Shattered

by Rose Harper

I did the unthinkable.
I fell for my boss.
All his demons intrigue me.
He’s closed off, distant.
A puzzle begging to be solved.
I knew things were going to go up in flames.
I should have listened when my mind tried to warn me.
Keith Shaw is a calculated, cold-hearted man,
But for a brief moment, I got to see what lies behind the mask;
I got to feel the warmth of his caress, and it slayed me.
The only thing I was never supposed to do, I did it.
Only to have everything ripped away from me before my very eyes.
There’s just one thing I would like to know;
One thing that eats away at my insides.
Can a heart still beat if it’s shattered?

74 pages, Kindle Edition

Published February 27, 2018

Reviews

[Crystal Viverette · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great read by Rose Harper this is the 3rd book by her i have read and each one gets better and better. I love the character's and story line. I could not stop reading. A very unique entertaining and exciting read. A five star must read.

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[Annie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Keith finally gets Natalie were he wants her. Spending every night together leading up to the Santa Barbara trip, they can't keep their hands off each other. Keith shows Natalie another side of him when she has a panic attack on the flight out. Bringing down her walls a little more. Things don't go the way Keith imagines when they arrive. Their first night is all he dreamed of. Their second, everything fall apart. Both so damaged by their previous relationships. He wants more than he is willing to give. Natalie's heart already breaking. Fast paced and steamy. Can't wait for the next book.
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[Tonia Rodriguez · Rating 2 out of 5]

Ok so Im not sure how I missed this was the third in a series, so I cant blame it on that as that was my fault apparently. So let me rate it based on what was in this book and not the prior two.
So I didnt like the back and forth that Shaw does. I'm sure this is to stay in track with the established bachelor not wanting to be hurt trope. But really it got a little annoying since its all right there Im front of him. I liked Natalie though. Shes honest and seems decent enough. I feel like this book could have been extended a little and all wrapped up in this, but authors seem to prefer to split them all into multiples. Not sure Ill stick with the next to see what happens. Just didnt hold me in.

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[Nancy · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a new author to me and I am really glad I gave her a try. This is book 3 in the series but can be read as a stand alone. I am differently going to be getting the rest of the series as I loved this book. She wants to commit but he is scared to give his heart away as he thinks he will get hurt all over again. He is the boss but has a very tormented existence due to a betrayal and she is his assistant who has fallen for the wounded and pained sexy boss. Will these two be able to make a long lasting connection and commitment to each other?

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[Book-Lovin-Momma · Rating 4 out of 5]

Keith and Natalie get involved and spend a lot of time together, enjoying the pleasure they can bring each other. But they've both been burned before, and Keith is in no hurry to jump on the love train. Natalie, on the other hand, holds out hope. I was a little irritated with Keith, but I think he's still in "player" mode, not wanting to commit, despite every bone in his body telling him how much he enjoys being with Natalie. I wish this book wasn't split up the way it was, as I don't know that the angst in this series warrants the short reads. But I will admit, the chemistry between them is steamy.

[Tina · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book was written in such a way as to remind us everyone has something in their past, a hurting heart or soul ripping pain that makes it hate to see what could be right in front of them. This couple both have a past where they were extremely hurt. The male wants everything but isn't willing to give as much as he takes, while the female lead is ready to give and hopefully trust that this time she won't be left shattered. I feel it is a good analogy of how relax work today, and points out the things women wish men would change about themselves.

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[Pansy Rowe · Rating 4 out of 5]

I received an Advanced Copy for my honest opinion. WOW!! We are left with a hanger! This story is about Keith and Natalie. Natalie is Keith's assistant and after denying her attraction finally gives into to Keith. So begins their whirlwind relationship. But it is damaged, as Keith is holding himself back and will not take the next step to commit. His past hurt is ruining his future. Natalie is ready for commitment but has come to the conclusion that Keith will never settle! Can not wait to see how this story will conclude. Is the future theirs or wishful thinking? Can two people damaged ever find a happy ever after? You will have to read to find out. Good Read!!!

[Laila Viking · Rating 4 out of 5]

A well written short story. The third in this series but can be read as a standalone but I can recommend to read the two previous books to understand all of the characters. Nice storyline and plot. Characters are well described and develops nicely. Written in dual POV, which gives the reader both the feelings and thoughts of the main characters. Great chemistry. Fast-paced but that suits it. I like that we get to hear their background.
It is a short captivating story that have twists and turns in it that makes you just want to read on.

[Lucinda · Rating 4 out of 5]

Keith really messed up a good thing in this book. And the sad part is that he pushed for the relationship. Natalie is heartbroken and I can understand why. Unfortunately Keith is using her and not admitting to anything and pushing a really good thing away. Is their relationship beyond repair...? Guess we will have to wait for the next book! I recommend the book. It is interesting and will keep you reading to know what happens next!

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[Anna Theurer (Anna's Bookshelf) · Rating 3 out of 5]

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review. This is the first book that I have read by this author and it will not be the last. While this is the 3rd book in her Wicked Liaison series, this book can be read as a standalone with no cliffhanger and a HEA. I enjoyed this fast-paced book and the intrigue in the beginning about why the characters are they way they are. The chemistry is good between them

[Ange Nut · Rating 5 out of 5]

Shattered opens with Kieth & Natalie at the office getting ready to leave for the evening to go to dinner & Kieth hopes to get her back to his penthouse. I was thinking that I wished that I had read the previous book because I was lost about what was going on in this one but it was overall as good as the first book in the collection.

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[Amy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Quick read but you need to have read the previous stories to get the full benefit of the book. I was able to visualize the story as I read it as Rose Harper is an amazing writer. So much emotional baggage the characters have that it keeps you on your toes as you read. You want to find out what happened to them and what will happen in the future.

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[Elizabeth Mularski · Rating 4 out of 5]

I received a complimentary copy of this book with no requirement to review. This review is being left voluntarily and any and all opinions are my honest thoughts on this book and the authors work. This is a quick, fast paced novella that I read in one sitting. It is a standalone in a series with no cliffhanger. Great short read with dynamic chemistry.

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[Erika Escariz · Rating 5 out of 5]

OMG was this hot. This book was amazing. I could not put it down until I finished reading it. I definitely recommend this book to anyone who is looking to read it and aren’t sure if they want to. Trust me, you will love it.

I voluntarily read an Advanced Reading Copy of this book in exchange for my honest review.

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[Peyton Gaudiosi · Rating 4 out of 5]

It was easy enough to figure out what was going on with Keith and Natalie without reading the previous books but it would have been so much better if I had read them. It probably would have made the story so much richer. As it is book 3 Shattered seems to be where the hot action starts, as there are plenty of very hot scenes. The end of Shattered leads you right to book 4.

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[Troubleinfl (Dee) · Rating 4 out of 5]

I think this series is fantastic and would have rated 5 stars except for the fact that it's divided into novellas. I really don't like having to wait for the next book to continue the story. This doesn't detract, however, from the story itself. This author has created some wonderful characters in other books that now extend into this one. There is a cliffhanger, but hopefully we'll learn more in the next book.

I received an advance reader copy of this book in exchange for my honest review.

[Mildred · Rating 4 out of 5]

First, I didn't know going in that the was the latest installment in a series, so I didn't have the back story. With that said, I think the book was well written. I liked Natalie more than I did Keith. I wish they'd both stop living in the past though. Hopefully subsequent books throw more light on that. Good book on the whole.

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[Nicoletta Tsalafaos · Rating 4 out of 5]

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Shattered by Rose Harper is a short dark erotica suspense romance. The third book in the Wicked Liaison Trilogy series, it contains a cliffhanger which I'm still not that happy about it but I'm hooked. Planty of chemistry between the characters but not actual sex scenes. I enjoyed the storyline. Natalie and Keith's characters are sizzling chemistry.

[Karen Galloway · Rating 5 out of 5]

An Enjoyable Book

This is another good read in the (“Wicked Liaison Collection”) From Rose Harper . I found “Shattered” to have a good storyline and interesting characters, Keith & Natalie, that I liked and enjoyed reading about. This is an Enjoyable, Must Read Romance that I would recommend reading. I look forward to reading more books by this author in the future. I voluntarily reviewed an arc of this book

[poppy · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is the third book in the series and they need to be read in order.This is another great little steamy read.Keith and Natalie are finally together and while everything goes really well at first Keiths so scared of getting hurt he just refuses to risk his heart again so is not fully in the relationship and he ends up hurting her by pushing her away even though he knows deep down that's not what he wants.Can't wait to find out what happens in the next book.

[Crazycat Nieman · Rating 5 out of 5]

I received this book through ARC but I'm voluntarily leaving this review. Shattered book 3 of (Wicked Liasons) is a great addition to the first two books. Picking up where book two left the storyline just gets so much better I couldn't put it down. Natalie finally gives in to her attraction to Keith and the book also gives some of the back story as to why Keith acts the way he does. So riveting I just had to read the rest of the series.

[Kelly · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is book 3 in the series. Natalie wants to commit but Keith is scared to give his heart away as he thinks he will get hurt all over again. He is the boss but has a very tormented existence due to a betrayal and she is his assistant who has fallen for the wounded and pained sexy boss. Will these two be able to make a long lasting connection and commitment to each other? Can't wait for the next book. 💋

[CS · Rating 5 out of 5]

Their physical relationship is in full bloom, but Natalie is not built for superficial “fun” and Keith is not ready to open up himself to another woman after his experience with Jennifer.

Natalie’s Heart is shattered in this one as she realizes her feelings are not reciprocated in the same way.

What a heartbreaking cliffy!

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[Kathleen Bradbury (Bulfon) · Rating 5 out of 5]

Story line is great and I loved the characters. I really enjoyed reading this book and I would recommend it! Unexpected twists and turns had me reading this book in one sitting. Great storyline and character development made this book a hot and enjoyable read!

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[Tanya · Rating 5 out of 5]

she fell for her boss but he was trouble and had many things hidden. she wanted to make him feel whole. she lost her heart to him and then he went away leaving my heart shattered. can a shattered heart beat? this will make you cry as you feel so much for her. will there be a happy ending?

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[Robyn · Rating 5 out of 5]

Keith has persuaded his PA to sleep with him, but it turns out that she is not a one night stand. They start a relationship, but can Keith make a commitment?

This novella is a great read and I can't wait for the next part.

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[Am Goff · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is the third book in the series "Wicked Liaisons" This story is about Keith and Natalie, his assistant. She has fallen in love with Keith, however, Keith has been hurt and has trust issues. I will be going back to read books one and two to get a better perspective. Good read.

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[Carol · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a heart tugging book. So much damage to each character. They have an attraction to each other but are afraid of a relationship, of opening up to each other, afraid of getting their heart shattered. Will they find their hea? I recommend this book to all. I enjoyed it. I received it as an arc and voluntarily reviewed it.

[Karen · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a great quick read.
Right from the start it will have you turnig
The pages. It's apart of a series of books
but don't worry if you have not read any before this one
because this is a stand alone and does not finish on a cliffhanger.
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[Katie Hansen · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved everything about this book from the characters to the storyline. It was a pleasure to have the opportunity to read such an amazing book as this one I just could not put it down once I started reading it.

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