Winslow Birkel is in an abusive relationship with his partner, Chad Loveless. Winslow meets Darryn Maxwell one night at a local bar where they share a drink or two and talk. Faithful, Winslow is taken aback when accusations fly of infidelity. To escape the growing abusive Chad, Winslow drives off into a storm where he crashes his car. The wreck and what follows redefines life for Winslow, Chad, and Darryn forcing change into their lives.
The author, Rick R. Reed, encapsulates life with an abusive partner in vivid detail from physical to emotional violence. The romance of meeting the one combined with emotional and physical trauma plays out in different ways allowing the listener to see some depth into each character. The town of Seaspray was folded into the story in a meaningful and connected manner. Reed addresses many different issues in this book through his characters – unloved, abused, shame, fear, love, and acceptance.
The narrator, David Allen Vargo is perfect for this book. As usual, he delivers a mesmerizing performance that enhances the storyline and brings the characters to life. I love his tone and unique voice. Vargo clearly and vividly projects through his voice the pain, love, longing, and more that the characters feel. Truly a masterful narrator, David Allen Vargo makes this a must-listen audiobook.
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