Review: Hearwrenching, raw, emotional and yet... a wonderful story about courage, strength, determination and love
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 01 9, 2014
First a disclaimer, do NOT read this book if you have not first read Destructive Silence.  This book picks right up where Book 1 left off and I even went back and re-read the last few chapters just to refresh the story.  The author, LU Ann, tells a story that is not very easy to read.  Between the two books she tackles the issues of domestic violence, sexual abuse of a child, infidelity, depression and suicide.  Lacey’s story really hits home for me, so perhaps I’m a little biased in my review.  My mom was a victim of domestic violence and I have struggled with depression since my teens.Lacey’s has had a rough life – she was sexually abused by an uncle, met and fell in love with a man who abused her on every possible level, had a mom that suffered with a debilitating injury that left her depressed.  She found herself pregnant and found the strength to do what is best for herself and her baby.  Although she felt unworthy of love and afraid to let anyone get closer to her for fear of getting hurt, she managed to let Devon in.  He slowly but surely made his way into her life and showed her that she was worthy, loveable, beautiful and special.  He showed his love not only to Lacey but also to her son, Evan.Lacey deals with more heartache in Destructive Choices; more than most human beings should ever have to endure, yet we all know that it’s a reality for so many.  There were times I just had to put the book down because the emotions it invoked were too much.  Other times it was great therapy.If you’re looking for a book with the HEA, you’re not going to get it… at least in this book.  I’m still holding out hope there will be one!  I highly recommend both Destructive Silence and Destructive Choices.  The author makes you feel the story, you know the characters, you feel their pain… and just maybe you’ll be able to recognize some of the issues from the characters of the book and help someone you know who is in need.Thank you, LU Ann, for writing this book and tackling such tough stories.