Title: Unsettled Series
Unsettled (BK 1); Surrounded (BK 2)
Author: S.C. Ellington
After a horrific breakup with her longtime boyfriend,
Brooklyn Caldwell is completely disenchanted with the notion of mingling with
the opposite sex. Damon Williams had been everything she thought she
wanted…until he wasn’t.
In an attempt to escape her heartbreaking past, Brooklyn
seeks refuge in bustling Washington, D.C. where she folds into the fast-paced
society unnoticed…until she meets a young entrepreneur, Logan Colton.
Brooklyn is surprised to find that while she has been
successful in keeping the opposite sex at bay, somehow she is defenseless
against Logan’s confidence and charm—and it doesn’t hurt that he is absurdly
beautiful.
As much as Logan didn’t plan on pursuing her, he is drawn to
Brooklyn’s muted beauty and her witty persona. For all his success, Logan is
ensnared in the coveted world of unequivocal wealth and power, but behind
closed doors is taunted by his own demons and an undeniable need to atone for a
monumental mistake.
As the two embark on a tumultuous obstacle course saturated
with unknown twists and turns, Brooklyn is left to question whether she can
endure the journey ahead.
Everything was falling into place. Even amongst all the
chaos of Washington D.C., Brooklyn and Logan found each other.
Brooklyn never expected Logan...and as it always seems to
happen with her...things fell apart. She has been through this before...was she
strong enough to do it again?
On the outside, Logan was the epitome of wealth and
confidence. Many knew his name but few knew his secrets. He never expected
Brooklyn...but now she's walked away. He knew what they shared mattered to
her...and she...she mattered to him more.
Prep Materials:
1.
Box of tissues 2.
Alcohol 3.
Punching Bag 4.
Ice Cream
5. Stuffed animal to cuddle
If you have gathered the materials in the above list then
you are ready for the double feature review of the Unsettled Series by S.C.
Ellington. Trust me you will need every item, maybe not exactly in that order
though.
Meet Brooklyn Caldwell, she has been hurt, cheated on, lied
to and has experienced one of the deepest losses anyone can. Brooklyn is broken
by her standards, untrusting and will never love anyone like she did her a-hole
ex-boyfriend Damon.
Enter stage left, Logan Colton. He is sexy, accomplished,
rich, can have any girl he wants; and he wants Brooklyn. When this two
seemingly meet by chance and then yet again by what could only be fate;
Brooklyn will be confronted with the decision to give love another chance or
protect what is left of her wounded heart.
There is a lot that happens over the span of these two
books. In book 1 “Unsettled” we are introduced to Brooklyn and what is her
current life situation. We meet her friend Alex and Alex’s boyfriend Jay, we
see her struggle through her unsatisfactory job and deal with her craptastic
boss and we learn about her painful past. But there is something else we learn
in book 1. We learn that Brooklyn is a survivor, and that Brooklyn despite her
experience with love still has a big heart. One that is indeed willing to take
a leap of faith on the hottie CEO who is determined to win her over.
Logan is more than meets the eye, not one for long lasting
relationships and being hurt himself he can’t help but be drawn to Brooklyn.
She is different, refreshing, and normal and all the things he needs/wants in
his life. But Logan has a painful past too and the struggle he has opening up
to Brooklyn is so maddening that it may have you using items #2 and #3 on said
list above.
Logan and Brooklyn’s relationship begins to take shape in
book 1 but not without its drama, cue ex-douchecanoe Damon, a few gossiping
bimbettes and guilt over a horrific event and you have yourself a recipe for
some real angst. Brooklyn has to move on from her past and face the one person
that broke her as well as deal with her trust issues. Logan has to come to
terms with a burden he has been carrying around since he was a child and this
is where book 1 takes you on tailspin of emotion that will literally hurt your
heart, proceed with caution and use item #1, #4 and #5.
And now we go to book 2 “Surrounded” where the stakes are
raised and the emotions are on high. After a dramatic turn of events in book 1
we are left with Logan and his pursuit of Brooklyn in hopes to save the love
they have come to build. In book 2 we get the added bonus of Logan’s POV which
I thought was a nice touch. I wanted inside Logan’s head and book 2 laid out
the red carpet into that brain of his.
We are thoroughly introduced to some more characters
including Logan’s best friend Trevor and his family. We gain more insight into
the family dynamics of the Coltons and in this book Logan is the one truly
facing his demons. We see a stronger side to Brooklyn as well as her loyalty
and love for Logan. She finally takes the big leap into their relationship and
commits to making it work. BUT of course we still need some more drama and we
get it. The emotions in book 2 are intense; there is a high level of guilt,
love and resentment. Logan’s demons are unyielding and Brooklyn’s efforts to
breakthrough are sometimes met with a concrete wall. You will feel every ounce
of emotion in this book. There is a scene towards the end with Logan and his
father, I don’t want to spoil it but I nearly came apart. It is both sad and
beautiful and if you didn’t use item #1 yet this will certainly make you
require it. The scene is both raw and powerful and executed perfectly.
I enjoyed this series. I liked how book 1 focused more on
Brooklyn while book 2 focused more on Logan yet each part enhanced the
relationship between the two characters. The writing is filled with a variety
of tender moments, spicy passionate moments, humor and some quick-witted
comebacks and references that will have you suffering from the giggles. An
entertaining and heartfelt good read.
S.C. Ellington is an African American author who enjoys
expressing her creativity through frequently writing adult, contemporary romance
novels that readers can relate to, but more importantly, enjoy.
Aside from writing, Ellington enjoys curling up with her
e-reader and absorbing herself in novels loaded with emotion, desire, and
passion. She also likes to spend sunny, wistful afternoons, in her hammock
thinking up new ideas for great stories. Her debut novel, Unsettled was
generated while consuming her favorite snacks--hot chocolate and popcorn.
Ellington currently resides on the west coast with her
beautiful Keurig, family and loving friends.
