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If I Break #2
Almost Broken
Lauren Brooks fell in love with Cal Scott at 21, married him at 22 and had her heart broken at 23 when he walked out of their marriage. At 25, though raising his daughter on her own, Lauren was finally moving on with her life. Until, she learned the reason for Cal's abandonment, the walls she’d carefully built around her collapsed..
The day she meets Chris, all those feelings she thought she had bottled up come spilling out. She can’t afford to give into her heart’s desire again. Love nearly broke her once, and her daughter doesn't need two broken parents.
Christopher Scott is in love, newly engaged to Jenna, who saw him through an illness he didn’t think he could survive. He’s finally settling into the life he’s always wanted, making plans he only dared to dream before now.
Until, a woman named Lauren arrives on his doorstep.
She’s intriguing, beautiful and, try as he might, he can’t stay away. The closer he gets to her, the more his rock-solid plans begin to crumble. All he knows is that Lauren is the missing piece to a puzzle he must solve. For him to put all the pieces in place, he’ll have to follow his heart, and that might cost him everything...
The day she meets Chris, all those feelings she thought she had bottled up come spilling out. She can’t afford to give into her heart’s desire again. Love nearly broke her once, and her daughter doesn't need two broken parents.
Christopher Scott is in love, newly engaged to Jenna, who saw him through an illness he didn’t think he could survive. He’s finally settling into the life he’s always wanted, making plans he only dared to dream before now.
Until, a woman named Lauren arrives on his doorstep.
She’s intriguing, beautiful and, try as he might, he can’t stay away. The closer he gets to her, the more his rock-solid plans begin to crumble. All he knows is that Lauren is the missing piece to a puzzle he must solve. For him to put all the pieces in place, he’ll have to follow his heart, and that might cost him everything...
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28 books1,453 followersPortia Moore is an Amazon and iBooks bestselling author of romantic suspense, including the popular If I Break series, the Her series, and the Collided series, which combined have sold over one million copies across all platforms. Located in the chilly Midwest, her favorite vacations are anywhere that's hot and sunny with a beach, reading the same kind of heart-pounding, twisty, edge-of-your seat romantic thrillers that she loves to write. When that's not possible, she loves drinking wine, cooking (also with wine) and spending time with her little family of one human child and two furbabies, one that barks and one that meows.
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December 29, 2014
REACTION AFTER READING THE BOOK
That fucking cliffhanger!!
Seriously?!
It has to end on the part where things are starting to get really, really good!!!
Then we'll have to wait again to see what happens to this twisted love square.
So freakin' evil Portia! So freakin' evil.
First of all, I just want to say that I really enjoyed this book. There were times that I got annoyed because the Lauren became a tiny bit annoying. There were times when she didn't seem like the same girl I liked from the first book.
Still, I loved this book!
The cover. Can I just emphasize how much I love that cover.
The twists.
The characters.
The writing.
The pace.
I really loved it!
HOW IT STARTS
THE GIST
Lauren still could not believe how complicated life had been for her after loving Cal. After disappearing on her a few years after they got married, she soon realised why Cal left. But that didn't make things easier for her and Caylen. In fact, it made things even more complicated.
Not only does she have to deal with Cal's parentshis dad was absolutely insufferable!,but she also had to deal with another woman.
I'm not going to give anything away more on here as it will be a huge spoiler for the first book. So sorry. But this is as much summary as I could give you. ^_^
MY INITIAL REACTIONS
I really liked the first book and the novella. I felt really connected to all of the characters even the secondary ones. I've always loved books that make me curious, and the first book If I Break definitely did that for me.
So when Portia offered me to read and review the ARC version of this book, why the fuck would I say no?
The first few pages was enough to stir up my emotions. That was how good it was for me.
MEET THE CHARACTERS
Lauren: I didn't particularly like Lauren here, especially during the middle to the end of the book. She became a bit too obsessed with Chris. I felt that Cal's dad was right and that she was forgetting who Chris and Cal really is.
I get where the problem is though. Chris reminds her of Cal, but they are different. Same but different. And as much as I would like to blurt it out here what the stupid difference is... I can't.. I don't want to spoil anyone. Soooo...
Going back to Lauren, some of her decisions have been rash and inconsiderate to the people around her like her friends and Raven. Her reason was because it was for Caylen, which I totally do NOT agree at all. She didn't do it for Caylen, she did some of the things she did for herself, to fill that void she was feeling when she lost Cal. But did she really lose Cal?
Chris: I absolutely feel bad for this guy. I feel that he is caught in the middle of something he can control and something he couldn't. But there is a part of me that hates him because he's being a fucking pussy! If you're not sure about how you feel about someone, let them fucking know!
That definitely isn't good Chris, but I don't blame you. Just stop being a whimp and you'll be fine.
Cal: I really missed Cal. You don't get to see much of him here, but you'll know he's there, lurking beneath the shadows of everything. Before you ask, I just want to say that, No, Cal isn't dead. Hehe
The Secondary Characters: I want to say that I hate Cal's dad with some much passion, I want to push him in front of a freakin truck. Oh and not only that, I hate Jenna too. What a fucking stuck-up bitch. Seriously. Cal's Dad and Jenna should be together. I think they're made for each other.
I don't hate all the secondary characters, I do love Chris' friends: Aidan and Lisa. Also, Chris' mom isn't too bad. i actually kind of liked her.
THE ROMANCE
I'm a bit torned apart here. I'm not sure who I like more for Lauren, Chris or Cal. Yeah, I'm not entirely sure who she should end up with because both guys have their own strengths you know.
While Cal is a cocky, son-of-a-bitch, he genuinely loved Lauren, and I'm sure Caylen too. And Chris should know that. He saw it. Hehe. Not gonna say how. LOL. But he was also a bit, secretive and distant at times, which makes Lauren really upset. But now that his secret his out, if he does come back, I'm sure Lauren would still want him. But what about Chris?
Be ready for a whole lot of sexual tension in this book.
I feel the connection between Lauren and Chris, they are more alike that Lauren and Cal. But I still believe that Lauren should be with Cal... even though... yeah forget it... if you guys have read this and want to discuss this mindfucking situation, please message me. I do want to talk to someone about this.
FINAL RAMBLINGS
The Writing: I writing is still as good as the first one for me. I feel connected and emotionally attached to the situation and the character so that must be saying something.
The Good Stuff:
1. The plot twists. I just love how Portia always seems to suprise me!! The ending. The epicness of it was just... Too much to handle.
2. The character development was pretty evident as well. How Chris' and the people around his life got affected by Lauren and Caylen's arrival. The reaction of the involved characters were very realistic.
3. The ending! Oh holy hell.
The Not-So-Good-Stuff:
1. I didn't like Lauren slowly warming up to Chris. I just don't like it. I love Cal, maybe it's wrong to like him for Lauren because he's unstable, but... yeah... TEAM CAL!
2. Lauren. Hehe. Stupid hormones.
LAST WORDS: I really liked this series and it really glued me to the edge of my seat as did the last book and its novella. I feel that there's something about the story that I just couldn't help but be drawn to.
Of course, it does have its shortcomings, but it didn't really matter to me. And I suppose a book doesn't necessarily have to be perfect for it to be enjoyable. And this book was that for me.
I would recommend this book to anyone who would be interesting in a mindfucking contemporary book, that would keep you glued up until the last page.
Last but not the least, I would like to thank Portia Moore for providing me with this ARC copy for review. I really, really, really enjoyed Lauren, Cal, and Chris story. I'll be patiently waiting for the next book!
That fucking cliffhanger!!
Seriously?!
It has to end on the part where things are starting to get really, really good!!!
Then we'll have to wait again to see what happens to this twisted love square.
So freakin' evil Portia! So freakin' evil.
First of all, I just want to say that I really enjoyed this book. There were times that I got annoyed because the Lauren became a tiny bit annoying. There were times when she didn't seem like the same girl I liked from the first book.
Still, I loved this book!
The cover. Can I just emphasize how much I love that cover.
The twists.
The characters.
The writing.
The pace.
I really loved it!
HOW IT STARTS
How the fuck did I end up here? It's the same question I've asked myself a thousand times.
THE GIST
Everything is great, except I'm in love with a man who really has no idea who I am and he's engaged to be married to another woman. Other than that, things are dandy.
Lauren still could not believe how complicated life had been for her after loving Cal. After disappearing on her a few years after they got married, she soon realised why Cal left. But that didn't make things easier for her and Caylen. In fact, it made things even more complicated.
Not only does she have to deal with Cal's parents
I'm not going to give anything away more on here as it will be a huge spoiler for the first book. So sorry. But this is as much summary as I could give you. ^_^
MY INITIAL REACTIONS
I really liked the first book and the novella. I felt really connected to all of the characters even the secondary ones. I've always loved books that make me curious, and the first book If I Break definitely did that for me.
So when Portia offered me to read and review the ARC version of this book, why the fuck would I say no?
The first few pages was enough to stir up my emotions. That was how good it was for me.
MEET THE CHARACTERS
Lauren: I didn't particularly like Lauren here, especially during the middle to the end of the book. She became a bit too obsessed with Chris. I felt that Cal's dad was right and that she was forgetting who Chris and Cal really is.
It's very wrong that his texts are something I look forward to now. It's been two weeks since we were with him. He sends them in the morning and usually around four. We started skyping after I got back home.
I get where the problem is though. Chris reminds her of Cal, but they are different. Same but different. And as much as I would like to blurt it out here what the stupid difference is... I can't.. I don't want to spoil anyone. Soooo...
Going back to Lauren, some of her decisions have been rash and inconsiderate to the people around her like her friends and Raven. Her reason was because it was for Caylen, which I totally do NOT agree at all. She didn't do it for Caylen, she did some of the things she did for herself, to fill that void she was feeling when she lost Cal. But did she really lose Cal?
Chris: I absolutely feel bad for this guy. I feel that he is caught in the middle of something he can control and something he couldn't. But there is a part of me that hates him because he's being a fucking pussy! If you're not sure about how you feel about someone, let them fucking know!
Every determination I have is being employed to stamp out every urge to wrap my arms around the small of her back, pulling her against me and kissing her lips that are barely open but begging me to taste them.
This isn't good.
That definitely isn't good Chris, but I don't blame you. Just stop being a whimp and you'll be fine.
Cal: I really missed Cal. You don't get to see much of him here, but you'll know he's there, lurking beneath the shadows of everything. Before you ask, I just want to say that, No, Cal isn't dead. Hehe
The Secondary Characters: I want to say that I hate Cal's dad with some much passion, I want to push him in front of a freakin truck. Oh and not only that, I hate Jenna too. What a fucking stuck-up bitch. Seriously. Cal's Dad and Jenna should be together. I think they're made for each other.
I don't hate all the secondary characters, I do love Chris' friends: Aidan and Lisa. Also, Chris' mom isn't too bad. i actually kind of liked her.
THE ROMANCE
I'm a bit torned apart here. I'm not sure who I like more for Lauren, Chris or Cal. Yeah, I'm not entirely sure who she should end up with because both guys have their own strengths you know.
While Cal is a cocky, son-of-a-bitch, he genuinely loved Lauren, and I'm sure Caylen too. And Chris should know that. He saw it. Hehe. Not gonna say how. LOL. But he was also a bit, secretive and distant at times, which makes Lauren really upset. But now that his secret his out, if he does come back, I'm sure Lauren would still want him. But what about Chris?
As wild and unpredictable as Cal was, I knew Cal. At least I thought I did. I was comfortable in the whirlwind that was our life together. Chris is a totally different story. Falling for him is dangerous, and pursuing him comes with a whole lot of risk.
Be ready for a whole lot of sexual tension in this book.
I feel the connection between Lauren and Chris, they are more alike that Lauren and Cal. But I still believe that Lauren should be with Cal... even though... yeah forget it... if you guys have read this and want to discuss this mindfucking situation, please message me. I do want to talk to someone about this.
FINAL RAMBLINGS
The Writing: I writing is still as good as the first one for me. I feel connected and emotionally attached to the situation and the character so that must be saying something.
The Good Stuff:
1. The plot twists. I just love how Portia always seems to suprise me!! The ending. The epicness of it was just... Too much to handle.
2. The character development was pretty evident as well. How Chris' and the people around his life got affected by Lauren and Caylen's arrival. The reaction of the involved characters were very realistic.
3. The ending! Oh holy hell.
The Not-So-Good-Stuff:
1. I didn't like Lauren slowly warming up to Chris. I just don't like it. I love Cal, maybe it's wrong to like him for Lauren because he's unstable, but... yeah... TEAM CAL!
2. Lauren. Hehe. Stupid hormones.
LAST WORDS: I really liked this series and it really glued me to the edge of my seat as did the last book and its novella. I feel that there's something about the story that I just couldn't help but be drawn to.
Of course, it does have its shortcomings, but it didn't really matter to me. And I suppose a book doesn't necessarily have to be perfect for it to be enjoyable. And this book was that for me.
I would recommend this book to anyone who would be interesting in a mindfucking contemporary book, that would keep you glued up until the last page.
Last but not the least, I would like to thank Portia Moore for providing me with this ARC copy for review. I really, really, really enjoyed Lauren, Cal, and Chris story. I'll be patiently waiting for the next book!
March 10, 2021
4,5 stars rounded up to 5 stars
This third book in the series conveys lots of new and shocking information along with many emotional storms. Love triangle from hell is in full force. Grrr!
The book goes forward in time. It is in the present time now. It covers the two months after the big revelation. There are fun times, sad times, conflicts, arguments, tension, secrets - both hidden & revealed, plot twists that still shock me etc...
I still love the heroine but sometimes I want to strangle the hero. I hated Cal. I don't think I like Chris that much either. However, a combination of both these men, "good parts taken, worst parts deleted" could make a better hero. Well, I just wish...
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This book is in dual point of view for the first time in the series. It is heart-breaking to feel the dilemma of both characters.
The writing is still captivating and mind-blowing. Even when I was eating, I was still reading it. I just couldn't put it down. I couldn't sleep till 04:00 a.m., trying to finish reading it. It is so very addicting. I want to finish it and then, I don't want to finish it. Something like that :)
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Again, the worst part is the editing mistakes... Dear Ms. Moore, please have these books edited because they taint the perfection of your beautiful books.
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If you haven't read the previous books in the series, maybe you shouldn't check the quotations as they might contain spoilers, albeit mild.
QUOTATIONS from this book...
He’s nice, he’s funny and fun to be around.
I could imagine things being easy with him.
Jenna got easy.
I got complicated, arrogant, selfish and secretive.
It’s not hard to be with someone that’s easy.
They probably never fight or argue.
Chris doesn’t seem like the type.
It’s not hard to love someone like that.
He didn’t disappear on her for days at a time;
he didn’t use sex to screw with her head.
She didn’t have to deal with mood swings,
condescending attitudes, or go through
an entire pregnancy alone.
But she still gets the smile.
She gets the easy part.
How the fuck did I end up here? It’s the same question I’ve asked myself a thousand times. I’ve imagined what this would be like for two years… Now, I’m terrified of it.
My heart’s beating like a drum. I’m confused, I’m angry, and a sense of guilt is creeping over me.
I thought I’d grown, that he couldn’t make me feel like this anymore. Now I feel like I’ve been transported back through time and it’s all a game again. I’m at the beginning of an unexpected match that I haven’t trained for.
“I can do this,” I mutter to myself. Now, if only I believed it…
Well... 2 more books to go... I hope they will deliver what I need so that I won't need to lower my rating. I hope they will give me the HEA I need.
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This third book in the series conveys lots of new and shocking information along with many emotional storms. Love triangle from hell is in full force. Grrr!
The book goes forward in time. It is in the present time now. It covers the two months after the big revelation. There are fun times, sad times, conflicts, arguments, tension, secrets - both hidden & revealed, plot twists that still shock me etc...
I still love the heroine but sometimes I want to strangle the hero. I hated Cal. I don't think I like Chris that much either. However, a combination of both these men, "good parts taken, worst parts deleted" could make a better hero. Well, I just wish...
***********************************************
This book is in dual point of view for the first time in the series. It is heart-breaking to feel the dilemma of both characters.
The writing is still captivating and mind-blowing. Even when I was eating, I was still reading it. I just couldn't put it down. I couldn't sleep till 04:00 a.m., trying to finish reading it. It is so very addicting. I want to finish it and then, I don't want to finish it. Something like that :)
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Again, the worst part is the editing mistakes... Dear Ms. Moore, please have these books edited because they taint the perfection of your beautiful books.
***********************************************
If you haven't read the previous books in the series, maybe you shouldn't check the quotations as they might contain spoilers, albeit mild.
QUOTATIONS from this book...
He’s nice, he’s funny and fun to be around.
I could imagine things being easy with him.
Jenna got easy.
I got complicated, arrogant, selfish and secretive.
It’s not hard to be with someone that’s easy.
They probably never fight or argue.
Chris doesn’t seem like the type.
It’s not hard to love someone like that.
He didn’t disappear on her for days at a time;
he didn’t use sex to screw with her head.
She didn’t have to deal with mood swings,
condescending attitudes, or go through
an entire pregnancy alone.
But she still gets the smile.
She gets the easy part.
How the fuck did I end up here? It’s the same question I’ve asked myself a thousand times. I’ve imagined what this would be like for two years… Now, I’m terrified of it.
My heart’s beating like a drum. I’m confused, I’m angry, and a sense of guilt is creeping over me.
I thought I’d grown, that he couldn’t make me feel like this anymore. Now I feel like I’ve been transported back through time and it’s all a game again. I’m at the beginning of an unexpected match that I haven’t trained for.
“I can do this,” I mutter to myself. Now, if only I believed it…
Well... 2 more books to go... I hope they will deliver what I need so that I won't need to lower my rating. I hope they will give me the HEA I need.
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January 11, 2020
Fuck, this series is good! 😍 At this point, telling what the story is about would spoil it. I'm having such a great time reading it though! I'm actually shocked at how much I'm enjoying it!
That's why I love getting recommendations of older books. You find hidden gems. I have never heard of this series or this author in my life until my friend recommended it to me the other day when I asked a question on social media about a book or series that consumed you. Shout out to Courtney for this amazing recommendation! 🤩
That's why I love getting recommendations of older books. You find hidden gems. I have never heard of this series or this author in my life until my friend recommended it to me the other day when I asked a question on social media about a book or series that consumed you. Shout out to Courtney for this amazing recommendation! 🤩
November 15, 2014
4.5 stars..
This was my reaction right after finishing this book:
That cliffhanger!!
Seriously, if that wasn't evil I don't know what was. In fact, I was reading down the page on my kindle, and in my mind, I was thinking:
"This better not be the ending, this really better not be the ending, this better freaking not be the ending .
I even refused to turn to the next page for like a good 10 seconds, and yep..... THE END.
and omg. That was WAYYYY too short. Like seriously. It took me an hour and a half to read it. AN HOUR AND A HALF.
Sooo besides the epic troll of the cliffhanger and how short it seemed, it was a really nice book. Tbh, I don't like it as much as I liked If I Break... but it was largely missing Cal soooo I was kinda biased anyway. Cal's an ass, but he sure makes the story better in it lol. Not that Chris is not nice lol, and it's nice to see his character progression over the book... and also because he's a much better guy than Cal, but he's not really the same xD
Sooo about the book itself, there's really not that much plot-wise, and in that sense, I guess I can kinda see why it felt so short to me. There's a lot in it– but there's really not that much that happens. It was to be expected in some ways really, so I'm disparaging that, but it did suck as a reader.
One thing I really did like was how this book kinda planted hints about Cal's reason for existence and stuff, and it was interesting to see his Dad being so sketchy half the time. Cuz like seriously, his Dad and Jenna are like seriously freaking ANNOYING. I can kiiiiiinda get over Jenna, because for all her bitching(which I sincerely hate), she does love Chris, and he is leaving her, so she gets the short end of the stick.
But Cal's Dad is just so. freaking. annoying. So I'm kinda interested to see how that relationship plays out in the next book especially with this:
Yepp.... the next book comes out Spring 2015 so now the wait begins for that because seriously, this was just too short. And Portia Moore? Please never ever ever end a book like that again!!!!
This was my reaction right after finishing this book:
That cliffhanger!!
Seriously, if that wasn't evil I don't know what was. In fact, I was reading down the page on my kindle, and in my mind, I was thinking:
"This better not be the ending, this really better not be the ending, this better freaking not be the ending .
I even refused to turn to the next page for like a good 10 seconds, and yep..... THE END.
and omg. That was WAYYYY too short. Like seriously. It took me an hour and a half to read it. AN HOUR AND A HALF.
Sooo besides the epic troll of the cliffhanger and how short it seemed, it was a really nice book. Tbh, I don't like it as much as I liked If I Break... but it was largely missing Cal soooo I was kinda biased anyway. Cal's an ass, but he sure makes the story better in it lol. Not that Chris is not nice lol, and it's nice to see his character progression over the book... and also because he's a much better guy than Cal, but he's not really the same xD
Sooo about the book itself, there's really not that much plot-wise, and in that sense, I guess I can kinda see why it felt so short to me. There's a lot in it– but there's really not that much that happens. It was to be expected in some ways really, so I'm disparaging that, but it did suck as a reader.
One thing I really did like was how this book kinda planted hints about Cal's reason for existence and stuff, and it was interesting to see his Dad being so sketchy half the time. Cuz like seriously, his Dad and Jenna are like seriously freaking ANNOYING. I can kiiiiiinda get over Jenna, because for all her bitching(which I sincerely hate), she does love Chris, and he is leaving her, so she gets the short end of the stick.
But Cal's Dad is just so. freaking. annoying. So I'm kinda interested to see how that relationship plays out in the next book especially with this:
Yepp.... the next book comes out Spring 2015 so now the wait begins for that because seriously, this was just too short. And Portia Moore? Please never ever ever end a book like that again!!!!
November 20, 2014
Holy shit!!
What did I just read??
So Cal is now his alter Chris and Lauren is finding her way to accept this new person and trying not to love him because all she sees is Cal when she looks at him.
But Chris loves someone else....stuck in between her feelings and Caylen, Lauren is trying.
Chris starts getting glimpses of Cal in his mind. Vivid memories...
Is it enough for him to marry another or to love his wife and child.
What will be the turning point?
Just when we think this is the epic conculsion... It actually isn't...
Portia Moore leaves us hanging by a thread....
What did I just read??
So Cal is now his alter Chris and Lauren is finding her way to accept this new person and trying not to love him because all she sees is Cal when she looks at him.
But Chris loves someone else....stuck in between her feelings and Caylen, Lauren is trying.
Chris starts getting glimpses of Cal in his mind. Vivid memories...
Is it enough for him to marry another or to love his wife and child.
What will be the turning point?
Just when we think this is the epic conculsion... It actually isn't...
Portia Moore leaves us hanging by a thread....
November 19, 2016
Yep... ya está lista la reseña COMPLETA, o sea... de toda la serie jajaja en el blog, la hice en una porque me los leí de corrido. :D jajaja
http://www.virivillarreal.com/2016/11...
Y como no se en cual libro poner el link... creo que lo pondré en todos jeje.
Por cierto, en cada reseña aquí en GR dejo algo relativo solo al libro :)
Ok, este me gustó mucho más que el primero. Aquí realmente se ve el proceso de enamoramiento de los protagonistas. Se ven sus diferentes personalidades, como son y lo que hacen. Me gustó mucho. En cuanto lo terminé me puse a leer el otro y bueno... resultó tan bueno que lo acabo de terminar.
http://www.virivillarreal.com/2016/11...
Y como no se en cual libro poner el link... creo que lo pondré en todos jeje.
Por cierto, en cada reseña aquí en GR dejo algo relativo solo al libro :)
Ok, este me gustó mucho más que el primero. Aquí realmente se ve el proceso de enamoramiento de los protagonistas. Se ven sus diferentes personalidades, como son y lo que hacen. Me gustó mucho. En cuanto lo terminé me puse a leer el otro y bueno... resultó tan bueno que lo acabo de terminar.
December 20, 2018
My favorite so far!!! Again, not sure what I can say without giving the plot away but this was sooo good! We get some more answers and the more info we get, the more we want to root for this couple. Was hooked from beginning to end ❤️
July 28, 2014
i need this book right now ashdhjsbdjkasndajksndjkna
November 9, 2014
Advance Readers Copy (ARC) provided for my blog for an honest review by the lovely author Portia Moore
Title: Almost Broken
Series: If I Break, #2
Author: Portia Moore
Release Date: November 14th, 2014
Rating: 5 Stars
Cliffhanger:
HEA:
Character Casting:
Lauren -
Chris/Cal -
Review:
This book was thrilling, amazing on the 'end of your seat' series that you just wish the heroine will get her happy ending. I was honored to be given an ARC of this series and I can't explain in words how much I loved it. It does go a bit slow in the beginning but makes it up in the middle and the end of the book with a twist you never saw coming.
Is Cal really gone? I'm not going to answer that, you have to find out on your own.
Portia Moore made an interesting book original, we get dual POV which is amazing because we get to find out what is going on in both their heads. But when I say you'll going to hate Mr.Scott & Jenna they will make you want to smack them more than twice.
Even though we get more answers they're so much more unanswered. I seriously can't wait for the final book. because this book just left me hanging on a thread and I need more.
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Title: Almost Broken
Series: If I Break, #2
Author: Portia Moore
Release Date: November 14th, 2014
Rating: 5 Stars
Cliffhanger:
HEA:
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Review:
This book was thrilling, amazing on the 'end of your seat' series that you just wish the heroine will get her happy ending. I was honored to be given an ARC of this series and I can't explain in words how much I loved it. It does go a bit slow in the beginning but makes it up in the middle and the end of the book with a twist you never saw coming.
Is Cal really gone? I'm not going to answer that, you have to find out on your own.
Portia Moore made an interesting book original, we get dual POV which is amazing because we get to find out what is going on in both their heads. But when I say you'll going to hate Mr.Scott & Jenna they will make you want to smack them more than twice.
Even though we get more answers they're so much more unanswered. I seriously can't wait for the final book. because this book just left me hanging on a thread and I need more.
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December 8, 2014
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Just when I thought I've had enough cliffhangers with this series...Yep, couldn't have been more wrong! BUT! This installment was just what I needed after that very long and depressing reading hiatus I had for almost two months now. I've been quite busy with my academics and I really haven't found time to squeeze in a little good reading and do some book reviews---both of which I absolutely missed. So, I am very sorry Ms. Portia Moore for not doing my book review as soon as you gave me an ARC of this. There was just so many things going on and I really couldn't find time to read this, even though it was all I wanted to do. Thank heavens that I finally did read this, and it definitely was the right cure to my reading hiatus.
After reading If I Break and Before I Break, both of which ended with a very devastating and nail-biting cliffhanger, I wanted to get my hands as soon as possible with Almost Broken. The first two installments got me depressed for days, and safe to say, this recent book also ended with a good book hangover.
I have really grown to empathize with Lauren all throughout. With everything that has happened to her, which shattered everything she thought she knew and caused a major change in her life, you can see that she has a strong personality, but is actually a fragile person deep inside.
In connection with Lauren's vulnerability, this then brings me to Chris. Okay, first thing's first, I love Chris---just as much as I love Cal. When I compare the two, they are entirely different, but somehow, pretty much the same. Although I did fall in love with Cal first, I have grown an attachment to Chris. I guess, in a way, I can feel what Lauren is feeling. It's easy to distinguish Chris from Cal, but at the same time, so hard to separate the two personalities.
Chris' DID is definitely a difficult case to handle, and his disorder managed to completely mess numerous lives, especially Lauren's, his very own, and even Jenna's. Also, can I just say that as much as I want to feel bad for Jenna and understand what she's going through, I absolutely despise her. She's not making it easier for anyone. In addition to this, let me bring up Chris' dad as well. I don't like how he's so cold to Lauren, and is most of the time, rude to her.
I'm just like
However, Chris' mom, his friends, Lisa and Aidan, Raven, and Caylen also added nice touches to this book. I love their characters, and I really liked how they played important parts to the lives of Chris and Lauren.
But of course, I can't help but really feel bad whenever Lauren and Chris suppress their feelings for each other.
At least Lauren was aware of her feelings, and accepted it to herself, but Chris continued being stubborn.
But until suddenly...
I really loved Lauren and Chris together. The way that they're shy around one another is so cute, and I just absolutely adore their chemistry. I love how Chris is so sweet towards Lauren, and how at the end, he just can't deny that Lauren has managed to get to his system.
And OMG the sexual tension between them is so frustrating.
But then that ending...
Yep, I definitely need the next installment!
Anyway, 5 stars to this book!
"The thing is I think I am broken, almost at least."
Just when I thought I've had enough cliffhangers with this series...Yep, couldn't have been more wrong! BUT! This installment was just what I needed after that very long and depressing reading hiatus I had for almost two months now. I've been quite busy with my academics and I really haven't found time to squeeze in a little good reading and do some book reviews---both of which I absolutely missed. So, I am very sorry Ms. Portia Moore for not doing my book review as soon as you gave me an ARC of this. There was just so many things going on and I really couldn't find time to read this, even though it was all I wanted to do. Thank heavens that I finally did read this, and it definitely was the right cure to my reading hiatus.
"Everything is great, except I’m in love with a man who really has no idea who I am and he’s engaged to be married to another woman."
After reading If I Break and Before I Break, both of which ended with a very devastating and nail-biting cliffhanger, I wanted to get my hands as soon as possible with Almost Broken. The first two installments got me depressed for days, and safe to say, this recent book also ended with a good book hangover.
"If he could just remember something about us, about me, our life together. It’s pathetic. I know, but it would make me feel some consolation. If Cal loved me and he’s a part of him, he should feel something. Even if it’s locked away in another part of his mind, he should remember something."
I have really grown to empathize with Lauren all throughout. With everything that has happened to her, which shattered everything she thought she knew and caused a major change in her life, you can see that she has a strong personality, but is actually a fragile person deep inside.
"She’s strong, but fragile. She puts up a hard shell around herself but she’s vulnerable, and I know my actions affect her more than anyone, well almost anyone, and that’s the problem."
In connection with Lauren's vulnerability, this then brings me to Chris. Okay, first thing's first, I love Chris---just as much as I love Cal. When I compare the two, they are entirely different, but somehow, pretty much the same. Although I did fall in love with Cal first, I have grown an attachment to Chris. I guess, in a way, I can feel what Lauren is feeling. It's easy to distinguish Chris from Cal, but at the same time, so hard to separate the two personalities.
"His eyes lock into mine, and for a second, he looks at me how Cal used to, with an intensity that overwhelmed me, that used to consume me."
Chris' DID is definitely a difficult case to handle, and his disorder managed to completely mess numerous lives, especially Lauren's, his very own, and even Jenna's. Also, can I just say that as much as I want to feel bad for Jenna and understand what she's going through, I absolutely despise her. She's not making it easier for anyone. In addition to this, let me bring up Chris' dad as well. I don't like how he's so cold to Lauren, and is most of the time, rude to her.
I'm just like
However, Chris' mom, his friends, Lisa and Aidan, Raven, and Caylen also added nice touches to this book. I love their characters, and I really liked how they played important parts to the lives of Chris and Lauren.
But of course, I can't help but really feel bad whenever Lauren and Chris suppress their feelings for each other.
"It’s a lot harder than I thought it’d be, pretending to be indifferent and not in love with a person sitting a few inches from you and even harder when you see firsthand they love someone else."
At least Lauren was aware of her feelings, and accepted it to herself, but Chris continued being stubborn.
But until suddenly...
"I want to tell her the feelings I have are Cal’s not mine. But if I did it would be a white lie. There are a lot of reasons I have feelings for the woman in those pictures...
And Cal isn’t one of them."
I really loved Lauren and Chris together. The way that they're shy around one another is so cute, and I just absolutely adore their chemistry. I love how Chris is so sweet towards Lauren, and how at the end, he just can't deny that Lauren has managed to get to his system.
"The three things I like about Cal are: he met you, he made Caylen and he brought you both into my life."
And OMG the sexual tension between them is so frustrating.
"It’s taking everything in me to keep my arms at my sides. Every ounce of determination I have is being employed to, stamp out the urge to wrap my arms around the small of her back, pulling her against me and kissing her lips that are barely open but begging me to taste them."
But then that ending...
Yep, I definitely need the next installment!
“Because I loved him, and I still had hope.”
Anyway, 5 stars to this book!
July 8, 2020
4.25 Stars / 2 Steam Fans
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May 9, 2016
YEP this story was all kind of emotional ...
NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO
I CANNOT BELIEVE IT !! I MEAN REALLY ??? WAIT WHAT ? WHY NOW ?
OK I need to regroup before writing a review OMG...
4 stars people YES it is worth it !!
I don't know what to say, this book just took me by surprise !! this one aimed straight for my heart ...
I thought I could predict what was going to happen and to a certain extent P.Moore did all I wanted her to do.
This love story is a force to be reckoned with.
Moore gave an honest & emotional portrayal of two people who are utterly LOST. This author's voice was powerful enough to convey what it feels like when you cannot trust yourself and live in a perpetual state of fear.
I liked Chris in the novella but I admit I was losing patience with him in this book, his mental instability was painful to read about because it seemed too real. Lauren was her usual amazing self but she was sometimes too kind with her husband ;) !!
The plot seems to thicken around what triggers Cal to appear & disappear... The family dynamics between Chris & his parents was interesting and explains a lot about him. I am not sure I understand what the hell the fake fiancée is still doing here & I am tired of Chris BEING A PUSHOVER...
The ending was frustratingly perfect though !! I was breathless & giddy LOL now I need to bother Portia Moore to know when the next gem is being published because HOW CAN I WAIT ANY LONGER?
If you have any doubt YES I recommend this book but read them in order & you'll have one fun roller coaster ride :)
cheers
NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO
I CANNOT BELIEVE IT !! I MEAN REALLY ??? WAIT WHAT ? WHY NOW ?
OK I need to regroup before writing a review OMG...
4 stars people YES it is worth it !!
I don't know what to say, this book just took me by surprise !! this one aimed straight for my heart ...
I thought I could predict what was going to happen and to a certain extent P.Moore did all I wanted her to do.
This love story is a force to be reckoned with.
Moore gave an honest & emotional portrayal of two people who are utterly LOST. This author's voice was powerful enough to convey what it feels like when you cannot trust yourself and live in a perpetual state of fear.
I liked Chris in the novella but I admit I was losing patience with him in this book, his mental instability was painful to read about because it seemed too real. Lauren was her usual amazing self but she was sometimes too kind with her husband ;) !!
The plot seems to thicken around what triggers Cal to appear & disappear... The family dynamics between Chris & his parents was interesting and explains a lot about him. I am not sure I understand what the hell the fake fiancée is still doing here & I am tired of Chris BEING A PUSHOVER...
The ending was frustratingly perfect though !! I was breathless & giddy LOL now I need to bother Portia Moore to know when the next gem is being published because HOW CAN I WAIT ANY LONGER?
If you have any doubt YES I recommend this book but read them in order & you'll have one fun roller coaster ride :)
cheers
June 7, 2022
Me encantaaaa
Me hace llorar
Simplemente muchas emociones
Me hace llorar
Simplemente muchas emociones
November 14, 2014
Oh my fuck! When will this rollercoaster end? And do I really want to get off.
This series has made me feel SO DAMN EMOTIONAL. The ups and downs, highs and lows. It just doesn't stop until I'm smiling like no tomorrow or bawling my eyes out. I have NO clue where this is going, at all. I really want Cal/Chris to be one man and be with her. As for Jenna, well I'd really like to see her get hit by a bus.... twice. She's such a horrible character, drives me up the wall.
Can't wait for the next!
This series has made me feel SO DAMN EMOTIONAL. The ups and downs, highs and lows. It just doesn't stop until I'm smiling like no tomorrow or bawling my eyes out. I have NO clue where this is going, at all. I really want Cal/Chris to be one man and be with her. As for Jenna, well I'd really like to see her get hit by a bus.... twice. She's such a horrible character, drives me up the wall.
Can't wait for the next!
September 17, 2023
Basically the book in two sentences:
I walked to the kichten in a long dresk.
He kissed my lipss. and his hands were rouhg.
(horrible grammar included)
I walked to the kichten in a long dresk.
He kissed my lipss. and his hands were rouhg.
(horrible grammar included)
December 10, 2016
~~5 stars~~
GAH!!!! That ending!!!!!! I can't stop now!!!!
December 20, 2014
Completely and Utterly OBSESSED with this series. The motha effin cliffhanger though. How can you do that to us Portia, and leave us waiting until Spring 2015!! I swear, you have officially become one of my favorite authors.
Almost Broken was even more than I expected. I loved how in detail it went about D.I.D. That's not really a common disorder, so to put it out there for readers and make a hell of an amazing story line with it takes talent!
Cal..Chris.. Poor Lauren! My heart just breaks for her, I swear. I want to just rip her out the book. What she has experienced is beyond heartbreak and pain. Loving two men but in reality he's the same person physically with dual personalities who appears and disappears randomly meanwhile not knowing that they're doing it. That's freaking crazy.
I loved each and every second of this book. Wouldn't had changed it one bit.... except if Lauren could kick Jenna's ass some point in the series, that'll be wonderful !!!!
Way to go Portia!!!!!!!!
Almost Broken was even more than I expected. I loved how in detail it went about D.I.D. That's not really a common disorder, so to put it out there for readers and make a hell of an amazing story line with it takes talent!
Cal..Chris.. Poor Lauren! My heart just breaks for her, I swear. I want to just rip her out the book. What she has experienced is beyond heartbreak and pain. Loving two men but in reality he's the same person physically with dual personalities who appears and disappears randomly meanwhile not knowing that they're doing it. That's freaking crazy.
I loved each and every second of this book. Wouldn't had changed it one bit.... except if Lauren could kick Jenna's ass some point in the series, that'll be wonderful !!!!
Way to go Portia!!!!!!!!
April 27, 2016
Damn that was fine. So flipping angsty which is totally not usually my thing, but I'm just so into this I don't even care. Get me!
I won't say anything much about the plot lest I spoil it, but there are so many twists and turns in this, I'm totally gripped. The action and particularly the scenes between the characters felt a little like a (really good) soap opera at times, full of toe curlingly awkward discussions around the dinner table and heart stopping revelations.
This time the narrator switches between Chris and Lauren in fp which worked really well and there was only a few repeated moments which was a relief. Now Chris...Not so sure about him, he's a bit well, wet for me, but he has had his moments. I might yet be convinced.
Still loads of unanswered questions and an absolute killer of a cliffhanger at the end. Glad I got the box set.
Highly recommended read.
I won't say anything much about the plot lest I spoil it, but there are so many twists and turns in this, I'm totally gripped. The action and particularly the scenes between the characters felt a little like a (really good) soap opera at times, full of toe curlingly awkward discussions around the dinner table and heart stopping revelations.
This time the narrator switches between Chris and Lauren in fp which worked really well and there was only a few repeated moments which was a relief. Now Chris...Not so sure about him, he's a bit well, wet for me, but he has had his moments. I might yet be convinced.
Still loads of unanswered questions and an absolute killer of a cliffhanger at the end. Glad I got the box set.
Highly recommended read.
May 7, 2017
I really hate the feeling when a book is wasting my time. This book is trying so hard to make Jenna the bitch in order to make Lauren the saint, but considering the situation, Jenna has a right to feel bitter.
And I'm sick of Chris. His povs only served to make me dislike him more and more. He's not even likable. He's a pussy and he strings people for his own convenient. Also I loved that he kept on postponing seeing a doctor when he should have done that when Lauren came into the picture. Nice way to lengthen a book I guess?
And Lauren, I hate that she's using her daughter as a pawn. Mf stop, woman. Make up your mind. Her doormat way is pissing me off so much. And when she slept with Chris in the end? That's so disgusting of them. I'm so done.
I just want Cal back. As shitty as he was, at least he was likeable.
And I'm sick of Chris. His povs only served to make me dislike him more and more. He's not even likable. He's a pussy and he strings people for his own convenient. Also I loved that he kept on postponing seeing a doctor when he should have done that when Lauren came into the picture. Nice way to lengthen a book I guess?
And Lauren, I hate that she's using her daughter as a pawn. Mf stop, woman. Make up your mind. Her doormat way is pissing me off so much. And when she slept with Chris in the end? That's so disgusting of them. I'm so done.
I just want Cal back. As shitty as he was, at least he was likeable.
November 22, 2022
Lauren
Cal
Caylen
Chris
Cal
Caylen
Chris
September 22, 2018
No need review... Ihave to continue reading next one asap...
February 8, 2018
I seriously can’t even begin to say how much I’m enjoying this series. I started of intending on reading just the first book but now I can’t stop myself. Everything is just intriguing and I’m left needing to read all the books and that’s exactly what I’m doing.
Lauren and Chris/Cal’s story is intriguing and interests me so much. I actually can’t get enough right now!
That ending, oh my gosh. I can’t even I need to read the next book now.
Lauren and Chris/Cal’s story is intriguing and interests me so much. I actually can’t get enough right now!
That ending, oh my gosh. I can’t even I need to read the next book now.
November 16, 2014
It's just a four for me. Why? Because of that damn cliffhanger. I know those who read this will understand my feelings. Okay, maybe a 4.5 since I just damn love Chris and Cal.
I became obsessed with this series when I read the first book which made me cry like a major baby by the way. I can't believe I let a day pass by and didn't read this on the day it was published.
Oh, now I remember. There was a delay and the fact that I live in another country didn't help with the timezone. When it went live, I was probably close to sleeping and reading another book.
Anyway, as soon as I got it last night, I told myself that I was going to read this as soon as I finish the book that I was reading. I started reading this around 12:30 am and finished around 4 am. I'm a very dedicated reader when it comes to this book.
I liked hearing from Chris's point of view. In fact, I sort of hoped for one when I read the novella. It was refreshing having an idea what he was feeling. I honestly kept wondering why in the world he's so head over heels in love with a puppy kicker then I think about Lauren and wonder why she's with Cal anyway.
But unlike Jenna (Chris's fiance), Cal had redeeming qualities that I actually liked. Cal came across as cold, indifferent and arrogant in the first book and I hated he acted like a jerk towards Lauren but I now understand why he's like that. His redeeming qualities would probably include that he fights for Lauren. He would never let anyone talk down to her the way Jenna and Chris's father does. Chris tries his best to steer their attention away from Lauren and often scolds them but come on! I like imagining how Cal would react and he'd probably yell at them or shove them out of the house. Better yet, he and Lauren should walk out!
Let's not also forget the fact that even if he disappears for a huge amount of time, he always comes back for Lauren. He always fights for them and that's why I love him.
Chris on the other hand is the polar opposite of Cal. He's sweet, caring, kind and attentive. He obviously adores their daughter Caylen and cares for Lauren. Whether as a friend or more, he doesn't know. He's confused a lot in this book. He's also very stressed out and not like the laid back, happy go lucky guy that some of the characters described. Well, there is a reason why he is like that anyway.
Now Lauren. I liked Lauren in the first book. She says what's on her mind with little hesitation and it often got her in tight situations with Cal but here... She held back. Sure, she still tells Chris stuff but not as much. She doesn't comment on the fact that whenever they're having a nice time that someone (Usually Jenna or William aka his father) ruins it. She doesn't say anything when he involuntarily hurts her. Oh he knows what he's doing but he still does it anyway.
I didn't like the fact that Chris juggled his feelings with Jenna and Lauren in this book as well. A lot of people in the book told him to choose one to focus his attention on because people shouldn't have to remind themselves that they love this person. But Chris being Chris does it anyway.
Reading this book, I have developed a theory that Cal might have more control than Chris does. He controls when he comes and goes, when he shows memories and I'm pretty sure if he chose to take over, he can probably do it. Now that I think about it, as much as I love Chris, I'll probably choose Cal over him. Mostly because Cal acts on his feelings and not like Chris who hides them.
All in all, I loved it. I didn't cry at all and I pretty much expected to bawl my eyes out. Except I didn't and I wished I did. I like crying over these characters.
Can't wait for Spring 2015 although I need a title and an exact date to satisfy myself. :)
I became obsessed with this series when I read the first book which made me cry like a major baby by the way. I can't believe I let a day pass by and didn't read this on the day it was published.
Oh, now I remember. There was a delay and the fact that I live in another country didn't help with the timezone. When it went live, I was probably close to sleeping and reading another book.
Anyway, as soon as I got it last night, I told myself that I was going to read this as soon as I finish the book that I was reading. I started reading this around 12:30 am and finished around 4 am. I'm a very dedicated reader when it comes to this book.
I liked hearing from Chris's point of view. In fact, I sort of hoped for one when I read the novella. It was refreshing having an idea what he was feeling. I honestly kept wondering why in the world he's so head over heels in love with a puppy kicker then I think about Lauren and wonder why she's with Cal anyway.
But unlike Jenna (Chris's fiance), Cal had redeeming qualities that I actually liked. Cal came across as cold, indifferent and arrogant in the first book and I hated he acted like a jerk towards Lauren but I now understand why he's like that. His redeeming qualities would probably include that he fights for Lauren. He would never let anyone talk down to her the way Jenna and Chris's father does. Chris tries his best to steer their attention away from Lauren and often scolds them but come on! I like imagining how Cal would react and he'd probably yell at them or shove them out of the house. Better yet, he and Lauren should walk out!
Let's not also forget the fact that even if he disappears for a huge amount of time, he always comes back for Lauren. He always fights for them and that's why I love him.
Chris on the other hand is the polar opposite of Cal. He's sweet, caring, kind and attentive. He obviously adores their daughter Caylen and cares for Lauren. Whether as a friend or more, he doesn't know. He's confused a lot in this book. He's also very stressed out and not like the laid back, happy go lucky guy that some of the characters described. Well, there is a reason why he is like that anyway.
Now Lauren. I liked Lauren in the first book. She says what's on her mind with little hesitation and it often got her in tight situations with Cal but here... She held back. Sure, she still tells Chris stuff but not as much. She doesn't comment on the fact that whenever they're having a nice time that someone (Usually Jenna or William aka his father) ruins it. She doesn't say anything when he involuntarily hurts her. Oh he knows what he's doing but he still does it anyway.
I didn't like the fact that Chris juggled his feelings with Jenna and Lauren in this book as well. A lot of people in the book told him to choose one to focus his attention on because people shouldn't have to remind themselves that they love this person. But Chris being Chris does it anyway.
Reading this book, I have developed a theory that Cal might have more control than Chris does. He controls when he comes and goes, when he shows memories and I'm pretty sure if he chose to take over, he can probably do it. Now that I think about it, as much as I love Chris, I'll probably choose Cal over him. Mostly because Cal acts on his feelings and not like Chris who hides them.
All in all, I loved it. I didn't cry at all and I pretty much expected to bawl my eyes out. Except I didn't and I wished I did. I like crying over these characters.
Can't wait for Spring 2015 although I need a title and an exact date to satisfy myself. :)
April 30, 2015
4.5 Mashocist-of-Love stars...
This series got me hooked! And I enjoyed reading them so much. Uh, not really... I mean, im not happy when Lauren hurt. :(
In this book, this is where Lauren...put herself..to be a MASOCHIST...for the sake of her dear lovely Caylen...
Apparently people will do anything for their little one. No matter how it'll make them feel and whatever they must bear...
There were times when I hoped she just moved on with her life... Date other guys.. SCREW THE SCOTTS!! It's okay to be a bitch sometimes.
Good thing that she has best friends like Angela & Hillary and her aunt Raven. Although, Hillary is bitchy sometimes but that's her unique. I loved her bitch side especially at the incident with the MEGA BITCH Jenna. My favorites of Hillary on Lauren..
"How long have you guys been friends?" Lisa asks cautiously.
Hillary, I'm so proud of you!
When reading this, sometimes I think the story feels like a joke of Lauren's life. No offense. And I can't help but thinking: What if the author was Alessandra Torre? I bet she will fuck my mind more than this author did to me.
TBH, this story has potential to fuck our mind more than Black Lies has done. But for that case, BL still won the mind-fucking game.
STILL, the ending got me
This series got me hooked! And I enjoyed reading them so much. Uh, not really... I mean, im not happy when Lauren hurt. :(
In this book, this is where Lauren...put herself..to be a MASOCHIST...for the sake of her dear lovely Caylen...
Apparently people will do anything for their little one. No matter how it'll make them feel and whatever they must bear...
There were times when I hoped she just moved on with her life... Date other guys.. SCREW THE SCOTTS!! It's okay to be a bitch sometimes.
Good thing that she has best friends like Angela & Hillary and her aunt Raven. Although, Hillary is bitchy sometimes but that's her unique. I loved her bitch side especially at the incident with the MEGA BITCH Jenna. My favorites of Hillary on Lauren..
"Look, I'm sorry to disrespect your house like that. I told your mom, so now I'm telling you. For that, I apologize." she says, throwing her hands up. "But I'm not going to let anyone talk to my best friend that way, especially when she's trying to be nice."
"How long have you guys been friends?" Lisa asks cautiously.
"Since college. We're not on the best terms right now, but I'll be damned if I let someone talk to her like that." She then turns her attention to me.
"At first I thought you were lying. I didn't know whether to believe all this or not, but now I know you're not Cal," she says, looking at me bitterly.
I sigh. "Why is that?" I ask
"Cal would never let anyone to talk to Lauren like that."
Hillary, I'm so proud of you!
When reading this, sometimes I think the story feels like a joke of Lauren's life. No offense. And I can't help but thinking: What if the author was Alessandra Torre? I bet she will fuck my mind more than this author did to me.
TBH, this story has potential to fuck our mind more than Black Lies has done. But for that case, BL still won the mind-fucking game.
STILL, the ending got me
February 9, 2016
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So if you are reading this, you read the first book in the series. I hope so! I do not want to ruin anything for you :) This will be a pretty simple review, as I do not want to ruin anything for you as the reader.
At the end of book one, Cal tells Lauren has to leave and he will not be coming back. She assumes he is leaving her, possibly even for another woman. He promises her that is not the case but she doesn't believe anything he tells her anymore. When he leaves, Lauren finds out she is pregnant and has to be strong for their child. That is where book 2 in the series begins. Lauren is celebrating their daughter's first birthday with friends and family. She hasn't moved on from Cal but she is starting to feel like maybe she can. Things seem to be going better when she learns where Cal is. Lauren goes after him, not for her but for their child. What she discovers... oh my, what she discovers will knock your socks off!!!
Portia Moore did it again. She had me at every page, every word. I couldn't wait to finish the page I was reading so fast just to find what happens next. I could not believe what I was reading. I felt so torn for them all and Lauren, poor Lauren! I also loved the dual POV's. It was essential to hear from both characters. I can't imagine only reading from Lauren's POV. It would have driven me crazy not knowing what "he" thinks and feels.
I ended up falling in love with Chris. They are both so different, yet the same. Lauren really deserves to be happy, but in this situation can she truly be? This was a real page-turner. I couldn't put the book down. I was even cooking dinner over the stove not able to put down my Kindle. I am sad, yet excited to read the next and last book of the trilogy. I just hope Lauren, Chris, and even Cal will get their HEA. There was so much damage and no one to trust. They all deserve peace and resolution.
I give Almost Broken (If I Break #2) 4.5 Stars!
P.S. My advice to you, have book 3 ready to go! You will WANT it ASAP!
April 17, 2015
Ok here I go and there will probably be spoilers so if you haven't read any of these books then I suggest not reading any further.
When I read the first book in this series I'll admit I wasn't thrilled about it. I honestly didn't think that it could get better so I sat here for a couple of days wondering if I should even continue. Well after I introduced the book to my cousin, she continued on to read the next 2 and said that they were getting really good. That's when I thought to myself, "Well I've already started and I do want to see what happens." So I continued and boy am I glad I did. I said I was going to give Portia Moore another chance to change my mind and she did.
I don't know about anyone else but I'm actually infatuated with Cal! There's something just so sexy about him and I want more! The entire book I kept waiting and waiting for him to come back. Now I like Chris but I did not like the way he kept bashing Cal. Cal is a part of him and he needs to accept that! I feel incredibly sorry for Lauren! Not only has she been through enough with all these secrets and lies but now she has to deal with Mr. Scott and the ever so annoying Jenna who by the way I hope drives off a cliff! Maybe her and Mr. Scott can take that drive together:)
When I read that last line of the book, I couldn't help but smile but I'm not happy that we have to wait until the Spring of 2015 to see what happens! I've been wanting Cal to come back this entire time and the fact that he does or at least it feels like it's him at the end has got me screaming! These characters are unique and after reading these last 2 books it really gave me a better understanding of the first book! It changed my whole perspective and I can honestly say that the review I gave the first one is definitely worth more than the 2 I gave it! So Portia, thank you for writing a great story and I cannot wait to continue on!
When I read the first book in this series I'll admit I wasn't thrilled about it. I honestly didn't think that it could get better so I sat here for a couple of days wondering if I should even continue. Well after I introduced the book to my cousin, she continued on to read the next 2 and said that they were getting really good. That's when I thought to myself, "Well I've already started and I do want to see what happens." So I continued and boy am I glad I did. I said I was going to give Portia Moore another chance to change my mind and she did.
I don't know about anyone else but I'm actually infatuated with Cal! There's something just so sexy about him and I want more! The entire book I kept waiting and waiting for him to come back. Now I like Chris but I did not like the way he kept bashing Cal. Cal is a part of him and he needs to accept that! I feel incredibly sorry for Lauren! Not only has she been through enough with all these secrets and lies but now she has to deal with Mr. Scott and the ever so annoying Jenna who by the way I hope drives off a cliff! Maybe her and Mr. Scott can take that drive together:)
When I read that last line of the book, I couldn't help but smile but I'm not happy that we have to wait until the Spring of 2015 to see what happens! I've been wanting Cal to come back this entire time and the fact that he does or at least it feels like it's him at the end has got me screaming! These characters are unique and after reading these last 2 books it really gave me a better understanding of the first book! It changed my whole perspective and I can honestly say that the review I gave the first one is definitely worth more than the 2 I gave it! So Portia, thank you for writing a great story and I cannot wait to continue on!
December 20, 2014
WOW, Great, Wonderful, The Best.
I love everything about these books. I am so glad I decided to read If I Break because I wanted more. And then Almost Broken. I have read a lot of books and I thought I had my favorite writers but this Author is a Genius. I felt as though I was watching a movie. These are the best character's and this is so well written I just didn't want to do anything but read,took everything I had to take a break. I recommend these books and in the order there written. I am blown away how someone can have such a Gift. Please Portia keep entertaining us!!
kozetteksmith
I love everything about these books. I am so glad I decided to read If I Break because I wanted more. And then Almost Broken. I have read a lot of books and I thought I had my favorite writers but this Author is a Genius. I felt as though I was watching a movie. These are the best character's and this is so well written I just didn't want to do anything but read,took everything I had to take a break. I recommend these books and in the order there written. I am blown away how someone can have such a Gift. Please Portia keep entertaining us!!
kozetteksmith
September 19, 2018
Wow. That ending. That was like a movie series ending, of the first part with a hint of more to come. Bang! I love it when the bad boy makes an appearance in the last scene , all wicked gleaming eyes.
So these tags may confuse you, first book has been tagged bad boy, alpha male etc & second book beta male , sweet guy etc. Well, you'll have to read to know.
Again recommended for fans of Alessandra Torre. *Black lies*
So these tags may confuse you, first book has been tagged bad boy, alpha male etc & second book beta male , sweet guy etc. Well, you'll have to read to know.
Again recommended for fans of Alessandra Torre. *Black lies*
July 6, 2015
First of all, OH MY GOD??????? THAT CLIFFHANGER IS MAKING ME THANK MY LUCKY STARS THAT I ALREADY BOUGHT THE THIRD BOOK???? holy shit. I loved loved this book I thought it was an amazing introduction to Chris and it was good that the spotlight was on getting to know him rather than trying to bring Cal back. I honestly don't know what to expect from the third book I just can't
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