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lady_legasus's review against another edition
dark
emotional
funny
medium-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
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Mental illness, Suicide attempt, Rape, Sexual assault, Sexual content, and Suicidal thoughts
adcamp04's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
medium-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
Content Warnings
Graphic: Suicide attempt, Self harm, Mental illness, Cursing, Sexual content, Sexual assault, Violence, Toxic relationship, Suicidal thoughts, and Death
kimberlyyyreads's review against another edition
I actually DNF’d this but I felt the need to post a review because this wasn’t brought to my attention and I wish it had and I certainly feel like other people before reading this book should know about this.
I DNF’d right around chapter 3, because the chapter begins with one of the main characters Nikolai describing a childhood experience of his at the age of 5 in which he discussing his private parts.
I find it baffling that this needs to be said but NO author should be writing these things about a child. Idc that this is fictional or that he’s one of the main characters that’s considered “morally grey”
It is absolutely inappropriate regardless of the context, how several of you all just blew right past this baffles me.
There was no need for whole scene to be added to the book and if you think so literally go fight with the fucking wall.
The intro pages disclose a trigger warning for “a minors sexual assault” so imagine my surprise when I read this particular opening scene. I’m not sure if Nikolai experiences the SA as a minor nor will I find out.
Like I mentioned before I DNF’d at chapter 3. But in what right mind does an author think it’s okay to write about a child’s intimate parts in this way.
I DNF’d right around chapter 3, because the chapter begins with one of the main characters Nikolai describing a childhood experience of his at the age of 5 in which he discussing his private parts.
I find it baffling that this needs to be said but NO author should be writing these things about a child. Idc that this is fictional or that he’s one of the main characters that’s considered “morally grey”
It is absolutely inappropriate regardless of the context, how several of you all just blew right past this baffles me.
There was no need for whole scene to be added to the book and if you think so literally go fight with the fucking wall.
The intro pages disclose a trigger warning for “a minors sexual assault” so imagine my surprise when I read this particular opening scene. I’m not sure if Nikolai experiences the SA as a minor nor will I find out.
Like I mentioned before I DNF’d at chapter 3. But in what right mind does an author think it’s okay to write about a child’s intimate parts in this way.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Pedophilia and Sexual content
poupimali's review against another edition
dark
emotional
funny
lighthearted
tense
medium-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
It is a 5 stars AND behond.
I don’t know where to begin.
This is one of my favorite book EVER. And I don’t say it lightly.
I loved Nikolai since the first book of the series. I love crazy unhindged characters.
I loved Brandon as much because he is the shy sensible one.
This book was obviously made for me.
Not only it didn’t disappoint me but it exceeded all my expectations.
You will also met Kolya.
It is my third favorite characters after Nikolai and Bran but before Jeremy.
It made me laughed SO LOUD and SO many times that it was awesome.
This book is a masterpiece of tenderness, happiness, tension and also addresses very sensitive topics like suǐcīde, self-hårm and rãpě.
The audiobook is also a masterpiece.
The audiobook is narrated by @Teddy Hamilton and @Shane East. They’ve done an amazing work. They are perfect.
Please check the TW. It’s important for your mental health.
I don’t know where to begin.
This is one of my favorite book EVER. And I don’t say it lightly.
I loved Nikolai since the first book of the series. I love crazy unhindged characters.
I loved Brandon as much because he is the shy sensible one.
This book was obviously made for me.
Not only it didn’t disappoint me but it exceeded all my expectations.
You will also met Kolya.
It is my third favorite characters after Nikolai and Bran but before Jeremy.
It made me laughed SO LOUD and SO many times that it was awesome.
This book is a masterpiece of tenderness, happiness, tension and also addresses very sensitive topics like suǐcīde, self-hårm and rãpě.
The audiobook is also a masterpiece.
The audiobook is narrated by @Teddy Hamilton and @Shane East. They’ve done an amazing work. They are perfect.
Please check the TW. It’s important for your mental health.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Body horror, Suicide attempt, Blood, Stalking, Gaslighting, Rape, Self harm, Sexual content, Suicidal thoughts, and Violence
lizziethebookdragon's review against another edition
dark
funny
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
Finally a book with consent! I really enjoyed this one.
Some bits were a bit cringey and the naming his penis thing freaked me out a bit but I got through the book.
I enjoyed the plot and the characters development.
Definitely my favourite of the series. I don't like the previous books that much but this gave me hope and I will probably read the last book as well as its been building up for a while now and the author said it will be similar to this one so fingers crossed the consent is there.
Some bits were a bit cringey and the naming his penis thing freaked me out a bit but I got through the book.
I enjoyed the plot and the characters development.
Definitely my favourite of the series. I don't like the previous books that much but this gave me hope and I will probably read the last book as well as its been building up for a while now and the author said it will be similar to this one so fingers crossed the consent is there.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Toxic relationship, Biphobia, Child abuse, Homophobia, Stalking, Self harm, Sexual content, Suicide attempt, Mental illness, and Suicidal thoughts
corneliaaaj's review against another edition
dark
emotional
funny
sad
tense
medium-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
4.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Self harm, Violence, Suicide attempt, Mental illness, and Sexual content
Moderate: Suicidal thoughts
readbyjaimes's review against another edition
dark
emotional
funny
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Wow wow wow, people were not fucking around with how amazing these two were.
I adored Bran and Nikolai and loved that though they were damaged and a little broken, they found so much love within each other. I also loved how unapologetic Nikolai is. And Bran was just so sweet and I'm so glad he got his happy ending I couldn't think of someone who deserves it more.
I also loved the Jeremy and Ceciliy cameos they were prefect as always.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Mental illness, Rape, Self harm, Violence, and Sexual content
eelka's review against another edition
dark
emotional
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
3.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Suicide attempt, Rape, Medical trauma, Sexual content, Suicidal thoughts, Mental illness, Self harm, and Sexual assault
hharkema's review against another edition
challenging
dark
mysterious
reflective
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Self harm, Suicide attempt, and Sexual content
bbygirl21's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
5.0
I absolutely loved this book. Nikolai and Brandon were everything. They are my absolute favorite couple from this series.
The mental health representation in this book was amazing. I can't tell you how much I cried while reading this.
My thoughts on Landon have also changed after reading this. I didn't dislike him as much of at all now that I've read this. I loved seeing him and Brandon reconnect and become close again.
I also really loved the scene where Nikolai and Landon join forces at the end when it truly mattered. I just can't hate Landon now that I've read and understand why he was so distant with his siblings(mainly with Brandon).
I probably have more I can say about this. But I can't put it all into words. But just know that I devoured this book. I did not want to put it down at all. I can't recommend this enough. But absolutely check the triggers before reading.
The mental health representation in this book was amazing. I can't tell you how much I cried while reading this.
My thoughts on Landon have also changed after reading this. I didn't dislike him as much of at all now that I've read this. I loved seeing him and Brandon reconnect and become close again.
I also really loved the scene where Nikolai and Landon join forces at the end when it truly mattered. I just can't hate Landon now that I've read and understand why he was so distant with his siblings(mainly with Brandon).
I probably have more I can say about this. But I can't put it all into words. But just know that I devoured this book. I did not want to put it down at all. I can't recommend this enough. But absolutely check the triggers before reading.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child abuse, Mental illness, Injury/Injury detail, Medical content, Suicidal thoughts, Rape, Sexual assault, Blood, Self harm, Stalking, Cursing, Violence, Suicide attempt, Murder, and Sexual content
Moderate: Alcohol and Panic attacks/disorders