Swept Away (Paperback) by Robyn Carr

About the Book

"Jennifer Chaise is proud of her life. Coming from nothing, she's used her beauty to her advantage and is swept up in a glamorous world of wealth and privilege as the mistress of a high-flying businessman. But when she walks in on a violent scene in their Las Vegas hotel room, Jennifer knows she can no longer ignore the truth about her boyfriend and she flees. Desperate to escape the men searching for her, she invents a whole new persona--with a new look and a new name--as she hides out in a small Nevada town"--Page 4 of cover.

Book Synopsis

Look for Robyn's new book, The Best of Us, a story about family, second chances and choosing to live your best life--order your copy today!

The emotional story of a young woman's journey as she leaves behind all the things she thought she wanted only to discover who she really is. #1 New York Times bestselling author Robyn Carr explores the challenges facing women today as they are valued for what's on the outside rather than the inside. Enjoy this classic favorite, previously published as Runaway Mistress.

Jennifer Chaise is proud of her life. Coming from nothing, she's used her beauty to her advantage and is swept up in a glamorous world of wealth and privilege as the mistress of a high-flying businessman. But when she walks in on a violent scene in their Las Vegas hotel room, Jennifer knows she can no longer ignore the truth about her boyfriend, and she flees. Desperate to escape the men searching for her, she invents a whole new persona--with a new look and a new name--as she hides out in a small Nevada town.

Working as a waitress in the local diner, she finds a mentor in Louise, a retired professor who takes her in. As Jennifer begins to embrace a new life, she realizes how much was missing from her old one: a sense of community and purpose... But it's not easy to simply disappear. Her neighbor Alex is a cop, and while he's friendly enough, he may also suspect that Jennifer is not what she seems.

Although she is under constant threat of being discovered, Jennifer is surprised to realize that, for the first time, she's genuinely happy. Suddenly this real world is all she wants. But will it be enough when her past catches up with her?

Review Quotes

Classic women's fiction, illuminating the power of women's friendships, is still alive and well. -Booklist on Four Friends

Robyn Carr has done it again... What We Find is complex, inspirational, and well-written. A romance that truly inspires readers as life hits them the hardest.

-San Francisco Review Journal

Carr's new novel demonstrates that classic women's fiction, illuminating the power of women's friendships, is still alive and well. -Booklist on Four Friends

A thought-provoking look at women...and the choices they make. -Kirkus Reviews on Four Friends

The captivating sixth installment of Carr's Thunder Point series (after The Promise) brings up big emotions.

-Publishers Weekly on The Homecoming

In Carr's very capable hands, the Thunder Point saga continues to delight.

-RT Book Reviews on The Promise

Sexy, funny, and intensely touching.

-Library Journal on The Chance

No one can do small-town life like Carr.

-RT Book Reviews on i

A delightfully funny novel.

-Midwest Book Reviews on The Wedding Party

Well-rounded characters, a plot rich in emotion and humor and one sweet romance make this a great read.

-RT Book Reviews on A Summer in Sonoma