Shattered Veil
by Eliza Modiste
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Pub Date Aug 01 2024 | Archive Date Aug 01 2024
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Description
Chilling sights and committed sins haunt his dreams, but there is only more to come.
James Turner is not one to shove his emotions in a bottle, but his current circumstances have rendered bottling a necessity. The harrowing memory that looms in his mind—the crime committed months prior with his chosen family in a desperate act of survival—is rarely, if ever, spoken of. After all, it seems far easier for everyone to simply go on with their everyday lives in an attempt to drown out the noise that no doubt lingers above them.
True solace evades him, though, and who weighs on his shoulders nearly as heavily is the one he shouldn’t want. A close friend’s little sister. The one that he knows should be forbidden. Cassie Cohen.
The woman who is almost a decade his junior and secretly working as an exotic dancer has burrowed her way under his skin. Neatly placed within his friend group and having experienced the same living nightmare, she is more than familiar with all that could chill one to the bone. Bonded in trauma, the pair share a connection that is impossible to ignore.
As life would have it, though, their adversity is yet to end. The small town that they reside in is covertly being shaken to its core. Rumor has it that women—some of them dancers—are going missing.
James and Cassie’s past is intertwined…and so is their future.
CW: This book contains content that may be troubling to some readers, including, but not limited to, mentions of childhood abuse, suicide, stalking, and murder. In addition to those, there are depictions of kidnapping and methods of torture.
Author's Note for Tropes & Themes:
• Small Town Romance
• Missing Women
• Found Family
• Age Gap (9 years)
• Close Friend’s Younger Sister
• Spice
• Banter
• Trauma Bonds
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Featured Reviews
Reviewer 424251
Title: Shattered Veil
Author: Eliza Modiste
Rating: ★★★★.5
James Turner is struggling to cope with the harrowing memory of a crime he and his chosen family committed months ago in a desperate act of survival. To manage, everyone tries to continue with their lives, pushing the traumatic event aside.
However, James finds it impossible to find true solace, particularly because of his feelings for Cassie Cohen, a close friend's little sister. Nearly a decade younger and secretly working as an exotic dancer, Cassie has deeply affected him. Both having experienced the same trauma, James and Cassie share an unshakable bond that complicates his emotions even further.
As life would have it, though, their adversity is yet to end. The small town that they reside in is covertly being shaken to its core. Rumour has it that women—some of them dancers—are going missing.
James and Cassie’s past is intertwined…and so is their future. Eliza Modiste delivers a thrilling and emotionally charged narrative in Shattered Veil. The novel is packed with plot twists that keep readers on the edge of their seats, fully engaged from start to finish.
James and Cassie’s relationship is compelling and authentic, with their growth beautifully portrayed through their shared trauma and forbidden attraction. The chemistry between them is palpable, making their connection one of the highlights of the book.
Modiste’s ability to blend suspense, romance, and character development is impressive, creating a story that is both gripping and heartwarming. The small-town setting, rife with secrets and danger, adds an extra layer of intrigue that keeps the reader guessing until the very end.
Absolutely love James and Cassie, and I was deeply invested in their journey. Shattered Veil is a must-read for anyone who enjoys a suspenseful romance with complex characters and a plot full of surprises. Highly recommended!
Thank you to The author Eliza Modiste & Netgalley for an advanced reader copy (ARC) in exchange for my honest review.
Sue E, Reviewer
Whoa, hold on tight! 🎢 Shattered Veil is one wild ride of mystery and forbidden passion. James Turner’s life is a tangled mess of guilt and secret desires, especially with Cassie Cohen, his best friend’s sister, getting all up in his head. They’re both haunted by their past and caught up in a small town shaking with disappearances. If you’re into intense, edge-of-your-seat stories with a mix of dark thrills and steamy tension, you’ve gotta check this out! 📖💥
Abigail L, Librarian
Shattered Veil is an intense and haunting read that explores themes of trauma and forbidden desire. The story follows James Turner, who struggles with the lingering effects of a crime he committed with his chosen family, while also grappling with his feelings for Cassie Cohen, a close friend's sister and an exotic dancer. The way the book intertwines their shared past with the dark events unfolding in their town is both gripping and emotional. I found myself completely absorbed by the characters’ complex emotions and the suspenseful plot. Great Read.
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