Chelle Bliss is at the top of her game with this raw and real story.
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Enshrine is a powerful, emotional book about persevering and evolving as a person. Events in our lives can force us to evolve as individuals and to realize that at times we need others to help us in our lives. For some people, this is hard to accept, yet necessary. The hero, Bruno, is a mystery to the heroine, Callie, who realizes her feelings for Bruno during a time in her life when she needs support from others. The emotions in this book are real and raw. Be prepared with the tissues for an ugly cry.
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Chelle Bliss writes sexy, funny, fast-paced, emotional, and hot!
But that's not Enshrine. But it is *exactly* Enshrine. Let me explain the premise of the story so you'll know what I mean.
Your life is flying by. All roads speed past go, and as you race by, you get your two grand and a two grand pair of shoes, too -- until suddenly, your brakes lock up.
Everything. Stops.
You're not in vacation spot, either, where stopping means relaxing. And there's no credit card retail therapy that can fix this lock up. The phone call that stopped everything in your life told you that things could possibly never be fixed, and you don't know what to do or where to turn or ... You just don't know anything anymore, so you shut out everything.
And one constant in your life - the one you didn't realize was more than just a smile everyday, but something you craved, is finally playing his hand. But now you're just too hyper scared of your own shadow, never mind letting anyone into your front door.
Tough. You're not doing this alone, he tells you. He helps you. You resist.
And here's where as a reader you think, "Where am I? This *is* a Chelle Bliss book right?"
You're absolutely right.
It's Chelle reinventing her storytelling. But she doesn't lose sexy, funny, fast-paced, emotional, and hot.
Oh Bruno. He's the silent type, but deeper than even his family knows. And for Callie, he's ... Watching. Seeing her through it all. Protecting her. Smiling beside her. Understanding. He gives Callie what she needs in every way whenever she needs it. Even when she resists, and even before she knows it's exactly what she needs.
You're not going to be able to stop once you pick it up. There's enough sexy without overshadowing the rest. And I LOVE the funny banter that always keeps up the smooth flow that *is* Chelle Bliss. Trust me. Every part of a Chelle Bliss book you love is inside Enshrine -- it's just rearranged to fit this beautiful, amazing, soul-clenching story. And this journey of life, love, and family is the best Chelle Bliss book yet.
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I voluntarily agreed to receive an ARC of this book for an honest review. Emotions can cause us to do a lot of foolish things as in the case of Isla. When she broke off her engagement with her ex, she did not expect him to put up a nude photo of her on the internet. With feelings of betrayal and mistrust, Isla eats her way to 25 kilos of added weight. With the help of her best friend who is also her cousin grace and a trainer Wes, Isla goes on a journey of finding her true self and self healing. The relationship between her and Wes intensifies and you can't help but feel proud of Isla. I loved this story
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Addicted to life on the road and an active participant of the rodeo we meet Texass pride and joy, Merek Slatter. He has an aura that will have women swooning over him, a personality that can either frustrate you or fall for him hard and has won the hearts of many fans from his bareback winning rides. He catches sight of the new woman in town and is tenacious to make her known to him.

The horseback rider, Challis Jones has come back to town and she is one tough cookie to not mess with. She has returned for one main reason and is determined to not let anyone or anything get in her way. Afraid to get too close and/or to open up she prefers to keep her personal life to herself (with the exception of her Aunt and Uncle) regardless of the gossip that are being said about her.

I am not really familiar with life on the ranch or the rodeo but HJ Bellus still gets me hook on her characters and continues to impress me with her words. The connection between Marek and Challis was one that had me wide eyed and concerned whenever they were facing things apart and or together and although they also had heated moments they were not always hearts and flowers feels which causes me to flinch when it comes to their actions. This book was not only about the connection between two opposite people with a growing attraction, it entailed some mystery and suspense aspect to the story while teaching us the true meaning of family.
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Everyone has a story. Valerie's story is dramatic. It is real; it is honestly raw and although it has an inspiring and successful conclusion; it is her travails that dominate the journey. I was one of her first readers and asked to submit this review. I have no conflicting relationship that would preclude an honest assessment.

A beautiful, successful and spiritual young woman of forty- two years of age who never was afraid of hard work, at the apogee of her law and entertainment careers, is thrown into the battle of her lifetime literally with the toss of her head.

Valerie suffered a VAD, a stroke that robbed her of her ability to walk, feed herself, attend to the necessary activities of daily life, altered her stunning appearance and left her without the spiritual centeredness so presence in her life because she lost the music of her soul. She lost her voice; her unique ability to express herself through song.

And so her story goes. About reliving the often agonizing challenges and frustrations for her faith and her soul. There is tremendous angst surrounding the loss of her very indentity. Fearing for her life as she fears she will never be the same woman. She learns a new determination as she slowly by slowly attacks the obstacles that stand in the way of her life, as she knew it.

A great deal of her reflections impress us with her willingness toward courage, compassion for herself and others and gratitude. I highly recommend this book. It is honest and hopeful in the face of hopelessness. Her joy is palpable as she takes all the steps inherent in learning how to sing her own key. I think most inspiring is her determination to push forward while she faces the real reactions we all inevitably face when life throws us completely off course. It is a triumph of the spirit, faith in goodness and an attitude of positive perseverance. Valerie was back in Italy this summer of 2016 studying and singing.

Barbara Negelow
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SHE HAS PROVEN WHY SHE IS STILL IN THE GAME SHE GETS BETTER AND BETTER WITH TIME.
THE STORY BETWEEN GUNZ AND GRAY WAS A TRUE LUV HOOD TALE. YOU WILL NOT BE DISAPPOINTED IN THIS BOOK. SHE AS TALKED ABOUT THE STRUGGLES AND HARD TIMES SHE HAS HAD IN THE GAME BUT SHE CONTINUES TO PROVE THAT NOTHING IS IMPOSSIBLE. SHE IS A TRUE FIGHTER.

I LOVE HER WORK AND WILL CONTINUE TO GO OUT AND SUPPORT HER.
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This was an amazing true story by a brave & strong woman.  I am so glad she made it out alive, along with the other two women and child.  It shows first hand how a person's desire to live is overwhelming and it teaches you to appreciate all of the things in life we take for granted.  A must read that you will never forget!
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Shattered Reality is a raw account of a young womans struggles in life and love. I gather this is a factional story, and I can well imagine the searing honesty of the narrative must have been disconcerting for some readers. Ms Perlins prose flows easily, and you immediately feels at home with the author as she steers you through Brooklyns adventures, misadventures, alarms and disappointments. I look forward to reading more of this trilogy, and would strongly recommend this work to those who enjoy an immersive experience in lifes deeper waters.
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It is hard to believe that so many events could have taken place in one woman's life, but I have met Gail, the author, and she is truthful and open.  Her account of her childhood with her ill sister impacting the family, with her hide-bound grandma making her life miserable and then suffering from Gail's tricks, with the boys, boys, boys consuming her mind - these combine to show us in part how she became the gutsy woman she grew into.  But gutsy or not, she hooked up with some very mean men along the way - and married some of them. Her struggle to free herself of these unsuitable marriages and become an independent, successful entrepreneur is gripping. You will laugh; you will cry; you will get very, very angry, and you will be inspired. Gail triumphs through it all because she is strong and because she had unexpected help along the way. Thank goodness she worked her way through the brambles of her life because now we get to read this account of a remarkable woman living on the shores of Lake Erie. Many women will relate to her story and some may even derive encouragement. And I believe, that is why Gail has been so open about the asses and angels she has met in her life. As she has said, if she can triumph over adversity, so can others.
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This book is so real and raw that it makes you want to fight the good fight of faith right alongside the main character Lennox!

Make sure you put some time aside because once you start reading, you won't be able to put it down! Definitely is a must read!!
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An intense ride through love lost, fame and the dark rabbit hole it can take those who are unprepared down into its depths. In this book Suzie Carr does what Suzie Carr does best, grabbing the reader and captivating them with a story that feels so real you begin to feel the emotions. The beginning of this  about Becca James, a child fascinated with music and a guitar named Tangerine Twist. Suzie Carr then takes you through her rise to fame and fall form grace and losing the things she valued the most. Some may not find this book a good read, but if you read close enough, will all can find a piece of ourselves within the page. A must read, not just once but again and again.
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Well, I think that Chelle have stolen the hearts of all her readers with another fantastic story. She brought me to tears more than once while I was reading Callies story. I didn't have any other choice but to feel every emotion she was going through. I cried when she found out her news, I cried when she was secluding herself from the world, I bawled when she came to terms with what she was going to through, and I bawled some more because she thought she should and could go through this trying time by herself. The thing is she was betting on Bruno being the man that he turned out be, he was there for her and help save her from herself. Thats the come to Jesus moment in this book, because a lot of us have this independence and believe that we can go through everything on our own, and I was so happy to see Chelle highlight the fact that even though Callie believed she had it all together it was ok to fall apart this one time, but Bruno made sure she did do the whole pity party for long. One of my favorite parts of the book was her cutting her hair, I got so choked up, it shows that the little things we take for granted one day well have it the next we dont. Then the gesture that Bruno gave, my goodness how can I not fall in love with him even more. I actually bawled right with Callie in that moment, he was able to communicate with her on a different level of understanding. I could go on and on about this book man, I just couldn't put it down once I started. Im writing this review and remembering everything I am getting very teary eyed. Thank you so much Chelle for sharing this story with us, I love every single minute of it.
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I CAN-CER VIVE is an open book to the life of Monya Williams. It is RAW and REAL. Monya tells her life story from as early as she can remember. She invites you to take a walk with her on her battle with cancer. Monya displays her strong faith, the joy of her children, her amazing love for her husband, and so much more. I CAN-CER VIVE reminds us how important it is to live each day to its fullest. This book is a must read!
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Better than reality television!  I couldn't put this book down!  What an incredible story of Marcia's life journey.  It truly will make you laugh out loud, and cry, all at the same time. I couldn't believe the honesty that went into telling her story.  No fluff here... it's the real deal.  Her story touched my heart, as I'm sure it will yours, too.
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Jessop's story is amazing.  I'm so impressed that she was able to rescue herself and her family from the cruelty that she lived in.  She paints a very realistic picture of her life with the FLDS.  Her writing is only so-so but the tale is worth it.  I wish her and her family continued success in everything they do.
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Toni and Lucky's story is heartrendingly raw. From their mutual junior high crush on one another to the  event that finally catapults them into a tenuous relationship complicated by traumatic pasts fraught with guilt and regret. My heart sang to watch Toni's transition from a guilt ridden girl filled with insecurity due to the hand that Fate seemed intent on dealing her into the passionate, courageous woman who would stop at nothing to protect what she loves, allowing herself to be gentled through self acceptance and forgiveness.
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Yuliana Kim-Grant comes out strong in her first published novel. The depth of intimacy she shares with her characters and her communication of their inner and outer struggles is nothing short of stunning. Most importantly, the story is completely real. I was 100% there from start to finish. The clarity and precision of the writing never wavers. Highly recommended.