Tragic (Lark Cove, #3)

by Devney Perry

From USA Today Bestselling Author Devney Perry comes a small town, neighbors-to-lovers romance.

Kaine Reynolds wants nothing more than solitude. After an unthinkable tragedy destroys his family, he’s cut off all ties to his former life so he can battle his grief the only way he knows how.

Alone.

So when Piper Campbell knocks on his door, rambling on about being his new neighbor, he slams the door in her face.

But Kaine’s gruff demeanor doesn’t scare her. She’s set on living in Montana and starting over after a terrible divorce. And she wouldn’t mind having a fling to chase away the pain of her husband’s betrayal. Her handsome, albeit rude, neighbor is the perfect candidate.

Yet what neither of them suspect is that their no-strings affair will result in the surprise of Piper’s lifetime—and Kaine’s worst fear.

• ISBN10: 1732388423
• ISBN13: 9781732388420
• Publish Date: 13 November 2018
• Publish Status: Active
• Imprint: Devney Perry
• Format: Paperback (US Trade)
• Pages: 362
• Language: English

Reviews

[Romance Schmomance]

Sometimes I feel like I'm beating a dead drum because I absolutely can't get enough of this author and series! Devney Perry is easily one of those authors that's an instant-buy for me, I'll read anything she writes. And she brings her game on strong (AGAIN!) with the third book in her Lark Cove series, TRAGIC. I can honestly say that I wasn't sure what to expect with this one, but it was seriously nothing like I imagined. And I think Piper and Kaine's story tops as my favorite in this series.

Well, it's no debate that Devney sure knows how to hit you with the emotional feels where it counts. And it starts off right from the very beginning, so you know that you're in for quite a ride.

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[Linda]

Tragic broke me in pieces. But it also kind of put me back together again. I loved Piper and Kaine - they had both been through a lot of shit, and especially Kaine felt numb for a long time because of it. However, Piper was just the balm he needed to sooth his battered heart and soul.

[Ing Cruz]

Favorite of the series so far. Loved Piper's character so much. I really like how she faced things head on and wasn't afraid to give lip right back to Mr. Grouchy Kaine. And Kaine and his heartbreaking background man. I can't even imagine. Beautiful story. I really WANT Isaiah's book like right now. Will love to know how his story plays out.

[stacey_is_sassy]

Her magic brought him out of the dark...

I have a confession to make…I don’t know how to be and act around people who have faced tragedy. I don’t think I’m alone with not knowing what to do or say. What are the right words to show you care? How soon is too soon to try and make them smile? Do I hug them…what if they’re not into hugs? See, I’m bad. All these things flow through my mind when I’m face to face with someone who is facing or has faced devastation. I think, therefore, I was a little overwhelmed and in awe of Piper. Her first glimpse of Kaine is when he is at his darkest, most vulnerable and tragic place. Did she want to run? No, she was pulled towards him. She wanted to help him. Tragic is the story about how love can turn tragic into magic.

Both Kaine and Piper have already lived and faced plenty of hurdles in their lives. They’re mature, established and comfortable in their skin. Sure, mentally they are struggling a wee bit but who can say they don’t have a few inner demons lurking? Piper is divorced from a selfish, egotistical and manipulative jerk, and Kaine is battling depression after a tragedy destroyed his family. These two are licking their wounds and trying to just live each day.

Tragic is a very emotional story that deals with loss, depression and betrayal. I never felt overwhelmed though. Sure, it made me sad and I felt helpless that the characters suffered so much, but I knew, together, they could make it. Piper never shied away from Kaine’s grief or frustration and was always ready to help and support him. Kaine took control when it was needed and made sure that Piper’s ex knew when he’d gone too far. They may not have started their relationship with love on their mind, but the connection grew stronger and their feelings couldn’t be denied.

As we progress through Tragic, more of Kaine’s past comes to light. I was so very angry on his behalf and I wanted him to turn his back on those who had betrayed him. When he starts finding happiness with Piper, he starts to forgive…and I got a little cranky. How could he forgive them? I’m not sure I have it in me to forgive this unforgivable thing. Then, I realised, I’ve only had hours to deal with the betrayal (while reading) and Kaine’s lived with it and breathed it for 3 years. Yep, I can see you’re all shaking your head at the “crazy” book reader who takes the unreal way too realistically. What was a blink of an eye for me to suffer (yes, I’m only the reader, but I do suffer), was 3 whole years of solitary, miserable grief for Kaine. Luckily, Kaine’s a better person than me and managed to move on to bigger and better things.

There’s something about the way that Devney Perry manages to make such a tragic story inspiring, romantic and beautiful. Because I know it will be emotional, I tend to go in bracing myself for the heartbreak. I take a few knocks and a few tears will form but it’s not long before someone makes me smile, smirk or shiver in delight.

Talk about shivering in delight...HUBBA HUBBA!! Kaine certainly does have the MOVES... I was a little surprised with their first encounter but oh so very delighted too. Neither of them was thinking too much of what would happen after, but who doesn't love a little reckless abandon now and again. Just thinking about that scene is making me smirk.

We get the pleasure of catching up with some beloved characters and meet some new ones too. This is not a series you have to read in order. Once you try, you may find that you’ll want to go back to the beginning to meet and get to know the rest of the gang better. Lark Cove is somewhere that I wish was able to visit. I want to meet the people, head to the diner for a burger and check out the bar with the bra hanging off the antlers.

This series has become one of my favourites and each instalment gets better. I’m a Devney Perry fan and if you haven’t tried her stories yet, I highly recommend starting NOW! Tragic was FANTASTIC!!

Stacey is Sassy, received an advanced copy of this story. The copy provided is not the final copy and may be subject to edits and changes.