Review: You Promised Me Two Years Review
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 03 28, 2014
4 1/2 STARSThis m/m fantasy is an emotionally gripping and mesmerizing romantic read.  Tyler thought that all he would be doing was translating the messages of a prophet, but it doesn’t take long for him to realize that Connor needs more. He needs a friend and someone that understands him and the closer he gets to Connor the more he falls for him. Just as he thinks things will be okay, a new prophet arrives at school and turns their lives upside down. And Tyler can’t forget that the date for Connor’s prophesized death is getting closer and closer.This steady to fast paced plot keeps reader intrigued with suspense and romance. The author brings the story to life with well written words that encourage vivid images and make the reader feel as if they are part of the story.  The characters are strong, compelling and grab the reader’s attention from the very beginning.The relationship between Connor and Tyler builds slowly throughout the story as they get to know each other, but things are complicated by Connor’s status as a prophet and his looming prophesized death. The reader can’t help but get emotionally caught up in Connor’s story and empathize with all his emotional issues and Tyler captures the heart with his loyalty to his friend and all the emotional drama he has to handle to save Connor from himself.The story itself is quite unique with an intriguing concept that captures the imagination and keeps the reader engaged to throughout.  The antagonist angle adds lots of suspense and depth to the story and the characters are captivating and believable.I found this heartwarming and sweet romance to be an enjoyable read.  When I first started the book, I was a little worried that the dialogue would be a problem for me because of the way Connor talked (phrases that had a meaning). But to be honest, the author worked it into the story so smoothly that there was no problem, there was no confusion and it enhanced the story, especially toward Connor’s emotional wellbeing.