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Broken Hearts #1
Broken Truth
Life for Charlotte (Charlie) Harris couldn’t be any better at this moment in time. She has her dream job, she has the extremely wealthy knight in shining armour and she has the best friends a girl could ever ask for. On paper, the beautiful world unfolding at her feet almost appears too good to be true for a working class girl from Manchester right?
But what happens when you gloss over the statistics and realise that the happy bubble you have been living in for the past fifteen months has all been a twisted, torturous path of lies? What if you realised that the person you loved wasn’t who they claimed to be any longer?
With the once sacred and happy memories now turned into hatred and despair, Charlie must now follow her instincts to either forget her past and move on or force the hand that holds the cards to her life to reshuffle the deck before it leads onto the twisted future that lies in store.
What will she choose?
Can she forgive and forget for the only man her heart has ever loved?
(18+) This book forms part of a series of standalones. Although it isn't essential to read in order, you will find spoilers along the way in each follow-up book.
But what happens when you gloss over the statistics and realise that the happy bubble you have been living in for the past fifteen months has all been a twisted, torturous path of lies? What if you realised that the person you loved wasn’t who they claimed to be any longer?
With the once sacred and happy memories now turned into hatred and despair, Charlie must now follow her instincts to either forget her past and move on or force the hand that holds the cards to her life to reshuffle the deck before it leads onto the twisted future that lies in store.
What will she choose?
Can she forgive and forget for the only man her heart has ever loved?
(18+) This book forms part of a series of standalones. Although it isn't essential to read in order, you will find spoilers along the way in each follow-up book.
253 pages, Kindle Edition
First published November 15, 2013
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Beth Ashworth
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Beth Ashworth was born in Manchester, but shortly moved to the modest city of Coventry where she was raised and still resides now.
As an avid reader from a very early age, Beth has always been keen to put her words onto paper. As a child she was always found with either a book in her hand, a pen and notepad or a computer games controller.
Starting off by initially writing alternate endings to her favourite Jacqueline Wilson books from around the age of ten, Beth has continued to grow and love her passion for books.
Eventually, after many unfinished books and short stories, she finally decided to follow her passion and write books that she hopes people will love.
When she isn't reading or writing, Beth loves to spend time with her husband and friends.
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November 17, 2013
3.5--Drama Filled--Stars!!!
Wow.....first half of the book--little to no drama....second half of the book--drama overload. A bit too much drama really. Some of it I saw coming....most of it I saw coming.
Broken Truth is the story of Charlie and Callum (love the name). Charlie is an apprentice at a boutique working evenings at a bar to make ends meet. One night while working Charlie meets Callum Ellis.
Flash forward 15 months and Charlie and Callum are boyfriend/girlfriend....living together. Charlie is no longer an apprentice but a stylist at the boutique. Callum works a lot of hours and Charlie spends the week alone while Callum works out of town. As work starts to bleed in to Charlie and Callum's weekends together Charlie begins to question their relationship and future together.
A surprise visit to Callum opens Charlie's eyes to a whole new Callum. I had a feeling what Callum's secret was and I was right. I knew there were circumstances surrounding his secrets. The first half of the book is all about Callum and Charlie's relationship....and it was a quite steamy first half. Once the secrets are revealed, Charlie questions everything she knew up to that point.
The second half of the book was lots and lots of drama. As pieces of the puzzle continue to be revealed Charlie struggles with her feelings. Can she accept what Callum has been hiding? Is her love for Callum enough to look past and accept everything.
Overall I thought this was a pretty decent read. It was quick and pretty well written. Several things didn't really add up for me in the story. I liked the supporting characters....Charlie had a great group of friends. Maybe just a little less drama surrounding Callum and I could've given it a higher rating.
Wow.....first half of the book--little to no drama....second half of the book--drama overload. A bit too much drama really. Some of it I saw coming....most of it I saw coming.
Broken Truth is the story of Charlie and Callum (love the name). Charlie is an apprentice at a boutique working evenings at a bar to make ends meet. One night while working Charlie meets Callum Ellis.
Flash forward 15 months and Charlie and Callum are boyfriend/girlfriend....living together. Charlie is no longer an apprentice but a stylist at the boutique. Callum works a lot of hours and Charlie spends the week alone while Callum works out of town. As work starts to bleed in to Charlie and Callum's weekends together Charlie begins to question their relationship and future together.
A surprise visit to Callum opens Charlie's eyes to a whole new Callum. I had a feeling what Callum's secret was and I was right. I knew there were circumstances surrounding his secrets. The first half of the book is all about Callum and Charlie's relationship....and it was a quite steamy first half. Once the secrets are revealed, Charlie questions everything she knew up to that point.
The second half of the book was lots and lots of drama. As pieces of the puzzle continue to be revealed Charlie struggles with her feelings. Can she accept what Callum has been hiding? Is her love for Callum enough to look past and accept everything.
Overall I thought this was a pretty decent read. It was quick and pretty well written. Several things didn't really add up for me in the story. I liked the supporting characters....Charlie had a great group of friends. Maybe just a little less drama surrounding Callum and I could've given it a higher rating.
October 28, 2015
5*****
The story of Charlie and Callum is not the usual romance...well it is but it isn't.
Have you ever been in a fairly newer relationship when you know something isn't right but you loveeeee him so much you "trust" him? Or ignore the little signs that pang in your gut? Charlie has been with Callum for 15 months and never once questioned his loyalty , I mean why would she he loves and adores her right? They have the most magnificent chemistry and as the book starts to unfold all looks "perfect" in their little world.
BUT.....
Why would your boyfriend leave every week?
Why would you not chat almost at all throughout the week?
Why would he start to take long phone calls and step away for hours all weekend long?
WHY WHY WHY WHY WHY WHY Did Charlie not ask any questions? I found her not asking completely believable. Everything else was so perfect why ruin everything? Her past and current relationship with her family could be the reason why. Charlie believes Callum is her savior anything else would completely destroy her. He showed up in her life when she was struggling in so many ways and once he showed up her life was bearable again. D. E. N. I. L. E.
We have all been there at one time or another so yes I found her not asking questions very believable.
First off the freaking shmexy scenes are HAWWWWT!! OH and Callum is handsome, distinguished, and ....HAWT so whats not to love right?
The story continues down the typical predictable road....so you may think but keeeeeeep on reading because besides the obvious issues that stand out and all that you believe is going to happen sooo much more is happening. Not everything is what it seems....
At this point you know what is happening and as she heads to London its like a train wreck, you can not peel your eyes away. Your heart breaks for her and her pain is so palpable. Her devoted and lovable friends are at her side pushing her to move on.
The alley scene is pure steam and I so wanted her to go through with it EITHER WAY ITS SMOLDERING....until....
I rooted for Charlie as she was trying to move on and agreed with her decision to move forward with her career but what I thought would happen was quickly cast aside when who we think is walking through the door doesn't. My mouth fell open and I loved hearing and seeing her thoughts all over her face.
This is a great breakout STAND ALONE story with shmexy scenes that make you continue to root for Callum. Beware because you will probably finish this one in one sitting so do not start it late in the evening.
The story of Charlie and Callum is not the usual romance...well it is but it isn't.
Have you ever been in a fairly newer relationship when you know something isn't right but you loveeeee him so much you "trust" him? Or ignore the little signs that pang in your gut? Charlie has been with Callum for 15 months and never once questioned his loyalty , I mean why would she he loves and adores her right? They have the most magnificent chemistry and as the book starts to unfold all looks "perfect" in their little world.
BUT.....
Why would your boyfriend leave every week?
Why would you not chat almost at all throughout the week?
Why would he start to take long phone calls and step away for hours all weekend long?
WHY WHY WHY WHY WHY WHY Did Charlie not ask any questions? I found her not asking completely believable. Everything else was so perfect why ruin everything? Her past and current relationship with her family could be the reason why. Charlie believes Callum is her savior anything else would completely destroy her. He showed up in her life when she was struggling in so many ways and once he showed up her life was bearable again. D. E. N. I. L. E.
We have all been there at one time or another so yes I found her not asking questions very believable.
First off the freaking shmexy scenes are HAWWWWT!! OH and Callum is handsome, distinguished, and ....HAWT so whats not to love right?
The story continues down the typical predictable road....so you may think but keeeeeeep on reading because besides the obvious issues that stand out and all that you believe is going to happen sooo much more is happening. Not everything is what it seems....
At this point you know what is happening and as she heads to London its like a train wreck, you can not peel your eyes away. Your heart breaks for her and her pain is so palpable. Her devoted and lovable friends are at her side pushing her to move on.
The alley scene is pure steam and I so wanted her to go through with it EITHER WAY ITS SMOLDERING....until....
I rooted for Charlie as she was trying to move on and agreed with her decision to move forward with her career but what I thought would happen was quickly cast aside when who we think is walking through the door doesn't. My mouth fell open and I loved hearing and seeing her thoughts all over her face.
This is a great breakout STAND ALONE story with shmexy scenes that make you continue to root for Callum. Beware because you will probably finish this one in one sitting so do not start it late in the evening.
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November 17, 2013“I didn’t even think it was possible for you to get pregnant while breastfeeding,” Callum said as he placed a hand gently on her tummy.
“Well I wasn’t breastfeeding exclusively because we mixed it up with breast milk and formula. It is easier to get pregnant that way,” she advised, keeping a watchful eye on the squirming child under the blanket.
This is all I have to say about this book.
The passage was taken from the very end of the novel, and once I encountered it, it just erased all other thoughts I had, or might have had.
I am not sure if the author is utterly ignorant or just plain irresponsible. To say that somebody can not get pregnant while breastfeeding and then moving on to elaborate HOW she got pregnant while on the magically contraceptive regime of freaking breastfeeding is just…just…I have no worlds.
“Well I wasn’t breastfeeding exclusively because we mixed it up with breast milk and formula. It is easier to get pregnant that way,” she advised, keeping a watchful eye on the squirming child under the blanket.
This is all I have to say about this book.
The passage was taken from the very end of the novel, and once I encountered it, it just erased all other thoughts I had, or might have had.
I am not sure if the author is utterly ignorant or just plain irresponsible. To say that somebody can not get pregnant while breastfeeding and then moving on to elaborate HOW she got pregnant while on the magically contraceptive regime of freaking breastfeeding is just…just…I have no worlds.
November 24, 2013
I LOVED THIS BOOK! I loved Charlie with her spunky and sassy personality. There were so many times that she made me laugh, like when eating the sandwich that was 'the fucking shit!' And Callum... *whew* Callum was so yummy and smooth. Dirty talking and oh-so sexy. The hot scenes were kind of OMFG! And I loved the 'British-isms' and the drama that unfolded, even though it made my heart lurch and ache.
Nipple count was only 15, but don't let that fool you. There were 128 instances of 'fuck' and the sex was soooooooooo H-O-T! Callum has such a sexy, dirty mouth and the things he says are just YUMMY! And there's lots of tasting and licking and pulsating and moaning.
All in all, I can't WAIT for more from this new author!
Nipple count was only 15, but don't let that fool you. There were 128 instances of 'fuck' and the sex was soooooooooo H-O-T! Callum has such a sexy, dirty mouth and the things he says are just YUMMY! And there's lots of tasting and licking and pulsating and moaning.
All in all, I can't WAIT for more from this new author!
October 8, 2014
Okey i read almost all the review of what is going on in Callum's penthouse back in London. what did charlie found out....What, Why , what is wrong...i haven't read a single one, the reviewers are hiding that details to anyone looking for a spoilers who might not want to read this at all because the issue might be very big....You see what matters most to me when reading books such as this is the flow of the story, how can The hero or heroine redeem their selves after the books misunderstanding, their action and everything like how they felt, how devastated they are......
Big spoilers.....Callum is Married, his wife's name is Claire, They Have a daughter named Paige,...they are the one he is visiting in London......
Big spoilers.....Callum is Married, his wife's name is Claire, They Have a daughter named Paige,...they are the one he is visiting in London......
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
February 26, 2024
I was being a bitch lately about my review, and I found out I only rated one or two start my last readings, so I decided to rate three stars out of my today goodness, maybe tomorrow I won’t be so sure anymore.
The hero is a billionaire and the heroine is a waitress who wants to work in fashion, they meet, fall in love and have a relationship.
Since they live and works indifferent towns they only see each other in the weekends.
This lasts for about 15 months. Then the heroine starts having some doubts. Why he never calls her, why he doesn’t want her to be with him in London, when she lives in Manchester, so she decides to surprise him. Annnnddd,you know how these surprises go… she goes there at his apartment, condo or whatever penthouse he’s living in, and finds out he has a wife and a daughter.
So it’s game over. He pleads, implores, crawls, but she doesn’t want to hear his excuses.
And then, I must admit this gained my third stars, goes out with her friends to a club, she meets a hot guy and almost has sex with him out in the alley. Thank god for a writer who’s not the usual double standard type. The hero was there lurking in the shadows and stops her and the guy, but she was enjoying the encounter and I was glad she did it too.
Then for one months and a half he tries to talk to her, calling her, texting her, sending her flowers and other thing, but she doesn’t want to hear anything.
In the end he talks to her and explains quite a fantastic kind of story, where the daughter is not his but the father is the man who the heroine was almost banging, and tells her he never lived with his wife, only married because she was pregnant and the child is not even his.
Plots, subplots and threats, and other unlikely explanations later they are all ok and in love again.
Anyway. He lied to her for 16 months, and who knows when he would eventually divorced his wife if the child wasn’t his. After one year? Two years? Ten? And the fact that he kept the heroine in another town, treating her as a mistress is disrespectful and selfish. Without talking about the cheating. But anyway, the heroine was bitch enough and so three stars for the grudge she kept. She didn’t forgive him immediately. He groveled. But a cheater and a liar he is, whatever.
The hero is a billionaire and the heroine is a waitress who wants to work in fashion, they meet, fall in love and have a relationship.
Since they live and works indifferent towns they only see each other in the weekends.
This lasts for about 15 months. Then the heroine starts having some doubts. Why he never calls her, why he doesn’t want her to be with him in London, when she lives in Manchester, so she decides to surprise him. Annnnddd,you know how these surprises go… she goes there at his apartment, condo or whatever penthouse he’s living in, and finds out he has a wife and a daughter.
So it’s game over. He pleads, implores, crawls, but she doesn’t want to hear his excuses.
And then, I must admit this gained my third stars, goes out with her friends to a club, she meets a hot guy and almost has sex with him out in the alley. Thank god for a writer who’s not the usual double standard type. The hero was there lurking in the shadows and stops her and the guy, but she was enjoying the encounter and I was glad she did it too.
Then for one months and a half he tries to talk to her, calling her, texting her, sending her flowers and other thing, but she doesn’t want to hear anything.
In the end he talks to her and explains quite a fantastic kind of story, where the daughter is not his but the father is the man who the heroine was almost banging, and tells her he never lived with his wife, only married because she was pregnant and the child is not even his.
Plots, subplots and threats, and other unlikely explanations later they are all ok and in love again.
Anyway. He lied to her for 16 months, and who knows when he would eventually divorced his wife if the child wasn’t his. After one year? Two years? Ten? And the fact that he kept the heroine in another town, treating her as a mistress is disrespectful and selfish. Without talking about the cheating. But anyway, the heroine was bitch enough and so three stars for the grudge she kept. She didn’t forgive him immediately. He groveled. But a cheater and a liar he is, whatever.
November 19, 2013
This is the story of sweet Charlotte (Charlie) and sexy millionaire Callum.
They meet and he asks her out the same day. Fast forward 15 months and they are living together in a posh apartment that he designed and built. Hes quite the wealthy businessman.
Charlie is into fashion, working at a boutique but also like a stylist.
Callum always seemed shady to me. Works away in London all week, controls their contact by phone calls. Literally she has him on weekends only! It bothers her and she expressed it to Callum. And even tho I didnt trust him, I did feel like he cared deeply for Charlie. I wanted to trust him..
She gets together with her two besties Mia and Lucy and decide to go to London and surprise Callum.
The surprise is on Charlie!
And that my friends is the start of the
There's twists and turns and oh no he didn't moments. Luckily Charlie has her two gals and also Xavier from work. There's always an explanation and plenty of people to provide one. So pay attention very closely when people start spilling the beans. You think one thing and then it turns on you into another dramatic tale and explantion.
Although the story was predictable I did like Callim and Charlie.
They meet and he asks her out the same day. Fast forward 15 months and they are living together in a posh apartment that he designed and built. Hes quite the wealthy businessman.
Charlie is into fashion, working at a boutique but also like a stylist.
Callum always seemed shady to me. Works away in London all week, controls their contact by phone calls. Literally she has him on weekends only! It bothers her and she expressed it to Callum. And even tho I didnt trust him, I did feel like he cared deeply for Charlie. I wanted to trust him..
She gets together with her two besties Mia and Lucy and decide to go to London and surprise Callum.
The surprise is on Charlie!
And that my friends is the start of the
There's twists and turns and oh no he didn't moments. Luckily Charlie has her two gals and also Xavier from work. There's always an explanation and plenty of people to provide one. So pay attention very closely when people start spilling the beans. You think one thing and then it turns on you into another dramatic tale and explantion.
Although the story was predictable I did like Callim and Charlie.
December 4, 2013
A Joint-review by Silvana & I.... ♥
~*~*~*~My REVIEW ~*~*~*~
My Rating : ★★★★✩
This book is really romantic, it’s light and it has just the angst to keep me at the edge of my seat.
Charlotte a.k.a. Charlie’s life is perfect, she has her dream job… a dreamy, rich and near-perfect boyfriend for 16 months…. and she has the most amazing best friends.
But what if your perfect boyfriend, the one you loved so much, is not so perfect after all?
The story has a shocker factor and my heart broke for Charlie.
Lots of action and emotions for a short read, I loved it! I love all the characters in the book except of course for the villains. And that epilogue in the end? Perfect!
~*~*~*~SILVANA’S REVIEW~*~*~*~
Let me start by saying I was ready to give up on the book towards the 30% mark but I decided to keep going, not because it was bad, on the contrary this book is well written however I felt it was dragging a bit. I am so glad I decided to keep going though, towards the half way mark I COULD NOT PUT IT DOWN!! I very much enjoyed the angst and the fact that you did not know what will happen next….
I did feel bad for Charlie a tiny bit but really the girl was in denial, she should have seen the signs!! I should have been angry with Callum but I couldn’t be, he was my favorite and all the time I was reading, I was rooting for him!
This is a sweet book with the right amount of angst, romance and twists, not to forget it is a Standalone!
~*~*~*~My REVIEW ~*~*~*~
My Rating : ★★★★✩
This book is really romantic, it’s light and it has just the angst to keep me at the edge of my seat.
Charlotte a.k.a. Charlie’s life is perfect, she has her dream job… a dreamy, rich and near-perfect boyfriend for 16 months…. and she has the most amazing best friends.
But what if your perfect boyfriend, the one you loved so much, is not so perfect after all?
The story has a shocker factor and my heart broke for Charlie.
Lots of action and emotions for a short read, I loved it! I love all the characters in the book except of course for the villains. And that epilogue in the end? Perfect!
~*~*~*~SILVANA’S REVIEW~*~*~*~
Let me start by saying I was ready to give up on the book towards the 30% mark but I decided to keep going, not because it was bad, on the contrary this book is well written however I felt it was dragging a bit. I am so glad I decided to keep going though, towards the half way mark I COULD NOT PUT IT DOWN!! I very much enjoyed the angst and the fact that you did not know what will happen next….
I did feel bad for Charlie a tiny bit but really the girl was in denial, she should have seen the signs!! I should have been angry with Callum but I couldn’t be, he was my favorite and all the time I was reading, I was rooting for him!
This is a sweet book with the right amount of angst, romance and twists, not to forget it is a Standalone!
“What do you choose?”
“Us,” she finally whispered. “I choose us, Callum.”
“Our future was on course for a path of twisted destruction, Callum. But we changed it. We chased the darkness away and we won,”
The end was so sweet, felt just right!
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November 22, 2013
Quick review:
Cover: Hot
Rating: NC-17
Steaminess: Smokin’ Hot
Thumbs Up: 5
Overall: I really liked this one
Characters: Well Done
Plot: Sometimes things are too good to be true, are or aren’t
Page Turner: Yes
Series Cont.? N/A
Recommend: Yes
Book Boyfriend: Callum
SUMMARY (50 words or less)
This story is set in London and I love that being a fan of all things English accent, lol. Fantastic read that takes you into the story and doesn’t let you go. I found myself hoping I wouldn’t be right and the twist just keeps you guessing.
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Cover: Hot
Rating: NC-17
Steaminess: Smokin’ Hot
Thumbs Up: 5
Overall: I really liked this one
Characters: Well Done
Plot: Sometimes things are too good to be true, are or aren’t
Page Turner: Yes
Series Cont.? N/A
Recommend: Yes
Book Boyfriend: Callum
SUMMARY (50 words or less)
This story is set in London and I love that being a fan of all things English accent, lol. Fantastic read that takes you into the story and doesn’t let you go. I found myself hoping I wouldn’t be right and the twist just keeps you guessing.
For a full review and yummy pic, see my blog post at:
http://www.mybookboyfriend.blogspot.c...
October 27, 2013
Of course I am going to love my own book.
I hope you all love it too! :D
I hope you all love it too! :D
November 15, 2013
BOW CHICKA WOW WOW!
Finished this amazing story in one sitting.....that's how excited I was to be reading this book!
Review to come Friday 15th - Release Day! <3
***
FULL REVIEW <3
Oh boy.....oh boy, oh boy, oh boy!
First off I want to give thanks for Amy Jennings for emailing me initially asking if I wanted to review Beth's book! HELL TO THE YESSS. And a HUGE thanks for Beth, for providing me with an ARC copy of this book to review... <3<3 Much love....
Charlie is living the life large.....as young woman should. She has a FANTASTIC job. The love of her life, who is amazing I might add :)
Yeah she has some slight family issues, but hey....who doesn't?
What could possibly go wrong?
Well come on now, surely you weren't expecting everything to be hunky dory....... after being together for 16 months Charlie notices some slight changes in Callum, nothing too serious, but he demeanour when she brings up certain topics, or all the times he HAS to take a "work" phone call.....Seriously.
Lucky enough Charlie has her girls to rely on Mia & Lucy, these girls have her back and keep her strong throughout the emotions that seem to be creeping on top of Charlie.
Things start to go south and start to get strained, Charlie & Callum haven't really had an argument before, but one heated night things come to head! Charlie can sense come apprehension in Callum.....
What is going on?
With Callum's constant workload, Charlie and her girls decide to head to London, for some space and of course to surprise Callum whilst at work......no harm...right?
WRONG?!
THE SHIT HITS THE FAN!
The lies, the deceit, the anger...... hell if that was me, I'd be destroying the penthouse home woman!
Beth gives the opportunity to connect with the characters, there loveable, enjoyable to read, not whiny or too bitchy
We go through all the turmoil of the events that lead up to an explosive revelation and the events that occur after.
Would you be able to give up on the love of your life?
Would you be able to see past the lies, the deceit?
Charlie has some important choices to make in the next few months.....
Can she move on?
Or will she be Broken by the Truth?
Finished this amazing story in one sitting.....that's how excited I was to be reading this book!
Review to come Friday 15th - Release Day! <3
***
FULL REVIEW <3
Oh boy.....oh boy, oh boy, oh boy!
First off I want to give thanks for Amy Jennings for emailing me initially asking if I wanted to review Beth's book! HELL TO THE YESSS. And a HUGE thanks for Beth, for providing me with an ARC copy of this book to review... <3<3 Much love....
Charlie is living the life large.....as young woman should. She has a FANTASTIC job. The love of her life, who is amazing I might add :)
Yeah she has some slight family issues, but hey....who doesn't?
What could possibly go wrong?
Well come on now, surely you weren't expecting everything to be hunky dory....... after being together for 16 months Charlie notices some slight changes in Callum, nothing too serious, but he demeanour when she brings up certain topics, or all the times he HAS to take a "work" phone call.....Seriously.
Lucky enough Charlie has her girls to rely on Mia & Lucy, these girls have her back and keep her strong throughout the emotions that seem to be creeping on top of Charlie.
Things start to go south and start to get strained, Charlie & Callum haven't really had an argument before, but one heated night things come to head! Charlie can sense come apprehension in Callum.....
What is going on?
With Callum's constant workload, Charlie and her girls decide to head to London, for some space and of course to surprise Callum whilst at work......no harm...right?
WRONG?!
THE SHIT HITS THE FAN!
The lies, the deceit, the anger...... hell if that was me, I'd be destroying the penthouse home woman!
Beth gives the opportunity to connect with the characters, there loveable, enjoyable to read, not whiny or too bitchy
We go through all the turmoil of the events that lead up to an explosive revelation and the events that occur after.
Would you be able to give up on the love of your life?
Would you be able to see past the lies, the deceit?
Charlie has some important choices to make in the next few months.....
Can she move on?
Or will she be Broken by the Truth?
December 12, 2013
I'm still confused how Charlie could be in a relationship with her boyfriend for fifteen months and not question his lack of calls etc during the week. Considering how hot they were in the bedroom, it doesn't make sense that they had so little contact between and that she didn't even know his London address. Considering the style of the book I felt the bedroom scenes were crude, it felt more befitting of a biker book than a book with a CEO. Even I could see what was coming next, but that was only to a point, I have to say the second half of the book was much better than the first for me, and caught me out more than once.
I've read some of the reviews that gave this book 1 star, really? Yes Charlie and her friends go out and get roaring drunk, but so do a lot of people. I also felt the criticism of Charlie being petty and listening to the wrong people were harsh as well, given the circumstances I think she acted appropriately for her character, and so did her friends, who were there for her every step of the way. And the one complaining about the girls being materialistic? For gods sake they work in the fashion industry! Of course they think about clothes and shoes and bags.
This was an interesting read, and a very good debut effort, it didn't wow me though it did entertain me. I felt that after the build up the resolution came a little too quickly.
I liked Charlie as a character, although as I've said I did question her ignorance and acceptance of what was happening with Callum. I'm surprised she remained same considering what her family were like, perhaps that was why she accepted things as they were.
Like all best friends in books hers encouraged her to drink, dance and wear sexy clothing, but isn't that want friends are supposed to do? They were certainly there for her when it all went pear shaped.
I can't put my finger on what I wanted from this book to give it that extra star and a half, I've given it 3.5 stars, and whilst I know each reviewers opinion is objective I really think the one star reviews were undeserved. I'm surprised that anyone wouldn't enjoy this book, I think it's just a question of whether you enjoy it as I did, or you love it as so many of the other reviewers have. What I would say is give it a fair chance, you won't be disappointed I'm sure.
I've read some of the reviews that gave this book 1 star, really? Yes Charlie and her friends go out and get roaring drunk, but so do a lot of people. I also felt the criticism of Charlie being petty and listening to the wrong people were harsh as well, given the circumstances I think she acted appropriately for her character, and so did her friends, who were there for her every step of the way. And the one complaining about the girls being materialistic? For gods sake they work in the fashion industry! Of course they think about clothes and shoes and bags.
This was an interesting read, and a very good debut effort, it didn't wow me though it did entertain me. I felt that after the build up the resolution came a little too quickly.
I liked Charlie as a character, although as I've said I did question her ignorance and acceptance of what was happening with Callum. I'm surprised she remained same considering what her family were like, perhaps that was why she accepted things as they were.
Like all best friends in books hers encouraged her to drink, dance and wear sexy clothing, but isn't that want friends are supposed to do? They were certainly there for her when it all went pear shaped.
I can't put my finger on what I wanted from this book to give it that extra star and a half, I've given it 3.5 stars, and whilst I know each reviewers opinion is objective I really think the one star reviews were undeserved. I'm surprised that anyone wouldn't enjoy this book, I think it's just a question of whether you enjoy it as I did, or you love it as so many of the other reviewers have. What I would say is give it a fair chance, you won't be disappointed I'm sure.
November 18, 2013
I guess I feel like I read a different book than everyone else. I really disliked Charlie. She claims to love her man yet she doesn't listen to explanations from anyone except the enemy. Her friends are downright bad friends with the constant 'solidarity' yet they never look at any other side of the puzzle. Not to mention they all have borderline substance issues with all the times they are getting drunk on shots. And the entire drama, which drags out for a long time, is tidied up with 1 conversation and 2 chapters.
I was very dissatisfied with the juvenile mentality of this book and will not be keeping it.
I was very dissatisfied with the juvenile mentality of this book and will not be keeping it.
December 8, 2013
For a debut novel, this was very well written and precise. Beth does a great job with grabbing the reader's attention right from the beginning. The story begins with Charlie (Charlotte) who is trying to make it into the fashion world and has to have a dead-end waitressing job just to pay her bills. One night, the mysterious and brooding, Callum, sits at her table and Charlie is so caught up just by looking at him. Of course, sparks fly and the two become an item. About a year later, Charlie and Callum are still together and everything seems great. Until, one secret surprise visit goes terribly wrong and Charlie's world is thrown upside down.
I really liked Charlie in this book. At first, I thought she was a little conceited and superficial, especially with her shopping addiction, but her character grew the most in this story. She is independent, intelligent, hilarious, and super sexy. Her loyalty and dedication to her friends and to Callum is deniably affectionate and she always tried to do the right thing. When her life went to hell, I felt her pain and mourned for her. I'm also a fan of the secondary characters, Xavier, Lucy, and Amelia. All three were great and exceptional in the story. Lucy and Amelia are the two best friends and always had Charlie's back, no matter what. I loved the way they comforted her during her "dark" times and I love Lucy for always wanting to beat the crap out of Callum. She's a feisty one and I loved it! Xavier was my favorite out of the three. All he wanted was Charlie's happiness and he was so kind and loving towards her. Hopefully, we'll get to read more about Xavier. smiley
Then there's Callum. Holy frijoles, this man is hot!!!!! I mean, he's smart, sexy as hell, owns his own company, and is a rich Brit! How can you not fall for him? Let me just state that the sex scenes in this book were smokin!! Charlie and Callum know how to heat things up! Their love making is so pure and erotic...I think my iPad needed a cold shower! HEHE!! heart Overall, this was a great and captivating love story. Beth did a fantastic job and I'm so proud of her. I definitely recommend this book and I cannot wait to read what's next!
I really liked Charlie in this book. At first, I thought she was a little conceited and superficial, especially with her shopping addiction, but her character grew the most in this story. She is independent, intelligent, hilarious, and super sexy. Her loyalty and dedication to her friends and to Callum is deniably affectionate and she always tried to do the right thing. When her life went to hell, I felt her pain and mourned for her. I'm also a fan of the secondary characters, Xavier, Lucy, and Amelia. All three were great and exceptional in the story. Lucy and Amelia are the two best friends and always had Charlie's back, no matter what. I loved the way they comforted her during her "dark" times and I love Lucy for always wanting to beat the crap out of Callum. She's a feisty one and I loved it! Xavier was my favorite out of the three. All he wanted was Charlie's happiness and he was so kind and loving towards her. Hopefully, we'll get to read more about Xavier. smiley
Then there's Callum. Holy frijoles, this man is hot!!!!! I mean, he's smart, sexy as hell, owns his own company, and is a rich Brit! How can you not fall for him? Let me just state that the sex scenes in this book were smokin!! Charlie and Callum know how to heat things up! Their love making is so pure and erotic...I think my iPad needed a cold shower! HEHE!! heart Overall, this was a great and captivating love story. Beth did a fantastic job and I'm so proud of her. I definitely recommend this book and I cannot wait to read what's next!
November 11, 2013
**** EROTICA BOOK CLUB REVIEW ****
Broken Truth
by Beth Ashworth
Release date 15th Nov 2013
Charlie Harris and Callum Ellis are in love, they live together and seem to have the perfect relationship but all is not as it seems....
When I first started this book I found it took me a while to get into it. I thought I would struggle to finish it BUT boy I couldn't have been more wrong! I could not. put. it. down. So I am advising not to start reading this at bed time.
Without spoiling the story I really urge you to keep going with it as all is not what it seems and there is a few twists that I didn't see coming. I also found it to be a bit angsty because I knew in my gut something was going to happen I just didn't know what or when.
What I really loved about this book was that it is so very British and I love the way the characters swear (alot) also they way they talk to each other. Fantastic characters that I really like and even though I tried to dislike Callum I just couldn't. Charlie and her friends are really cool, I just wanted to be part of their group. I really got sucked in and felt the same feelings as Charlie was feeling the ups and the downs!
It is well written with the perfect amount of sex and drama its also a fantastic effort for the authors debut novel and I really did enjoy reading it.
I received an ARC copy in exchange for an honest review.
5 stars for Amazon & 4.5 for Goodreads
~Jane~
Broken Truth
by Beth Ashworth
Release date 15th Nov 2013
Charlie Harris and Callum Ellis are in love, they live together and seem to have the perfect relationship but all is not as it seems....
When I first started this book I found it took me a while to get into it. I thought I would struggle to finish it BUT boy I couldn't have been more wrong! I could not. put. it. down. So I am advising not to start reading this at bed time.
Without spoiling the story I really urge you to keep going with it as all is not what it seems and there is a few twists that I didn't see coming. I also found it to be a bit angsty because I knew in my gut something was going to happen I just didn't know what or when.
What I really loved about this book was that it is so very British and I love the way the characters swear (alot) also they way they talk to each other. Fantastic characters that I really like and even though I tried to dislike Callum I just couldn't. Charlie and her friends are really cool, I just wanted to be part of their group. I really got sucked in and felt the same feelings as Charlie was feeling the ups and the downs!
It is well written with the perfect amount of sex and drama its also a fantastic effort for the authors debut novel and I really did enjoy reading it.
I received an ARC copy in exchange for an honest review.
5 stars for Amazon & 4.5 for Goodreads
~Jane~
December 5, 2013
Reviewer: Liz - Magic Within The Pages
Rating: 5 Stars
Wow I seriously LOVED this book!! Charlie a bright sassy young woman has the hottest man Callum (YUM) on her arm and in her bed! So much goes on in this book it was a rollercoaster of emotions from happy to heart ache, so many twists that you don’t see coming!
When I first started reading I wasn’t sure what to expect, but I was hooked pretty much from the start and I found it very hard to put down. The steamy scenes get the heart rate going. I loved Charlie’s friends Lucy and Amelia they are loyal and such fun and so caring towards each other.
Such an amazing read especially for a debut novel! I recommend this to anyone and everyone you will fall in love with the characters, the storyline and the author, Beth! Beth you have done such an amazing job with this book and I am so glad I got the opportunity to read and review this book; I cannot wait for more from you!
*I was given an ARC in exchange for an honest review*
Rating: 5 Stars
Wow I seriously LOVED this book!! Charlie a bright sassy young woman has the hottest man Callum (YUM) on her arm and in her bed! So much goes on in this book it was a rollercoaster of emotions from happy to heart ache, so many twists that you don’t see coming!
When I first started reading I wasn’t sure what to expect, but I was hooked pretty much from the start and I found it very hard to put down. The steamy scenes get the heart rate going. I loved Charlie’s friends Lucy and Amelia they are loyal and such fun and so caring towards each other.
Such an amazing read especially for a debut novel! I recommend this to anyone and everyone you will fall in love with the characters, the storyline and the author, Beth! Beth you have done such an amazing job with this book and I am so glad I got the opportunity to read and review this book; I cannot wait for more from you!
*I was given an ARC in exchange for an honest review*
September 2, 2021
Safety spoilers 🚩
-So the big secret is that he’s married with a daughter, which the h doesn’t know til 40% into the book. He’s been lying to her. I loved the scene when she finds out and meets the ow!
- It has infidelity. He cheats on his wife with the h, but he wasn’t living with the wife. They were separated and the wife refused to divorce him, and he couldn’t force the issue because it was linked with his company.
- He does not cheat on the h. He only slept with the h.
- once the h finds out that he’s actually married, she dumps him and refused to see him again until she finds out that he’s filed for divorce. She was a strong h.👌
- after breakup, she messed around with an om. She gets to 3rd base, scene was descriptive.
- the H groveled a lot. He files for divorce and loses everything, his company etc…all for the h.
I DNF at 70%. Not enough angst for me, actually the book reminded me of Harlequin books.
-So the big secret is that he’s married with a daughter, which the h doesn’t know til 40% into the book. He’s been lying to her. I loved the scene when she finds out and meets the ow!
- It has infidelity. He cheats on his wife with the h, but he wasn’t living with the wife. They were separated and the wife refused to divorce him, and he couldn’t force the issue because it was linked with his company.
- He does not cheat on the h. He only slept with the h.
- once the h finds out that he’s actually married, she dumps him and refused to see him again until she finds out that he’s filed for divorce. She was a strong h.👌
- after breakup, she messed around with an om. She gets to 3rd base, scene was descriptive.
- the H groveled a lot. He files for divorce and loses everything, his company etc…all for the h.
I DNF at 70%. Not enough angst for me, actually the book reminded me of Harlequin books.
November 20, 2013
It was like reading a Harlequin novel,
But heey
I liked it
But heey
I liked it
November 25, 2013
I really enjoyed this book! I wasn't sure what to expect since I'd read so many varying reviews. I'm so glad I gave this book a shot! Ashworth had me hooked from the start! Unpredictable storyline with several plot twists I didn't see coming at all! I loved how independent and strong Charlie is! Best part: stand alone...no effing cliffhanger! Overall great book that I highly recommend!
November 20, 2013
Mmmm Callum! And that twist! Gah! And the club scene! All so good!
April 20, 2014
Review: Jo 4.5 Hearts
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"Broken Truth" is written by debut author Beth Ashworth. I one-clicked this a while back and decided it was high time I read it. I wasn't really sure what to expect but this book was brilliant. I enjoyed every page and easily became lost in the story. Beth has truly impressed me!
In the story I was introduced to Charlie and Callum. Charlie was a hardworking girl that I instantly liked. She appeared to be having so much fun and I loved reading about her life and all of the good time's that she shared with her best friends. Everything was going great for Charlie. She had fabulous friends, a job that she loved and she was hook, line and sinker in love with her man, Callum.
Callum was a hot, successful business man who appeared to truly love Charlie. He showered with money, gave her a beautiful place to live and when they were together, life was good.
I'm not going to tell you what happens next between Charlie and Callum, you really need to read it yourself. All I will say is that Beth threw me a huge curve ball that I was not expecting!! I knew that something big was going to happen because life just couldn't be so perfect for this couple. I was anticipating something but what happened was a complete surprise. I was in shock.
My initial reaction was to hate Callum but as the story progressed it became clear that he was just as devastated as Charlie.
My heart broke for the couple and how devastated they both were. I was willing Charlie to give Callum a chance to explain and hopefully put things right between them.
I loved this story, It was well written and at parts I found myself really chuckling at some of the comments that the characters made. Because the story was set in Manchester, a place that I've visited many a time, it was really easy for me to imagine Charlie and Callum's life there. I loved that it was a truly British story, even visiting the chippy in one scene during the story. I found this to be a refreshing change. The story ended perfectly with a brilliant epilogue that I absolutely loved.
I'm already looking forward to reading the next book in the series.
"Broken Truth" gets 4.5 hearts from me!
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"Broken Truth" is written by debut author Beth Ashworth. I one-clicked this a while back and decided it was high time I read it. I wasn't really sure what to expect but this book was brilliant. I enjoyed every page and easily became lost in the story. Beth has truly impressed me!
In the story I was introduced to Charlie and Callum. Charlie was a hardworking girl that I instantly liked. She appeared to be having so much fun and I loved reading about her life and all of the good time's that she shared with her best friends. Everything was going great for Charlie. She had fabulous friends, a job that she loved and she was hook, line and sinker in love with her man, Callum.
Callum was a hot, successful business man who appeared to truly love Charlie. He showered with money, gave her a beautiful place to live and when they were together, life was good.
I'm not going to tell you what happens next between Charlie and Callum, you really need to read it yourself. All I will say is that Beth threw me a huge curve ball that I was not expecting!! I knew that something big was going to happen because life just couldn't be so perfect for this couple. I was anticipating something but what happened was a complete surprise. I was in shock.
"Damn it, Charlie! Do not fucking do this to us! Don't give up on everything we had just because you're too stubborn to listen to the truth."
My initial reaction was to hate Callum but as the story progressed it became clear that he was just as devastated as Charlie.
"I fucking love you! I want us to have our future together!"
My heart broke for the couple and how devastated they both were. I was willing Charlie to give Callum a chance to explain and hopefully put things right between them.
"I'm warning you, Charlie. You know me well enough to know that I'm going to fight this until the bitter end. I love you too much to allow you to just walk out of my life."
I loved this story, It was well written and at parts I found myself really chuckling at some of the comments that the characters made. Because the story was set in Manchester, a place that I've visited many a time, it was really easy for me to imagine Charlie and Callum's life there. I loved that it was a truly British story, even visiting the chippy in one scene during the story. I found this to be a refreshing change. The story ended perfectly with a brilliant epilogue that I absolutely loved.
"Our future was on course for a path of destruction, Callum. But we changed it. We chased the darkness away and we won."
I'm already looking forward to reading the next book in the series.
"Broken Truth" gets 4.5 hearts from me!
December 17, 2013
Broken Truth is the debut book by Beth Ashworth.
This is a story about Charlie and Callum, their relationship, the love, and the lies. Mostly its about the lies. It's hard to discuss the book without giving everything away. Let's just say nothing is as it seems. Charlie and Callum have been together for 15 mos. They're living together and completely in love. Callum is a multimillionaire and owns his own company. Charlie is an up and coming fashion stylist. On the outside they both appear to have everything. Callum woks in London during the week only spending his weekends with Charlie. At first those arrangements were okay. That's until work phones calls started taking away Charlie's weekends too.
One surprise trip to London and all Callum's secrets come spilling out.
I wasn't at all surprised by the secret. I could smell it a mile away. Honestly the first 50 to say 75% of the book wasn't that exciting to me. There was lots of sex and not a lot of plot. I didn't think the characters personalities came through enough on the pages for me. There was angst and turmoil without much feeling.
In fact, it was about 75% in before I started to really get absorbed in the story. I kind of liked Charlie and Callum apart more than together. I actually thought Callum's heartbreak was more tangible than Charlies.
Eventually everything is revealed and there were a few shocking moments that in and of itself added a star rating for me. I was really digging how the author turned everything around, even if I was a bit confused.
I think that hardest part about this story for me was that Charlie was wishy washy. Meaning, one minute she loved Callum then she hated him, then she loved him, then thought about it again and decided on hate. It felt like she didn't have a coherent thought. Maybe that was on purpose but she ended up sounding dumb to me. I want you. I hate you. Don't leave me. Get out of my face. Charlie's father was said to have been an alcoholic. Her sister even accused her of drinking too much. Charlies claims that drinking wasn't an issue yet every time she turned around she was drinking wine or doing shots. I pretty sure she was drunk for 50% of the book.
Overall, I thought this was an okay read. I would have liked more connection to the characters. And characters more like Xavier who at least knew who he was and owned it.
*A copy of this book was kindly provided by the author in exchange for an honest review*
February 9, 2014
4.5 stars
“I will always find you, Baby. And if I can’t find you then your friends will always help me.”
There have been very few debut novels that have come across my ereader that have impressed me as much as Broken Truth by Beth Ashworth. She thanked her husband in her acknowledgements for supporting her as she worked on this novel for a year….and it showed. The storyline was captivating, the characters were delicious and the editing, was for the most part, flawless. Kudos to you Ms. Ashworth for getting it right the first time!
For me, this book is a hard one to review in detail because it is one of those books you have to read, because what seems to be is really not what it is. There are twists and secrets and deceit that lure you in and make you not want to put it down until you the end. There is heartache and angst that really made me misty eyed because it was very painful to see these characters whom I fell for go through this anguish.
Broken Truth is the love story of Callum Ellis and Charlotte Harris. Two beautiful people living the good life in Manchester, the UK. I truly loved everything about these two people….their lives, their home, their jobs, their wealth, their attractiveness and most of all their friends. There was so much subtle humor in this book, I found myself laughing at these normal everyday characters. From the nickname of Callum – Mr. Tall Dark and Fuckable to her friends helping her shop lingerie…I just enjoyed the way they all worked and played together.
If I had to tell you one of my favorite things about this book it would be the friendship of Charlie and Lucy and Amelia. I could tell that somewhere along the lines, Ms. Ashworth had to have known friends like these in her own life cause they were too genuine…to real to me for her to have made up. They were the epitome of what we girls call BFFs. They supported Charlie through the good and the bad…they never judged her, they never left her side and they were loyal to end. These friends were the real deal and I wish every girl had a set of friends like these!
The sexual chemistry between Callum and Charlie was sizzling….these two tore it up no matter what location they were in. Nina, the SubClub’s resident dirty girl, commented on how amazing the sex was….she said, “whether it was the phone sex, the pleasuring one’s self in the eyes of your sex god man, the shower sex or the orgasm fest, Ms. Ashworth knows how to write sex that is off the charts hot!”
I will say it again Beth Ashworth hit it out of the park on her debut novel. I will most definitely keep her on my list of authors I will read WHATEVER they write next. Great job Beth!
“I will always find you, Baby. And if I can’t find you then your friends will always help me.”
There have been very few debut novels that have come across my ereader that have impressed me as much as Broken Truth by Beth Ashworth. She thanked her husband in her acknowledgements for supporting her as she worked on this novel for a year….and it showed. The storyline was captivating, the characters were delicious and the editing, was for the most part, flawless. Kudos to you Ms. Ashworth for getting it right the first time!
For me, this book is a hard one to review in detail because it is one of those books you have to read, because what seems to be is really not what it is. There are twists and secrets and deceit that lure you in and make you not want to put it down until you the end. There is heartache and angst that really made me misty eyed because it was very painful to see these characters whom I fell for go through this anguish.
Broken Truth is the love story of Callum Ellis and Charlotte Harris. Two beautiful people living the good life in Manchester, the UK. I truly loved everything about these two people….their lives, their home, their jobs, their wealth, their attractiveness and most of all their friends. There was so much subtle humor in this book, I found myself laughing at these normal everyday characters. From the nickname of Callum – Mr. Tall Dark and Fuckable to her friends helping her shop lingerie…I just enjoyed the way they all worked and played together.
If I had to tell you one of my favorite things about this book it would be the friendship of Charlie and Lucy and Amelia. I could tell that somewhere along the lines, Ms. Ashworth had to have known friends like these in her own life cause they were too genuine…to real to me for her to have made up. They were the epitome of what we girls call BFFs. They supported Charlie through the good and the bad…they never judged her, they never left her side and they were loyal to end. These friends were the real deal and I wish every girl had a set of friends like these!
The sexual chemistry between Callum and Charlie was sizzling….these two tore it up no matter what location they were in. Nina, the SubClub’s resident dirty girl, commented on how amazing the sex was….she said, “whether it was the phone sex, the pleasuring one’s self in the eyes of your sex god man, the shower sex or the orgasm fest, Ms. Ashworth knows how to write sex that is off the charts hot!”
I will say it again Beth Ashworth hit it out of the park on her debut novel. I will most definitely keep her on my list of authors I will read WHATEVER they write next. Great job Beth!
December 13, 2013
Charlotte (Charlie) is dating Callum, a man she is desperately in love with and who, when he is around, claims to be very much in love with her. The problem is that he is a high-powered business man, and she only gets to see him on the weekends. He works out of his city office during the week and then they spend most of the weekend having hot sweaty sex.
Charlie has gotten to a point in her life where she is working towards a career she loves, and is dating the man of her dreams. Except she finds herself feeling lonely and having a hard time living in a relationship that only provides her with companionship two days a week, and even then Callum has been getting called away to do work during their very limited time together. She starts to struggle with the idea that she doesn't want to live without Callum, but the relationship he can offer her is leaving her miserable lately.
It was hard to watch Charlie know that something was really wrong while not even wanting to really think about it too hard for fear of what that could mean. I think most of us probably sniffed out what the deal was on some level, but I think the direction the story took after the turning point was not totally expected. It was nice seeing Charlie's friends support her so strongly, but sometimes I felt like they were a little over-the-top and definitely not always demonstrating good judgement. The chemistry between Charlie and Callum was definitely intense, but I wish we could have gotten a little deeper look at some of the other aspects of their relationship. I was satisfied by the ending, and overall this book kept me engaged from beginning to end.
*A copy of this book was provided in exchange for an honest review.
Charlie has gotten to a point in her life where she is working towards a career she loves, and is dating the man of her dreams. Except she finds herself feeling lonely and having a hard time living in a relationship that only provides her with companionship two days a week, and even then Callum has been getting called away to do work during their very limited time together. She starts to struggle with the idea that she doesn't want to live without Callum, but the relationship he can offer her is leaving her miserable lately.
It was hard to watch Charlie know that something was really wrong while not even wanting to really think about it too hard for fear of what that could mean. I think most of us probably sniffed out what the deal was on some level, but I think the direction the story took after the turning point was not totally expected. It was nice seeing Charlie's friends support her so strongly, but sometimes I felt like they were a little over-the-top and definitely not always demonstrating good judgement. The chemistry between Charlie and Callum was definitely intense, but I wish we could have gotten a little deeper look at some of the other aspects of their relationship. I was satisfied by the ending, and overall this book kept me engaged from beginning to end.
*A copy of this book was provided in exchange for an honest review.
December 13, 2013
ARC GIVEN TO BLOG FOR HONEST REVIEW
I have to say I did like this story. The book is a debut novel for new author Beth Ashworth. The plot was really fantastic, and the character dynamics with all of the supporting players was really good. I always love the best friends in the book.
I felt a connection and love between Cullum and Charlotte aka Charlie. You could tell how strong the love is. The story pretty much takes you right into the relationship. You see how they meet and then it fast-forwards to 13 months later. I could tell there was going to be something big that was going to happen and OH BOY is there. That was the tough part for me in the book, it seemed like the big reveal took way to long to get to. I found myself skimming through some of it just to get there.
I started to enjoy it more when the explosion finally happened. I would have liked to see Cullen and Charlie interact more. There are some great sex scenes when they are together, but I wanted more depth to their relationship. Charlie seems to have so many more scenes with others in the book than she has with Cullum. The way the plot of the story is, I understand why the author had to write it that way. That being said, it pulled me away from being as invested in the characters as I would have liked to be.
What I am so impressed with is how the author gave an entirely different concept to the book. It was not your standard timeline of events and you do not see that very often. I think it was very imaginative and I saw great potential. Overall I enjoyed it, it just did not have that wow factor for me.
I have to say I did like this story. The book is a debut novel for new author Beth Ashworth. The plot was really fantastic, and the character dynamics with all of the supporting players was really good. I always love the best friends in the book.
I felt a connection and love between Cullum and Charlotte aka Charlie. You could tell how strong the love is. The story pretty much takes you right into the relationship. You see how they meet and then it fast-forwards to 13 months later. I could tell there was going to be something big that was going to happen and OH BOY is there. That was the tough part for me in the book, it seemed like the big reveal took way to long to get to. I found myself skimming through some of it just to get there.
I started to enjoy it more when the explosion finally happened. I would have liked to see Cullen and Charlie interact more. There are some great sex scenes when they are together, but I wanted more depth to their relationship. Charlie seems to have so many more scenes with others in the book than she has with Cullum. The way the plot of the story is, I understand why the author had to write it that way. That being said, it pulled me away from being as invested in the characters as I would have liked to be.
What I am so impressed with is how the author gave an entirely different concept to the book. It was not your standard timeline of events and you do not see that very often. I think it was very imaginative and I saw great potential. Overall I enjoyed it, it just did not have that wow factor for me.
November 16, 2013
5* book
This is an amazing debut novel which I loved so much I read it within a day….
It was such a refreshing take on a millionaire love interest, which wasn’t a super controlling dominant…
This story was full of flirty, quirky, witty dialogue...... I got lost into the world of Callum and Charlie; the story just flowed causing me to completely forgetting it was a debut novel….. The writing skill rivalled many a book on the New York best seller’s list….
The hot sizzling chemistry between Callum and Charlie was visibly instantly…. I was anxiously awaiting the broken truth from the first chapter but was whole heartily wished it wouldn’t come!
Charlie tried to hold all her feelings in and put a brave face on like we all do so she could remain blissfully happy but unfortunately the truth always comes out…..
WOW… without giving away any spoilers I didn’t see the twisted web of lies coming, which broke Charlie’s world….
‘Once truth has been broken, can love still find a way?’
I was routing for Charlie and Callum from the start…. even though they were shattered beyond repair…. I wished and hoped their love for each other could heal and overcome it all…. I wanted, needed them to have a happy ending.
This story had me laughing, crying, screaming, smiling…..
This book is amazing and will keep you wanting more….the fact it’s a debut novel will blow you away at how well written it is….
Every romance junkie needs to read this novel
I cannot wait for more work by the fabulous Beth Ashworth.
This is an amazing debut novel which I loved so much I read it within a day….
It was such a refreshing take on a millionaire love interest, which wasn’t a super controlling dominant…
This story was full of flirty, quirky, witty dialogue...... I got lost into the world of Callum and Charlie; the story just flowed causing me to completely forgetting it was a debut novel….. The writing skill rivalled many a book on the New York best seller’s list….
The hot sizzling chemistry between Callum and Charlie was visibly instantly…. I was anxiously awaiting the broken truth from the first chapter but was whole heartily wished it wouldn’t come!
Charlie tried to hold all her feelings in and put a brave face on like we all do so she could remain blissfully happy but unfortunately the truth always comes out…..
WOW… without giving away any spoilers I didn’t see the twisted web of lies coming, which broke Charlie’s world….
‘Once truth has been broken, can love still find a way?’
I was routing for Charlie and Callum from the start…. even though they were shattered beyond repair…. I wished and hoped their love for each other could heal and overcome it all…. I wanted, needed them to have a happy ending.
This story had me laughing, crying, screaming, smiling…..
This book is amazing and will keep you wanting more….the fact it’s a debut novel will blow you away at how well written it is….
Every romance junkie needs to read this novel
I cannot wait for more work by the fabulous Beth Ashworth.
November 11, 2013
**** EROTICA BOOK CLUB REVIEW ****
Broken Truth
by Beth Ashworth
Release date 15th Nov 2013
Charlie Harris and Callum Ellis are in love, they live together and seem to have the perfect relationship but all is not as it seems....
When I first started this book I found it took me a while to get into it. I thought I would struggle to finish it BUT boy I couldn't have been more wrong! I could not. put. it. down. So I am advising not to start reading this at bed time.
Without spoiling the story I really urge you to keep going with it as all is not what it seems and there is a few twists that I didn't see coming. I also found it to be a bit angsty because I knew in my gut something was going to happen I just didn't know what or when.
What I really loved about this book was that it is so very British and I love the way the characters swear (alot) also they way they talk to each other. Fantastic characters that I really like and even though I tried to dislike Callum I just couldn't. Charlie and her friends are really cool, I just wanted to be part of their group. I really got sucked in and felt the same feelings as Charlie was feeling the ups and the downs!
It is well written with the perfect amount of sex and drama its also a fantastic effort for the authors debut novel and I really did enjoy reading it.
I received an ARC copy in exchange for an honest review.
5 stars for Amazon & 4.5 for Goodreads
~Jane~
Broken Truth
by Beth Ashworth
Release date 15th Nov 2013
Charlie Harris and Callum Ellis are in love, they live together and seem to have the perfect relationship but all is not as it seems....
When I first started this book I found it took me a while to get into it. I thought I would struggle to finish it BUT boy I couldn't have been more wrong! I could not. put. it. down. So I am advising not to start reading this at bed time.
Without spoiling the story I really urge you to keep going with it as all is not what it seems and there is a few twists that I didn't see coming. I also found it to be a bit angsty because I knew in my gut something was going to happen I just didn't know what or when.
What I really loved about this book was that it is so very British and I love the way the characters swear (alot) also they way they talk to each other. Fantastic characters that I really like and even though I tried to dislike Callum I just couldn't. Charlie and her friends are really cool, I just wanted to be part of their group. I really got sucked in and felt the same feelings as Charlie was feeling the ups and the downs!
It is well written with the perfect amount of sex and drama its also a fantastic effort for the authors debut novel and I really did enjoy reading it.
I received an ARC copy in exchange for an honest review.
5 stars for Amazon & 4.5 for Goodreads
~Jane~
November 17, 2013
You know you are reading a good book when you get to a scene and you are as nervous as the character, this happened with this book !!!!Its so good I felt that I lived it!
This book is unusual as it starts with Charlie and Callum 15 months into their relationship and things are great Charlie has a good job great friends ( I loved Xavier ) and amazing SEX!!!!! Life is good until Charlie becomes restless with Callum working all the time and only getting to see him at weekends. That's when their problems begin and you as a reader are thrust on to a roller coaster of emotions which at times left me wrecked!!
I really enjoyed the book and read it in one day, I don't do that often!!!!! There are twist and turns thought out this book that keeps the reader on the edge of their kindle. I would have like to have seen a bit more of Callum, I was left feeling I didn't know him as well as I would have liked but maybe that was the nature of the book, some may say that Charlie was naïve I've thought about this and decided she was blinded by the love of a man she trusted, we've all been there.
My personal favourite bit was the appearance of a brummie, as I'm from Birmingham I feel that there is a lack of brummie characters in books so thanks Beth for addressing this issue.
This is Beth's debut novel I personally can't wait for more !
its a must read book !
This book is unusual as it starts with Charlie and Callum 15 months into their relationship and things are great Charlie has a good job great friends ( I loved Xavier ) and amazing SEX!!!!! Life is good until Charlie becomes restless with Callum working all the time and only getting to see him at weekends. That's when their problems begin and you as a reader are thrust on to a roller coaster of emotions which at times left me wrecked!!
I really enjoyed the book and read it in one day, I don't do that often!!!!! There are twist and turns thought out this book that keeps the reader on the edge of their kindle. I would have like to have seen a bit more of Callum, I was left feeling I didn't know him as well as I would have liked but maybe that was the nature of the book, some may say that Charlie was naïve I've thought about this and decided she was blinded by the love of a man she trusted, we've all been there.
My personal favourite bit was the appearance of a brummie, as I'm from Birmingham I feel that there is a lack of brummie characters in books so thanks Beth for addressing this issue.
This is Beth's debut novel I personally can't wait for more !
its a must read book !
December 11, 2013
ARC Was Given To Blog For An Honest Review
Ok so when you click this book there are a few things you’re going to need. Pop some popcorn, grab some chocolate, a glass of wine and some tissues. This book is filled to the brim with drama, angst, hatred, love and passion.
This is a crazy journey you’re about to embark on. You fall in love with the characters in the book. Charlie is a beauty inside and out. She is such a strong woman, a speak your mind kind of gal. Callum is a dreamboat and will make your heart flutter with his passion and desire to please Charlie. Throughout the first half of the book you’re waiting for it. You know it’s coming, you just have know idea when. Then BAM it happens and your heart is shattered and you will feel rage. I was so angry I cried. I kind of guessed it but my goodness when it happens you can’t help but cry. I think I cried out of anger. The story continues to twist and turn into a crazy web. Charlie will be faced with the ultimate decision and in the end I strongly feel she made the right one. After everything was laid out for her and all the lies and betrayal were addressed, fate will work its magic and things that are meant to be will be. The villains throughout this book will get what’s coming to them.
I’m going to miss them I want more.
Ok so when you click this book there are a few things you’re going to need. Pop some popcorn, grab some chocolate, a glass of wine and some tissues. This book is filled to the brim with drama, angst, hatred, love and passion.
This is a crazy journey you’re about to embark on. You fall in love with the characters in the book. Charlie is a beauty inside and out. She is such a strong woman, a speak your mind kind of gal. Callum is a dreamboat and will make your heart flutter with his passion and desire to please Charlie. Throughout the first half of the book you’re waiting for it. You know it’s coming, you just have know idea when. Then BAM it happens and your heart is shattered and you will feel rage. I was so angry I cried. I kind of guessed it but my goodness when it happens you can’t help but cry. I think I cried out of anger. The story continues to twist and turn into a crazy web. Charlie will be faced with the ultimate decision and in the end I strongly feel she made the right one. After everything was laid out for her and all the lies and betrayal were addressed, fate will work its magic and things that are meant to be will be. The villains throughout this book will get what’s coming to them.
I’m going to miss them I want more.
December 19, 2013
***ARC provided by Author in exchange for an honest review***
4 Stars
Overall I enjoyed this book. The beginning was slow for me but about half way thru it picks up and then I was not able to put it down.
Charlie lands a dream apprenticeship at an upscale boutique with low pay. In order to make ends meet she has another job as a waitress. While working a late shift at the bar she meets Callum and there is an instant attraction. She tries avoiding him throughout the night, but Callum has other plans.
About a year later they are still together and are maintaining a long distance relationship. Charlie only gets to see Callum on weekends and hardly ever speaks to him during the week. They tend to make the most of their weekends, and the steamy sex scenes are HOT!!!
Charlie seems content with this arrangement for a while. Eventually she notices some changes in Callum which starts problems in paradise. Everything takes a turn for the worst when Charlie decides to pay Callum a surprise visit.
I honestly thought that I knew Callum’s secret. The more I found out how wrong I was the more I was intrigued and had to know more. This is a really good book for a debut novel. I cannot wait to see Beth Ashworth future work.
4 Stars
Overall I enjoyed this book. The beginning was slow for me but about half way thru it picks up and then I was not able to put it down.
Charlie lands a dream apprenticeship at an upscale boutique with low pay. In order to make ends meet she has another job as a waitress. While working a late shift at the bar she meets Callum and there is an instant attraction. She tries avoiding him throughout the night, but Callum has other plans.
About a year later they are still together and are maintaining a long distance relationship. Charlie only gets to see Callum on weekends and hardly ever speaks to him during the week. They tend to make the most of their weekends, and the steamy sex scenes are HOT!!!
Charlie seems content with this arrangement for a while. Eventually she notices some changes in Callum which starts problems in paradise. Everything takes a turn for the worst when Charlie decides to pay Callum a surprise visit.
I honestly thought that I knew Callum’s secret. The more I found out how wrong I was the more I was intrigued and had to know more. This is a really good book for a debut novel. I cannot wait to see Beth Ashworth future work.
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