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Beautifully Broken Pieces (The Sutter Lake Series Book 1) Kindle Edition

by Catherine Cowles (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.3 out of 5 stars 10,471 ratings
A woman who's lost everything. Taylor is looking for peace and quiet away from the memories of all she's lost. A small mountain town where no one knows her seems like the perfect escape. A man battling the ghosts of his past. Walker loves his life just the way it is. His town, his family, his brothers in blue. Everything simple and easy--until a chance encounter changes it all. When Taylor's solitude is interrupted by the rugged cop, they find that the very thing they were avoiding might be just what they both need. As their iron wills clash and passion flares...a killer lurks. And you never know who might be caught in the crosshairs.
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  1. Book 1 of 5
    The Sutter Lake Series
  2. Print length
    324 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Publication date
    25 February 2019
  5. File size
    4.8 MB
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  1. Because the depth with which you loved someone determined the amount of pain you felt when they were gone.
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  2. “Still gotta let yourself experience them. Then, maybe one day, you won’t cry because of what you’ve lost, you’ll smile because of what you had.”
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  3. “I’m broken, Walker.” “Well, then all your beautifully broken pieces are mine.”
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"Phenomenal and captivating." Anelise, Goodreads Reviewer

"THIS IS A MUST READ ❤❤ Trust me you will fall in love from the moment you read that Prologue." Daisy, Goodreads Reviewer

"Sexy and emotional." Gladys, Goodreads Reviewer

"This book is and will remain one of my favorite romances of all time. If you consider yourself a romance fan, you need to read Beautifully Broken Pieces." Lissanne, The Romance Shelf Book Blog

"You could feel the chemistry between Taylor & Walker on every page. This book is a must read!" Michelle, Goodreads Reviewer

About the Author

Catherine Cowles is the author of Beautifully Broken Pieces, Beautifully Broken Life, and Further to Fall.



Maxine Mitchell is passionate about animals, traveling, coffee, a good bottle of wine, and great stories. Raised an Army brat, she had a mobile childhood (affording her the opportunity to meet people from many different backgrounds) that she would not trade for anything. She currently lives in Los Angeles.



Aaron Shedlock is a voice talent and audiobook narrator.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B07KXC8R7B
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ The PageSmith LLC (25 February 2019)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 4.8 MB
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
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  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 324 pages
  • Customer Reviews:
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Writer of words. Drinker of Diet Cokes. Lover of all things cute and furry, especially her dog. Catherine has had her nose in a book since the time she could read and finally decided to write down some of her own stories. When she's not writing she can be found exploring her home state of Oregon, listening to true crime podcasts, or searching for her next book boyfriend.

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  • Possy2012
    5.0 out of 5 stars Beautifully crafted
    Reviewed in Australia on 12 April 2019
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    Beautifully Broken Pieces is a five star read. The author creates a wonderful small town experience, expertly woven in elements of suspense and characters that you can't help but love. Taylor and Walker seem to just fit, their relationship doesn't feel rushed or pushed. I am very much looking forward to the next book by my new one click author.
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  • Beyond the Pages Charli
    4.0 out of 5 stars Love after loss
    Reviewed in Australia on 30 December 2022
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    Fantastic start to the series. I love a small town romance and this was no exception, quirky characters, beautiful scenery and a heartwarming family, throw in a mystery and this was a great read.
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  • TracyReads
    5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful
    Reviewed in Australia on 4 October 2021
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    This book was amazing. The love story between Walker and Taylor was incredibly real, I was there with them every step of the way. There was such a strong sense of family and community, and the suspense nearly killed me! The thing that touched me most however, was Catherine’s portrayal of Taylors grief at losing her mother. So real and raw. So well written.
    I highly recommend this book.
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  • Ms Read O'Lot
    5.0 out of 5 stars Mystery Love Loss and finding Love again. And getting the bad guys.
    Reviewed in Australia on 14 March 2020
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    The start of this book could have been me. So I was drawn to the story pretty much from the first word. It held me captive. The characters were lovely, people you wish you knew. Well maybe not the bad guys in it.
    Have bought more books in this series, and can’t wait to read Liam/Tessa and Jensen/Tucker’s stories.
    Anyway I hope this personal little review helps you in choosing a good story like Ms Cowles can write.
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  • Tash
    4.0 out of 5 stars Great read
    Reviewed in Australia on 25 July 2021
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    This was my first book from this author and I really enjoyed it.
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  • Sherralynne
    5.0 out of 5 stars An story full of intrigue
    Reviewed in Australia on 26 February 2020
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    This story is full of intrigue and had me captured from the very beginning. Full of twists and turns which kept me wondering what was coming next. If you love reading stories with a lot of sassy people, then you can't go past this story. Thanks.
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  • TraceyT
    4.0 out of 5 stars This is a great, well written story
    Reviewed in Australia on 25 February 2019
    So much anxiety, sadness and grief in this book.

    The story is also a sweet romance with lots of chemistry, funny bits and suspense.

    A thoroughly enjoyable read

    This is my first book by Catherine Cowles and will definitely be reading more of her work.

    I received a free copy of this book via Hidden Gems and am voluntarily leaving a review
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  • Kims.reading.nook
    5.0 out of 5 stars The perfect start to the series!
    Reviewed in Australia on 5 November 2024
    5 star reads. Every dang time! Catherine Cowles is my go to author when I need to feel deeply; love, suspense and everything in between. Can't wait to read through this series!!
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  • Mirele Dourado
    5.0 out of 5 stars What a wonderful story!
    Reviewed in Brazil on 8 October 2021
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    I'm full of firsts lately and this was another first book by a new to me author, and I'm in love.

    The scenery was bucolic and enticing, the secondary characters were such a wonderful touch to the plot and the story itself was captivating.
    Taylor and Walker have totally melted my heart. Their feelings were so beautiful and I loved watching them getting closer and becoming so important to each other.

    And I must say, I need a Walker. I've said it before and I can't seem to say it enough: bad boys are great, but bring me the good guys. I'm a sucker for a good guy and Walker was one of the best.
    He was respectful, patient, caring, yet protective and assertive. Add all that to a body that won't quit and you have the master book boyfriend.

    Simply wonderful and I want more already.
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  • camilla90
    5.0 out of 5 stars Wish I'd discovered this author before
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 27 July 2024
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    I absolutely loved this book, I couldn't put it down. This is the first book I have read by Catherine Cowles, I'd seen her books on my suggested reads. My only regret is that I wish I'd discovered her earlier. I fell in love with the characters straight away, especially the MMC, Walker Cole. Taylor is grieving and she just needs to get away, her friends take her to Sutter Lake and she find herself wanting to stay, no one knows her story there, she doesn't get the looks of sympathy and pity from others. She can keep everyone at arms length because if you get close to someone, and you lose them, it hurts. She's taken into the Cole family. Walker can see the grief in her eyes and slowly breaks down her walls. There's also a serial killer in Sutter Lake that adds an extra bit of drama and suspense to the story line...
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  • Andrea @lacedindarkness
    5.0 out of 5 stars This book broke me
    Reviewed in Canada on 5 September 2024
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    Wow I have not cried while reading a whole book in a while. This was heart wrenchingly beautiful. Taylor & Walker are everything. The true crime aspects add the perfect amount of suspense and mystery to the plot. I love how Catherine writes the most addictive plots I’ve read in a hot minute.
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  • BookAddict
    5.0 out of 5 stars “Even With the Moments You Think Will Break You, There’s Always Something Beautiful Waiting.”
    Reviewed in the United States on 25 February 2019
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    One of the joys of reading and reviewing is the access to so many amazing indie authors I never would have found otherwise, and Catherine Cowles is the latest and brightest shining star in indie publishing that I’ve come across recently. The heartfelt depth and the vast array of emotions she evokes left me stunned, spellbound and breathless. From feeling like a knife had been driven through my heart to so much happiness I thought my heart would burst, and everything in between, this book touched my soul so profoundly that I will forever be imprinted with these characters.

    The dedication for this book devastated me and the prologue gutted me, so I knew this was going to be an unparalleled experience. I rarely get emotional when reading a book, even those deemed “ugly cry" by others, but this one hits so close to home that, were I a writer, I could have written much of the sentiment myself. This is a story of loss, grief, pain and fear, but also of healing, hope, courage and new beginnings. It takes the reader from the darkest of lows with the raw, jagged pain abrading her heart, to the spectacularly stunning highs of acceptance, contentment and peace that all bathe the heart in the most beautiful of lights. As if that’s not enough, Cowles then adds in well-timed humor, past-relationship conflict, nail-biting drama and intense suspense with shocking twists that make it impossible to set this book aside.

    Taylor has lost her mother after a long battle with illness. Her friends mean well, but Taylor is weary of the careful comments and their pity-filled gazes, so while on vacation with them, she decides to stay in the small mountain town of Sutter Lake. She's so tired of hurting, and she thinks life will be easier to endure alone. At least she won’t have to worry about losing anyone else she loves. But in hardening her heart to avoid another loss, she fails to see that she’s robbing herself of the love and soul-deep connections with people who really matter to her.

    Walker Cole knowns a thing or two about loss. His childhood friend, high school sweetheart and fiancée was murdered several years ago and, as a police officer, her unsolved case still haunts him. Sure, after all this time, he dates, but at the first hint of serious he ends it. He doesn’t think anyone will ever take Julie's place, until the feisty, stubborn, “short-stack" of a gal moves into his family's rental cabin and manages to get under his skin. But he sees the fear behind her beautiful eyes and those mile-high walls she's erected and vows to take things slowly.

    I can’t find the words to express this book's immense impact, nor can I begin to do it justice. It will have poignant resonance with anyone who has experienced loss and offer keen insight about the process of healing grief and moving forward. Cowles’ competency in capturing emotions with words is unexpected and her ability to breathe life into a story is a true gift. I was so impressed with her work that I immediately bought the previous book and started reading it. This book has many elements, all done exceptionally well – romance, steamy chemistry, fantastic secondary characters, drama and suspense – that it's guaranteed to delight any reader's heart! Get your 1-Click (and highlighting) finger ready, and don’t miss the chance to start experiencing this phenomenal book that will fill your heart, touch your soul, and offer hope. For my part, I’ll be eagerly anticipating this author’s next release and sending her a great, big return hug. ;-)

    I reviewed this book freely and voluntarily, having made no commitment to provide a review and receiving no compensation of any kind from any source for this review.
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  • Tegan
    4.0 out of 5 stars A amazing book
    Reviewed in Spain on 26 March 2020
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    I loved this book. It was so good. I loved how it had a bit of a slow burn to it. I loved the characters in the book and they where very visual. I was a bit surprised when the serial killer plot came into play as I didn't think that these where those type of books. But I don't regret reading this book. I am going to read all of the series and am excited to read the next books in the series I am definitely excited for Jensens' book as I love her character but I love all of the characters so I don't mind if I have to with a book for me to get he happy ending. I am definitely excited to read Liam and Tessa story as I fell they are going to have an amazing story of there own.
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