Broken

There were so many times that I wanted to walk away, because the emotions this book stirred were so intense. But, it was like a train wreck, I just couldn't look away, I HAD to know what happened. I didn't skim, I lived through every drag out emotion invoked. Great book, amazing writing, keep at it girl, you've DEFINITELY got it!

This book would have been so better if the Haley wouldn’t have been so damn stubborn. Goodness gracious I was ready to rip my hair out at her attitude and mistrust. She has no communications skills.

Parker had the patience of a saint and Drew was hilarious.

I usually don't leave reviews, but this book gutted me in the best way. I cried, I laugh and I felt. I read all 600 pages in 24 hours because I had to know what was going on next. Some editing is a little rough but I'm positive this author is a new favorite. The story is beautifully broken. I can't wait to start Drew's story.

I could not put this book down until the very last page, the story was so well developed. The characters were so real, it felt like you really knew them. Kudos to your sister for the encouragement that she gave you to write, this is definitely what you were meant to do, looking forward to reading Drew’s story next.

Could not put it down! There's love, heart break, hate and laughter. We all need a BFF like Drew, and a strong love like Parker. No words will do this book justice I'm very selective with my reading but I am definitely looking for more from this author!

This book was seriously phenomenal. I was hooked from the beginning to the end and could barely set it down. I cried, was on the edge of my seat, excited, scared, etc. So many emotions brought by this book. It’s real. It’s raw. It’s heart breaking. It’s heart warming. You get it all. And you won’t regret reading it, I promise.

I am absolutely in love. You never, NEVER get a full length book on here. This one was start to finish, gut wrenching, heartbreaking, butterfly inducing perfection! Thank you Ellie. You have one hell of a fan!

This has became my favorite book of all time!! I loved Haley!! She is strong and doesn’t take no crap from anybody. I want Drew to be my best friend he had me laughing through out the book. I love a book that can make me feel the characters emotions and this one did it. I loved it!! Just awesome!

I absolutely loved this book and could not put it down! It was so well written and I found myself getting sad that I was getting to the end. I wanted more! I look forward to reading more books from this author!

I read every single day but I never take the time to write a review, so the fact that I am here tells you something! This is by far one of the best books I have read in a long time there was so much I laughed and I cried, I felt all the emotions reading it. I never wanted to end, but had to because I couldn’t function in life until it was done!

So I went into this booking not thinking much. But HOLY SH**!!! This is by far the best book that I have read in a LONG time. And let me tell you I read more than the biggest book nerd lol!! This story had me laughing, crying and begging for more! The characters are absolutely amazing. I feel in love with them right away.

Lord lord lord! Can not express how much I loved this book! I read it after getting off a 12 hour night shift, found it on kindle unlimited and thought I would read a few pages before bed!! Nope couldn’t put it down! I full on belly laughed, cried (I’m talking ugly cried where you can’t see what you’re reading) finished the whole thing before my kids even went to bed!

The entire time I was reading this book i kept going between speeding up because I couldn't wait to see what happened next and slowing down because I never wanted it to end. I laughed, I cried, I cussed (a blue streak more than once) and I loved every moment of the experience.

Holy sh***+! I couldn’t put this incredible book down. Intense story of love in all contexts. I’ve read 135 books this year so far and this was by far my favorite of all. I laughed out loud literally and cried throughout the entire book.

There were so many times that I wanted to walk away, because the emotions this book stirred were so intense. But, it was like a train wreck, I just couldn't look away, I HAD to know what happened. I didn't skim, I lived through every drag out emotion invoked. Great book, amazing writing, keep at it girl, you've DEFINITELY got it!

This book would have been so better if the Haley wouldn’t have been so damn stubborn. Goodness gracious I was ready to rip my hair out at her attitude and mistrust. She has no communications skills.

Parker had the patience of a saint and Drew was hilarious.

Awesome!! Absolutely loved this book!!! Please keep writing about this family!!!! I want more Haley and Parker!!! And I definitely want to hear Dress story!!! Oh and Josh and Maria's story would be fantastic!!!

I recommend this for all the broken girls in this world. There are so many great characters that have a big part of Haley's life. I can't wait for the next book. Everyone should have a knight in shining armor because we are all broken in our own way.

Oh my god. When I read these type of books I get that it's going to be some bad family background. This book broke my heart a little with the sorrow, the MC had to go through. I read this book in two days because I needed to know how it was going to end, you won't be disappointed.

I don't think I have ever felt so many emotions over a series that was contained to just one book. I felt every heart break, every fear, every raw moment as if it were myself experiencing it. I don't think I've ever fallen more in love with an author.

I really enjoyed this book. I did think it was a little long for the actual story line but I enjoyed it because the characters banter never let it drag on. The actual climax was disappointing, I feel like it was rushed for how long it was built up. Overall, great writing and characters is what made this book. 5+ stars for me!

This book will leave you laughing, crying, and gasping for more. From beginning to end your heart is invested in each characters. It leaves you with a heartfelt goodbye and is worth every read word from start to finish.

Good story, could use some proof reading. I pushed through most of the book because I thought the story line was good but I feel like the characters could have been developed better and book was in dire need of more descriptive language, not the sexy parts, just over all; scenes and events lacked detail.

This story was different. That's not to say it was bad just different. The twist and turns in the book take you on a fun ride. Don't get turned off by the size. It you like unique stories this is the book for you. Come on try it.

I can’t began to express how painfully beautiful this story is. I was captivated with Parker and so moved by Haley’s story. This is one of the most amazing reads I’ve read in a long time. Thank you for this touching story of love, family and happy endings.

Awesome!! Absolutely loved this book!!! Please keep writing about this family!!!! I want more Haley and Parker!!! And I definitely want to hear Dress story!!! Oh and Josh and Maria's story would be fantastic!!!

I recommend this for all the broken girls in this world. There are so many great characters that have a big part of Haley's life. I can't wait for the next book. Everyone should have a knight in shining armor because we are all broken in our own way.

Oh my god. When I read these type of books I get that it's going to be some bad family background. This book broke my heart a little with the sorrow, the MC had to go through. I read this book in two days because I needed to know how it was going to end, you won't be disappointed.

I don't think I have ever felt so many emotions over a series that was contained to just one book. I felt every heart break, every fear, every raw moment as if it were myself experiencing it. I don't think I've ever fallen more in love with an author.

I really enjoyed this book. I did think it was a little long for the actual story line but I enjoyed it because the characters banter never let it drag on. The actual climax was disappointing, I feel like it was rushed for how long it was built up. Overall, great writing and characters is what made this book. 5+ stars for me!

This book will leave you laughing, crying, and gasping for more. From beginning to end your heart is invested in each characters. It leaves you with a heartfelt goodbye and is worth every read word from start to finish.

Good story, could use some proof reading. I pushed through most of the book because I thought the story line was good but I feel like the characters could have been developed better and book was in dire need of more descriptive language, not the sexy parts, just over all; scenes and events lacked detail.

Wow, this book! It is so intense. Yes, there's a romance story there (and sex scenes, warning if that isn't your thing), but there's so much more. Haley has such a convoluted, terrible past and some serious scars, physical and mental. The plot line continues to twist and turn--it's told from Haley's point of view, but the reader gets little pieces until the entirety of the story comes out. Nothing is ever predictable, and the book completely engrosses you. Even the epilogue surprised me, and there I was thinking it would be a typical, predictable but sweet epilogue. No cliffhanger, just Messe making sure you're completely drawn into the book the ENTIRE time, even the last few pages. The characters are complex and loveable--honestly, I love Parker but I may have been more in love with Drew--and I could not put the book down. I absolutely, highly recommend this very well-written book! It's a level above every other romance I've read, it's SUCH a good book!

Haley ran away from a horribly abusive family when she was sixteen. She hopes on the first bus out of Reno and ends up in Phoenix. There she makes friends and starts to fall for her best friend's brother, Parker. They all know she ran from something horrible, but Haley refuses to talk about it. Eventually, she has to choose between protecting herself or those she loves, stubbornly distancing herself from Parker and his family. But his family has made her a part of their lives and are there for her when she most needs them.
Story: 5
Writing: 4.7
Editing: 4.5
Characters: 5
Heat index: 4

What a rollercoaster ride! The ups and downs kept me hooked to the end. Ellie Messe for your first book all I can say is WOW! I laughed, cried and sighed. This book is so filled with so many emotions you can't help but to get hooked. Haley is a strong and brave women even if she is broken. Sometimes I just wanted to scream at her. Parker knows just what to say with his pretty words. He would make me melt. Drew would make me laugh and I would want to slap him in the back of his head. All of these and the amazing support characters leave me needing to know more about them. I can't wait to see what is in store for her next book.

Wow...ever read a book and finished totally exhausted? This one put me through the wringer, not just because it was soooo long. It was emotionally draining, I don't know how many times I cringed for that poor girl. I'm glad her bestie Drew was so hilarious to put some lightness into all this drama, there's romance too. Haley is on the run from her life, it unfolds as the story progresses. I just wanted to hug her but not too tightly. I don't want to give the story away so hang in there you will be hooked.
I've never heard of this author before, what a thrill to discover her.

This book was an emotional roller coaster and I absolutely loved every minute of this story! I don't usually write reviews but this book was so good I had to. The only mistake I made was starting the book at 10 PM and now my eyes are burning because I literally pulled an all nighter to finish it because I just couldn't stop. I kept telling myself just one more chapter and I will put it down but 10 turned to 12 which turned into 3 and so on. Now I am praying my one year old has mercy on me and gives me an easy day because this momma is tired but the burn in my eyes was so worth it! You can bet I will be reading everything Ellie writes from hear on out. Her words are so beautiful and flow easily from one page to the next. She had me crying one minute then laughing out loud the next. Parker.....oh Parker I fell in love with this character and Haley, my heart ached for her. I can't wait to read more about their story. Thank you Ellie's sister who shall not be named for pushing her into publishing this book. You were right it's amazing!

This girl was handed a F off family and glad she left after everything she went threw in her own home where a child suppose to be safe but wasn’t. I’m glad she found the Haley’s family she finally found a family. At least on of her brothers knew they didn’t want be like there father and other brothers and walked away even though it also meant leaving her behind. After everything she went threw she found love. Everyone has someone just need to let things happen to get you where you suppose be.

They found her...she did everything to hide her identity. How did this happen? She was sooo careful. She used a fake name, gave a different birthday, didn't even use her social security and moved far away...but the found her anyway!!

"Mama didn’t come home.
Daddy liked to hit.
Brothers followed suit.

So I ran.

I ran from that life.
I ran from myself.
I ran into him."

Broken really sucked me right in and kept me wanting more. The beginning of the book kept me on the edge of my seat and then when she started her new life, I actually got sooo consumed into her new life and was just loving it, and then when they found her I gasped like I was watching a thriller..lol Soo all those feelings of helplessness came back and you are hoping she will get away again, but be able to keep her new friends she had just made..Goodness I really enjoyed Broken.

I gave Broken 4 Stars. This was my first read by Ellie Messe and I have a new author I will be stalking in the future!!!

It had me hooked from the beginning. I loved the way this story was told, from Haley's point of view. She made me laugh and made me cry. It was easy to see why her new family came to love her so much, even though she can be a little rough around the edges...but who wouldn't be with her past, and that's what makes her, her. This story has everything I love in a book-excitement, suspense, hot romance, and a couple of knights in shining armor to save the day.
I also love how this is the 1st book the author has ever written and put out there, I believe all on her own (not with professional help). I've always dreamed of putting some of my stories out there for people to read, and maybe sometime I'll try it!

What an truly gripping book. It is one you don't want to put down to find out Haley's story. The author has tons of detail and Drew is such an amazingly funny character and well developed. It will be interesting to see how all of these characters move forward in the next book.

4.5 starts
I loved this book so much as a whole. I will say stick it out there’s a lot here that could probably be broken into two books but was served up as one. I did get super frustrated with Hayley’s character but overall I loved this book!!

I freaking loved this so much. The storyline, the characters, the well written scenes. The fun banter between them and the sexy times, oh lord were they hot! But in all, I seriously could not put it down until I finished, loved it so much

I am like very upset that I read it because the second one is not out and I cannot continue reading about Haley and Parker! Throughout the book, I wanted to throw it and put it down because Haley, UGH! made me so made with her thinking and pushing them away. I know it had to be like that, because if there was no suspense, it would not have been as good. I'm not gone lie, I got so frustrated and annoyed with her, forwards the end of the book, I skipped a few pages. Anyway, GREAT AND AMAZING BOOK!!

I couldn't put it down even though I felt like I needed to, because it gave me all the feels. My emotions literally went through the ringer!! I really felt like I was living the story right along side the characters!! Such a great book and a must read!!!

This book is amazing! I could put it down! I loved the depth, the characters and the story. My new book boyfriend is Parker and book BFF is Drew! Oh I how I wish they were real! Ellie makes you want to be apart their world and never leave. This story is funny and heart wrenching and completely amazing! I can't wait to here Drews story!

This was an intense book. I laughed out loud, cried a bit, was PISSED at Parker, loved Drew and all the while couldn’t feel anything but heartbroken for the fear that RYAN/Haley lived with. It was like I was part of their world. So 5 stars, many thumbs up! Can’t wait for the next book!

All I can say is "I want the next book now please" I absolutely loved every second of this book. I don't know what I loved most about this book. It was laugh till you cry funny at some point. Heart breaking, frustrating to the point you want to scream. But it was all worth it, such an amazing story. Keep writing Ellie Messe, you have a new fan.

Holy sh***+! I couldn’t put this incredible book down. Intense story of love in all contexts. I’ve read 135 books this year so far and this was by far my favorite of all. I laughed out loud literally and cried throughout the entire book.

I LOVE THIS READ! it is a great pace and i love all the characters and their personalities. They story line was perfect only i wish it would have went through her past more to explain more details to understand her fears and emotions. All in all im head over heals for this sad heart breaking story

Love! Great storyline great characters
600 pgs and it's over too soon! Great writing and amazing work! So glad I took my chances it's well worth the read. Laughter tears fear and love all rolled into an amazing story

This book is fab .... If u aren't afraid of language or sex or violence jump on board ......great read loved Drew to death ...Haley is a fantastic character with lots of lip....Parker is a God.....Josh is the shit.....everyone needs to read this story it will make u laugh , smile, an cry but oh what a ride!!!

I liked the plot of the story. There are some grammar and editing errors, that is not an issue for me. I mostly liked the characters, but at towards the end the H and h started getting wishy washy. The h created angst where there didn't need to be any. I'm glad I read the book and would recommend it, I would read this author again. Somethings became redundant, for example, them saying one...two...three..,