Who Would Like This Book:
If you love emotionally rich, slow burn romances with real-world grit, "What Saves Us" is a standout. This book doesn’t shy away from tough topics - think postpartum depression, PTSD, and realistic single parenthood - but delivers them with warmth, humor, and heart-melting moments. Fans of found family, compassionate heroes, and small-town charm will especially connect with Beth and Shane’s journey. Great for readers who enjoy books that make them feel deeply (and maybe shed a tear or two) while also swooning over a lovable, supportive leading man.
Who May Not Like This Book:
Some readers found the pacing a bit slow, especially at the start, and felt the chemistry between the leads took too long to ignite. If you’re not into books that focus heavily on mental health and recovery, or if repetitive reassurance scenes aren’t your thing, this might not be your jam. It’s also an intensely emotional read - with trigger warnings for trauma - so if you prefer low-angst, lighter romances, consider this a heads-up.
About:
'What Saves Us' in the Falls Creek series by Maggie Gates is a poignant and emotional story that delves into the struggles and triumphs of the main characters, Beth and Shane. The book beautifully portrays their journey of overcoming personal battles such as postpartum depression, PTSD, and alcoholism while navigating the complexities of love and support. The author's writing style is praised for its raw and realistic portrayal of emotions, creating a story that is both heartbreaking and heartwarming.
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Sensitive Topics/Content Warnings
The book includes content warnings for postpartum depression and PTSD, addressing sensitive themes that may affect some readers.
Has Romance?
The book features a significant romantic plotline, with deep emotional connections and character development.
From The Publisher:
People you shouldn't fall in love with:
Your best friend's sister.
Your best friend's pregnant sister.
Your best friend's sister after you deliver her baby.
Your best friend's sister when she's an exhausted, overwhelmed new mother who has to deal with her crazy baby daddy and meddling townspeople
But rules were meant to be broken.
Full moons and fate have a way of pushing people together when they least expect it.
When Beth Hale called 911 when she was in labor, the last person she thought would show up was her brother's best friend.
Now, he's the only person she trusts.
Former Navy SEAL Shane Hutchins has demons of his own. Reinventing himself as a small town paramedic was supposed to be his atonement for the things he had done. Falling in love with a single mom wasn't in his plan, but now he'd do anything for her and the baby girl he calls "his."
Even if it means putting his life on the line.
Get ready for a heart-pounding, feels-packed love story with a fairy tale happily ever after, and some moments that are so hot they'll melt your Kindle!
Please refer to the note regarding sensitive content and topics in What Saves Us in the preface of the book or the author's website before reading.
What Saves Us is the final book in the Falls Creek Series. This book can be read as a standalone, but it is recommended to read the series in order.
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