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fsmeurinne's review against another edition
5.0
This second book had me on edge, all the twists and turns had me reading it non-stop. I loved Kash and Bailey's relationship, I do need the next one now, I need more answers! Definitely a great trilogy to read, you will find all kinds of emotions surrounding the story, the pacing is good, sometimes it went a bit slower but overall is a good pace. All this drama and mystery is going to drive you insane.
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randi_reads's review against another edition
medium-paced
4.0
The Damaged is book two in The Insiders trilogy and I am so glad I had it ready to read after the first book. Bailey is finally in college in this book, trying to live as normal of a life as she can with constant bodyguards with her. Being in Kash's life has put her at risk from his grandfather and Kash will do anything to protect her.
I liked that Kash and Bailey's relationship is still really strong in this book. Some authors would use something in book two to separate the two lead characters and then have them fighting to find their way back together. In this book, Kash and Bailey are together fighting an outside battle.
I say this, but this book ends in a huge cliffhanger and dramatically. I could see something tearing them apart now. (I hope not.)
I did listen to some of this book until I realized I did not like the female narrator for Bailey. She read fine, but her voice was too boyish for me and my interpretation of Bailey. Now, I was glad we did get Kash's POV (though definitely not enough!). Joe Arden is amazing as the sexy, powerful, intense Kashton Colello.
Thank you to St. Martin's Press for a final copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
I liked that Kash and Bailey's relationship is still really strong in this book. Some authors would use something in book two to separate the two lead characters and then have them fighting to find their way back together. In this book, Kash and Bailey are together fighting an outside battle.
I say this, but this book ends in a huge cliffhanger and dramatically. I could see something tearing them apart now. (I hope not.)
I did listen to some of this book until I realized I did not like the female narrator for Bailey. She read fine, but her voice was too boyish for me and my interpretation of Bailey. Now, I was glad we did get Kash's POV (though definitely not enough!). Joe Arden is amazing as the sexy, powerful, intense Kashton Colello.
Thank you to St. Martin's Press for a final copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
morganreads_88's review against another edition
5.0
I have seen this said a few times about this book and it’s 100% accurate. The Damaged, damaged me! Holy cow! Tijan really knows how to keep you on the edge of your seat.
Bailey is broken but almost seems stronger in this book.
Where can I find me a Kash? He’s so protective of Bailey. Their love is unstoppable.
Just like with other Tijan novels, the couple isn’t toxic. They don’t break up and get back together all the time, they fight battles together. There is not much relationship drama which is refreshing and it’s why I enjoy her books so much. Well that and the fact, all of the heros in her books can all come and marry me any day.
There’s nothing I love more than Easter eggs in books. There were a few in here, one I had to message Tijan about because my memory was messing with me.
Bailey is broken but almost seems stronger in this book.
Where can I find me a Kash? He’s so protective of Bailey. Their love is unstoppable.
Just like with other Tijan novels, the couple isn’t toxic. They don’t break up and get back together all the time, they fight battles together. There is not much relationship drama which is refreshing and it’s why I enjoy her books so much. Well that and the fact, all of the heros in her books can all come and marry me any day.
There’s nothing I love more than Easter eggs in books. There were a few in here, one I had to message Tijan about because my memory was messing with me.
sarareadstoomuch's review against another edition
5.0
I'm adoring this series!!
I devoured the first two books of this series so quickly, and I'm so sad that I have to wait for the next one because THAT ENDING!! I need to know what happens, you can't just leave me with an ending like that and not expect me to obsess over it!!
I am so going to read more books from this author because their writing style is just so so good, so interesting to read, so addicting and unputdownable! I also love the whole possessive male trope, especially in this books it is done SO well and I know so many will love this series. I can't wait for the last book!!
Thank you to NetGalley and St. Martin's Press for the earc in return for an honest review.
I devoured the first two books of this series so quickly, and I'm so sad that I have to wait for the next one because THAT ENDING!! I need to know what happens, you can't just leave me with an ending like that and not expect me to obsess over it!!
I am so going to read more books from this author because their writing style is just so so good, so interesting to read, so addicting and unputdownable! I also love the whole possessive male trope, especially in this books it is done SO well and I know so many will love this series. I can't wait for the last book!!
Thank you to NetGalley and St. Martin's Press for the earc in return for an honest review.
aryelweasley's review against another edition
4.0
This trilogy is my ultimate guilty pleasure brand. Picture the book form of Scandal or How to Get Away with Murder, but instead of lawyers it's Mafia and Tech Billionaires. The level of drama is perpetually high and I was here for it. I love the relationship between Bailey and Kash. I was happy to see Bailey reaching for 'normal' with the grad school she had worked so hard to get into. Watching her strive to get back to some brand of comfort was so hard after her entire universe has been shifted and the traumas just keep coming. This poor girl needs a break!
cassdoudoumis's review against another edition
5.0
……. :)
I finished this while I was at work and was :O. THE ENDING? HELLO?
I really am getting so wrapped up in this series that it is stressing me tf out. It's another one where when I'm not reading it, I am thinking about it. Unbelievable.
Kash and Bailey are back with even more drama. Being Peter's daughter has introduced her to a whole new life and when she tries to stay somewhat invisible in grad school, other people can't just let her be. Determined to hold her head high, she ignores it until she can't anymore which just so happens when a few problems come forward. She's found her support system but things are strained and Bailey's defence mechanism is avoidance. The only person she can face is Kash but even with him, she isn't being honest. Which is fine because he isn't either.
This book is filled with frustration in so many ways. All these characters have so much crap going on it is actually insane. Bailey needs therapy. ACCCCCTUALLY, they all need therapy. Like... badly. Non-negotiable therapy. I just need the communication to increase by a WHOOOOLE bunch because they are not talking and everyone desperately needs to talk to everyone. This is the one thing that is KINDA annoying but I am about to read book 3 and am hoping there is a reason for being so tight-lipped.
The end of this book is fucking RUDE though dude. I WAS SO ANXIOUS AND THEN I READ WHAT HAPPENS? I'M NOT OKAY. ESPECIALLY AFTER THE FAMILY VACATION. NO. N o. I will not get over that.
I finished this while I was at work and was :O. THE ENDING? HELLO?
I really am getting so wrapped up in this series that it is stressing me tf out. It's another one where when I'm not reading it, I am thinking about it. Unbelievable.
Kash and Bailey are back with even more drama. Being Peter's daughter has introduced her to a whole new life and when she tries to stay somewhat invisible in grad school, other people can't just let her be. Determined to hold her head high, she ignores it until she can't anymore which just so happens when a few problems come forward. She's found her support system but things are strained and Bailey's defence mechanism is avoidance. The only person she can face is Kash but even with him, she isn't being honest. Which is fine because he isn't either.
This book is filled with frustration in so many ways. All these characters have so much crap going on it is actually insane. Bailey needs therapy. ACCCCCTUALLY, they all need therapy. Like... badly. Non-negotiable therapy. I just need the communication to increase by a WHOOOOLE bunch because they are not talking and everyone desperately needs to talk to everyone. This is the one thing that is KINDA annoying but I am about to read book 3 and am hoping there is a reason for being so tight-lipped.
The end of this book is fucking RUDE though dude. I WAS SO ANXIOUS AND THEN I READ WHAT HAPPENS? I'M NOT OKAY. ESPECIALLY AFTER THE FAMILY VACATION. NO. N o. I will not get over that.
sarareadsromance's review against another edition
4.0
I received an ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review. All thoughts and options are my own.
Starting off right where book one ends, The Damaged is a fast paced, nail biting mystery from beginning to end. I didn’t mention this in my first review for a big one but I’ll mention it now, all of the side characters that we meet throughout book one and this book play such a vital role to the story. Each and every single one of them are very important and though some are not likable, most of them I love. Throughout this book we see not only how Bailey and Kash’s relationship grows and gets even more intense, but we see how much Bailey‘s relationship with her siblings and father changes and gets stronger. I really don’t want to go into too many details of the book because I feel like I’d give something away, but overall I did enjoy this book. Some parts felt a little repetitive and unnecessary but overall I thought this book was great. I’m certainly anxious to see how things end with this series and would like book 3 right now, because that ending killed me!
I was also fortunate enough to listen to the audio for this book as well and I thought that the narrators, Emma Galvin & Joe Arden did such a great job. I am a hug fan of Joe Arden, he always does a phenomenal job. This is my first time ever listening to Emma Galvin and she did fantastic!
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Starting off right where book one ends, The Damaged is a fast paced, nail biting mystery from beginning to end. I didn’t mention this in my first review for a big one but I’ll mention it now, all of the side characters that we meet throughout book one and this book play such a vital role to the story. Each and every single one of them are very important and though some are not likable, most of them I love. Throughout this book we see not only how Bailey and Kash’s relationship grows and gets even more intense, but we see how much Bailey‘s relationship with her siblings and father changes and gets stronger. I really don’t want to go into too many details of the book because I feel like I’d give something away, but overall I did enjoy this book. Some parts felt a little repetitive and unnecessary but overall I thought this book was great. I’m certainly anxious to see how things end with this series and would like book 3 right now, because that ending killed me!
I was also fortunate enough to listen to the audio for this book as well and I thought that the narrators, Emma Galvin & Joe Arden did such a great job. I am a hug fan of Joe Arden, he always does a phenomenal job. This is my first time ever listening to Emma Galvin and she did fantastic!
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minipanda's review against another edition
3.0
Definitely a step up from the first novel, but still not my favorite. Once again my main issue is that there wasn't any real substance to the storyline. Nothing really happens until the last few chapters.
At this point, I'm just here for Kash and his alpha maleness.
At this point, I'm just here for Kash and his alpha maleness.
slc333's review against another edition
dark
emotional
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
4.0
pagesinkedinshadows's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
5.0
Omg!!!! This was so action packed and intense. That ending! Ahhhh I can’t wait to read the ending to this story!