This is one of those stories that I don’t want to give too much away in the review.

I think it makes the connection to the reader and the story more explosive and lasting. There’s lots of things I feel the reader should experience first hand with a story like this.

Even going through his worst moments he was blazingly alive on the page which made him and Theo together utterly amazing. Even James was an incredibly powerful character to read. I can admit that mental illness hasn’t touched me as close as it did with Theo in Broken but I will admit I don’t know if I could be as strong as he was. This book is a testament to all the people who live with, love, and support unconditionally people with mental illness. Please note:This book contains scenes of self harm, mental illness and suicidal ideation which may be uncomfortable for some readers. Is Theodore strong enough to confront James’ demons? More importantly, is James? James believes nobody deserves the burden of being attached to him. He can’t afford to care for someone who can never reciprocate, not once they find out who he really is. Just a little fun – that’s what James tells himself. James Holden hasn’t been able to stop thinking about his encounter with the timid man he met in a club bathroom last week, and when he discovers the one haunting his dreams is an employee, he can’t seem to stop himself from pursuing him. Until he meets James Holden, CEO of Holden House. As he settles into his new role, makes new friends, and dreams of making it to the top, everything is going to plan. When Theodore Davenport decides to switch his mundane job for a career, he walks into Holden House Publishing with enthusiasm and determination to succeed.

Broken by nicola haken