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gaun's review
5.0
Fun MMF story. This is the first book in this series that I’ve read and it works fine as a stand-alone. I cared for each of the three main characters; each was a well written three dimensional character. I recommend this book!
jaimereadsromance's review
4.0
4.5 Stars
I'm coming at this as a person who hasn't read a whole lot of menage/poly books and doesn't really know that much about the lifestyle. I'm not even sure if calling it a menage is proper?
Right off the bat I have to say that this type of relationship has always caused a problem for me, not because I'm judging the people who can pull it off, but because I know that my jealous heart couldn't ever be successful in it. I always feel like one person isn't receiving the same attention as the other and it does things to me. Admittedly I haven't read a whole lot of these types of books for that reason.
That being said, when I do get the urge for this type of book, Roni Loren will always be my go to author for it. Again, not knowing much about the lifestyle, I can only assume that she writes these scenarios more realistically than most. At least when I think of this lifestyle and the people who live it, I hope that these are the rules that are followed.
I easily fell in love with both Ren and Hayes, though I felt more of a connection to Hayes and a pull to his character. I really enjoyed Cora and her guarded feistiness. She's insecure in a lot of ways but confident in strong in others. It was inspiring to see her accept who she was and not be ashamed of it. The three of them together really were "meant to be".
This story wasn't just lifestyle and sex though, the mystery and suspense aspect was intriguing, yet believable and I couldn't stop reading. And if ever there was a better way to end a book, I haven't read it yet.
If you enjoy a good poly/menage story then I know you'll love this one. If you're unsure about wading into this territory, I highly suggest reading Roni Loren to dip your feet in and test the water.
*I received an ARC from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review
I'm coming at this as a person who hasn't read a whole lot of menage/poly books and doesn't really know that much about the lifestyle. I'm not even sure if calling it a menage is proper?
Right off the bat I have to say that this type of relationship has always caused a problem for me, not because I'm judging the people who can pull it off, but because I know that my jealous heart couldn't ever be successful in it. I always feel like one person isn't receiving the same attention as the other and it does things to me. Admittedly I haven't read a whole lot of these types of books for that reason.
That being said, when I do get the urge for this type of book, Roni Loren will always be my go to author for it. Again, not knowing much about the lifestyle, I can only assume that she writes these scenarios more realistically than most. At least when I think of this lifestyle and the people who live it, I hope that these are the rules that are followed.
I easily fell in love with both Ren and Hayes, though I felt more of a connection to Hayes and a pull to his character. I really enjoyed Cora and her guarded feistiness. She's insecure in a lot of ways but confident in strong in others. It was inspiring to see her accept who she was and not be ashamed of it. The three of them together really were "meant to be".
This story wasn't just lifestyle and sex though, the mystery and suspense aspect was intriguing, yet believable and I couldn't stop reading. And if ever there was a better way to end a book, I haven't read it yet.
If you enjoy a good poly/menage story then I know you'll love this one. If you're unsure about wading into this territory, I highly suggest reading Roni Loren to dip your feet in and test the water.
*I received an ARC from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review
dxni's review against another edition
emotional
funny
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
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Domestic abuse, Emotional abuse, Rape, and Sexual content
Moderate: Toxic relationship and Stalking
abickel's review
5.0
I loved reading this book. I would love it if there was indeed a virtual "Haven" for people to feel safe and experiment, and slake their curiosity. The characters were very well developed and interesting. I loved how Cora was not your typical girl next door, that she had quirks and sass. Ren was such a lovable character, with his outside the box personality mixed with a little bit of dominant, made a great combo. Hayes was so lovable, that you just wanted him to get his happy ending and for him to realize what he had in front of him. The story line was fun to read and an interesting concept, while the material of Menage, and BDSM was handled in a respectable way, and it wasn't forced. I felt like the author knew what she was talking about while writing the ( extremely hot) love scenes. I now have to go back and read more of this series, if they are anything like this, im sure i will enjoy them. I would recommend this book to those who like to read something a little darker than your regular contemporary boy meets girl romance.
jaypeg's review
5.0
I just loved this book. It's got so many things that I like all wrapped up together. To be honest, it's also got quite a few things that I don't usually go for but it all worked perfectly.
I picked it up because it was about nerd hacker Cora. I love hacker stories! I liked that Cora was strong and she wasn't overly feminine. I found her a very aspirational heroine!
I loved Ren's mystery and command but I also loved Hayes online mystery. I loved the story line and was pretty riveted throughout.
MMF isn't really my thing nor is BDSM but it all worked out well here and made for a pretty hot read. I'd say it's pretty light on that really.
And I also felt it wasn't overly fluffy. Some books turn on the romance tap a bit too much for me causing the eye rolls to set in, but this book was more at my level. They don't marry at 25, buy a house and have babies like most romance stories seem to think are the hall mark of a happy ending. Sorry if i ruin it for you, but those endings are often just a bit too sweet sometimes. This book had a perfect end. 5 stars all round.
I picked it up because it was about nerd hacker Cora. I love hacker stories! I liked that Cora was strong and she wasn't overly feminine. I found her a very aspirational heroine!
I loved Ren's mystery and command but I also loved Hayes online mystery. I loved the story line and was pretty riveted throughout.
MMF isn't really my thing nor is BDSM but it all worked out well here and made for a pretty hot read. I'd say it's pretty light on that really.
And I also felt it wasn't overly fluffy. Some books turn on the romance tap a bit too much for me causing the eye rolls to set in, but this book was more at my level. They don't marry at 25, buy a house and have babies like most romance stories seem to think are the hall mark of a happy ending. Sorry if i ruin it for you, but those endings are often just a bit too sweet sometimes. This book had a perfect end. 5 stars all round.
rowan108's review
5.0
Loved it. Ren, Hayes and Cora are smokin hot together. I loved that Andre and Grant had cameo appearances along with Jace and Evan. More in-depth review to come.
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