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Book Blurb

Who can save the rescuer of lost souls?

For ten years ex-rent boy Noah Everett has fought the good fight, offering second chances to those still in the life. Now he’s cracking under the stress. What began as a two-man mission is now going corporate, meaning rules, regulations and inexperienced volunteers needing guidance in a field Noah makes up as he goes along. Who can he turn to when his mentor’s strength is all but gone and his lover is leaving for college—possibly for good?

Four years at State with a full ride scholarship will launch Jeremy Kincaid’s future, but his present includes Noah, Doc, and the closest he’s ever had to a family. And a meth addict who’s become Jeremy’s own personal mission.

An attack sends Noah spinning out of control. Jeremy has to find the way to reach Noah before the man he knows and loves disappears forever.

First edition published by Torquere Press in 2012.

Book Review

In this sequel to 'The Angel of Thirteenth Street' the story picks up where the first left off. Even after all they have been through, Noah is still wrestling with his past demons of guilt and unworthiness.

 

The Urban dictionary defines a fallen angel as: “A person who has been jaded by life but has not let it destroy their inner beauty of their compassion. They still believe in mankind and will go above and beyond for friends and family. However, romantic love still eludes them as they have created walls in their heart that are difficult to breach.” This defines Noah of 'Fallen Angel' by Eden Winters absolutely. In this sequel to 'The Angel of Thirteenth Street' the story picks up where the first left off. Even after all they have been through, Noah is still wrestling with his past demons of guilt and unworthiness. He knows he loves Jeremy, but can't quite break through the barriers of his remorse, enabling him to realize that he deserves Jeremy's love. It's like a specter, hanging between him and Jeremy, one which only Noah can exorcize.

It's odd, but sometimes we plan for something and work toward it for a long time, only to realize that the effort has been made for all the wrong reasons. Jeremy realizes that the goals he set about his education at the start, are not the same ones he has now. He's grown, his perspective on a lot of things has changed. He's simply not the same person he was at the beginning. It's confusing and frustrating, but Jeremy is such a good, strong soul, that I knew he'd figure it out and do what is best for everyone involved. I love Jeremy and applaud his strength, persistence, and common sense. If only more young people had his insight. He, once again, shines as a leader and as a steadfast supporter of Noah and his work. He's gained everyone's admiration and respect, especially Doc's. Jeremy is Noah's touchstone as much as he is his best friend and soul mate.

Noah knows he's blessed to have Jeremy in his life. He wants Jeremy to have all the experiences he missed as a young man. Although he means well, Noah's vision is even more clouded than ever; he makes some bad decisions which affect everyone negatively. Although being relieved that things are better now that Willie Corden's business venture is dissolved, Noah is devastated about the part of Willie, known as Billy, Noah's past lover's demise. The pimp's violent death magnifies Noah's remorse about leaving Billy behind, by ten-fold; Noah can't deal with it and implodes. He plunges into a deep despair and behavior which is self-destructive, and worse yet, he won't let Jeremy or any of his friends help him weather the storm. On top of that, Doc, who is ailing, has expanded their rescue efforts to include more people and Noah doesn't do change very well at all. He sees the new rules as limiting and is frustrated that things can't be the way they were when it was just the two of them and considers quitting altogether.

This, like the first story, is not an easy read. The subject of abandoned children, left to suffer and struggle to survive, could never be considered light. This book is a powerful message of love, redemption, closure. It's also a re-affirmation that, even though it's an ongoing battle, the fight for right continues, one child at a time. Although it could be read alone, I don't recommend it. There is too much history in the first story and, without it, your reading experience will be lacking and possibly even confusing. For the best effect, I recommend reading them in sequential order, one closely followed by the next. If you would like to read a story of love hard won, a tale that will give you pause, and make you think, then I'd recommend this book. Thanks, Eden, for giving Noah and Jeremy their happily-ever-after.

 

 

 

 

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Additional Information

Format	ebook
Length	Novel, 239 pages
Heat Level
Publication Date	27-February-2017
Price	$4.98 ebook
Buy Link	https://www.amazon.com/Fallen-Angel-13th-Street-Book-ebook/dp/B01N19IE7T