I have fallen completely in love with Ann Aguirre's new adult series! Even though these characters are young enough to be my children (sigh), Ms. Aguirre uses them to address universal themes to which we can all relate. I know what it's like to struggle with uncertainty, fear, and self-doubt in regards to myself and my relationships. I absolutely enjoyed watching Lauren and Rob, the main characters of AS LONG OF YOU LOVE ME, as they triumphed over their personal demons to embrace their happy ever after.

Following the events of the first book in the series, I Want It That Way, Lauren Barrett has returned to Sharon, Nebraska. Though embarrassed that she's back living with her mom after flunking out of college, she's happy to be back home. She loves her familiar small-town life. It also helps that she's now in close proximity to Rob Conrad, her best friend's brother and the boy she's had a crush on for as long as she can remember. Unfortunately, Rob is dating Avery and still sees Lauren as a second sister... or does he?

A former high school football star, Rob is frustrated by how others view him as physically strong but not particularly smart, definitely not as smart as his sister. When Lauren returns to town, he is drawn to her unfailing belief in all he has to offer the world. But, she's his sister's best friend and doesn't see him as boyfriend material. When Rob and Lauren start to see that there is more than friendship between them, their lives begin to change in unexpected and exciting ways.