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gypsygirlfl's review
5.0
Wow!
Words can’t describe this book adequately. Its absolutely amazing how Serena’s universe with the Feckers, the Sinners, and the Valentini are able to stand alone but are amazing read in order. This book is bittersweet as it’s the next to the last in this universe with Star’s being the last (as of now
Words can’t describe this book adequately. Its absolutely amazing how Serena’s universe with the Feckers, the Sinners, and the Valentini are able to stand alone but are amazing read in order. This book is bittersweet as it’s the next to the last in this universe with Star’s being the last (as of now
kac469's review
challenging
dark
emotional
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
4.0
adamngoodread's review
adventurous
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
kendallkels14's review
5.0
This duet MIGHT just end up being my favorite about my potentially favorite couple! I have been dying for this duet foreverrrr. I knew Conor and Star were going to be SO great. I really did. Conor is everything I knew he’d be. Star surprised me but in the very best way. She is perfect for Conor and he is absolutely perfect for her! Them FINALLY meeting was *sigh*. Even though Conor wasn’t super happy with Star when he eventually got to see her in person for the very first time. He made the meeting perfect. But because of the circumstances of their first meeting, they are in a cluster. The conspiracies, the betrayals, the questions never ever stop. I’m ready for them to be out of this mess so they can have their happily ever after together! I’m obsessed with this series, y’all. So ready for Filthy Truths!
rita93's review
adventurous
challenging
dark
funny
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
olovesbooks's review
5.0
If a character could be a home, it would be Conor. And if Conor is home, then Star is love. Because they go hand in hand and they both love so hard.
I don't know how else to explain how Conor is, but that would be the closest example I have. He makes you feel comfortable. He makes you smile especially when life gives you reasons not to. He makes you laugh. And he has a way of looking at things differently. Where other people would see finding your person as making you weak, he finds that as a strength. Star makes him stronger and vice versa.
These two deserve all of the happiness especially after everything they have been through and that we have seen then endure throughout the Five Points series and A Dark & Dirty Sinners MC series. We've had little glimpses inside their heads, but having a book dedicated solely to them hits different. They both exceeded my expectations and my expectations were HIIIIIIIGH.
When they first met, I felt like I was the chair in that room. If you know, you know. AND THEIR FIRST KISS. Omg, I was kicking my feet in the air.
You see so much growth in this book especially between the brothers and their wives. It was really beautiful to read especially Conor's interaction with Finn, Aiofe and Jake.
There were twists and turns and if there is one thing Serena knows how to do it's of course write spicy scenes, but also keep you on your toes. I cannot wait to see where the next book takes us because if Filthy Lies was a ride, I just know Filthy Truth is gonna be a rollercoaster.
I don't know how else to explain how Conor is, but that would be the closest example I have. He makes you feel comfortable. He makes you smile especially when life gives you reasons not to. He makes you laugh. And he has a way of looking at things differently. Where other people would see finding your person as making you weak, he finds that as a strength. Star makes him stronger and vice versa.
These two deserve all of the happiness especially after everything they have been through and that we have seen then endure throughout the Five Points series and A Dark & Dirty Sinners MC series. We've had little glimpses inside their heads, but having a book dedicated solely to them hits different. They both exceeded my expectations and my expectations were HIIIIIIIGH.
When they first met, I felt like I was the chair in that room. If you know, you know. AND THEIR FIRST KISS. Omg, I was kicking my feet in the air.
You see so much growth in this book especially between the brothers and their wives. It was really beautiful to read especially Conor's interaction with Finn, Aiofe and Jake.
There were twists and turns and if there is one thing Serena knows how to do it's of course write spicy scenes, but also keep you on your toes. I cannot wait to see where the next book takes us because if Filthy Lies was a ride, I just know Filthy Truth is gonna be a rollercoaster.
kelly_reads_books's review
5.0
I have been anxiously waiting for Star And Conor's story and Serena Akeroyd did not pull any punches with this book! It is addictive and action-packed, from page one until the end!
This couple has been doing the LDR dance for 2 years, and finally, FINALLY, they end up in Croatia together under suspicious circumstances wrought with a lot of outside influence and manipulation. Star has a lot baggage, and rightly so after what she has been through. But Conor has the patience of a Saint, he is calm and reassuring and laser focused on her needs and triggers. He is swoony worthy and so very dreamy.
The chaos and calamity that seems to follow Star and Conor is complicated but captivating at the same time. I cannot wait for Filthy Truths!!!
This couple has been doing the LDR dance for 2 years, and finally, FINALLY, they end up in Croatia together under suspicious circumstances wrought with a lot of outside influence and manipulation. Star has a lot baggage, and rightly so after what she has been through. But Conor has the patience of a Saint, he is calm and reassuring and laser focused on her needs and triggers. He is swoony worthy and so very dreamy.
The chaos and calamity that seems to follow Star and Conor is complicated but captivating at the same time. I cannot wait for Filthy Truths!!!
jnremerypearson's review
4.0
3.5 stars. Here's the thing - I think so often we rate books based on how "great" the writing is. Serena Akeroyd has this ability to write to the characters that I haven't noticed in any other writer. That's to say that Star and Conor's books feel different than the other books - which is appropriate considering the personalities of Star & Conor. Another puzzle piece is that her writing is not going to appeal to everyone - it's not "great literature" - but I definitely don't think that's what she's going for.
All that in mind though - I am a Serena Akeroyd Stan. There is something about her world, her characters, and the writing that is 100% comfort food for me. I KNOW I will like a Akeroyd book. It might not be my favorite, and it might not be the best book I read - but it will be that comfortable book that I know will make me happy and I never have to be stressed that she's going to pull some absurd b*s that's going to make me hate the characters she wants me to love.
It was soooooo long though and I think she gets a bit bogged down in details and extra plot twists that we don't really need... but still love her.
All that in mind though - I am a Serena Akeroyd Stan. There is something about her world, her characters, and the writing that is 100% comfort food for me. I KNOW I will like a Akeroyd book. It might not be my favorite, and it might not be the best book I read - but it will be that comfortable book that I know will make me happy and I never have to be stressed that she's going to pull some absurd b*s that's going to make me hate the characters she wants me to love.
It was soooooo long though and I think she gets a bit bogged down in details and extra plot twists that we don't really need... but still love her.
jessicasorenson's review
challenging
dark
emotional
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
ree128's review
5.0
I've just finished reading this book, and all I can say is WOW!
This book has so many feelings in it. I went from smiling at something Conor said or did that was thoughtful or sweet to crying over a shared memory.
Conor always had some type of candy on hand, in his pockets, for Star was so thoughtful and sweet it made me melt. Every time he pulled a different type out, I wondered where he was keeping all of it, then I just thought how thoughtful it was of him to always have something on him just for her.
No matter the situation, Conor always seemed to know just the right thing to say to Star to make her feel better or to diffuse a situation. These two spent two years flirting online, and we have waited for this moment. The author did not disappoint. It was not anticlimactic. It was everything and more than I could have ever dreamed of.
Both characters are survivors of SA. They have approached their relationship very openly, telling each other what triggers they have. Everything they have done is so romantic and so them. I just can't say how much this couple means to me.
The way the book ended makes me glad there is such a short wait for Filthy Truth.
This book has so many feelings in it. I went from smiling at something Conor said or did that was thoughtful or sweet to crying over a shared memory.
Conor always had some type of candy on hand, in his pockets, for Star was so thoughtful and sweet it made me melt. Every time he pulled a different type out, I wondered where he was keeping all of it, then I just thought how thoughtful it was of him to always have something on him just for her.
No matter the situation, Conor always seemed to know just the right thing to say to Star to make her feel better or to diffuse a situation. These two spent two years flirting online, and we have waited for this moment. The author did not disappoint. It was not anticlimactic. It was everything and more than I could have ever dreamed of.
Both characters are survivors of SA. They have approached their relationship very openly, telling each other what triggers they have. Everything they have done is so romantic and so them. I just can't say how much this couple means to me.
The way the book ended makes me glad there is such a short wait for Filthy Truth.