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Solace From Shadows: Where Mortality and Eternity Collide (Heart and Soul Book 1) Kindle Edition

by R. W. Patterson (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars 53 ratings
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Solace From Shadows, the first supernatural romance novel in the completed Heart and Soul series, is a tribute to lost souls who stumble from the shadows of who they were, and into the light of who they were meant to be... What happens when every moment, tucked within five brief days, becomes a memory? Each touch, and every whisper becomes a soul's sustenance to live, to hold on, when all seems lost? What if these few days were all that remained in the hourglass of a life lived? A day of rescue. A day of discovery. A day of togetherness. Another of resolution. On the last day...is it one of hope or tragedy? Life or resurrection...or both? After a tragic wreck claims Elaine Pearson's family, she embarks on a solo hiking trek into the Blue Ridge Mountains. She only wants to escape her blighted past and the pain of her broken heart. But through a chance encounter with a protective, mysterious stranger, she is thrust into a world where dark creatures that haunted her childhood nightmares are now stalking her from the shadows...and trailing her up a mountain. During a summer sabbatical, Duke University geneticist, Dr. Ian Kearney, finds Elaine stumbling along the Bartram Trail alone. His slumbering hybrid vampire/lycan soul slowly begins to awaken, and he is unable to resist or deny the persistent soul stirrings that leave him craving a mate. His forgotten human self, however, is also awakening...and the man within wants everything he knows he shouldn't--her. Solace From Shadows introduces Elaine, a young widow trying to make amends with her painful past; and Ian, a unique hybrid embodying both vampire and lycan DNA who is searching for more than the hollow existence he's created among humans. Their struggle to find peace, while coping with a resurrecting past, becomes a test of determination and fortitude when letting go is impossible. R. W. Patterson recognizes the books in the Heart and Soul series are recommended for Adult Audiences as they contain mature scenes and violence. She also recognizes for story flow, readers are encouraged to read the series in order: Solace from Shadows, Light and Shadows, Dark Night of the Soul, and Light Over Dark Water. Each book is not intended as a stand-alone work.
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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B01A1NCMIS
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ (December 31, 2015)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ December 31, 2015
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 1052 KB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
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  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 325 pages
  • Page numbers source ISBN ‏ : ‎ 1980461635
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars 53 ratings

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Ramonica (Rae) W. Patterson was born and raised in Houston, Texas – calling Washington, DC, and Virginia temporary homes en route to her current residence in Austin, TX. When not penning a novel, she spends quality time with her five sons, husband, Annie, the family’s sassy calico cat, and Sadie, the precocious family dog. Her education boasts degrees in sociology & psychology, as well as special education. A ‘closet writer’ for most of her life, R.W. Patterson appreciates a quick turn of phrase, humor, inspiration, romance, and God winks. She is also a breast cancer survivor and advocates for well checks and mammograms.

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BOOK REVIEWS AND STAR RATINGS ARE WELCOME!

The Heart and Soul series includes four books, and are not intended as stand-alone novels. For optimum flow, it is recommended they are read in order; Solace From Shadows, Light and Shadows, Dark Night of the Soul, and Light Over Dark Water, the last in the series.

Thank you to all of the readers following the journey of Elaine and Ian! Each of you are appreciated.

Much love, and gratitude.

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Amazon-a-holic
5.0 out of 5 stars Ugh! That ending!
Reviewed in the United States on November 5, 2020
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This book quickly caught my undivided attention and held it to the last page, I needed to know ...
Honestly couldn't put it down, and it's been a while since a book has had this kind of pull on me.
There is so much mystery and intrigue, I read every chance I could, looking for the answers.
That being said, I have a love-hate relationship with this one. Yes, it is sooo good, it held me captive. The love story is just the kind of romance I like.
It did get hung up with a little too much repetition, kind of the same dialogue/conversation/scenes, one, or two, or three too many times -- which left me rolling my eyes at times, because that, to me, isn't realistic that a couple would hash the same thing, over and over with no new light added -- and then when it ended, I have to admit, it left me a little annoyed. Not in the usual, oh, my goodness, I have to get the next one right away, kind of feeling when I reach a cliffy. In fact, I am undecided as to whether I'm capable of going down another rabbit hole where the story is full of repetition and fluff, and still doesn't deliver. The thought of getting sucked into it again, only to still not get the answers, is too much for me. I'll have to think about it, but thinking about this story only makes me want to read more...
Ugh! The dilemma.
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ManaTapMomma
5.0 out of 5 stars Paranormal slice of life ... while camping.
Reviewed in the United States on June 13, 2019
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Who would have guessed that this slow burn introduction (which I LOVE) would bring me to tears in the first chapter.

Back story - that will be surmised in a sentence - I lost five people in my family within 2 years and found out an aunt had blood cancer three months after my mothers passing. ... *Awkward throat clearing* Soooo... the start of this novel starts off with you realizing that the MC's husband and children are no longer of this world. It was so artfully written that I was brought to tears on more than one occasion. I've read countless books and sometimes the way that it was described never rung a bell in my heart. It sort of dully chimed and I flipped to the next page.

Not in this book.

Hold my heart because I might ugly cry!

The emotions, inner turmoil, and overall need to escape pushed Elaine to the mountains for a hiking trip that would bring her heart and soul some peace. What she finds there shakes the very foundations of her being and awakens nightmares that she thought she had long suppressed.

Following along Elaine as she camped out, hiked, soul searched, got chased by a bear... did I say that? Nooooo. I didn't say that. There was no bear. I ran for my life with this girl and felt every quaking emotion in her shattered heart. There are no words to bring to justice the beauty, laughter, tears, and joy that I experienced while reading this book.

And Ian? Oh, be still my heart! He can swagger on into my dreams any day.

There is a blooming relationship that you get to watch unfurl before your eyes, and the ending had my One Click finger itching to snag book 2 before my brain would explode.

It's dark and dangerous meets paranormal slice of life and peppered with hints that things are only going to pick up from here. That is another book, a wonderful journey, I'm looking forward to taking with this new beloved author that I have been gifted with stumbling upon.

This book is fantastic and I can only urge you to give it a try. It will not disappoint.
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Erica
4.0 out of 5 stars Soulful
Reviewed in the United States on January 19, 2021
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This is a story with great conflict at its core which is always captivating. It revolves around a couple seemingly pre-ordained to be together. The intensity and passion are powerfully portrayed. I liked the strong heroine and the brisk pacing.
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Jeannette A.
5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing writing
Reviewed in the United States on February 26, 2020
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An enthralling story filled with emotion and action that will keep you riveted and waiting for the next stage of Elaine's journey. She is grief stricken and seeking solace she travels to the mountains where she encounters dangers and experiences that leave her vulnerable and yet open to a stranger that risks his own safety to help her. A paranormal journey that boggles the mind. Ramonica Patterson certainly has a talent for putting words together.
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Jennifer
5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing Read
Reviewed in the United States on February 24, 2022
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I could not put this book down! Passion, fire and suspense mixed with love. Highly recommend. Excited to find out this just the beginning of the series.
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gus
5.0 out of 5 stars Next book please!
Reviewed in the United States on August 29, 2017
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I'm totally hooked now and have to get the next one. Solace was so descriptive & well-written I could see the whole book in my head, like a movie. I am peeved at the ending though! Have to find out what happens to Elaine!!!! I highly recommend this book to anyone who enjoys an imaginative, fast-paced, heart-pounding read. Thank you R.W.!
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JP Roth
5.0 out of 5 stars A real rollercoaster
Reviewed in the United States on January 13, 2021
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I loved every second of this read. Extremely relatable and romantic, the writing is lush. A real feast for the senses. The bit of intrigue is fascinating, read this book in a single sitting.
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Heidi Hines
4.0 out of 5 stars Interesting supernatural romance
Reviewed in the United States on March 21, 2020
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4.5 stars... This is a new author to me. It took a bit to get the hang of her writing style and took a bit of time to get into this story, but once I did, I was totally invested. Looking forward to book two.
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