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clgaston31's review against another edition
5.0
***I received an ARC in exchange for an honest review.***
This book was AMAZING!!! I've been looking forward to this story ever since Ivy first started talking about it, and oh my gawd... it did NOT disappoint. I inhaled this book. Trust me, you won't want to put it down once starting it. Ivy Fox brings the angst, drama, lies, steam, and then leaves you craving the next book in the series.
Ollie and Asher made it so easy to fall for them, but dammit, they also made me want to throw my kindle at the wall.
As for Roman, I admit I wanted to throat punch him the majority of the time but I am also REALLY looking forward to more of his interactions with Holland.
Ivy Fox knows how to write bully romances and fans of the genre will NOT be disappointed. I am looking forward to the next book in this series.
This book was AMAZING!!! I've been looking forward to this story ever since Ivy first started talking about it, and oh my gawd... it did NOT disappoint. I inhaled this book. Trust me, you won't want to put it down once starting it. Ivy Fox brings the angst, drama, lies, steam, and then leaves you craving the next book in the series.
Ollie and Asher made it so easy to fall for them, but dammit, they also made me want to throw my kindle at the wall.
As for Roman, I admit I wanted to throat punch him the majority of the time but I am also REALLY looking forward to more of his interactions with Holland.
Ivy Fox knows how to write bully romances and fans of the genre will NOT be disappointed. I am looking forward to the next book in this series.
chloeleigh95's review
challenging
dark
emotional
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
3.5⭐️⭐️⭐️&1🌶️. This started out so good but my god I was so annoyed at how it ended up. The twins Ash and Ollie need to get their head out there As$#$$ for 5 minutes to realise they’re totally wrong about Holland AKA Snow. There was so much potential for some interesting spice so I hope they stop being bullies and actually love each other again. The ending did catch me off guard and that’s the reason for an extra half star because honestly I wasn’t that keen on the story. Also, Vivienne!!?! Someone shoot that woman.
hannahwantstoread's review against another edition
5.0
Oh wow
I enjoyed this so much. There’s enjoy mystery to keep things exciting but not so much that the book is confusing to read. I loved seeing the change in Snow’s relationship with the twins. The parents are abhorrent. And the ending??? Well, I’ll just say I’m off to download book two immediately. A great find on Stuff Your Kindle day.
I enjoyed this so much. There’s enjoy mystery to keep things exciting but not so much that the book is confusing to read. I loved seeing the change in Snow’s relationship with the twins. The parents are abhorrent. And the ending??? Well, I’ll just say I’m off to download book two immediately. A great find on Stuff Your Kindle day.
kirreadsbooks's review
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.5
jessventura's review against another edition
4.0
the end!?!
Holland KILL their father!!
WTFCK
I think the father try to abuse her and she defend herself and end killing him, maybe acidentally.
Holland KILL their father!!
WTFCK
I think the father try to abuse her and she defend herself and end killing him, maybe acidentally.
ameserole's review against another edition
4.0
Wow. Heartless was so good and I can't wait to dive into the next book.
In it, you will meet Holland who was pretty much her mother's favorite person to bully. I honestly hated how she was treated by that vile woman. It sucks that her died unexpectedly but I have a feeling that her mom was somehow behind it all. Then there's her heart, because she fell in love with twin brothers - Asher and Ollie. Of course the love was mutual but I had a feeling that something was going to tear them apart.
Enter her mother and their god awful dad. Two heartless people that definitely deserve one another. They both gave zero shits about their own kids because it would mean that they would have a heart. The only good thing, or four, that came out of Grayson were his kids. Roman, Elle, Asher and Ollie are a force to reckon with. It honestly made me happy that they all know their dad is a monster. I was also super happy that they all hated Holland's mother.
Yet, something was off. Obviously this book had dark secrets that needed to come out but I had no idea when it was actually going to happen or not. Other than that, I devoured the crap out of this book. My head is still reeling over everything that happened, especially the ending, because I seriously need the next book.
Overall, I'm totally forgetting my damn TBR or BR schedule and diving into book 2 this week. #NOREGRETS
In it, you will meet Holland who was pretty much her mother's favorite person to bully. I honestly hated how she was treated by that vile woman. It sucks that her died unexpectedly but I have a feeling that her mom was somehow behind it all. Then there's her heart, because she fell in love with twin brothers - Asher and Ollie. Of course the love was mutual but I had a feeling that something was going to tear them apart.
Enter her mother and their god awful dad. Two heartless people that definitely deserve one another. They both gave zero shits about their own kids because it would mean that they would have a heart. The only good thing, or four, that came out of Grayson were his kids. Roman, Elle, Asher and Ollie are a force to reckon with. It honestly made me happy that they all know their dad is a monster. I was also super happy that they all hated Holland's mother.
Yet, something was off. Obviously this book had dark secrets that needed to come out but I had no idea when it was actually going to happen or not. Other than that, I devoured the crap out of this book. My head is still reeling over everything that happened, especially the ending, because I seriously need the next book.
Overall, I'm totally forgetting my damn TBR or BR schedule and diving into book 2 this week. #NOREGRETS
thedailykaylee's review against another edition
4.0
Off to the next I go
Book one in this reverse harem series.
This book revolves around Holland, aka snow, a girl who comes from unloving parents, and her relationship with two brothers. With the twins wanting to take their relationship to the next level, a wrench is put into their plans when snow becomes their stepsister. Everything they think they knew and loved about snow is overcast with betrayal, even though we know our girl had no part in anything that went on, the guys don’t know that and their hearts have been obliterated.
This book felt more like a prequel to the “high school bully” aspect of the series since this book is really showing you the relationships between all of the main characters and it takes place before school starts for their senior year. But it definitely sets it up so we for sure can expect our girl to be a pariah once school starts in the next book. There’s no hardcore bullying, just acting out due to broken hearts. I really liked all of the characters and I’m anxious to see where this series goes after that unexpected cliffhanger
Book one in this reverse harem series.
This book revolves around Holland, aka snow, a girl who comes from unloving parents, and her relationship with two brothers. With the twins wanting to take their relationship to the next level, a wrench is put into their plans when snow becomes their stepsister. Everything they think they knew and loved about snow is overcast with betrayal, even though we know our girl had no part in anything that went on, the guys don’t know that and their hearts have been obliterated.
This book felt more like a prequel to the “high school bully” aspect of the series since this book is really showing you the relationships between all of the main characters and it takes place before school starts for their senior year. But it definitely sets it up so we for sure can expect our girl to be a pariah once school starts in the next book. There’s no hardcore bullying, just acting out due to broken hearts. I really liked all of the characters and I’m anxious to see where this series goes after that unexpected cliffhanger
redamancyreads's review against another edition
5.0
First off – holy gorgeous cover! Am I right? I mean, look at this thing..it’s beautiful! I’m trying to come to terms with the fact that I am, in fact, a book cover snob. I try so so hard NOT to be, but I’m afraid that’s just the way the good Lord made me. You know..I think I should put together a list of books that the cover did not impress me, but the story did- because there are actually several of those!
So now for my actual review of this story! I’ll try not to ramble -..keyword: try..-
The blurb of this book, which I’ve included along with the cover, just down below, really intrigued me. I’ve been on a bullymance kick lately and when reading the blurb- I knew I needed it in my life! Ivy writes a really great story, with a lot of build up in the beginning part of the book. Well, I feel like there’s build up in the middle as well. To be honest, I was sort of bored for the first bit of the book because I was just so anxious for things to start getting juicy. None of that is the authors fault lol, that’s just me and my impatient self lol but wwwwwooooow..let me tell you..when that insane tension finally did come? … Just wow. It made every single word before it, worth it. The wait was SO worth it!
This sucker ends on a HUGE, massive cliffhanger. But it’s a good cliffhanger too. It’s the kind of cliffhanger that if it were a movie? You would be jumping out of your seat screaming, “WHAT THE HELL!? YOU’VE GOT TO BE KIDDING ME!” — but when you get home, you can’t stop thinking about it..or talking about it with basically every living, breathing creature within 5 feet of you. You also start searching every possible website for more information on the next installment because you’re so desperate to know when you get answers!
So now for my actual review of this story! I’ll try not to ramble -..keyword: try..-
The blurb of this book, which I’ve included along with the cover, just down below, really intrigued me. I’ve been on a bullymance kick lately and when reading the blurb- I knew I needed it in my life! Ivy writes a really great story, with a lot of build up in the beginning part of the book. Well, I feel like there’s build up in the middle as well. To be honest, I was sort of bored for the first bit of the book because I was just so anxious for things to start getting juicy. None of that is the authors fault lol, that’s just me and my impatient self lol but wwwwwooooow..let me tell you..when that insane tension finally did come? … Just wow. It made every single word before it, worth it. The wait was SO worth it!
This sucker ends on a HUGE, massive cliffhanger. But it’s a good cliffhanger too. It’s the kind of cliffhanger that if it were a movie? You would be jumping out of your seat screaming, “WHAT THE HELL!? YOU’VE GOT TO BE KIDDING ME!” — but when you get home, you can’t stop thinking about it..or talking about it with basically every living, breathing creature within 5 feet of you. You also start searching every possible website for more information on the next installment because you’re so desperate to know when you get answers!
jennyluvlitbooks's review against another edition
5.0
With probably my last two brain cells left, I will try to write this review. So, please bear with me if my review sounds a bit all over the place, incoherent or just plain senseless. Why you ask am I like this? Well, I just finished reading this remarkable and gripping book; the culprit for my sleep deprivation.
OMG, you guys! This book and its author are HEARTLESS! And don’t let me start with the boys of this series too. I JUST CAN’T! WHY? Why you do me like that? I am seriously on the fence whether to hate or love this newest series of the author. Maybe it was both? Because it was so damn good! But what did I expect? Ever since her recently concluded Rotten Love Duet (which I adore!), let just say that I’m eagerly anticipating this book. And boy, did this book delivered!
Without giving away too many details, this book nailed bully romance on its head. The bully element is perfectly rendered and appropriate in the story. The drama and angst factor was brought on by deceits, lies and betrayals that surrounds them. I’m telling you, the feels of this story hits me right in the chest! There is no other way you won’t be able to feel and relate with the hurt, pain and heartbreak of a true love that these characters felt.
Told in multiple POV, the story enables you to have a glimpse to each main characters thoughts and feelings. Snow is a smart young woman but dealt with shitty parents. She learned to be self reliant, see the positive in a situation, and doesn’t give her trust easily. I don’t want to play favorites, but as of this moment, I love Roman. He may be rude, cold and hard hearted but he hides a soft spot for those he truly loves. The twins, Asher and Oliver, may be my second favorite set of twins out there in the book world. Ash with his impish, volatile, fun attitude and sensitive, logical, hot Ollie; they are like night and day. I couldn’t get enough of these two. My other favorite is Elle, the only rose among the Grayson’s thorns. She is sassy, wise beyond her years and a force to be reckoned with. I think I will have to retract my earlier sentiment and say instead that all of them are my favorites, LOL.
I loved every second I’ve spent reading this baby and I can’t wait to read the next one because that ending is a killer! I may have screamed bloody murder and nearly proceeded to throw my e-reader, so ladies be prepared for a major book hangover. Love, love, love it!
OMG, you guys! This book and its author are HEARTLESS! And don’t let me start with the boys of this series too. I JUST CAN’T! WHY? Why you do me like that? I am seriously on the fence whether to hate or love this newest series of the author. Maybe it was both? Because it was so damn good! But what did I expect? Ever since her recently concluded Rotten Love Duet (which I adore!), let just say that I’m eagerly anticipating this book. And boy, did this book delivered!
Without giving away too many details, this book nailed bully romance on its head. The bully element is perfectly rendered and appropriate in the story. The drama and angst factor was brought on by deceits, lies and betrayals that surrounds them. I’m telling you, the feels of this story hits me right in the chest! There is no other way you won’t be able to feel and relate with the hurt, pain and heartbreak of a true love that these characters felt.
Told in multiple POV, the story enables you to have a glimpse to each main characters thoughts and feelings. Snow is a smart young woman but dealt with shitty parents. She learned to be self reliant, see the positive in a situation, and doesn’t give her trust easily. I don’t want to play favorites, but as of this moment, I love Roman. He may be rude, cold and hard hearted but he hides a soft spot for those he truly loves. The twins, Asher and Oliver, may be my second favorite set of twins out there in the book world. Ash with his impish, volatile, fun attitude and sensitive, logical, hot Ollie; they are like night and day. I couldn’t get enough of these two. My other favorite is Elle, the only rose among the Grayson’s thorns. She is sassy, wise beyond her years and a force to be reckoned with. I think I will have to retract my earlier sentiment and say instead that all of them are my favorites, LOL.
I loved every second I’ve spent reading this baby and I can’t wait to read the next one because that ending is a killer! I may have screamed bloody murder and nearly proceeded to throw my e-reader, so ladies be prepared for a major book hangover. Love, love, love it!
marisakucha's review
5.0
All of the emotions between the characters and the story made this such an easy book to devour. Then that ending just blew me away, I loved it.
Upon starting this book I wasn’t sure how this would be a bully romance/ enemies to lovers but I think the author did a great job with the twists. I loved the constantly changing dynamics and relationships between the characters. I also liked the introduction to new settings, different characters and new tensions and problems.
Very thankful I don’t have to wait for book 2 because I don’t think I would have enjoyed waiting after that cliffhanger.
Upon starting this book I wasn’t sure how this would be a bully romance/ enemies to lovers but I think the author did a great job with the twists. I loved the constantly changing dynamics and relationships between the characters. I also liked the introduction to new settings, different characters and new tensions and problems.
Very thankful I don’t have to wait for book 2 because I don’t think I would have enjoyed waiting after that cliffhanger.