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Title: Broken

Subtitle: Broken, Book 1, Nick

Author: Annie Jocoby

Narrator: Jeremy York, Allison Lynnewood

Format: Unabridged

Length: 9 hrs and 18 mins

Language: English

Release date: 11-24-14

Publisher: Debra Lynn Moore

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 68 votes

Genres: Romance, Contemporary

Publisher's Summary:

Book One of a three book trilogy.

Nick O'Hara is a veritable womanizer. The only qualifications that he looks for in a romantic connection is that the person is hot and breathing. Mainly hot. He has no desire for an emotional connection with another person, and that's the way he lives his life. He has his fabulous wealth and his reputation as a premiere architect, and that's enough for him.

Until Scotty James.

Scotty is a graduate student at Columbia University in New York City. She's broken from traumatic experiences from her years in foster care and homelessness. She has a vulnerability that is intoxicating to Nick, because, deep down, he knows that he is as broken as she.

When Nick pursues Scotty, it seems that she is the only woman who doesn't want to be with him. At first she's a challenge, but Nick soon finds himself falling in love for the first time in his life. With a woman who wants nothing to do with him.

Can Scotty overcome her trust issues and fear to let Nick in? Or will she prove to be too broken to trust?

Members Reviews:

Good story

I enjoyed this audiobook of the first book in this series. The narration was well done and the story moved along well also. I did find myself a little frustrated with the hero, as he didn't seem to think straight sometimes, and the heroine was very timid (though she had s reason to be).

P.S. Hate the character of Portia!!

I just couldn't finish it.

Would you try another book from Annie Jocoby and/or Jeremy York and Allison Lynnewood ?

The only person I want to hear more from is Jeremy York. The book dragged on so slowly, I fell asleep multiple times while listening to it. (This never happens to me.) Also, Allison Lynnewood was inappropriately sexy/breathy when her character was supposed to be fearful of affection. I wish I could give York 5 stars and Lynnewood 1 star.

Would you ever listen to anything by Annie Jocoby again?

Highly unlikely.

Did the narration match the pace of the story?

I'd say, yes. The story was slow and Lynnewood was slow. Jeremy York seemed to do his best to bring life to the story.

If you could play editor, what scene or scenes would you have cut from Broken?

Honestly, I made it only halfway through the story before I just couldn't listen anymore. I will possibly go back to it at some point. What I heard so far, I think could have been condensed/cut down to about 1/4 of what was written.

I loved it until the hero disappointed me

Would you try another book from Annie Jocoby and/or Jeremy York and Allison Lynnewood ?

I would try another book by Annie Jocoby. I will not try another book by Allison Lynnewood. Her voice the entire time sounded like she was trying to seduce every character.

What could Annie Jocoby have done to make this a more enjoyable book for you?

Annie Jocoby needs to make her heroes more alpha. Scotty spilled her guts out to Nick and what Nick did shortly after disappointed me and I lost all connection.

How could the performance have been better?

Allison Lynnewood voice sounded to seductive like she was reading an erotica. At times even like a Valley Girl. Scotty, the heroine, is an innocent and she is NOT supposed to sound like she is out of breath or "sexy" the entire time.

Nick, the hero, is supposed to be a 35 year old guy.

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Title: Wild: The Ivy Chronicles

Author: Sophie Jordan

Narrator: Merritt Hicks

Format: Unabridged

Length: 7 hrs and 55 mins

Language: English

Release date: 11-18-14

Publisher: HarperAudio

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 40 votes

Genres: Romance, Contemporary

Publisher's Summary:

Months after her boyfriend dumped her, Georgia can still hear the insults he hurled at her. Boring. Predictable. Tame. Tired of feeling bad, she's ready to change her image and go a little wild. What better way to prove her ex wrong than a hot night of adventure at the secret campus kink club?

In the shadowy den of the club, she unexpectedly runs into Logan Mulvaney, her friend's little brother. A player extraordinaire too hot for his own good, he may be younger, but the guy is light-years ahead when it comes to the opposite sex. Now he's telling her to go home - "good girls" don't belong there!

Georgia is tired of having others define her. She's going to teach Logan a lesson he won't forget - one white-hot, mind-wrecking kiss - that leads to another... and another... and...

Realizing she's in way over her head, Georgia runs.

Only Logan won't let her go. Everywhere she goes he's there, making her want every inch of him. Making her forget who she is. Who he is. And just how wrong they are for each other.

Members Reviews:

Strong story with a unbelievable mother

Sophie Jordan has written historical romance of which this series is not. This novel's main character, Georgia, is about the internal struggle she is going through in defining her relationships in her life. These are the usual: her mother, boyfriend and friends. When a new love interest causes these struggles to be brought into the the forefront, Georgia is thrust into a storm of indecision and change.

The story is slow in pace with numerous Georgia decision points where she makes the predictable decision based upon the amount of time left in the book. Overall, a decent listen but a tad too predictable for me. Oh, and the mother, too flat and unbelievable with questionable back-story. Jorden tried her hand a metaphor in this book and I think she missed the mark.

Overall, the performance was strong. I still recommend the read.

Bad girls club

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

When she finally quit trying to keep people happy and made her self happy

Any additional comments?

The narrator was a bit hard to get use to. But I managed and the story was yummy.

loved it

best out of the series. Great story with lots of heat and passion. highly recommend

Pretty Good!

Its surprisingly good, I'm not disappointed with this story.

Just a lot of drama, with the "I want you but I am pushing you away" because all of those...bla bla bla.

But I recommend you to give it a listen. Cos I sure am not hating it.

Great job to the narrator!!

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Title: An Heir of Uncertainty

Author: Alyssa Everett

Narrator: Rebecca Courtney

Format: Unabridged

Length: 8 hrs and 49 mins

Language: English

Release date: 11-12-14

Publisher: Harlequin Enterprises, Ltd.

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 8 votes

Genres: Romance, Contemporary

Publisher's Summary:

Yorkshire, 1820. Lina, Lady Radbourne, thought being a countess would rescue her from poverty. Unfortunately, her young groom failed to plan for the future, and his drunken accident left her widowed and pregnant. Now Colonel Winstead Vaughan - Win - will inherit her late husband's fortune... unless she gives birth to a boy. Win is her natural enemy, so why can't she stop thinking about him? Win is stunned to learn he stands to inherit a vast fortune. He's even more surprised to find himself falling for the beautiful, spirited Lady Radbourne, who is the one woman who stands in the way of a life he'd only imagined. When someone tries to poison Lady Radbourne, suspicion falls on Win. There's a clever killer in their midst, and if Win doesn't solve the mystery fast, Lina may perish. He needs to win her trust, but how can he prove it's she he wants, and not the fortune?

Members Reviews:

A disappointing performance of a great book

I loved this book, but the audio version was a great disappointment. The narrator uses a Yorkshire accent for the female characters, which is fine, as they are Yorkshire natives. The heroine sounds like Anna Bates of Downton Abbey, so I suppose the accent is fairly authentic. Her male voices are less satisfactory. The hero often speaks in an urgent monotone, and it can be hard to distinguish his lines from the narration. Oddly enough, although the book describes the hero's younger brother as speaking in a monotone (I presume that he is mildly autistic, although that term, of course, is not used), the narrator does not portray him that way.

I would describe the narrator's voice as "harsh," and not pleasant to listen to. I highly recommend reading the book -- it was one of my top five of 2014 -- but I cannot recommend the audio version.

Great story, good narration,keeps you guessing!

Where does An Heir of Uncertainty rank among all the audiobooks youve listened to so far?

Its a very good story and ranks very high since after I finished I was satisfied with the outcomes and the relationships.

Any additional comments?

Frederick really made this story sparkle, one always was wondering what he would come out with next. I just loved him.

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Title: Saved by a SEAL

Subtitle: Hot SEALs, Book 2

Author: Cat Johnson

Narrator: Craig Jessen

Format: Unabridged

Length: 4 hrs and 22 mins

Language: English

Release date: 10-29-14

Publisher: Cat Johnson

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 102 votes

Genres: Romance, Contemporary

Publisher's Summary:

Zane Alexander was born with a silver spoon in his mouth, but the rebellious bad boy traded it in for a Navy SEAL trident.

Now, Zane's teammates are depending on him to get the startup capital they need to open their security company and he's gambling on his skills at covert operations. For a million dollars, he'll fake interest in Missy Greenwood, the Senator's daughter his father wants him to date in exchange for the investment.

But when Missy is kidnapped and Zane and his team are sent to Nigeria to rescue her and the schoolgirls being held, bullets as well as sparks of attraction start to fly. There's no more faking when both the danger and the emotions are all very real.

Members Reviews:

An exciting, fast-paced story!

Where does Saved by a SEAL rank among all the audiobooks youve listened to so far?

It's hard to compare these books with others I've listened to. They stand on their own. I became acquainted with Cat Johnsons books at the Coastal Magic Convention last year. Since then, Ive read two books in her Oklahoma Nights series, three books in her Midnight Cowboys series and listened to two of her Hot SEALs books. That doesnt count the books Ive picked up to read soon! Her books always hold my interest with well-plotted story lines. I love her sexy heroes whether they are cowboys or military. If you enjoy intriguing romances with spice, sizzle and dangerous thrills, Id recommend that you check out one of her books. I wish all of her books were in audio with a narrator like Craig Jessen!

Who was your favorite character and why?

If I could only choose one, I'd have to say Zane. But... I really liked both Zane and Missy. They are drawn as realistic, upstanding characters who care about the world and its people. I shudder at the thought of growing up with Zane's father. Missy may be a society girl, but shes down-to-earth.

What does Craig Jessen bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book?

Craig Jessen nails the narration of this series. His voice is clear. His performance is polished. His delivery is natural and well-paced. He differentiates between the characters, pausing at the appropriate times. His performance enhanced my enjoyment of the book. I am glad to see that hes narrated the first five books in this series. Unfortunately, the rest arent available as audios so I will have to switch to reading the books after that.

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

I shuddered at the idea of having a father like Zane's. AND a mother like Missy's - though she was nowhere as terrible as Zane's. I laughed with the couple as they became re-acquainted! This is an example of the humor:

"That reminds me. Make sure you drink a lot of water while you're there, or you'll dehydrate fast. And if you find yourself not peeing, or your urine is dark in color, you're not drinking enough."

The last thing in the world she'd ever wanted to discuss with Zane Alexander was the color of her pee.

I held my breath during the suspenseful parts and cheered at parts too!,

Any additional comments?

Saved by a SEAL by Cat Johnson is another exciting, fast-paced installment in the authors Hot SEALS series. I thoroughly enjoyed listening to playboy Zane's story. Even though this is the second book in the series, it can be enjoyed as a standalone, if that is your preference.

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Title: The Sweetness of Honey

Subtitle: Hope Springs, Book 3

Author: Alison Kent

Narrator: Natalie Ross

Format: Unabridged

Length: 8 hrs and 36 mins

Language: English

Release date: 10-07-14

Publisher: Brilliance Audio

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 83 votes

Genres: Romance, Contemporary

Publisher's Summary:

Welcome to Hope Springs, Texas, where redemption growsand where love blooms.

Dark-haired beauty Indiana Keller buys a property in Hope Springs, Texas, for three reasons: to expand her vegetable business, to harvest and sell delicious honey from the property's established bee colony, and to reunite with her estranged siblings. But her older brother Tennessee keeps his distance, even after Indiana hires his construction crew to fix up her cottage. It's almost as if he shares her guilt over the disappearance of Dakota, their missing brother

While Indiana tries to reconnect with Ten and find Dakota, two local men begin vying for her heart. Handsome, laid-back Will Bowman has a checkered past, but now he's determined to get what he wants out of lifeand he wants Indiana. Meanwhile, refined Oliver Gatlin can't fight his own attraction to Indiana, especially since his brother also fell victim to tragic circumstances. Amid the raw natural beauty of Hope Springs, can Indiana's heart finally heal enough to love?

Members Reviews:

A Sweet Read

This is (I think) the third of the Hope Springs series. They are all pleasant reads, with satisfying endings. Love triumphs, etc. There are some insights along the way as the characters face their issues and overcome them. In this case, the heroine has allowed her anguish over her missing brother rule her life. Likewise, the hero has also had to deal with family issues. Together, they face their insecurities and find happiness. It also obviously sets up Will, the rather mysterious ex-con, for a future book.

Only Okay!

Beach book. No real depth or anything unpredictable.

Second chances

Oliver and Indiana both need to accept that their past actions didn't cause the outcomes for their brothers. We all are responsible for ourselves and acceptance of this fact brings them together finally. The author's characters come to life and are so relevant. Can't wait for the next Hope Springs story!

Very enjoyable read

It is a joy to find an author I hadn't read before. I stumbled upon Alison Kent's Hope Springs novels and enjoyed them so much I've purchased most of the rest of hers. "Honey", like the others, has wonderful characters and a plot that keeps you involved to the end of the book, leaving you wanting more.

Happy Endings

I never would have thought I could enjoy a story of such intensity! I am feeling both tired and deeply satisfied. Everything is finally come together to a complete happy ending. Thanks for another good story.

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Title: Lead Me On

Subtitle: Pearl Island Series, Book 2

Author: Julie Ortolon

Narrator: Eva Kaminsky

Format: Unabridged

Length: 11 hrs and 9 mins

Language: English

Release date: 09-24-14

Publisher: Julie Ortolon

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 62 votes

Genres: Romance, Contemporary

Publisher's Summary:

When a woman who is willing meets a man who's resisting, let the seduction begin.

Allison St. Claire has the face of an angel. That's part of the problem. She also sells quaint tea sets in the Pearl Island Inn gift shop. It doesn't exactly scream sexy. Years of having men treat her like a little sister is enough to drive a healthy woman crazy. Especially when a gorgeous hunk checks in and fails to see Allison is ready to try something a little bit wild.

Scott Lawrence, a bestselling suspense author, checks into the B&B hoping to cure his writer's block with a little vacation sex. Some fun in the sun with a beautiful woman might be just the relaxation he needs. But a "good girl" like Allison St. Claire? No way!

Time for Allison to show the commitment-shy bachelor that inside every good girl is a naughty woman dying to get out. But when the heat climbs higher than the temperature on the Texas Coast, the sweet spring diversion could take an unexpected turn toward something more complicated.

Members Reviews:

Great story

First and second book were wonderful, looking forward to the third and fourth! Can't listen to them fast enough. Fabulous author and narrator.

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Title: Saving Forever

Subtitle: Saving Forever, Book 2

Author: Lexy Timms

Narrator: Elizabeth Meadows

Format: Unabridged

Length: 3 hrs and 33 mins

Language: English

Release date: 09-23-14

Publisher: Wanita May

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 34 votes

Genres: Romance, Contemporary

Publisher's Summary:

When a broken relationship exposes hidden scars of the past, can a successful business woman let go of the pain? Will Charity Thompson ever forgive her father for not being there when her mother died? Six years later, she agrees to organize the Diamond Gala for his hospital. As much as she despises working with her controlling father, she meets Dr. Elijah Bennet. The handsome playboy chief is the perfect distraction when her emotions are running amuck - feelings she's spent her entire life hiding from her father. Throwing herself deeper into work, she tries to forget about the pain that threatens to consume her. Charity tries to fight the attraction she feels toward Elijah, but the spark is undeniable. The passion that consumes her heart and her body is something she's never felt with any other man. Everybody makes mistakes, but Charity believes she's made the biggest one of her life. Will she ruin her chances with Elijah and damage the relationship with her father beyond repair?

This is NOT erotica. This is a love story and a romance. For mature readers only. There are sexual situations, but no graphic sex.

Members Reviews:

Great story

Any additional comments?

Another great installment in the series. I love how things are heating up for Elijah and Charity. I really like that the story moves along and is fun.

Wow

Holy cow! Such an incredibly emotional story this one was. The narrator did a wonderful job pulling me into the story too.

Even better than the first

If you could sum up Saving Forever in three words, what would they be?

Many times when an author has a series, the books aren't as good as you go.. This series is not like that! This is amazing. I can see this book becoming a TV series, or movie!

What other book might you compare Saving Forever to and why?

This book is unlike any other book I've read

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

yes! Elizabeth, you've got an amazing voice that I fell in love with.

Any additional comments?

more more more

wow

What did you love best about Saving Forever?

Some books, the first one is good, but then when you get to the 2nd and 3rd.. it's like... omg, what was the author thinking? NOT THIS ONE!! LEXY TIMMS.. WOW! WOW!

What was one of the most memorable moments of Saving Forever?

From start to finish

Which scene was your favorite?

All of them

Any additional comments?

Elizabeth Meadows, you did it again. Lexy, you wrote this book, you are the mastermind. Elizabeth.. wow.. you brought it to life! Both of you work great together!

Hooked

I've read this series with Kindle but the audio version brings the story really to life for me. highly recommend..

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Title: Tempting the Bodyguard

Subtitle: Gamble Brothers, Book 3

Author: Jennifer L. Armentrout, J. Lynn

Narrator: Kaleo Griffith

Format: Unabridged

Length: 7 hrs and 19 mins

Language: English

Release date: 09-23-14

Publisher: Tantor Audio

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 117 votes

Genres: Romance, Contemporary

Publisher's Summary:

Alana Gore is in danger. A take-no-prisoners publicist, her way with people has made her more than a few enemies over the years; but a creepy stalker is an entirely different matter. She needs a bodyguard, and the only man she can ask is not only ridiculously hot but reputed to have a taste for women that goes beyond adventurous.

Chandler Gamble has one rule: Don't protect anyone you want to screw. But with Alana, he's caught between his job and his growing libido. On one hand, Alana needs his help. On the other, Chandler wants nothing more than to take the hot volcano of a woman in hand and make her writhe in pleasure until she's at his complete mercy.

She needs protection. He needs satisfaction. And the moment the line is crossed, all hell will break loose....

Members Reviews:

Perfect amount of Sexual heat

What did you love best about Tempting the Bodyguard?

Great story line, to keep you interested.

What was one of the most memorable moments of Tempting the Bodyguard?

The hot sex in her office

Which scene was your favorite?

The first time they made love.

If you were to make a film of this book, what would the tag line be?

Body guard with benefits!

Alright finish to the series...

3 stars

This was an alright story. To be honest, I didn't know if I'd like this book because Alana (the heroine) was a real witch in the previous book, Tempting the Playerbut actually, she wasn't really an issue, Chandler was. Things progressed past this quickly but I think it was enough to cause me issues with getting completely engaged in the story.

Alana is a publicist that does whatever is needed in order to fix her client's issues. She is a ball buster but gets the job done and her clients typically end up better off after her involvement in their lives (even if they don't necessarily like her methods). Alana had a flighty mother who couldn't hold a job and constantly had ideas of men she "loved" (aka was obsessed with). Lana was raised by her grandmother because of her mother's lack of responsibility. Due to her mother's issues, Alana has been very careful to keep emotions out of her relationships, thinking she'd be lost down the same trap as her mother if she allows herself to fall in love.

Chandler is the oldest of 3 brothers. Their parents died and Chandler took on the parent role for his brothers. He ended up starting a security firm and likes his work. He hasn't done relationships in the past but has never met a woman that made him want more. Chandler is a sexual dominant and tends to frequent a sex club when he's in the mood for an encounter.

Alana has been getting bad letters for around a year and they were a little worrisome but not overly much. When she moved to Washington things seemed to settle down so she thought she was alright but then another letter arrived. When the latest letter indicated that she could expect a visit, Alan decides it's time to bring in someone for security. Her first thought, Chandler, the older brother of an ex-client that owns a security firm. She was attracted to him but had tried to put that out of her head after the last time they saw each other. When she can't find him at his office or at home, Alana decides to track him down to the sex club he frequents and catches him on the verge of a sexual encounter with another woman.

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Title: Joyful

Subtitle: Return to Sugarcreek, Book 3

Author: Shelley Shepard Gray

Narrator: Bernadette Dunne

Format: Unabridged

Length: 6 hrs and 26 mins

Language: English

Release date: 09-02-14

Publisher: HarperAudio

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 24 votes

Genres: Romance, Contemporary

Publisher's Summary:

Return to Sugarcreek with best-selling author Shelley Shepard Gray for a heartwarming story of second chances with a young Amish couple.

Randall Beiler will sacrifice anything to take care of his younger siblings and the family farm, even if it means forsaking love. But when his brother offers pretty Elizabeth Nolt a job cleaning and cooking for the family, Randall is furious - and feels guilty about the way he once broke Elizabeth's heart. Then he learns that Elizabeth and her grandmother are struggling to make ends meet and he knows the offer, no matter how painful, is the right thing for everyone.

Elizabeth wants to refuse but she needs the work. Though she vows to protect her heart, spending time in the Beiler household makes Elizabeth realize that her love for Randall still burns strong. And though Randall keeps his distance at first, time and teamwork reveal that something deeper still connects them.

Elizabeth isn't sure what to think: Does Randall want her because he truly loves her, or because he needs a housekeeper? And if his feelings have changed for sure, Randall must find a way to show Elizabeth what she really means to him or risk losing his partner in life and love forever.

Members Reviews:

Great book!!!

SSG always seems to stick with true honest Amish fiction. So many "Amish Authors" are taking Englischer stories and turning them into "Amish" books. SSG sticks to basic Amish life.Never change Shelley!!!! I have loved all of her SugarCreek books and own them all,and have listened to them many times over and over again. Great reader, great story. Love this author!!!

Did Not Enjoy This As Well As "Peace:Christmas"

Would you try another book from Shelley Shepard Gray and/or Bernadette Dunne?

Bernadette Dunne is a must for me in Amish books; her intonation, expression, pace and characterization is excellent, but this story was not as engaging as others because the male main protagonist (Randall) seemed almost unlikeable in his inability to communicate honestly or clearly ("I didn't mean that the way you heard it!") with a lack of awareness of the consequences to others whom he loves, of his current determination to take on what he really can't manage all by himself, especially without being willing to consult, inform or include them.

His love, Elizabeth, is not as attractive to me because she is too willing to not speak up for herself or her needs, even though, with Mammi (hergrandmother)'s insights and experience she is able to be honest most of the time. So the story is overall a fairly good one: Elizabeth's mother left to remarry, saying she would send money for care of her daughter and mother. Elizabeth is probably still a late teen,so this is a shock and a grief, and difficult to cope with. She and Randall have known each other many years, and, being attracted, court, but don't seem to really get to knowone another, maybe not even their real character values.

Randall's family at the opening of the story is undergoing major upheaval, with many of the members marrying and moving out. This still leaves 4 young men, and a young, 9 yr. old sister, all of whom were very engaging.

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Title: Close to Home

Author: Lisa Jackson

Narrator: Joyce Bean

Format: Abridged

Length: 8 hrs and 1 min

Language: English

Release date: 08-26-14

Publisher: Brilliance Audio

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 20 votes

Genres: Romance, Contemporary

Publisher's Summary:

From #1 New York Times bestselling author Lisa Jackson comes an atmospheric and riveting novel of suspense that uncovers the horrifying secrets buried within a ramshackle house....

Vowing to make a fresh start, Sarah McAdams has come home to renovate the old Victorian mansion where she grew up. Her daughters, Jade and Gracie, aren't impressed by the rundown property on the shores of Oregon's wild Columbia River. As soon as they pull up the isolated drive, Sarah too is beset by uneasy memoriesof her cold, distant mother, of the half-sister who vanished without a trace, and of a long-ago night when Sarah was found on the widow's walk, feverish and delirious.

Ever since the original mistress of the house plunged to her death almost a century ago, there have been rumors that the place is haunted. As a girl, Sarah sensed a presence there, and soon Gracie claims to see a lady in white running up the stairs. Still, Sarah has little time to dwell on ghost stories, between overseeing construction and dealing with the return of a man from her past.

But there's a new, more urgent menace in the small town. One by one, teenage girls are disappearing. Frantic for her daughters' safety, Sarah feels her veneer cracking and the house's walls closing in on her again. Somewhere deep in her memory is the key to a very real and terrifying danger. And only by confronting her worst fears can she stop the nightmare roaring back to life once more....

Members Reviews:

12 books in one

I wanted to like this book. I've read the author before and enjoyed her books. This one has a supernatural element that was interesting. But, it was difficult to like any of the characters. The conversations between Sarah and her teenage daughter Jade were horrible. I've raised a teen girl on my own and know how it is. This is not how it is. She was constantly disrespectful and annoying. There was too much time spent on this dynamic. I was more interested in the rekindled love story, which turned out to be a very minor part of the story. There was too much going on at once as well. Kidnapped girls, a stalker or two or three, daddy issues, messed up family dynamics. IMHO, just skip this book. It's not worth the effort.

Disappointed

I have read other Lisa Jackson books and enjoyed them. I ordered this book twice, once as hard cover book, then a second time as an ebook not remembering I'd ordered it! So I really thought I would like it, I expected it to be exciting and somewhat scary given what I'd read about it, however this story just wasn't interesting to me until about page 307, 70% of the book when it began to be a little more interesting. It was never really exciting or scary but I am the type of reader that once I start a book I really try to finish it and almost always do. I agree with one of the other reviewers who stated it didn't seem like it was written by Lisa Jackson. The story just didn't seem real, the motivation on the part of the pain character didn't seem enough, she just didn't seem believable to me. I liked the daughters' characters better, they seemed more real.