Breaking a Legend (Kavanagh Legends, #1)

by Sarah Robinson

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Breaking a Legend is quite possibly my favorite book of 2015. I don't say that lightly either because I have read some amazing books this year. Here is why this one beats them all:
1. The book doesn't focus on Rory's rise to fame in the MMA. It doesn't focus on his superstardom in the MMA world. The book starts after he has lost all that due to an injury. And to say he isn't handling the loss well is an understatement. I love that the book isn't about becoming great or being great in the cage. Its about what happens when you can't be that any more. It isn't about rehabbing an injury so he can get back in the ring. His fighting days are done and it brings a level of depth to the story that is amazing and engaging.
2. Clare's story is one we have heard before but better written. Yes she is on the run from a terrible, abusive ex. However, you learn things about her that add a different spin on this trope. It really is perfect because its so real. It was one of those moments when I thought "Oh, gosh! Why hasn't anyone mentioned something like this before?". I won't tell you what it was, but it will be a moment for you too. Suddenly, every other book with the broken girl on the run trope will fail woefully short now.
3. The Kavanagh's are this amazing Irish family. Are the perfect? Heck no! One brother is in jail, one is a drug addict, and they are all dealing with some personal demons. But they love each other in a very real way. They fight but they apologize. The argue but they forgive. Its all so believable.

So, I initially thought this was just another MMA fighter book. Hot fighter falls for a girl who needs saving. Don't get me wrong-I love that trope. However, I don't think I can read another book about an MMA fighter or a girl on the run again because it will never be as good as this book. Sarah Robinson has ruined all other books for me. Honestly, I couldn't be happier about it. This is a book I will gladly read over and over again just to experience it! This is a book that when people ask you for your favorite book, I will tell them "Breaking a Legend" and I won't hesitate. I am now a HUGE Sarah Robinson fan girl!