Beauty in the Broken by Charmaine Pauls: Review

It’s been a while since I have read a dark story. And I usually don’t publish them on my site but this book is going to be an exception.

I’ve reviewed several books by Ms. Pauls and because of that I am going to share with you her latest release. Not for the faint of heart, but definitely for one that likes dark romance.

Here are my thoughts.

Beauty in the Broken by Charmaine Pauls
Publisher: Independently published (April 29, 2019)
ISBN-13: 978-1095763919

ABOUT:
Six years ago, Harold Dalton framed me for theft and sent me to jail to steal my diamond discovery. He gave his daughter to Jack Clarke in exchange for the excavation rights. Today, I’m walking free, and I’m coming for him with a vengeance. Six years of cruelty make beasts out of men. I’m going to take back what he stole from me, and more. I’m not interested in his properties or shares. I don’t want his small change. I want his biggest asset. Beautiful, mentally unstable, Angelina Dalton-Clarke.

Worth billions, she’s the wealthiest widow in the country, and also the craziest. Her self-harming tendencies had Jack declare her incompetent before he put a gun to his head and blew his brains out. Lina isn’t allowed to touch a cent of her riches. Her father manages her finances. He has all the signing power. As her husband, that chore will fall to me. But if she thinks I only want her for her money, she’s sadly mistaken.

*This book is a stand-alone. No cliffhanger.

Beauty in the Broken by Charmaine Pauls Review

It’s been along time since I’ve read a dark story. I’ve picked up several that claim to be, however, this one truly encompasses the dark romance as I usually envision it.

The story is fraught with triggers and as stated previously definitely not for the faint of heart.

Loaded with scenes of BDSM, punishment, crime, violence, and eventually a happily ever after, this book covers the entire realm of emotions.

It’s hard to say whether a book like this is something you love or identify with, but you simply have the knowledge whether it was written exceptionally well, or if it was just okay.

The way I tell that is by the fact I can’t put the book down and my emotions are all over the place. Both of these occurred while reading this book.

Pauls tackled the writing with exceptional passion, both dark and light, with scenes that leave you gasping and emotionally tied to the story.

This is not a short book. It took me two days to finish it and I have to say I’m glad it ended on a lighter note as I am not sure I could’ve handled any different ending.

This type of story is not something I can read on a regular basis which is why am glad I jump around in the genres. However, if Pauls writes more stories like this, trust me, I’m all in. Not a book you will forget!

Disclaimer: Chris has personally reviewed the product listed above. She has not received any monetary compensation for her review but did receive a free ebook so she could evaluate and use it for this post. Her thoughts & opinions in this review are unbiased & honest and your opinions may differ.