Loved this book! I think it was my favorite of the three because the tension between Sloane and Lucian is present and builds throughout the first two books. Love how there is always a suspenseful aspect to the plot in addition to the romance. I’m sad to say goodbye to these characters

Lucian was always bound to be my favorite and he really was in the final book of the series. Saying goodbye to these characters and their stories felt bittersweet. The romance between Sloane and Lucian totally worth the wait.

Lucy Score is the queen of the grumpy sunshine trope and never disappoints. I adored Sloane, the quirky librarian. & LOVED Lucian aka Suit Daddy.

Regardless to say if you loved the series - I feel you will love this one. All the cameos of the other characters - just warmed my heart.

Rating: 5

Thank the publisher and author for the ARC!

I’ve loved this entire series but Sloan and Lucian/Lucifer/Suit Daddy might be my favorite of the three! I finished this overnight while feeding my newborn with tears in my eyes. My audiobook preorder is downloaded on my phone and I’m tempted to start an immediate reread of the whole series! ⁣
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Sloan and Lucian were next door neighbors/high school friends, but they’re enemies by the time we’re introduced to them. Lucian’s story and why their friendship ended broke my heart and made me love him more. He sees himself as a villain because of his past while doing so much for those he cares about. ⁣
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The banter between these two was hilarious and their chemistry was off the charts/explosive! I loved seeing everything from this series wrapped up, but I’m also so sad to see it end. I really can’t recommend picking this series up enough!

Ever since reading about Sloane and Lucian in the first book Things We Never Got Over I've been waiting for their book! The second chance romance between once childhood friends turned enemies is literally my favorite tropes in one book!

Bad boy millionaire Lucian Rollins wants nothing to do with spunky librarian Sloane Walton. She brings up buried memories from his past that he'd rather not revisit. But when Sloane's father passes away, Lucian can't hide away forever. Once when he was younger and Lucian and Sloane had a friendship of sorts, Sloane's father was the father figure he needed in his life. He feels this loss just as deeply as Sloane.

Complicating matters is the death threats that Sloane is receiving and the fact that Lucian will do anything to keep her safe - their shared past almost demands it. But the push and pull between these two can only go one way - either they make room for each other in their lives or they make a clean break. Lucian doesn't want a wife and kids and that's all Sloane seems to be fixated on. Will these two find a way to make their relationship work?

I really enjoyed Lucian and Sloane's story! I'm a sucker for flashbacks and I loved the flashbacks between younger Lucian and Sloane. They were so so sweet to one another even though it was obvious that their family's couldn't be any different. Lucian was subjected to abuse while Sloane was a product of a loving family. These sweet interactions made me love Sloane and Lucian even more.

I will say that I was a bit frustrated by the push and pull of Lucian. And parts towards the middle dragged a bit for me. Still I really enjoyed Things We Left Behind.

If you're looking for a second chance, childhood friends to enemies to lovers then I recommend picking up Things We Left Behind.

While this book can be read as a standalone I highly recommend reading the series in order.

Lucien and Sloane. Their story was so compelling and beautifully broken. Lucien comes from a broken and abusive home and found his light in the girl next door. Until a teenage decision caused a rift between them for over 20 years. Now that Lucien is a very successful and powerful man, he's determined to shake his weakness for the woman he loves to hate.

Sloane is a badass librarian who can't stand her former neighbor and childhood crush Lucien. As they are forced together more and more for their best friends wedding, they call a temporary truck to their feud. But the sexual tension proves to be too much.

Oh man. This book. I love love love anything Lucy Score writes but Knockemout has a special place in my heart. Lucien and Sloane have always been a question mark for me. So much animosity, but why? And now I know. And this story is so beautiful and well written and just thoroughly un-put-down- able.

What an ending to such a fun series! When I read Thing We Never Got Over, I was absolutely dying to read Sloane and Lucian’s story because I knew it was going to be FIRE.
Now, is this book the most amazing book I’ve ever read? No, it is not. Is this book a fun read and getting a rating based on vibes alone? Yes, yes it is. There truly is no place like Knockemout and the magic of their small town community. Every character is so rich and fun. Sloane and Lucian were so fun to read and see the world through their eyes. There were some parts of this book that bugged me, but honestly, the two epilogues made up for them. I mean, there is nothing I love more than an epic full series epilogue where every series character gets to appear again and we see they are happy. I’m sad the series is over, but it truly was a joy to read.

The story along with the witty, sometimes sarcastic and often laugh out loud dialog made this an outstanding read. Add in the interaction between all of the characters, especially the main characters Lucian Rollins and Sloan Walton and I didn’t want to miss one word. Lucian was raised in an abusive home, only wanting to protect his mother and survive. Sloan lived next door and was a witness to the abuse that he often suffered. They were friends as teens, but now Lucian’s emotions are incased in steel and he operates his business empire from D.C. He is assisting the feds in an investigation providing information that they can’t always legally obtain. He has made some enemies; enemies that would not hesitate to use Sloan to get to him. Sloan believes that Lucian hates her and she knows why, but doesn’t understand that he can’t let go of the past. Her parents had always supported him and when her father dies, Lucian supports her family, but not her. What will happen when he can no longer control his intense attraction for Sloan? There is no boundary to what he will do to protect the woman he has always wanted…Sloan. I received an advance review copy at no cost and without obligation for an honest review. (paytonpuppy)

I knew from the start that Lucian was going to be my favorite in the series, and everything about this book proved me right. While the book was long, the slow burn build up was worth it and the chapters that dove into Lucian and Sloan’s past were heart breaking and added a lot of necessary background to the plot. I loved all the cameos from the previous two books, making it 100% worth it to read all three in order. Plus the epilogue and extended epilogue were the perfect way to say bye tot he Knockemount crew.

Read if you like:
-Grumpy and protective hero
-Enemies to lovers
-Quirky librarians
-Childhood crush
-Suspense side storylines
-Small town romances
-Neighbors

Thank you Bloom for the gifted copy!

A huge thank you to Netgalley for providing an ARC of "Things We Left Behind" by Lucy Score. I was so happy to get a copy of this long awaited third installment to the knockabout series. I have been waiting for Lucien and Solan's story since I finished the first novel in this series.

This was my fav. installment and I am just so in love with Lucien. I loved the slow build up in this novel which I think was missing from the second book, while all three were great reads this was by far the best as far as tension and banter.

I loved the flashback chapters as well that gave us a peak into what happened in the past with Solan and Lucien. I just love Lucy's writing, in just a few flashback chapters she is able to tell the whole story of what these two went through without dragging it out. Lucy is the queen of slow burns that don't drag on but they wrap up in the perfect amount of time.

I also loved the side characters who worked with Lucien, am I the only one who needs a story written from his assitance's point of view??? Spin off series coming soon???

FIVE STARS!!

Ahhh finally, the story of Lucian and Sloan.

To say that THIS is the one I've been waiting for is an understatement. But first a little background:
For the past two books, we've watched Lucian Rollins and Sloan Walton who can't stand each other. Like literally, they thrive off of a deep seeded hate and also strangely bonded by a secret in their past.
But as we all know, there is a thin line between love and hate...

This book was worth the wait. We FINALLY get the backstory as to why these two hate each other so much and it was so well done. I say that as someone who reads a lot of series and the sometimes, the one you are waiting for just doesn't go the way we want it. ( looking at the second book in this series) .

The bickering, the history, the attraction between the two , the SMUT,( my goodness!) and the closing up loose ends of a mystery /some danger that started in this first book kept me on the edge of my seat for the whole book.
The only reason I didn't give this 5 stars is because i didn't need two epilogues and just sometimes, it was just a tad bit slow.( but only because i wanted to get back to Lucian and Sloan) . But otherwise, Lucy Score, this was the perfect ending to the series!

“”You remembered,” she said softly.
“I remember every second of us.”

Dear Lucy Score, (You Wreck Me by Tom Petty playing in the background), you have officially ruined me for all other romance series. I will forever be comparing them to Knockemout. I have been waiting, ever so patiently, for Lucian and Sloane’s story and you have surpassed even my wildest dreams.

If you’re a fan of this series (WHAT, you haven’t read them?? Start with Things We Never Got Over and come back to this.

If you’re a fan of this series then getting to finally hear the backstory of why Sloane (feisty, unapologetic librarian) and Lucian (billionaire, Suit Daddy) hate each other so much is the ultimate payoff. Their jabs run deep and for an incredibly harsh, violent past they’ve never reconciled. Getting these two to slowly work to a space to heal and trust each other takes time. Things take a turn when enemies from the past surface and start threatening Sloane.

I can’t gush enough about how incredible it was to be back in Knockemout with Knox, Naomi, Nash, Lina, Jeremiah, Stef and especially Waylon. I slowed down the last 100 pages for sheer joy and sadness that this series happened in the first place and that is was ending. Truly thank you, Lucy Score.

This series is everything.

I knew that I would love Lucian and Sloane's story but y'all it was more than I could have even imagined. The tension was delivered, 100%, in true Lucian & Sloane fashion. Their story, their history, their love to hate and hate to love each other.. it's beautiful. Reading about what happened between them all those years ago brought me to tears. Seeing them come full circle also brought me to tears.

This was an AMAZING ending to the Knockemout series.

Now I'm logging off to recover from this one.

Sloan is the small town librarian who just lost her beloved father. Her friends gather around and close ranks to support her, her sister, and her mother. Lucian walks in to the funeral and she isn’t expecting it. He is dark, stormy, and her evil incarnate. Why did he have to show up on this day of all days? Apparently Lucian is tied in much closer to her mom and dad than she ever knew. The past is always haunting them, trust was broken, and they can never go back to the days of innocence and friendship. So, how can they be adults and stop hating each other long enough to grieve, marry their friends off, and figure out who is shooting people and trying to keep crimes covered up.

**Chef's Kiss**

Simply put, there is no doubt that Lucy poured her whole heart and soul into "Things We Left Behind". I can confidently say that Suit Daddy stole. my. heart. Knowing that this is the last book in the trifecta of the Knockemout series, I tried to savor every bit of TWLB. As the book drew to a close, I cried on some pages and smiled on others as Lucy gave our Knockemout family a proper "See ya later".

Following the story of Lucian & Sloane, I laughed, cried, got frustrated and angry as I learned the root of the years-long feud between Lucian & Sloane. While there's utter frustration between these two characters, there's also LOTS of sexual tension. That tension can only be stretched so far before it snaps like a rubber band. Is one night enough for these enemies turned lovers?

If you love romance and you haven't read the Knockemout series, go get it today! This is, by far, my favorite series I've ever read and I have no doubt I'll come back to it in the future to visit with our Knockemout family. TWLB is the cherry on top of this series!

A huge THANK YOU to Lucy Score, Sourcebooks Bloom Books and Netgalley for this ARC of "Things We Left Behind" in exchange for my review.

Sloane and Lucian. Gah! I loved them before I read their story and I love them even more now.

Things We Left Behind is a deeply emotional story full of passion, friendship, banter and very steamy sexy times.

Sloane and Lucian’s story is much deeper than the other two books in the series and a lot more emotional. Something that caught me a little off guard at first, but as I was sucked deeper into the back story and got to know the real Sloane and Lucian I enjoyed all the emotions that seemed to be thrown back and forth between the two.

I swooned, I cried, I laughed and then I cried again. It’s a rollercoaster of pain, longing, desire, danger and love… and it’s 100% worth it.

Lucy Score always does an incredible job digging deep and bringing her characters to life in her books through superb dialogue and a plot that always keeps you on your toes.

The biggest thank you ever to NetGalley, Lucy Freaking Score, and to SOURCEBOOKS Bloom Books for the arc of this book in exchange for an honest review. I literally teared up getting the email so, thanks for basically making my whole year.

This series. THIS SERIES!! Each and every book has been added to my ‘Favorite Books’ folder on Goodreads, and for good reason. Each story is captivating, sultry, intense, and absolutely perfect. Five stars. No edits.

How do I sign up to get on the (I’m sure, extensive) waiting list of people who want to move to the small, cozy, like-Stars-Hollow-but-SEXY town of Knockemout??? Somebody fill a girl in.

Now, onto a spoiler-free little rant about the characters. SLOAN! The sassy, dangerous little librarian: she’s everything I aspire to be. Constantly reading, never backing down from a challenge, and always looking great in red. Lucy: I wish I could hug him. He deserves the whole entire world, and I want him to be just as happy as he relentlessly works to make everyone else. Forever and ever.

I can’t even talk about the epilogue or I will genuinely start sobbing, so, I’m just going to end the review here with a humble offering to read Lucy Score’s grocery lists, or literally anything she decides to publish, ever. Please and thanks.

This whole series has totally been worth all the hype and love it gets, but I think this one might be my favorite! (Though I do still love Knox). This one has some...

• Enemies to Lovers
• Childhood crush
• Protective alphamale
• Amazing banter and spice

I absolutely loved me some Suit Daddy! Seriously, everything about this book was so good. From the banter to the tension and all the spice, it was just fantastic.

Sloane and Lucian were amazing together. I've been dying for their story ever since the first book, and it didn't disappoint. The suspense elements were amazing and kept the story moving. Even though it was a longer book, it honestly didn't feel that way.

I would totally recommend this whole series to anyone who loves romance.

I am definitely bummed that this seems to be the last book in the knockemout series, but Lucy Score definitely saved the best for last.
Lucian Rollins is in town to attend the funeral of a family friend. However, that family friend happens to be the father of his childhood best friend. Sloane is struggling after the loss of her father, but Lucian keeps popping up when he's not wanted or needed.
This is such a good ending the series. They had such a great story and it got to build from the first book.

This is an absolute page-turner! Lucian Rollins is a brooding mogul on a revenge mission, while Sloane Walton is a feisty librarian seeking justice. Despite their mutual hatred, their undeniable chemistry leads to a steamy one-night stand. However, the story takes a twist when their differing views on family threaten their budding romance. Lucian's emotional scars add depth to his character, making his transformation all the more compelling. The witty banter between Sloane and Lucian keeps you hooked, and their love-hate relationship is a rollercoaster of emotions. Plus, the found family element in the book adds a heartwarming touch. Lucy Score's writing is on point, and this enemies-to-lovers tale is an absolute must-read for anyone who loves sizzling romance with a side of humor and redemption. Trust me, you won't be able to put it down!

OMG. I feel like we waited for this book for EVVEERRRR. Then, I cried like a lovesick school girl through the entire epilogue. I just can't believe the Knockemout series is over!!

Lucy nailed it with this one. We all were DYING to hear Lucian and Sloane's story.... we couldn't have asked for anything more.

Things We Left Behind will have you laughing from their ridiculous banter and heartbroken over their obvious feelings. If you've already read the first two books in the series, you're going to love the final installment.

Read if you like:
-Second chances
-Small Town Romances
-Grumpy/Sunshine
-Nerdy Librarian X Bad Boy Vibes
-Spicyyyyyyy

Thank you to Bloom & NetGalley for the opportunity to read this highly anticipated ARC.