Heartbreak and Love

Two broken characters finding themselves and each other.

Another fantastic story by Isobel Starling, with complex characters, and an eventful plot. Despite Sim's flaws, it's easy to love him, and I was shouting at him at times to do the right thing. I'm hopeful for a sequel!

The narration was perfect, with Gary creating mesmerising accents (he can talk French to me any day of the week).

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This romance is a Sweet Thing

First book by this author and I love it. Found out this is book 2 and I'm gonna need to read the first one. I enjoyed every moment of this story. From slutty manwhore to a sweet thing. From heartbroken with grief and loss to a sweet thing. Oh the feels. At first Simeon didn't seem to have any redeeming qualities, but after getting to know him you have to admire his strength. Bastian and Simeon's first encounter was the worst and I couldn't see how they would move on. They worked it out slowly though and the relationship blossom into something beautiful. Gary Furlong narration was beyond perfect. He changes accents and character voices seamlessly. I'm in awe of his performance . I was given this audiobook by the Author in exchange for an honest review.

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This book was perfect

I love Isabel Starling's writing! But this book ..this book tops them all - heart wrenching yet beautiful storyline, wonderful writing, perfect narration.

There was heartache and joy, but above all there was passion and hope. The story of Sim and Bast was perfect. We were not spared their grief-stricken pasts nor their tears, but we were also swept along as they finally found a once in a lifetime love.

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Perfectly Sweet and Sexy

Simeon and Bastian are two lost broken souls and Isobel Starling has crafted a wonderful journey where they found love and acceptance. By the end of their journey the cracks have healed but they are still there beneath the surface. Simeon loves his best friend Pieter. But Simeon doesn’t understand why the love he feels is not returned. He then does something stupid and jeopardises that very friendship. What I liked about this story is the the positive rebuilding of relationships and in doing so Simeon is able to understand there are different kinds of love. He is then able to help Bastian heal. The road for them is not smooth and this, along with the very hot scenes, kept me riveted. The scenes were so hot I found myself double checking that no one else around me could hear them! And such a perfect ending, left me feeling uplifted.

Gary Furlong is such a talented narrator. His characterisation of Simeon, Pieter, Bastian and Emily was excellent. His use of language and accents (French & German) fleshed out these characters and brought a new dimension to the story.

I was given a audiobook copy in exchange for an honest opinion.

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Excellent

To be honest I wasn’t sure what to expect from this story and I was not sure what it was about but as I had listened to the Shatterproof Bond set I knew I couldn’t go wrong.
I loved this super story about Simeon and Bastian. The relationship starts out badly with both having issues and you want to be involved and right there with them as they work out their problems and miscommunications. Can’t give too much away so take a chance and listen to this.. I adored the accents Gary gave to all of the characters, superb choice of Narrator..

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Gary Furlong is the star of this read!!!

I listened to the audiobook and Gary Furlong deserves all 5 stars for such an amazing performance. He is a dream narrator, and I'm happy to listen to him anytime..

Sweet thing was a journey through, addiction, unrequited love, new love, lies and secrets, but above all else how true friendship and real love is all that matters, it is the support network we all need in life.

This was my first from this author and I will give some of her others a try, as much as I enjoyed listening, I didn't really connect much with this one, but it certainly hasn't put me off her other books.

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Absolutely stunning

I love redeeming characters and Sim is definitely redeemable. After leaving the clinic he sets out to make amends for all his wrong doings and along the way he meets the man who will complete his life. True love doesn't run smooth for Sim though and there are a few bumps in his road of recovery. It's such a beautiful story. The narrator is absolutely perfect. If you love English/French accents then omg you'll love this story. It's one of those books you don't forget.

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Starling and Furlong- an amazing team

When I see a new release by Isobel Starling with narration by Gary Furlong it's a must buy.

SWEET THING is not your run-of-the-mill tale. It deals with hard subjects like unrequited love, betrayal, loss, addiction and second chances at life and love. The writing is realistic and well observed. It is at times very funny and sweet, and at other times devastatingly gorgeous and heartbreaking.

Simeon and Bastian are beautifully broken and their journey to love is not an easy one, but my goodness its a rewarding listen.

Gary Furlong never ceases to surprise with his range of accents- in this he is English, French and German for multiple characters. Each character is well-defined and individual. He even speaks effortlessly in French and German (which is suuuuper hot!)

The story twists and tangles your emotions in the best ways and the ending is just perfect.
Another masterpeice. Highly recommended.

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Enjoyable

Although this isn’t the best Isabella Starling book that I have read it is still a fantastic book. The characters were interesting and well developed and it was an interesting journey seeing how the main characters were growing in order to gain a functioning and satisfactory relationship

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Mileage may vary

I think it's a testament to Starling's ability to write and Furlong's performance that saw me finish this.

When the two MC's of a romance are unlikeable, it makes for a difficult read. Of course, some readers love petulant bratty boys and older overbearing dominant types, but I find them respectively annoying and creepy. If they are the types of characters you like (along with unhealthy relationships) then I can highly recommend this story.

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