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smithsj123's review against another edition
5.0
A really amazing, gripping story. This exceeded all expectations and was a joy to read, despite the dark content at times. It was compelling, through the tragedy, the deep friendships, the intense suspense and dark actions and into uplifting joy and heartfelt love. This book really had me from the very beginning and didn't let up until the very satisfying ending... Thank you Leigh!!
I received an arc of this book and have left an honest and independent review.
I received an arc of this book and have left an honest and independent review.
wilko's review against another edition
5.0
This was an addictive read, there is joy, heartbreak and suspense that keep you hooked. The book covers many years and takes us through the highs and lows Matt goes through, as well as how Lauren and Dawn are during this time. To me this wasn't really a love story to begin with but about someone Matt having his whole world ripped apart and trying to claw their way back to living again. The time line/ages of Dawn and Matt appear to be a bit in consistent but do not distract from the story. The book blended well into a love story I just wish things weren't so rushed feeling with them and you got to see them grow together again after what happened years ago. Definitely keep this tissues handy as you will most definitely be needing them!.
I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book.
I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book.
traciesimister's review against another edition
5.0
I gave this Book a rating of 5 ✩’s
Title: Darkness Before Dawn
Series: (Never Lose Sight Book 1)
Genre: Military Romance, Romantic Suspense
Author: Leigh Robbins
Format: Kindle Edition
Published on: June 15, 2017
I voluntarily reviewed a Free Courtesy Advanced Reader Copy of this book
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Character’s Descriptions:
Matthew Cage was injured while serving in the Marines in Iraq. He is now blind and can’t seem to find much to live for at all.
Dawn Richards ex is becoming way too aggressive for her and now she needs help reigning him in or just plain getting the heck away from him
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Summary Paragraph:
When Dawn first saw Matt via webcam with her best friend she felt something for him. Now she needs his protection.
Mat was blinded in Iraq, he is not feeling so good about himself. Will he be able to protect Dawn or not?
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What I liked/Didn’t Like: Stalker Ex, Blind Marine, and love all in one spot. I loved this one as it had me sitting on the edge of my seat for most of the book. Fear, Lust, Love and romance all in one spot this author is now on my must-read list.
Title: Darkness Before Dawn
Series: (Never Lose Sight Book 1)
Genre: Military Romance, Romantic Suspense
Author: Leigh Robbins
Format: Kindle Edition
Published on: June 15, 2017
I voluntarily reviewed a Free Courtesy Advanced Reader Copy of this book
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Character’s Descriptions:
Matthew Cage was injured while serving in the Marines in Iraq. He is now blind and can’t seem to find much to live for at all.
Dawn Richards ex is becoming way too aggressive for her and now she needs help reigning him in or just plain getting the heck away from him
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Summary Paragraph:
When Dawn first saw Matt via webcam with her best friend she felt something for him. Now she needs his protection.
Mat was blinded in Iraq, he is not feeling so good about himself. Will he be able to protect Dawn or not?
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What I liked/Didn’t Like: Stalker Ex, Blind Marine, and love all in one spot. I loved this one as it had me sitting on the edge of my seat for most of the book. Fear, Lust, Love and romance all in one spot this author is now on my must-read list.
pelicanfreak's review against another edition
4.0
First of all, this book is very professionally presented and you’d never know it’s a debut release from a new author. The formatting is beautiful and the editing and proofing are really well done. Clearly a lot of work and love went into this book to give it a professional appearance.
If you want the short version:
Likeable. Lots of drama, fun to read. Good characters. Well-edited. Predictable but still addictive.
If you want the detailed version:
Editing/Proofing:
5 stars
Found only a couple minor typos, nothing that distracted from the reading experience.
Formatting:
5 stars
Beautiful!
Cover:
5 stars
I love that it’s not quite like every other romance cover out there. It’s pretty and still relevant.
(Also: The title is perfection! It describes the book simply in both metaphorical and literal senses.)
Continuity:
4 stars
Character design:
4 stars
Characters are fairly well done. Not always perfect continuity with the personalities but it’s Book 1 in a series and they’ve got room to grow but still the reader gets at least the gist of who they are and a bit of what they’ve been through. Astute readers probably get a peek into what’s to come for the other characters too. ;)
POV:
5 stars
The reader is treated to rotating POVs, first person. There's never any confusion as to who is speaking, it's done flawlessly.
The Story:
The book started out FULL of action, drama, regret and pain. It is a brilliantly tragic opening and sucked me right in. That’s about all of the military action there is, however the lives of the main characters are forever changed as a result of those moments so I’d still say it’s okay to deem this a military romance or military drama.
From the first few pages, I can easily predict how the whole book will play out, so I won’t give any originality or unpredictability points, but that’s 99% of media these days. What matters is that despite this, I wasn’t bored. In fact, I was hooked - I liked the characters and wanted to know all that I could about them. I love that baking and cooking are prevalent and the MCs all move to the South. These are all things I could relate to and just made it that much more dynamic and fun to follow, with little side adventures and food to dream about. :)
Some of the sex scenes… they’d start out with plenty of heat but inevitably there’d by a cheesy line or something that I just couldn’t quite get into. I did overall appreciate the sex scenes though, for not exactly being the same old that I usually find. Robbins manages to describe them a bit differently than everyone else, which is refreshing.
The last fifteen percent or so kind of dragged for me. After being so hooked and unable to put it down for the first seventy-plus percent, it took me a little effort to get through it. I probably could take or leave the last bit. But ultimately am really impressed that this is a debut novel, it seems Robbins is a natural and I hope she keeps writing. She’s made me a fan.
I’d give the story… somewhere between 3.5 and 4 stars for keeping me hooked, but lacking originality. Overall, I’d give the book as a whole 4 stars.
If you want the short version:
Likeable. Lots of drama, fun to read. Good characters. Well-edited. Predictable but still addictive.
If you want the detailed version:
Editing/Proofing:
5 stars
Found only a couple minor typos, nothing that distracted from the reading experience.
Formatting:
5 stars
Beautiful!
Cover:
5 stars
I love that it’s not quite like every other romance cover out there. It’s pretty and still relevant.
(Also: The title is perfection! It describes the book simply in both metaphorical and literal senses.)
Continuity:
4 stars
Character design:
4 stars
Characters are fairly well done. Not always perfect continuity with the personalities but it’s Book 1 in a series and they’ve got room to grow but still the reader gets at least the gist of who they are and a bit of what they’ve been through. Astute readers probably get a peek into what’s to come for the other characters too. ;)
POV:
5 stars
The reader is treated to rotating POVs, first person. There's never any confusion as to who is speaking, it's done flawlessly.
The Story:
The book started out FULL of action, drama, regret and pain. It is a brilliantly tragic opening and sucked me right in. That’s about all of the military action there is, however the lives of the main characters are forever changed as a result of those moments so I’d still say it’s okay to deem this a military romance or military drama.
From the first few pages, I can easily predict how the whole book will play out, so I won’t give any originality or unpredictability points, but that’s 99% of media these days. What matters is that despite this, I wasn’t bored. In fact, I was hooked - I liked the characters and wanted to know all that I could about them. I love that baking and cooking are prevalent and the MCs all move to the South. These are all things I could relate to and just made it that much more dynamic and fun to follow, with little side adventures and food to dream about. :)
Some of the sex scenes… they’d start out with plenty of heat but inevitably there’d by a cheesy line or something that I just couldn’t quite get into. I did overall appreciate the sex scenes though, for not exactly being the same old that I usually find. Robbins manages to describe them a bit differently than everyone else, which is refreshing.
The last fifteen percent or so kind of dragged for me. After being so hooked and unable to put it down for the first seventy-plus percent, it took me a little effort to get through it. I probably could take or leave the last bit. But ultimately am really impressed that this is a debut novel, it seems Robbins is a natural and I hope she keeps writing. She’s made me a fan.
I’d give the story… somewhere between 3.5 and 4 stars for keeping me hooked, but lacking originality. Overall, I’d give the book as a whole 4 stars.
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