Branded

Ignite Trilogy #2

By: Tara Sivec

Narrated by: Jason Clarke, Ashley Klanac

Length: 8 hrs and 41 mins

Publisher's summary

I wear my scars like a scarlet letter, reminding myself that I'm not worth the trouble. I've spent 17 years pushing men away, never allowing myself to believe in the fairytale...then, he walked back in. Just like before, we explode when we're together. I hate him for what he did to me, but I can't stay away. Eighteen days filled with passion and promises. Nineteen letters filled with threats and foreboding. It only takes 20 minutes for the numbers to all add up. One thousand two hundred seconds until everything changes and there's no going back. This is my story, and it's going to leave a scar.

©2014 Tara Sivec (P)2016 Audible, Inc.

THEIR DYNAMICS ARE VOLATILE & SO IS THE CHEMISTRY

Phina's bitchy attitude, cold heart and standoffish ways towards the confused, frustrated, jealous and besotted DJ was a bit annoying at the start because it caused so much conflict, fierce sassy banter and angst between them. But, as soon as I got passed the first few Chapters, I realized that it was just her way of coping with the life altering heartbreak that DJ had unknowingly put her through 15 years earlier. And it also confirmed to her that all the verbal insults of being told she's not good enough, declared a whore at the tender age of 5, of being worthless etc., etc., that her Father had repeatedly taunted and brainwashed her with throughout her childhood, were all true. When the reason behind her animosity, aggravation and hatred towards DJ was revealed I too wanted to kick him in the nuts. But, in his shaky defence, booze had obliterated his memories and it ended what should have been the start of a beautiful love story.... and instead, years later, it left an intense frustrating chemistry that was both combustible and explosive.

So now, 15 years later, they verbally spar and wound each other but it hides their true feelings for one another of rejection, lust, desire, passion.... and love. Then hate-filled cryptic notes randomly appear talking of sexual acts they had performed in private, revenge and the promise of violence yet to be inflicted on Phina. They were quickly followed up with very dangerous and serious attempts and the shocking news of her Father's release from Prison has Phina seriously scared. It pushed DJ over the top and he became her protector, her saviour and her lover..... but too many tequilas were to blame when DJ finally overheard the toxic secret of his long ago hurtful actions which led to Phina's pain, anger and heartache towards him as she relived memories that still haunted her today..... memories that now instantly came flooding back to DJ. He should have also picked up on the clues that Phina was secretly carrying on the shameful legacy that her Father had so cruelly inflicted on her young and tender skin years before.

An intense roller-coaster ride for your emotions, they argued, hated and loved each other fiercely all at the same time. It was passionate and steamy with occasional humor. There was danger, suspense, mystery, twists and deaths. Apart from the intense, swoon-worthy, sexy, Alpha Hero who's a Fireman/Paramedic and the Heroine with a tortured soul and a broken heart, there were a few other likeable secondary characters.... including Finnely and Collin from book 1 and the next book better be about Dax the charismatic, loveable, sexy, womanizing Cop. Alternate and overlapping POV's and the narration was really good. Part of a Trilogy but could easily be a stand alone listen.

Worth a credit? YES, a very enjoyable, well written, entertaining, action-packed story of forgiveness, growth, love and second chances during a time of danger, stress and uncertain tomorrows.

2 Excellent Reading, Ignite Duel

I enjoyed the Ignite Duel. I loved the great love story of first loves and how they returned to their true love. This had action, sex alot and good sex and friendship. I am a big fan of Tara Sivec, and I hope she continues to write great stories just like this. The performance for both books was also great!! Tara, 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽❤❤❤

Captured

Being an emergency room nurse, my only complaint is - that isn’t even close to how the medical field works and I had a tough time not getting by annoyed w the errors. Once I moved past that, I was captivated and interested in the book. Narration was great.

AMAZING second book!

Again. second book was just as phenomenal as the first. checked all my boxes! definitely will be one of my top series.

Tragically beautiful!

I loved this story. It broke my heart to learn the reasons for Phina's self doubt and destructive behavior. Well worth a credit! I agree this is a very enjoyable, well written, entertaining, action-packed story of forgiveness, growth, love and second chances during a time of danger, stress and uncertain tomorrows.

Worth a credit? 🤷‍♀️

Branded by Tara Sivec is a dark story with some heavy subject matter. Along with the typical mature sexual themes, there are other hard topics that some listeners may not be able to handle hearing. A few examples of this are child abuse/torture, self-abuse, and kidnapping. The story is very well written. It may not be everyone’s cup of tea, but take heart, there is a HEA ending. ❤️

The narrators, Jason Clarke and Ashley Klanac (not Grayson Long) once again gave a stellar performance!

IMHO, this story IS 👍🏻 worth a credit, but it may not be to everyone’s liking.

Flaming hot

Dj and seraphina story about addiction. People are cruel in this world that causes people to hurt themselves. Kindness! Why is that so hard?

great story

Tara Sevic has a talent for bringing drama to life. The twist with the cop was totally unexpected but I should've seen it coming. The main character was a true fireball with a stubborn bo to match. Their character worked well throughout the tale. Hopefully they're will be a follow up one day.

I love Jason Clarke!!!

Good story with a story of abuse that was sad but told from a POV in how someone can learn and get the help they need, especially when they find that someone willing to love them and accept them as they are. I used a credit because I am a big fan of Jason Clarke and he has the most deep and sexy voice making his words so enjoyable. I've read and listened to many books by Ms. Sivic and enjoyed this one too. At least I think Graydon Long and Jason Clarke are one and the same. I'm a fan either way.

Fire and heat

Loved this one. While I enjoyed the story of Collin and Finley, DJ and Fina were so much hotter. Love these two narrators together and I highly recommend reading the first book.