Book Review: Connected by Kim Karr

Connected
Connections #1
Author: Kim Karr
Reading Level: New Adult
Genre: Contemporary Romance
Released: February 4th, 2014
Review Source: New American Library | Penguin

What if a “Once in a Lifetime” could happen twice?

In Dahlia London’s world, happily ever after is a far cry from reality. Her soul has been left completely shattered by tragedy. But a surprising reunion with someone from her past is about to give her a reason to love again…

When rock star River Wilde comes back into Dahlia’s life, their super-charged connection runs deeper than either of them ever expected. The more time they spend together, the more intense their relationship becomes, and Dahlia believes at last she has found her soul mate.

But as old bonds fade and Dahlia’s grief begins to lift, her guilt and confusion remain. River desperately wants to be the one who mends what’s been broken—but with a past that refuses to stay buried, is it possible for their future to begin?

As you may know, I am a sucker for sad stories. Don’t ask me why, I just do. I am also a sucker for covers. Connected is a sad story with a beautiful cover. I mean just look at the cover! How can you say no to that?!It is stunning!! What I love most about this cover is the chemistry this couple portraits. It is the perfect shot that describes this book.

Connected is the first book of The Connections Series. This book starts off at a concert with Dehlia and her father years before this love story begins. This is where it is explained how close Dehlia and her father are. Going into the story, we learned that this is the last music concert she shares with him. She loses her parents to an accident. Her world would’ve shatter if it wasn’t for the help of her boyfriend, Ben. One night, she is taken to a bar and she meets this mysterious soon to be rock star, River Wilde. Oh the chemistry these two share! Feeling guilty, Dehlia leaves the bar but only to be re-united with River years after her fiancé, Ben is killed.

To say the least, this book left me a mess. Kim Karr cast a spell and bewitched me with her writing. Seriously, do no read this book on your way out. You will make yourself look like a fool. Trust me, I did this and my friend was laughing at me. I cried so much within pages into the story. Connected is so addicting! I didn't put this book down.

River and Dehlia are meant to be. Their love is one of those that only comes once in a lifetime. You will fall for them and their fate of being together,

Although, they are an amazing couple, River is holding out a secret. And this is no little secret. I couldn't believe the twist of this story! Seriously, addicting and unpredictable.

The book ends with a big reveal and HOLY MOTHER OF ALL SECRETS! You cannot end a book with such big reveal! You just can't! You will need the second book pronto. I highly recommend this book! So go and purchase your copy.