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Let There Be Light (Twin Hearts Duet Book 1) Kindle Edition

by A.M. Johnson (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.5 out of 5 stars 1,200 ratings
2019 IAN Outstanding Fiction Winner for LGBTQ Fiction **Not a Cliff Hanger**

His world was water and rhythm.
Hard work and drive kept Royal O'Connell one step ahead of his competition. His spot on the swim team, keeping his scholarship, was the only plan that mattered.
His world was ebony and ivory.
Natural talent and ambition set Camden Morgan apart from the other music majors. His dedication scoring him a full ride. Normally, their paths would have never crossed….
But when Royal meets his best friend's new roommate, his big plan and Camden’s controlled environment faces a variable that could destroy it all.
Attraction.
The world they live in had no room for error. That undeniable pull between them was dangerous and neither one of them could've prepared for the choice they'd have to make. Love isn't always an easy road and, when everything they've worked for is on the line, they'll have to decide if being together is worth the risk.
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  4. Publication date
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Awarded 2019 IAN Outstanding Fiction Winner for LGBTQ Fiction as well as placed second for Book of the Year
"This beautiful, blissfully sweet coming-of age m/m romance is one-click worthy!" Kindle Crack Reviews

"Absolutely and utterly beautiful. Let There Be Light is a stunningly honest and extraordinary coming of age romance." Book Bruin


"Their story will be the music that soothes your soul and the rhythm that your heart will beat to." Goodreads Reviewer


"Beautiful, soul-searing story. I'll never forget Royal and Camden." Stephanie Rose, Author

"This book is high on my list for top books of the year." Taylor Reads Book Blog

"It's real, true and you can feel the love between the characters. After all, love is love." Christy Anderson, Author

"Let There Be Light is a must read, prepare your heart because these boys are going to make you fall in love with them." Read More Sleep Less Blog


"Let There Be Light Is simply a love story in its purest form." Goodreads Reviewer



"Let There Be Light is like no other book I've ever read. And I've read a lot over the last three years. It truly is something special!" Goodreads Reviewer


"Another eloquent addition to A.M. Johnson's significant and memorable repertoire. Let There Be Light will entrench itself in both your heart and soul. A story that needed to be told. A reminder of what should never be forgotten. Love Is Love." Marley Valentine, Author

About the Author

A. M. Johnson is the author of several novels, including Sacred Hart, the Forever Still series, and the Avenues Ink series.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B07KGC42GN
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ A.M. Johnson Books (November 16, 2018)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ November 16, 2018
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 4.6 MB
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
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  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 355 pages
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Amanda is an award winning and best selling author of LGBTQIA and contemporary romance and fiction. She lives in New Hampshire with her family where she moonlights as a nurse on the weekends and hikes as much as possible.

If she’s not busy with her kiddos, you’ll find her buried in a book or behind the keyboard where she explores the human experience through the written word, exploring all spectrums and genres.

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Customers describe this book as a beautifully written coming-of-age love story that captures the heartache of first love and resonates deeply with readers. The writing is well-crafted, with one review noting how the prose is poetic without being cloying, and customers appreciate how it deals with real-life issues. Customers praise the romance between Camden and Royal, the emotional depth, and the magnificent pacing.

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55 customers mention "Story quality"55 positive0 negative

Customers praise the book's beautiful story about love in its truest form, describing it as a coming-of-age tale that resonates with readers, with one customer noting how it captures the heartache of first love.

"...Let There Be Light is a stunningly honest and extraordinary coming of age romance. AM Johnson's words will captivate you and make your heart sing...." Read more

"...This was a good coming of age story Royal O'Connell is a freshman in college on the swim team keeping his scholarship, was the only plan that..." Read more

"...The writing is captivating. It has a magical and poetic feel to it - Truly capturing the trepidation of new feelings, attraction, confusion,..." Read more

"This is a very sweet romance just 2 boys finding their way to each other. It's pretty mild in terms of spice level." Read more

53 customers mention "Readability"53 positive0 negative

Customers find the book well written and brilliant, with one customer mentioning they fell in love with every page.

"Absolutely and utterly beautiful. Let There Be Light is a stunningly honest and extraordinary coming of age romance...." Read more

"...I don't read young adult, but this was a pretty good read that I also listened to on audio...." Read more

"...-you on Royal's part, a genre I am tiring of, but in his case perfectly acceptable and understandable because he really has never been a party jock--..." Read more

"...It is a beautiful book, with beautiful writing, I think the music helped with that a lot...." Read more

33 customers mention "Writing quality"33 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the writing quality of the book, finding the characters well-developed and engaging, with one customer noting how the prose is poetic without being cloying.

"...I am constantly in awe of the poetry and magic she creates on the page and it was no different in Let There Be Light...." Read more

"...This book was low heat but that was ok. This book was well written with no errors in grammar or spelling I also liked the narrators as I also..." Read more

"...The writing is captivating. It has a magical and poetic feel to it - Truly capturing the trepidation of new feelings, attraction, confusion,..." Read more

"...The supporting cast is fiercely loyal, which includes not only Indie but also Royal's swim team buddy Kai, as well as Royal and Indie's parents, who..." Read more

27 customers mention "Emotional content"25 positive2 negative

Customers find this book emotionally engaging, describing it as a heartwarming read that brings happy tears, with one customer noting the deep emotional connection between the characters.

"...There was so much beauty and tenderness in the vulnerability these characters displayed...." Read more

"...It has a magical and poetic feel to it - Truly capturing the trepidation of new feelings, attraction, confusion, figuring out who you are and..." Read more

"...Let There Be Light is a gentle and timeless coming of age story that shows us love can be found in the most unexpected places...." Read more

"...Royal's parents however are very accepting and understanding...." Read more

13 customers mention "Authenticity"13 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the authenticity of the book, noting how it deals with real life issues, with one customer describing it as stunningly honest.

"Absolutely and utterly beautiful. Let There Be Light is a stunningly honest and extraordinary coming of age romance...." Read more

"...Their romance was heartwarming, tender, and sincere - full of butterflies and racing hearts, shy glances and secret touches...." Read more

"...a genre I am tiring of, but in his case perfectly acceptable and understandable because he really has never been a party jock--his only "..." Read more

"...Royal's parents however are very accepting and understanding...." Read more

6 customers mention "Romance"6 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the romance in the book, with one customer particularly appreciating the relationship between Camden and Royal.

"...Declan and Paige were as wonderful as always (#parentinggoals) and they will forever have a special place in my heart...." Read more

"...I loved Royal and Camden's story so much. I loved the slow build, the discovery of each other, the honesty in their relationship...." Read more

"...Royal and Camden are so great together. I am living for their chemistry and the way they have each other’s backs when needed...." Read more

"...It's such a great story about two men meeting, and just realizing they need each other and belong together...." Read more

5 customers mention "Music quality"5 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the music in the book, with one noting how it transforms from sound to words, while another mentions how it makes their heart sing.

"...AM Johnson's words will captivate you and make your heart sing...." Read more

"...It is a beautiful book, with beautiful writing, I think the music helped with that a lot...." Read more

"...Whenever we were in Camden's head, it was like poetry! Sound turned to music turned to words...." Read more

"Poignant, beautiful, soulful. Hits all the right notes for me. Nothing is dragged on for too long...." Read more

5 customers mention "Pacing"5 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the pacing of the book, with one describing it as a slow-burning M/M romance.

"...The writing is absolutely perfect. The pacing is magnificent...." Read more

"...It was easy to fall for both men. A solid plot and pacing, and fabulous secondary characters. Definitely worth a read!" Read more

"...Loved the emotional development between the boys and the pace at which everything was set...." Read more

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Absolutely and utterly beautiful. Let There Be Light is a stunningly honest and extraordinary coming of age romance. AM Johnson's words will captivate you and make your heart sing. I am constantly in awe of the poetry and magic she creates on the page and it was no different in Let There Be Light. Royal and Camden's story hooked me right from the start and didn't let go. There was so much beauty and tenderness in the vulnerability these characters displayed. The excitement, confusion, joy, and heartache of first love will resonate with all readers. I loved that the story focused on the journey of our characters - the highs, the lows, and everything in between. Each discovering who they are, accepting the things they cannot change, and coming out stronger on the other side. There was no unnecessary drama between Royal and Camden and watching them discover and sometimes fumble into love was so endearing and adorable. The ending wrapped things up on a positive note, but perhaps a little too neat given the world we live in today. For myself, it was perfect and I loved the overall feeling of hope that the author left me with. I could not have loved this next O'Connell chapter more and also the cameos from our favorite Avenues Ink characters. Declan and Paige were as wonderful as always (#parentinggoals) and they will forever have a special place in my heart. I'll be honest though, Kai definitely caught my attention and has me very, very, very intrigued. I am so excited for Indie's story next!
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  • Book Bruin
    5.0 out of 5 stars 5 You’re Kind of Perfect Stars!
    Reviewed in the United States on November 16, 2018
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    Absolutely and utterly beautiful. Let There Be Light is a stunningly honest and extraordinary coming of age romance. AM Johnson's words will captivate you and make your heart sing. I am constantly in awe of the poetry and magic she creates on the page and it was no different in Let There Be Light.

    Royal and Camden's story hooked me right from the start and didn't let go. There was so much beauty and tenderness in the vulnerability these characters displayed. The excitement, confusion, joy, and heartache of first love will resonate with all readers. I loved that the story focused on the journey of our characters - the highs, the lows, and everything in between. Each discovering who they are, accepting the things they cannot change, and coming out stronger on the other side. There was no unnecessary drama between Royal and Camden and watching them discover and sometimes fumble into love was so endearing and adorable. The ending wrapped things up on a positive note, but perhaps a little too neat given the world we live in today. For myself, it was perfect and I loved the overall feeling of hope that the author left me with.

    I could not have loved this next O'Connell chapter more and also the cameos from our favorite Avenues Ink characters. Declan and Paige were as wonderful as always (#parentinggoals) and they will forever have a special place in my heart. I'll be honest though, Kai definitely caught my attention and has me very, very, very intrigued. I am so excited for Indie's story next!
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    Reviewed in the United States on November 16, 2018
    Absolutely and utterly beautiful. Let There Be Light is a stunningly honest and extraordinary coming of age romance. AM Johnson's words will captivate you and make your heart sing. I am constantly in awe of the poetry and magic she creates on the page and it was no different in Let There Be Light.

    Royal and Camden's story hooked me right from the start and didn't let go. There was so much beauty and tenderness in the vulnerability these characters displayed. The excitement, confusion, joy, and heartache of first love will resonate with all readers. I loved that the story focused on the journey of our characters - the highs, the lows, and everything in between. Each discovering who they are, accepting the things they cannot change, and coming out stronger on the other side. There was no unnecessary drama between Royal and Camden and watching them discover and sometimes fumble into love was so endearing and adorable. The ending wrapped things up on a positive note, but perhaps a little too neat given the world we live in today. For myself, it was perfect and I loved the overall feeling of hope that the author left me with.

    I could not have loved this next O'Connell chapter more and also the cameos from our favorite Avenues Ink characters. Declan and Paige were as wonderful as always (#parentinggoals) and they will forever have a special place in my heart. I'll be honest though, Kai definitely caught my attention and has me very, very, very intrigued. I am so excited for Indie's story next!
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  • Angie
    4.0 out of 5 stars A Good Start
    Reviewed in the United States on January 21, 2024
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    This was book 1 in the "Twin Hearts" duet. I don't read young adult, but this was a pretty good read that I also listened to on audio. This was a good coming of age story Royal O'Connell is a freshman in college on the swim team keeping his scholarship, was the only plan that mattered until he meets his best friend's new roommate Camden Morgan. Camden is a music major, and his natural talent has sets him apart from the others in his class. I loved how Royal easily accepted the attraction that he felt toward Camden and was ready to explore what he felt. Royal wanted to immerse himself in Camden. I also loved how confident he was, and how he tried to instill that confidence in Camden. Camden slowly open up and become more confident. He didn't lock himself behind a closed doors anymore he made effort to be more present so he could spend more time with Royal. Their romance was sweet with butterflies and shy glances and secret touches. It was a slow build up into friendship, trust, and love. This book was low heat but that was ok. This book was well written with no errors in grammar or spelling I also liked the narrators as I also listened to this book on audio. I am looking forward to reading and listening to the next book in this series.
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  • Toniann Sampogna (@bookishforever)
    5.0 out of 5 stars Captivating - Coming of Age College Romance
    Reviewed in the United States on November 14, 2022
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    Wow! I am in awe. I'm not even sure if I can find the words to properly describe this and all the feelings that come with it.

    This is a coming of age college romance. The writing is captivating. It has a magical and poetic feel to it - Truly capturing the trepidation of new feelings, attraction, confusion, figuring out who you are and growing into yourself.

    Royal is a freshman in college on the swim team and we get to observe as he meets and becomes completely enraptured by his new best friend's socially awkward, musical prodigy roommate - Camden.

    I love how Royal easily accepted the attraction he felt toward Camden and was so eager to explore these new found feelings. He wanted nothing more than to immerse himself in everything Camden. I love how confident he was, and how he constantly tried to instill that confidence in Camden.

    I loved watching Camden slowly open up and become more confident. He went from locking himself behind a closed door, sometimes not hearing his own voice for days at a time - to making such an effort to be more present just so he could spend more time around Royal.

    Their romance was heartwarming, tender, and sincere - full of butterflies and racing hearts, shy glances and secret touches. It was a slow build up into friendship, trust, and love. It was just so beautiful to witness.

    The spice is low, however they definitely have their moments - the emotions involved are described in great detail rather than the act itself.

    My favorite parts involved seeing the world through Camden's thoughts. He equated just about everything to music…..

    "Royal, he was too many instruments all in one, too many intricate notes, and I needed more time to hear each one."

    "Royal was a cello, deep and smooth, and it was his melody that played the loudest."

    "Freedom was a soft jazz piano playing in the background, the quiet acceptance of the stranger in the room. It looked like the boy I was in love with, tall and strong, sun-kissed hair, and tan skin."

    I just loved everything about this!
    We are left with a HFN, so I'm hoping to see more of them in Seven Shades of You (Book 2).
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  • Wide Eyes, Big Ears!
    5.0 out of 5 stars Beautifully written and narrated!!!
    Reviewed in Australia on May 30, 2024
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    Piano composer, Camden Morgan is caught up in his own world, barely interacting with his fellow students. He shares a college suite with the boisterous captain of the swim team and the two get on each other’s nerves. But when he meets his roommate’s best friend and fellow swimmer, Royal O’Connell, he finds me doesn’t mind letting Royal get under his defences. Royal is confused by his feelings for Camden, he’s never been attracted to another guy before, but he just can’t keep away.

    I’ve loved all of AM Johnson’s books and this one is such a lyrical sports romance with so many beautifully written passages, especially the descriptions of Camden’s playing and performing! It’s also a gentle and very moving story with Camden learning to shake off the critical voices of his aggressive mother and ineffectual father while Royal summons the courage to own his feelings both privately and publicly with mixed results. Both young men are incredibly decent guys and I loved spending time with them and the secondary characters—so looking forward to Indie (Royal’s sister) and Kai’s story next. 🎧 Teddy Hamilton (as Royal) and Aaron Shedlock (as Camden) are such star performers, they took this great book to another level!
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  • Alessandra Rocha
    5.0 out of 5 stars Fantástico
    Reviewed in Brazil on March 20, 2022
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    Muito doce, romântico e sofrido...Um mundo de descobertas e autoconhecimento... simplesmente lindo.Todos os personagens muito bem escritos e complexos...leitura deliciosa.
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  • Mónica SamWorld
    5.0 out of 5 stars Preciosa novela romántica gay
    Reviewed in Spain on February 17, 2019
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    Es lo primero que leo de esta autora, no tiene nada publicado en español todavía pero espero que llegue a España pronto, porque su forma de escribir es maravillosa. Esta novela me ha llegado al corazón, es una historia romántica entre dos chicos que nace de manera inesperada y que es una sorpresa para ambos. Hay momentos duros, complicaciones en sus vidas, pero el amor entre ambos es tan sincero y fuerte que hace que no puedas dejar de leer. Es una historia preciosa, tierna y con unos protagonistas fantásticos. Estoy deseando leer más de esta escritora.
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  • Kindle Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Just WOW!
    Reviewed in Canada on July 8, 2024
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    This is one of the best written books I think I have read in years!
    The author has given Royal the talent of wordsmith, he inherited it from her. The coming together of these two souls will make you laugh and make you cry.
    It is obvious with reading that this story was Award Winning. A new author for my favorite list.
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  • rebekah grifiths
    5.0 out of 5 stars An MM romance for the books
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 20, 2024
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    Wow. Royal and Camden's story was beautiful. The unlikely romance between the closeted pianist and the swimmer jock who has only ever messed around with a woman starts off behind closed doors.

    Royal, with his twin sister Indie, and his supportive family, are unapologetically themselves. Letting his newfound best friend Kai in on his secret, he embarks on an epic journey of love in the halls of St. Peters College.

    Camden, the forgotten child. He came out to his therapist mother at 16, and was quickly ushered back into the closet. Timid, painful shy and unwilling to put Royal's future in jeopardy he agrees to see where their romance can go, as long as it's in the shadows.

    After Christmas break with Royal's family, they nothing have a newfound confidence in their step. Determined to be free from judgement Camden confronts his parents and Royal come sout to his team, with disastrous consequences. Can they make it through to the other side into a perfect symphony? Or will their love story be left unfinished, on a sheet of dusty music paper, left inside a closet never to be seen again?
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