3.75 stars

An unconventional low angst second chance romance that started as a wedding fling that turned into a long distance romance that went awry. The second time around wasn't smooth either ans awkward when they met again Alex and Megan. Megan had to work through her issues and interesting how she's the workaholic in this scenario. I can relate to her in her in way not being girly and not social aspect. But that's about it.

Alex is heck of a patient nice guy even if Megan made mistakes, he got angry and hurt rightly so. He forgave though and persistent and show her around being new to the area. He was way nicer than anyone would be I feel. Megan was too cold at times, her reasoning didn't make sense to me until later on. I liked that Alex helped Megan in finding herself and making her start to blossom. I didn't feel that vice versa much, a she stepped up though finally maybe a little but still.

I liked this book on the second half more than the first, I had more interest in the latter. It works well as standalone though and it was easy enough character wise. While Alex and Megan took the really long road they got there when it came down to it. I still look forward to reading the other Montgomery though.

I wasn’t impressed with this book. It’s my first by the author and probably my last. It all felt too generic. The two main characters meet and spend a weekend together. Two years later they are still thinking of the each other. Despite that, when they do meet up again it takes forever for them to decide to date. There is so much filler that really wasn’t necessary, and for some reason the author seems to love using an exclamation point. I also wasn’t thrilled with the female lead needing to get a make-over. Why do female authors still write that tired, and sexist, trope? This just wasn’t enjoyable for me.
Disclaimer: I received a copy of this book for an honest review.

Loved Megan and Alex's story. I didn't initially connect with her as much as some of the other characters in this series, but give her a chance and you'll love her before the end. Seeing the other family members is always a bonus too!

Samantha Chase has done it again. Until there Was Us another hit written with our beloved Montgomery family as characters. We have briefly meet Alex before as he is a physical therapist and had the job of helping another Montgomery. (I won't say who in the event someone hasn't read the series yet) but in the end it's his strength and patience which helps so many of those many give up on. Now we have Megan she is a Montgomery cousin and well let's just say Megan is feisty, she is your typical work-a-holic never taking time to step back and smell the roses as they say. And wow can she have an attitude and I think in a way that's putting it nicely. When her and Alex meet at a family wedding they seem to hit it off and have an amazing fun field weekend. But where does it go from there? Two years of being together in the end and it seems their relationship isn't progressing the way Alex would have wanted. Does he step away or does he stick it out? Does Megan give Alex the chance to become more or will her work life consume her to the point of running him off? Until there was Us is the story of many peoples lives these days, relationships, work, and just finding time to be alone is hard work. Will they be able to find the way to keep it together or will it just be too much for them to handle? This is a must read especially if you tend to fall in love hard with characters who really are true to life. Samantha Chase another awesome hit. Great read. Another sleepless night read. Couldn't put it down.

I know I read all of the books in the Montgomery's series, however I felt this was the first one. Megan and Adam's story reminds us that even though thing are already set in our lives and we are not ready to make to make the changes we need to, sometimes we need to just listen to our instincts and make those changes.


** I received a copy of this book from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review**

Life can pass us by in the blink of an eye when you’re consumed with your career. The daily toll began to effect your health and the ability to spend time with the ones you love. Megan found out the hard way working ten hour days wasn’t worth it and she needed something else. Accepting a job across the country she is given a second chance on everything that has passed her by and finally begins to experience all life has to offer.

This was my first foray into the Montgomery Brothers and I found the matchmaker grandparents highly amusing. Especially with the long game they had going for Alex and Megan.

Until There Was Us is a sweet second chance romance. It starts with a "bang" and becomes something more...

The feisty computer nerd and the physical therapist make a unique couple. It's not entirely a picnic. Some ups downs and crazed wild animals are present in the pages of this book. So watch out for hiding workaholics, a rabid bear like creature, and the great outdoors (totally said in a spooky voice over).

A sweet, romantic story of second chances and learning to balance life and love.
Megan and Alex met two years ago at her cousins wedding. While they had instant chemistry, living on different sides of the country and Megan's workaholic tendencies stopped them from having anything real. It's been two years and they still can't stop thinking about each other. Now Megan has started working with family in the same place that Alex lives. Can they move past all that happened before and start something new?
I will admit I had some trouble connecting with this story at first, in the end I fell for these characters, and I couldn't help but want them to find their happy.

Until There Was Us is the seventh book in the Montgomery Brothers series. I love these stories where they have a past together, even if just a brief weekend then come together again. Megan and Alex's story kept me intrigued throughout. This is definitely one not to be missed.

Alex has been friends with the Montgomerys since he was Zach's PT. He is loved by all. He is too good to be real. He is there for everyone, adjusting his schedule to his clients needs even if it disrupted his plans. He is a fixer. I did like some of his romantic gestures.

Megan has been trying to get her father's acknowledgement and approval of her chosen career for as long as she can remember, without success. She has been killing herself working 80+ hour weeks, having no social life, and basically isolating herself even at work.

Alex and Megan met and had a secret weekend fling during Zach's wedding 2 years ago. Alex wanted to continue seeing her long distance, but Megan blew him off after 3 months of struggling. Despite this, they each still thought about the other frequently. Megan accepts a job with Zach and moves to town. She isn't sure what to do about Alex and doesn't let him know she's back in town. Alex is thrilled when he discovers she back and hopes for a second chance.

Megan "melted" at least 8 times in this book. I don't know how my eyes didn't roll right out of my head. Once or twice ok, but there are so many other ways to say this. This story seemed to go on forever. It moves slowly and is frequently repetitive. I just couldn't connect to the characters. And Megan's secret? Seriously? Once again rolling my eyes. I had to force myself to finish.

I voluntarily reviewed an ARC provided by NetGalley and the publisher.

UNTIL THERE WAS US is the seventh instalment in Samantha Chase’s contemporary adult THE MONTGOMERY BROTHERS romance series focusing on the Montgomery siblings and cousins. This is IT specialist Megan Montgomery, and physical therapist Alex Rebat’s story line. UNTIL THERE WAS US can be read as a stand alone without any difficulty. Any important information from the previous story lines is revealed where necessary.

Told from dual third person perspectives (Alex and Megan) UNTIL THERE WAS US follows the second chance romance between IT specialist Megan Montgomery, and physical therapist Alex Rebat. Two years earlier, at her cousin Zach Montgomery’s wedding to Gabriella Martine, Megan met and spent a wild weekend with Zach’s friend and former physical therapist Alex Rebat. In the ensuing months Megan would begin to pull back from a possible long distance relationship only to break Alex’s heart when all was said and done. Fast forward to present day wherein Megan is offered the opportunity to work with her cousin in Portland knowing that the possibility of running into Alex was a guaranteed, sure thing. A weekend of painting for Alex, and a day out with the girls for Megan ends with the rekindling friendship between our story line couple. What ensues is the second chance romance between Megan and Alex, and the potential fall-out when Megan is offered the chance of a life-time, and Alex’s life spins out of control with the loss of someone close.

Megan Montgomery struggles with issues of low self-esteem; a workaholic trying to prove she is good enough or better than anyone expected. Alex Rebat battles the self-imposed guilt of sins from the past-a guilt that begins to fester with an unexpected loss.

The relationship between Megan and Alex is a rekindling friendship; a second chance at a happily ever after. The slow building romance finds Alex biding his time with the woman with whom he has fallen in love. The $ex scenes are mostly implied and fade to black.

There is a large ensemble cast of secondary and supporting characters including Zach and Gabrielle (I’ll Be There #6), Ethan and Summer (Meant For You #5), as well as Megan’s meddling parents, aunts and uncles, and her long suffering brother Christian.

UNTIL THERE WAS US is a story of family and friendship; guilt and second chances; falling in love and letting go of the past. The premise is realistic and encouraging; the characters are sassy, spirited and energetic; the romance is tender and affectionate, UNTIL THERE WAS US is a passionate, touching and delightful story.

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Before reading this book, I previously finished reading my second 5-star rating story for 2018. They have similar plots that I had to re-read this before writing my review to make sure I am not confusing one story from another. The protagonists in this book are smart and strong-willed. Also, the female lead has issues while the male lead is fairly normal.

Megan is workaholic and that is not a compliment. Similar to being alcoholic, her being workaholic has ruined her relationships and, personally speaking, her life. I get that women feel the need to prove themselves worthy in a work environment. We do more hours at work if we can, but that is our common misconception. It is not always in the quantity but with the quality, we tend to forget that. Megan represents most women I know, they are great at what they do but, maybe, they overwork themselves.

Alex is a wonderful man. Ten points for being close to reality because he is not a filthy-rich character. Another ten points for being able to handle Megan and her issues without being dominant. I like him having real opinions about Megan’s line of thinking, I appreciate that he doesn’t find them cute because that’s what happens in most romance stories and I’m tired of it.

The Montgomerys are an amazing family with charm! In UNTIL THERE WAS US, Samantha Chase weaves another glorious story based on matchmaking...or wait is it fate?

Megan and Alex meet at a wedding and hit it off instantly! By their obvious attraction, it is clear that they want to be near each other as much as possible. Too bad they live on opposite sides of the country!

Two years after their chance, romantic meeting, Megan and Alex find themselves in the same geographic location, once again! This time they have to get out of their own ways to take the risk of a relationship based on a whole lot of longing!

There was flirting, There was fun, there were reunions with former favorite characters, especially Summer, Zach and Gabriella! And Let's hear it for Maylene!

It was fun to follow the ways Alex and Megan navigated their course to true love!! Another epic romance from the incredible Samantha Chase!! Yay for Montgomery Mania!!

Samantha Chase brings back the infamous Montgomerys to her readers with Megan Montgomery and Alex Rebat reuniting after a two-year hiatus and one hot weekend between the sheets.

Physical therapist Alex Rebat has become a good friend to the Montgomery family when he helps Zane come out of the hole after his accident, and has been a regular visitor and family to the clan. He’s also got a taste of the Montgomery cousin Megan and he’s hooked for life.

As careful as she has always been, the magic of her cousin’s wedding throws Megan Montgomery into the arms of Alex and between the sheets. Relocating to help Zane with his business also brings her to the love of her life, with insecurities and fears.

Romantic meetings, friendly walks around town, passion between the sheets and secret dating becomes the norm of the day, as they reach the realization “Until There Was Us”.

Samantha brings back the charm of the Montgomery clan, the ever ready matchmaking elders, the hustle and bustle of the growing family filled with laughter and fun, friendship and family dynamics and the unconditional love and support of family and friends.

I give this book 5 stars. The storyline between Megan and Alex was well written. They met a wedding. Even after two years they can't forget each other. This is book 7 of the series. I whole heartedly recommend this book. I voluntarily reviewed this Advanced Reader Copy of this book.

I always love a good second chance romance and this book fit the bill. Although I doubted Alex and Megan would ever get where I wanted them to, they did and it was worth the slow burn it took to get there. I enjoy Ms. Chase's take on the HEA and can't wait to see what she comes up with next.

Until there was Us: I really like this story, it was emotional and a wonderful second chance romance. Megan and Alex really struggle with their own life issues. Megan letting go and finding herself and doing the things that she wants and makes her happy instead of trying to get her fathers approval.
Alex struggled with the guilt of not being able to stop his friend from and hurt and then not being able to heal him to the point of walking again. Grab the tissue.

The Montgomery Family is one of the reasons that I love all Samantha Chase's books. I remember years ago when I first read the first Montgomery book and discover the Cupid William Montgomery trying to marry all his sons. Now it is the other part of the family and how fun and sexy is the book!

Megan and Alex are a second chance love affair. She was not ready for him in the first time, but now they are slowly developing a strong relationship and with the help of the uncles and aunties...

This is a wonderful book and you will love it!

It has been a long time since I have read a book by Samantha Chase and now, I am asking myself "why?". Until There was Us is the story of Alex and Meghan, two people who meet and later rediscover each other. It is a beautifully written novel that you never want to end! The characters are lovable and flawed and these flaws become the heart of this story. This book is about people. There is no murder, no suspense and no raunchy language or sex scenes. Yet it has romance that makes you sigh and say "I want that!" There is conflict like people face everyday. This is also a story of choices and the ensuing consequences. It has been a long time since a book has moved me to tears but this story brought tears, both sad and happy. This book is not fluff; it has substance and depth. It is also a clean read. I will definitely be looking for more books written by Samantha Chase!

Samantha Chase has brought us a another gripping slow burn romance with low angst, sweet and swooning mixed with some hot passion. I haven't read any of the other books in the Montgomery Brothers series and I am kicking myself for not doing so.

This is Alex and Megan's story and its quite the hot and sexy one. They had a hot weekend a few years prior but Megan is a workaholic and the relationship fizzled out. When she finally moves back closer to her family she ends up running into Alex. Is the passion and connection still there? Can Alex show her that there is more to life then work??

Even though i hadn't read any others in the series i didn't feel at a disadvantage as this could totally be read as a standalone. I will however be going to check out he rest of the books in the series but that's only as i enjoyed this one and Samantha's style of writing