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devansbooklife's review against another edition
3.0
3.5 Stars
Overall I think the book is very creative and unique. What makes it even more heart wrenching is knowing women suffer this type of treatment and abuse all over. In theory it's an incredible thpught. Let's throw an innocent, uneducated commune survivor and a bad ass, killer MC together. Twist it into a love story. Brilliant. But I guess I just never felt connected to either character. Which made the story fall flat to me. There were some crazy twist, heavy violence, and brutal descriptions of rapings. It isn't for the faint at heart. But I applaud the author for her creativity and ability to keep the reader involved with the book.
Overall I think the book is very creative and unique. What makes it even more heart wrenching is knowing women suffer this type of treatment and abuse all over. In theory it's an incredible thpught. Let's throw an innocent, uneducated commune survivor and a bad ass, killer MC together. Twist it into a love story. Brilliant. But I guess I just never felt connected to either character. Which made the story fall flat to me. There were some crazy twist, heavy violence, and brutal descriptions of rapings. It isn't for the faint at heart. But I applaud the author for her creativity and ability to keep the reader involved with the book.
kvnzie's review against another edition
2.0
I didn’t haaaate this book, but i certainly didn’t love it. I understand that the term bitch is used as a term of endearment. BUT if i counted the amount of times it was used throughout the book i might die before i get to the very last one. with that being said, will i probably still read flames book? yes. because he intrigues the fuck out of me & i have a feeling blood/knife play will be involved
sugarnovarex's review against another edition
3.0
I think it’s an okay read. It ticks the dark, MC, alpha male, here to save the day boxes. I just didn’t get into the pacing of the story and really didn’t get much tension from the plot. I did enjoy the signing and communication that he struggles to work around. It was a different twist to just the insta love story. The last few chapters set up the next books in the series. Not sure I liked it enough to continue. There was a sort of hook ending so not sure where they go with that but I was hoping this was a standalone.
ivuscha's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
parpacifica's review against another edition
2.0
I began it. 30 pages were read. I closed it. Then, I did a little prayer to the book gods.
The inclusion of a main character with disabilities, especially in a biker gang where any form of 'weakness' is easily eradicated, as well as a former cult member reconciling with her life, were what drew me to this novel.
What I get?
Cheesy-ass characters who talk about nothing but sex. It felt like the author was trying way to hard. I got like four vivid descriptions of vaginas before I had to put my foot down. If I wanted 50 shades, I'd read 50 shades.
It wasn't as much about the girl finding her own strength as it was of Styx 'protecting' her and 'saving' her and that crap.
DNF
The inclusion of a main character with disabilities, especially in a biker gang where any form of 'weakness' is easily eradicated, as well as a former cult member reconciling with her life, were what drew me to this novel.
What I get?
Cheesy-ass characters who talk about nothing but sex. It felt like the author was trying way to hard. I got like four vivid descriptions of vaginas before I had to put my foot down. If I wanted 50 shades, I'd read 50 shades.
It wasn't as much about the girl finding her own strength as it was of Styx 'protecting' her and 'saving' her and that crap.
DNF
justlarissareads's review against another edition
4.0
3.5⭐️
I was shocked to learn that Tillie Cole has removed this series from Amazon. I've had this on my TBR for two years and this book has been on my kindle for months. I only learned about the controversy when I had tried to borrow the second book in this series on KU and I couldn't, which sent me hunting as to why...
This is my opinion and everyone is entitled to their own. I have only read this book so far in the series so I can't speak yet on the others, but I will say this...
I have read hundreds of books from different authors & subjects and I have loved some and hated others. We are all free to review and have opinions on anything that we read. I do think it's always important to have discussions when those discussions are warranted when anyone may be directly impacted by material that is written, in an adult fashion. I have been off BookTok & Bookstagram for months for the most part, it's become toxic for me. It had a direct affect on my love for reading, so I had to take a step back.
What I don't want is for others to police what I can and can not read. It's a slippery slope attacking authors for a book they've written when they have the freedom to write about anything they want and as readers we have the freedom to read that book, review it, discuss it, etc. What I don't understand is if a reader knows the material will upset them, then why read it to begin with? Or even worse, why attack an author for a book that you didn't read! There are worse subjects in movies and television. You just simply turn the channel or don't watch it if it doesn't interest you. I don't understand why that is so hard to do for others? It only makes authors afraid to write and publish when this is happening over and over again.
I've been a fan of Tillie Cole for a couple years now. I'm mad that I didn't read this series sooner. Thankfully I could still check these out at my library until she decides to list them again on Amazon, if she ever does...
At the beginning of this book, the author mentions and outlines the research she completed before writing this book. This is a fiction book based off real testimonies/experiences from those who have suffered in a religious cult. I have always been interested in the books that I've read written by this author that have included these dangerous religious cults. (I've also read The Deadly Virtues series)
This story sets up the universe for The Hades Hangmen. Styx is the President of the MC known as The Hangman's Mute because he doesn't speak and Mae later runs from the religious cult, The Order. She was considered one of "The Cursed" in this cult because of her beauty, yet was horrifically sexually abused at the age of 8 and then on. Styx and Mae crossed paths briefly when he was 11 and she was 8. He stumbled upon The Order's land and found Mae behind the fence and instantly felt drawn to her. He could never find that place again although he continued to look for 15 some years.
After Mae runs, she ends up at the MC's compound injured. They take her in and help to heal her. Styx quickly realizes that she is the girl behind the fence that he's been looking for.
I didn't really care for the love story between Styx and Mae. Initially, I had thought maybe Mae and Rider (The Road Captain of the MC) was better suited for each other. Styx was a little too possessive for my taste. Claiming her as property only seemed just as controlling as the position she was in within the cult compound.
There is disability representation in Styx's character who uses ASL and for the most part does not speak. I don't know if it's good representation, but it's always nice to read about characters such as Styx. Mae suffers from deep sexual trauma, severe religious manipulation and isolation from the world.
I was interested in the characters and the storyline more than the main romance. I think the writing in this book was definitely cringy at times. The use of the word "Bitch" was overused. I get that it was supposed to be a term of endearment amongst the MC, but I got that after the first couple times it was used. I have read some of Tillie Cole's newer books/series. I could see she's definitely grown as an author since this book. I'm sure as I continue the series, her writing will only get better.
I was shocked to learn that Tillie Cole has removed this series from Amazon. I've had this on my TBR for two years and this book has been on my kindle for months. I only learned about the controversy when I had tried to borrow the second book in this series on KU and I couldn't, which sent me hunting as to why...
This is my opinion and everyone is entitled to their own. I have only read this book so far in the series so I can't speak yet on the others, but I will say this...
I have read hundreds of books from different authors & subjects and I have loved some and hated others. We are all free to review and have opinions on anything that we read. I do think it's always important to have discussions when those discussions are warranted when anyone may be directly impacted by material that is written, in an adult fashion. I have been off BookTok & Bookstagram for months for the most part, it's become toxic for me. It had a direct affect on my love for reading, so I had to take a step back.
What I don't want is for others to police what I can and can not read. It's a slippery slope attacking authors for a book they've written when they have the freedom to write about anything they want and as readers we have the freedom to read that book, review it, discuss it, etc. What I don't understand is if a reader knows the material will upset them, then why read it to begin with? Or even worse, why attack an author for a book that you didn't read! There are worse subjects in movies and television. You just simply turn the channel or don't watch it if it doesn't interest you. I don't understand why that is so hard to do for others? It only makes authors afraid to write and publish when this is happening over and over again.
I've been a fan of Tillie Cole for a couple years now. I'm mad that I didn't read this series sooner. Thankfully I could still check these out at my library until she decides to list them again on Amazon, if she ever does...
At the beginning of this book, the author mentions and outlines the research she completed before writing this book. This is a fiction book based off real testimonies/experiences from those who have suffered in a religious cult. I have always been interested in the books that I've read written by this author that have included these dangerous religious cults. (I've also read The Deadly Virtues series)
This story sets up the universe for The Hades Hangmen. Styx is the President of the MC known as The Hangman's Mute because he doesn't speak and Mae later runs from the religious cult, The Order. She was considered one of "The Cursed" in this cult because of her beauty, yet was horrifically sexually abused at the age of 8 and then on. Styx and Mae crossed paths briefly when he was 11 and she was 8. He stumbled upon The Order's land and found Mae behind the fence and instantly felt drawn to her. He could never find that place again although he continued to look for 15 some years.
After Mae runs, she ends up at the MC's compound injured. They take her in and help to heal her. Styx quickly realizes that she is the girl behind the fence that he's been looking for.
I didn't really care for the love story between Styx and Mae. Initially, I had thought maybe Mae and Rider (The Road Captain of the MC) was better suited for each other. Styx was a little too possessive for my taste. Claiming her as property only seemed just as controlling as the position she was in within the cult compound.
There is disability representation in Styx's character who uses ASL and for the most part does not speak. I don't know if it's good representation, but it's always nice to read about characters such as Styx. Mae suffers from deep sexual trauma, severe religious manipulation and isolation from the world.
I was interested in the characters and the storyline more than the main romance. I think the writing in this book was definitely cringy at times. The use of the word "Bitch" was overused. I get that it was supposed to be a term of endearment amongst the MC, but I got that after the first couple times it was used. I have read some of Tillie Cole's newer books/series. I could see she's definitely grown as an author since this book. I'm sure as I continue the series, her writing will only get better.
kcscheiernwhite's review against another edition
5.0
I went into this book blind of what to expect, but I loved it! No one deals with the exact same trauma as you, but two people who have trauma can have the patience and love for each other to help them both heal.
paginasdapaty's review against another edition
5.0
Finalmente cheguei em uma série aclamada do universo dark.
Hades Hangmen.
River Styx conheceu aos 11 anos uma garota , Salome (Mae) através de uma cerca. No meio da floresta, em um local desconhecido. Um primeiro beijo inocente, palavras de um garoto que não conseguia se comunicar com as pessoas e uma garota que acreditava ser uma pecadora amaldiçoada.
15 anos depois Mae consegue fugir da comuna da Ordem, uma seita religiosa onde passou toda a sua vida. Aos 23 anos ela deveria se casar com o Profeta David. E como ultimo desejo da sua irmã ainda em vida, Mae foge, corre.
Ferida e perdida no mundo fora das cercas da comuna, Mae acaba no complexo do MC Fora da Lei, onde estão os Hade Hangmen.
Styx é o presidente do MC, e é conhecido como Handmen Mudo, o mais temido de todos os MC do país.
Ao perceber que a mulher machucada é a mesma menina que conheceu aos 11 anos, ele não mede esforços para protege-la.
Ao longo do livro vemos o despertar de Mae na sua nova liberdade, um novo mundo, pessoas que a vida toda eram vistas como pecadoras e filhas de Satã.
Styx consegue falar com apenas 2 pessoas na sua vida, Ky (seu melhor amigo e VP do MC) e a mulher com os olhos de lobo... Mae.
Eles nunca se esqueceram ao longo dos 15 anos. E é lindo. Mae se descobre, se permite. E Styx finalmente encontra aquela que habitou seus pensamentos e coração por tanto tempo.
Conhecemos também outros integrantes do MC que darão voz aos livros seguintes de HH.
Tillie Cole usou de relatos reais para construir o universo HH. Há uma nota no início do livro que conta como isso aconteceu.
Além do livro precisamos entender que SIM, ISSO ACONTECE, É REAL. Há diversas realidades ontem fanáticos religiosos cometem loucuras em nome de Deus.
Hades Hangmen.
River Styx conheceu aos 11 anos uma garota , Salome (Mae) através de uma cerca. No meio da floresta, em um local desconhecido. Um primeiro beijo inocente, palavras de um garoto que não conseguia se comunicar com as pessoas e uma garota que acreditava ser uma pecadora amaldiçoada.
15 anos depois Mae consegue fugir da comuna da Ordem, uma seita religiosa onde passou toda a sua vida. Aos 23 anos ela deveria se casar com o Profeta David. E como ultimo desejo da sua irmã ainda em vida, Mae foge, corre.
Ferida e perdida no mundo fora das cercas da comuna, Mae acaba no complexo do MC Fora da Lei, onde estão os Hade Hangmen.
Styx é o presidente do MC, e é conhecido como Handmen Mudo, o mais temido de todos os MC do país.
Ao perceber que a mulher machucada é a mesma menina que conheceu aos 11 anos, ele não mede esforços para protege-la.
Ao longo do livro vemos o despertar de Mae na sua nova liberdade, um novo mundo, pessoas que a vida toda eram vistas como pecadoras e filhas de Satã.
Styx consegue falar com apenas 2 pessoas na sua vida, Ky (seu melhor amigo e VP do MC) e a mulher com os olhos de lobo... Mae.
Eles nunca se esqueceram ao longo dos 15 anos. E é lindo. Mae se descobre, se permite. E Styx finalmente encontra aquela que habitou seus pensamentos e coração por tanto tempo.
Conhecemos também outros integrantes do MC que darão voz aos livros seguintes de HH.
Tillie Cole usou de relatos reais para construir o universo HH. Há uma nota no início do livro que conta como isso aconteceu.
Além do livro precisamos entender que SIM, ISSO ACONTECE, É REAL. Há diversas realidades ontem fanáticos religiosos cometem loucuras em nome de Deus.