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Cracked But Never Broken (Laughing P Book 1) Kindle Edition

by Kari Holloway (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.1 out of 5 stars 106 ratings
Damien Payne served his time on the front lines, surviving ambushes and dust storms. Coming home to the Laughing P Ranch should have been the easy part. Lexi isn’t as naïve as when Damien enlisted. With rustlers and a stalker, she doesn’t have time for sweet words and empty promises if she plans to keep the ranch thriving, especially from the handsome devil of a Payne. Unable to act when Lexi needs him the most, secrets Damien thought were buried surface, and he must decide what’s more important—winning Lexi’s heart completely or letting her go. This is book 1 in the Laughing P trilogy following Damien, Lexi, and Darien.
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  1. Book 1 of 3
    Laughing P
  2. Print length
    154 pages
  3. Language
    English
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  5. Publication date
    November 3, 2016
  6. File size
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  • "This is the first "romance" I've read that I thoroughly enjoyed! Usually, we think of romance with a predictable plot, overly dramatic soap-opera characters, and that sudden resolution into the 'happily ever after." THIS is romance. THIS is developed characters, with realistic issues, flaws, and feelings. THIS is a love story, with the full gamut of emotion one expects between lovers. THIS is a drama, a mystery, a family story."
  • "I had pondered on this book for a while and decided to read it and I so glad I did. Boy, what a gem. I can't stop thinking about it. Once I got into it, I was hooked, still am. I love the characters and the feel of the story and where it goes. I couldn't read fast enough. I could go on and on, but all I can say, is this book really got to me. It went beyond reading. It will stick with me for a long time. And, I immediately went to book 2."
  • "What a ride! Not what I expected, and so worth it!!! OMG Can't wait to read the next one."
  • "One word: Exciting!"

About the Author

Kari Holloway is a native to Leesburg, Georgia and a "true" southerner. Raised on her family's farm, she weaves her experiences into the Laughing P family and the diverse people found within the pages.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B01M2DKTMS
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Hearts & Blades Publishing
  • Accessibility ‏ : ‎ Learn more
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ November 3, 2016
  • Edition ‏ : ‎ 2nd
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 2.6 MB
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 154 pages
  • Page Flip ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Book 1 of 3 ‏ : ‎ Laughing P
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    4.1 out of 5 stars 106 ratings

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Kari Holloway

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Kari Holloway is an American writer who grew up in Leesburg, Georgia. She dabbles in southern romances filled with iconic components of sexy cowboys and firefighters, explored the unexplained in her paranormal series, found her way to the battlefields of the Civil War, and to love's first kiss under the weeping willow through various anthologies.

Unsure of what her future holds, Kari enjoys writing what captures her attention in the evenings. During the day, she chases her kids around, laughing at their sassy ways and the depths of their curiosity.

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Customers find this book to be a fine read with great characters and an engaging storyline that keeps them guessing. The pacing is fast, and one customer notes the author's fertile imagination.

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13 customers mention "Readability"13 positive0 negative

Customers find the book readable, with one describing it as a great page turner that kept them interested throughout.

"...It went beyond reading. It will stick with me for a long time. And, I immediately went to book 2. So far, it has not disappointed me either...." Read more

"...the author will continue to grow as a storyteller, and based on this great book, I expect her next book in the series to knock my socks off...." Read more

"...I don't usually do romance, but this was a great page turner with so much storyline to discover." Read more

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11 customers mention "Character development"11 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the character development in the book.

"...Once I got into it, I was hooked, still am. I love the characters and the feel of the story and where it goes. I couldn't read fast enough...." Read more

"Excellent characters who grow throughout, and you can just feel their internal conflicts...." Read more

"...Damien, Maw-Payne, Lexi, Darien are all such life-like characters with real, relatable human problems...." Read more

"...The main characters are easy to root for, only theirs is a more complicated story. Fun and quick read." Read more

11 customers mention "Storyline"11 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the storyline of the book, describing it as an engaging and dramatic love story that keeps readers guessing.

"...I love the characters and the feel of the story and where it goes. I couldn't read fast enough...." Read more

"...It's a dark-yet-hopeful story, and an outstanding first book for this author...." Read more

"...usually do romance, but this was a great page turner with so much storyline to discover." Read more

"...THIS is a love story, with the full gamut of emotion one expects between lovers. THIS is a drama, a mystery, a family story...." Read more

3 customers mention "Imagination"3 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the author's imagination in the book, with one noting its rich descriptions and complexity.

"Rich descriptions, turmoil bubbling under the surface, and complicated relationships—this is an awesome romance book...." Read more

"...backstory; there's just enough that you KNOW it's there - developed, complex, relevant, consistent - but you don't have to have program..." Read more

"Gosh what a tangled web we weave. Such a fertile imagination this author has. I am glad the protagonist has a strong spirit...." Read more

3 customers mention "Pacing"3 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the fast pacing of the book.

"...The pacing is fast, with little room to relax - you'll want to keep reading until, sadly, the last page comes up and you're left wishing there were..." Read more

"I enjoyed this book. It was fast paced, and quirky. I liked the writing style and the characters...." Read more

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    5.0 out of 5 stars good. I had pondered on this book for a ...
    Reviewed in the United States on March 17, 2017
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    I read a lot and most of the time the book simple ends up... good. I had pondered on this book for a while and decided to read it and I so glad I did. Boy, what a gem. I can't stop thinking about it. Once I got into it, I was hooked, still am. I love the characters and the feel of the story and where it goes. I couldn't read fast enough. I could go on and on, but all I can say, is this book really got to me. It went beyond reading. It will stick with me for a long time. And, I immediately went to book 2. So far, it has not disappointed me either. I love this series.
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  • Jeremy Menefee
    4.0 out of 5 stars Outstanding freshman effort from a talented new author, imo
    Reviewed in the United States on January 12, 2017
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    Excellent characters who grow throughout, and you can just feel their internal conflicts. It's a dark-yet-hopeful story, and an outstanding first book for this author. Although I don't normally read romances, this has romance and so much more, that kept me interested throughout the book. The pacing is fast, with little room to relax - you'll want to keep reading until, sadly, the last page comes up and you're left wishing there were more. The hallmark of a great read! I can only imagine the author will continue to grow as a storyteller, and based on this great book, I expect her next book in the series to knock my socks off. There were some minor editing issues, but it only detracts from the reading experience in a couple places. My understanding is that the next book in the series is from Lexi's viewpoint, and I can't wait - she's easily one of my favorite characters in this book. All in all, if you enjoy romance novels, or contemporary fiction, this book will be a fine read. In fact, it had be in chills in a couple of places, which is a great thing to say about any novel.
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  • S. R.
    5.0 out of 5 stars and complicated relationships—this is an awesome romance book
    Reviewed in the United States on May 16, 2018
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    Rich descriptions, turmoil bubbling under the surface, and complicated relationships—this is an awesome romance book. Holloway does an amazing job setting scenes on a ranch, so much so I feel a little educated about ranch life walking away from this book. Damien, Maw-Payne, Lexi, Darien are all such life-like characters with real, relatable human problems. I don't usually do romance, but this was a great page turner with so much storyline to discover.
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  • 2kasmom
    3.0 out of 5 stars The return
    Reviewed in the United States on April 16, 2017
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    Damien comes home to the ranch, after military service. He has to adjust to being home, and all that it entails. There are just so many changes....

    Lexi thought he would never come back. He seemed to like staying away. What was once a promise now actually may be a possibility. Only danger lurks....

    This story caught me off guard! There is action, humor, heat, and more. I found that there were some character I really liked, and some I just wanted to off myself! The main characters are easy to root for, only theirs is a more complicated story. Fun and quick read.
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  • Sylviah
    5.0 out of 5 stars NOT your cookie-cutter romance! BRAVA!
    Reviewed in the United States on February 16, 2017
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    This is the first "romance" I've read that I thoroughly enjoyed! Usually, we think of romance with a predictable plot, overly dramatic soap-opera characters, and that sudden resolution into the 'happily ever after." THIS is romance. THIS is developed characters, with realistic issues, flaws, and feelings. THIS is a love story, with the full gamut of emotion one expects between lovers. THIS is a drama, a mystery, a family story. Holloway doesn't bludgen you over the head with backstory; there's just enough that you KNOW it's there - developed, complex, relevant, consistent - but you don't have to have program (or a history degree) to follow it. There are teases and hints of exciting tales in the past that are yet to be revealed and fabulous events yet to come. I would say that I wished I had written this... but then, I wouldn't have had the immense pleasure of READING IT!! Thank you, Kari! In the parlance of the wild west, "You done good!"
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  • Kindle Customer87
    4.0 out of 5 stars Have some good thoughts to wonder on.
    Reviewed in the United States on August 19, 2018
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    Gosh what a tangled web we weave. Such a fertile imagination this author has. I am glad the protagonist has a strong spirit. I could never had survived what happened to her. The must be wonderful to be so stupid willed.
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  • Dennis Doty
    5.0 out of 5 stars This is one I will read again.
    Reviewed in the United States on February 18, 2017
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    I don't normally read romance, and my idea of Southern Fiction has always been Fannie Flagg and Tennessee Williams, so I was in for a real surprise with Cracked But Never Broken by Kari Holloway. It is the story of a Marine, Damien Payne, returning to his family ranch, The Laughing P, after a 6-year enlistment, and his struggle to find his place and overcome his demons. The characters in the extended Payne family are evocative of Edna Ferber's Giant and Tennessee Williams' Cat on a Hot Tin Roof. I could hardly put it down. Cracked but Never Broken is a definite must read.
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  • Amazon Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars The Unexpected
    Reviewed in the United States on November 18, 2018
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    A good book that keeps you guessing and wondering at the end of each chapter. I really loved how relatable the characters were and their relationships with each other, especially the twins'. You also felt like you were right there on the ranch through Kari's descriptions.
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