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Shattered Beliefs (Oceans Apart Book 1) Kindle Edition

by Maggie Jane Schuler (Author), Mitchell Summers (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars 24 ratings
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Fort Worth held happiness for most residents, but not Milo Garcia. His experiences tormented him and all he focused on revolved around escaping far away from the God-forsaken town.

He settled on two goals for vanishing from his current reality: the completion of his college degree and convincing his mother to follow him.

He held steady, following the course, until an unexpected new British student shattered his Middletown America.

Tired of living his privileged and shallow existence in rural Cambridgeshire, handsome and smart, Edward Baines-Tennant jetted off to the states, intending on completing his studies, while carving his own path in the world.

On the first day of classes, a chance meeting with a brooding stranger spun his world off its axis and sent him on a course of self-discovery. One which forced his eyes open wide; seeing beyond what presented itself and examining how those less fortunate than himself survived.

Meeting his match in Milo, sparks flew. Common sense told him to leave well alone, but his heart desired something more.
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  1. Book 1 of 2
    Oceans Apart
  2. Print length
    255 pages
  3. Language
    English
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    On Kindle Scribe
  5. Publication date
    August 13, 2020
  6. File size
    964 KB
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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0864Y91FB
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ dba Maggie Jane Schuler (August 13, 2020)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ August 13, 2020
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 964 KB
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 255 pages
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars 24 ratings

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  1. Mitchell Summers

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    My name is Mitchell Summers, and it is my sincere pleasure to meet you.

    WELCOME TO MY AUTHOR PAGE!

    I was born on 13th August 1990 and grew up in a single-parent household in Manchester, England, following my parents’ divorce.

    Many would consider I come from a wealthy background, but money wasn’t the issue between my parents–loyalty on both sides was.

    I’m currently in what many would call a complicated relationship, and some would say it is the fallout from my own childhood years, but life is what we make it, and I have a great one.

    There are no children, that I know of, which affords me the luxury of being able to indulge myself in my favourite past-time–daydreaming, but aside from that, my passion is writing; a craft I honed at the University of Salford, where I earned my degree in English Language and Creative Writing.

    Luckily for me, a generous trust fund provides the forum for a fulltime writing career, and while many have tried to coax me into a desk career, my nomadic nature drives me to travel and enjoy the world.

    My hobbies include; Travel, music, art (viewing not producing) and reading. It was my ex who introduced me to the joys of the romance genre, which is quite the change from my preferred genres of thrillers, sci-fi and crime.

    There is so much more to learn about me, but all good things come to those who wait.

    MITCHELL

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  2. Maggie Jane Schuler

    Maggie Jane Schuler

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    Maggie Jane Schuler is a wife, mother of three children who have flown the nest, and teacher by day. While she has always loved to read, the thought of writing her own prose did not strike until she was in the middle of writing her master's thesis. From that point on she was hooked.

    She resides in Southern California. Besides the family and books, she loves baseball. Since the Dodgers, Angels, and Padres are all within a short distance, and the Giants and Athletics a nice weekend jaunt away, she’s got plenty of games to take in during the season. Additionally, she enjoys cooking, movies, the beach, and the local mountains. She’s most content being with her family engaged in whatever activity they have planned.

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4.6 out of 5 stars
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Lisa Marie
5.0 out of 5 stars This book has everything!!
Reviewed in the United States on August 14, 2020
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The angsty drama, so many feels and just the right touch of humor.

Two worlds collide between Edward ever so British and Milo a home grown southern Texan. On the surface these two seem worlds apart, literally. Edward wants to go all in as they figure things out even though while Milo isn’t quite so sure he’s ready for “all in” yet.

The great writing starts with the building of their backstories and picks up through the pages at a speedy clip.

Equally as great as the main characters here are their friends Seth and Logan, and I can’t get enough of Edward’s nosy neighbor Diedra bloody Warner! And just as I’m waiting for Edward’s mum to come to town, OMG you are gifted with a very uncalled for cliffhanger! I will now have to stalk them to get the next installment.
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Mardell Bonasso
5.0 out of 5 stars Opposites do attract, and some times its an incredible love story!
Reviewed in the United States on August 13, 2020
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Milo and Edward are complete opposites. Milo being a Texas boy, yearning to get out from under his father's reputation of being a star football player. He is unwilling to admit he is gay to his family and himself. Edward the elite propper British student wanting to further his education away from home, while seeing how the other half lives, so to speak. Edward has come out to his family and is completely comfortable in his life, until he meets Milo. They share an instant attraction but experience many issues in their journey. First cultural and social adjustments for Edward and the realization that Milo is not ready to come out to his family. This is not my usual genre but I love these two authors and their writing styles. I thoroughly enjoyed this book and look forward to more from them.
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justme_702
5.0 out of 5 stars Destiny Awaits
Reviewed in the United States on September 12, 2021
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Milo Garcia and Edward Baines-Tennant are on a collision course with destiny in this amazing story of Shattered Beliefs by Maggie Jane Schuler and Mitchell Summers. I loved the way Maggie and Mitchell brought Milo and Edward together...with the slow burn and sexually charged build-up. This book grabs the reader and won't let go until the climatic ending, I can’t wait to see what’s up next. If you haven’t read Shattered Beliefs, one-click today and enjoy the ride.
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Alison Q.
5.0 out of 5 stars Love Story for the Ages
Reviewed in the United States on August 13, 2020
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This book is so well written, from 2 different points of view. The transformation and changes to the characters are refreshing, and I look forward to more about them. I was uncomfortable with the topic to start but ended up rooting for the best outcome and happiness for all involved. It is a true beginning love story for the ages. The trials and hurdles reflect a real-life situation, and tug at the heart strings to make it all better. Both these authors continue to amaze me with their depth and versatility. I look forward too many more reads from both!
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Martha L
5.0 out of 5 stars An a amazing wonderful book
Reviewed in the United States on August 20, 2020
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Wow. What an emotional story. Edward is a transfer student from the UK and Milo is from Texas and the two collide and what an emotional meeting with it many ups and downs. There are too many secrets not being shared and that is part of the problem. This is a cliffhanger and now we will have to wait until book 2 comes out to see if they will share their secrets. Enjoy
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Forrest W.
5.0 out of 5 stars Fun
Reviewed in the United States on December 23, 2020
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So out of my box but so enjoyable. Maggie always develops characters that are so human and raw! Mitchell you and Maggie created a storyline that captivated me and kept the pages turning. Thank you again for a throughly entertaining read!!
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Lara Luck
5.0 out of 5 stars Heartfelt
Reviewed in the United States on August 16, 2020
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I thoroughly enjoyed this book. The characters are well written and you are immersed in their world. This book is heart wrenching and real. You live the plight of the characters and feel the emotion. I highly recommend this book
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lefty
5.0 out of 5 stars Great start and very eye opening
Reviewed in the United States on December 12, 2021
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To add in the hate and how some people show their disrespect is such an interesting storyline and makes the characters feel so real.
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li cran
3.0 out of 5 stars Very mixed up mashup
Reviewed in Italy on April 1, 2022
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The use is good, the plot is passable, though rather clichè, but the mixed up development of the character studies leaves a lot to be refinished.
Both the main characters are missing coherency, and even with the excuse of them being young and - relatively - inexperienced, the way each in his own way can't seem to come to terms with their mutual attraction in a coherent manner is slightly offputting. The sad attempt to portray the "Brit" as nob and using/not using the Queen's crown English, as well as the lost opportunity to depict the reality of the poorer hardworking youth Latino descent from a troubled family in any light other than confusing were not well written at all.
Yes, I knew this was a part one of at least a short series, but I won't be continuing it, myself.
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