Torn Book Tour Review

October 10, 2013 / 0 comments

Torn Book Tour ReviewTorn by Kim Karr
Series: Connected #2
Published by Penguin on October 1, 2013
Genres: Contemporary Romance
Format: ebook
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Rock star River Wilde brought Dahlia London back from the brink of hopelessness with his unwavering love and devotion. But their entangled history is about to test the strength of their relationship… Dahlia was certain she had found true love and met her "Once in a Lifetime’ when she reconnected with River. But Dahlia’s world comes crashing down when someone from her past resurfaces, and all of River’s carefully hidden secrets are exposed. River wants to show Dahlia that life isn’t about waiting for the storm to pass—it’s about dancing in the rain. But how many times can one broken heart be mended?  Will River and Dahlia be able to stay together or will they be torn apart?

Liezel’s Thoughts:

You would think that this would’ve been the mother of all love triangles.  I mean how would one really choose between two men that both played important roles in her life? Dahlia thought Ben was gone forever and finally was able to move on with River but now that he is back in her life will all those old feelings for her first love return?

But it was really never was a matter of choosing. Dahlia knew  even with their long history and  despite  everything else  that happened that she 100% belonged to that one man who had changed her life. Their relationship is that strong that it wasn’t a matter of  deciding who she belonged to rather it was about River  finding it in himself to be able to accept and trust her.

Ben was not giving up on her. He loves and misses  her so much that he tries repeatedly to change her mind. The confrontations between the three are so dramatic that I found myself clutching my chest praying that she never gave in. Ben was also going through a lot of other stuff in the story  but still I never had any doubt that she would fall back into his arms. He had so much heartbreak in this story that I am really hoping that he gets his HEA that he deserves in Book 4.


“Reach down deep into your soul, remember who I am, who we are, and I know you will have no doubts. Just remember you’re my everything…”


I thought that River was spectacular as ever. We find out so much more about him in this book. How he ends up a musician made me admire his character even more.  I  found it endearing how he was able to show how much he cared for Dahlia especially  through his music. Of all the book boyfriends out there I would have to say that he was one of the most romantic. The way he was able to make the saddest day of her life into the happiest was over the top swoon worthy. Their playfulness left me giddy. I thought it was remarkable how the banter made their relationship feel so real.

What I loved most about this book was the way the author was able to portray the couple as soul mates.   There was a lot of disagreements and arguing in this story which one way or another ended in some mind-blowing makeup sex ( which was ‘of course’ AMAZING)  but for these two it wasn’t just about the physical act itself. It was always about that soul shattering emotional connection that they both needed from each other. There are so many books out there that proclaim the couples’ as being the “love of their lives”  but rarely get it right but Kim Karr sure  hit it perfectly in this book. It was pure genius.

Because of the cliffhanger in Connected I was feeling anxious and apprehensive about this book.  That wait was such a killer. Was  it worth  it though? Most definitely! This follow-up was so much more than I could have expected.  It was intensely dramatic and in some ways painful too. It will tug at your heart and draw on your every emotion. From the prologue to the epilogue I was captivated and no doubt you will be too. Highly recommend this series.

The Verdict:

rating-5

 

Bonus Material

 

River’s POV

Chapter 2 of CONNECTED

Connections #1 by Kim Karr

© 2013 by Kim Karr

Published by the Penguin Group

Release date: May 2013

 

Next Lifetime

The set ends so I walk over behind Garrett to lean my guitar against the wall. I pull my shirt up to wipe the sweat off my forehead. It’s hotter than shit in here and I need a drink. Garrett laughs, tipping his head back to swallow the beer he somehow already has.

 “You going to grab a drink? I’ll take another,” he says as he downs the rest of his beer. “And, dude, wear this. Seriously man, your hair looks like shit,” he says throwing his beanie at me.

  I move closer and shove him a little and put the hat on my head. “Shut the fuck up, you should talk.”

I hop off the stage and my sister rushes over to me. “River, I need you to take me home as soon as the last set is over. I have someone meeting me back at my apartment.”

I shake my head, knowing it must be a guy. “Yeah yeah, I will Bell, but really can’t you get a boyfriend that has some manners? You know, like actually picks his date up and maybe even takes her out? And at a decent hour?”

She rolls her eyes. “All guys aren’t like you, big brother. Nice beanie,” she teases before disappearing back into the crowd.

As I walk through the jam-packed room, some brunette chick I think looks familiar asks me if I want to grab a drink in private. I kindly refuse, telling her I need to refuel before my next set. She’s still talking when I motion toward the bar to signal that I’m moving away. As my eyes flash across the bar, they’re suddenly drawn to a beautiful girl standing against it. And she’s looking directly at me.

I start walking toward her, leaving behind the brunette who is still talking. As I stare at the beautiful girl, I think, “I want her.” Tall, slim, long blonde hair that’s pulled away from

her face. But it’s her eyes that get me—the way she’s looking at me. Shit, I’ve talked to about a dozen chicks tonight, but she is the only one who has me interested.

As I stare back at her I’m feeling like she’s not just any girl. Not just a girl to have sex with. I’m actually having a fucking conversation with myself. I can’t figure out what’s going on in my own head.

I try not to smile, but I know she’s checking me out. Fuck, why’d I put this hat on? I quickly pull it off and comb my fingers through my hair. I can’t take my eyes off her and I feel like I want to knock everyone out of my way to get to her.

When I finally reach the bar, I stand right in front of her. For some weird reason I feel the urge to touch her, but instead I shove my hands in my pockets. She’s smiling at me and I smile right back. This girl is hot. Her eyes still haven’t left mine this whole time, so I decide to break the ice by calling her out. “Were you staring at me?”

She pouts her lips and rolls her eyes. Shit, that look gets me.

“No, I was just looking for my friend while I waited on my drinks. You just happened to be in my line of vision.”

I stifle my laugh and say, “That look was hot.” I want to say, “You’re hot,” but I don’t—not yet anyway.

I can tell she’s trying not to laugh. If she does, I know I have her. Her phone rings and her smile fades. “Why would you think I was looking at you, anyway?”

The person beside her walks away and I secure my place next to her. I toss my hat on the counter and lean against the bar, my eyes never leaving hers. I answer in the most honest way I can. “Because I was staring at you, hoping you were staring back.”

I don’t want to fuck this up so I decide to be the guy Bell always tells me I am—the

guy with manners. Then I say what I should have said first. “With all this talk about who was staring at whom I think we forgot the basics, I’m River,” I say as I extend my hand.

She reaches hers out. Hey, I get to touch her. But she quickly pulls her hand back before I get to grasp it and accidentally knocks a dude’s beer over. The asshole gives her a dirty look and swears. I know I have to step in because this guy is out of line. I gently guide her out of my way and try to control myself as I say, “Sorry man, just an accident, but let me buy you another.” I hand him a ten, “Buy two.” I hope he takes the money and leaves. Lucky for him he does, because otherwise I might deck him.

I turn around to find the girl smiling at me and sliding one of her beers my way. I start to drink it and she says, “Thank you, that guy sure as shit wasn’t happy with me. In fact he kind of acted like an asshole.” I can’t help but laugh mid-sip, almost spitting the beer out of my mouth. Not cool.

Not able to resist any longer, I run my finger over her smooth bare shoulder and lock my eyes on hers. “You’re more than welcome.”

She just barely shudders and steps back. I’m pretty sure she’s interested in me so I step closer, not wanting to break our connection. “Now, where were we? Do we need to start over?” I ask, looking into her eyes.

 “We were introducing ourselves,” she says smiling.

 “Okay, so let’s try again. I’m River and you are . . .?”

 “I’m not sure you need to know that information right now. I’m kind of thinking you might be a stalker,” she teases.

I laugh. I’m all about game playing but I’m not ready to play. I really want to get to know

this girl, and I’m pretty sure the feeling is mutual, so I avoid dropping the canned line I might have used on another girl and say, “You’re not serious, are you beautiful girl?”

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About Kim Karr

I live in Florida with my husband and four kids. I’ve always had a love for reading books and writing. Being an English major in college, I wanted to teach at the college level but that was not to be. I went on to receive an MBA and became a project manager until quitting to raise my family. I currently work part-time with my husband and full-time embracing one of my biggest passions—writing.

I wear a lot of hats! Writer, book-lover, wife, soccer-mom, taxi driver, and the all around go-to person of the family. However, I always find time to read. One of my favorite family outings use to be taking my kids to the bookstore or the library. Today, my oldest child is in college and my twins are juniors so they no longer go with me on these outings. And although I don’t need to go to the actual store anymore because I have the greatest device ever invented—a Kindle, I still do. There’s nothing like a paperback. So now my four year old and I make dates out of going to the bookstore–it’s time I love and cherish.

I like to believe in soulmates, kindred spirits, true friends, and Happily-Ever-Afters. I love to drink champagne, listen to music, and hopes to always stay young at heart



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