Review: An intense and emotional journey
Rating: 4 out of 5
Date: 03 3, 2014
Wow! This was such a powerful story of survival. I have to hand it to Shelly Pratt for delivering a gritty, edgy and dark emotional story while still keeping the main characters' developing romance in the forefront.I loved and admired Evie early on. She had a fire within her that Alex could not contain and it was that determination to find true happiness that drove her forward and allowed her to embrace what Grayson was offering. Grayson's story was touching too. I enjoyed seeing him so smitten with Evie. His pursuit of her was intense, yet he still managed to bring her comfort and understanding - two things that were lacking in her life.Through meaningful and emotional interactions, flirtatious banter and lustful encounters the author made sure that Evie and Grayson's connection deepened as the story progressed. Their connection was palpable and their chemistry explosive. I loved them together because each brought the best out of each other and gave one another what they had longed for through the years - to love and be loved completely, unconditionally and without judgement.My only complaint would be that I found that the conflict was wrapped up too easily. Everything fell into place too nicely for me to make it a viable resolution. However, Shelly Pratt's writing and her handling of the events that led to the resolution of the conflict made it easier for me to accept the outcome.In another note, kudos to Shelly Pratt for writing such a outstanding creepy villain. Alex was a horrible, despicable man but I did enjoy being in his head. Man, that man was sick in the head! I hated him, but couldn't wait to get into his head whenever the I had the chance.All in all, an intense and emotional journey about finding the strength within you to embrace the future that awaits you.