The Unfinished Line

4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars | 1,118 ratings

Price: 21.83

Last update: 12-24-2024


About this item

Jen Lyon, award-winning author of The Senator’s Wife, brings another intricately woven world of nuanced characters, solidifying herself as a skilled storyteller of women’s fiction.

When Kameryn Kingsbury lands one of the most coveted roles in cinema history, she’s certain it’s the most monumental thing that’s ever happened to her—until a twist of fate introduces her to Dillon Sinclair.

Dillon is unlike anyone Kam has ever met: bold, certain of herself, and fiercely driven by an ambition that has skyrocketed her to the top of her career. A famed British triathlete who remains on a quest to secure the one accolade she’s yet to achieve: an Olympic gold medal.

The connection between the two women is intense and unexpected, challenging Kam’s understanding of herself as she’s drawn into a relationship with Dillon. From the Hawaiian islands to the Santa Monica Pier, to the tropical paradise of the Keys, and the tranquil coast of Wales, a love story begins to unfold.

But when Dillon’s turbulent past collides with Kam’s overnight fame, the challenges escalate and the pressure of the relationship is heightened.

The Unfinished Line unravels a heartachingly beautiful story set amidst the arduous world of elite sports and the unrelenting limelight of Hollywood. Dillon and Kam’s journey explores the power of love, the sacrifices made to achieve success, and the dangers of reaching for perfection.

Content warning: This book contains topics and themes some listeners may find difficult, including struggles with mental health, discussions of suicide, and references to past sexual trauma.


Top reviews from the United States

Firefly 99
5.0 out of 5 stars Five star book but.....
Reviewed in the United States on November 28, 2024
First of all the cover attracted me right away as did the cycling parts of the story. I read all the reviews and almost didn't buy this book. Have never read this author's work before. All the other reviewers had it right - if you are looking for a light romance with some spicy sex this is so not the book for you. It is a beautiful, complicated, frustratingly sad book that tackles a very serious subject matter. Author somehow manages to give us a beautiful love story between two great characters that spans years. Both characters were very deeply fleshed out. I knew going in that I probably would not like the ending but thankfully there were two different endings which when you read it will make total sense. The second ending is why I gave it 5 stars but I do agree that first ending was probably more accurate. If only everyone out there that battles these same issues would reach out and get help there would be less sadness in the world. I am adult enough to realize that even with help sometimes people don't get a happy ending though. It has been a week since I finished this book and I am still thinking about it so I guess the author accomplished what she may have set out to do which is bring more exposure to mental health awareness. I would normally say buy it you won't be disappointed but do as I did and read other reviews first as it is not a light HEA book. It is a sweet, sometimes happy, sometimes sad, love story that is very real and very nicely done.
AmandaB
5.0 out of 5 stars This book WRECKED me
Reviewed in the United States on November 2, 2024
Wow! I mean just, WOW! This book was thoroughly enjoyable from the very beginning. It’s an incredibly sweet, slow, satisfying burn. The plot was solid, the dialogue wonderfully high quality, the flirting delightful! It was humorous, witty, engaging and achingly beautiful.

The ending gets rough, but just hold on and keep reading. I promise it’s worth it. See more below.

*** Vague SPOILERS hereafter ***

The Act 1 ending DESTROYED me! I was so invested in these characters, their relationships and their love, I had an intense autonomic response. As I read the first two pages of the first act my heart raced, dread engulfed me, a terrible sickening heat spread through my chest, it became difficult to breath and I began bawling uncontrollably as I sat in bed next to my sleeping wife.

I couldn’t handle it, I began skipping forward, reading only one to two sentences per page, desperate to find it was only a terrible nightmare that Kam was having. My hands shook with every turn of the page and I cried continuously.

By the time I discovered that there was an act 2, I was almost inconsolable. After ensuring that this was truly an alternate ending, I decided to go back and do a thorough read of act one, but now I wish I hadn’t. It was so raw, so real, so blindingly heartbreaking. Even now, the next day, my throat is constricted with grief and my tears fall freely as I write this.

Act 2 is almost not enough to ease the pain in act 1. Don’t get me wrong, all of my 27 hats off to the author. The excruciating pain of act 1 is a testament to her talent and ability. But again, I’m totally wrecked by it. Also, I agonized over the last sentence of the book. It left me questioning which ending was real which was unacceptable to me. But the authors note helped.

I am indescribably grateful that she wrote act 2. I probably would’ve bought a hard copy of the book just so I could burn it if she hadn’t. As it is, I’ll probably buy a hard copy, rip out Act 1 and then reread it a thousand times, then read several happy, light hearted Gerri Hills in an attempt to mend my broken heart.

Beautiful work. I’ve never been this affected by a book. I don’t know if I should say “thank you” or “get bent”. But I’ll lean to the former because of act 2.
M. S. Smith
5.0 out of 5 stars A must read!
Reviewed in the United States on October 27, 2024
Another well written book by Ms. Lyon. She pulls you in from the start with a story that takes you around the world ????, The engaging and fresh characters are often funny and always entertaining, in a deeply moving tale. I for one hope we see more of the intriguing Kam-Kameryn.... and perhaps Dillion too...
Oh, and if you haven't read The Senator's Wife, what are you waiting for?!
Danyelle Jefferson
5.0 out of 5 stars Such an incredibly powerful story
Reviewed in the United States on November 14, 2024
This story and the characters truly captured my heart and took me through all the emotions. So beautifully told and takes you on the journey of sexual awakening, loss, chasing our dreams, and harsh realities . It truly had me in tears.
L. R. Waring
4.0 out of 5 stars hummm…this one will stay with you for awhile.
Reviewed in the United States on November 2, 2024
Things I hated: the castle scenario; the darkness, however well written it was, it was chilling and terrifying; the loss, that there was really no re-write and there never is, what is over, is over.

Things I loved: the way Jen Lyon writes, her ability to tell a story, her character development, the way she draws you in and makes you care. She also makes you think. Her use of language, the situations in which she puts her characters, and finally, the feelings she leaves you with in the end. This is definitely a book that you will be thinking about long after the final paragraph.
S J W
5.0 out of 5 stars Engaging and emotional
Reviewed in the United States on October 1, 2024
Biggest take away, you NEED to read this book.
It should not be limited by a genre. To do so would be a huge injustice to the work.
It takes a lot to elicit actual emotion from me these days with a book. But this one hit all the points. Real, honest, tragic, and celebratory all wrapped into a nice package
You will smile, you will laugh, it will draw you to anger, and it will make you cry.
Lyon isn't afraid to hit on some tough topics.

No slow lulls. It's engaging throughout:
villains and friends, failure and redemption.
It truly is a story of love. Love in every regard:
love's successes and love's failures, love of your sport, love of the job, the love of best friends, the deep love between souls, and all
of the fight, fear, anguish and triumph that accompanies such matters of the heart
Read it. You will thank her for it after.
Amazon Customer
5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic!
Reviewed in the United States on November 10, 2024
Another brilliant book by Jen Lyon! As with her other books, it’s so well written, entertaining, and interesting, you don’t want to put it down. The MCs are both wonderful, yet flawed (real), characters who you get to go on the ride with them as they grow.

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