Book Review for Raine's Haven by Shari J. Ryan

Raine's Haven by Shari J. Ryan
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This review is for “Raine’s Haven,” by Shari J. Ryan

I still cannot find a single reason to NOT continue reading ANYTHING this amazing author puts out. When I finally got around to having time to read this novel, I easily fell in love with these two damaged characters, with troubled pasts. Without spoilers, here’s my take on this 5-star story…

Plot: It is a given, that a LOVE STORY, no matter how painful the meat of the story is, will undoubtedly end up with the two mains being together, right? Well, there was definitely some crazy twists I didn’t see coming, that made my hopes of an HEA, shatter-completely. In other words, solid & believable plot.

Characters: The two characters, Raine & Haven, are about as messed up as they come. Between external influences from childhood, on, and the internal aftermath they both individually face… as well as together. I couldn’t help feeling their connection, wanting them to “heal” each other, knowing deep down that’s what would happen… then—BLINDSIGHTED, what the…? Aaah!!! What just happened?!?!

In fact, I (almost) gave up on them because (it), at one point, felt so helpless.

The Writing: Here’s where Shari’s amazing skills come in and made me happy to have continued to the end… Shari used the dual POV of both Raine & Haven, in beautiful cadence… And, having read quite a few of her books already, I knew I could trust her to not break my heart—completely.

In Case You Wanted to Know: There are a couple of not-so-graphic sex scenes, there is some language, but nothing in the story is over-the-top crude and unnecessary. Just as in life, this book is filled with bright and colorful words and vibrant characters.

Overall: Shari showed her darker side in this novel, meaning she was able to portray Raine & Haven in an honest & authentic light, that made them believable and even likable… even if at first in a reader’s maternal “oh, you poor baby,” kind of way. Mrs. Ryan truly has mastered the art of making her audience empathize with her characters. Excellent job, Shari! Sorry I took so long to finally read it, and even longer still, to get the review posted… since I DID read this months ago, and wrote, but never typed up this exact review, in FEBRUARY!!!


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International Bestselling Author, Shari J. Ryan, hails from Central Massachusetts where she lives with her husband and two lively little boys. Shari has always had an active imagination and enjoys losing herself in the fictional worlds she creates.


When Shari isn't writing or designing book covers, she can usually be found cleaning toys up off the floor.

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