This is a spoiler-free review! Broken is currently available on Kindle Unlimited.
The day I decided I was finally going to dive into this book was the same day that I found out that the author was a grandmother, and from that moment on I knew I was in for a treat. As one of my many downloads from Stuff Your Kindle Day, you can only imagine why I decided this book was one that I needed in my library -- I am a sucker for anything involving a forbidden romance.
I genuinely did not know what to expect with this storyline, and to be completely honest, the beginning really threw me for a loop. So much happened in a short amount of time, and with so many character introductions, it was a touch hard to keep track of who was who at times. Once you get into the swing of things, the plot moves quickly, and before you know it, our good sister Jenna has found herself in some real trouble... exactly the reason I downloaded this book.
Zafar is a man who knows what he wants and certainly has no limitations to stop him from getting anything, being the brother of the Crown Prince of Akram. The dynamic between Jenna and Zafar is at an all-time intensity from the moment they first interact, and it escalates to levels I have only seen by characters written by Shantel Tessier.
With an equal balance of plot and straight up spice, the author is able to create an enticing story between an unlikely pair. I really did not know what to expect when I first started reading, and was pleasantly surprised by the pacing and characterization throughout the story. A quick and steamy read, it would have been great if the book was longer - I would have loved to see what else was in store for them and how their relationship would progress beyond the ending. That being said, I was satisfied with the ending and did not feel rushed getting there.
The side characters definitely added a great layer to the story, and tied the plot together without taking away from Jenna and Zafar's budding relationship. Members of the royal family made a generous amount of appearances, and were characters that I enjoyed Jenna making them into her acquaintances. Looking at Melisa's storyline, it was unique and she played a much larger role than I anticipated for her character, which was a great choice by the author.
If you are looking for a standalone dark romance, Broken may very well be the introduction you need to enter the genre. And if you are already a long-time member of the dark romance club, this will fit right into your tastes.
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