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3.8 AVERAGE
3.8 AVERAGE
Who knew trauma bonding could be so sweet?! The beginning of this one had me a little nervous as to what to expect... But color me surprised at how the story went from there. Gabriel is a dream man! While Cecelia had a literal boatload of trauma, he handled her trauma so well. That ending was rude, though... I can't wait to find out what happens next!
dark
emotional
tense
dark
emotional
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
If only
Gabriel is the guy we all wished for when we were younger. Someone who would fight for us and help us through our trauma. A beautifully broken soul to help our own. Well now I will anxiously wait to see what happens next.
Gabriel is the guy we all wished for when we were younger. Someone who would fight for us and help us through our trauma. A beautifully broken soul to help our own. Well now I will anxiously wait to see what happens next.
I am pleased to be a part of Grey's Promotions' Release Blitz for Daniela Romero's The Savage. It's my first novel from Ms. Romero and it is filled with anguish and hope.
Cecilia Russo isn't supposed to be here. A stranger saved her from her suicide attempt and now she has to face the music. It's not that she isn't used to the looks and whispers. After all, the trauma she went through before her failed attempt made her realize that no one was on her side and that she was on her own. No one knows the real story of what happened to her that night in that room. Not her parents and not her therapist. Money talks and the whole incident was dismissed and here she is; back to school after months of therapy. The same looks. The same whispers. The same prick who is threatening her to keep quiet or else. Until the boy that messed with her plans to end it all decides to be her savior. She didn't ask for any of this. She needs to find a way to cope. What she doesn't need is a relationship.
Gabriel "Gabe" Herrera is going to solve the mystery of Cecilia Russo if it's the last thing he does. He has faced trauma in his life as well. He couldn't save his twin brother so he's going to save the beautiful broken girl who has invaded his thoughts. He normally doesn't get close with outsiders. Only his team and his familia have his loyalty, but she brings out the protector in him. He's convinced it's just platonic, but the longer he spends with her, the more his heart contradicts that notion.
Gabriel and Cecilia are hurting and broken. They need to face their pain before moving on, but they find solace in each other. With Gabe at her side, Cecilia is no longer facing a future of emptiness. He gives her hope and the strength to face her fears. The loss of Gabe's brother has devastated his family and he's not sure they can come back from it. Cecilia has changed Gabe's world by giving him the love and attention he is missing from his grieving parents. Gabe is so loving and patient with Cecilia and I respect him and his best friends Julio and Felix who are thoroughly committed to finding out and punishing the culprits who attacked Cecilia. Though Cecilia might be mad about Gabe intruding in her life, he is doing it to save her from being hurt again. Her decision, in the end, makes sense but it doesn't make it any better to hear. Right now, she is his absolution and he is her crutch. They both love each other, but they need to work on themselves before they can be better together. The ending is unexpected and unfortunately, a cliffhanger, but I am determined to find out what happens to these two lovely people who deserve a happily ever after.
Felix and Julio are important for Gabe's sanity. They were the only ones there for Gabe when his brother died and they accept Cecilia into their fold with no hesitation. Gabe's parents are unbelievable. They have chosen pills and booze to deal with Gabe's brother's loss which means they are not emotionally present for Gabe himself. Cecilia's parents don't know what happened to their daughter because she won't tell them so they hover and push. As for the nasty asshole who instigated Cecilia's attack and who continues to bully her, I can't wait until he gets what he deserves.
I always enjoy love stories between two strong, yet broken people who find their way back from traumatic events in their lives, and Book 1 is a great beginning to a wonderful series. Please note that this story covers some very serious subject matter such as rape, suicide, grief, and bullying.
Thank you to Ms. Romero for giving me the opportunity to read this book with no expectation of a positive review.
Cecilia Russo isn't supposed to be here. A stranger saved her from her suicide attempt and now she has to face the music. It's not that she isn't used to the looks and whispers. After all, the trauma she went through before her failed attempt made her realize that no one was on her side and that she was on her own. No one knows the real story of what happened to her that night in that room. Not her parents and not her therapist. Money talks and the whole incident was dismissed and here she is; back to school after months of therapy. The same looks. The same whispers. The same prick who is threatening her to keep quiet or else. Until the boy that messed with her plans to end it all decides to be her savior. She didn't ask for any of this. She needs to find a way to cope. What she doesn't need is a relationship.
Gabriel "Gabe" Herrera is going to solve the mystery of Cecilia Russo if it's the last thing he does. He has faced trauma in his life as well. He couldn't save his twin brother so he's going to save the beautiful broken girl who has invaded his thoughts. He normally doesn't get close with outsiders. Only his team and his familia have his loyalty, but she brings out the protector in him. He's convinced it's just platonic, but the longer he spends with her, the more his heart contradicts that notion.
Gabriel and Cecilia are hurting and broken. They need to face their pain before moving on, but they find solace in each other. With Gabe at her side, Cecilia is no longer facing a future of emptiness. He gives her hope and the strength to face her fears. The loss of Gabe's brother has devastated his family and he's not sure they can come back from it. Cecilia has changed Gabe's world by giving him the love and attention he is missing from his grieving parents. Gabe is so loving and patient with Cecilia and I respect him and his best friends Julio and Felix who are thoroughly committed to finding out and punishing the culprits who attacked Cecilia. Though Cecilia might be mad about Gabe intruding in her life, he is doing it to save her from being hurt again. Her decision, in the end, makes sense but it doesn't make it any better to hear. Right now, she is his absolution and he is her crutch. They both love each other, but they need to work on themselves before they can be better together. The ending is unexpected and unfortunately, a cliffhanger, but I am determined to find out what happens to these two lovely people who deserve a happily ever after.
Felix and Julio are important for Gabe's sanity. They were the only ones there for Gabe when his brother died and they accept Cecilia into their fold with no hesitation. Gabe's parents are unbelievable. They have chosen pills and booze to deal with Gabe's brother's loss which means they are not emotionally present for Gabe himself. Cecilia's parents don't know what happened to their daughter because she won't tell them so they hover and push. As for the nasty asshole who instigated Cecilia's attack and who continues to bully her, I can't wait until he gets what he deserves.
I always enjoy love stories between two strong, yet broken people who find their way back from traumatic events in their lives, and Book 1 is a great beginning to a wonderful series. Please note that this story covers some very serious subject matter such as rape, suicide, grief, and bullying.
Thank you to Ms. Romero for giving me the opportunity to read this book with no expectation of a positive review.
The Savage is the first book in these characters' stories. This book is told from dual points of view by Gabriel and Cecelia. Gabriel and Cecelia meet when he finds her on the brink of death.
He decides that he wants to save her, so he attaches himself to her. As the book goes on we learn about his brother that has passed, and what happened to Cecelia that made her be where she was when he found her.
When Gabriel learns about what happened to her he will do whatever he can to get revenge for her. But can Cecelia take it knowing that he knows?
This book was so good. It had me wanting more. I fell in love with both of these characters, and to say I was mad at the ending is an understatement. I'm still in shock, and can't wait to see what happens next with these characters. I felt the pain of both characters as they were going through their different battles.
He decides that he wants to save her, so he attaches himself to her. As the book goes on we learn about his brother that has passed, and what happened to Cecelia that made her be where she was when he found her.
When Gabriel learns about what happened to her he will do whatever he can to get revenge for her. But can Cecelia take it knowing that he knows?
This book was so good. It had me wanting more. I fell in love with both of these characters, and to say I was mad at the ending is an understatement. I'm still in shock, and can't wait to see what happens next with these characters. I felt the pain of both characters as they were going through their different battles.
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
sad
fast-paced
Different
This is a good read just to mellow for what I read. This is very mellow from the other books by this author. I will read the next book and I will skim throughout just I did this book. This is a light read .
This is a good read just to mellow for what I read. This is very mellow from the other books by this author. I will read the next book and I will skim throughout just I did this book. This is a light read .
challenging
dark
emotional
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
dark
emotional
sad
medium-paced