I am never prepared for the emotions that a Rebecca Yarros story brings. I always think I am and then I get into the book and I see how wrong I am. This story was no different. It was absolutely beautiful and stirring and I completely fell for these characters and their story. I was drawn in from the beginning and I felt like I was there with the characters as I was reading. I could not put this book down. I love Rebecca's work every time and I can't wait to see what she has in store for us next.

Cam is coming home to a place that holds lots of good memories, but also some painful ones too. The loss of his brother is easily felt the moment he sets foot in town, and a reminder that some hold him responsible is very evident. He can't even begin to understand what he is about to walk into, being the bad boy returning home, folks aren't all that receptive to his presence, but he has no choice, he is needed. His family needs him... and maybe even Willow too.

She is the one woman he can't have, the one whose heart once belonged to his brother. But he isn't here now, not to pickup all the broken pieces left behind, Willow needs him, but he isn't so sure he can be the man she needs. Taking something that isn't his would be unforgivable, so all he feels he can offer her is friendship, but they easily fall into something else, something he has wanted for a long time now. But having all of her just isn't an option, or is it?

Between the pages of this heart-wrenching tale readers will meet a man with many demons and the woman who saves him from them. Willow and Cam have always been close, and at one point he thought he might have a shot at her heart too, but then his brother swooped in and stole it. Cam is returning home to a place that isn't all that welcoming, armed with insurmountable guilt, and forced to face all the stuff he walked away from when he joined the military and never looked back. This isn't a insta-love kind of story, it is very much a slow burn romance. One riddled with old hurts to heal, forgiveness to be sought, and apprehension to conquer.... it's quite the heartrending journey. I loved every single second of this story, even though it nearly destroyed me. Each word was doused with so much pain and emotion, and I felt every ounce of it, but I also felt the love these two had for one another too, and that made it all worth it in the end. I highly recommend you take a chance on this one, it's words will grab your heart and attention and not let go!

I requested an advanced copy of this title from the publisher, via NetGalley, and I am voluntarily leaving my honest opinion.

“I wore my grief like armor, a wall I refused to let crumble or weaken. She wore hers like art, a bold invitation to experience the loss with her, daring you to look away, daring you to forget that he’d lived. He’d loved her.”

Great And Precious Things is an extraordinarily beautiful contemporary romance by Rebecca Yarros, and a novel you do not want to miss.

Six years ago when Camden Daniels came back form war without his younger brother, no one in the small town of Alba, Colorado, would forgive him- especially his father.

He left, swearing he would never return.

But a desperate message from his father brings it all back. The betrayal. The pain. And the need to go home again. But home is where the one person he still loves is waiting.

Willow.

The one woman he can never have, because there are secrets buried in Alba that are best left in the dark.

If only he could tell his heart to stay locked away when she whispers she’s always loved him, and always will

“Of course not. He’s good, Mr. Daniels. He’s the best man I know, and you…” My breath shook as I exhaled. “You ruined him. And I don’t know if I can fix the parts you broke. He won’t let anyone in. And I have to get through to him, because he’s just so…” The words clogged my throat, threatening to choke me. “He’s so very lonely.”
“All great and precious things are lonely.”

Great and Precious Things is a phenomenal, heart wrenchingly perfect novel about love, loss and family.

I have been a huge fan of Rebecca Yarros since I picked up her first novel Full Measures in 2014 and with every new book I’m sure she couldn’t possibly outdo the last, and every time she does.

Great and Precious Things is such a beautiful novel and I loved the relationship between Camden and Willow and how naturally it seemed to progress, along with the intense and passionate chemistry between them.
“My heart hurt with how utterly devastating he was. Sure, “gorgeous” was a good word, especially when he opened his eyes, but his appeal was more than that. He was magnetic, which certainly repelled some, but never me. No, he drew me in like gravity, an undeniable, irrefutable force that anchored my world. A decade apart had taught me that I’d never break free of him, not really. It didn’t matter where I lived—gravity existed and held my feet to the earth. It didn’t matter who I dated—I’d always be drawn to Cam.”

Camden’s relationship with his father and his reason for returning to Alba was heart-wrenching and I loved how that unfolded throughout the novel with such natural pacing and emotional provoking way that made my heart break for Camden and his father.

“Desperation and love make ordinary people do heroic things,” Dad said from behind us, moving to stand next to Willow at the edge of the unstable ledge. “You were never ordinary, and you had both.”

Great And Precious Things was such a flawlessly impeccable novel that as soon as I finished it I wanted to immediately start it again so I could continue to bask in the world & characters Rebecca Yarros has created.

This story was so heartbreaking in some aspects but completely heartwarming in others. 

Camden Daniels is the black sheep in his family. Home from the United States Army he is back to help his family but unfortunately not everyone is happy to see him. Not his father who believes he's guilty of destroying their family in the most terrible way, not some of the town's people who thinks he's a bad seed and nothing more but the worst of the three Daniels brothers. 


But then there's Willow, his childhood friend, his everything. She belongs to Sullivan. Does she still? 


Great and Precious Things is a very emotional and slow burn ride filled with drama, angst, family secrets and lies. 

Definitely a page turner!

Camden Daniels is home...to the small town of Alba that he was basically run out of years ago. He was always the bad boy and returned from serving his country, while his well-liked younger brother did not. He is loaded down with guilt and regret and is used to being the black sheep. He swore he would never come back until he got a call he could not ignore. Unfortunately, his return is met with relief from some and resistance of others...and the tension and antagonism just seem to spread as events unfold.

Willow Bradley is the girl he has loved since childhood...but she ended up becoming his brother's girlfriend and suffered the great loss as well. She is caring, smart, outspoken, and has always known her own feelings for Cam...even if she kept them to herself.

Cam will have an uphill battle to do some of the things he feels he needs to do. But he finds an unlikely ally in Willow. And the more time they spend together, the more unresolved feelings begin to surface. But they will both have to be honest and vulnerable to be able to try to move on. Cam has a long way to go as far as self-forgiveness and gaining self-worth. And it is even harder when it seems like the whole town has an opinion on every decision made.

My heart broke for Cam. He took so much of the blame for things he could not control. And despite how he was treated, he was trying to do the right thing most of the time. But he was constantly being judged and baited by others, and I was frustrated and upset for him! And his protective side often either got him into trouble or made him try to push her away. I loved that Willow had an inner strength and was not afraid to stand up for what she believed in.

The story and town is layered in history and some secrets. There are a lot of dynamics and conflicts, and even some surprises. The issues his father is dealing with are challenging and frustrating, and I feel the author did a good job explaining how hard they are for both the individual and the family in a sensitive way.

In addition to the slow-burn and emotional romance, this book touches on various larger issues and has good messages about life and how to be a good person. There are threads weaved into the story tying events and people together past and present. Ultimately this is a heartfelt and inspiring story about choices, balance, second-chances, redemption, and unconditional love.

GREAT AND PRECIOUS THINGS is a beautiful romance about self-confidence, owning your past, and moving forward with love. Cam (Camden) is coming back to Alba at the request of his older brother and father. Their father has early-onset Alzheimer's disease, and he is facing a lot of bad days. Cam has not been back to town since he returned with his youngest brother's body from the war. His father blamed him, and he has been basically exiled since.

Having now left the military and returning home for his family, Cam is a more patient and mature person. However, he was hoping not to run into Willow, the girl he has loved since he knew what love was, and who will be forever known as Sully's girl (she was dating his younger brother when he died).

Willow has lived in the shadow of that romance and never felt that she lived up to being forever known as Sully's girl. Especially when she knows the truth about the way she felt/feels. Having Cam back feels like a blessing and a curse, and Willow is not sure how to navigate herself through those waters. They are drawn together like magnets.

The book is a bit slow-building, but there is a lot that each of them has to overcome to get to a place where they can have the romance they deserve. There are also some bigger truths that need to come to light about Cam's childhood. This is a pretty emotional story and not at all a light read. There is also a lot of discussion about DNRs and their emotional and mental impacts that can weigh pretty heavily. I'd say that's par for the course for Yarros, and this is not even the heaviest of the books she has written (and I mean that in a good way- these are not light-hearted romances but something deeper).

Overall, I wish it was a little faster, but I loved the building of characters and romance that took time to craft. The ending third or so was phenomenal. Highly recommend for people who love a deeper romance with lots of character building. This is a lovely read.

Please note that I received an ARC from the publisher through netgalley. All opinions are my own.

4 stars

“He’d protected me for the simple reason that I’d been theirs all my life. The girl who tagged along with the Daniels boys. The naive teenager who stayed behind when three brothers went to war. The woman who shattered when only two came home.”

This is a book about redemption. About a bad boy not being so bad and a perfect man hiding dark secrets.


It's a book about living in a very small town and not being able to outrun your bad reputation and the mistakes from your youth.

A story of hidden jealousy and what it pushes us to do, what it will cost us one day.

This is also about long lasting love but bad timing and missed opportunities.

How a split second decision can simply be a matter of life or death, love or loneliness.

You'll also read about choosing your death, the right to die with dignity, on your own terms.
And you'll also hurt when two brothers will be divided by their beliefs, each trying to do what he deems best.

You have guilt and remorse.
Love and hurt.
Hope and death.
Redemption.

And so many other feelings!


I loved Willow and Cam. Together and apart.



Cam …. Appearances are deceiving and he began as a man with a short fuse, prone to fight with his fists when he was young. Now after a decade of army training, he’s learned to rein his temper in.

But why would he fight often? Why would he be the bad boy to everyone but Willow, his neighbor? That’s what we have the pleasure to discover in the story because there is a reason why he rejected everyone! And my heart broke for him when I learned what happened.



Cam is huge, handsome, protective of Willow and dead set on caring for his sick father even if said father is rejecting him at every turn. His dedication and his stubbornness were admirable!



I loved Willow. She went for her dream despite what her father, the judge, wanted for her. She followed her own path all while trying to stay close to her parents, her sister and her niece. That’s not always easy to live in a small town!

She was smart, loving and ..funny in her own way!
“Maybe now was a good time to stand up and twirl around in my super-short red skirt like a matador with an angry bull.”



Cam and Willow’s love story was a slow burn, very heartwarming to watch. I love friends to lovers romance and forbidden romance, even if the “forbidden” aspect was quite mild all things considered.
“You two are a damned Shakespearean tragedy. It’s slightly entertaining yet incredibly painful to watch.”



The town of Alba and its inhabitants with their beliefs, prejudices and small drama feel like its own character and add to the reading’s enjoyment.



Rebecca Yarros wrote a very romantic story with some heartbreak, surprises, slow burn, strong and loyal heroes.



On a side of inside note, I loved how Rose tested her theory 😊

Sometimes you read a book and you think the author can't do better. I've read the majority of Rebecca Yarro's books and I am always impressed that she seems to keep getting better!
The stories always tear you apart. They are so real and heartbreaking.
She writes about real things. Illness, war, losing loved ones too soon. I mean who hasn't been through that?

Camden is returning home after a phone call from his ill father. No one is happy he's home. Not even his dad that called him. Sometimes you read about close knit towns and how they are a great community and don't judge, but this town is completely different. They see him as the screw up, the boy who went to war and didn't bring his younger brother back. He was a bit of a wild child, but was he really? There was always one person who was always on his side, never thinking poorly of him. Willow. His brother's girl. A girl he's held a torch for for years, but always silently sat by. This guy couldn't be a better man. He's loyal to a fault, even if it makes him look bad.

Willow and Camden must work together now that he's back, but there are lines he just can't cross. Willow has always bent to her father's will, but that will soon change if Camden has a chance in town. Willow is done living in the past and wants to live in the present with Camden if she can help everyone see he's not who they think, she'll do just about anything.

I absolutely loved this story! It's romance, but it's so much more. It's a great story with a shady past Camden has to get through to live in the now.

"Because when he passed it was Mom's name on his lips, when I knew mine would have been yours."

5++ Stars!!!

WooHoo! One of the BEST BOOKS I've read this year! Rebecca Yarros did it again with this breathtakingly beautiful story. She has once again brought to life a story that will pull at every one of your heart strings and make you feel ALL the emotions. Cam and Willow and the folks of Alba, Colorado will consume you and pull you into their world. A world so full of heartbreak, loss, love, and hope. I loved Cam and Willow. Their story had me holding on to every word. There were so many times I just wanted to reach out and hold Cam. I felt so bad for him. The burdens he carried were heavy, but nothing was too heavy for Cam. He was strong enough, man enough, to stand up and face those challenges head on. Willow was just as amazing. She wasn't about to let anything come between what she had wanted... first and always. I really enjoyed the storyline and the tenacity of the characters. Rebecca Yarros is in her lane with military romance and continues to deliver phenomenal stories with extraordinary heroes and heroines. I loved this book, and I think you will too!

♥ Review by Lys

READ THIS BOOK! You won't regret it! Yes, it's a romance but also so much more!
What a great read! Even though I had read the description, I wasn't ready for how emotionally gripping this book would be. I'm not even sure what I should say in this review for fear of giving anything away.

Camden Daniels has come back to the small town of Alba, Colorado after swearing to never return. But a message from his father brings him home again.
There is one person he's always looked out for, Willow Bradley. But he's convinced himself that it's best to stay away from her. Because if she knew the secret he holds she may never look at him the same.

As you learn about this couple's past, you come to realize that they have been in love with each other since forever and have no idea the other felt the same. And everyone is convinced that he is still a troublemaker not good enough for the town's good girl.

Great and Precious Things is a heart-wrenching story about family, betrayal, and ultimately how far we're willing to go on behalf of those who need us most.

Okay, now I need to go order a copy of this book and the Last Letter.

This ARC was provided by Entangled Publishing via NetGalley.
#GreatAndPreciousThings #NetGalley

Cam returns home to the small Colorado town of Alba following a message received from his father.

The last thing he wants is to return home but the love he has for his family and his well developed sense of duty, brings this ex-serviceman home.

Willow, his dead brother's girlfriend, is an Alba native too and is establishing herself as a local business woman.

There are secrets that have never been revealed and information that has never been shared.

Cam is troubled with a bad reputation, a quick temper and guilt over the death of his younger brother. Willow is his biggest supporter despite how they are then perceived by the town's residents.

They defy the townspeople finding love and breathing some life into this fictional historical town.

You will definitely shed a tear or two in the reading of this amazing tale and at times you won't see the text for the tears but I promise you will not regret picking up this latest novel from Rebecca Yarros.

I really enjoyed this book. Didn’t em have the emotional onslaught of Last Letter, but that’s probably a good thing! I loved the vibe of this book and highly recommend it.

Author Rebecca Yarros knows how to pen a story that will keep you up all night…Great and Precious Things is more evidence of that. This slow burning, second chance romance of Camden (Cam) Daniels and Willow Bradley will rip your heart out and then slowly attempt to repair it.

“There is more beauty in truth, even if it is dreadful beauty.”

Cam has returned to the town of Alba, because his father has asked him to come back…even though neither he, nor the townsfolk, truly wants him there. People don’t think highly of Cam, and heartbreakingly enough, neither does he.

He’d always been content to let others think the worst of him, and I guess nothing had changed.

The characters and the depth of this storyline will reach deep into your soul. And once again, (as with many books by Rebecca Yarros) you will need tissues within reach! She wrote such incredible twists and turns in this book. The medical issues, the military history, the romance, the family drama…GAH! She just blends it all together so freaking beautifully! There are definitely unexpected turns in this story, so be prepared to not come out of this one unscathed! The combination of the town, the people, the storyline, the supportive characters (family and close friends), the family dynamics, the angst, the backstory…WOW! Such a brilliant story that will give you ALL the feels! **5 great and precious stars from me!**

I continue to put myself through the emotional turmoil because this author always delivers an unforgettable book.

This book is no different except that my heart wasn’t ripped out of my chest, it just broke a little.

I’m always sucked into this authors writing. It’s like watching a tv show come to life while reading. There’s just enough description, character development and interest that keep me entertained.

I can say I wanted a little more for the ending. It kind of just ended and went quick for what was going on.


Thank you Netgalley and Entangled Publishing for allowing me to read this story!

A sweet romance with a heartbreaking yet heartwarming family story.

I really enjoyed Willow and Cam. Regardless of their past, these two have a connections no one can deny. I love their strength.

Cam is struggling with the loss of his brother and the accusatory eyes of everyone. Even when his heart is broken into a million pieces, he somehow finds the strength to keep going and not give up. I love how Willow has his back through it all. Their individual strength is exactly what the other needs to support one another and get through it all. My heart swooned for this couple. You will not be able to stop yourself from falling in love with Cam.

Cam's relationship with his father touched me beyond words. While it made me angry and upset at certain points, I love Cam's relentless, "I will not give up" attitude. 

You can't help but want to hug these characters and to cheer them on. 

I would recommend this book!

**I received a copy of Great and Precious Things from Entangled Amara Publishing and Net Galley in exchange for a voluntary and honest review. The opinions expressed below are mine and not solicited in any way**

Great and Precious Things by Rebecca Yarros is what I hope will be a new series for the author (Please??) because I can't be the only one who would love to have more stories about Alba, Colorado.

But I digress, this story will grab your heart and put you into the shoes of both Camden (The black sheep of the Daniels family) and Willow Bradley who came back to Alba with her Graphic Design degree. The two have history but both feel the loss of Sullivan who died during a fire fight but he's come home to help his Dad convince his older brother understand his medical request for a DNR. Alzheimer's is a devastating disease stealing away the mind of a loved one no matter the age. It affects so many families as I well know because it's touched mine twice.

But Camden is back in Alba to stay with hopes of opening the Rose Rowan mine and storefront for tours during the tourist season. Willow tries hard to convince him that even though Sullivan was her first love it's Camden who has had her heart since childhood. There will be a lot of ups and downs and of course family squabbles as a trying to convince the town to trust him but the ending will be a huge surprise not only with a trial, a lost child in the mine but the revelation of perhaps a bit of healing between father and son. I loved this book and can't wait to read more about Alba, Colorado.

The book's description was bang on - "Great and Precious Things is a heart-wrenching story about family, betrayal, and ultimately how far we're willing to go on behalf of those who need us most." I've never pasted the description in like this but I just can't say it better.

Camden has spent his life treated poorly based on the epitome of small town prejudices. The town has used several misconceptions from his teen years and some legitimate mistakes he made to make him the unwanted outcast. His father hates him for that and the death of his brother in the Army. Despite that, Cam is the best kind of man, one who comes to champion his dad's wishes when asked. He's willing to take on the town, his dad and his brother to respect his father's request despite the horrible way his father fas treated him.

Willow and Cam grew up together. Their friendship was strong and both treasure their shared memories. Unfortunately, Cam has let other's opinions convince him he's not the man for Willow but these two have been too close for too long not to still love each other. Like the rest of the book, there is a lot of heartbreak to overcome before they can find their true happiness.

Yarros does an amazing job of setting up the story and creating the highly complex characters. Every bit of the dysfunction of the entire situation rings true and the layers upon layers to get to the truth never let me see what was coming until she was ready. The story was paced just right to present all the complexities without rushing them or boring me.

I ugly cried more than once and I was so dang pleased to see the right outcome at the end! Excellent book.

How do you change a town’s perspective of you when they’ve already decided who you are? That’s just part of the obstacles Camden faces when he returns to his hometown to help his ailing father. Camden and Willow are captivating and their chemistry is incredible.
Rebecca Yarros has given us another emotionally charged romance for the ages. Compelling storytelling that feels your heart to the brim with love, laughter and tears.

Great and Precious Things by Rebecca Yarros, published by Entangled Publishing, is a full length, stand-alone military romance novel that kept on the edge of my seat from chapter one til the end. Truly an unputdownable read by anoutstanding author. Every time a new book by RY releases, I'm giddy to get my hands on it and every single time I love the story, the excellent writing and connect very easily with the characters.
GAPT is a fast paced read with a lot of twists and unexpected turns that kept me in suspense til the last page.
I highly recommend the book, 5+ Stars.

What comes with great stories, is great emotion, and Rebecca Yarros just delivered both on a silver platter. Rebecca Yarros is the author of all authors and Great And Precious Things testifies to that. This riveting - emotional novel is one that has all the attributes to make it the great book it is. This author's Great And Precious Things is a flawlessly written - emotionally charged romance that has great angst and emotion that comes from not only the plot, but the subplots as well. Rebecca Yarros wrote with so much depth and understanding that held such delicacy to the details, that I found myself locked into Camden and Willows story for HOURS because the flow just flowed so well. I found myself quickly realizing there was a bigger picture than the soul-searching romance, and with that came the slow burn of Camden and Willow. There was no rush, just patience and understanding. This author took the liberty to tackle something that can resonate with readers such as myself, so while we do get the romance, we also get the real life stuff. Camden and Willow's story is not an easy one, but their will to not give up was enough to inspire me.

Camden is a force to be reckoned with. Being the black sheep of the family has left it's challenges for him, so having a chip on his shoulder should come as no surprise. Not all is as it seems though, because deep down he is the exact opposite. He is kind, and loyal and fiercely protective of those he loves.

Willow comes off as a non-confrontational heroine but when push comes to shove, her resilience speaks for it's self. She is so much stronger than everyone thinks, and her loyalty to prove whats right is spell-bounding. Her will to love given with her past, shows how truly strong she is.

When life brings Camden home, he is not only faced with his past, but the consequences of his past. Does he have the will to move on and get the girl despite the communities concerns, or does his hometown push him out for good this time?