Trinity Morris, co-founder of You’re Not Alone, has a domestic violence past that still haunts her ten years later. She is devoted to helping victims find freedom and to sharing information on how to help them through their emotional and violent trials. While Trinity is presenting at a seminar, she comes across Gavin, a police officer who knows her past all too well.It’s been ten years since he … since he last saw her, but the moment Gavin’s eyes land on her, he’s intent on getting to know the woman who has haunted his dreams all these years.
Can Gavin break through the wall that Trinity has built around herself, or will the present and the past collide and take her away from him again?
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Wonderful Story & Narration Powerful & Moving!
You’re Not Alone By: Stacy Eaton
Narrated by: Maria Marquis
Wow, this is one beautifully written story, it is a powerful and moving that captured both my heart and my attention like no other. You could feel how much heart Stacy Eaton put into this story, possibly sweat and tears too. This book is a novel but the story and characters are realistic and easy to relate to. I adored the lead characters, Trinity Morris, a former domestic violence victim, as a survivor of an abusive relationship she turned her bad experience into something good, helping other victims, getting them away from their abusers, providing them protection and a safe environment to live. They give them the support they need to get justice and help them get their life back too. She also teaches seminars to different agencies trying to explain what it is like for the victims. When she recognizes one of the attendees it takes her back to the time she was trying to forget, the time she was a victim herself. Gavin was a rookie cop when Trinity caught his eye, she was married to one of the bosses in his department but there was something about him he did not like. Gavin was familiar with domestic violence and his feelings were right, it was he would saved Trinity from a near death experience. He never stopped thinking about her and when he moved away to be closer to his sister he was surprised to see her. He thought he would never see her again. I adored Trinity, her dedication to her cause and how she looked out for others, her fierceness and tenacity to be strong and brave for them, to help them. Yet she still battled her own inner demons, the scars that were left behind. I also adored Gavin, his patience, understanding and empathetic heart was amazing, he was so good to and for Trinity. Thankfully he was quick witted and new that Derek was the biggest a-hole ever, so glad he caught what he did when he went to make copies. This wonderful story is cleverly plotted and there is never a dull moment, there is plenty of drama, some angst, some thrilling and suspenseful moments, heartfelt and emotional moments and a sweet romance. Stacy Eaton, thank you for this amazing story, I loved the ending.
I listened to the Audible edition, Maria Marquis is a fantastic narrator and voice artist. She brings the characters to life, giving each their own distinct voice and personality. She did a great job portraying the characters and covering both the male and female roles, which made it easy to follow along and knowing who is who. You could hear how much heart she puts into her work as she captures the characters emotions and projects them into her performance. She is an entertaining storyteller and a pleasure to listen to. Thank you for this awesome listen
The story of Trinity Morris, cofounder of Your’re Not Alone, a safe haven for those suffering from domestic abuse and police officer Gavin, is touching, and heartbreaking .
Over 10 years ago, Trinity was almost killed by her abusive husband, a policeman. At that time, she was rescued by then rookie, Gavin. He never forgot her nor did she, him.
Imagine their surprise when they meet again while Gavin was attending a seminar presented by Trinity.
Sparks fly and as a tentative and sweet relationship blossoms, danger comes back . Will they be able to overcome it, or will their relationship end abruptly?
While the story was engaging, enlightening , action packed, and filled with romance, it’s more than that. It’s a reminder that domestic abuse occurs in all social classes, no matter the profession of the abuser. The effects on the abused are devasting and a strong support system , and assistance is of outmost importance. Especially if children are involved. As those children become adults, these experiences are everlasting. We as individuals and as a society should do more for all these victims.
Thank you to the author for this thought provoking story.
This Romantic Suspense is so well written and emotional. The subject is about domestic violence victims and, afterward, the freedom and the healing. I love Trinity and Gavin. They are great together. Trinity is a beautiful and strong woman. Gavin is a handsome and strong man, very supportive and protective with Trinity. Both are survivors. I loved their story and their happy ending. I was hooked from the first page to the end. I loved the foreword and the afterword (about the author). The narrator has a great voice, easy to listen to. I really enjoyed my listening and I TOTALLY recommend this audiobook. I received a free review copy of this audiobook at my request and I have voluntarily left this review.
What a very touching story that really grabs you making you want to go into the story and pull her out. Domestic abuse is never easy but when one’s husband is a cop it makes it even worse. With nowhere to turn Trinity took what she got until the day he went too far and his brothers in the department took him down when they walked in and just about found her dead with him over her. One young cop took it all in helped her until they took her way, he never forgot her and always wondered about her. Years pass she is doing a seminar, that young cop isn’t young anymore, he is watching as she does an unbelievable amazing demonstration that is mind-blowing. He is as blown away by her strength as he was years ago. This is a story about strength, overcoming your pass, moving on, starting over and helping others like you. It is such a touching romance that you feel all the way to your toes. I promise when the end comes you will feel each emotion that Trinity does along with the power of healing and love like you have never seen it. Oh things aren’t all cheery a lot goes on here in a little time that pulls you in as you become part of the book.
I have not had the pleasure of listening to anything this narrator has done before. She really pulled me in from the first page taking me away leaving me in awe at what the author had written. There is so much emotion in her voice it is hard not to feel everything that the character is feeling. Both her male and female character voices are outstanding as well as her very pleasant normal voice. I could hear the pain, sorrow, laughter and happiness as well as the uneasiness and how unsure the character was in her voice. She gives just the right about of pause and goes that extra mile that really makes you feel and believe what she is saying. I just could not put it down, I am not one to just set and listen to an audio I do things around the house, shop, listen in the car but I found myself setting in the car once I got home for a few extra minutes, even in the house I just set and listen. The author gives a powerful story and the narrator had no trouble delivering it. There are no background noise, no repeating of words, no volume changes, I could not tell when breaks were taken. It is just a wonderful audio that is clean, clear and takes you away you forget you are listening. I am very much looking forward to listening to more of this narrators work. There is no doubt she will become one of my favorite.
All I can say is wow just wow this is a powerful story. I was blown away by the seminar that was so powerful the way the author wrote it making you feel the emotions as a victim would. She is one very talented author that knows how to pull you in taking you away and making you become part of the story. This would make a great movie I really can’t tell you how much this audio touched me. It will make anyone who has never been abused understand why the victim can’t walk away how painful it is and the way some people enjoy power and take it too far. For anyone who has been a victim this is one author that is telling your story in a way that I do not think it would trigger anything. For me it was very easy to relate to and understand, I cannot tell you the emotions I felt why listening to this. Oh it isn’t all dome and gloom, there is a very touching romance that just makes you feel at peace when the end come. It is about learning, growing and not taking what one dishes out but also about what love truly is, the give and take, support that only true love brings. It is a delightful older woman younger man romance that is touching. There is a little mystery, a few twists and turns that gets the heart pumping and leaves you on the edge. The suspense was outstanding as the author had me talking to the characters which I totally loved. I loved the characters, there wasn’t anything I didn’t love about this audio was hooked from the start to finish. I understood where each character was coming from and felt every emotion they felt. It was truly an amazing listen that pulls you in from start to finish. There was nothing I didn’t like and really wanted the story to go on. To the author you have out done yourself giving an amazing story that really touched me. It will be an audio that I will listen to again, my hats off to you for giving such a powerful story.