Reviews tagging 'Sexual violence'

The Kiss Thief by L.J. Shen

14 reviews

skyq's review against another edition

dark emotional funny tense fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

I wasn't expecting much from this book. But boy was I wrong. It was both fabulous and heartbreaking, realistic in it's pain and human error. Building love in the midst of brokenness is truly a beautiful thing.

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Emotional abuse, Domestic abuse, Physical abuse, Rape, Sexual content, Sexual violence, Sexual assault, Toxic relationship, and Violence

Moderate: Car accident

Minor: Deadnaming, Death of parent, Infidelity, Murder, and Gun violence

bookishbyjennaavh's review against another edition

dark emotional tense 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

So dang good. Would totally recommend. Be prepared for a heart pounding twisting story that is told from two pov 

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Sexual content, Sexual violence, and Toxic relationship

Moderate: Violence

Minor: Death

The sexual scenes and inner dialogue of the male character can be a little graphic and violent. Just be warned.

imerula's review against another edition

dark emotional tense fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.75

I am honestly not sure how I feel about this book. It was well written and quick paced. I read it in a day, staying up past 2am to finish. In the beginning I loved the banter between the two main characters. After a while the banter felt more like verbal abuse and I was left feeling gross inside more then feeling the romance vibes. I will say it was a lot more realistic then most romances I read, showcasing the good, the bad, and the disgusting sides of humanity. Unfortunately, I like to read to escape reality, so it just didn't do it for me. If you are into the whole idea of "saving" or "changing" the violent & possessive, albeit sexy, bad guy, this book might be perfect for you. 

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Domestic abuse, Toxic relationship, Sexual violence, Self harm, Physical abuse, Emotional abuse, and Sexual content

Minor: Car accident, Cursing, Death of parent, Gun violence, Infertility, Murder, and Vomit

lelivreenrose's review against another edition

• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? No
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

2.0

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Physical abuse, Sexual violence, Toxic relationship, and Violence