Review: Willow (The Metcalfes #2) by Ronie Kendig

About the Book

To save her, he must become the evil he fights.

Aftercare specialist Willow Metcalfe joined Mission: Liberate Everyone to help trafficking survivors navigate the healing process. When MiLE’s Obiora Compound is attacked by the Nigerian mafia, she’s taken hostage. Against nightmarish odds, she and the victims attempt an escape—and are thwarted.

A decade after leaving his beloved homeland, Chijioke “Chiji” Okorie returns to find his sister and fight for his own country. Believing a global trafficking ring behind her abduction and a string of kidnappings across Nigeria, he goes undercover to find the head of the serpent and his sister. Chiji is stunned to discover among the hostages a familiar face—a friend’s sister, Willow. The woman he vowed years ago to marry.

The man who has interfered with her escape attempts seems … familiar, kind—but Willow knows better. He reeks of the warrior ethos that has devoured many a good man. Engaged in an impossible battle and losing at every turn, Chiji is determined to complete his missions—all of them. Even if it kills him.

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MY THOUGHTS

Wow! This wasn't the easiest read. It deals with some hard topics and really broke my heart. Tears were flowing quite heavily at times. Though, I really appreciate the fact that author Ronie Kendig is shining a much needed light on the horrors of human trafficking.

I will admit this was, at times, incredibly painful to read. While there was never any graphic details, things weren't sugarcoated. There was one moment where I didn't know if I could finish this story. The absolute evil that occurred was just unspeakable. And to think, to know, that this is actually happening all around the world? Heartbreaking isn't a strong enough word. But despite the heaviness and tragedy, this story is one that needs to be told. Needs to be read.

This story will leave a lasting impact. I know I'll be thinking about it for a long time to come.

I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book which I received from the author. All thoughts and comments are my honest opinion.

FOUR STARS

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