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Sophie Shields #3
The Shatterproof Heart
Sophie Shields has been captured by the person she's been trying to escape for most of her life. The powerful politician who molested her when she was only a child. She changed her name, her hair color, and moved across the country multiple times to get away from him, but Benjamin Powell has been intent on finding her.
And when he finally has her in his grasp, he will make her pay for abandoning him and leaving him crippled.
Unless Snow can stop him.
But this man is so evil that even Snow, the violent, unhinged, fearless part of Sophie, begins to feel afraid.
Will Sophie ever break free and see Cole again?
And when he finally has her in his grasp, he will make her pay for abandoning him and leaving him crippled.
Unless Snow can stop him.
But this man is so evil that even Snow, the violent, unhinged, fearless part of Sophie, begins to feel afraid.
Will Sophie ever break free and see Cole again?
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First published April 18, 2017
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About the author
Loretta Lost
24 books515 followersLoretta Lost is a USA Today bestselling author who writes stories about survivors. She is the author of the CLARITY series and Sophie Shields novels. She lives in Toronto, Canada with adorable cats, and she hopes to find a good boyfriend who isn't fictional before all her hair turns grey.
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Fun fact: The author's real name is Nadia-- she chose her pen name because her sister's name is Loretta, and her sister is lost.
Follow @loretta.lost on Instagram, @LorettaLost on Twitter, or connect on Facebook: www.facebook.com/LorettaLost
You can also subscribe to Loretta's mailing list for updates and a free book: www.eepurl.com/O0WTL
Fun fact: The author's real name is Nadia-- she chose her pen name because her sister's name is Loretta, and her sister is lost.
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January 11, 2018
Loretta delivers again with another amazing addition to the Sophie Shields series. While our heroes have gone through some dark times before, this is by far the toughest journey they have had. To put things simply, it can be heart breaking at times, but you know that they’re strong and smart enough to find a way through. I really hope that we get more of Sophie, Scar, Snow, and Cole.
May 10, 2017
Umm
Glad they ended up together. Buy wow way too vulgar and violent for me . More so than the other two books
Glad they ended up together. Buy wow way too vulgar and violent for me . More so than the other two books
May 13, 2023
The Shatterproof Heart - Loretta Lost: A Review
“Love isn’t safe, Cole. By definition, love means risking everything.”
Rating: ★★
Read time: 1 Day
Spicy: 🌶️🌶️🌶️
Spotify Playlist: N/A. I just couldn’t do it.
TWs: GRAPHIC SEXUAL VIOLENCE. Drug use, violence, child sexual abuse, pregnancy loss, mental illness, murder.
A BRIEF SYNOPSIS
Sophie was been abducted by the man who abused her as a child, Benjamin. She wakes up tied to a bed, drugged, with no idea of where she is. Cole, Lucianna, Rodrigez, and Zack all try to save her before it is too late.
THINGS I LIKED
Not much. I say that liberally. What. The. Fuck. Was. This. Book. I like Rodrigez. I like Lucianna. I liked Zack until about 75% completion. I liked that it took me about 3 hours total to read the book, so I would never have to read it again.
THINGS I FELT NEUTRAL ABOUT *SPOILERS*
I don’t even know where to begin. I hadn’t mentioned it in my other reviews, but so much of these books felt like old fanfiction I used to read as a 12-year-old. There have been so many tropes in these books, friends to lovers, chosen family, multiple personalities, millionaires, fake family, etc. I just did not think the author would possibly add another. I said to a co-worker while I was reading The Bulletproof Boy that I think the author may just be pulling tropes out of a hat at this point. Absolutely wild.
THINGS I DIDN’T LIKE *SPOILERS*
Most of it. Literally, 75% of it. Get ready for my rant. Never, in any book that I have read, have I seen this. Just details beyond what was necessary. If the author was going for shock value, she definitely got it. This book just brought the already lack of realism to a surprising new level. The switching back and forth between chapters was just jolting. We would go from something so sickening and cruel to Cole talking to his Family friend about his parents. It just did not make sense to me.
Now, let's talk about Snow.
This is when I stopped. Closed the tab on my computer. Took a deep breath. Screamed into my hands. I was done. I didn’t think I could do it anymore. The only reason I continued was for Only to be disappointed again by the fact that guess what? The complete lack of realistic behavior at this point just had me going in circles. I just laughed. I couldn’t do anything else. I had to stop attempting to make sense of any of it. It doesn’t make logical sense. My brain can’t handle it. Send help.
CONCLUSION
I am reiterating that I am not usually a picky reader. This just literally blew my absolute mind. I have nothing against Loretta Lost as an author. She wrote her story the way she wanted to write it and she did it well. It’s just not the story for me at this point. I apparently value realism much more than I thought I did. I genuinely do not know if I will be finishing the series. If I do, it won’t be because I actually want to know what happens, It will be because I want to know just how further insane it can get.
“Love isn’t safe, Cole. By definition, love means risking everything.”
Rating: ★★
Read time: 1 Day
Spicy: 🌶️🌶️🌶️
Spotify Playlist: N/A. I just couldn’t do it.
TWs: GRAPHIC SEXUAL VIOLENCE. Drug use, violence, child sexual abuse, pregnancy loss, mental illness, murder.
A BRIEF SYNOPSIS
Sophie was been abducted by the man who abused her as a child, Benjamin. She wakes up tied to a bed, drugged, with no idea of where she is. Cole, Lucianna, Rodrigez, and Zack all try to save her before it is too late.
THINGS I LIKED
Not much. I say that liberally. What. The. Fuck. Was. This. Book. I like Rodrigez. I like Lucianna. I liked Zack until about 75% completion. I liked that it took me about 3 hours total to read the book, so I would never have to read it again.
THINGS I FELT NEUTRAL ABOUT *SPOILERS*
I don’t even know where to begin. I hadn’t mentioned it in my other reviews, but so much of these books felt like old fanfiction I used to read as a 12-year-old. There have been so many tropes in these books, friends to lovers, chosen family, multiple personalities, millionaires, fake family, etc. I just did not think the author would possibly add another. I said to a co-worker while I was reading The Bulletproof Boy that I think the author may just be pulling tropes out of a hat at this point. Absolutely wild.
THINGS I DIDN’T LIKE *SPOILERS*
Most of it. Literally, 75% of it. Get ready for my rant. Never, in any book that I have read, have I seen this. Just details beyond what was necessary. If the author was going for shock value, she definitely got it. This book just brought the already lack of realism to a surprising new level. The switching back and forth between chapters was just jolting. We would go from something so sickening and cruel to Cole talking to his Family friend about his parents. It just did not make sense to me.
Now, let's talk about Snow.
This is when I stopped. Closed the tab on my computer. Took a deep breath. Screamed into my hands. I was done. I didn’t think I could do it anymore. The only reason I continued was for Only to be disappointed again by the fact that guess what? The complete lack of realistic behavior at this point just had me going in circles. I just laughed. I couldn’t do anything else. I had to stop attempting to make sense of any of it. It doesn’t make logical sense. My brain can’t handle it. Send help.
CONCLUSION
I am reiterating that I am not usually a picky reader. This just literally blew my absolute mind. I have nothing against Loretta Lost as an author. She wrote her story the way she wanted to write it and she did it well. It’s just not the story for me at this point. I apparently value realism much more than I thought I did. I genuinely do not know if I will be finishing the series. If I do, it won’t be because I actually want to know what happens, It will be because I want to know just how further insane it can get.
January 11, 2018
This starts off right where the last book left off... so if you haven't read the series, I'd suggest going back and reading it from the beginning. It's amazing! That being said...
Poor Sophie has been kidnapped by the man who abused her repeatedly as a child. A lot of what she went through (while people that loved her searched diligently) was hard to read. It was real and graphic... but at the same time I couldn't stop reading . It was a page turner. I literally read this whole book in about six hours almost non stop. I was on the edge of my seat. The twists and turns is one of the things I love about Loretta Lost's writing. I never see it coming and I am left with my jaw hanging... reading as fast as I can to get more.
Hearing her start to integrate with herself was awesome... the conversations between her alts were some of my favorite parts.
This book made me laugh, made me cringe a lot, and made me cry. If she decides to write more of Sophie's story I would read it in a heartbeat, but I was left with a completed feeling. I hesitate to say more... no spoilers here lol .
So now I anxiously await her next series :) She just gets better and better with every book :)
Poor Sophie has been kidnapped by the man who abused her repeatedly as a child. A lot of what she went through (while people that loved her searched diligently) was hard to read. It was real and graphic... but at the same time I couldn't stop reading . It was a page turner. I literally read this whole book in about six hours almost non stop. I was on the edge of my seat. The twists and turns is one of the things I love about Loretta Lost's writing. I never see it coming and I am left with my jaw hanging... reading as fast as I can to get more.
Hearing her start to integrate with herself was awesome... the conversations between her alts were some of my favorite parts.
This book made me laugh, made me cringe a lot, and made me cry. If she decides to write more of Sophie's story I would read it in a heartbeat, but I was left with a completed feeling. I hesitate to say more... no spoilers here lol .
So now I anxiously await her next series :) She just gets better and better with every book :)
May 5, 2018
Sophie Shields has been abducted by the very same man that raped her when she was a child. It's up to her to escape.
I have read all of Loretta Losts books and I have to say that while I enjoyed the story I did find a lot of it to be really graphic and violent. There were times that I had to walk away from the book for just a little bit. But like all her books though you can't stay away for long. All in all a good read just be prepared for the violence and graphic sex.
I have read all of Loretta Losts books and I have to say that while I enjoyed the story I did find a lot of it to be really graphic and violent. There were times that I had to walk away from the book for just a little bit. But like all her books though you can't stay away for long. All in all a good read just be prepared for the violence and graphic sex.
August 11, 2021
Reads like a triple x sex book.
I read the first book in this series and really enjoyed it. The second was okay but long and boring in spots. Got pretty good at the end so I paid for the third. I'm 24% into it and it starts reading like a cheap sex novel. If I wanted a sex novel, I would have bought one of those. I regret paying $4.99 for this last book. I won't be reading any more of her books and I'm not finishing this one.
I read the first book in this series and really enjoyed it. The second was okay but long and boring in spots. Got pretty good at the end so I paid for the third. I'm 24% into it and it starts reading like a cheap sex novel. If I wanted a sex novel, I would have bought one of those. I regret paying $4.99 for this last book. I won't be reading any more of her books and I'm not finishing this one.
January 8, 2024
I’ve throughly enjoyed this series. Great storyline, very detailed and keeps you engaged. HOWEVER, this book in particular is very graphic.
**TRIGGER WARNING**
The detailing in this book is extremely graphic on sexual abuse, abduction, and drug abuse to victim, so that sexual abuse & torture may occur easily.
This book also goes more in depth with mental/manic episodes.
This book is extremely well written and I look forward to reading the next book in the series.
**TRIGGER WARNING**
The detailing in this book is extremely graphic on sexual abuse, abduction, and drug abuse to victim, so that sexual abuse & torture may occur easily.
This book also goes more in depth with mental/manic episodes.
This book is extremely well written and I look forward to reading the next book in the series.
January 12, 2018
After reading both Fireproof Girl and Bulletproof Boy there was no need to test the water.
I was totally emerged back into the story with Sophie ,Cole....from the first page.
Strong characters,well written story line and an eye for detail have made Shatterproof Heart by Loretta Lost another enjoyable read.
I was totally emerged back into the story with Sophie ,Cole....from the first page.
Strong characters,well written story line and an eye for detail have made Shatterproof Heart by Loretta Lost another enjoyable read.
March 9, 2018
As Great As the First Two!
Loretta Lost nailed awesome characters, a great story and the novel is paced beautifully. This series is just plain awesome. This definitely has my inner Book Junkie screaming for more. So, I can readily give my highest recommendation to get it and hop on this wild, crazy ride!
Loretta Lost nailed awesome characters, a great story and the novel is paced beautifully. This series is just plain awesome. This definitely has my inner Book Junkie screaming for more. So, I can readily give my highest recommendation to get it and hop on this wild, crazy ride!
March 31, 2018
There needs to be another book
There are still too many questions left unanswered in this series, especially in this last book which brought up even more! I can't even read the Eternity series because Clarity and this one were more than a little depressing, but at least Clarity had a real ending. It seems like this one just stopped.
There are still too many questions left unanswered in this series, especially in this last book which brought up even more! I can't even read the Eternity series because Clarity and this one were more than a little depressing, but at least Clarity had a real ending. It seems like this one just stopped.
October 28, 2018
Shockingly well written!
The graphic nature and language are a little extreme for some to read. Amazing what your mind can do to when placed under such stressful situations. Add another someone to the world of PTSD while simply trying to get through the daily grind. Well written giving the reader an in depth understanding of the main character.
The graphic nature and language are a little extreme for some to read. Amazing what your mind can do to when placed under such stressful situations. Add another someone to the world of PTSD while simply trying to get through the daily grind. Well written giving the reader an in depth understanding of the main character.
July 11, 2018
The most graphic of the trilogy, Sophie's character is way out in this one. One tip on these books; you almost have to read them in order and you really can't read them independently as book #1 and #2 end in cliffhangers. Still I thought they were worthwhile even if a bit too romantic.
June 4, 2017
I found book #3 too detailed where the storyline was evident the detail was not necessary.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
June 16, 2018
Wow what a ride!
I haven't done anything for a day and a half except read! Book 3 is just as good as 1 & 2.
I haven't done anything for a day and a half except read! Book 3 is just as good as 1 & 2.
July 2, 2018
I love this author!!
I fell in love with these characters. Please keep up the good work! I will look forward to seeing more books
I fell in love with these characters. Please keep up the good work! I will look forward to seeing more books
September 4, 2018
This book has incredibly graphic physical and sexual violence, far more than the previous two novels. You've been warned.
October 8, 2019
Another gripping read but I did find some of the scenes difficult to read - very raw and disturbing . . .
October 13, 2019
Great read
Ready for the next book in the series. This series can touch home with anyone that has a mental disorder.
Ready for the next book in the series. This series can touch home with anyone that has a mental disorder.
May 30, 2020
#3 in the FREE series loved it, must read #4 next, which I think you pay for.
June 14, 2020
Excellent
Overwhelming at times. Well written. Will happiness ever come? It seems unlikely. Can I take the heartache of reading another book in the series?
Overwhelming at times. Well written. Will happiness ever come? It seems unlikely. Can I take the heartache of reading another book in the series?
April 1, 2021
Trauma trigger alert. This book took it too far. It made me stop reading the series.
February 9, 2022
This one was way too graphic and some aspects didn't make sense, especially the ending. I was definitely disappointed in this one!
May 1, 2017
OMG
What? Was this book written by a different author. I loved the other books, but this one was so contrived, hard to believe this was book 3. Since I like the author I will read a new book by her before I give up. Hard to recommend.
What? Was this book written by a different author. I loved the other books, but this one was so contrived, hard to believe this was book 3. Since I like the author I will read a new book by her before I give up. Hard to recommend.
January 11, 2018
Riveting combination of violence, love, kind-hearted moments of laughter and ultimate victory of hope. Cannot wait to discover the new horizons through future publications from this talented writer.
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