Review: My Personal Favorite!
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 07 13, 2013
Shattered is a story about Dallis, a strong, self-reliant woman trying to cope with her father's death, her mother's illness and eventual passing, and a boyfriend she doesn't want to marry, no matter how much him and other people bring up the topic.I fell in love with Shattered, because I was Dallis years ago. My father passed away when I was in my early twenties, and at the time I had a boyfriend...he was supportive, but him and I were like oil and vinegar, and we both wanted different things in life. I felt like I was falling out of love with him even before my father's passing, but due to the comfort and routine I needed at the time, I stayed (although the relationship ended months later).This story mirrored my emotions, of anger, confusion, pain, having walls built up and fearing if anything good happened, it would be taken away. It opened up old wounds, and at times, felt like salt was being poured into them.The ways Dallis heals is truly powerful (I won't spoil that for you, but have tissues handy!), and I healed right with her. And Grayson!! I love that man and wish for someone like him to come into my life. His patience and compassion moved me. Thank you, C.C. Brown, for a story that will stay with me for a long time, and for reminding me it's okay to be weak in order to be strong.