Thank You NetGalley and RBmedia for the Early Listening Arc of Full Tilt. What's more important than TIME...something Jonah a heart transplant patient does not have. Kacey a famous guitar player who quit the band after meeting Jonah one drunken night, she was black out drunk and he was the limo driver. When his body fights the new heart and Kacey giving it life again, he tries to save every minute he can with her. Four months of 1000s of little moments and his glass blowing instillation will be all he leaves for her. WOW the emotions both narrators Kris Koscheski and Caitlin Kelly gave was intense. They gave each character their own personalities and time to shine.

"I would love you forever Kacey if only I had the chance"

5⭐

this book was EVERYTHING 😭❤️‍🩹 i wish i could erase it from my memory just so i could read it all over again for the first time 🥲 no words can fully capture how deeply this story touched me 🥹

i was completely hooked from the very first page and ended up finishing it in one sitting. kacey and jonah… my heart 😭💔💔💔💔💔 i loved them so much, both individually and as a couple. their love story was raw and absolutely beautiful—something truly special that i’ll hold on to for a long time 🥹 my tears wouldn’t stop falling even though i knew how the story would end 😭.

"Thanks to netgalley for audiobook alc"

It had been a long time since an audiobook touched me this deeply. The narrators brought the story to life so vividly that I couldn’t resist buying the physical book just to immerse myself even more. What a journey—what emotion! Jonah, with a heart overflowing with love, and Kacey, with a soul finally ready to receive it all… they completely stole mine.

Emma Scott beautifully portrayed the tenderness and self-awareness it takes to love so deeply. Her words reminded me how essential it is to care for ourselves before we can truly open our hearts to someone else. This story was a perfect blend of sweetness, vulnerability, and strength—a heartfelt tribute to the power of love and healing.

Thank you NetGalley ✨🌻

I re-read this book on audio, and somehow, it hit even deeper the second time. There’s something about hearing the story breathed into your ears — the way the silence falls between words, the ache behind certain lines — that made everything feel more alive, more raw.

“You are not a drop in the ocean. You are the entire ocean in a drop.” That line stopped me cold. It was the first time I realized this book was about more than love — it was about identity, purpose, connection. I looked at Kacey sitting beside me, so vivid in my mind I could almost hear her voice. She is not merely an ocean. She is an entire universe.

The two lovers meet and they are both broken and they are both afraid what they feel. But it doesn’t matter — the pull between them is stronger than fear. “I am not afraid to love you. I am only afraid of losing you.” That’s the heartbeat of this story. Not afraid to love. Only afraid that love might not be enough to keep time from stealing it all away.

The connection they shared felt beyond physical. “I felt him in every pore, every breath and beat of our hearts. I’d never experienced anything like this in my life. He was a universe. My love for him was just as boundless.” When you feel that for someone, there is no question. You leap. You don’t ask if it will end. You just love — fully.

But this wasn’t a fairytale romance. The pain was real. The stakes were everything. After a heart transplant, it was a miracle they even met. And they didn’t waste it. “We had to go full tilt, just like the card players did. I would hit instead of stay. Always.” That line felt like truth. Don’t stay safe. Hit. Take the risk. Go all in.

That’s what they did. And yes, it hurt. It gutted me. But it was beautiful, too — because it reminded me what life and love are really about. Not the length, but the intensity. Not the promise of forever, but the fire of now. “We might not have months or years, but we have moments. Thousands upon thousands of them. Let’s take each moment, seize it and wring it dry.”

They did. They were perfect.

A man that lives fully is prepared to die at any time” -Mark Twain

Oh wow! This book just ripped my heart out and stomped on it. This book was my very first audio ARC and it did not disappoint. The story was great and so were the narrators. At first I thought, “they’re already in love after a few days, that’s so unrealistic!” But then it all just clicks and makes sense and boy I wasn’t ready. The slow burn was worth the wait, because the spice was spicing. I loved both the MMC & the FMC. Oh and the MMC’s brother…Well done! I did predicted a couple things, but I will definitely be picking up book 2 asap! I can’t wait to see where she goes with the story next.

Just finished Full Tilt by Emma Scott and—someone please check on my heart because it’s currently in emotional recovery mode. 💔

This audiobook delivered a one-way ticket to Tearsville, with a first-class seat on the “love, loss, and resilience” express. Kacey and Jonah’s story is soul-shattering in the most beautiful way. Their love is raw, honest, and the kind that leaves a permanent stamp on your reader soul. And let’s not forget the incredible supporting found family, fierce friendships, and those little moments that sneak up and wreck you in the best way.

If you’re into stories that steal your breath, hug your heart, and then politely hand it back in pieces, this one’s for you. Highly recommend—just BYOT (bring your own tissues).

Thank you Netgalley and Emma Scott for the opportunity to review this unforgettable story. 💞

I had absolutely no idea what I was jumping into when I started Full Tilt. I finished it days ago but I’m still thinking about Casey and Jonah. This book is heartbreakingly beautiful in a way that will stick with you long after you’ve finished. The love story that plays out between Jonah and Casey is one of the most stunning I’ve ever had the pleasure of reading. This book is not for the faint of heart please know that going in. It will destroy you and repair your heart all at the same time. Please give this a chance. You won’t regret it.

Somebody sedate me😭😭
Why?
Again, I fell in love with a book and with him, and my heart is in a million pieces right now.
I cried and I cried and I cried.
And the second time with the Audiobook I cried harder.

Jonah is my baby.
He is everything and when I mean everything.
I MEAN EVERYTHING.
OH MY POOR HEART😭

"I would love you forever, Kacey, if I only had the chance."

Full Tilt by Emma Scott is a captivating and emotionally-charged story that explores the transformative power of love, healing, and the complexities of the human heart. The story follows Kacey, a young musician grappling with past trauma, and Jonah, a talented man, is facing a threatening challenge.

The two are brought together in a way that feels destined, and their connection is immediate and intense, igniting a journey of self-discovery, redemption, and emotional growth.

Full Tilt is a heartfelt and unforgettable romance that will resonate with anyone who appreciates stories about personal growth, love that heals, and characters who truly evolve.And heartbreak. It’s a beautifully written, emotionally stirring book that leaves a lasting impact that I will never get over.

Typing this review just makes me want to ugly cry all over again 😭😭😭😭 I was lucky to have been approved to listen to the audiobook. 🥰🥰 It was amazingly done. The narrators told the story in such a beautiful way. 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾This had me laughing, smiling, and ugly crying. Jonah was such a sweetheart 😭😭😭

I don’t usually read much about a book before diving in—I like to go in blind. Sometimes that comes back to bite me. This story was heartbreakingly beautiful, but honestly, I wouldn’t have picked it up if I’d known how emotional it would be. I’m not someone who likes to feel all the feelings, and this one definitely put me through it.

Very early on, I could tell this book was going to rip my heart out—and it absolutely did. I’m not a crier, but I was weeping by the end. Still, I chose to keep reading once I realized where it was headed, because I also knew it was going to be something beautiful. And it was.

While I can’t exactly recommend this book—because it feels a bit like voluntarily breaking your own heart—I can say that if you’re looking for a story that reminds you of the beauty of life, love, family, and friendship, this is a powerful read.

This is the first in a duet, and I will be picking up the final book—I need to see the rest of the story. The audiobook was excellent and really added to the emotional impact.

Thank you NetGalley and Tantor Audio for the ALC!

4.5⭐️

Thank you to NetGalley and Tantor Audio for providing me with an ALC of this book in exchange for my honest opinions.

„I would love you forever, if I only had the chance“ 💔

God, this was so beautiful.

This is a romance between two incredibly lonely people. Jonah is dying and he‘s desperate to finish his art installation on time. He works part-time as a limo driver which is how he meets Kasey, a guitarist in a rock band who‘s desperate for love and drowns her sorrows in booze.

It is quite insta-love (adjacent), which is a trope I usually despise, but Jonah and Kasey had this instant kinship which felt very natural to me. They‘re so honest with each other - there‘s no 3rd act break-up caused by a „oh by the way I‘m dying - surprise!“ moment.

It is a bit cheesy at times, but I guess that‘s quite normal when you know you only have a few months together, so I really didn‘t mind it at all.

Oh and I cried of course. lol.

I kind of guessed where the story was going and I‘m dying to read the second book now.

One wild night. One limo driver. One life changed forever.
You’re a rising rockstar guitarist who just played a huge show and got absolutely hammered. Enter the sweet, insanely handsome limo driver who sweeps you away from the chaos and unknowingly becomes the turning point of your entire life.
This book is the perfect mix of heartache, healing, drama, and romance. You fall for these characters instantly and get completely wrapped up in their story. If Emma Scott writes it, I’m reading it, every time.

This is a sweet, heartbreaking love story. I kept waiting for a twist or something surprising to happen but it really is just a straight forward sad love story. The audio version of this book was really well done. The narrator duo sounded great together and were both enjoyable to listen to. I’m excited to read/listen to book two.

Thank you to RBMedia and NetGalley for the ARC.

Thank you for this ALC of this story

4.5 ⭐️. Emma Scott is an author I discovered this summer and wow. The writing of these books are amazing. The heart wrenching stories are so well told.

This was about Casey and Jonah. Casey is in a band and she’s not handling celebrity life very well. Jonah is her limo driver and he ends up helping her when she gets a little bit too drunk one night.

And their love develops from there. A walk to remember was one of my favourite books as a kid and this gave me the same vibes.

This story WRECKED ME! Do not listen to the audiobook I’m public; you have been warned.

The story is heartbreakingly beautiful. It really about living your life in moments, about embracing life. The narrators did an outstanding job in conveying all the emotion behind this book. I cannot wait to read the conclusion.

Overall, I would give this book 3.5, maybe 4 stars. Let me start off this review by letting you know that this book does not have a happy ever after. It's a beautiful but tragic love story. Obviously, it's a fictional story, but I think it shows how just one person can leave the biggest impact on another. In this case, Kacey hit the jackpot on meeting someone who was genuine and kind who steered her in a positive direction. While I understand Kacey's story, her character felt a little bit flat, I felt like the author just breezed through her background and I wanted to know more about how she felt. I also wanted more from her professionally, it was mentioned multiple times that she was a great musician and can write music, and then nothing happened with this storyline. I absolutely loved Jonah, his family and close friends and how supportive they are. Jonah's need to leave a legacy through his art was admirable, it gave him a sense of direction instead of a sense of never-ending doom.

Thank you Netgalley and RB media for sending me the audiobook for a honest review.

4.25⭐️
This book is beautiful and heartbreaking. There is a huge chance I'll reread this book at some point.

In the beginning I wasn't really invested in the story, but at around halfway I couldn't put it down. The narrators were great, you could feel the emotion while listening to it.
I did get distracted quite a lot during the first half, but that's probably my own fault and not on the book.
If I reread it, I'll buy the physical copy and annotate so much because the writing style was so beautiful. I have a feeling it could very much be a 5⭐️ if I reread it.

Writing this through tears, because holy moly that was emotional. I wish Jonah had more time. I hope she heals and loves again. I really hope she stays close to his family and helps theo heal too. Probably one of the best emotional reads I've read this year.

I went into this audiobook completely blind, knowing only that it was probably going to make me cry. And guess what? It totally did but it was worth every single tear. This book is just beautifully heartbreaking.

I absolutely fell head over heels for Jonah and Kacey. They were total opposites, but the love they shared was beautiful. It genuinely changed both of them for the better, especially Kacey. It's such a gorgeous love story that unfolds, and honestly, that's all you need to know.

If you're thinking about picking this one up, go in blind like I did. I don't want to give away any spoilers, but trust me, your tears will be worth it. This is a truly beautiful story about the incredible, transforming power of love.

Kris Koscheski and Caitlin Kelly, who were new to me narrators did an absolutely fantastic job with the dual narration. They really became Jonah and Kacey, and I could feel the characters' connection and emotions pouring out of my headphones. They made the listening experience very enjoyable.

4.5 stars

What a beautiful love story. Both Jonah and Kacey were missing something from their lives -- her a little stability, and him a little break from routine. They met at the best / worst time. This one has the perfect blend of spice and just all around love. I'm a little upset because now I need to sprint into book 2 to feel like the story is finished. But that's something to look forward to this weekend.

There was a piece in this that just broke my heart, but was so beautiful. His friend is dropping off his last piece of art (blown glass), and you realize that he was blowing the last bit of his life into creating something for her. Something that can be left with her when he's gone.

The narrators were lovely. Not too over the top, just the right kind of emotion.