Book Review: Connected by Kim Karr

Connected
Connections #1
Author: Kim Karr
Reading Level: New Adult
Genre: Contemporary Romance
Released: February 4th, 2014
Review Source: New American Library | Penguin

What if a “Once in a Lifetime” could happen twice?

In Dahlia London’s world, happily ever after is a far cry from reality. Her soul has been left completely shattered by tragedy. But a surprising reunion with someone from her past is about to give her a reason to love again…

When rock star River Wilde comes back into Dahlia’s life, their super-charged connection runs deeper than either of them ever expected. The more time they spend together, the more intense their relationship becomes, and Dahlia believes at last she has found her soul mate.

But as old bonds fade and Dahlia’s grief begins to lift, her guilt and confusion remain. River desperately wants to be the one who mends what’s been broken—but with a past that refuses to stay buried, is it possible for their future to begin?

As you may know, I am a sucker for sad stories. Don’t ask me why, I just do. I am also a sucker for covers. Connected is a sad story with a beautiful cover. I mean just look at the cover! How can you say no to that?!It is stunning!! What I love most about this cover is the chemistry this couple portraits. It is the perfect shot that describes this book.

Connected is the first book of The Connections Series. This book starts off at a concert with Dehlia and her father years before this love story begins. This is where it is explained how close Dehlia and her father are. Going into the story, we learned that this is the last music concert she shares with him. She loses her parents to an accident. Her world would’ve shatter if it wasn’t for the help of her boyfriend, Ben. One night, she is taken to a bar and she meets this mysterious soon to be rock star, River Wilde. Oh the chemistry these two share! Feeling guilty, Dehlia leaves the bar but only to be re-united with River years after her fiancé, Ben is killed.

To say the least, this book left me a mess. Kim Karr cast a spell and bewitched me with her writing. Seriously, do no read this book on your way out. You will make yourself look like a fool. Trust me, I did this and my friend was laughing at me. I cried so much within pages into the story. Connected is so addicting! I didn't put this book down.

River and Dehlia are meant to be. Their love is one of those that only comes once in a lifetime. You will fall for them and their fate of being together,

Although, they are an amazing couple, River is holding out a secret. And this is no little secret. I couldn't believe the twist of this story! Seriously, addicting and unpredictable.

The book ends with a big reveal and HOLY MOTHER OF ALL SECRETS! You cannot end a book with such big reveal! You just can't! You will need the second book pronto. I highly recommend this book! So go and purchase your copy.

Book Review: Connected by Kim Karr

Connected
Connections #1
Author: Kim Karr
Reading Level: New Adult
Genre: Contemporary Romance
Released: May 7th 2013
Review Source: Purchased
Publisher: Penguin | Intermix

What if a “Once in a Lifetime” could happen twice?

In Dahlia London’s world, happily ever after is a far cry from reality. Her soul has been left completely shattered by tragedy. But a surprising reunion with someone from her past is about to give her a reason to love again…

When rock star River Wilde comes back into Dahlia’s life, their super-charged connection runs deeper than either of them ever expected. The more time they spend together, the more intense their relationship becomes, and Dahlia believes at last she has found her soul mate.

But as old bonds fade and Dahlia’s grief begins to lift, her guilt and confusion remain. River desperately wants to be the one who mends what’s been broken—but with a past that refuses to stay buried, is it possible for their future to begin?

Have you ever read a book that left you absolutely mesmerized? I honestly couldn't put this book down. I was hooked from the very first sentence. Kim Karr is an absolutely BRILLIANT writer. I don’t think I have ever finished a book so fast. And that ending…WOW! What a fabulous read!!

Dahlia London has had a lot of loss in her life. Thankfully, she has a great support system, great friends and an amazing boyfriend, Ben. He is not only her boyfriend but her rock. Being childhood friends, they grew up together and his family took Dahlia under their wing when she lost hers.

The story kicks off with Dahlia meeting her best friend Aerie at Ben’s fraternity house. She and Aerie are going out to see a band at a campus bar. Once at the bar Aerie takes off for the crowd and Dahlia goes to the bar to grab them some drinks. Upon waiting for the bartender Dahlia scans the crowd to see where Aerie is. Instead she sees a gorgeous man that she can’t take her eyes off of. She feels guilty because Ben is waiting for her back at the fraternity house but for the life of her she just can't seem to look away. He makes his way over to her and starts a conversation. This is where we meet River Wilde. Dahlia engages in the conversation and is finding herself even more attracted to River as the minutes go by when he is called back to stage. Yep, he’s the lead singer in the band. That made River even hotter if there is such a thing. He asks Dahlia to stay after the set so they could continue the conversation but feeling guilty because she has a boyfriend, she bolts. She knows if she stays there she will do something she regrets.

After college Dahlia and Ben live together and just when Dahlia thinks her life is perfect another loss hits her like a brick wall and this time she doesn't’t think the devastation will come to an end. Will Dahlia find the happiness she once knew??

This book was truly amazing. It had me on the edge of my seat, ugly crying, laughing, swooning and panting for more. Trust me when I say I couldn’t one-click the second book Torn fast enough!!! I usually don’t like cliffhangers but I can say that this is by far one of the best I have read. Get the tissues handy and get ready for a bumpy ride. I guarantee you won’t regret it! I do have to mention that this book has adult situations and language that is suitable for ages eighteen and above. Enjoy!!!