ABOUT THE BOOK
Claire Nichols endured the CONSEQUENCES of Anthony Rawlings’ vendetta. When she first arrived to his home, her goal was survival. Through strength and compartmentalization Claire captivated her captor. Her resilience in the face of his rule threatened Anthony’s well developed plan. He thought he taught her to behave—but domination became desire and Claire taught Tony to love.
Their passion and adoration in a world of opulence appeared perfect, yet the reality was a roller coaster of emotion. Claire’s world teetered on the edge of sanity as Antony monitored her every move. When given the opportunity to flee, Claire drove away—a fateful decision which began a well laid plan. Unbeknownst to either of them, there were others who saw past the perfect facade of Anthony Rawlings.
There were others who saw the TRUTH.
Conspiracy and unfulfilled promises result in an early prison release for Claire. Not just a release—a pardon. According to the law, her crime never happened!
Will it be that easy?
Faced with freedom from her past—can Claire seize it?
Can she build a new life, mend her broken spirit, become the woman she once was, and seek her own revenge?
Or is it all a game?
And does the game master have different plans?
How does Sophia Burke fit into the puzzle that is Tony and Claire?
Will her presence affect the future of this well esteemed man?
Can he dominate twice?
Is that his goal?
MY REVIEW
Have you ever found yourself in a situation where your thirst for revenge twists into unexpected sympathy for your enemy? If you’re nodding along, then you’re going to love the emotional rollercoaster found in Book 2 of Consequences.
After facing the torment that Tony put her through, Claire finally gets a lucky break to start anew. It’s great to see Claire grow and blossom into a confident woman who gathers a circle of friends ready to support her because trust me, she totally deserves happiness after everything! But here comes the plot twist: instead of clinging to her rage against Tony, she starts feeling sorry for him. Seriously, it’s as if she views him as a confused puppy that just needs love. Can you imagine? Just when you think she’s accepted that “he couldn’t, nor will he ever hurt me again!” thought, she lets her guard down. Talk about a letdown!
And then there’s Tony, creeping back into Claire’s life with his classic manipulation and blackmail. But here’s where Claire shines a bit more brightly. Through her careful negotiations, she begins to reclaim some independence from his controlling ways. Yes, Tony seems more vulnerable and “human” in this book, but honestly, that’s not enough for me. I just can’t forgive him for the monstrous things he did to Claire and the devastation he wrought on her family and friends. But then again, Claire’s toxic attachment to him adds another layer of intrigue in this saga.
Get ready for surprises galore! The storyline is packed with new and old characters, each with their own hidden motives regarding Claire’s well-being. But she’s not the only pawn in this game of manipulation. Mind-blowing secrets surface, and trust me, the questions keep piling up. Will Tony get what he truly deserves? You’ll have to wait for Book 3 to find out!
At the end of the day, we all want to believe that love or sympathy can conquer all, don’t we? If you’re a fan of romantic suspense filled with questionable characters, plenty of secrets, and unexpected twists, do yourself a favor and give this book a whirl. You won’t regret it!
Consequences Series
2 Truth (2012)
3 Convicted (2013) – My review
4 Revealed: The Missing Years (2014)
5 Beyond the Consequences (2015)
6 Ripples (2017)
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ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Aleatha Romig is a New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and USA Today bestselling author who lives in Indiana, USA. She grew up in Mishawaka, graduated from Indiana University, and is currently living south of Indianapolis as well as part of the year in Bradenton, Florida, USA. Before she became a full-time author, she worked days as a dental hygienist and spent her nights writing. Now, when she’s not imagining mind-blowing twists and turns, she likes to spend her time with her friends and family, including her beloved grandchildren.
