Wonderful Debut Novel!! Ivy has never lived up to her parents' rigid expectations of her. She has always come second to her perfect sister, Genevieve. After spending her last year of college in Italy to gain some distance and perspective on what she wants for her own future, everything seems to be falling into place for Ivy. She will be returning home to Chicago for a brief time after graduation from University of Wisconsin and then hopefully take a job in New York. But what Ivy wants for her future may change when she meets Phoenix at a house party right before graduation.Phoenix is good looking and seems interested in her, but he lives in St. Louis. How can a long-distance relationship work for them, especially with them just meeting? But Phoenix sets out to prove Ivy wrong and win her over. Ivy enjoys getting to know Phoenix without any pressure of the physical side of things. But, old insecurities get in the way for Ivy and she questions whether a long-distance relationship is really possible. Will Phoenix be able to convince Ivy to give them a real shot or will the distance be too much to overcome?I loved every page of this book!! Such an amazing story full of twists and turns and I am very happy to know that there will be a 2nd book!! I loved Ivy and Phoenix and Rachel, Ivy's best friend, is wonderful as well. This book doesn't end with a cliffhanger but there are some questions left to be answered. I am now a huge fan of BL Berry and look forward to reading more from her when available! My review of Love Nouveau by B. L. BerryThis debut novel has skyrocketed to the top of my all time faves list! It was a beautiful, unforgettable story that was full of emotion. A story about finding yourself and falling in love. And can we talk about the cover..... Unique and Beautiful. The story is different and painful. ** "I've been yours since the moment I first saw you and you had no idea I even existed." **Twists and turns you didn't see coming. OMG moments that will have you in tears. You will devour this book in one sitting. Feeling every ounce of emotion each character endures. Ivy - a lost soul. Looking for acceptance, in my opinion. Not necessarily taking the right path in life over the last few years. I found it refreshing, in a way, to have a lead character that did have flaws. It made the story seem more true to life. Most college kids go through a rebellious, wild and crazy stage. Her family is wealthy and heartless. It's no wonder she acts out like she does at times. The pain that Ivy has endured will gut you. You will cry - more than once. And after all she goes through she manages to be witty and funny and sassy - that made me love her more. ** My new motto - "Be who you are and own that shit-because only with true self-acceptance comes peace and joy." ** Phoenix will be your new book boyfriend! Total Swoon worthy. They meet by chance and from there a special friendship is formed. From the beginning you will love him. He was the perfect gentleman. He is probably the only person who has ever really listened to Ivy. The things he does for her will melt your panties. Phoenix, himself, is dealing with loss and hurt. Another lost soul of sorts. ** Excerpt that melted me - I feel him pull on my hand, tugging me back inside. His eyes burn through my soul and my knees weaken. Ever so slowly, he lifts my hand to his lips and places a delicate kiss on my palm before curling my fingers in a fist. "Hold onto this until tomorrow," he whispers. **Neither of them feel worthy of love. Their relationship is one that will have you cheering for a HEA. Can this relationship last the distance and the curve balls that are thrown their way? Then we have the epilogue - which leaves so many things unanswered. I have my own theories as you will too. I will continue to believe they will get the HEA they both deserve. ** "I'm yours, my body, my soul... it's nothing without you. Every last piece of me is yours for the taking." **
What do You think about Love Nouveau (2000)?
Really liked this, and it's pretty unique
—annacao
