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The Summerlynn Secrets #1
Shades of Truth
A semi finalist in the 2011 Amazon Breaththrough Novel Awards for young adults, "Shades of Truth" is a novel about the power of truth and who tells it.
After nearly being kidnapped in a bakery, Cadrian Summerlynn decides the next time her father hands her a purse and tells her to take it to Lisbon, the answer is no. Emphasis on the no. If there even is a next time, as her father's disappeared and all his scary associates seem to think she has what he promised them. And she might, only she isn't entirely sure.
She might be able to tell if only Lucas Colton didn't keep distracting her. Too handsome for his own good, he has definite ideas about her father and where Cadrian fits in.
Forced to work together with neither telling the complete truth, will they discover her father's secrets without killing the other?
After nearly being kidnapped in a bakery, Cadrian Summerlynn decides the next time her father hands her a purse and tells her to take it to Lisbon, the answer is no. Emphasis on the no. If there even is a next time, as her father's disappeared and all his scary associates seem to think she has what he promised them. And she might, only she isn't entirely sure.
She might be able to tell if only Lucas Colton didn't keep distracting her. Too handsome for his own good, he has definite ideas about her father and where Cadrian fits in.
Forced to work together with neither telling the complete truth, will they discover her father's secrets without killing the other?
- GenresYoung Adult
284 pages, Kindle Edition
First published March 22, 2011
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About the author
C.L. Stockton
6 books17 followersA self proclaimed word nerd, C.L. Stockton has always been happiest while scribbling in notebooks or tapping away at a computer keyboard. She began by rewriting movies or stories when clearly the ending was all wrong. It wasn't long before she gave up on Hollywood and began writing her own stories.
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May 7, 2013
I downloaded this when it was free. So far some of the free books I have downloaded I either don't like or kinda like. I absolutely LOVED this book. I could not keep it down!! I even stayed up until 5am to finish it! I really couldn't put it down!! I really hope there is more to this story!! I did not want it to end.
April 25, 2013
WHAT?! That cannot be the ending! Please, please let there be another book to follow. I hope there is as I need to know what happens next.
Aside from the ending, I loved this book. I "bought" it when it was free on amazon and wasn't really expecting too much but once I started reading I couldn't put it down.
The story is about a girl called Cadriana who is forced to flee with a stranger called Lucas Colton when the home she shares with her father is ambushed. Cadriana's father gives her some cryptic clues to follow as she leaves but she has no idea why her or her father would be a target and doesn't know what to believe or who to trust. The only person she has to speak to is Colton, who she is trying not to fall for. Gradually, throughout the story as secrets are revealed we begin to find out who Cadriana's father is and what Colton's involvement is.
Cadriana is a very independent and witty character, and I loved the relationship between her and Colton (who is really hot!). Some of the arguments they had were hilarious, as they are both very stubborn. I also really enjoyed the setting as it made a nice change from a modern day backdrop. I liked the supporting characters too and felt they really added to the story .
I will definitely be buying any more books in this series (please let there be more!) and will keep an eye out for other books by this author.
Aside from the ending, I loved this book. I "bought" it when it was free on amazon and wasn't really expecting too much but once I started reading I couldn't put it down.
The story is about a girl called Cadriana who is forced to flee with a stranger called Lucas Colton when the home she shares with her father is ambushed. Cadriana's father gives her some cryptic clues to follow as she leaves but she has no idea why her or her father would be a target and doesn't know what to believe or who to trust. The only person she has to speak to is Colton, who she is trying not to fall for. Gradually, throughout the story as secrets are revealed we begin to find out who Cadriana's father is and what Colton's involvement is.
Cadriana is a very independent and witty character, and I loved the relationship between her and Colton (who is really hot!). Some of the arguments they had were hilarious, as they are both very stubborn. I also really enjoyed the setting as it made a nice change from a modern day backdrop. I liked the supporting characters too and felt they really added to the story .
I will definitely be buying any more books in this series (please let there be more!) and will keep an eye out for other books by this author.
May 24, 2016
Grab your blanket, cup of tea (or coffee) and a big box of tissues and get settled in because once you start reading Shades of Truth, you won't be bothered by anything other than the roof on fire.
Yes, it was that tremendous. My favorite aspect of this book? The WIT. Oh Holy Mac and Cheese... the dialogue was outstanding. OUTSTANDING. Stockton writing was a mountainous lava cake, overflowing with rich, finger licking good verbal sparing matches that made me laugh, pump fist the air and cry. She delivered a five star dining experience full of dynamic dialogue, evolving characters, gut wrenching twists, polished storylines and all consuming emotional pull.
My one minor critique would be the world building. I felt that there should have been a bit more description to ground the reader as to the time period, social parameters and technology level.
Cadrian and Lucas were bewitching. I was held captive by their personalties, their dialogue and their emotions. The book immediately threw you into the heart of the action and catapulted me deep into the heart of the characters. My mind was working the whole time, sifting through clues and second guessing possible options.
The relationships were organic and fresh. They weren't forced. She didn't wrangle characters into situations that weren't fitting with the storyline or their personality. Stockton created effortless flow and pacing.
Stockton brewed a masterful blend to ensare my mind and heart. Bravo!
Yes, it was that tremendous. My favorite aspect of this book? The WIT. Oh Holy Mac and Cheese... the dialogue was outstanding. OUTSTANDING. Stockton writing was a mountainous lava cake, overflowing with rich, finger licking good verbal sparing matches that made me laugh, pump fist the air and cry. She delivered a five star dining experience full of dynamic dialogue, evolving characters, gut wrenching twists, polished storylines and all consuming emotional pull.
My one minor critique would be the world building. I felt that there should have been a bit more description to ground the reader as to the time period, social parameters and technology level.
Cadrian and Lucas were bewitching. I was held captive by their personalties, their dialogue and their emotions. The book immediately threw you into the heart of the action and catapulted me deep into the heart of the characters. My mind was working the whole time, sifting through clues and second guessing possible options.
The relationships were organic and fresh. They weren't forced. She didn't wrangle characters into situations that weren't fitting with the storyline or their personality. Stockton created effortless flow and pacing.
Stockton brewed a masterful blend to ensare my mind and heart. Bravo!
May 13, 2013
Really? WTF...why, why did it have to end that way, i need to know more of Sorin and Cadrian, what a cliffhanger ending.
I really enjoyed reading this novel the more i got in to the story, the more i wanted to know about it. I loved the two main characters Sorin and Cadrian, their chemistry was so addicting...though i loved Sorin's brother Rob too, made the story more enjoyable. I don't know if there will be another book to this one but i sure hope so, not the ending i expected. Great story, i was lucky to get it for free but it's worth the regular price!
I really enjoyed reading this novel the more i got in to the story, the more i wanted to know about it. I loved the two main characters Sorin and Cadrian, their chemistry was so addicting...though i loved Sorin's brother Rob too, made the story more enjoyable. I don't know if there will be another book to this one but i sure hope so, not the ending i expected. Great story, i was lucky to get it for free but it's worth the regular price!
May 3, 2013
I loved this story except the damn ending. Talk about a cliffhanger. I was all built up with anticipation, ready to find out what was going on and if Cadrian and Colton take their relationship further and it all just quickly ended, not even giving us a clue if there are going to be more books.
PLEASE LET THERE BE MORE BOOKS....
PLEASE LET THERE BE MORE BOOKS....
June 13, 2013
the time period threw me off but other than that it was a good read. I hope there is a next one.
May 18, 2025
I know I’m biased.
As the first book I ever wrote, “Shades of Truth” holds a special place in my heart. The relationship between Cadrian and Colton was a ton of fun to write. They truly do play off the other so well and their chemistry? Hot.
Again, I write by scenes and the very first scene I wrote was their goodbye in the final chapter. Sorry not sorry for the cliffhanger.
As the first book I ever wrote, “Shades of Truth” holds a special place in my heart. The relationship between Cadrian and Colton was a ton of fun to write. They truly do play off the other so well and their chemistry? Hot.
Again, I write by scenes and the very first scene I wrote was their goodbye in the final chapter. Sorry not sorry for the cliffhanger.
April 19, 2013
I love this book!
The characters are great. Would love to met Colton in person.
A fun read--enjoyed myself greatly!! Can't wait for the next book.
The characters are great. Would love to met Colton in person.
A fun read--enjoyed myself greatly!! Can't wait for the next book.
May 20, 2013
This book was was not my typical read! The time period threw me off but I enjoyed it nonetheless! There had better be another book or I may have to change my rating! :)
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