Review: this book had me from page one
Rating: 4 out of 5
Date: 12 23, 2011
Ripped Apart was a gripping physiological thriller with a dash of romance.  This tale had me riveted from page one.  Minger's plot is filled with danger, suspense, lots of twists and a storyline you aren't sure to forget.The protagonist Clare Carson has a six year old son named Tyler. Tyler suffers from a heart defect, which will one day require surgery. When he stops breathing at the mall, he is rushed to the hospital.  Meanwhile, a bus load of kids on their way to camp are hit by a semi-truck. Two little boys die on the bus that day. One boy's parents donate his organs; the other's realize there has been a mistake.  The doctors are able to revive Tyler, and miraculously a heart is available.  I really liked Clare. She is one tough cookie and no one messes with her little boy. The tale that unfolds involves the drug cartel, a sexy, rugged, ex-militia man named Jake, two mothers who undeniably love their sons and a man who lives by greed and control.  The action and chase scenes were intense and genuine.  I couldn't put this book down.  The romance that develops between Jake and Clare is honest, heated and believable.I highly recommend Ripped Apart to fans of psychological thrillers and romance. This novel is currently available in eBook format.I want to thank the BookRooster team for providing this ARC in exchange for my unbiased review.