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hannas_heas47's review against another edition
5.0
Hell isn't as hot as this book. My only gripe is that it's too short. I finished it in about an hour and I still can't believe that's it. I'm not sure what I was truly looking for but the first two had so much angst that I wanted something more for this one. Does she do something with the book? So many questions still not answered.
madwomaninanattic's review against another edition
5.0
Normally I won't give sequels of a series five stars but holy lord jesus this books deserves it...
There may have been less action because I understand that C.J needed to focus a little more on the development of Sophia and James' romance but still...that ending..I was panting and internally squealing.
Caleb..James..GOD DAMN!, he possesses a very strange and erotic nastiness and I honestly could not put this one down as I observed how his mind evolved through the course of the book.
The first two, 'Captivated in the Dark' and 'Seduced in the Dark' both had me biting my lip as Livvie enlightened us of her intriguing, I guess you could say, love affair with the mysterious tall and sexy blonde named Caleb, but to get an insight as to the workings of James' inner desires was absolutely amazing.
If you enjoyed the 'Fifty Shades' series then you will definitely favour this series.
There may have been less action because I understand that C.J needed to focus a little more on the development of Sophia and James' romance but still...that ending..I was panting and internally squealing.
Caleb..James..GOD DAMN!, he possesses a very strange and erotic nastiness and I honestly could not put this one down as I observed how his mind evolved through the course of the book.
The first two, 'Captivated in the Dark' and 'Seduced in the Dark' both had me biting my lip as Livvie enlightened us of her intriguing, I guess you could say, love affair with the mysterious tall and sexy blonde named Caleb, but to get an insight as to the workings of James' inner desires was absolutely amazing.
If you enjoyed the 'Fifty Shades' series then you will definitely favour this series.
seffra's review against another edition
3.0
Uhmm..She is still experiencing Stockholm Syndrome and he is so mentally unstable that he actually believes what they had was love.
lunaeast's review against another edition
dark
emotional
hopeful
reflective
sad
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? Yes
3.0
perfectlymisaligned's review against another edition
5.0
6++++++ stars.
I just devoured this book in one sitting. I had been saving it for months because to be honest, I didn't want to contemplate the idea of Caleb and Livie's story coming to an end. But...what an ending it was.
"You don't need my forgiveness. Anything that's mine to give is already yours."
Let me apologize right off the bat because, this isn't going to be so much a review...as a fangirl gush-fest.
When I stumbled across The Dark Duet series last year, I dived into it head first, not really knowing what i was in for. I wasn't at all prepared for how dark and twisted that ride would be. And like most people, I found myself struggling with how to feel about Caleb. He does so many truly terrible things in the first two books. But, once CJ Roberts began to give us a glimpse into that tortured man's soul, i was hopeless to resist him. Much like Livie.
"I have never felt comfortable sharing my feelings - especially my doubts, fears, hopes and desires. They are what make me vulnerable. And more than anything, I hate to be vulnerable."
While I was thrilled when I found out that Roberts was going to be writing a novella exclusively from Caleb's POV, I was also a little scared as well. I wasn't sure how I would end up feeling about him once I got a closer look inside his twisted mind. Let's just say, I could totally understand how conflicted Livie always felt about her feelings for Caleb. On the one hand, he's the monster who kidnapped and terrorized her. But on the other, he's the man who would stop at nothing to protect her. Even at the cost of his own life or freedom. But, Roberts wiped away my fears within the first few pages of this gorgeous, sexy, emotional book. Seeing things through Caleb's eyes...getting to truly understand how much he regretted how they came to know each other...how much he wished he could have been a better man for her....well, it goes without saying that my love for him has now reached an all new level of adoration.
I didn't want to hurt her. I loved her. I don't know how to do it like a normal person. I didn't know how to tell her how scared I was. I pressed my head to the back of her neck and tried.
"Tell me I don't deserve you. Tell me all the things I already know."
There were times while reading this book that I was just completely floored by Robert's talent. She has managed to create this complex, dark & twisty world that is both alien, and feels disturbingly familiar. And she has given us two of the most emotionally and intellectually complex characters I have ever come across.
"I made you love me! Livie, I was confused. I was...broken. I'm still broken. I don't know who I am or what I want. All I know is that without you, there's nothing. I'm nothing. Do you have any idea how terrifying that is for someone like me?"
"You're the best thing that has ever happened to me in my life. I just wish I could...be that for you."
Reading has always been my passion and an escape from the stress of my daily life. And once in a great while I manage to stumble upon a book or a series of books that not only make an impact on my life, but truly touch my heart in a way that few ever have before. These 3 books have more than made an impact on my life. And I know that I will always hold a very special place in my heart for Livie and Caleb's very unconventional, but no less beautiful love story.
The Dark Duet series is a journey through some of the most painful and gut-wrenching of experiences. But, it is also a story about love and battling your demons and being okay with not being perfect. With not having a perfect life.
Caleb and Livie's relationship isn't about hearts and flowers. It's about devotion and commitment against every odd imaginable.
Survival is the most important thing. It affords us the chance to live and to find all of the things that make life worthwhile. I found redemption. I found forgiveness. I found love.
I had finally found a way to obey and never look back.
I could never write an ending better than the one Livvie gave you, but I’ll leave you with this:
Once upon a time I saved Livie. She’s been saving me ever since.
**Read more of my reviews at my blog** http://ravingbookaddict.blogspot.com
I just devoured this book in one sitting. I had been saving it for months because to be honest, I didn't want to contemplate the idea of Caleb and Livie's story coming to an end. But...what an ending it was.
"You don't need my forgiveness. Anything that's mine to give is already yours."
Let me apologize right off the bat because, this isn't going to be so much a review...as a fangirl gush-fest.
When I stumbled across The Dark Duet series last year, I dived into it head first, not really knowing what i was in for. I wasn't at all prepared for how dark and twisted that ride would be. And like most people, I found myself struggling with how to feel about Caleb. He does so many truly terrible things in the first two books. But, once CJ Roberts began to give us a glimpse into that tortured man's soul, i was hopeless to resist him. Much like Livie.
"I have never felt comfortable sharing my feelings - especially my doubts, fears, hopes and desires. They are what make me vulnerable. And more than anything, I hate to be vulnerable."
While I was thrilled when I found out that Roberts was going to be writing a novella exclusively from Caleb's POV, I was also a little scared as well. I wasn't sure how I would end up feeling about him once I got a closer look inside his twisted mind. Let's just say, I could totally understand how conflicted Livie always felt about her feelings for Caleb. On the one hand, he's the monster who kidnapped and terrorized her. But on the other, he's the man who would stop at nothing to protect her. Even at the cost of his own life or freedom. But, Roberts wiped away my fears within the first few pages of this gorgeous, sexy, emotional book. Seeing things through Caleb's eyes...getting to truly understand how much he regretted how they came to know each other...how much he wished he could have been a better man for her....well, it goes without saying that my love for him has now reached an all new level of adoration.
I didn't want to hurt her. I loved her. I don't know how to do it like a normal person. I didn't know how to tell her how scared I was. I pressed my head to the back of her neck and tried.
"Tell me I don't deserve you. Tell me all the things I already know."
There were times while reading this book that I was just completely floored by Robert's talent. She has managed to create this complex, dark & twisty world that is both alien, and feels disturbingly familiar. And she has given us two of the most emotionally and intellectually complex characters I have ever come across.
"I made you love me! Livie, I was confused. I was...broken. I'm still broken. I don't know who I am or what I want. All I know is that without you, there's nothing. I'm nothing. Do you have any idea how terrifying that is for someone like me?"
"You're the best thing that has ever happened to me in my life. I just wish I could...be that for you."
Reading has always been my passion and an escape from the stress of my daily life. And once in a great while I manage to stumble upon a book or a series of books that not only make an impact on my life, but truly touch my heart in a way that few ever have before. These 3 books have more than made an impact on my life. And I know that I will always hold a very special place in my heart for Livie and Caleb's very unconventional, but no less beautiful love story.
The Dark Duet series is a journey through some of the most painful and gut-wrenching of experiences. But, it is also a story about love and battling your demons and being okay with not being perfect. With not having a perfect life.
Caleb and Livie's relationship isn't about hearts and flowers. It's about devotion and commitment against every odd imaginable.
Survival is the most important thing. It affords us the chance to live and to find all of the things that make life worthwhile. I found redemption. I found forgiveness. I found love.
I had finally found a way to obey and never look back.
I could never write an ending better than the one Livvie gave you, but I’ll leave you with this:
Once upon a time I saved Livie. She’s been saving me ever since.
**Read more of my reviews at my blog** http://ravingbookaddict.blogspot.com
lglover's review against another edition
3.0
I the only thing that bother me was why did Livvie fall in love with Caleb he did all the awful things to her. I guess one will never know
b_readsromance's review against another edition
5.0
I gave this this book 5 beautiful stars! Epilogue wrapped up the series in a bow for me. I liked that they found a way to be Caleb & Livvie while still living their new life as Sophia & James. I loved seeing that Caleb can be a total softie for Livvie. It was great to see Livvie had come into her own and she wasn't afraid to be her own woman and also still enjoy her kinks. Caleb & Livvie FOREVER!!
jamietherebelliousreader's review against another edition
5.0
5 stars. What a fantastic ending to an amazing series that has become one of my all time favorites. I'm honestly sad that Caleb and Livvie's story is over but I loved their ending. It wasn't perfect but it was perfect for them.
You have no idea how much I enjoyed reading from Caleb's dirty, dirty P.O.V. He was honest, raw and he brought humor with his snark and smartassness. It was such a different side of him and I loved it so damn much. What a dirty minded man he is, I felt like I needed a shower during most of this book.Not like that's a bad thing or anything cause it's not. I quite enjoyed it.
Livvie seemed like a completely different person in this book. I loved her! She was such a drastic change from the emotionally and mentally broken girl from the first two books. She still had that baggage here, of course, but she didn't let it drag her down anymore. She was all about moving forward instead. She came across as a normal girl despite her messed up past. She was fun, outgoing and still as stubborn as ever. I don't know if this was just how Caleb saw her or if she had really changed so much. Either way, I enjoyed the new and improved Livvie.
Caleb seriously, what more can I say about him? Nothing. That's what. Nothing. He was a very interesting narrator and seeing everything exclusively in P.O.V made the entire series feel complete. He wasn't trying to win the reader over, he just wanted to tell his side of the story from the end of Seduced In the Dark and let the reader know that he and Livvie still had miles to go to get to their happily ever after.
Everything about this trilogy is perfection. I really have nothing else to say.
Caleb. I love you.
You have no idea how much I enjoyed reading from Caleb's dirty, dirty P.O.V. He was honest, raw and he brought humor with his snark and smartassness. It was such a different side of him and I loved it so damn much. What a dirty minded man he is, I felt like I needed a shower during most of this book.
Livvie seemed like a completely different person in this book. I loved her! She was such a drastic change from the emotionally and mentally broken girl from the first two books. She still had that baggage here, of course, but she didn't let it drag her down anymore. She was all about moving forward instead. She came across as a normal girl despite her messed up past. She was fun, outgoing and still as stubborn as ever. I don't know if this was just how Caleb saw her or if she had really changed so much. Either way, I enjoyed the new and improved Livvie.
Caleb seriously, what more can I say about him? Nothing. That's what. Nothing. He was a very interesting narrator and seeing everything exclusively in P.O.V made the entire series feel complete. He wasn't trying to win the reader over, he just wanted to tell his side of the story from the end of Seduced In the Dark and let the reader know that he and Livvie still had miles to go to get to their happily ever after.
Everything about this trilogy is perfection. I really have nothing else to say.
Caleb. I love you.
