Review of ILLUSION by Ashley Beale

Synopsis:

What if everything you thought you knew was just an illusion?

Everything in Zoey's life was destroyed the day her fiance never made it home from the war. Now being a year later, and still dealing with the horrible tragedy, she makes a move to New York City for her job, hoping to finally start healing.

The last thing Zoey ever expects to find is someone she can feel so comfortable and happy with. Everything about Harvey draws her attention, and she can finally feel herself heal. There are times things seem too perfect, but she tries not to question it much as she holds onto the passion she has for him.

When everything unravels and Zoey is forced to face a truth she can't seem to grasp, she has to make a choice to finally move on, or stay lost in a world of illusion.

Sometimes life is simple, sometimes love is unexpected. Sometimes we're exactly where we need to be, when we need to be there.
Then sometimes everything we thought we knew is just an illusion.


This [New Adult] Contemporary Romance novel contains mature themes, graphic sex and language, and is recommended for readers, 18+ in age. Please be advised, this story also deals with PTSD, depression, infertility, attempted suicide, and other very mature situations, and is not recommended for all readers.

Goodreads:   https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/18634692-illusion

Review by Shauna:

I really enjoyed this book, and I know all the readers out there will too!  This book's main character is Zoey and the story starts out with her losing her fiancee because he is in the military, and was killed while on duty overseas.  She is devastated, begins a fresh start in New York City, and tries dating again, with new men, and beginning a new life at a job she loves.  She still talks to her fiancee who has passed, and she is having difficulty moving on from the life she had with him.  This story is so real to me and others who have experienced someone whom they love that has passed.

While reading this book, I could not put it down, and just felt like I connected with Zoey and her experience, through the author's powerful writing and vivid descriptions throughout the book.  I really enjoyed it, and anyone who wants a great love story, with realistic ideas in it, should really read this book.  I loved it and recommend it to others!  Happy Reading!!

5 Amazeballs Stars!

About this author

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Ashley Beale is an indie author and self-publisher from the beautiful state of Maine. She comes from a large, loving family, which she adores completely, is a mother of two, has the best of friends, and really enjoys connecting with her fans!

Ashley has a love for reading and writing, traveling, watching great movies and addictive TV series, doing crafts, exploring, or just laying back with a glass of wine.

To find out more about Ashley, visit any of her official webpages:
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http://www.ashleybeale.com

Fun stuff:

Illusion release day fun!
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Illusion Discussion Group:
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Goodreads Giveaway!
*5 Winners* will receive a signed paperback of Illusion (US only) You have until January 20th to enter! --All you need is a Goodreads account to enter!!
 https://www.goodreads.com/giveaway/show/76284-illusion