Shattered Rhythm by Blake Black

Shattered Rhythm

Blurb

How much would you sacrifice for a fresh start?

My life seemed perfect. I had everything I could ask for: loving parents, a boyfriend who was also my best friend, talent, and a promising career as a contemporary dancer and YouTuber.

But then, everything just crumbled away. My life fell apart, forcing me to flee from home in order to survive, leaving behind shattered dreams in my wake.

As I tried to move forward and build a new life under a different identity, I never expected to encounter people I could trust, let alone form connections with four guys who were determined to bring back my smile.

While finding my way back to myself, I’m discovering that I don’t always have to hide. However, just when it seems like I have a future, my past comes knocking on my door. Will I be strong enough to escape alive once again?

***SHATTERED RHYTHM is a medium burn spicy ‘why choose’ contemporary romance. This is the first book of the Burning Bridges Duet and ends on a cliffhanger. Contains violence, graphic killing, foul language, and sexual content. Some parts may be triggering.***

Excerpt

I take a deep breath and let my body remember the movements. I feel the familiar ache in my knee, but it’s almost like a badge of honor. A reminder of how far I’ve come.

I move across the stage. It’s difficult, and there are moments when I falter, when the pain is too much to bear. But I keep moving, keep pushing myself, because I know that this is what I need to do. This is my path to healing, to finding myself again.

As the final notes of the song fade away, I sink to my knees, tears streaming down my face. It’s not just the physical pain that makes me cry, but the emotional release, the knowledge that I’m finally starting to heal. And I know,

I have dance to thank for that.

Tropes

Abused Heroine, College