Review: A Traumatic, Dark, Surprising & Sensual Story
Rating: 4 out of 5
Date: 01 7, 2014
My Thoughts:I am a huge fan of Jessica Sorensen's.  The Coincidence of Callie & Kayden, The Redemption of Callie & Kayden, and Breaking Nova were all superb.  One thing I have come to learn about Ms. Sorensen's stories is that they often times break my heart, and make me go through a lot of heartache.  This is because her characters are always so broken, and damaged by horrible life circumstances.  I become attached to her characters, because they leap right of the page for me.  They feel so real, and that's the magic of Ms. Sorensen's writing.  She knows how to hook her audience, keep their attention, and completely mesmerize them with unforgettable characters, and a plot line that is always filled with crazy twists and turns, along with a dreaded cliffhanger!  However, I still continue to read her stories, because they always touch my heart, make me feel a ton of emotion, and stand out from the masses.The Destiny of Luke and Violet was everything that I had hoped for.  I've been dying to get my hands on Luke's story, ever since I was introduced to him in The Coincidence of Callie & Kayden.  Right away I became attached to his character.  I thought he was a very loyal and amazing friend to Kayden, and Callie as well when he got to know her.  I picked up on the weird vibe between him and his mother, and it was obvious that he was dealing with a lot of his own inner conflict as well.  I wanted to learn more about his childhood, and his life, because he was such a mysterious character to me.  Also, I really wanted him to get his own "happily ever after."However, until I read this installment of Luke's story, I had absolutely no idea how horrible his life had been growing up, and all the issues that he had to deal with.  Then, I really got to know Violet (Callie's dorm roommate,) and let me tell you her issue's were just as horrific as his.  These two character's were very traumatized, broken, and emotionally stunted.  Violet experienced a horrific event at a young age, and never stopped being plagued by nightmares.  She was also bounced around from foster home to foster home her whole life, and suffered ridicule, abuse, and isolation at the hands of those that were entrusted with her care.  She didn't have family, friends, or anyone that she could count on.  She was an adrenaline junkie who oftentimes put herself in extreme danger so that she could stop feeling the deep emotional pain within her.  Luke had a traumatic childhood in which he dealt with a sick and twisted mother, and an absentee father.  He didn't do relationships, and his only real friend was Kayden.  He had anger issues from the deep rooted trauma of his childhood, and he chose to deal with them through drinking excessive amounts of alcohol, and having meaningless sex with strangers.  Things change for Violet and Luke one night when their paths cross, and things are never the same for either of them, ever again.Wow, this story was very heavy, dark, and traumatic.  I really felt like I got to know Violet and Luke on a deep level.  These two characters were multilayered and realistic.  Ms. Sorensen did a phenomenal job in the portrayal of the horrors that occur in the foster system, as well as those that occur with excessive drug, and alcohol abuse. The love scenes between Violet and Luke were very emotional and sensual.  The ending had a horrible twist!  Talk about a cliffhanger!  Now, I'm needing to get my hands on Violet and Luke's sequel!  I want to see how their story ends, and am hoping these two can catch a break, and get the happily ever after that they both deserve.My Rating:I give The Destiny of Violet & Luke by Jessica Sorensen, 4 Traumatic, Dark, Surprising, and Sensual Stars!  If you enjoy dark stories with realistic characters, angst, and real life issues, you will enjoy this one.  If you are a fan of Ms. Sorensen, you will enjoy Violet and Luke's story immensely!  One thing is for certain, the characters and plot from The Destiny of Violet & Luke, make for an unforgettable story, that will deeply effect your emotions, and have you rooting for these two underdogs to find peace, love, and happiness in their lives.My Favorite Quotes:"I remember being loved.  God, I hate remembering that.  It hurts so bad, knowing I had it once.  It'd be better if I never knew what it felt like to know someone cared about me enough to never let anything hurt me, because I couldn't feel the ache over something I never had."  (eARC, Loc. 3107)~Violet"It's about her.  It's all about her.  Every movement, every breath, the way my heart beats fiercely in my chest, is all because of her.  Violet owns me."  (eARC, Loc. 4100)~Luke*To Read More Reviews, Visit A Bookish Escape!