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For seven years, Halina
Beloi has been in hiding. But she's never forgotten Mitch Foster, the
long, lean man she had to leave behind. Until, that is, Mitch shows up
with a list of questions and a 9mm in his hand.
All Mitch knows is that Halina broke his heart and disappeared. But new information has surfaced implicating her as a player in the deadliest game of Mitch's life. This time, he's not letting go without answers. Now terror, danger and heat will fuse them together or shatter the future. . .
All Mitch knows is that Halina broke his heart and disappeared. But new information has surfaced implicating her as a player in the deadliest game of Mitch's life. This time, he's not letting go without answers. Now terror, danger and heat will fuse them together or shatter the future. . .
Shatter
by Joan Swan
by Joan Swan
Genre: Romantic Suspense (with paranormal elements)
Heat Level: 3.5/5
Elements/Tags: romance, suspense, paranormal abilities, conspiracy, firefighters
Publisher: Kensington
Publishing Date: 12/31/13
Series: Phoenix Rising, 4
Format: Print and Ebook
Words: 110k
Five Stars
A brilliant
installment to the Phoenix Rising series! (A
non-spoiler review)
I have been a fan of this
series from the very beginning. In book 1, FEVER, we were introduced
to Alyssa's twin brother. Helloooo, Mitch Foster! As the
series grows, his fan base seems to grow as well. I mean, how can
one read this series and not fall in love with this cocky,
smart-mouthed, confident attorney with the playboy personality, and
how the hell does he have all these connections!? Fans championed
for his story, and now here it is. Joan Swan does not disappoint!
SHATTER is fan-freaking brilliant!!!
“This was classic
Mitch—the Mitch she'd known all those years ago. He'd always seemed
to own an endless well of patience and compassion and love inside
him.”
Shatter reveals a much
more tender and vulnerable Mitch. The title for his book is so
appropriate. It's been seven years since his heart had been
shattered into a million pieces by Halina Beloi. Mitch finally
catches up to her, and now he's demanding answers. Did he even truly
know her at all?
“Trouble—she was
definitely trouble. Always had been in one way or another. Trouble
for his body. Trouble for his mind. Trouble for his heart.”
In the beginning I didn't
know what to make of Halina. Yes, she's scientifically intelligent
and can stand her ground well against threat, but why the heck did
she leave Mitch in the dust years ago? Well, what is revealed is very
insightful, and one thing is for sure...she never stopped thinking of him.
“He was too close
to his breaking point. No one pushed him like Halina did. No one.”
The entire team is back in
this book. Yay! Mitch struggles emotionally throughout this story.
Is Halina worth the risk? Is she worth risking getting hurt again?
I love how the team helps Mitch see things in a different perspective
as he sorts out his feeling for Halina. They are truly an awesome,
supportive group! Their banter is funny and how they work together as
a cohesive team continues to be fascinating.
“We are magic
together, baby. Always have been.”
It is no surprise to me
that Shatter is full of action, nail-biting suspense, and steamy romance. Joan
Swan writes all that so deliciously well. What did surprise me was
how significant Shatter is to the series. Ms. Swan ties Mitch's
story so beautifully to the series arc. Everything that happens
blows my mind in such an amazing way! Although just enough back story is provided, I truly feel that to get a full
understanding of the series and characters that this series is best
read in order. I promise you that getting to Mitch's book is worth
it! Even if you start with this book, at least you'll get a lovely dose of what this team is all about and perhaps consider picking up the previous books. Loved, loved, loved the ending to Shatter!!! Thank you, Joan
Swan, for giving us a captivating and incredible story for Mitch!
“Baby, you have to
admit, us together—that was crazyamazing.”
*A complimentary copy was
provided in exchange for an honest review.*
Meet
Author Joan Swan:
NY
Times and USA Today Bestselling Author Joan
Swan
writes sexy romantic suspense for Kensington (Phoenix Rising Series)
and independently (Covert Affairs Series). She also works as a
sonographer at a top medical facility in San Francisco and lives in
magnificent wine country on the central coast of California with her
husband and two daughters.
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Great review !!
ReplyDeleteTY for hosting.
<3
Thank you, Sierra!
DeleteI was one of the fans that use to tease and joke with Joan about Mitchy getting a book. He is just one remarkable character.
ReplyDeleteI love how you call him Mitchy! I'm so glad he got his own book!
DeleteThat last excerpt is sad for Mitch. You're going to put me through the wringer aren't you Joan ;)?
ReplyDeleteLoving this series, Joan! And I have to say I really appreciate you don't make your fans wait too long in between each book. Cuz that can be hell for us impatient types!
ReplyDeleteI am loving this series and cannot wait to get my hands on my copy of Shatter! So glad she chose to focus on Mitch. He's a character I've wanted to really know more about.
ReplyDeleteI just wanted to chime in and say that it's very nice to see so many loving this series as I am! Thanks for commenting!
ReplyDeleteLove this and can't wait to read it!
ReplyDeleteCongrats to Joan on the new release.
ReplyDeleteCan't wait to read this!
ReplyDeleteThis is one of my favorite series. Each new book just gets better and better. I have been eager for Mitch's book and it didn't disappoint.
ReplyDeleteLove Joan's writing...just when you think the books can't get any better, they do!
ReplyDeleteBarrie
I couldn't begin to choose between Mitch or Wes. They are both pantymelters. Joan aka Skye can conjure up some uber hawt heroes.
ReplyDeleteGreat review. I have this series on my TBR list.
ReplyDeleteThanks, elaing8. I'm so excited for when you get the chance to start this series! Like others have been saying, each book gets better and better! :)
DeleteAlready have Reckless and Shatter on my TBR list and also my wishlist, have both series actually on my lists. Thanks for such an amazing giveaway.
ReplyDeleteYou're in for some fantastic reads! Thanks for commenting, Lisa!
DeleteCongrats on the release. Looking forward to reading it.
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