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Reckless Refuge

The Wrecked Series, Book 4

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Reckless Refuge

By: Catherine Cowles
Narrated by: Ava Erickson, Sebastian York
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There were shadows I was running from. Ones that haunted and taunted. Ones that made it so I had no choice but to disappear.

I’d spent years hiding from the world. My little island haven, the only assurance of safety.

It all changed the moment he showed up at my door. The hint of pain in his eyes told me that something haunted him, too. And I couldn’t help but be drawn closer.

But finding the person I needed most came with risks I never expected. And when our ghosts find us again, neither of us may make it out this time.

©2020 Catherine Cowles (P)2021 Catherine Cowles Contemporary Contemporary Romance Romance Romantic Suspense Suspense Haunted Feel-Good
About the Creator - Catherine Cowles

About the Creator

Writer of words. Drinker of Diet Cokes. Lover of all things cute and furry, especially her dog. USA Today bestselling author Catherine Cowles has had her nose in a book since the time she could read and finally decided to write down some of her own stories. When she's not writing, she can be found exploring her home state of Oregon, listening to true crime podcasts, or searching for her next book boyfriend.
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Captivating Suspense • Emotional Storytelling • Perfect Narration Duo • Seamless Romance • Flawless Voice Performances
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Reckless Refuge an absolute new favorite!
Just when I thought the last was my favorite I soon found out I was wrong, Shay and Brody stole my heart from the beginning,
Shay has been hiding from a trauma that still has her living in fear, working as a caretaker on the island of Harbor, Brody an artist who needs to get away from New York buys the island and becomes Shay’s new boss.
In Shay, Brody finds his new muse, in Brody, Shay finds her will to start living again.
This book has so much feelings, suspense, omg who’s doing what moments you have no power to stop reading and will just keep turning those pages until the very last page!
😔🎻❤️🎨😳🤯😍❤️❤️❤️❤️
Catherine Cowles is such a gifted writer who just sucks you into every story I can’t recommend her enough ❤️

A must to listen to

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"I wanted that. Someone who wanted to step between me and all the bad things in the world. Not because I couldn’t handle my own battles, but simply because they loved me." Review: This is book 4 in The Wrecked Series. I have loved each book more and more in this series. Catherine is a master at hooking you right from the Prologue making it so you are dying for more. Shay has done her best to live off the grid on Harbor island. She loves her quiet life as the caretaker. Brody is an artist needing a change and to escape recent events in New York. He sets out for a change of scenery and lifestyle to see if he can get back what he once had. When the owners of Harbor island decide to sell it, Shay is worried she may lose her job and safe haven. When Brody shows up as the new owner, there is a pull that neither one understands. Shay has endured so much pain and heartache that my heart just broke for her. No one should have to endure what she did. Retreating from everyone in order to keep herself and those around her safe. With Brody and Shay both running and hiding from the demons of their past, whose demons will catch up to them first? This book was everything I dreamed of and more. The suspense that kept me guessing and being suspicious of everyone around them. Guessing right on some things and being completely wrong on others. I couldn't get enough of this book. The friendship that developed and evolved into more, the protectiveness of Brody and the other guys made my heart swoon. I absolutely love that we get to still see the other characters in this series so prevelently. The updates and warmth of this group have stolen my heart. I just can't get enough of them. I am so excited for Hunters book next! I listened to the audiobook for the 2nd half by Sebastian York and Ava Erickson. Ava is my favorite and I love Sebastian. They were perfect to bring Brody and Shay to life. Sebastian's deeper voice for our slightly older hero and Ava's sweet voice for our beloved heroine were absolutely perfect. Everyone needs to read this book and for sure this series!

Amazing Story of Learning to Live Again!

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I liked this one, not really LOVED it like I did with this author’s other books, but still really enjoyed it. I don’t know if it was because it felt a little bit slow at the beginning or if it was just me not really “in the mood” for it … but it took me a while for me to “get into it” … Maybe because it kinda felt like it dragged on a bit, too … Almost like she (the author) made it longer than it really needed to be to meet a page requirement, if that makes sense … Anyway, it just what it seemed like to me. 😉 Although I DID really like how Shay (the FMC) saved HERSELF for a change! Very unexpected from this author, I think! 😊👍🏻 Also, all the “s*xy scenes” were more sweet than really “spicy”. And, where was the unique, cute nickname?? Again with NO sweet nickname for the FMC?? I NEED Piper (the FMC of the next book in the series, I think) to have a cute nickname, CC [the author], PLEASE!! 🙏🏻😅 Oh, and * SPOILER HERE * I also liked how the the woman Shay’s “talking” online with wasn’t involved in hurting her at all … I was really worried that she was for a second! 😅 (I’m not gonna say who that woman is here; you’ll just have to read/listen to the book to find out! 😉)

I Liked It! 😊

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Reckless Refuge feels more like a suspense thriller than a romance book from the stories I’ve read before by this author. It doesn’t mean that it’s not great but I’m more of a romance junkie than thriller enthusiast. The story definitely kept my heart rate elevated and has me intrigued. The narrators performance are 10 out of 10. A great addition to the series, I really hope I get to read about Parker, I love his character,

Good story.

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Catherine Cowles does it again! Every book in this series is fantastic! This story has all the emotions and feels with Brody and Shay. They are both running from something in their past and it was great seeing them trust each other to begin and build their wonderful relationship together. I loved seeing the friends from the other books in this story. They always just make the family larger and it's one of the things I love most about Catherine's books. I loved Sebastian's and Ava's narration, as they are always great! Their voices were perfect for Shay and Brody and really made the story come to life. As with all Catherine's books, I wish the story didn't end! I totally loved this book and it is a must listen!

5+⭐ Romantic Suspense!

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Shay and Brody all the feelz.

Shay is hiding on the island from her past and the new owner might threaten her hideaway. So she does all she can to make sure that she is invaluable to him. But she need not worry about that because Brody not only needs the hideaway himself but see the same fear in Shay.

Their chemistry is palpable, and they become fast friends that turns into more. They are there for each other.

I really enjoyed it. I will say this whole series being as its a small town makes me wonder how many bad guys are around. I know this one followed her there but it make you wonder. ;)

I loved the narration.

Reckless Refuge

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This story pulled me in from the beginning and I couldn’t stop listening. “Reckless Refuge” is a thrilling, emotional, and romantic addition to the “Wrecked” series.

Ever since her parents were murdered by her brother, Shay McCabe has been safely hiding out on a privately owned island as the caretaker. She doesn’t get close to anyone in fear that her brother will find out where she is. But when the island is bought by a new person, she fears for her job. Brody James is an artist and is in need of a change. After a psychopath used his art as inspiration for his murders, he hasn’t been able to create anything new. But a fresh start in the Pacific Northwest is what he needs. Shay is polite but keeps her distance from Brody when he moves on to the island. But as they spend time together, a connection forms. And when it’s clear Shay’s life is in danger, Brody vows to protect her.

I loved the little glimpses we got of Shay from the previous book and I was happy her story was next. Her backstory shocked and broke my heart at the same time. But underneath that was a survivor and a strong woman. Brody was swoony from the beginning and that only grew as the book went on. The horrors that he went through with his art being used was so terrible. Despite that, he still had the need to be creative. Brody was so patient with Shay and let her work through her feelings without making her feel like she was invalid in what she felt. They had a slow burn up to revealing their feelings. I loved the connection they formed and the chemistry between them was great. Them being together allowed Shay to open up and become friends with everyone else in the series. The last few chapters had me on the edge of my seat as all the action happened and kept me in suspense as it all went down. I loved the ending and can’t wait to start Hunter’s book next.

Ava Erickson and Sebastian York were simply amazing as Shay and Brody. Ava’s narration was passionate and emotional. I loved her as Shay. Sebastian was the perfect choice for Brody. His narration was caring and protective like Brody.

Thrilling, emotional and romantic!

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Just when I think I have a favorite book of a series, Catherine Cowles goes and ups the game with a great story full of flawed and broken characters that are looking for some sort of normal. And in that, possibly finding happiness.

Reckless Refuge is the fourth book in the Wrecked series and I wasn't sure who this story was going to be about. But we are basically introduced to two new characters that end up living together on an island outside of Anchor. Shay has been the island care taker when the current owners sell to someone that no one is familiar with. While that scares Shay since she is hiding from a past that literally broke her and her family apart, she wants to be able to keep her job since this is the only place she has felt safe in years.

Brody is an artist that comes from NYC. He made a name for himself there, but when something horrific took away his love of his art, he feels like he must make a drastic move and basically run away to a secluded island across the US that he purchases to hopefully bring back his creativity and live peacefully.

The forced proximity situation between employer and employee was perfect for Shay and Brody's situation. Both of these people had been haunted by pasts that they would rather leave behind and that had their souls calling to one another. Their attraction was immediate, but I loved watching their trust and friendship grow over time. It wasn't easy, especially for Shay to open up, but the older Brody made it comfortable and put her at ease. SO much so, that she opened up to more people. And those people happened to be the previous characters we met in the first three books of the Wrecked series. I loved not only watching a relationship evolve between 2 new characters, but also getting to visit past characters that I fell in love with.

And no Cowles book would be complete without some sort of suspense, and boy was this one a bit more dark. From Shay's past and what she was hiding from to Brody's past that seemed to follow him, we got some murder and suspense brought to the doorsteps of these small islands in Washington state. That heightened every part of the emotional aspect of this story and had me afraid for Brody and Shay and how their happiness would be achieved.

I absolutely loved this book from beginning to end. There was no lull and the pacing was perfect. The suspense and secrets were woven into the romance seamlessly and I literally could not put this book down. Not only was the story great, but if you listen to the audio, Ava Erickson and Sebastian York did a tremendous job of bringing each emotion these characters carried and made you feel a part of their journey. I couldn't have loved this one more. A new favorite of the series? I guess so.

Emotional and great blend of suspense

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I couldn't stop listening and avoided people so I ccould listen straight through the audiobook. It started with a bang that had my jaw dropping and dying to know how everything fit together. This book was full full of twists and I had a hard time trying to fit all the puzzle pieces together.

Brody and Shay were both so good for each other and helped each other start living again. I loved reading about them starting to flourish and lean on each other. The evolution of their relationship from being strangers to being in love is such a great journey. They had to get through multiple obstacles but did it together and just showed how strong they both were. I loved getting more of everyone else we’ve already met on Anchor Island and has me wanting to never leave this world.

This audiobook is fabulous. Ava Erickson and Sebastain York killed it. It was cast perfectly for the story. This is an audiobook that I will be listening to again soon.

Loved Shey and Brody

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Holding on to the love of your life with a heavy burden on your shoulders. Time and second chances. Time and forgiveness. It's hard to say anything else without giving the book away. Always a great read.

A second chance and forgiveness

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