Savannah takes control…
Tired of all the lies and deception, Savannah Miller must learn to face life on her own. As she seeks to find out who she really is, she still is still burdened with the fallout from past traumas that left her broken.
Her fragile hold on her new life slowly gives her the confidence to move ahead. What she really needs is right in front of her—Cole Logan is patiently … her—Cole Logan is patiently waiting for the right moment to prove his love.
But her past isn’t finished with her yet…
Are Savannah’s strength and Cole’s love enough to vanquish the shadows, or will those who mean them harm succeed in preventing the mending of their shattered souls?
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“Stop worrying about what you should be feeling and just feel. Life is too short to float, so sink a little and start living.”
I’m so damn glad to have discovered this author. I started with her most recent series and now I’m working my way through her backlist. Every damn one of them is amazing so far and I’m addicted to ‘the boys’. I can’t tell you how excited I was when I got to the end of the Broken Trilogy and learned that it leads right into a spinoff, the Blackstone Series. You can bet your last dollar that I will be jumping right into Honor as soon as possible. I guarantee that once you meet them, you will be #TeamBlackstone and just as obsessed as I am.
Mended is the epic finale to a tragic but beautiful story. Savannah is my hero. She’s been through so much and still managed to retain her sense of humor and her ability to love. I find that admirable considering how broken she is after her traumatic experience with being abducted and held prisoner. Most would have checked out and given up, but she fought and survived until she was rescued.
He is her reward for time served and proof that love exists. He ticks all her boxes. But, sometimes love isn’t enough. She’s tired of lies and betrayal and she needs truth and trust in her life. She went from her father’s home to her prison to a safe house. She never got the chance to be normal or to make her own way. She wants to stand on her own two feet and make some decisions, right or wrong, by herself.
Can the broken pieces of her life be mended? Will she ever be able to trust again? Is she strong enough to risk her heart again? Prepare to have your heartstrings pulled…tight. Expect more witty banter and sexy security detail that will have you fantasizing about what it would take for a woman to nab one of those Blackstone boys. I can’t wait to find out. The line forms here…
What a perfect ending to the series.
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Overall Rating: 5 stars
Kindle Unlimited: Yes
Standalone: NO NO NO
Steam: 3 flames
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Finally, we get to the end of Savannah and Cole’s tale. What a ride it has been. Holy cow I didn’t see a lot twists and turns coming but that is what kept me engaged. I truly became emotionally attached to all the characters by the end of this series (not just Trigger anymore). And I honestly can’t wait to read all the characters stories, Mark, Keith, Mike…
Savannah and Cole’s journey has been rough, filled with betrayal, loss and heartache. But, in the end they do get their HEA. I got the answers I needed, and I was satisfied with how everything turned out. I am one happy reader! So I just have one last thing to say, do not wait to start reading this series, just pick it up and fall in love with these characters like the rest of us.
Mendez is the final book in the Broken trilogy Judy has done a wonderful job of wrapping up her world and tying it in a bow that only Cole and Savi could complete. Well this author is known for one hell of a cliffhanger she also knows how to tie a story up and leave you feeling satisfied.
Tired of all the lies and deception, Savannah Miller must learn to face life on her own. As she seeks to find out who she really is, she still is still burdened with the fallout from past traumas that left her broken. This is the final book in this series and I did enjoy it, the story line was an interesting one to follow, although a little slow at times. I love all the characters, especially Mark and Keith, I still think that Cole needed to be a stronger character, considering his job. Unfortunately I could not stand Savvy, I found her not only immature and annoying with some deep mental health problems, but she seemed to love to bait Cole for attention, I just couldn’t connect with her. Aside from that I really enjoyed this book.
This is definitely a Trilogy that I am glad I started after all 3 were released. J.L. Drake is by far my absolute favorite author. Queen of Cliffhangers, hot and steamy yet a dark romance!! My heart broke for Savi but rebuilt from the love of Cole. He is my new book boyfriend!
In Mended Savi finds herself lost in life and not sure how to move forward after finding out her family betrayed her. All to realize she may have lost her ‘original’ family but she gained an even bigger and more loving family!
“I told you I’d give you the world if you came back to me”
Swoon worthy and Brilliantly written! I bought Broken as Prime reading and unsure of who J. L. Drake was and I am completely blown away. She is just an amazing and talented author.
Every single time I start a new series by J.L. Drake, it consumes days of my life. I cannot just read one book, I have to devour the whole damn series in one go. They’re just so enthralling! Jodi’s heroes are so mouth-watering and always over the top. Although, Cole has reason to hand Savannah with careful hands. I loved this series so much. Thank you, LuvBooks Book Club for selecting these books for the August read.
Book 3 winds up the story , so worth it.
Savi is taken again – OMG nooooo!
Blackstone gets her back, a little more difficult this time, but all is good; confrontation with her father and her best friend, not so great good.
Their story, this trilogy is AWESOME!
You will be surprised at how dark and twisted this author is, but she is truly a gifted writer!
The conclusion to this series is not for the faint of heart. Savi has to deal with The American, her father, her best friend and still work things out with Cole. The Blackstone family comes together and deals with all of this and more 😉 Great Series!
Broken hooked me from word one, Shattered gutted me and Mended filled my heart. This is a must read series . It’s one the I will re read many time . It’s that good. Thank you JL Drake for sharing Cole & Savi with us.
Jodi may be known for her killer cliff hangers but when it comes to mended wraps everything up amazingly and Cole and Savi get what they deserve. I loved reading these books and seeing how Jodi’s world came together and how two people can fall in love with even the hardest situations being thrown at them. I would highly recommend diving into this book it’s amazing.
Book 3 isn’t as intense as the first two books but the story doesn’t need more crazy, it just needs that Happy Ever After that we are desperately seeking after going through all of the emotions we went through with book 1 and book 2. To think where we started and how we finish. This book delivers that finish for sure. There were tears, joy, laughter, anger. All of it. You could feel each and every emotion as the book played out. And even though there were no couch gripping moments, it still left you wanting to turn the page to find out what happens.
The details were just as immaculate, painting a picture perfect scene of what you come to expect from J.L. Drake. The sex scenes are still there, making you shiver in all the right places. The love that is apparent can be felt in the depths of even the Grinch’s heart, after it grew two sizes of course.
This trilogy will always hold a special place in my heart and I hope that if you take the time to read them, you enjoy them just as much as I did.
Mended by author J.L. Drake is the final book in this amazing trilogy and I devoured this story. Cole and Savannah have through a lot and I have loved following their journey to happily ever after. Savannah continued to show great strength, courage and determination in overcoming what has happened to her and Cole continued to love, protect and support her from a distance while she tries to reclaim her life. These two were meant to be together and their love never wavered as they worked through their issues and mended not only their hearts, but ours too. This was a beautifully written love story that I have thoroughly enjoyed and have discovered another wonderful author to read.
KU. This is Book 3 of 3. Books 1 & 2 end on cliffhangers. Really, they’re more like novellas. I read all 3 in less than 8 hours. You can borrow “The Broken Series” on KU either individually (Broken, Shattered, & Mended) or as a single boxed set.
My biggest complaint are probably the courtroom scenes. Witnesses aren’t allowed to just throw hissy fits and walk off because they don’t want to testify anymore. It doesn’t work like that.
And there’s a lot of “it just doesn’t work like that” in this series. As a reader, I’m willing to suspend a little reality for a good story but please don’t expect me to do it chapter after chapter.
As a whole experience I give the series a 3. Mostly because it’s exhausting. Literally EVERYTHING happens to this couple. For the length, becomes overwhelming and not even remotely believable.
Mended by J. L Drake is book Three in the Broken Trilogy. This continues the story of Savannah Miller so you should read the previous book, ‘Broken’ and ‘Shattered’ first before starting this one. Savannah is dealing with all the fall out from learning the truth. Savannah has become a stronger women going through all that she has been put through and is working toward her happy ending with Cole Logan.
This was a very emotional series that takes you on some highs and really low moments. Overall enjoyed this series.
“I look and feel nothing like my old self. I am someone else now, and I have no idea who that is. I feel completely lost.”
This series will have you on the edge of your seat. Wondering who to trust. There are so many twist and turns.
“It’s like someone got inside my head, found my deepest desire, and created you.”
My heart would flutter and the next full out pound from one moment to the next as I was taken on a twisted ride with this series.
“Stop worrying about what you should be feeling and just feel. Life is too short to float, so sink a little and start living.”
As you get deeper in the series you fall more in love with the characters. You’ll admire the loyalty, be disgusted with the betrayal and fear the enemy and finally melt with the romantic moments.
“I’m scared.”
“I’ve fallen for you,
Please catch me.”
Savannah really comes into her own in this book. Each book in this trilogy adds another layer that makes you fall in love more and more with this couple. A love worth having is never easy, but you finally get Cole and Savannah’s HEA!
amazing series – full review on boxset
This was a real page turner. The Romans, the angst, the suspense…you HAVE to read it!
Cole and Savannah are both trying to figure out how life moves forward. Savannah wants to find herself and show she is strong enough to do tgings on her own. Cole wants to peotect her show her how much he loves her and make her his forever.
The past needs to be closed before they can move forward. This book lets you see how all of that comes to be.
Wow JL Drake! You are officially my favorite author now.