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Enshrine
After a phone call changes my life, I shut the world out. Paralyzed by the fear, the darkness becomes inescapable. When I refuse to open my door, my best friend goes to the most notorious man in town.
Bruno's known to everyone in the neighborhood - he's feared and only spoken about in whispers. Only there's a problem - after he breaks down my door, he doesn't want to leave.
I never expected to find a man with a heart bigger than his reputation. But just like illusions, things are never what they seem. With fear surrounding me, only he can chase away the shadows.
This isn't your typical love story - it's a story of fight and survival. Most importantly, it's about finding the light and basking in the rays.
Bruno's known to everyone in the neighborhood - he's feared and only spoken about in whispers. Only there's a problem - after he breaks down my door, he doesn't want to leave.
I never expected to find a man with a heart bigger than his reputation. But just like illusions, things are never what they seem. With fear surrounding me, only he can chase away the shadows.
This isn't your typical love story - it's a story of fight and survival. Most importantly, it's about finding the light and basking in the rays.
354 pages, Paperback
First published January 26, 2016
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December 29, 2016
I hold my glass up in a silent toast to Chelle Bliss’s greatness!
This book put me through the ringer. My heart was in my throat nearly the entire time I read it. And sometimes I couldn't breathe properly. The intensity of what I was feeling consumed me. I'd be smiling one minute and crying the next. I went through every possible emotion and feel everything in between.
Enshrine is the heartwarming and emotional story of Callie. It was just tragic to see such a wonderful person like her brought down so low. Her story was not a fairytale. Callie’s life changed in a blink of an eye and became gritty, real and cruel at times.
I loved everything about Bruno. Callie was clearly everything he wanted, and his adoration and devotion was amazing. I admired his honesty in expressing his feelings to her and his courageousness in offering her his help so many times. My heart overflowed with love for him.
Life deals people crappy hands all the time and it is how they deal that defines them. This book leaves you with the message to live in the moment. The present is perfect. Don't waste a single second because every moment is precious. And don't be afraid to love. Love is stronger than anything.
Yes the second we’re born, a clock starts ticking toward our death. Each moment left in our life, however long it may be, should be savored and never taken for granted. If there are any books that teach us a life lesson, this was definitely one of them.
The writing is truly amazing and I loved every single second of this beautiful story. Even though I was completely consumed with Callie and Bruno, I also adored the other remarkable characters that played a vital role in their story and am hoping that their stories are told so that I can continue to read about this couple.
"Time is the most precious thing we have. We blindly go through our days as if they’re in infinite supply. Each year, time moves faster, evaporating before our eyes, and we don’t even realize it. The only time we pay attention to time is when we’re told ours is running out."
This book put me through the ringer. My heart was in my throat nearly the entire time I read it. And sometimes I couldn't breathe properly. The intensity of what I was feeling consumed me. I'd be smiling one minute and crying the next. I went through every possible emotion and feel everything in between.
Enshrine is the heartwarming and emotional story of Callie. It was just tragic to see such a wonderful person like her brought down so low. Her story was not a fairytale. Callie’s life changed in a blink of an eye and became gritty, real and cruel at times.
I loved everything about Bruno. Callie was clearly everything he wanted, and his adoration and devotion was amazing. I admired his honesty in expressing his feelings to her and his courageousness in offering her his help so many times. My heart overflowed with love for him.
Life deals people crappy hands all the time and it is how they deal that defines them. This book leaves you with the message to live in the moment. The present is perfect. Don't waste a single second because every moment is precious. And don't be afraid to love. Love is stronger than anything.
Yes the second we’re born, a clock starts ticking toward our death. Each moment left in our life, however long it may be, should be savored and never taken for granted. If there are any books that teach us a life lesson, this was definitely one of them.
The writing is truly amazing and I loved every single second of this beautiful story. Even though I was completely consumed with Callie and Bruno, I also adored the other remarkable characters that played a vital role in their story and am hoping that their stories are told so that I can continue to read about this couple.
"Time is the most precious thing we have. We blindly go through our days as if they’re in infinite supply. Each year, time moves faster, evaporating before our eyes, and we don’t even realize it. The only time we pay attention to time is when we’re told ours is running out."
June 19, 2016
I want to live. I want my life. I want everything I had before and more.
Callie
One phone call from her doctor changed everything.
Now she has to fight for her life before this incurable disease takes over. Before cancer wins this battle.
A war is going on inside me. Between cancer and myself.
But she won't fight alone...
Bruno will be by her side for better or worse. He will help Callie understand that the most valuable gift from life is TIME...
Time is the most precious thing we have. We blindly go through our days as if they're in infinite supply. {...} The only time we pay attention to time is when we're told ours is running out.
Will Callie manage to prolong her time?
I picked up Enshrine by Chelle Bliss on a whim. I certainly did not expect this book to grow on me as much and as quickly as it did. It grabs your attention from the first chapter or two and it keeps it until the very end. By the end of each chapter, you thirst for the next one. Finishing this book was a relief for me because now I can sleep well knowing that the story wrapped up positively for all the characters.
To be utterly honest with you, I was a little bit surprised and shocked to realise that the book is mainly about dealing with cancer and fighting for life. You see, the description does not mention much about the book's theme and consequently, I was not mentally prepared for that heavy, as many would categorize it, subject. However, my reading experience was not affected at all because the author handled this sensitive issue very gently and carefully. A fierce round of applause to Chelle Bliss from me:
As far as characters are concerned, I was not completely fond of the two main ones until the second half of the book. No, I was not indifferent. I simply did not feel a connection to them until then. I did not trust Bruno and I had my own suspicions about him. At first, his behaviour towards Callie seemed odd and hurried to me and I did not understand his motives. Callie, on the other hand, had given me the impression that she was a little bit immature and spontaneous. As soon as I continued reading though, these thoughts about Bruno and Callie faded away...
Bruno:
Everybody calls him Bruno "The Butcher". He is dark, mysterious and dangerous. Or so everybody thinks... Because his other side is gentle, charming, caring, helpful and sweet. The way he acted around Callie, the way he cared for her and gave her hope made me swoon like a teenager. He deserves his place in my harem of book boyfriends...
- TDH?- Tall, dark, and handsome, Cal.
Callie:
She went through a lot and I had so much sympathy for her. Her suffering was heartbreaking. It took a lot of time for her to adjust and deal with the news. She did not have any energy and emotional strength to fight. If it weren't for Bruno, she would be willing to give up.
Cancer changed her to a major extent and by the end of the book she was an entirely different person. She revaluated the worthy things in life and became wiser.
Instead of thinking about cancer as a curse, I realize that it will make everything sweeter. Each moment left in my life, however long it may be, will be savored and never taken for granted again.
Personally, I prefer books that make you think, that have a message to convey. This read reminded me of how precious and priceless life is and I'm immensely grateful for that.
January 27, 2016
4 Overcoming all odds Stars
I haven’t read a Chelle Bliss book in a long time. I actually haven’t read one since her debut book, so I was very curious to how her writing style has changed.
The one thing I really enjoyed when I read Enshrined was the dialogue. It’s a heavy dialogue based book and it’s 100% my cuppa. The writing flowed nicely and I really enjoyed the pace. There was never a dull moment. I liked how she developed the characters. I felt the character’s tension and mild angst.
Callie is at a crossroads in her life. She’s depressed and just doesn’t know what to do. I went into this book without knowing the premise and not like the premise gave anything away, but I was really intrigued by Callie’s story. She is in a bad situation and I was curious to how she would overcome it (if she does).
Bruno is not your white night. He has a shady past and everyone thinks he is a bad guy. BUT for some reason he ends up in Callie’s life. He’s the one that will help Callie. He’s the one that will kick her butt and get her to smile again, even if she is kicking and screaming the whole way.
Bruno is a strong alpha male character. I like there is a bit of a mystery to him and I like how you don’t know for sure if he is good for Callie, but him being so sweet to her, makes you want him! Bruno and Callie’s relationship is insta-lust and then insta-regret, but I really liked that. It hooked you to the pages.
Enshrine is a nice, no fuss, steamy read, great for a rainy day. You can read it in one sitting and completely get your fixed on a sweet romance.
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I haven’t read a Chelle Bliss book in a long time. I actually haven’t read one since her debut book, so I was very curious to how her writing style has changed.
The one thing I really enjoyed when I read Enshrined was the dialogue. It’s a heavy dialogue based book and it’s 100% my cuppa. The writing flowed nicely and I really enjoyed the pace. There was never a dull moment. I liked how she developed the characters. I felt the character’s tension and mild angst.
Callie is at a crossroads in her life. She’s depressed and just doesn’t know what to do. I went into this book without knowing the premise and not like the premise gave anything away, but I was really intrigued by Callie’s story. She is in a bad situation and I was curious to how she would overcome it (if she does).
Bruno is not your white night. He has a shady past and everyone thinks he is a bad guy. BUT for some reason he ends up in Callie’s life. He’s the one that will help Callie. He’s the one that will kick her butt and get her to smile again, even if she is kicking and screaming the whole way.
Bruno is a strong alpha male character. I like there is a bit of a mystery to him and I like how you don’t know for sure if he is good for Callie, but him being so sweet to her, makes you want him! Bruno and Callie’s relationship is insta-lust and then insta-regret, but I really liked that. It hooked you to the pages.
Enshrine is a nice, no fuss, steamy read, great for a rainy day. You can read it in one sitting and completely get your fixed on a sweet romance.
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February 14, 2016
"Everyone needs someone."
This book wasn't at all what I expected. The story is one of strength and determination, and about how one persons love can heal another. I really liked Bruno, he was the one that held my attention. Right from the beginning I was intrigued by his character, and I wanted to get to the end to see if I was right about my suspicions. I really wish that his POV was in the book at least a little bit because too much of Callie was just annoying me.
I felt for Callie's character, and loved seeing when she started to fight her battle, but honestly I wanted to see more strength from her. I felt like the makority of the book was her not accepting her diagnosis and just letting Bruno take over her life, which got a little annoying.
I never really saw a connection between Bruno and Callie, so it made it hard to get involved with their story. Overall, I thought it was a good book, I just wish I liked Callie a little more. I think anyone that likes an emotion read will like this book, and should give it a try.
July 21, 2018
Genre: Contemporary Romance
Type: Standalone
POV: First Person - Female
Rating:
Callista (Callie) Gentile was always taught to never rely on other people and that's how she's been living her life. After a devastating revelation, she retreated into herself and thought she could handle it alone. But soon enough she realized that was not the best decision.
Bruno literally crashed into her life when she needed him the most. The whole town knew of his reputation, but he didn't let that stopped him from immersing himself into her life. However, his secret could potentially be too much for her to handle.
Looking at the blurb, I probably wouldn't know what this book is really about. But reading the Preface, I definitely knew what I'm getting into.
I liked the overall concept of the book however, I had issues with the connections - of them as a couple and individually. I couldn't connect to either of them. The secret about him dragged on too long and it wasn't even surprising by the time it was revealed. Her struggle somehow felt trivial which is a shame because in reality it's anything but that.
What happened in their relationship was a noble act, but it felt like it came out of nowhere. I understood her part in it, of why she jumped into it. But his reasoning was not convincing enough. I wanted the story to dig deeper.
Enshrine is a story of finding solace in dark hours. It would appeal to readers who are interested in love story with real life struggles.
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Type: Standalone
POV: First Person - Female
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Callista (Callie) Gentile was always taught to never rely on other people and that's how she's been living her life. After a devastating revelation, she retreated into herself and thought she could handle it alone. But soon enough she realized that was not the best decision.
Bruno literally crashed into her life when she needed him the most. The whole town knew of his reputation, but he didn't let that stopped him from immersing himself into her life. However, his secret could potentially be too much for her to handle.
Looking at the blurb, I probably wouldn't know what this book is really about. But reading the Preface, I definitely knew what I'm getting into.
He isn’t who I thought he was. Who is he? I know I’ll find out, but do I really want to know?
I liked the overall concept of the book however, I had issues with the connections - of them as a couple and individually. I couldn't connect to either of them. The secret about him dragged on too long and it wasn't even surprising by the time it was revealed. Her struggle somehow felt trivial which is a shame because in reality it's anything but that.
"I wanted to save you. To protect you. To take away your pain and make everything all right. There was no way I’d leave you alone and let you push me away. Not after what we’d shared.”
What happened in their relationship was a noble act, but it felt like it came out of nowhere. I understood her part in it, of why she jumped into it. But his reasoning was not convincing enough. I wanted the story to dig deeper.
“I think that without the struggles in life, we wouldn’t savor the beautiful things. Nothing would be as sweet if it weren’t for the bad.”
Enshrine is a story of finding solace in dark hours. It would appeal to readers who are interested in love story with real life struggles.
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February 22, 2017
I was not expecting this. The blurb is severely lacking and the cover grossly misleading.
I started Enshrine expecting fast paced action and some seriously hot chemistry. I mean, the hot-ass cover indicates some action, maybe mafia related, a muscled alpha badass and a mysterious, gorgeous h. The blurb is just really vague and doesn't tell much about the plot. So I was naturally intrigued!
Perhaps if I hadn't expected what I described above I wouldn't have been so disappointed. There was absolutely no action whatsoever, the chemistry between the H and h was almost non-existent. Honestly, I simply cannot see why the H was even interested in the h. She was bitchy, moody, whiny and she just made me depressed. In her defense, she's dealing with a very heartbreaking situation and it's always easy to judge her reactions but impossible to relate to unless you've actually been there. But having said that, I just didn't get why the H was so invested in helping her from the get go, as she was more or less a stranger.
The H is mysterious, so mysterious we never really find out what he does exactly! Gahh.. We know who he works for, but that's pretty much it. I mean, when you give us a cover like that, I at least expect the storyline to involve his apparently dangerous occupation.
I might have enjoyed this one better if I hadn't expected something completely different. Perhaps my rating had been 1-2 stars higher, but because I feel so disappointed and kinda cheated, I can only give this 2 stars.
I started Enshrine expecting fast paced action and some seriously hot chemistry. I mean, the hot-ass cover indicates some action, maybe mafia related, a muscled alpha badass and a mysterious, gorgeous h. The blurb is just really vague and doesn't tell much about the plot. So I was naturally intrigued!
Perhaps if I hadn't expected what I described above I wouldn't have been so disappointed. There was absolutely no action whatsoever, the chemistry between the H and h was almost non-existent. Honestly, I simply cannot see why the H was even interested in the h. She was bitchy, moody, whiny and she just made me depressed. In her defense, she's dealing with a very heartbreaking situation and it's always easy to judge her reactions but impossible to relate to unless you've actually been there. But having said that, I just didn't get why the H was so invested in helping her from the get go, as she was more or less a stranger.
The H is mysterious, so mysterious we never really find out what he does exactly! Gahh.. We know who he works for, but that's pretty much it. I mean, when you give us a cover like that, I at least expect the storyline to involve his apparently dangerous occupation.
I might have enjoyed this one better if I hadn't expected something completely different. Perhaps my rating had been 1-2 stars higher, but because I feel so disappointed and kinda cheated, I can only give this 2 stars.
March 23, 2016
This is a great read!
Blurb was not very revealing so I had no idea what I am getting myself into, but I was pleasantly surprised.
Great characters and beautiful writing.
Blurb was not very revealing so I had no idea what I am getting myself into, but I was pleasantly surprised.
Great characters and beautiful writing.
February 8, 2016
WOW, what a totally surprising and inspiring read from Chelle Bliss!!!
The synopsis is purposefully vague and I won't give anything away here but the book begins with Callie waiting for a telephone call that could change her life. She is keeping a secret from everyone close to her and she realizes the call could be life-changing:
"I’m on pins and needles waiting for an important phone call. One that could change my life, and I haven’t told a soul about it. . . Telling people makes it real, and I’m not ready to face the possibility I could have more important things to deal with than which pair of shoes to wear with my favorite Donna Karan dress."
Enter Bruno, a man who adores Callie and who is not at ALL what he seems to be. He refuses to let Callie sink into sadness and he pulls her into the light. Their love is absolutely beautiful and very real, and as with all of this author's books, family plays an important role in the main characters' lives. The warmth and love of Bruno's family is one of my favorite parts of this story.
The cover of this book is one the of most gorgeous covers I've even seen. It captures the themes of the book perfectly. Just when you think Callie is going to give up, Bruno is right there with her, supporting her and holding her up and giving her love. Callie shines with Bruno's tender loving care and the story is ultimately an uplifting one.
Make no mistake, this book deals with difficult themes and the story is very serious. But the two main characters are so filled with life and love, that it really turns out to be an extremely heart-warming story. I loved this book and I loved Callie and Bruno's strength and vulnerability. A truly inspiring story!!
"The appreciation for the light can never come without the darkness.”
(ARC provided by the author in return for an honest review.)
The synopsis is purposefully vague and I won't give anything away here but the book begins with Callie waiting for a telephone call that could change her life. She is keeping a secret from everyone close to her and she realizes the call could be life-changing:
"I’m on pins and needles waiting for an important phone call. One that could change my life, and I haven’t told a soul about it. . . Telling people makes it real, and I’m not ready to face the possibility I could have more important things to deal with than which pair of shoes to wear with my favorite Donna Karan dress."
Enter Bruno, a man who adores Callie and who is not at ALL what he seems to be. He refuses to let Callie sink into sadness and he pulls her into the light. Their love is absolutely beautiful and very real, and as with all of this author's books, family plays an important role in the main characters' lives. The warmth and love of Bruno's family is one of my favorite parts of this story.
The cover of this book is one the of most gorgeous covers I've even seen. It captures the themes of the book perfectly. Just when you think Callie is going to give up, Bruno is right there with her, supporting her and holding her up and giving her love. Callie shines with Bruno's tender loving care and the story is ultimately an uplifting one.
Make no mistake, this book deals with difficult themes and the story is very serious. But the two main characters are so filled with life and love, that it really turns out to be an extremely heart-warming story. I loved this book and I loved Callie and Bruno's strength and vulnerability. A truly inspiring story!!
"The appreciation for the light can never come without the darkness.”
(ARC provided by the author in return for an honest review.)
March 23, 2016
4.5 Emotional Stars!!
I wasn't sure what to expect going into this story; the blurb is pretty vague but I had a inkling, so I wasn't completely taken by surprise. Enshrine is my first read by Chelle Bliss and I have to say I thoroughly enjoyed her writing style and the storyline captivated me from the very beginning, it completely sucked me in and my emotions were on a rollercoaster ride.
“Things are just that—things. They don’t make us who we are. They make us look better on the outside, even when we’re hollow on the inside. They’re an illusion—the shiny objects that distract us from the really important things.”
Callie has just received a phone call that has completely changed her life. She’s an only child, both of her parents are deceased, she has her best friend Rebecca, a handful of work friends, her rewarding work as a molecular biologist and a carefree lifestyle full of handbags and shoes. And now she has the fight of her life coming up and it’s nothing she’s prepared for.
The hero Bruno is very mysterious, and assumed to be on the wrong side of the law with a nickname like “Bruno the Butcher”, yet he is PERFECT!!! Bruno want’s Callie, and he has wanted her for a very long time. I LOVED Bruno, he is the absolute perfect blend of badass bossy alpha and sensitive guy who remains very alpha even while being all sweet.
“I confessed that I want you. There’s no way I’m turning back now. We’ll fight this together.”
Callie needs Bruno more then she wants to admit. Bruno literally broke her door down to take care of her, whether she wants it or not, he is her strength, the voice of reason that encourages her, bullies her, and pushes her not to give up! I absolutely loved and adored Bruno's family they were a breath of fresh air, so much fun and exactly what Callie was missing in her life, especially as she embarks on her journey. I’m so glad I picked up this audio book, Bruno and Callie completely captured my heart.
*Narrated by Lance Greenfield and Erin Mallon who were both fantastic!!!
December 10, 2019
A beautiful story clearly written from the heart. Enshrine is every book lover's dream. From pain and sadness to finding love with an unbreakable bond, Callie and Bruno's story is breathtaking.
This was such a rewarding story. Despite covering a difficult theme, Chelle Bliss managed to draw me into a story of hope and determination and a desire to overcome everything that life throws at us.
Callie is a Molecular Biologist but her professional endeavours are put on hold when her future is turned upside down after one life-changing telephone call. Facing a battle like no other, Callie finds herself in a heartbreaking daily struggle to come to terms with the card that life has dealt her, that is until Bruno steps in to help and support her. With a secret identity and a darkness to his aura, Callie is surprised when this man who is practically a stranger to her suddenly becomes her rock. With an unexpected kindness and tenderness, Bruno saves her from herself and from an uncertain future. He gives her strength, fortitude and a determination to overcome her fears but can Callie trust this enigma of a man?
Bruno complimented Callie perfectly. He was her tower of strength and did everything in his power to help her face her battle head on. With only assumptions to go on as to who Bruno really is, Callie still falls in love with him and despite her best intentions does so in the knowledge that he could be a dangerous man.
I really loved the connection between Callie and Bruno and as the story plays out, we find there is more to their relationship than even Callie is aware of. Whilst reading the story I had all sorts of scenarios playing out in my mind as to who exactly Bruno was and what was revealed was completely unexpected.
This may come to be one of the most notable books in 2016, and I’m sure everyone who reads it will relate to it on some level. It is a poignantly penned story and one which will remain with me for a long time to come.
On thing though, yes this is a standalone story but with such delicious characters waiting in the wings, I can only hope that Bruno's siblings get their own story, possibly in a spin-off series!!!
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This was such a rewarding story. Despite covering a difficult theme, Chelle Bliss managed to draw me into a story of hope and determination and a desire to overcome everything that life throws at us.
Callie is a Molecular Biologist but her professional endeavours are put on hold when her future is turned upside down after one life-changing telephone call. Facing a battle like no other, Callie finds herself in a heartbreaking daily struggle to come to terms with the card that life has dealt her, that is until Bruno steps in to help and support her. With a secret identity and a darkness to his aura, Callie is surprised when this man who is practically a stranger to her suddenly becomes her rock. With an unexpected kindness and tenderness, Bruno saves her from herself and from an uncertain future. He gives her strength, fortitude and a determination to overcome her fears but can Callie trust this enigma of a man?
Bruno complimented Callie perfectly. He was her tower of strength and did everything in his power to help her face her battle head on. With only assumptions to go on as to who Bruno really is, Callie still falls in love with him and despite her best intentions does so in the knowledge that he could be a dangerous man.
I really loved the connection between Callie and Bruno and as the story plays out, we find there is more to their relationship than even Callie is aware of. Whilst reading the story I had all sorts of scenarios playing out in my mind as to who exactly Bruno was and what was revealed was completely unexpected.
This may come to be one of the most notable books in 2016, and I’m sure everyone who reads it will relate to it on some level. It is a poignantly penned story and one which will remain with me for a long time to come.
On thing though, yes this is a standalone story but with such delicious characters waiting in the wings, I can only hope that Bruno's siblings get their own story, possibly in a spin-off series!!!
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January 11, 2016
Ok first lets start with the Cover!!!
That is what I did when I saw it and then I swooned!!
There are so many different levels to this book and I don't want to give anything away so it will be short and sweet!
This is a story about a man and a woman named Bruno and Callie. They stole my heart.
These two have known each other for what seems like forever. The glances that they gave each other from across the room spoke volumes. It was just a matter of time before something would bring these two together and when it did!!
When push comes to shove they finally give into their need to be together, and it's hot.
This man is so not what he seems, he is the main reason you shouldn't judge a book by their cover.
This woman is sassy, smart, independent and knows what she wants, and isn't afraid to work for it.
It is not rainbows and unicorns. It's a struggle, it's about trusting, it's about giving, it's about putting someone in front of you and everything else that exists.
It's about patience and kindness and accepting that you don't have to do it by yourself. You can do it with him. He can give you what you need, you just have to trust!
So if your looking for that book that will sneak its way into your heart, that will make you have the heart stopping feeling, that will make you sit back and cherish every single word that is written, than this is your book.
Callie and Bruno have to be one if my favorite couple this year.
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That is what I did when I saw it and then I swooned!!
There are so many different levels to this book and I don't want to give anything away so it will be short and sweet!
This is a story about a man and a woman named Bruno and Callie. They stole my heart.
These two have known each other for what seems like forever. The glances that they gave each other from across the room spoke volumes. It was just a matter of time before something would bring these two together and when it did!!
When push comes to shove they finally give into their need to be together, and it's hot.
This man is so not what he seems, he is the main reason you shouldn't judge a book by their cover.
This woman is sassy, smart, independent and knows what she wants, and isn't afraid to work for it.
It is not rainbows and unicorns. It's a struggle, it's about trusting, it's about giving, it's about putting someone in front of you and everything else that exists.
It's about patience and kindness and accepting that you don't have to do it by yourself. You can do it with him. He can give you what you need, you just have to trust!
So if your looking for that book that will sneak its way into your heart, that will make you have the heart stopping feeling, that will make you sit back and cherish every single word that is written, than this is your book.
Callie and Bruno have to be one if my favorite couple this year.
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January 26, 2016
I went into this book knowing what I was diving into. Instead of diving, I leaped. This book shows an entire different angle to Chelle Bliss. Yes, there is the steam we've all learned to expect from this amazing writer... but you see a side to Chelle you've never seen before. I'm not going to touch on that, what I will say is this. You will melt for Bruno. You will cry with Bruno and you will fall hopelessly in love with him.
Callie our beloved heroine without a doubt is one tough woman when she's hit with a dose of real life reality. Her emotional tailspin is heart-wrenching to a point you feel like your right there with her. Step by step. She crumbles and who better than to help her piece herself back together, show her she is strong? Bruno!
He does it in a way that makes her seek out her strength herself. There is a scene in this book that if I didn't love Bruno already, this particularly scene would have. It's deep, delicate and the definition of true love.
I've witnessed this Author from her first book rise to the fame she deserves. She's talented. She removed herself from her comfort zone with Enshrine to bring us one of the most endearing love stories I have read to date. She captured my attention from the beginning. Kept me well stocked in kleenex by my side. Had my heart dangling in my chest by a thread. I could carry on about this book. Trust me. It's a book not to be missed. A book to show us that real life can be like a puzzle, you search hard to find that one missing piece and when you find it, it's complete.
I was given an ARC by the Author for an honest review.
Callie our beloved heroine without a doubt is one tough woman when she's hit with a dose of real life reality. Her emotional tailspin is heart-wrenching to a point you feel like your right there with her. Step by step. She crumbles and who better than to help her piece herself back together, show her she is strong? Bruno!
He does it in a way that makes her seek out her strength herself. There is a scene in this book that if I didn't love Bruno already, this particularly scene would have. It's deep, delicate and the definition of true love.
I've witnessed this Author from her first book rise to the fame she deserves. She's talented. She removed herself from her comfort zone with Enshrine to bring us one of the most endearing love stories I have read to date. She captured my attention from the beginning. Kept me well stocked in kleenex by my side. Had my heart dangling in my chest by a thread. I could carry on about this book. Trust me. It's a book not to be missed. A book to show us that real life can be like a puzzle, you search hard to find that one missing piece and when you find it, it's complete.
I was given an ARC by the Author for an honest review.
January 14, 2016
ARC received for honest review.
Where the heck do I begin with my review of Chelle’s upcoming novel?
It has everything from a sexy tough guy who you will fall in love with, to a sassy independent woman who will have you in tears.
Callie has only ever thought about which pair of shoes to wear with her favorite Donna Karan dress, or the others in her closet, until that one phone call shatters her life. Nothing will ever be the same again, and it’s while she’s still in shock that Bruno breaks down her door.
Bruno has kept his distance from Callie, but when her best friend comes to him for help, he sees it as his chance to finally get close. What he doesn’t expect is the words that leave her mouth when they come face-to-face.
This is an emotional rollercoaster read, and one that I hated to put down for that thing called sleep!
As with the author’s previous books, Chelle writes Bruno’s family with love and affection between them, and I LOVE this. His mother is a trip, and his father, well, I could actually imagine my own sitting to breakfast like Bruno’s did.
This is a book that I’d put on my ‘read again shelf’ because although the story was heartbreaking, it was an amazing love story AND I really hope Lucca is going to get a story—hint—hint!!!
Where the heck do I begin with my review of Chelle’s upcoming novel?
It has everything from a sexy tough guy who you will fall in love with, to a sassy independent woman who will have you in tears.
Callie has only ever thought about which pair of shoes to wear with her favorite Donna Karan dress, or the others in her closet, until that one phone call shatters her life. Nothing will ever be the same again, and it’s while she’s still in shock that Bruno breaks down her door.
Bruno has kept his distance from Callie, but when her best friend comes to him for help, he sees it as his chance to finally get close. What he doesn’t expect is the words that leave her mouth when they come face-to-face.
This is an emotional rollercoaster read, and one that I hated to put down for that thing called sleep!
As with the author’s previous books, Chelle writes Bruno’s family with love and affection between them, and I LOVE this. His mother is a trip, and his father, well, I could actually imagine my own sitting to breakfast like Bruno’s did.
This is a book that I’d put on my ‘read again shelf’ because although the story was heartbreaking, it was an amazing love story AND I really hope Lucca is going to get a story—hint—hint!!!
November 9, 2018
I feel like reading this book at the middle. I was so puzzle about how Callie and Bruno met. It seems Bruno just crashing into Callie life without introduction. I am not comfortable with this idea. And what is it about Callie that makes Bruno wants to help Callie? It does not explain in the book. So I was already not very keen to continue. And the idea of Callie just let Bruno enter her life without knowing who is Bruno is disturbing.
But the fight of Callie on her sickness, makes me going. Her phases are very endearing. The depression phase is just... heartbroken. I can relate to her in any level. I know how it feels waiting in uncertainty for something that is going to determine you can life or not. And because of Callie's fight, I give this book 3 stars.
3 stars
But the fight of Callie on her sickness, makes me going. Her phases are very endearing. The depression phase is just... heartbroken. I can relate to her in any level. I know how it feels waiting in uncertainty for something that is going to determine you can life or not. And because of Callie's fight, I give this book 3 stars.
3 stars
January 6, 2016
An alpha male with a heart of gold. Bliss takes us through an array of emotions. Secrets, anger, pain, fear and love. Enshrine is a must read!
January 24, 2016
Beautiful. Emotional. Heartbreaking. Inspiring. Chelle Bliss brings her readers something so different and so moving in ENSHRINE. A story of hope. A story of acceptance. A story of love. This story will rip your heart to shreds, but through this heartening journey, Ms. Bliss carefully pieces it back together and it will be fuller than ever before.
We all need someone...someone to bring the light into the darkness, someone who fights with us and helps us battle the demons and the darkness, someone who gives us hope when we think there is none left. The author gives us these two absolutely wonderful characters, Bruno and Callie. They are each other's someone. They have such a tough road ahead of them, but the love, admiration, and devotion that is in both of their hearts, they can make it through anything. Callie is about to go through the fight of her life. She is an extremely independent woman who doesn't like to rely on anything or anyone. Meanwhile, there is Bruno who has always admired from afar, until he has no choice but to step in and take care of what's his. Battling his own demons, he steps up and shows Callie how to fight and how to give in and let the people closest to you take care of you. Even with his reputation, Bruno has always been a mystery to Callie, but there is something about him that threatens to tear down her walls. When the fight threatens to break her down, Bruno is the one who will never let her fall. Together, these two are a powerhouse, making me cry, making me laugh, and making me cry even harder. I can't believe the amount of emotion that the author pulled out of me in this one. This wasn't something that I expected, but it was so incredibly welcome.
ENSHRINE shows a whole other side of Chelle Bliss's writing. I LOVED it! I want MORE of it! I want to shout it from the rooftops how much I enjoyed this tear-jerker of a romance. I have found a new respect for this author and everything she represents. I love what she has shared with her readers with Bruno and Callie's story. This story reached the far corners of my heart and all the way to my soul. Absolutely beautiful!
*Gifted copy provided by the author in exchange for an honest review*
We all need someone...someone to bring the light into the darkness, someone who fights with us and helps us battle the demons and the darkness, someone who gives us hope when we think there is none left. The author gives us these two absolutely wonderful characters, Bruno and Callie. They are each other's someone. They have such a tough road ahead of them, but the love, admiration, and devotion that is in both of their hearts, they can make it through anything. Callie is about to go through the fight of her life. She is an extremely independent woman who doesn't like to rely on anything or anyone. Meanwhile, there is Bruno who has always admired from afar, until he has no choice but to step in and take care of what's his. Battling his own demons, he steps up and shows Callie how to fight and how to give in and let the people closest to you take care of you. Even with his reputation, Bruno has always been a mystery to Callie, but there is something about him that threatens to tear down her walls. When the fight threatens to break her down, Bruno is the one who will never let her fall. Together, these two are a powerhouse, making me cry, making me laugh, and making me cry even harder. I can't believe the amount of emotion that the author pulled out of me in this one. This wasn't something that I expected, but it was so incredibly welcome.
ENSHRINE shows a whole other side of Chelle Bliss's writing. I LOVED it! I want MORE of it! I want to shout it from the rooftops how much I enjoyed this tear-jerker of a romance. I have found a new respect for this author and everything she represents. I love what she has shared with her readers with Bruno and Callie's story. This story reached the far corners of my heart and all the way to my soul. Absolutely beautiful!
*Gifted copy provided by the author in exchange for an honest review*
March 12, 2016
I really enjoyed this story. Bruno had my heart flipping through the whole story. From reading the blurb, I had no idea what the story was going to actually be about. Had I known, I might not have purchased it and I would have missed out on a wonderful love story. No cheating or love triangles, just a romance to envy.
not-interested-anymore
July 19, 2018.
kapak şey gibi değil mi:
"görüyon mu bak, bak nası seksiyim aha vallahi düzüyorum hatunu"
"vatana millete hayırlı uğurlu olsun geliyorum"
"hepinizi çükümle selamlıyorum"
"açın gızlar arayı salıyom gobrayı"
"40 yapar ve çükümün 40. yılı kutlu olsun"
"açeydim kollarımı gel diyeydim"
vesaire asdfasdfasd
kapak şey gibi değil mi:
"görüyon mu bak, bak nası seksiyim aha vallahi düzüyorum hatunu"
"vatana millete hayırlı uğurlu olsun geliyorum"
"hepinizi çükümle selamlıyorum"
"açın gızlar arayı salıyom gobrayı"
"40 yapar ve çükümün 40. yılı kutlu olsun"
"açeydim kollarımı gel diyeydim"
vesaire asdfasdfasd
March 3, 2021
4⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Style: Contemporary Romance
Story: 4/5
Enjoyment: 3/5
Dark Level: 0/5
Sexual Level: GOOD
Triggers: Yes
Violence: No
Male: Mysterious & Kind
Series: No
Pages: 354
Audio: GuyV:Good & GirlV:Good
Kindle Unlimited: No
STORY:
I will start out by saying, not going to lie, the blurb seemed a bit misleading. I will dissect this book a little differently.
Callie’s storyline 5/5
Callie’s story hit home and mentally and emotionally stirs a lot in me. I question finishing, not because it was bad, but wondering if I could get through it. I am glad I could. I am sure it will affect others in their own way. Following Callie’s story was detailed and amazingly told. I admire what Bruno did for her and love their story together through their journey.
Bruno’s Storyline 2/5
It was noted in the blurb that he was a cut-throat businessman and ruthless criminal, mmmmm, I disagree. Even though who Bruno is was made to be mysterious, that was ok, but it was misleading.
CHEMISTRY:
Sexual chemistry 2/5
I was a little disappointed. I honestly thought I was getting an erotica story with the blurb and the cover. Their emotional chemistry was amazing, but physically, it was ok (not to take away from Callie’s story or the message).
SECONDARY CHARACTERS
I love the secondary characters. I know this is a standalone book but would have loved to see this as a series with Bruno’s sister and Callie’s best friend finding their ever after. Bruno’s family was lovable. I enjoyed them.
Overall, very strong storyline, I love it and even walked away with a life lesson of messages or two from it. I was a little disappointed with other areas, however, the powerful storyline was good.
***I don’t equate these stories to real life. It’s about personal taste and what you would or want to tolerate with the books you read. I know we all have different opinions and preferences with what we read and hope this review was helpful.
Style: Contemporary Romance
Story: 4/5
Enjoyment: 3/5
Dark Level: 0/5
Sexual Level: GOOD
Triggers: Yes
Violence: No
Male: Mysterious & Kind
Series: No
Pages: 354
Audio: GuyV:Good & GirlV:Good
Kindle Unlimited: No
STORY:
I will start out by saying, not going to lie, the blurb seemed a bit misleading. I will dissect this book a little differently.
Callie’s storyline 5/5
Callie’s story hit home and mentally and emotionally stirs a lot in me. I question finishing, not because it was bad, but wondering if I could get through it. I am glad I could. I am sure it will affect others in their own way. Following Callie’s story was detailed and amazingly told. I admire what Bruno did for her and love their story together through their journey.
Bruno’s Storyline 2/5
It was noted in the blurb that he was a cut-throat businessman and ruthless criminal, mmmmm, I disagree. Even though who Bruno is was made to be mysterious, that was ok, but it was misleading.
CHEMISTRY:
Sexual chemistry 2/5
I was a little disappointed. I honestly thought I was getting an erotica story with the blurb and the cover. Their emotional chemistry was amazing, but physically, it was ok (not to take away from Callie’s story or the message).
SECONDARY CHARACTERS
I love the secondary characters. I know this is a standalone book but would have loved to see this as a series with Bruno’s sister and Callie’s best friend finding their ever after. Bruno’s family was lovable. I enjoyed them.
Overall, very strong storyline, I love it and even walked away with a life lesson of messages or two from it. I was a little disappointed with other areas, however, the powerful storyline was good.
***I don’t equate these stories to real life. It’s about personal taste and what you would or want to tolerate with the books you read. I know we all have different opinions and preferences with what we read and hope this review was helpful.
February 1, 2016
This is honestly one of the hardest books I have ever had to write up because I loved it that much. I want to tell you everything I loved even if it spoiled the story for everyone. But I won't, because I hate people who do that.
This book, knowing it was written by Chelle Bliss, was a no-brainier to review for me. I saw her name and signed up, didn't even read the description. So when I started reading, I was a little taken aback by the fact that it was so different from her other books—but in an awesome way.
I honestly fell in love with the characters and the story from the first chapter. And for me, having a book pull me in that quickly is a feat unto itself. It also left me with a HUGE hangover, but one I would suffer time and time again.
This is the part of the review where I typically list everything I loved or hated about a book, but as I said before if I did that, I would give it all away.
If you need more motivation to buy, Chelle, as always, is out of milk and needs to buy more. ~ Devlynn, 5 stars
~~~
Frustrating. Beautiful. Chaotic. Insane. Loving.
I’m not going to lie, there was a moment when my stomach dropped and I wasn’t sure I was going to make it through this book. My heart was breaking in two and I just couldn’t do it anymore. So I slowly put down my Kindle and walked away. I walked away because I needed a break. The words were so clear and concise, I became the fly on the wall watching and rolling through Callie and Bruno’s life with them. And, I just needed a break. I emailed my friend and asked should I just stop now before my heart was so broken I couldn’t put it back together again and she politely told me to trudge on through. It was worth all the tears and heartache.
Chelle, your words are beautiful poetry. The love that Bruno has for Callie is what love dreams are made of. So, thank you for sharing them with us.
“When going into battle, it’s good to have an ally who scares the sh!t out of everyone.”
—TRUTH! Oh my goodness, this actually made me laugh. Often I find myself wondering who would be willing to stand up for me if I can’t. Then I pick that person and tell them to be my bodyguard, so this hits home on so many levels.
“The appreciation for the light can never come without the darkness.”
—If you’ve never experienced darkness in your life, you never appreciate the light. YESSSSS!!! I love this hard. So hard, I could squeeze you! I will be adding this to my list of favorites!
Enshrine took me on a wild ride. A ride filled with love, tears, amazing truths and so much more. At the end I felt a need to live life, ask less questions, to just be me. My heart broke, fluttered and soared through this book. I don’t know that it will ever be easy to talk about or explain, except to say JUST READ IT!!! <3 ~ Heather, 5 Beautiful stars
This book, knowing it was written by Chelle Bliss, was a no-brainier to review for me. I saw her name and signed up, didn't even read the description. So when I started reading, I was a little taken aback by the fact that it was so different from her other books—but in an awesome way.
I honestly fell in love with the characters and the story from the first chapter. And for me, having a book pull me in that quickly is a feat unto itself. It also left me with a HUGE hangover, but one I would suffer time and time again.
This is the part of the review where I typically list everything I loved or hated about a book, but as I said before if I did that, I would give it all away.
If you need more motivation to buy, Chelle, as always, is out of milk and needs to buy more. ~ Devlynn, 5 stars
~~~
Frustrating. Beautiful. Chaotic. Insane. Loving.
I’m not going to lie, there was a moment when my stomach dropped and I wasn’t sure I was going to make it through this book. My heart was breaking in two and I just couldn’t do it anymore. So I slowly put down my Kindle and walked away. I walked away because I needed a break. The words were so clear and concise, I became the fly on the wall watching and rolling through Callie and Bruno’s life with them. And, I just needed a break. I emailed my friend and asked should I just stop now before my heart was so broken I couldn’t put it back together again and she politely told me to trudge on through. It was worth all the tears and heartache.
Chelle, your words are beautiful poetry. The love that Bruno has for Callie is what love dreams are made of. So, thank you for sharing them with us.
“When going into battle, it’s good to have an ally who scares the sh!t out of everyone.”
—TRUTH! Oh my goodness, this actually made me laugh. Often I find myself wondering who would be willing to stand up for me if I can’t. Then I pick that person and tell them to be my bodyguard, so this hits home on so many levels.
“The appreciation for the light can never come without the darkness.”
—If you’ve never experienced darkness in your life, you never appreciate the light. YESSSSS!!! I love this hard. So hard, I could squeeze you! I will be adding this to my list of favorites!
Enshrine took me on a wild ride. A ride filled with love, tears, amazing truths and so much more. At the end I felt a need to live life, ask less questions, to just be me. My heart broke, fluttered and soared through this book. I don’t know that it will ever be easy to talk about or explain, except to say JUST READ IT!!! <3 ~ Heather, 5 Beautiful stars
February 23, 2017
I was excited to read this one, but the heroine was so whiny. And I could not understand why the hero wanted anything to do with the heroine. The hero's fiancee died. I am thinking he was just lonely??? I have no idea. I just could not deal with this heroine. When she first described her lifestyle of buying whatever she wanted and having this amazing job that paid so well and then she finds out she has cancer...it just sounded like she was upset her "rich" lifestyle was going to change. W-H-I-N-Y!!!
I could not connect. You may love this story and find it very sad, but I did not feel any of that. I have read many stories with heroines who have dealt with cancer, but I don't think I have disliked any heroine who has had to deal with such a heartbreaking illness as much as I disliked this one.
You may love this and disagree with my opinion the story. Reading is subjective. I am not telling you not to read it.
I could not connect. You may love this story and find it very sad, but I did not feel any of that. I have read many stories with heroines who have dealt with cancer, but I don't think I have disliked any heroine who has had to deal with such a heartbreaking illness as much as I disliked this one.
You may love this and disagree with my opinion the story. Reading is subjective. I am not telling you not to read it.
January 14, 2016
Enshrine cements the fact that Chelle Bliss was born to be a storyteller. This book had me smiling, crying, sobbing, cheering and believing that love conquers all. A rollercoaster of emotions that had me holding my breath with every page i turned, and rooting for the characters to overcome everything thrown at them. Chelle Bliss sits firmly on my must read author list and this book confirms that she will be there for a very long time to come.
February 3, 2016
3.5 Stars
October 6, 2019
Chelle Bliss is a definite click author for me. I love her books and this one met all my expectations. Quite raw at times as Callie was going through Chemo and as a nurse I know that it’s not pretty. The hero Bruno was just gorgeous and if I was having medical treatment he’d be the one I’d love looking after me as he cooks, something my man never does lol.
I absolutely love the cover!
I absolutely love the cover!
January 27, 2016
When I started reading Enshrine, I realized that it was not the typical sexy and suspenseful, and hot and hilarious book I’m used to from Chelle Bliss. No. Enshrine is nothing like Chelle has written before. Nearly immediately, I knew this book was bigger. Deeper. Thought-provoking.
At twenty percent in, I still could not decide how I felt about the story. Then, at a quarter into the book…boom! It clicked. Enshrine went from just words on the pages to tugs of my heart. I was no longer just reading but feeling. A storm of sensations formed from story-to-soul, cascading from the pages to my heart, pulling me in and never letting go until the very end.
Beautiful, blonde, and brilliant, Callie Gentile has a great job, good friends, and a killer wardrobe. Perfect and polished. She has always been self-sufficient.
“I’m self-made and completely independent. No one tells me what to do.”
Then her life changes in an instant. Forever.
Hope hangs by a thread.
Dreams dangle like leaves on a tree in autumn.
Darkness snuffs out light.
Until Bruno, an acquaintance, waltzes into her life and becomes more. He demands and commands more.
“I’m not yours.”
“You are.”
Acquaintances to borderline friends, Callie has always found Bruno attractive and alluring in that dangerous way. Big. Bold. Badass.
“The very thought of the man has made my body tingle for years. Maybe it’s the way he looks at me or maybe it’s the size of his body---he does something to me.”
Portrayed as 'The Butcher, or a beast, Bruno is known as a monster. The kind who lurks in the shadows who everyone fears.
I shivered.
“He’d give the Hulk a run for his money being tall, thick, and covered with muscle. There’s darkness to him…easy to spot a mile away.”
Bruno is the ultimate alpha. Gorgeous. Muscular. Fierce. Panty-melting hot.
“Holy mother of all that is sacred. Bruno’s hung like a goddamn horse. Wait, no, like a stallion.”
“When you come, it’ll be on my cock.”
I swooned.
Bruno is not only gorgeous but gallant. Feared. Protective. Loyal. A real life super hero who brings light to her darkened world. In a short while, Bruno becomes her everything. No longer me but we.
“I want this man. I’ve come to need him. I can’t deny it anymore.”
Secrets and sadness threaten to snuff out the light with darkness. The power of love will be tested, its strength vital to Cassie and Bruno's survival.
“I want to believe his words. More than anything in the world, I want to believe but I can’t. I’m not there yet. I can’t see through the darkness.”
Beautiful, brilliant, and bigger than life, Enshrine is Chelle Bliss’ best book yet. This sensational and sensory-wielding story is full of feels. Poignant. Powerful. Deep. Devotional. Your heart will bend---maybe break---and it will slowly be pieced back together.
While becoming Enshrined, I could not help but reflect on my life. What and who matter. Family. Friends. Health. Happiness. An unforgettable and emotional love story, Enshrine makes you want to grab life by the balls, take risks, open your heart to love, and live life to the fullest.
Five beautiful, brilliant, and big stars
At twenty percent in, I still could not decide how I felt about the story. Then, at a quarter into the book…boom! It clicked. Enshrine went from just words on the pages to tugs of my heart. I was no longer just reading but feeling. A storm of sensations formed from story-to-soul, cascading from the pages to my heart, pulling me in and never letting go until the very end.
Beautiful, blonde, and brilliant, Callie Gentile has a great job, good friends, and a killer wardrobe. Perfect and polished. She has always been self-sufficient.
“I’m self-made and completely independent. No one tells me what to do.”
Then her life changes in an instant. Forever.
Hope hangs by a thread.
Dreams dangle like leaves on a tree in autumn.
Darkness snuffs out light.
Until Bruno, an acquaintance, waltzes into her life and becomes more. He demands and commands more.
“I’m not yours.”
“You are.”
Acquaintances to borderline friends, Callie has always found Bruno attractive and alluring in that dangerous way. Big. Bold. Badass.
“The very thought of the man has made my body tingle for years. Maybe it’s the way he looks at me or maybe it’s the size of his body---he does something to me.”
Portrayed as 'The Butcher, or a beast, Bruno is known as a monster. The kind who lurks in the shadows who everyone fears.
I shivered.
“He’d give the Hulk a run for his money being tall, thick, and covered with muscle. There’s darkness to him…easy to spot a mile away.”
Bruno is the ultimate alpha. Gorgeous. Muscular. Fierce. Panty-melting hot.
“Holy mother of all that is sacred. Bruno’s hung like a goddamn horse. Wait, no, like a stallion.”
“When you come, it’ll be on my cock.”
I swooned.
Bruno is not only gorgeous but gallant. Feared. Protective. Loyal. A real life super hero who brings light to her darkened world. In a short while, Bruno becomes her everything. No longer me but we.
“I want this man. I’ve come to need him. I can’t deny it anymore.”
Secrets and sadness threaten to snuff out the light with darkness. The power of love will be tested, its strength vital to Cassie and Bruno's survival.
“I want to believe his words. More than anything in the world, I want to believe but I can’t. I’m not there yet. I can’t see through the darkness.”
Beautiful, brilliant, and bigger than life, Enshrine is Chelle Bliss’ best book yet. This sensational and sensory-wielding story is full of feels. Poignant. Powerful. Deep. Devotional. Your heart will bend---maybe break---and it will slowly be pieced back together.
While becoming Enshrined, I could not help but reflect on my life. What and who matter. Family. Friends. Health. Happiness. An unforgettable and emotional love story, Enshrine makes you want to grab life by the balls, take risks, open your heart to love, and live life to the fullest.
Five beautiful, brilliant, and big stars
January 25, 2016
* My First 5 Star Read of 2016 *
Having only read Chelle's ALFA PI series and knowing this was a complete standalone different from any of her other books, I didn't quite know what to suspect before starting.
I will admit, a few times I pulled up the book on my Kindle, opened it to the first page, looked then clicked off and read something else. I don't know why, maybe those times I just wasn't ready to read it. Does that make sense? Most of those times, it was the middle of night and to be honest, I wasn't paying much attention to what I was reading. Deep down, I think i knew i needed to give this book 100% of my attention.
Roll on to Sunday before release, chilling in the sun, kids playing in the garden, glass of Sav in my hand with the bottle chilling besides me - perfect right? Well what could be a good addition to this scenario then an awesome book. Scrolling through my ARCs and I don't know why but Enshrine just leaped out at me so in a went.
Now this book deserves people to gush about it, and in depth review on how this impacted them as a reader, as a human. Yet there is nothing I can say without giving away spoilers, which will suck, because this book is everything.
I laughed, I swooned, I got angry, I giggled, I blushed, I cried, I sobbed, I gasped - I literally went through every single emotion you could experience in a life time, in just 3 hours whilst reading this book.
The 'secret' of Bruno, had me turning the pages as he was such an enigma, I just had to find out who was Bruno? The one thing I can tell you about him though - he is perfect!!
Callie - well there was a few times I wanted to reach into the book and slap her around a few times and just be like stop the pity party and see whats in front of you kinda thing. But the further along in the book we got, the more my heart started aching for her.
Every single secondary character, I connected with. Lee, Becca, Bruno's family. All of them.
If you're thinking about reading this book, don't think, just do. You will not regret picking it up - just make sure you got wine and tissues.
It's only January but there isn't a shadow of doubt that this book will easily be making my top 10 books of 2016.
Bravo Ms Bliss, Bravo!
Having only read Chelle's ALFA PI series and knowing this was a complete standalone different from any of her other books, I didn't quite know what to suspect before starting.
I will admit, a few times I pulled up the book on my Kindle, opened it to the first page, looked then clicked off and read something else. I don't know why, maybe those times I just wasn't ready to read it. Does that make sense? Most of those times, it was the middle of night and to be honest, I wasn't paying much attention to what I was reading. Deep down, I think i knew i needed to give this book 100% of my attention.
Roll on to Sunday before release, chilling in the sun, kids playing in the garden, glass of Sav in my hand with the bottle chilling besides me - perfect right? Well what could be a good addition to this scenario then an awesome book. Scrolling through my ARCs and I don't know why but Enshrine just leaped out at me so in a went.
Now this book deserves people to gush about it, and in depth review on how this impacted them as a reader, as a human. Yet there is nothing I can say without giving away spoilers, which will suck, because this book is everything.
I laughed, I swooned, I got angry, I giggled, I blushed, I cried, I sobbed, I gasped - I literally went through every single emotion you could experience in a life time, in just 3 hours whilst reading this book.
The 'secret' of Bruno, had me turning the pages as he was such an enigma, I just had to find out who was Bruno? The one thing I can tell you about him though - he is perfect!!
Callie - well there was a few times I wanted to reach into the book and slap her around a few times and just be like stop the pity party and see whats in front of you kinda thing. But the further along in the book we got, the more my heart started aching for her.
Every single secondary character, I connected with. Lee, Becca, Bruno's family. All of them.
If you're thinking about reading this book, don't think, just do. You will not regret picking it up - just make sure you got wine and tissues.
It's only January but there isn't a shadow of doubt that this book will easily be making my top 10 books of 2016.
Bravo Ms Bliss, Bravo!
January 24, 2016
5 We Stars
How odd. Suddenly, I'm part of a we and no longer just me.
Pure romance.
I could end my review right there and I would have said it all. Ms Bliss has written an emotional, romantic tale that will be your next book hangover. One that will last a while.
Callie is blindsided. Her life takes a turn she never expected. Never wanted.
Everyone thinks they'll handle shit with grace, but in reality, our fears start to suffocate us. I'm no different-my fears are many and real.
Bruno "The Butcher" has a reputation. But Callie is his weakness. When she needs him, he is there. He cares for her. Body and soul.
I think that without the struggles in life, we wouldn't savor the beautiful things. Nothing would be as sweet if it weren't for the bad.
I can't tell you too much of the story line. Almost anything I could say would be a spoiler and I don't do spoilers. So just let me tell you....the feels. Oh the feels in this one.
Paralyzed.
Frozen.
I feel that way most days now, and today is like every other. Like time moves along and I'm just an observer, not taking part in any way-just sitting, watching the world move by, and I can't touch it.
Enshrine is a beautiful story of overcoming the troubles of life. Of searching to find the good in your own life when the bad is so easy to see. So hard to see past. A story of giving people a first chance and a second if they need it. And believing that actions do speak louder than words. Or rumors.
I loved loved loved this one. There is enough sexy and tons of romance. Pure hope and romance.
How odd. Suddenly, I'm part of a we and no longer just me.
Pure romance.
I could end my review right there and I would have said it all. Ms Bliss has written an emotional, romantic tale that will be your next book hangover. One that will last a while.
Callie is blindsided. Her life takes a turn she never expected. Never wanted.
Everyone thinks they'll handle shit with grace, but in reality, our fears start to suffocate us. I'm no different-my fears are many and real.
Bruno "The Butcher" has a reputation. But Callie is his weakness. When she needs him, he is there. He cares for her. Body and soul.
I think that without the struggles in life, we wouldn't savor the beautiful things. Nothing would be as sweet if it weren't for the bad.
I can't tell you too much of the story line. Almost anything I could say would be a spoiler and I don't do spoilers. So just let me tell you....the feels. Oh the feels in this one.
Paralyzed.
Frozen.
I feel that way most days now, and today is like every other. Like time moves along and I'm just an observer, not taking part in any way-just sitting, watching the world move by, and I can't touch it.
Enshrine is a beautiful story of overcoming the troubles of life. Of searching to find the good in your own life when the bad is so easy to see. So hard to see past. A story of giving people a first chance and a second if they need it. And believing that actions do speak louder than words. Or rumors.
I loved loved loved this one. There is enough sexy and tons of romance. Pure hope and romance.
January 18, 2016
There are so many definitions for Enshrine
1. to enclose in or as if in a shrine
2. to preserve or cherish as sacred
3. to remember and protect
The second one is the one I like best as I feel this describes the story and how I felt after reading it.
I cherished everything from the first words to the last. When I first started reading it I was hooked and it took everything I had to remember that I had to put it down to deal with my real world when all I wanted to do was crawl back in and immerse myself into Bruno and Callie's world.
This is a different type of story for Chelle with the tough subject she had to write but I commend her for her mad writing skills, her imagination, and her attention to detail for all things in this story.
I want to say so much but alas I don't want to ruin what you are about to read. You will experience all emotions imaginable. I just loved this beautiful love story.
"Darkness showed me the light. Bruno is the sun that scatters the rays in my world, driving away the dark and shining the beautiful light on my life. Standing among the three of them, I know for that I'm the luckiest girl in the world"
1. to enclose in or as if in a shrine
2. to preserve or cherish as sacred
3. to remember and protect
The second one is the one I like best as I feel this describes the story and how I felt after reading it.
I cherished everything from the first words to the last. When I first started reading it I was hooked and it took everything I had to remember that I had to put it down to deal with my real world when all I wanted to do was crawl back in and immerse myself into Bruno and Callie's world.
This is a different type of story for Chelle with the tough subject she had to write but I commend her for her mad writing skills, her imagination, and her attention to detail for all things in this story.
I want to say so much but alas I don't want to ruin what you are about to read. You will experience all emotions imaginable. I just loved this beautiful love story.
"Darkness showed me the light. Bruno is the sun that scatters the rays in my world, driving away the dark and shining the beautiful light on my life. Standing among the three of them, I know for that I'm the luckiest girl in the world"
February 1, 2016
I recieved an ARC in exchange for an honest review.
I need more stars! 5 are just not enough for this beautiful, heartbreaking, heartwarming story.
This one gave me all of the feels. I laughed, I cried, and I fell head over heals in love.
From the very beginning Bruno had me hooked. I loved his devotion and could see the love and he held for Callie.
Callie is a woman used to doing things alone and doesn't take it well when it seems she will need some help. So when Bruno shows up and won't leave it doesn't go smoothly at first. The banter between these two was refreshing in the middle of the serious.
While this story deals with some hard issues, it is done with poise and truthfulness.
I absolutely loved this story! Enshrine is a definite MUST READ!!!!
I need more stars! 5 are just not enough for this beautiful, heartbreaking, heartwarming story.
This one gave me all of the feels. I laughed, I cried, and I fell head over heals in love.
From the very beginning Bruno had me hooked. I loved his devotion and could see the love and he held for Callie.
Callie is a woman used to doing things alone and doesn't take it well when it seems she will need some help. So when Bruno shows up and won't leave it doesn't go smoothly at first. The banter between these two was refreshing in the middle of the serious.
While this story deals with some hard issues, it is done with poise and truthfulness.
I absolutely loved this story! Enshrine is a definite MUST READ!!!!
January 7, 2016
Chelle Bliss did a fantastic job! This story kept me on my toes, needing to know the secrets the main character was holding. Along the way I fell in love with Callie, seeing her struggling to keep herself in check, but then realizing there is so much more to this wonderful world than materialistic things.
Bruno and Callie share an epic love, one that battles with every cell in their bodies, (literally!) don't miss out on this amazing read!
Bruno and Callie share an epic love, one that battles with every cell in their bodies, (literally!) don't miss out on this amazing read!
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