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4.07 AVERAGE
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Holy canoly freaking 💩 😱
I neeeeeed book 2 now. But I have to wait a few weeks. But just WOW...
OK, I'm normally no fan of High Schoolers under 18, but this book... 🤩
And at least they are all the same age, so it's ok in my opinion.
This book really is dark. And I don't even know where to start here...
It's not even "just" the bullying. There is so much more. So many plot twists from start til the "end". Yeah, it's not a real end yet, because the first three books of this series are a trilogy. So, of course, it ends on a cliffhanger 😖 I hate cliffhangers. Who doesn't?? 🙈 But at least the whole series is already published, so you can binge-read it 😉 And as I said, I'll do it, as soon as I have KU. I got this first book a while ago as a freebie, and I'm preparing myself for my next KU time.
But more about the book...
Camden is a real bully and humiliates Abby A LOT in front of the whole school. Not just humiliating but also blackmailing her to do what he wants. And even though I love him 😎 He is hot. Oh girls is he hot... 🥵 And yes, I feel like a teen again when I think about him 😎 That's why I love reading books with MCs not older than mid-20th 😁 I was bullied a lot when I was in school, but I honestly don't know if it would have been better or worst if it would have been Camden (or someone like him) 🙈
I'm now going to read another freebie by Siobhan and hope the weeks til my KU time will go fast 😁
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Holy canoly freaking 💩 😱
I neeeeeed book 2 now. But I have to wait a few weeks. But just WOW...
OK, I'm normally no fan of High Schoolers under 18, but this book... 🤩
And at least they are all the same age, so it's ok in my opinion.
This book really is dark. And I don't even know where to start here...
It's not even "just" the bullying. There is so much more. So many plot twists from start til the "end". Yeah, it's not a real end yet, because the first three books of this series are a trilogy. So, of course, it ends on a cliffhanger 😖 I hate cliffhangers. Who doesn't?? 🙈 But at least the whole series is already published, so you can binge-read it 😉 And as I said, I'll do it, as soon as I have KU. I got this first book a while ago as a freebie, and I'm preparing myself for my next KU time.
But more about the book...
Camden is a real bully and humiliates Abby A LOT in front of the whole school. Not just humiliating but also blackmailing her to do what he wants. And even though I love him 😎 He is hot. Oh girls is he hot... 🥵 And yes, I feel like a teen again when I think about him 😎 That's why I love reading books with MCs not older than mid-20th 😁 I was bullied a lot when I was in school, but I honestly don't know if it would have been better or worst if it would have been Camden (or someone like him) 🙈
I'm now going to read another freebie by Siobhan and hope the weeks til my KU time will go fast 😁
Follow me on IG for more
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dark
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
In my past review, I complained about the lack of passion and drama that usually characterize Siobhan Davis’ books. Well, in this book we’re back in style, since this book has lots of drama, passion, and plot twists. There’s suspense and darkness and some sinister plot going on, all related to domination.
In this town, there are four founding families and they comprise what they call the inner circle of old money. They are like royalty and their word is a command. This authority transfers to the exclusive Rydeville High School, whereby the sons and daughters of the inner circle families dominate on the school, establish the rules, have clear boundaries over where the inner circle and the common people may sit, and keep close control. The school principals and teachers are all subject to this reign, since it’s these same families that keep the school running with their donations.
Needless to say, power and greed are what motivates the head of the families, and cross marriages between the families is common in order to ensure the assets or improve on their empires. Abigail is being forced by her father to marry Trent, a young man who is as handsome as he is vile. He frequently mistreats her and sees her as a possession. Her twin brother Drew is also engaged to be married, for the same purposes, but in his case he’s crazy in love with his fiancée. All her life, Abby has been used, controlled, dominated by a careless and selfish father who only sees her as a bargaining asset.
One day, when Abby felt overpowered by all the burdens, she walked into the sea, planning to keep on walking until the cold made her drown. She was stopped by a stranger, who rescued and took her to his cabin. There they made love and it reaffirmed Abby’s will to live and to overcome her circumstances. She is a very intelligent girl, and she was planning her escape from her reclusive and abusive world.
Months later, when she’s biding her time until she can run away, three new students arrive to their high school. They belong to the “new money” elite, which is one step lower from their “old money” elite, and they were to be subjugated to their rules and dismissed. The problem is they have a sinister hidden agenda and they came to cause problems and disrupt the infamous high elite. The biggest issue here is that the leader of the group is none other than the stranger who had rescued Abby months ago. That time, he was tender and loving; now he’s hurtful, vengeful and hateful. He bullies Abby, insults her, rejects her at every turn. Abby’s heart is torn in two but she has bigger issues to manage, mainly her abusive fiancée, her abusive father, the bodyguards who constantly guard and control her.
There’s total mayhem: fighting, throttling, controlling schemes, spying schemes, bullying and blackmail. Someone is always trying to effect revenge on another, so there’s lots of rife, hating, and discord. At one time, the plot felt melodramatic but it was incredibly entertaining and riveting. Some parts felt like an exaggeration, but since I’m not acquainted with people in ultra high levels of society, it might all be true. Maybe they do have a strict sense of hierarchy and strict societal rules (shudder).
Since Abby is scheming for her freedom at the same time she’s fighting for survival in this nest of vipers, there’s a pervading sense of suspense, plus the heartache of having such strong chemistry and fond memories of a guy who is now an enemy. The plot evolves at a fast clip, a lot of stuff happens, enemies become friends and friends become enemies, and through it all, they all have one same purpose.
The book ends in a cliffie at a very dramatic point, so we’re now all desperately waiting for the sequel.
In this town, there are four founding families and they comprise what they call the inner circle of old money. They are like royalty and their word is a command. This authority transfers to the exclusive Rydeville High School, whereby the sons and daughters of the inner circle families dominate on the school, establish the rules, have clear boundaries over where the inner circle and the common people may sit, and keep close control. The school principals and teachers are all subject to this reign, since it’s these same families that keep the school running with their donations.
Needless to say, power and greed are what motivates the head of the families, and cross marriages between the families is common in order to ensure the assets or improve on their empires. Abigail is being forced by her father to marry Trent, a young man who is as handsome as he is vile. He frequently mistreats her and sees her as a possession. Her twin brother Drew is also engaged to be married, for the same purposes, but in his case he’s crazy in love with his fiancée. All her life, Abby has been used, controlled, dominated by a careless and selfish father who only sees her as a bargaining asset.
One day, when Abby felt overpowered by all the burdens, she walked into the sea, planning to keep on walking until the cold made her drown. She was stopped by a stranger, who rescued and took her to his cabin. There they made love and it reaffirmed Abby’s will to live and to overcome her circumstances. She is a very intelligent girl, and she was planning her escape from her reclusive and abusive world.
Months later, when she’s biding her time until she can run away, three new students arrive to their high school. They belong to the “new money” elite, which is one step lower from their “old money” elite, and they were to be subjugated to their rules and dismissed. The problem is they have a sinister hidden agenda and they came to cause problems and disrupt the infamous high elite. The biggest issue here is that the leader of the group is none other than the stranger who had rescued Abby months ago. That time, he was tender and loving; now he’s hurtful, vengeful and hateful. He bullies Abby, insults her, rejects her at every turn. Abby’s heart is torn in two but she has bigger issues to manage, mainly her abusive fiancée, her abusive father, the bodyguards who constantly guard and control her.
There’s total mayhem: fighting, throttling, controlling schemes, spying schemes, bullying and blackmail. Someone is always trying to effect revenge on another, so there’s lots of rife, hating, and discord. At one time, the plot felt melodramatic but it was incredibly entertaining and riveting. Some parts felt like an exaggeration, but since I’m not acquainted with people in ultra high levels of society, it might all be true. Maybe they do have a strict sense of hierarchy and strict societal rules (shudder).
Since Abby is scheming for her freedom at the same time she’s fighting for survival in this nest of vipers, there’s a pervading sense of suspense, plus the heartache of having such strong chemistry and fond memories of a guy who is now an enemy. The plot evolves at a fast clip, a lot of stuff happens, enemies become friends and friends become enemies, and through it all, they all have one same purpose.
The book ends in a cliffie at a very dramatic point, so we’re now all desperately waiting for the sequel.
This book is hot! I started reading it and I couldn't stop. It's filled with drama, rage, romance, evil fathers and the cliffys leave you craving more! Don't wait, if you haven't read this yet go read it!
Oh boy... What a cliffhanger!
There were so many twists and turns in this one and so much history and generational back story to wade through... I never would have guessed how it was all going to play out in one epic cliffhanger with jaw dropping secrets revealed all the way around.
I will say for as many a-holes as there are in this one, there are some real gems... I’m a big fan of Xavier and would totally want him as my partner in crime. I’d also take Chad as my school sidekick if I needed another. Let’s not forget that Charlie seems to have a huge heart under all that elite pile of crap... I can’t wait to see more of the good guys... ;-)
There were so many twists and turns in this one and so much history and generational back story to wade through... I never would have guessed how it was all going to play out in one epic cliffhanger with jaw dropping secrets revealed all the way around.
I will say for as many a-holes as there are in this one, there are some real gems... I’m a big fan of Xavier and would totally want him as my partner in crime. I’d also take Chad as my school sidekick if I needed another. Let’s not forget that Charlie seems to have a huge heart under all that elite pile of crap... I can’t wait to see more of the good guys... ;-)
Whew!
This book is so incredibly capturing. I could NOT put it down. There are so many twists and turns and everything I thought would happen didn’t. I would absolutely suggest reading!
This book is so incredibly capturing. I could NOT put it down. There are so many twists and turns and everything I thought would happen didn’t. I would absolutely suggest reading!
I feel speechless. Cruel Intentions blew me away.
Like we talked about recently, bully high school books are all the rage right now. Cruel Intentions has been one of the best so far.
Abby is a character you can’t help but love. She’s born into this life where money and power reign supreme and women are treated like possessions and chattel. You can feel her struggle, with both her decisions and her feelings.
Her connection with Cam is instantaneous, and their chemistry nearly comes out of the pages to life. I wanted to hate Cam. He was a true bully; played that part to perfection.
Full of twists and turns, Cruel Intentions is emotional, powerful, angsty, and overwhelming. I waffled back and forth on my feelings the entire time. Who can Abby trust? How could their issues get resolved?
Gah. I am still thinking about that final chapter.
I voluntarily reviewed an advance complimentary copy of this book.
One of the author’s best!
Like we talked about recently, bully high school books are all the rage right now. Cruel Intentions has been one of the best so far.
Abby is a character you can’t help but love. She’s born into this life where money and power reign supreme and women are treated like possessions and chattel. You can feel her struggle, with both her decisions and her feelings.
Her connection with Cam is instantaneous, and their chemistry nearly comes out of the pages to life. I wanted to hate Cam. He was a true bully; played that part to perfection.
Full of twists and turns, Cruel Intentions is emotional, powerful, angsty, and overwhelming. I waffled back and forth on my feelings the entire time. Who can Abby trust? How could their issues get resolved?
Gah. I am still thinking about that final chapter.
I voluntarily reviewed an advance complimentary copy of this book.
One of the author’s best!
I wasn't expecting to like any of the male characters
in this book, but halfway through some redeemed
themselves. Fathers and sons blinded by power, money,
and trying to be at the top of the echelon... some forget
along the way how to feel and be human. Until Abigail
shows them that she can be strong without the power &
money on her side, and no-one to trust. She takes
everything they throw her way like a big girl with only
her courage and the need to escape as her armor.
I was really surprised on that last chapter. That ending left
me really looking forward to the next book in the series.
in this book, but halfway through some redeemed
themselves. Fathers and sons blinded by power, money,
and trying to be at the top of the echelon... some forget
along the way how to feel and be human. Until Abigail
shows them that she can be strong without the power &
money on her side, and no-one to trust. She takes
everything they throw her way like a big girl with only
her courage and the need to escape as her armor.
I was really surprised on that last chapter. That ending left
me really looking forward to the next book in the series.
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
medium-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:
No
challenging
dark
tense
medium-paced