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Because I Won't

The Because Trilogy, Book 2

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Because I Won't

By: Elaine Marie
Narrated by: Riley Raye
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While away at college, Joelle finds herself the victim of an abusive boyfriend. After barely escaping his clutches, she finds herself three states away, where the owners of JJ’s Diner help her. With Jake and Carly’s help, she learns to cope with her past and starts a new life.

Over time, Joelle undergoes an internal makeover - one that leaves her stronger and more confident. With her new life and friends, she moves forward...happier than ever.

Just as she begins to breathe easier, her past comes back to haunt her when she runs into Nathan, her abusive ex.

Has he come back to claim her? Will her past undo her when she learns her childhood wasn’t as she thought? Will she put her past behind her for the final time, or will her discovery scar her for life?

©2018 Elaine Marie (P)2018 Elaine Marie Romance Romantic Suspense Suspense
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This can be read as a standalone even though it is in a trilogy. Actually, it took me a little bit to realize how Because I Can and Because I Won't were connected. I love stories like these where the main female character is such a strong individual. Because I Won't is a story about overcoming one's past but also a story about discovering love. There are some VERY unexpected twists in this shorter listen that make it super engaging. This author may not write longer stories (yet🤞), but she is able to make these shorter stories pack a punch.

I thought the narrator did a great job in this performance and her voice fit Jo very well. She kept character voices consistent and did a fabulous job bringing out Jo's strength as a female main character.

I received a review copy at my request and have voluntarily left this unbiased review.

A Second Chance at Life and Love

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Jo was abused by her boyfriend and finally found the strength to leave him. She was saved by Jake and Carly (who are awesome) and she grows strong and independent with time. This was a story about getting stronger even in the face of adversity and I loved to see her grow (though there were moments of irrational behavior but I do think that’s normal for someone who suffered from such a trauma). There were some inconsistencies to the story, such as the number of years that passed. While there is a romance in this story, it is secondary compared to her growth. (the romantic interest, James, is the brother of Nick, from the first book; Jenna and Nick are also in this story)

Riley Raye, the narrator is ok- she needs a slightly better range for her voices because there were some times I didn’t know who was speaking (and Jake’s “voice” was way too feminine.) But she did a good job telling the story with emotion.

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Good story about getting strong after trauma

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A story of the kindness of friends, taking a chance on love and fighting the past. A good story, though I did find myself getting a bit confused at times with the plotlines. Riley Raye narrates well, though her differentiation between male and female voices wasn't always clear. Overall, a reasonably good book and audio.

Friendship and love

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Great story, great writing.
Absolutely loved this story. Elaine Marie had me hooked until the very the end.

Loved it!!!

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This book is not for the faint hearted. It deals with real issues that will have you shocked to your core. This book shows great talent from Elaine, the storyline is amazing. Well done. Riley’s performance is great.

Fantastic gritty book

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