Synopsis
Love means loss.
Alana Jacobs knows that better than anyone. After witnessing an unspeakable act of violence, she is left alone and afraid in a group home in Langley. Then she meets Jackson “Jax” Cade. In each other, they find a purpose in life, an unbreakable bond that will withstand the test of time… until that tie is severed.
Some secrets are never meant to be kept.
Jax is willing to do anything to protect his best friend, no matter the cost. What he doesn’t realize is that Alana is willing to do the same. When the truth comes out, devastation follows. Leaving Alana wasn’t Jax’s decision, but saving her was.
Manipulation and deception go hand in hand.
Paul Randall is the master of exploitation, capable of crawling inside the mind of his victims with ease. He will go to any lengths to get what he wants, and what he wants is Alana Jacobs. Falling in love with your prey is a game changer, but old habits are hard to break.
Happiness always comes at a price.
Hearts will be broken and pain will be inevitable, but losing yourself is irreparable.
WARNING:
The characters in this story overcame horrific neglect and abuse, both mental and physical, and have taken extreme steps to survive during their journey through the darkness into the light.
Due to graphic content and mature subject matter (explicit language, acts of violence, sexual content, drug use, prostitution and sex-trafficking), this book should not be purchased by readers under the age of 18 or the faint of heart.
First off, I will say that I F'in LOVED Kira's series Satan's Rebels MC and this new series....this first book.... yeah...... - BLEW ME AWAY! Gah.... okay now my review.... as much as I can give without spoiling it...... eek!
Jax and Alana - their journey was not easy. It's apparent in the first few pages that their story will be a tough one to read about. It was gut wrenching! But - don't let that discourage you! Keep going. We have so many twists and turns that you will be doing what I did, holding my breath the entire ride. We see love, loss, hurt, betrayal, tragedy, and friendship and you will FEEL ALL THE FEELS in this one!
My heart ached HARD for Alana! I wished I could just reach into the story and pull her out! Was Alana strong? I am not sure.... Some will say yes.... In her own way, maybe. She was a lost - tortured soul. With very low self esteem. You will bare witness early on to what hand she was dealt and that will break your heart. As time goes on, Alana was grabbing onto what ever she could that would wash away all the memories and pain she was dealt. Was she victim to men in her life who used her for their advantage.....yes.
Jax - He was dealt a few bad hands in life too. A few choices early on landed him in hot trouble and thankfully, he came out a better man. He's a protector...a lover.....a best friend. He's ALL alpha! And I want him! When Jax and Alana's worlds finally collide - hang on for the ride!
It was like I was on one of those bungee cords while reading their story. Up and Down ...... Up and Down...... it was like I was dangling mid air - holding my breath - just waiting for the rope to break!
Their story doesn't focus too much on the MC side. Yes, they are there and they do handle things when needed. The story is more focused on our characters and their journey together. A journey of letting go...allowing yourself to love......and wishing for that HEA.
There were so many characters in this book that I hope get their story!
The ending - that I am sure so many will hate - was another HOLD MY BREATH moment. I actually sat there for a moment and then let the air out. I stopped reading for a second, shed some tears, then when I picked it back up.... I knew that was how their journey was to be. There were no flowers and rainbows.... they didn't have an easy ride.......and after crying over what they went through and where they ended up.... I was happy! Did these two get their HEA? That's for you to find out!
This book has jotted up to a Top Favorite for me. If you love an MC read and don't mind Gritty, Raw, Disturbing scenes. Click it up!
Please can I get book 2? =)
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