SECOND CHANCES: WAITING IN THE WINGS is a poignant, emotional and even sometimes harsh look at the world involving rape and the drugs that help enable this abominable behavior in people. Two innocent lives are forever changed and there's no going back to right the wrongs in this incredibly moving tale. I've read a lot of stories in my time of reviewing that have to do with rape, most of them harsh and cruel. I can honestly say that CJ England has interwoven both the cruelty and the brutality of rape with a hint of romance. This isn't an erotic story with rape undertones… this is a real life situation for her characters. I curtsy to you, Ms. England, for a supreme job on this subject matter and for everything you are attempting to do to draw attention to this matter. Thank you!

 

Amanda of Romance Junkies

  Only CJ England could write this story.  She sensitively addresses an issue that is perhaps one of the most frightening to women- the issue of rape.  SECOND CHANCES: WAITING IN THE WINGS is a story that all should read.  CJ England has written her most powerful story to date.  Keep your box of Kleenex handy, however, as the impact of this story is absolutely gut wrenching.  SECOND CHANCES: WAITING IN THE WINGS isn’t necessarily an easy story to read as it deals with difficult and tough issues, but the ending makes this story worth every tear jerking moment!  Having personally known someone raped in a similar manner, I can say that CJ England not only does a beautiful job at portraying the pain and anguish of all affected, but she provides that much needed happily ever after to remind us all of just how important love truly is.

Anne of Ck2s Kwips and Kritiques

  With her incomparable writing abilities, CJ England touches the hearts of readers with her always insightful stories overflowing with realism. In the first book of her SECOND CHANCES series, one will be nearly overwhelmed by the multitude of emotions flowing from almost every page. From moments of anguish to joy to hope, valid feelings are relentlessly conveyed by the characters, with those depicted by Jordon and Callie being the most intense and demanding. I do not know when I have been inundated by so many tangible emotions while reading, as each page often brought a new feeling into the equation. There are even scenes where I believed I knew what was coming in the story, yet could never have imagined how reading the actual words would have such an effect on my own emotional state. Ms. England should be applauded for how she delivers this poignant story about date rape, and how each participant of the disturbing incident is affected. Jordon and Callie are two of the most convincingly portrayed characters about whom I have ever read, and their battle-of-wills plus the give and take they continuously face are sincerely shown in every scene. There are numerous secondary characters, some particularly good and several contemptible, each of whom adds depth to this remarkably heartwarming story. Emotionally compelling with every feeling imaginable, SECOND CHANCES: WAITING IN THE WINGS is at once engaging, always noteworthy and not soon forgotten.  

Amelia of Ecataromance Sensual

  I really loved this book. I have not cried like this over characters in a long time. This is the kind of book you cannot put down. This is the type of story that really pulls at your heart strings. You seem to be pulled into the story and cannot get out until you reach the outcome. You must know what happens next. CJ England has again outdone herself. I cannot wait to see what she pulls out of her hat next. It will be a rollercoaster ride, I am sure.

What can I say about CJ England? She is an author who just keeps the books coming and makes you wonder what she is going to do next. All I can say is she is a great writer with a wicked sense of humor that makes us beg for more.

Melanie of Enchanting Reviews

 

 

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