USA Today Bestselling Author, Dani René, brings you a dark, psychological romance a twisted ending you’ll never see coming!A dark past. A devastating secret. Two broken people.Tia is focused on revenge, but she knows everything isn’t what it seems. With a painful past that continues to haunt her, she needs vengeance. As her sanity becomes more fragile, there’s only one person who can heal her. … fragile, there’s only one person who can heal her. But it’s the one person she doesn’t want to allow inside her shattered psyche.
Braxton has been trained to kill, fighting on the front line. On returning home, he finds another war ravaging his world. Tia stumbles into his life, unraveling parts of him he’s kept hidden for so long.
As they venture through a dark, sordid path filled with vengeance and blood, they know there’s no way out, but to complete their mission.
Will a broken mind mend a shattered heart?
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Tia and Braxton’s’ story is a dark and intense psychological romance which had me on tenterhooks throughout. This is a well written tale which is emotional, raw, gritty, and has 2 broken souls who are oh so perfect together. This gifted author had done a phenomenal job in penning this story and hats off for such an amazing job. I highly recommend this for all.
***4 “Vixen!!!” stars***
“In our brokenness, we’ve found solace.”
And that’s how someone’s mind can break…
And with a very good reason, i have to say!!!!
I think that if i went through the ugly things that Tia got through, my mind would also break and not only that!!!
Thankfully, Tia’s spirit didn’t break and Dani René sent us into a wild ride where the half time, my mind was hurting really badly, trying to understand why the hell Tia’s mind was breaking!!!
“I was broken. My mind was broken. I’ve always known it.”
This is Tia and Braxton’s story!!!
A story full of pain and loss…
A story of revenge…
Unknowingly, their revenge had the same receiver and these two somehow ended up together…
She didn’t want to, cause she was feeling that Braxton could have some power over her feelings, but still… she couldn’t stay away from him…
He had to focus on his revenge, but that woman was intriguing him in more ways than he wanted to admit and he could recognize that her mind was hiding secrets…
Secrets that he wanted to unravel!!!
“You seem very intent on running, bit I’m determined to catch you.”
“There’s a darkness in his gaze that calls to mine. It drags me in and magnetizes me.”
This story in a way, it was crazy… And full of malice!!!
Honestly, i can not understand how out there, are existing this kind of people…
People that can take everything from the one person that they should have protected…
And I’m pretty furious with these kind of monsters…
“I’m destructible. Memories, my past, everything makes me fragile. It’s how my mind breaks when I go back there.”
“He fucking ripped me apart. My body is not whole. My heart is not whole. And my mind… well, you know what my mind is like.”
Our heroine went through some very nasty and ugly things…
As her memories were coming back to her, my heart was hurting really badly for her…
But still… That girl had fire inside of her….
They broke her body, soul and mind… But never her spirit!!!
And that was enough to make her want to fight back…
Add to that, a strong and protective man who is determined to be around her and help her and you can understand what’s the deal in here!!!
Those two together were pure fire…
They had ugly scars inside of them, but together they could heal…
“She’s my salvation. I can’t offer her the same because I’m her damnation. I don’t know how we’ll survive this.”
“His soul is there, calling to mine. We need each other to survive.”
Well, i won’t say more…
Only that Tia’s broken mind was a terrifying place to be in…
Honestly, in the first half of the book, i was sooo frustrated…
And then came the second part and it broke me in a way…
Dani René knew what she was doing with this story!!!!
Surely, this was a dark romance suspense…. So…
I’m Nicoleta and I’m good! Or not???
“Do you think I’ll ever have a normal life?”
“You can, Tia, but you need to find your anchor. You need to find it and hold on. Do not run into that place inside your mind…”
***I received an ARC in the eschange of an honest review.
Dani René has blown me away with How The Mind Breaks.
Tia and Brax’s story is dark and broken. They have both lived through a past that could’ve and would’ve destroyed anyone else. But the strength they both possess and their need for revenge pushes them on.
Their journey is gripping, heartbreaking and gut wrenching. Also one that I couldn’t put down.
I received a copy of this book from the publisher/author to review for Stephanie’s Book Reports.
A dark past. A devastating secret. Two broken people. Tia is focused on revenge, but she knows everything sin’t what it seems. With a painful past that continues to haunt her, she needs vengeance. As her sanity becomes more fragile, there’s only one person who can heal her. But it’s the one person she doesn’t want to allow inside her shattered psyche. Braxton has been trained to kill, fighting on the front line. On returning home, he finds another war ravaging his world. Tia stumbles into his life, unraveling parts of him he’s kept hidden for so long. As they venture through a dark, sordid path filled with vengeance and blood, they know there’s no way out but to complete their mission.
If you have been looking for a really good, heart pounding, dark psych thriller then you have found it here. You guys this book is so so freaking good. It is dark and twisty and will have you not putting this book down. I fell so in love with Tia and Braxton and man do these two really have the story to tell and things to go through and they will blow your mind. Dani Rene’ is always the dark author that delivers in spades and How the Mind Breaks will go down as one of my favorites that she has ever written.
Wow! What a destrubing dark twisted read. This story not only keeps you a captivated prisoner to how the mind can protect and destroy, it breaks your heart at the desperation between both Braxton and Tia two broken people. Both out for revenge Tia is out for revenge at any cost. Braxton a trained returned soldier determined to revenge his past.
This storyline has many heartbreaking moments that left me very emotional and outraged at the depths of depravity. A very emotional well written story.
This story was a very gritty tale. Both Tia and Braxton had dark pasts, though Tia’s was by far the worst and did not remain in the past. The connection between them gave them some sense of sanity, and I thought they made a strong couple. They showed that true love trumps all the evil that may be in the world. Bouncing between the present and the past was a bit disruptive but proved to be an interesting way to work through Tia’s emotional situation. I recommend this story but know there are possible triggers for some throughout this story.
I received a copy of this story through Enticing Journey Book Promotions, and this is my unsolicited review.
This was mindblowing just wow from the first page it grabs at you and you can’t turn away, the darkness and twists you never know what’s coming for you and I loved it.
Braxton and Tia’s strengh blew me away so much pain , cruelty and emotions I routed for them through their whole story, the compassion and understanding was the most beautiful experience. Exceptionally written with such detail I loved it.
A fantastic story of erotic mind- fuckery
Wow so I feel any review I do for this book could never do it justice, this is an absolute masterpiece of a psychological romance and wow does Dani keep you on your toes.
With every new revelation comes a new twist that you never see coming!!!!
An truly brilliant read with a strong set of super sexy characters that will keep you on the edge of your seat and anxiety levels high……enjoy!!
Dani does dark like no other, the intricate way she entangles it into the life of the characters astounds me.
Braxton and Tias story was no exception, dark and dangerous, thrilling and twisted, and so so so good, it kept me on the edge of my seat, I couldnt read fast enough, I needed to know what was going to happen next but at the same time I needed to savour it and make it last.
The whole way through dani kept me second guessing everything until it all finally clicked into place in a mind blowing ending
What an amazing story.
Wow!! Dani does it again!!
This book is phenomenal! It’s a very well written story with wonderful characters that will blow your mind and keep you guessing from beginning to end.
It’s twisted, dark, suspenseful and an absolute must read of 2020.
OMG…. What a mind blowing, dark, twisted, psychological story. I just loved Braxton and Tia from the start. Couldn’t put it down till I read the very last page, and then.. I was sad it ended. But I am sooo sooo happy that I read that another amazing story from our favorite author!
Wow, this book was completely mind-blowing! Totally unexpected! It was a twisted, earth shattering complex story that I couldn’t put down!!
4 and a half stars.
Wow what a mind twister of a book.
Every page will keep you guessing of what’s going on.
Hope there’s a follow up as there was so much going on that by the end you still feel like you are asking lots of questions.
Flabbergasted at some of them. Just how?????
Definitely a must read for those who think they are good at picking where the book is going, trust me, you won’t with this.
Brax and Tia are perfect for each other, as the story flicks between past and present watch them figure things out and evolve.
Revenge can often be sweeter when you work as a team.
How the Mind Breaks is a dark psychological romance full of pain anguish and emotional torment. It was simultaneously heart wrenching and beautifully romantic at the same time.
Tia is a woman who has seen more trauma than anyone should and her mind has shattered in order to hide from her past. Nothing in her mind will protect her from a real past that might catch up with her though.
Braxton is dark, driven by rage and the need for revenge. Tia has fallen into his world and he is consumed by her. Together they must fight demons of the mind and real life monsters. Both as dangerous as the other.
This story is told from multiple points of view, bouncing from the past to the present and back again. The pieces of the jigsaw, only falling into place as the story reaches its thrilling conclusion.
This story is gripping from the outset until the very last page. A definite must read!
Mind blowing. I honestly did not know what I was getting into before I read this one. But let me tell you once I started this one I could not put it down. I read this one in one setting. It was a must to read at one time because it had me hooked. I had to find out what was going to happen with these characters. This storyline is out of the water amazing. Reading this story brought chills down my back. Experiencing what Tia went through and goes through over and over was heart wrenching. But then Brax comes into her life and changes things. He is her light in the dark if she would let him be. Brax has his own demons that he is dealing with. But he is determined to help Tia. But there are so many elements that bond these two together that make this story amazing. I loved every page turning twist and turn. The chemistry is off the charts amazing, the suspense will knock you off your feet, what happens with Tia after meeting her father will have you in tears. But through it all Brax is right there. I loved this one. It was amazingly written from beginning to end. If I wasn’t already a fan of Dani’s I would be after reading this one. Highly recommend this one. An absolute must read.
This book was just dark and twisty goodness!!!! Dani Rene had me sitting in silence and shaking my head after I finished this book, it was wonderful!!!!!! Five dark and twisty stars, Dani!!!!!
A dark, twisty read that had me enthralled from the start! The story of Tia and Braxton’s shattered lives and vulnerable psyche is a mind vender in the best possible way. Filled with mystery and a tale told in interweaving of past and present, this hard hitting, at times heart breaking, How the Mind Breaks left me breathless. Excellent, compelling read!
How the Mind Breaks was a thrilling and twisted 5 star read.
Wow, where to start with this review, my head is still spinning.
My emotions were all over the place while reading Tia and Braxton’s story.
Tia is out for revenge, her father is an evil man and she has plans for him when she finally finds him. The things this poor girl went through was heartbreaking.
Braxton is a trained killer, and has his own plans for vengeance. He wants Tia but there’s a slight problem, she is dating his best friend who doesn’t deserve her. So he is waiting in the shadows until she realizes her mistake. When these two finally connect, it’s worth the wait. They really turn up the heat and give us a heck of a steamy scene.
Both Tia and Braxton are perfect for each other, they both are broken and need each other to heal. Will Braxton see Tia differently if he knows her secret? Will she ever get a HEA?
Overall this was a great read. Dani has once again pulled me right in with her writing. This book has several twists and turns and some shocking reveals. Just when you think you know what’s going on you find out you are completely wrong. I need more from these two. Dani has delivered another must read book, 1-click and get started today.
I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book.
Great read! My emotions were all over the place. Tia and Braxton are the main characters. They are two very broken people who when together balance each other out. Secrets emerge and are told. Deception is abound also. Nothing is as it seems at times. Can Tia lead a “normal” life? Will Braxton be able to handle it? Most importantly can they find love? A definite must read. Absolutely loved it!
This is the second time I’ve read this book.
And it absolutely amazes me that it can still overwhelm me.
Once again I took in and devoured all the words.
I was still stunned.
Still in awe.
Still trying to come to terms with this outstanding psychology thriller.
I love Braxton.
I loved his sense of righteousness.
His determination.
His tenacity.
I loved that he never gave up on what he wants and goes full force to get it.
Tia still has the ability to blow me over.
That girl is probably one of the strongest heroines I’ve come across.
Her strengths and struggles still knock the wind out of me.
She leaves me breathless thinking about everything she has gone and goes through.
Wow!
Just Wow!
Together Brax and Tia are a force to be reckoned with.
With each other and with the forces against them.
One of the most unforgettable stories I have ever read.
I’m a big big fan of Ms. Rene’s.
But How the Mind Breaks,for me,is one of her best works.
I highly highly recommend this book for lovers of psychology thrillers and/or those who enjoy dark stories.
And if you love both these genres you are in for one hell of a treat!