Torn

Divided #1

by A.M. Wallace

Marcus has his life pretty much figured out at twenty five years old. He’s got his career on track, a nice house just outside of the city, and his lifelong best friend, Hannah, by his side at every turn. The only problem is that he has been fighting with himself to tell Hannah how he really feels. How she’s all he’s been able to think about since he was old enough to have those feelings. What he doesn’t know is that Hannah is facing the same inner battle with herself about him. She fantasizes about a life with Marcus.

Will Marcus or Hannah be able to tell each other how they feel about one another? Will they be able to make a life together or does fate have other plans?

* Cliffhanger*
Due to mature content, this book is not intended for readers under 18 years of age.

Genres: Romance, Friends To Lovers, Contemporary Romance

279 pages, Kindle Edition

First published February 15, 2015

About the author

A.M. Wallace was born and raised in southern Ohio. Between working full time as a Customer Service Manager and being a parent to a rambunctious toddler, finding time to write proves to be a little more difficult than it used to. Thankfully, she’s able to find a balance and continue her writing.

Her love for reading started at a very young age. The Boxcar Children was where it all started, and she never quit. AR Reading in school only pushed her that much harder to read faster and more advanced books. Her competitiveness came out when there were prizes and “winning” involved. Now, she reads anything and everything in her free time. (When she has free time.)

After having been a stay at home mom for seven months after her son was born, she finally decided to pursue her dreams and write her first novel. While watching reruns of The Mickey Mouse Clubhouse, Handy Manny, and Doc McStuffins in her living room with her seven month old rolling around, the idea behind The Divided Series was born.

Now, two years later, Torn has been published and Ripped is on its way.

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Reviews

[Chiara Cilli · Rating 3 out of 5]

Questo romanzo è stato un enigma fin dal suo cover reveal ▬ vi ricordate quando lo feci? Ero stata attratta dalla presenza di due fanciulle e un maschio, prevedendo quindi un triangolo amoroso (che io adoro con tutta me stessa, quando sono fatti come Dio comanda.) Ma . . . sorpresa! Niente di quello che avevo ipotizzato si è rivelato esatto xD

Questa è la travagliata storia di Marcus e Hannah, da sempre innamorati l'uno dell'altra ma da sempre convinti che l'altro non ricambi. Oh, non venitemi a dire che non ci siete passati anche voi . . . io sì, quindi leggere questo romanzo è stato un po' doloroso, perché sapevo perfettamente quali fossero i sentimenti di lei nel vederlo insieme a un'altra.

Tuttavia non ero affatto pronta per ciò che mi si è presentato davanti.
Non ero pronta a vederli rinunciare l'una all'altro e ad andare avanti con la loro vita.
Con persone diverse.
Non me lo aspettavo e ci sono stata male perché, anche se so che è la cosa giusta da fare per se stessi, io non avrei mai avuto la forza di lasciare avvicinare qualcun altro che non fosse lui. Perché quando ci si innamora da piccoli e poi si cresce con quella persona, è impossibile rimpiazzarla.

E' impossibile anche solo pensare di amare altri.

E invece Marcus l'ha fatto.

«Non le permetterò di dividerci» sussurrai contro le sue labbra, e potei sentire il suo cenno lieve.
«Lo so.»

Come vi ho accennato, mi aspettavo uno svolgimento del tutto differente. Credevo che la storia fosse incentrata su Marcus e Hannah, invece a un certo punto questi due giovani prendono strade diverse. Li guardiamo sofferenti mettersi rispettivamente con la nuova ragazza che lavora nella palestra in cui lui fa il personal trainer e del ragazzo che le è andato a sbattere all'inizio del libro.

Nonostante ciò, entrambi pensano costantemente l'uno all'altra, pur non avendo più il tempo materiale per contattarsi, se non con dei brevi e freddi messaggi in cui si promettono di vedersi per aggiornarsi sulle loro vite.
Da bravi migliori amici.

Ma un amico non fa scenate del genere, caro Marcus, se scopre che la sua migliore amica è andata a letto con il tizio con cui sta alla prima uscita.
E un'amica, cara Hannah, non dovrebbe indispettirsi in quel modo, se il suo migliore amico vuole che sia la sua fidanzata ad aiutarlo a preparare una festa, e non tu.

Ahhhhhh >.<
Il nervoso, il nervosooo!

Purtroppo non ho potuto dare più di tre stelline perché l'autrice si è prolungata molto nelle descrizioni ▬ ma è comprensibile, visto che è il suo romanzo di debutto! (anch'io ho fatto questo errore con il mio :P). E anche perché ci sono stati troppi pochi momenti Marcus/Hannah. Ma lo stile mi è piaciuto molto, davvero :D
A mio modesto parere, ritengo che questo sia un romanzo di preparazione per l'esplosione vera e propria che so accadrà nel prossimo capitolo, perché il finale di Torn è stato sensazionale, distruttivo *_____*

«Ma, Marcus, io credevo...»
«Ti sei sbagliata.»

P.S. Andando sulla pagina dell'autrice dopo aver finito il romanzo, ho appreso che per problemi familiari ha dovuto sospendere la stesura di Ripped, il secondo romanzo. I just wanted to say that you don't have to worry, take your time, we'll wait :) wish you and your son the best xoxo ♥

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[Kim · Rating 5 out of 5]

THIS IS A FIVE STAR REVIEW!! GREAT DEBUT NOVEL!!! I received an ARC of Torn from A.M. Wallace in exchange for an honest review and beta read. I have to say I really enjoyed the story. The characters and the story line were well written and so true to life. Marcus and Hannah best friends along with Ericka and Chad. Well in comes Amy and Justin. Hannah and Marcus with feelings for each other even though they are best friends and have been basically all their lives. Neither one want to admit their feelings for one another. Well when you toss in some people in to the mix things can get interesting. What happens to Hannah and Marcus friendship? Can they survive all the "obstacles" that are sent their way? This is a fast read for me cause it was so life like and reminds me of just how kids are in highschool and college that the story just flowed and I didn't want to put it down. I am so lucky that I was asked to beta read this book and to give my honest opinion at which I have done.

[Julie Hoeckh · Rating 5 out of 5]

I received an advanced copy of Torn from A.M. Wallace in exchange for an honest review! This a great debut novel!!! I was very impressed with the way that A.M. Wallace was able to describe the characters and in such a way that you are able to relate to all of the characters in the novel. There are many situations that Marcus and Hannah are involved in and once you think you have it figured there is another twist and turn. You will not be able to put the book down once you start reading it; I could not stop reading it. I cannot wait for the next book in this trilogy! If you like Cassia Leo, Miranda Kenneally, or Jennifer Echols this is definitely a book you should pick up and read! I have thoroughly enjoyed reading Torn and very thankful I received an advanced copy and cannot wait to read more from A.M. Wallace!

[Book Fancy · Rating 4 out of 5]

An ARC provided in exchange for an honest review.

I've had this book on my tbr list and have been waiting on it to be released ever since I first saw a teaser! I was so excited when I got the chance to review it, and A.M. Wallace did not disappoint! Torn is the story of Hannah and Marcus who are best friends. The only problem is they both have feelings for each other that are more than friendship, but haven't told each other. A.M. Wallace takes the reader through the journey full of twists and turns that Hannah and Marcus try to navigate through. I really liked the characters, especially Marcus. He is super sweet and sexy in a geeky sort of way that totally works! I can't wait read the second book in the series!

[Sarah Heinemann · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book was so, so good! From the beginning I felt I knew exactly what I wanted to happen & who I did & didn't like. Everything changed multiple times throughout the time I was reading. By the end of the book I was completely unsure of what I wanted to happen with Marcus, Hannah, & Amy. The romance & the real life details helped keep me hooked. It was a true emotional roller coaster that I simply could not get off of!!

[Aschlie Brake - The Piggy has Flown Books · Rating 4 out of 5]

This story is such a heart wrencher. The story between Hannah and Marcus is so bittersweet. You will be rooting for both of them, and yelling at them, and oh so frustrated when their so blind to each others feelings. They have been BFF's since childhood, but with they walk away from each other to deal with their own significant others and those feelings? And a killer cliffhanger, but I want to know how it comes out. Will their friendship be torn apart?

[Patricia Mateer · Rating 5 out of 5]

If you love romance with a twist this is the series for you! Book one sets the scene nicely with some unique storytelling. You are on an emotional roller coaster ride during the whole book. You change your mind a thousand times about what you want to happen and by the end of the first book you still dont know. So grab a seat and strap in tight! You are in for the ride of your life.

[Sondra Dunham · Rating 5 out of 5]

Absolutely amazing! A love story that will keep you involved from beginning to end. I can't wait to read the rest of the trilogy and to purchase my autographed copy!!!

[Bella · Rating 4 out of 5]

LOVED IT review to come ;)

[Kelsey Wheeler · Rating 5 out of 5]

I don't read NA like this ever because I am a awkward turtle and it makes me feel uncomfortable, but A.M. Wallace was sweet enough to give me an E-book copy of her debut novel. So I decided to give it a read. I don't regret reading it at all. The story line of this book was surprisingly really enjoyable. I liked the writing as if the characters were actually holding a conversation with you and speaking all their thoughts. It was in both Hannah and Marcus's POV. Depending on the chapters. The two friends have been secretly in love with each other since they met. I was rooting for them the whole time to finally just live happily ever after, but what kinda story would that be right? Of course there was some action. They both think that the other doesn't return the feelings in return, that they just want to be best friends forever. So they never bring it up and just hold the feelings to themselves. Hannah tries desperately to get her best friend Marcus off of her mind so she pretty much rushes into a relationship. Right from the start of that, I felt like this guy was bad news. Marcus wants to do the same, but he isn't as desperate as Hannah. But there is a new girl at work that he really likes...Will their lives stay the same or will they be torn apart?
The conclusion of this book is a definite cliffhanger and it makes you want the second one asap.
I recommend this book to people that love NA especially and people who love,romance and relationship reads. Anyone could give this book a try though and probably enjoy it.

[Linda · Rating 3 out of 5]

This is book 1 in the Divided Series. Well. I’m not sure what to say here except to say the title is so perfect for the book. Hannah has been in love with Marcus for as long as she can remember. She’s been best friends with his sister, Erika, for years and he’s always been there for her. But she can’t tell him and he thinks of her as a sister or does he? This was a good book but Hannah is kind of wishy washy and I’m not sure if I really like her. Marcus has his good and bad points, too. They have good qualities but they don’t really mesh all the time. I hope that the next book has Hannah growing up and realizing that the world consists of more than just her. I voluntarily read and reviewed this book that I received from the author.

[Stefanie · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is my first book from AM Wallace and I could not put it down. I love friendship to more book but this was so much more. I couldn't believe that these two were really star crossed. The dynamics changed when the started see others and couldn't explain why. I didn't want it to end. I wanted more from Marcus and Hannah! I can't wait for the second book!!

** Was given a book for an honest review ***

[Hope · Rating 5 out of 5]

I received this book from goodreads and really enjoyed this book! This was a debut work from A.M. Wallace and was eager to read it! Such a wonderful story to read!! It is a good romance book about Marcus and Hannah who are best friends but also have feelings for each other that they dont share with each other. This story is full of twists and turns so you never fully know what going to happen and boy what a ending! I cant wait to see what the sequel holds to this book!!

[Marj Warner · Rating 5 out of 5]

A romance with authentic suspense. A boy, a girl, both struggling with their friendship, their love, or both. Can you be in love with or just love your best friend? Torn equals new beginnings. Loved it, real characters, real meanings.

[Melinda Workman · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wonderful story of friends and romance

Excellent story of two friends who love and live but go in different directions for a moment. Their lives and feelings become more complicated when one relationship ends badly. Can't wait to read the second book in the series by AM Wallace.

[Kenzie · Rating 1 out of 5]

Maybe it would get better if I continued the series but I just can’t. I genuinely never complain about a character even if they have some major flaws but Hannah had basically no redeeming qualities to her to a point that I really hope she never gets with Marcus because she doesn’t deserve him.

[Jiyoung]

Note to self

Dnf.
The story sounded so interesting. But from the beginning, narration was boring to me.

[Keitidh Larsen · Rating 5 out of 5]

I finally finished this book. I absolutely adore it. It was a real page turner for me, I wouldn't put it down unless I fell asleep reading. The characters were so relatable and very easy to envision them.
I really hope there's another one because that ending threw me!! Suspense kept me going the whole time!! I'm still in suspense! I need more!
Am definitely recommending this book to everyone I know :)

[Nstefa · Rating 4 out of 5]

Really this is the ending I got argggghhh!!! I hate cliffhangers sooooo much!!!! The story was quite good but it really started to become awesome near the end and I get a cliffhanger so I'm Disappointed right now......

[CJ WESTON · Rating 4 out of 5]

Completely Torn and wanting more....

[Det Galura · Rating 4 out of 5]

Nice book! I Can't wait for Book 2 to be released. I hope it will be released SOON!!!

[Jonnae · Rating 4 out of 5]

Won this book in a Goodreads contest! Did not end where I expected...waiting for the next one. :)

[Misty Warner · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is my first book from this author. I absolutely loved it. Marcus and Hannah have been BFFs forever and both have feeling for each other but never admitted it. Now both are in a relationship and trying to juggle with staying​ BFFs. The ending was a cliff hanger so I can't wait for the next one! Definitely recommend this book to everyone.