A Thousand Boy Kisses

It’s just a best

Will start reading it soon

Yep. Good read and good book. I cried a lot though. 😂

I read Raze last year and disliked it very much. Not my kind of read at all. So I didn't think I would be reading any of Cole's books again. But I gave in when I found out this was totally different. And to be honest...have you seen the cover?! The first chapter in, I thought I wasn't goint to like it. It's sometimes hard to look past our convictions but I'm so glad I kept reading. I'm glad I'm not a cryer too because I would probably have cried the whole time. This book is as heartbreaking as it is beautiful. So when I'm asked if I liked it or not, I don't know what to say. I hated it and I loved it all at the same time. Cole's words are powerful and gripping. I was stunned by the beauty of those words. I could go on and on as to why you should read it but why don't you just find out yourself? It's worth every minute of your time. And at the end of the day, I gave it a 5 special stars. Special as special they can be.

I forgot how many boxes of tissues were wasted on this

Really moving book, that made my heart to pieces. The very sweet prologue immediately gave me a big smile, but then, in each chapter, I found something that made me cry. Because the story of Poppy and Rune is, first of all, the story of an epic love, of an all-encompassing, infinite, eternal love. It is the quintessential love story and it becomes difficult for anyone to compare. The story of Poppy and Rune begins when, at the age of 5, he moves to America with his family. Rune is a grumpy child, sad to have left Norway, his home and friends, but he just needs to meet his new neighbor, a very sweet little girl with a muddy dress, to find out how nice it will be to stay in Georgia. But it will be at the age of 8, when they are now two inseparable best friends, that their most important adventure begins, that of a lifetime. Poppy, at the suggestion of her adored grandmother, will have to fill a jar with a thousand hearts, one for each kiss she will give and will be given. But only the special kisses, the ones that will almost make her heart explode, will have to be inserted to become her best memories. And that's where Rune comes in, because she can't let, now or ever, anyone else kiss her Poppymin. It will be he and only he who will give her all the thousand kisses she deserves, and even more. It is no secret that this is a difficult story to read, extremely intense and shocking. And it is also true that, given the topics covered, it is not a story for everyone. As many assumptions can be made, however, the plot doesn't reveal much and I won't either, because it would mean ruining the pleasure of reading for those who haven't done it yet. But I also understand those who would like to be prepared, so my advice is to inform you first, if you are not sure you can tackle a certain type of reading. In any case, it will be an intense read for everyone, for better or for worse, because it is impossible to remain indifferent to a story that releases love and pain, joy and sadness on every page. And if someone manages not to let himself be touched, then don't tell me how he does it, because living a book so intensely is the most beautiful joy of reading. The ending is definitely the sore point, what most disagreed with the readers. I didn't share some details, that's for sure, but I'm also convinced that it's the right ending. Anything else wouldn't have truly done justice to the great love between Poppy and Rune. You may like it or not, but Tillie Cole has managed not to disappoint and to be daring at the same time, she has made the easy decision, but also the most difficult one. And even if this reading has left me swollen eyes, the lump every time I think about it and has taken a part of my heart that I will never get back, it is a book that I would read again for the first time without any doubt. I want to remember all the kisses, all the sweet words, all the romantic gestures and it will always remain a special book, like only what special things can be. And finally my heart burst.

“And my heart almost burst”. Absolutely loved this! My first book by this author and it was wonderful. Friendship, love like no other, heartbreak. I cried so hard and truly loved every second. Poppy and Rune are both great, I loved their characters and the bond they share. I obviously knew it was a romance but I was not prepared to be so overwhelmed by such great love. Meeting when they’re 5, they have their first kiss at 8, cute kids just being cute kids, and then 999 kisses later. Oh my goodness. It was so beautifully written, and one that I know I will be able to return to in the future to read again and again. I enjoyed this one so much I’ll be bedazzling it for the trophy shelf. It deserves to be there! 10/10, highly recommended it. It’s a definite must read, and one that you definitely need tissues for.

So this is what it feels like to be broken into tiny, little pieces....Well done, Tillie Cole. Well done. I've learned during this read that I must be a masochist. That's the only explanation I have of why I would pick up a book that made every reader cry. Why I would continue reading after the first tears were spilled at only eleven pages in. But, as the masochist I am, I loved it. Despite the heartache, despite the pain this book caused, I couldn't and wouldn't stop. Honestly, it's not hard for books or movies to bring me to tears, but 'A Thousand Boy Kisses' by Tillie Cole was a whole new level. I cried for and with these fictional characters as if they were real people whom I know and love. I went fetal, wrecked by gut-wrenching sobs, drowning in my own tears. And yet, through the destruction of my heart, I felt love, hope and even happiness and joy. I was thrilled about the extra-ordinary love Poppy and Rune shared. I can't tell you much about the story without giving too much away. And I don't want that. Why should your heart break any less than mine? But what I can say is that despite all the sadness and tragedy, despite the pain and heart-ache, this book was nothing short of beautiful. It was life-affirming, sweet and while it wrecked havoc on my emotions, it was also heart-warming in its own way. Tillie Cole not only created characters whom I love, but she wrote a story of pure, intense and all-encompassing love. A love so deep and profound, it doesn't only change Poppy and Rune's life and who they are, but also touched and changed me too. Rune and Poppy meet when they are five and from that moment on they are inseparable. They are one. Instead of their love waning while growing up, it grows stronger, fiercer and deeper. And it's their love that carries them through, even when it's put to the biggest test. From the start of the book I was invested in their story. Rune and Poppy stole my heart. It's no easy feat to write characters in a way that makes me care about them so deeply. A way that allows fictional characters to have such a profound effect on my soul. Rune moves to Georgia from Norway with his parents at the age of five. Though solemn and broody, he is also incredibly sweet. Especially when it comes to Poppy. She's the one who brings out his lighter side and it was beautiful to witness. I loved the way he loved Poppy - completely, unapologetically, irrevocably. Even in his darkest moments, his love for Poppy shines. While being more closed off than Poppy, I still could feel every bit of the emotions churning inside of him. They consumed me along with him. Even thinking about it makes my eyes swim with tears. I've never broke down and fell apart alongside a character - until Rune. Beautiful, brooding Rune. I felt the same for Poppy. She is such a beautiful soul. Adventurous, optimistic and not only in love with Rune but with life. There wasn't a single thing about her I didn't love. She has a heart of gold, shedding light on anyone who comes in touch with her. No wonder Rune is so in love with her. She's gentle, kind and wise beyond her years. And she's able to reach Rune when noone else can. I admire her strength and ferocity. And I can't help but think that if I ever have to face any challenges similar to hers, I hope to do it with the grace and love she shows at all times. I dare you to read this and not fall in love with this amazing story. 6 as-special-as-special-can-be stars.