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dark
funny
medium-paced
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Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Finally a book with consent! I really enjoyed this one.
Some bits were a bit cringey and the naming his penis thing freaked me out a bit but I got through the book.
I enjoyed the plot and the characters development.
Definitely my favourite of the series. I don't like the previous books that much but this gave me hope and I will probably read the last book as well as its been building up for a while now and the author said it will be similar to this one so fingers crossed the consent is there.
Some bits were a bit cringey and the naming his penis thing freaked me out a bit but I got through the book.
I enjoyed the plot and the characters development.
Definitely my favourite of the series. I don't like the previous books that much but this gave me hope and I will probably read the last book as well as its been building up for a while now and the author said it will be similar to this one so fingers crossed the consent is there.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Biphobia, Child abuse, Homophobia, Mental illness, Self harm, Sexual content, Suicidal thoughts, Toxic relationship, Stalking, Suicide attempt
dark
emotional
funny
sad
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Content Warnings
Graphic: Mental illness, Self harm, Sexual content, Violence, Suicide attempt
Moderate: Suicidal thoughts
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
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: Mental illness, Rape, Self harm, Sexual assault, Suicidal thoughts, Violence, Blood, Suicide attempt, Murder, Dysphoria
Moderate: Panic attacks/disorders, Stalking
challenging
emotional
funny
inspiring
sad
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
𝗥𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴: 5 ⭐️
“𝙀𝙫𝙚𝙣 𝙞𝙛 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝙝𝙖𝙩𝙚 𝙮𝙤𝙪𝙧𝙨𝙚𝙡𝙛, 𝙄’𝙡𝙡 𝙡𝙤𝙫𝙚 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙗𝙤𝙩𝙝 𝙤𝙛 𝙪𝙨.”
“𝙄 𝙣𝙚𝙫𝙚𝙧 𝙡𝙤𝙫𝙚𝙙 𝙢𝙮𝙨𝙚𝙡𝙛 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙬𝙖𝙮 𝙄 𝙡𝙤𝙫𝙚 𝙮𝙤𝙪, 𝙗𝙖𝙗𝙮.”
So this one was the GWLBWLB Book Club’s April pick!
By the end of the first chapter I knew I was probably reading a favorite of 2024. I may have been late to this one but it hit me all the same. The fact that Brandon has Synesthesia is phenomenal. I really haven’t seen that mentioned but him seeing colors is the coolest thing EVER. I’m so jealous of people who can do that! And Nikolai is ridiculous. He has zero moral compass but his obsession with Bran was done perfectly! Bran is a grumpy golden boy and Niko is a slightly crazed golden retriever. Bran is neurotically organized and Niko is chaotically unorganized. Complete opposites and yet absolutely perfect for each other.
On to the story. WHOA. I felt every single emotion. This one is trigger happy. It’s sad and intense and brutal at times. I cried at least 3 times. Multiple times apart but y’all, it was NEEDED. And despite all the pain there was so much beauty. Bran and Niko are one of the BEST couples I’ve ever gotten to know. Both have demons lurking and tormenting them but the way they each fought for the other? Superb! It took a lot to get to the end but these two fought tooth and nail and never gave up.
I’m honestly obsessed. I wasn’t expecting the humor at all. Chapter 32 was the best surprise. Chapter 24 was my absolute favorite chapter. I loved the push:pull. I highlighted at least 30% of the book. This one took me days to get through the first 65% because it was heavy. But I devoured that last 35% and solidified God of Fury as a favorite 2024 read. And I may have to read the others now too. Seriously, I knew going in that this would be tough and it WAS, but by the end I was floating.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Self harm, Sexual assault, Suicidal thoughts, Suicide attempt
challenging
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
reflective
sad
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child abuse, Mental illness, Sexual assault, Suicidal thoughts, Suicide attempt
dark
emotional
hopeful
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Content Warnings
Moderate: Mental illness, Sexual assault, Suicidal thoughts, Violence, Suicide attempt
dark
emotional
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Content Warnings
Graphic: Mental illness, Rape, Self harm, Sexual assault, Sexual content, Suicidal thoughts, Medical trauma, Suicide attempt
dark
emotional
sad
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
Content Warnings
Graphic: Body horror, Cursing, Pedophilia, Rape, Self harm, Sexual assault, Suicidal thoughts, Violence, Suicide attempt
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
sad
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
N/A
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Loved them together! I admit, I was a little skeptical in the beginning but it was so worth it. I absolutely love this book! But please look at the tws!!
Edit: I reread this book after I read the whole series. And let me tell you, it was as good as before, or even better. I love them to death. Like, so much. I love the way Niko is such a golden retriever. I'm a sucker for the grumpy x sunshine trope, and this one delivered.
I hate Grace so much. The way that she never thought she did anything wrong, the way that she continually thought that he wanted it - ugh. She makes me sick. And one of my favourite scenes in this book is the revenge that Niko and Lan did to her. Ughhhhh. The second Niko found out, I knew he was going to destroy her, and he fucking DELIVERED. I especially love how Lan was with him, how they both made Grace pay. That scene was epic, I loved it
Brandon and Landon will also be the death of me. Ugh, I love them two so much, and how much they care for each other. They are my favourite twins <3
Edit: I reread this book after I read the whole series. And let me tell you, it was as good as before, or even better. I love them to death. Like, so much. I love the way Niko is such a golden retriever. I'm a sucker for the grumpy x sunshine trope, and this one delivered.
Brandon and Landon will also be the death of me. Ugh, I love them two so much, and how much they care for each other. They are my favourite twins <3
Content Warnings
Graphic: Suicide attempt
Moderate: Self harm, Suicidal thoughts, Blood
challenging
dark
emotional
sad
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
N/A
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
N/A
Flaws of characters a main focus:
N/A
I absolutely loved this book. Nikolai and Brandon were everything. They are my absolute favorite couple from this series.
The mental health representation in this book was amazing. I can't tell you how much I cried while reading this.
My thoughts on Landon have also changed after reading this. I didn't dislike him as much of at all now that I've read this. I loved seeing him and Brandon reconnect and become close again.
I also really loved the scene where Nikolai and Landon join forces at the end when it truly mattered. I just can't hate Landon now that I've read and understand why he was so distant with his siblings(mainly with Brandon).
I probably have more I can say about this. But I can't put it all into words. But just know that I devoured this book. I did not want to put it down at all. I can't recommend this enough. But absolutely check the triggers before reading.
The mental health representation in this book was amazing. I can't tell you how much I cried while reading this.
My thoughts on Landon have also changed after reading this. I didn't dislike him as much of at all now that I've read this. I loved seeing him and Brandon reconnect and become close again.
I also really loved the scene where Nikolai and Landon join forces at the end when it truly mattered. I just can't hate Landon now that I've read and understand why he was so distant with his siblings(mainly with Brandon).
I probably have more I can say about this. But I can't put it all into words. But just know that I devoured this book. I did not want to put it down at all. I can't recommend this enough. But absolutely check the triggers before reading.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child abuse, Cursing, Mental illness, Rape, Self harm, Sexual assault, Sexual content, Suicidal thoughts, Violence, Blood, Medical content, Stalking, Suicide attempt, Murder, Injury/Injury detail
Moderate: Panic attacks/disorders, Alcohol