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The five stars are given on the strength of the last few chapters alone, which is a rollercoster ride of emotions. This is truly a touching book about a man who, to flee from a horrifying guilt in his past, bury himself in honour and justice, becoming one of the King's most loyal and fair magistrate. It is also about a woman, whose past is intertwined with the man's, a woman who flees the loneliness of her life by taking in strays and making them her family.
Ms Needham did a wonderful job. I found myself smiling as loved blossomed between them, and sighed in pleasure as Simon, the hero, reluctantly but surely allowed himself to be part of Kailey's family.
Now, the wonderful last few chapters where all crashed down as secrets were revealed. This part was the most powerful, as both confronted the pains, horror, and betrayal from the demons of the past. And Kailey's forgiveness, so heartfelt, so painful, tore at my heart. And Simon's gradual acceptance of his guilt and Kailey's love really really made me cry. After reading this I had to take a deep breath and readjust my equilibrium. This is how powerful the impact of this book has on me. It left me drained, yet a feeling of well-being that could only come from a very good book lingered.
The five stars are given on the strength of the last few chapters alone, which is a rollercoster ride of emotions. This is truly a touching book about a man who, to flee from a horrifying guilt in his past, bury himself in honour and justice, becoming one of the King's most loyal and fair magistrate. It is also about a woman, whose past is intertwined with the man's, a woman who flees the loneliness of her life by taking in strays and making them her family.
Ms Needham did a wonderful job. I found myself smiling as loved blossomed between them, and sighed in pleasure as Simon, the hero, reluctantly but surely allowed himself to be part of Kailey's family.
Now, the wonderful last few chapters where all crashed down as secrets were revealed. This part was the most powerful, as both confronted the pains, horror, and betrayal from the demons of the past. And Kailey's forgiveness, so heartfelt, so painful, tore at my heart. And Simon's gradual acceptance of his guilt and Kailey's love really really made me cry. After reading this I had to take a deep breath and readjust my equilibrium. This is how powerful the impact of this book has on me. It left me drained, yet a feeling of well-being that could only come from a very good book lingered.
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