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Paradox Ink Trilogy #1
5 Words
I don’t live in the dark. I know that I have been dealt a shitty hand, I play it though and move forward. I don’t want to own stock in pain. I don’t want my pain to be worse than another’s, or my story to be harsher. I don’t want any of it, its just what I was given in life.
I mourn her, every minute of the day. In sleep, in work and in fun… at every turn I see the cherub grin and deep brown curls of the love of my life. Kace Deja Sullivan was almost three when she vanished from my life.
Now I wait each day for word that she will come home, somehow. I have no time for love or relationships. I run a successful tattoo shop in Gig Harbor and have the best crew in the state. I have friends that never falter… and I have the memories of one night where I almost had Mya.
I cannot offer her anything, I am broken and living only to do right by my daughter. I am not happy, but I am content. Mya wants answers and commitments, even my heart and I can’t allow her to see the truth of what I am. In the event that fate wants to mess with me some more, I don’t think Mya could take the heat- hell I don’t think I can.
I am not Sam Sullivan, I am Sully and I will forever be alone.
I mourn her, every minute of the day. In sleep, in work and in fun… at every turn I see the cherub grin and deep brown curls of the love of my life. Kace Deja Sullivan was almost three when she vanished from my life.
Now I wait each day for word that she will come home, somehow. I have no time for love or relationships. I run a successful tattoo shop in Gig Harbor and have the best crew in the state. I have friends that never falter… and I have the memories of one night where I almost had Mya.
I cannot offer her anything, I am broken and living only to do right by my daughter. I am not happy, but I am content. Mya wants answers and commitments, even my heart and I can’t allow her to see the truth of what I am. In the event that fate wants to mess with me some more, I don’t think Mya could take the heat- hell I don’t think I can.
I am not Sam Sullivan, I am Sully and I will forever be alone.
152 pages, Kindle Edition
Published March 12, 2019
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March 12, 2019
I was lucky enough to get an ARC of this book and Melanie has done it again! If you were not already a huge Sam "Sully" Sullivan fan after being introduced to him in the TAT series you will be now. He is going to make you sad, mad and break your heart but you will finish the book still loving him and ready for the next book. Mya is a sweet, brave, and so strong. I can't wait to get to know her more in the next books. She is just what Sully needs. Melanie has a way of bringing her characters to life and you end up feeling it all. It was also wonderful to have our TAT family back! That is one strong and loyal family!!!
March 15, 2019
This book right here just tore my heart out....I mean seriously I'm broken right now. I loved this so much and can't wait to get the next book in the trilogy like NOW!!
Just going to say it would help if you've read Melanie's (TAT: Series first) it will help follow with the storyline and characters mentioned in this book. I think it would benefit to you as a reader.
I seriously have waited a bit to write this review because I don't know how I'm going to write it out and still don't so I'm going to wing it I guess. I'm really an emotional wreck right now....that's how much this book effected myself.
Sully (Sam) Sullivan is a broken man for sure but not for reasons most would think. He is missing someone so close to his heart that it's soul crushing for him. He is missing his favorite color. His everything, his reason for breathing. His Kace...."sigh" it's just so heartbreaking to put into words what he must be going through. He goes through motions of living day in and day out but, that's all it is. Until a 21 year old little sister to his bestfriend comes along Amyah Dorian (Mya).
Mya has her sights set on the tattoo artist Sully. One drunken night on Patron she might just get her wish and get him maybe?? Mya turns out to be his rock in news that comes to light she beside him the whole way. But what happens when he pushes her away and tells her not to wait on him?? She was supposed to be his new favorite color. She is his butterfly and he's her crow. I mean I'm so torn and again I need the next book like NOW I can't express that enough.
You are going to ugly cry reading this book so warning have kleenex at the ready. And that damn letter at the end....BOOM heartbreak!!
I loved each heading in each chapter of this book, all the song lyrics and trying to guess who sang what, and what song it was. She used "The Crow and the Butterfly" by Shinedown as one of the songs and it means something different to everyone and it's one of my top 5 songs of all time. So I will leave this review with two lines from the song and end this review. Just know that I highly recommend this author and her books. They are all emotional roller coaster rides and just brilliantly done.
Last quote..... "Just like a crow. Chasing the butterfly....Dandelions lost in the summer sky!"
Thanks Jamie Nibarger Ellis
Just going to say it would help if you've read Melanie's (TAT: Series first) it will help follow with the storyline and characters mentioned in this book. I think it would benefit to you as a reader.
I seriously have waited a bit to write this review because I don't know how I'm going to write it out and still don't so I'm going to wing it I guess. I'm really an emotional wreck right now....that's how much this book effected myself.
Sully (Sam) Sullivan is a broken man for sure but not for reasons most would think. He is missing someone so close to his heart that it's soul crushing for him. He is missing his favorite color. His everything, his reason for breathing. His Kace...."sigh" it's just so heartbreaking to put into words what he must be going through. He goes through motions of living day in and day out but, that's all it is. Until a 21 year old little sister to his bestfriend comes along Amyah Dorian (Mya).
Mya has her sights set on the tattoo artist Sully. One drunken night on Patron she might just get her wish and get him maybe?? Mya turns out to be his rock in news that comes to light she beside him the whole way. But what happens when he pushes her away and tells her not to wait on him?? She was supposed to be his new favorite color. She is his butterfly and he's her crow. I mean I'm so torn and again I need the next book like NOW I can't express that enough.
You are going to ugly cry reading this book so warning have kleenex at the ready. And that damn letter at the end....BOOM heartbreak!!
I loved each heading in each chapter of this book, all the song lyrics and trying to guess who sang what, and what song it was. She used "The Crow and the Butterfly" by Shinedown as one of the songs and it means something different to everyone and it's one of my top 5 songs of all time. So I will leave this review with two lines from the song and end this review. Just know that I highly recommend this author and her books. They are all emotional roller coaster rides and just brilliantly done.
Last quote..... "Just like a crow. Chasing the butterfly....Dandelions lost in the summer sky!"
Thanks Jamie Nibarger Ellis
March 14, 2019
Wow
Sooooooo goooood ladies sully is ny next book boyfriend. Tats tall sexy funny heart of gold. Gtreat job Melanie cant wait for the next book.
Sooooooo goooood ladies sully is ny next book boyfriend. Tats tall sexy funny heart of gold. Gtreat job Melanie cant wait for the next book.
March 29, 2019
This book ripped my heart out, stomped on it, set it on fire, threw it in a freezer, poked it with needles then all of a sudden slapped it back in my chest before pulling it straight back out again. Melanie is great at writing raw, emotional stories. The kind that stick with you. That are relatable in so many different ways. Who hasn't lost someone they love? Who has never had something bad happen to them or loved one? Life is messy and perfectly imperfect and Melanie Walker has the gift to write about it. She is also great at giving hope, at showing how no matter how bad things get there is a light at the end of the tunnel. As a parent, this book got me in the feel goods. I actually had to put the book down and go hug my daughter a few times. I had to reassure myself that she was still with me. The pain of losing a child is something I pray that I never suffer. I wouldn't survive it. I pray no one ever has to go through that again. This book shows all the dark portions of grief and bone deep sadness but also interspersed through the darkness are little rays of light and hope. I can not wait for the next one.
March 12, 2019
5 Words PIT Trilogy
I was lucky enough to receive an ARC.
Oh Sully. I knew from the T.A.T series that Sully was grieving hard for his abducted daughter of 10 years. I knew his story would be hard and gut wrenching.
Melanie delivered and surpassed my expectations. I was so happy when he and Mya had a connection. Seeing how broken and battered he was I knew it would be hard for him.
Did NOT expect the outcome but I should have known Melanie wouldnt take it easy and you def arent getting that mushy romantic tale. You get a raw, real, intense ride that we all love to hate.
Fantatic start and absolutley cannot wait for the next edition to this trilogy.
I was lucky enough to receive an ARC.
Oh Sully. I knew from the T.A.T series that Sully was grieving hard for his abducted daughter of 10 years. I knew his story would be hard and gut wrenching.
Melanie delivered and surpassed my expectations. I was so happy when he and Mya had a connection. Seeing how broken and battered he was I knew it would be hard for him.
Did NOT expect the outcome but I should have known Melanie wouldnt take it easy and you def arent getting that mushy romantic tale. You get a raw, real, intense ride that we all love to hate.
Fantatic start and absolutley cannot wait for the next edition to this trilogy.
March 15, 2019
Will those 5 Words ever be said again?
I was lucky to receive an arc for an honest review. We first meet Sully in Never Me, part of the TAT series. I love being back in the TAT/PIT world again, one big family that is there to support Sully through a loss that no parent should go through. Part of that family is Mya & with the attraction they have for each other Sully can only hold back for so long. Mya has claimed half of his heart & knows where the other half lies & the sadness that has consumed him for the last ten years. Will there be a happy ever after? Melanie Walker yet again doesn't disappoint in putting your emotions through the ringer. Can't wait for book two!
I was lucky to receive an arc for an honest review. We first meet Sully in Never Me, part of the TAT series. I love being back in the TAT/PIT world again, one big family that is there to support Sully through a loss that no parent should go through. Part of that family is Mya & with the attraction they have for each other Sully can only hold back for so long. Mya has claimed half of his heart & knows where the other half lies & the sadness that has consumed him for the last ten years. Will there be a happy ever after? Melanie Walker yet again doesn't disappoint in putting your emotions through the ringer. Can't wait for book two!
May 13, 2019
I am a true fan of Melanie Walker, in her preface to this story there was a warning of types. This is an emotional story with complex subjects. 5 words is unique, original, deep, sexy...fucking awesome! This story had me from the first word to the last....and I have never hated an ending more than this. Time to wash up my tears, blow my nose, and find something uplifting to do so I’ll be able to shake of the genius of Melanie Walker’s writing...until her next story comes out or I revisit TAT and PIT. As emotional of a story as this was, it is worth Ever tear and sniffle, and will be reread many times to come....so powerful. WOW
September 19, 2019
I loveeeee Sam Sully. Oh wow what a freaking book though it was short but powerful. I have read the entire TAT series and know about Sully from way back but his book was amazing. The intense chemistry between Mya and Sam was unbelievable and i truly understand why he fought it till the end but i love them together. I love his words of how Mya calms him. He is soo beautiful in every freaking way possible. His loss has to be one of the worst ever and no one should ever have to go through that. The book was amazing.
March 21, 2019
Excellent story
Heartbreaking plot that just left me begging for more. This is a spin off of the TAT series. I would recommend reading TAT before this to understand the dynamics at play. Ms. Walker has the best ability to turn tragedy and loss into a great story. But get the tissue ready.
Heartbreaking plot that just left me begging for more. This is a spin off of the TAT series. I would recommend reading TAT before this to understand the dynamics at play. Ms. Walker has the best ability to turn tragedy and loss into a great story. But get the tissue ready.
July 9, 2019
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Please read TAT if you have not! This is the first book on a member of the TAT crew and Melanie Walker did not disappoint. Such a seamless move from the rockers to the tattoo guys. Once again Melanie has made smile and cry lol. I love her books and guarantee you will too!
Please read TAT if you have not! This is the first book on a member of the TAT crew and Melanie Walker did not disappoint. Such a seamless move from the rockers to the tattoo guys. Once again Melanie has made smile and cry lol. I love her books and guarantee you will too!
March 15, 2019
Oh wow, this book was a total emotional roller coaster ride. Every time I am shocked, impressed by how much raw emotion Melanie puts into her stories. The world she portrays, will have you totally immersed in her world! I totally recommend reading her latest book. It won’t disappoint.
March 19, 2019
This author never disappoints with her writing. She pulls you in and takes you apart piece by piece. So many emotions to this story and so much heartbreak. Definitely my kind of story. I’m looking forward to reading the next book!
March 28, 2019
Dang
Dang it I'm crying again. I read the TAT series over again every time a new book released if that tells you anything. My guy is clenching now because I know it will be some time before we get the next
Dang it I'm crying again. I read the TAT series over again every time a new book released if that tells you anything. My guy is clenching now because I know it will be some time before we get the next
April 13, 2019
What the hell!!
Waited forever for this series to come out and this is how you end book one?! Killing me! My heart is so broken for Sam but I hate him for mya. Please tell me you make this right in book two 🙏
Waited forever for this series to come out and this is how you end book one?! Killing me! My heart is so broken for Sam but I hate him for mya. Please tell me you make this right in book two 🙏
September 13, 2019
Absolutely boring. Didn't finished reading. No real connection to the characters or between the characters. Too many names to follow and touching on stories of other books. Guess I should have read those first. Will not finish the trilogy.
March 15, 2019
This book was fantastic. I highly recommend. I kind of wish I had waited until the next book came out because I hate to wait.
March 18, 2019
Omg! What the hell with that ending!!!! No cheating. Very sad and has triggers for the safety crew. But it was going so well until the end... omg! I need the next book right now.
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March 20, 2019
Excellent
Soooooo Good!!!!!! Can't wait for next Book. Love this author!!! Recommend reading all her books you won't be disappointed. Truly amazing writing.
Soooooo Good!!!!!! Can't wait for next Book. Love this author!!! Recommend reading all her books you won't be disappointed. Truly amazing writing.
March 23, 2019
Melanie killed me again and she brought Sully’s story to life for me.
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