Reviews with content warning for Body horror - Sidetracked

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vendy_kha's review

challenging dark emotional sad tense fast-paced

Plot- or character-driven? A mix
Strong character development? It's complicated
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

It's so dark but somehow I can read this. Read the trigger warnings first but I highly recommend this short series. Lana is something else, you can't not sympathize with her... and love her spirit

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meeklovestoread's review

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dark mysterious sad tense medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Plot
Strong character development? No
Loveable characters? It's complicated
Diverse cast of characters? No
Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.0

Although I liked this a bit better than the first book, I'm still giving it the same rating as I did the first book. Four stars! Again, I'm more interested in Lana and her killings plus the current case the FBI is working on rather than the romance itself. So far other than them caring for one another and sex there isn't much substance to their relationship. Also, I noted this in my head when I read the first book, but didn't put it in my review so I'm going to document it here, but Logan gets too possessive for my liking. I can deal with a little possessiveness when it's warranted but this guy gets overly territorial if she's even in proximity to another guy and it's just so annoying to read about that.

Like in the first book he got all rowdy about her friend Jake and commented on wishing he was "more gay" (he's bisexual) so he'd be sure someone wasn't trying to steal his girl away. Or in this book, how he gets overly jealous over her protection detail. She has to constantly assure him to assuage his fragile male ego. And I'm just like get a grip, dude!😒

Lana would poke fun and call him a caveman and all, but girl, it's not funny. He can be a bit too hyper-masculine for my liking. And speaking of, what is with the underlining misogynistic tones from the guys in this book? I know it's to set the tone for them to not suspect Lana, but still. Like the idea of it being a girl is so quickly dismissed. You know there's this theory that some of the cold homicide cases throughout history are still running cold to this day because the police were chasing a male instead of a female serial killer. I always found that theory intriguing (I don't know the validity to it; there probably isn't any, but I still think it's an interesting thought to ponder). Oh also, forgot to say, but Jake and Lana's friendship is A1 in this book. He's protective of her in a healthy way while also respecting her decision. We like Jake over here!

Spice Rating: 🌶️🌶️.5/5

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sarah_amy's review

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dark mysterious tense fast-paced

Plot- or character-driven? A mix
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? It's complicated
Diverse cast of characters? No
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.5

The plot is thickening. Appreciating the criminology of it, as well as the complexities it brings to the relationship. I'm glad it's not just torturing bad guys or 'a hot guy and girl who have lots of sex because they find each other hot.' However, I'm still finding the relationship a bit possessive and lacking in substance outside of wanting to protect one another and finding each other attractive. I hope there's opportunity for them to actually know each other a bit more, and it looks like it's opening up that possibility.
Good cliffhanger.

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memoirsofabooklover's review

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dark funny tense fast-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Plot
Strong character development? No
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? No
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

i loved this, read it super quickly, have to read the next one asap. again the writing style was basic but i was engaged the entire time (less slow than the first book) it’s getting so juicy, i can’t wait to read the next one

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sillyfatty's review

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adventurous challenging dark emotional mysterious sad tense fast-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Character
Strong character development? N/A
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? No

3.75

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nehaslibrary's review

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challenging dark emotional hopeful mysterious sad tense fast-paced

Plot- or character-driven? A mix
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? It's complicated
Diverse cast of characters? No
Flaws of characters a main focus? No

5.0

this whole series was such a random one that i started for no real reason but it’s been a real pleasant surprise. i love the twists and how well they’re weaved into the book. honestly, i feel like the covers of the books don’t give the book justice

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natashareadsbooks's review

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dark funny fast-paced

Plot- or character-driven? A mix
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? Yes

5.0

I am seriously loving this series, and can't believe I waited so long before picking it up.

It may be dark- following Lana who is a serial killer as she is out for revenge on those who wronged her when she was younger, and her relationship with Logan- who is an FBI agent who has her case, and is trying to hunt her down, but it's also fun- and funny. It is a great quick read, and I am loving every second of it - and cannot wait to continue the story.
5 ⭐ out of 5⭐.
2🌶️ out of 5🌶️ - a couple scenes in some detail.

Tropes:
→ dark romance
→ contemporary romance
→ serial killer h, x FBI H
→ forbidden romance
→ revenge

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