Pieces to Mend

De: Clarissa Kae

Narrado por: Rebecca Struzyna

Can enduring love heal her shattered soul and his broken body? In their small agricultural town, Scarlett's family is the picture-perfect variety. The mother encourages juvenile delinquents at the local detention center and her father coaches the church's youth group. All is right until Scarlett lets a shameful secret slip. Blaming her for the indiscretion, the family silences Scarlett's accusation but the arrival of a new high school student threatens the delicate balance. Everett's giant frame and fractured skull are compliments of his father, but his world shifts after an accidental touch from Scarlett.

Starved for affection, they forge an inescapable bond. Their relationship is encouraged by Everett's grandmother, Marjorie Ashley, a woman with an unnatural gift, the ability to witness painful memories of those around her. Fifteen years later, Marjorie is fading, her impending death a blow to Scarlett. Everett enjoys a flourishing legal career while Scarlett writes weekly investigative articles - keeping her own secrets hidden. An old police report is found in Marjorie's house, revealing a web of deception spun by Scarlett's family. The deeper Scarlett digs, the more unsettling the discoveries. No longer aided by Marjorie's gift, Scarlett is given an impossible ultimatum, she must choose between the family who raised her and the man who loves her - or risk losing both.

©2020 Clarissa Wilstead (P)2021 Clarissa Wilstead

Pieces to Mend touched my heart

Clarissa Kae’s work of literary art touched me deeply. Having known those who have suffered similar traumas the story helped me to understand the pain some have suffered at the hand of others.
This story will help men understand how many women feel.
The saga of Everett and Scarlett is heart wrenching and even unbearable at times. Yet they don’t give up on each other, which is a lesson we all need.
As the hero, Everett’s patience is super human. His loyalty to Scarlett is an example many need.
Kae wraps the past and present together to a crescendo that gives one hope for those hurt deeply and wonder if the pain of abuse will ever subside.
As with her other books, Kae’s writing style magnificently engulfs one’s imagination as she creates a beautiful mental picture with her words.
Well done!