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Once Pure

By: Cecy Robson
Narrated by: Mercedes Moreno
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Summary

RITA AWARD FINALIST

She bears the scars of the past. He blames himself for things he can't control. Their defenses are up, but in Cecy Robson's latest Shattered Past novel - perfect for fans of Monica Murphy and J. Lynn - true love lands a knockout punch.

Sofia Tres Santos remembers a time before her life went sour, before her innocence was ripped away, before she began punishing herself with risky behavior and unworthy men. Now, at 20, she just hopes she's ready to rebuild some of what she lost. One way or another, it always comes back to her childhood friend and longtime crush, Killian O'Brien.

As strong as Killian is, Sofia has always been his one weakness. He knows Sofia has suffered and wants to ensure she's never hurt again - not like before, and definitely not under his watch. When Sofia agrees to work at his mixed martial arts gym, Killian seizes the opportunity to help and protect the sweet girl he's always cared for. And yet, as he trains Sofia to defend herself using his hard-hitting MMA techniques, he's drawn to the vulnerable beauty in ways he never expected. As Sofia grows stronger, she also grows brave enough to open herself up to love. And along the way, she challenges everything Killian believes to be true, showing him that no matter how much he dominates in the ring, the real battle is fought in the heart.

©2015 Cecy Robson, LLC (P)2017 Audible, Inc.

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"The sexual tension between Sofia and Killian is super steamy; the passion builds with every page." (RT Book Reviews)
"Sexy and heartbreaking, Once Pure is an excellent, emotional read." (New York Times best-selling author Monica Murphy)

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WOW!!!

JUST WOW!!! This whole series had me laughing and crying and just going through all kinds of emotions, but so glad for the happy endings in all. Male narrator would have just given the male chatacters that little bit more. Loved it all the same.

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Perfection!!!

Really enjoyed this series. Not read/listened to this author before. Was very happy to have got all 3 audio books included with my membership, which I listened to back to back. All the characters were linked between books but they could be standalone. Happy that they had a proper ending and the stories weren’t rushed at the end like some books are. The stories were interesting, funny in parts sad in others and had some OMG moments with good plot twists. Plenty of heat and steamy scenes too😉 and of course, the HEA ending 🙂 A good all round listen, with something for everyone. Well worth listening to.

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this story did not need to be this long

there were several scenes which were repeated . I feel that this feeling that kept them apart him not walking her home that night just didn't strike me as something anyone would have kept secret for all these years??

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Emmersive. Brilliant narration.

All three stories deals with sensitive issues that takes you on a heart-wrenching, emotional ride. It is difficult for anyone to overcome sexual abuse no matter what age it accurs, wheater you are male or female. Even though you may be encouraged to understand that you it's not your fault and you should not be ashamed.
Many people suffer terribly, trying to recover and live a normal life again.
Despite all the heartbreaking issues of emotional anguish, sadness, self blame, doubt and fears. There is also plenty of love and support from friends and family.
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to explore their feelings and get pass the guilt and shame and choose to find trust and love in each other rather than to remaining a victim.

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Excellent!!!

Loved this book! I was glad to finally get the full story on what happened to Sofia, through her own eyes/memories. She really had a bad time and real trauma in her life, the rape on top of the abuse she endured from her father was the last thing she needed and she broke. It took a long time for her to pull herself together and Killian really helped her to regain her confidence and heal even further.

They were a great match but their journey wasn't a smooth or easy one as they faced the past in order to make a real future. I love how Killian and Teo made up and regained their former tight friendship again as well, to the point that I really feel Teo approved of Killian being with Sofia (well as much as a big brother can approve of his baby sister dating!). I also loved getting updates on Teo & Evie and Lety & Brody too, even a small cameo from the crew from Teo's old bouncing job too!

I will admit to tearing up more then once as their were a few really emotional scenes but I also laughed a lot as Cecy balances the emotional trauma with good doses of humour as well! This book marks the last book for the Tres Santos siblings but I'm happy that it does not mark the end of the series! I can't wait for Once Touched and to find out who will be starring in it! I hope it will be one of Killian's siblings, in particular Finn or Wren! I loved those two in this book and the rest of Killian's siblings too!

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Great story

this series was just amazing. this story grips you from the start and keeps you wanting more

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