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5 Stars! "Karen Wiesner pens another powerful tale with UNTIL IT'S GONE. Wiesner writes novels that are so powerful and strong that you will never forget them. Mitch and his sister were so damaged by their father that only love will bring them back from the brink of an abyss. True love is what will redeem them and make them whole; they just have to be prepared to accept it. UNTIL IT'S GONE is a classic case of what can go wrong in one’s life but can be fixed with help. It is also a story where you do not realize what you have...until it's gone. Unbelievably riveting, Karen Wiesner takes us to the depths of despair and raises us up to victory with this book." ~Debby for Single... More > Titles http://singletitles.com/?p=3774


Rating: You need to read!! "In this wonderful read you will find great tortured characters: Mitch, a true wounded warrior, his sister, Julia, who was sold when she was 12, and Brenda, the woman who has always loved him. This is a very good romance filled with action, suspense and sweet sensual tension! Having read the first book in this series, I had a certain preconceived picture of Mitch’s character. He had been mixing with drug dealers for years, he had betrayed his love, Brenda, and it seemed he was definitely on his way down. So this book was full of surprises! Mitch gets out of prison and very soon finds Brenda at his door. He feels he is not worthy of her love and is shocked by what she has come to tell him. Mitch had betrayed Brenda many years ago to try to get her away from him even though he truly wants her…now more than ever. Add to the picture that Mitch still feels guilty because he wasn’t able to protect his younger sister when their drugged out father sold her to a dope dealer. Although he fears Julia is dead, certain people keep promising him they will find her for him–-if he does what they want. When threats from his past start closing in, Mitch must figure a way to protect those he loves and to get his life right if he wants a future with them. This story is full of deep, abiding and unconditional love. The pain, confusion and love the characters experience can be felt through the excellent writing. The story is fast paced and full of action. Although this is the 5th in the series and can be read on its own, I think at least the first book would help to introduce all the characters and get the background history of Mitch and Brenda’s love story. I want to read the other books and I would heartily say that this is a book, and a full series, to really enjoy." ~reviewed by MarthaE for You Gotta Read Reviews http://yougottareadreviews.blogspot.com/2009/06/review-until-its-gone-by-karen-wiesner.html


4 1/2 Delightful Divas! “UNTIL IT’S GONE, Wounded Warriors #5, is yet another unique story in the series. Truly, Karen Wiesner has surprised me in that each story really is individual and unique to the main characters. This keeps the series fresh and interesting because you never really know what to expect. Ms. Wiesner’s ability to get the reader involved with the characters and story was triumphant. This story is Brenda’s and Mitch’s, probably the two least known members of the group. In fact, for a good part of the preceding two books, Mitch had basically disappeared. Brenda’s been around, especially in Gwen’s story. But then they were room-mates and best friends way-back-when and subsequently have a strong bond. It was nice to get to know Brenda as herself rather than as ‘the friend’. Mitch, on the other hand is a huge mystery. But even back in the first book we knew that he was tied to the drug culture. What surprised me, over and over, about the group is that they never turned their backs on one of their own, even if the person—like Mitch and Jessie—completely disengaged themselves. And, especially when it came to Mitch, I couldn’t really understand it. He’s only a friend of Paul’s originally, but of course he and Brenda had a hot-and-heavy relationship for a number of years. But when he was found cheating on her and he completely submersed himself in the world of drugs, I really didn’t think that we’d ever see him again. I was wrong. Even more surprisingly is that Karen Wiesner not only redeems him, but I ended up really liking Mitch.


“Mitch and Brenda’s story is fraught with angst and emotional overload—especially for Mitch. To find out that he was a father, after the horrible childhood he’d had, was beyond his comprehension. As for Brenda, I admire her so much for her stand that their daughter deserved to know her daddy. Brenda has a heart of gold. But as much as she wanted to give Mitch the chance to be part of their little girl’s life, she was quite conflicted when her feelings for Mitch once again came to the forefront. And that was something else I thought was special, that neither had ever stopped loving the other. I think, for Mitch, his love for Brenda is all that kept him human throughout the years. The fact that the two of them had lost at least 20 years together just broke my heart. It certainly made me angry and very sad at the same time.


“As for the element of romantic suspense that is part and parcel of UNTIL IT’S GONE, Karen Wiesner did a fabulous job keeping me on tenterhooks. And the buildup to the end was... wow; edge of the seat all the way. Along with the thrill-ride to the end, I also enjoyed the secondary romance... and was glad to see that so much was finally given back to Mitch. Because the man deserved it all, and by keeping true to his love for Brenda, he finally won! I’d be hard pressed to pick my favorite, but in some ways I think that UNTIL IT’S GONE is right up there. I love suspense, and a lovers-reunited theme, but it’s the characters that really grabbed my heart. Mitch and Brenda had lost so much that being able to watch as they not only found their way back together, but were able to at long last live the life they’d wanted. Karen Wiesner with every story continues to gain my respect for her talent and storytelling. One more book in the Wounded Warriors Series to go...and I can hardly wait!” ~Kathy for Dark Diva Reviews http://ddrreviews.blogspot.com/2010/06/until-its-gone-by-karen-wiesner.html


4 Books! "Karen Wiesner sustains an undercurrent of suspense with subplots that filter into the love and lives of Brenda, Mitch and Haylee, keeping the reader at top alert for machinations that can rip their lives apart. She also creates situations that keep the reader guessing about which characters can be trusted and which ones are willing to use anybody and any means to reach their own goals regardless of the fallout--some good foreshadowing. The intrigues, personal agendas, and diverse characters make UNTIL IT’S GONE a multifaceted story that is emotionally charged." ~reviewed by Camellia for Long and Short Romance Reviews http://longandshortreviews.blogspot.com/2009/06/until-its-gone-by-karen-wiesner.html


4 Stars! "Book five of the Wounded Warrior Series packs an emotional punch. The characters are deeply scarred from childhood tragedies but are trying to redeem themselves. Two parallel storylines take place simultaneously, and Wiesner seamlessly switches between them. The outcome of this book is warm and satisfying and lingers after the last page is read." ~Barb Anderson for RT Book Reviews http://www.rtbookreviews.com


4 Stars! "UNTIL IT'S GONE is a story of suspense and will keep you turning the pages. Karen Wiesner is a master of mixing suspense and romance. Her characters are well developed. Her plots are never lacking action, suspense, and romance." ~reviewed by Lynn for ReviewYourBook.com http://reviewyourbook.com/component/simple_review/?review=1731-Until-Its-Gone


"As a faithful follower of the Wounded Warriors Series, I have waited for Mitch and Brenda’s story. When Mitch was introduced in the beginning of the series, I thought he was a jerk for treating Brenda like he did. I could not hazard a guess how Ms. Wiesner would complete their story, but just like a king-sized snickers bar packed full of peanuts, UNTIL IT'S GONE is so satisfying. Ms. Wiesner brings the long awaited story to a happy ending and made me care what happened to Mitch. UNTIL IT'S GONE is a touching story about one woman’s belief in lasting love and never giving up on her knight in shining armor." ~reviewed by Dawn Myers for Writers Unlimited http://www.writersunlimited.com


"Karen Wiesner's UNTIL IT'S GONE, the fifth book in her Wounded Warriors Series, proves yet again what a gifted pen Karen wields. She is a master at taking deeply wounded characters, characters who are often times unconventional heroes and heroines, and making the reader relate to and care for them. I ached for Mitch as he held his daughter and fought Brenda's draw, knowing he had to leave them--deny them in order to protect them. But Brenda is not a woman who'll easily let go of the dark knight she and her daughter love. As ever, in a Wiesner book, resolution is never easy, but it's always just what the reader wants. I highly recommend UNTIL IT'S GONE as I do the entire series. Love those Wounded Warriors." ~reviewed by multi-published, award-winning author Barbara Raffin www.BarbaraRaffin.com


"No one writes a better tormented hero better than Karen Wiesner, and Mitch Taylor in UNTIL IT'S GONE is one of her best! Karen gives readers another wonderful 'wounded warrior'. Strong, devoted and tormented, Mitch Taylor is on the brink of surrendering to the demons of his past until he meets the one woman whose love may be strong enough to save him. An adorable ten month old baby and word of his long-lost sister enter his life at the worst possible time, making UNTIL IT'S GONE a story of love and redemption sure to delight Ms. Wiesner's many fans." ~award-winning author Carrie S. Masek http://www.masek.net


"This may be the best of the Wounded Warriors saga so far, which is saying a lot as that is a super series. Mitch is a terrific protagonist who has harmed innocent people as part of his realistic cover, but even before Brenda’s pronouncement he had doubts about right vs. wrong as he reconsiders his side's values as they assume the end justifies any mean. Brenda has issues also, but this is clearly Mitch’s tribulation with no hope for redemption. Fans will relish this powerful gritty entry." ~Harriet Klausner for Genre Go Round Reviews http://genregoroundreviews.blogspot.com/2009/09/until-its-gone-karen-wiesner.html < Less