Broken Pieces

by Danielle Sibarium

Murder changes everything.

As a teenager Bianca had the perfect life.
Model student, loyal girlfriend and perfect daughter.
Except she wasn’t any of these things.
Tired of living by other peoples rules,
Bianca fell in love with taking risks, rebelling, and bad boy Damian Banner.
Just as Bianca is ready to break free of the life everyone else wants her to live,
her plans are halted by a gruesome murder.
Covered in blood with the murder weapon in hand and no memory of what happened,
Bianca’s forced to give up the boy she loves in exchange for her freedom.

Now he’s back. And Bianca’s world is turned upside down.
Can she convince him to forgive her and give their love a second chance?
Or will she be forced to spend the rest of her life pretending to be someone she’s not?
Broken Pieces is a compelling story of love, sacrifice and murder.

*This book does contain cheating. If that's a hard limit for you, you may want to pass on Broken Pieces.

Genres: Second Chance, Contemporary, Romance

275 pages, Kindle Edition

First published June 4, 2021

About the author

Danielle is a romance author best known for steamy romances with a dash of tears and an overload of love and passion between her characters.

In 2011 her Debut novel For Always topped Amazon charts in the Young Adult category.
Danielle graduated from Farleigh Dickinson University with honors, and currently lives in North Carolina with her husband, three children and their family dog.

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Reviews

[M · Rating 4 out of 5]

3.5 stars

[DS_Promotions · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is an ALL Consuming, sexy, angsty read with a broody Alpha and twists you don't see coming with a HEA to finish a perfect story that has you on the edge of your seat!

This is a second chance, friends to lovers with a healthy dose of spiteful vengeance in a love triangle that is all one sided.

Damien and Bianca have chemistry overload! Together they take us on a journey that's filled with pain, desperation and a love so consuming for each other that nothing else will stop them.
Tanner on the other hand I wanted to throat punch so many times. He was manipulating, calculating and evil and would stoop to whatever means necessary to get his way especially where Bianca was concerned... his hatred of Damien made him stoop to any level necessary to get what he wanted.

I loved every word of this book and couldn't put it down! I wish I could give it more than 5 stars!

[Suzana · Rating 5 out of 5]

Broken Pieces is my first book by this author. This book blew me away in the best possible way. It is very different from books I usually read and yet I couldn’t help but be captivated by the story and plot that the author so skillfully intertwined and told. It’s an emotional story that will hit you straight in the feels and ticks all the boxes. Broken Pieces will keep you on the edge of your seat with chaos, tragedy, heat, secrets and revelations. This riveting, engaging, one hell of a ride story filled with danger, secrets, love, healing and family left me breathless and enthralled.

If you love:
Lovably awkward heroine & hero
Fabulous story with enough steam
A thirst for revenge
UST & angst
Twisted love triangle (that in a way is not a love triangle for me lol)
Engaging / riveting / gripping / gritty / addictive storyline
High school sweethearts in a way
Friends to lovers to Enemies to lovers to MORE
Small town
Murder mystery
Darkish storytelling
Unpredictable twists and turns
Secrets that cause mayhem
Off – the- charts chemistry
Emotional roller-coaster
Page turner / fats paced
One epic love story
= then this book is absolutely for you

Bianca and Damian! How much I love these two. The push and pull between Bianca and Damian in this book is incredible. They were full of rare witty banter, angst, action, romance, and a few clever twists. They have a rocky start and not a smooth path. Separately they are beautiful mess, together they are perfectly imperfect. Their love story is not perfect. It’s layered, loud, angsty, fast paced, real, raw, gritty and emotional. They challenge each other and make each other better. They shouldn’t work but they absolutely do. With danger surrounding them, they are just trying to exist, coexist and live in this cruel world and judgy people. They are explosive, perfectly imperfect and a rollercoaster of emotions. Bianca and Damian are each other’s match. I love their stolen moments and meaningful conversations. They started an easy friendship which somehow turned into more. I love their development from the beginning to the end and that they are proof that love always wins.

I inhaled the pages and didn’t want it to end. THE. EPILOGUE. WAS. EVERYTHING. AND. MORE. It left me wanting a novella with this cute little family. I really didn’t like that they stayed in the town that brought them so much heartache and pain but I understand why and in a way it was a homage to someone special they both loved. It was HEARTBREAKINGLY BEAUTIFUL, UNPUTDOWNABLE, RAW, HEALING AND REAL! An absolutely amazing book with everything you could possibly want if you love murder mysteries, small town, suspense and darkish romance. I highly recommend this book.

[Jenn the Readaholic · Rating 5 out of 5]

Oh, what a tangled web of lies and secrets and forgotten events and deceit. Damian and Bianca are stuck in the middle, but who put them there? Who’s to blame? Who set everything in motion on that miserable, horrible night?

This small town has allowed their golden boy to run wild for far too long, yet no one ever thinks or cares to stop him. So Tanner continues to get his way. And if that means destroying the lives of the girl who tried to leave him and the boy he’s despised forever, then okay. After all, what Tanner wants is what Tanner gets. Sort of. He still can’t win the love of the girl he wanted, even when sharing a bed with her. He can’t be a decent person. But the depths of his depravity and conniving hate surprised me.

As for Damian and Bianca, they needed to figure out which end was up. Who really did the deed that night? She can’t remember and he can’t forget sacrificing himself to try to save her. It doesn’t help that someone else is stirring the pot every chance she gets, or that Tanner is so paranoid that he’s got his vile spies all over the place. But when everything comes to light, who ends up the sinner and who’s the saint?

I was impressed with the sheer amount of twists and questions this book provided while making my way to the truth of it all. And while some of it was what I’d thought, even those things were only tiny pieces of the puzzle. If you’re looking for a read that will keep you wondering until the very end, this is definitely for you!

And, really. Is it truly cheating when the heart already chose, but the body around it is manipulated into the most impossible and unwanted situation under the guise of salvation? Nope. So while there is cheating, I feel that it is absolutely warranted and acceptable here.

[Melanie Adkins · Rating 5 out of 5]

Nothing is worse than being bullied. Damian had a lifetime of experience with it. He was the one bullied. No matter what he did, he couldn't shake the bullies and no one in a position of authority would help Damian. Tanner, Bianca and Damian attended high school together. This allowed the bullying to continue long after graduation. Damian would give his life protecting Bianca. They'd soon find out how true that statement was. Nothing is as everyone believes, or is it?
Bold and powerful opening is where we start with this book. A bully we've all witnessed and injustices that can accompany those situations. This book is brilliantly written and the plotting is flawless. Characters you will love and hate round out this book. Intense scenes will make you love these characters even more. Ms. Sibarium keeps the action going from page one. She knows just how to hook the reader and take them on the journey that is this book. Ms. Sibarium is gifted in the art of storytelling and you'll feel it as you stroll through the story. She should be an auto buy for you! I know she is for me.

I found no issues with this one.

I gave this one 5 cheers out of 5 because you will carry this book with you for a good while. The author provided a copy of the book but I chose to review it.

[Tiffany Copple · Rating 5 out of 5]

4.5 stars for Broken Pieces by Danielle Sibarium. This is my first book from this author, and it will not be my last. I was given a copy of this book in exchange of an honest review. All opinions states are my own. Honestly, this book was filled with so many twists and turns I do not even know where to begin. The secrets, lies, betrayals, steam, chemistry and so much more was what truly made this story what it was. Bianca and Damian are amazing characters. Damian has been bullied his whole childhood and well passed his high school graduation. Nothing is what it seems when it comes to Tanner, Bianca and Damian and everything that happened. I feel like one slip up in what I say could ruin the whole book and I do not want to do that. I absolutely loved every suspenseful second of this book. I am telling you this book is a must read.

[Smut Around & Find Out (Veronica) · Rating 5 out of 5]

When you have two individuals who are so deep in love but have every force out there to keep them apart, you can't help but feel your heart break piece by piece. Damian didn't deserve the hate he received from everyone, but he was at a stalemate against someone who held power in the town they lived in. I admired Bianca's strength to protect the ones she loved most, even if it meant practically selling her soul to the devil. Their story will have you burning through the pages, hoping for their love to finally have a happy ending.

All the secrets and lies will keep you frustrated, and the mystery of who the real murderer was will make you think you know who it is until the truth is revealed. It was definitely more complex than I thought it would be and Danielle Sibarium orchestrated everything perfectly. This book was so heartbreakingly beautiful, and it's definitely become a favorite!

[Samantha Shaffer · Rating 5 out of 5]

Broken Pieces Danielle Sibarium

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💔 Bad Boy
💔 Second chance
💔 Found family
💔 Dark secrets
💔 Triggers
💔 Eggplant count 1

*Trigger cheating but they don't love each other and aren't married *

This is a really good book I love all the twist and turns. The guys are pure bad boys one with a heart of gold and one with a very small heart. The plot is thick and twisted and I really enjoyed the ending a lot of it was really unexpected. A highly enjoyable read with a few tear jerker moments and a dash of steam.

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[Brandy Sisler · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book was such an easy read. Normally it doesn't take me long to read through a book, but I recently started classes to earn my ADN. So it took me a bit longer. Anyhow I quickly fell in love with the characters in this book. I also quickly hated a few. I did see the plot unfold early on but with a story like that, I was ok with that. The flow was great, even with the flashbacks added in. All in all it was a very enjoyable read.

[Michelle · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is the first book by this author that I’ve read and it will not be my last. I absolutely loved this book. I was sucked in right from the beginning all they way to the end. We have lots of twists and turns. Secrets, lies, bullying and so much more. I’m sure you’ll be on the edge of your seat as I was. You’ll be in suspense trying to figure out who did it. I love Damien and Bianca. And Tanner…hmm. This book is amazing and will hold your interest. I highly recommend it!

[Jamanda · Rating 5 out of 5]

OH MY GOD. Intense, emotional, gripping and addictive. I was hooked from the first chapter. I could not put it down. You are thrown right into it from the start. It's one hell of an emotional roller-coaster ride. Damien and Bianca are amazing characters and their story will pull every emotion out of you. What they go through is traumatic, heartbreaking and beautiful. It's one of those stories, where you don't know what's going to happen next and it keeps you on the edge of your seat. Great book, highly recommend.

[Rachael Miller · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved this book! Bianca is a strong character, who was able to endure an abusive relationship to protect her true love. After the first chapter set the story line, this page turner kept me engaged until the very end. I read this book straight through in one afternoon - couldn't put it down until the last page was read.

Danielle Sibarium is one of my favorite authors - I highly recommend you look up all of her books and read your days away!

[Kerrie Goodman · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was my first read from this author and what a read it was!

A tangled mess of secrets and lies that will hook you in and wrap you up tight. In a town ruled by corruption and lies Bianca finds herself right in the middle of bad boy Damian and son of the chief of police Tanner

When she finds herself at the scene of a murder, covered in blood she has to make her choice condemning the boy she loves

Years later with him back in town the past wont stay hidden for much longer. The question is will they all make it out alive and will Bianca get a second chance at love?

Full of angst and a nice dollop of steam this deff wont be my last read by this author.

[Brigitte · Rating 4 out of 5]

Manipulations and Corruption in a small town are at the centre of this story. Then there is the bad boy who is not really that bad, and the popular boy who is the ultimate bully.

Bianca is stuck between Damian and Tanner. They don't have an easy ride for different reasons. These reasons determine their perception and behaviour. Claire can spot broken souls. She spots them in both Damian and Tanner and she tries to fix them. In doing so, unpleasant complications occur and worsen the rivalry. What is the source of this rivalry? Can she mend the broken pieces?

It's fascinating and frustrating to see how the story develops. There is murder. Drug dealing. There are some unexpected twists and friends who are not who they claim. Damian and Bianca are complex, but loving characters. They are made for each other, but manipulations along with deceptions get in their way. It's raw and emotive. The epilogue is refreshing and the surprise at the end is heartwarming. A worthy read.

[Wendy Livingstone · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a new author to me, but my work I will certainly be looking out for her work in the future! This is Bianca and Damian’s story, which starts of as their friendship develops into move, and the push and pull between them is incredible, but their love is not all smooth sailing, with trials and tribulations along the way, and they are the perfect complement for each other. Throw in a murder mystery and I was on tenterhooks throughout. This is a well written flawless story which is raw, gritty, fast paced, emotionally charged, and with witty banter, secrets, lies, revelations, danger, action, family, healing, revenge, angst, twists, and love, which all leads to a heartbreakingly beautiful story, which had me totally enthralled throughout. I look forward to reading more from this talented author whose work I highly recommend.

[Jessica · Rating 4 out of 5]

You know when you read a book and it pulls you in from the start, and you can’t read fast enough because you need to know what happened? Or you get annoyed when life gets in the way and you can’t read like you want to? Well Broken Pieces is one of those books.
Broken Pieces is told through Bianca and Damian. During their chapters there is some past thrown in with the present and both make you hate Tanner a little more with each page. Might of wanted to throw my kindle a few times 🤣
It was easy to see from the beginning what had really happened but it was well written that it kept you wanting to read to see how it all plays out. So many lies and secrets, and so much hurt from everyone. A story of love and sacrifice and strength.

[Kelsey Coussou Buckman · Rating 4 out of 5]

If you’re looking for something that’s not full on spice, a good plot, angst, and are a fan of second chance/ lovers-enemies-lovers, & a little love triangle to round it out, try this out!

I have not previously read anything by this author. I ended up opening this and not closing it till I was finished late at night. The plot pulled me right in. I loved the angst and characters. I do wish there weren’t as many flashbacks. I felt they could’ve been put at the beginning and it would’ve flowed better. It doesn’t take away from anything, just how I feel.

I DO hope we get a little extra from the future of Bianca & Damian! We just got them & I want to get just a little more of their future life before we say goodbye to them.

[Emma Cook · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is my first experience with a murder romance as well as my first book by this author. It was such a good read! What a tragic beginning to a love that was meant to be! The situation in which Bianca and Damien begin their relationship is so complicated. They both have such deep feelings for each other but the outside world will do anything to keep them apart, specifically Tanner the police chief’s son. Both Bianca and Damien will do whatever it takes to protect the other, even if it means ruining their own lives. I loved how the author brought the story into focus 5 years after the big incident that created all the drama to begin with. Reading all the details about how they both dealt with the fall out from their decisions was so intense! I was on pens and needles the entire time I was reading, sucked into this fictional world and all the drama surrounding it!

[Paige · Rating 4 out of 5]

I liked this book! They were a few plot twists involved that definitely kept me on my toes.

Bianca and Damien's story was written in the stars a long time ago, but the fates had a different thought and kept throwing wrench after wrench into their lives.

There is a lot of flashbacks throughout the book that really help to set up the story and the feels between the two main characters. There is betrayal, heartbreak, angst, manipulation, and straight up crazy stemming from jealousy and past trauma. I feel like the book could have been shorter, but I liked having the background of each character. And the HEA is well deserved after all the struggles the MCs had to endure.

[Alicia Andrews · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is the first book that I have read from Danielle Sibarium and it was fantastic! Broken Pieces is a book full of Love, Hate, Heartbreak, Deception, Secrets, Lies and more. Danielle has a wonderful writing style that will pull you in between the secrets and lies until everything unraveled. You will think one thing and it will probably be part of the truth but in the end... the full truth will not be what you expect. If you hav2 not read anything by this incredible author then I recommend this one to start!

[amberebooksandmore · Rating 4 out of 5]

I do not have the words for this book. I was taken on a journey and realized my detective skills are probably not the best.
These characters are so broken from
The very start while trying to find their way. I had a lot of feelings reading this book with Anger being a huge one. Then this author did the unthinkable and made me soften just a little.
I was sucked in from the beginning and accepted the wild ride she took me on. Drive right in to this standalone you will not regret it.

[Shauni · Rating 4 out of 5]

A good read by Danielle Sibarium. The story was so heart wrenching at times and had me visibly angry at points. I was shocked as the story unfolded, I definitely thought I knew what had happened from the get go but I was amazed by all the twists. However the flashbacks confused me a lot to begin with so at points was hard to keep up with the flow of the story. I’m so happy that Bianca got the ending she deserves.

[Tara · Rating 4 out of 5]

I enjoyed this book! This was my first book by this author and I have to say I like her writing style! The way she keeps you hanging on and wondering what’s coming next, especially with the love triangle. So many secrets, twists & turns, and I was absolutely surprised at how things ended up…I really did not expect some of those surprises at the end, or the redeeming of others! Great book!

[Read All About It · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a small town drama full of hatred, manipulation , lies , murder, and corrupt police you name it’s all wrapped up in this crazy fast paced page turner.
Bianca and Damian run into obstacles at every turn. There is a Happy Ever After but it’s a long time coming.
Tanner is a total psycho. He has a unnatural hate for Damian. Not a fan of unfaithfulness but it fit into the context of this book so I can overlook it this time.

[Drifter Readz · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was a great quick read! Talk about broken geez just when you think Bianca or Damian will catch a break, all hell breaks lose. The twists and turns!

Cheers!

[Gabby (What's Beyond Forks?) · Rating 5 out of 5]

Read Full Review at: What's Beyond Forks?

Broken Pieces by Danielle Sibarium pulls at your emotions on many levels. This author is so good at that. You may or may not be able to relate to what the characters are going through in your real life, but Bianca's story is so well built that you can easily put yourself in her shoes. I went through part of this story thinking I had it all put together, only to find that I only had a bit of it figured out. These characters aren't that easy. They're complicated, gritty, and real. Sometimes you wanted to hug them. Sometimes you wanted to kick them. Just like in real life.

The ARC of Broken Pieces by Danielle Sibarium was kindly provided to me by the author for review. The opinions are my own