Though this is such a different book from Adriana Locke's beloved Landry, Mason, and Gibson book series, it shows her talent, love for families, and belief in the family unit every bit as much as those. I LOVED reading about a couple who spent their life together, finding their way back to one another in an all new way. I shed buckets of tears as I found myself identifying with those feelings of emptiness, loneliness, and overwhelm that come with being a mother. But the joy the random laughter, and the love filled my soul. She made me nostalgic for camping trips, family reunions, and the loved ones I've lost. This is a full five star absolute MUST READ from this best selling author, and you can bet I'll be reading it again. See y'all on another page!

This was such an emotional story! Jack and Lauren are married with 2 teenagers and somewhere along the line they stopped focusing on their own relationship- Lauren has set a meeting with a divorce lawyer. But her kids and father in law do some scheming and Lauren finds herself spending 2 weeks with her family at their cabin and Jack wants to repair their relationship.

I loved this story. I love a redemption story, repairing love. It's good to see things can work out if you put the effort in!

Lauren and Jack are married but their marriage is in real trouble. They don't need each other anymore and are basically living as roommates, and not good roommates at that. They resent each other for so many reasons and can't seem to find any common ground.

Their annual family trip to the cabin is canceled due to all their problems. Their kids are so disappointed as is Jack's dad, Harvey, since he has the cabin next door and looks forward to the vacation as well.

A few secret plans all come together in the hopes that Lauren and Jack will find their way back to each other. With the people in their lives fighting for them maybe they need to fight for each other as well.

This was a good book. It can be hard to read about troubled marriages because that can literally be any of us, on any given day. I appreciate the stories that I can dive into and maybe take a little something away from as well.

Thanks to NetGalley for the ARC of this book in exchange for my honest review.

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MY THOUGHTS AFTER READING...

“If you live more than once, I hope I get to live them all with you.”

Wow.

This book is relatable in so many ways. I'm so grateful I got approved for an @RČ on NetG@ll€¥. Made me realize a lot about things...

When you're with someone for so long, sometimes everything becomes so mundane. Communication is really the key to a healthy relationship—any relationship... compromise is another.

This is such a heartwarming and inspiring read. I can't put the book down. Riveting from beginning to end!

Love that it wasn't too heavy... just the right amount of angst and drama. There's humor in it too!

I totally recommend 10000%!!

It’s coincidental that I read this book a day after my 11th anniversary but every word rings true! My goodness so many times did I feel like Lo! Marriage, kids, life, it’s all so hard to juggle sometimes! I don’t think I have ever identified with a character like I did with Lauren!

What I love though is that even though you could easily “hate” Jack, the way Locke wrote this book you don’t! You can see both of their points of view! The story was so realistic and raw. My heart was so broken for these two and I was cheering for them because I see my life in these pages and I wanted them to find their way back!

So many romance books are focused on the blossoming love. But what happens after you say I do! Is forever always followed through? Getting this glimpse of what comes next and how in relationships and life you grow and so that growth means adjusting and learning who each other is each day.

“The thing that got us through them was simple—we wanted to get through them. It’s amazing how far that one little thing goes.” Love is a conscious choice that needs to be made every day. Love is fighting for one another and being there even when it’s tough. Locke did a phenomenal job at truly showcasing what comes after “I do”!

this was sweet, a solid marriage in crisis book but to me it did have its flaws. I wish the plot with jack's dad didnt' take up so much time, it didn't make the resolution between them feel as realistic as it couldve been. I did think it was sweet so if you're looking for that you'd like this. I received an arc from netgalley.

This is a highly relatable, realistic, story full of heart.

I've read so many Adriana Locke books because there's just something about her writing that sucks you right in and makes you love her characters. This one is no different.

I think my favorite thing about this is the way Locke wrote the conversations between Lauren and Jack about their problems throughout the book. This is a marriage in crisis story, and she did such a good job showing different sides of everything. There was a lot of introspection as well, and I really liked that too.

While there was a lot of seriousness centered, there was an equal amount of fun and laughs in this too. I laughed, cried–both heartbreaking and heartwarming tears–and enjoyed every second of this book.

Thank you, Montlake, for the ARC.

This book was a fantastic read. Adriana Locke really knows how to write a book with plenty of angst.
I absolutely loved it.

Absolutely loved this book! So refreshing to get a second chance romance where the characters are married. This story was so relatable. Jack and Lauren’s marriage is struggling after 20 years and with busy lives and teens to raise. A grumpy grandfather and the kids conspire to save the marriage. As usual Adriana Locke created a family of characters you will love and root for!

My first from Adriana Locke and I absolutely loved it!

Lauren and Jack have been married for years, but Lauren feels like she’s been on her own while Jack gets to live out his dream. Jack thinks he’s doing everything he can to provide for his family.

What you’ll find:
- marriage in trouble
- small town
- a cute, heroic puppy
- meddling family members
- second chance

I love everything Adriana Locke, but Nothing But It All just hit different. Jack and Lo are every couple at some point in their marriage. Their characters and issues are real life and so relatable. There is just the right amount of angst while keeping the story in the realm of real life. I loved this book and it was by far one of my favorite reads of 2023z

Adriana Locke once again proves that she knows family dynamics as well as family dysfunction and can mold them both into a beautiful story. Whether it is the struggle with a 20 year marriage that has lost it's way or the beginnings of teenage love and heartbreak and let's not forget the trials and tribulations of an aging parent, this book will have your emotions running high while at the same time making you laugh out loud. A wonderful portrayal of real life and real struggles. 5 Stars are not enough.

Nothing But It All is another amazing read by Adriana Locke. I haven't found a book by her I haven't liked yet, and as I've said in many of my other reviews by this author I absolutely loved these characters.

This is a second-chance romance about Lauren and Reed. Lauren and Reed's marriage is falling apart, and their kids Michael and Maddie will do whatever they can to fix it.

Lauren asks for a separation from Reed because she feels like his work is more important than his time with Lauren. Reed thinks they just need time to work out their issues. However, when Michael and Maddie realize what is going on they do what they can to get their parents back together.

When a family tradition brings Lauren and Reed back together will they fall in love all over again? Or will they be done for good? This book was amazing. I loved the characters, the growth, the funny and sad moments, and everything in between!

Refreshing!
Wow what a refreshing way to view the struggles of marriage throughout a lifetime. I absolutely devoured this poignant look into life’s ups and downs. I loved this family and their way of looking out for each other.

I enjoy reading anything that this author writes. But when I saw a promo for this book, I absolutely knew I had to read it. One of the things that I see readers asking for is stories with older characters. The two main characters in this book have been married for over 20 years and are in their 40's.

Lauren and Jack have been married for over 20 years. They have 2 children, a son who is going into his senior year of high school and a daughter who is 14. Jack started his own auto shop and built it from the ground up. He poured a lot of hard work and hours into it to support his family and Lauren supported him and helped him all the way. She stayed home and raised the kids and took care of getting them to their activities. She made sure the house was taken care of and cooked meals.

But somewhere along the way, Jack and Lauren lost themselves and each other. Jack stopped doing things around the house, knowing that Lauren would take care of it. He spent more and more time at the shop, frequently missing dinner and sometimes even spending the night. When he did come home, things were strained because Lauren felt like she was nothing more than the caretaker and an afterthought. She felt like she had lost herself.

This is a story about love found, love forgotten and love reborn. These two, actually, the whole family, learn how precious love and family are and come together to save theirs. The supporting characters really add to the book as well.

I absolutely recommend this book.

BOOK REVIEW:
Title: Nothing But It All
Author: @authoradrianalocke
Publisher: @Amazon Publishing
Publication Date: February 20, 2024

HOLY COW ADRIANA DOES IT AGAIN this was such a great story I loved every single page it made me cry at certain points too, Adriana’s writing is so beautiful and captivating!!

This is not a surprise whatsoever because I’ve never disliked an Adriana book but I LOVED it.
From the very first page I knew how relatable it would be. Instead of being all rainbows and fairytales it addresses real life problems that couples and parents face all the freaking time! Such a necessary story to be told to not only make others aware they aren’t alone but also to show that things CAN get better! Well written, easy to follow and an easy but sometimes deep read.

This was a romance story of two who drew apart and have the chance to find that love they once had. With the help of their grandfather, children Michael and Maddie trick their parents to come to their lakehouse. Reading their story, I knew those two hadn’t fallen out of love, their love was just misplaced, cast to the side by work and life. Their story was a sweet one with humor and a little seriousness as we peek into their lives. A good story that leaves you with a gladness in your heart.

OMG, I absolutely love love and loved this book! I'm a bug fan of this author and can't wait to see what's next. Thanks for the ARC

This book had me sobbing. It definitely hit close to home with the point my husband and I are at in our marriage, but gave me some clarity and helped me put words into feelings. It's been a long time since I've seen myself so vividly as a character written by anyone, and Adriana Locke did it beautifully. (This part is just for you guys. I don't want it public but wanted to convey how real, raw, and honest this story and these characters are.)

I loved how Adriana showed relationships at so many stages. Budding new love (Michael and Ava,) Second chance at love (Harvey and Mrs. Shaw,) Love in trouble (Jack and Lauren,) & Unrequited love (Maddie and Daniel.). As each relationship grew and shattered my heart expanded and contracted. So beautifully written.

Cons were few; It was short, I would have liked to see Jack fight the issue a bit more and really just have a full emotional breakdown that started his apology tour, and I would have liked to see them go home and put their new lives to the test.

Overall, a beautiful story with dynamic characters who left me with some big feelings I will need to address in therapy. Thank you Adriana Locke and Montlake for making this story available to us.