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3.73 AVERAGE
3.73 AVERAGE
Whew y’all. This was an emotional read and I admit, I got teary eyed a time or two! Worth it.
While this doesn’t fit my definition of dark, this is for sure an angsty story with very traumatized MCs. Scrap spent ten years in prison avenging Crista after a brutal attack at 16 left her physically and emotionally scarred.
This is no easy resolution, magic penis, love saves the day story. It’s truly heartbreaking to read Crista’s pain, insecurity, regrets, and doubts. The whole club expects her to jump into Scrap’s arms, but she’s struggling with PTSD and that’s not in the cards no matter how much time he spent in prison for her.
This really is angsty in a way that hurts your heart, but Scrap is such a stone fortress. He’s willing to take things at Crista’s pace because that’s his girl and he doesn’t care that she needs time. It’s the kind of dedication you don’t expect from an outlaw biker, but Scrap is dreamy x10. Poor Crista has to claw her way to happiness and it’s even more rewarding to see their HEA because of it.
Also: Crista punches Harper. FINALLY. I have no idea if Harper is meant to be endearing or not. I’m just glad someone finally rocked her sh*t. Thank you, CCW.
While this doesn’t fit my definition of dark, this is for sure an angsty story with very traumatized MCs. Scrap spent ten years in prison avenging Crista after a brutal attack at 16 left her physically and emotionally scarred.
This is no easy resolution, magic penis, love saves the day story. It’s truly heartbreaking to read Crista’s pain, insecurity, regrets, and doubts. The whole club expects her to jump into Scrap’s arms, but she’s struggling with PTSD and that’s not in the cards no matter how much time he spent in prison for her.
This really is angsty in a way that hurts your heart, but Scrap is such a stone fortress. He’s willing to take things at Crista’s pace because that’s his girl and he doesn’t care that she needs time. It’s the kind of dedication you don’t expect from an outlaw biker, but Scrap is dreamy x10. Poor Crista has to claw her way to happiness and it’s even more rewarding to see their HEA because of it.
Also: Crista punches Harper. FINALLY. I have no idea if Harper is meant to be endearing or not. I’m just glad someone finally rocked her sh*t. Thank you, CCW.
dark
emotional
sad
medium-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:
Yes
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
dark
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
dark
emotional
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
**Most of my reviews contain detailed CW/TW sections, which may include spoilers. I have tried to mark them appropriately, but please use caution.**
ebook
4/5
Summary: Scrap has recently been released from prison and finds that all is not well with Crista, the attack on whom was the event leading to his imprisonment.
Stats: M/F, CR/MC, Open door.
Notes: This was a reread to write a TW outline. I actually liked it a lot more this time - I loved the way Crista's family and friends try to help her, but often fail/are misguided. I loved the way Scrap interacts with Crista, and the way her frustration with 'plateau-ing' in her trauma recovery is handled.
OTT and Spoilery Content Warnings (CW) and Trigger Warnings (TW):
violence, stabbing/cutting of FMC, SA/rape, alcohol, drugs
ebook
4/5
Summary: Scrap has recently been released from prison and finds that all is not well with Crista, the attack on whom was the event leading to his imprisonment.
Stats: M/F, CR/MC, Open door.
Notes: This was a reread to write a TW outline. I actually liked it a lot more this time - I loved the way Crista's family and friends try to help her, but often fail/are misguided. I loved the way Scrap interacts with Crista, and the way her frustration with 'plateau-ing' in her trauma recovery is handled.
OTT and Spoilery Content Warnings (CW) and Trigger Warnings (TW):
challenging
dark
emotional
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:
Yes
This story packs so much punch into such a tiny novella. My only complaint is that I wanted more!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Addiction, Body shaming, Fatphobia, Gore, Panic attacks/disorders, Rape, Blood, Medical trauma, Death of parent
emotional
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
sad
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