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spicymakeupreads's review
5.0
Obsessed with this it will be added to my paperback collection asap. It was sexy and soulful and self love promoting and I fucking am in love with it.
The whole harem really is on journey of sell off love, self realization, battling inner demons and they own mental health. It was well done and i devoured the book.
@gracemcgintyauthor amazing boo just amazing
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The whole harem really is on journey of sell off love, self realization, battling inner demons and they own mental health. It was well done and i devoured the book.
@gracemcgintyauthor amazing boo just amazing
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kacenreads's review against another edition
5.0
Words can’t explain
Words can’t explain how much this book moved me. It was the perfect ending. The way they all were desperate to love each other and be loved by each other. I loved the raw emotions. I loved how much they loved each other even with all their imperfections and faults. Such a beautiful story.
Words can’t explain how much this book moved me. It was the perfect ending. The way they all were desperate to love each other and be loved by each other. I loved the raw emotions. I loved how much they loved each other even with all their imperfections and faults. Such a beautiful story.
missjulia's review
adventurous
emotional
inspiring
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
nikkieliz13's review against another edition
4.0
Rating: 3.75 Stars
This is book two in the Inside the Maelstrom duet, and the conclusion to Aviva and her mens’ story. By the end of the book I was satisfied with the resolution of every storyline—
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although Nemo’s was bittersweetSpoiler
Senator Kenley got off easy. Technically he payed for his actions with his life, but he never had to actually suffer. I would have been mollified if he died with his reputation and career in complete shreds, but nooooo he died with both intact after the court found him “not guilty” of any of the heinous monstrous crimes he committed.
Title:[b: Inside the Maelstrom: Part Two by Grace McGinty]
POV(s): Multiple—First Person
Interconnected Series: Yes
Standalone: No
Cliffhanger: No
HEA:
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YesRelationship: Reverse Harem, M/M
Genre(s): Contemporary Romance, Romantic Suspense
Triggers: Yes
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•Abuse—emotional, mental, physical
•Mental Health
•Suicide/Suicidal Ideation
Tags/Tropes:
❖ Assassination-Attempts
❖ Marriage-of-Convenience
❖ Mental-Health
❖ Rich-MMCs
❖ Wealthy-Corrupt-Antagonist
sndmaldo's review against another edition
3.0
Okay, don’t take me wrong, the conclusion to this story was satisfying, and several plot twists even made me gasp. I’m utterly in love with the vibe of this world and I think that’s the problem. I was so invested, that made me have some complains, too. So allow me to vent a little bit, please lol
Personally, what I need in a RH is for each relationship to feel important and for all the guys to be equal and share the same amount of time with the MC. In this case, I felt things were unbalanced, especially with Evans.
I wasn’t sure about him in the first book, and apparently my gut instinct was right. He didn’t really fit in the story or the romance. At least for me. I couldn’t see the chemistry with Aviva, or the bromance with the other men, who were extremely close together. It felt more like they accepted his presence to keep her happy, and that’s not very appealing.
And still, he got more scenes with Aviva than any of the other three guys. I understand the idea was to spend more time building up his relationships and making it make sense for him to join their family. But honestly? It didn’t work for me. Which sucked, because I couldn’t care less about him and I had to read 3…4? smut scenes with him. Meanwhile Otto barely shared any screen time with Aviva and only got one smut scene in the whole duology. Sampson didn’t get that much time, either. And they were my favorites. Which made me sad and understandably frustrated.
And on top of all that, Grace McGinty wrote a fade-to-black orgy scene that I’ll never forgive her for lol There aren’t group activities in these books, not even with the MC and the two guys that are together. What a wasted opportunity. She wrote such interesting dynamics and never got to explore them fully.
Other than that, I actually loved this duo. I know I mostly complained, but that happens sometimes when you adore a series and it’s almost perfect.
Personally, what I need in a RH is for each relationship to feel important and for all the guys to be equal and share the same amount of time with the MC. In this case, I felt things were unbalanced, especially with Evans.
I wasn’t sure about him in the first book, and apparently my gut instinct was right. He didn’t really fit in the story or the romance. At least for me. I couldn’t see the chemistry with Aviva, or the bromance with the other men, who were extremely close together. It felt more like they accepted his presence to keep her happy, and that’s not very appealing.
And still, he got more scenes with Aviva than any of the other three guys. I understand the idea was to spend more time building up his relationships and making it make sense for him to join their family. But honestly? It didn’t work for me. Which sucked, because I couldn’t care less about him and I had to read 3…4? smut scenes with him. Meanwhile Otto barely shared any screen time with Aviva and only got one smut scene in the whole duology. Sampson didn’t get that much time, either. And they were my favorites. Which made me sad and understandably frustrated.
And on top of all that, Grace McGinty wrote a fade-to-black orgy scene that I’ll never forgive her for lol There aren’t group activities in these books, not even with the MC and the two guys that are together. What a wasted opportunity. She wrote such interesting dynamics and never got to explore them fully.
Other than that, I actually loved this duo. I know I mostly complained, but that happens sometimes when you adore a series and it’s almost perfect.
sass_sass's review against another edition
5.0
There's so much I want to say about this book (and duet) and how I loved it SO much, but the words just aren't coming. I can say that I felt seen regarding my experiences with mental illness in a way that didn't feel exploitative. I can also say that I loved the guys, especially Otto (such a mother hen, but so sweet). Don't know what else to say though, but this duet felt like it was written just for me. I loved it.
depressedpanda's review against another edition
5.0
What a rollercoaster ride this duet took me on. One major book hangover from this. I have so many feelings and no idea how to process them down into a review. Hands down recommend this for any lover of contemporary RH.
catnapsnbooks's review against another edition
5.0
Inside The Maelstrom : Part Two is the conclusion this series deserved. Grace McGinty is a genius as she has taken these diverse characters, a beautifully unique plot and lots of angst and feelings and created a masterpiece. Thank you so much Grace for showcasing mental health through a realistic and positive lense.
From the start Inside the Maelstrom: Parts One & Two appear to be the story of Aviva searching for Nemo with the help of Drix, Otto and Sampson and then later Evan. Aviva is determined to follow the breadcrumb trail of clues left by him in the works of Jules Verne and crosses the globe to do so. Instead, this book is one of self-discovery of the characters as they face and battle their personal demons and grow both as individuals and a group. Inside the Maelstrom is the ultimate example of ‘it is not the destination it is the journey’ as without the experiences that the characters were exposed to in their search for Nemo they would not have grown and developed the relationship they had by the end.
Grace McGinty has produced sweet magic on a page with the Inside the Maelstrom Duet finding the perfect balance between strength and vulnerability in her characters as they search for happiness and peace. This book is definitely in my top 5 reads of 2022.
From the start Inside the Maelstrom: Parts One & Two appear to be the story of Aviva searching for Nemo with the help of Drix, Otto and Sampson and then later Evan. Aviva is determined to follow the breadcrumb trail of clues left by him in the works of Jules Verne and crosses the globe to do so. Instead, this book is one of self-discovery of the characters as they face and battle their personal demons and grow both as individuals and a group. Inside the Maelstrom is the ultimate example of ‘it is not the destination it is the journey’ as without the experiences that the characters were exposed to in their search for Nemo they would not have grown and developed the relationship they had by the end.
Grace McGinty has produced sweet magic on a page with the Inside the Maelstrom Duet finding the perfect balance between strength and vulnerability in her characters as they search for happiness and peace. This book is definitely in my top 5 reads of 2022.
megath92's review
adventurous
emotional
sad
fast-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
4.25
lovethyshelfie's review
3.0
I’m so glad Aviva, Hendrick, Otto, Sampson, and Evan got their HEA. I was worried there for a few chapters that it wasn’t going to happen since Drix’s father is a sociopath.