3.93 AVERAGE


one thing about QB, she’s gonna write a freak nasty book and i will eat it up every time, throw in the already messy family dynamic and drama, WITH the fact that our FMC is sleeping with her best friend’s father??? yeah, i’m sat

may i just say, i will always love that QB writes such bold FMC’s! like yes, take what you want girl! avery was of course no different, the way she would tell theo what to do and when?? as she should ‼️but then theo on the other hand?? that fucking mouth on him! lord have mercy, i need that man…. severely

along with getting our very loved QB writing and hot MCs, the side characters in this book really took the cake😭i don’t think I’ve ever adored side characters more, everyone was flushed out, funny as hell, and truthfully, i need everyone to get a damn book! 

QB will always be a top author for me and i can’t wait to see what she puts out next
adventurous emotional fast-paced

I'm not sure what drugs QB Tyler puts in her books but im ADDICTED. All HAIL THE QUEEN OF TABOO! This book was pure perfection and spicy with a sprinkle of daddy issues which were all here for. Age gaps are definitely my least favorite trope but when QB Tyler writes it ...its my favorite. I LOVED Theo and Avery's story . At one point I was like PLEASE get caught I just want these two to be together out in the open.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐/5


Merged review:

I'm not sure what drugs QB Tyler puts in her books but im ADDICTED. All HAIL THE QUEEN OF TABOO! This book was pure perfection and spicy with a sprinkle of daddy issues which were all here for. Age gaps are definitely my least favorite trope but when QB Tyler writes it ...its my favorite. I LOVED Theo and Avery's story . At one point I was like PLEASE get caught I just want these two to be together out in the open.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐/5

night_owl9's review

3.75
emotional funny lighthearted 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
funny lighthearted 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: No

The Worst Kept Secret is a fun, fast, and steamy best friend’s dad romance. Q.B. Tyler’s books are always so fun. I really liked Avery because she was sassy + such a tease. She was going to get what she wanted no matter what. Just delightful. Theo is obviously a the swoon worthy, single dad, next door that romance lovers eat up. And a former NFL star!?! I was hooked from that first chapter. 
 
Woo boy!!! The audio!!! It was freaking hot to say the least 🥵 There was a hint of duet narration in a couple moments throughout the book that made it feel very lively. Definitely recommend going the audio route when it comes out for a fun, funky and fresh time!! 
 
Thank you to Forever and Always PR and Q.B. Tyler for providing me with an ALC in exchange for my honest thoughts <3 

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emotional inspiring 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: No

Thank you @qbtyler.author for allowing me to listen to an advanced listener copy of The Worst Kept Secret. 

Avery and Theo are the cutest couple. We have Avery fighting for their relationship but also understanding the issues that will arise if the secret gets out. Theo is a complete daddy both in the sheets and in the streets. Theo is a retired football star who puts his family first. 

2024 - I will read more QB. I always forget that I absolutely love her writing, the dirty talk 🥵, and of course the stories. Where does one start? 
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allairebuysbooks's review

5.0

Theo is a hot name and no one can tell me differently 
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chapterreader's review

4.0
adventurous medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven: A mix
Strong character development: Complicated
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes
funny lighthearted
adventurous challenging emotional funny hopeful mysterious reflective tense 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: No

This was soooo very hot!! I am a sucker for an age gap romance, & Q.B. Tyler never disappoints. This was hot as hell, a little taboo, and full of off the charts chemistry! 
I absolutely loved the angst and the tension between Avery & Theo, with having to navigate all the things, while being so head over heels for each other. This was such a great romance!