First let me say, this isn't my typical book to read and I accidently asked NetGalley for the book. Having done so, I wanted to honor my request. Was it my cup of tea? No, but I enjoyed the plot line for the most part. Shattered Vows is a obviously the final in a series. Yet, I feel the author gave me enough information to know the characters, Molly, Jase and Carter. Kaylea Cross successfully made Carter a prime character while Jase and Molly discovered love and trust throughout Shattered Vows.

The cons for me was that this was a romantic potboiler complete with miscommunication and sex. At times, these overpowered the storyline which was compelling and kept me wanting to know how Molly and Jase's story would end. The author set the stage for a sequel with three minor characters and I look forward to exploring their story..

We have met Molly in the previous two stories in this series "Fractured Honor" and "Buried Lies" and though you don't have to read them before this book I would recommend it as it will make it much easier to follow the storyline

Jase Weaver always loved Molly Boyd but she fell in love with his best friend so he had to hide his feelings but that didn't mean that they went away Now Molly is the widow of his friend he suffered from PTSD and they were in the process of divorcing when he died. Will he be able to move on with his feelings will he tell Molly how he feels will she resiprocate. The interesting thing about this book is that is a total 180 from the norm her the hero pines for the female character Will they finally get the HEA that they deserve you will need to read to find out

We already know what happens in the prologue from Noah's story.

Is it really necessary to finish this right now, Jase? You should be in bed. At least you haven't lost your sense of humor.

His grandpa must have been very important to him.

The gun salutes are always mystifying to me.

Carter's parents are horrible.

She didn't get the guy's name?

The lackey needs money. Ironic.

Man, the funeral was practically a party compared to this wake.

I don't know that I would have wanted pictures of Carter after the injury.

So creepy and disturbing.

Heehee, Mrs. Wong is fun even when she's hurt!

What is running away going to accomplish?

She can't expect him to wait around, hoping for crumbs.

Aw, poor Ella learned a hard lesson. I hope she can trust men later on.

Janet's a moron.

Dammit. Jase survived war. He gets shot on home soil? That sucks.

Irony is real, Rafe.

Best present ever.

Aw, Carter is definitely watching.

Glad her mom and grandma go their heads out of their butts.

I received an ARC from Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.

Molly is an ER nurse and married to Carter, a former Green Beret, but he came back from a mission with TBI. Their marriage has been going downhill since. She files for divorce but he comes after her. Jase has loved Molly since he meet her, he saw her first but when she laid eyes on Carter, that was it. Now Carter is gone, she’s pregnant, and had debt collectors after her. They want her insurance money but they don’t know how they are going to rule the accident. Jase will do anything to keep her safe and admits his feelings but Molly is scared. She’s been through so much and thinks Jase could turn out like Carter. It takes some time for her to figure out her feelings but she doesn’t want to lose his friendship. She is working and gets threatened by the man wanting the money Carter owed them. Jase comes just in time and chases them. He gets shot after shooting the other two. Can they get him to the hospital in time to save him?

Loved this story. Action, mystery, sex, and a nail biter. There are some parts that may bring a tear to your eye. Romantic and so darn good I hated for it to end.

* Voluntarily read and reviewed this for NetGalley *

* MAY HAVE SOME SPOILERS *

Ms. Cross made me like Molly's husband and feel bad for him in the previous 2 books. I actually was cheering for him that he would be able to overcome his problems so they could work things out, of course beating Molly did bring him down a peg or two in my eyes. I know that Jase and Molly would have never had a chance, but I guess I always root for the damaged people. So other that her husband having to die for this book to happen, I did like their story.

Omg I loved this novel! This author grabbed me from the very first page to the very last. I did not want to put this novel down. I loved this story! There were moments my heart was breaking for these characters and all they had been through. I loved Jase and Molly. I love when a novel can make you laugh, cry and then leave you with a happy heart, this novel did just that for me. I loved it!

4.25 stars-- SHATTERED VOWS is the third instalment in Kaylea Cross’ contemporary, adult CRIMSON POINT romantic suspense series focusing on the people of Crimson Point, Oregon, and a group of former Special Forces soldiers. This is ER nurse Molly Boyd, and thirty-four year old, former Special Forces soldier Sergeant Jase Weaver’s story line. SHATTERED VOWS can be read as a stand alone without any difficulty but I recommend reading the series in order for back story and cohesion as there is an on-going premise throughout.

NOTE: SHATTERED VOWS contains scenes of graphic violence that may not be suitable for more sensitive readers.

If you have not read the previous instalments, there may be some spoilers in my reviews.

Told from several third person perspectives including Molly and Jase SHATTERED VOWS follows the friends to lovers relationship between ER nurse Molly Boyd, and thirty -four year old, former Special Forces soldier Sergeant Jase Weaver. Molly’s husband Carter Boyd’s life spiralled out of control following an IED attack that left him with a traumatic brain injury. Weeks after Carter’s death Molly discovers her late husband’s past has come seeking retribution, retribution Molly is unable to pay. For years Jase Weaver has stayed on the sidelines watching the woman he loves marry his best friend, a friend whose injury destroyed them all. With a second chance to make things right, Jase starts a slow seduction of the woman he loves but a seduction that is stopped before it begins. What ensues is the building romance between Molly and Jase, and the fall-out as Molly is targeted by her late-husband’s past.

Jase Weaver has been in love with his best friend’s wife from the first time they met but Molly fell in love with someone else. Molly’s life was never the same following the IED attack that damaged her husband beyond repair, damages that would destroy Carter’s life.

The relationship between Molly and Jase is a best friend’s wife to lovers romance that focuses on heart break, grief, and the fall-out of war. Molly and Jase struggled with the guilt of moving on while the man they once loved was no longer alive. The $ex scenes are passionate and intense, without the use of over the top, sexually graphic language and text.

We are reintroduced to Sierra and Beckett (Fractured Honor #1), Noah and Poppy (Buried Lies #2), as well as the return of Royal Marine Aidan MacIntyre; and Tiana Fitzgerald. Tiana and Aidan’s story line is next in Rocky Ground.

The world building continues to focus on the friendships and relationships of the former Special Forces soldiers: their struggle to move forward as the ghosts from the past continue to haunt their days and nights.

SHATTERED VOWS is a story of grief and loss, friendships and love, struggle and battling demons from the past. The premise is intriguing and engaging; the characters are colourful, charismatic and spirited; the romance is captivating and seductive. SHATTERED VOWS is a sexy, sensitive and edgy story of second chances and HEA.

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I absolutely love this series! Jase is the perfect hero and Molly is his perfect match. The anticipation for their story was worth it. Carter is gone but he left behind one last ordeal that may cause them even more loss. Full of suspense, tension, and the perfect amount of romance, this is a must read! I cannot wait for the next one.