Title: A Brand New Ending
Author: S.A. Rolls
Genre: Contemporary Romance/New Adult
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Synopsis:
Phoenix Harper never imagined her life would come to this: A life not worth living anymore.
After a failed suicide attempt, Phoenix is sent to be observed at a local psychiatric hospital. There she meets Braeden Harris, a hospital aide with his own haunting past.
Not long after their first encounter, they feel an unexplainable pull towards one another. Will fate bring them together, or will outside forces tear them apart?
Review:
This story hooked me from the dramatic beginning, as we witness Phoenix Harper’s attempted suicide. The story unfolds as she is brought to a psychiatric hospital and starts to slowly heal and get her life back together. She meets handsome medical student and intern Braeden, who also happens to be the son of her treating physician.
This book is written in first person present tense, and has the alternating points of view of Phoenix and Braeden. I enjoyed the author’s writing style. This is not a light, romantic story. It is the story of two people who are very sensitive, and who have suffered thorough some very emotional events in their lives.
I also loved the supporting characters of Rain and Donovan! They are a great addition to the story.
This story is not heavy on the steam but there is just the right amount of romance and sex, perfect for the story.
There is an incredibly dramatic twist at the end of this story that I promise, you will not see coming! I give the author a lot of credit for crafting the surprising ending to this book. Overall, I enjoyed this debut story very much, despite the heavy subject matter. I am looking forward to reading more from this author!
Excerpt from A Brand New Ending:
“I don’t want to go anywhere, Braeden. Wherever you are is where I want to be.”
I think my heart does a back flip. “You have no idea how happy that makes me, hearing you say that.”
She gives me a sly smile, her fingers playing in and around mine.
“Can’t describe how amazing this feels,” she speaks. “I’ve never had anyone care for me like you do.”
“That’s a shame,” I respond quickly. “You deserve so much more than that.”
“Do I?”
I lean over her so that our faces are close but I make sure to do it gently, afraid that she might retreat from my touch.
“Yes,” I say softly as our eyes are locked on each other.
We hold our position and I can tell she is nervous, but I want her to make the first move. I made the mistake of pushing it on her the first time and I won’t be doing that again. I can feel the heat of her breath on my face, its oddly intoxicating. But I hold still. I start to count the number of my heartbeats when I suddenly feel force against my lips. I hold back the smile, my hand coming up to cup her cheek. I start to move my lips against her, the waves of ecstasy flowing through my body. After a second, her lips start to move in unison with mine. I’ve kissed lots of women, but it’s never felt quite like this. I don’t know how long it lasts, but I refrain from sticking my tongue in her mouth, fearing that may be too much. I then swear I feel her moan in my mouth, and it’s the most incredible fucking turn on I have ever heard in my life. She must have realized it too considering she pulled her lips off mine, her hands coming up to her mouth.
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About S.A. Rolls:
S.A. Rolls is a native of the Bay Area, where she attended culinary school and obtained a degree in baking and pastry. When she is not baking, she spends her time reading and writing. Stephanie reads anything – from biographies of her favorite president to the most popular YA series. Inspired by her surroundings, she has written her first novel, based in San Francisco, her favorite city. She currently lives with her boyfriend and their five-year-old pug.
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