Omg this book was so amazing! Just like the first book it takes you through a roller coaster ride of emotions (so make sure to have a box of tissues with you because you WILL need them). Jamerson and Hunter have both went through so much and to see how in the end they realize that the can’t live without the other absolutely warmed my heart. I’m so glad they finally got there happy ending!! Now I need to know more about Stevie and Chris!!!!!

A fantastic end for Hunter and Jayme! On the whole, the series definitely took me through some wild emotions while I was reading, and I loved every minute. Even with Hunter and Jayme being on the younger side of characters I typically read, their life experiences gave them a level a maturity you can't ignore, and how thye coped with all they've been through you find yourself consistently cheering for them.

The second installment of Jayme and Hunter’s story is frustrating, heart wrenching and happy too. I was on such an emotional roller coaster throughout the entire book I wasn’t sure I could take anymore. I wanted to knock Hunter upside the head and loved Jayme’s new self confidence and the fire she has within herself that she’s been holding back. Hunter and Jayme were two broken lost souls that didn’t know how to fix their pasts so that they could have a bright and happy future! Eventually they figure it out and I’m so glad with their happily ever after! Can’t wait to read Stevie and Chris’s story!

I just adored Shattered Love and was so excited to dive back into Jaymerson and Hunter's world! While I did enjoy the book overall (go ahead with your bad self Jaymerson) there were some things that didn't work for me.

What I loved:
I didn't think I could love Jaymerson anymore then I did in the first book, but I was wrong. I loved how she refused to let go her dreams and wants just to make others happy. No matter her love for her family or Hunter, she refused to conform to their wants or selfish desires. She spent so many years trapped in a life she hated, that she refused to lose herself again and it was inspiring to see.

I appreciated that the author showed that life can go on for Jaymerson even when she lost the person she loved most. It wasn't an easy road, but day by day Jaymerson started to live for herself. And what we saw was a women change and become more comfortable in her own skin. Jaymerson became more aware of what made her tick and what she really wanted out life. Even when she returned home she didn't fall into old habits but stayed true to herself.

What I didn't like:
Honesty Hunter bugged the heck out of me. While he did sorta redeem himself at the end, I thought he was a huge selfish jerk in this book and often found myself wishing Jaymerson would have ended up with a different guy. I often found myself yelling at him because he continued to play the victim throughout the story. While Jaymerson matured and changed, Hunter stayed exactly the same and continued to make the same bad choices over and over again. If it wasn't for Jaymerson constantly challenging him he would still be stuck in his dead-end life.

I also felt the angst was just too overtop for me in this book. I'm not a huge fan of angsty romances and while shatter love had the right amount of tension and angst I felt in this book it was too much.

*********I received a review copy from the author********

I've been waiting for the conclusion of Jaymerson and Hunter's story, with the way things ended in Shattered Love. I was a bit on edge to see what Stacey would put our hearts through before they got their happy ever after. It was nearly enough that I wasn't sure if I wanted to read this book, but I NEEDED that happy ending! I'd probably cause a riot if we didn't get it, but Stacey would never do that to us!

Broken Love had the exact same tone as Shattered Love. I can't say that I was completely on board with Jayme and Hunter's thought process about things when it came to their relationship. I've never been so frustrated before with a couple than I was with these two. They definitely had so much to work through with not only themselves but each other as well. There's a lot of history and pain between them, but their love was one that neither one of them could ever get past.

I loved seeing the growth in Jayme. People were still constantly taking stabs at her and it just annoyed me, so I was so ready for that day she'd give them a piece of her fire. Because she totally has it! You definitely could see her teenage moments come out here and there, but she grew up so much in Broken Love. Eventually one endures enough before they reach their limits.

Hunter, Hunter, Hunter .... he killed me more times that I could count. He was completely maddening and I was wondering when he'd pull his head out of his ass. It seemed like so much time was wasted by being apart when they just needed to be completely honest with each other. And Hunter needed to put Jayme first, so there were plenty of times when he didn't quite grasp that.

My goodness, these two together are absolutely explosive. Their love for one another ran so deep and nothing could keep them apart in the end. The angst is REALLLL in this one and you'll feel all the feels. I was a bit of a blubbering mess and just wanted these two together already. It wasn't an easy road for them, but I enjoyed their journey (even if it had me pulling my hair out). Despite their time apart, I thought it was absolutely necessary because there were some things that they needed to experience away from each other.

Such a wonderful conclusion to this emotional story!

This review MAY contain spoilers. Read at your own risk.

Wow, when I went into this series I had no idea that these books would come to mean so much to me. This book far surpassed the first book, which is saying a lot since it was pretty epic. This book series has pulled out my heart, shattered it, taped it back together, broken it some more, and healed again the way that only a climactic and emotional story can. Contemporary books are usually hit or miss with me. I generally don't care for them but once in a while, I will read one like this series that will blow me away. I am very impressed with this series.

The plot of this book and this series so far as a whole really blew me away. There is so much drama and so much heartache wrapped inside this series. One of the things that I love best about Brown's books is the incredible plots. She is always creative and clever with the construction of her stories. There will always be plot twists that you will never see coming and wonderful foreshadowing. I get so giddy inside just thinking about reading one of her books because I know that I will be glued to the pages.

The other thing that I feel is synonymous with Brown's books is her complex character building. The characters in her books are always, always special. They have depth and incredible character growth. This book is no different. I felt so connected to these characters. Like I was living this story with them and through them. I felt everything they felt and experienced everything with them. These characters feel very personal. The character growth in this book, in particular, is astounding when compared to where these characters were in the first book. The chemistry between these characters is so electric and brilliant. When you stop reading you will not want to let these characters go. I still can't stop thinking about them.

The world-building was changed up a bit in this book because the main character lives in Italy for a few years. Even though this is a contemporary, Brown does an excellent job of putting the reader in the character's environments. You will get the small town vibe when the characters are in their hometown, you will feel the magic of Italy when the main character is living there, and you will feel all of the little things in between.

The romance in this book and this series is absolutely amazing. I mean, there are hardly words to describe it and any that I come up with will pale in comparison to the reality. The romance in this book will make you believe in true love. With all of the drama and obstacles that the main characters have to face and conquer so that they can be together is just plain inspiring. There is so much pain and suffering, but there is also joy and a sense of completeness. My heart was definitely rocked by this love story.

Overall, this is another fantastic book by Stacey Marie Brown! She never ceased to amaze me with her compelling plots, vibrant characters, and beautiful storytelling. This is a story that will definitely sit on my heart for a long while. This is the kind of story that you will reread for the feels. To experience them again. If you want a shocking and beautiful love story then you'll want to pick up this series. I recommend all of Brown's books. Her storytelling is among my favorites.

4.5 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌠
I read and LOVED the beginning of Jaymerson and Hunter's story in SHATTERED LOVE and I couldn't wait to get my hands on the next chapter of their lives. Their story continues in BROKEN LOVE, and it's a passionate and angst-filled journey. Just like the first book, my heart was racing from the tension even as we were crawling towards the 90% mark!!!
Be prepared!

Jaymerson and Hunter couldn't seem to catch a break. Just when it appeared as though happiness was within their grasp, something happened to snatch it away. Through every obstacle though, Jaymerson showed a great deal of growth, strength, and maturity. Even when she was faced with a hard decision that would break her own heart, she refused to settle or lose herself. I adored that about her. Hunter took longer to really grab hold and go for what he wanted and deserved, but with the support of Jayme and his loved ones he got there. I couldn't get enough of those two together. There was no denying their chemistry and love even when they were apart. They were connected.

Overall, this was a heart pounding and engaging read. A wild ride of ups and downs. If you enjoy angsty new adult romance, I highly recommend the Blinded Love Series.



**Complimentary copy for review provided by The Next Step PR. All opinions expressed here are honest and entirely my own.**

Well Stacey has done it again, she made me go out and buy wine and tissues whilst reading this beautifully emotional story.

I thought Jaymerson and Hunter had been through so much in the first book Shattered Love but it just continues in this one. SMB envoked all the emotions in me with her flawless writing, anger, pain, love, and happiness.

It was lovely to watch Jaymerson grow in this book. She. is finally starting to see her own worth and even though she is still trying to please others she does actually stick up for herself now. With Hunter you finally get to see the real him behind the façade he puts up.


Can't wait to see what Stacey is going to bring us next with Twisted Love

***5 ‘Even Satan’s Sweatin’ From the Heat Between You Two’ Stars***

Confession: There was that moment where I didn’t know if I wanted to read this book.

Not because I wasn’t curious as to what else was in store for Jaymerson and Hunter, because I so was, but I didn’t know if I could deal with the emotional turmoil I KNEW was coming because, let’s be real, when it’s a Duet you KNOW more things will happen.

And good lord did things happen.

The angst happened. The growling happened. The heavy sighs happened.

And yet…

And yet I couldn’t put the book down. I can’t even say that I #multitasked because that is just being way to generous. I kept turning the pages to see what could possibly happen next and basically devoured this baby in, oh a couple of hours?? But it was all worth it. The angst, the feels. Everything to get to that ending.

I adored Jaymerson in this one. Seeing her grow and truly start to see her own value was an amazing thing. She is still a girl who cares deeply and is someone who likes to please people, but she also sticks up for herself more and gives as good as she gets. She still has some very teenage moments and trips up at times, but I loved watching her learn from it all and come out stronger in the end.

Then there is Hunter. I honestly adored Hunter in Shattered Love after getting to see beneath all the armor and in this one, he still has an extremely generous heart and is willing to go the distance for those he calls his own...but. Unfortunately there is a “But” here because Hunter tried my patience in this one with his position on some things and how he couldn’t see beyond his nose. Thankfully, things work out and I still adored him in the end.

As for their journey to their HEA. OMG these two. The push/pull is real. The angst is real. But, regardless of how much my eyes ended up hurting from all the rolling, it was something they both needed to go through. Hunter and Jayme’s connection was intense, and regardless of the hell they had already been through, were still young and needed to grow into their own skins before they could even attempt to be together. It was painful at times, but so worth it in the end.

Broken Love totally sucked me in. I mean to the point where I had to force myself to attempt to #multitask aka Work because I just couldn’t stop reading. The need to know what was going to happen next was oh so strong. And as for the supporting cast of characters...I loved Dougie, Grandma Penny and Jones, but hanging out with Stevie was everything and I cannot wait to get my hands on her story!

~ Copy provided by The Next Step PR & voluntarily reviewed ~

I don’t even know where to begin as this book sucked me right in, wrung me out, and put me into a book hanger. This book is raw, gritty, entertaining, and an emotional rollercoaster full of love, heartache, tragedy, and hope. Broken Love is book 2 in this author’s The Blinded Love series and you will need to read Shattered Love first.

This book picks up at the very end of Jaymerson’s senior year in high school and does span a couple of years which I think was very fitting for the storyline. I don’t always like to read books where I cry and feel like my heart is getting ripped out, but the author crafts such a beautiful story about two people who have such an intense love for each other that they are magnets with a gravitational pull towards each other. They survived tragedy in book 1 and still their path towards their HEA is a long, winding road. Seriously, just read the book. It is amazing.

Told entirely from Jayme’s POV, you go through the gamete of emotions. She is still that strong, likable heroine who has been through so much, yet continues to persevere. I love how the author made you really feel all of her emotions. Hunter is a survivor, but he has that vulnerability that isn’t always obvious and he seems to carry an awful lot of weight on his shoulders and it just keeps getting heavier and heavier. There were times that I wanted to shake him, but I couldn’t help but love him. My heart broke multiple times for these two.

I really enjoyed how many of the secondary characters from Shattered Love are also in this book - especially with Stevie, Chris, and Doug playing a more prominent role as they are the type of people that I would love to be friends with and have in my corner. I love how the author further developed these characters and I am really looking forward to Stevie’s book as she is one of the most interesting characters that I have ever encountered. This book does not end in a cliffhanger and it does have a HEA. Overall, I really enjoyed this book. It moved at a good pace, had some great twists and turns, and the author skillfully puts you through all the feels. I received this book as an ARC and I voluntarily leave this review.

Wow, this book -- no, this series was just phenomenal. I actually had a sleepless night reading this book. I found myself immersed with the story and the characters and just couldn't find myself putting it down for a second.

I absolutely loved and adored this series.

I have become a huge fan of YA/NA recently and just can't seem to find the time to put my kindle down when I'm reading this genre.

This is the continuation of Jaymerson and Hunter's story. And boy do we get lots of ups and downs in this book. So much heartache and pain for these two individuals that seem to find happiness just to have it taken away from them again. Will they ever reach the point of true happiness together or were they destined to just love each other from afar?

I loved Jaymerson because despite all the hate that she was inflicted upon at school, she was tough as nails and knew how to block that out and the hateful and spiteful words that were always thrown at her. For as much as she's gone through, she sure has thick skin to be able to tolerate it and continue on with her daily routine, blocking out the horrible words thrown at her on the daily.

Hunter, he's as loveable as can be. He loved Jaymerson fiercely even when she didn't belong to him But once Jaymerson finally became his, he tried to keep her but Jaymerson had other aspirations and she was done being the doting girlfriend who followed her boyfriend everywhere. Now that she's graduated from high school, she's going to focus on herself and do what she wants to do, even if it that means losing the love of her life.

They have obstacles always hurtling their way and always getting in the way of their happiness. But they always look around it and find a way to finally, FINALLY make their dreams come true, with such sacrifices -- but sacrifices that were worth it!

This series has been such a great read.

The Blinded Love Series is at the top of my favorites for 2018!

Oh my goodness – I just finished this book and I couldn’t get enough of this story. The first book had shattered my heart. This book did not disappoint. It shattered my heart even more, if possible.

We pick up a couple months after the last book left off. Without giving away too much away – this book was full of so much raw angst. But I loved every minute of it. The writing was fabulous, kept me captivated, and made me fall in love. UGH. I’m sad that this story is over but it was so satisfying. I said it about the last book – the characters are so young but you don’t feel like it. They are so mature for their age.

I just can’t say enough about this series. It was absolutely fabulous! So much raw emotional angst.

Such a profound and heart-wrenching tale of maddeningly deep emotions. Jayme and Hunter love more passionately and hate more fiercely because they do so with their whole being. Both of them want nothing more than to fulfill their dreams and hold onto each other with everything they have. But Jayme doesn't feel like she can compete with his dreams and often is placed last, and Hunter feels like Fate has it in for them. Ripped apart yet again, Jayme finds herself in Italy and Hunter on the rise to fame on the Supercross circuit. One year apart has not lessened the deep, unending, soul-fracturing love they feel for each other and when they finally lay eyes on each other again, the effects ripple like through-out the town. I loved this book and I'm certain you will too. I hope to see these characters again in the future. 5 stars and 2 thumbs up!! Broken Love is a brilliantly written story that will capture your emotions and steal your heart.