Review: Broken Beauty -- Heartbreaking yet beautifully written!
Rating: 4 out of 5
Date: 11 22, 2013
Broken Beauty is the first in a series of novellas by Chloe Adams. The story centers on socialite Mia Abbott-Renou, and how she copes in the aftermath of being raped. The topic of rape is graphic and not something every person may be compelled to read about. With that being said, I highly recommend this book for all readers. I started the book cautiously, expecting to be emotionally demolished but in a matter of paragraphs was hooked and unable to put the book down until I finished.Mia faces a number of obstacles during Broken Beauty. Many of which were heart breaking to me. Yet she does what she can to continue on, and that’s something I found admirable about her character. I cannot wait to continue her journey in the next installment.The situation and story is written beautifully. I was blown away. Chloe Adams addresses the delicate subject of rape with such grace and finesse by balancing the harder moments against a character that has hope and is determined to not let rape destroy her. Details are effective yet subdued, creating enough emotion in the story when necessary without being distasteful for shock value. Anyone who has been in a situation similar to Mia’s, I feel, may find some sense of solace from this story. This novella is compelling and stays with you long after you’re finished reading it.