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Second Chance #4-5
Richard
From Amazon bestselling author SM Stryker comes an emotionally gripping, romantic suspense, about first loves, best friends and loss.Richard Stone devoted his life to work and family. When his parents die tragically, the life he'd known came crashing down, causing him to spiral out of control. That is until the postcard arrived. Nicole House was excited. She was graduating from college and had been offered her dream job at the company she had longed to work for. Then the unthinkable happened. Brutally attacked, her life was forever changed. She had no choice but to leave her family, dream job and the only life she had known behind, moving to another state, hoping she could escape her attacker and the shame that fateful night left her with. Resigned to live alone, these two people who never expected love to find them were brought together. After receiving devastating news, Sophia, a single mom, found her solace and the love she’s never had in two unlikely strangers.But will the demons, secrets, and fears of their past stop them from their future?Will their dreams ever come true? And if so, at what cost?*****THIS IS BOOK FOUR OF A FOUR BOOK SERIES*****ORDER OF Beckett - Beckett and Harlow's Story Mitchell - Mitchell and Raven's Story Carson - Carson and Charlie's Story Richard - Richard and Nicole's Story ***AUTHOR'S NOTE*** *This is a series of interconnected standalones.*THIS BOOK IS A LONGER RE-WRITTEN AND RE-EDITED VERSION OF NEVER EXPECTED LOVE AND SACRIFICE OF LOVE.For a list of characters in the series as well as other books, please visit SM Stryker’s www.smstryker.com. Due to strong language, sexual content & physical abuse, this book is not intended for readers under the age of 18 or have triggers with child abuse or physical abuse.
481 pages, Paperback
Published May 1, 2019
About the author
S.M. Stryker
25 books274 followersSM Stryker is an Amazon international bestselling author who writes emotionally charged romance and romantic suspense novels that dive deep into love, trauma, and healing. An Oregon native, she draws inspiration from long drives, quiet walks along the river, and the rugged beauty of the Pacific Northwest.
By day, she’s a dedicated mortgage broker—organized, focused, and driven. But by night, she steps into her alter ego: a storyteller who weaves gut-wrenching, steamy love stories that aren't afraid to explore the shadows. Her characters are intense and unforgettable—survivors of heartbreak, betrayal, and trauma who learn to rise, heal, and love again.
Each of her stories is rooted in truth—some inspired by real events, others by the silent battles many face but never voice. Through powerful storytelling, SM Stryker gives those struggles a voice, reminding readers that even in the darkest moments, love can be found—and it can be life-changing.
A wife, mother of four grown daughters, and proud grandmother, she writes from a place of quiet reflection and fierce empathy. Her dream is to become a New York Times bestselling author, not for the title, but for the chance to reach more hearts and share stories that stay with you long after the final page.
Though introverted by nature, she deeply values connection with her readers. You can find her at www.smstryker.com, where she shares updates, sneak peeks, and exclusive content for those on her mailing list.
Because sometimes, the love you weren’t looking for is the one that saves you.
She has shared more of the events of her life in many of her other books.
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By day, she’s a dedicated mortgage broker—organized, focused, and driven. But by night, she steps into her alter ego: a storyteller who weaves gut-wrenching, steamy love stories that aren't afraid to explore the shadows. Her characters are intense and unforgettable—survivors of heartbreak, betrayal, and trauma who learn to rise, heal, and love again.
Each of her stories is rooted in truth—some inspired by real events, others by the silent battles many face but never voice. Through powerful storytelling, SM Stryker gives those struggles a voice, reminding readers that even in the darkest moments, love can be found—and it can be life-changing.
A wife, mother of four grown daughters, and proud grandmother, she writes from a place of quiet reflection and fierce empathy. Her dream is to become a New York Times bestselling author, not for the title, but for the chance to reach more hearts and share stories that stay with you long after the final page.
Though introverted by nature, she deeply values connection with her readers. You can find her at www.smstryker.com, where she shares updates, sneak peeks, and exclusive content for those on her mailing list.
Because sometimes, the love you weren’t looking for is the one that saves you.
She has shared more of the events of her life in many of her other books.
TO JOIN MY MAILING LIST AND TO RECEIVE A FREE COPY OF NEVER FORGOTTEN LOVE,
PLEASE SIGN UP HERE.
http://facebook.com/Author.S.M.Stryker
www.smstryker.com
shelly@smstryker.com
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December 6, 2019
This is a story about Richards life. How he dealt with the loss of his parents. How a postcard changed his life. How he helped Beckett and took him under his wing. finding !ove, many new friends and family he thought he would never have. things happen for a reason, people are put in your path when needed the most, no matter the situation. This story is philosophical filled with drama, emotions, secrets and love. I enjoyed listening to it. I was gifted this audio and offered my honest review.
July 28, 2019
3.5
This story was great. I loved Richard and Nicole, both less experienced but knowing what they want. There’s heartbreak and tragedy in their pasts, but they’re able to lean on each other when it hurts. Circumstances allow them to take one of the tragedies and make it into something beautiful; a flower growing in the dank mud.
The story was lovely and I wish that I had read the book instead of listened to the audio. The gentleman that narrated first sounded a bit drunk, but after chapter three he just sounded monotone. There was no feeling or connection in his words. With the tragedy that hit Nicole, there needed to be emotion in the words and he didn’t execute it well. If I were to base this book off of the audio, it would have been a two, but because I focused on the story, it was worth listening to and became a 3.5 star.
I would encourage you to read the book.
Older Man, Sexy, Business Man, Computer Smarts
This story was great. I loved Richard and Nicole, both less experienced but knowing what they want. There’s heartbreak and tragedy in their pasts, but they’re able to lean on each other when it hurts. Circumstances allow them to take one of the tragedies and make it into something beautiful; a flower growing in the dank mud.
The story was lovely and I wish that I had read the book instead of listened to the audio. The gentleman that narrated first sounded a bit drunk, but after chapter three he just sounded monotone. There was no feeling or connection in his words. With the tragedy that hit Nicole, there needed to be emotion in the words and he didn’t execute it well. If I were to base this book off of the audio, it would have been a two, but because I focused on the story, it was worth listening to and became a 3.5 star.
I would encourage you to read the book.
Older Man, Sexy, Business Man, Computer Smarts
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