Saturday, April 8, 2023

Book Review and Giveaway Beautifully Broken Pieces by Catherine Cowles



BEAUTIFULLY BROKEN PIECES
by CATHERINE COWLES

A woman who’s lost everything.

Taylor is looking for peace and quiet away from the memories of all she’s lost. A small mountain town where no one knows her seems like the perfect escape.

A man battling the ghosts of his past.

Walker loves his life just the way it is. His town, his family, his brothers in blue. Everything simple and easy—until a chance encounter changes it all.

When Taylor’s solitude is interrupted by the rugged cop, they find that the very thing they were avoiding might be just what they both need. As their iron wills clash and passion flares…a killer lurks.

And you never know who might be caught in the crosshairs.


REVIEW: 4 STARS
"Even the happy memories...they break my heart."

PERFECT start to a new series!!! I am completely smitten. Walker is the man! *insert simultaneous sigh and heart eyes here.* I have read one other book by Catherine Cowles, but I can tell you with the beginning of this series, it will be one that I will follow closely and I plan on having them all signed and on my shelf!! Cowles' writing style breathes ease and comfort. Her words flow very easily and I found myself getting caught up in all the goings-on of this little town....and now I need to visit Sutter Lake! 

Immediately, the very beginning of this story spelled out the beauty of a small town romance where someone's word actually means something. People know everyone and when a new person comes to town...and most are there to help them fit in. Catherine Cowles writes the type of small town romance I absolutely adore. 

"You can lean back against me. I've got you."

A slow and sweet perusal into the possibilities of love after loss, this book gave me a chance to slow down and fall in love. Walker and Taylor were so in tune with each other - their banter and flirting causing me all the giddy feels, but they didn't even recognize it. That was so fun to watch it blossom. I loved watching their friendship being tip-toed around until they had no other choice but to give in. It was the most smile-inducing transition, mostly because I knew they had no choice - but the love was backed by a new best friend. They could fight it all they wanted, but the truth was right in front of their eyes!! 

Soft, sweet and an adventure all wrapped up into one. I quickly and easily fell in love with ALL the characters in this sleepy town of Sutter Lake....although, sleepy is a far cry from what I would call it. There was drama lurking around the corner, and for someone that doesn't typically enjoy romantic suspense, this one had me turning the pages! I couldn't put it down if I wanted to. It was set in/based on a small town in Oregon - and I live in a small town in Oregon as well, so that sure made it easy to envision the happenings and the whereabouts of everyone and everything happening. This one sure felt like 'home' to me. 

After falling in love with Sutter Lake's residents, I can't wait to see what Beautifully Broken Life brings. I am desperate for Liam's story and can't wait to read it!! Make sure you add this entire series to your TBR. It started out amazing and I am excited to see where it goes.

"You might not need anyone, Taylor, but maybe someone out there needs you. Just think about that."
~BEE


 



 


 


 

~MEET CATHERINE COWLES~
Writer of words. Drinker of Diet Cokes. Lover of all things cute and furry, especially her dog. Catherine has had her nose in a book since the time she could read and finally decided to write down some of her own stories. When she's not writing she can be found exploring her home state of Oregon, listening to true crime podcasts, or searching for her next book boyfriend.

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2 comments:

  1. I have yet to read one of her books even though I have quite a few of them sitting on my kindle! This review is just what I needed to move them up my tbr pile! Thank you for the wonderful review Bee!!

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