On My Kindle - Wings of Glass by Gina Holmes

Take one young woman with a distant father and a handsome, but abused, man and you get a volatile relationship. Penny and Trent Taylor live their lives in a haze of alcohol and co-dependency.

If I had to choose words to describe this story, they'd run along these lines:

Gritty

Intense

Realistic

Warning

Dangerous

Gina Holmes paints a picture of the physical abuse and mind games that leave the victim in perpetual confusion. Her powerful writing and hope infusion left this reader wanting more stories.

5 Stars for Wings of Glass.

Disclaimer: I can't recall how I got this book - perhaps a free promotion. Neither the author nor the publisher paid me for a favorable review. All opinions expressed are my honest evaluation of the story.

Writers and Readers:  Do character-driven novels give you that strong, emotional reaction? Please share.

Friday Round-Up - #193

 
Gina Holmes, author of Crossing Oceans, guest posts on Chip MacGregor's blog. She talks about all the unplanned, serendipitous things that occurred on her journey from debut author to the bestseller list.

Published Authors and Writers: Do you have a story to share about an event or being at the right place at the right time?

Pre-published Authors & Writers: Have you had any "God Moments" that spur you on to publication?

Readers: How does a new book catch your eye? Is name recognition of both the author and the book a factor? Please elaborate.

Have a safe and blessed weekend!