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Love Story #3
Broken Love Story
When one man’s death exposes a complex web of lies, three couples discover the true meaning of love, loss and redemption.
Samantha
I had the perfect life; a husband who loved me, and two kids who were my world.
Until someone else answered his phone and my perfect life shattered.
When he died, I was left with answers he couldn't give me and a box full of lies.
He left me broken.
Blake
I fell in love when I was fifteen, knowing she was the one.
For five years, she was my everything—my every breath, every heartbeat, every thought.
She made me promise to move on, promise to find love again, but I broke those promises because I can't move on.
Two broken souls brought together by tragedy and heartbreak.
Can a broken love story be fixed?
Samantha
I had the perfect life; a husband who loved me, and two kids who were my world.
Until someone else answered his phone and my perfect life shattered.
When he died, I was left with answers he couldn't give me and a box full of lies.
He left me broken.
Blake
I fell in love when I was fifteen, knowing she was the one.
For five years, she was my everything—my every breath, every heartbeat, every thought.
She made me promise to move on, promise to find love again, but I broke those promises because I can't move on.
Two broken souls brought together by tragedy and heartbreak.
Can a broken love story be fixed?
276 pages, Kindle Edition
First published July 10, 2018
About the author
Natasha Madison
69 books7,061 followersWhen Wall Street Journal and USA Today Best Selling Author's nose isn't buried in a book, or her fingers flying across a keyboard writing, she's in the kitchen creating gourmet meals. You can find her, in four inch heels no less, in the car chauffeuring kids, or possibly with her husband scheduling his business trips. It's a good thing her characters do what she says, because even her Labrador doesn't listen to her...
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December 13, 2018
4.5 stars
I was skeptical about this book, but it turned out to be the BEST book in this series!
Beautiful love story!
Amazing and strong heroine. Loved how she stood up for herself and her kids, loved how she grew the backbone!
Great hero. Genuinely good man!
Some side characters and events were a bit exaggerated, but overall it was a very emotional and lovely read.
Possible triggers: both MCs had deceased exes, but it was solved very nice and respectful.
I was skeptical about this book, but it turned out to be the BEST book in this series!
Beautiful love story!
Amazing and strong heroine. Loved how she stood up for herself and her kids, loved how she grew the backbone!
Great hero. Genuinely good man!
Some side characters and events were a bit exaggerated, but overall it was a very emotional and lovely read.
Possible triggers: both MCs had deceased exes, but it was solved very nice and respectful.
“What if you find someone who is just as broken as you are and together, you’re whole.”
July 11, 2018
I’ve never cheered for a heroine so much like I did with this heroine. Her strength amazed me. How she was able to pick herself after everything that happened to her. She was an amazing mother.
Hero was a good man.. I liked how he became her friend despite everything.
Although I did wanted to slap Crystal’s face when she met the heroine. I get that she had her cousin’s back but the way she acted with the heroine when she met her had me wanting to bitch slap the woman.
For a moment I was scared because he also was a broken man. I needed for someone to loved the heroine whole heartedly. And he does there’s no doubt in my mind of that.
I liked his parents very much, how they supported the heroine when she needed the most.
I was a bit scared when the heroine’s husband fake wife (heroine from book 1) met her for the first time. I’m glad she didn’t blamed the heroine. I was happy she was able to help her too.
My goodness, how I cried when she read the cheating bastard’s letter, I wanted to hug her and give her comfort.
Im happy that i loved this book. But im only giving it 4 stars because i needed more couple time.
I wanted her in laws to suffer for everything they did to her. Honestly it wasn’t enough with what they got. 🤬
Sweet epilogue.
Safety:
Safe. Hero has been celibate for 7 years after the death of his girlfriend.
Hero was a good man.. I liked how he became her friend despite everything.
Although I did wanted to slap Crystal’s face when she met the heroine. I get that she had her cousin’s back but the way she acted with the heroine when she met her had me wanting to bitch slap the woman.
For a moment I was scared because he also was a broken man. I needed for someone to loved the heroine whole heartedly. And he does there’s no doubt in my mind of that.
I liked his parents very much, how they supported the heroine when she needed the most.
I was a bit scared when the heroine’s husband fake wife (heroine from book 1) met her for the first time. I’m glad she didn’t blamed the heroine. I was happy she was able to help her too.
My goodness, how I cried when she read the cheating bastard’s letter, I wanted to hug her and give her comfort.
Im happy that i loved this book. But im only giving it 4 stars because i needed more couple time.
I wanted her in laws to suffer for everything they did to her. Honestly it wasn’t enough with what they got. 🤬
Sweet epilogue.
Safety:
Safe. Hero has been celibate for 7 years after the death of his girlfriend.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
July 22, 2018
3.5 stars
It could be 3 or 4, I just couldn't decide because it is exactly what it is, 3.5 stars for me...
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Well, I've done something I guess I never did before and read Book 3 in a series without reading Book 1 or 2. Maybe you had better follow the order to get to know these people better.
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The Plot:
We have a deceased husband at the very beginning of the book and two wives left behind!
Yes, two !!!
With the death of the bastard, those women discover what a cheat he was.
One was married to him for nearly 10 years and they had 2 daughters and the other was married to him for 6 months after dating him for nearly a year.
Neither of the women knew about each other.
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The hero in the book is the brother of the 2nd wife - the secret one. The heroine is the wife with two children.
Honestly, their being friends and falling in love with each other wasn't convincing for me. It just happened too fast. He sees her at the funeral, looks at her eyes and discovers the anger behind the sadness. One day, he goes to her house with his cousin to ask some questions about Eric - the dead bastard. Then, she starts to call him to ask about his sister's fake marriage, how Eric treated his sister, how they met etc. And this is how they become involved with each other and start to care about one another - too smoothly in a situation like that.
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The hero once loved a girl and lost her 7 years ago as she had cancer. He has been celibate since then. No other girlfriend or anything. So for the very first time in 7 years, he starts to be interested in a woman, care about her, wants to be there for her etc.
I can understand that the heart wants what it wants and you cannot choose who you will fall in love with but this has happened in a way that wasn't very convincing, as I said. Blake, the hero, was there for the heroine, Samantha, more than he was there for his sister, Hailey. It was weird. One day they are talking about Eric & Hailey, and another day they think they have fallen in love...
Well, to cut it short, I just didn't understand how they fell in love - period! Both the hero and the heroine were broken for different reasons but the hero was broken for 7 years whereas the heroine was just recently broken. Maybe, it also felt too soon for me for her to fall in love a few weeks after her husband's death, which made it less convincing for me.
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After they fell in love, everything was too sweet and emotional. I liked how they bonded and how they started to set up a new life together. The dead husband's family was as awful as their son but Blake's whole family was just awesome. The two daughters were so sweet and they made me cry a few times, especially when they talked to Hailey - the secret wife.
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The book is mostly about Samantha's struggle to move on with her new life while struggling with the attacks of her in-laws while Blake and his family are helping her. So if you need a romance book, this won't cut it. The romance is the secondary topic in this book. And if you need something hot, again this is not it, it has a few scenes that are tastefully written towards the end but I can't say they are hot, they are just OK.
However, all in all, it is a book that has a story to tell and it kept my attention the whole night until I finished it and that says something :)
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My main criticisms:
- As I said before, their falling in love happens too fast without much chemistry or attraction but mostly with friendship and moral support. I wasn't satisfied with the "falling in love" part.
And as for the hero, I respect that he mourned for his first love and thought he would never love again but staying celibate for 7 years was a bit too much again, in my opinion. So whereas the heroine's falling in love after a few weeks was too soon, the hero's touching another woman for the first time after 7 years was a bit too late. I mean 7 years is a bit too long for me to believe it would happen, not that it shouldn’t happen.
- The revelation about the in-laws towards the end of the book during the court case was a bit too much/too forced, in my opinion. I mean, what was the point of it? Samantha could have easily won her case without that stupid revelation!
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The writing:
- It is told in dual point of view.
- The tone is not depressing at all despite the traumatic events. It doesn’t make you ugly cry.
- The writing is simple, not elaborate. It didn’t make me feel as much as a sad story like this should have and I believe it was because of its simplistic/plain writing.
- It is short - 200 pages.
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Recommended to readers who want to read a safe angst-free emotional book that doesn't cause ugly crying. As a plus, it has a decent hero and a strong lovely heroine :)
It could be 3 or 4, I just couldn't decide because it is exactly what it is, 3.5 stars for me...
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Well, I've done something I guess I never did before and read Book 3 in a series without reading Book 1 or 2. Maybe you had better follow the order to get to know these people better.
***********************************************
The Plot:
We have a deceased husband at the very beginning of the book and two wives left behind!
Yes, two !!!
With the death of the bastard, those women discover what a cheat he was.
One was married to him for nearly 10 years and they had 2 daughters and the other was married to him for 6 months after dating him for nearly a year.
Neither of the women knew about each other.
***********************************************
The hero in the book is the brother of the 2nd wife - the secret one. The heroine is the wife with two children.
Honestly, their being friends and falling in love with each other wasn't convincing for me. It just happened too fast. He sees her at the funeral, looks at her eyes and discovers the anger behind the sadness. One day, he goes to her house with his cousin to ask some questions about Eric - the dead bastard. Then, she starts to call him to ask about his sister's fake marriage, how Eric treated his sister, how they met etc. And this is how they become involved with each other and start to care about one another - too smoothly in a situation like that.
***********************************************
The hero once loved a girl and lost her 7 years ago as she had cancer. He has been celibate since then. No other girlfriend or anything. So for the very first time in 7 years, he starts to be interested in a woman, care about her, wants to be there for her etc.
I can understand that the heart wants what it wants and you cannot choose who you will fall in love with but this has happened in a way that wasn't very convincing, as I said. Blake, the hero, was there for the heroine, Samantha, more than he was there for his sister, Hailey. It was weird. One day they are talking about Eric & Hailey, and another day they think they have fallen in love...
Well, to cut it short, I just didn't understand how they fell in love - period! Both the hero and the heroine were broken for different reasons but the hero was broken for 7 years whereas the heroine was just recently broken. Maybe, it also felt too soon for me for her to fall in love a few weeks after her husband's death, which made it less convincing for me.
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After they fell in love, everything was too sweet and emotional. I liked how they bonded and how they started to set up a new life together. The dead husband's family was as awful as their son but Blake's whole family was just awesome. The two daughters were so sweet and they made me cry a few times, especially when they talked to Hailey - the secret wife.
***********************************************
The book is mostly about Samantha's struggle to move on with her new life while struggling with the attacks of her in-laws while Blake and his family are helping her. So if you need a romance book, this won't cut it. The romance is the secondary topic in this book. And if you need something hot, again this is not it, it has a few scenes that are tastefully written towards the end but I can't say they are hot, they are just OK.
However, all in all, it is a book that has a story to tell and it kept my attention the whole night until I finished it and that says something :)
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My main criticisms:
- As I said before, their falling in love happens too fast without much chemistry or attraction but mostly with friendship and moral support. I wasn't satisfied with the "falling in love" part.
And as for the hero, I respect that he mourned for his first love and thought he would never love again but staying celibate for 7 years was a bit too much again, in my opinion. So whereas the heroine's falling in love after a few weeks was too soon, the hero's touching another woman for the first time after 7 years was a bit too late. I mean 7 years is a bit too long for me to believe it would happen, not that it shouldn’t happen.
- The revelation about the in-laws towards the end of the book during the court case was a bit too much/too forced, in my opinion. I mean, what was the point of it? Samantha could have easily won her case without that stupid revelation!
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The writing:
- It is told in dual point of view.
- The tone is not depressing at all despite the traumatic events. It doesn’t make you ugly cry.
- The writing is simple, not elaborate. It didn’t make me feel as much as a sad story like this should have and I believe it was because of its simplistic/plain writing.
- It is short - 200 pages.
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Recommended to readers who want to read a safe angst-free emotional book that doesn't cause ugly crying. As a plus, it has a decent hero and a strong lovely heroine :)
September 2, 2018
I was going to skip this book, but when I read Leonor's review
(here), I changed my mind.
I loved the story and cheered for our heroine and I wished Eric's soul was burning in the marble of hell.
Our hero is wonderful!
I cried and became emotional in several passages of the book.
I had already imagined what would happen, I think the fruit does not fall far from the tree. It was just as I imagined.
I finished reading with a good feeling, which is rare lately.
Kudos to the author.
(here), I changed my mind.
I loved the story and cheered for our heroine and I wished Eric's soul was burning in the marble of hell.
Our hero is wonderful!
I cried and became emotional in several passages of the book.
I had already imagined what would happen, I think the fruit does not fall far from the tree. It was just as I imagined.
I finished reading with a good feeling, which is rare lately.
Kudos to the author.
My hopes, my dreams—everything got buried the day we lowered her casket into the ground. I went through the motions, pretending I was okay when inside, I was empty. I was hollow; it was gone. My heart was still beating, my breath was still coming, but I wasn’t there.
I had a mini breakdown seven or eight months ago because I thought he was cheating. I looked for the signs, even looked in his phone when he was sleeping, but didn’t find anything.
“We’ve been married twelve years. We have girls.”
“Well,” Elliot now talks, “he lied to her, so I don’t really think it’s all her fault.”
...the kitchen quietly as I listen to them talk. “He used his middle name and told them he was an orphan.”
Defeated is a word that you use so many times not really understanding what can actually defeat you. I know now, my husband dying, him cheating on me, my kids without a father, my dreams of growing old with him gone. Beaten straight down to my core, straight down to my bones.
“She is more broken than Hailey is,” Crystal whispers. “Hailey can forget about him, but she will never be able to move on.”
I’m jealous of the love he had for her. Jealous that no one ever loved me so fiercely. Not once.
He loved her,” I say with a sob. “Loving me made him but loving her completed him.”
“I gave him everything,” she says, grabbing my shirt in her tiny hand. “I gave up everything for him,” she says quietly so as not to wake the girls. “My dream job,” she says as her sobs soften and her breathing hiccups.
“That I was just okay, but Hailey was the one who completed him.”
Of course, I went and fell in love with a broken man who could never love me back.
July 12, 2018
Kiki is a sobbing mess just about covers it.
October 7, 2018
3.5 Stars
The grandpa reveal was ridiculous but I did love the heroine and her girls!
The grandpa reveal was ridiculous but I did love the heroine and her girls!
July 8, 2018
Five Healing Stars *****
I simply adored this book. Samantha who was also a victim of Eric’s horrible actions decided to become a survivor instead. And Blake, the man with the broken heart; went from being her lifeline to her salvation. Beautiful!!!!!
Samantha too, thought she finally had the life she always dreamed of. After being born a crack baby, and growing up alone in the system; she had a handsome husband, two beautiful children and had married into a sweet family. But when the awful lies of her husband come crashing down, her reality goes from sweet to sour in an instant.
Her husband had unlawfully married another woman and had been living a double life for months. Her in-laws turn on her for wanting to purge the cheater from her life, and when she’s feeling alone and desperate the only one there for her is the “other woman’s” brother, Blake.
Blake had loved and lost, and it’s been years since he’s even thought about even looking at another woman. But when he meets Samantha, something inside her eyes, struck deep within him, and he can’t seem to stay away from her.
Blake and Samantha become close friends. He is helping her heal from the terrible ordeal her husband left her with after dying, but little did he know that she would also be healing his broken heart.
I love how the bad actions of one man could cause such an amazing chain reaction of love. We get three different love stories, from all different angles but equally stunning and sweet. As a reader, you can’t help but fall in love with every single one. I’m soooo happy I read this series.
I simply adored this book. Samantha who was also a victim of Eric’s horrible actions decided to become a survivor instead. And Blake, the man with the broken heart; went from being her lifeline to her salvation. Beautiful!!!!!
Samantha too, thought she finally had the life she always dreamed of. After being born a crack baby, and growing up alone in the system; she had a handsome husband, two beautiful children and had married into a sweet family. But when the awful lies of her husband come crashing down, her reality goes from sweet to sour in an instant.
Her husband had unlawfully married another woman and had been living a double life for months. Her in-laws turn on her for wanting to purge the cheater from her life, and when she’s feeling alone and desperate the only one there for her is the “other woman’s” brother, Blake.
Blake had loved and lost, and it’s been years since he’s even thought about even looking at another woman. But when he meets Samantha, something inside her eyes, struck deep within him, and he can’t seem to stay away from her.
Blake and Samantha become close friends. He is helping her heal from the terrible ordeal her husband left her with after dying, but little did he know that she would also be healing his broken heart.
I love how the bad actions of one man could cause such an amazing chain reaction of love. We get three different love stories, from all different angles but equally stunning and sweet. As a reader, you can’t help but fall in love with every single one. I’m soooo happy I read this series.
April 9, 2021
I was slightly worried about this book knowing it was going to be Blake & Samantha’s story. It was easy to see how their relationship came about it was just concerning me how it would all play out and if it would be believable. I am very happy to say I thoroughly enjoyed this book from start to finish. It had several twist throughout that kept it interesting.
This is an emotional read, I think for anyone, but if you have had a significant other pass away it might be very tough on you.
Samantha we know was Erica’s wife from the first book in the series. Now Erica is dead and she has to navigate her way through losing her husband, finding out he had a whole other life and raising her 2 young daughters all alone.
Even though Blake is Hailey’s (the “other woman’s”) brother, he might just have the answers to at least some of the many questions Samantha has concerning her late husband’s other life.
The way this couples relationship progressed felt very authentic. I like that Blake saw something in Samantha that made him want to be her friend and help her through her grief, which in returned seemed to really be helping him to finally move on in his own life.
Such a lovely story!!
This is an emotional read, I think for anyone, but if you have had a significant other pass away it might be very tough on you.
Samantha we know was Erica’s wife from the first book in the series. Now Erica is dead and she has to navigate her way through losing her husband, finding out he had a whole other life and raising her 2 young daughters all alone.
Even though Blake is Hailey’s (the “other woman’s”) brother, he might just have the answers to at least some of the many questions Samantha has concerning her late husband’s other life.
The way this couples relationship progressed felt very authentic. I like that Blake saw something in Samantha that made him want to be her friend and help her through her grief, which in returned seemed to really be helping him to finally move on in his own life.
Such a lovely story!!
July 12, 2018
“What would you change if you could?”
Natasha Madison is no stranger to my TOP FAVORITES list, and what she brought to the table with BROKEN LOVE STORY, the EPIC finale to her Love Series, just BLEW ME AWAY emotionally, mentally, and physically. Talk about two broken souls brought together by tragedy after tragedy…I’m just so speechless. The crazy thing is, is that I knew what was coming because I’ve read the two books before and it revolves around a single event, and it still completely shattered my heart. With BROKEN LOVE STORY we learn why Blake is a broken man with a huge hole in his heart and I was wrecked! The way this author brought Samantha and Blake together in such a prolific way, but at the same time it was tasteful, beautiful, and magical…I couldn’t have dreamt for a better happily ever after for them.
All of these characters in this series have touched and warmed my heart in some way or another. Natasha Madison creates characters that stick with you…characters that bury themselves so deep into your soul, they become unforgettable. And that’s what Hailey, Jensen, Crystal, Gabe, Samantha, and Blake are…UNFORGETTABLE! Bravo to this author for making me bawl my eyes out, for making me feel so damn much, and for making a statement in this genre. You are a true talent, my friend, and I can’t wait to see what you WOW us with next!
July 3, 2018
“You think you know? You have no idea!”
4.5 loved-up stars
Ooooohhhhhhh, so beautiful!!! The ending of this series was gearing up to be a good one, and Natasha Madison did not disappoint! She has given us a heartfelt, emotional story that is sweet, swoony and so freaking romantic! With a slow burn romance, a whole lot of surprises and all the feels, I devoured this book in one sitting and I absolutely loved it.
This is Blake and Samantha’s story, and it gives us the other side of the drama that began this series, and I was captivated from start to finish! Just a note – you could read this as a standalone, but it will be SO much more meaningful if you read the books in order and enjoy it as a whole. Oh, and randomly – that cover is so, so perfect! *dreamy sigh*.
Samantha thought she had a great life. After growing up alone in the system, she married Eric, a man she loved with her whole heart, she was loved by his family who she claimed as her own, and they had two beautiful girls that she cherishes. Sure, things have been a bit strained between them over the last year or so, and things aren’t as perfect as they once were, but still she treasures the happiness she has found and the life they built together. Until it’s all ripped away. Her husband has been killed in an accident, and it appears he has a second family – a secret wife he married only six months previously, and her whole life is a lie.
Blake is the protective older brother of Hailey – the ‘second’ wife of Eric. He is torn apart at seeing his sister so devastated, and when he goes to see Samantha for answers, he is shocked to see a woman who is just as much a victim as his sister, but who is somehow holding it together, and her resilience impresses him. And when, in desperation, Samantha reaches out to him looking for answers, he is there for her.
I freaking LOVE these two together! Things are a little strained between them at first, but the phone calls and texts as Samantha sorts out the truth from the lies are honest and respectful, and slowly become friendly. That friendship soon becomes a flirtation, which soon becomes a whole lot more.
But as broken as Samantha is, Blake is just as shattered. He gave his heart away to his first love, and he’s never been able to move on, and OMG, I ached for him! His loyalty to his lost love is so beautiful. He knows he’s never been able to get over her, he hasn’t even tried, but finally here is somebody in front of him that makes him start to see a different future for himself.
It’s beautiful, heartfelt and so freaking swoony as slowly, honestly, openly and unreservedly, Blake and Samantha begin to fall for each other.
I love both Blake and Samantha so much! And I love how so much of this story was about their individual journeys. They both had a lot of healing to do, and though they helped each other to do that, they had to stand strong on their own as well, and I loved that that became such a big part of the story. There is drama that they need to deal with – for Samantha in particular, who gets plenty of opportunities to shine - and when the unthinkable happens, it’s going to take all of their strength to get through it.
This is such a special story. It’s well written, the drama is heartfelt and intense without becoming angsty and frustrating, and it’s all so functional! There’s no lies or game playing, it’s just two people figuring things out and slowly moving forward, and I love that! And the twists and surprises kept me on my toes as it all played out.
Samantha’s daughters are just adorable, and bring so much to the story. Samantha’s relationship with them is so gorgeous, and of course seeing Blake with them will have ovaries quivering everywhere! And Blake’s family absolutely rocks. We’ve met them before, of course, but his parents are up close and personal in this one, and I love them! And we get to catch up with the characters from previous books, which I really enjoyed.
This is a story of heartache and healing, of finding yourself and opening yourself up to love again. It’s a beautifully slow burning, functional romance with well-written drama and a whole lot of sweet, funny moments and swoon, and it ends beautifully with an epilogue that had me grinning madly and hugging my kindle to my chest.
Madison totally did these characters justice with this story, and I loved it – 4.5 stars.
An Advanced Review Copy was generously provided by the author in exchange for an honest review.
4.5 loved-up stars
Ooooohhhhhhh, so beautiful!!! The ending of this series was gearing up to be a good one, and Natasha Madison did not disappoint! She has given us a heartfelt, emotional story that is sweet, swoony and so freaking romantic! With a slow burn romance, a whole lot of surprises and all the feels, I devoured this book in one sitting and I absolutely loved it.
This is Blake and Samantha’s story, and it gives us the other side of the drama that began this series, and I was captivated from start to finish! Just a note – you could read this as a standalone, but it will be SO much more meaningful if you read the books in order and enjoy it as a whole. Oh, and randomly – that cover is so, so perfect! *dreamy sigh*.
Samantha thought she had a great life. After growing up alone in the system, she married Eric, a man she loved with her whole heart, she was loved by his family who she claimed as her own, and they had two beautiful girls that she cherishes. Sure, things have been a bit strained between them over the last year or so, and things aren’t as perfect as they once were, but still she treasures the happiness she has found and the life they built together. Until it’s all ripped away. Her husband has been killed in an accident, and it appears he has a second family – a secret wife he married only six months previously, and her whole life is a lie.
Blake is the protective older brother of Hailey – the ‘second’ wife of Eric. He is torn apart at seeing his sister so devastated, and when he goes to see Samantha for answers, he is shocked to see a woman who is just as much a victim as his sister, but who is somehow holding it together, and her resilience impresses him. And when, in desperation, Samantha reaches out to him looking for answers, he is there for her.
I freaking LOVE these two together! Things are a little strained between them at first, but the phone calls and texts as Samantha sorts out the truth from the lies are honest and respectful, and slowly become friendly. That friendship soon becomes a flirtation, which soon becomes a whole lot more.
But as broken as Samantha is, Blake is just as shattered. He gave his heart away to his first love, and he’s never been able to move on, and OMG, I ached for him! His loyalty to his lost love is so beautiful. He knows he’s never been able to get over her, he hasn’t even tried, but finally here is somebody in front of him that makes him start to see a different future for himself.
“I can’t love anyone. I’m broken,” I tell her the truth. “Half of me is broken.”
“What if you find someone who is just as broken as you are and” - she swallows, and her hand comes to my face ans she cups my cheek in her hand - “together, you’re whole.”
It’s beautiful, heartfelt and so freaking swoony as slowly, honestly, openly and unreservedly, Blake and Samantha begin to fall for each other.
“What would you change if you could?”
“I would have kissed you tonight before I left.”
I love both Blake and Samantha so much! And I love how so much of this story was about their individual journeys. They both had a lot of healing to do, and though they helped each other to do that, they had to stand strong on their own as well, and I loved that that became such a big part of the story. There is drama that they need to deal with – for Samantha in particular, who gets plenty of opportunities to shine - and when the unthinkable happens, it’s going to take all of their strength to get through it.
This is such a special story. It’s well written, the drama is heartfelt and intense without becoming angsty and frustrating, and it’s all so functional! There’s no lies or game playing, it’s just two people figuring things out and slowly moving forward, and I love that! And the twists and surprises kept me on my toes as it all played out.
Samantha’s daughters are just adorable, and bring so much to the story. Samantha’s relationship with them is so gorgeous, and of course seeing Blake with them will have ovaries quivering everywhere! And Blake’s family absolutely rocks. We’ve met them before, of course, but his parents are up close and personal in this one, and I love them! And we get to catch up with the characters from previous books, which I really enjoyed.
This is a story of heartache and healing, of finding yourself and opening yourself up to love again. It’s a beautifully slow burning, functional romance with well-written drama and a whole lot of sweet, funny moments and swoon, and it ends beautifully with an epilogue that had me grinning madly and hugging my kindle to my chest.
“You were my lifeline, and you didn’t even know … and then you took the broken in me and mended me … My lifeline became my salvation … And my salvation became love.”
Madison totally did these characters justice with this story, and I loved it – 4.5 stars.
An Advanced Review Copy was generously provided by the author in exchange for an honest review.
July 10, 2018
Broken love was an all consuming story of heartbreak and worlds ripped apart. This story is full of emotion, anguish, anger and moving forward when everything is trying to hold you back.
I’ll be honest I wasn’t sure how Samantha’s story was going to be told. Knowing who she is and even knowing that the past events were not her fault it was still hard to think that her and Blake would be good for each other all thing considered.
Blake’s closes himself off as well and his story is just as sweet as it is heartbreaking.
This story definitely gives the feels and had my heart in the back of my throat multiple times. A definite must read.
I’ll be honest I wasn’t sure how Samantha’s story was going to be told. Knowing who she is and even knowing that the past events were not her fault it was still hard to think that her and Blake would be good for each other all thing considered.
Blake’s closes himself off as well and his story is just as sweet as it is heartbreaking.
This story definitely gives the feels and had my heart in the back of my throat multiple times. A definite must read.
July 13, 2018
This was my favorite book in this series. Blake was everything a good book hero should be. Samantha was a strong heroine and I loved how she loved her girls. Slow burn and well developed chemistry with these characters- I really enjoyed this book!
May 2, 2019
So good!
I loved Blake and Samantha's story! So heartbreaking what everyone in this series endured but yet was still able to find their HEA.
I loved Blake and Samantha's story! So heartbreaking what everyone in this series endured but yet was still able to find their HEA.
July 11, 2018
4.5 Stars
Oh this story broke me so much more than the first book in this trilogy and I loved it!! Sounds crazy but I love when an author is able to make me feel so much in books.
The title pretty much explains this book - your heart will get broken but Madison does mend it right back up. I was so very excited to read this story since the beginning because I wanted to see what Samantha had endured during this all this. Before I continue - let me clarify that you must read these books in order or you will be so lost and not understand everything.
As I was saying, this book is Samantha's (and Blake's) story. They are both broken souls who happen to drift one another when her husband is killed and she finds out that he has been cheating on her (this surprise is let out of the bag in the first book).
Not only does she have to mourn the death of her cheating husband, she has to live with unanswered questions and continue to do so while raising their two daughters. But that is not all that she has to deal with - her new start just gets worse (read the book to find out more). But through it all, she finds compassion and strength in Blake - a man who would not have entered her life had her husband not cheated on her with Blake's sister. Oh yea - let the shit hit the fan!!
I won't say anymore on this book. I feel like I have already given too much away, even though it's pretty much what the synopsis gives you. LOL
Natasha writes a very enticing, heart-pounding romance where love is found in the most unexpected places. Some readers may feel that she did not grieve long enough and fell in love too fast (honestly, I am surprised that I don't feel this way). But it's Natasha's writing that makes this all flow so smoothly and seamless that it feels natural.
This series is one I highly recommend to read. Just prepare for your heart to go through some beatings and need a few stiches in the end.
Oh this story broke me so much more than the first book in this trilogy and I loved it!! Sounds crazy but I love when an author is able to make me feel so much in books.
The title pretty much explains this book - your heart will get broken but Madison does mend it right back up. I was so very excited to read this story since the beginning because I wanted to see what Samantha had endured during this all this. Before I continue - let me clarify that you must read these books in order or you will be so lost and not understand everything.
As I was saying, this book is Samantha's (and Blake's) story. They are both broken souls who happen to drift one another when her husband is killed and she finds out that he has been cheating on her (this surprise is let out of the bag in the first book).
Not only does she have to mourn the death of her cheating husband, she has to live with unanswered questions and continue to do so while raising their two daughters. But that is not all that she has to deal with - her new start just gets worse (read the book to find out more). But through it all, she finds compassion and strength in Blake - a man who would not have entered her life had her husband not cheated on her with Blake's sister. Oh yea - let the shit hit the fan!!
I won't say anymore on this book. I feel like I have already given too much away, even though it's pretty much what the synopsis gives you. LOL
Natasha writes a very enticing, heart-pounding romance where love is found in the most unexpected places. Some readers may feel that she did not grieve long enough and fell in love too fast (honestly, I am surprised that I don't feel this way). But it's Natasha's writing that makes this all flow so smoothly and seamless that it feels natural.
This series is one I highly recommend to read. Just prepare for your heart to go through some beatings and need a few stiches in the end.
May 2, 2020
What an incredible end to a great series!
The story is well written and you just can't stop reading it.
The hero Blake is an amazing human being I love his loyalty and the heroine Samantha is probably one of my favorite she rise up from the fire like a phoenix and she is such a great mother.
The story is well written and you just can't stop reading it.
The hero Blake is an amazing human being I love his loyalty and the heroine Samantha is probably one of my favorite she rise up from the fire like a phoenix and she is such a great mother.
July 12, 2018
REVIEW: 4-4.5 STARS
"This is how my perfect life became broken."
When I tell you this is the must read series of the year for sweet and engaging storylines, I mean it when I say this is the series you need to read. Let go of your problems, pick up these books, and just smile your way through the entire series. I'm serious. While they are very light on actuality in some aspects, they are very, very on point with sexy and sweet, engaging and perfect.
I said it already in one of my reviews for this series, and I'll say it again....this isn't my normal read. This isn't even a style I would shout out, but dammit if her stories aren't inviting and warm and make you smile!! This has to be one of my FAVORITE series of the year. It completely took me by surprise by how much I loved it! The way she tells her stories, it's with a no nonsense, quick and blunt way to get her story across: to the point and I loved it! It works. There is no dillly-dallying around. What surprises me the most is that I barely highlighted ANYTHING in this book....and that's not my normal. I'm usually a highlighting fool. I was just so caught up in their story that I just whipped right through it. I'm serious when I say I loved this...I truly did.
Here's what stuck out to me the most. With this one's very enticing, very eye-opening tagline, I was immediately sucked in to the entire series. Favorite tagline of the YEAR! Not only did we get three points of views on the exact same occurrence with each book in this series, not ONE of them was the same and bored me or felt repetitive. When we got Hailey's POV in Perfect Love Story, I was in her shoes. I felt her pain. I loved and lost with her. When we got to Crystal's POV in Unexpected Love Story, I teared up a tiny bit with seeing how she was feeling for Hailey and what she could do to try and help. So sweet, that Crystal was. But when I got to this one, Blake's mental discussions were so sad and so protective. Totally made me fall deeper in love with him. I already loved him from the moment I saw him take action in Perfect Love Story, so when I finally got to his POV, I was completely consumed by him. A young man with his head on his shoulders, and his priorities and morals were in tact. Floored. In love. Happy as can be. This series was truly the easiest read I've had in a while and this book was the perfect finish for it!!
There were two timeline inconsistencies that I noted while reading this one, but nothing that really messed with the overall flow of the story or the book, so it didn't truly affect me on an enjoyment level. All in all, this series gave me nothing but smiles. Ok, and a few tears....but nothing but giggles and smiles. I *loved* it! I cannot recommend it enough for those of you that want a light, fun and easy read that's guaranteed to make you smile.
With this being my first series/read of Natasha Madison, I am definitely on board to check out more of her writing. If she can infuse as much sarcasm and wit as she did with such a sobering topic, well I am game. Again, not my normal reads since I like the heavy, emotional kind, but this kind of writing I would love to throw in between the heavies. This was seriously perfect for me. What a breath of fresh air!
"With all my broken pieces and all his broken pieces, maybe we're whole together."
~BEE
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"This is how my perfect life became broken."
When I tell you this is the must read series of the year for sweet and engaging storylines, I mean it when I say this is the series you need to read. Let go of your problems, pick up these books, and just smile your way through the entire series. I'm serious. While they are very light on actuality in some aspects, they are very, very on point with sexy and sweet, engaging and perfect.
I said it already in one of my reviews for this series, and I'll say it again....this isn't my normal read. This isn't even a style I would shout out, but dammit if her stories aren't inviting and warm and make you smile!! This has to be one of my FAVORITE series of the year. It completely took me by surprise by how much I loved it! The way she tells her stories, it's with a no nonsense, quick and blunt way to get her story across: to the point and I loved it! It works. There is no dillly-dallying around. What surprises me the most is that I barely highlighted ANYTHING in this book....and that's not my normal. I'm usually a highlighting fool. I was just so caught up in their story that I just whipped right through it. I'm serious when I say I loved this...I truly did.
"When one man’s death exposes a complex web of lies, three couples discover the true meaning of love, loss and redemption."
Here's what stuck out to me the most. With this one's very enticing, very eye-opening tagline, I was immediately sucked in to the entire series. Favorite tagline of the YEAR! Not only did we get three points of views on the exact same occurrence with each book in this series, not ONE of them was the same and bored me or felt repetitive. When we got Hailey's POV in Perfect Love Story, I was in her shoes. I felt her pain. I loved and lost with her. When we got to Crystal's POV in Unexpected Love Story, I teared up a tiny bit with seeing how she was feeling for Hailey and what she could do to try and help. So sweet, that Crystal was. But when I got to this one, Blake's mental discussions were so sad and so protective. Totally made me fall deeper in love with him. I already loved him from the moment I saw him take action in Perfect Love Story, so when I finally got to his POV, I was completely consumed by him. A young man with his head on his shoulders, and his priorities and morals were in tact. Floored. In love. Happy as can be. This series was truly the easiest read I've had in a while and this book was the perfect finish for it!!
There were two timeline inconsistencies that I noted while reading this one, but nothing that really messed with the overall flow of the story or the book, so it didn't truly affect me on an enjoyment level. All in all, this series gave me nothing but smiles. Ok, and a few tears....but nothing but giggles and smiles. I *loved* it! I cannot recommend it enough for those of you that want a light, fun and easy read that's guaranteed to make you smile.
With this being my first series/read of Natasha Madison, I am definitely on board to check out more of her writing. If she can infuse as much sarcasm and wit as she did with such a sobering topic, well I am game. Again, not my normal reads since I like the heavy, emotional kind, but this kind of writing I would love to throw in between the heavies. This was seriously perfect for me. What a breath of fresh air!
"With all my broken pieces and all his broken pieces, maybe we're whole together."
~BEE
Amazon AA Link: https://amzn.to/2NcI8Ph
Series: https://amzn.to/2NKd5vi
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July 4, 2018
For a few years now Natasha Madison has been my go to author. There is something about her characters and her writing that is not only addicting but also all-consuming. I always finish the novel feeling completed.
Broken Love Story is the final book in the Love Story series.
Blake and Samantha’s story is one that I’ve been highly anticipating for a while now.
Novel Breakdown:
Blake never imagined in a million years he would wake up one morning and receive such devastating news, his brother-in-law is gone, but what’s worse is when he finds out the man he considered to be a brother has been leading a double life and the only thing he left behind to explain his actions is a letter. When Blake and Crystal decide to meet the woman who is Eric’s true wife, the unexpected happens… Blake’s shattered heart starts to mend.
Being a ward of the state, Samantha lived her life bouncing from foster homes until she met and married Eric at nineteen years old. Her dream was to always have a family and now those dreams have come true. She has a husband and two beautiful daughters, and Eric’s family who has accepted her with their arms wide open. So what happens when Samantha wakes up to realize her whole world just came crashing down around her leaving nothing but secrets and questions of why in the dust.
My Thoughts:
Broken Love Story is exactly that. This novel is the story of two broken souls coming together and creating one. Broken Love Story shows that life isn’t always easy and love stories aren’t all full of romance. Sometimes you have to go through the pain and agony life throws at you. The pain and agony that makes you see the world differently and in the end game makes you appreciate the smaller details in life and love. Blake and Samantha’s love story shows truth and how fragile life and love can be.
The first quarter of the novel skims over details we already know. In a way, it was a bit repetitive on Blake’s side, which caused me to scan over the details I already knew about. However, I was intrigued by Samantha’s point of view in the beginning. Her story is one we haven’t yet heard. I learned one thing throughout this novel...and as I predicted in the past novels…. Eric’s family are nothing but a bunch of douche canoes! I hated all of their self-righteous ass’s.
However, I couldn’t contain my giddiness as Blake and Samantha’s relationship started to develop and further grow but in the back of my mind one question was continuously floating around, What is Hailey going to think of this relationship?
Overall, Broken Love Story is a great romance that consumed my entire day. I couldn’t put this book down. Blake and Samantha’s story is one that you should definitely pick up.
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September 23, 2022
So I ended up skipping the second book other then reading the fast few pages, purely because I just wasn't into it. 😬 But this book was sweet, I liked it, not as much as the first but it was still good. ❤️ I also hated some of the characters in this book and I would've liked to see more moments between the H and h. 🤷🏻♀️
July 7, 2018
I've been madly in love with this fantastic series from the very beginning. I've devoured all three books but this one is my absolute favorite. It's an epic emotional rollercoaster that gave me all the feels. All three books can be read as standalones but they are interconnected. It all started with Hailey's grief over losing Eric and her coping with the shock and aftermath of finding out that her deceased husband has lead a double life - with a loving wife and two daughters living next town. She luckily had her whole family by her side to help her - especially her cousin Crystal and her brother Blake. But I always asked myself how the other woman - Samantha - must have felt like when she found out the painful truth. Did she have someone to console her and hold her hand?
Broken love story starts off with Blake receiving the bad news and storming off to support Hailey. It also shows how much this whole situation is reminding him of his own loss 7 years ago whilst making it clear that he is still not over it. He's mad at Eric's whole family because of the way they're treating his sister. But his viewpoint will change drastically when he shows up one day at Samantha's house unannounced and finds instead of a mourning widow who glorifies Eric an angry woman who is hurt and searching for answers and closure. Blake will realise that she is not the enemy or the person to blame for his sister's misery. They will slowly start getting to know each other better and building a true friendship. Both of them are broken and have been brought together by tragedy and heartbreak. Can two wounded souls help each other heal? Can a broken, unexpected love story be perfect?
Natasha Madison has portrayed the thoughts and feelings of a woman going through such a tough life experience very realistically. Samantha has found comfort and understanding where she least expected it - in Blake's strong arms. He was her rock and anchor. A stranger who became her friend and then her everything - the best man she could have ever wished for. Poor Samantha didn't have it easy in life since she grew up as a ward of the state not knowing what a family was. She was let down by Eric's parents and brothers after she refused to let her and her daughters' lives be dictated by them. They all wanted her to support their lies in order to keep Eric's image spotless.
Blake is a loyal, caring and honorable man who is convinced that he could never love again. That's the reason why he's not putting himself out there and avoiding any involvements with women. But as soon as he sees how Samantha is suffering and feeling ashamed for something she didn't do his protectiveness will kick in full force. Blake will help her realise that she is a fighter, great mom and amazing woman whose love Eric, the selfish bastard and miserable coward, never deserved. In return Sam will make him laugh again and show him that he is still capable of loving and has so much to offer to her and her sweet little girls.
If you're in the mood for an unconventional and unexpected but absolutely beautiful and touching love story and don't mind the slow burn then this is the right book for you. I advise you to keep tissues ready because this read will not leave you unaffected. It's Natasha's best work yet and one of my top 5 reads this year. Pick it up and let this author put you under her spell. 5+ broken stars!
Broken love story starts off with Blake receiving the bad news and storming off to support Hailey. It also shows how much this whole situation is reminding him of his own loss 7 years ago whilst making it clear that he is still not over it. He's mad at Eric's whole family because of the way they're treating his sister. But his viewpoint will change drastically when he shows up one day at Samantha's house unannounced and finds instead of a mourning widow who glorifies Eric an angry woman who is hurt and searching for answers and closure. Blake will realise that she is not the enemy or the person to blame for his sister's misery. They will slowly start getting to know each other better and building a true friendship. Both of them are broken and have been brought together by tragedy and heartbreak. Can two wounded souls help each other heal? Can a broken, unexpected love story be perfect?
Natasha Madison has portrayed the thoughts and feelings of a woman going through such a tough life experience very realistically. Samantha has found comfort and understanding where she least expected it - in Blake's strong arms. He was her rock and anchor. A stranger who became her friend and then her everything - the best man she could have ever wished for. Poor Samantha didn't have it easy in life since she grew up as a ward of the state not knowing what a family was. She was let down by Eric's parents and brothers after she refused to let her and her daughters' lives be dictated by them. They all wanted her to support their lies in order to keep Eric's image spotless.
Blake is a loyal, caring and honorable man who is convinced that he could never love again. That's the reason why he's not putting himself out there and avoiding any involvements with women. But as soon as he sees how Samantha is suffering and feeling ashamed for something she didn't do his protectiveness will kick in full force. Blake will help her realise that she is a fighter, great mom and amazing woman whose love Eric, the selfish bastard and miserable coward, never deserved. In return Sam will make him laugh again and show him that he is still capable of loving and has so much to offer to her and her sweet little girls.
If you're in the mood for an unconventional and unexpected but absolutely beautiful and touching love story and don't mind the slow burn then this is the right book for you. I advise you to keep tissues ready because this read will not leave you unaffected. It's Natasha's best work yet and one of my top 5 reads this year. Pick it up and let this author put you under her spell. 5+ broken stars!
July 15, 2018
Blake is the big brother every girl needs. Book 3 in this series and it starts out with Blake’s POV on the heartbreak his sister suffered. The way he handled everything will just warm your heart. We got to see a side of him that we didn’t see so much in the other two, his huge heart. When Blake met Samantha the widow of his sister husband he was extremely kind to her. He saw the sorrow in her eyes.
Samantha was a widow and mother to two little girls. She grew up in the system and without a family. The only family she had was her husband and his family. But her husband was a fake and his family especially his dad were unbearable. The way he treated Samantha was extremely terrible. And she came across as weak and a doormat but reading you’ll understand why she was this way. Sometimes I wished she defended herself fiercely but that just wasn’t her. Then Blake comes into her life. They were alike in so many ways and had similar things happen to them.
Blake and Samantha made a beautiful couple. At first I was a bit hesitant because of how they actually met and I thought it was a bit weird but then it didn’t matter. And the way that Blake loved those girls, priceless. They were moments that really upset me and had me screaming and wanting to pull my hair out. But then Samantha said something that wanted me to high five her.
These two deserved a happily ever after which they got and warmed my heart.
Samantha was a widow and mother to two little girls. She grew up in the system and without a family. The only family she had was her husband and his family. But her husband was a fake and his family especially his dad were unbearable. The way he treated Samantha was extremely terrible. And she came across as weak and a doormat but reading you’ll understand why she was this way. Sometimes I wished she defended herself fiercely but that just wasn’t her. Then Blake comes into her life. They were alike in so many ways and had similar things happen to them.
Blake and Samantha made a beautiful couple. At first I was a bit hesitant because of how they actually met and I thought it was a bit weird but then it didn’t matter. And the way that Blake loved those girls, priceless. They were moments that really upset me and had me screaming and wanting to pull my hair out. But then Samantha said something that wanted me to high five her.
These two deserved a happily ever after which they got and warmed my heart.
September 9, 2020
Loved, Loved! ❤️
August 14, 2021
Still amazing 👏
May 1, 2021
What a nice addition to the first book in this series. Personally I found that the bonding between Blake and Samantha was a bit more intense and special. This story contained more angst and (inter)action, but it was the revelation about Eric's dad in court that just made my day.
July 8, 2018
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Ever since reading Perfect Love Story I have wanted to get my hands on Samantha's story because while we got Hailey's side of the story, we never really thought of what was going through her mind when she discovered her husband's infidelity. Although my heart broke for Hailey, nothing can compare to how much I felt for Samantha. Like Hailey she had no clue why he did what he did, but unlike Hailey she had two children to raise and her in-laws who thought they knew what was best for her family.
Broken Love Story by Natasha Madison is just that...a story about two broken souls who find each other in an unconventional way... Samantha is still trying to pick up the pieces after her husband's unexpected death that revealed he had a few unforgivable secrets up his sleeves. Now she's just trying to move on and raise their two daughters on her own. Oh and let's not forget her annoying in-laws. Blake found the love of his life at 15 and 5 years later her lost her to cancer. Even though he promised her he would fall in love again, he refused to open his heart again, but that all changed the moment he met Samantha. Together their broken hearts begin to heal, but are they willing to risk it all for love?
Samantha and Blake's broken souls are meant for each other and I have got to say that I freaking loved every moment of their story. I thought the first two books in the Love series made me feel, but that is nothing compared to how I felt while reading Broken Love Story. Oh my goodness this story gave me ALL THE FEELS from start to finish! The author has once again exceeded every one of my expectations and captivate my heart with her brilliant one of a kind storytelling! I cannot wait to see what Natasha Madison come up with next!
Ever since reading Perfect Love Story I have wanted to get my hands on Samantha's story because while we got Hailey's side of the story, we never really thought of what was going through her mind when she discovered her husband's infidelity. Although my heart broke for Hailey, nothing can compare to how much I felt for Samantha. Like Hailey she had no clue why he did what he did, but unlike Hailey she had two children to raise and her in-laws who thought they knew what was best for her family.
Broken Love Story by Natasha Madison is just that...a story about two broken souls who find each other in an unconventional way... Samantha is still trying to pick up the pieces after her husband's unexpected death that revealed he had a few unforgivable secrets up his sleeves. Now she's just trying to move on and raise their two daughters on her own. Oh and let's not forget her annoying in-laws. Blake found the love of his life at 15 and 5 years later her lost her to cancer. Even though he promised her he would fall in love again, he refused to open his heart again, but that all changed the moment he met Samantha. Together their broken hearts begin to heal, but are they willing to risk it all for love?
Samantha and Blake's broken souls are meant for each other and I have got to say that I freaking loved every moment of their story. I thought the first two books in the Love series made me feel, but that is nothing compared to how I felt while reading Broken Love Story. Oh my goodness this story gave me ALL THE FEELS from start to finish! The author has once again exceeded every one of my expectations and captivate my heart with her brilliant one of a kind storytelling! I cannot wait to see what Natasha Madison come up with next!
July 18, 2018
⭐️ 4 "What Would You Change?" Stars ⭐️
Broken Love Story is the final book in the Love Series and since the beginning I’ve been curious about Blake and Samantha! With this last story, Natasha Madison sends a delightful message of hope with a beautiful second chance at love!
When Samantha’s husband Eric dies, she’s destroyed. Not only she’s mourning him, but she discovers he had a double life with another woman. She tries to stay strong for her two beautiful daughters, but those revelations completely break her. She also realizes that people aren’t always what they seem, when her late husband’s family treat her differently. I respected Samantha’s strength throughout the book. All those obstacles don’t keep her from wanting to provide the best life for her little girls by trying to move on.
The most unlikely ally in her grief is Blake, Eric’s fake wife’s brother! I loved him to pieces! That man is so sweet! When he meets Samantha, he recognizes something in her that appeals to him. He knows the sorrow of losing a loved one and through texts and phone calls he support her. They gradually develop a precious friendship. My heart was so full seeing them heal each other!
And what can I say about Lizzie and Daisy! Those little girls are adorable and their immediate connection with Blake is heart-warming!
Natasha Madison intertwined in a beautiful way the storylines of her three books of the Love Series and created another stirring, hopeful story of healing and love defying adversity! This is another wonderful romance you sure don’t want to miss!
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July 21, 2018
So despite being told I should have read the first book to get a better understanding I didn’t read. I pretty much went in head first and blind with this story and I don’t regret one moment of it! Right off the bat this story sucked me in and I knew it was going to be intense and heartbreaking. This was such a messy situation for both characters and this book made my heart race while reading. I’m doing my best to avoid spoilers but this book is all sorts of deep and I’m only up to chapter 7! Natasha Madison has laid the ground work for what I can only imagine will be a heartfelt and heartbreaking story. It’s very rare I have to write notes as I read but I couldn’t continue without jotting these thoughts down.
As expected this book continued to rip my heart out as I read. After everything Samantha has gone through her “family” is now casting her to the side. Samantha had so much strength and I loved the support that she received from Blake as well. There aren’t enough words to describe how much I loved Blake. He was broken as well but wanted to fix and heal Samantha and her girls. He was such a good guy and everyone needs a Blake in their lives. I was dreaded and looking forward to the “showdown” between Hailey and Samantha and I loved that it was tasteful done.
This book was well written, sweet story about two broken people finding love. The drama wasn’t over the top and it felt very realistic while I was reading. I will be making it my business to read the first two books in the series as well.
As expected this book continued to rip my heart out as I read. After everything Samantha has gone through her “family” is now casting her to the side. Samantha had so much strength and I loved the support that she received from Blake as well. There aren’t enough words to describe how much I loved Blake. He was broken as well but wanted to fix and heal Samantha and her girls. He was such a good guy and everyone needs a Blake in their lives. I was dreaded and looking forward to the “showdown” between Hailey and Samantha and I loved that it was tasteful done.
This book was well written, sweet story about two broken people finding love. The drama wasn’t over the top and it felt very realistic while I was reading. I will be making it my business to read the first two books in the series as well.
July 6, 2018
5 Star review of Broken Love Story (Love #3) by Natasha Madison
Wow, where do I start? This was one of those books that hooked me from the first chapter and refused to let me go. I went through so many emotions reading this book that I felt like I was on a never ending roller coaster.There was humour, angst, sadness and so much more.
I fell hard for all the characters in this story. Such was the depth and strength of Natasha Madison’s writing and her ability to draw the reader in. This book is a story of love, hope and romance well written and one I highly recommend.
Struggling to overcome the death of her husband, Samantha also has to face the fact that her marriage was not all she thought it was and with his death she uncovers betrayal so deep it is overwhelming.
Blake is a man tormented by his past and unable to move past his pain.
When they meet, there is attraction and they both wonder if it is possible that they may be able to help each other heal and in turn move forward together.
There is something about Blake and Samantha that will draw you in. My heart broke for them at times. If anyone deserves true happiness it is Blake and Samantha and I cannot recall when I last cheered for a couple so much.
This was always going to be an emotional read and I knew that it would be a book that tugged at my heart. A story that will give you hope and inspire you.
Wow, where do I start? This was one of those books that hooked me from the first chapter and refused to let me go. I went through so many emotions reading this book that I felt like I was on a never ending roller coaster.There was humour, angst, sadness and so much more.
I fell hard for all the characters in this story. Such was the depth and strength of Natasha Madison’s writing and her ability to draw the reader in. This book is a story of love, hope and romance well written and one I highly recommend.
Struggling to overcome the death of her husband, Samantha also has to face the fact that her marriage was not all she thought it was and with his death she uncovers betrayal so deep it is overwhelming.
Blake is a man tormented by his past and unable to move past his pain.
When they meet, there is attraction and they both wonder if it is possible that they may be able to help each other heal and in turn move forward together.
There is something about Blake and Samantha that will draw you in. My heart broke for them at times. If anyone deserves true happiness it is Blake and Samantha and I cannot recall when I last cheered for a couple so much.
This was always going to be an emotional read and I knew that it would be a book that tugged at my heart. A story that will give you hope and inspire you.
July 11, 2018
Oh my word, I have to say if you haven't read any of this authors books, start with this series. From book one till book three i have been anxious on edge and some parts just crying.
Natasha you made me cry again.
How do you recover from all the lies you find out from your husband. And then you cant even confront him you can't be angry at him scream and shout. And the only person who is there for you is the 'other womens' brother, Blake
Blake has his own sadness and his own issues. But when he meets Samantha he can't step back and he can't keep away from her.
Can they be each other's life line. Can two broken hearts help heal each other.
This series, man so freaking amazing and sad and heartbreaking. How one person's actions can do bring so many people together and change their lives. You will not be able to help yourself when you dive into this series and fall in love with each character. One of the top series for me this this year. Natasha I don't know how you are going to top this, but i know you wont disappoint.
Natasha you made me cry again.
How do you recover from all the lies you find out from your husband. And then you cant even confront him you can't be angry at him scream and shout. And the only person who is there for you is the 'other womens' brother, Blake
Blake has his own sadness and his own issues. But when he meets Samantha he can't step back and he can't keep away from her.
Can they be each other's life line. Can two broken hearts help heal each other.
This series, man so freaking amazing and sad and heartbreaking. How one person's actions can do bring so many people together and change their lives. You will not be able to help yourself when you dive into this series and fall in love with each character. One of the top series for me this this year. Natasha I don't know how you are going to top this, but i know you wont disappoint.
February 6, 2023
6 𝓒𝓞𝓝𝓢𝓤𝓜𝓘𝓝𝓖, 𝓤𝓝𝓕𝓞𝓡𝓖𝓔𝓣𝓣𝓐𝓑𝓛𝓔 𝓢𝓣𝓐𝓡𝓢
Broken Love Story is just that...the 𝓘𝓝𝓢𝓐𝓝𝓔𝓛𝓨 incredible love story of two broken people finding their "person" and realizing that love DOESN'T have to hurt when you're with the right one!
I ADORED EVERYTHING about this 𝙍𝙄𝙑𝙀𝙏𝙄𝙉𝙂, completely 𝕌ℕ𝔽𝕆ℝ𝔾𝔼𝕋𝕋𝔸𝔹𝕃𝔼 story of shattered hearts, forgiveness, betrayal of the highest order and how two souls that were destined to be together overcome it all! The heart-breaking twists and turns, the 𝐀𝐍𝐆𝐒𝐓...this is Natasha Madison at her VERY best!!!!
I loved the build up of this slow-burn romance, the way you FEEL ALL THE FEELS, the gamut of emotions had me ready to throw my kindle to laughing at the hilarious banter to fanning myself at the HAWT sex scenes to the ULTIMATE conclusion of THE BEST BOOK FROM NATASHA MADISON TO DATE!!! I feel like I say that every time I finish one of her books, but it's true....Broken Love Story BROKE me in the BEST way and I can't recommend this book (AND this series) strongly enough!!! Thank you Natasha, for giving me MY FAVE BBF of 2018!!!
Broken Love Story is just that...the 𝓘𝓝𝓢𝓐𝓝𝓔𝓛𝓨 incredible love story of two broken people finding their "person" and realizing that love DOESN'T have to hurt when you're with the right one!
I ADORED EVERYTHING about this 𝙍𝙄𝙑𝙀𝙏𝙄𝙉𝙂, completely 𝕌ℕ𝔽𝕆ℝ𝔾𝔼𝕋𝕋𝔸𝔹𝕃𝔼 story of shattered hearts, forgiveness, betrayal of the highest order and how two souls that were destined to be together overcome it all! The heart-breaking twists and turns, the 𝐀𝐍𝐆𝐒𝐓...this is Natasha Madison at her VERY best!!!!
I loved the build up of this slow-burn romance, the way you FEEL ALL THE FEELS, the gamut of emotions had me ready to throw my kindle to laughing at the hilarious banter to fanning myself at the HAWT sex scenes to the ULTIMATE conclusion of THE BEST BOOK FROM NATASHA MADISON TO DATE!!! I feel like I say that every time I finish one of her books, but it's true....Broken Love Story BROKE me in the BEST way and I can't recommend this book (AND this series) strongly enough!!! Thank you Natasha, for giving me MY FAVE BBF of 2018!!!
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