Title: The Hawks
Author: SD Hendrickson
Genre: Romantic Suspense/Family Drama/New Adult
Cover Design: SD Hendrickson
Release Date: July 26, 2018
Blurb
“Sultry
summer of suspense that leads to the fall of a powerful family”
He warned
me. Said hawks were dangerous birds. Their majestic beauty could blind your
eyes as they picked the flesh from your bones. But even hawks have enemies. And
they eventually came for the Hawthorn family. Held us hostage. Demanded
retribution.
But I
wasn’t a Hawthorn. No, I was just the help. Caught in the turmoil of a tragic
family. I worked hard for Delsey Hawthorn. Tried to earn the respect of the
reigning tyrant. Assistant. Event planner. Gardner. Chauffeur. I added it all
to my resume.
And then I
met Javier Hawthorn. Delsey ordered me to stay away from her grandson. But like
a moth to a burning flame, I gravitated toward him. He was so different than my
world. Irresistible. Charming. He brought a calmness to the chaos.
But that
was before the intruders came into the house. Tied us up. Hurt us. We struggled
to get away. We fought to survive. But who were the men behind the masks? Did
we know them? Because someone who got this close to the family at night must be
even closer during the day.
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Excerpt
“I’m sorry. I wasn’t trying to upset you.” My hands cupped his cheeks. I peered into his eyes, trying to read him better as I wore my heart on the outside. “I know this is supposed to be casual. But this doesn’t feel casual to me. You are so good to me. So much more than I ever expected. The way you make me feel. I just need to know if you feel the same way. And it’s okay if you don’t. I just need to know the truth.”
Javier rested his forehead against mine. “I feel the same, Sarina.”
“You do?” The elation filled my chest and I leaned up to kiss him, but his words stopped me.
“I feel the same, but you’re not really mine. Not permanently. What right do I have to feel jealous or angry?”
“But you have every right,” I pleaded with him. “If you think we’re together.”
The emotions shifted in his eyes as he struggled with his answer. “Maybe I tried to pretend at first. That you could mean nothing. But I couldn’t. I care about you, Sarina. And in another time or place, I could see myself wanting so much more with you. But the more we feel, the harder it ends.”
“You don’t think I know that?” I whispered. “I know you will hurt me. Eventually.”
“But I don’t want to hurt you. So I have to ask you this. Do you want to stop now before this gets more serious? Before it hurts more?”
“No,” I gushed. I didn’t even hesitate. The idea of him pulling away sent a panic through me. I didn’t care about the heartbreak that would come later when he left me. I needed him in my life right now. “I don’t want to stop seeing you.”
Author Bio
SD Hendrickson received a Bachelor's of Science in
Journalism and Public Relations from Oklahoma State University. She is the
author of The Mason List, Waiting for Wyatt, and My Lucky Days.
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I finally got to do it!!! I popped my S.D. Hendrickson cherry with The Hawks. What a wonderful story that kept me engrossed from the first page until the last. Written so beautifully, this story of a woman who had dreams. Wanted to be better than what her mother had, her grandparents had…
I had better things planned for my life than ending up in some house on wheels.
Following Sarina Atwood on her path to becoming someone…bigger and better than anyone in her family had ever imagined. She finally landed the job behind the gates of the Hawthorn Estate.
Sarina Atwood was only gold-plated silver who worked in a solid platinum house surrounded by diamonds.
To say that a person needed a suit of armor to work for Mrs. Hawthorn would be an understatement! Her family name was worth everything. Nothing would stop Mrs. Hawthorn from saving the name from any scandal even if it meant severing the ties with those closest to her.
I absolutely loved reading this book! It goes to show you that no matter what your family does, even if there is a black sheep in the family, true love is to be found… Even if it’s found in the least expected of places.
I had better things planned for my life than ending up in some house on wheels.
Following Sarina Atwood on her path to becoming someone…bigger and better than anyone in her family had ever imagined. She finally landed the job behind the gates of the Hawthorn Estate.
Sarina Atwood was only gold-plated silver who worked in a solid platinum house surrounded by diamonds.
To say that a person needed a suit of armor to work for Mrs. Hawthorn would be an understatement! Her family name was worth everything. Nothing would stop Mrs. Hawthorn from saving the name from any scandal even if it meant severing the ties with those closest to her.
I absolutely loved reading this book! It goes to show you that no matter what your family does, even if there is a black sheep in the family, true love is to be found… Even if it’s found in the least expected of places.
The books is set in the lofty Hawk Mansion, a sinister entity whose walls hold many secrets and stories of injustices. It's chambers & tunnels haunted with past mistakes and cruel punishments. The company is tainted with corrupt moralities, so much so that their own heirs have been ostracized and discarded like soiled clothes.
"my father wants me to leave this place. Leave Hawk’s Landing. He says they’re dangerous birds. Their majestic beauty blinds your eyes as they pick the flesh from your bones.”
So is Cinderella-esque story that starts with dreams and ends in disaster of sorts. The story is largely about the class divide and unattainable love and acceptance. The continued strive to be accepted for your talents and giving power to those higher than you to define you. Sarina Atwood comes from a working class home, gets a job at the Town Royal House and proceeds to fall in love with the handsome Prodigal Prince. She doesn't belong here, nor does she strive to be, but heart follows it's own rules, they say.
Sarina Atwood was only gold-plated silver who worked in a solid platinum house surrounded by diamonds.
She's constantly pushing herself to earn shreds of praise or acknowledgements from the strict and rude Hawk matriarch-Delsey Hawthorn, who like the evil stepmother has working Sarina to the bone and on her knees at times, polishing and cleaning. Sarina is bogged down by financial and family burdens enough to not rebel against her tyrannical boss and accepts every command with gritted teeth and muttered bows. Because Delsey has " bestowed" the job generously on Sarina as a gift, a privilege !
Being rich didn’t automatically guarantee happiness, and charitable donations didn’t make a person less cruel. Delsey Hawthorn could build an entire cardiac wing of a hospital, and yet sometimes she lacked a beating heart within her chest.
Between her family crisis, troubled brother, old grandparents, a persistent ex and her exacting workload, her life is like a maelstorm, whipping her emotions around at breakneck speed. Javier offers her the much needed Calm and escape. Hiding in his arms is her bunker of shelter from the raging chaos around.
Sometimes my world appeared to be unraveling at the seams. I kept grabbing at the strands, trying to tie them back together, only to have pieces fray apart in my hands.
Until the fateful night ..............
Everything is blown to smithereens and debris, debris, everywhere !!
The build up is nice and steady and characters very multi dimensional, until the bomb drops and then the aftermath is quite scary. I've been a fan of Stacey since The Mason List and her fantastic ability to capture the controversial and antagonistic relationship between workers and royalty, rich and poor is uncanny. Very astute writer, adept at word play and subtle in her narrative. Nothing is ever gaudy or over the top, love is softer in touch and evil is greyer in tone. I had some peeves though. I'd have LOVED to read more about Tyson and Cole. These two characters were most soulful, layered and intriguing. That duo was never explored in depth. Instead the story flowed straight and steady in the Hawk Estate. What happened between Cole & Sarina that split them apart with so much bitterness!
Cole was like that worn-out sweater I’d left in the closet at my grandparents’ house. The one I just couldn’t toss.But that sweater didn’t get packed in my suitcase for a reason. Some things were not meant to last forever— no matter how comfortable.
Maybe Stacey plans to revisit them in her next book, hopefully !!
Second was Javier's background or Uncles Ted and his faceless, nameless aunt. I'd have loved to see why Delsey was how she was, what turned her into stone. Her character couldn't be that two dimensional, and what were the protests about, why, how did they appear & disappear?
That shows how much I'd like to revisit the story and delve more into the characters lives.Javier & Sarina's love came with an expiration date stamped, so every breath, every kiss, every touch was stolen and almost Tabboo. Javier was easiest to fall in love with, gentle, solid and comforting. Sarina was so strong, so loyal and passionate. She loved fiercely and deeply, kind and generous. I so sympathise with her cause she couldn't catch a break
Our breaths heavy. Lips red and burning. I let myself savor the taste of him. The feel of his body curving into mine. One day, this would just be a memory. A beautiful and wonderful and bittersweet memory.
The writing is to be enjoyed, the ride may be slow and smooth, but wait till the coaster drops. Your heart will plummet right into your stomach and you'll be left aghast and agape!
4 "Poison Ivy" stars
"my father wants me to leave this place. Leave Hawk’s Landing. He says they’re dangerous birds. Their majestic beauty blinds your eyes as they pick the flesh from your bones.”
So is Cinderella-esque story that starts with dreams and ends in disaster of sorts. The story is largely about the class divide and unattainable love and acceptance. The continued strive to be accepted for your talents and giving power to those higher than you to define you. Sarina Atwood comes from a working class home, gets a job at the Town Royal House and proceeds to fall in love with the handsome Prodigal Prince. She doesn't belong here, nor does she strive to be, but heart follows it's own rules, they say.
Sarina Atwood was only gold-plated silver who worked in a solid platinum house surrounded by diamonds.
She's constantly pushing herself to earn shreds of praise or acknowledgements from the strict and rude Hawk matriarch-Delsey Hawthorn, who like the evil stepmother has working Sarina to the bone and on her knees at times, polishing and cleaning. Sarina is bogged down by financial and family burdens enough to not rebel against her tyrannical boss and accepts every command with gritted teeth and muttered bows. Because Delsey has " bestowed" the job generously on Sarina as a gift, a privilege !
Being rich didn’t automatically guarantee happiness, and charitable donations didn’t make a person less cruel. Delsey Hawthorn could build an entire cardiac wing of a hospital, and yet sometimes she lacked a beating heart within her chest.
Between her family crisis, troubled brother, old grandparents, a persistent ex and her exacting workload, her life is like a maelstorm, whipping her emotions around at breakneck speed. Javier offers her the much needed Calm and escape. Hiding in his arms is her bunker of shelter from the raging chaos around.
Sometimes my world appeared to be unraveling at the seams. I kept grabbing at the strands, trying to tie them back together, only to have pieces fray apart in my hands.
Until the fateful night ..............
Everything is blown to smithereens and debris, debris, everywhere !!
The build up is nice and steady and characters very multi dimensional, until the bomb drops and then the aftermath is quite scary. I've been a fan of Stacey since The Mason List and her fantastic ability to capture the controversial and antagonistic relationship between workers and royalty, rich and poor is uncanny. Very astute writer, adept at word play and subtle in her narrative. Nothing is ever gaudy or over the top, love is softer in touch and evil is greyer in tone. I had some peeves though. I'd have LOVED to read more about Tyson and Cole. These two characters were most soulful, layered and intriguing. That duo was never explored in depth. Instead the story flowed straight and steady in the Hawk Estate. What happened between Cole & Sarina that split them apart with so much bitterness!
Cole was like that worn-out sweater I’d left in the closet at my grandparents’ house. The one I just couldn’t toss.But that sweater didn’t get packed in my suitcase for a reason. Some things were not meant to last forever— no matter how comfortable.
Maybe Stacey plans to revisit them in her next book, hopefully !!
Second was Javier's background or Uncles Ted and his faceless, nameless aunt. I'd have loved to see why Delsey was how she was, what turned her into stone. Her character couldn't be that two dimensional, and what were the protests about, why, how did they appear & disappear?
That shows how much I'd like to revisit the story and delve more into the characters lives.Javier & Sarina's love came with an expiration date stamped, so every breath, every kiss, every touch was stolen and almost Tabboo. Javier was easiest to fall in love with, gentle, solid and comforting. Sarina was so strong, so loyal and passionate. She loved fiercely and deeply, kind and generous. I so sympathise with her cause she couldn't catch a break
Our breaths heavy. Lips red and burning. I let myself savor the taste of him. The feel of his body curving into mine. One day, this would just be a memory. A beautiful and wonderful and bittersweet memory.
The writing is to be enjoyed, the ride may be slow and smooth, but wait till the coaster drops. Your heart will plummet right into your stomach and you'll be left aghast and agape!
4 "Poison Ivy" stars
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