Our lives are filled with moments… Some that define us, and some that change us.
Madison Kennedy has been running from her past for years. She never thought any man could love her after Richard spent years tearing her down.
Then she met Cole…
Cole Walker did the unthinkable to protect his family, and has been carrying his secret deep inside himself since he was a teen.
What happens when the one we love pushes us to open those long buried fears? Will it make us stronger? Will it break us farther? Will we fight for the future we deserve?
Can Cole convince Maddie that she’s worth saving, or will fear step in and cause her to run? Find out in Saving Us.
Saving Us
picks up where Irreparably Broken left off. Maddie is struggling with
the aftermath of Richard reappearing and attempting to wreak havoc on her life.
Maddie ultimately blames herself. She feels that by being around Cole and the
others made them targets for Richards’s attacks. I love Maddie’s character and
in this book she is at a crossroads in her life. She can either allow Richard
to win or she can fight back and take control of her life. I am glad that she
chooses to fight. That girl needs happiness.
We find out
more about Cole’s past in this book. In the first book we could piece together
what we thought had happened but in this one the author gives us the story. Cole
had a hellish upbringing at the hands of his father. When you find out what
Cole did, you understand why he did it. He had to save his family, even if it
meant he went down for it. When we learn
about Cole’s past we are given glimpses at Wes’. He and Cole have been through
a lot together and it is good to finally find out more about them. The new
addition of Cole’s sister Angela to the mix, is setting up a storyline that I
can not wait to read.
D’Agostino
proves again that she knows what she is doing when it comes to writing compelling
romances. I look forward to reading more books from this author.
5 out of 5 Stars!!!
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Get caught up with the series......Irreparably Broken, Book 1
Madison Kennedy has always seen herself as damaged goods. Her ex-boyfriend, Richard, told her on a daily basis that she was worthless. After a tumultuous three year relationship, Maddie finally decided to leave behind the bruises and hurtful words only to find herself scared and alone. Five years have passed, and it still seems like yesterday.
Cole Walker grew up in a household where it was okay to hit. His father used him, his mother, and sister as punching bags when he didn’t get his way. Cole learned early on that life wasn’t always fair. Aside from his best friend, Wes, no one knew his deepest secrets. He thought he’d never escape the nightmare until one day he decided to fight back.
After several chance encounters, Cole and Maddie realize they have more in common than either one could have guessed, but both are afraid that if they open up they’ll scare the other away. Can two broken individuals find peace with each other? Can love heal a cracked soul? Will Cole’s secret past ultimately drive Maddie away?
This isn't your typical damsel in distress story. This is about a woman who was broken by the man she thought she loved and put back together by the man she really loves. This book tackles the true effects that abuse has on a person. They are forever changed and the author shows that in Maddie's character. Maggie is hesitant to begin a romance with Cole. She fears that all men will hurt her. Her fear is relevant and understandable. Cole understands why she is hesitant. His pass left him broken too. He knows that together they can piece together the broken pieces and find true happiness together. I loved reading about Cole’s devotion to Maddie. He wants her to enjoy life and to never be scared again. You can tell that he truly loves her.
D'Agostino brings a realism to the story. You feel the pain that characters are feeling. The author brings an understanding to the characters story. I have read this type of book before and I felt that previous attempts were half assed. D’Agostino takes the story to another level. For those who have experience violence in their lives, you know that Maddie’s reactions are on point. When Maddie goes out in public and is always on edge that is a true feeling of those who have been abused. Her hesitation to begin a relationship with Cole is true. That is what makes this a good story. You know that the author has done their homework to create a story that is worth reading.
The villain is of course Maddie’s ex, Richard. This guy is villain personified because he torments her through gifts, letters and memories. Some villains in books you have a love/hate relationship with. Richard, you just plain hate him. He is manipulative and violent.
The author does a wonderful job in creating a story that will take the reader on an emotional ride. It is highly recommended but be warned, this book does end in a cliffhanger.
4 out of 5 Stars!!!
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Amazon bestselling author of the Second Chances series and the Shattered Trilogy, Heather D’Agostino writes contemporary and new adult romance set in Boston, New York, and North Carolina. Heather has always enjoyed creative writing, but never pursued it as a career option. Born and raised in Harrisburg, NC she received a BA in Elementary Education from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. After teaching for six years, she decided to leave the profession to be a stay-at-home mom. After finding the world of Fan Fiction, Heather decided to “get her feet wet” in the literary world. With much encouragement and inspiration from the Fan Fiction world, she made the decision to publish her work. Heather prides herself in the fact that her books have real life situations with believable characters. These characters could be your best friend or your next door neighbor. Her first book, Unbreak Me, has been welcomed with open arms into the self-published community giving her the encouragement needed to continue to pursue this dream. Heather currently lives in Syracuse, NY with her husband, two children, two dogs, and three cats. She enjoys spending time with her family, watching sports, and playing chauffeur for all her children’s activities. You can follow Heather at
www.facebook.com/H.DAgostino.Author or
http://hdagostinobooks.weeby.com
Bibliography:
The Second Chances series
Unbreak Me-book one
The Boy Next Door- book two
The One That Got Away-book three
Inside Out- book 3.5 a Second Chances Novella
Fallen From Grace- book 4
The Family Next Door –book 5
The Shattered Trilogy
Shattered (Shattered #1)
Restored (Shattered #2)
Renewed (Shattered #3)
Destined (Shattered #0.5) – Coming January 2015
Fated (Shattered #4 Cam & Avery) – Coming 2015
The Broken Series
Irreparably Broken (Broken #1)
Saving Us (Broken #2) – Coming 2015
The Witness Series
Being Nobody
Becoming Somebody
Standalones
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