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The Souls Duet #2
Where We Fall
Two lovers, meant for each other, defying their destiny.But when catastrophe nearly tears them apart, will fear separate them further? Or will love bring them back together?Where We Fall is a companion novella to When We Crash, the story that introduced us to Dexter Andrews and his passionate yet troubled soulmate, Noa Cruz.
- GenresRomance
186 pages, Paperback
First published March 12, 2020
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Cynthia A. Rodriguez
24 books393 followersCynthia hates writing her own bio. In her down-time, you can find her watching movies, ranging anywhere from classic to action flicks (she has a weakness for Marvel adaptations), and reading any novel she can get her hands on.
She loves hearing from her readers! You can reach Cynthia at cynthia.a.rodriguez6@gmail.com. Both her Twitter and Instagram handles are @thecynrodriguez.
She loves hearing from her readers! You can reach Cynthia at cynthia.a.rodriguez6@gmail.com. Both her Twitter and Instagram handles are @thecynrodriguez.
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March 26, 2020
4,5 💔💙💙💔⚡️⚡️🌟🌟🌟🌟s❣️
The author’s writing was exceptional, captivating me through the remains of Dexter ana Noa’s journey.
Although this bond was full of love, it was also full of hatred and mistakes that made this relationship complex and toxic.
My heart broke for both main characters, I didn’t know what side I wanted to be on.
They were simply great!
This duet was a powerful, hard and tough read, filled with unending love, hope, loss, forgiveness and breakage.
It was heartbreakingly awe inspiring.
“If I had to remember to breathe...
... I’d die for all I think of you.” Dexter
💔
The author’s writing was exceptional, captivating me through the remains of Dexter ana Noa’s journey.
Although this bond was full of love, it was also full of hatred and mistakes that made this relationship complex and toxic.
My heart broke for both main characters, I didn’t know what side I wanted to be on.
They were simply great!
This duet was a powerful, hard and tough read, filled with unending love, hope, loss, forgiveness and breakage.
It was heartbreakingly awe inspiring.
“If I had to remember to breathe...
... I’d die for all I think of you.” Dexter
💔
March 11, 2020
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A catastrophe once again threatens the future of Dexter and Noa, but the Angel of Death is willing to keep giving them more chances if Dexter continues to not give up. He won't give him the answers, but he'll let him keep trying. Fear stands in their way though, when one is ready the other runs. When they're finally ready to run to one another life and fate has other plans.
"We loved each other so much, we hated each other."
Oh. My. Lanta. How do I even review this without giving anything away? Where We Fall finds us immediately after the events of When We Crash and crash we did. This time we get Noa's perspective, both in the present and in incredible glimpses into the past. Pieces of the puzzle we didn't know were missing are put in place and yet, even with the puzzle fitting together, Noa and Dexter can't seem to finish it. Filled with the same angst and heartbreak and love as the first part, Where We Fall is the dramatic conclusion I both needed and shied away from. I knew this story wouldn't be easy, nothing is ever easy where bargaining and death is involved, but my word does Cynthia A. Rodriguez put these characters through it. With incredible prose and no fear at all, Cynthia tells us a story of love, of fighting for every chance you're giving, for the wake up calls life gives us when we aren't paying attention.
"'No big deal,' I whispered. 'Just watching my soulmate walk away.'"
Raw, intense, and unexpected, Where We Fall is a stunning conclusion to The Souls Duet. If you can, read these two back to back, don't take a break in between. Embrace those tears, cozy up with your emotions, it has the most impact when read together. Complex and incredibly detailed, Where We Fall, really The Souls Duet in its entirety, is a magical story of hope and it's one I highly recommend.
ARC provided.
A catastrophe once again threatens the future of Dexter and Noa, but the Angel of Death is willing to keep giving them more chances if Dexter continues to not give up. He won't give him the answers, but he'll let him keep trying. Fear stands in their way though, when one is ready the other runs. When they're finally ready to run to one another life and fate has other plans.
"We loved each other so much, we hated each other."
Oh. My. Lanta. How do I even review this without giving anything away? Where We Fall finds us immediately after the events of When We Crash and crash we did. This time we get Noa's perspective, both in the present and in incredible glimpses into the past. Pieces of the puzzle we didn't know were missing are put in place and yet, even with the puzzle fitting together, Noa and Dexter can't seem to finish it. Filled with the same angst and heartbreak and love as the first part, Where We Fall is the dramatic conclusion I both needed and shied away from. I knew this story wouldn't be easy, nothing is ever easy where bargaining and death is involved, but my word does Cynthia A. Rodriguez put these characters through it. With incredible prose and no fear at all, Cynthia tells us a story of love, of fighting for every chance you're giving, for the wake up calls life gives us when we aren't paying attention.
"'No big deal,' I whispered. 'Just watching my soulmate walk away.'"
Raw, intense, and unexpected, Where We Fall is a stunning conclusion to The Souls Duet. If you can, read these two back to back, don't take a break in between. Embrace those tears, cozy up with your emotions, it has the most impact when read together. Complex and incredibly detailed, Where We Fall, really The Souls Duet in its entirety, is a magical story of hope and it's one I highly recommend.
ARC provided.
March 9, 2020
“If I had to remember to breathe... I’d die for all I think of you.”
When I tell you that this duet is EVERYTHING-- I 115% mean it. I don't think that there could have been any other way to end the story of Dexter and Noa then this one right here.
The complexity of these two characters intrigued me from day one. And every time I turned the page in Where We Fall I was just so in awe of these two people and the way Cynthia wrote them. Their differences and their love and their strength and hope-- MAN. It was just all so good.
(This review is short. I know. But I read somewhere online where people don't like to read long reviews so, I guess you can thank them LOL!) Plus, this is an epic ending to a haunting love story and basically I do not want to ruin annnnnything for any of you.
I cried (well not literally), I yelled, I cheered, and I begged all the way through. Never giving up and never stopping. And when it was all said and done I was emotionally exhausted.
AND IT WAS AWESOME!!
When I tell you that this duet is EVERYTHING-- I 115% mean it. I don't think that there could have been any other way to end the story of Dexter and Noa then this one right here.
The complexity of these two characters intrigued me from day one. And every time I turned the page in Where We Fall I was just so in awe of these two people and the way Cynthia wrote them. Their differences and their love and their strength and hope-- MAN. It was just all so good.
(This review is short. I know. But I read somewhere online where people don't like to read long reviews so, I guess you can thank them LOL!) Plus, this is an epic ending to a haunting love story and basically I do not want to ruin annnnnything for any of you.
I cried (well not literally), I yelled, I cheered, and I begged all the way through. Never giving up and never stopping. And when it was all said and done I was emotionally exhausted.
AND IT WAS AWESOME!!
March 12, 2020
If I had to describe this duet in one word it would be ANGST. So much angst. Cynthia's words are poetry and they will leave you craving more of them. After reading When We Crash, I was left anxiety ridden. Noa and Dexter were soulmates, this has to be okay. Going into Where We Fall I expected some angst, I didn't, however, expect the level that is there. These characters are broken. So broken that even after divine intervention they can't see through the darkness. At the end of the last book I was mad at Dexter for various reasons. I understand he had his issues, but really, he didn't handle things well. At all. Reading this book I wanted to punch pretty much every character in it. Is that bad? Well, that gives you the level of feeling that went into this book. If there was no feeling and it didn't pull on all my heart strings, I wouldn't have liked it. Cynthia's words just suck you in and you are feeling all of the things that Dexter and Noa feel, and believe me, it hurts. The writing is gorgeous and the story will leave you feeling breathless with a ball of anxiety in your belly, but ultimately, love will prevail over the darkness.
May 21, 2022
UGGHHH. The book I couldn't click 'buy' fast enough for... The ending of book one had me reeling. And this whole book had me so angry and enraptured the entire time. I fell more in love with Dexter and more in love with Noa. He was perfect and frustrating. She was real and amazing and pure strength and INFURIATING! Their story and their journey was a full ride that I wish I could read over and over again for the first time; it was painful and heartbreaking while also full of love and joy. I loved seeing their perspective of the past (parts of book 1) displayed throughout. Rodriguez gave me everything I needed to wrap up their story, in this life, together.
The only reason I have 4 stars (I'm sorry!!) was because there was a piece of the ending that was a little off. I thoroughly enjoyed the story's end with Dex and Noa... But not so much the Rachel / Ralph ending. Part of me understands it and the other part felt like it was a complete left turn ... Other than that, I'll be thinking of this book and this take on souls /soul mates for a long time to come.
The only reason I have 4 stars (I'm sorry!!) was because there was a piece of the ending that was a little off. I thoroughly enjoyed the story's end with Dex and Noa... But not so much the Rachel / Ralph ending. Part of me understands it and the other part felt like it was a complete left turn ... Other than that, I'll be thinking of this book and this take on souls /soul mates for a long time to come.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
March 29, 2020
“If I had to remember to breathe... I’d die for all I think of you.”
October 26, 2016
This is the second time I've read this and it aches just as much, if not more, than my first read through.
**CRASHING SOULS MUST BE READ FIRST**
“Forever searching and never finding.”
Souls Collide is the epic finale of the complex duo that is Dexter Andrews and Noa Cruz. When I say complex, I mean that literally. The bond these two share is messy, complicated, and frustrating. But love is all of these things; love isn’t easy.
The emotions Rodriguez delivers within these pages are heartbreaking, compelling, and nothing short of the stone cold truth. Nothing gets past these two... Every thought, emotion, and feeling is eventually revealed.
“The Angel of Death had a sense of humor, linking the boy who came back for love to the girl who couldn’t accept it.”
Souls Collide delivers a wave of feelings from the first page to the last. It had me rooting for love the entire time...
“If I had to remember to breathe... I’d die for all I think of you.”
**CRASHING SOULS MUST BE READ FIRST**
“Forever searching and never finding.”
Souls Collide is the epic finale of the complex duo that is Dexter Andrews and Noa Cruz. When I say complex, I mean that literally. The bond these two share is messy, complicated, and frustrating. But love is all of these things; love isn’t easy.
The emotions Rodriguez delivers within these pages are heartbreaking, compelling, and nothing short of the stone cold truth. Nothing gets past these two... Every thought, emotion, and feeling is eventually revealed.
“The Angel of Death had a sense of humor, linking the boy who came back for love to the girl who couldn’t accept it.”
Souls Collide delivers a wave of feelings from the first page to the last. It had me rooting for love the entire time...
“If I had to remember to breathe... I’d die for all I think of you.”
October 20, 2016
As I sit here and try to forms words to describe the conclusion to Dexters and Noa's beautiful, heart stopping story I can only say this.
I prayed for this book.
I begged for this book.
I stalked for this book. (Not in a psycho way) lol
And I don't regret a single second I did it because Cynthia Rodriguez completely knocked out of the park.
There's hasn't been a series that I have read that has executed the end of such a powerful emotional story such as this one.
This book made me cry, made me smile, made me shake my head repeatedly and then cry some more. This book was and is EVERYTHING!
I am in complete bliss.
To say that Cynthia Rodriguez is an author you should keep an eye on, is putting it mildly.
WATCH FOR HER WORK!!! It's life changing!!!!
I will forever walk around with Dexters and Noa's story embedded into my soul and completely thankful Cynthia blessed me with her beautiful, life changing words!
"When he smiled, tucking my hair behind my ear before leaning in to kiss me, I knew that love and Dexter were synonymous. I could look up the definition all day long. I could see what love meant to other people, but all that mattered was what I thought of love. And Dexter Andrews was love. Every time I said his name, from that day forward, it was me telling him so. I didn’t dare tell him that I loved him, truly. Instead, I said his name. He was none the wiser but that was okay. Dexter Andrews was my definition of love."
*ARC kindly give in exchange for honest review.*
I prayed for this book.
I begged for this book.
I stalked for this book. (Not in a psycho way) lol
And I don't regret a single second I did it because Cynthia Rodriguez completely knocked out of the park.
There's hasn't been a series that I have read that has executed the end of such a powerful emotional story such as this one.
This book made me cry, made me smile, made me shake my head repeatedly and then cry some more. This book was and is EVERYTHING!
I am in complete bliss.
To say that Cynthia Rodriguez is an author you should keep an eye on, is putting it mildly.
WATCH FOR HER WORK!!! It's life changing!!!!
I will forever walk around with Dexters and Noa's story embedded into my soul and completely thankful Cynthia blessed me with her beautiful, life changing words!
"When he smiled, tucking my hair behind my ear before leaning in to kiss me, I knew that love and Dexter were synonymous. I could look up the definition all day long. I could see what love meant to other people, but all that mattered was what I thought of love. And Dexter Andrews was love. Every time I said his name, from that day forward, it was me telling him so. I didn’t dare tell him that I loved him, truly. Instead, I said his name. He was none the wiser but that was okay. Dexter Andrews was my definition of love."
*ARC kindly give in exchange for honest review.*
October 23, 2016
I just finished #soulscollide by @socynthsays. And I'm a crying wreck. I'm so in love with this series and with the Author's writing. This book wrecked me but also rebuilt my heart at the end. I didn't want to give away to much away in the graphic because this is a book you need to read and discover and devour yourself. I waited so long for this book. A year people 'a freaking year". and I have to say it's one of my top 5 favorites this year hands down. I rate this 5 Stars, a million if I could.
Thank you @socynthsays for giving these characters their story. Have been moved by them.
Thank you @socynthsays for giving these characters their story. Have been moved by them.
March 15, 2020
The raw emotions Cynthia gives us with Noa and Dexter with will leave you breathless. The conclusion of their story or perhaps even better the beginning is more about them becoming more determined to now become truer to themselves all while loving desperately.
It’s a deeply woven story of fighting yourself, fighting the ones you love and knowing when to just walk away because it right or walk away because it’s wrong. It’s a book about growth, about learning who you are and loving who you are and finding how to love in return. Cynthia gives us a masterpiece.
It’s a deeply woven story of fighting yourself, fighting the ones you love and knowing when to just walk away because it right or walk away because it’s wrong. It’s a book about growth, about learning who you are and loving who you are and finding how to love in return. Cynthia gives us a masterpiece.
October 6, 2016
Read it in one sitting!!! <3 Ah, the power of Cynthia Rodriguez's words.
*full review to come
*full review to come
November 11, 2016
Words cannot express how much I loved the ending of Dexter and Noa story. Their journey was very beautifully written with heartache and love. Cynthia did a great job writing their story.
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Blurb:
You remember me. You still hide from me, despite my fleeting weakness. Despite seeing my heart. Despite witnessing the miraculous moment I gave to a young man with the purest intentions.
The singular moment that changed everything. Lives hung by threads and I not only cut one, I mended it, changing everything without realizing the repercussions.
I could give them hope. I could even help them fall.
But I could not repair the trust they damaged.
You think you know their story.
But you do not know everything.
Most people don’t get second chances, but Dexter Andrews can’t seem to get it right. Not when he’s connected with his soul mate and not years later when he finds out about the tragic secret she kept from him. Now it’s his turn to set her free and pray that she finds her way back to their love. Even when it hurts so badly he feels like he can’t breathe.
Noa Cruz knows she isn’t perfect. She knows she is selfish and a liar, but she’s different now and that means putting her responsibilities before the love she keeps quiet.
Two lovers, made for one another, defying their destiny.
Souls Collide is a companion novella to Crashing Souls, the story that introduced us to the sweet Dexter and his passionate yet troubled soul mate, Noa.
Blurb:
You remember me. You still hide from me, despite my fleeting weakness. Despite seeing my heart. Despite witnessing the miraculous moment I gave to a young man with the purest intentions.
The singular moment that changed everything. Lives hung by threads and I not only cut one, I mended it, changing everything without realizing the repercussions.
I could give them hope. I could even help them fall.
But I could not repair the trust they damaged.
You think you know their story.
But you do not know everything.
Most people don’t get second chances, but Dexter Andrews can’t seem to get it right. Not when he’s connected with his soul mate and not years later when he finds out about the tragic secret she kept from him. Now it’s his turn to set her free and pray that she finds her way back to their love. Even when it hurts so badly he feels like he can’t breathe.
Noa Cruz knows she isn’t perfect. She knows she is selfish and a liar, but she’s different now and that means putting her responsibilities before the love she keeps quiet.
Two lovers, made for one another, defying their destiny.
Souls Collide is a companion novella to Crashing Souls, the story that introduced us to the sweet Dexter and his passionate yet troubled soul mate, Noa.
April 18, 2021
I can’t even begin to express everthing i felt reading this duet. My heart took a beating. The fist banging on your chest kinda emotions, the feeling of suffocating because you feel too much. Cynthia’s phenomal writing and story telling had me gripped!
Two soulmates finding each other again, but on their time and not fate’s time.
I was happy to get flashbacks of the time that Noa and Dex spent apart. I especially needed to know from Dex’s side, so much has changed in his time away. I didn’t realise i needed to know how he felt, what he went through.
Noa was running away from fate, but the cord could only stretch for so long before it harshly catapults you back to where you belong and crash harder than you did the first time.
These character made me feel like i was in an emotional hurricane.
Cynthia is in a league of her own.
Two soulmates finding each other again, but on their time and not fate’s time.
I was happy to get flashbacks of the time that Noa and Dex spent apart. I especially needed to know from Dex’s side, so much has changed in his time away. I didn’t realise i needed to know how he felt, what he went through.
Noa was running away from fate, but the cord could only stretch for so long before it harshly catapults you back to where you belong and crash harder than you did the first time.
These character made me feel like i was in an emotional hurricane.
Cynthia is in a league of her own.
March 13, 2020
“Here I am not sure how to put words to the story I’ve just finished reading. Dexter and Noa’s story was heartbreaking and beautiful. After that ending on When We Crash I needed to know how things will work out for them. I’n gonna confess that Noa wasn’t my favorite girl back in book one she was annoying, selfish and a liar but I ended up somehow liking her. Where We Fall was beautiful in such a painful way. My heart ached for them, yes, I do cried and a lot actually. Cynthia writing abilities are increíble, she has a way with words, one moments you’re crying and the next one you’re smiling. I cannot go without mentioning my love for Dexter because he was everything! This is a must read duet about soulmates and destiny.”
March 23, 2020
What can I say? I'm emotional...
I never read this duet the first time it was published, but man am I glad I read it now. I always believed in soul mates, and this story, is a love so deep it transcends all understanding!
Noa and Dex, had a difficult start and (without spoiling anything) they fought through all the ups and there were plenty! And here they are. The real beauty in this story is the humanity of it all, it's flawed and messy, and that makes it real and beautiful!
Once again, Rodriguez has out done herself, her writing has always and will always be exceptional! And that's what we need in a story, it being so well written we feel like we are personally connected to the characters!
I never read this duet the first time it was published, but man am I glad I read it now. I always believed in soul mates, and this story, is a love so deep it transcends all understanding!
Noa and Dex, had a difficult start and (without spoiling anything) they fought through all the ups and there were plenty! And here they are. The real beauty in this story is the humanity of it all, it's flawed and messy, and that makes it real and beautiful!
Once again, Rodriguez has out done herself, her writing has always and will always be exceptional! And that's what we need in a story, it being so well written we feel like we are personally connected to the characters!
April 8, 2023
“If I had to remember to breathe… I would die from all I think of you”
Where we fall is the second book in the Souls Duet. It follows the tragic love story between Dexter and Noa. They continue to fight their destiny to be Soul Mates and it causes Devastating pain. The Angel of Death is still on their side, reminding them they will never find anyone else.
This Duet is heartbreaking, passionate, beautiful, Soulful and deep. It gave me all the comfort and love I needed. It tore you apart but put you back together again. I have never had a book hit me in the feels so hard as these two books.
The ending to Dexter and Noa’s story was wrapped up perfectly and written to perfection. I absolutely loved this Duet with all my heart ❤️.
Where we fall is the second book in the Souls Duet. It follows the tragic love story between Dexter and Noa. They continue to fight their destiny to be Soul Mates and it causes Devastating pain. The Angel of Death is still on their side, reminding them they will never find anyone else.
This Duet is heartbreaking, passionate, beautiful, Soulful and deep. It gave me all the comfort and love I needed. It tore you apart but put you back together again. I have never had a book hit me in the feels so hard as these two books.
The ending to Dexter and Noa’s story was wrapped up perfectly and written to perfection. I absolutely loved this Duet with all my heart ❤️.
December 31, 2020
3.5 stars
Great premise with an interesting storyline. Unfortunately I couldn't really connect with the characters for most of book 1, but I pushed thru even though I wanted to dnf it. The ending of book 1 was what made me read book 2.
I liked Dexter, the H alot. I was rooting for him thru out these books. The h, Blue was at times a struggle for me to like. The schmexy times left alot to be desired.
Readers read for the escapism. They want to be submersed in a book world where they can feel the story and unfortunately it didnt grab the the way i hoped, but thats just me. I think with time this author has the potential to become a better writer.
Great premise with an interesting storyline. Unfortunately I couldn't really connect with the characters for most of book 1, but I pushed thru even though I wanted to dnf it. The ending of book 1 was what made me read book 2.
I liked Dexter, the H alot. I was rooting for him thru out these books. The h, Blue was at times a struggle for me to like. The schmexy times left alot to be desired.
Readers read for the escapism. They want to be submersed in a book world where they can feel the story and unfortunately it didnt grab the the way i hoped, but thats just me. I think with time this author has the potential to become a better writer.
March 12, 2020
Every once in awhile you read a book that touches your soul when it's a duet that does the same you know you have read something very special. Cynthia is an author I would recommend everyone reads she has a knack of writing complex characters that become relatable and ones you will obsess over.
From book one it was apparent this story was unique but it was also so heartbreaking, thought provoking and just beautifully written. Yes this is a love story but it's also about overcoming your past perseverance and fighting for what you want and someone who is worth it. This is a must read duet.
From book one it was apparent this story was unique but it was also so heartbreaking, thought provoking and just beautifully written. Yes this is a love story but it's also about overcoming your past perseverance and fighting for what you want and someone who is worth it. This is a must read duet.
March 14, 2020
I’m gutted. I cried, I screamed, I laughed and I smiled. I was happy, sad, angry, frustrated but through it all I kept pushing for Dexter and Noa to figure it out. Their story is one of pain and sorrow and lies and hurts but also of happiness and passion and love. Love for that one person that will always have your soul. This is not your typical love story but it’s one that I know will live with me forever.
March 30, 2020
There should be more 5 star reviews
Cynthia Rodriguez can write. I read that trilogy she did with the exceptional authors JR Rogue and Christina Hart and loved it. Then I moved on to Folie a duex loved it too. So for me to go into a book that has any bit of supernatural or something I'm not in to just be because that author can write that good to suck me in must mean it's really good. This the sequel so please read the first one. Highly recommend this book and the author.
Cynthia Rodriguez can write. I read that trilogy she did with the exceptional authors JR Rogue and Christina Hart and loved it. Then I moved on to Folie a duex loved it too. So for me to go into a book that has any bit of supernatural or something I'm not in to just be because that author can write that good to suck me in must mean it's really good. This the sequel so please read the first one. Highly recommend this book and the author.
May 19, 2025
a veces el final feliz es más costoso que tu orgullo. Y aquí tienes un cierre que se logra a costa de muchos otros individuos. Pero aunque el camino fue largo, llegó al lugar que tenía que llegar
La mayor parte del libro me la pasé reflexionando. Ha sacado muchas ideas y lágrimas pero como es un final feliz, se lo perdono
La mayor parte del libro me la pasé reflexionando. Ha sacado muchas ideas y lágrimas pero como es un final feliz, se lo perdono
October 31, 2016
As always Cynthia A. Rodriguez blows us away with her beautiful words. This was the perfect ending for Noa and Dexter's story. We are taken on an emotional roller coaster with a different twist on an HEA. I am a huge fan of her words and continue to look forward to more. Definitely a must read!!
March 14, 2020
This book was definitely worth the wait. I was just as hooked on this book as I was on book one. Read and enjoy. You must read book one first.
March 17, 2020
Spunky N Sassy Rating: 4.0
~~~~~~~~~~Lindsey's ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review~~~~~~~~~~
Great Book
This book was a great afternoon read. I was absolutely hooked. I can’t wait for this author’s next book.
~~~~~~~~~~Lindsey's ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review~~~~~~~~~~
Great Book
This book was a great afternoon read. I was absolutely hooked. I can’t wait for this author’s next book.
March 19, 2020
Phenomenal!
Ahhhhh! 😍 This duet is phenomenal! Seriously Cynthia, I absolutely loved this duet! Dexter and Noa are everything! 💖 📚
Ahhhhh! 😍 This duet is phenomenal! Seriously Cynthia, I absolutely loved this duet! Dexter and Noa are everything! 💖 📚
April 11, 2025
Excruciating and painful but completely tethered by a soul deep, timeless love.
Noa and Dexter have been through everything and some, nothing comes easy for them. Except parenting, however, even that is accomplished separately.
The universe feels like it wants them divided but neither of them can deny the pull from one another. As a reader, that pull is magnified with every word Rodriguez pens. The investment into these two after book one is strong and hopeful, though, all seems to fall against them as a pair.
I was torn up for them, enraged by those manipulating them, sorry for those getting hurt by association, and often questioning what IS best for our MCs!
Noa and Dexter have been through everything and some, nothing comes easy for them. Except parenting, however, even that is accomplished separately.
The universe feels like it wants them divided but neither of them can deny the pull from one another. As a reader, that pull is magnified with every word Rodriguez pens. The investment into these two after book one is strong and hopeful, though, all seems to fall against them as a pair.
I was torn up for them, enraged by those manipulating them, sorry for those getting hurt by association, and often questioning what IS best for our MCs!
April 14, 2020
Dexter and Noa are two characters I won't soon forget. Cynthia hit it out of the park with this duet. The plot, the characters, just everything. I honestly don't even know what to say here about this one so I just want you to trust me when I say to pick this duet up. You will not be disappointed.
November 8, 2016
Souls Collide was the perfect ending to Dexter and Noa's story. I fell in love with their story in the first book Crashing Souls, and I was beyond excited to read the rest of their story.
"We loved each other so much that we hated each other."
Souls Collide picks up right where Crashing Souls ends. If you read Crashing Souls, you know that Dexter and Noa's story was anything but easy. It was hard, but it was real. These two have a love that is just, I don't even have the right words for it. They are honestly the true definition of soul mates. They both had everything in life against them, mostly each other getting in the way, but deep down you know that they are meant to be with the other.
"I still loved her through my silence. I yearned for her, for my match. While part of me called for her, another part of me stopped myself from reaching out to her. Because I both loved and hated the woman who was the mate of my soul."
For real, like to be completely honest, Cynthia is unlike any author I've ever read. Her words are so poetic and beautiful, even through heartbreak. I knew once I picked this book up I wouldn't be able to put it down. Cynthia's words took hold of me and held me hostage until I read the last word. The story itself is unlike any other story I've come across. It has everything I look for in a book and more. A devastating love, so destructive, yet so beautiful. Two characters who you just couldn't help but love and feel bad for. I loved and understood both Noa and Dexter. Usually when reading you tend to be on one characters side more than the other. With Souls Collide I couldn't pick a side. I understood both characters, and I wasn't mad at them for how they acted in their situation.
Cynthia, you did such an amazing job with this story and these characters. I found myself slowing down towards the end because I didn't want to part with them. I loved this book so much!
This wasn't my first of Cynthia's books, and I can promise you it wont be my last!
"We loved each other so much that we hated each other."
Souls Collide picks up right where Crashing Souls ends. If you read Crashing Souls, you know that Dexter and Noa's story was anything but easy. It was hard, but it was real. These two have a love that is just, I don't even have the right words for it. They are honestly the true definition of soul mates. They both had everything in life against them, mostly each other getting in the way, but deep down you know that they are meant to be with the other.
"I still loved her through my silence. I yearned for her, for my match. While part of me called for her, another part of me stopped myself from reaching out to her. Because I both loved and hated the woman who was the mate of my soul."
For real, like to be completely honest, Cynthia is unlike any author I've ever read. Her words are so poetic and beautiful, even through heartbreak. I knew once I picked this book up I wouldn't be able to put it down. Cynthia's words took hold of me and held me hostage until I read the last word. The story itself is unlike any other story I've come across. It has everything I look for in a book and more. A devastating love, so destructive, yet so beautiful. Two characters who you just couldn't help but love and feel bad for. I loved and understood both Noa and Dexter. Usually when reading you tend to be on one characters side more than the other. With Souls Collide I couldn't pick a side. I understood both characters, and I wasn't mad at them for how they acted in their situation.
Cynthia, you did such an amazing job with this story and these characters. I found myself slowing down towards the end because I didn't want to part with them. I loved this book so much!
This wasn't my first of Cynthia's books, and I can promise you it wont be my last!
October 24, 2016
***ARC Provided by the Author for an Honest Review***
Souls Collide by Cynthia A Rodriguez is the second installment in the Crashing Souls Series. I wish I had of read the first book before this one because I think I would have had a better understanding of Dexter’s and Noa’s characters.
In saying that, what I did read was beautiful and extremely well written. It is an emotion story that had me feeling everything the characters did and I love that in a story. I always enjoy being sucked into the stories along with the characters, feeling everything they do. Getting lost in books is why I started reading in the first place. I love have somewhere I can escape to. This book allowed me to do that and I will be reading the first book very soon to catch up on what I have missed.
It’s definitely a book I would be happy to recommend but only after reading the first book Crashing Souls.
This is a four star read for me.
Reviewed by Stacey J
Souls Collide by Cynthia A Rodriguez is the second installment in the Crashing Souls Series. I wish I had of read the first book before this one because I think I would have had a better understanding of Dexter’s and Noa’s characters.
In saying that, what I did read was beautiful and extremely well written. It is an emotion story that had me feeling everything the characters did and I love that in a story. I always enjoy being sucked into the stories along with the characters, feeling everything they do. Getting lost in books is why I started reading in the first place. I love have somewhere I can escape to. This book allowed me to do that and I will be reading the first book very soon to catch up on what I have missed.
It’s definitely a book I would be happy to recommend but only after reading the first book Crashing Souls.
This is a four star read for me.
Reviewed by Stacey J
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