This was a wonderful conclusion to the first book, with so much strife growing these beloved characters. The anguish, pain, despair, love, hope, anger, joy... All the feels!

Autumn's attempts to keep everything together as it falls apart were ao very fitting for her character. Her relationship with the boys makes this an interesting non-love triangle in ways. The bromance between Conner and Weston is incredibly important, and I love the respect that was given to it.

Every aspect of Weston's new life felt very authentic, without being hamfisted or melodramatic.

Long Live the Beautiful Hearts by Emma Scott

A beautiful story and a new favorite...

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(for book 1, just in case you don't want spoilers)

I fell for Connor Drake. I didn’t want to; I fought against it, but I fell in love with him anyway. With his words. With his poetry. With him. The gentleness and beauty of his soul that speaks directly to mine. He writes as if he can feel my heart, hear its cadence and compose the exact right lyrics to accompany every beat and flow.

I’m in love with Connor…so why do I feel an inexplicable pull to his best friend, Weston? Grouchy, sullen, brooding Weston Turner, who could cut you down with a look. Fiercely intelligent with a razor-sharp wit and acid tongue, he’s the exact opposite of Connor in every way, and yet there’s electricity in the air between us. The thorny barbs Weston wraps around himself can’t keep me away.

But the more time I spend with these men, the more tangled and confused my emotions become. When they both sign up for the Army Reserves during a time of increasing strife in the Middle East, I fear I’ll never unravel my own heart that sometimes feels as if it will tear straight down the middle…for both of them.
Until it wasn’t.
Until it all came crashing down when I discovered the deep love I thought I’d found was nestled in a web of lies—so soft and silken I hadn’t noticed it was there.
Until it was too late.



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This past year I've really become acquainted with the writing of Emma Scott, I've read a total of 4 books by her and I'm planning on at least two more in the near future...she has cemented herself as one of my favorite Authors with this latest book, Long Live the Beautiful Hearts.

This is book 2 of the Beautiful Hearts duet and if this had been one book, it would have been 5 stars easily...as it is with the two books, rounded out (I gave book 1 at 4.3-star rating), it's at about 4.7 or 4.8-star rating. Bring Down the Stars wasn't an easy read for me, see my review here, as it explains it more in depth why that is. This second book, I flew through the pages...because the story felt like it was more on track with where I needed it to be.

A heartbreaking yet ultimately uplifting story of courage and the power of true love. With amazing characters and an amazing storyline, I completely loved this...and I'm not even really upset about this being sectioned into two books anymore because overall the beauty of the story makes up for it. If you're worried that this story is about cheating...don't, it's way deeper than that.


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☆5+☆STARS - GRADE=A++




๏ Breakdown of Ratings ๏
Plot⇝ 5/5
Main Characters⇝ 5/5
Secondary Characters⇝ 5/5
The Feels⇝ 5+/5
Pacing⇝ 5/5
Addictiveness⇝ 5/5
Theme or Tone⇝ 5/5
Flow (Writing Style)⇝ 5/5
Backdrop (World Building)⇝ 5/5
Originality⇝ 5/5
Ending⇝ 5/5 Cliffhanger⇝ Nope.
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Book Cover⇝ its fit the book beautifully
Series⇝ Beautiful Hearts #2
Setting⇝ Amherst and Boston, MA
Source⇝ I received an ARC via Netgalley in exchange for an honest review
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Long Live the Beautiful Hearts is a pass me the tissues, gut wrenching, soul searing more then 5 star read. This one is not only emotionally beautiful but so filled with love on so many different levels. I'm so in love with Connor and Weston. For different reasons and once you read this and yes I know you may question why they did what they did. Go oh poor Autumn how could they. But once you feel for the full story you over look that. You see a lot of love and healing from everyone. Connor and Weston have gone to hell and back and both are trying to heal in their own way. Autumn is trying to just move on knowing she will soon see them both again you feel for her. She has such a big heart and once everything comes to life you just want to hang onto all of them. I cried a few times throughout this one. You feel the raw pain and the healing that come out of it as the love the characters have for each other shine through. I'm so in love with this duet. Once you read both parts you'll understand why. Pick up both books and just prepare your heart for the ride it didn't know it was missing out on.

This is a series review:
Book 1=2.5 Stars
Book 2=5 Stars

I won't lie, I struggled BAD with Bring Down the Stars, until about the last maybe 15-20%. I don't think I can do NA anymore. The characters and stupid drama absolutely drove me fricken insane. I didn't like Connor. At. All. I know he was supposed to be the fun, easy going, lovable one, but I just couldn't with him. His charisma and huge smile just didn't do anything for me. My heart belonged to Wes; the tall, dark, broody one. Then there was Autumn; the down to earth, incredibly smart, fall in love with every molecule of her soul one. I wasn't always fond of her, either. I often wondered where the hell her brains were at and how did she not know who was writing those letters and poems. Even if I wasn't privy to who was writing them, I would have known.

On top of that, the book moved slow and I was bored. I was totally over Autumn's wishy washy should I or shouldn't I. Way over it! Also, while I adored the hell out of Wes, I wanted him to stop his bullshit and man the fuck up. I get he felt love and loyalty to Connor and he felt as though he didn't deserve anything as good as Autumn, but man I wanted to slap him, while screaming at him to take what's his. To stop doing everything and anything for Connor. *ugh*

Then there was the fact I didn't feel any connection between the characters (Autumn and Connor or Autumn and Wes) at all. None. But I pushed through as this series ended up being a favorite on a friend's list last year. And since I trust her book judgement I was determined to reach the end. So I skimmed, then skimmed a little more. Until I reached that all-consuming pivotal point.

All I can say is holy fuck! Where the hell did that come from?! No more skimming for me. I was devouring each word as though it was the last. That last 15-20% was definitely not the same book I had been reading for what felt like forever. That "book" was so damn different that I went from not caring about the second book to craving it. Needing it immediately. That book gave me the feels, causing leaking from the eye area. That book contained the heat, the chemistry, the connection, and the emotion that the first 80-85% didn't. My mind went from ugh, when does this fucking end to... holy fuck, I can't stop this pain in my heart and my eyes from leaking all this wet stuff.

I'm so glad I hung in there. If I hadn't I would have missed the stunning and poignant essence of Long Live the Beautiful Hearts.

Thank you, Kim, for rec’ing this series and encouraging me to continue. You were right, book two was everything and more. Everything book one wasn’t: emotional, angsty, heart wrenching, likable characters, and growth. So much growth!

I LOVED this book with my entire being. A solid 5 star read. My emotions were on over drive. My eyes permanently red from the tears flowing. My anxiety ramped from the despair and anguish I felt pouring off the pages. I had to step away a few times; the agony wrecked me. Wes’ pain. Connor’s pain. Autumn’s pain. It was all too much to handle in one sitting. It hurt so much it was hard to breathe at times.

Oh god, Wes. I wanted to wrap that man up in a shit ton of hugs. I wanted to make it all go away, for life to go back to the way it was for him. I wanted to kick Connor in the junk for him, even though I got that Connor was too feeling his own guilt and anguish. I wanted to make ever thing they experienced disappear. I wanted to heal them, take away their injuries and memories. This duo was unraveling quickly, bleeding and nothing but time, patience, and love could help them, but being a fixer, I wanted it to be an immediate fix.

While the Bringing Down the Stars may annoy the shit out of you, Long Live the Beautiful Hearts will destroy you, in a good way. Wes, Connor, and Autumn were beautifully written. Breathtaking, actually. Their growth is tenfold. They had absolutely no choice but to grow up. And I found that the things that annoyed me in book one: the lies, the lack of conversation, and the need to keep things hidden didn’t hit the same nerves this time around. Those things were small in the grand scheme of things, in the process of healing. I got why Wes couldn’t reveal the things he was part responsible for. I got why Connor acted like he did. Why he leaned so heavily on Wes. I got it all, and I just wanted them to find an HEA. I was okay with how long it took for the truth to unfold. I was okay with how it was handled and the pacing of it.

I ended up okay with book 1 not being my cuppa, because it gave me a whole other appreciation for Wes, Connor, and Autumn. And for Emma Scott, as well. I needed to experience the young, foolishness of these twenty somethings to truly understand the importance of their personal evolutions.

I whole heartedly recommend the Beautiful Hearts series.

P.s. This was my first Emma Scott book and will not be my last!

I just finished this duology and am left breathless. What a sincerely beautiful trip through love found, love lost, heartache, strength and love re-built. I thought the first book was great, but this second book has left me in a haze of emotion. This novel and its characters burrowed firmly into my heart, breaking it, then mending it in such a inspiring way. I am not a reader of poetry, but this passionately written series made me feel the deep power that beautiful, heartfelt words can have. I don't want to give the plot away, but please, please pick up this soul felt series and learn what it is to find strength even in the darkest of times. (and trust Scott to return your heart to you whole at the end of this epic journey of self discovery.)

*** A thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for providing me with a copy of this book to enjoy in exchange for an honest review. ***

It is incredibly difficult to review this sequel without getting into spoilers, so allow me to tell you in broad terms how much I absolutely loved and devoured this ending to a beautiful duology. Emma Scott tackles so many different issues in this sequel - disability, grief, loss, PTSD, the harsh reality for military veterans and prejudiced people out on the streets - and ties it all together with one overarching theme: love. Love for yourself, for your friends and family and for the love of your life. It was simply a wonderful conclusion that satisfied me and left me excited for Connor's novella.

Weston met Connor on his first day as a scholarship student in a private middle school. He saved him from being the bullied poor kid, and their friendship was a strong from day one. They were as different as could be,but there wasn't much they wouldn't do for each other.
Including signing up for the Army to keep him company and have his back. They literally saved each other's life one day. Unfortunately, West was shot in the process, and found himself paralyzed in the process. Connor held so much guilt over this, he felt it was his fault. All the while, they both were still filled with guilt at what they had done to Autumn, so they push her away. Could they ever move on?
My favorite part of this book was that it was a love story in an untraditional way. The love between Connor and Wes as lifelong friends, brothers. It was also about - as Scott mentioned- the love for yourself you can find through the love others give you. i appreciated the way the paralysis was covered. i learned a good bit about what those in a wheelchair have to deal with, but it was done in a way that i felt pride for wes and his growth rather than pity.
i've read a few books by ms scott now and everyone has been written int eh same addictive thoughtful way. i can't wait for more. thanks netgalley and ms scott.

There were many times where I wanted to throw my Kindle because Autumn, Connor, and Weston made choices that just pissed me off. On the flip side, there were moments where I cried, cheered, and mourned. This book also made me cry because two of the characters have PTSD from war which is the same as my husband. I connected with these characters so much...my heart ached for these guys. 

The sweet romance that blossomed between two of the three characters melted my heart. They persevered, found acceptance, and their own second chances. The perfect ending for these three characters. Their road to recovery was hard fought and challenging. 

Weston's nickname was the Amherst Asshole, now that nickname is more true. Weston has finally returned to school with a few accommodations. The only thing he craves is his best friend--the one person who keeps avoiding him. He can live with losing his girl. Well, not really. But she's never really been his girl. Only in his heart. But getting the cold shoulder from the one man who has had his back since their time together at prep school. 

Autumn struggles with losing not one but two men in her life. She misses the talks with Weston. She misses how Connor used to look at her and touch her. Both are gone. 

Connor is riddled with guilt. It should've been him. Everything is all his fault. He is never enough in the eyes of his family. 

All three have struggles to overcome. Scott approaches their struggles with delicate taste. I adore these characters!! I only have one complaint about the ending--one of the character's love interest is a bit too predictable. I didn't really believe it. It seemed a bit forced.

I thoroughly enjoyed reading this series. A well written book about loyalty, friendship, love and forgiveness.

Emma Scott is masterful with her story of love, hope, loss, betrayal, sadness and redemption. I was taken on a journey along with Autumn, Connor and Weston which had me feeling everything they felt. This book is beautifully written and left me dwelling on it days after I had finished reading. I wish I could give it 10 Stars. Truly a must read.

if book one was emotionally shocking, book two was simply fantastic, poetry transcended the pages. I could feel all the anguish and pain of the characters. And Wes and Autumn managed to rip my heart out of my chest. I sighed, smiled, cried, I dreamed awake .... It was a fantastic conclusion for these friends and without a doubt surpassed my expectations too much. Everything in this book is perfect, as impressive as Emma Scott leads people to feel everything she writes in this book. I love her books, but was the best of them all.
6/5 stars

This book was just wow. It has all the feelings, beautiful words, loving moments between characters, and wonderment of where the journey is going to take each character. The story is about best friends Weston and Connor and one puts their life on hold to be there and help the other friend. They have a friendship with such a strong love for each other. The author takes you on a beautiful journey of these two characters showing you self growth, love, and true friendship. It was a glorious ride and left me speechless on what the book made me feel.

**FULL REVIEW**

"She's in love with my soul, he said. And my soul is you."

That.
That was my favorite line in a long list of favorites throughout this story.

I felt every single word in that simple sentence.

Two men. Three hearts. Only one girl.

It was gut-wrenching, soul-shattering, mind-blowing awesomeness wrapped up in heartbreak and growth. Boundaries were drawn, and promises were made. I wanted nothing more than to keep reading about Wes, Autumn, and Conner forever.

I fell in love in Bring Down the Stars.
That feeling deepened to a warm, sincere appreciation and soul-deep romance in Long Live the Beautiful Hearts. I couldn't have asked for a more raw and real love story.

So, Emma Scott...thank you. Thank you for sharing your heart with me. These words. I am forever changed after reading this book and I cannot wait to read every other title you have written.

**5 Literary Gold, Stars*

This book made me so happy. Mostly because it progressed into the happily ever after I was hoping for from book 1. I wanted both these men I’d fallen in such love with to find happiness after the horrors of war they had witnessed that had left both with such physical, mental and emotional scars. They both needed women who would.. make them want to keep fighting for life and that is exactly what Emma Scott gave us. And can I just say, I’m so incredibly thankful for this ending because a lot of authors would have killed off the third in a love triangle but this author managed to give everyone in her book an ending that made this particular gushy and weepy for probably days to come. Thank you a million times over Emma Scott for writing a book that made my heart happy in so many different ways.

*I received this book from NetGalley in exchange for my honest opinion.

Disclaimer: Do NOT read this unless you’ve read the first book. This is NOT a stand alone.

I didn’t think it would have been possible, but I liked this just as much, if not more, than the first book. Although, what did I except after falling in love with each and every one of these characters.

This book picks up where the first left off. But where the first book was all about keeping secrets, this one is all about revealing them and dealing with what ever fall out comes from them.

I’ve cried at least 4 times while reading this book alone, putting my ugly cry count at around 10 for the overall Duet. I’ve have not only discussed this book with my husband, but pretty much anyone who has asked me what I’m reading. I just can’t speak enough about this. Why? Because it’s literally a perfect Duet. And since I can’t mention anything about this book because it would either completely spoil it for you or ruin your opinion, here is how I felt while reading this.

OMG. What?! Asshat. Wait, don’t. Awe. You guys! Hey! Um...what?! Gurl, no you didn’t. Ew. Awe. Yay!!!! OMG. 😭😭😭

You’re welcome 😉

This book, this story it was truly beautiful and breathtaking. The journey these characters take, the way the author showed their growth, made me, the reader, feel and experience it, well, it was truly beautiful and breathtaking.

Long Live the Beautiful Hearts Is the conclusion of the duet ‘Beautiful Hearts’ by Emma Scott. To understand this it is recommended that you start their story right from the beginning- you definitely will feel lost if you don't read the first book.
It is hard to write this review without giving spoilers, but I have to say that this duet is maybe the most powerful work of Emma Scott.

5+ Beautiful Heart Stars

I was lucky enough to be able to read Long Live the Beautiful Hearts straight after finishing the first book, Bring Down the Stars. The impact of reading them back-to-back was immense. Once again Emma has written the conclusion to this epic love story so beautifully and full of emotional feels.

My heart was sore and sad with the hardships that Weston, Connor and Autumn had to face and deal with. Love and friendship will be tested and truths will be revealed.

The Beautiful Hearts Duet was an emotional reading experience and I highly recommend this duet as well as all and anything Emma Scott puts into writing.

Many thanks to the author and NetGalley for my copy to read and review.

Oh my god. I just fell even more in love with these characters. They just took all of my heart and claimed it as theirs. I’m so in awe of this book right now...just wow.

I’ve been waiting a while to read this and FINALLY managed to get around to it and god, I wasn’t ready. I just wasn’t ready at all! This book packs a punch, a punch that’ll gut you but just as quickly fixes you.

Long Live The Beautiful Hearts is book 2 in the series and MUST be read in order!

I’m not going to go into the storyline as I don’t want to give a thing away but you should just know it’s incredible. This story is incredible.

I want to be completely honest right now, this series is hands down Emma’s best work yet. It’s raw, emotional and heartbreaking and REAL!

The thing I love most about this woman and her writing is that she ALWAYS manages to capture your attention and make everything else around you disappear. Her words suck you in to a whole new world that holds her characters in and you’re left in that world long after finishing the books.

This series is most definitely one of my absolute favourite series ever. I loved how it grips you from the first book right through to the second book and doesn’t let go. Your heart and soul is 100% Weston, Connor and Autumn and you’ll love every second of this series.

This is the 2nd book in the duet. You MUST read the first book.
Wow I haven't read such an emotional book in a long time. I loved it.
Thanks for the Arc