In the captivating novel “Layla” by Colleen Hoover, Leeds and Layla’s love story takes a devastating turn when Layla is brutally attacked, leaving her fighting for her life. Before the attack, Leeds was convinced that Layla was the one he wanted to spend the rest of his life with. However, after weeks in the hospital, Layla’s physical recovery is accompanied by emotional and mental scarring that alters her personality, leaving Leeds struggling to reconnect with the woman he fell in love with.
Desperate to salvage their relationship, Leeds takes Layla to the bed-and-breakfast where they first met, hoping to rekindle their love. However, Layla’s behaviour takes a bizarre and inexplicable turn, creating tension and distance between them. As Leeds grapples with the changes in Layla, he finds solace in Willow, another guest at the B&B who shares his concerns about Layla’s well-being.
As Leeds forms a connection with Willow, his curiosity about her grows, and he becomes determined to help her uncover the truth behind the strange occurrences at the B&B. However, his decision to help Willow directly conflicts with Layla’s well-being, forcing him to choose between the two women. Leeds soon realizes that he cannot help both of them, and the wrong choice could have detrimental consequences for all of them.
As the story unfolds, Leeds is torn between his loyalty to Layla and his growing feelings for Willow. He must navigate the complex web of emotions and make a choice that will alter the course of their lives forever. Will Leeds choose to salvage his relationship with Layla, or will he succumb to his feelings for Willow?
Layla Colleen Hoover Summary
“Layla” is a heart-wrenching exploration of love, trauma, and redemption, masterfully woven by Colleen Hoover. The book delves into the complexities of human emotions, creating a poignant love triangle that will leave readers torn between their love for the characters and their desire for a happy ending.
Genre: Romance, Contemporary.
Characters: Leeds, Layla, Willow
Climax: Leeds must make a choice between Layla and Willow, altering the course of their lives forever
Resolution: A heart-wrenching conclusion that will leave readers emotional and satisfied
MY THOUGHTS:
While I have immense admiration for Colleen Hoover’s writing prowess, her book “Layla” unfortunately didn’t strike a chord with me. As someone who typically shies away from paranormal and spooky stories, I was a bit apprehensive about diving into this one.
However, my loyalty to Hoover’s writing and her ability to craft compelling stories led me to give it a shot. Upon reading, I found the plot and concept to be undeniably intriguing, and Hoover’s signature writing style was still evident.
Nevertheless, I struggled to form a strong connection with the characters, particularly Leeds, whose likability was questionable for me throughout the book. I spent a significant amount of time trying to decide whether he was a redeemable character or not, and even now, I’m still unsure.
The recommendations for this book were wildly mixed, with some people absolutely loving it and others vehemently disliking it. I went into it with an open mind, hoping to find a hidden gem.
Unfortunately, it didn’t quite resonate with me the way I had hoped. Despite this, I recognize that fans of paranormal stories may find this book to be a real treat, and for that reason, I would still recommend it to those who enjoy the genre.
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