Just a rebound? Yeah, right.

I enjoyed this book, but I have some criticisms about it. I loved Pacey and Mackenzie together, especially after what Sanders did to her. And I wanted to slap Sanders in this book when he decided he made a mistake and wanted her back. Add to that, his "friend" Hunter who does everything in his power to ruin Mac. Not a fan of either of these guys.

Pacey has secrets. Lots of secrets. And I get why he has them. Dealing with an organ transplant and all of the ramifications afterwards (even many many years later) is not easy. And he's in college and doesn't want people to think of him as weak or to treat him differently. He wants to fit in and not have people constantly worrying about him. However, realistically, that's not possible. Once you receive a transplanted organ, you entire life is turned upside down. The meds you have to take constantly and on a timeclock. You have no immune system and the slightest germ can put you in a hospital. Life is different and you aren't "normal". You are not like other people your age. There are ways to adjust, but there is always differences.

I love that Mac is so concerned once she knows what is going on with Pacey. I also love the fact that his "roommates" and their family have decided to get tested to see if any are a match in case he ever needs another kidney. And that is entirely possible. Most transplants only last 10-20 years and since he was so young when he had his, he will need another one in his lifetime.

I realize I have focused on the transplant topic of the book and it was not a "major" storyline in it, but it hit close to home for me.

I felt that Mac, being the odd girl out of the four, was hesitant yet supportive. And, because of Hunter, she got screwed over in her studies. So when she had the chance to give her professor that turned her turn to be her advisor and the internship, I was so proud of her. It seemed like she was hesitant to upset the norm, but she found her backbone and let him know exactly what she thought and I was cheering her on.

I'll admit I wasn't too impressed with Mac originally but I loved Pacey. I wasn't sure how their pairing was going to work. And I still don't know if they will work out once they are out of college, but that is life.

Shane East was a great Pacey. His British accent is such a thrill to listen to. And Emma Wilder as Mac, and all of the other girls, never disappoints.

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Great Story

I listened to this one on Audible. I loved this story, The rebound was great. The narration was stellar and the story was great. I can't wait for the next in this series.

Fantastic story!!

I really enjoyed this story! It was great to see Mackenzie come out better from what Sanders did to her at the last of the first book in series. (Don't worry if you haven't read it, this one does explain what happened so you won't be lost). I loved how Pacey was ready to be a friend and whatever Mackenzie needed. I loved how that he asked what she needed and really listened. These two were not set to have anything serious, it wasn't even going to be a typical rebound but they just fell together. I loved how their relationship built and how they tried to communicate their feelings and what was going on, even when they didn't fully understand it themselves. They just got each other. I loved how Pacey understood her need to have a plan and lists and need things defined and never took offense to them. It really just made these two work from the beginning. That's not to say that they didn't have their issues that they needed to deal with and overcome. Both were overwhelmed with outside issues that kept throwing their lives upside down. I loved getting to see these two come together and be better for it. This story definitely pulls you in and connects you to the story and the characters. You can really feel for both characters and what they are going through and the changes that are out of their control that they have to keep adapting to. I loved how these two were such great support for each other during those times. They let each other be who they needed to be during those moments and supported what they needed to adapt and move forward. They made each other strong. I loved getting to know Tanner and Miles better as well. I can't wait to get their stories.
The narrators were great. They added another layer to the story and brought it to life. They were great with the voices and emotions for characters throughout the book.
I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book.

Good story

I enjoyed this story by Carrie Ann Ryan. Emma Wilder and Shane East did a wonderful job narrating this book and they brought the characters and story to life.

Loved Pacey and Mackenzie

Loved the characters! The story was very heartwarming. Cannot wait for the other roommates books. There were so many twists and turns that I didn’t expect.

❤️ love it.

It was an excellent book; I love the storyline and all the details are unique.

Another Winner from Carrie Ann Ryan...

LOVE THIS BOOK! Once again Carrie Ann Ryan brings all the feels and magic of romance.

Emma Wilder as Mackenzie and Shane East as Pacey were perfection. Both brought Carrie Ann's words and emotions to life. I laughed and cried right along with both characters. I felt like I was standing in the shadows of the lives and living it with them.

Brilliantly done as always.

Rebound Love

Carrie Ann Ryan has done it again. My Rebound is the second book in the On My Own series. This is Mackenzie and Pacey’s story. Your not supposed to fall in love with the rebound, but it happens anyway. Pacey and Mackenzie are great. This is a phenomenal book.

Loved these two

I loved Pacey and Mackenzie so much. She had her whole future planned out what she was going to do and who she would be with. Then her boyfriend through a wrench in that plan. It also makes her doubt her friendship with the guys when were also his friends. But Pacey isn’t going to let her loose her friendships. He makes it clear to her that they are her friends and did not approve with what he did to her. Then as a bit of a joke he offers to be her rebound. She takes him up on the offer not thinking anything will come from it as she feels Pacey isn’t looking for forever. These two compliment each other so well. They will have to navigate some obstacles as well but together they are stronger. Great HEA and looking forward to the next in the series. Great performance by both narrators

Plans!

This is Makenzie and Pacey's story, we first met them in book one My One Night, Makenzie being the long-time girlfriend of Sanders one of five guys sharing a house on College Row.

Makenzie and Sanders have been together they liked to say "almost from the cradle" she had her entire life planned out but then all her plans are forced to change when she discovers Sanders with another girl. Obviously, she's hurt but now she has to figure out how to cope when all her plans are now in ashes.

I must admit that on first meeting Pacey he wasn't someone I wanted to know better he seemed top aloof but when MacKenzie seems to be unwilling or unable to move on he offers to help her by being her Rebound. But as we already know things don't always go to plan, sometimes fate throws us a curveball.

As Pacey and Mackenzie's personal lives being to draw closer together both of them have to face changes, he has to come to terms with changes within his family, he also has to learn to let people in and not be so insular, something Mackenzie helps him realise. Whilst she has to face the fact that not only her love life has to change she will have to face changes in her academic life too. All her plans will need to be redrawn!

As they explore the changes in their lives both together and apart, they have to come to terms with their feelings for each other are they going to just be friends with benefits or have they found something real? The connection they form is definitely one neither can ignore but will it stand the test of time?

I enjoyed this thought-provoking, steamy read which held my attention with ease from beginning to end.

The narration of this book by Emma Wilder and Shane East is very well done, they each perform wonderfully lifting this wonderful story to an even higher level.

I received this audiobook as a gift and am voluntarily writing my review.