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Cord Alexander felt his life completely shatter when Morgan dealt the last blow and disappeared. Maybe Cord deserved it. He did kill Victor after all. But she said she didn't hate him for that.Then why did she vanish and where did she go? And what happened to Victor's body? It vanished as well. Cord doesn't have any answers and anyone who might have clues for him vanished right along with Morgan, leaving him to figure out what to do with his life. Is it silly to hope that one day Morgan will come back and be the woman he once knew, before Victor entered their lives?As for Morgan, her heart was broken when Cord killed Victor. As damaged and corrupt as Victor was, she loved hiim and she was carrying his child. So, she'll do whatever it takes to protect him and her baby. There is no limit to her devotion.Or her wishes that one day, Victor will be redeemed and return to her.Could they all be wishing for more than what is possible?Could they all be wishing for more than what is possible? ** If you are a fan of ongoing tales like the The Sookie Stackhouse or Midnight Texas series by Charlaine Harris, or The Children of the Gods, paranormal romance series by I.T. Lucas, then THIS is the series for you. In a world where no one is what they appear to be, where reality is a construct invented to make us feel safe, they know the truth. Gods and monsters are real and they are here.
418 pages, Paperback
Published May 27, 2019
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Ciana Stone
135 books257 followersCiana Stone has been reading since the age of three, and wrote her first story at age five. Since then she enjoyed writing as a solitary form of entertainment, before coming out of the closet to share her stories with others. She holds several post graduate degrees and has often been referred to as a professional student. Her latest fields of interest are quantum mechanics and Taoism. When she is not writing (or studying) she enjoys painting (canvas, not walls), sculpting, running, hiking and yoga. She lives with her longtime lover in several locations in the United States.
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August 9, 2019Oh yeah!! It is not enough to have betrayed the woman over and over again !! Now I will have sex with your half sister and marry her !!!!!! Yes, and I'm going to cheat the sister too, because you know, men are so good they can treat women like trash and it's okay because they are heroes! What a great fucking joke!When I think this author could not have more ridiculous ideas I see that I am mistaken! Good thing I didn't pay for this crap!
August 15, 2019
ARC for honest review with no compensation 4.5 stars
Enlighten is tied to the Cotton Creek saga (Shattered Chronicles book 7) by Ciana Stone and she while this book doesn’t keeps you on the edge of your seat sleep is still not an option!!
Just like all the other episodes questions are answered but more questions are on the horizon...old friends return along with new ones we have never met.
Full of danger, intrigue, tears, romance and so much more!! Can’t wait for the next episode of this amazing series of light vs darkness!!
Enlighten is tied to the Cotton Creek saga (Shattered Chronicles book 7) by Ciana Stone and she while this book doesn’t keeps you on the edge of your seat sleep is still not an option!!
Just like all the other episodes questions are answered but more questions are on the horizon...old friends return along with new ones we have never met.
Full of danger, intrigue, tears, romance and so much more!! Can’t wait for the next episode of this amazing series of light vs darkness!!
August 8, 2019
wow.. this was full of emotions and a rollercoaster of them. it made me happy and sad.. good and bad.. love and anger. it was full of emotions and fast paced so it kept you curious as well. very good story!
July 19, 2019
First, I want to thank Ciana Stone for providing me this book so I can bring you this review.
Ciana Stone has done something in Enlighten the Shattered Chronicles Episode 7 that she has never done before-she made me cry!! That is right readers you heard it here first! Ciana Stone pulled on my heart strings so much so I needed to grab my box of Kleenex. I didn’t realize how much these characters meant to me until this book. She totally caught me off guard.
Yes, Ciana is back again with her Shattered Chronicle series. We are now up to our 7th book. I highly suggest you read them in order or you will be totally lost. In this book we see the return of Chord, Morgan, Joe, Trevor, Yoshi, etc.
Each book I am finding is totally different than the next one. You still have the same characters still In the same storylines just in a different light. In this series my favorite characters have always been Morgan, Chord and Victor. I was more team Morgan and Chord though. This time around was a very different kind of story revolving Morgan and Chord. If I had to sum it up I would say it is in the genre of fantasy/paranormal. Nothing I would genuinely read if were offered to me. However, there was this scene that described so beautifully between Morgan and Chord that was breathtaking.
Even though she did make me cry she did make me smile! My heart melted when we were introducing to someone very special twice in the book.
This is a very interesting series! You never know what Ciana is going to write next for these characters.
Ciana Stone has done something in Enlighten the Shattered Chronicles Episode 7 that she has never done before-she made me cry!! That is right readers you heard it here first! Ciana Stone pulled on my heart strings so much so I needed to grab my box of Kleenex. I didn’t realize how much these characters meant to me until this book. She totally caught me off guard.
Yes, Ciana is back again with her Shattered Chronicle series. We are now up to our 7th book. I highly suggest you read them in order or you will be totally lost. In this book we see the return of Chord, Morgan, Joe, Trevor, Yoshi, etc.
Each book I am finding is totally different than the next one. You still have the same characters still In the same storylines just in a different light. In this series my favorite characters have always been Morgan, Chord and Victor. I was more team Morgan and Chord though. This time around was a very different kind of story revolving Morgan and Chord. If I had to sum it up I would say it is in the genre of fantasy/paranormal. Nothing I would genuinely read if were offered to me. However, there was this scene that described so beautifully between Morgan and Chord that was breathtaking.
Even though she did make me cry she did make me smile! My heart melted when we were introducing to someone very special twice in the book.
This is a very interesting series! You never know what Ciana is going to write next for these characters.
August 11, 2019
When you close your eyes at night, what do you see? Is your heart racing at a thousand beats a minute? Is your mind trying to make sense of the fragments of sight and sound that are rolling through your head like a kaleidoscope of things past and future? Can you stop the noise? Can you blank out the horror of things unseen yet colored as memories? When the screams come, are they night terrors...or the past trying to sift through time and become the future?
In the total darkness of your mind, who controls the timeline?
Enlighten is Book 7 in the Shattered Chronicles. Once again, Ciana Stone has taken the reader into both light and dark places. Made us face a new reality; and introduced us to characters both old and new. In many ways it’s like restoring a priceless painting...as you gently peel back each layer of paint, you uncover an even more astounding masterpiece. Each fleck of paint removed brings surprise or disdain. Regardless of the find, it remains a masterpiece.
As we continue our journey in the Shattered Chronicles, we are becoming more anxious and desperately want to have all our questions answered. Only the author extraordinaire, Ms Ciana Stone, knows for sure!
People, do not miss this book. It’s masterfully written; the characters are becoming more than just characters on a page; and the twists and turns are absolutely gut wrenching yet wonderful. You really need to get all the books in the Shattered Chronicles as soon as you can...this is literary greatness in the making. (I voluntarily reviewed an advance reader copy of this book and simply could not put it down!)
In the total darkness of your mind, who controls the timeline?
Enlighten is Book 7 in the Shattered Chronicles. Once again, Ciana Stone has taken the reader into both light and dark places. Made us face a new reality; and introduced us to characters both old and new. In many ways it’s like restoring a priceless painting...as you gently peel back each layer of paint, you uncover an even more astounding masterpiece. Each fleck of paint removed brings surprise or disdain. Regardless of the find, it remains a masterpiece.
As we continue our journey in the Shattered Chronicles, we are becoming more anxious and desperately want to have all our questions answered. Only the author extraordinaire, Ms Ciana Stone, knows for sure!
People, do not miss this book. It’s masterfully written; the characters are becoming more than just characters on a page; and the twists and turns are absolutely gut wrenching yet wonderful. You really need to get all the books in the Shattered Chronicles as soon as you can...this is literary greatness in the making. (I voluntarily reviewed an advance reader copy of this book and simply could not put it down!)
August 9, 2019
In this one I quickly entered for I had read the previous ones, needing to see what was next. This author has given us a tremendous superb series with her heart and soul I do believe in this one. It is true what she had done and made the Gods and Monsters real in the pages.
This goes in a direction I do not expect which makes for good reading. Morgan has us guessing with what and where she will go and do. Cord is in a mystery himself in a wonderment. Then there is Victor whom I realized you either loved him or hated him.
This author will have us ensnared with whatever Morgan wants to do and needs. The twists and turns will do you in also. This one will also be chuck full of characters we want to see. Hold onto your hat too and grab a tissue you will have leakage of the eyes and nose, something most authors do not do anymore. This one will have so many elements you will not want to miss a thing.
This goes in a direction I do not expect which makes for good reading. Morgan has us guessing with what and where she will go and do. Cord is in a mystery himself in a wonderment. Then there is Victor whom I realized you either loved him or hated him.
This author will have us ensnared with whatever Morgan wants to do and needs. The twists and turns will do you in also. This one will also be chuck full of characters we want to see. Hold onto your hat too and grab a tissue you will have leakage of the eyes and nose, something most authors do not do anymore. This one will have so many elements you will not want to miss a thing.
July 21, 2019
Cord and Morgan’s dynamic has changed, for real, and the story has taken a dramatic turn. Although many questions are answered, never fear, there’s more waiting to be asked. This episode feels like the calm before the storm. There’s no great angst or edge of your seat suspense, but you are left anxious to know the outcome of what’s coming next and the ultimate significance of the introduction (or re-introduction) of certain characters.
Although I didn’t anticipate the direction the storyline has taken, I appreciate the backstories contained in this installment, and the breather from the intenseness of the previous episodes. This continues to promise to be quite a formidable journey before we reach the end. Fair warning, “Fasten your seatbelts. It’s going to be a bumpy [ride].”
Although I didn’t anticipate the direction the storyline has taken, I appreciate the backstories contained in this installment, and the breather from the intenseness of the previous episodes. This continues to promise to be quite a formidable journey before we reach the end. Fair warning, “Fasten your seatbelts. It’s going to be a bumpy [ride].”
July 23, 2019
I didn't mean to, but I ended up staying up ALL night reading this book. Ciana Stone has a fantastic imagination.
The twists and turns Enlighten took were completely unexpected. For the past 6 books, I was all in for Team Cord, until I wasn't. Never saw that one coming. I never saw a lot coming.
A force greater than expected is lying in wait. Who knows what the next book of The Shattered Chronicles will bring?
This episode was full of mystery, intrigue, suspense, danger, romance, spirituality, mysticism, and sexual tension of intensity. I, for one, am exhausted from riding this rollercoaster with Cord, Morgan, and Victor.
I voluntarily read and reviewed the Advanced Reader Copy of this book.
The twists and turns Enlighten took were completely unexpected. For the past 6 books, I was all in for Team Cord, until I wasn't. Never saw that one coming. I never saw a lot coming.
A force greater than expected is lying in wait. Who knows what the next book of The Shattered Chronicles will bring?
This episode was full of mystery, intrigue, suspense, danger, romance, spirituality, mysticism, and sexual tension of intensity. I, for one, am exhausted from riding this rollercoaster with Cord, Morgan, and Victor.
I voluntarily read and reviewed the Advanced Reader Copy of this book.
August 3, 2019
The story continues...
Growing up I loved to ride roller-coasters. Now that I'm older, not so much. They tend to "beat me up" more now but I keep going back. This series reminds me of that feeling. There have been so many twists and turns. There have been enough ups and downs to make the baddest coaster look tame. So, if I'm comparing this series to a coaster, this installment would be that pause at the top of the tallest hill right before the big, fast drop. All you can do is hang on and wait to see what comes next.
*I received an Advance Reader's Copy of this book which I am voluntarily reviewing*
Growing up I loved to ride roller-coasters. Now that I'm older, not so much. They tend to "beat me up" more now but I keep going back. This series reminds me of that feeling. There have been so many twists and turns. There have been enough ups and downs to make the baddest coaster look tame. So, if I'm comparing this series to a coaster, this installment would be that pause at the top of the tallest hill right before the big, fast drop. All you can do is hang on and wait to see what comes next.
*I received an Advance Reader's Copy of this book which I am voluntarily reviewing*
August 8, 2019
In this installment of the series you will surely be on the edge of your seat and this book will have you turn pages and when you get to the end then you can hardly wait to get the next book. Cord and Morgan come to an understanding when she returns to Cray County years later with family in tow but is also surprised to find Sirena has come to visit and stayed. I will say that this was on Fire, the story line was so wild and totally out there. The characters were outstanding and very interesting. Very enjoyable read........Ciana great job.
I was given an ARC as a gift from author without obligation. I am providing an honest review.
I was given an ARC as a gift from author without obligation. I am providing an honest review.
August 8, 2019
So many ups and downs. All of the characters stay the same, but questions are answered, as well as asked. This series is like a roller coaster. Just when you think you can get off the ride a new bump appears. I have always been and will remain a Cord and Morgan supporter. You definitely need to read this series from the beginning so you know what is going on. I don't think I would have picked this series on my own, if it hadn't been for reading other books by Ciana. I can only hope that Morgan and Cord find a way to eachother forever.
I received an ARC in exchange for an honest, voluntary review.
I received an ARC in exchange for an honest, voluntary review.
August 12, 2019
Altered states or just mass hysteria
Talk about cartwheels and merry-go-rounds. Okay, Cord kills Victor, Morgan and Asante take the body back to Italy, Morgan turns up pregnant and disappears to an alternate world for 20 years to raise her son, Arthur. Back to this world, Morgan returns after 3 years with her grown son. Confused yet? Anyway, Morgan retrieves Victor from Pergatory (did I mention he's a good guy now) and after a few immortal conversions, we are suddenly in King Arthur's court with a slide into Mount Olympus on the horizon. Oh yeah, let's not forget to throw in Egyptian gods and extraterrestrial beings. My brain hurts, I think I'm going to bed now.
Talk about cartwheels and merry-go-rounds. Okay, Cord kills Victor, Morgan and Asante take the body back to Italy, Morgan turns up pregnant and disappears to an alternate world for 20 years to raise her son, Arthur. Back to this world, Morgan returns after 3 years with her grown son. Confused yet? Anyway, Morgan retrieves Victor from Pergatory (did I mention he's a good guy now) and after a few immortal conversions, we are suddenly in King Arthur's court with a slide into Mount Olympus on the horizon. Oh yeah, let's not forget to throw in Egyptian gods and extraterrestrial beings. My brain hurts, I think I'm going to bed now.
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August 24, 2019Not only are readers 'enlightened' by this episode, but many of the characters in this episode are as well. Just when you thought you may have figured out Cord, Victor, and Morgan's story, Ciana Stone puts in several twists that brings out that OMG moment that makes you wonder, what did I just read? The twists are so twisted, the reader will never see them coming. Many questions will be answered, but we are left with many more yet to be resolved. Outstanding read,
"The Shattered Chronicles" is a series of episodes readers will not soon forget.
**I was gifted a copy of "Enlighten" with my review being my own and voluntary** 4.5 Stars!
"The Shattered Chronicles" is a series of episodes readers will not soon forget.
**I was gifted a copy of "Enlighten" with my review being my own and voluntary** 4.5 Stars!
October 20, 2019
Wow and the story keeps on trucking like a bad@ss biker tearing up the road. I'm floored right now. As soon as I got this I couldn't put it down. Loved it, can't wait for the part eight to come out.
Morgan thinks that everything is as it should be. And that she'll never see or love Victor again. Even with her biggest secret yet to date in these books. With the help of Joe her grandfather. She's come a long way since that day. But when she's ask to do a task she thought forbidden, she all but jumps at the chance to do it. Will she be strong enough for the task ahead or will she fail when the peop
Morgan thinks that everything is as it should be. And that she'll never see or love Victor again. Even with her biggest secret yet to date in these books. With the help of Joe her grandfather. She's come a long way since that day. But when she's ask to do a task she thought forbidden, she all but jumps at the chance to do it. Will she be strong enough for the task ahead or will she fail when the peop
October 9, 2019
I have to say that I still love the paranormal elements in this plot and that just keeps getting better each episode as the author continues to reveal those. The twist and turn that the author chose for the main characters are shocking, I did not like at all the path Cord is now on relationship, that taboo is totally gross to me, even in fiction. Still intense but way too much relationship drama this time around. I received an advance review copy at no cost and without obligation from the author.
August 8, 2019
Another great installment in the Shattered Chronicles. The twists and turns keep getting crazier and crazier. It definitely keeps you turning the pages. I really enjoy reading this author and will continue to do so. I liked this episode better than the last one and I can't wait to see what else plays out across more episodes. I would recommend this series to others. I hope the author keeps them coming. It is a very entertaining and engaging read.
August 8, 2019
And the hits keep coming!!
Now we have Roman to contend with?!!
I would rather have Victor back as his truly evil self and that's saying a lot since I have always despised Victor!
There is a scene with Morgan and Cord that is really wonderful and is an absolute tear-jerker.
How and when will this all end??
Only Ciana knows but I am definitely along for this crazy amazing ride all the way!
I voluntarily reviewed an advanced reader copy of this book.
Now we have Roman to contend with?!!
I would rather have Victor back as his truly evil self and that's saying a lot since I have always despised Victor!
There is a scene with Morgan and Cord that is really wonderful and is an absolute tear-jerker.
How and when will this all end??
Only Ciana knows but I am definitely along for this crazy amazing ride all the way!
I voluntarily reviewed an advanced reader copy of this book.
August 12, 2019
Wow, I don't even begin to pretend where I start to describe this book. A continuation of the Shattered Chronicles that continues to take us on a journey from dark to light. Gripping and fast-paced. This book caught my attention right at the beginning and kept me pare turning until the end. Emotional, drama-filled and action-packed. A good read with strong characters and an engaging read. I read an arc and voluntarily chose to read.
August 12, 2019
WOW! Can it get any better, or any stranger. The highs and lows are amazing in this next installment of the Shattered Chronicles. Morgan, Cord, and the resurrected Victor as well as pulling in Travis and now we have Arthur. Tremendous emotion, this is a wild ride to be sure! But, this also feels a bit like the calm before the storm since everyone is getting along. I really couldn’t put this book down, I kept turning pages saying, ‘what’s next!’ FABULOUS!
July 17, 2019
I voluntarily offered to review this book with no obligations and my opinions are honest!
This was a great book !
Morgan disappeared
Victor is dead
Cord is still dealing with the aftermath.
Morgan has somebody to protect.
Loved the characters + the storytelling !
It has all the ingredients that you need for a great book!
I can't wait for the next book in this series.
This was a great book !
Morgan disappeared
Victor is dead
Cord is still dealing with the aftermath.
Morgan has somebody to protect.
Loved the characters + the storytelling !
It has all the ingredients that you need for a great book!
I can't wait for the next book in this series.
September 23, 2019
Book seven of the The Shattered Chronicles / The Others Series and this is getting to be one wild series. We learn things in this book that even Cord and Victor have a had time believing at first. I want to read the next book as this one leaves us with a promise Victor makes. I received an ARC of this book and I am voluntarily reviewing it.
August 8, 2019
Oh, the emotions that run rampant through this series pile up in this episode. Twisting and turning your feelings until you don't know what to expect next. You must follow this series from the beginning but it is well worth the time and money investment.
October 31, 2019
Wow
This series just keeps dragging me deeper and deeper into the depths of things I cannot believe are happening. What a twisted world of back and forth. I can't wait to start book 8.
This series just keeps dragging me deeper and deeper into the depths of things I cannot believe are happening. What a twisted world of back and forth. I can't wait to start book 8.
August 8, 2019
Wiped Memories
What would it be like to live many lifetimes never remembering any of those times? Being able to live forever is it all it's cracked up to be?
Memories tend to fade over time the we like to try and remember for as long as we can as we age should I slip away. In this book I'm beginning to understand Morgan a little better there are still times that I cannot stand her. Chord, Joe, Asante, Trevor and Yoshi we'll all make an appearance in this novella will also receive returning characters like Stork and Cable.
This book is getting deeper and taking us on a winding tale of a life once lived and relived and relived. Who knows who will win this battle or who will be right and who will be wrong you'll have to stay tuned to find out.
What would it be like to live many lifetimes never remembering any of those times? Being able to live forever is it all it's cracked up to be?
Memories tend to fade over time the we like to try and remember for as long as we can as we age should I slip away. In this book I'm beginning to understand Morgan a little better there are still times that I cannot stand her. Chord, Joe, Asante, Trevor and Yoshi we'll all make an appearance in this novella will also receive returning characters like Stork and Cable.
This book is getting deeper and taking us on a winding tale of a life once lived and relived and relived. Who knows who will win this battle or who will be right and who will be wrong you'll have to stay tuned to find out.
November 6, 2019
📒🗞 This is dramatic and wild story. Cord is still oblivious, Morgan is still feisty and the story keeps getting more twisted with surprises. The first reveal of who they were was unexpected, the second was more expected. Sirena is a crazy pycho who only wants Cord so that he's not with Morgan. The scene in the sauna was hot, and I wish the story could end with that being the relationship of the future.
I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.
I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.
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