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Book Review — The Edge of Always (The Edge of Never #2) by J.A. Redmerski

Book Review — The Edge of Always (The Edge of Never #2) by J.A. Redmerski

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“We’ll get through it together. We always get through everything together.”

Spoiler-free Review. 

The Edge of Always perfectly recaptured that special “feeling” from the first book, stayed true to the characters and told a beautiful story filled with romance, adventure and emotional depth. It also fully brought Andrew and Camryn’s journey full circle giving a wonderful sense of closure to their story.

I have to admit that I was very nervous about reading this book because I felt a certain apprehension at reading the sequel to a book that really could have been a standalone. The Edge of Never was truly one of my most favorite books of 2012 and it ended in such a beautiful way that I was completely happy with the story and a little worried to read more because I didn’t want these characters I’d come to love so dearly to be put through any unnecessary drama. Well, turns out I had no reason to fear! J.A. Redmerski did a wonderful job of writing a sequel that did true justice to characters we’d all grown so fond of.

Please note that this is not a standalone and should only be read after The Edge of Never. It is a direct continuation that follows the same main couple, Andrew and Camryn, and the story is told from both their POVs in alternating chapters giving us a very well-rounded view of the whole story.

Right from the beginning of the book, I slipped right back into their story as though I’d never left. Even though I did not have time to reread book #1 first, I still was able to reconnect instantly. I could feel the depths of their well-deserved happiness and couldn’t help but to be caught up in the moment. After everything they’d been through, they needed this. But the blurb hinted at a tragedy and so there was a constant tension in the background of the blissful setting as I dreaded the inevitable devastation that I knew was coming. And I won’t lie that when it hit, it hurt like hell.

But Andrew and Camryn had already been through a lot together and the foundation of their relationship was solid and binding. I never had any doubt that they’d get through it no matter how bad it got… and they did. But it wasn’t an easy journey. Weighed down by their loss, Camryn began to fall apart and out of his love for her, Andrew came up with a plan to help her heal… he took them back on the road. And through their journey they slowly began heal the broken pieces of their hearts and find their happiness once again.

“This is our life. We met on the road; we grew to know and to love each other on the road. It’s where we were meant to be for however long, and what we’re going to do until it becomes clear we were meant to do something else.”

Andrew Parrish just made me melt and swoon over and over again. The depths of his love for Camryn just rolled off the page and I loved how he was willing to go to any lengths to ensure her happiness.

“You’re the world to me,” I whisper onto her lips. “I hope you never forget that.”

“I’ll never forget,” she whispers back… “But if I ever do, for whatever reason, I hope you’ll always find a way to remind me.”

… “Always.”

Along the road, Andrew also helped Cam get closure for things from her past that were still hurting her and that she hadn’t yet dealt with. I swear that man was just a saint. He was the perfect blend of just a regular, tender, loving guy and a hot, dominant Alpha. I absolutely adored him!!

But I loved that Cam helped him too. It went both ways and honestly, they both healed each other by finding moments of happiness each day and living every minute of their time together to it’s absolutely fullest. Some minutes made me tear up, others made me laugh hysterically. Along the road memories were created, promises were made and a life was rebuilt.

Andrew and Cam’s journey was unlike any other I’ve read. Their story really stands out and I was just so impressed with the direction the author took this story in and with the way she stayed so true to these beloved characters. This series has the perfect blend of romance and adventure combined with heartfelt emotional depth. I think fans of The Edge of Never will be very happy with this sequel!

“We’re in it together. All of it. Do you believe that?”
She nods. “Yes.”

4 – 4.5 stars

 ❤ SERIES READING ORDER ❤

#1 THE EDGE OF NEVER — Kindle | Paperback
#2 THE EDGE OF ALWAYS — Kindle | Paperback

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 ❤ AUTHOR INTERVIEW ❤

Question — In THE EDGE OF ALWAYS you continue Camryn and Andrew’s story. Had you always envisioned their story continuing?

Answer — I did envision it continuing before I finished THE EDGE OF NEVER, however, fans might be surprised by just how different their story almost turned out. In the beginning, my intentions with Camryn and Andrew’s journey were much darker and dealt with many more obstacles than you’ll find in THE EDGE OF ALWAYS. But I had no idea that the first book would reach so many people and garner such a large following. After reading hundreds of reviews and peeking in on discussions from readers on various sites, talking about all of the things they never wanted to see happen to these characters they’d grown to love, ultimately I decided to listen to the fans and give them the kind of ending they wanted. I will say though that regardless of going against my initial thought-process with their story, I’m happy that things turned out the way they did in THE EDGE OF ALWAYS. I wouldn’t do it over even if I could. But I have to admit, a part of me still yearned to tell this other dark story that I had in mind. So, that’s when I decided to take a lot of that in which I didn’t use with Camryn and Andrew and incorporate it into a new story. SONG OF THE FIREFLIES was born.

Question — Finish this sentence: My heroes always… 

Answer — … take charge and stick up for the women they love, no matter how strong their women may already be.

Question — Finish this sentence: My heroines always… 

Answer — … tend to be strong-minded, yet they harbor a lot of emotional issues.

 ❤ SIGNED SERIES GIVEAWAY ❤

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Comments

  4. As always thank you for an amazing giveaway! I loved the first book, and I can’t wait to read the second. I’m a huge fan of J.A. Redmerski!

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  22. wow you just posted this and it has already so many entries. Thank you for all the awesome giveaways. I´d love to have these books. <3

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  36. Ohhhh, how I love The Edge of Never… cannot wait to read The Edge of Always tonight!! I’m staying up all night, I already know. This is the best giveaway ever- thanks so much!

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  65. I just finished re reading The Edge Of Never. This book and Andrew just resonated with me. I love the book. I LOVE. LOVE him. He is my top book boyfriend with Kellan. I’m now even more excited for the book after your review. Thanks

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  75. I LOVED the first book and I’m so excited to read the second one!! Thank you so much for this awesome giveaway!! 🙂

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  80. Thanks for the chance at the giveaway 🙂 The Edge of Never is my all time favorite book and I’m so excited for the release of Always tonight!! <3

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  115. O…M…G… i MUST win this giveaway! i really, really, REALLY need to win… please, please, please… fingers crossed, prayers sent, and wishes made! see how desperate i am? ^.^

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  129. I can’t to read the next instalment of Camryn and Andrews story. A signed paperback of each book would be the ultimate thing to own for me!!

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  152. The edge of never is one of my all time favorite books and I can not wait to start reading the edge of always <3

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  161. Whoa.. What can I say.. I’ve been a Huge huge huge Fan of Ms. J.A. Redmerski since I’ve read The Edge of Never.. Actually TEON blew me away bigtime when I was reading it.. It was one of the amazing and greatest book I’ve ever read in my life… I’ve been waiting for TEOA for seems like a decade now hehhehehe… Now it’s finally I can’t wait to read it and continue Andrew’s and Camryn’s unfinished journey.. I must say that they’re only starting.. Weeeee.. i just can’t wait..

    I really hope I would win those Signed Paperback copies.. Thanks Aestas Book Blog ^_^

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  169. The edge of never had my heart instantly, I read it in one sitting and could not put it down. I was literally on the edge of my seat with the anticipation of what was gonna happen with these lovely characters and have been dying to read EOA and the emotional journey she takes you on with this story and the characters is amazing. So ready to read EOA <3

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  171. I’m with you… I’m sooo concerned about The Happy Ending being Ruined! Thank you for letting me know I have nothing to fear! 🙂

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  179. Thank you so much for this amazing giveaway! Really hope to win! I absolutely LOVED the first book and I cannot wait to read the second one!

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  181. What an amazing opportunity! Such an amazing author. Loved The Edge of Never, and I’m sure I will love The Edge of Always.

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  182. Awesome giveaways! I soooo need the physical signed copy of this book. In my country, it’s not even available.

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  188. I love the Edge of Never!! It’s one of my favorite book! I want to read as soon as possible The edge of always!!

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  200. I really liked Andrew. He charmed me so much. Would love to read more of him. Thank you for the giveaway! ^_^

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  202. I really really enjoyed the first book, and can’t wait to read this one, plus with your review of it, it just makes me more excited. your reviews are thee BEST!
    thanks for this giveway!

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  203. its finally here!!! been waiting like millenium? to read The Edge of Always!!! keeeping all my fingers toes arms and everrrythin crossed!!! SQUEE!!!

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  204. Thanks for another awesome giveaway! I’d love to add these books to my signed collection. I have The Edge of Never, and absolutely CANNOT wait to read The Edge of Always! ♥

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  207. I Love The Edge of Never and can’t wait to read The Edge of Always! Thanks for the chance to win signed copies of these Awesome books!

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  257. I loved the book The Edge of Never and cannot wait to read The Edge of Always, Andrew is my dream guy and Camaryn is so wonderful, them as a couple is perfect. I would love to have these signed books. The best giveaway thanks

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  263. Thanks for the awesome giveaway! 😀

    BTW, you always have the most awesome giveaways but I haven’t win anything from your blog YET. Hahaha

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  270. Apparently I’m way behind because I haven’t read the first book yet. After reading all the reviews on it I have to read it asap and then hope to win the second one!

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  274. I love to read your reviews and you have the best giveaways….love the author. Can’t wait to read the Edge of Never.

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  287. I haven’t read either of these books but after reading your review I put both books on my TBR list. Thanks for the opportunity to win a signed copy of the series.

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  288. This series looks great, and I have added them to my Goodreads TBR list!! Thank you for the amazing giveaway!!!!

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  294. I loved the first book and am just about to start the second one. Loved these characters! Thanks sooo much for the giveaway.

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  304. Hi! Thank you for this amazing opportunity! I love J.A. Redmerski! She is an amazing writer! I SOOOO love Andrew Parrish! <3 <3

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  314. This is such an amazing series. Thank you, J. A. Redmerski and Aestas Book Blog for this awesome giveaway! Keep on doing what you’re doing because you both are amazing! Kudos!

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  333. Awesome giveaway! Amazing job writing this book and Huge congrats on the edge of always to Mrs. Redmerski. One of the best series I have read!

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  340. The Edge of Never is by far one of my favorite books. Definitely in my top 5! I fell in love with this story and have read it 3 times already. I have not read The Edge of Always yet so this giveaway is big for me! Thanks Aestas! One of these days I hope to win one of your giveaways

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  347. Loved the first book! I will be starting The Edge of Always today. Thanks for always having such amazing giveaways. =) ♥♡♥

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  354. This is such an awesome giveaway! I just finished reading The Edge of Always instead of doing homework 🙂 I laughed and I cried. Such an amazing book & a great ending!

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  366. The edge of never is one of my favorite books ever!! Super excited to start the edge of never. Thanks for another awesome giveaway 🙂

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  368. Thank you so much for the chance to win and for hosting this awesome giveaway! I’m keeping my fingers crossed!

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  373. This is my favourite book series of probably all time! I was actually shaking my computer when I saw the announcement of The Edge of Always 😛 If I win, wow what a special christmas present that’d be 🙂

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  393. THANK YOU so much for this giveaway, I just recently finished reading The Edge of Never and it destroyed my heart! I can’t wait to find out what happens in the sequel <33

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  397. Love to have these on my shelf!!!! Read the first book, need to read the next one.
    Thanks for the great giveaway Aestas!

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  403. One of my favorite series. I loved the second book so much fun. We all dream of sort of living our lives that way hopefully this book helped inspire us some. Oh an I love this blog

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