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angepants's review
5.0
Wow. I'm kind of speechless after finishing this masterpiece of angst. I tried to read it slowly, I really did, but it just suddenly got to the end and now I just don't know what to do with myself. Indiana is still one of my fave FMC's and I loved to see her growth, mentally she begins to find her strength and empowerment in her choices. Maddox, Weston and Jagger all get their time here and boy, do they use it well. Jameson, oh Jameson, I love his twisted ways. This second book, has it all, hot and heavy times, sweet moments that make you melt, true horrors of nastiness and the nastiest foster brother and sister ever. I'm sad I've finished it but I really loved every second!
tj_darkreads's review
5.0
I so wish I could give this book more than 5 stars, but I'll take it. Oh dear lord this is Bk2 and damn was it absolutely amazing. This picks up where Bk1 left off at if you haven't read Bk1 you need to as these stories aren't standalones and boy oh boy you have no idea what you're missing. I'm not giving thing's away, but damn that ending had me feeling like nooooo
colbiecam's review
5.0
I'm positive I'm developing trust issues on the scale of the characters in this book. I still don't have nearly enough clarity for who I can and can't trust. I don't know who the bad guys are. I *might* know who *some* of the good guys are. I'm feeling some feelings towards characters that I didn't think possible at the end of Tarnished. All told, this was a great novel, even better than the first. If you're looking for a book that will take you on an emotional journey, you found it. Can't say I didn't warn you.
marisakucha's review
5.0
This continuation of the series continued to completely engross me and I was heavily invested in knowing what was happening with these characters. I mentioned with my review of the first book and I’ll say it again, I love that this book is different from other reverse harems because we still don’t know exactly who is going to be within it. With this book we have two and a few theories.
Indiana’s story continues to pull at your heartstrings. The poor girl has been through so much in her short years and when you think/hope that maybe she can catch a break, life throws something else at her. After part of the reveal that occurred at the end of book one, the stakes are even higher but she is aware of at least one threat to her.
For the men in her life, we begin to see how her relationship forms and changes with some of them. We are given glimpses into the childhood and pasts of a few of the guys and it only adds to the theories of which role they will all have within the story. It’s hard to pick based on their current actions, past actions and their histories. I especially love that it’s not an insta-love/the relationship is perfect scenario. There are discussions, there are emotions and confusion and judgments. It seems a bit more realistic overall, which is a change from most of these types of books.
I have really enjoyed the two books in the series thus far. The character histories and growth and development and the mysteries that are both big and small continue to captivate. That ending left so much to think about and there was a little bit of a shock. Book three can’t come soon enough.
Indiana’s story continues to pull at your heartstrings. The poor girl has been through so much in her short years and when you think/hope that maybe she can catch a break, life throws something else at her. After part of the reveal that occurred at the end of book one, the stakes are even higher but she is aware of at least one threat to her.
For the men in her life, we begin to see how her relationship forms and changes with some of them. We are given glimpses into the childhood and pasts of a few of the guys and it only adds to the theories of which role they will all have within the story. It’s hard to pick based on their current actions, past actions and their histories. I especially love that it’s not an insta-love/the relationship is perfect scenario. There are discussions, there are emotions and confusion and judgments. It seems a bit more realistic overall, which is a change from most of these types of books.
I have really enjoyed the two books in the series thus far. The character histories and growth and development and the mysteries that are both big and small continue to captivate. That ending left so much to think about and there was a little bit of a shock. Book three can’t come soon enough.
dettadrake's review
4.0
I love that we get to see some more relationship building, as I personally do need that for the relationship to feel natural and for it to make sense to me.
I felt that this one was darker than the first one, so don’t forget to check the trigger warnings. If you like dark though (like I do
I felt that this one was darker than the first one, so don’t forget to check the trigger warnings. If you like dark though (like I do
shedevilreads's review
5.0
Destroyed by Indie Black and Sienna Cousins is a dark high school reverse harem romance. This is the second book in the Tainted By Ruin Trilogy.
The book comes with a caution "It is a Dark High School Reverse Harem Romance that includes scenes that may be triggering to some. (Sexual assault, physical abuse, self harm). Recommended for readers 18+."
This is Indie and Sienna's debut series and they keep knocking it out of the park. I was hooked from the very beginning and couldn't wait to see what was going to happen next. The book took me on an emotional rollercoaster that I never wanted to get off.
I loved that we got Brett, Indiana, Maddox, Weston, Jagger, and Anonymous points of view throughout the book. It really brought the story to life.
The book ends on an amazing cliffhanger that left me begging for more! I can't wait for the next book in the series Absolution to be released on May 2, 2022.
I would highly recommend this series if you love dark romances, bully romances, reverse harems, or romantic suspense.
The book comes with a caution "It is a Dark High School Reverse Harem Romance that includes scenes that may be triggering to some. (Sexual assault, physical abuse, self harm). Recommended for readers 18+."
This is Indie and Sienna's debut series and they keep knocking it out of the park. I was hooked from the very beginning and couldn't wait to see what was going to happen next. The book took me on an emotional rollercoaster that I never wanted to get off.
I loved that we got Brett, Indiana, Maddox, Weston, Jagger, and Anonymous points of view throughout the book. It really brought the story to life.
The book ends on an amazing cliffhanger that left me begging for more! I can't wait for the next book in the series Absolution to be released on May 2, 2022.
I would highly recommend this series if you love dark romances, bully romances, reverse harems, or romantic suspense.
booksabrewin's review
2.0
Indiana's ghost from the past has come back to haunt her in a way she never imagined. She had thought he was long dead, that he was just a bad memory that she needed to get over. But it seems evil doesn't like to stay dead and now she has to find a way to escape her past all over again while also navigating the tumultuous waters of her new love affairs with Maddox and Weston. There are a lot of mysteries surrounding Indiana and she is coming up short on answers. Can Indiana find the freedom she has longed for?
This book seemed to almost tread water. Instead of catapulting the story forward it seemed to move at a snail's pace. Indiana was still finding her place with her boys and yet she has only told Maddox of her past. She is still keeping it from Weston and still going extremely slow with Jagger. For a series that is supposed to be a trilogy the third book is going to have a lot of ground to cover to tie up all the loose ends and also complete the harem so there is a happily-ever-after.
I feel as if Indiana's past is a constant topic in the books so when dealing with the past so often, how exactly is a character meant to grow and find the ability to heal? I understand that there are still antagonists that are haunting her and outwardly attacking her so it is hard to bury it when it keeps slapping you in the face, but... I had hoped there was going to be a bit of growth from Indiana and also some forward motion.
Destroyed was a fairly lackluster sequel that I hope will be redeemed in the last book.
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the_bibliophile_pile's review
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Ummmm excuse me but what was that ending? It’s past midnight and I have a huge day tomorrow but I am genuinely considering pulling an all nighter and starting the next one immediately.
gemmylou87's review
5.0
I am not OK. Ladies!!! That ending!! Now I understand why the second book is called Destroyed because that's exactly what it did to my calm, meditative state when reading!
I adored Tarnished so much and eagerly anticipated this book and was definitely not disappointed! It's dark, intriguing and full of hot scenes that will make it impossible not to love the writing from these two crazy-talented authors.
Dive into this series but prepare to be thrown from the cliffs, but they just make the anticipation for the next book all the better.
I adored Tarnished so much and eagerly anticipated this book and was definitely not disappointed! It's dark, intriguing and full of hot scenes that will make it impossible not to love the writing from these two crazy-talented authors.
Dive into this series but prepare to be thrown from the cliffs, but they just make the anticipation for the next book all the better.