[b:One is a Promise|34091798|One is a Promise (Tangled Lies, #1)|Pam Godwin|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1492642130l/34091798._SY75_.jpg|55106704] by [a:Pam Godwin|6474204|Pam Godwin|https://images.gr-assets.com/authors/1545404751p2/6474204.jpg]
Genres: Adult, Erotica, Mystery, Romance, Suspense.
5 Full Stars!

Every now and then you read a book that just has every element in it that captures you in such a way you can't let it go.

This is one of those stories.

I am a big opponent of 'Cliffhangers'. They irritate me. I want my HEA. I want completion.
So giving this 5 stars is a miracle, a true phenomenon for me.

And it Deserves every star I gave it. Maybe more.

Color me flabbergasted!

Yes, I expected it to be good. I expected to enjoy it. It is written by [a:Pam Godwin|6474204|Pam Godwin|https://images.gr-assets.com/authors/1545404751p2/6474204.jpg]
so my expectations were high.
But I knew going in that is was a 'To Be Continued' story, so that brought my excitement down a level or two.
My objections to the unpleasantness and offensiveness of a 'Cliffhanger' was Shot Dead and Demolished.

This story ConSumeD Me!
It took NO prisoners.

Superbly written. I didn't find any editing errors.
Fast paced. No unnecessary words. No repetition.
Outstanding characters. I could not get enough of ALL 3 mc's. They are all outstanding and you connect on a level that absorbs your every breath.

I didn't read this book.
I Inhaled It! And it Devoured my Soul!

This isn't just a story. It is a Masterpiece and for the 1st time in my life, I am completely okay with a story being in 3 full length parts.

The intimacy is adult and erotic.
Filled with passion and emotions.

The mystery that clings just between the lines keep you questioning and on the edge.

By the end you get some answers and the Blow Your Mind. You will be destroyed and left feeling like ruble on the floor.

Expect a massive 'Book Hangover' after reading this.

I know! A cliffhanger. But do not let that keep you from reading this beyond Excellence story.
It is just that 'Remarkable'.
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i tried to get into the story, but i didn't connect with the characters.

not finishing the series ( )

(update 8/17/21: i think about this series all the time still so it’s going in the favorites shelf)

i knew cole was going to show back up but i still wasnt ready ( )

I have absolutely no idea how to rate this. I liked a lot of it, loved some of it and absolutely hated certain parts. This review is going to be messy, because my thoughts are all over te place with this book.

I don't mind triangles mostly. The Kathleen Turner series is one of my favorite series and I really love it (must read if you haven't already) and I enjoyed the triangle in that one, but this one didn't really work for me.

I'm not a fan of the main character. All the dance stuff is a little boring. There is a bunch of insta-love/lust.
I really liked Trace until a certain something happened and now I really dislike him. Not sure I want to read about him being a love interest for 2 more books.

even if he didn't sleep with her, he still wanted her to think he did. Not to mention the fact that she gave another guy a blow job. Oh and then he pretty much assaults and rapes her. So they just decide to move on and get married. Because yes... that makes so much sense!

It made me hate the book and the storyline. It ruined it for me. But yet, some parts were good and the ending actually did suprise me. Not that Cole came back but the relationship between Cole and Trace. And I'm usually not suprised by twists. And it also kind of makes me want to read the next book even though I have a feeling this series isn't really for me.

Giving it an uncertain 3 stars for now. Might change it later if I'm more sure, as there were really some 1-star worthy parts. But 3 stars for now. ( )