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Inescapable
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Haunted by the ghosts of her past, Alex Bishop flees to London, but soon finds that she can’t outrun her demons.
Reclusive billionaire Tate Castle enters her life as it begins to spiral out of control, and the primal attraction that flares between them knocks her world off its axis. His proposition seems to be the answer to all of her problems, but her acceptance will change their lives irreparably.
Suspense, drama, and passion follow them from the capital to his idyllic Caribbean hideout, as they struggle to reconcile their mutual desire with the deep emotional scars they bear.
Alex is quickly dragged back into her worst nightmare, where she has to fight for what she desires, and her very survival.
They learn the hard way that you can run, but you can never hide. Destiny is inescapable, it will always find you.
Inescapable is a standalone erotic romance novel with suspense.
Warning - As a domestic violence survival story, this novel may contain triggers.
Haunted by the ghosts of her past, Alex Bishop flees to London, but soon finds that she can’t outrun her demons.
Reclusive billionaire Tate Castle enters her life as it begins to spiral out of control, and the primal attraction that flares between them knocks her world off its axis. His proposition seems to be the answer to all of her problems, but her acceptance will change their lives irreparably.
Suspense, drama, and passion follow them from the capital to his idyllic Caribbean hideout, as they struggle to reconcile their mutual desire with the deep emotional scars they bear.
Alex is quickly dragged back into her worst nightmare, where she has to fight for what she desires, and her very survival.
They learn the hard way that you can run, but you can never hide. Destiny is inescapable, it will always find you.
Inescapable is a standalone erotic romance novel with suspense.
Warning - As a domestic violence survival story, this novel may contain triggers.
202 pages, ebook
First published May 31, 2018
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C.J. Fallowfield
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CJ writes novels in two different genres under different pen names. She has a myriad of titles under her belt, and is proud to be both an independent, and traditionally published, author.
CJ lives in the beautiful English countryside with her significant other, her mum, and three much loved pets, Mr. Pumpkin, feline of mass destruction, Truffle, the troublesome tabby, and Waffle, the boisterous sproodle.
She likes to use many of her own life experiences and countries she’s visited in her novels, and it also helps that she’s a total clutz and walking disaster to draw on for her humour.
As C.J. Fallowfield, she writes sexy, sassy and emotive romance novels that will leave you hot under the collar one moment, have you crying with laughter the next, before she rips your heart out and then slowly rebuilds your faith in a happy ever after.
C.J. is an Amazon #1 UK and international bestselling author of contemporary humorous erotic romance novels and released her debut back in January 2014.
Charlotte Fallowfield
As Charlotte Fallowfield, she writes romantic comedy novels that are heartwarming and hilarious with strong female friendships and sweet romance.
Charlotte released Until We Collide, her debut romantic comedy novel, in February 2016. It became an Amazon UK, and international, #1 bestselling contemporary romance, romantic comedy, and humorous novel.
www.cjandcharlottefallowfield.co.uk
CJ writes novels in two different genres under different pen names. She has a myriad of titles under her belt, and is proud to be both an independent, and traditionally published, author.
CJ lives in the beautiful English countryside with her significant other, her mum, and three much loved pets, Mr. Pumpkin, feline of mass destruction, Truffle, the troublesome tabby, and Waffle, the boisterous sproodle.
She likes to use many of her own life experiences and countries she’s visited in her novels, and it also helps that she’s a total clutz and walking disaster to draw on for her humour.
As C.J. Fallowfield, she writes sexy, sassy and emotive romance novels that will leave you hot under the collar one moment, have you crying with laughter the next, before she rips your heart out and then slowly rebuilds your faith in a happy ever after.
C.J. is an Amazon #1 UK and international bestselling author of contemporary humorous erotic romance novels and released her debut back in January 2014.
Charlotte Fallowfield
As Charlotte Fallowfield, she writes romantic comedy novels that are heartwarming and hilarious with strong female friendships and sweet romance.
Charlotte released Until We Collide, her debut romantic comedy novel, in February 2016. It became an Amazon UK, and international, #1 bestselling contemporary romance, romantic comedy, and humorous novel.
www.cjandcharlottefallowfield.co.uk
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May 31, 2018
Favorite Quotes:
‘I eat danger for breakfast,’ he scoffed, then wilted under my “now’s not the time for your jokes” look. ‘Actually, I eat Coco Pops for breakfast. No, that’s a lie too. I don’t eat them, I leave them sitting in a big bowl of milk, until they unleash all of their chocolatey goodness into it. Then I strain the annoying cereal bits out and drink the delicious nectar.’
I’d even push Patrick Dempsey under a bus for him, and you know how bad I have it for him.
I’m not falling, I’ve already fallen, so hard I feel broken when you’re not in my field of vision.
My Review:
I always take great pleasure in witnessing the transformation of victim to survivor. I was somewhat apprehensive that this would be a dark read, and while it had some cringe-worthy and gasp-inducing moments of torment where I was actually holding my breath, it was not overly gruesome or lurid. The storyline was engaging, intriguing, emotive, and well-crafted. I adore C.J. Fallowfield and want all her words. As with all her work, I cherished her well-drawn characters and rooted for their progress. I also found a new phrase to add to my Brit Vocabulary list, of “ten to the dozen” which is an informal UK expression meaning very quickly.
‘I eat danger for breakfast,’ he scoffed, then wilted under my “now’s not the time for your jokes” look. ‘Actually, I eat Coco Pops for breakfast. No, that’s a lie too. I don’t eat them, I leave them sitting in a big bowl of milk, until they unleash all of their chocolatey goodness into it. Then I strain the annoying cereal bits out and drink the delicious nectar.’
I’d even push Patrick Dempsey under a bus for him, and you know how bad I have it for him.
I’m not falling, I’ve already fallen, so hard I feel broken when you’re not in my field of vision.
My Review:
I always take great pleasure in witnessing the transformation of victim to survivor. I was somewhat apprehensive that this would be a dark read, and while it had some cringe-worthy and gasp-inducing moments of torment where I was actually holding my breath, it was not overly gruesome or lurid. The storyline was engaging, intriguing, emotive, and well-crafted. I adore C.J. Fallowfield and want all her words. As with all her work, I cherished her well-drawn characters and rooted for their progress. I also found a new phrase to add to my Brit Vocabulary list, of “ten to the dozen” which is an informal UK expression meaning very quickly.
February 18, 2019
It’s been 20 months since I brought you a full length novel, and I can’t wait for you all to read Inescapable at the end of May. It’s a suspenseful erotic romance, that pushes at my boundaries of how dark I’m prepared to go with my writing. I’m hoping that you all feel the tension, as well as my usual heat and humour. Inspired by my own experiences of domestic abuse, albeit no where near the level that my heroine endured, some scenes were hard to write, and may be hard to read for anyone else who is a survivor. But I hope that the rest of the book makes up for those tough parts and that the payout is worth it. Looking forward to hearing what you thought - keep your eyes peeled in my reader group, and newsletter, for the exclusive sneak peek at the cover reveal and synopsis in April, before it’s shared with the general public on my Facebook page along with some weekly teasers. CJ x
February 23, 2019
3.75*
Firstly let me start by saying I really enjoyed this book.
In the interests of total honesty I did struggle early on. Now you could argue that the beginning is just the means to the end. It introduces the characters and gets the story where it needs to be.
And that’s true but the first meeting between Izzie and Richard had me cringing and it just didn’t sit right with me. But I am a picky, hard to please reader so it’s probably just me.
The rest of the book is fabulous. Although I would have preferred a little more at the end. Like I said picky reader.
Once I’d settled in I throughly enjoyed it.
Lizzie/Alex deserves to be happy and she gets her chance with rich, handsome and simply amazing Tate Castle. With everything Alex has been through it takes awhile for her to trust again but Tate is so patient and adorable.
Tom and Janice are the kooky assistants. They add humour and a touch of light craziness to balance out heavier side.
‘He could swoop in and acquire me any day,’ Janice nodded.
‘I’d even consider sharing him with you,’ Tom added, throwing her a high five. ‘At the same time, and you know how much the thought of pussy traumatises me, let alone the possibility of seeing it. Pussy roadkill would be a more apt description of that part of a woman’s anatomy.’
‘Mine’s not roadkill, thank you very much. I’ve been told it’s very pretty.’
‘Who by? Stevie Wonder?’
I voluntarily read a review copy kindly provided by NetGalley.
Firstly let me start by saying I really enjoyed this book.
In the interests of total honesty I did struggle early on. Now you could argue that the beginning is just the means to the end. It introduces the characters and gets the story where it needs to be.
And that’s true but the first meeting between Izzie and Richard had me cringing and it just didn’t sit right with me. But I am a picky, hard to please reader so it’s probably just me.
The rest of the book is fabulous. Although I would have preferred a little more at the end. Like I said picky reader.
Once I’d settled in I throughly enjoyed it.
Lizzie/Alex deserves to be happy and she gets her chance with rich, handsome and simply amazing Tate Castle. With everything Alex has been through it takes awhile for her to trust again but Tate is so patient and adorable.
Tom and Janice are the kooky assistants. They add humour and a touch of light craziness to balance out heavier side.
‘He could swoop in and acquire me any day,’ Janice nodded.
‘I’d even consider sharing him with you,’ Tom added, throwing her a high five. ‘At the same time, and you know how much the thought of pussy traumatises me, let alone the possibility of seeing it. Pussy roadkill would be a more apt description of that part of a woman’s anatomy.’
‘Mine’s not roadkill, thank you very much. I’ve been told it’s very pretty.’
‘Who by? Stevie Wonder?’
I voluntarily read a review copy kindly provided by NetGalley.
October 11, 2022
Libro meraviglioso🤩 non riuscivo a metterlo giù e quando chiudevo il kindle per fare altro, la mia testa rimaneva lì, non vedendo l'ora di riprendere la lettura.
Inevitabile è un romantic suspense ben riuscito, PERFETTO a mio modesto parere. C'è sono tutti gli elementi che lo rendono tale, l'autrice non ha lasciato nulla al caso, fino alla fine del libro tutto avrà senso e ogni cosa troverà il suo posto.
La storia parla di violenza domestica e di sopravvivenza, con un primo capitolo tostissimo!!
E con due protagonisti incredibili, Alex Bishop è una donna spezzata, ferita nel corpo e nell'anima, riesce a lottare e sconfiggere il "mostro" e rinventarsi, per poi guarire e ritrovare la speranza e l'amore grazie alla pazienza e grande devozione di Tate Castle.
Caste è un uomo caparbio, intenso, sensibile e protettivo, che le insegnerà a fidarsi e ad amare nuovamente.
L'autrice è stata bravissima a farmi commuovere, ridere (Tom), mi sono inca@@ta, angosciata, ma soprattutto, mi ha tanto emozionato.
La narrazione è brillante, coinvolgente, la trama è ricca di angst e colpi di scena, e la tensione erotica tra i due personaggi è così forte e tangibile, cuoce a fuoco lento (cosa che adoro) finché non esplode la passione❤️🔥.
Belli anche i personaggi secondari e bellissima l'ambientazione dei Caraibi.
Complimenti e grazie alla Hope Edizione, per averci fatto conoscere questa nuova e bravissima autrice, spero ci portate altri suoi lavori❤️
P.s COVER STUPENDA!!!
Inevitabile è un romantic suspense ben riuscito, PERFETTO a mio modesto parere. C'è sono tutti gli elementi che lo rendono tale, l'autrice non ha lasciato nulla al caso, fino alla fine del libro tutto avrà senso e ogni cosa troverà il suo posto.
La storia parla di violenza domestica e di sopravvivenza, con un primo capitolo tostissimo!!
E con due protagonisti incredibili, Alex Bishop è una donna spezzata, ferita nel corpo e nell'anima, riesce a lottare e sconfiggere il "mostro" e rinventarsi, per poi guarire e ritrovare la speranza e l'amore grazie alla pazienza e grande devozione di Tate Castle.
Caste è un uomo caparbio, intenso, sensibile e protettivo, che le insegnerà a fidarsi e ad amare nuovamente.
L'autrice è stata bravissima a farmi commuovere, ridere (Tom), mi sono inca@@ta, angosciata, ma soprattutto, mi ha tanto emozionato.
La narrazione è brillante, coinvolgente, la trama è ricca di angst e colpi di scena, e la tensione erotica tra i due personaggi è così forte e tangibile, cuoce a fuoco lento (cosa che adoro) finché non esplode la passione❤️🔥.
Belli anche i personaggi secondari e bellissima l'ambientazione dei Caraibi.
Complimenti e grazie alla Hope Edizione, per averci fatto conoscere questa nuova e bravissima autrice, spero ci portate altri suoi lavori❤️
P.s COVER STUPENDA!!!
May 19, 2018
You know when you have a favourite author and you put off reading their books because you don’t want to read it and then finish it and be left with nothing else? Yeah that’s exactly how I feel when I have a CJ Fallowfield book. I never want to get started because I know I won’t be able to stop and then it will all be over and I’ll be sat there wanting and needing more!
This is me right now, after finished Inescapable I’m left wanting more, NEEDING it in fact. I’m so sad that it’s over.
Ok, so let me get started on this book and my feels because there’s so many feels right now.
Castle and Alex are two characters that I won’t be forgetting any time soon. They both have suffered an unfair amount of pain in their lives, a different kind of pain from each other but pain nonetheless. A pain that guts them, pain that has them retreating into themselves, pain that makes them shelter their feelings from any future thing that could eventually hurt them again. It’s sad and heartbreaking and you’ll feel it right down to your soul. What neither of them expect is to find a calmness when they lay eyes upon each other, to be each other’s saviours.
Their story is intriguing and once you start, you won’t be able to stop. They go through so much in this book. One minute your happy then the next you just want to sit there and sob for them. Life wasn’t easy on either of them and it shows.
I won’t get into much more detail because I absolutely hate giving spoilers away
BUT I will say the character Richard lives up to his name in this book because he truly is 100% an absolute dick.
Oh and teeny tiny bit sad that we didn’t get to see castle witness the tattoo. That would have been awesome lol.
I’ve never once and I mean never been disappointed in a CJ Fallowfield book, this woman has a knack for belting out masterpieces and making you fall hard for her books and this one is no difference. It’s hard to read especially with all the domestic violence but her putting this into her book was vital, CJ did it tastefully and I haven’t read a book that has hit me in the heart for so long. CJ is an incredible writer and I look forward to future books from her at all times lol.
This is me right now, after finished Inescapable I’m left wanting more, NEEDING it in fact. I’m so sad that it’s over.
Ok, so let me get started on this book and my feels because there’s so many feels right now.
Castle and Alex are two characters that I won’t be forgetting any time soon. They both have suffered an unfair amount of pain in their lives, a different kind of pain from each other but pain nonetheless. A pain that guts them, pain that has them retreating into themselves, pain that makes them shelter their feelings from any future thing that could eventually hurt them again. It’s sad and heartbreaking and you’ll feel it right down to your soul. What neither of them expect is to find a calmness when they lay eyes upon each other, to be each other’s saviours.
Their story is intriguing and once you start, you won’t be able to stop. They go through so much in this book. One minute your happy then the next you just want to sit there and sob for them. Life wasn’t easy on either of them and it shows.
I won’t get into much more detail because I absolutely hate giving spoilers away
BUT I will say the character Richard lives up to his name in this book because he truly is 100% an absolute dick.
Oh and teeny tiny bit sad that we didn’t get to see castle witness the tattoo. That would have been awesome lol.
I’ve never once and I mean never been disappointed in a CJ Fallowfield book, this woman has a knack for belting out masterpieces and making you fall hard for her books and this one is no difference. It’s hard to read especially with all the domestic violence but her putting this into her book was vital, CJ did it tastefully and I haven’t read a book that has hit me in the heart for so long. CJ is an incredible writer and I look forward to future books from her at all times lol.
May 31, 2018
WOW!!!! This was a pull at your heartstrings kinda book. I absolutely loved it. Every page pulled me in deeper and deeper. The characters were amazing and real. As emotional as this was, CJ definitely knows how to mix in just the right about of humor and good feelings to make it all balance out.
March 29, 2020
*5 PERFECT STARS*
Holy hell, this was perfect and just what I needed to get out of my reading slump.
I had my doubts after the first few pages and the way she met Richard, but it got so much better after that!
Some things were a bit predictable but I don't even care, I'm teary-eyed and so emotional right now.
I need a Tate Castle in my life!
Received a free copy of this book from the publisher via Netgalley in exchange for my honest review.
Holy hell, this was perfect and just what I needed to get out of my reading slump.
I had my doubts after the first few pages and the way she met Richard, but it got so much better after that!
Some things were a bit predictable but I don't even care, I'm teary-eyed and so emotional right now.
I need a Tate Castle in my life!
Received a free copy of this book from the publisher via Netgalley in exchange for my honest review.
May 31, 2018
This is my first book by C J Fallowfield and it certainly won't be my last.
This story is very hard to read in places but the storyline was very well done and you can tell these words mean an awful lot to the writer.
It takes a special sort of author to mix this storyline the way it was and have their readers laughing one minute and then despising someone so much the next and C.J Fallowfield perfected this.
I have spent the day reading this book from cover to cover as it wasn't possible to put it down.
It's addictive and I absolutely loved this story.
It was like reading someone's rebirth.,reading them learn to trust again.
I haven't felt this many emotions reading a book in a long while and i'm definitely going to be left with a massive book hangover now.
I absolutely recommend you one click this book as soon as you can.
I'm voluntarily reviewing an advanced reader copy of this book.
This story is very hard to read in places but the storyline was very well done and you can tell these words mean an awful lot to the writer.
It takes a special sort of author to mix this storyline the way it was and have their readers laughing one minute and then despising someone so much the next and C.J Fallowfield perfected this.
I have spent the day reading this book from cover to cover as it wasn't possible to put it down.
It's addictive and I absolutely loved this story.
It was like reading someone's rebirth.,reading them learn to trust again.
I haven't felt this many emotions reading a book in a long while and i'm definitely going to be left with a massive book hangover now.
I absolutely recommend you one click this book as soon as you can.
I'm voluntarily reviewing an advanced reader copy of this book.
May 31, 2018
inescapable by CJ Fallowfield.
Omg this was an absolutely fantastic read. loved the story. very emotional. CJ knew how to pull your heartstrings. some bits were hard to read. I loved Alex assistants Tom and Janice. how they were with each other. Loved castle and Alex. hated Richard. he was Evil.a must read.5*.
Omg this was an absolutely fantastic read. loved the story. very emotional. CJ knew how to pull your heartstrings. some bits were hard to read. I loved Alex assistants Tom and Janice. how they were with each other. Loved castle and Alex. hated Richard. he was Evil.a must read.5*.
March 13, 2019
Wow...the ending for the villain in this story is just too kind. Too kind.
I must say that some part of the story is not easy to read. So much so that I skimmed through them because it genuinely made me feel so uneasy.
I like Tate. A lot. I wish there would be more of him. I find his character a bit of a mystery and I love myself a mystery man. I like the length that he went to for Alex, but goodness me, his security team aren’t very thorough, are they?
I also the mixed of tones that I got from the story. It made me scared and nervous, but occasionally I would find myself laughing silly over some funny lines.
Thank you NetGalley and Xpresso Book Tours for the online copy. I voluntarily read and reviewed this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
I must say that some part of the story is not easy to read. So much so that I skimmed through them because it genuinely made me feel so uneasy.
I like Tate. A lot. I wish there would be more of him. I find his character a bit of a mystery and I love myself a mystery man. I like the length that he went to for Alex, but goodness me, his security team aren’t very thorough, are they?
I also the mixed of tones that I got from the story. It made me scared and nervous, but occasionally I would find myself laughing silly over some funny lines.
Thank you NetGalley and Xpresso Book Tours for the online copy. I voluntarily read and reviewed this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
May 9, 2019
Thanks to NetGalley for this ARC. I really liked this story and the mystery of Alex's past. The psycho who abused her is one sick mofo. I liked the interaction between Castle and her; she gives as good as she gets and so does he. Loved that ending, one this story deserved to its fullest.
May 31, 2018
*gulps*
*wipes eyes*
I need a stiff one!
*snorts*
Whaaa?
Minds out of the gutter please - I meant a stiff drink *smirks* No, seriously! I need something to settle my nerves. Frayed springs to mind.
C.J. has done it again. One minute I’m like ‘whoa’, the next ‘bleep-da-bleep’, and then ‘awww’. So consumed by the story, I was scared to turn the page for fear of what was going to happen next, and at the same time wishing I could read faster. What can I say? I’m a special kind of twisted *shrugs*
We can’t escape our past, but at the same time, I’m a firm believer that we mustn’t let it define us. There’s no question that ‘life’ leaves its indelible mark; Alex and Tate can attest to this fact. Their individual stories spoke to me in very different ways. I had to pull on my big girl panties for some of it, but pull them on I did. Wedgie anyone?
For me, this is what romantic suspense is all about. Where your stomach flips with the tension - not just that kind of tension *winks* You know what I mean...? And, you have full on conversations with your kindle screen as if the characters can hear you. Or is that just me?
Trust is almost an anathema to Alex and Tate. Never mind bringing the concept of love into the equation.
“Love by its very nature is terrifying. It’s about trusting your heart, and taking a leap of faith and hoping that they jump with you.”
Cryptic enough for you?
Come on, and take that leap yourself. Alex, Tate, et al. are waiting for you when you do...
*wipes eyes*
I need a stiff one!
*snorts*
Whaaa?
Minds out of the gutter please - I meant a stiff drink *smirks* No, seriously! I need something to settle my nerves. Frayed springs to mind.
C.J. has done it again. One minute I’m like ‘whoa’, the next ‘bleep-da-bleep’, and then ‘awww’. So consumed by the story, I was scared to turn the page for fear of what was going to happen next, and at the same time wishing I could read faster. What can I say? I’m a special kind of twisted *shrugs*
We can’t escape our past, but at the same time, I’m a firm believer that we mustn’t let it define us. There’s no question that ‘life’ leaves its indelible mark; Alex and Tate can attest to this fact. Their individual stories spoke to me in very different ways. I had to pull on my big girl panties for some of it, but pull them on I did. Wedgie anyone?
For me, this is what romantic suspense is all about. Where your stomach flips with the tension - not just that kind of tension *winks* You know what I mean...? And, you have full on conversations with your kindle screen as if the characters can hear you. Or is that just me?
Trust is almost an anathema to Alex and Tate. Never mind bringing the concept of love into the equation.
“Love by its very nature is terrifying. It’s about trusting your heart, and taking a leap of faith and hoping that they jump with you.”
Cryptic enough for you?
Come on, and take that leap yourself. Alex, Tate, et al. are waiting for you when you do...
April 4, 2019
4.5 Me choosing not to hurt you makes you safe. Stars
I must admit I have been wanting to read this author for some time as everyone I follow loves the awuthor. I was given an opportunity to read this book. Again remember I do not read synopsis so my journey into the book was pure and probably better because of it. The authors note at the beginning prepared my heart for utter devastation. The aauthor used her personal experience with domestic abuse to write this book now I am unsure which parts are fact or fiction but my heart hurts for the author and impressed at the way she healed along ewith it. This story however was more than just about domestic abuse. I think it touched on the topic enough and if it pulled more of it it would have changed the story. This story is about pain and suffering but it is also about growth and change. We are given three main characters ( two of course we like) and we get their story through it all. It ends in a beautiful and happy perfect place. The story consumes you and it is one you sit down fore just an hour to read and all of a sudden you read the end and you look up and 3 hour have passed.
I must admit I have been wanting to read this author for some time as everyone I follow loves the awuthor. I was given an opportunity to read this book. Again remember I do not read synopsis so my journey into the book was pure and probably better because of it. The authors note at the beginning prepared my heart for utter devastation. The aauthor used her personal experience with domestic abuse to write this book now I am unsure which parts are fact or fiction but my heart hurts for the author and impressed at the way she healed along ewith it. This story however was more than just about domestic abuse. I think it touched on the topic enough and if it pulled more of it it would have changed the story. This story is about pain and suffering but it is also about growth and change. We are given three main characters ( two of course we like) and we get their story through it all. It ends in a beautiful and happy perfect place. The story consumes you and it is one you sit down fore just an hour to read and all of a sudden you read the end and you look up and 3 hour have passed.
April 19, 2018
It felt beyond brilliant to return to CJ Fallowfields work, and this latest release although darker than I’ve read before from her, was refreshing and suspense filled. This has got to be my favourite story to date actually!
The story handles the topic of domestic violence against Izzy so well and sensitively, but do warn those of you with triggers around this topic, that some of the scenes may be upsetting. For me, this darkness was a new feel, but entirely welcomed by the incredible CJ Fallowfield.
Excerpt:
“You realise that I’m not a hooker, right? This isn’t some Scottish version of Pretty Woman, where you can buy my compliance and expect sexual favours in return. I don’t care how much younger, or hotter, than Richard Gere you are.”
The developing story sees Izzie swept off her feet by a charming man, Richard King, who for ten years becomes from it. Manipulating her, controlling her, hurting her. But when she escapes, the real work starts. But with Tate Castle by her side, she tries to piece her life (and mind/body) back together.
The story had an air of smart and funny, all the while with. Very serious undertone and it felt entirely different from the others of CJs I’ve read. The characters, the twists and turns, the whole story kept me gripped on quite frankly nearly peeing myself (might add here - for fear of missing anything whilst going to the toilet!!)
An amazing story from an incredible author. She just keeps astounding me with every release.
Final excerpt:
Love by its very nature is terrifying. It’s about trusting your heart, taking a leap of faith and hoping that they jump with you...
The story handles the topic of domestic violence against Izzy so well and sensitively, but do warn those of you with triggers around this topic, that some of the scenes may be upsetting. For me, this darkness was a new feel, but entirely welcomed by the incredible CJ Fallowfield.
Excerpt:
“You realise that I’m not a hooker, right? This isn’t some Scottish version of Pretty Woman, where you can buy my compliance and expect sexual favours in return. I don’t care how much younger, or hotter, than Richard Gere you are.”
The developing story sees Izzie swept off her feet by a charming man, Richard King, who for ten years becomes from it. Manipulating her, controlling her, hurting her. But when she escapes, the real work starts. But with Tate Castle by her side, she tries to piece her life (and mind/body) back together.
The story had an air of smart and funny, all the while with. Very serious undertone and it felt entirely different from the others of CJs I’ve read. The characters, the twists and turns, the whole story kept me gripped on quite frankly nearly peeing myself (might add here - for fear of missing anything whilst going to the toilet!!)
An amazing story from an incredible author. She just keeps astounding me with every release.
Final excerpt:
Love by its very nature is terrifying. It’s about trusting your heart, taking a leap of faith and hoping that they jump with you...
April 9, 2019
I liked the book, but had a slight issue with it.
When you escape a life of being poor and struggling to survive, and are lured by a gorgeous millionaire and promised a better life, but then it turns out this person was a monster and kept you hidden from the world, locked up, abused and violated, how can you then escape his clutches for years before he is released from jail, only to run off with another millionaire for protection......someone you don't know at all. I just found it really hard to believe. It was hard to swallow that aspect of the story line.
Otherwise, once I got past that issue, I did like the book. Let me say this, the sex was HOT!
When you escape a life of being poor and struggling to survive, and are lured by a gorgeous millionaire and promised a better life, but then it turns out this person was a monster and kept you hidden from the world, locked up, abused and violated, how can you then escape his clutches for years before he is released from jail, only to run off with another millionaire for protection......someone you don't know at all. I just found it really hard to believe. It was hard to swallow that aspect of the story line.
Otherwise, once I got past that issue, I did like the book. Let me say this, the sex was HOT!
November 4, 2022
Questo libro è un diamante sotto mentite spoglie. Generalmente rifuggo dai libri che penso negativi (ovvero quelli che immagino non abbiano lieto fine) almeno quanto evito le trame che “dicono troppo”. Mi piace quando non si capisce del tutto come si svilupperà la storia, ma in questo caso preciso un piccolo spoiler mi avrebbe aiutato a decidere che questo libro volevo proprio leggerlo.
Perciò vi dico che se avete qualche dubbio su Inevitabile perché temete “finisca male”, abbandonate ogni timore. Finisce benissimo, è un vero e proprio second chance in cui entrambi i protagonisti abbracciano le rispettive nuove opportunità della vita e… il destino li aiuta, risarcendoli di un passato di sofferenza.
Mai verità fu più fondamentale.
Alex Bishop ha subito l’impossibile, ha sofferto, si è sentita sola, impaurita e debole, ma ha trovato una forza interiore che le ha permesso di tentare l’impossibile: reagire, fuggire, reinventarsi.
Anche Tate Castle, solitario e apparentemente eccentrico ha sofferto e costruito una vita di reazione, riscatto, nuova consapevolezza.
Due anime così possono unire le sofferenze reciproche e indirizzare le proprie nuove possibilità nella stessa direzione? Nella vita reale probabilmente sarebbe molto difficile o quantomeno improbabile, ma nella finzione di un romance, nel campo della favola contemporanea dove ogni nodo viene al pettine e ogni torto riparato, mi fa immenso piacere leggere la storia di Tate e Alex. Mi piace credere, e ho amato leggerlo, che l’amore sia la risposta giusta al terrore e all’ingiustizia. In una sorta di catarsi, la vendetta più appagante è tornare ad avere fiducia nel prossimo e nelle proprie capacità di scegliere come vogliamo vivere.
È ciò che imparano tanto Tate quanto la nostra eroina Alex. Ed è uno dei motivi per cui leggere ci dà una profonda gioia.
Navillus.
https://www.thedirtyclubofbooks.it/in...
Perciò vi dico che se avete qualche dubbio su Inevitabile perché temete “finisca male”, abbandonate ogni timore. Finisce benissimo, è un vero e proprio second chance in cui entrambi i protagonisti abbracciano le rispettive nuove opportunità della vita e… il destino li aiuta, risarcendoli di un passato di sofferenza.
“…il dolore ci cambia, ma non deve definirci”
Mai verità fu più fondamentale.
Alex Bishop ha subito l’impossibile, ha sofferto, si è sentita sola, impaurita e debole, ma ha trovato una forza interiore che le ha permesso di tentare l’impossibile: reagire, fuggire, reinventarsi.
Anche Tate Castle, solitario e apparentemente eccentrico ha sofferto e costruito una vita di reazione, riscatto, nuova consapevolezza.
Due anime così possono unire le sofferenze reciproche e indirizzare le proprie nuove possibilità nella stessa direzione? Nella vita reale probabilmente sarebbe molto difficile o quantomeno improbabile, ma nella finzione di un romance, nel campo della favola contemporanea dove ogni nodo viene al pettine e ogni torto riparato, mi fa immenso piacere leggere la storia di Tate e Alex. Mi piace credere, e ho amato leggerlo, che l’amore sia la risposta giusta al terrore e all’ingiustizia. In una sorta di catarsi, la vendetta più appagante è tornare ad avere fiducia nel prossimo e nelle proprie capacità di scegliere come vogliamo vivere.
È ciò che imparano tanto Tate quanto la nostra eroina Alex. Ed è uno dei motivi per cui leggere ci dà una profonda gioia.
“…il male può essere sconfitto, e l’unica cosa a cui non si può sfuggire nella vita è l’amore.”
Navillus.
https://www.thedirtyclubofbooks.it/in...
June 7, 2018
5 star review of Inescapable by CJ Fallowfield
One of the things that I love about CJ Fallowfield is that her characters are never one dimensional and Inescapable had a great amount of suspense, as well as some twists and turns which had me continuously guessing.
Inescapable was such an emotional roller coaster of a ride and invoked a variety of feelings as I was reading. It was at times raw and gritty and Ms. Fallowfield handled the subject of domestic violence with a great deal of sympathy and care.
Can anyone ever truly escape their past? Alex Bishop is haunted by her past and flees to London. Meeting Tate Castle she is shocked by the attraction which sizzles between them.
Both Alex and Tate have been hurt badly in the past and it makes them wary of their feelings,
afraid to let anyone in, to be vulnerable to another. Their pain is intense and at times broke my heart. Can Tate and Alex soothe each others souls and in turn find happiness?
I won’t say more for fear of accidentally writing spoilers. It is a story of strength, of survival, of hope and of learning to trust again. All I will say is this was a well executed book that I recommend you one click but be warned, your boundaries will be pushed, mine were.
One of the things that I love about CJ Fallowfield is that her characters are never one dimensional and Inescapable had a great amount of suspense, as well as some twists and turns which had me continuously guessing.
Inescapable was such an emotional roller coaster of a ride and invoked a variety of feelings as I was reading. It was at times raw and gritty and Ms. Fallowfield handled the subject of domestic violence with a great deal of sympathy and care.
Can anyone ever truly escape their past? Alex Bishop is haunted by her past and flees to London. Meeting Tate Castle she is shocked by the attraction which sizzles between them.
Both Alex and Tate have been hurt badly in the past and it makes them wary of their feelings,
afraid to let anyone in, to be vulnerable to another. Their pain is intense and at times broke my heart. Can Tate and Alex soothe each others souls and in turn find happiness?
I won’t say more for fear of accidentally writing spoilers. It is a story of strength, of survival, of hope and of learning to trust again. All I will say is this was a well executed book that I recommend you one click but be warned, your boundaries will be pushed, mine were.
April 3, 2018
Wow! This is really not what I was expecting, not normally C.J Fallowfields type of writing and at first I really didn’t think I would like the fact that she had gone down the route she had....BUT..... WOW! I related to this story so much, coming from a back ground of domestic violence then men trying it with myself it really hit home how lucky I have been. C.J has tackled a very delicate subject, she has done it with great care and consideration. The story in itself is about domestic abuse, surviving it and eventually finding your way to deal with it, has you hooked and will not let go till you have read that very last page. This book has just clawed it’s way to my favourite book of all time! Congrats C.J literally stunned that you yet again beat my expectations
May 21, 2018
I was gifted an ARC for an honest review.
I have only read romantic comedy by this author before and was intrigued to see what this would be like. I really enjoyed it
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Isabelle thought she had found her Prince Charming but Richard turned out to be anything but a Prince. It may have taken a while for her to get out of the situation but when she went for it she had amazing strength.
She had demons as anyone who had been through what she had would but she reinvented herself. Then she met Tate - sigh loved Tate. What followed was a lot of healing, growing, learning to trust plus some suspense as Dick didn’t know when to quit!
Adored the epilogue - ended the book on a truly happy smiley note.
I have only read romantic comedy by this author before and was intrigued to see what this would be like. I really enjoyed it
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Isabelle thought she had found her Prince Charming but Richard turned out to be anything but a Prince. It may have taken a while for her to get out of the situation but when she went for it she had amazing strength.
She had demons as anyone who had been through what she had would but she reinvented herself. Then she met Tate - sigh loved Tate. What followed was a lot of healing, growing, learning to trust plus some suspense as Dick didn’t know when to quit!
Adored the epilogue - ended the book on a truly happy smiley note.
March 20, 2018
Wow CJ this was amazing. I couldn’t put the book down for a start which is always a clear indication I loved the story. Two people that had bad history to hopefully find good in each other and make all dreams come true. As always your books intertwine and the references to other books were not missed. I’m going to miss these beautiful people. Storyline is a cracker and at times keeps you on the edge of your seat. Well developed characters that grow with the turning of the pages. Well done CJ you are onto a winner! No spoilers just a marvellous book to read girls.
March 20, 2018
I had the pleasure of beta reading this latest erotic suspense from C.J. Fallowfield and as always she takes you on an exciting journey, tears at your heartstrings and slowly mends them with the odd twist thrown in along the way. She has a way of creating characters who work their way into your heart from the plucky Izzy and Shaz, to the troubled and watchful Alex, swoon-worthy Castle, adorable and the hilarious conversations between Tom and Janice ! and hate others aka Richard !! another masterpiece from CJ
April 4, 2018
Its been a long time since CJ wrote an erotic novel, but it was well worth the wait. This book guides you through domestic abuse and out the other side stronger, it has you gripped from the first page and you cant put it down till it's finished, the chemistry between Alex and Castle is amazing, the gentle and slow road to her recovery, teaching her to trust and love again and of course a few whacky friends thrown in giving you the comedy. I had no doubt at all that this book would be amazing and it didn't disappoint, the pace is perfect and the writing brilliant, this is a must read!
May 20, 2018
WOW C .J Has totally blown me away with this book. not what i expected it to be but even better. This is the story about Izzie knight who to say the least hasn't had the best start in life ... she thinks her lucks changed when she meets Richard king what could possibly go wrong...can anything good come from it all ...? definately worth the 5 stars If not more ....would love a follow on to this storyline i hope there goin to be one ...thanks C.J
April 6, 2018
This book is soooooo amazing. The mind EXPLODES with all the feels that this book initiates. It's more intense and has a dark undertone.
The desperation, panic and torturous journey of a wounded survivor rips your heart out but the patience of a good kind loving man that undoes all the damage and soothes your soul.
There are more plot twists and turns that you just don't see coming.
Best ever book CJ, Best ever - and you know how I feel about Logan Steele.
The desperation, panic and torturous journey of a wounded survivor rips your heart out but the patience of a good kind loving man that undoes all the damage and soothes your soul.
There are more plot twists and turns that you just don't see coming.
Best ever book CJ, Best ever - and you know how I feel about Logan Steele.
April 6, 2018
Wow.
That word says it all. I am in shock, awe and love.
This book was fantastic from start to finish. The story grabbed hold of me and hooked me in just pages in.
Every time I had to put the book down to do adult stuff (like work and be a mother!) I thought about it.
Reading it was like being on a rollercoaster of happiness, heart break and ‘holy shit’ moments.
This has become a firm favourite and has already become one of my ‘books of the year’
That word says it all. I am in shock, awe and love.
This book was fantastic from start to finish. The story grabbed hold of me and hooked me in just pages in.
Every time I had to put the book down to do adult stuff (like work and be a mother!) I thought about it.
Reading it was like being on a rollercoaster of happiness, heart break and ‘holy shit’ moments.
This has become a firm favourite and has already become one of my ‘books of the year’
July 17, 2018
5 Stars
....This is me staring blankly at the screen trying to figure out how I could possibly do this book the justice it deserves- because I don’t think I can, it’s just that good...
There has to be a way to give a book more than a 5 Star rating, because this book deserves more!!
Wow… Wow….Wow!!! Inescapable is a heart shattering, exceptional page turner by C.J Fallowfield. This is my first book from this author, and what a phenomenal introduction! I will be limbering up my ‘one-click’ finger and going on a C.J Fallowfield book buying binge ASAP, and devouring everything I can get my hands on. This story had me gripped so tightly in it’s clasp, squeezing me, making me gasp one minute from the horrific details that were shocking my senses- then making me grin like an idiot or laughing out loud in the next moment because of the funny banter or antics happening on the page. Yes, this story was emotionally charged, and showcased some incredibly horrific and shattering situations that made my heart and head hurt- but I loved every gripping detail and every unforgettable moment!!
Ms. Fallowfield writes such complex, slightly quirky, and all too endearing characters (well except for the deranged villain- but evoking hate is also a sign of a brilliant author). I couldn’t help but adore them from the get-go and form a one-person cheer squad, cheering them on every step of the way. Yes, I’ll admit that I was completely attached to Alex and Tate (and the rest of the cast)- and their journey. The secondary characters were some of the best supporting cast that I have ever met- they really help elevate this story into the exceptional piece of work that it is. Tom with his TMI, funny banter and quips was just hilarious- I loved him so hard! Then Sharon, Janice, Ester, Dawn, and Sarah all made their impression on me, too. Rosie completely melted my heart she’s just so delightful.
The story is superbly crafted- intense, sexy and multi-layered. All the elements were molded into a smooth and well-balanced story that had me in a page flipping frenzy to follow what was happening. I couldn’t put it down and demolished the book in an afternoon.
Incredible!
I can’t wait to read more of Ms. Fallowfields work!
Thank you, Ms. Fallowfield!
....This is me staring blankly at the screen trying to figure out how I could possibly do this book the justice it deserves- because I don’t think I can, it’s just that good...
There has to be a way to give a book more than a 5 Star rating, because this book deserves more!!
Wow… Wow….Wow!!! Inescapable is a heart shattering, exceptional page turner by C.J Fallowfield. This is my first book from this author, and what a phenomenal introduction! I will be limbering up my ‘one-click’ finger and going on a C.J Fallowfield book buying binge ASAP, and devouring everything I can get my hands on. This story had me gripped so tightly in it’s clasp, squeezing me, making me gasp one minute from the horrific details that were shocking my senses- then making me grin like an idiot or laughing out loud in the next moment because of the funny banter or antics happening on the page. Yes, this story was emotionally charged, and showcased some incredibly horrific and shattering situations that made my heart and head hurt- but I loved every gripping detail and every unforgettable moment!!
Ms. Fallowfield writes such complex, slightly quirky, and all too endearing characters (well except for the deranged villain- but evoking hate is also a sign of a brilliant author). I couldn’t help but adore them from the get-go and form a one-person cheer squad, cheering them on every step of the way. Yes, I’ll admit that I was completely attached to Alex and Tate (and the rest of the cast)- and their journey. The secondary characters were some of the best supporting cast that I have ever met- they really help elevate this story into the exceptional piece of work that it is. Tom with his TMI, funny banter and quips was just hilarious- I loved him so hard! Then Sharon, Janice, Ester, Dawn, and Sarah all made their impression on me, too. Rosie completely melted my heart she’s just so delightful.
The story is superbly crafted- intense, sexy and multi-layered. All the elements were molded into a smooth and well-balanced story that had me in a page flipping frenzy to follow what was happening. I couldn’t put it down and demolished the book in an afternoon.
Incredible!
I can’t wait to read more of Ms. Fallowfields work!
Thank you, Ms. Fallowfield!
March 18, 2019
This review is HARD to write just as hard is the topic it is about. Domestic violence, abusing survivor, learning to be your new self and defeating the nightmare you survived.
This story is some kind of manifest that even after enduring so many years do domestic violence any person can start a new life once again. It will be hard. It will take years but it will bring everything to its proper places in life.
Those are things that happened to Isabelle Knight, now called Alex Bishop. As a young girl, she had trusted a bad man with her life, her heart and became his beating toy only for him. After so many long years Alex decided that it was time to escape her own hell. Sounds easy? But... It's everything but it. This is just the beginning of the story as the story will follow her in her way of becoming someone mighty and full of power in herself. The whole process was well written and followed well with the complicated timeline.
Richard King... An abusive partner of Alex. He's just an excuse of a man that thinks domestic violence is a way for his own urges... Yes - di** was a well-suited name for him. I really liked how "his" chapters were so full of darkness and that it gave a great insight into his own motives - Izzie was his to do everything he wanted that's all people like him feel in the end.
Tate Castle - I really liked his character. He has past and is scarred from it just like Izzie (in different areas but it's still causing him some problems). He has power, you can feel him as an alpha male yet he has a sensitive side as well as a tender one when it comes to helping Alex. I loved how he was so considerate with her while trusting issues were growing strong on her side. Normal thing? Yet seems sometimes impossible.
Read this story and find out how Isabelle Knight became Alex Bishop after surviving domestic violence for a couple of years. This read brought me to my knees as I had not expected to find so many emotions here.
This story is some kind of manifest that even after enduring so many years do domestic violence any person can start a new life once again. It will be hard. It will take years but it will bring everything to its proper places in life.
Those are things that happened to Isabelle Knight, now called Alex Bishop. As a young girl, she had trusted a bad man with her life, her heart and became his beating toy only for him. After so many long years Alex decided that it was time to escape her own hell. Sounds easy? But... It's everything but it. This is just the beginning of the story as the story will follow her in her way of becoming someone mighty and full of power in herself. The whole process was well written and followed well with the complicated timeline.
Richard King... An abusive partner of Alex. He's just an excuse of a man that thinks domestic violence is a way for his own urges... Yes - di** was a well-suited name for him. I really liked how "his" chapters were so full of darkness and that it gave a great insight into his own motives - Izzie was his to do everything he wanted that's all people like him feel in the end.
Tate Castle - I really liked his character. He has past and is scarred from it just like Izzie (in different areas but it's still causing him some problems). He has power, you can feel him as an alpha male yet he has a sensitive side as well as a tender one when it comes to helping Alex. I loved how he was so considerate with her while trusting issues were growing strong on her side. Normal thing? Yet seems sometimes impossible.
Read this story and find out how Isabelle Knight became Alex Bishop after surviving domestic violence for a couple of years. This read brought me to my knees as I had not expected to find so many emotions here.
August 31, 2020
I'm kicking myself, this is only the second book I've read by this author (the first a lighthearted, sweet rom-com). Inescapable is a very different book to that, but it grabbed my heart and didn't let go. It's dark at times and there are parts hard to read. There are triggers for some, but it's a wonderfully written story full of emotion and realism, that doesn't put all of its focus on the past (although the author paints a vivid picture of the trauma Izzie/Alex has endured). Instead it's about survival, how a broken soul can heal and learn to live again, to trust and open themselves to love with the right person.
This was not an easy journey for Alex or Castle, both of whom had suffered painful pasts. Although there was insta attraction and smoking hot chemistry, I loved how the author didn't rush their relationship or indeed Alex's fears and insecurities. They were so real it broke my heart, knowing this happens in reality, but CJ Fallowfield captured Alex's emotions, her fears, her curiosity, inner strength and indeed her innocence to a normal relationship perfectly.
Tate Castle turned me into a puddle of goo. He was gorgeous, how he handled Alex was incredible, he was patient, caring and even when his own issues threatened to overwhelm him, he was perfect. Such self control, I loved him and the way he helped Alex see how strong and beautiful she was.
This book had everything, suspense, drama, angst, tears, sweet tender moments, steamy sexiness and some well timed humour to balance out the tension. I definitely need to read more by this author because this was page turning excellence!
This was not an easy journey for Alex or Castle, both of whom had suffered painful pasts. Although there was insta attraction and smoking hot chemistry, I loved how the author didn't rush their relationship or indeed Alex's fears and insecurities. They were so real it broke my heart, knowing this happens in reality, but CJ Fallowfield captured Alex's emotions, her fears, her curiosity, inner strength and indeed her innocence to a normal relationship perfectly.
Tate Castle turned me into a puddle of goo. He was gorgeous, how he handled Alex was incredible, he was patient, caring and even when his own issues threatened to overwhelm him, he was perfect. Such self control, I loved him and the way he helped Alex see how strong and beautiful she was.
This book had everything, suspense, drama, angst, tears, sweet tender moments, steamy sexiness and some well timed humour to balance out the tension. I definitely need to read more by this author because this was page turning excellence!
April 23, 2018
What can I say about Inescapable? And how do I do it without spoiling anything for anyone? Lord, have mercy. I have no words to describe the myriad of emotions I went through; from as low as I remember feeling when I was in a DV relationship, to utter elation, back down again... I was on an emotional roller coaster, for sure.
Having not read a blurb for this book before diving straight into it, I wasn’t sure what lay between the pages. I’ll be honest, I was a bit taken aback at the subject matter. It’s something I have a personal experience with and it isn’t something I like revisiting often. So, in all honesty, I nearly backed out of reading this book. But also in all honesty, I am truly glad I didn’t. I would have missed an amazing story.
I slowly eased my way into this story, full of trepidation for what I would find. I empathised strongly with Izzie, I felt real fear for her after my own experience left me with physical and mental scars. She had a kind of quiet strength that I admired from the start. Something borne from being a victim for far too long. It either breaks you or it makes you stronger, somehow. It’s something I can’t quite explain.
Treated well for a short period of time in the beginning, Izzie didn’t know that a monster lurked just beneath the surface. All it would take was a little more time and it would rear its ugly head. Then, the longer she lived in fear of him, the less likely she thought it was that she’d ever get away.
Fast forward some spoilery bits because it takes away your first-hand enjoyment as a reader if I tell you more...
Pepper Island is beautiful, but it’s home to something more beautiful. Something far beyond what Alex has ever experienced in her life. He’s handsome, charming, charismatic... Tate Castle is pure bliss in the guise of a man. But Alex is rightfully frightened. She hasn’t been with a man since... well, let’s not get into that. Truth is, Castle invokes feelings in her she thought were long since dead and buried. She’s scared of exploring what that means though. And I don’t blame her one bit. Once you’ve been burned as badly as she was, you’re scared of jumping back into the flames.
With time, patience and a whole lot more besides, can Alex overcome her fears and explore the possibilities of a new relationship? Can Castle breach the impenetrable walls she’s built around her heart? And in turn, can she reach beyond his own defences, to open him up to the possibility of something more than friendship?
Individually, they think they are doing well enough not to want or need each other. But if they get under each other’s skin, bury themselves in the other one’s heart without even trying, then they could be a force to be reckoned with.
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This story was eloquently written. The subject matter was handled delicately, with a lot of care. It’s a sensitive subject for so many people across the world. Domestic violence isn’t something that only affects women, either. A lot of people think it is, but the truth is, it affects both sexes and both men and women suffer it in silence every day. It’s not pretty and it hurts like hell. Breaking away and starting life afresh is so hard.
I got away from my abuser, but it took a long time to recover from what he did to me and to stop looking over my shoulder, expecting him to turn up and exact revenge.
This story is about going from weak, defenceless victim, to survivor. Standing up and being unafraid to look your abuser in the eye and say “no more.”
From the point of view of a survivor, this story was about hope. Having hope that the future could hold more. Holding onto that hope in the darkest of times, on the hardest of days. It’s about confronting your fears and overcoming your weakness. Turning your weakness into your biggest strength.
It was a powerful story of a light in the darkness, guiding you on, showing you that you don’t have to be alone, you don’t have to be afraid. You aren’t wrong for wanting more from life than what you’re getting.
This story tugged on my heartstrings in the biggest of ways. I feared reading it, but it reminded me of finding my own strength to say enough is enough.
I cried for her. My tears came thick and fast, with wracking sobs that made my body shudder. The story felt so real, as if it were happening to someone I knew. It made me want to help make things better for her. It made me want to reach out and say from one survivor to another, she could do anything if she wanted it enough.
I haven’t wanted to say anything to spoil this story for everyone. There’s a lot more to it than what I have said. But my fear is, if people don’t know a little of the story, they’ll go in blind and it’ll take them back to a time in their life they’d rather not relive. Just because I managed to read it and love it, doesn’t mean other DV survivors will.
It’s quite a harrowing tale of how a naïve, young woman goes through hell and back, coming out the other end as a strong, capable woman.
Only you can decide if you are able to read this book or not.
For me, it was a brilliantly told story. Yes, the subject matter was delicate, but it was handled so sensitively and it was sprinkled with CJ Fallowfield’s usual humour and wit, showing that even in darkness, there is a light that never goes out.
I’m now off to read something a bit more lighthearted. All I can say is; CJ Fallowfield has created a masterpiece. The beauty is in the eye of the beholder. You CAN see the beauty in this story. You can see the light. All hope is not lost. Although it’s darker than any of her books I’ve read before, it is still amazing. If you like dark stories, then this is one you’ll thoroughly enjoy. I usually like lighter reads, fluffier romances. I enjoy erotica, I even enjoy suspense. But this pushed my boundaries and it still made me fall madly in love with it.
I’m giving this book 5 stars because it’s the highest I can give. But if I could give more, I would. CJ took my heart and held it hostage from the first word to the last.
Having not read a blurb for this book before diving straight into it, I wasn’t sure what lay between the pages. I’ll be honest, I was a bit taken aback at the subject matter. It’s something I have a personal experience with and it isn’t something I like revisiting often. So, in all honesty, I nearly backed out of reading this book. But also in all honesty, I am truly glad I didn’t. I would have missed an amazing story.
I slowly eased my way into this story, full of trepidation for what I would find. I empathised strongly with Izzie, I felt real fear for her after my own experience left me with physical and mental scars. She had a kind of quiet strength that I admired from the start. Something borne from being a victim for far too long. It either breaks you or it makes you stronger, somehow. It’s something I can’t quite explain.
Treated well for a short period of time in the beginning, Izzie didn’t know that a monster lurked just beneath the surface. All it would take was a little more time and it would rear its ugly head. Then, the longer she lived in fear of him, the less likely she thought it was that she’d ever get away.
Fast forward some spoilery bits because it takes away your first-hand enjoyment as a reader if I tell you more...
Pepper Island is beautiful, but it’s home to something more beautiful. Something far beyond what Alex has ever experienced in her life. He’s handsome, charming, charismatic... Tate Castle is pure bliss in the guise of a man. But Alex is rightfully frightened. She hasn’t been with a man since... well, let’s not get into that. Truth is, Castle invokes feelings in her she thought were long since dead and buried. She’s scared of exploring what that means though. And I don’t blame her one bit. Once you’ve been burned as badly as she was, you’re scared of jumping back into the flames.
With time, patience and a whole lot more besides, can Alex overcome her fears and explore the possibilities of a new relationship? Can Castle breach the impenetrable walls she’s built around her heart? And in turn, can she reach beyond his own defences, to open him up to the possibility of something more than friendship?
Individually, they think they are doing well enough not to want or need each other. But if they get under each other’s skin, bury themselves in the other one’s heart without even trying, then they could be a force to be reckoned with.
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This story was eloquently written. The subject matter was handled delicately, with a lot of care. It’s a sensitive subject for so many people across the world. Domestic violence isn’t something that only affects women, either. A lot of people think it is, but the truth is, it affects both sexes and both men and women suffer it in silence every day. It’s not pretty and it hurts like hell. Breaking away and starting life afresh is so hard.
I got away from my abuser, but it took a long time to recover from what he did to me and to stop looking over my shoulder, expecting him to turn up and exact revenge.
This story is about going from weak, defenceless victim, to survivor. Standing up and being unafraid to look your abuser in the eye and say “no more.”
From the point of view of a survivor, this story was about hope. Having hope that the future could hold more. Holding onto that hope in the darkest of times, on the hardest of days. It’s about confronting your fears and overcoming your weakness. Turning your weakness into your biggest strength.
It was a powerful story of a light in the darkness, guiding you on, showing you that you don’t have to be alone, you don’t have to be afraid. You aren’t wrong for wanting more from life than what you’re getting.
This story tugged on my heartstrings in the biggest of ways. I feared reading it, but it reminded me of finding my own strength to say enough is enough.
I cried for her. My tears came thick and fast, with wracking sobs that made my body shudder. The story felt so real, as if it were happening to someone I knew. It made me want to help make things better for her. It made me want to reach out and say from one survivor to another, she could do anything if she wanted it enough.
I haven’t wanted to say anything to spoil this story for everyone. There’s a lot more to it than what I have said. But my fear is, if people don’t know a little of the story, they’ll go in blind and it’ll take them back to a time in their life they’d rather not relive. Just because I managed to read it and love it, doesn’t mean other DV survivors will.
It’s quite a harrowing tale of how a naïve, young woman goes through hell and back, coming out the other end as a strong, capable woman.
Only you can decide if you are able to read this book or not.
For me, it was a brilliantly told story. Yes, the subject matter was delicate, but it was handled so sensitively and it was sprinkled with CJ Fallowfield’s usual humour and wit, showing that even in darkness, there is a light that never goes out.
I’m now off to read something a bit more lighthearted. All I can say is; CJ Fallowfield has created a masterpiece. The beauty is in the eye of the beholder. You CAN see the beauty in this story. You can see the light. All hope is not lost. Although it’s darker than any of her books I’ve read before, it is still amazing. If you like dark stories, then this is one you’ll thoroughly enjoy. I usually like lighter reads, fluffier romances. I enjoy erotica, I even enjoy suspense. But this pushed my boundaries and it still made me fall madly in love with it.
I’m giving this book 5 stars because it’s the highest I can give. But if I could give more, I would. CJ took my heart and held it hostage from the first word to the last.
May 31, 2018
Inescapable by C.J. Fallowfield
4.5 stars
M/F Romance
Triggers: torture, physical and emotional abuse, stalking
I was given this book for an honest review by Wicked Reads.
Richard has a narcissistic personality disorder that is so deeply engrained that nobody sees it coming until it's too late. He preys on Isabelle and never looks back. Despite how naive Isabelle is and how her friend, Shaz reacts to her best friend's new relationship, you sense that something just isn't quite right.
Years later, you have Alex Bishop, a successful artist. She is an amazing artist with a past that she would like to keep to herself. Fallowfield does a great job of painting the picture of Alex's new life and ability to hide in plain sight. Alex's friends are wonderful and definitely add to the story - without them, you wouldn't get to see the fun side of Alex. You'd be left with only the serious side and the side that is constantly looking backwards.
Then you have Castle. He is the epitome of knight in shining armor. While he has a secret of his own, he can't help but be drawn to Alex and her work. He is used to getting what he wants and when Alex poses an obstacle, he does what he knows - he does whatever he can to convince her.
What follows is a story about love, finding yourself and letting go of the past. These two share a past that is full of sadness - but they also want to find something more, something better. It's this drive that they share which allows this story to be so successful.
4.5 stars
M/F Romance
Triggers: torture, physical and emotional abuse, stalking
I was given this book for an honest review by Wicked Reads.
Richard has a narcissistic personality disorder that is so deeply engrained that nobody sees it coming until it's too late. He preys on Isabelle and never looks back. Despite how naive Isabelle is and how her friend, Shaz reacts to her best friend's new relationship, you sense that something just isn't quite right.
Years later, you have Alex Bishop, a successful artist. She is an amazing artist with a past that she would like to keep to herself. Fallowfield does a great job of painting the picture of Alex's new life and ability to hide in plain sight. Alex's friends are wonderful and definitely add to the story - without them, you wouldn't get to see the fun side of Alex. You'd be left with only the serious side and the side that is constantly looking backwards.
Then you have Castle. He is the epitome of knight in shining armor. While he has a secret of his own, he can't help but be drawn to Alex and her work. He is used to getting what he wants and when Alex poses an obstacle, he does what he knows - he does whatever he can to convince her.
What follows is a story about love, finding yourself and letting go of the past. These two share a past that is full of sadness - but they also want to find something more, something better. It's this drive that they share which allows this story to be so successful.
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