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Just Remember to Breathe (Thompson Sisters Book 2) Kindle Edition

by Charles Sheehan-Miles (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.4 out of 5 stars 784 ratings
Top 50 Kindle Breakout Bestseller | #1 in German Kindle Store | #1 on Apple iTunes

Alex Thompson's life is following the script. A pre-law student at Columbia University, she's focused on her grades, her life and her future. The last thing she needs is to reconnect with the boy who broke her heart.

Dylan Paris comes home from Afghanistan severely injured and knows that the one thing he cannot do is drag Alex into the mess he's made of his life.

When Dylan and Alex are assigned to the same work study program and are forced to work side by side, they have to make new ground rules to keep from killing each other.

The only problem is, they keep breaking the rules.

The first rule is to never, ever talk about how they fell in love.

The Thompson Sisters

Just Remember to Breathe is book two of the new-adult contemporary fiction Thompson Sisters series.

What Bloggers and Readers Are Saying:

★★★★★ -- A heartwarming and emotional second chance romance standalone. The writing was truly breathtaking!!! -- Aestas Book Blog

★★★★★ -- 2012 Favorite. I was utterly and completely blown away by this book.

★★★★★ -- this one has impressed me twice with his ability to create strong, layered characters and solid relationships

★★★★★ -- a beautifully written story about guilt, regret, life changing situations, and trying to work through all of that for the sake of love and happy endings... My heart broke for Dylan... one of my new favourite authors. -- Kelly, Have Book Will Read

★★★★★ -- Overall this has become another one of my favorites in the NA genre. I would very highly recommend it. Seriously, check it out. Especially if you enjoyed Easy by Tammara Webber. -- YA Books of Witchcraft and Wizardry

★★★★★ -- I love, love, love an exceptional second chance romance story...One of my favorite types of hero is the man in uniform. I love all aspects of their personality - strength, protectiveness, pride, love of country, fierceness... an unforgettable read for me -- Alyssa, Hesperia Loves Books
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"Telling and heartfelt. Graceful. A romance novel written by a man, and... I loved it." - Maryse's Book Blog

★★★★★ -- A heartwarming and emotional second chance romance standalone. The writing was truly breathtaking!!! -- Aestas Book Blog

From the Author

Just Remember to Breathe was my fourth novel, and it was both the easiest and the hardest I'd ever written.  Easiest because the writing flowed quicker than anything I'd ever written before. But hardest, because it hit home in a lot of ways. The novel was inspired by my own first love, in a foreign country thousands of miles away a lifetime ago.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B009442XCQ
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Cincinnatus Press
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  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ January 15, 2014
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 659 KB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
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  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 281 pages
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0988273610
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  • Book 2 of 3 ‏ : ‎ Thompson Sisters
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Charles Sheehan-Miles has been a soldier, computer programmer, short-order cook and non-profit executive, and is the author of several fiction and non-fiction books, including the indie bestsellers Just Remember to Breathe and Republic: A Novel of America's Future. Charles and his partner Andrea Randall live and write together in South Hadley, Massachusetts.

Charles' books include:

The Thompson Sisters & Rachel's Peril

A Song for Julia

Falling Stars

Just Remember to Breathe

The Last Hour

Girl of Lies

Girl of Rage

Girl of Vengeance

America's Future

Republic

Insurgent

Other Books:

Prayer at Rumayla

Saving the World on $30 A Day

Find out more at http://www.sheehanmiles.com

You're also invited to join the Remember to Breathe Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/remembertobreathe/

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Customers praise this romance novel for its compelling storyline and beautiful portrayal of love and friendship, while also addressing poignant issues. The book is well-written and easy to read, with rich characters whose history helps readers connect with them. Customers find it captivating, with one review noting how it takes readers on a journey of heartache, and they appreciate how the author handles multiple perspectives and challenging topics.

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268 customers mention "Romance"250 positive18 negative

Customers enjoy the romance in this book, describing it as a beautiful story of love and friendship with a compelling and well-written storyline that addresses poignant issues.

"...and heart wrenching dialogue and interactions; and a storyline with enough emotional pull that you can feel the intensity of Alex and Dylan's love..." Read more

"...him to an academic path at Columbia would have enriched this wonderful story...." Read more

"...It is an amazing story and so well written. It is part of the Thompson Sisters series...each book is about a different sister...." Read more

"...The author brilliantly weaved the past and present into a seamless story. 3. I love Dylan. He is a great character and perfect male lead...." Read more

253 customers mention "Readability"248 positive5 negative

Customers find the book highly readable, describing it as a fabulous and fun read.

"...wonderful love story that makes you believe in the power and beauty of second chances...." Read more

"...Nothing was over the top or hard to believe and I think that's what I loved so much...." Read more

"...This book was a really good read, and I encourage you to pick up a copy." Read more

"...This book is an example of everything I look for in a good book. I love that I have another author to look forward to releasing books...." Read more

131 customers mention "Character development"124 positive7 negative

Customers appreciate the character development in the book, noting that the characters are rich and help readers connect with the story, with one customer mentioning how the author skillfully alternates between different perspectives.

"...With a cast of characters who are realistic, flawed, and easy to relate to; a mixture of humorous and heart wrenching dialogue and interactions;..." Read more

"...I think that really helped connect the characters with the readers and was done in a way that flowed and didn't confuse the reader...." Read more

"...shared experiences between Alex and Dylan and the secondary characters truly hooked me early on, and kept me turning pages and delving into a genre..." Read more

"...Ray Sherman was also a great character. He is an army buddy of Dylan's and also shows a great deal of support...." Read more

112 customers mention "Writing quality"101 positive11 negative

Customers praise the writing quality of the book, describing it as well-crafted and easy to read, with one customer noting its down-to-earth style.

"...With a cast of characters who are realistic, flawed, and easy to relate to; a mixture of humorous and heart wrenching dialogue and interactions;..." Read more

"...Overall this is a great, easy read that will bring you along an emotional journey of young love." Read more

"...It is an amazing story and so well written. It is part of the Thompson Sisters series...each book is about a different sister...." Read more

"...We see it when she stands up to her father. I love a strong female character. 6. I love that Dylan has a great friend named Sherman...." Read more

97 customers mention "Emotional content"90 positive7 negative

Customers appreciate the emotional depth of the book, describing it as heart-warming and making readers cry, with one customer noting it takes them on a journey of heartache.

"...characters who are realistic, flawed, and easy to relate to; a mixture of humorous and heart wrenching dialogue and interactions; and a storyline..." Read more

"...The story between Alex and Dylan is heartbreaking, passionate, and refreshing for a romance novel. What I loved:..." Read more

"...such as I am, or a significant other to one, this book explores the wildly ranging emotions, from love to rage, depression, etc, suffered by all..." Read more

"...The story was wrapped up nicely, it made me smile...." Read more

75 customers mention "Enthralling"75 positive0 negative

Customers find the book captivating and engaging, with turns that keep it interesting throughout.

"...There are definitely swoon worthy moments...." Read more

"...the alternating view points, going from Alex to Dylan; it made it all the more dynamic. I felt like I was a part of this story, not just a reader...." Read more

"...Just Remember to Breathe, is a fully rounded story, with so many life lessons, with twists, peaks, and valleys...." Read more

"First off, I will tell you I absolutely loved this book. I enjoyed this story immensely...." Read more

53 customers mention "Pacing"53 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the pacing of the book, which is told from both perspectives, with one customer noting how it tackles tough subjects and challenges readers to face their own demons.

"...storyline has enough drama, emotion, twists and turns that keeps the reader engaged and turning the pages...." Read more

"...and the secondary characters truly hooked me early on, and kept me turning pages and delving into a genre I can't say I would normally have..." Read more

"...You don't just complete me. You make me a better person...." Read more

"...1. I love that this book is written in alternating point of views. The main characters are Dylan and Alex...." Read more

26 customers mention "Author"26 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the author's intelligence and understanding, with one customer noting how effectively the author weaves past and present storylines, while another mentions the book's relevance to college and postgraduate readers.

"...She is mature and wise beyond her years. I really loved Dylan and how well he was portrayed...." Read more

"...7. I love that Sherman and Carrie get along so well. It makes me think that there could possibly be a story for them in the near future...." Read more

"...Their journey felt so real and honest together...." Read more

"...Alex is a very strong and mature heroine for her age, but she is not without her past sufferings...." Read more

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    5.0 out of 5 stars Just Remember To Breathe
    Reviewed in the United States on April 9, 2013
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    Just Remember To Breathe is a poignant love story about second chances that simply takes your breath away.

    Alexandra "Alex" Thompson and Dylan Paris met three years ago on an exchange student program trip to Israel. There was a mutual attraction at first sight even though they come from very different backgrounds and opposite sides of the country, but the trip would forever change their lives. For two years they had an on/off long distance relationship that encompassed Alex's senior year in high school and first year of college at Columbia University, and Dylan serving in the Army in Afghanistan. During Alex's first year at Columbia University, a misunderstanding occurs between Alex and Dylan during their Skype date, and it results in a break up that leaves both of them heartbroken and shattered. When the new school year starts, Dylan is a wounded veteran registered at Coulmbia, he and Alex unexpectedly meet again at a work study assignment, they try to avoid one another but they are still drawn to each other. With an intense past relationship that ended with two broken hearts, and personal demons between them, can Alex and Dylan find a way to give their love another chance?

    Author Charles Sheehan-Miles weaves an emotionally intense and gut wrenching love story that pulls at the heartstrings. Written in the first person narrative in the present time with flashbacks to the past; with chapters alternating between the point of view of Alex Thompson and Dylan Paris; and richly descriptive settings in Israel, New York, Afghanistan and San Francisco; the reader gets swept away in a powerfully intense and palpable story about the complicated love relationship between two young adults from very different worlds.

    This intriguing story flows seamlessly as the reader connects with both Alex and Dylan as their story unfolds. You can't help but get drawn into their lives as Alex and Dylan gives the reader their perspective on the ups and downs of their relationship. This multi-layered storyline has enough drama, emotion, twists and turns that keeps the reader engaged and turning the pages. I loved that the storyline has Alex and Dylan dealing with various issues in their relationship: opposite attraction; different upbringing / rich v poor; alcoholism, drugs, rape; and devastating war injuries including PTSD and Brain Injury. The author does a wonderful job of providing flashbacks into their past history along with the present and other events that eventually lead up to a satisfying and sweet romantic ending.

    With a cast of characters who are realistic, flawed, and easy to relate to; a mixture of humorous and heart wrenching dialogue and interactions; and a storyline with enough emotional pull that you can feel the intensity of Alex and Dylan's love and agonizing turmoil in their relationship; Just Remember To Breathe is a wonderful love story that makes you believe in the power and beauty of second chances.

    Just Remember To Breathe is the first book in the Thompson Sisters series. While this book can be a stand alone read, to fully appreciate the Thompson sisters' stories, I would suggest you read the series in sequential order.
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  • TaraP813
    4.0 out of 5 stars Captivating and Addictive
    Reviewed in the United States on November 14, 2012
    Format: KindleVerified Purchase
    This book was so easy to read I couldn't put it down and read it in one night. The emotions are so raw and real that I felt what the characters were feeling. Everything in this book is true to life and brought memories back for me. Nothing was over the top or hard to believe and I think that's what I loved so much. The story between Alex and Dylan is heartbreaking, passionate, and refreshing for a romance novel.

    What I loved:

    I loved Alex and the development of her character. I could see part of myself in her and I love that she doesn't make stupid rash decisions that I want to yell at her about. She reacts the way most people would react to the situations she faces. She is mature and wise beyond her years.

    I really loved Dylan and how well he was portrayed. As someone who has dated a veteran in the past who suffered from PTSD, Dylan's story really hit home. There wasn't anything exaggerated or sensationalized. He is like most of our young men coming home from war and it really hit home for me. His thought process and the things he was a part of and witnessed in the "boonies" as he called it was illustrated so well. I loved his description of his physical therapist and the relationship they had.

    I loved the changing POV's throughout the chapters. I think that really helped connect the characters with the readers and was done in a way that flowed and didn't confuse the reader. Well done!

    The supporting characters, friends and family were great and really added to the realness of the book.

    LOVED the emails because it gave you a glimpse of their mindsets during the breakup.

    Why I didn't give this book 5 stars:

    There were several grammatical errors. The ones that bothered me the most were that Alex Thompson was referred to as Alex Thomas several times. Her last name was screwed up in the writing. That drove me crazy!

    I almost wish we knew more at the end or there was an epilogue. There is definitely closure, but I think the book just sort of ended and I found myself saying, really? What happened next?! How did she feel at the end?! I wanted more, which is always a good sign!

    Overall this is a great, easy read that will bring you along an emotional journey of young love.
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  • lou.mtz
    5.0 out of 5 stars Un "must read"
    Reviewed in France on January 7, 2013
    Format: PaperbackVerified Purchase
    Si vous aimez les livres qui vous font rire et pleurez, qui vous émeuvent des jours durant, qui vous permettent de vous évader, alors ce livre est fait pour vous !

    C'est vrai que le sujet est peu banal (les séquelles physiques et psychologiques des vétérans), mais l'histoire est si bien écrite que l'on se prend vite au jeu.

    Alex et Dylan vous entrainent au fil des pages, et les quelques 275 pages ont défilées avant que l'on ne s'en soit rendu compte.

    Des caractères justes, un sujet emblématique et une belle histoire d'amour. Quelques pages de bonheur !
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  • D Gummeson
    5.0 out of 5 stars AWESOME!
    Reviewed in Canada on July 7, 2013
    Format: KindleVerified Purchase
    Just finished reading "Just Remember to Breathe" and have to say it was one of th best e-books I've read in a long time.
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  • javelinx
    5.0 out of 5 stars Zutiefst bewegend
    Reviewed in Germany on November 23, 2012
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    Alex Thompson, Tochter eines Karriere-Diplomaten, hat ihren Lebensweg bis ins kleinste Detail vor sich: Jura-Studium an der Universität von Columbia, in die Fußstapfen ihres Vaters treten, von den Eltern überwacht auf Schritt und Tritt. Als sie kurz vor Semesterbeginn eine Absage für ihren sicher geglaubten Uni-Nebenerwerbs-Job bekommt und über Nacht als Assistentin eines Literaturprofessors arbeiten soll, ahnt sie nicht, dass ihr ausgerechnet der eine Mensch dort begegnen wird, den sie nie wiedersehen wollte...

    Die Story beginnt zunächst wie die meisten anderen YA-Liebesgeschichten, wo es an der Uni zu einer unerwarteten Begegnung mit weitreichenden Folgen kommt. Schnell entfernt sich der Plot jedoch vom gängigen Muster, und nicht nur durch den ungewöhnlichen Ort der ersten Begegnung der beiden Hauptfiguren macht der Plot auf sich aufmerksam. Aus der Ich-Perspektive der beiden Hauptfiguren erzählt, wird in zwei Zeitlinien zum einen die turbulente Vorgeschichte der beiden erzählt und wie sich ihre Geschichte vor diesem Hintergrund weiterentwickelt. Dabei geht es nicht um irgendwelche oberflächliche Problemchen, sondern um eine knallharte und sehr bewegende Geschichte.

    Dylan Paris, den Alex wiedertrifft, ist verwundet und zutiefst traumatisiert aus dem Afghanistan-Einsatz zurückgekehrt und hat mit gerade mal 20 Jahren schon so viel hinter sich, dass es fast unmöglich scheint, dass er jemals zu einer Art Normalität zurückkehren könnte. Als hätte er daran nicht schon genug zu tragen, haben er und Alex eine Vergangenheit, die es beiden schwer macht, sich wieder zu öffnen, während sie gleichzeitig dazu gezwungen sind, miteinander zu arbeiten und auszukommen. Neben dem überragend in Szene gesetzten jungen Veteranen Dylan macht auch Alex eine bemerkenswert gute Figur; sie ist alles andere als eine verwöhnte High-Society-Tochter aus gutem Hause, sondern kämpft mit ihren eigenen schlimmen Erlebnissen und dem erstickenden Erwartungsdruck ihrer Familie, die sie gar nicht mehr als Person wahrnimmt, sondern nur ihre Rolle sieht, die sie erfüllen soll, egal wie mies es ihre dabei geht.

    Diese überragende Liebesgeschichte geht in die Tiefe, ohne dabei rührselig oder dramatisierend zu wirken. Dylan ist ein Held, der einem unter die Haut geht, und das Schicksal der Afghanistan-Veteranen stimmt einen noch nachdenklich, wenn man das eBook schon lange fertig gelesen hat. Beim Lesen wird einem erst so richtig bewusst, dass es viele junge Leute gibt, die arglos und auch aus materieller Not in den Krieg ziehen, ohne jede Ahnung, was sie erwartet, und ihr Leben jeden Tag aufs Spiel setzen. Selbst wenn sie überleben, können sie nicht in ihr altes Leben zurück, und die Öffentlichkeit würdigt die Opfer überhaupt nicht. Mit welchem verzweifelten Mut Dylan damit umgeht, ist stark in Szene gesetzt, nur noch übertroffen von einer der schönsten und ungewöhnlichsten Liebeserklärungen, die ich jemals gelesen habe.

    Wer eine Liebesgeschichte mit Tiefgang lesen will - und das von einem männlichen Autor - , sollte sich die Geschichte von Alex und Dylan nicht entgehen lassen.
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  • BevUK
    5.0 out of 5 stars Profound
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 12, 2012
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    Yep, this one is PROFOUND! I had this on my TBR list for a while and wasn't sure whether to read it or not. Well I am kicking myself that I waited so long. 2 days after finishing the book (and the 2nd in the series which I downloaded and started right after finishing this one) I can't move on. It's (they both) are on my mind so much.

    The writing is amazing, I really love the alternating POV's too and the switch between the two is seamless. I highlighted so many passages in this book it's more highlights than not, one that keeps on coming back to me :

    "When I'm ninety, I want you to tell me that it's my turn to ask you a question, and if that miracle ahappens, then my question is going to be, "Do you still love e? and I hope the answer will still be yes".

    I had no idea just how our forces can be/are affected by events they go through fighting for the countries, and whilst I have always had the utmost respect for them after reading this I am in total AWE, they truly are heros.

    I LOVED this book and it's on my all-time favourites list and will stay with me for a long, long time. The title is apt - at times reading it I had to remember to breathe! Mr Sheehan-Miles I sure hope you will not keep us waiting too long for MORE, you are brilliant at what you do and I am waiting with baited breath for the next one (and the ones after that!).
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  • Valerie
    3.0 out of 5 stars Three Stars
    Reviewed in Canada on January 5, 2018
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    Good read
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