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kaitlin_durante's review
4.0
This story was a great for progression in the relationship between Seong Jae and Malcolm.
The crime aspect was fine.
I really enjoyed the underlying storying being set with Seong Jae's history really intertwining with his life in Baltimore.
The crime aspect was fine.
I really enjoyed the underlying storying being set with Seong Jae's history really intertwining with his life in Baltimore.
chinchu's review
4.0
Arrancó un pedazo de su corazón y se lo dio a Seong-Jae para que lo tuviera, para que lo sostuviera, para que lo conservara.
Un trozo que le pertenecería para siempre, y que nunca volvería a caber dentro de Malcolm de la misma manera.
no les puedo explicar lo mucho que yo AMO a Malcolm y Seong-Jae. cada libro que pasa consiguen encantarme un poquito más
TODAS SUS INTERACCIONES EN ESTE LIBRO *giggling and kicking my feet* Seong-Jae acariciándole la carita a Malcolm, abrazándolo, acurrucandose, cantandole, etc. estaban prácticamente en su luna de miel y me parece perfecto, se lo merecen
Un trozo que le pertenecería para siempre, y que nunca volvería a caber dentro de Malcolm de la misma manera.
no les puedo explicar lo mucho que yo AMO a Malcolm y Seong-Jae. cada libro que pasa consiguen encantarme un poquito más
TODAS SUS INTERACCIONES EN ESTE LIBRO *giggling and kicking my feet* Seong-Jae acariciándole la carita a Malcolm, abrazándolo, acurrucandose, cantandole, etc. estaban prácticamente en su luna de miel y me parece perfecto, se lo merecen
iam's review
4.0
Oh man that was creepy af.
So I'm kinda glad this was also the shortest book in the series, but at the same time... It felt like the case was over before it even really began??
But the case wasn't the only thing making me go "ooooh shitttt" several times while reading...
We also got some nice advancement of various relationships, mostly towards the better, yay!
So I'm kinda glad this was also the shortest book in the series, but at the same time... It felt like the case was over before it even really began??
But the case wasn't the only thing making me go "ooooh shitttt" several times while reading...
We also got some nice advancement of various relationships, mostly towards the better, yay!
thosemedalingkidsss's review against another edition
5.0
Ok cult episodes are intriguing, per usual. Enjoying how the emphasis on these books are more on all of the cast and their reactions to scenarios, rather than trying to make mind melting cases.
Very intrigued with S-J's cult leader dude who I'm guessing is M's one night stand and cute stalker, and the guy in G's interview office.
Learning more about S-J and my heart is in pain hearing more about his upbringing. Wrap that guy in hugs. I also love that he sings to M, and their little "conversation" about how they don't need excuses to see each other. (Boyfriends! Finally!)
Popcorn is out for whatever plot chaos will be happening soon.
Very intrigued with S-J's cult leader dude who I'm guessing is M's one night stand and cute stalker, and the guy in G's interview office.
Learning more about S-J and my heart is in pain hearing more about his upbringing. Wrap that guy in hugs. I also love that he sings to M, and their little "conversation" about how they don't need excuses to see each other. (Boyfriends! Finally!)
Popcorn is out for whatever plot chaos will be happening soon.
moodreaderhan's review against another edition
4.25
4.25 “I’m your partner. I won’t let you fall.”... “I am your partner too. And I will not let you fall, either.” Stars
Thoughts:
Nothing can ruin the high I am on after reading this book!! My heart is soaring after every. single. adorable. moment.
What we get
-B.A.N.T.E.R. (it never fails)
-Softies being soft
-STEAMY STEAMY SCENES! (with bedroom commands and biting - HALP!)
-Kiss demonstrations
-Walls being dropped with open communication
-“I’m just not in the mood for dead bodies right now when I’m more interested in the very live one in my bed.”
-Swoon worthy dialogue
-“Will you stay with me?” “Yes”
-Lullabies
-A glimpse into a side ship again
-A rescue scene
-Growth and development
-Fluff galore!!!
The case in this one is very background with the main focus of Malcolm and Seong-Jae finally being in their little happy bubble while figuring out how this is going to work between personal and professional worlds.
The deep dive into demisexuality & asexuality and the ins and outs and miscommunication of it was one of my favorite topics (on top of switches)!! I also loved the discussion on boundaries because it is very necessary. The healthy discovery into their relationship is everything!
I could write sonnets about Cole McCade’s writing. It is beautifully descriptive, but never overly!
Another wonderful addition to the Criminal Intentions series. Scared and eager to be ruined by what is to come with my bestie, lila, who is reading this with me!
Would I recommend this and to who:
Crime junkies and slow burn romance lovers
Paperback/Hardcover/Audiobook/E-book:
Good and faithful KU E-book!
How did I discover this:
LILA! And now we are buddy reading the series! Dreams do come true! 🥰
Pace:
Fast
POV:
Multi - Malcolm and Seong-Jae primarily
Quotes: I had so many more quotes to add but I know there is a limit! *SPOILERS*
“If you keep that up, you’re going to get pinned again.” “Is that meant to be a threat?” “Closer to a promise.”
“You should have warned me you were a biter. Be careful. I bite back.” “God, I hope so,”
'Malcolm was his partner. His subordinate. Ten years his senior. Infuriating. Insufferable. Annoying. Stubborn. Mule-headed. Set in his ways. Entirely profligate with the rules of their job. Arrogant. Foul-mouthed. At times, utterly juvenile. Entirely too indiscriminate with his bedroom habits…but also kind. Empathetic. Charismatic. Intelligent. Intuitive. Deeply honorable, albeit by his own code. Brave. Proud. Dedicated. Loyal. Sweet, in his own strange and small ways.'
“Pet peeve.” “Other than your every waking moment?” “Ouch.”
“If you thought I would reject that part of you… No. I won’t. I may not have the experience to understand…but if you feel yourself slipping, if you need something to hold on to…Hold on to me. It’s okay.”
“You’re confusing and complex and completely fucking enthralling, and every time I think I know you, you completely turn me around.” “But you do know me. Better than anyone has in a very long time.”
“I just really, really want to kiss you.” “Why?” “Because I’m high on the fact that I can.”
“I’m very tired, Seong-Jae. I feel older than I even am. I just…don’t have the energy to shape my life around someone else for a serious commitment anymore, let alone around multiple someone elses. But you’re worth finding that energy. You give me that energy. It’s worth making the effort with you, when I wasn’t even interested in trying before.”
“I would like to remind you that the more you mention your ex-wife, the more frequently I threaten to murder you.” “Thought you said you weren’t jealous.” “I lied,”
"I had your back as your partner…but I want everyone to know just how bad I will fuck them up if they touch my boyfriend.”
“Tell me to stop…or tell me you want me.” “I do not want you. I need you.”
Triggers:
Death, Murder, Graphic Horrific Details, Swearing, Religious Bigotry, Cults, Grooming, Sexual Content, Injury, Gore, Toxic Relationships, etc.
___________________________________
04/04/23 -
Let the obsession continue!! Mal&SJ supremacy! 🙌
BR with my bestie, lila!! 💗
Thoughts:
Nothing can ruin the high I am on after reading this book!! My heart is soaring after every. single. adorable. moment.
What we get
-B.A.N.T.E.R. (it never fails)
-Softies being soft
-STEAMY STEAMY SCENES! (with bedroom commands and biting - HALP!)
-Kiss demonstrations
-Walls being dropped with open communication
-“I’m just not in the mood for dead bodies right now when I’m more interested in the very live one in my bed.”
-Swoon worthy dialogue
-“Will you stay with me?” “Yes”
-Lullabies
-A glimpse into a side ship again
-A rescue scene
-Growth and development
-Fluff galore!!!
The case in this one is very background with the main focus of Malcolm and Seong-Jae finally being in their little happy bubble while figuring out how this is going to work between personal and professional worlds.
The deep dive into demisexuality & asexuality and the ins and outs and miscommunication of it was one of my favorite topics (on top of switches)!! I also loved the discussion on boundaries because it is very necessary. The healthy discovery into their relationship is everything!
I could write sonnets about Cole McCade’s writing. It is beautifully descriptive, but never overly!
Another wonderful addition to the Criminal Intentions series. Scared and eager to be ruined by what is to come with my bestie, lila, who is reading this with me!
Would I recommend this and to who:
Crime junkies and slow burn romance lovers
Paperback/Hardcover/Audiobook/E-book:
Good and faithful KU E-book!
How did I discover this:
LILA! And now we are buddy reading the series! Dreams do come true! 🥰
Pace:
Fast
POV:
Multi - Malcolm and Seong-Jae primarily
Quotes: I had so many more quotes to add but I know there is a limit! *SPOILERS*
“If you keep that up, you’re going to get pinned again.” “Is that meant to be a threat?” “Closer to a promise.”
“You should have warned me you were a biter. Be careful. I bite back.” “God, I hope so,”
'Malcolm was his partner. His subordinate. Ten years his senior. Infuriating. Insufferable. Annoying. Stubborn. Mule-headed. Set in his ways. Entirely profligate with the rules of their job. Arrogant. Foul-mouthed. At times, utterly juvenile. Entirely too indiscriminate with his bedroom habits…but also kind. Empathetic. Charismatic. Intelligent. Intuitive. Deeply honorable, albeit by his own code. Brave. Proud. Dedicated. Loyal. Sweet, in his own strange and small ways.'
“Pet peeve.” “Other than your every waking moment?” “Ouch.”
“If you thought I would reject that part of you… No. I won’t. I may not have the experience to understand…but if you feel yourself slipping, if you need something to hold on to…Hold on to me. It’s okay.”
“You’re confusing and complex and completely fucking enthralling, and every time I think I know you, you completely turn me around.” “But you do know me. Better than anyone has in a very long time.”
“I just really, really want to kiss you.” “Why?” “Because I’m high on the fact that I can.”
“I’m very tired, Seong-Jae. I feel older than I even am. I just…don’t have the energy to shape my life around someone else for a serious commitment anymore, let alone around multiple someone elses. But you’re worth finding that energy. You give me that energy. It’s worth making the effort with you, when I wasn’t even interested in trying before.”
“I would like to remind you that the more you mention your ex-wife, the more frequently I threaten to murder you.” “Thought you said you weren’t jealous.” “I lied,”
"I had your back as your partner…but I want everyone to know just how bad I will fuck them up if they touch my boyfriend.”
“Tell me to stop…or tell me you want me.” “I do not want you. I need you.”
Triggers:
Death, Murder, Graphic Horrific Details, Swearing, Religious Bigotry, Cults, Grooming, Sexual Content, Injury, Gore, Toxic Relationships, etc.
___________________________________
04/04/23 -
Let the obsession continue!! Mal&SJ supremacy! 🙌
BR with my bestie, lila!! 💗
nic55's review
4.0
4.5 stars
God, these two. I just loved every single interaction between Malcolm and Seong-Jae. Every single one. Much more open communication between them than I expected, which was really nice to see, and a lot more affectionate little touches. Love me some good ole fashioned vulnerability and I know there's more to come. Their chemistry is, as always, so tangible and just shines through the writing.
Couldn't do a full 5 stars bc while the case was interesting it wasn't as compelling as past ones. Also, this was just a shorter one in general. A certain character from an earlier book popping back up was surprising and that whole scene made my skin crawl. I also liked Gabrielle and Anjulie together in this one, so I'm interested to see how their friendship develops.
I know Sila's gonna come in and fuck everything up and I'm already stressed out. But Mal and SJ are together and happy and so I'm just gonna focus on that, k thanks.
God, these two. I just loved every single interaction between Malcolm and Seong-Jae. Every single one. Much more open communication between them than I expected, which was really nice to see, and a lot more affectionate little touches. Love me some good ole fashioned vulnerability and I know there's more to come. Their chemistry is, as always, so tangible and just shines through the writing.
Couldn't do a full 5 stars bc while the case was interesting it wasn't as compelling as past ones. Also, this was just a shorter one in general. A certain character from an earlier book popping back up was surprising and that whole scene made my skin crawl. I also liked Gabrielle and Anjulie together in this one, so I'm interested to see how their friendship develops.
I know Sila's gonna come in and fuck everything up and I'm already stressed out. But Mal and SJ are together and happy and so I'm just gonna focus on that, k thanks.