Title: Broken Miles
Author: Claire Kingsley
First published March 5, 2018
298 pages, Kindle Edition
Rating: 4.22
Overview
“Unraveling me, slowly but surely. Like she was gently unbuttoning the collar of a shirt that fit too tight.” Roland Miles had to watch as his single-minded drive cost him his marriage to Zoe.
Four years after their divorce, he returns home to help his family’s winery, but he didn’t expect to see Zoe there. With his brothers’ antics, a father keeping secrets, and a baby sister who’s all grown up, Roland has his hands full.
However, Zoe is the one who unraveled him, and he can’t help but want to put himself back together with her. As they spend more time together, Roland realizes what they lost and what they could have again.
They broke each other’s hearts, but maybe they’re the only ones who can heal them. Get ready for a messy family, lots of shenanigans, and a second chance at love with a big HEA in Broken Miles by Claire Kingsley.
About the Author
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Editoral Review
Claire Kingsley’s Broken Miles is a well-crafted novel that captures both the excitement and the heartbreak of a second-chance romance. Published on March 5, 2018, the book is a contemporary romance that centers around two protagonists who are forced to confront their past and their feelings for each other after years of separation.
The plot follows Sophia and Lucas, who met in college and fell deeply in love. However, after graduating, they went their separate ways, each pursuing their own dreams and aspirations.
Years later, Sophia, a successful lawyer, finds herself back in her hometown where she runs into Lucas, a Marine who has returned from active duty. As they reconnect and start to rekindle their romance, they must confront the reasons why they broke up in the first place and whether they can overcome those issues to be together again.
Kingsley masterfully builds the tension between the two characters, keeping readers invested in their journey throughout the book. Through effective use of dialogue and internal monologues, the reader is given insight into the motivations and vulnerabilities of each character, making them relatable and sympathetic.
The settings are also carefully crafted to support the story, providing a realistic backdrop that helps to enrich the characters and their experiences. The book is not only a story of second chances but one that explores themes of love, loss, and forgiveness.
It’s a poignant reminder that life is short, and we should not be afraid to pursue what we want, even if it means revisiting past hurt or confronting challenging situations. One of the strengths of the book lies in Kingsley’s writing skills.
She has a distinctive voice that is both poetic and lyrical, which adds to the emotional impact of the book. Additionally, the pacing is excellent, with the tension building throughout, making the book a page-turner that is difficult to put down.
However, there are a few minor criticisms of the book. The secondary characters could have been fleshed out more, providing further depth and nuance to the story.
Moreover, the plot is somewhat predictable, with a few clichéd elements that are common in the romance genre. Still, these limitations do not detract too much from the overall enjoyment of the book.
Overall, Broken Miles is a must-read for anyone who enjoys a well-written romance novel. Kingsley has done an excellent job of crafting characters that are complex, multidimensional, and relatable, making it easy for readers to be invested in their journey.
The book has an emotional depth that resonates with current audiences and would be a good recommendation for those looking for a story that captures the beauty and pain of love. By the grading criteria of the Washington Post, we give this book a 4/5.
