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nidhzinwonderland's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
lighthearted
mysterious
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
3.0
khaleesimod93's review against another edition
dark
emotional
reflective
sad
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Loveable characters? Yes
3.0
I loved a lot of this book, but things started going downhill at about the 50% mark. One of my biggest issues in books is when the FMC or MC doesn't communicate with the other. I love Harley. I know she had good intentions, but after recieveing that threat, instead of TALKING to Reed, or fuck, even Stuart, she took off. Instead of going to people like Stuart who could actually help, she waited. Which caused a whole hell of a bunch of drama. I lost a lot of respect and admiration for her because of those choices. Am I glad she went to Griffin? Yes, of course I am. But why did she go to Griffin and leave Stuart and Reed out of it? It makes no sense.
My other big issue is why was there so much sex? Omg! It was so repetitive. It was an every other page thing after about the 40% mark. Then the 3 epilogues were unnecessary again because it was nothing but sex!!! I love smut as much as the next person, but when it's repetitive and causes the overall plot and story to drag, it annoys me. There wasn't a reason for it. Had the repetitive scenes been cut down, the book would have easily been 150 pages shorter, which would have made the book so much better.
Now, I did love how the author took such hard subjects and made them come to light. What happened to Reed is just awful and not nearly talked about enough! I'm so proud of the author for taking this stance and writing and POWERFUL male character that went through something horrific and came out stronger with help. I'm so glad Reed opened up to Harley and to the city when he was ready. The fact that after he spoke out, more came foward. It wasn't the resolution I wanted in epilogue 3, but it's unfortunately accurate to what happens. The guilt, self-doubt, hate, and promiscuity are all very real consequences to SA. The author did a great job in describing all aspects of SA and the consequences.
Harley had my love and respect for most of this book. She's an amazing supporting girl for Reed. I'm so glad she fought for Reed and didn't let him go under. She stood by his side, listened, and supported him. Do I wish she would have gone to Reed first? Yes, but I'm glad that it all got resolved. What Bea did and revealed disgusts me. I hate her so much because it's people like her and the other 2 that makes both men and women not want to come forward!!! She didn't get nearly what she deserved. But I'm glad some justice was shelled out.
My other big issue is why was there so much sex? Omg! It was so repetitive. It was an every other page thing after about the 40% mark. Then the 3 epilogues were unnecessary again because it was nothing but sex!!! I love smut as much as the next person, but when it's repetitive and causes the overall plot and story to drag, it annoys me. There wasn't a reason for it. Had the repetitive scenes been cut down, the book would have easily been 150 pages shorter, which would have made the book so much better.
Now, I did love how the author took such hard subjects and made them come to light. What happened to Reed is just awful and not nearly talked about enough! I'm so proud of the author for taking this stance and writing and POWERFUL male character that went through something horrific and came out stronger with help. I'm so glad Reed opened up to Harley and to the city when he was ready. The fact that after he spoke out, more came foward. It wasn't the resolution I wanted in epilogue 3, but it's unfortunately accurate to what happens. The guilt, self-doubt, hate, and promiscuity are all very real consequences to SA. The author did a great job in describing all aspects of SA and the consequences.
Harley had my love and respect for most of this book. She's an amazing supporting girl for Reed. I'm so glad she fought for Reed and didn't let him go under. She stood by his side, listened, and supported him. Do I wish she would have gone to Reed first? Yes, but I'm glad that it all got resolved. What Bea did and revealed disgusts me. I hate her so much because it's people like her and the other 2 that makes both men and women not want to come forward!!! She didn't get nearly what she deserved. But I'm glad some justice was shelled out.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Sexual assault and Rape
Minor: Drug use and Drug abuse
juniper_juliet's review against another edition
2.0
A lot of this book was unnecessarily long and dragged on for far to long, the spice was fire and very well written though and I’m adding Reed Walker to my list of book bf‘s, but Harley really got on my nerves. She’s very insecure and a lot of conflict could 100% be avoided if she just talked to him about it…
Definitely not for people who aren’t into the miscommunication trope… DNF‘d at about 50%
Bit disappointing because it really did start out very promising.
Definitely not for people who aren’t into the miscommunication trope… DNF‘d at about 50%
Bit disappointing because it really did start out very promising.
pheef's review against another edition
3.0
This is my 2nd book by this author. I like the writing style and the spice is *chefs kiss*
A little on the long side but I really enjoyed the characters and the back stories too.
A little on the long side but I really enjoyed the characters and the back stories too.
jasminn_01's review against another edition
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? It's complicated
5.0
aster_ria's review against another edition
DNF: 70%
The miscommunication break-up was a) ridiculous b) stupid and c) annoying.
The whole book dragged and Harley got more annoying with every page, she started off as pretty good, but then just jumps from one stupid conclusion to the next, it was infuriating and I couldn't take it anymore
The miscommunication break-up was a) ridiculous b) stupid and c) annoying.
The whole book dragged and Harley got more annoying with every page, she started off as pretty good, but then just jumps from one stupid conclusion to the next, it was infuriating and I couldn't take it anymore
over_book_'s review against another edition
4.0
4,5
This one hit harder than the others, real though subjects and super good fake relationship trope and spicy scene
This one hit harder than the others, real though subjects and super good fake relationship trope and spicy scene
mishalovesandre's review against another edition
2.0
Prepare yourselves, this is just a rant and don’t take this seriously in your choice to judge the book.
myreading_record's review against another edition
5.0
Sixth book in the interconnected The Men Series, each book can be read as a standalone. Every book in the series is a great read so I’d recommend starting with book 1 and enjoying the whole series.
This book focuses on Reed and Harley’s story. Reed is running for mayor of New York, he needs to clean up his playboy image and asks for Harley’s help. He knows she’s working two jobs and agrees to pay well for her to be his fake girlfriend. Although Harley doesn’t think a lot of her boss’s best friend, as far as she’s concerned he visits Griffin’s office too frequently, she does need the money and playing house and the role of the future Mrs Walker should be easy.
Reed and Harley’s relationship starts with great verbal battles and laugh inducing events, then the attraction and chemistry starts to develop and they find themselves not having to act the part. Events from their pasts start to impact their relationships and this becomes such an emotional story, have tissues handy.
I loved this book because it delivered on so many levels, I felt so many emotions and ended with a happy heart. It also left me with such a book hangover. I hope we see more of them in the next book of the series.
This book focuses on Reed and Harley’s story. Reed is running for mayor of New York, he needs to clean up his playboy image and asks for Harley’s help. He knows she’s working two jobs and agrees to pay well for her to be his fake girlfriend. Although Harley doesn’t think a lot of her boss’s best friend, as far as she’s concerned he visits Griffin’s office too frequently, she does need the money and playing house and the role of the future Mrs Walker should be easy.
Reed and Harley’s relationship starts with great verbal battles and laugh inducing events, then the attraction and chemistry starts to develop and they find themselves not having to act the part. Events from their pasts start to impact their relationships and this becomes such an emotional story, have tissues handy.
I loved this book because it delivered on so many levels, I felt so many emotions and ended with a happy heart. It also left me with such a book hangover. I hope we see more of them in the next book of the series.