Wrecked Beginnings

A Wrecked Series Box Set: Books 1-3

By: Catherine Cowles

Narrated by: Joe Arden, Andi Arndt, Maxine Mitchell, Ava Erickson

Length: 27 hrs and 20 mins

Publisher's summary

Author Catherine Cowles brings you an addictive small-town romance series full of protective heroes and suspenseful twists and turns. Wrecked Beginnings contains the first three stand-alone novels in the Wrecked series.

Reckless Memories

I loved him before I knew what the word meant. From skinned knees to first dates and everything in between. But he was never mine to love. I settled for friendship, even though I always wanted more.

That was before. Before he ripped my world apart and didn’t bother sticking around to help me pick up the pieces. I knit every last shred back together all on my own. And I’ve all but forgotten his name.

Now, he’s back, and everything is torn apart once more. But he’s not the only one doing the tearing this time. And there might be no stopping the person who has it out for us both.

Perfect Wreckage

My past taught me to play it safe. To stay far away from handsome men who promised it all. My life was good without them. Stable, secure, predictable.

But one kiss showed me that I’d been playing it safe for far too long. One night and all I wanted was more of his wildfire. One challenge and my carefully constructed walls tumbled down.

Amidst the rubble, I realized there was more to this man than I ever dreamed. When everything fell apart, he showed me what it meant to stay. How to truly live.

But some demons don’t stay buried. The past can come knocking when you least expect. And the life he’s showing me might be shorter than either of us expected....

Wrecked Palace

One night was all it took for everything to change. From college student to guardian in a single breath. My siblings became my world.

No time for date nights or romantic dreams. I traded quiet weekends for sleepless nights. Giving my all to make sure they were cared for.

But Griffin had a brokenness that called to me - one that mirrored my own. Gruff and just a little bit reckless. He was the last thing I needed. But everything I wanted.

Only someone isn’t happy about this new life I’m building. Deciding to set fire to everything I hold close. And when the smoke clears, there might be only ashes left behind....

©2020, 2021 Catherine Cowles (P)2021 Catherine Cowles

Great

Such a great book! Highly recommend this series! I’ve loved every book from the first one!

Great box set of 1-3

I really enjoyed these stories and the characters. Each one made me want to hear the stories of the others on the island

Loved

All the stories and the narration were great. I’m now a big Catherine Cowles fan!

Amazing series!

There are books out there that pull you in so deep that you feel like the characters have been life-long friends, and this series does just that. I loved every minute of every book I have read by Catherine Cowles. I am now an avid fan! I am going to miss these girls! Great book, great series, and great narrators!

Emotional, romantic and amazing box set!

Reckless Memories

Give me all the small town romances, especially if Catherine Cowles is writing them. “Reckless Memories” is an emotional, action packed and healing romance that was a great start to the new series.

Ford and Bell’s past when they were younger was connected by growing up together and when Ford started dating Bell’s sister. And then tragedy tore them apart where an accident injured Bell and killed her sister. Fast forward years later, Bell is still in their small town, healed but missing her sister. And when Ford’s family business needs help, he comes back home to feelings from back then and new feelings start to surface.

I loved the look back on how Ford and Bell were friends when they were younger and what led them to how their lives were lived now. The two have an easy and complicated past at the same time. Ford might have dated Bell’s sister but that was during high school and people change and grow so much so it wasn’t weird for them to have feelings for each other. They address that and when things come to light, it all makes sense. I loved Bell, she was independent, caring and had the best friends a girl could ask for. Ford is a good guy who was battling guilt from what happened all those years ago. I loved these two together and they worked through things like adults and old friends should. The added suspense of someone coming after both of them had me listening to figure out who it was.

Andi Arndt was amazing as Bell. Her performance was emotional and caring just like Bell. I always love listening to her bring a character to life.

Perfect Wreckage

I loved Kenna and the little bit of Crosby from the first book and I’m glad we got their story next. “Perfect Wreckage” is a steamy, emotional and action packed friends to lovers romance that pulled on my heartstrings.

Kenna was abandoned by her mother at a young age and was raised by Harriett, who became her guardian. After Harriett passes away, Kenna learns that the estate Harriet had is now her. However, her absent family is less than pleased and that includes her ex who shattered her heart at 18. Crosby was Harriet’s lawyer and has always had a flirty banter with Kenna. But Kenna has never wanted anything to do with Crosby but as the two spend time together to fight her ex’s family over the estate, a connection between forms.

Kenna’s independence from the first book spoke to me and I loved her for it. She’s smart, caring, and will do anything for her friends that are her found family. Crosby has a goofy outside personality but underneath is a guy who cares so deeply. I loved how involved he was with the foster care system and wanted to help the kids in the system any way he could. The banter between these two had me laughing more than once and I loved the chemistry that they had. It was a medium-ish burn but once it ignited, it grew hotter. Both had some personal demons from the past they had to battle before they could really be together. Both were scared but they needed to fight the past to have a future. I loved the last few chapters and the ending for them was perfect.

Maxine Mitchell was perfect as Kenna. Maxine’s narration was emotional, caring and gripping. She brought Kenna alive perfectly and I loved listening to her.

Wrecked Palace

The anticipation and longing of this slow burn had me non-stop listening. “Wrecked Palace” is an emotional, heartfelt and romantic friends to lovers/protector slow burn that pulled on my heartstrings.

Caelyn has been the guardian of her three younger siblings ever since one night changed their lives forever. She has worked tirelessly to provide everything they could need to have the best life possible. As the manager of the general store, she sees just everyone and that includes the grumpy and closed off newcomer, Griffin. Griffin is back on the island after being years away and he’s rebuilding his family home. Caelyn and Griffin are opposites but they have always felt a pull towards each other. And when someone from Caelyn’s past starts to threaten her and her siblings, Griffin instantly steps in and vows to protect them.

The teasing about these two in the past book was just a small taste of how important they would become to each other. Both have had difficult pasts and while they left an impression on their lives, they needed each other to become whole and happy again. Caelyn is by far one of the least selfish people and her love for her siblings and friends is unmatched. Griffin’s losing his family broke my heart and I felt so much for this man. I loved Caelyn and Griffin together. They were acquaintances, then friends and with the slowest of the burns, progressed into a romantic relationship. They fit each other so perfectly, like two puzzle pieces. I loved Caelyn’s siblings and how Griffin was protective of them and so caring as well. The ending was perfect for them and I can’t wait for the next book.

Ava Erickson was perfect as Caelyn. Her performance was gripping, emotional and had me tearing me up more than once.

Totally worth the listen!

Each book included an attention grabbing love story. It was refreshing not having to listen to constant erotica. Finally an author who doesn’t rely solely on sex to provide a riveting story.

Excellent storyline for all three books!

I loved getting to know each character. Each book is a continuation of the last. I enjoyed getting the back story for each character. Love the small town feel which adds to each story.

I loved getting three books for one credit.

Hooked

Well, I’ve listened to a lot of series on Audible, which I have enjoyed very much. The series has definitely moved up in to that category. I finished the entire series 25 hours of listening in one weekend. It was an emotional roller coaster. Made me laugh and cry a lot. And isn’t that what literature is all about.

I loved every second of it!

This whole series had me in a choke hold. I loved every second of it. My first Catherine cowles books but not my last!

beautiful

Three stories showing love, loss, danger,
The female characters are all best friends true to each other. Family not connected by blood , but by love and trust. It's their stories of their strengths, weaknesses, doubts, love and the men in their lives.
Beautifully written,
Maxine Mitchell, Joe Arden,Ava Erickson, and Andi Arndt narration is so emotional, it was great to listen to these amazing performers.