Who Would Like This Book:
If you love an emotional, angsty second-chance romance with genuine character growth, "Ghosted" will tug at your heartstrings. J.M. Darhower delivers a raw and realistic journey through addiction, fame, regret, and redemption. The novel shines with its beautifully flawed characters, a strong and relatable heroine, and one of the most charming child side characters you'll ever meet in romance. Fans of single parent stories, found family dynamics, and delicious slow-burn tension will especially be drawn to this.
Who May Not Like This Book:
Some readers struggled with the story's pacing, especially during the early flashbacks, and felt they took a while to get used to. The subject matter - addiction, parental mistakes, and forgiveness - can be tough to read, and not everyone felt the hero did enough groveling after his wrongs. If you prefer your romances light, fluffy, or want perfect characters who make few mistakes, this one might feel heavy or frustrating at times. Also, those bothered by complicated forgiveness or issues around child support and pride may find themselves questioning plot choices.
About:
'Ghosted' by J.M. Darhower is a second chance romance novel that delves deep into the lives of Kennedy and Jonathan. The story follows their tumultuous journey of love, heartbreak, redemption, and forgiveness. Readers are taken on an emotional rollercoaster as they witness the complexities of their relationship unfold through past and present narratives. Darhower's writing style intricately weaves together the characters' struggles, making the storyline angsty, heartbreaking, and poignant. The book is praised for its realistic portrayal of the characters and their raw emotions, drawing readers in from the very beginning.
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Sensitive Topics/Content Warnings
Triggers and content warnings for Ghosted include themes of addiction, emotional abuse, unplanned pregnancy, and past trauma.
Has Romance?
The romance in Ghosted is a central element, focusing on the complex relationship between Jonathan and Kennedy, filled with emotional depth.
From The Publisher:
He's a troubled young actor, Hollywood's newest heartthrob, struggling with fame as the star of the latest superhero franchise. Through scandal after scandal, addiction on top of addiction, a flurry of paparazzi hunt him as he fights to conquer his demons.
She's a single mother, assistant manager at a grocery store, existing in monotony with her five-year-old daughter. Every day when she goes to work, lurid tabloids surround her, the face of a notorious bad boy haunting her from their covers.
A man and a woman, living vastly different lives, but that wasn't always the case. Once, they were just a boy and a girl who bonded over comic books and fell in love unexpectedly.
When Kennedy Garfield met Jonathan Cunningham back in high school, she knew he had all the makings of a tragic hero. With stars in his eyes, and her heart on her sleeve, the pair ran away together to follow their dreams.
But dreams, sometimes, turn into nightmares.
Now, years later, the only thing they share is a daughter-one who has no idea her father plays her favorite superhero. But Jonathan is desperate to make amends, and at the top of his list is the woman who gave up everything for him and the little girl he hasn't yet met. more
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