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Definitely a must read!! If you love second chances and mma fighting; this is your book. Plus, you can never go wrong with a Cynthia Eden book. The characters pop off the page and you will fall in love with them.
Another 5 star from Cynthia Eden! I loved Holden and Claudia so much. Second chance is my favorite and this one was well done. It brought so much emotion. Add in the suspense elements, and this is a new favorite!
How to Heal a Heartbreak was adorable! The chapter headings have steps for the hero and they were cute! If you like second chance romances, this is a perfect pick!
Claudia and Holden were suppose to get married 5 years ago, but Holden never made it to the wedding. Claudia was heartbroken. Now, 5 years later, Claudia is in danger and Holden, now a security specialist with Wilde, is her only hope. He agrees to be her fake boyfriend and bodyguard, but he has no intentions of keeping things "fake". These two have a lot of explaining to do about their past. Add in Claudia's idiot brother trying to get rid of Holden and the person trying to hurt/kill Claudia and there is just a lot to unpack. But, I adored Holden's determination! So hot!
I figured out the suspect pretty much the moment they were introduced, so there wasn't really a mystery to me, but the plot was good overall. I enjoyed the danger and mystery as much as the second chance romance. Fans of bodyguard romances, "fake relationship" tropes, and second chance love stories will enjoy How to Heal a Heartbreak!
Never ever get tired of reading her books? I hate to start them because they are so good I don’t want them to be over! Claudia is getting married! But where is the groom? Holden is not going to make his wedding. 5 years later his ex fiancé shows up at his office needing a bodyguard. She has a stalker and it’s not Holden.
I received a complimentary copy of this book from NetGalley. The opinions expressed in this review are completely my own
This is a voluntary review of an advanced copy.
Oh, was this a good read! I am always looking forward to the next Wilde agent and their story so this is Holden's time and boy is it crazy! Claudia was left at the altar on their wedding day and she has refused to talk to him for five years. Fortunately for Holden, Claudia has been having "unlucky" coincidences that are escalating.
I don't want to give away any spoilers as you really need to let the story unfold - I even resisted reading ahead or the ending which is a feat for me! Although, I did suspect someone and was not wrong.
Now, I am going to have to go back and reread the How to Protect a Princess book, as I don't remember much about Holden in that book.
Loved the action, drama, and trying to figure out who was the stalker! Looking forward to the next one.
HOW TO HEAL A HEARTBREAK is the second instalment in Cynthia Eden’s contemporary, adult WILDE WAYS: GONE ROGUE erotic, romantic suspense series-a spin off from the author’s WILDE WAYS series. This is former MMA fighter turned Wilde Ways agent Holden Blackwell, and vineyard owner Claudia Fairmont’s story line. HOW TO HEAL A HEARTBREAK can be read as a stand alone without any difficulty. Any important information from the previous story lines is revealed where necessary. You do not have to have read the previous series to follows.
Told from dual third person perspectives (Holden and Claudia) HOW TO HEAL A HEARTBREAK follows the second chance romance and relationship between former MMA fighter Holden Blackwell, and winery owner Claudia Fairmont. Five years earlier Claudia Fairmont was jilted by her fiancé Holden Blackwell on the day of their wedding. Heartbroken and devastated, Claudia moved on with her life. Fast forward to present day, Claudia suspects she has a stalker, someone who is setting up our heroine to die, and the only man she can trust is the man who broke her heart. Six months earlier, small things in her life started to go wrong, but the attacks are becoming personal, dangerous and deadly. Holden Blackwell has never stopped loving our story line heroine, and he is about to become guardian and protector of the woman who still owns his heart. What ensues is the rebuilding romance and relationship between Holden and Claudia, and the potential fall-out as the a predator gets too close for comfort.
Claudia Fairmont has no idea who would want to destroy her life. Her brother and vineyard partner Cooper doesn’t believe Claudia has a stalker but someone has targeted our story line heroine. From the outset, Holden begins to suspect everyone in Claudia’s life, everyone including her brother, a friends and the people from their past but Holden has secrets of his own, and it may be his past that has targeted our story line couple.
The relationship between Claudia and Holden is one of second chances; a relationship destroyed by power and secrets, power that forced Holden to walk away from the woman he loved. As Claudia and Holden’s begin to rekindle what was, someone else is desperate to stop the relationship going forward. The $ex scenes are intimate and passionate without the use of over the top, sexually graphic language and text.
We are introduced to Claudia’s brother Cooper: family friend Seth Wellington; vineyard overseer Reese Rawlins; Officer Zachary Gains, and Holden’s business partner Harley Adaire.
HOW TO HEAL A HEARTBREAK is a story of secrets and lies, power and control, family and friendships, forgiveness and love. The fast paced premise is intriguing and entertaining; the romance is seductive and captivating; the characters are desperate yet determined.
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Cynthia Eden is an auto read author for me- she writes the perfect balance of heart, steamy, plot and suspense. Now I’m not normally the biggest fan of second chance romances but this was *chefs kiss* perfect! Once they got past their differences you could really settle into their rekindled romance.
Our heroine thinks she is being stalked but no one including her family or police will believe her. She turns to the man who left her at the alter 5 years ago who is now works at a private security company and he believes her and offered her protection straight away. Of course our hero isn’t just doing this out of the goodness of his heart- he sees this as a way to atone and try and win her heart.
I found the suspense plot just as captivating as the romance and I kept being late to work with not putting this book down. I loved the little bits of humour combined with the heat and intensity of the book and I just want more! Can’t wait to read more of this series.
I fell in love with this second chance romantic suspense! Claudia and Holden will heat up your Kindle with their chemistry. The mystery is full of suspense and the reveal is a shocker! The characters are great and there are appearances by fan favorites. The ending was perfect and left me excited for the next book.
I volunteered to read and review an advanced readers copy through Net Galley of How To Heal A Heartbreak . I really enjoyed reading this Sensational Suspense Romance . It was entertaining and suspenseful and smoking hot ! Claudia Fairmont has a stalker she's in danger . She feels like no one believes her . Holden Blackwell is VP of Wilde security and protection firm . He's shocked to find the woman he left at the alter five years ago wanting his help . Claudia is surprised Holden steps right in to protect her . Holden never stopped loving Claudia . He didn't want her in danger five years ago and definitely not now . As the Danger and threats escalates they realize they never stopped loving each other . I highly recommend taking the time to read .
Riveting!
I couldn’t put it down! Heartache, action, twists, second chances, surprises, drama and emotion just to name a few.
I voluntarily read an advanced copy.
She was crushed. He said he was sorry. He wouldn’t be at their wedding. Claudia needs protection and uses her ex-fiancé’s name to gain an appointment at Wilde Security. She didn’t expect to see former MMA fighter and her ex, Holden Blackwell who she hasn’t seen since their wedding, that wasn’t, five years ago. Holden is stunned to see Claudia in his office. Her world must really be on fire as that is the only reason that she would contact him. When she tells him of the “accidents” she has had, he realizes that someone is trying to kill her and is determined to protect her. Calling on Wilde resources, he slowly learns of the danger surrounding her. Moving back into her world as her reunited lover, there are people in whom she placed her trust, who may have been working their own agenda. Will Holden find out who before it is too late? Another thrilling romantic suspense by one of the best with a strong heroine who won’t stand idly by as her world is torn apart. I received an advance review copy at no cost and without obligation for an honest review. (paytonpuppy)
How To Heal A Heartbreak (Wilde Ways: Gone Rogue Book 2) by Cynthia Eden has a heart breaking prologue which sets the stage for this romantic suspense story. The mystery of why it was the “wedding that wasn’t” will keep you reading. It takes five years before Holden is ready to win back Claudia. From the beginning you know something big is going on, something big and dangerous.
This second chance romance with a couple that are made to be together has all the emotions suspense, and steam that makes for a wonderful Cynthis Eden book. A tough alpha male, a strong intelligent female and danger that continues to put them in the same place. Of course, together is Holden’s goal, just not the danger involved.
Each book is a stand-alone with a marvelous conclusion so give How To Heal A Heartbreak a read today.
An ARC of the book was provided by the publisher through NetGalley which I voluntarily chose to read and review. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
How to Heal a Heartbreak is the 2nd book in the Wilde Ways: Gone Rogue series which is a spin-off of the Wilde Ways Series by this incredible author. It's amazing to me that she can create different and unique story lines each and every time she releases a new book! Holden and Claudia's journey is absolutely heartbreaking and inspiring and I loved every minute of it. Be prepared to spend some time with this couple because you won't want to stop reading once you start their story. Suspense, family dynamics, mystery, intrigue, steamy chemistry, twists and turns -- it's all here and what we've come to expect from Ms. Eden. It's romantic suspense personified. I'm always sad when I finish reading one of her books, but on the other hand, I'm always excited to find out what she has in store for us next. Can't wait! I'm grateful to have been given the opportunity to read and review an advance copy of this book through NetGalley.
Holden...
From the prologue, I was hooked. Holden doesn't show up for his wedding to Claudia. Claudia can't believe Holden would not show up for their wedding. Instead, he shows up late and still doesn't have an explanation. But still no wedding.
Fast forward five years. Claudia has to ask for Holden's help. She has a stalker and is sure someone is trying to kill her. I was glad that Holden told her why he couldn't marry her pretty quick. He has burned for Claudia in those five years and has not moved on. He's all smoldering, caveman, Claudia is it for him,
But, there are lot's of moving parts and suspects and plots and stalkers and mobsters and bad guys and family drama. Its all connected,.
Totally an intriguing read with the heart being Holden. Claudia is pretty damn awesome, too.
Recommend.
How to Heal a Heartbreak begins with Claudia being left at the altar by the love of her life. Holden a MMA fighter turns up at her place that evening with no real explanation as to why he left her devastated in the church, heartbroken she throws back the engagement ring and tells him never to contact her again.
Fast forward five years and Holden now an working for a security and investigation company has the shock of his life when Claudia arrives at his office needing his help. He has never stopped loving her and is determined to win her back. She has had a number of near miss accidents that were obviously planned to hurt her and is now being blackmailed with intimate photos from when she and Holden were together. Holden decides that he will need to stay with her and guard her at the same time taking steps to ensure they get back together, he still desperately loves her.
There is much action in the story with a good cast of characters, you’re kept guessing as to who is responsible for all the attacks on them both.
With a good conclusion I enjoyed this book very much.
My thanks to net galley and publisher for the opportunity to review this book honestly.
I enjoyed reading Holden and Claudia's story very much. A lot of suspense and steaming romance. I guessed about half of the stuff right. The rest left me baffled. I had to keep reading just to figure out all of my answers.
Never a dull moment with this outstanding author. Suspense , laughter , snarky interaction , and alpha sexy make for a winning combination every time.
He lost her once and Holden Blackwell is not gonna let that happen again.
There was a reason his nickname had been “No Holding Back” Holden when he battled. He gave one hundred and twenty percent. And never, ever stopped.
“Claudia.” Has a stalker and she knows the only person that can keep her safe is Holden.
Absolutely. “Never stopped,” he rasped. “Never will. I will love you until I die.”
Angsty second chance that had me guessing until the explosive reveal.
Harley has to be next in this series cause she sure has me intrigued.
How to Heal a Heartbreak (Wilde Ways: Gone Rogue #2) by Cynthia Eden
All I can say is WOW Cyntia WOW! Talk about edge of your seat good, I loved Holden and Claudia's story. So much angst - Claudia's in danger, he broke her heart, deception, evil, murder, protection, who to trust, love, hate, tears, some laughs, can he keep her safe? Lots of steam and loads of feeling all get us to a very HEA. Kept me guessing until the end.
Reasons I enjoyed this book:
Wonderful characters Steamy Easy-to-read Page-turner Action-packed Romantic Scary Unpredictable Tragic Informative Haunting Great world building Entertaining Witty Tear-jerker Happily Ever After.
How to Heal a Heartbreak is a fantastic romantic suspense that had me guessing right until the end, with lots of red herrings, a completely new slant on the past, plenty of action and of course, heart-breaking and heart-warming scenes between Holden and Claudia. There are a number of interesting side characters who are just begging for their own story to be told, so plenty to look forward to!