They met when both were at their lowest—he was battling serious medical issues, and she was struggling with a loss of identity. One fateful night brought them together, and from that moment, a deep friendship blossomed. As time passed, that friendship slowly turned into love. But just as things seemed to be falling into place, tragedy struck.

This book is written so beautifully that you can’t help but fall in love with the characters. You root for them with your whole heart. The emotional depth and sincerity in the storytelling make it unforgettable. While the narrator was okay, I felt the performance could have been stronger to fully capture the emotional nuances.

This is book one of a duology, and I can’t wait to see how their journey continues.

Thank you for the audiobook arc. I fell so hard for the character and I don’t normally cry over books but this book got me. This book is beautifully written and heartbreaking at the same time.
She’s a growing rock star that spends her night partying and drinking and he’s a limo driver by night and a glass artist by day. He was hired to drive her band when she got put into his limo black out drunk so instead of just dumping her somewhere he took her home to left her sleep it off. Their friendship grows from there. As they grow closer over a few days she learns he is a heart transplant patient, and got a severe infection and cause his heart to fail and that he must keep a tight regiment with medication and supplements to keep his body from rejecting it.
The story follows them growing closer as he learns his time is more limited than he thought due to his body rejecting his heart. He makes his deadline of finishing his glass sculpture for his gallery opening, but unfortunately his heart starts failing faster and he learns he has mere weeks to live. After spending a few days being angry he decides he’s going to live his days with everyone he holds dear so that they can have all the happy memories before he goes. Grab your tissues cause you’re going to need it.

Hold on…I need to bucket all of my tears!

I have no words. This book. Had an emotional toll on me. I am speechless.

This book has some heavy topics do please be aware of that before you read!

This follows Jonah who holds everyone at arms length and doesn’t want to let others get too close.

Insert Kacey. She comes in like a wrecking ball and the rest I’ll leave for you to read for yourself.

But beware YOU WILL NEED TISSUES!

I cried. Has a lot of emotional triggers but somehow the writing made be hopeful for a better outcome. Listening to the audio was devastating, the narrators captured the feeling of the story well.

I want to start out by saying I had been seeing great things about this book, so when I saw the audio was getting a re-record I thought it would be nice to do that instead of the print copy. The story itself is wonderful and its a very emotional book between both characters... UNFORTUNATELY both audio narrators were terrible. They sounded robotic and lacked the emotions these characters needed! The simply sucked the emotion out of the story and for me, it made the story hard to get into and made me not want to come back and listen. I'm very regretting the choice to not just pick up a print copy of this.

Full Tilt is a great book and I would rate the BOOK 3.75-4 stars, but the audio a 2. I would not recommend the audiobook.

I knew based on the synopsis there was a chance I would be crying by the end of the book and boy was I right. The ending wrecked me in the best way possible. I loved everything about this book.

I know this book had been out for a while but this was my first time reading it. It’s a beautiful story,
The narrators did a great job as well. The story was easy to understand and they had me right in my feels.

Full Tilt by Emma Scott is one of those rare books that doesn’t just tug at your heartstrings- it reshapes them. This story is raw, lyrical, and emotionally devastating in the most beautiful way. From page one, I was hooked by the quiet intensity of Jonah and the chaotic energy of Kacey. Two people from completely different worlds who find something rare and real in each other.

Kacey is a rockstar spiraling through fame and self-destruction, and Jonah is a quiet artist with a secret he carries close to his chest. When their paths collide in Las Vegas, it sets the stage for a love story that’s anything but typical- slow-burning, soul-deep, and heartbreakingly honest. Watching Kacey evolve from someone lost in the noise of her own life to someone who finds clarity and purpose in love was incredible. And Jonah? His calm strength and quiet kindness made him unforgettable.

What makes Full Tilt stand out isn’t just the romance—it’s the emotional depth, the way every word feels intentional, and the powerful reminder that love doesn’t always mean forever… but it can mean everything.

This book made me cry, smile, ache, and reflect. It’s a story about change, love, art, and choosing to live fully in the time you have. It won’t be an easy read for everyone, but it’s absolutely worth it. And Emma Scott? Officially an auto-buy author.

5 Stars!⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
So beautifully written and difficult to put down. Lived the narration of the characters. It was such a great read! Deeply emotional and beautifully written novel that explores love, purpose, and the fragility of life. The story follows two seemingly opposite individuals whose lives collide at a moment when they both need something more. Through lyrical prose and authentic, heartfelt dialogue, Scott crafts a connection that is both powerful and unforgettable.
A true love story! Thanks to NetGalley and RBMedia for the early audible arc!

Did I finish the book or did the book finish me?

Absolutely loved every minute of it. Wasn’t boring or long or crammed with unnecessary scenes. Well written and interesting. Loved the plot and how it unfolded. As a doctor I am skeptic about medical stories as well as it’s portrayal but this one didn’t disappoint. So clearly research was done and it was authentic.

As for the audiobook, narrators and production it was perfect. Loved it.
Nelson Hobbs for Jonah was a great choice. Felt very true to the character.
Caitlin Kelly for Kacey was great too. Loved her.

But my favourite parts of the audiobook has to be every time Nelson did the voice for female characters. Loved it 🥰 😅

Listen led to this today and I absolutely loved this the story was written beautifully and I fell in love with the book

I cannot express how this book made me feel. I thought I was reading a fluffy romance and ended up in tears at work.

Kasey and Jonah were a treat to get to know. I really liked the push and pull of the beginning of their relationship. He doesn't want to hurt her, she just wants to be loved. Their chemistry was enhanced by the voice actors who brought them to life.

The last 10% of this book made my heart ache. Listening to both Kasey and Jonah struggle to come to terms with the situation and then getting through it together was heartbreaking.


Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for the copy in exchange for an honest review.

This is a book I read years ago in 2016, but I jumped at the chance to listen to the audio and experience this again. This story is beautiful and has stuck with me from the first time I read it. It's absolutely DEVASTATING and one of my top favorite ugly cries. I always suggest it to people when they are wanting to read it. Jonah and Kacey have the most beautiful story. DON'T FORGET YOUR TISSUES!!

I really enjoyed listening to this audiobook! I remember hearing about this book but never got around to it. When listening i was really interested in the way the actors went about putting emotion to the words on the page! I loved this story it was very emotional but also vulnerable and deep. I felt such a deep connection to these characters and the love that they have for each other in such a short amount of time. the fact that she was able to change her life because she had someone who she knew would support her and allow her to be who she is without using alcohol as a buffer. In the end i did cry a lot but it was a beautiful ending in a way that gave the reader the insight that even though life may be short and unpredictable there is still many things worth living for and gaining these once in a lifetime connections. thank you for allowing me to access this ARC it was beautiful and heart wrenching.

5 🌟
Spice: open door

Thank you to netgalley and the publisher for the copy in exchange for an honest review.

I fully understand this one isn't for everyone. It is not a traditional romance and there is not an HEA. please keep that in mind before reading.
I love their story. It is different and so emotional. If you've read the blurb you know what's coming, and it still hurts so much.
I would say go into it blind, it's sad regardless.

Full tilt by Emma Scott is beautiful tragic! I absolutely devoured this one in one day, practically one sitting! My heart hurts but it’s a story that will stay on my mind and heart for a long time. Life is precious this is your reminder to make every minute count & to live for the moment!

A huge thank you to the publisher and to NetGalley for an ALC of this gem. I’m ready to listen all over again! The narrators did an excellent job making you fall in love with these characters! By the end I was right there crying along with these beautiful characters. This one gave me all the feels. 5 amazingly awesome stars from me. I highly recommend! Can’t wait to see what happens in book 2!

This is a book that is sure to stay with me for years to come. Emma Scott’s writing and storytelling is poignant and beautiful. Her characters were well developed and the selfless love they shared for one another leapt off the page. The story was well paced and I was unable to put it down. I finished the book in one sitting.

After reading the second book in this duology I was able to look back and reflect at how well structured the storyline for book one had been written. The two books flowed together seamlessly. I thought Emma Scott’s execution of the two books was actually quite brilliant and unlike anything I have read to date. I highly recommended both books 1 and 2 to get the entire experience.

Both audio narrators did a great job!