The Broken One

The Broken One

Brittney Sahin Founding author
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Fake marry her brother’s best friend to catch a killer . . . sure, what could go wrong?
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Fake marry her brother’s best friend to catch a killer . . . sure, what could go wrong?

 

Growing up on a ranch with four older brothers, Ella Mae Hawkins is no stranger to rugged and tough men. But her heart has always belonged to the one man she can’t have.

 

After a secret romantic weekend three years ago with him leaves her broken-hearted, Ella Mae accepts an opportunity to go to Paris and pursue her fashion dreams. It’s supposed to be her chance to get away and start over. Instead, she’s going there with the same stubborn man who claimed he was too dangerous for her—as his fake wife.

 

Jesse McAdams, a former Army Ranger, has spent half his life away from his small hometown, but one thing has always remained true: one woman owns his heart. The problem? She can never know how he really feels.

 

But after their hot weekend in New York, it’s been harder than ever to resist the sassy, headstrong Ella Mae. Especially when they can’t share a room without arguing, which often leads to desire.

 

Joining the team at Falcon Falls Security was supposed to bring the redemption he needs so he can finally be the man Ella Mae deserves. Instead, the fabric of lies he’s woven over time quickly unravels, exposing his secrets, and places a target on the heads of everyone he cares about.

 

Despite her shock over his past, Ella Mae finds herself falling for her brother’s best friend all over again. But this time, the stakes are higher. This time she’s in danger. And the man who put her there is now her husband.

 

Can Jesse protect her and piece Ella’s heart back together . . . or will he shatter it for good?

 

From Wall Street Journal bestselling author, Brittney Sahin, comes a thrilling new standalone romance military novel with no cliffhanger and a happily-ever-after.

Release date: January 23, 2022

Print pages: 465

Reader says this book is...: action-packed (6) emotionally riveting (7) satisfying ending (5) suspenseful (7) happily ever after (6) realistic characters (3) strong chemistry (5) tearjerker (3) terrific writing (5) entertaining story (3) high heat (5) swoon-worthy (3) unputdownable (3) escapist/easy read (2) heartwarming (2) rich setting(s) (2) sex scenes (3) strong heroine (3) year's top 10 (1)

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I know I say this all the time, but Brittney never disappoints us readers with each and every book she writes.

Jesse and Ella's story is another hit out of the park.

Jesse is a grumpy, brooding guy that comes back to town after being gone for a number of years after time in the Army.

He has loved Elle ever since they were kids, but he tries to keep his distance from her because he believes he is too broken can't give her the life she deserves.

He is trying to put his life back together and accepted a job with Falcon Falls Security and on the side refinishes furniture.
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I know I say this all the time, but Brittney never disappoints us readers with each and every book she writes.

Jesse and Ella's story is another hit out of the park.

Jesse is a grumpy, brooding guy that comes back to town after being gone for a number of years after time in the Army.

He has loved Elle ever since they were kids, but he tries to keep his distance from her because he believes he is too broken can't give her the life she deserves.

He is trying to put his life back together and accepted a job with Falcon Falls Security and on the side refinishes furniture.

When his old boss stops by with another job for him, Jesse immediately says no, but his curiosity gets the best of him. He finds out that someone from his past is after not only him, but those around him including Ella.

Meanwhile Ella is given a once in a lifetime opportunity to go to Paris and work as a designer (her part-time love).

When Jesse finds out she is going to Paris, his protective side comes out and he forbids her from going. That just sets Ella off as she is a strong, stubborn woman and told Jesse he has no claim on what she does with her life.

When Ella won't back down Jesse decides he will be going with her to Paris (as her fake husband).

This is a must read, I thoroughly enjoyed it and loved all the hidden gems within the book about Jesse's past and why he considered himself broken. In the end Ella stands by her man.
 on 2/4/22
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The Broken One by Brittney Sahin is another HOT hit! Ella Mae Hawkins and Jesse McAdams are characters who have loved each other since they were young teens. However, due to Jesse’s past, dangerous, soul-eating military job, they haven’t succumbed to the inevitable marriage vows in order to keep Ella safe and Jesse sane. Readers become so invested in Sahin’s heroes who are tough, hard bitten, but loving people trying to make a living by protecting others. The plot line is filled with mystery, twists, and surprises that will keep book lovers glued to the pages until the very en...
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The Broken One by Brittney Sahin is another HOT hit! Ella Mae Hawkins and Jesse McAdams are characters who have loved each other since they were young teens. However, due to Jesse’s past, dangerous, soul-eating military job, they haven’t succumbed to the inevitable marriage vows in order to keep Ella safe and Jesse sane. Readers become so invested in Sahin’s heroes who are tough, hard bitten, but loving people trying to make a living by protecting others. The plot line is filled with mystery, twists, and surprises that will keep book lovers glued to the pages until the very end of the story or until the alarm rings for work. The story has an incredibly convoluted plot, filled with incredibly likable characters, burdened with incredibly toxic secrets, overwhelmed with an incredibly passionate romance, and supported with an incredibly loving family. Sahin books are a heart-felt investment; it’s all there to keep readers interested, entertained, on the edge, and always wanting more.
 on 1/29/22
action-packed emotionally riveting entertaining story escapist/easy read happily ever after heartwarming high heat realistic characters rich setting(s) satisfying ending sex scenes strong chemistry strong heroine suspenseful tearjerker terrific writing unputdownable
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I don’t know where to begin with Jesse and Ella. They are heart wrenching, explosive, fighters, friends, lovers, etc…. I could go on forever! Put in danger because of Jesse’s previous life, he vows to protect Ella. Even fake marries her but is it really fake? Chemistry between these two off the charts and they broke me! I laughed and cried and yes cursed… but what a stunning view into their lives and just an epic outcome over all. Brittney continues to bring forth so many feelings and the many wows - I don’t know how she does it. A must read - be careful thou - you’ll fal...
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I don’t know where to begin with Jesse and Ella. They are heart wrenching, explosive, fighters, friends, lovers, etc…. I could go on forever! Put in danger because of Jesse’s previous life, he vows to protect Ella. Even fake marries her but is it really fake? Chemistry between these two off the charts and they broke me! I laughed and cried and yes cursed… but what a stunning view into their lives and just an epic outcome over all. Brittney continues to bring forth so many feelings and the many wows - I don’t know how she does it. A must read - be careful thou - you’ll fall hard for Jesse and Ella.
 on 1/27/22
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How do you love a broken man? Jesse thinks he's too broken to deserve Ella's love, but Ella sees the true man behind all the broken pieces. This second chance, fake marriage romance will take you from Alabama to France and back again. During the adventure, Jesse and Ella learn to trust themselves and each other. Jesse is just the right amount of growly bad boy, but Ella is truly capable of holding her own. She's done putting up with Jesse's issues and fights fiercely to prove he's worthy of so much love. While reading, you will feel joy, pain, angst, regret, sorrow, and more j...
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How do you love a broken man? Jesse thinks he's too broken to deserve Ella's love, but Ella sees the true man behind all the broken pieces. This second chance, fake marriage romance will take you from Alabama to France and back again. During the adventure, Jesse and Ella learn to trust themselves and each other. Jesse is just the right amount of growly bad boy, but Ella is truly capable of holding her own. She's done putting up with Jesse's issues and fights fiercely to prove he's worthy of so much love. While reading, you will feel joy, pain, angst, regret, sorrow, and more joy. Brittney Sahin has written another winner and I cannot wait for the next one.
 on 1/27/22
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Landed a one two punch to my heart

Ella, an elementary school teacher, has had feelings for Jesse, her brother’s best friend along with a former Army operator and current Falcon Falls Security team member, ever since she knew what feelings were. As the story progresses his past tries to draw him back in, an opportunity arrives that could be too good to be true, and as the cards start to be revealed a true winner may not obvious. Brittney Sahin landed a one two punch to my heart with The Broken One. I was waiting for Jesse and Ela’s story and they did not disappoint.

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Landed a one two punch to my heart

Ella, an elementary school teacher, has had feelings for Jesse, her brother’s best friend along with a former Army operator and current Falcon Falls Security team member, ever since she knew what feelings were. As the story progresses his past tries to draw him back in, an opportunity arrives that could be too good to be true, and as the cards start to be revealed a true winner may not obvious. Brittney Sahin landed a one two punch to my heart with The Broken One. I was waiting for Jesse and Ela’s story and they did not disappoint.

I received a free copy of the book from the author. I had the opportunity to review or not.
 on 1/26/22
action-packed emotionally riveting entertaining story escapist/easy read happily ever after heartwarming high heat realistic characters rich setting(s) satisfying ending sex scenes strong chemistry strong heroine suspenseful swoon-worthy terrific writing unputdownable
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