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Twisting Fate
Life is cruel.
I tried so hard to avoid pain, to live carefully, and to keep a level head until I was ready to settle down... much later. Why is it that the people who don’t want to take risks get pushed into them the most? All I wanted was to make it to graduation with my friends, to go to college, and to focus on cheerleading — something that made me happy.
I never asked for this — any of it.
But now, here I am with a gaping hole in my chest. I can barely breathe. I didn’t want to need him, but I do. And he left me. How could he do this to me after making me love him? I wish I could hate him. Maybe then my heart could mend.
I have a secret. But it won’t be a secret for long. I don’t think I can do this alone. He found me — someone that’s earned my trust over the years. He would never hurt me. And that’s what makes him more appealing. Then he made me an offer that’s hard to refuse.
And just when I thought things were getting better, the biggest twist of them all was thrown in. If my heart survives the shock, which do I choose? Either way, someone will lose.
I tried so hard to avoid pain, to live carefully, and to keep a level head until I was ready to settle down... much later. Why is it that the people who don’t want to take risks get pushed into them the most? All I wanted was to make it to graduation with my friends, to go to college, and to focus on cheerleading — something that made me happy.
I never asked for this — any of it.
But now, here I am with a gaping hole in my chest. I can barely breathe. I didn’t want to need him, but I do. And he left me. How could he do this to me after making me love him? I wish I could hate him. Maybe then my heart could mend.
I have a secret. But it won’t be a secret for long. I don’t think I can do this alone. He found me — someone that’s earned my trust over the years. He would never hurt me. And that’s what makes him more appealing. Then he made me an offer that’s hard to refuse.
And just when I thought things were getting better, the biggest twist of them all was thrown in. If my heart survives the shock, which do I choose? Either way, someone will lose.
363 pages, Kindle Edition
First published July 2, 2014
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About the author
Charisse Spiers
59 books651 followersI found books when I was going through a hard time in life. They became my means of escape when things got bad. I realized quickly how much I loved to take a backseat to someone else's life and watch the journey unfold. That began my journey with books in November of 2012. I constantly had a book open on my Kindle app. Never in a million years would I have imagined myself as a writer, because I never thought I was creative enough. I'm living proof that things will fall into place when they're meant to be. People will make their way into our lives when we don't expect it, setting the path for what we are meant to do. Never give up on people. Never stop taking a chance on others. Someone took a chance on trusting me with her work when she didn't know me from a stranger on the street and gave me the opportunity of a lifetime as our relationship progressed, which led me to editing and writing as well. This is my dream I never knew I had. As soon as I sat down and gave writing a shot, it was like the floodgates opened. Now, I am lost in a world of fiction in my head, new characters constantly screaming for their stories to be told. Continue to dream and to go for them. No one ever found happiness by sitting on the sidelines. Sometimes we have to take risks and put ourselves out there. Thank you for all of your support, and may there be many books to come. XOXO- C
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July 9, 2014
Here you go guys!--
Official Trailer!!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4sewk...
Excerpt:
I'm exhausted. I don't even want to get out of bed, but today is Breyson's memorial service. I stand from the bed and look at my small figure in the mirror. I've lost weight from the constant pregnancy sickness and not being able to eat from the depression. I have done nothing but lay in the bed in his oversized tee shirt. My hair is dirty and I haven't showered since I got home from the hospital.
A knock sounds at my door and opens before I can respond. One look at me and Adalynn allows a tear to fall down her face. I haven't spoken with her or anyone else for that matter. "Why didn't you tell me?" One sentence and I know exactly what she's referring to. "Don't shut me out Kinzleigh. I can help you get through all of this, but only if you let me in."
I feel numb. Everything she says goes in one ear and out the other; nothing sticks. My energy has completely left me. I don't even have the energy to shower which is why I haven't. I feel like someone walked by, reached inside and removed my soul from the confinements of my body; leaving nothing but a shell. Tears have become an expectation on a regular basis. I don't even try to wipe them away anymore.
I just stare at her blankly; no expressions to give. She walks over to me and wraps me in her arms. Her outfit goes with the way I feel; black and dark; the symbolic color for death. "When did you find out?"
I don't want to think about the baby right now. I like pretending it's not there. "After we dropped Breyson off at the airport." I can't even say it without crying all over again. I still can't believe this has become my life. How am I supposed to go back to school or cheerleading? I'll never be happy again.
She tightens her hold around me. "I'll never tell anyone until you're ready. You know I'll help you right? You don't have to go through this alone; any of it. You're my best friend and you're family to me." I know she expects the Kinzleigh she knows and loves to come back at some point, but that girl is long gone; a vapor in the wind. All I can do is recluse inside myself and try to hold on to what little bit of sanity I have left. "Come on and I'll help you get ready. You need a bath."
As embarrassing as it was to have someone help you bathe, I can't seem to find the will to care. I guess times like these are when you discover who your true friends are. I pull on my long black maxi dress and a pair of sunglasses to hide my reddened eyes. I imagine to an outsider I look like I'm on drugs. Since I've been taking my nausea medication I don't get sick as often, but I can't seem to eat either. I'm getting thinner as the days go on and my clothes are getting big, but I can't eat. I'm doing good to get down one bowl of soup a day and that's only for the baby's sake.
We pull up at the cemetery and walk over to the headstone beside Beau's, that is now waiting with his name etched on it. An open casket service wasn't necessary since there is no body. I come to stand in front of the headstone and read the letters etched into the stone.
Breyson Patrick Abercrombie
October 2, 1995-February 3,2014
Forever remembered by the ones you love
The preacher starts his speech; one that he has said a million times I'm sure. It seems too practiced and frankly, not good enough. I just stare at the headstone in front of me picturing my beautiful boy. I close my eyes and allow myself to go to my happy place while the words and sadness flow around me. Come back to me Breyson. Let me feel you. If not in body, then in spirit. I need you to keep me going. I don't have the strength to do it myself. The salty tears run down my face, underneath my shades.
I'm here baby. I'm trying to get to you. Please don't give up on me. I need you to remember our love. I need you to keep going. Wait for me.... My eyes shoot open and I feel like I'm going to pass out. I must be having a mental breakdown because I swear on everything I feel like there is someone near me and I have never been one of those people that believe in ghosts. I'm a realist, but I promise on my life I heard Breyson's beautiful voice in my head. The mind is a cruel thing. It has the ability to play tricks on us and make us hear and see things that aren't there. My subconscious wants him to be here so my mind has got to be trying to ease the pain that consumes me by giving me a little bit of false hope.
As crazy as it is, I can't help but to imagine maybe it were some kind of sign. What if it is? Could it be? I've heard crazy stories before about two souls that were meant to be, having the ability to call out to one another when they're apart; kind of like twins separated at birth but can feel each others pain and emotions subconsciously. What if it's real and I give up on him? What if me believing he's still alive actually keeps him alive? Can I dig deep down inside and find the will to still hope that it could actually happen? It's a long stretch and may make me crazier than I already am. The question I have to ask myself is would I rather live with the false hope that he could actually survive trying to get back to me or let him go just to avoid feeling crazy and go on living emotionally slaughtered?
In one sense, I have to believe that the supernatural is possible to believe in God. When you choose to believe in a higher power, you accept that the things seeming humanly impossible can actually happen if God wills them to. Can his love for me bring him home? Can our baby bring him home? Can Beau bring him home? I know God himself can, but will he? Like an answer to my question, part of a bible verse comes to me, in paraphrase of course. To have faith the size of a mustard seed can move mountains...
I stand here with the war of questions going on in my mind as the memorial service comes and goes. Everyone begins walking back to their cars, but I continue to stand here, staring straight ahead. "You ready to go sweetie," mom says.
"I'll be there in a few minutes, okay?" She nods and leaves me to myself. I push my shades up on top of my head as the cars leave the cemetery behind. Most of those people will never set foot on this place again until they have to be here for the sole purpose of paying their respects; however, for people like me and Macie this becomes like a second home. I remove the plastic protected piece of paper from the pocket of my white denim jacket and walk closer to the headstone. White is not a standard color to be worn at a funeral, but I had to wear it since my black cotton dress is strapless and it's the middle of February.
Kneeling on my knees, I open the small ziplock bag and remove one of the sonogram photos I was given when I found out I was pregnant. I look down at it, remembering that last day with him. "Hey Brey. I didn't want to tell you this way, but you've left me no other option." Uncontrollable tears spill from my eyes as I try to gather my thoughts. "I'm pregnant. I wanted to wait until you got back to tell you so you could enjoy your trip, but I guess you never got there. I'm sorry. I didn't mean to get pregnant. I was going to take full responsibility and give up cheerleading so you could keep your football dream, but I guess that's no longer an option. You would've been a great football player and an even better dad. I know you would've stood by me and that's why I was going to give it all up. I won't leave you here by yourself. I'll come back everyday and visit. I hope you know how much I love you." Sliding the ultrasound photo back into the plastic bag, I seal it shut.
I begin digging my nails in the grass that grows in front of the headstone, making a hole. I can't see in front of me because my eyes are blurred from not wiping my eyes. I don't see the point because they continue to fall. I don't even know where the tears are coming from anymore. "I want you to have this picture Brey. It's our baby." I place the clear plastic bag containing the photo inside the hole before covering it back up. "Why'd you break your promise Brey? I was counting on you to keep it. You were right about one thing; you've ruined me. I love you more than I love myself; more than anything in this world. I don't know why, but I'll try to wait for you. Please don't make me wait long. I'm begging you Brey. I'll beg all you want, but please don't leave me here alone."
I get that feeling again as if I'm not alone. It makes the hairs on the back of my neck and arms stand up. I really need to get a grip and check back in with reality before I end up in one of those padded rooms by myself. What's even stranger is for a moment some of the pain begins to dwindle. It's like someone is protecting me, but I can't see them. I refuse to freak myself out. I believe in the existence of angels and demons because I believe in God, but I just can't believe in ghosts or spirits being left behind when their bodies parish. Maybe I need to go back to bed. Clearly my mind is way out in left field. I'm upset and hurt and and my emotions are all over the place.
I stand for another moment before I can make myself walk away. Have you ever wished you could just pick one moment in your life and press rewind so you can go back and change it? I would go back to the night I bought those tickets and press delete or even change my mind the morning he asked me to go with him. Both ways would bring us to one outcome dead or alive; together. I walk up to the headstone, bend down and kiss the jagged stone. "Bye Brey. Always remember you're my one and only. No one will ever replace you. You have my heart and my soul, leaving the only thing remaining as being my body. Don't miss me too much." I run my fingertips along the top and turn to leave, unsure of where I want to go from here.
Official Trailer!!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4sewk...
Excerpt:
I'm exhausted. I don't even want to get out of bed, but today is Breyson's memorial service. I stand from the bed and look at my small figure in the mirror. I've lost weight from the constant pregnancy sickness and not being able to eat from the depression. I have done nothing but lay in the bed in his oversized tee shirt. My hair is dirty and I haven't showered since I got home from the hospital.
A knock sounds at my door and opens before I can respond. One look at me and Adalynn allows a tear to fall down her face. I haven't spoken with her or anyone else for that matter. "Why didn't you tell me?" One sentence and I know exactly what she's referring to. "Don't shut me out Kinzleigh. I can help you get through all of this, but only if you let me in."
I feel numb. Everything she says goes in one ear and out the other; nothing sticks. My energy has completely left me. I don't even have the energy to shower which is why I haven't. I feel like someone walked by, reached inside and removed my soul from the confinements of my body; leaving nothing but a shell. Tears have become an expectation on a regular basis. I don't even try to wipe them away anymore.
I just stare at her blankly; no expressions to give. She walks over to me and wraps me in her arms. Her outfit goes with the way I feel; black and dark; the symbolic color for death. "When did you find out?"
I don't want to think about the baby right now. I like pretending it's not there. "After we dropped Breyson off at the airport." I can't even say it without crying all over again. I still can't believe this has become my life. How am I supposed to go back to school or cheerleading? I'll never be happy again.
She tightens her hold around me. "I'll never tell anyone until you're ready. You know I'll help you right? You don't have to go through this alone; any of it. You're my best friend and you're family to me." I know she expects the Kinzleigh she knows and loves to come back at some point, but that girl is long gone; a vapor in the wind. All I can do is recluse inside myself and try to hold on to what little bit of sanity I have left. "Come on and I'll help you get ready. You need a bath."
As embarrassing as it was to have someone help you bathe, I can't seem to find the will to care. I guess times like these are when you discover who your true friends are. I pull on my long black maxi dress and a pair of sunglasses to hide my reddened eyes. I imagine to an outsider I look like I'm on drugs. Since I've been taking my nausea medication I don't get sick as often, but I can't seem to eat either. I'm getting thinner as the days go on and my clothes are getting big, but I can't eat. I'm doing good to get down one bowl of soup a day and that's only for the baby's sake.
We pull up at the cemetery and walk over to the headstone beside Beau's, that is now waiting with his name etched on it. An open casket service wasn't necessary since there is no body. I come to stand in front of the headstone and read the letters etched into the stone.
Breyson Patrick Abercrombie
October 2, 1995-February 3,2014
Forever remembered by the ones you love
The preacher starts his speech; one that he has said a million times I'm sure. It seems too practiced and frankly, not good enough. I just stare at the headstone in front of me picturing my beautiful boy. I close my eyes and allow myself to go to my happy place while the words and sadness flow around me. Come back to me Breyson. Let me feel you. If not in body, then in spirit. I need you to keep me going. I don't have the strength to do it myself. The salty tears run down my face, underneath my shades.
I'm here baby. I'm trying to get to you. Please don't give up on me. I need you to remember our love. I need you to keep going. Wait for me.... My eyes shoot open and I feel like I'm going to pass out. I must be having a mental breakdown because I swear on everything I feel like there is someone near me and I have never been one of those people that believe in ghosts. I'm a realist, but I promise on my life I heard Breyson's beautiful voice in my head. The mind is a cruel thing. It has the ability to play tricks on us and make us hear and see things that aren't there. My subconscious wants him to be here so my mind has got to be trying to ease the pain that consumes me by giving me a little bit of false hope.
As crazy as it is, I can't help but to imagine maybe it were some kind of sign. What if it is? Could it be? I've heard crazy stories before about two souls that were meant to be, having the ability to call out to one another when they're apart; kind of like twins separated at birth but can feel each others pain and emotions subconsciously. What if it's real and I give up on him? What if me believing he's still alive actually keeps him alive? Can I dig deep down inside and find the will to still hope that it could actually happen? It's a long stretch and may make me crazier than I already am. The question I have to ask myself is would I rather live with the false hope that he could actually survive trying to get back to me or let him go just to avoid feeling crazy and go on living emotionally slaughtered?
In one sense, I have to believe that the supernatural is possible to believe in God. When you choose to believe in a higher power, you accept that the things seeming humanly impossible can actually happen if God wills them to. Can his love for me bring him home? Can our baby bring him home? Can Beau bring him home? I know God himself can, but will he? Like an answer to my question, part of a bible verse comes to me, in paraphrase of course. To have faith the size of a mustard seed can move mountains...
I stand here with the war of questions going on in my mind as the memorial service comes and goes. Everyone begins walking back to their cars, but I continue to stand here, staring straight ahead. "You ready to go sweetie," mom says.
"I'll be there in a few minutes, okay?" She nods and leaves me to myself. I push my shades up on top of my head as the cars leave the cemetery behind. Most of those people will never set foot on this place again until they have to be here for the sole purpose of paying their respects; however, for people like me and Macie this becomes like a second home. I remove the plastic protected piece of paper from the pocket of my white denim jacket and walk closer to the headstone. White is not a standard color to be worn at a funeral, but I had to wear it since my black cotton dress is strapless and it's the middle of February.
Kneeling on my knees, I open the small ziplock bag and remove one of the sonogram photos I was given when I found out I was pregnant. I look down at it, remembering that last day with him. "Hey Brey. I didn't want to tell you this way, but you've left me no other option." Uncontrollable tears spill from my eyes as I try to gather my thoughts. "I'm pregnant. I wanted to wait until you got back to tell you so you could enjoy your trip, but I guess you never got there. I'm sorry. I didn't mean to get pregnant. I was going to take full responsibility and give up cheerleading so you could keep your football dream, but I guess that's no longer an option. You would've been a great football player and an even better dad. I know you would've stood by me and that's why I was going to give it all up. I won't leave you here by yourself. I'll come back everyday and visit. I hope you know how much I love you." Sliding the ultrasound photo back into the plastic bag, I seal it shut.
I begin digging my nails in the grass that grows in front of the headstone, making a hole. I can't see in front of me because my eyes are blurred from not wiping my eyes. I don't see the point because they continue to fall. I don't even know where the tears are coming from anymore. "I want you to have this picture Brey. It's our baby." I place the clear plastic bag containing the photo inside the hole before covering it back up. "Why'd you break your promise Brey? I was counting on you to keep it. You were right about one thing; you've ruined me. I love you more than I love myself; more than anything in this world. I don't know why, but I'll try to wait for you. Please don't make me wait long. I'm begging you Brey. I'll beg all you want, but please don't leave me here alone."
I get that feeling again as if I'm not alone. It makes the hairs on the back of my neck and arms stand up. I really need to get a grip and check back in with reality before I end up in one of those padded rooms by myself. What's even stranger is for a moment some of the pain begins to dwindle. It's like someone is protecting me, but I can't see them. I refuse to freak myself out. I believe in the existence of angels and demons because I believe in God, but I just can't believe in ghosts or spirits being left behind when their bodies parish. Maybe I need to go back to bed. Clearly my mind is way out in left field. I'm upset and hurt and and my emotions are all over the place.
I stand for another moment before I can make myself walk away. Have you ever wished you could just pick one moment in your life and press rewind so you can go back and change it? I would go back to the night I bought those tickets and press delete or even change my mind the morning he asked me to go with him. Both ways would bring us to one outcome dead or alive; together. I walk up to the headstone, bend down and kiss the jagged stone. "Bye Brey. Always remember you're my one and only. No one will ever replace you. You have my heart and my soul, leaving the only thing remaining as being my body. Don't miss me too much." I run my fingertips along the top and turn to leave, unsure of where I want to go from here.
July 11, 2016
I would've given this book one stars but Breyson saved it.
The truth is I really just read Breyson's P.O.V and I skipped most of Kinzleigh's P.O.V. I know that she was grieving for Breyson but what she did for the rest of the book I didn't like at all.
This is why Breyson is a great hero one of my favorite lines was:
"I may die a lonely man, but it sure as hell won't be because I didn't fight. Nah, fuck that. The best things in life are worth fighting for. If my kid is walking around calling someone else daddy, it's going to be because my body has turned to dust. He better enjoy getting to touch her now, because dooms day has arrived and I'm taking back what's mine."
I liked Kinzleigh but sometimes I just wanted to slap her upside the head. But when she make crazy, hormonal, impulse decisions I just wanted to shake her say don't do that its to fast. She thought that she knows what the right thing to do was. Which it wasn't so what she should do is whenever she thinking about doing something she should just do the opposite.
Oh hell's No I don't like the main characters having sex with other people. But Breyson had amnesia he didn't know who he was so the girl he had sex with I don't think that's cheating but Kinzleigh it's another story When she found out that she was pregnant Breyson had his accident and she thought that he was gone that was sad. But the hole book she was pregnant and grieving so how can she just move on so fast. He wasn't even gone a year before she gets with Preston what the hell is with that. Who gets engaged so fast and so young it just feel so wrong. Someone that is that young that's who.
I never liked Preston in Accepting Fate and he made me hate him more in this book. F**king Preston I truly hate him.
What the hell was that cliffhanger Kinzleigh just doesn't make sense what the hellos wrong with her. She thought that Breyson was dead which he's not so are they living happily ever after NOPE because she told him that she's going to stay with Preston for a stupid reason. And now he has to fight for her I hate that shit.
I'm so scared to read the last book. I know for damn sure that she is going to make my head hurt more.
{MY LIKE SCALE}
Romance: 2/5 (THE HOLE BOOK THEY WERE APART)
Drama: 2/5 (A LOT OF THAT)
Cover: 4/5 (NICE COVER)
Kinzleigh: 3/5 (SHE TOTALLY F**K IT UP IN MY EYES)
Breyson: 5/5 (I LOVE HIM HE'S A GREAT HERO)
Writings: 3/5 (OKAY STORY)
Humour: 3/5 (NEED MORE)
Hotness: 2/5 (NO NO NO WITH OTHER PEOPLE NOT A FAN AT ALL AND NONE WITH EACH OTHER)
HEA:
July 6, 2014
What an emotionally beautiful read. This is the second book in the Fate Series and I have to say that I just keep falling more in love with Charisse’s writing. She is amazingly talented and it’s hard to believe that she has only been writing for such a short time. Her words only get better with time.
Twisting Fate broke my heart a few times but also made me smile and laugh. The pain that these two have been through is so much for one to handle. Almost too much. It’s sad to see these characters struggle with heartbreak and try to move on with life. Kinz is so strong and you just have to admire her for that. The end of this book leaves her in a twisted, tough situation and I’m sure it will keep the readers biting their nails until the 3rd book comes out. How can it not? There is still so much to figure out and piece together. I just know it will all be beautiful in the end.
Breyson just continues to steal my heart. You can just feel the love and pain he has inside and it all seems so raw and real. He really is a beautiful character and I’m sure a lot of girls will continue to fall head over heels for him again in Twisting and all the way up to Lasting Fate. I fell hard for him in Accepted and I have to say that I still felt the same about him in Twisting. He struggles a lot throughout this book and it’s hard to see him hurting but I have a feeling it will all be worth it in the end.
Kinz. Oh my goodness. That strong, beautiful woman. There is no way I would be able to go through what she went through and survive. It hurts my heart to even imagine the pain she had to deal with throughout Twisting. Not to mention being pregnant all at the same time. She is faced with a few tough decisions and I can see why she chose to make the ones that she did. I won’t give too much away but her heart led her to the right place when needed the most. If not, then she wouldn’t have been able to heal a bit. Even though she was never fully healed at least she was living. I can only imagine that even breathing through all her pain had to hurt. That’s why the ending makes things so much harder. She really just has to listen to her heart and take us on the journey through Lasting Fate. I’m sure the last book will take us all on a rollercoaster of a ride and I can’t wait to jump on. I really have fallen for every one of the characters in this series and I cannot wait to see where the next book takes us.
This is a beautiful, heartfelt story of pain, healing and everlasting love. Charisse does a beautiful job of making the readers feel what the characters are feeling. It’s absolutely beautiful and I’m happy to have been able to read her beautiful words. Do not miss out on Breyson and Kinzleigh’s story.
July 5, 2014
AMAZING!!!! This book took me on an emotional journey! Keep in mind this is a series, so no not all things are tied up with a bow, jeez! This book is darker and it is for a reason, kinz and brey's POV once again are present in this book and I love how you get drawn into all of their emotions and just feel for these characters! It's a heart wrenching and frustrating book at times, but that's the sign of an amazing book for me, to pull me so into their world, that I am riding the roller coaster of joys and sorrows right along with them. It's so hard to not give any spoilers and tell you how amazing this book is, but you'll be rooting for them, your heart will break, you'll experience the emotions of broken families, you'll see guilt and struggles to move on, you'll see happiness and you'll see perseverance. Most importantly, you'll be chomping at the bit to read the next book, just like I am! Also once again, the amazing support characters are just begging to have books written about them and I personally can't wait! They add so much to the story and give you that sense of family and friendship that just ties everything together so perfectly!
I am partial to Ryland and here's one of my favorite lines
'"I advise you to walk the fuck away, Lexi. When you mess with Kinzleigh, you mess with my family. I protect what's mine. You're about to place yourself in a man's shoes. Are you sure you want to do that?" I haven't heard that voice in so long. It's like a trigger to things that have been locked away lately, but it's also like coming home. Ryland.
Another favorite quote that broke my heart, but made me smile.
' Always on target when I need him, Bryce makes himself known inside my womb. The little flutters only become noticeable when I'm still, but always when I need him; always when I'm lost over Breyson. "How do you always know when I need you," I ask in a low whisper as I place my hand over my small swollen belly. I'm not sure, but maybe Bryce is meant to be my saving grace in dealing with Breyson's death. The lord giveth and the lord taketh away.'
This book is amazing. You will laugh, cry, get mad, have your heart ripped out, have it stomped on and torn to pieces and then slowly bit by bit have it put back together. I can't wait to see where it all leads. Must read!! Thank God the next book comes out in November!
I am partial to Ryland and here's one of my favorite lines
'"I advise you to walk the fuck away, Lexi. When you mess with Kinzleigh, you mess with my family. I protect what's mine. You're about to place yourself in a man's shoes. Are you sure you want to do that?" I haven't heard that voice in so long. It's like a trigger to things that have been locked away lately, but it's also like coming home. Ryland.
Another favorite quote that broke my heart, but made me smile.
' Always on target when I need him, Bryce makes himself known inside my womb. The little flutters only become noticeable when I'm still, but always when I need him; always when I'm lost over Breyson. "How do you always know when I need you," I ask in a low whisper as I place my hand over my small swollen belly. I'm not sure, but maybe Bryce is meant to be my saving grace in dealing with Breyson's death. The lord giveth and the lord taketh away.'
This book is amazing. You will laugh, cry, get mad, have your heart ripped out, have it stomped on and torn to pieces and then slowly bit by bit have it put back together. I can't wait to see where it all leads. Must read!! Thank God the next book comes out in November!
July 6, 2014
Full review tomorrow. Need to sleep on it :'( :'( :'( :'( :'(
MAY CONTAIN SPOILERS!!
OK, so I've slept on it, I've even been stewing over it all day, and I'm..
AHHHHH!!! Seriously! I was soo excited about this being released, I even done a little jig!
Buuutt... Great TWIST (hehe) bringing Preston back, but I wanted to punch his face in!
I found Kinzleigh annoying this time round. I get that her soul mate was gone, and she was depressed but.. Gooooddd!! I don't know.
I can't even make a decision on her. I know she's young, and she was hormonal and horny, but how could she do that?
Now I know Breyson wasn't innocent either, but to be fair, he didn't even know his own name so TECHNICALLY he didn't do anything wrong. BRYCE did.
(Yeah, I'm covering for him. I LOVE HIM!! )
The visions he had were pretty cool, and they did seem realistic - they are possible, who am I to judge?
I'm glad he was back in time for the birth of his son.
I really hope in book 3, Kinzleigh sees sense and doesn't stay with Preston.
Charisse Spiers You are amazing!!
MAY CONTAIN SPOILERS!!
OK, so I've slept on it, I've even been stewing over it all day, and I'm..
AHHHHH!!! Seriously! I was soo excited about this being released, I even done a little jig!
Buuutt... Great TWIST (hehe) bringing Preston back, but I wanted to punch his face in!
I found Kinzleigh annoying this time round. I get that her soul mate was gone, and she was depressed but.. Gooooddd!! I don't know.
I can't even make a decision on her. I know she's young, and she was hormonal and horny, but how could she do that?
Now I know Breyson wasn't innocent either, but to be fair, he didn't even know his own name so TECHNICALLY he didn't do anything wrong. BRYCE did.
(Yeah, I'm covering for him. I LOVE HIM!! )
The visions he had were pretty cool, and they did seem realistic - they are possible, who am I to judge?
I'm glad he was back in time for the birth of his son.
I really hope in book 3, Kinzleigh sees sense and doesn't stay with Preston.
Charisse Spiers You are amazing!!
July 1, 2014
I was told to give an honest opinion so here goes. I was MAD most of the book and said, "NOOOOOOOOOOOO" and questioned "WHYYYYYYYYYYY" as the characters' fates were, as the title says, twisted. After falling in love with Kinzleigh and Breyson in book #1, Accepted Fate, you get attached to them emotionally and when they cry, you cry; or when they make crazy, hormonal, impulse decisions you want to slap them upside the head. This book kept me on my toes, and I'm already anxious to see what lies ahead in the next chapter of their lives in book #3 Lasting Fate.
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July 5, 2014
Love this so far!Can't wait until It's all finished.
September 26, 2014
Wow! Just freak ing OMG! Not wat I was expecting AT ALL. Twisting Fate completely changed the game hoping for the happily ever after. It kept me waiting, guessing, anticipating, then BAM! Knocked me straight on my ass. I mean seriously this was one book I waited diligently for because of how book 1 ended. But damn..ok ok...here we go.
Of course my Kenz is heartbroken after discovering her pregnancy then losing the love of her life/baby's father Breyson. I was torn up over the video he sent her, but I think I needed to read about her pain in the beginning of the book. I hated it, loved it, and just kept going trying to see how she would come out of it all. Family and friends try to get through to her but really how can u ease that kind of pain? So she closes herself off, blaming herself for everything. I didn't see anything for her in sight...BUT wat do yah know? A love triangle forms! Yes! I said it! And how'd I feel? Pissed. I was heartbroken about some of the decisions she made, but that is wat she felt was best for her. She couldn't move on until Preston walked into her life offering her his heart and everything a young and scared teenage mother could ever dream of...le sigh. I can't even...
Now my Breyson, BREY, god I love him. He's stuck in a world he doesn't know, with only dreams of a girl and whispers in the night. He did things that absolutely made me sick, but he didn't know how wrong those choices were, so wat I do? Cut him so,e slack, because if I kno Brey it's that he will never let me down...and he doesn't. He fought hard for answers and came out the winner with doing everything he could to get back to Kenz. His memory restored he does something that had me crying and completed the promise he made to a women for her child, before ever going after what he really wanted. That's a real man right there if I do say so myself...
Of course we get another cliffy, but this time it ended in hope that Kenz and Breyson actually get there HEA. I have no idea whose going to come out of this without a few scratches but I'd do anything for this young couple to make it. Fabulous job Charisse! Keep going girl and give us another round to knock us completely away!
5 FREAKN STARS! HECK YEAH!!!
Of course my Kenz is heartbroken after discovering her pregnancy then losing the love of her life/baby's father Breyson. I was torn up over the video he sent her, but I think I needed to read about her pain in the beginning of the book. I hated it, loved it, and just kept going trying to see how she would come out of it all. Family and friends try to get through to her but really how can u ease that kind of pain? So she closes herself off, blaming herself for everything. I didn't see anything for her in sight...BUT wat do yah know? A love triangle forms! Yes! I said it! And how'd I feel? Pissed. I was heartbroken about some of the decisions she made, but that is wat she felt was best for her. She couldn't move on until Preston walked into her life offering her his heart and everything a young and scared teenage mother could ever dream of...le sigh. I can't even...
Now my Breyson, BREY, god I love him. He's stuck in a world he doesn't know, with only dreams of a girl and whispers in the night. He did things that absolutely made me sick, but he didn't know how wrong those choices were, so wat I do? Cut him so,e slack, because if I kno Brey it's that he will never let me down...and he doesn't. He fought hard for answers and came out the winner with doing everything he could to get back to Kenz. His memory restored he does something that had me crying and completed the promise he made to a women for her child, before ever going after what he really wanted. That's a real man right there if I do say so myself...
Of course we get another cliffy, but this time it ended in hope that Kenz and Breyson actually get there HEA. I have no idea whose going to come out of this without a few scratches but I'd do anything for this young couple to make it. Fabulous job Charisse! Keep going girl and give us another round to knock us completely away!
5 FREAKN STARS! HECK YEAH!!!
September 13, 2015
Ugh, first of I've been trying to figure out how "it" went from being in U.S. to Spain?? I miss something? Why couldn't they have aired on the news to see if anyone knew "B"? This book ate at me so bad, not to mention his unacceptable actions but under the circumstances I guess you can't hold it against him but I hated every minute of it! I just wanted B where he belonged! Kinzleigh drives me nuts with the "anyone I love I lose" Turn of events put her in the company of Preston once again and I want to throat punch her! errrr! "He" wasn't good enough then but is now, how about the tramp that's left behind in Spain? Will she appear again? She said something that caught my attention right away at the beginning that really jumped out at me during the "episode" I so clearly hated. I'm going to express with actions rather than words for this in then at the conclusion I will rant at the conclusion, seems the right way to do it.
KNOCK SOME SENSE IN KINZLEIGH!
KNOCK SOME SENSE IN KINZLEIGH!
July 5, 2014
TRUE LOVE AND SOUL MATES
When I read the first book I fell in love with Brey and Kinz and I couldn't wait for this one to come out. I was not disappointed. I couldn't put the book down and took me all of about five hours to read.
What Brey and Kinz go through when separated is beyond true love and soul mates. It's on a totally heavenly love that they share. If love can be half as powerful as their love then there is still hope.
I recommend this book series to everyone. It is a absolute must read!
When I read the first book I fell in love with Brey and Kinz and I couldn't wait for this one to come out. I was not disappointed. I couldn't put the book down and took me all of about five hours to read.
What Brey and Kinz go through when separated is beyond true love and soul mates. It's on a totally heavenly love that they share. If love can be half as powerful as their love then there is still hope.
I recommend this book series to everyone. It is a absolute must read!
November 21, 2021
Damn, this book ends with Kinzleigh giving birth to their son Bryce. She & Breyson (the hero and heroine) are separated for most of this book, and Kinzleigh spends a good portion of the book actually with another guy. There is both another man & another woman.
Kinzleigh's thought processes at the end of the book really frustrate me--sis, why would u not be with your boyfriend who just came back from the dead?!! Breyson was always your first choice. He survived because of you!
Kinzleigh's thought processes at the end of the book really frustrate me--sis, why would u not be with your boyfriend who just came back from the dead?!! Breyson was always your first choice. He survived because of you!
March 3, 2019
This was an emotional rollercoaster and my heart literally hurts right now!
Twisting Fate by Charisse Spiers
This is the third book in the series and wow just wow what an incredible emotional gutwrenching rollercoaster ride this one turned out to be. I don't like the way you are messing around with Kinzleigh and Brayden it's doing a number on my heart and manicure Charisse!!! Lol 😢 I'm not sure how much more my emotions can endure. You are a skilled storyteller I feel as if I'm there with them experiencing all that life throws them. I feel their laughter, love,joy, pain and soul crushing sorrow. This book wasn't what I expected but lord knows it had me so emotionally invested in what was going to happen next. I was angry ,frustrated, and even cried a few times. I loved the new characters and even the old ones and hope to see them get their own story some day. I must say your ending are going to be the death of me, holy hell really!
I'd give it more than 5 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 if I could.
Twisting Fate by Charisse Spiers
This is the third book in the series and wow just wow what an incredible emotional gutwrenching rollercoaster ride this one turned out to be. I don't like the way you are messing around with Kinzleigh and Brayden it's doing a number on my heart and manicure Charisse!!! Lol 😢 I'm not sure how much more my emotions can endure. You are a skilled storyteller I feel as if I'm there with them experiencing all that life throws them. I feel their laughter, love,joy, pain and soul crushing sorrow. This book wasn't what I expected but lord knows it had me so emotionally invested in what was going to happen next. I was angry ,frustrated, and even cried a few times. I loved the new characters and even the old ones and hope to see them get their own story some day. I must say your ending are going to be the death of me, holy hell really!
I'd give it more than 5 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 if I could.
July 5, 2014
AMAZING!!!! This book took me on an emotional journey! Keep in mind this is a series, so no not all things are tied up with a bow, jeez! This book is darker and it is for a reason, kinz and brey's POV once again are present in this book and I love how you get drawn into all of their emotions and just feel for these characters! It's a heart wrenching and frustrating book at times, but that's the sign of an amazing book for me, to pull me so into their world, that I am riding the roller coaster of joys and sorrows right along with them. It's so hard to not give any spoilers and tell you how amazing this book is, but you'll be rooting for them, your heart will break, you'll experience the emotions of broken families, you'll see guilt and struggles to move on, you'll see happiness and you'll see perseverance. Most importantly, you'll be chomping at the bit to read the next book, just like I am! Also once again, the amazing support characters are just begging to have books written about them and I personally can't wait! They add so much to the story and give you that sense of family and friendship that just ties everything together so perfectly!
I am partial to Ryland and here's one of my favorite lines
'"I advise you to walk the fuck away, Lexi. When you mess with Kinzleigh, you mess with my family. I protect what's mine. You're about to place yourself in a man's shoes. Are you sure you want to do that?" I haven't heard that voice in so long. It's like a trigger to things that have been locked away lately, but it's also like coming home. Ryland.
Another favorite quote that broke my heart, but made me smile.
' Always on target when I need him, Bryce makes himself known inside my womb. The little flutters only become noticeable when I'm still, but always when I need him; always when I'm lost over Breyson. "How do you always know when I need you," I ask in a low whisper as I place my hand over my small swollen belly. I'm not sure, but maybe Bryce is meant to be my saving grace in dealing with Breyson's death. The lord giveth and the lord taketh away.'
This book is amazing. You will laugh, cry, get mad, have your heart ripped out, have it stomped on and torn to pieces and then slowly bit by bit have it put back together. I can't wait to see where it all leads. Must read!! Thank God the next book comes out in November!
I am partial to Ryland and here's one of my favorite lines
'"I advise you to walk the fuck away, Lexi. When you mess with Kinzleigh, you mess with my family. I protect what's mine. You're about to place yourself in a man's shoes. Are you sure you want to do that?" I haven't heard that voice in so long. It's like a trigger to things that have been locked away lately, but it's also like coming home. Ryland.
Another favorite quote that broke my heart, but made me smile.
' Always on target when I need him, Bryce makes himself known inside my womb. The little flutters only become noticeable when I'm still, but always when I need him; always when I'm lost over Breyson. "How do you always know when I need you," I ask in a low whisper as I place my hand over my small swollen belly. I'm not sure, but maybe Bryce is meant to be my saving grace in dealing with Breyson's death. The lord giveth and the lord taketh away.'
This book is amazing. You will laugh, cry, get mad, have your heart ripped out, have it stomped on and torn to pieces and then slowly bit by bit have it put back together. I can't wait to see where it all leads. Must read!! Thank God the next book comes out in November!
August 15, 2014
I'll always find you, 'till death do us part...
A fantastic 5***** read!!!
So anyone that knows me will know that I absolutely adore Charisse Spiers and her writing is the perfect icing on the cake.
I completely fell in love with her debut Accepted Fate
Now, let me start of by saying how distraught I was at the end of Accepted Fate and couldn't wait to find out more after THAT ending... Charisse definitely didn't disappoint with the next instalment of the Fate series. I felt every kind of emotion possible whilst reading Twisting Fate, from hurt to anger, elation and excitement to name just a few.
Twisting Fate picks up directly from where Accepted Fate ended and once again Charisse captures your mind through her story telling and leaves you wanting more.
Seriously I could go into a whole low down on specific events and I really want to... But I'd hate to be the party pooper, I think it's only fair that you experience this for yourselves.
One word I will say is: EMOTIONAL!!!
I'm really looking forward to reading Lasting Fate to see what happens next.
Charisse hurry up and keep them coming... Pretty please <3
A fantastic 5***** read!!!
So anyone that knows me will know that I absolutely adore Charisse Spiers and her writing is the perfect icing on the cake.
I completely fell in love with her debut Accepted Fate
Now, let me start of by saying how distraught I was at the end of Accepted Fate and couldn't wait to find out more after THAT ending... Charisse definitely didn't disappoint with the next instalment of the Fate series. I felt every kind of emotion possible whilst reading Twisting Fate, from hurt to anger, elation and excitement to name just a few.
Twisting Fate picks up directly from where Accepted Fate ended and once again Charisse captures your mind through her story telling and leaves you wanting more.
Seriously I could go into a whole low down on specific events and I really want to... But I'd hate to be the party pooper, I think it's only fair that you experience this for yourselves.
One word I will say is: EMOTIONAL!!!
I'm really looking forward to reading Lasting Fate to see what happens next.
Charisse hurry up and keep them coming... Pretty please <3
July 5, 2014
I came across Accepting fate through Amazon Prime. Borrowed it for free and loved it, so I bought it. I hated the ending of it...I was screaming with tears streaming down my face, "Charisse, how can you do this to Breyson and Kinzleigh!!"
So, the day I knew this book was coming out, I keep refreshing amazon until it final showed up (which was about 3:30 EST), I one-clicked it.
This book is a roller-coaster of emotions. I cried in the beginning, pissed off (and almost threw my phone) in the middle and near the end, and cheered at some scenes through out. If you're on Charisse's Facebook page, you'll see my post on it from where I was commenting on the book while I was reading it.
This is a book about soul-mates. About what you go through when you're separated from your soul-mate.
Oh, and I have never hated a character as much as I hate Preston. I hated him in Accepting Fate and he made he hate him more than this book (sorry Charisse). When he told her, "I'll never try to replace him". I yelled, "BS" (well, the full word).
And I wanted to slap Kinzleigh in the end. I was hoping for happiness in this book, but wasn't looking for it considering that I knew there is another book after this one. So, don't go looking for happiness in this book because you won't find it. This book doesn't have a HEA, but Charisse told me that "it'll all be worth it". I hope so :p
I cannot wait until Lasting Fate in November.
So, the day I knew this book was coming out, I keep refreshing amazon until it final showed up (which was about 3:30 EST), I one-clicked it.
This book is a roller-coaster of emotions. I cried in the beginning, pissed off (and almost threw my phone) in the middle and near the end, and cheered at some scenes through out. If you're on Charisse's Facebook page, you'll see my post on it from where I was commenting on the book while I was reading it.
This is a book about soul-mates. About what you go through when you're separated from your soul-mate.
Oh, and I have never hated a character as much as I hate Preston. I hated him in Accepting Fate and he made he hate him more than this book (sorry Charisse). When he told her, "I'll never try to replace him". I yelled, "BS" (well, the full word).
And I wanted to slap Kinzleigh in the end. I was hoping for happiness in this book, but wasn't looking for it considering that I knew there is another book after this one. So, don't go looking for happiness in this book because you won't find it. This book doesn't have a HEA, but Charisse told me that "it'll all be worth it". I hope so :p
I cannot wait until Lasting Fate in November.
November 2, 2014
This was a really great book. It made me happy but also pissed me off. Kinzleigh is heartbroken and devastated. She is pregnant and the boy she loves is dead. Breyson was her soulmate and she felt such a deep and wonderful love for this man. But we realize that Breyson isn't dead, he is the lone survivor. But he has amnesia and he doesn't know who he is. He's washed ashore in Spain and is lucky to have someone to help him. He does keep seeing Kinzleigh in his mind but he's not sure if they are real or his imagination. Kinzleigh has given up her dreams so the son she created with Breyson can live and have a life. She knows that she will never love another person like she did Brey, he was her everything. But Preston kept his promise, he came back for Kinzleigh.
Kinzleigh - I like the girl but sometimes I just want to smack her upside the head. She thinks she knows the "right" thing to do. Breyson is still a wonderful person, he broke my heart alittle but I think him and Kinzleigh should be together. Preston is a wonderful person and he really goes out of his way for her. But being in love and loving someone are completely different. Being scared is not a reason to do certain things and making decisions.
Now I have to wait till November to find out what that crazy girl is going to do. Definitely worth the read but expect the highs and lows.
Kinzleigh - I like the girl but sometimes I just want to smack her upside the head. She thinks she knows the "right" thing to do. Breyson is still a wonderful person, he broke my heart alittle but I think him and Kinzleigh should be together. Preston is a wonderful person and he really goes out of his way for her. But being in love and loving someone are completely different. Being scared is not a reason to do certain things and making decisions.
Now I have to wait till November to find out what that crazy girl is going to do. Definitely worth the read but expect the highs and lows.
February 9, 2015
This is book two in the Fate series by Charisse Spiers. I had come across this series by "happenstance" when Amazon pulled it up as a recommendation for me to read. I gobbled up book one and was glad that book two was already out so I could jump right in.
In Twisting - the love story between Kinzleigh and Breyson continues and while they are young they are soul mates - recognizing in each other the other half of themselves.
Charisse Spiers weaves quite the cliffhanger into this book - which left me in tears wanting to throw my Kindle at the wall.
I wept for a WEEK about characters in a book - but that's just how real Ms. Spiers writes. Her descriptions- just like in book one are rich. You can feel the angst. Charisse easily captures a teen girls heart yet in equal measures wrote the male character of this story with ease.
I highly recommend this book.
In Twisting - the love story between Kinzleigh and Breyson continues and while they are young they are soul mates - recognizing in each other the other half of themselves.
Charisse Spiers weaves quite the cliffhanger into this book - which left me in tears wanting to throw my Kindle at the wall.
I wept for a WEEK about characters in a book - but that's just how real Ms. Spiers writes. Her descriptions- just like in book one are rich. You can feel the angst. Charisse easily captures a teen girls heart yet in equal measures wrote the male character of this story with ease.
I highly recommend this book.
September 14, 2014
I can forgoe all the pain and sorrow in this book due to the fact that it has such a fantastic storyline and kept me gripped throughout the entire book. I can't begin to imagine what Kingsleigh went through upon hearing about Breysons death, learning to live with the fact that she'll never see him again, only for him to re-appear 8 or so months later. I truly hope they'll end up back together again, where they belong but that doesn't stop me from feeling sorry for Preston. I couldn't warm to him in the first book as he came across cocky and sure of himself but he surpassed all my expectations in this book as he took Kingsleigh on, knowing she will always love Breyson.
June 9, 2015
How do you continue to live when the love of your life, your soul mate, is believed to be dead. I can fathom having to go through this, But Kinzleigh does. I think of part of her dies with Breyson. Knowing she is carrying his child, she fights to be strong, this baby is all she has left of him. She knows Breyson has her heart so she has nothing left to give. That day at the cemetery she made a promise to God, if he brought Breyson back, she would let him go. She believes she is cursed, that anyone she loves is damaged and will suffer. Now that he fought his amnesia, and has finally made his way back to her, will she be able to keep up her end of the deal?
November 1, 2015
Twisting Fate
It is such a beautiful story with all the twists and turns written in by Charisse Spiers. This was so beautiful as you read how Breyson and Kinzliegh deal with their losses after the plane crash. Months after Breyson comes back to Kinzliegh and witnesses their son being born. I can't wait to read the next book to see how everything works out. You need tissues as you navigate the twists and turns. This series is awesome!
It is such a beautiful story with all the twists and turns written in by Charisse Spiers. This was so beautiful as you read how Breyson and Kinzliegh deal with their losses after the plane crash. Months after Breyson comes back to Kinzliegh and witnesses their son being born. I can't wait to read the next book to see how everything works out. You need tissues as you navigate the twists and turns. This series is awesome!
July 4, 2014
This book was insane!!! It took my emotions for a wild ride!! After how the first book ended and how this book started I couldn't stop crying haha. I love Brey & Kinz and in this book they go through so much but hence the name Twisting Fate :) I am so excited for the 3rd book Lasting Fate :) FANTASTIC JOB CHARISSE SPIERS!!!
July 26, 2014
I'd recommend this book so much it was a totally emotional roller coaster ride full of the most amazing highs and lows I've ever read this author is fantastic and I for one will be looking out for any books from her my only complaint is I have to wait for the next book with baited breath yet again a fantastic read
August 1, 2014
loving this series but gutted I have to wait till November for the final part of their chapter kinzleigh has got on my nerves a little bit but I hope she comes to het senses bryce is so worth it I think I'm in love ;-) x
July 6, 2014
I literally can't cope with this book and I cried reading this! My favourite books and I cannot wait until lasting fate comes out, kinzleigh and Breyson are perfect together! I don't really like Preston:-( Breyson is my fav! This book deserves 11/10 stars so fab!
July 5, 2014
Absolutely amazing
I loved this book as much as the first. definitely top two books I have read and 're read. it was so emotional and had me on edge until the very end. I loved that we got different point of views from everyone's side as well. I can not wait until the last book.
I loved this book as much as the first. definitely top two books I have read and 're read. it was so emotional and had me on edge until the very end. I loved that we got different point of views from everyone's side as well. I can not wait until the last book.
May 29, 2015
Awesome read
I felt as if I was Kenz! The twists in this book is unreal! It kept me on my toes reading, never knowing what would happen next! Buying # 3 now!! I can't wait to finish Brey and Kenz story!!!
I felt as if I was Kenz! The twists in this book is unreal! It kept me on my toes reading, never knowing what would happen next! Buying # 3 now!! I can't wait to finish Brey and Kenz story!!!
July 14, 2015
What a twist...
Buy all three books before starting. I just wanted to go to the end of the story to see how it ends. I couldn't believe what I was reading. I kept praying for Kinzleigh and Breyson not to give up on their visions of each other.
Buy all three books before starting. I just wanted to go to the end of the story to see how it ends. I couldn't believe what I was reading. I kept praying for Kinzleigh and Breyson not to give up on their visions of each other.
July 5, 2014
Absolutley loved the 2nd book in this series, how much more will kinz & brey have to go thru, i do love preston too... U need to write faster charisse
July 6, 2014
This book is absolutely amazing!! It is just as breathtaking as the first!!! I cannot wait for book 3!!!
July 7, 2014
OMG! So not how I saw the direction of this one going. Great follow up - I wish it was November so I read the ending now!
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