This book was beautiful. I have never read a character that could hear colors, and I was absolutely fascinated by this concept. Tille always brings the emotions, and this was no exception. It was raw and gritty and absolutely beautiful.

This book broke me

Cromwell & Bonnie

Music. Heart. Healing

Don’t even get me started on the MMC & he’s British to top it off.

I suspected the plot twist but wasn’t prepared for it to be confirmed. I spent half the book bawling my eyes out. And just when I thought I was ok it just got worse.

The descriptions and colours in this book were beautiful.

Hands down recommend this book but be prepared to have your emotions all over with this read. Be prepared with a box of Kleenex. This was just get you at the heart.

Thank you NetGalley and publisher for this arc opportunity.

Thanks NetGalley to let read this ARC. Before reading this I learned it was rerelease. But this is my 2nd Tillie Cole book after read A thousand boy kisses. This one was ranked YA but I would consider it romance. It has a lot of tears and heartbreaking moments in that like College age book. Cromwell a young DJ from England mets a young lady named Bonnie. Bonnie meets Cromwell at party while he is DJ a set. She also has a twin brother named Ethan. He is her best friend. Later on to find out that Bonnie has heart failure and is dying pretty soon. Ethan takes upon himself to commit suicide so his sister Bonnie can have his heart. She survives with a transplant of her brother's heart. The whole family is was broken to pieces about it. She goes on to marry Cromwell after college. They end up having a son and naming him Ethan. 🤍

5 stars! Music, love, heartbeeak. This book torn my heart apart and put it right back together. This was such a beautiful story about pain and tragedy, but also showing the power of love and how healing it can be. My first Tillie Cole book and I’ll absolutely be back for me. So beautiful written. I love the story, loved the characters, and I highly recommend this!

Well, shit. I wasn't looking forward to this one, but I read it in less than 24 hours. This book is a masterclass in how to emotionally damage a reader in a quick 342 pages.

Cromwell Dean has had a tough go. He sticks to his music, drinking, and women to keep him occupied. Bonnie Farraday creates music to keep her going. She wants that to be her future, but due to unfortunate circumstances, she doesn't know how much time she has left. The moment she sees Cromwell Dean, she's disappointed. She knows his potential but knows that he won't take advantage of his talents. As the two get closer, they both realize that their bond is one that cannot be broken. They are going to have to figure a way to be together. Even if it kills them.

This book will stick with me for a long time. I zipped through it almost too quickly. Although, I knew how it was going to end, I was hooked on this story. An emotionally packed novel that will keep your breathless until the very end.

Thanks to the publisher and NetGalley for the eARC on this special edition!

Book:
A WISH FOR US by Tillie Cole
Thank you to the publisher and Netgalley for the earc (Dec 3)

Review:
3⭐
A WISH FOR US is a riveting tale of love, heartbreak, and loss that left my emotions high and heart heavy.
Cromwell Dean is a popular EDM artist who has lost his love for the music he used to play. When he meets Bonnie, his life is sent on a roller coaster as he grapples with the need to play, and the loss that seems to be around the corner.
A WISH FOR US is a bingeable read with descriptions that paint a picture in colors. The story itself is one of finding yourself, losing yourself, and everything in-between. From the beginning the reader is pulled into a story of a rebel and a girl who just wants music. As it progresses, the reality of everything sets in, and the stakes and emotions run higher than ever.
This book kept me on my toes: emotionally. From the multiple revelations to the everything Cromwell did for Bonnie and Easton's demons, there was a lingering sense of heartbreak, and emotions were high. And emotional I was. I cried. And then I cried some more. A WISH FOR US is a tearjerker.

This book has really strong topics discussed that may be triggering to some...read at your own risk.

*A Wish for Us* by Tillie Cole is a heartfelt symphony of love, healing, and the transformative power of music. Cromwell and Bonnie's story is beautifully emotional, weaving together heartbreak and hope in a way that will stay with you long after the final note. With vivid characters and a romance that feels both raw and tender, this book is a must-read for fans of epic, tearjerker love stories. Prepare to be moved, inspired, and utterly captivated.

Tillie Cole wrote another heart wrenching story which I did binge. Good book, if you loved A Thousand Boy Pieces this one will be a favorite.

It was such an emotional read for me and I cried a lot.

Be aware of your TW.

Thank you Bloom Books and Netgalley for the ARC

2.75

I have enjoyed most Tillie Cold books I have read this one. I don't think I was in the right reading mood for this book and so it just wasn't enjoyable. I will definitely be giving this a second chance at some point to see if I could enjoy this more.

Wow!!! Just Wow!! I can seat here for hours and write a review. The fact is I won’t. There aren’t enough powerful words to describe how I feel about this book. This story made me feel so many emotions. Tillie Cole has done it again with an incredible masterpiece.

Standalone told in a dual POV with an HEA. I STRONGLY recommend this story.

I love everything this author writes!! This book was no different. Perfect pacing and the storyline was soooo good! Thanks for the ARC!

A Wish for Us was a heart wrenching, hard-hitting, and impactful portrayal of young love, healing, and hope. If you enjoyed A Thousand Boy Pieces, an equally emotional novel by Author Tillie Cole, then you are guaranteed to enjoy A Wish for Us.

This book does have some heavy themes. Please keep that in mind prior to reading.

Thank you NetGalley and Sourcebooks Bloom Books for an advanced copy of A Wish for Us in exchange for my honest review.

Beautiful story. Characters were written well and plot was entertaining! This was my first book by this author and I’m definitely excited to read more! 4 stars recommendation!

Tillie Cole knows how to write a beautiful story and this one did not disappoint!!!! Captivating from the start till finish!!! The character development and plot execution was done beautifully!!!!

This book was so beautifully written, I fell in love with Cromwell from the first page, Bonnie and Easton will forever be some of my favorite characters.. this book made me feel things I didn’t expect to feel, I cried the last half of this book!
Such a beautiful story, of love, of forgiveness of second chances, and such a reminder that life is way too short!

This was so heartbreakingly beautiful. Loved every page even when it had me in tears. Tillie Cole knows how to make you cry, but fall so in love with the characters she writes. Bonnie and Cromwell were everything. Their raw, real emotions captivates you into the story. Cromwells strength through so many tragic situations, and the way he perseveres with his gift is truly incredible. Bonnie is just absolute warmth in a character. Her resilience shines through in each chapter, and the way she touches Cromwell and inspires him is exactly what he needed to grow. Absolutely amazing.

6 Star read. Hands Down... WOW. This book left me reeling. A Wish for Us is devastatingly beautiful, a journey that’s gut-wrenching and unforgettable. It’s a story of broken hearts and the healing power of love and music—a true masterpiece for anyone who believes in redemption and second chances. Cromwell and Bonnie’s journey ripped my heart out, pieced it back together, then shattered it all over again.

Cromwell Dean is this mysterious, brooding EDM prodigy who seems as unreachable as he is talented. But Bonnie Farraday—a girl who lives and breathes music—is the first person to see past his walls, to see the aching colors he hides. Their connection is intense, almost like fate pulling them together even when Cromwell’s darkness threatens to swallow them both. Watching Bonnie become his light is both beautiful and painful, especially as they tackle life’s hardest obstacles: mental illness, addiction, and healing.

This book isn’t just about romance; it’s about raw emotion and the inner battles that music can both mask and soothe. The enemies-to-lovers angle is stunning here, but it’s the way Tillie Cole handles mental illness and addiction that makes it so gut-punching. The twists kept me up, and I couldn’t put this down even when I knew my heart was about to get broken again.

A Wish for Us is an emotional rollercoaster, but one I’d take again in a heartbeat. It’s absolutely worth the tears. Tillie Cole has woven a symphony of love, pain, and hope that’s a must-read for everyone. Just prepare for your heart to feel every single note.

Thanks to NetGalley and Sourcebooks/Bloom Books for the opportunity to receive the ARC.

I flew through this book, binge read this in less than a day. “A Thousand Boy Kisses” left me stranded on outlier island but I like to read more than one book by an author to form an opinion. This one was such a pleasant surprise to me.
I liked the Themen of this. Not the music, but the “Light in the darkness” part. That there is this one person, who truly sees you. I enjoyed this a lot. It was heartbreakingly beautiful. So amidst the darkness, there is hope, because foremost, this is a story of hope.

This is my 3rd book by tillie and I loved it, it's such a heartbreaking but healing book, it's worth the read

A gorgeous deluxe edition for a beautiful book! What a gift this would make for yourself and someone you care about. A collector's item for certain. The story is highly entertaining, and I have reread it and felt so many emotions, just like the first time through. Thanks to NetGalley for the copy for this review.