Broken: Resurrected Heart Series is a suspenseful love story by Shannon Hrimnak. Katelyn, a divorced single mother with a seven-year-old daughter, owned a successful floral business. Katelyn found solace each day on a park bench with an ocean view. Katelyn often contemplated how her life might change if she had someone to share it with. Ryker “Shadow” Kauffman, a former Navy SEAL, had lost his entire team. When Ryker learned about a fellow SEAL who started his own security company, Knight Security, he applied for a position. Ryker sought a less demanding job, believing that his job at Knight Security would be relatively calm. Every morning, Ryker noticed Katelyn sitting on the bench and felt drawn to her. When Ryker stopped by Katelyn’s floral shop, there was an instant spark between them.

Broken: Resurrected Heart Series, book 5, by Shannon Hrimnak is filled with intrigue, mystery, stalking, and suspense. I was captivated from the very first page and found myself racing through the chapters. The story had loads of action, keeping me in constant suspense about what might happen. I sat on the edge of my seat, trying to guess what twist would come next, right up until the conclusion. The characters came across as authentic, and the members of Knight Security felt like a close-knit family. The chemistry between Ryker and Katelyn was undeniable, and Katelyn truly blossomed throughout the story. I was eager to discover the developments in their relationship. The writing was exquisite, with alternating chapters focused on Katelyn and Ryker. The tale concluded with a cliffhanger, leaving me impatient to see what unfolds in the sequel.

Broken: Resurrected Heart Series Book 5 by Shannon Hrimnak explores Katelyn’s journey of self-discovery, resilience, and the challenges of trusting again. A loving mother to her daughter and a successful business owner with a thriving floral shop, Katelyn appears to have crafted a life full of meaning. Yet beneath the surface, she struggles with a profound sense of incompletion as she searches for true love. She meets Ryker “Shadow” Kauffman, a retired Navy SEAL. Their worlds intersect when Katelyn is targeted by a dangerous stalker, a threat that pulls Ryker into her life as her protector.

Katelyn’s longing to rediscover herself beyond her roles as a mother and businesswoman intersects with Ryker’s journey away from a life defined by shadows. Their shared experiences become the gateway to understanding, trust, and the possibility of love that has eluded them both. Their journey unfolds with steady tension and moments of tenderness and suspense as they wrestle with their hesitations and hopes for the future. The writing is engaging, focusing on character-driven storytelling. Shannon Hrimnak does a commendable job of crafting Katelyn's and Ryker’s perspectives, exploring their inner conflicts and motivations. The prose is descriptive and straightforward, immersing the reader in the characters’ emotions without overindulging in flowery language. Broken is for anyone who enjoys stories featuring protective, stoic protagonists and resilient, independent heroines navigating second-chance love or healing from past heartbreaks. It’s ideal for those looking for a romance that balances emotional intensity with suspense without veering too far into action-packed territory, maintaining a focus on personal connection and trust.