Kali Brixton is a new author and To Have is a fantastic debut novel. I really had no idea what to expect going into this book, but it was such a beautiful, emotional surprise. I fell in love with this story, with these characters. My heart broke for them, I wanted everyone to get the happy ending and the second chance they truly deserved.

Deacon has had a rough life, he has experienced pain, suffering, love and loss all from a very young age. My heart broke for him, but despite everything he has grown stronger and became a better man. Charlotte is sweet, caring, loving and will do anything for those she loves and even strangers who just need a friend and some love. Their chemistry and their connection is truly beautiful. There is so much history between these two. I loved every single moment, including all their banter.

Elsie, I LOVED HER. She was there for everyone. She was full of so much wisdom and insight. I wish that she was my grandmother. She was completely on #TeamDarlotte and rooting for them from the very beginning and I was right there with her.

Grey and Mason were AMAZING secondary characters and Charlotte’s older brothers. I am dying to know more about them, especially Mason. There is such a mystery around him that leaves you wanting more. Grey is a little bit less of a mystery, but there is still something about him.

Kali wrote an emotional, beautiful, second chance romance that tear your heart into shreds, but mend those broken pieces back together. This is a fantastic debut novel and I can’t wait for more!