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Fractured #2
Tormented
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Kara Petersen has lived through more than most.
The horrors of her past had shaped her, forcing her to walk through this life relatively alone. Untrusting and guarded, seeking solace in the shadows, she thought she could survive anything that life threw at her.
And she did...
Until him…
Sloan Foster.
He brought her out of the darkness and into the light. He gave her a life she could never have imagined. She fell in love with him, but when faced with controversy, just like everyone else, he let her down.
He broke her heart.
She was complacent.
She was foolish.
Except, it wasn’t her love for him that was foolish, it was believing she could escape pain.
In a bid to end her suffering for one night only, she unknowingly walked into the path of evil.
Enduring the devastation of having to remember the night of her abduction, she must decide if she is willing to risk possibly having her heart broken again in order to find out the truth.
Can she really give all her love to a man who has the ability to obliterate her completely?
Taking a leap of faith, she vows to trust him, regardless of how imprudent it may transpire be.
Falling further into his outwardly perfect world for a second time, Kara is, once again, treading a path she fears will eventually destroy her.
As truths finally unfold and decade old secrets are revealed, it’s clear the past has never been too far behind and binds her to others in ways unimaginable.
Together, she discovers their love is tormented.
Warning:
Please note, this is a dark erotic romance. It contains descriptive sexual scenes, violence and other serious adult content. It is suitable for readers aged 18 and over only. Due to the subject matter of this novel, it is not recommended for those who are easily offended or of a sensitive disposition.
Kara Petersen has lived through more than most.
The horrors of her past had shaped her, forcing her to walk through this life relatively alone. Untrusting and guarded, seeking solace in the shadows, she thought she could survive anything that life threw at her.
And she did...
Until him…
Sloan Foster.
He brought her out of the darkness and into the light. He gave her a life she could never have imagined. She fell in love with him, but when faced with controversy, just like everyone else, he let her down.
He broke her heart.
She was complacent.
She was foolish.
Except, it wasn’t her love for him that was foolish, it was believing she could escape pain.
In a bid to end her suffering for one night only, she unknowingly walked into the path of evil.
Enduring the devastation of having to remember the night of her abduction, she must decide if she is willing to risk possibly having her heart broken again in order to find out the truth.
Can she really give all her love to a man who has the ability to obliterate her completely?
Taking a leap of faith, she vows to trust him, regardless of how imprudent it may transpire be.
Falling further into his outwardly perfect world for a second time, Kara is, once again, treading a path she fears will eventually destroy her.
As truths finally unfold and decade old secrets are revealed, it’s clear the past has never been too far behind and binds her to others in ways unimaginable.
Together, she discovers their love is tormented.
Warning:
Please note, this is a dark erotic romance. It contains descriptive sexual scenes, violence and other serious adult content. It is suitable for readers aged 18 and over only. Due to the subject matter of this novel, it is not recommended for those who are easily offended or of a sensitive disposition.
351 pages, Kindle Edition
First published October 7, 2014
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About the author
Elle Charles
8 books67 followersElle was born and raised in Yorkshire, England, where she still resides.
A self-confessed daydreamer, she loves to create strong, sexy and diverse characters, cocooned in opulent yet realistic settings that draw the reader in with every twist and turn until the very last page.
A voracious reader for as long as she can remember, she is never without her beloved Kindle. When she is not absorbed in the newest release or a trusted classic, she can often be found huddled over her laptop, tapping away new ideas and plots for forthcoming works.
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A self-confessed daydreamer, she loves to create strong, sexy and diverse characters, cocooned in opulent yet realistic settings that draw the reader in with every twist and turn until the very last page.
A voracious reader for as long as she can remember, she is never without her beloved Kindle. When she is not absorbed in the newest release or a trusted classic, she can often be found huddled over her laptop, tapping away new ideas and plots for forthcoming works.
Elle can be contacted on:
elle.charlesauthor@gmail.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/elle.charles / @elle.charles
Twitter:
@ellecharles
Website:
www.ellecharles.com
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May 16, 2019
After reading the first book, I have no idea why I thought I would like this one better. I DNF this. There is no way I could tolerate one more minute of the heroine going over the same thing over and over and over again. I love him and I can't live without him. No, I have to walk away. He will hurt me. But I love him and I can't live without him. I promise I won't run away again. She does. I promise I will do what I agreed to. Except I won't. I get she had a traumatic past, but no way does it excuse this kind of behavior. Didn't like her in the first book and can't stand her as far as I read in this one. Just no.
April 14, 2015
Loved it!!!!
After reading Fractured I knew that I just had to read Tormented. Sloan and Kara continue there amazing journey. Secrets are revealed as Sloan and Kara both try to deal with their pasts. Will their love be strong enough to prevail through the. Devastating truths that are revealed?
After reading Fractured I knew that I just had to read Tormented. Sloan and Kara continue there amazing journey. Secrets are revealed as Sloan and Kara both try to deal with their pasts. Will their love be strong enough to prevail through the. Devastating truths that are revealed?
May 15, 2015
Beyond fantastic
This story although a dark subject is so well written I could not put it down the emotions you feel for These characters is real and you find yourself engrossed in the story don't pass this up
This story although a dark subject is so well written I could not put it down the emotions you feel for These characters is real and you find yourself engrossed in the story don't pass this up
October 17, 2025
I have been enjoying these books, but this one just didn't feel as good as the first one. There was a lot of repetitive stuff going on, plus meandering without much going on. Much like the last book, it feels as though there is not much of a story, here.
The main story that I am getting from these so far is about an abused girl who eventually falls for a man who keeps lying to her. Sloan continually has to apologize to her for his lies and actions.
While I do agree that she has needed time away from him, I don't think she needs to leave him every other chapter. A couple times is one thing, but it happens way too much. Not to mention, you would think he would learn his lesson about lying to her, but he does it over and over.
Supposedly for a security company, these guys truly suck at protecting her. Leaving her alone over and over is just stupid. Then there is her going off alone over and over. Is everyone stupid, here?
Are these guys even trying to find Deacon?I don't think they are, really. She hasn't been looking, and has managed to find him multiple times (or rather he finds her). I"m not sure how he keeps getting away every time.
Then, there is all that has been done so far. Where the hell are the police? Why hasn't he been arrested by now? Why haven't they tried going to the police at all?
There are just too many holes here.
I will keep going, but I hope the author can pull things together to have an actual storyline here.
The main story that I am getting from these so far is about an abused girl who eventually falls for a man who keeps lying to her. Sloan continually has to apologize to her for his lies and actions.
While I do agree that she has needed time away from him, I don't think she needs to leave him every other chapter. A couple times is one thing, but it happens way too much. Not to mention, you would think he would learn his lesson about lying to her, but he does it over and over.
Supposedly for a security company, these guys truly suck at protecting her. Leaving her alone over and over is just stupid. Then there is her going off alone over and over. Is everyone stupid, here?
Are these guys even trying to find Deacon?I don't think they are, really. She hasn't been looking, and has managed to find him multiple times (or rather he finds her). I"m not sure how he keeps getting away every time.
Then, there is all that has been done so far. Where the hell are the police? Why hasn't he been arrested by now? Why haven't they tried going to the police at all?
There are just too many holes here.
I will keep going, but I hope the author can pull things together to have an actual storyline here.
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July 3, 2019
Even though the storyline is about a dark and violent situation; Elle Charles is a good writer. After reading the first book I couldn't wait to read this one, but was a little disappointed - very predictable and repeat a lot of the same from the first book. I didn't feel this one was as good as the last and had more violence and dark scenes. Just too slow and boring. I am debating to continue with this series.
June 16, 2020
Very good
The second in a four book series it picks up where the first one ended. Quite a bit of violence but still good. Sloane and Kara are trying to build a relationship. But, Sloane is still hiding the full truth from Kara. Tragedy, heartbreak and misunderstandings. Can their love survive it?
The second in a four book series it picks up where the first one ended. Quite a bit of violence but still good. Sloane and Kara are trying to build a relationship. But, Sloane is still hiding the full truth from Kara. Tragedy, heartbreak and misunderstandings. Can their love survive it?
June 18, 2018
Amazing
Elle writes so well. I wish i was Kara so i could have a Sloan. There is so much love between these two, it makes your heart hurt for all that they go through. I would recommand this book, i think you should know it is a dark book and there is violence and rape.
Elle writes so well. I wish i was Kara so i could have a Sloan. There is so much love between these two, it makes your heart hurt for all that they go through. I would recommand this book, i think you should know it is a dark book and there is violence and rape.
September 21, 2022
A brilliant look at the affects rape and violence have on women. I love this story.
The romance between Kara and Sloan is wonderfully written with witty dialogue and realistic men and women.
The evil of men like Deacon and Franklin is real and needs to be brought out into the light.
The romance between Kara and Sloan is wonderfully written with witty dialogue and realistic men and women.
The evil of men like Deacon and Franklin is real and needs to be brought out into the light.
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December 4, 2022
I enjoyed reading the continuation of the series. I did lose concentration during some parts, which seemed to drag. But overall, I liked the storyline and the characters. I look forward to the rest of the series just to see what will happen to Deacon.
April 27, 2018
Love this book can't wait to see if their relationship survives or not can't wait to find out in the other books
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November 4, 2018
Great read
Loved it so compiling loved it want to read more can't wait to read the next one hope it is as good as these were
Loved it so compiling loved it want to read more can't wait to read the next one hope it is as good as these were
December 23, 2018
Done it again
Absolutely brilliant story just gets better. I love this series can’t wait for the next book. Only start the book if you have a long stretch of hours to spare
Absolutely brilliant story just gets better. I love this series can’t wait for the next book. Only start the book if you have a long stretch of hours to spare
January 13, 2019
DNA. Just got bored half way through.
July 8, 2019
5+
Another brilliant read!
Be warned this isn't a classic love story, it's dark,it's deep and dangerous
It has triggers,but I hope love finds them
Another brilliant read!
Be warned this isn't a classic love story, it's dark,it's deep and dangerous
It has triggers,but I hope love finds them
March 1, 2020
Gripping and addictive...compelling
March 20, 2020
Dragging
I could have easily have read the first 2 chapters then skipped to the last 2 chapters and not have missed too much.
I could have easily have read the first 2 chapters then skipped to the last 2 chapters and not have missed too much.
September 25, 2023
great read
This is a great series so far very sad and heartbreaking not sure how to feel i think things like this happens and i realize how lucky i am and how unlucky others are
This is a great series so far very sad and heartbreaking not sure how to feel i think things like this happens and i realize how lucky i am and how unlucky others are
March 16, 2015
2.5 stars
I know, I know. After everything I said about book 1, "Fractured," I decided to read book 2, "Tormented." I have no one else to blame. What can I say except I was curious. I should've just walked away and picked up something else to read. I don't know why I thought this would be any different because the story that continues is once again a total cliché. The worst part, it doesn't end here. The story continues with book 3, no title or date of release available yet. Will I read that one too? I'm leaning towards no, but don't hold me to it.
I know, I know. After everything I said about book 1, "Fractured," I decided to read book 2, "Tormented." I have no one else to blame. What can I say except I was curious. I should've just walked away and picked up something else to read. I don't know why I thought this would be any different because the story that continues is once again a total cliché. The worst part, it doesn't end here. The story continues with book 3, no title or date of release available yet. Will I read that one too? I'm leaning towards no, but don't hold me to it.
March 6, 2015
A good follow up to the first book, it didn't pack the punch the first book had and although many questions were answered you are left on another cliff hanger. With that said i still really liked it, and the story continued well. It won't be to every ones taste, if you don't like dark angsty books that deal with human nature at it's worst then don't read it, although like the first book a bit predictable in places, i thought it was a good read and i would read the next book ;-)
November 28, 2015
Stupid Broken Girl
I have never wanted to punch a character in the face so bad. Kara pissed me off. I hated her but at the same time I wanted to hold her close and protect her. This was another great addiction to the Fractured Series. This one was more revealing, had more secrets, more plot twist and more heartbreak. On to book 3.
I have never wanted to punch a character in the face so bad. Kara pissed me off. I hated her but at the same time I wanted to hold her close and protect her. This was another great addiction to the Fractured Series. This one was more revealing, had more secrets, more plot twist and more heartbreak. On to book 3.
January 21, 2016
So slow could be done by now
The story is slow. Too slow. She could
Have moved the plot faster. There is so much repeat and I am not even finishing this book. I can't take it anymore. Every time she builds to a big reveal its a disappointment. With. Some exciting this could be a good story.
The story is slow. Too slow. She could
Have moved the plot faster. There is so much repeat and I am not even finishing this book. I can't take it anymore. Every time she builds to a big reveal its a disappointment. With. Some exciting this could be a good story.
January 10, 2016
Great 2nd book, continues Kara and Sloan's story. As the lies and deceit unravel can they overcome them still find happiness?? The story is dark with some taboo subject matter, not for the feint hearted.
November 2, 2016
Great follow-up to the first book.
This series is just mesmerizing. I have lost sleep
a couple of nights because I couldn't stop reading. It is so good you want to see what is next. One more go in the series and I can hardly wait.
This series is just mesmerizing. I have lost sleep
a couple of nights because I couldn't stop reading. It is so good you want to see what is next. One more go in the series and I can hardly wait.
March 31, 2015
waiting for book 3....
June 27, 2015
Needs editing
It's hard to enjoy a story when there are so many grammar and spelling errors. Needs a lot of work.
It's hard to enjoy a story when there are so many grammar and spelling errors. Needs a lot of work.
January 14, 2016
Loved it
What a good read highly recommended easy five star rating couldn't put this book down. . . . . .
What a good read highly recommended easy five star rating couldn't put this book down. . . . . .
January 23, 2016
I absolutely LOVED this story!! I was hooked and loved every single page!!! Each book in the series kept you wanting more!!! Very talented author and I am looking forward to more from her!!!
November 4, 2016
Love the storyline, it has you feeling so many emotions. Will be buying the third book straight away to read while on holidays.
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