Reviewed by Alma Boucher for Readers' Favorite
Sierra Bennett’s life took a dramatic turn in I Am Fearless by Anita Baldew. After years of dedication, Sierra secured the gold medal in tennis at the Olympics. Upon returning home to celebrate with her loved ones, Sierra discovered her family's lifeless bodies lined up on the ground. Sierra was charged with their murders and sentenced to life imprisonment. A man named Damian Wells enlisted the help of Eva Hale to prove Sierra’s innocence, and, after two years, Sierra was freed. Eva warned Sierra that Damian was highly skilled in business and would offer his help in return for something. Damian offered to help Sierra rebuild her life and pledged to help her find justice for her family. After facing numerous attacks, Maxwell was hired to protect Sierra, and he discovered that her family’s murderer had ties to the criminal underworld.
I Am Fearless by Anita Baldew was captivating and intricate. Although the story was short, it contained all the elements to keep me engaged. The storyline was thrilling, and I could not turn the pages quickly enough to discover what would happen next. The characters felt authentic and resembled people I have encountered in real life. I admired Sierra; despite all the trauma and grief she endured, she emerged as a remarkably resilient person. She found herself in situations she could not control and never once considered surrendering. The writing was beautifully crafted, with a significant focus on the characters' emotions and personalities. The story concluded with a cliffhanger, and I cannot wait to dive into the next installment.