They said it was nothing–that she was being paranoid. When it was just the coffee shop, she believed them. But when the man in the long brown coat starts appearing everywhere Mara Engle goes, nothing anyone says can take away the fear pricking at her. The night he appears on her balcony, she doesn’t stop to ask herself why she’s suddenly calling the man she left ten years ago. In that moment, … In that moment, the sound of Shay’s voice is her only comfort.
The chase is on. Every time there’s a moment to breathe, that brown coat looms closer. Why her? How does he know Shay’s name?
A villain with violence in his eyes. A woman caught by fear. And the man who won’t lose the love he once called his own.
Ready? Set. Run.
Bree M. Lewandowski takes her readers for a ride in this romantic suspense novella!
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3.5 Stars Rounded up to 4
SHATTERED is a novella that I read as a “Quirky Blind Date With a Book” read so had no idea what it was that I was getting into.
It was a very quick story that I read in one sitting because I HAD TO find out what was happening. I had no clue if this was paranormal, suspense, or romance with a twist. It’s the type of story that the “why is this happening” is rigggghhhht there, yet so far away. A real page turner.
It was a decent suspense novella.
I enjoyed this story with its captivating plot-line and interesting characters. I liked Mara, the female protagonist, and Shay, her love interest who tries to keep her safe after a stalker presents himself wherever she goes. It was a page-turner, and the language was quite lyrical. The criticisms would be that the story could’ve been enhanced if we had Shay’s point of view. I also found that the beginning could have set the scene by getting to know the main character more. Some names were also put in there without knowing who they were until later. In spite of this, they didn’t deter the enjoyment of the story.
They said it was nothing but she felt it was. A man in a brain coat seemed to be following her everywhere she was. . She turns to the only one she could, an ex. He would do anything to keep her safe no matter what. Will he be able to keep her safe? Who is following her? Why? See if they find out
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This is the first book I’ve read from Bree Lewandowski and I was not disappointed. Suspense, chemistry, trying to figure out the bad guys angle, make for a great book! Mara has a stalker and ends up calling her ex-husband who happens to be ex-marine to help her out. This was a great story, with suspense, action and a little hotness mixed in.
Absolutely loved this book. Mara has come to realize she has a stalker. And the police won’t help so she turns to the only person she could think of…Shay! Her ex and he rushes to her aid no questions asked. Super suspenseful with twists and turns to keep you reading to the very end. I really loved the character’s!
What a great suspense story.mara thinks she’s loosing it like her mom. Everywhere she goes there’s this weird guy he’s stalking her. Her brother suggests she call her ex husband who has a military background and that’s what she does. Lots of surprises.
I could not be more pleased with this book. Lewandowski had the timing perfect…the characters spot on…the romance just enough to make you swoon, and the guessing never stopped! I had no problem getting a clear character profile for Mara and Shay. There was never a moment that I thought the story to be dull or slow. I was sad to see it end. I hope this Author continues down this genre path, she certainly has a knack for it!
4 out of 5 stars
Mara Engle is not paranoid but seeing the same man in the coffee shop over and over . But when he starts showing up everywhere she is nothing that anyone tells her will calm her fears . The one night he shows up on her balcony there is only one man she can call and she left him ten years ago. When she hears his voice memories and feelings start to resurface. With the help of the man she left behind they will be able to get to the bottom of the man stalking Mara . Will they be able to get back to feelings they have and will the stalker ever be caught .
Mara and Shay oh my what can you say about these two . Mara is a feisty woman who has been emotional shaken by a stalker . She is scared but wants to find out who is stalking her . We actually see her grow up when she is on run with Shay . Which I loved it shows how much growth you can do even under stress . Shay is the strong silent type, an ex military hard shelled man but when the woman he never stopped loving even after their divorce . is in trouble he is there to help her . Yes ladies he is all alpha man but he is also a little tortured with the feelings for his ex wife. I truly liked these two and they just got better at the end.
This is a novella that has mystery and intrigue but also a slow burning romance . The author takes us on a roller coaster ride until the big climatic ending . the characters are well written and the story flows very well . You can really feel the tension in the characters and you really want to find out who the stalker is . Trust me i was on the edge of my seat most of the time . Really wanted to know who the stalker was because he was one scary dude . I was also hoping for Shay and Mara and that they would get a romance going . The ending will kick you in the butt and make you sigh with happiness at the same time . So if you want a novella that you can read on a snowy evening check out this book you will be surprised how much you get sucked in .
Shattered is a page-turning, bone chilling novel. The suspense grabs you immediately as Mara realizes she’s not being paranoid- she is being stalked. Not knowing by who or why she turns to her ex-husband for protection. The pair encounter twist and turns as Mara’s fear jumps off the pages- it seems she isn’t safe anywhere. Part thriller, part second chance romance this masterful story is hard to put down.
This was definitely a suspenseful thriller. Mara is being stalked and ends up calling her ex husband for help, however her stalker finds her no matter where she goes. Her ex husband is there to help her but will he be able to save her??? I couldn’t put this book down and wasn’t expecting the twist. I really enjoyed this story and look forward to more by this author.
What a story! This book grabs you from the start and leads you down a dark twisted path that leaves you breathless in the end. I could not put it down! Shattered is one book I am glad I took the time to read. The characters are amazing and sweep you in so deeply you swear you are part of them. I was caught up so much I never saw the end coming! Wow what a book!
This is a well-written thrill ride that will keep you on the edge of your seat. It’s so hard to put down, you may just read it all in one night. Everyone around Mara thinks she is being paranoid, seeing the same creepy man at her favorite coffee bar, at her second favorite coffee bar, at her job, even just parked near her car. But she knows the truth. She knows she is being stalked. What’s a single girl to do for protection when she finally sees disturbing things at her own apartment sanctuary? She calls her Marine ex-husband on the hopes he still has a small care for her. After reading this book, I swore I saw her stalker! It beings a delicious unease to the reader that can only be captured by masterful storytelling. Looking for a little thrill this holiday? Grab this book…you’ll thank me for it!
Shattered is a mystery suspense that kept me turning pages I was not putting the book down until I finished reading it. A story I would recommend. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
This is a super suspenseful thriller. Mara’s story is definitely a page turner. It was hard to put down. I never saw the twist coming until I was in the middle of its explanation.
She wasn’t crazy but how could she make them understand? Even her brother isn’t really sure she’s all there. A stalker?? Really??!! Who’s lifetime movie is this, how can she get the police to know it’s real. This stalker makes he move that has her making a call to the one man she never thought she would. It’s a book that will have your ears ringing, breath stuttering, hairs on the back of your neck standing tall. This author brings stalking to your face, if only I had a hunk to run to that could make it all better. It’s a tale that has been told, but not like this. It’s a clean second chance love story that you wouldn’t wish on your enemy. It’s finding home when you didn’t know you were looking. When your life is in jeopardy all the other stuff just falls away and the truth rises. I absolutely loved it and dared everyone in my house to disturb me. I shouldn’t have read it on a the dark cold winter night in Chicago though.