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jellystorm's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
funny
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
I went into this expecting to love it and I was right. I was a little worried about starting with the second-to-last book in the series, but as a standalone, it works very well. There were characters and storylines that obviously were meant to be resolved in other books, but they didn't confuse me or make me feel like I was missing out on anything.
I wasn't super fond of Brandon's push and pull, but given the direction of his storyline, I eventually understood it. Regardless, it was frustrating asf at the time.
These two are. Whoo. They are intense for each other. Jealous, possessive, murderous. It's all very sweet.
I wasn't super fond of Brandon's push and pull, but given the direction of his storyline, I eventually understood it. Regardless, it was frustrating asf at the time.
These two are. Whoo. They are intense for each other. Jealous, possessive, murderous. It's all very sweet.
Nikolai's rabid golden retriever energy is all I live for and the way he is immediately all in for Bran just makes my heart flutter.
The conversation the day after they go all the way for the first time had me kicking and squealing like you would not believe. I love them.
The spice manages to be unique and *very* spicy every time, despite the fact that the bottom never gets the chance to top, which is something I've come to look forward to in MM books where one or both MCs have only been with women. That's just a personal like, though so I didn't hold it against the author.
All in all an okay story with decent writing, A+ characters and fantastic spice.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Rape, Sexual assault, Mental illness, Dysphoria, Blood, Suicidal thoughts, Self harm, Violence, Murder, and Suicide attempt
Moderate: Stalking and Panic attacks/disorders
jadednightwing's review against another edition
dark
emotional
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
First and foremost: MIND THE CONTENT WARNINGS
this book deals with a number of dark and potentially triggering topics, so make sure you are in the correct headspace before diving into this book (and the series in general);
I’ve often struggled with queer romance for one reason or another - it can be a minefield - but this story handled it well. Writing an Ace/Demi character is not easy, so having a main character experience what many who identify with Ace-spec have is refreshing and oddly validating.
this book deals with a number of dark and potentially triggering topics, so make sure you are in the correct headspace before diving into this book (and the series in general);
I’ve often struggled with queer romance for one reason or another - it can be a minefield - but this story handled it well. Writing an Ace/Demi character is not easy, so having a main character experience what many who identify with Ace-spec have is refreshing and oddly validating.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Cursing, Emotional abuse, Sexual assault, Blood, Toxic relationship, Suicidal thoughts, Bullying, Rape, Panic attacks/disorders, Murder, Self harm, Drug abuse, Suicide attempt, Sexual content, and Violence
Moderate: Dysphoria
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