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Reckless Refuge

By: Catherine Cowles
Narrated by: Ava Erickson, Sebastian York
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There were shadows I was running from. Ones that haunted and taunted. Ones that made it so I had no choice but to disappear.

I’d spent years hiding from the world. My little island haven, the only assurance of safety.

It all changed the moment he showed up at my door. The hint of pain in his eyes told me that something haunted him, too. And I couldn’t help but be drawn closer.

But finding the person I needed most came with risks I never expected. And when our ghosts find us again, neither of us may make it out this time.

©2020 Catherine Cowles (P)2021 Catherine Cowles

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One of my favorites now!

I've listened to all but the last book in this series. All of the books are good... this one was awesome. The suspense with the romance..❤️ throw in Sebastian York's sexy voice and I am swooning. This is one of my favorite books in the romance genre now. Just enough steamy too. Highly recommend!

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Epic suspense

My heart after this book! Seriously! It gripped it, tore it apart, and put it back together beautifully. Shay is hiding herself on the island, taking care of it and keeping everyone at an arms length. Brody becomes the new owner and keeps her on as a caretaker. They are both hiding. They both have pasts they are trying to hide from. But soon those pasts catch up to them and it's dangerous. Along the way they find love with each other and it's epic!! These narrators were the perfect voices for Brody and Shay. I was on the edge of my seat the whole time!

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5+⭐ Romantic Suspense!

Catherine Cowles does it again! Every book in this series is fantastic! This story has all the emotions and feels with Brody and Shay. They are both running from something in their past and it was great seeing them trust each other to begin and build their wonderful relationship together. I loved seeing the friends from the other books in this story. They always just make the family larger and it's one of the things I love most about Catherine's books. I loved Sebastian's and Ava's narration, as they are always great! Their voices were perfect for Shay and Brody and really made the story come to life. As with all Catherine's books, I wish the story didn't end! I totally loved this book and it is a must listen!

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Love the male characters voice

I like their tone of voice. The narrators voice allowed me to listen at 2.75 speed and still be able to understand them clearly.

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Recommended

An excellent addition to the series. I was introduced to Shay in the last story. There was an air of mystery and fear around her then. Now I know why. Brody is perfect for her and she for him. Their story was complex yet nicely developed. I'm looking forward to see how Hunter moves forward after so many personal betrayals.

Listening to this story was a gift as it was so well done.

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Love this story line

I love these characters I want more as I follow how they became into each other's lives and how hard it is true 💕💕💕💕💕

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Classic Catherine!

4 Stars!! I really enjoyed this story! Shay’s background was so heartbreaking and I’m so glad she finally found a happy ending! Brody was just made to love her and worship her. The plot to this book was so interesting as well. Another Catherine Cowles book crossed off the list!

Narration was well done!!

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Must read!!

Brody and shay were perfect! I loved getting to see their love grow and see Shay grow as a person. Shay is content to live on her secluded island away from prying eyes and a psycho brother. Brody is a big time artist trying to find peace when he decides to buy the very island that Shay is the caretaker of. The suspense was top tier!! I was trying so hard to figure out who the bad guy was!! Must read!!

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Another amazing story!!

No one does it like Catherine Cowles! Another amazing story to add to her collection. I loved seeing two broken characters come together to overcome their past and be whole together. Love love love! The narrators did a fantastic job as well!

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Enjoyable

Ava and Sebastian did a great job of bringing Brody and Shay's story to life.

Their book was interesting, it kept my attention but it wasn't quite as good as others of hers that I have listened to.

Yes, there were all of the good things you can expect from Mrs Cowles—suspense, drama, a bit of mystery, emotional turmoil, steam—but for me, it was missing a little something. I just can't figure out what that something is...

Still worth a listen, especially if you enjoy all the things I have listed above.

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