She could leave any time she wanted, the door only locks from the inside; these were the comments thrown to Allie from the sofa with indifference every time she tried to save her marriage. Steve had always been controlling, but it seemed all he really wanted was someone to look after him, a mother and housekeeper, not a wife, and that was precisely what she had become. As time passes, Allie realizes there was no saving what she once thought they had and finally makes the decision to leave. She frets about how the divorce will affect her children, about whether she can make it on her own financially, so many worries, but she knows this has been years coming. Someone brought in to help with an issue at her work gives her the much needed support she needs, but his presence isn't welcomed by all. Steve turns from dismissive and uncaring to jealous and possessive in the blink of an eye. Can Allie make it alone, or will she relent and return to misery for the sake of their children?

The Divorcee by Treena Wynes is a romantic fiction story centering around Allie. You very quickly get a feel for the state of relationships and the character's own distinct personality, and the roles people played in her life. The feelings that haunt Allie are well scripted, as is the gripping plot as she tries to get back on her feet, discover who she is, and start settling and improving her life. Readers of romance will find enough sizzle and love interest to keep their hearts aflutter. From the counsellor, to work friends, and firemen, it seems everyone is pleased Allie is now available. Beautifully written, well paced, and teaming with real emotion, this is one book you won't want to put down. The perfect evening read.

The Divorcee by Treena Wynes is a tantalizing tale about the realities of a broken marriage and what happens when a frustrated, yet optimistic wife tries to rediscover life as a newly-single woman. Allie Madison has it all; a great job, loving children, a beautiful home, and enthusiasm for life. There’s just one thing standing in the way of her happiness; her cold and moody husband, Steve. Starved for affection and tired of feeling humiliated, she finally decides she’s had all she can take. It’s time to plan her escape, take control of her life, and leave the emptiness, resentment, and misery behind. In the midst of breaking free, Maddie meets fellow counselor Marcus Reimer. He’s charmingly handsome, intelligent, sensitive, and just the thing she needs to awaken the sleeping butterflies within her. Will Steve let her go willingly? Or will he try to sabotage her every attempt at happiness?

Reading The Divorcee was like bearing witness to one of my girlfriends’ messy divorces. Realistic, entertaining, and sexy-steamy; I couldn’t wait to find out what happened next! Many times women communicate their desire to fix problems within the marriage only to be ignored, and finally when the woman says, ‘I’m outta here’, they do what Steve does. They blame everyone but themselves, become overwhelmed with jealousy, play mind games, promise to change…anything to gain back the control. It was great to see Maddie push through the self-doubt and remain hopeful that there just might be a happy ending out there waiting to be had. Five stars!