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The Power of Salvation
A high-powered, hot-tempered CEO with visible scars meets an Emergency Room doctor shielding her own invisible pain.Haunted by their tragic pasts, Luke and Ariana want nothing to do with love.Absolutely nothing.They’ve vowed never to let someone into their secluded worlds because of inner battles they've yet to overcome.But the city of Chicago keeps pushing them together to ignite an intensity that's addicting. They want to stay away yet can't keep their hands off one another.That is … until the darkness of their pasts explode in their faces. Will it douse their flame? Are they meant to be alone forever?***The Power of Salvation is a full-length contemporary romance slowburn standalone. HEA. No cheating. Author's For CW, please check author's website.
342 pages, Kindle Edition
Published August 19, 2017
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Caterina Passarelli
8 books61 followersI'm an indie author who is also a huge bookworm. I write in several sub-genres: contemporary romance and romantic comedy ... all spicy with plots.
My heroines do not need to be saved & won't settle for less. When they fall in love, they fall in love hard.
Outside of writing, I am a rescue dog mom who is obsessed with fitness, shoes, personal development and running online businesses.
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My heroines do not need to be saved & won't settle for less. When they fall in love, they fall in love hard.
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December 4, 2018
3.5/5
Mon avis en Français
My English review
I was really curious to discover this novel by Caterina Passarelli and I must say that I was very intrigued by the themes.
Ariana and Luke both have diametrically opposed lives and yet fate brings them together very often. If there is an attraction between them, because of their past, they don’t want romantic relationships. We will have the opportunity to learn more about Luke with the chapters of his childhood scattered throughout the novel. It shows us the abuse he suffered when he was younger. As for Ariana, we can only assume what happened to her by her reactions before she revealed it later. They are two broken characters who will meet, but can they really surpass all that to be together?
I really appreciated Ariana, to see how she managed to put things aside to progress, evolve and especially to open up to others. Yet I had more trouble with Luke. I understand that he is marked by all that he has suffered, but I found him quite cold and I had a little trouble accepting that Ariana needs to accept his mood changes. He is sometimes very attentive and a moment later, he does not want her anymore. I was really sad for her.
Other than that, I had a good time with the story. She discusses strong themes and Ariana is very touching. I would have liked to appreciate Luke more.
Mon avis en Français
My English review
I was really curious to discover this novel by Caterina Passarelli and I must say that I was very intrigued by the themes.
Ariana and Luke both have diametrically opposed lives and yet fate brings them together very often. If there is an attraction between them, because of their past, they don’t want romantic relationships. We will have the opportunity to learn more about Luke with the chapters of his childhood scattered throughout the novel. It shows us the abuse he suffered when he was younger. As for Ariana, we can only assume what happened to her by her reactions before she revealed it later. They are two broken characters who will meet, but can they really surpass all that to be together?
I really appreciated Ariana, to see how she managed to put things aside to progress, evolve and especially to open up to others. Yet I had more trouble with Luke. I understand that he is marked by all that he has suffered, but I found him quite cold and I had a little trouble accepting that Ariana needs to accept his mood changes. He is sometimes very attentive and a moment later, he does not want her anymore. I was really sad for her.
Other than that, I had a good time with the story. She discusses strong themes and Ariana is very touching. I would have liked to appreciate Luke more.
July 30, 2021
This was an OK read there’s not really much to say about it it’s kind of short.
Pros: it had a cute romance
Had some adorable moments
Cons: Read very much like a wattpad book
The characters each made kind of dumb decisions that resulted in fights that could’ve been avoided
Kind of got repetitive
I couldn’t really connect to any of the characters a lot like I have other books
Overall this was an OK read good for someone who wants a short kind of fast pace romance
Pros: it had a cute romance
Had some adorable moments
Cons: Read very much like a wattpad book
The characters each made kind of dumb decisions that resulted in fights that could’ve been avoided
Kind of got repetitive
I couldn’t really connect to any of the characters a lot like I have other books
Overall this was an OK read good for someone who wants a short kind of fast pace romance
November 29, 2018
Oh how I had hoped I would love this book.
The premise was good, but the book ended up being just ok.
I feel like the author was trying too hard to follow the “recipe” most of these books are written after: a broken hero/heroine, some kind of childhood trauma, a firecracker best friend, a troubled relationship with the parents, some emotional angst and a couple of breakups between the main characters before they get their HEA.
All of this was, no surprise there, in the book.
Don’t get me wrong, I usually go for just that, but the execution of the book was just not that great. A little too rushed, a little too much stuff jam packed in there.
Overall an ok read, but it definitely had the potential to be so much more.
The premise was good, but the book ended up being just ok.
I feel like the author was trying too hard to follow the “recipe” most of these books are written after: a broken hero/heroine, some kind of childhood trauma, a firecracker best friend, a troubled relationship with the parents, some emotional angst and a couple of breakups between the main characters before they get their HEA.
All of this was, no surprise there, in the book.
Don’t get me wrong, I usually go for just that, but the execution of the book was just not that great. A little too rushed, a little too much stuff jam packed in there.
Overall an ok read, but it definitely had the potential to be so much more.
September 4, 2018
Okay
This could have been so much better. The premise was good but the execution fell short. I am not a fan of this writing style- more of a telling than showing. Skipped a lot of the book. Recommend you do too.
This could have been so much better. The premise was good but the execution fell short. I am not a fan of this writing style- more of a telling than showing. Skipped a lot of the book. Recommend you do too.
February 2, 2020
Storyline Dragged.
I liked the description of this story, two damaged and lost souls finding each other but honestly I just couldn’t get into it. Caterina is a first time author for me and from the positive reviews I was hoping this would be a great story but it just wasn’t. Ariana an emergency doctor and former abuse victim meets Luke also a former abuse victim and they attempt a relationship. The story made little progress and was very repetitive. They had the predictable ups and downs, don’t communicate, break up then get back together and get their happily ever after. Sorry but too slow for me.
I liked the description of this story, two damaged and lost souls finding each other but honestly I just couldn’t get into it. Caterina is a first time author for me and from the positive reviews I was hoping this would be a great story but it just wasn’t. Ariana an emergency doctor and former abuse victim meets Luke also a former abuse victim and they attempt a relationship. The story made little progress and was very repetitive. They had the predictable ups and downs, don’t communicate, break up then get back together and get their happily ever after. Sorry but too slow for me.
November 10, 2021
Intense love story
I started this story and could not put it down. I’m not going to lie this book is not hearts and rainbows. There were many times I was upset at Ariana, I felt like Luke treated her like crap. I understand he had major life issues and he had a horrible childhood, but sometimes he was just cold. But Ariana felt she needed him to be her best self so she waited and she hurt a lot but in the end she got her family, and happy ending and so did Luke. Something they both needed. There was hot kisses and steamy moments, nothing crazy but definitely described. It was a good love story. It just was a emotional read.
I started this story and could not put it down. I’m not going to lie this book is not hearts and rainbows. There were many times I was upset at Ariana, I felt like Luke treated her like crap. I understand he had major life issues and he had a horrible childhood, but sometimes he was just cold. But Ariana felt she needed him to be her best self so she waited and she hurt a lot but in the end she got her family, and happy ending and so did Luke. Something they both needed. There was hot kisses and steamy moments, nothing crazy but definitely described. It was a good love story. It just was a emotional read.
September 17, 2021
wow
Wet emotional. Lots of ups and downs. I went through them as well on how I felt about the characters. The book has similar 50 shades vibes. With the ceo who has an abusive past and was an orphan. Then also has bombshell women working I. His office that look completely opposite to his love interest. I liked Ariana then she annoyed me. Yes Luke had his moments. But she was very wishy washy sometimes that got old. I liked the story about how they both rescued each other and Oscar. So cute.
Wet emotional. Lots of ups and downs. I went through them as well on how I felt about the characters. The book has similar 50 shades vibes. With the ceo who has an abusive past and was an orphan. Then also has bombshell women working I. His office that look completely opposite to his love interest. I liked Ariana then she annoyed me. Yes Luke had his moments. But she was very wishy washy sometimes that got old. I liked the story about how they both rescued each other and Oscar. So cute.
January 29, 2019
Excellent!
The Power of Salvation is an emotional story about two broken people that heal each other. Luke and Ariana have similar pasts of neglect and violence. They try to fight off each other by keeping the walls in place, but the more time they spend together, the more the walls come down. The story is so well written, and describes the pain and healing each character went through. I loved it and I hope to read more about them in the future!
The Power of Salvation is an emotional story about two broken people that heal each other. Luke and Ariana have similar pasts of neglect and violence. They try to fight off each other by keeping the walls in place, but the more time they spend together, the more the walls come down. The story is so well written, and describes the pain and healing each character went through. I loved it and I hope to read more about them in the future!
January 2, 2019
Loved it!
This book is great but it's also deep. The characters are dealing with their own version of abuse. It's intense watching them walk through the emotions and coming out stronger in the end. It was fantastically written and I really hope she'll write a follow up to this story for the other characters. Totally worth the read!
This book is great but it's also deep. The characters are dealing with their own version of abuse. It's intense watching them walk through the emotions and coming out stronger in the end. It was fantastically written and I really hope she'll write a follow up to this story for the other characters. Totally worth the read!
June 21, 2022
Honestly I loved this book. I couldn’t put it down. There was alot of emotions I would be mad one min at them then the next I was cheering them on or swooning over them. But overall I loved that for having a terrible childhood they got their HEA. I’m a sucker for that. Great read in my opinion. Plus I love all Caterina’s books!
January 12, 2021
Good but not great
While the storyline was a good thought I’m not sure it was executed well. The story seemed to jump around from topic to topic and was sometimes hard to keep up. Over all I did like Luke and Ariana’s story and the author’s writing.
While the storyline was a good thought I’m not sure it was executed well. The story seemed to jump around from topic to topic and was sometimes hard to keep up. Over all I did like Luke and Ariana’s story and the author’s writing.
June 27, 2021
DNF. this book makes no sense. There's no romance, just skips immediately to sex. Childhood traumas are discussed but never treated with the care they deserve. I gave up a third of of way in because the dialogue was ridiculous.
August 3, 2018
Great story
This book was great with good in depth characters that I love. Really enjoy the fact that it shows relationships are all about helping each other
This book was great with good in depth characters that I love. Really enjoy the fact that it shows relationships are all about helping each other
March 4, 2020
Loved this book and story
May 5, 2020
Billionaire romance
Ariana meets the man of her dreams but their relationship will take a lot of work. Both have been through some traumatizing events in their lives.
Ariana meets the man of her dreams but their relationship will take a lot of work. Both have been through some traumatizing events in their lives.
January 1, 2021
Couldn’t put it down! Luke & Ariana had a lot to work through from the beginning but I was happy to see their happily ever after. Their story is both intense & heartwarming.
July 11, 2021
Amazing read
Fantastic book could read over and over love the character building and development absolute sucker for a HEA 100% recommend reading
Fantastic book could read over and over love the character building and development absolute sucker for a HEA 100% recommend reading
September 14, 2021
I felt like I was reading a wattpad story found it a bit boring I didn’t really understand the plot
January 30, 2022
this was genuinely amazing and the ending was my favorite. a little basic but still good!
June 22, 2021
3 ⭐️
Just was not very "wow" or anything different from what I have read before 🤷🏻♀️ Good but not special
Just was not very "wow" or anything different from what I have read before 🤷🏻♀️ Good but not special
February 1, 2017
MUST READ!
I chose to read this book not just because I know the author but because I loved the story behind it. It's heartbreaking and intriguing and thought provoking all at the same time. It's also about a topic not many people like to talk about but the reality is you'd never know the person next to you who looks so normal is an abuse victim. You don't realize the nurse who lives to take care of people is someone who gets slapped around or sexually abused. It's the people you least expect. Then behind that harsh topic you have a love story about two people getting passed their intense scars and hurtful past by opening up enough to find that they can heal each other wounds! It's a must read for anyone...
I chose to read this book not just because I know the author but because I loved the story behind it. It's heartbreaking and intriguing and thought provoking all at the same time. It's also about a topic not many people like to talk about but the reality is you'd never know the person next to you who looks so normal is an abuse victim. You don't realize the nurse who lives to take care of people is someone who gets slapped around or sexually abused. It's the people you least expect. Then behind that harsh topic you have a love story about two people getting passed their intense scars and hurtful past by opening up enough to find that they can heal each other wounds! It's a must read for anyone...
January 22, 2017
Amazing Read
Love the story, your heart hurts then it soars with happiness. Caterina chose a great topic to touch on and did an amazing job! And yes, the sexy parts were HOT. Great book, must read!
Love the story, your heart hurts then it soars with happiness. Caterina chose a great topic to touch on and did an amazing job! And yes, the sexy parts were HOT. Great book, must read!
March 6, 2022
The book was beautifully written, it just was a bit basic. But there’s nothing wrong with that my any means! Every so often you need a easy to follow story to get you out of a reading slump, and that’s exactly what this book did for me.
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