Used (Unabridged)
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5.0 • 1 Rating
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Publisher Description
Heartbreakingly beautiful and completely engrossing, Used is packed full of twists, turns, and a gripping romance sure to leave listeners emotionally spent and asking for more.
At the age of 17, after a decade of lies, hurt, and severe abuse by her brother, Lucas, Sabra Valentine is able to breathe.
Lucas is behind bars, thanks in large part to Sabra's quick thinking and self-preservation - even if that's one more secret she has to keep.
Now, seven years later, life is moving forward, and Sabra is starting to heal, live, and love again with her friends and Trevor Collins by her side. He's tall, dark, and sexy, and he doesn't fall for Sabra's games. The future is finally looking bright - until one phone call shatters everything.
Used is a romantic suspense with domestic-thriller elements. Please be aware that there are topics that may be triggers for some listeners, and this work is meant for mature listeners.
Customer Reviews
Outstanding Story & Listen🎧 Riveting & Intense!
This is an outstanding debut novel, it is a powerful story that will move you like no other. It is one of the most heart-rending and gut-wrenching stories I have experienced in a while. It not only grabbed my attention it grabbed my heart too and captivated both the entire book. The storylines are characters are realistic, easy to relate to and connect with. Sabra Valentine is a survivor of domestic abuse, victimized by her older brother Lucas since she was a 7 year old child. She suffered the abuse alone, afraid to tell her parents and never shared what happened with anyone else. Having enough she saves herself the only way she knew how and at 17 she was finally free from him and his narcissistic and evil ways. Seven years later she is living her life, she is in grad school and is looking forward to a career in acting. She is seeing a wonderful guy, Trevor Collins, but when she gets a call from Lucas she knows for his own good she needs to push him away. Lucas is back to terrorize her once again. Trevor gives her space but does not give up on her. Lucas torments from a distance, little things are first but it starts to escalate and by the end we see how sick he really is.This book is cleverly plotted withe plenty of drama, angst, twists and turns, thrilling suspense, including psychological suspense, heartfelt and emotional moments and a wonderful romance. I have to say the realism of this story makes it even more meaningful, it cuts deep and may take some out of their comfort zone at times. I admired Sabra for her strength and determination and Trevor for his patience, understanding and for not giving up on her. Kate Dunbar, it was an honor to listen to your debut novel, the story is not an easy one but it definitely one that needs to be told and heard. Thank you for this great story and emotional rollercoaster ride.
🎧📚🎧 And for the wonderful narration, Stella Hunter is a talented narrator and a versatile voice artist. She brings the characters to life, does a great job covering both the male and female roles, giving each their own distinct voices making it easy to follow along and tell who is who. Her portrayal of each character is spot on, she grasps each characters persona and plays the role with perfection. You could hear how much heart she puts into her work as she captures the characters emotions and projects them into her performs. She is an entertaining storyteller and a pleasure to listen to. Thank you for another great listen🎧