• Defined by Deceit

  • By: A.E. Via
  • Narrated by: Aiden Snow
  • Length: 8 hrs and 6 mins
  • 4.9 out of 5 stars (253 ratings)

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Defined by Deceit

By: A.E. Via
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Life isn't always fair, and that's something that Llewellyn Gardner knows about firsthand. His life was on the fast track until one night of extreme passion changed everything. Now eight years later, he's still living with the aftershocks of that night. Everywhere he turns or runs, there's another reminder. What the hell do you do when you try to drown your demons only to find out they can swim? 

Shane Smith, Jr., owner of Smith Construction, could see the emotional turmoil within his new employee - it's why he hired him. There was something about the gorgeous, misunderstood man with the overly expressive eyes that came to their small town with a past no one was willing to overlook. Shane could see the good in Llewellyn, and those eyes of his were a clear window to his soul. Shane wasn't going to let the man live a future of solitude because his past had been plagued with deceit. 

Llewellyn wasn't sure what to think about Shane. After years of protecting himself from being tricked twice, he was now faced with worry again. What would happen to him if Shane didn't believe his truth and walked away? Llewellyn wasn't sure he'd be able to survive being left alone. Again. 

Contains mature themes.

©2015 Adrienne E. Via (P)2021 Tantor
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I loved Lou and Shane's story. I was so sad/mad at moss for what he did to Lou that was horrible.
Although Lou went through numerous trials and tribulations he made it through. I've read quite a few books by A E Via this story is by far my favorite. I definitely would recommend reading
Aiden Snow has a great voice and is an outstanding Narrator

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Awesome Amazing 🥲😘😍👍👍👍👍💯🥂

I love every single thing about this book my heart ache for Loui, I love the ending I need more more more more please. A.E.Via I love you I have all You're audible books. Aiden snow I love your voice you are my favourite narrator.

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Good and sad

I look at this book a couple times I am glad I finally got it again it was good but sad.

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wow

fantastic story! A. E. Via has again captivated me with this story l, the characters and as always made me fall in love with the love that the main characters share.

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Disappointing but not a terrible book

I loved the Nothing Special Series and went on a quest to read/listen to all of A.E. Via's books. I think this may be a case of "too much of a good thing" .

*SLIGHT SPOLIERS AHEAD*

The book starts with quite a bang and I was drawn into it. The topic is one that is not often approached in the genre. I was anxious to see how it panned out and how Lew persevered - how he overcomes his physical and mental effects of what happened to him. But the book rapidly turns into a fairy tale version of reality. Which is surprising considering almost all of the characters are alpha males.

I'm not saying men don't have drama or sensitive sides .. quite the opposite BUT the book just runs headfirst into over romanticized insta-love . they go from complete strangers in a crowd at a movie theater to declaring everlasting devotion less than a week later? Lew's mental block that has overwhelmed him for 8 years suddenly unravels after listening to one Bon Jovi song? what the? I avoid m/f romance books for the exact thing that this book became- I couldn't even finish it.

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very good!

Aiden Snow is one of my very favorite narrators and he nailed it again with this book. I'm not gonna lie, I felt this one in the gut and I was so relieved when Lou's luck finally changed and he got his HEA. I loved the story, it held my interest and and was thought provoking. The characters were developed and likeable. Its my 1st book by AE Via and won't be my.last. I highly recommend this story.

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I don't know what to say except to say this

talk about an emotional roller coaster of hurt and the lost of a young man's dream and the damage one person could do to another just because they hide behind a mask.

I love The Arthur and the narrator I cannot get enough of both of them. A must read!!!!!!!

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AMAZING!!!

I was enraged to the injustice!
But loved the HEA and closure. Will hear again and again!

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Wow!!!!

This book was amazing! The first part will break your heart, but push through because the middle and end are everything. You need this book.

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Heartbreaking

The first half of this book was so hard and heartbreaking to listen to. The second half was incredibly sweet and full of hope. One of the best books I've listened to in a while.

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  • Hi Ho Silver
  • 06-18-21

Meh !

Beautifully narrated nonsense: insta-hate insta-love, wash and repeat. Unlikeable MCs. Couldn't get to the end. This author can do so much better.

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  • 09-25-23

An emotional rollercoaster

I really enjoyed this book. I got into this authors book through the Nothing Special box set, and although this book had a totally different vibe I still enjoyed it just as much. It was very emotional and cried at several points, my heart completely broke for Llewellyn.

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  • Susan Anne Shurmer
  • 08-10-23

A.E Via does it again!

honestly, although the theme of rape freaks me out, I found this story to be fantastic. listening to Aiden Snow narrate is like listening to a full cast narration. he brings EVERY character to life and I love listening to him do this. Via and snow are a perfect combo! xoxo

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  • racheldunn31
  • 09-18-22

I couldn’t stop listening

After seeing a poor review I wasn’t sure about this book but I couldn’t put it down!
The MCs are really likeable, the story line is so heartbreaking but gripping. All you want is justice, I found myself frustrated at the mc treatment but this just showed i was so invested in the story.
Excellent narration from Auden Snow as always.
Another superb novel from A E Via… thank you.

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  • Annick Uwihoreye
  • 08-26-21

Cry much!!!

Oohh dear, I didn’t think I can read this book at all. I cried for Lou, my heart ached for his brother.

I was so angry the deputy did not get punished or at least get some kind of karma, but again everything happened to bring him to the love he needed and met another brother in ace. But it was hard to listen for the first 12 chapters. But we’ll worth it xxx

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  • 08-22-21

fantastic

I have read this book 📖 so when it come out on audio had to get and can I say a e via is a amazing writer ❤ and aiden snow did a fantastic job on bringing the story and emotions to life glad they put on audio

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  • AL
  • 07-14-21

Brilliant!

Story: AE Via strikes again! I am in constant awe over this author’s skill and amazing grasp on emotions. The characters she creates and stories she tells are so brilliant there is no way to stay neutral. They grip the heart and don’t let go.
This title takes on some incredibly difficult matters and the development of the story is just spot on. It’s realistic, emotional and so well written all together!
Narration: AE Via’s duet with Aiden Snow is a guaranteed success. The performance elevates the books to a whole new level and fits the characters perfectly.

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  • Caroline
  • 06-18-21

Awesome

Another awesome book by A.E. Via. Didn't think i was going to make it passed chapter 9 and through the heartache and tears for Llewellyn . But very soon fell in love with his and Shane's love story. Hoping that this isn't going to be a standalone and we get to have other stories featuring their family and friends. Another brilliant job by Aiden Snow thank you for bringing this to life.

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  • Michelle
  • 06-16-21

Brilliant

Loved this book, so much emotion and feeling
Love Aiden Snow he can get you right into the characters

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  • Sue.55
  • 09-03-23

Sue.55

Loved this story and was so invested in Lew finding his HEA that I listened until 3.30am to the finish. I absolutely love the narrator he brought it all together to perfection. It was an amazing experience to listen to a book this good.

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  • Tania Gargiulo
  • 05-18-23

Absolute tearjerker

This book made me cry. A lot. I loved it so much and I don’t think I’ve ever been so heavily invested in a HEA. The narration was spot on, so much emotion. 5 stars for me.

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  • Anonymous User
  • 03-11-23

not the best narrator

we all have our own opinions. bug i just really dong enjoy the narrator on this book. others may. but not for me. I could not finnish this book. let alone get past the first few chapters

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  • Anonymous User
  • 03-05-23

Heartbreaking, heart-warming

This book made me cry real tears, made me laugh out loud, and loved.

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