give away too much, but this is a definite MUST READ!!

Little monster

696 reviews19 followers

Oh my god oh my god oh my god.

Kailee has done it again to me this book ripped me apart from the inside I've never cried so much. This book can be read as a stand alone but I do recommend reading the SOS boxset before hand to get a feel for these amazing characters. My heart broke for Sal, Kaci kept so much from him so many secrets she kept hidden had my jaw on the floor. As soon as I thought Kailee couldn't possibly do anything more she throws a couple of shockers in there.

What Sal has been through in all these books have had me cheering him on or crying for him. These last 22 days counting down to Kaci his wife's last days battling with cancer is heartbreaking and will have you crying ugly tears. All the old favourite characters pop back here and there in this book.

I can't even tell you what Kailee does to me she is amazing and my unicorn author she can't do no wrong for me and yet again another cracker of a book. I urge you to pick this or any book by Kailee up beileve me you won't be disappointed.

Romaine Heart

2,337 reviews30 followers

April 19, 2019

Speechless! Heartwretching! Mindblowing!
22 sends you on a powerful, emotional journey as Kaci and Sal say their goodbyes in Kaci's final days that will blow you away! A memorable final dance that will rip your heart out.
Sal has a big heart. You could feel his deep unconditional love for Kaci even though he hated her at times. Sometimes I wondered if Kaci really loved him or was this part of her game.
Some of Kaci's lies are exposed and secrets are revealed but who does the Master trust now? Will he make the right choices or is he set up for failure? Unanswered questions that will be in future books that will definitely be a must read!
Kailee Reese Samuels has a creative talent for writing stories that are addicting. A book drug you can't get out of your system. She weaves a web of love, trust, mystery, suspense, deceit, betrayal, steamy scenes and kink at its best. Each book is a masterpiece. Five stars plus.
I would definitely recommend 22 as well as her other books.

Brandy Lucero

46 reviews11 followers

July 13, 2018

Kailee Reese Samuels has done it again AND this book is soooo good!!!! This book WILL DEFINITELY take you on an emotional roller coaster and I knew going into this story that it was NOT going to end with them riding off into the sunset on matching motorcycles, but I was not at all prepared for the emotional heart strangling that occurred in Kaci's last 22 days.... EACH page turn brought NOT only new trauma, but diabolical plot twists that was orchestrated by the one and only dying Pixie Mistress. I do NOT know how Sal does it as I CANNOT even imagine saying goodbye to my spouse. You will simultaneously fall madly in love with and vehemently detest Sal as he struggles to come to terms with losing his wife and puppeteer one day at a time, until he is all that is left, until he is exactly what she made him. This will DEFINITELY become one of my re-reads.... I DEFINITELY recommend reading this book!!!!

Nicole Brown

169 reviews4 followers

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This will not give you a HEA but the book will pull you through the emotional ringer and never let you go. This book just works and it is amazing. Brilliantly written and a much needed storyline that we needed. This book will make you ride an emotional roller coaster and leave you yearning for more. It is a very tragic story but it pulls you in and moves you like no other will. Kaillee Reese Samuels is an author to make sure that you add to your one click lists folks. This book is amazing and soul wrenching. I just needed more and more. Get this story as fast as you can. This book is a stand alone but rest assured it is not an HEA. It will be an ugly cry but worth the box of tissues that I went through.

458 reviews14 followers

Awww this is heartbreaking. Kailee has given us a more in depth look into the last 22 Kaci and Sal get to be together. It is their long final goodbye. It is always hard to lose someone you love and Sal love's with everything he has. The relationship between Kaci and Sal has not always been smooth sailing in fact it has been mostly rocky mostly due to Kaci. Sal found it in his heart to forgive her only to have the rug pulled out from under him so he is putting everything into her las days spent with him. Prepare to get out he tissues you will probably be a blubbering mess, but of course this wouldn't be the work of KRS if she didn't drop a few bombs into the mix and my are they explosive. Goodbye Hope RIP xox

Tianna Croy

467 reviews5 followers

July 17, 2018

When you are warned that there is no HEA, heed that warning and be prepared for an emotional roller coaster. As much as I felt sorry for Kaci and the fact that she was dying there were times that I wanted to kill her myself. Sal, poor Sal, I wanted to beat him sometimes too. How in the heck can he be so young but have already had so much experience. For as many answers that we got I found I had some new questions. This is a raw, intense and emotional final journey. Certain things about this world still cause me concern but to say it's intriguing is somewhat of an understatement. I will say that this book should not be read during PMS! My husband didn't know if he should bring chocolate, tissues or just stay the heck away.

Jessica

1,683 reviews12 followers

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Another great addition to Sal’s story. So many blanks were filled in, but there’s always more to the story. We’re left with another wtf! moment that has us begging for more of the story.
There’s so many players to these stories and they all have so many secrets; we need a diagram to keep everyone straight!
I loved that this book was from both Sal and Kaci’s POV so we knew a bit more about their thoughts and feelings. There were always lessons to be learned, people to win over, love, and ultimately loss. It was sad at the end, but there was so much more to the story than death that I was left feeling more hopeful than anything else.

StinaA

705 reviews5 followers

Reading this story, 22, will take you on an emotional rollercoaster. You will laugh, growl, smirk, rub your thighs together and you will cry...you will most definitely cry! 22 is Kaci's 22 last days. We get to know more about Kaci and Sal's story, some questions will be answered for those of us that have read the previous books. But I have heard it's no problem whatsoever, to read it as a standalone!

I loved it, because Kaci is one of my favorite characters, and so I Sal!! And together, they are like fireworks! When I was finished with that last page, I had this feeling..that it was the end of an era! And what an epic era it was!!

Kathleen Selk

24 reviews1 follower