Flickering Heart

Sara Browne Series, Book 1

By: Tricia T. LaRochelle

Narrated by: Anne Tolpegin

Length: 9 hrs and 48 mins

Publisher's summary

Readers' Favorite 2023 GOLD MEDAL WINNER for Fiction—New Adult.

FIRST PLACE WINNER for Romance in the 2022 Incipere Awards.

2023 FINALIST in the Holt Medallion contest for BEST FIRST BOOK.

Meet Sara Browne, a resilient young woman haunted by a past that orphaned her. As she embarks on her college journey in Charlottesville, Virginia, she hopes to leave behind the shadows of PTSD and embrace a fresh start. In the midst of her journey, Sara unexpectedly finds herself captivated by Scott Williams, a tall, enigmatic man whose charisma is as irresistible as his deep blue eyes.

But not all is serene. Scott's tumultuous past, rife with jilted ex-lovers, begins to cast doubt on their budding relationship. And then, there's Rick Sweet—the charismatic son of a senator, who brings with him dire warnings about Scott and his intentions.

Despite her initial hesitation—and the warnings—Sara finds herself irresistibly drawn to Scott, their bond deepening with each shared moment. As the two grow closer, a sinister force threatens Sara and the life she so desperately seeks to reclaim.

"Flickering Heart" is a testament to every survivor's journey—a poignant reminder of the battles fought, the scars borne, and the relentless spirit that drives us forward. Listeners will find solace in Sara and Scott's tale, recognizing the innate power we all possess to overcome life's harshest trials.

©2022, 2023 Patricia LaRochelle (P)2024 Patricia LaRochelle

Well-written suspense/romance

Young adults entering college, still discovering their personalities and interactions with one another and young love. Sarah Browne was orphaned as a young girl and cared for by her mom’s best friend, shy, suffers from PTSD, and prefers to fade into the background. Her roommate Amy is a free spirit who quickly takes Sarah under her wing to protect her from the cocky style of the young adult attitude’s surrounding them at every turn of those who feel they are entitled because they come from wealthy parents.

Scott is Sarah’s first encounter in life with unexpected kindness from a man. He doesn’t appreciate the entitled nature of the elite class he is associated with and becomes a buffer from the abrasive nature of these entitled individuals toward Sarah’s innocence.

There has been danger on campus for a few years where a few girls have disappeared. Scott is wary at every turn, as he falls hard for Sarah and longs to protect her. College life is difficult with Frats, spoiled young adults, innocent young adults all mingling together with the ups and downs of young love and stress of being the best, and keeping grades up.

This book has twists and turns, a very relatable storyline, and suspense to keep you engaged. This book kept me very engaged until the very end. I like Tricia’s writing style and look forward to other books by her.

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