Hidden Scars is the story of Emma’s efforts to heal from an
abusive relationship. The book alternates between the past and present,
allowing readers to witness her abuse and gain insight into her emotional state
and her struggles to not only leave her abuser but to also survive, learn to
thrive and find real love. Her love interest, Nix, is everything she needs but
will she allow herself to have him? Can she find a way to let her self be loved
and to love in return? Is her past really a thing of the past or is she haunted
by more than mere memories? I’m not telling.
The author has a very good grasp on how people come to be in
abusive relationships and why it is hard for them to leave. She knows how hard
it for survivors to not only trust others but to trust their own judgement when
it comes to forming new relationships. She also understands exactly how abusers
manipulate not only their victims and the people around them. She portrays
abuse in a very realistic way. Her understanding of these matters turns a good
story into a great story. Her writing allows readers to connect with Emma in a
way that allows their heart to break for her, groan when she stumbles, cheer
her on when she digs deep to find her strength to fight and fear for her when
she is threatened. I look forward to reading more from Meyers as I am sure she
is only going to get better. What is that? Is there steam, you ask? YES, yes
there is! HEA? Read it and find out for yourself.
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