VOTED A TOP READ OF 2019!“You will lose your memory.”That’s what a doctor told me at just twenty nine years old. My headaches and exhaustion weren’t from overexertion like I thought. It was more. A lot more.
Despite my unimaginable challenges, I found love at a time I needed it most. Layne, a rising star and popular frontman, was unknowingly singing life into my soul through his allusive lyrics.
Layne, a rising star and popular frontman,
was unknowingly singing life into my soul through his allusive lyrics.
I lived and breathed for the mesmeric sound of his voice.
Kismet led us to a kind of love anyone would die for.
However, Layne shouldn’t be stuck loving me after I begin to forget him.
We will once again be strangers, separated by a crowd.
I can no longer promise him a future like the one he vowed to me.
Layne is determined to help me get better.
I’m determined to make him see past my illness.
The outcome … to be determined.
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My words can not justify this story. It was sweet, romantic, heartfelt, angsty and gut wrenching all at the same time. A beautiful story of true and unconditional love. A book to read again and again!!!
This is one of my absolute favorite books by Shari J. Ryan. When I read Shattered Stars it gave me the feeling that I was reading something special. It is the type of love story that buries itself deep in your heart. Layne is more than just a musician, he has a heart of gold. I absolutely love the chemistry between Danny and Layne. When you think about Aly, Shari J. Ryan describes her perfectly “She is proof that some of the best gifts in life come from the shadows of a nightmare.” Danny has gone through so much in her 30 years and you truly feel for her. This beautiful book will give you ALL THE FEELS.
Shattered Stars is about love, family and hope and it will stay with you long after reading the last chapter.
I am not sure that I even know where to begin writing a review for this because it is truly an awesome experience.
I loved everything about it – the characters, the plot, the emotion, the writing, and the ability that the author had to tell me a story that had me wanting this book to go on and on.
Ms. Ryan has an amazing knack for creating stories that are so unique in concept. This character driven love story will have your heart running the gamete of emotions. I highly recommend.
Shari Ryan can write an amazing story. I haven’t read one yet that wasn’t great! Shattered Stars was heartbreaking, amazing, emotional, inspiring, and so much more. I loved it! I must warn that you may need tissues for this one!!
Dani, Aly and Layne have stolen my heart. Dani and Layne have been through so much that this story is so much more than I thought it would be. Layne absolutely stole my heart! The willingness to change your entire plan for the ones you love. Stepping in and stepping up when it’s not expected of you. He is truly, in my eyes, a true gentleman. And Dani. She has been through more than most. She is stronger than most. And she still keeps going. This story to me shows the power of a true family. Of true love. Never give up and never forget. There is always someone there to hold your hand and sometimes shove you in the direction you need to go, even if you are ready to give up.
This is the first book by this author I’ve read and I couldn’t have picked a better one to start. The book was stunning told both in the past and present the reader gets a real insight into the turmoil of the characters. Layne, Dani and Aly take you with them on a painful journey. There are moments of sheer blind panic and emotional pain. However for me the sense of family, love and loyalty shines through. The writing and characterization is perfect. I felt like I knew them as if I was part of their inner circle.
This is a book and an author I would have no hesitation in recommending.
There truly is so little that can be said about this book other than go in blind knowing it will be an emotional read. This book resonated deep down in my soul. The characters and their pasts, their present and how they choose to live is such an emotional ride that will is intense and raw and tragically beautiful.
Shattered Stars by Shari Ryan
So WORTH 10 Stars
Shari has another hit on her hands! Oh my words! Shattered Stars is so full of love and tons of emotions! Absolutely superb!! Absolute perfection!
“What isn’t funny… is that no amount of love in the world can save me from losing my mind.”
Really loved! Highly recommend!
If I had to give Shattered Stars a subtitle, it would most undoubtedly be: The Power of Love. What Shari Ryan has crafted is an emotionally-charged journey for a woman, who despite all the occurs in her young life, still has a resilience that is awe-inspiring. And that is because she is surrounded by love from her mother, her bestie, her daughter and from the man who will forever change her life.
The blurb only scratches the surface as we get both past and present in Danielle Hensen’s POV. Her struggles as a 16 year old and the horrific circumstances as to why her mind is not her own any longer. But even through the very worst of it, she never gives up. I would almost call her lucky despite the trauma she suffers, since everyone in her life truly adores her and just wants her to be able to live the life that should be hers.
With Layne by her side, nothing can stop this determined woman. Theirs is a love story that is beyond beautiful. From the very first time they laid eyes on each other, the 18 year old Dani and the frontman for Dividing Oblivion were clearly meant to be. Even when Dani’s spirit is at times damaged, it’s Layne who lifts her up. OMGoodness. This man. He is utterly divine from his shaggy bad boy looks to his exquisite selflessness. He is the consummate book boyfriend in every single way.
I love that Shari Ryan continues to create stories that are uniquely hers and that they can reach right into my soul and fill it so completely. The hope that Ryan relays in these more sedate and serious books dispels the despair that her characters may cling to. But the struggles are thoughtfully conveyed without ever feeling trite or misplaced. And it’s that hope that not only sees Dani through her worst but gives a bit of respite to the weary loved ones like Layne and her daughter Aly, who only have her best interests at heart.
This is a ride I thoroughly enjoyed, never really knowing what roadblock might show up at a moment’s notice or how it would all turn out for Dani and her close-knit family of friends and loved ones. But it’s a well-paced and well-executed book with the right amount of angst, and I was immensely satisfied once I read those very last lines.
A story not to be missed because Ryan’s talent is immeasurable, I am more than happy to give Shattered Stars a solid 5 stars!
Just like Dani has fallen in love with Layne, I fell in love with this book one page at a time. With every new book Shari’s written, I found my new favorite. And Shattered Stars is my new favorite.
Shattered Stars is an intriguing story, with twists will keep you guessing, and you won’t be able to stop reading till the end. It was full of emotions, and I felt everything they did. I liked the characters, they were realistic. Layne and Dani loved eachother, even with all the challenges their were facing. I like the way this author pens her stories, you know your in for a journey, full of feelings.
“You will lose your memory.”
That’s what a doctor told me at just twenty-nine years old.
My headaches and exhaustion weren’t from overexertion like I thought.
It was more. A lot more.
Despite my unimaginable challenges,
I found love at a time I needed it most.
Layne, a rising star and popular frontman,
was unknowingly singing life into my soul through his allusive lyrics.
I lived and breathed for the mesmeric sound of his voice.
Kismet led us to a kind of love anyone would die for.
However, Layne shouldn’t be stuck loving me after I begin to forget him.
We will once again be strangers, separated by a crowd.
I can no longer promise him a future like the one he vowed to me.
Layne is determined to help me get better.
I’m determined to make him see past my illness.
The outcome … to be determined.
Holy freaking crap! This book was everything! I won’t give anything away but will say this. This book is not like anything Ms. Ryan has written and i can guarantee that its going to take you on an emotional journey like no other. Flawlessly written and heartfelt. Be prepared my friends! Fantastic Read!
Wow! What a story!! I am honestly speechless. This was such an amazing book. The story line is so incredibly unique. The main character, Dani, is losing her memory. The fight within her mind is one that I felt was so powerful to understanding what people go through as they lose their memories. The story shows her husband, Layne, fighting for her and loving her despite the struggles they are currently enduring. The book takes us back to Dani as a young lady as she meets Layne, and it follows their story together up to the point where they are today. Shari Ryan does an incredible job illustrating each part of this story. I read this book quickly, but it took me a while to digest every bit that this book has to offer. I love that it is unpredictable, and it doesn’t follow the same old story line that you get with many books. This is a must read for any kind of reader! It will hit home for those with loved ones who have experienced any kind of memory loss, and it helps create empathy and understanding for both sides of the situation.
As usual with Shari writing style, amazing!
Shattered Stars brings story about Dani, Layne and Ally. A family romance, I would say. Love how it’s not just about getting that love but how to keep it also. How a family, a couple fights and be strong.
Hard topic to read really cause my heart keep squizzing and I keep chanting…. No no no please don’t. These characters are just wrote so beautifully heart breaking.
Written alternately between today and the past, I have to say it bother me. Yes, it’s a must to know what happen and Shari writes it like effortlessly, but I have problem keeping up. But that just me and my cup of tea
Over all, Shattered Stars is a must great read!
This is one of the most aptly titled books I have ever read. I am shattered now. I knew it was coming. I knew it was going to happen. But I still willingly signed on for this ride, and it’s probably going to take about a dozen of the most slapstick romantic comedies I can find to even begin to get over this book. Keep the box of tissues handy because Dani, Layne, and Aly are going to shred your heart to mush before squishing it back in your chest. Heck, you should probably have a second box on standby. It’s that emotional. Take this PSA for what it’s worth, you don’t want to read this book in public. This was an ugly-cry read for me, but it’s the kind you want to go back and do again. I was ready for the tears to stop when I reached the end, but I wasn’t anywhere ready to say “goodbye” to Dani, Layne, or Aly – or any of the others.
I received a complimentary advanced copy of this book through Foreword PR & Marketing.
What an emotional read……
Shari Ryan did it again. She wrote a heart wrenching story of turmoil and destruction. And weaves a story of strength, hope and so much love.
Once I started I couldn’t put this book down. This book flips from past to present. There is hard subject matter in the book. But Ryan did a beautiful job writing the story. And telling the story the way it needed to be told.
5 TRUE LOVE STARS!! Wow, Wow, just Wow!! This book will be in my top 10 favorites of 2019. This author takes us on a powerful heartfelt journey through the lives of Layne and Dani and their true love. I could not put this book down. The story is beautifully written with all the feels and OMG, I felt like I was with these characters. Shari J. Ryan is a phenomenal storyteller and she just keeps turning out 5 star books. Do yourselves a favor and 1-Click this book.
4.5 Emotionally Charged Stars!
Oh the “feels” this book delivered ~ Shari definitely took me on an emotional ride. She gave us characters that we could fall in love with and become vested in. Dani had some very BIG, bad things happen to her at a young age, with the support of her AMAZING mom and Lexi, the BEST friend ever she survived and was able to take her herself & Aly. Meeting Layne, the SWEET and sexy rockstar who accepted her the way she is and helped her to overcome some of her fears was so endearing. The things that happened to 29 year old Dani broke my heart, yet Layne was always by her side, fighting for the woman he has always loved. I loved the SONGS!!!
Shattered Stars is packed with so much emotion and a very unique story line. Life is finally going great for Dani when she is suddenly faced with losing her memory. Layne is by her side from the minute they meet and continues to stay by her side through this crisis. He would be a little too perfect in real life, but this is why I love to escape in a good book….there’s no such thing as too perfect The book does go back and forth between the past and present, but it’s very easy to follow. I was just as intrigued with the past as I was the present.