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Paradise #2
Broken Butterfly
Mallory Scott trusts no one. At twenty-two, she's in a battle for her life. Living in a women's shelter after finally escaping an abusive relationship, the only thing Mallory is focused on is staying safe. But when he finds her again, Mallory must flee the shelter in the middle of the night and rely on the kindness of a stranger to help her create a new life for herself in Paradise, Pennsylvania, far away from everything she knows.
Eric Matthews has what every man wants: a successful job and beautiful new girlfriend. Unfortunately, it seems he is living for everyone else but himself. But when chance leads a mysterious woman to appear in his life, his world is suddenly thrown off its axis. Mallory wants nothing to do with him, and he is determined to find out why. Attracted to the one man she thinks she can never have, Mallory battles with her heart's deepest desires. Her barriers slowly break down until jealousy flares--revealing her haunted past. As destiny remains just within reach, only time will tell if a shocking scheme will separate Mallory and Eric forever.
In this compelling contemporary romance, the past intertwines with the present as a woman searches for the truth that will finally set her free.
Eric Matthews has what every man wants: a successful job and beautiful new girlfriend. Unfortunately, it seems he is living for everyone else but himself. But when chance leads a mysterious woman to appear in his life, his world is suddenly thrown off its axis. Mallory wants nothing to do with him, and he is determined to find out why. Attracted to the one man she thinks she can never have, Mallory battles with her heart's deepest desires. Her barriers slowly break down until jealousy flares--revealing her haunted past. As destiny remains just within reach, only time will tell if a shocking scheme will separate Mallory and Eric forever.
In this compelling contemporary romance, the past intertwines with the present as a woman searches for the truth that will finally set her free.
379 pages, Kindle Edition
First published November 10, 2014
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May 23, 2015
A great debut novel from a precious friend. Cindy has crafted a lovely romance with a beautiful setting, a little suspense, and some clever secret revealing. I'm jealous.:)
It's a very pretty book as well and just the right size for me. I realize this doesn't matter to some but I can't read a mass-market sized book. I call that the "grocery store size". I know there are others of you out there who feel the same way.
This one is available in paperback and ebook as well. If you enjoy a meaningful, young adult romance novel, give Broken Butterfly a try.
It's a very pretty book as well and just the right size for me. I realize this doesn't matter to some but I can't read a mass-market sized book. I call that the "grocery store size". I know there are others of you out there who feel the same way.
This one is available in paperback and ebook as well. If you enjoy a meaningful, young adult romance novel, give Broken Butterfly a try.
August 15, 2019
It is difficult to believe that this novel is the author’s debut. From an intriguing start, the story flows on to reveal an intricate world with many fleshed out characters and settings, keeping the reader captivated until the end. What really stood out to me, was the easy eloquence which the writer appears to possess. Even the best of stories can be impaired by poor narration; the author’s skillful way with words made sure that nothing stood in the way of the tale.
The story is told from the perspectives of two characters, switching from one to the other every few pages. This is done in a clever way that does not affect the readability of the story, and is tied up perfectly by the end of the book. The backstory of Mallory is provided to the reader in bits and pieces, supplied when necessary and suitable without taking over the narrative. All characters are tied together in one way or another so that there do not seem to be any loose ends, while not making any connections feel forced – something that is not always easy to achieve.
While there were one or two characters whose motives could have been clearer and I feel that the book could have ended two pages before it did, Broken Butterfly truly engrossed me. I am eager to read more novels by this author!
The story is told from the perspectives of two characters, switching from one to the other every few pages. This is done in a clever way that does not affect the readability of the story, and is tied up perfectly by the end of the book. The backstory of Mallory is provided to the reader in bits and pieces, supplied when necessary and suitable without taking over the narrative. All characters are tied together in one way or another so that there do not seem to be any loose ends, while not making any connections feel forced – something that is not always easy to achieve.
While there were one or two characters whose motives could have been clearer and I feel that the book could have ended two pages before it did, Broken Butterfly truly engrossed me. I am eager to read more novels by this author!
September 15, 2017
I couldn't put it down
It's a beautiful book. I couldn't put the book down it got me through the hurricane season when I couldn't sleep at night because we had no power and it was 90 degrees.
It's a beautiful book. I couldn't put the book down it got me through the hurricane season when I couldn't sleep at night because we had no power and it was 90 degrees.
September 14, 2017
Broken Butterfly(A Paradise Novel Book 2)
This was such a well written book. I loved all of the story's characters. Please take time to read this lovely story.
This was such a well written book. I loved all of the story's characters. Please take time to read this lovely story.
September 13, 2017
I couldn't putt it down.
May 13, 2018
Beautiful Story
I don't remember ever reading books by this author until recently, but I love her books, and her style of writing. I want to read more.
I don't remember ever reading books by this author until recently, but I love her books, and her style of writing. I want to read more.
September 10, 2017
Excellent
Very good cannot put down read! Shows how God is always in control in good and bad times. Loved it!
Very good cannot put down read! Shows how God is always in control in good and bad times. Loved it!
February 24, 2017
❤️❤️❤️
This book was AMAZING!! Made me cry,laugh,curse. Could not put it down. Mallory and Eric.2lost souls. Finding love can heal
This book was AMAZING!! Made me cry,laugh,curse. Could not put it down. Mallory and Eric.2lost souls. Finding love can heal
April 17, 2015
This is a wonderful, sweet romance read. Mallory's past experiences, in a foster home and later in an abusive relationship, have taught her to 'trust no one' until, once again, she is forced to flee from a women's shelter in the middle of the night. This begins a journey both physical and mental/emotional for Mallory.
It is a tender and touching story about a young woman's struggle to overcome her fears and learn to trust her instinct and heart.
It is a tender and touching story about a young woman's struggle to overcome her fears and learn to trust her instinct and heart.
March 1, 2015
Cindy Patterson is a master storyteller who wove together a wonderful romance of first love alongside the harsh realities of growing up in an abusive family. Her characters seemed to reach off the page to me and I found myself dreaming about them long after the book was over. A must read story of hope and the power of love.
January 8, 2015
This is a great book! It's inspiring, entertaining, and well written. I couldn't put it down. I hope the author continues to write in this genre. I'll read whatever she writes. I recommended this to my friends and family.
July 6, 2015
Broken Butterfly was an unexpected treat. It’s a story of how the circumstances we face in our lives cannot halt God’s plans for our future. Great characters. Wonderful conflict. A page turner. I received a free copy in exchange for my honest review.
December 14, 2015
Great Read
I thought this was a pretty great read I thought Mallory was a Person with great strength with what she had to go threw a Shenzhen me such great people and she finds Eric after so many years I thought it was a great christian read.
I thought this was a pretty great read I thought Mallory was a Person with great strength with what she had to go threw a Shenzhen me such great people and she finds Eric after so many years I thought it was a great christian read.
January 27, 2016
So Good!!!! Enjoyed this book from cover to cover. The characters were easy to like and felt like good friends by the time the book ended. Cindy Patterson is a rising star in Christian Romance and I can not wait to read her next book.
March 6, 2016
Faith
Excellent book that follows a young woman from a sad childhood ,through a tumultuous abusive relationship to the happy ending . An ending brought about by Faith and Devine intervention. Well written.
Excellent book that follows a young woman from a sad childhood ,through a tumultuous abusive relationship to the happy ending . An ending brought about by Faith and Devine intervention. Well written.
March 7, 2017
Didn't see the twist coming! That little surprise was fun.
I connected and sympathized with Mallory and thought Eric a noble lead male. It was nice to revisit the characters and setting from Chasing Paradise. Overall, a solid, engaging plot with a good blend of romance and tension.
I connected and sympathized with Mallory and thought Eric a noble lead male. It was nice to revisit the characters and setting from Chasing Paradise. Overall, a solid, engaging plot with a good blend of romance and tension.
January 7, 2015
Great book! I enjoyed the characters in the book and their different personalities. I had a hard time putting this book down.
January 9, 2016
Absolutely beautiful. It leaves you wanting more!
January 27, 2016
Love this book! The author is so talented and I thought the characters were very well developed. It was a wonderful Christian/romance book, that was hard to put down.
August 15, 2016
Cindy Patterson's Broken Butterfly lifted my spirits. I highly recommend it to readers looking for a lovely inspirational story.
March 3, 2016
Wonderful
I totally enjoyed this story. A good clean love story. Didn't want to put it down. Hope w enjoy it
I totally enjoyed this story. A good clean love story. Didn't want to put it down. Hope w enjoy it
March 20, 2016
A Drago fly for Mallory
Loved this sweet story. It was a bit far fetched he'd in places but I like happily ever after stories and this had all that and more.
Loved this sweet story. It was a bit far fetched he'd in places but I like happily ever after stories and this had all that and more.
September 29, 2016
Love it
What a great inspirational book this is. It keeps getting better as you read on. Ms. Patterson is a terrific author.
What a great inspirational book this is. It keeps getting better as you read on. Ms. Patterson is a terrific author.
September 28, 2017
After enduring homelessness, Mallory finds refuge in the household of a man named Jake. She soon sees his wicked, controlling ways and flees from him. Providence brings her into the pathway of Eric, a friend from her past. Eric is noble and kind and resolute to help Mallory, but she is haunted by her past and the evil man who plots to rip her and Eric apart forever.
The well thought out characters are intriguing and don’t be surprised if you can’t put the book down. Laced with uncertainty, treachery, adversity, as well as the goodness of mercy, kinship, and the love of God, author, Cindy Patterson has weaved throughout her pages a wholesome, memorable, yet edge of your seat, tale, you will want to add to your romance collection. There is also, Chasing Paradise (A Paradise Novel Book 1) which is a wonderful read you don’t want to miss out on as well.
The well thought out characters are intriguing and don’t be surprised if you can’t put the book down. Laced with uncertainty, treachery, adversity, as well as the goodness of mercy, kinship, and the love of God, author, Cindy Patterson has weaved throughout her pages a wholesome, memorable, yet edge of your seat, tale, you will want to add to your romance collection. There is also, Chasing Paradise (A Paradise Novel Book 1) which is a wonderful read you don’t want to miss out on as well.
October 26, 2017
Sweet read
I loved this book honestly. The sweetness and the love I could feel between the main characters was just so good for my soul. Now I only gave this book a 4 star because I hated the added drama. I feel like the h could have handled a lot of the situations better. I know it’s just a book and it’s supposed to be a little unrealistic, but I found myself more frustrated as I saw how she handled things. Now the H was amazing. Super sweet and supportive . He didn’t get angry with her at all. He was very understand. I loved that these to found each other again. I was cheering them on from beginning to end. And the ending was bitter sweet for me as well.
I loved this book honestly. The sweetness and the love I could feel between the main characters was just so good for my soul. Now I only gave this book a 4 star because I hated the added drama. I feel like the h could have handled a lot of the situations better. I know it’s just a book and it’s supposed to be a little unrealistic, but I found myself more frustrated as I saw how she handled things. Now the H was amazing. Super sweet and supportive . He didn’t get angry with her at all. He was very understand. I loved that these to found each other again. I was cheering them on from beginning to end. And the ending was bitter sweet for me as well.
March 25, 2021
What a great story! This would make a nice Hallmark movie someday. It was a page turner that kept me up reading late into the nights. I can’t wait for the follow up book ... hopefully soon. I can see the story unfolding now. The thing that KILLS me in these is the inability for people to be forthrightly honest and transparent. So much pain can be diverted ... won’t give any spoilers but it’s always my pet peeve of these kind of movies and books. I keep yelling at the page / screen “Just tell him/her!” Lol. Still a great story that I’d highly recommend. I went on Amazon and bought every other book available from this author. I’ll be following her.
January 22, 2018
A simple lighter read that also discusses some darker topics such as partner abuse, domestic violence, abandonment, foster care and other such topics. Nothing goes into much detail or depth, which keeps it lighter, but yet still addresses them.
It does have some Amish overtones, which is not usually my cup of tea and still really wasn't, but the rest of the story was fascinating.
It does have some Amish overtones, which is not usually my cup of tea and still really wasn't, but the rest of the story was fascinating.
November 11, 2017
Lovely story
Touching & lovely. Not completely believable, but with time, the author can probably overcome that. There were too many over-dramatized moments, but I tried to ignore them & just enjoy the story. Beautiful idea, the Dragonfly boy & Butterfly girl!
Touching & lovely. Not completely believable, but with time, the author can probably overcome that. There were too many over-dramatized moments, but I tried to ignore them & just enjoy the story. Beautiful idea, the Dragonfly boy & Butterfly girl!
September 15, 2017
Love story line
Loved the characters and story line. Had a few twists that were un expected and added to story. Will read more of her books
Loved the characters and story line. Had a few twists that were un expected and added to story. Will read more of her books
October 9, 2017
Couldn't put the book down. It captivated my attention to read on.
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