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Atone (The Patronus Series Book 3) Kindle Edition

by Sarah M. Ross (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.0 4.0 out of 5 stars 46 ratings
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Before there was Awaken, before there was “Lucy and Max”, there was just Max. And he had some issues.

A lot of issues.

Max Kensington ‘s death haunted him for years. The guilt of his sins tormented him. Unable to let go, he was sure he’d never be able to atone for all of them. But that didn’t stop him from trying.

When his reason for being is suddenly thrust back into his life, he vows to protect her at all costs. He’ll do whatever it takes to make sure history doesn’t repeat itself. And this time, he’ll fight to the bitter end to capture the one thing that has alluded him—happiness.

Please note: This novella contains adult language.
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    The Patronus Series
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    122 pages
  3. Language
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    December 19, 2012
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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B00AQSBW0S
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ (December 19, 2012)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ December 19, 2012
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 2973 KB
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 122 pages
  • Page numbers source ISBN ‏ : ‎ 1517753856
  • Customer Reviews:
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Sarah M. Ross

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Sarah started her obsession with reading at an early age, often sneaking BabySitter Club and Nancy Drew books into math class. She would read any book she could get her hands on. Her love of reading quickly evolved into a love of writing and stories began to pour out of her.

She grew up in Pittsburgh, graduated from The University of Pittsburgh with a degree in English, and taught eighth graders to love reading as much as she does for several years. She currently resides in Pittsburgh with her husband and daughter.

Sarah's debut novel, AWAKEN, released in January, 2012. Other novels include AVENGE, ATONE, ECHO OF AN EARTH ANGEL, INHALE EXHALE, THE SECRET CRUSH, and NEVER GONNA TELL.

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lildynamite4u
5.0 out of 5 stars Just the Beginning
Reviewed in the United States on March 8, 2014
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This is pretty much where it all starts for Lucy and Max and where we meet the gang, Cassie, James and Adam and Marco. This book is where we learn how Max came to be a Patronus. We read his story, feel his grief, pain, emotions and guilt.

What does it take to get him through? To see that what happened as a human was not his fault, just was meant to be. Then without warning, it happens. We meet Lucy Donovan, 21 year old who makes Max feel something he never thought he would again. What is it, why is it so strong, like 2 heart beats, beating as one. What he is told by the Alpha’s council member leaves him speechless. How can it be? Grace was his one and only, but this new feeling…

Lucy wakes up, it’s been 5 months. Max and Cassie are there, so are James and Adam. Cassie like the doting mother, takes Lucy under her wings, explains the Patronus life as simply as she can, while one member of the team is frothing at the bit.

Yes, this is the beginning of life ever after, her life and the life of her team and friends. Get the tissues out, you’ll need them. Okay, I needed them.

Oh Sarah, how you torture us. Cheers and congratulations on another amazing and gripping story.
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Upstate
4.0 out of 5 stars would like more
Reviewed in the United States on July 1, 2013
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I have enjoyed the books and would like to hear more of their adventures, refreshing new story line for fantasy
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Jayelle
5.0 out of 5 stars A great clarification
Reviewed in the United States on December 24, 2012
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I am so glad that Sarah wrote this. I didn't understand some of what was going on with Max and now that I've been in his head for a bit, I understand it so much better. I just wish it could have been longer.

Atone sent me back to Awaken as I had read that quite a while ago. I wanted to see how Max's point of view matched with what I had read of Lucy's. There was no difference in what happened - just a clarification of what Max was thinking. But to get the whole picture - read the first two books first.

Great book - can't wait for more. I highly recommend this series.
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Jae Ivy
5.0 out of 5 stars Oh Max We didn't know
Reviewed in the United States on January 2, 2013
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So learning Max's story is just what the Patronus readers needed. The amazing love between him and Lucy is evident in the other books but seeing how it came about and how Max handled the news really adds a layer of depth and personality. Reliving Max's life, death and afterlife through his eyes means so much. You can really feel the torture that he feels and totally empathize. Feeling every fire of anger, self loathing and vengeance. Then watching those feelings turn him into a better man, soul, and Patronus. Max is by far the most lovable character in the series and this novella really deepens that connection to the main story.
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Cindy Barton
5.0 out of 5 stars Atone
Reviewed in the United States on April 8, 2013
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I really enjoyed getting all of the background on Max. I think I might understand him a bit more. I am glad Max clarifies his feelings for his wife, not only to himself but to Cassie. I think Atone gives the background information that the readers need to see Max move on. Wouldn't it be cool if this is the way things happened when we died. Getting to live all over again, love again?
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Shine130
2.0 out of 5 stars stupid
Reviewed in the United States on September 30, 2016
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I don't know why they made us buy a separate book to just give us Max' side of the story, when they could have easily incorporate his view in alternating paragraphs with Lucy's view. I want my money back.
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PamM
4.0 out of 5 stars Love this!
Reviewed in the United States on January 6, 2013
Max Kensington has always felt guilty over his death. Not because he died but because what happened to make him die and the things left undone and unknown.He does his job but doesn't let anyone get close to him. He finally sees the light when a new reason for being comes to him. Now he must really let the past go for good. He vows that he will protect his new love no matter what cost and realizes he can be happy again.

If you read Awaken and Avenge you will for sure want to pick this one up and read it. Max is a character that most of us already love but I bet if you didn't you will fall in love with him now. As I read about his struggle to overcome his past I found myself right along with him. The author does an amazing job writing that pulls you into Max's life. I really enjoyed finding out more about him even if it was a horrible past. It made me understand him more. I could see what made him the way he was and the person he is now. If you haven't read this series be sure to do so. It is a different world you will find yourself in and very original. This was a quick delightful read and I thank the author for giving me a copy for an honest review.
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Crystal Clifton
5.0 out of 5 stars Really awesome Novella
Reviewed in the United States on April 7, 2013
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I am so glad I read this its great to learn the back story of Max and why he is the way he is. He and Lucy are perfect and I love the story line. Anyone giving this less than a four star just doesn't understand the story or didn't read it. This is a great Novella. Thanks for a great story Sarah I need to sit down and read the rest of the others now.
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Lynn Worton
5.0 out of 5 stars A Fantastic Read!
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 6, 2013
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This is a fantastic novella! I have read Awaken, so when I found out that the author had written Max's story, I quickly got myself a copy.

Max Kensington is a fantastic character. He is a loving husband and father. Tragedy sees that stripped away, and he is left grief-stricken. For many years, whilst performing his duties as a Patronus (a guardian to spirits), he has remained bitter. It's not until he meets Lucy that he realises that she is his soulmate.

Reading this novella has given me a huge insight into Max and his actions in Awaken. It has made me love him even more! Losing a loved one is hard, and his bitterness and grief are palpable. Unfortunately, this also has him acting like a total jerk. Finding Lucy may just be his salvation. I am now looking forward to reading the next book in The Patronus Series, Avenge.

Sarah M. Ross has written a wonderful companion piece to the main Patronus series. I highly recommend this novella to those who have read Awaken. I also highly recommend reading Awaken and Atone to those who have yet to read this fantastic YA Romance series. - Lynn Worton
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