Bent Not
Broken
By: L.A. Ozz
In this
story, by a brand-new author, we will be introduced to the two main characters:
Peyton Warner and Denton Whitetower.
Peyton is a twenty-two-year-old
woman who has endured a troubling life, more than most women her age should
have. She has been victimized and overcame fear, pain and abuse, in hopes of
someday, making a new life for herself, and hopefully even successfully trying
to forget those terrifying memories that haunt her still.
Luckily for
Peyton, she has found someone that could quite possibly satisfy her life’s needs,
and make all her dreams come true. Denton is a remarkably handsome single
father, who even owns his own business, and he is even the eldest of his
siblings.
Denton hadn’t
been one who had been looking for romance when it came his way, but when it
found him, he was happy to comply. And although Denton was in his forties, age
made no difference to either of them. Their love felt no bounds right from the
start, and together, they knew they wanted to make it work.
Peyton has
assumed that her nightmares will no longer be able to find her, but sadly,
this is where she is wrong. And one evening, she will once again realize
that the nightmares were always ready to return at any given second. However, this
time, Peyton doesn’t want to let them in, and risk the nightmare ruining her
relationship with Denton.
Peyton must
learn to embrace her fears, and focus on what it is that she truly wants,
rather than worry about what is lurking around every corner. The problem is,
can she stay strong and successful, and fight for what is right, and become the
heroine that she needs to be?
In order for
you to get the answers to this and many more, you will need to read this book for
yourself! And trust me, you will be glad that you did, you will see, this book is a
very different kind of read. It has love in it, and pain, and at the same time it will make you
see that through pain and suffering, there can be a light. You just have to know
where to look for it. Or better yet, you have to let it find you.
This book,
is the first book written by L.A. Ozz, and it is intended to be a series, which
means great news for us as the readers, there will be more! And this one is a
wonderful five-star read! So, please, if you will, put your hands together and
welcome into the author family: L.A. Ozz and make her feel at home. Spread your
wings Ms. Ozz, we can’t wait to read more from you, and we thank you for
writing such an intensely deep book, that opened our hearts up into your soul!
Here are
my questions for Ms. Ozz:
1.What made
you decide to write this book and how long did it take you?
That,
believe it or not, is a very easy question to answer for me. Writing Bent Not Broken was a decision that my
main characters, Peyton and Denton, made for me, to be honest. The two of them took up “residency”
(full-time) in my thoughts (and heart).
They became an extension, of sorts, of myself. Both Peyton and Denton became quite
“demanding” and “persistent” that I tell their story. So, with the support of my family (and
countless sleepless nights), I decided to take the time to make my dream a
reality. I sat for many hours at my
computer putting into words the thoughts, ideas, experiences and inspirations I
had running rampant in my mind. Their story consumed me and became a true labor
of love, a journey that I am proud and honored to have taken. On a side note, I
also believe that it is important to tell the story of survival and the very
heroes of those stories, the survivors themselves.
Bent Not
Broken took me approximately a year to finish from the first moment I sat at my
computer to finally typing “The End.”
2. Who designed the cover?
Leanne Louise with B2B cover design, was my cover artist.
3. What are you working on now?
I am currently working on Part two of the Forgiveness Series, Un-Charted Detour.
2. Who designed the cover?
Leanne Louise with B2B cover design, was my cover artist.
3. What are you working on now?
I am currently working on Part two of the Forgiveness Series, Un-Charted Detour.
This will be
Liam’s story and I am so excited to get it ready and into readers hands.
4. What
would you say to someone wanting to become a writer?
I would tell them to NEVER give up. To NEVER doubt the story, they want or need
to tell. If it is in your heart and/or mind…tell it, share it with readers, you
never know whose life you may touch. I
would also stress the importance of speaking with and making connections with
other authors. Seek advice from those
who have been where you are, it is an amazing learning experience. Also, please do not ever be afraid to ask
questions, it’s the only way to learn.
5. Was this book hard for you to write?
5. Was this book hard for you to write?
The answer
to that question is yes….and no!
It was hard
because a lot of the emotions that went into writing Bent Not Broken came from
a personal place, the fear of putting yourself out there can be quite
daunting. Also, the fear of rejection,
of not being “good enough” is an extremely worrisome factor that I had to deal
with when writing this story. The fear
of where and how to start was a huge anxiety induced period. It was easy
because the characters “lived” in my mind.
They, effortlessly, guided me through the entire book never allowing me
to falter or quit. Also, writing about
survival and the emotions that entails holds immense value to me so, writing
about them was quite natural and easy.
6. Do you
have any photos or descriptions of your characters that you can share with us?
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| Peyton |
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| Denton |
7. What is
your favorite place to write?
To be honest, I love to write anywhere that I can find inspiration. Can be my front porch swing or my back patio. Sometimes at the dining room table or alone at my desk.
8. What is your favorite book of all time?
Desiderata by Max Ehrmann. It was a graduation gift from a very special person. The words have deep meaning and resonate with me to this day. “Go placidly amid the noise and the haste, and remember what peace there may be in silence.” Max Ehrmann
9. What are your hobbies?
Spending time with my family/friends, reading, writing, crafting, party planning and baking/decorating cakes (mostly customized birthday cakes).
10. Please share with us your book and social media links:
To be honest, I love to write anywhere that I can find inspiration. Can be my front porch swing or my back patio. Sometimes at the dining room table or alone at my desk.
8. What is your favorite book of all time?
Desiderata by Max Ehrmann. It was a graduation gift from a very special person. The words have deep meaning and resonate with me to this day. “Go placidly amid the noise and the haste, and remember what peace there may be in silence.” Max Ehrmann
9. What are your hobbies?
Spending time with my family/friends, reading, writing, crafting, party planning and baking/decorating cakes (mostly customized birthday cakes).
10. Please share with us your book and social media links:
11. Anything
to add:
I want to
say, “Thank You” Deneale for this wonderful and truly amazing opportunity to
read and review my debut book. I am so
looking forward to you doing the same with my next book in the series as well
as any others that I publish. This
interview has been fun and thought provoking as well! I encourage others to
visit your blog and find a new author or two.
Continued success, Deneale!
Bent Not Broken by L.A. OzzMy rating: 5 of 5 stars
In this story, by a brand-new author, we will be introduced to the two main characters: Peyton Warner and Denton Whitetower.
Peyton is a twenty-two-year-old woman who has endured a troubling life, more than most women her age should have. She has been victimized and overcame fear, pain and abuse, in hopes of someday, making a new life for herself, and hopefully even successfully trying to forget those terrifying memories that haunt her still.
Luckily for Peyton, she has found someone that could quite possibly satisfy her life’s needs, and make all her dreams come true. Denton is a remarkably handsome single father, who even owns his own business, and he is even the eldest of his siblings.
Denton hadn’t been one who had been looking for romance when it came his way, but when it found him, he was happy to comply. And although Denton was in his forties, age made no difference to either of them. Their love felt no bounds right from the start, and together, they knew they wanted to make it work.
Peyton has assumed that her nightmares will no longer be able to find her, but sadly, this is where she is wrong. And one evening, she will once again realize that the nightmares were always ready to return at any given second. However, this time, Peyton doesn’t want to let them in, and risk the nightmare ruining her relationship with Denton.
Peyton must learn to embrace her fears, and focus on what it is that she truly wants, rather than worry about what is lurking around every corner. The problem is, can she stay strong and successful, and fight for what is right, and become the heroine that she needs to be?
In order for you to get the answers to this and many more, you will need to read this book for yourself! And trust me, you will be glad that you did, you will see, this book is a very different kind of read. It has love in it, and pain, and at the same time it will make you see that through pain and suffering, there can be a light. You just have to know where to look for it. Or better yet, you have to let it find you.
This book, is the first book written by L.A. Ozz, and it is intended to be a series, which means great news for us as the readers, there will be more! And this one is a wonderful five-star read! So, please, if you will, put your hands together and welcome into the author family: L.A. Ozz and make her feel at home. Spread your wings Ms. Ozz, we can’t wait to read more from you, and we thank you for writing such an intensely deep book, that opened our hearts up into your soul!
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