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Trust #1
Blind Trust
Whom do you trust when you can't trust yourself?
Following a violent and traumatic incident in the sea, a strong-willed woman wakes not knowing who she is or where she came from. Recalling only her near-death experience and the stranger that rescued her, she must focus on healing and remembering the life she once lived.
Suffering brutal nightmares and horrific flashbacks, she clings to Alex, the wealthy businessman that rescued her from the water. Making the decision to move forward, she opens herself up to the idea of starting over on the island with Alex.
While his protective and caring nature comforts her insecurities, her troubled heart is a different story. Are the horrible nightmares really memories trying to resurface? While memories start to re-emerge and their relationship is rocked, she tries to figure out how to reclaim her past and keep what she’s found with Alex.
While “Blind Trust” focuses on the tale of a woman’s escape from human trafficking, there is a beauty and growth in the character’s painful past. The ability to pick yourself up and focus on the future after a traumatic past is awe-inspiring and inspirational.
Following a violent and traumatic incident in the sea, a strong-willed woman wakes not knowing who she is or where she came from. Recalling only her near-death experience and the stranger that rescued her, she must focus on healing and remembering the life she once lived.
Suffering brutal nightmares and horrific flashbacks, she clings to Alex, the wealthy businessman that rescued her from the water. Making the decision to move forward, she opens herself up to the idea of starting over on the island with Alex.
While his protective and caring nature comforts her insecurities, her troubled heart is a different story. Are the horrible nightmares really memories trying to resurface? While memories start to re-emerge and their relationship is rocked, she tries to figure out how to reclaim her past and keep what she’s found with Alex.
While “Blind Trust” focuses on the tale of a woman’s escape from human trafficking, there is a beauty and growth in the character’s painful past. The ability to pick yourself up and focus on the future after a traumatic past is awe-inspiring and inspirational.
228 pages, Kindle Edition
First published January 15, 2021
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January 26, 2021
Great read! First book in a month or so to really drag me in with a good plot! I wasn't mad at the end, b/c I was left on a cliff hanger until the next one comes out, but I'm really looking forward to the next in the series to see what happens next!!!
February 18, 2021
Exceptional read! It opens with high energy/suspense that drew me in from the first page. This is followed by really good set up and character development, all the while building a beautiful story full of intrigue and mystery. The author really made me connect with multiple characters and I found myself pulling for all of them. The story builds very nicely and the author did an excellent job of placing me in the action and suspense of the climax and ending. The overall issue or theme that the novel focuses on is also very poignant and valid in our time. It is an issue that needs increased awareness and action. I can’t recommend this novel enough. I’m very impressed with this debut author and look forward to reading her future work!
January 11, 2021
What a crazy read!
This book jumped right into the story with no slowing down. When first starting this, I immediately wanted to question everyone and suspect everyone as having a reason to not trust them, because I am a cautious person by nature. It seems that our main character 'Sophie' did that as well.
A young woman, pulled out of the water and saved from drowning. She is taken to a beautiful island and cared for as she recovers from this traumatic event. However, with no memories, she finds it hard to know who she is and who around her she can trust. As she starts having nightmares that seem more like memories, she fears what they might tell her about what really happened.
I cannot even imagine how I would feel if I woke up in a strange place, with no memories of what happened and how I got there. I would be terrified. This book does a good job of expressing how our main character tried to adjust to her surroundings, while still waiting to find out the truth about her life.
My only complaint is that I wish this book was longer to give more details and to make it feel as though it took place over the whole time frame it was written for.
This book jumped right into the story with no slowing down. When first starting this, I immediately wanted to question everyone and suspect everyone as having a reason to not trust them, because I am a cautious person by nature. It seems that our main character 'Sophie' did that as well.
A young woman, pulled out of the water and saved from drowning. She is taken to a beautiful island and cared for as she recovers from this traumatic event. However, with no memories, she finds it hard to know who she is and who around her she can trust. As she starts having nightmares that seem more like memories, she fears what they might tell her about what really happened.
I cannot even imagine how I would feel if I woke up in a strange place, with no memories of what happened and how I got there. I would be terrified. This book does a good job of expressing how our main character tried to adjust to her surroundings, while still waiting to find out the truth about her life.
My only complaint is that I wish this book was longer to give more details and to make it feel as though it took place over the whole time frame it was written for.
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February 3, 2021
Blind Trust is an intriguing read focusing on a woman rescued from the sea with amnesia, and Alex, a wealthy businessman who takes her to his island to heal until her memories return. This well written book has numerous unexpected twists and turns which keeps your reading interest from the first to last page. The characters are extremely well developed and perfect for this exceptional book.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
July 12, 2023
This is the first book in The Trust Series, a mystery thriller. The story is told from the heroine's POV. The characters are well developed, and intriguing. This story is unique, and the storyline is captivating. I liked the mystery, and the twists and turns. Taylor Joree Scorse did a great job bringing this story to life. She has a beautiful voice. Looking forward to listening to Broken Trust, the next book in the series.
January 27, 2021
I absolutely loved this book! It was a real page turner. I read it from start to finish in less than 12 hours. I could not put it down! It kept me in suspense with all the twists and turns. The author did a great job writing this book. I can’t wait for book 2!! Do yourself a favor and read this book, you will not be disappointed!!
February 26, 2021
WOW! This book is a great mixture of romance & suspense! It was certainly a page-turner that I thoroughly enjoyed. The author provided great detail of the settings and described the characters so well that I had such a clear picture of the story. I loved the twists as it kept me intrigued and it brought attention to a very important issue today. I really look forward to more from this author!
July 23, 2023
Loved the narration of Taylor Joree Scorse
This a mystery thriller, with twists and turns. Alex, a wealthy businessman, finds a woman washed up on the shore of his island. He takes her in, so she can heal and wait until her memories return.
Everything is not exactly as it seems
This a mystery thriller, with twists and turns. Alex, a wealthy businessman, finds a woman washed up on the shore of his island. He takes her in, so she can heal and wait until her memories return.
Everything is not exactly as it seems
January 19, 2021
This was a great story! I am so eager to read book #2 after reading this one as I found this book to be a real page-turner and so emotionally deep that i couldn’t help but get sucked in.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
January 30, 2021
A story that became more intriguing with each page. The twists were plentiful and the effects shocking. I can’t wait to read the next book in the series.
February 17, 2021
Absolutely amazing!! Had to remind myself to slow down and enjoy it because I wanted to devour it in one sitting. Those plot twists got me! Great first novel and can’t wait for the next one.
February 17, 2021
Great read!!!
I was pulled into the riveting story from the first page! Truly a page turner! I cannot wait to read her next book!
I was pulled into the riveting story from the first page! Truly a page turner! I cannot wait to read her next book!
February 20, 2021
Excellent book
Loved the storyline and it kept me reading! I can't wait for book 2 to come out. A must read
Loved the storyline and it kept me reading! I can't wait for book 2 to come out. A must read
March 22, 2021
Wonderful book
Great read. Kept you interested from the beginning. It had all the prime reading elements. Loved it. Hope to see more from this author.
Great read. Kept you interested from the beginning. It had all the prime reading elements. Loved it. Hope to see more from this author.
January 2, 2022
Great story
Trusting with all one's heart can sometimes lead to heartbreak as you will find out in this story. A compelling read which you will enjoy, with its twists & turns.
Trusting with all one's heart can sometimes lead to heartbreak as you will find out in this story. A compelling read which you will enjoy, with its twists & turns.
August 12, 2022
Great Book
Wow this is a really great book. Blind Trust is really an awesome story. Definitely worth reading. Ready for book two.
Wow this is a really great book. Blind Trust is really an awesome story. Definitely worth reading. Ready for book two.
August 5, 2022
I was not prepared for the plot twists.
January 18, 2021
Great debut book! From start to finish this book kept my attention. My mind jumped to so many scenarios of what could be. I can’t wait to see what comes next!
September 15, 2022
wow
Just picked this book out of the blue. The first part you are a little confused on where this was going then like a freight train it takes off.
Just picked this book out of the blue. The first part you are a little confused on where this was going then like a freight train it takes off.
January 17, 2021
Wonderful story-line! Great read, especially for a first release.
Congratulations, A.F.Presson! Can’t wait to see where you go from here!
Congratulations, A.F.Presson! Can’t wait to see where you go from here!
September 16, 2025
Blind Trust pulled me in from the very first page. It’s not just a story of survival but of courage, resilience, and the fragile beauty of starting over after trauma. The way the author explored memory, healing, and trust made me feel every moment with the main character. I found myself rooting for her, hurting with her, and celebrating her strength. This is one of those books that lingers in your heart long after you’ve finished it. Absolutely unforgettable.
October 14, 2021
Absolutely enthralled with this story. I wasn’t sure what to expect and it completely knocked my socks off. I have never read a story like this one! I did not put it down once I started reading! I did not see the twist coming in this story at all. Beautifully written and I cannot wait to dive into part two of this series!!
April 24, 2025
Audiobook: This was my first experience with this author's work, and the story was riveting. I felt for the protagonist who woke up with amnesia and suffered from horrible nightmares. The author created a realistic portrait of a woman suffering from an ordeal which no one would ever want to experience. I liked how the details of the woman's past slowly unfolded. I thought Taylor Joree Scorse's narration was great, and her performance kept my attention. I was given a copy of the audiobook. I volunteered, without financial gain, to post this review which reflected my honest opinions regarding this audiobook.
August 28, 2023
This is a really well written story, but it is tough material. It shows a dark side of our world that includes human trafficking. While the writing isn’t terribly graphic, it does include the unfortunate abuse that comes along with kidnapping and human trafficking. It’s difficult to say more without giving away plot tips. The author does a good job of presenting a victim of human trafficking who gets free and is rescued. The story has some plot twists, and was a good read. However, it is not a book that is necessarily going to leave anyone with a warm, fuzzy feeling regardless of the ending.
July 13, 2023
Interesting, poor woman.
Worth the listen.
3 stars
I feel like the story picked up big time about 90% in.
Worth the listen.
3 stars
I feel like the story picked up big time about 90% in.
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August 16, 2022Being an enthusiastic reader myself, I’ve always looked forward to the moment I could open a new book and immerse myself in a gripping story. Anticipation would run through me at the suspense of not knowing how the story would end. Lately, my selection of books weren’t bringing out the emotions I craved. I needed suspense. I wanted romance. I hungered for twists and turns. So, I decided to write one. That is how Blind Trust was born. I yearned to write a book that, I myself, would love. A book that would leave me reeling for days after, along with the hope that the story would not only bring entertainment, but awareness to the harsh realities we face in our world today. I hope you enjoy reading it as much as I did writing it.
All my love,
A.F. Presson
All my love,
A.F. Presson
June 17, 2023
Rescued from the sea with no memory of the accident or any of her former life, our heroine is allowed to recover on a remote island under the care of a wealthy businessman.
But, everything is not exactly as it seems...
A gripping plot that slowly reveals the truth as it races to an exciting climax
This is one of those books that draws you in and keeps you hooked right to the end
But, everything is not exactly as it seems...
A gripping plot that slowly reveals the truth as it races to an exciting climax
This is one of those books that draws you in and keeps you hooked right to the end
December 28, 2021
This story was an amazing journey. It kept me guessing. You’ll want to read it in one setting.
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