While Claire Contreras is a new to me author, I’ve seen her around Bookstagram on stories my friends post. I knew going into Until I Get You that I was stepping onto a very special ride that was part Tower of Terror/Space Mountain/Carowinds Fury 360 — in other words, a very emotional rollercoaster. I paid attention to the TRIGGER WARNINGS. And yes, I cried. And laughed. And dropped my jaw several times. This book is/has:

This book . . . WOW. It’s told from two points of view and I am 100% supportive of that because it needed to be done that way. The reader needs to see the point of view from Lyla and Lachlan (whom I adore). So, let’s talk about these two.

Lachlan Duke – at first I’m completely unimpressed with Lachlan. He’s everything I hated about jocks in school. Especially the ones who made bets about getting a girl to have sex with them. That they have a money pot that they have to pay into if they don’t have sex with the amount of girls aka puck bunnies at the beginning of the season is disgusting. But Lachlan’s world gets turned upside down by a girl who doesn’t conform to any constructs of the typical college party girl. She has no interest in him. No interest in partying. She doesn’t even dress like a party girl. Her clothes hide her body. Lach wants to know who this enigma is and why she is the way she is.

Lyla James Marichal – in Lachlan’s eyes she’s disinterested in partying or socializing. But there’s another story. One that only a few know. One that she works hard to keep hidden. So hidden that she’s blocked out her feelings to the point that she’s numb. She doesn’t feel. She’s given up to the point she’s left even her sport – soccer. She doesn’t have time for someone like Lachlan Duke. He can chase her roommate but he’s just coming over to see her. Then, after an encounter that leaves her shaken, it’s Lachlan that makes her feel safe. Little by little she let’s him in until her walls are all but down.

The next thing Lyla and Lach know they are kissing in front of their close friends. And then, disaster strikes. Lachlan is left hospitalized. Lyla’s fight or flight response kicks in.

The friends. There is a whole cast of characters in this book that you are going to meet, and some are the best, and some are … you’ll see. But Marissa and Prescott are the best friends anyone can ask for. Look forward to your journey through this book. Savor it. It’s worth it. Mine is highlighted and annotated.

In conclusion, I loved this book. There were times I really was crying. This book deals with really tough issues but ultimately is about redemption. And that’s beautiful.

I rate this book 5 Stars. Or 5 Hockey Sticks 
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I received a complimentary copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. Thank you Valentine PR.