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Savage Cinderella
Eighteen year-old Brinn Hathaway has survived alone in an abandoned cabin in the High Country of North Georgia since she was a child. If her life is lonely and less than complete, at least she is safe from the man who kidnapped her, held her captive, and left her for dead in a shallow grave in the mountains. She believes that her parents are dead, the police are her enemy, and that if she returns to the world, her tormentor will find her. With the help of some unlikely friends, she has what she needs to survive, but is surviving enough?
Life takes a turn when a young nature photographer, Justin Spencer—in pursuit of the fabled Wild Child—captures her on film. While chasing the story of a lifetime, Justin is injured and Brinn comes to his rescue. The two build a tentative friendship, but he must decide if proving himself is worth betraying the trust of the girl he has vowed to help.
Trust is a commodity that Brinn has been unable to afford. Can the kindness and gentle touch of a stranger break through the wall she has built around her heart? After half a lifetime of living in isolation and fear, Brinn must decide if leaving the safety of her remote cabin is worth the hope—and danger—that may await her.
Life takes a turn when a young nature photographer, Justin Spencer—in pursuit of the fabled Wild Child—captures her on film. While chasing the story of a lifetime, Justin is injured and Brinn comes to his rescue. The two build a tentative friendship, but he must decide if proving himself is worth betraying the trust of the girl he has vowed to help.
Trust is a commodity that Brinn has been unable to afford. Can the kindness and gentle touch of a stranger break through the wall she has built around her heart? After half a lifetime of living in isolation and fear, Brinn must decide if leaving the safety of her remote cabin is worth the hope—and danger—that may await her.
250 pages, Kindle Edition
First published March 12, 2012
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About the author
P.J. Sharon
18 books90 followersPJ Sharon is the award winning author of contemporary young adult novels, including PIECES of LOVE, HEAVEN IS FOR HEROES, ON THIN ICE, and SAVAGE CINDERELLA, winner of the 2013 HOLT Medallion Award and the 2013 National Excellence in Romance Fiction Award. Follow the Savage Cinderella Novella Series with FINDING HOPE, LOST BOYS, SACRED GROUND, and BROKEN ANGEL. PJ is also the author of The Chronicles of Lily Carmichael, a YA Dystopian trilogy, which includes the award winning novels WANING MOON, WESTERN DESERT, and HEALING WATERS.
In addition, PJ Sharon owns ABSolute Fitness and Therapeutic Bodywork, a private practice massage therapy and personal training business in East Granby, CT. With over twenty-five years in the health and fitness industry, Ms. Sharon offers a multidisciplinary approach to wellness. Overcome Your Sedentary Lifestyle
(A Practical Guide to Improving Health, Fitness, and Well-being for Desk Dwellers and Couch Potatoes), her debut non-fiction title, is a holistic living, self-help book, sure to motivate readers toward a more balanced and active lifestyle.
Writing since 2007 and following her destiny to write romantic and hopeful stories for teens, PJ is a member of Romance Writers of America, CTRWA, and YARWA. She is mother to two grown sons and lives with her husband in the Berkshire Hills of Western MA.
In addition, PJ Sharon owns ABSolute Fitness and Therapeutic Bodywork, a private practice massage therapy and personal training business in East Granby, CT. With over twenty-five years in the health and fitness industry, Ms. Sharon offers a multidisciplinary approach to wellness. Overcome Your Sedentary Lifestyle
(A Practical Guide to Improving Health, Fitness, and Well-being for Desk Dwellers and Couch Potatoes), her debut non-fiction title, is a holistic living, self-help book, sure to motivate readers toward a more balanced and active lifestyle.
Writing since 2007 and following her destiny to write romantic and hopeful stories for teens, PJ is a member of Romance Writers of America, CTRWA, and YARWA. She is mother to two grown sons and lives with her husband in the Berkshire Hills of Western MA.
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February 23, 2018
Brinn is a likeable character and the story is told in an engaging style. I enjoyed the book, which was very readable, but see below.
Occasionally, the plot felt forced; particularly,
*** Spoiler ***
[A necessary part of this review, so I can't hide it.]
I could not comfortably accept the idea that a girl who lived feral from the age of eight could be dressed up and go to a night club in the city within a few weeks of encountering a photographer in the forest.
On the other hand, however, this same background made the dramatic ending believable.
Occasionally, the plot felt forced; particularly,
*** Spoiler ***
[A necessary part of this review, so I can't hide it.]
I could not comfortably accept the idea that a girl who lived feral from the age of eight could be dressed up and go to a night club in the city within a few weeks of encountering a photographer in the forest.
On the other hand, however, this same background made the dramatic ending believable.
February 19, 2015
I'm sure it was not easy to write "Savage Cinderella".
We experience the story from the perspective of a young woman who was kidnapped when she was 8, held captive till she was 10 and after that survived alone in the woods for 8 years. In the beginning I was surprised who civilized Brinn was. Where had she learned adult vocabulary? Who had she spoken to? To my delight, Sharon managed to explain everything nicely. Yes, Brinn makes sense the way she turned out to be. I was only a bit taken aback by the fact that she turned from being disgusted by physical relationships (makes sense since she was abused when little) into I-want-him-he's-so-hot in not that much time. I don't know if that's realistic but well, that's freedom of artistic expression I guess?
I found "Savage Cinderella" slow in the beginning. We get to know Brinn, Justin is introduced and the two of them get to know each other. I kept thinking that was it: a love story. But no, "Savage Cinderella" turns into quite some thriller later on and was almost impossible to put down. Haunting and very exciting - another strong novel by Sharon though the feeling was not as real as with for example On Thin Ice.
We experience the story from the perspective of a young woman who was kidnapped when she was 8, held captive till she was 10 and after that survived alone in the woods for 8 years. In the beginning I was surprised who civilized Brinn was. Where had she learned adult vocabulary? Who had she spoken to? To my delight, Sharon managed to explain everything nicely. Yes, Brinn makes sense the way she turned out to be. I was only a bit taken aback by the fact that she turned from being disgusted by physical relationships (makes sense since she was abused when little) into I-want-him-he's-so-hot in not that much time. I don't know if that's realistic but well, that's freedom of artistic expression I guess?
I found "Savage Cinderella" slow in the beginning. We get to know Brinn, Justin is introduced and the two of them get to know each other. I kept thinking that was it: a love story. But no, "Savage Cinderella" turns into quite some thriller later on and was almost impossible to put down. Haunting and very exciting - another strong novel by Sharon though the feeling was not as real as with for example On Thin Ice.
August 18, 2017
This book is my first from P.J. Sharon, boy it will not be the last one. The story is one full of hard reality, abuse, kidnap. The kind of story that you want to hold your kids and believe that just happen in books. But that isn't the only thing, it's a story of survival, of outliving so much suffering. The heroine is strong. The Hero isn't the hero, and Justin is there for support, he let her fight and by fight coming back healthy "Justin. His name had a nice sound to it. “Just him,” She is the one fighting for survival, to let go the imprison even after she was free. Beautiful story!
May 8, 2012
There have been travesties plaguing our society for centuries, but more recently gross atrocities against children have caught insatiable attention in the media. Stories of murdered or missing children have run ramped for everyone to view live on the news. So when I began to read Savage Cinderella, from the name alone I was hesitant thinking it would be some dark fairy tale, but as I began to read I was intrigued.
The beginning of the story unfolds as a man named Roy takes a girls’ body out of the trunk leaving her for dead in the mountains. The way the author writes the dominance in his character is the epitome of what readers would associate with a killer and pedophile. In addition, Roy’s character speaks about promises he makes that he does not retract-ever. That common thread is embedded throughout the story. And in the final pages it resonates in the readers’ mind to an almost deadly end.
The reader builds an emotional bond with the victim through her plight and when she yields no more to her fears, the reader becomes empowered alongside her. As the story progresses, Brinn survives the mountains and without giving up too much of the story undergoes a wonderful, yet difficult transformation when a journalist, her love interest, discovers her in the wilderness.
The author, PJ Sharon, strings words together in poetic perfection. Her use of figurative language draws in the reader and allows for a grand appreciation of the scenery she depicts. One of my favorite excerpts:
“Kicking along the pathway, she took a moment to stop and take in the view along the crest. It was a lovely day, the sun spilling across the valley, the trees like a sea of green set beneath a cloudless blue sky. She drew in the crisp morning air. She never tired of the breathtaking beauty of the mountains with their tangle of deep blue ridges that spread like tree roots into the mist. The perfect view could only be improved if she had someone to share it with, she considered, not for the first time. She pushed the thought away.”
In this paragraph from Savage Cinderella any reader can see the harmonic "wordology" of this author. The characterization is also right on with an impressive insight to the nativity and vulnerability the victim Brinn possesses. Furthermore, the hideous description of the villain, Roy, brings strong emotions of hatred and disgust rightfully so as we root for the protagonist in this story.
The title, Savage Cinderella correlates with the theme accurately and Cinderella represents a simple, virtuous and innocent symbol as the word savage is appropriate for the environment Brinn was thrust into after being disregarded like trash. If anything could be juxtaposed to symbolize beauty in the rough it would be the main character and the title. To me, the story brought the weight of the evils upon children to light, with a passionate story that saddened me, but also evoked an array of feelings within me. I know that is what writers want readers to do-FEEL! I believe this to be true with this author.
Savage Cinderella was presented to me as written for young adults. Some mature issues regarding sex and sex acts were addressed although none were actually depicted in the book. In my opinion it is appropriate for older middle school and high school teens. All the issues relating to sex are tastefully explained as it coincides with issues pertaining to the material and main ideas in the story.
As a parent I would read it before I allowed my middle school teen to read it, but I would feel more than comfortable with it being read by a high school student. However, this is a personal choice any parent can assess. I can say with any clarity is that in comparison with some of the TV shows today advertised to teens, this is much more responsibly suited for them. As a parent I would read and discuss the content matter with my teenager. It presents many valuable lessons as well as an appreciation for learning, a trusting friendship, and the importance of family.
Paula Sharon is an author to watch!
M.Espinola
The beginning of the story unfolds as a man named Roy takes a girls’ body out of the trunk leaving her for dead in the mountains. The way the author writes the dominance in his character is the epitome of what readers would associate with a killer and pedophile. In addition, Roy’s character speaks about promises he makes that he does not retract-ever. That common thread is embedded throughout the story. And in the final pages it resonates in the readers’ mind to an almost deadly end.
The reader builds an emotional bond with the victim through her plight and when she yields no more to her fears, the reader becomes empowered alongside her. As the story progresses, Brinn survives the mountains and without giving up too much of the story undergoes a wonderful, yet difficult transformation when a journalist, her love interest, discovers her in the wilderness.
The author, PJ Sharon, strings words together in poetic perfection. Her use of figurative language draws in the reader and allows for a grand appreciation of the scenery she depicts. One of my favorite excerpts:
“Kicking along the pathway, she took a moment to stop and take in the view along the crest. It was a lovely day, the sun spilling across the valley, the trees like a sea of green set beneath a cloudless blue sky. She drew in the crisp morning air. She never tired of the breathtaking beauty of the mountains with their tangle of deep blue ridges that spread like tree roots into the mist. The perfect view could only be improved if she had someone to share it with, she considered, not for the first time. She pushed the thought away.”
In this paragraph from Savage Cinderella any reader can see the harmonic "wordology" of this author. The characterization is also right on with an impressive insight to the nativity and vulnerability the victim Brinn possesses. Furthermore, the hideous description of the villain, Roy, brings strong emotions of hatred and disgust rightfully so as we root for the protagonist in this story.
The title, Savage Cinderella correlates with the theme accurately and Cinderella represents a simple, virtuous and innocent symbol as the word savage is appropriate for the environment Brinn was thrust into after being disregarded like trash. If anything could be juxtaposed to symbolize beauty in the rough it would be the main character and the title. To me, the story brought the weight of the evils upon children to light, with a passionate story that saddened me, but also evoked an array of feelings within me. I know that is what writers want readers to do-FEEL! I believe this to be true with this author.
Savage Cinderella was presented to me as written for young adults. Some mature issues regarding sex and sex acts were addressed although none were actually depicted in the book. In my opinion it is appropriate for older middle school and high school teens. All the issues relating to sex are tastefully explained as it coincides with issues pertaining to the material and main ideas in the story.
As a parent I would read it before I allowed my middle school teen to read it, but I would feel more than comfortable with it being read by a high school student. However, this is a personal choice any parent can assess. I can say with any clarity is that in comparison with some of the TV shows today advertised to teens, this is much more responsibly suited for them. As a parent I would read and discuss the content matter with my teenager. It presents many valuable lessons as well as an appreciation for learning, a trusting friendship, and the importance of family.
Paula Sharon is an author to watch!
M.Espinola
April 23, 2012
This book got off to an excellent start. Initially I was just looking at it to categorise it on my Kindle (I store my books by genre), and I started reading... and couldn't stop. At least until the point where Justin left her, and she went down to see Abby and wound up in the pub. After that, it lost a little of its charm to me. The wild woman in the woods idea was great - and I can't deny that she would have had to leave at some point, but she just didn't seem feral enough to me, once she was out in the real world. She talked like a normal teenager, more-or-less acted like a normal teenager and well... everything in the plot just seemed to slot too well together. They identified her abuser. They tracked him down. They caught him. He escaped... And the final dramatic conclusion was a little too horror movie in some regards for me - the killer that just would not die. I'm not sure precisely how it could have been better, just that it could have. All up, not a bad read, just not a great one either.
On the plus side - very good editting in terms of grammar and spelling mistakes (I cannot recall finding anything aside from a misplaced comma or two) although the formatting was off sometimes when they engaged in conversation, indenting it all. Odd that.
On the plus side - very good editting in terms of grammar and spelling mistakes (I cannot recall finding anything aside from a misplaced comma or two) although the formatting was off sometimes when they engaged in conversation, indenting it all. Odd that.
May 9, 2012
I loved this book! When I was looking for a new book to read I almost overlooked it because of the cover, I am very visual and this looked too dark for my liking. But it was not one that I wanted to put down, in fact I recommended it to my co-worker by chapter 4.
June 4, 2012
It is well worth the time and money. PJ Sharon is that most elusive of creatures…an amazing storyteller. She uses words to paint pictures of people and places that captivate the reader, drawing them into complex storylines that hold you enthralled until the very end.
March 27, 2013
I randomly found this book on Amazon and was pleasantly surprised by the quality of the writing. The characters were well done and the storyline was very gripping. I would definitely read other titles by this author.
August 12, 2014
4.5/5.0
In reading the story of Brinn, attention is drawn to the horrific subject of child abuse in a most effective, yet harrowing way.
Read full review in the 2012 July/August issue of InD’tale Magazine.
In reading the story of Brinn, attention is drawn to the horrific subject of child abuse in a most effective, yet harrowing way.
Read full review in the 2012 July/August issue of InD’tale Magazine.
September 12, 2018
This is a very unusual novel written by PJS. about a young girl who seems to begin life at the bottom of the poor mentally and physically. However, there is a n incident that changes that perspective completely. The buildup in the beginning leads to a can't out you down ending. This is an excellent read for the genre....DEHS
May 23, 2019
This was quite a book. I really enjoyed it from start to finish. It was well written. I thought it was very unique. The emotions were very strong and you could feel how the main characters were reacting to their unique situations. The author does a wonderful job of writing this book. I want to read more from her too!
February 28, 2021
A fast and intense read about a girl who is the ultimate survivor and the boy who finds her in a mountainous forest in Georgia. Plenty of suspense, a human monster and an inhuman savior. Edge-of-your-seat finish. A very good book tor teens liking adventure, but equally good as bibliotherapy for those dealing with the trauma of kidnapping or sexual assault.
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June 21, 2021Like a hike in the mountains, both wondrous and perilous
A story of survival. Of overcoming. Healing. And love, both old and new. The journey was a thrill and a bit of an eye opener to the horrors that are reality. But instead of giving in to the fear the reader is encouraged to push through it and fight back. Truly inspiring.
A story of survival. Of overcoming. Healing. And love, both old and new. The journey was a thrill and a bit of an eye opener to the horrors that are reality. But instead of giving in to the fear the reader is encouraged to push through it and fight back. Truly inspiring.
June 11, 2018
Must read
Gripping, heartbreaking, suspenseful, captivating and victorious. So much detail and heart in this quick read. Monsters are everywhere but that can’t stop you from living and loving
Gripping, heartbreaking, suspenseful, captivating and victorious. So much detail and heart in this quick read. Monsters are everywhere but that can’t stop you from living and loving
October 31, 2018
Can't wait for the next book, read this in one night.
I have this a five star 🌟because it kept getting better all the way to the end. This is a good young adult book that I enjoyed. I will be keeping my eye out for anything that PJ Sharon releasesw
I have this a five star 🌟because it kept getting better all the way to the end. This is a good young adult book that I enjoyed. I will be keeping my eye out for anything that PJ Sharon releasesw
February 8, 2019
Gripping and raw
Chapter one pulls you in, by chapter four you know you're not putting this book down any time soon. There is so much to this story that sometimes it seems overwhelming.
Chapter one pulls you in, by chapter four you know you're not putting this book down any time soon. There is so much to this story that sometimes it seems overwhelming.
May 31, 2022
Excellent
A must read book. Great from star to finish. Can't imagine what Brinn had gone through and his this had had her strong yet scared.
You'll not be disappointed reading this book and recommend to all.
A must read book. Great from star to finish. Can't imagine what Brinn had gone through and his this had had her strong yet scared.
You'll not be disappointed reading this book and recommend to all.
August 22, 2017
An amazing book of adversity and courage
April 20, 2018
It wasn't bad, from what I read, but I just didn't stay engaged.
August 6, 2018
Great read!
As someone who is a bit of a loner, for my own reasons, this book brought home how important it is to open up to a world you may have forgotten existed.
As someone who is a bit of a loner, for my own reasons, this book brought home how important it is to open up to a world you may have forgotten existed.
November 17, 2019
I'm not really sure how I feel about this book, to be honest. I liked it sometimes, and other times I rolled my eyes and hoped it would be over already.
February 16, 2021
Nice read
I had this book on my Kindle for two years. I was looking for an easy and captivating read and this book hit the spot. Sweet story.
I had this book on my Kindle for two years. I was looking for an easy and captivating read and this book hit the spot. Sweet story.
April 19, 2021
Good
This is not your everyday fairytale. This is a hard, delicate read. The author has a great talent with description and I was able to “see”each character. I recommend
This is not your everyday fairytale. This is a hard, delicate read. The author has a great talent with description and I was able to “see”each character. I recommend
March 3, 2017
its a must read story. it keeps you hooked to the very end and its just all around beautiful, and its very intriguing
June 3, 2012
Got this one for free on Amazon.com for the Kindle)
If you, dear reader, are following on my reviews, you might notice that I read this after reading Dead To You...
I know, a little sadistic of me reading two really good books about child abduction. But I try to follow a list and this coincidence was unavoidable, in a sense. It just felt right to read this book, otherwise I would've tracked down the one meant to be read this day. :D
I may be wrong, but I think this book was published by independent terms. Way to go PJ Sharon! I read at the end that this book in particular went for a lot of rewards, and for good reason. I want to comment on the style before it slips my mind into the mists of my mind where it will remain a mystery if I do not let it see the light of day.
It was amazing! I just, I don't know, it shows a lot of courage writing a story in this particular style. Why? Because of what the story is about and because that written in any other style would have ruin the effect of the story. That pacing of leaving some details unexplained, moving forward to more important issues, taking the time to the lot to really sink in before stirring it, yeah, definitely worked for me. Although, I have to say, and I'm sorry, I would've liked it better if the transition between Brinn's wild life to finding her way to her family again and starting over her new life, those chapters between the before and after, they just seemed rushed and even though I can see it happening, seemed implausible for me, too easy, not dramatic enough. But other than that, perfect.
Like I said, the writing was a mix of perfection and bliss...
The feelings, Brinn's fears, Justin's part in everything and again, the details that were not as important as the story in front of us left alone to their own devices, like windows open for our imagination to crawl in and do whatever it want with them.
So it shocks me that I got it for free because for being a free book it's not half bad. Not bad at all. So, if you have it and you are doubting...READ IT! I do not know if it will be for free again on the site but it does not harms the author your help through the action of buying her lovely book(s). Will I read another PJ Sharon? Of course! :D
And just FYI, I've been vague on details because I do not like spoilers so do not expect those from me. :D Have a nice reading!
If you, dear reader, are following on my reviews, you might notice that I read this after reading Dead To You...
I know, a little sadistic of me reading two really good books about child abduction. But I try to follow a list and this coincidence was unavoidable, in a sense. It just felt right to read this book, otherwise I would've tracked down the one meant to be read this day. :D
I may be wrong, but I think this book was published by independent terms. Way to go PJ Sharon! I read at the end that this book in particular went for a lot of rewards, and for good reason. I want to comment on the style before it slips my mind into the mists of my mind where it will remain a mystery if I do not let it see the light of day.
It was amazing! I just, I don't know, it shows a lot of courage writing a story in this particular style. Why? Because of what the story is about and because that written in any other style would have ruin the effect of the story. That pacing of leaving some details unexplained, moving forward to more important issues, taking the time to the lot to really sink in before stirring it, yeah, definitely worked for me. Although, I have to say, and I'm sorry, I would've liked it better if the transition between Brinn's wild life to finding her way to her family again and starting over her new life, those chapters between the before and after, they just seemed rushed and even though I can see it happening, seemed implausible for me, too easy, not dramatic enough. But other than that, perfect.
Like I said, the writing was a mix of perfection and bliss...
The feelings, Brinn's fears, Justin's part in everything and again, the details that were not as important as the story in front of us left alone to their own devices, like windows open for our imagination to crawl in and do whatever it want with them.
So it shocks me that I got it for free because for being a free book it's not half bad. Not bad at all. So, if you have it and you are doubting...READ IT! I do not know if it will be for free again on the site but it does not harms the author your help through the action of buying her lovely book(s). Will I read another PJ Sharon? Of course! :D
And just FYI, I've been vague on details because I do not like spoilers so do not expect those from me. :D Have a nice reading!
July 3, 2012
Over all I really enjoyed this book. I think the author did and amazing job of showing just how much the abuse Brinn when through really formed how she was and would affect her for the rest of her life. I also liked how the book was told from the three different perspectives, I think it gave a lot more depth to Justin than you probably would have gotten if it was just told from Brinn's point of view. Being inside Ray's mind was just horrible, but I think it was just this side of over the top, I mean there has to be something seriously wrong with a guy who would do what he does to children and I think it came across very well.
I also liked how the story took place over several different events other than just Brinn living in the woods. I was only about half way through the book and so much had already happened it actually made me more excited to see how in the world there could be so much more.
Now the down sides:
There were times where I couldn't picture what was happening because there were either not enough details or the actions seemed wrong. For instance ******Spoiler***** Brinn was laying in Justin's arms with her back to him when she woke up from her nightmare, but then suddenly her face was in his chest, but it never made since how she instantly went from her back to him to facing him. Also in the car, I know eventually it was stated that Justin was using a Bluetooth but that wasn't mention until after he was talking on the phone and reach over to touch Brinn's hair and somehow was driving at the same time. ****Spoiler over*****
I think the end also kind of dragged on a little with the *epic battle scene* getting a little annoying, and I really didn't much care for the epilogue at all.
I also liked how the story took place over several different events other than just Brinn living in the woods. I was only about half way through the book and so much had already happened it actually made me more excited to see how in the world there could be so much more.
Now the down sides:
There were times where I couldn't picture what was happening because there were either not enough details or the actions seemed wrong. For instance ******Spoiler***** Brinn was laying in Justin's arms with her back to him when she woke up from her nightmare, but then suddenly her face was in his chest, but it never made since how she instantly went from her back to him to facing him. Also in the car, I know eventually it was stated that Justin was using a Bluetooth but that wasn't mention until after he was talking on the phone and reach over to touch Brinn's hair and somehow was driving at the same time. ****Spoiler over*****
I think the end also kind of dragged on a little with the *epic battle scene* getting a little annoying, and I really didn't much care for the epilogue at all.
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February 15, 2016200-300p Eighteen year-old Brinn Hathaway has survived alone in an abandoned cabin in the High Country of North Georgia since she was a child. If her life is lonely and less than complete, at least she is safe from the man who kidnapped her, held her captive, and left her for dead in a shallow grave in the mountains. She believes that her parents are dead, the police are her enemy, and that if she returns to the world, her tormentor will find her. With the help of some unlikely friends, she has what she needs to survive, but is surviving enough? Life takes a turn when a young nature photographer, Justin Spencer 14in pursuit of the fabled Wild Child 14captures her on film. While chasing the story of a lifetime, Justin is injured and Brinn comes to his rescue. The two build a tentative friendship, but with his own violent past, an abusive alcoholic father, and a mother he couldn 19t protect, he must decide if proving himself is worth betraying the trust of the girl he has vowed to help. Trust is a commodity that Brinn has been unable to afford. Can the kindness and gentle touch of a stranger break through the wall she has built around her heart? After half a lifetime of living in isolation and fear, Brinn must decide if leaving the safety of her remote cabin is worth the hope 14and danger 14that may await her.
December 17, 2014
Savage Cinderella is about the life of a girl named Brinn Hathaway who has a traumatic past and will do anything to keep hiding from it. That is, until Justin Spencer barges in and is determined to figure her out. Soon after his appearance, Brinn's life is completely turned around, and she starts trying to get her old self back: the person she was before the kidnapping, before the torture, before she lived in the woods, and before her life was completely taken away. This is a heart-warming romance novel that is packed with adventure, action, and tons of emotion.
I think the love between Brinn and Justin was really sweet, innocent, and genuine in the way it developed throughout the novel. The action scenes were on point and had me jumping on the edge of my chair in excitement. However, the beginning of the novel had me confused and dispirited, for the author just threw me right into some major scenes without enough prior knowledge. The author should've developed the setting and characters more at the start so that the reader could get a better feel and understanding of the whole story.
This review is also posted on the LitPick site.
I think the love between Brinn and Justin was really sweet, innocent, and genuine in the way it developed throughout the novel. The action scenes were on point and had me jumping on the edge of my chair in excitement. However, the beginning of the novel had me confused and dispirited, for the author just threw me right into some major scenes without enough prior knowledge. The author should've developed the setting and characters more at the start so that the reader could get a better feel and understanding of the whole story.
This review is also posted on the LitPick site.
May 19, 2012
I started out a bit wary of this book. (I try to avoid very heavy topics, since I mostly read for enjoyment not depression.) It really grabbed my attention though and it didn't have a depressing feel, a but hopeful one. Everything seemed to work out so unrealistically well that it removed the threat of being too tragic. As a matter of fact, I had a hard time accepting parts of the storyline; esp. how she survived at such a young age in the mountains alone and how Abby kept her secret for so long and didn't grow-up, come to her senses and tell her parents about Brinn. Brinn also converted from wild mountain girl to civilized young lady very quickly. Even with all of this though, I still really liked the story and there were many times when I didn't want to put it down. Maybe, I'm not the best judge, because I seem to really like books that work things out unrealistically well and end in happily ever afters.
June 26, 2012
As a young girl, Briana was stolen from her family, chained, tortured, and thrown away like a sack of trash. As a young woman, Brinn has learned how to survive on her own, in the wilderness, relying only on her skills and a few unlikely friends to get by. She can not think of the helpless girl she once was, or the safe familiy she once knew. But when photojournalist Justin appears in her forest, Brinn is scared by the spark of hope that is reignited. The upheaval he can bring to her life could threaten her very existance, but after 8 years alone she's not sure she can pass up the chance to reconnect with society.
It's a fairly predictable story arc, however it is well written and the characters are believable and sympathetic. It is a page-turner, as I was holding my breath for Brinn all the way, cringing at what she's endured, hoping she can indeed find a better life.
It's a fairly predictable story arc, however it is well written and the characters are believable and sympathetic. It is a page-turner, as I was holding my breath for Brinn all the way, cringing at what she's endured, hoping she can indeed find a better life.
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