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3.62 AVERAGE
3.62 AVERAGE
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This book blew me away. Rarely has a book sucked me in so forcibly and so completely that the rest of the world (ie my family) have had to fend for themselves. Lindsay has a horrific gang rape, also known as "The LB Incident" by those people who are trying to do damage control for her politician father. Lindsay has to figure out who really is on her side, who she can trust and who stood by and did nothing. She's not the same "compliant" yes girl that they locked away in a mental institute four years ago. I am rooting for drew and hope he does turn out to be one of the good guys. Someone is not what or who they seem but although little hints are given along the way, it could be one of many people. Can't wait for the next one.
***I received an ARC in return for an honest review.***
***I received an ARC in return for an honest review.***
Doing a second reread of this book because it popped into my head the other day when I realized that I had read it before the next books came out. I read so much that I had forgotten to continue reading the series to get answers.
This is definitely heartbreaking and also has a lot of mystery. I was engrossed from the beginning. On the second read through I am not sure that I would still give this five stars. Although, since it did pop into my brain two years after reading it then I have to give bonus points to the author for making it so compelling that I couldn't forget/
This is definitely heartbreaking and also has a lot of mystery. I was engrossed from the beginning. On the second read through I am not sure that I would still give this five stars. Although, since it did pop into my brain two years after reading it then I have to give bonus points to the author for making it so compelling that I couldn't forget/
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
N/A
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Four years ago Lindsay is bound, blindfolded, and brutally violated in the worst possible way and then imprisoned in a remote mental institution by her selfish and despicable parents. During that time she is violated once again when she finds out a video of her gang-rape goes viral and she (the victim) is slut-shamed by her friends and everyone who should have her back. Most notably her boyfriend, Drew, was there that night and did nothing to stop it. When she is finally released from the hospital, Drew is appointed her bodyguard while her detestable parents try to save face with the public and sweep everything under the rug. But wait. Not everything is as it seems. It appears Lindsay has become a target again with threatening texts and an attempt on her life.
Lindsay's ordeal is extremely heartbreaking as she deals with panic attacks and nightmares. However, I am confused at her sexual feelings for Drew considering his supposed inaction during her attack. In addition, Drew disappoints me when he could have told her the truth after she first arrived instead of letting her asshole parents humiliate her with an unforgivable surprise attack to vet her for her dad's run for President of the United States. Namely, they hired two handlers to control her. Drew does swear to protect her with his life this time, but he will have to earn her trust. Even with the flaws in each of the characters, I still couldn't put this book down. I wanted to see Lindsay and Drew find their happiness again and also get their revenge on everyone involved with her assault and the cover-up afterward. But I guess I'm going to have to wait after the interesting cliffhanger.
There are many vile characters in this book who need their ass's kicked and I hope it is done thoroughly with a wicked vengeance. Lindsay has a small circle of friends, but it is understandable she can't trust anyone. Especially, when there is an attempt on her life.
I recommend this deeply emotional story filled with triggers and many unanswered questions. What is everyone hiding? Who are the bad guys? And, will Lindsay get her revenge? Book 2 here I come.
Lindsay's ordeal is extremely heartbreaking as she deals with panic attacks and nightmares. However, I am confused at her sexual feelings for Drew considering his supposed inaction during her attack. In addition, Drew disappoints me when he could have told her the truth after she first arrived instead of letting her asshole parents humiliate her with an unforgivable surprise attack to vet her for her dad's run for President of the United States. Namely, they hired two handlers to control her. Drew does swear to protect her with his life this time, but he will have to earn her trust. Even with the flaws in each of the characters, I still couldn't put this book down. I wanted to see Lindsay and Drew find their happiness again and also get their revenge on everyone involved with her assault and the cover-up afterward. But I guess I'm going to have to wait after the interesting cliffhanger.
There are many vile characters in this book who need their ass's kicked and I hope it is done thoroughly with a wicked vengeance. Lindsay has a small circle of friends, but it is understandable she can't trust anyone. Especially, when there is an attempt on her life.
I recommend this deeply emotional story filled with triggers and many unanswered questions. What is everyone hiding? Who are the bad guys? And, will Lindsay get her revenge? Book 2 here I come.
dark
emotional
sad
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
challenging
dark
emotional
tense
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
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