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Tate James

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dark tense fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven: A mix
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes
dark emotional mysterious fast-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
dark emotional mysterious sad tense fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven: A mix
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: No
Flaws of characters a main focus: No

Different from what I typically read but an interesting poly twist. I will continue the series. Lots of sexual tension, bullying, revenge and reverse harem.
mysterious tense medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven: A mix
Strong character development: No
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: No
Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

Not real enemies to lovers

This was fun as hell. The chemistry between the characters is everything. And I love the mystery surrounding them. By the end I have more questions than answers but in a "give me the next book now" kinda way. Not a real enemies-to-lovers though and the misunderstanding trope is really heavy. Like just talk about you damn issues people... but no they act like horney teenagers
challenging emotional funny mysterious tense medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven: A mix
Diverse cast of characters: No
Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

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Maddison Kate, Book 1

I Picked Up This Book Because: Random library pick.

Media Type: Audio
Source: R Public Library
Dates Read: 2/24/25 - 2/26/25
Rating: 4 Stars
Narrator(s): Brooke Daniels and Lucas Webley


The Characters:

Madison Kate Danvers:
Archer D’Ath:
Kole:
Steel:
MK’s Bestie, MK’s Father

The Story:

At the end of this book, I was shocked, there were several revelations, and I am pissed because I didn’t expect a cliffhanger. I found this story addictive. I liked the characters' personalities. The stalker hits just the right amount of creep factor. I look forward to the next book. And by “look forward to” I mean I checked it out immediately after finishing. 

I dyed my hair pink before Madison Kate did so...

Pure angsty perfection. This book is brimming with forced proximity, golden retriever MMC energy, ‘touch her and ☠️’ vibes, and even an MMA fighter who secretly has a soft heart for the FMC. The chemistry is off the charts, and the tension never lets up. If you love your romance with high stakes and high emotions, this one’s for you!
challenging dark emotional funny mysterious reflective sad tense medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven: A mix
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus: Complicated

Ugh… the fact we were left in such a intense cliffhanger kills me!! 😩 I really enjoyed this book, I will say I think Kate is a bit egotistical and proud at times, refusing to admit when she’s wrong. However as it sits Steele is EVERYTHING!! 😍