Drawn Together


Romance - Suspense
454 Pages
Reviewed on 03/10/2025
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Reviewed by K.C. Finn for Readers' Favorite

Drawn Together by Samantha Zamora is an emotional, fast-paced romance with just the right mix of passion and suspense. Aspiring artist Laina Bennett moves to Los Angeles and hopes to make it big. But chasing dreams in a city like L.A. isn’t easy, and she quickly realizes that, along with the excitement, there are plenty of dangers. Then she meets Adrian Pierce, a rising actor with his own baggage, and their connection is instant. What starts as a passionate romance soon turns into something deeper, forcing them both to face their pasts. Just as they start to build something real, trouble from their old lives comes crashing back, threatening everything. Zamora weaves a story that isn’t just about falling in love—it’s about healing, taking risks, and learning to trust, even when it’s terrifying.

Samantha Zamora writes with so much emotion that it’s impossible not to get pulled in right away. Her characters feel real, with flaws and struggles that make their journey all the more powerful. One of the things I loved most was how Zamora handles trauma with honesty and care, showing that healing isn’t easy, but it’s possible with the right people by your side. The suspense is woven in very naturally, coming from the characters’ pasts rather than feeling forced, which makes it all the more intense. On top of that, the details about the art world and Hollywood feel incredibly authentic—you can tell Zamora knows these worlds inside and out. Whether she’s describing Laina’s creative process or Adrian’s struggles in the industry, it feels vivid and real. Overall, Drawn Together is a beautifully written mix of romance and suspense that explores love, healing, and redemption and I'd certainly recommend it to drama and romance fans.

Miche Arendse

Drawn Together by Samantha Zamora follows the journey of Laina Bennett, an artist looking for a new beginning in Los Angeles after leaving a toxic relationship. Eager to build a life centered on her art, she quickly becomes entangled with Adrian Pierce, a rising actor whose charm hides a dark inner struggle. The unresolved baggage of their past overshadows their intense yet turbulent relationship. As Laina attempts to navigate the cutthroat world of Hollywood, she must confront painful realities and make a life-altering choice. Will she reclaim control of her life or become another casualty of a world built on illusion and manipulation?

Samantha Zamora weaves a captivating narrative about love, trust, and the power of self-determination in Drawn Together. Her raw, evocative writing pulls readers into Laina’s emotional journey from start to finish. The novel blends together the perfect balance between romance and psychological complexity, making it not just a love story but a tale of survival and strength. Laina is a flawed but very real protagonist whose challenges and victories feel relatable. Adrian, Jax, and Vanessa each add layers of tension, embodying different facets of love, power, and manipulation. Zamora does a fantastic job of displaying both the best and worst sides humanity has to offer. The novel’s exploration of toxic relationships, self-worth, and the consequences of desire is so impactful. Drawn Together is a wonderfully written novel, and I found myself enraptured and engrossed in every page. It was truly an emotional rollercoaster that I would gladly go on again.

Rabia Tanveer

Drawn Together by Samantha Zamora tells the story of Laina Bennett, an artist seeking a fresh start in Los Angeles. Laina moves to the city with dreams of building a life through her art, but she soon finds herself entangled with Adrian Pierce, an up-and-coming actor whose charm is as magnetic as his inner turmoil. Their passionate but tumultuous relationship is complicated by the ghosts of their pasts. Laina’s possessive ex, Jax, refuses to let go, while the ruthless socialite Vanessa weaves a web of power and manipulation. As Laina navigates Hollywood’s dazzling yet treacherous reality, she must confront painful truths and decide whether to take control of her own life or become another victim of a world that thrives on illusion and control.

Author Samantha Zamora writes a beautiful narrative about finding love, trusting, and learning to take control of our destiny instead of just sitting there, wringing our hands. Zamora’s writing is raw and evocative. It immerses readers in the emotional intensity of Laina’s journey. The novel masterfully balances the romance and psychological turmoil of the characters, making it more than just a love story. It’s a tale of survival and resilience. Laina is a well-written protagonist. She is flawed yet strong, which makes her struggles and triumphs deeply relatable. Adrian, Jax, and Vanessa add layers of tension, each personifying different aspects of love, power, and manipulation. The novel’s exploration of toxic relationships, self-worth, and the cost of desire is thought-provoking and deeply meaningful. Drawn Together is a beautifully written novel that I will remember for a long time.