Synopsis

Harlow Phillips had her future mapped out—a prestigious music program in New York City and a promising career as a concert pianist. But in one violent moment, her best friend’s stalker shattered more than just her right hand. He destroyed her dreams, her relationships, and her sense of self.

Now, many months and multiple surgeries, Harlow can barely recognize the musician she once was. Her fingers stumble over keys that used to sing beneath her touch. Consumed by shame and anger, she pushes away everyone who loves her—her devoted boyfriend Luke, her guilt-ridden best friend Carmindy, even her worried mother. Instead, she finds solace in dangerous places and the arms of a stranger who doesn’t know the gifted pianist she used to be.

But when her former study partner, Edward, refuses to let her give up, Harlow reluctantly agrees to see a performance psychologist. What she discovers there will challenge everything she believes about her worth, her talent, and her capacity to heal.

Sometimes the most beautiful music comes from broken instruments.

A powerful story of resilience, redemption, and discovering that our greatest victories often rise from our deepest defeats.

Amazon – Book will be released on Tuesday, March 3rd.

Review

Life isn’t always easy. Sometimes our plans are derailed, and we have to find a new path in life.

This is the third book in this series, and features Carmindy’s best friend, Harlow. We are introduced to her in the first book when she becomes a victim of Brooks, Camindy’s stalker. As a premier pianist, I can only imagine the devastation of having a hand broken in so many places. That would do a number on anyone’s psyche. Luckily, those around her don’t let her succumb or wallow in self-pity, at least not for long. They have to break through her walls and remind her that she is an amazing woman.

I admired her determination once she realized that she was worthy of love and respect. She narrowly escapes self-destruction thanks to friends and her therapist. Her new path is inspirational, and I enjoyed watching her blossom and realizing that she was worthy and has a lot to give to others who have also experienced trauma and want to give up. Music therapy is a blessing.

This novel is unlike the first two books as the trauma occurred before the book starts, but it is prevalent, and we walk that path with her.

We give this book 5 paws up.

About the Author

Renée lives in Texas with her family and a sweet Great Pyrenees named Bella Love. A professional photographer by trade, writing was only a hobby until February 2025, when she finally allowed the voices in her head to come to life. She’s a huge fan of the Dallas Stars and a lifelong fan of the New York Jets & Yankees. When she’s not writing, she spends time with her three kids and best friends, travels, plays golf, or reads one of her favorite authors.

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