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Review: Anguish by D.M. EarlAnguish by D.M. Earl
Series: The Journals Trilogy, #1
Published by D. M. Earl on May 11th 2015
Pages: 130
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My name is Quinn and in one night my life changed forever. I lost not only part of my family, but also a huge part of who I was. Struggling to make it through each dark day, uncertain of everything in my life, I’m barely living just existing until a professional suggests I start writing down my thoughts in a journal.
My journals help me muddle through the personal and emotional baggage. Allow me to manage the past with all my Anguish; to function in the present plotting Vengeance; and to hope for my Awakening to a future full of all my dreams for a better life.
That is, until my past comes full force into my present and threatens my future. And the only person who can help me is someone from my past. The same person who has been around in the shadows protecting me, even when I didn’t know he was there, apparently has always had my back.

Review

I have read a couple of other books by this author but I was totally unprepared for the emotional rollercoaster Anguish threw me into. Quinn’s story is emotional and jarring. The night that took part of her family and changed her life has had her on the run from someone who was supposed to be part of her family. Little did she know that even though she’s been careful and living under the radar, someone has always had her back.
The chemistry between Quinn and Stone is undeniable but the timing is less than ideal. The madman that wrecked Quinn’s life is back and she’s out to fight back. However, the pair join forces to make sure Quinn has a future and she and her family can come out of the shadows and live a full life. She has a planned how to overcome her past but can the vengeance she seeks really be had? For the first time in a long time, she might have some control of her future and maybe even have someone who can protector in the light rather than the shadows.
Ms. Earl’s characters are tough, well developed, and witty. I found the writing down to earth and solid, much like the storyline. I love the banter and tension between Stoney and Quinn and am ready to dive into book two to see how things further develop. Definitely a book to add to your TBR. – Reviewed by Karen Hrdlicka