Reckless Refuge

The Wrecked Series, Book 4

By: Catherine Cowles

Narrated by: Ava Erickson, Sebastian York

Length: 9 hrs and 5 mins

Publisher's summary

There were shadows I was running from. Ones that haunted and taunted. Ones that made it so I had no choice but to disappear. 

I’d spent years hiding from the world. My little island haven, the only assurance of safety. 

It all changed the moment he showed up at my door. The hint of pain in his eyes told me that something haunted him, too. And I couldn’t help but be drawn closer.

But finding the person I needed most came with risks I never expected. And when our ghosts find us again, neither of us may make it out this time. 

©2020 Catherine Cowles (P)2021 Catherine Cowles

One of my favorites now!

I've listened to all but the last book in this series. All of the books are good... this one was awesome. The suspense with the romance..❤️ throw in Sebastian York's sexy voice and I am swooning. This is one of my favorite books in the romance genre now. Just enough steamy too. Highly recommend!

Epic suspense

My heart after this book! Seriously! It gripped it, tore it apart, and put it back together beautifully. Shay is hiding herself on the island, taking care of it and keeping everyone at an arms length. Brody becomes the new owner and keeps her on as a caretaker. They are both hiding. They both have pasts they are trying to hide from. But soon those pasts catch up to them and it's dangerous. Along the way they find love with each other and it's epic!! These narrators were the perfect voices for Brody and Shay. I was on the edge of my seat the whole time!

5+⭐ Romantic Suspense!

Catherine Cowles does it again! Every book in this series is fantastic! This story has all the emotions and feels with Brody and Shay. They are both running from something in their past and it was great seeing them trust each other to begin and build their wonderful relationship together. I loved seeing the friends from the other books in this story. They always just make the family larger and it's one of the things I love most about Catherine's books. I loved Sebastian's and Ava's narration, as they are always great! Their voices were perfect for Shay and Brody and really made the story come to life. As with all Catherine's books, I wish the story didn't end! I totally loved this book and it is a must listen!

Recommended

An excellent addition to the series. I was introduced to Shay in the last story. There was an air of mystery and fear around her then. Now I know why. Brody is perfect for her and she for him. Their story was complex yet nicely developed. I'm looking forward to see how Hunter moves forward after so many personal betrayals.

Listening to this story was a gift as it was so well done.

Love this story line

I love these characters I want more as I follow how they became into each other's lives and how hard it is true 💕💕💕💕💕

Classic Catherine!

4 Stars!! I really enjoyed this story! Shay’s background was so heartbreaking and I’m so glad she finally found a happy ending! Brody was just made to love her and worship her. The plot to this book was so interesting as well. Another Catherine Cowles book crossed off the list!

Narration was well done!!

Must read!!

Brody and shay were perfect! I loved getting to see their love grow and see Shay grow as a person. Shay is content to live on her secluded island away from prying eyes and a psycho brother. Brody is a big time artist trying to find peace when he decides to buy the very island that Shay is the caretaker of. The suspense was top tier!! I was trying so hard to figure out who the bad guy was!! Must read!!

Another amazing story!!

No one does it like Catherine Cowles! Another amazing story to add to her collection. I loved seeing two broken characters come together to overcome their past and be whole together. Love love love! The narrators did a fantastic job as well!

Enjoyable

Ava and Sebastian did a great job of bringing Brody and Shay's story to life.

Their book was interesting, it kept my attention but it wasn't quite as good as others of hers that I have listened to.

Yes, there were all of the good things you can expect from Mrs Cowles—suspense, drama, a bit of mystery, emotional turmoil, steam—but for me, it was missing a little something. I just can't figure out what that something is...

Still worth a listen, especially if you enjoy all the things I have listed above.

Love this series!

I have loved this entire series! The writing is fantastic, and the narrators are amazing. What great storytelling and the mystery aspect that's always thrown in is perfect!

Great Narration of a great story

I love Ava Erikson and Sebastian York as a narration duo. they really bring the characters to life.
I love both Shay and Brody and their complex backgrounds. I think the way Shay over comes her past and supports Brody through his current nightmare is lovely.
Their love story was written beautifully!

Fantastic!

I love this series! The suspense, twists and turns, and the love story; is the perfect blend of angst, heat, and heart, with wonderful characters that I adored.

Amazing book

I can’t say enough good things about this book and series. The emotional investment in this series is so rewarding. The characters draw you in and keep you hooked from the first page to the last. The sense of community you feel whilst reading these books especially this one, show you what an amazing world Ms Cowles has imagined. I’ll definitely be rewarding and listening to these books many times int he future. Wonderful narrators too. I loved their voices

What a wonderful addition to a favorite series

Wow! What a wonderful addition to this series. Reckless Refuge is a complete standalone but we do get a cameo or two from some familiar characters.
Shay McCabe is caretaker on a private island off the coast of Washington. She is a bit of a recluse and keeps to herself, not letting anyone close enough to see what she was hiding and hiding from.

“The only thing those scars prove is that you can walk through fire and survive I can’t think of anything more beautiful than that.”

Brody James is both running away from something and also searching for peace and the return of his creativity. He buys the island and keeps Shay on as caretaker. The attraction is immediate but they both fight it in the beginning.

We look out for our own.”
And I was one of theirs. A member of this pieced together family. One that wasn’t linked together by blood but by choice. And wasn’t that the greatest gift of all?”

I loved the suspense in this story. I was kept guessing till the very end. I listening to this story on audiobook and the narration was great, entertaining and engaging from start to finish.
-5 Stars-

Wonderful Story

Catherine has written another wonderful book in the Wrecked series.
For Shay it is all about remaining in background, anonymous and leading a quiet existence. She lives on Harbor Island as the caretaker, an idea place to hide from the tragedies that have happened in her life. Until a new owner occupies the island and then her safe haven is disturbed.
Brody is an artist and the new owner of Harbor he moves to Harbor to look for more inspiration to his work. A talented artist is intrigued by Shay and her life on the island. His creativity is inspired when he gets to know Shay.
As Brody gets to know Shay he realises she is hiding from a dark past and wants to protect her.
Can Shay's past catch up with her as she develops feelings for Brody and begins to open herself to make friends?
The book is an amazing read with suspense, twist and turns along the way.
Cannot wait for the next book!
Narration was great, expressive and clear.

Totally wrecked!!

Catherine Cowles has done it again! Pulled me into one of her original stories, and made me feel part of it! This is the fourth book in the Wrecked series and each is incredible! We meet Shay and Brody in this one. Both with unspeakable pasts, very broken, unwilling to share or trust and definitely not willing to fall in love. Until it happens. Now, faced with danger, we need to see who is behind it, and how it will all play out. I love strong female leads, and Shay is certainly strong. Willing to stop living a full life to survive, she puts one foot in front of the other everyday to help chase the demons away. Brody is running, and landing on the island could be the answer or his demise. He is swoony and brave. I love them both, and especially enjoy getting to see the characters we have gotten to know in the previous books. It's a pleasure to get to witness how their lives are turning out. Pick up your copy of Reckless Refuge, you too will find this love story exciting, suspenseful and romantic!

You cannot have a more perfect team than Ava Erickson and Sebastian York. These seasoned performers know exactly how to root into the minds of their characters and give them each the best voices. From the riveting suspense to the unmistakable romance, these two bring it alive. It's always an enjoyable listen with these two.