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Broken & Brave
“Falling in love is easy, having sex is even easier. But bumping into someone that sparks your soul? That shit is rare.”
That’s what Jaxon Montgomery’s sister would always say. He thought she was quite crazy for saying it....until, he met her.
When Jaxon is asked a favor, he never imagined his life would change from accepting the simple task. How could someone turn your world upside down in a matter of seconds?
Lanie Morris feared for her life. She thought for sure that one day, her estranged husband would somehow take things too far and end her life. When she finally got the courage to leave him, the last thing on her mind was falling for someone else.
She was scared, untrusting & sad.....until she met him.
Things were looking up until her greatest fear almost became a reality. Almost.
That’s what Jaxon Montgomery’s sister would always say. He thought she was quite crazy for saying it....until, he met her.
When Jaxon is asked a favor, he never imagined his life would change from accepting the simple task. How could someone turn your world upside down in a matter of seconds?
Lanie Morris feared for her life. She thought for sure that one day, her estranged husband would somehow take things too far and end her life. When she finally got the courage to leave him, the last thing on her mind was falling for someone else.
She was scared, untrusting & sad.....until she met him.
Things were looking up until her greatest fear almost became a reality. Almost.
179 pages, Kindle Edition
Published July 17, 2017
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About the author
Savana Jade
12 books61 followersSavana Jade is a Wife of 22 years, a mother of three handsome young men, a daughter and sister of two.
She is originated from Southern California but has spent the last 8 years in Wisconsin enjoying the four seasons it offers.
She has always had a passion for writing. Only recently, she plucked the courage to write and publish her first book Live Today ion January 1, 2015. Since then, she has published two more books.
No Regrets (Book 2 of Live Today Series)~ June 2015
and
Focused & Driven~ November 2015
She is currently working on the third edition of the LT series and second series of Focused & Driven which will also be a stand alone.
When she is not writing, she is a surgical technician. She spends most of her time with her husband and children as much as she can. She enjoys many sports such as, Soccer, Baseball & Football. Her hobbies besides writing is knitting, cross stitching & Photography.
She is originated from Southern California but has spent the last 8 years in Wisconsin enjoying the four seasons it offers.
She has always had a passion for writing. Only recently, she plucked the courage to write and publish her first book Live Today ion January 1, 2015. Since then, she has published two more books.
No Regrets (Book 2 of Live Today Series)~ June 2015
and
Focused & Driven~ November 2015
She is currently working on the third edition of the LT series and second series of Focused & Driven which will also be a stand alone.
When she is not writing, she is a surgical technician. She spends most of her time with her husband and children as much as she can. She enjoys many sports such as, Soccer, Baseball & Football. Her hobbies besides writing is knitting, cross stitching & Photography.
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September 1, 2017
Lanie is stuck in an abusive marriage and finally has enough. Lanie is starting over and moves to a new town hoping for a fresh start. Her new landlord is resident bad boy, Jaxon. Upon them meeting they have this instant attraction. This part of the story didn't work well for me. I felt that Lanie rushed too soon when it came to Jaxon especially since she still had her abusive ex husband to worry about and all that drama.
I think I would have enjoyed the story more if we would have a slower burn between the two characters. It was hard for me to feel their connection while reading. I'm all about the feels and they just weren't there for me. This story dealt with some heavy subject matters and could be intense at times. I'm happy that Lanie was able to find some courage to deal with her abusive soon to be ex husband. This was my first time reading anything by this author and it was a decent read. The story flowed well and kept me interested.
I think I would have enjoyed the story more if we would have a slower burn between the two characters. It was hard for me to feel their connection while reading. I'm all about the feels and they just weren't there for me. This story dealt with some heavy subject matters and could be intense at times. I'm happy that Lanie was able to find some courage to deal with her abusive soon to be ex husband. This was my first time reading anything by this author and it was a decent read. The story flowed well and kept me interested.
July 14, 2017
First off, holy crap was this book amazing. I felt like I was setting on the edge of my seat throughout the whole book. The storyline, the characters, just everything about this story was well put together. I feel like it gives hope to abused women that not all men are jerks. There is someone for everyone. When you least expect it, they will show up.
This wasn't my first book from Savana. I love her all her work. Keep up the good work! Please say there is more!
This wasn't my first book from Savana. I love her all her work. Keep up the good work! Please say there is more!
September 23, 2017
Enjoyed
My first book by savanna & I enjoyed it. It was a great story about overcoming past abuse & finding that one person to connect. I loved how jax was the big bad tough alpha but around Lanie he was a softie. Loved writing & all the characters.
My first book by savanna & I enjoyed it. It was a great story about overcoming past abuse & finding that one person to connect. I loved how jax was the big bad tough alpha but around Lanie he was a softie. Loved writing & all the characters.
December 1, 2017
This was my first opportunity to read the works of Author Savana Jade. The storyline was believable and had an easy flow to it. I liked the two main characters, Lanie and Jaxon as well as few other supporting characters. Author Jade brought light to a subject that is often looked away from; domestic violence/abuse. This book gives good advice; be vigilant, stay strong and seek help. As much as some may want to shy away from reading Broken & Brave, because of the awareness, there is also so much good to the story as well; you are loved!
January 19, 2018
This was the firsr book of Savana I've read and I can say that i truly enjoyed it. Story was easy to read and believable. The story shows the true and sad reality - big number of women are being abused in their marriages/relationships. The story teaches to be strong, love and believe in yourself and never ever give up. Definitely recommend this book.
July 17, 2017
This story has so many feels!! It starts off with Jax doing a favor for a friend. That favor turns into something much more meaningful within seconds. Jack falls hard for the woman he's keeping hidden. He can't stop thinking about her.
While the two of them grow closer and closer the sexual tension and chemistry becomes so intense you just want to jump through the pages and make them hook up. Lanie has many skeletons in her closet though and isn't ready for that step.
Things take a turn on more than one occasion and things get really scary and intense. I was biting my nails wondering what was going to happen next. The poor girl deserved for her nightmares to end but it seemed there was no end in sight.
Then it happened!!! They FINALLY had their magical moment. It lasted one whole moment before Lanie was back in the land of nightmares. It was one heck of a nightmare too!
I really enjoyed this story a lot. You definitely felt like you were there experiencing what the characters were going through. Who doesn't love a story about a big, tough guy who looks like a bad boy but loves his family with all his heart and turns into a big softy when he meets the woman of his dreams?!
While the two of them grow closer and closer the sexual tension and chemistry becomes so intense you just want to jump through the pages and make them hook up. Lanie has many skeletons in her closet though and isn't ready for that step.
Things take a turn on more than one occasion and things get really scary and intense. I was biting my nails wondering what was going to happen next. The poor girl deserved for her nightmares to end but it seemed there was no end in sight.
Then it happened!!! They FINALLY had their magical moment. It lasted one whole moment before Lanie was back in the land of nightmares. It was one heck of a nightmare too!
I really enjoyed this story a lot. You definitely felt like you were there experiencing what the characters were going through. Who doesn't love a story about a big, tough guy who looks like a bad boy but loves his family with all his heart and turns into a big softy when he meets the woman of his dreams?!
July 15, 2017
I must say that this is probably my favorite of Savana Jade's. I zoomed through the first few chapters & didn't want to stop reading. When a book can draw me in during the first chapter, I'm going to recommend the crap out of it. So so good!
Jaxon Montgomery was enjoying life working in his garage and never ever thought there was a soulmate out there for him. So he just went on with his day to day schedule. When he was asked to keep an eye on Lanie Morris, since her life was in danger, he thought she'd be a bother. Boy was he wrong. She was a BROKEN girl who needed someone like Jaxon in her life. He was the BRAVE one who was willing to take all of her troubles away.
This book had so many things you'd want to read about...action, adventure, suspense, love and I won't forget to mention the hotness and chemistry. I loved these two characters!! They meshed so well. My eyes even welled up to the point I couldn't see the words I was reading. That's always awesome!
So if you're looking for a book that has a little bit of everything going on, check out Broken & Brave. Such an awesome, beautiful but heartbreaking story. So go pre-order that bugger before it releases on the 17th!
Jaxon Montgomery was enjoying life working in his garage and never ever thought there was a soulmate out there for him. So he just went on with his day to day schedule. When he was asked to keep an eye on Lanie Morris, since her life was in danger, he thought she'd be a bother. Boy was he wrong. She was a BROKEN girl who needed someone like Jaxon in her life. He was the BRAVE one who was willing to take all of her troubles away.
This book had so many things you'd want to read about...action, adventure, suspense, love and I won't forget to mention the hotness and chemistry. I loved these two characters!! They meshed so well. My eyes even welled up to the point I couldn't see the words I was reading. That's always awesome!
So if you're looking for a book that has a little bit of everything going on, check out Broken & Brave. Such an awesome, beautiful but heartbreaking story. So go pre-order that bugger before it releases on the 17th!
November 22, 2017
This is a really sweet story of a woman, Lanie, who was in a very abusive marriage. She finds the strength to leave her husband, but has to go into hiding since he isn’t too willing to let her go. She ends up being sent to live by Jaxon. He was the best thing for her. He fell in love at first sight. He didn’t care what baggage she came with, he knew it was big but he was unaware of the extent. Lanie thought that when she told him that he would leave her. There was a lot of foreplay with these two. There was also some familial issues (mostly with Jaxon’s family) thrown in that were really interesting to find out.
The only issue that I really had with this book was the repeat of things said between Lanie and Jaxon. I get that a woman with her history would need to hear these things multiple times before she will believe it, I also understand that a battered woman will go back and forth between wanting to love again and being afraid to. While I do understand these things, I feel like it was done a little too much. Other than that I really did enjoy this book.
The only issue that I really had with this book was the repeat of things said between Lanie and Jaxon. I get that a woman with her history would need to hear these things multiple times before she will believe it, I also understand that a battered woman will go back and forth between wanting to love again and being afraid to. While I do understand these things, I feel like it was done a little too much. Other than that I really did enjoy this book.
July 22, 2017
Beautifully tragic love story.....
This is my third book to read by this amazing author and loved it. Each story I have read by Savanna seems to get tragically worse on circumstances and storyline. And I abso-freaking-lutely love it. I love a good angsty book and this writer does it in spades!!! Keep them coming please.
I really loved this couple, Jax and Lanie was like kismet. They were made for each other. Warning though this book could cause triggers for some it does has extreme domestic violence!! This storyline was fast paced and wonderfully written. I love how Lanie finally stood up for herself even the cost it took she did it!! This book was not about the sex in this one and that is fine to this avid reader because the story was so much more than that for sure.
This author has earned the status of one-click wonder from this girl...can anyone say fangirling?? I sure can....so thank you for your awesome story.
Thanks Jamie Nibarger Ellis
This is my third book to read by this amazing author and loved it. Each story I have read by Savanna seems to get tragically worse on circumstances and storyline. And I abso-freaking-lutely love it. I love a good angsty book and this writer does it in spades!!! Keep them coming please.
I really loved this couple, Jax and Lanie was like kismet. They were made for each other. Warning though this book could cause triggers for some it does has extreme domestic violence!! This storyline was fast paced and wonderfully written. I love how Lanie finally stood up for herself even the cost it took she did it!! This book was not about the sex in this one and that is fine to this avid reader because the story was so much more than that for sure.
This author has earned the status of one-click wonder from this girl...can anyone say fangirling?? I sure can....so thank you for your awesome story.
Thanks Jamie Nibarger Ellis
October 3, 2020
A great story
I loved this story and it did leave you in suspense at times however a few things just didn't quite ad up or make sense.
I few things at the beginning of the story were than discredited and changed half way through... i can think of 4 major ones that really detracted from the story straight up.
also a bit confusing from being attached in hospital going home and being totally lovey dovey, while her husband got away?
Then she just takes off... I feel like that would of, well should of happened before that?1
Also a very tense scene had some added information in it that I feel the author threw in there to better describe the scene and it was needed. however she should of then went back and added that information in the beginning of the book.
Overall a great story and has a lot of promise but feel like quite a few things/errors really need to be fixed hence such a low rating... sorry
I loved this story and it did leave you in suspense at times however a few things just didn't quite ad up or make sense.
I few things at the beginning of the story were than discredited and changed half way through... i can think of 4 major ones that really detracted from the story straight up.
also a bit confusing from being attached in hospital going home and being totally lovey dovey, while her husband got away?
Then she just takes off... I feel like that would of, well should of happened before that?1
Also a very tense scene had some added information in it that I feel the author threw in there to better describe the scene and it was needed. however she should of then went back and added that information in the beginning of the book.
Overall a great story and has a lot of promise but feel like quite a few things/errors really need to be fixed hence such a low rating... sorry
July 17, 2017
What can I say about Savana Jade and her books? Amazing, emotional, hot! I have read every book that Savana has wrote and this is hands down my favorite.
This book has an alpha male that will make you swoon for him and a heroine that is so strong that you wonder if the things that happened to her happened to you if you would be able to be just as strong.
I did not want to put this book down. I wanted to know what was going to happen next. The laughs, the tears, the times that I wanted to throw my kindle across the room. All of the emotions just makes you want to keep going. An amazing story! I can't wait to see what Savana has up her sleeve for the next one. Keep them coming because I want to keep reading them!
Thanks for allowing me to read the story of Jaxon and Lanie.
This book has an alpha male that will make you swoon for him and a heroine that is so strong that you wonder if the things that happened to her happened to you if you would be able to be just as strong.
I did not want to put this book down. I wanted to know what was going to happen next. The laughs, the tears, the times that I wanted to throw my kindle across the room. All of the emotions just makes you want to keep going. An amazing story! I can't wait to see what Savana has up her sleeve for the next one. Keep them coming because I want to keep reading them!
Thanks for allowing me to read the story of Jaxon and Lanie.
July 20, 2017
I knew this book would be an emotion roller coaster but this was way more than I ever expected. I could not put it down and honestly felt that I has literally lived through everything with characters. This story and book are truly one of best I have ever read. From the storyline to the characters I would give this so many more stars. From the first page I was held captive and when it ended I still wanted to be captured by them. I finished this book last night and I still can't get it out of my head. When I finished, I literally sat there speechless and honestly didn't know what to do with myself.
December 4, 2017
I really liked this book! It was suspenseful at times, but it held true to a get to know you and fall in love story. It was a very good balance. :) Lanie is on the run from her estranged-hopefully soon to be ex husband. Jaxson has made a life for himself as a business owner/mechanic. They are thrown together when she needs to get away, and he steps up to help a friend. He didn't know he would fall in love the first moment he met her. They take a journey together to find happiness neither of them knew they were missing. This was a feel good book but was so addictive when it came to her crazy ex husband. I couldn't put the book down! I read it in less than a day! I didn't want it to stop! Great writing. Great story. Great read.
August 6, 2020
Jul 10, 2017 Gail rated it it was amazing
I got the honor of reading this book as a Beta.. Let me tell you this right now. This is hands down my FAVORATE book from Savana Jade.. Don't get me wrong I love ALL of her books but this one.. WOW! Savana takes you on this emotional roller coaster of a ride with Jax and Lanie.. This book has it all. Twist and Turns, Heartbreak, Love.. Come with tissues because you will need them. I read this while on my lunch breaks and yea.. my eyes were all read and blotchy when I was done. But to be honest I wouldn't want it any other way.
Thank you so very much for allowing me to take this journey, and watch as Jax and Lanie find that one thing that saved them both.
I absolutely love this author and I can not wait to meet her in September and get my very own copy of this baby!!
July 15, 2017
Let's start by saying how much I love Savana Jade. I've read every book that she's released and this might be my favorite, so far.
There is so much to say, yet I'm at a huge loss for words.
This story, this story made me feel. I felt nothing and everything all at once. She pulls you in with the character development and makes you fall in love with their personalities. The story made me laugh, cry, be mad and fall in love. The twists, turns, happiness and sadness will pull at your heart strings and you CAN NOT STOP READING. You'll want to know what's next. Trust me.
If you're looking for a book that will pull you in and make you feel, you HAVE to read Broken & Brave.
There is so much to say, yet I'm at a huge loss for words.
This story, this story made me feel. I felt nothing and everything all at once. She pulls you in with the character development and makes you fall in love with their personalities. The story made me laugh, cry, be mad and fall in love. The twists, turns, happiness and sadness will pull at your heart strings and you CAN NOT STOP READING. You'll want to know what's next. Trust me.
If you're looking for a book that will pull you in and make you feel, you HAVE to read Broken & Brave.
December 25, 2017
I am voluntarily reviewing this arc of this book. This book is about a lady who has been abused by her ex husband to be. She gets help to get to safety but in the meantime he goes after her sister. She is placed with a man who is a godsend. He tries to protect her and he does his best even when her ex goes after his family. There is a few surprises along the way.
Will she have the power to overcome the history of the abuse or will she be strong n take back her Life.
Will she have the power to overcome the history of the abuse or will she be strong n take back her Life.
July 12, 2017
I don't even know where to begin....well thats not entirely true. I have had the pleasure of watching Savana's writing grow and develop with every single book she writes and this just might be her best yet.
Broken and Brave will leave you feeling raw and so completely emotional. At one point in the book, I was so incredibly nervous to keep reading, I had to stop reading and take a couple deep breathes. I was so drawn into the world of Lanie and Jaxon.
When Jax's friend Brad calls him for a huge favor, Jax has no idea how much his life is going to change when he agrees to help. Lanie's life is one of absolute terror that no one should have to live with. Will she be able to get away and live a life we all deserve or will her nightmare follow her forever?
Broken and Brave will leave you feeling raw and so completely emotional. At one point in the book, I was so incredibly nervous to keep reading, I had to stop reading and take a couple deep breathes. I was so drawn into the world of Lanie and Jaxon.
When Jax's friend Brad calls him for a huge favor, Jax has no idea how much his life is going to change when he agrees to help. Lanie's life is one of absolute terror that no one should have to live with. Will she be able to get away and live a life we all deserve or will her nightmare follow her forever?
August 16, 2017
When love hits it hits fast and hard. When Jax does a favor for a friend, he never thought he was going to meet his soul mate. Helping Lanie hide and fight her fears they end up falling in love. THIS is a great and emotiona l read. Shows strength and determination a person can have. Love this read as I do all of Savana's books.
November 20, 2017
This emotional story is about an incredible women named lanie who is in a Abusive relationship but when her husband hits her way too many times and she’s trying to file for divorce she has to go in hiding and that is where she meets jax he saves her life n more ways than one! Loved reading this and can’t wait to read more
February 13, 2018
Labor is just trying to get away from Frank forever but he can’t or more likely won’t let her go. Frank takes his wedding vows very seriously and the fact that Lanie is trying to get away from him doesn’t make him happy. Brad takes Lanie away to be safe. Brad takes her to one person he can trust, that’s Jax. Jax falls for Lanie almost instantaneously and it’s the same for Lanie and Jax. Jax is a big teddy bear that has to remember that Lanie is different. He takes his time getting to know her and learning about her to understand what is going on with her. She’s opens up to Jax and is very comfortable with him but the thing is that the closer she comes to Jax the more in danger he and his loved ones are going to be. It’s a wonderful fast pace story that you can’t stop reading.
November 20, 2017
This is my first book by Savana Jade. It had so much suspense I loved it. Lanie is running from an abusive husband. She's put in the hands of Jax, not knowing her past. They both feel something from their first meet. This is a great happily ever after. This book takes you in so many turns it keeps you on the edge of your seat.
December 28, 2017
Enjoyed this book. I wasn't a big fan of books that talk about abuse and women and men that go through it but I was to say I really enjoyed the way this author took us through the tough story and the way it worked out in the end. Very well done.
July 16, 2017
Fantastic ending! I loved Jax character. His passion, caring way helped Lanie find the strength she needed to let go of the fear.
November 14, 2017
This is a feel good happily ever after love story that starts out like all true fairytales-with a villain. Great romance read!
March 7, 2018
Good read, enjoyed it!
July 26, 2017
I loved it!!
These are my favorites where the male tough guy isn't afraid to so his emotional side. I didn't want it to end.
These are my favorites where the male tough guy isn't afraid to so his emotional side. I didn't want it to end.
October 5, 2021
Great book, needs editing
The story of this book is a good one. I would recommend that the book be edited as there are many typos in the book. I was able to look over them and still enjoy the story but that is why my rating is only 3 stars. I would easily give 4 or 5 if the editing was better.
The story of this book is a good one. I would recommend that the book be edited as there are many typos in the book. I was able to look over them and still enjoy the story but that is why my rating is only 3 stars. I would easily give 4 or 5 if the editing was better.
January 13, 2018
Jaxson helps out a friend and gives Lanie a place to stay. Lanie is escaping an abusive soon to be ex husband. Jax does everything he can to show Lanie how much he loves her and how she is safe with him.
Loved this book. This story was gut wrenching and soul searching. The author really delved deep into the psyche of a victim of domestic abuse survivor and wrote it so well. I could not put this book down.
Loved this book. This story was gut wrenching and soul searching. The author really delved deep into the psyche of a victim of domestic abuse survivor and wrote it so well. I could not put this book down.
February 4, 2018
I am new to author Savana Jade but after reading Broken & Brave, I will be looking to read her again in the near future. At it's core, Broken and Brave is a love story about overcoming past abuse. Savana Jade uses her platform as an author to shed light on Domestic Abuse and Violence; although in this case the story is fiction, all to often they are not. The main characters Lanie and Jaxon are very realistic. However, I think as a result of her past, she would be more skittish with men and not as quick to jump into another relationship...physical or otherwise. Broken and Brave is easy to follow and with enough suspense to kept me on the edge of my seat at different times throughout the book.
I enjoyed far more about this book then I didn't...my biggest reason for giving it a 4 star and not a 5 star review is that this book is approximately 170 pages and that just seems awfully short for the price point. I am a person who doesn't like to judge a book based on the price, but I am also realistic and feel like this is a little overpriced.
I enjoyed far more about this book then I didn't...my biggest reason for giving it a 4 star and not a 5 star review is that this book is approximately 170 pages and that just seems awfully short for the price point. I am a person who doesn't like to judge a book based on the price, but I am also realistic and feel like this is a little overpriced.
November 28, 2017
This is a new Author for me and I'm glad I got the opportunity to read her work. This was my kind of story, I enjoy the unexpected, the twists and turns and this book had a few - I could not put it down, I had to see what would happen next. Lanie is a character that your heart goes out to, you want to help her, hug her, protect her. Jaxon is a big sweetie, you just want to hug him like the big teddy bear he is. The two of them together, along with his family just leave you feeling warm and fuzzy, even after all the angst!
This one is worth the read :)
This one is worth the read :)
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