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Cast away her fears Kindle Edition

by Claire Highton-Stevenson (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.2 out of 5 stars 201 ratings

A second chance romance from the author of Blinded by Love, Love's Witness, and The Cam Thomas series.

Everyone has someone who's Kryptonite, right?
When Connie Drake met Jenny McGregor, it felt as though the universe had conspired to bring them together; that fate was somehow stepping in to finally create the perfect partnership Connie had always wanted. Because Jenny ticked every one of Connie’s boxes.
Falling head over heels in love, however, didn’t quite go to plan.
Jenny’s fears for the future, and her past experiences, have left her unable to sustain a long-term relationship, and much to Connie’s distress, Jenny leaves.
Heartbroken, and encouraged by her best pals, Debs and Ashley, Connie decides that she needs to move on. Moping around isn’t helping. What she needs is to get away from it all; take some time out and relax, and the perfect opportunity comes along in the form of a Luxury Shipwrecked holiday adventure. Ten glorious nights basking in the Bahama sunshine, completely alone, is the perfect Jenny antidote.
Or does the Universe have one more trick up its sleeve?
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  1. Print length
    271 pages
  2. Language
    English
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  4. Publication date
    March 25, 2022
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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B09WKQ1YJC
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ self-published
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  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ March 25, 2022
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 545 KB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
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  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 271 pages
  • Page Flip ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.2 out of 5 stars 201 ratings

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Claire Highton-Stevenson

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Claire Highton-Stevenson is a British Indie author. She writes heartwarming, Sapphic romance in contemporary settings. Claire's characters are bold, strong, independent women who love women.

However, she is also known to throw in a mystery or two. Claire likes to move around the tropes at will, and will often bend the rules to create exciting and often unique situations. She's not afraid to tackle darker topics either.

2019 Goldie Winner - The Promise

2019 Rainbow award Winner - The Doll Maker

2020 International Book Award Finalist - Escape and Freedom

2020 International Book award Finalist - The Promise

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Customers find the book's story well-crafted and believable, with one review describing it as an amazing story of vulnerable perseverance. The book receives positive feedback for its readability, with customers describing it as an enjoyable read.

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Customers enjoy the well-crafted story, describing it as an adventure with a believable plot, and one customer highlights its powerful look at love.

"...Claire has tackled difficult issues with delightfully sweet moments. I think its challenging romance made me love these characters so much more." Read more

"...What happens is a story of survival. The story was an adventure and had sweet moments...." Read more

"This is a well crafted story, interesting location, realistic description of. People and place. The plot was believable and interesting...." Read more

"What an honest and relatable story. Trauma and triggers are a part of our lives. It’s just human nature, like breathing...." Read more

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Customers find the book enjoyable to read, with one mentioning it has sweet moments.

"...The story was an adventure and had sweet moments. I did find that this was not the usual story that comes from Claire. I liked it but did not love it." Read more

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  • Ps58
    5.0 out of 5 stars Overcoming inner turmoil and struggle sometimes takes being shipwrecked to have no place to run.
    Reviewed in the United States on March 29, 2022
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    Connie is just so distraught over her relationship with Jenny she can't seem to let go. Jenny has such a overwhelming feeling of complexity where relationships are concerned. She just could not trust how good things were, so she ran before people left her. Connie decided she would get away and work on letting go of Jenny. A trip to the Bahamas where she would spend 10 days alone "shipwrecked" on an island was her answer. Well Jenny was there and let's just say nothing goes as it was supposed to be.
    I have not seen two people who work harder to be there for each other. Jenny has had some sort of trauma she can't seem to work through but Connie loves her. The way they use this experience to share time and work things thru was powerful. Connie kept moving toward Jenny even though she felt like Krytonite to her. Jenny was so hard to understand and that Connie could said more about love and understanding. I was waffling back and forth on this couple. The experiences they had and the time alone still was not "fixing" things. It is a reminder our mental insecurities take time to heal and sometimes tools to navigate life are the best we can do. What an amazing story of vulnerable perseverance to hold on to the love that can cast fears away. This is such a thoughtful, powerful look at love in a very different feel. Claire has tackled difficult issues with delightfully sweet moments. I think its challenging romance made me love these characters so much more.
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  • Gina
    4.0 out of 5 stars A Different Kind Of Paradise!
    Reviewed in the United States on April 30, 2022
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    Trying to get away from a broken relationship, Connie spent a whole lot of money to go on a shipwrecked adventure for ten days. But as she was in the hotel before boarding, the person she was trying to forget was directly in front of her with her latest boyfriend. Connie was trying hard to find some dignity as Jenny was approaching her. After a couple of run ins, they would be parting ways after a boat ride to the islands. But something was happening to the boat, and after an explosion both Connie and Jenny jumped off. What happens is a story of survival.
    The story was an adventure and had sweet moments. I did find that this was not the usual story that comes from Claire. I liked it but did not love it.
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  • Suzi Vilkman
    4.0 out of 5 stars Interesting
    Reviewed in the United States on August 25, 2022
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    That was an interesting reading experience. The whole structure was different from the usual romance novel.

    Intriguing and maybe missing one more level, but an enjoyable read.
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  • Robin Kenna
    5.0 out of 5 stars I enjoyed this book, my first read of Ms Highton-Stevenson’s work.
    Reviewed in the United States on November 13, 2022
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    This is a well crafted story, interesting location, realistic description of. People and place. The plot was believable and interesting. The psychological issues were dealt with properly and convincingly, I appreciated that the characters were given a good deal of anxiety that matched their circumstances. It did not feel contrived so kudos to the author. This book may not be one for readers looking for an easy love story.
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  • Kindle Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars true
    Reviewed in the United States on July 31, 2022
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    What an honest and relatable story. Trauma and triggers are a part of our lives. It’s just human nature, like breathing. This book depicts sensitivity and care, I loved every moment of how both women grow and care with each passing moment. It’s a storyline that is honest and true. Thank you for writing this.
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  • Mcgolesl
    5.0 out of 5 stars good book
    Reviewed in the United States on August 27, 2022
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    This was a good story. A story about two people miss to be together but could not quite figure out a way to be together. Once they became shipwrecked they were forced to figure it out. A cute story that was well written.
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  • Joann
    5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome book
    Reviewed in the United States on December 5, 2024
    I enjoyed the book of Connie and Jenny. It is so true how other outside things can affect a great relationship. I am catching up on all you books i have and catching up.
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  • Dor
    4.0 out of 5 stars Cast away her fears
    Reviewed in the United States on April 4, 2022
    A very different but entertaining love story. A romance which is on the rocks between Connie and Jenny turns out to be a shipwreck. Each of the characters have their own mental struggles when it comes to romance and the emotions that go with it. Can Jenny stop running and can Connie solve her insecurities? A luxury shipwreck vacation turns into an unexpected reunion of the two protagonists and a real-life shipwreck. Highton-Stevenson always presents a story with a twist in the telling and this is no exception.
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  • Julie n
    5.0 out of 5 stars Paradise regained!
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 29, 2022
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    I read this book in one sitting - something I haven’t managed for years. I learnt a huge amount about myself and about managing relationships from what, on the surface, seems to be a romp in a beautiful location. The author is wise, calm and unendingly sparkling throughout. I loved it!
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  • Div
    2.0 out of 5 stars writer others books were master piece
    Reviewed in India on August 31, 2022
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    I was expecting some deep story, a solid reason for a main lead to behave that way. Nothing conclusive came out and it was boring at times.
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  • Sarah Campbell
    4.0 out of 5 stars scary and true!
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 14, 2022
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    I really enjoyed this book. Made me think a lot of my ex and the flip and flop feelings. Maybe that’s what it was?
    These second chance romances leave me hoping!
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  • evenwolvesdream
    3.0 out of 5 stars Just sit right back and you'll hear a tale
    Reviewed in Germany on April 3, 2022
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    Don’t be expecting radios build out of coconuts but you will be treated to a story with sandy beaches, a gilligan’s boat trip and ladies who get to enjoy it all. If they want to or not.
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  • C. A. Smith
    5.0 out of 5 stars Not quite a beach holiday!
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 7, 2022
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    Claire`s done it again, writing yet another unputdownable masterpiece. It has it`s fair share of laughs, but there was a lot of self reflection within the main characters too. A very deep, very moving read which will make you think about much more than the story itself
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