Marcy’s still reeling from the decision Brad made. Even though she realizes it’s for the best, it doesn’t mean she has accepted it entirely. Liam finally receives the revenge he’s wanted for the past eleven years and wants nothing more than to move on with his life with Marcy. After an informative therapy session with her psychiatrist, Dr. Bengali,and his warnings of concern about Marcy’s … continuing nightmares,Liam rushes from the doctor’s office, becoming ill. Dr. Bengali feels it will bebeneficial to use the rest of Marcy’s appointment time to speak with Liamprivately, and she agrees. After their private discussion, and on the adviceof Dr. Bengali, Liam opens up to Marcy in a way he never has before.He refuses to leave her side. Eventually, Marcy’s nightmares come to a head, and the effects are shattering. Liam makes a decision that devastates their lives and turns Marcy’s world upside down. Choices are made, and Brad and Marcy meet again; however, they receive more shocking news.
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Agony and Ecstasy by Linda Burson is he third book in the Marcy series. This series really must be read in order as the story is a continuation from one book to another.
With nightmares still in full force and reeling from the decision Brad made Marcy seeks more professional help. The session leads to more secrets being revealed between Marcy and Liam.
With yet more decisions looming and meeting with Brad the uneasy path Marcy was finding herself on suddenly doesn’t seem quite so settled.
Another fantastic addition to an already great series. I really do think to fully appreciate this series they need to be read in order. The story takes you on a brilliant journey in which you become fully immersed in the lives of these characters. With each book I read I love them more and cannot wait to delve back into their lives. I cannot say much about the story without giving too much away. All I can say is bring on book four.
Agony & Ecstasy is the third book in The Marcy Series by Linda Burson. When I first started this series, I wasn’t sure how it was going to go. The first book had a slow start, but now I am hooked! Even though I often want to throw my Kindle across the room while reading it, I can’t stop…I simply must know how it turns out. As the title explains, book three is the most heart-wrenching part of the story thus far. It is highly recommended that you read the previous books before you read this one. These are not meant to be standalone books.
Marcy is still trying to figure out what is going on with her nightmares. She could remember the previous set of nightmares she was having, but these new nightmares leave her wondering when she wakes up; she can’t seem to recall what they are about. As she continues with her therapy, things start coming to the surface. During one session the doctor invites Liam into the office and things start to unravel.
Liam makes a major decision that changes everything. Still reeling from the decision, Marcy meets Brad again and he is a great support to her, but as they think things are smoothing out, shocking news is revealed that threatens to leave Marcy alone to fight her demons on her own.
As irritated as I get with the characters sometimes, ok, most of the time, this series has me by the brain. It illustrates just how strong our subconscious mind is and how much it can control our lives and motivate us to make hasty decisions that not only destroy our own life, but the lives of others. Even though these stories are fiction, they do remind us that not everything is as it seems. People who have been traumatized often have odd behaviors and make decisions that those without trauma wouldn’t make and often don’t understand.
Ok here we go. Agony and Ecstasy is the third book in the Marcy Series. Will it be the last? With that ending I certainly hope not!
Here’s what causes Marcy’s rage, confusion, agony AND ecstasy!
“My life seems to be running in slow motion, and I can’t speed it up no matter what I do. I still think of Brad all the time, but I’m not missing him the way I’m missing Liam. Isn’t that interesting?”
To me this story had more agony than ecstasy. I just can’t like Brad. Everyone else does, Marcy, her friends, her parents, maybe even Linda Burson herself. I really am trying. I was #teamliam all through book 2 but this time he makes some choices and does some things that makes me wonder just what is really going on.
I can tell you this author likes twists! Major twist at the half way mark, another twist before the wedding, minor twist at the wedding, twist with Liam and Marcy, twist with Brad and Marcy. Can you understand the main character’s confusion? agony?
This story had good writing as the first two books did. This story focuses on Marcy’s confusion about loving these two great men. This story has a bittersweet happy ending but I didn’t like it…remember I am #teamliam. I felt no closure with this ending so let’s see what Burson can bring in the next book
This melodramatic tale that entwines three exceptional characters comes to a stunning conclusion in Agony and Ecstasy. The quality in which Linda Burson has written this mesmerizing series is captivating and never lacks intensity. This high energy reading experience will be hard to beat.
For Marcy, Liam and Brad, the rollercoaster that is life seems to be on a continuous loop, with no hint of it ever calming down. There were a lot of nail biting moments, and a lot of tears shed. A thoroughly absorbing escape from reality that left quite a profound impression.
This book and series is truly a fabulous read, and one I can highly praise. 5 stars.
Agony And Ecstasy is the third book in the Marcy series by Linda Burson and continues on where the second book ended. This book is the culmination of everything coming to a head. Freedom is scary, revenge is ripe and sweet, devastation takes its toll and finally nightmares are finally revealed in full. Love is lost, happiness turns into heartbreak. Agony finds happiness and a broken heart may mend. This story has many many many highs and lows and lots of confusion, tears and sorrow, but there is also laughter and surprises.
It is a story of three peoples hopes and dreams and unimaginable love. It is also a story about dealing with a past that would destroy even the strongest of us and dealing with the complications of that past to try and find a way to the future.
Agony and Ecstasy is Book 3 in The Marcy Series by Linda Burson. The series should be read in order to follow the lives of the characters. Marcy is one of the main characters and she has been through a lot of heartbreak and fear in her life. There were 2 men in her life Brad and Liam. Both of which were engaged to Marcy and one point.
Marcy has nightmares which start with her not remembering them. Little by little she starts to remember certain things. She’s in a very fragile state and then to top things off, she finds out that Liam, the man she loves…the man she plans to marry has some secrets of his own.
Marcy needs to choose which man she will end up with. Brad…Liam…Who knows!
This book has a lot of suspense and twists you won’t see coming.
I thought the book was written well however, I felt like there were things thrown in that weren’t needed like the author had to meet a word count. The book was fairly long so I know that can’t be the case. I did enjoy reading this book and I’m sure you will too. Please be sure to read the books in order
5 Stars
Agony and Ecstasy is the intriguing third book in the Marcy Series by Linda Burson. The story continues from book two, so I would recommend reading the first two books before beginning this one. The more this story evolves, the more I am realising how well thought out the entire bridging storyline is. Ms. Burson has infused her story with a lot of suspense, drama, dilemmas, emotion, humour, complex characters in complicated relationships and interactions, and quite a few surprises/surprising developments.
Ms. Burson really writes well, pulling you into the story and keeping you hooked right through to the end. I laughed, cried and got lost in this fabulous story. For me, that is the sign of a skilled writer. I have really enjoyed this series so far, but this is definitely my favourite to date.
The story has a great pace and is easy to read, it evolves beautifully and unexpectedly the further into the story/series I go. The characters have also developed and evolved along with the storyline. They tell an intriguing and very believable tale that I can’t wait to continue in the next book. Marcy, Brad and Liam have been through a lot and in this story, they continue to deal with nightmares, therapy sessions, making major decisions, dealing with shocking revelations, and more.
All this awaits in this awesome read! Bring on the next book!
Thank you, Ms. Burson!
Agony and Ecstasy (The Marcy Series Book 3) by Linda Burson is the third book in her The Marcy series. I highly suggest that you read the previous books in this series in order to get the full effect of this story. Situations that have happened in the first two books are referenced and some of the characters are the same throughout. This story picks up where the last two left off but this one has a focus on Marcy and her relationships with Liam and Brad. Once again these characters took me on an emotional roller coaster ride that I couldn’t put down until the last page. Marcy is faced with making a decision between Liam and Brad. It is a heartbreaking decision for her but who will she chose? Liam has some secrets that will be revealed but will it change his relationship with Marcy? Will this reveal push Marcy back into Brad’s arms? They do take us on a few twists and turns that can’t be mentioned here so you will just have to read this book to find out what they are. This book really kind of focuses on Marcy and her emotional roller coaster. We get to see her go through things and question how she will make it through. She is a strong character but weak at the same time. I enjoyed seeing her grow through everything. I highly recommend this book, I know you will enjoy this series as much as I have. Plus, I know you will want to see what happens in this love triangle next!
Agony & Ecstasy – Linda Burson
4-stars
This is the third book in the Marcy Series, a series that should be read in order as each new book follows the last. I have enjoyed reading along with Marcy’s journey. Though she can be a frustrating character at times I did enjoy her character development. I felt really invested in her story and I’m really happy with how it all played out!!
Just like the first two books this one is action packed, filled with all kinds of drama, emotions, romance, etc. It really is a well-rounded book, one that I was able to read in one sitting!
I look forward to reading more from this author in the future!