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booksabrewin's review against another edition
2.0
Indiana's ghost from the past has come back to haunt her in a way she never imagined. She had thought he was long dead, that he was just a bad memory that she needed to get over. But it seems evil doesn't like to stay dead and now she has to find a way to escape her past all over again while also navigating the tumultuous waters of her new love affairs with Maddox and Weston. There are a lot of mysteries surrounding Indiana and she is coming up short on answers. Can Indiana find the freedom she has longed for?
This book seemed to almost tread water. Instead of catapulting the story forward it seemed to move at a snail's pace. Indiana was still finding her place with her boys and yet she has only told Maddox of her past. She is still keeping it from Weston and still going extremely slow with Jagger. For a series that is supposed to be a trilogy the third book is going to have a lot of ground to cover to tie up all the loose ends and also complete the harem so there is a happily-ever-after.
I feel as if Indiana's past is a constant topic in the books so when dealing with the past so often, how exactly is a character meant to grow and find the ability to heal? I understand that there are still antagonists that are haunting her and outwardly attacking her so it is hard to bury it when it keeps slapping you in the face, but... I had hoped there was going to be a bit of growth from Indiana and also some forward motion.
Destroyed was a fairly lackluster sequel that I hope will be redeemed in the last book.
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the_bibliophile_pile's review against another edition
dark
emotional
mysterious
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? Yes
5.0
Ummmm excuse me but what was that ending? It’s past midnight and I have a huge day tomorrow but I am genuinely considering pulling an all nighter and starting the next one immediately.
gemmylou87's review against another edition
5.0
I am not OK. Ladies!!! That ending!! Now I understand why the second book is called Destroyed because that's exactly what it did to my calm, meditative state when reading!
I adored Tarnished so much and eagerly anticipated this book and was definitely not disappointed! It's dark, intriguing and full of hot scenes that will make it impossible not to love the writing from these two crazy-talented authors.
Dive into this series but prepare to be thrown from the cliffs, but they just make the anticipation for the next book all the better.
I adored Tarnished so much and eagerly anticipated this book and was definitely not disappointed! It's dark, intriguing and full of hot scenes that will make it impossible not to love the writing from these two crazy-talented authors.
Dive into this series but prepare to be thrown from the cliffs, but they just make the anticipation for the next book all the better.
bookfreak08's review against another edition
5.0
what the…
Oh my God! How could you leave us hanging like this? A brutal cliffhanger! Actually, a brutal two way cliffhanger. I was already all over the place with all the different emotions you guys were evoking in me about every single guy in the book, now I am even more confused and invested. I know I seem to be complaining a lot but I have to state that this is one of the best books I have read this year. I mean not just this, both Tarnished and Destroyed. They are brilliantly constructed and written and emotionally challenging. I just don’t know how I can stand to wait for the conclusion
Oh my God! How could you leave us hanging like this? A brutal cliffhanger! Actually, a brutal two way cliffhanger. I was already all over the place with all the different emotions you guys were evoking in me about every single guy in the book, now I am even more confused and invested. I know I seem to be complaining a lot but I have to state that this is one of the best books I have read this year. I mean not just this, both Tarnished and Destroyed. They are brilliantly constructed and written and emotionally challenging. I just don’t know how I can stand to wait for the conclusion
nycitybookworm's review against another edition
5.0
I am in love with Indiana and have been since book 1. She has a rough, rough past, but we see her start to try to make her life better. There are people from her past that keep popping up, as well as others that are trying to bring her down.
I love, love, LOVE the guys in this book! They're all different, and whether love interest or friend, they all fit so well with Indiana. Also, Jagger
I love, love, LOVE the guys in this book! They're all different, and whether love interest or friend, they all fit so well with Indiana. Also, Jagger
willowisp79's review against another edition
4.0
Once again my emotions have been pulled, stretched, torn, ripped and shredded throughout the book.
We begin with Indiana facing her days alone after the big bust up at the party. Jen is still away with the school trip. She has a lot to deal with at home, at school and even her mobile phone feels like it has a personal attacker that sneaks up on her text messages.
Maddox tho is lost without his Blue. After going thru a personal soul search , he and India talk everything thru. These two have such a strong, deep and sturdy connection its a joy to watch it strengthen over time. He even surprises her about how to go about things with Weston. And even Weston is surprised. We see the 2 males come to the agreement that Indianas happiness is the only thing that matters. Any awkwardness or uncomfortableness vanished quickly and they find that they actually get on!
But is it just going to be two? Indiana has feelings for Jagger, the bad boy gangster who loves his family and is always there for her. And Jameson is always on the sidelines somehow. Her feelings constantly blurring and changing dependent upon his behaviour. But there's no denying of the feelings there.
Brett is back. We even get chapters from his pov ranging from when he was younger. These were interesting to read and to see how his emotions ranged and how he reacts to his growing feelings to his little sister.
You find yourself holding your breath when he crosses paths with Indiana. Not knowing what he's going to do because he's capable of so much.
The twins are still being the ugly step Siblings - Presley being lecherous and gross, altho he faces a few comeuppances and potentially he's pushed India too far... Tinsley is another matter. Yes still the same name calling but with her relationship with "matthew" on the sidelines, India is more worried, and its looking like she has a reason to be....
Once again we have an "anonymous". He's kinda scary and making more moves and making plans to move on people around Indiana. The cliffhanger involves him and its left us really worrying! Well - I know I am!!!
I received a copy of the ebook in return for an honest review
We begin with Indiana facing her days alone after the big bust up at the party. Jen is still away with the school trip. She has a lot to deal with at home, at school and even her mobile phone feels like it has a personal attacker that sneaks up on her text messages.
Maddox tho is lost without his Blue. After going thru a personal soul search , he and India talk everything thru. These two have such a strong, deep and sturdy connection its a joy to watch it strengthen over time. He even surprises her about how to go about things with Weston. And even Weston is surprised. We see the 2 males come to the agreement that Indianas happiness is the only thing that matters. Any awkwardness or uncomfortableness vanished quickly and they find that they actually get on!
But is it just going to be two? Indiana has feelings for Jagger, the bad boy gangster who loves his family and is always there for her. And Jameson is always on the sidelines somehow. Her feelings constantly blurring and changing dependent upon his behaviour. But there's no denying of the feelings there.
Brett is back. We even get chapters from his pov ranging from when he was younger. These were interesting to read and to see how his emotions ranged and how he reacts to his growing feelings to his little sister.
You find yourself holding your breath when he crosses paths with Indiana. Not knowing what he's going to do because he's capable of so much.
The twins are still being the ugly step Siblings - Presley being lecherous and gross, altho he faces a few comeuppances and potentially he's pushed India too far... Tinsley is another matter. Yes still the same name calling but with her relationship with "matthew" on the sidelines, India is more worried, and its looking like she has a reason to be....
Once again we have an "anonymous". He's kinda scary and making more moves and making plans to move on people around Indiana. The cliffhanger involves him and its left us really worrying! Well - I know I am!!!
I received a copy of the ebook in return for an honest review
boundtopleasepa's review against another edition
5.0
holy crap
I honestly feel like I don’t have words. This story is incredible with its plot, character development, emotion, angst and everything in between. You can’t help but love the characters and story as if they are real people you are invested in. What is going to happen in book 3, I have no idea and I cannot wait to read it and get these characters a HEA that they SO desperately deserve.
I honestly feel like I don’t have words. This story is incredible with its plot, character development, emotion, angst and everything in between. You can’t help but love the characters and story as if they are real people you are invested in. What is going to happen in book 3, I have no idea and I cannot wait to read it and get these characters a HEA that they SO desperately deserve.
beccainabook's review against another edition
5.0
I received this ARC from the author and The Hatter Author Services in exchange for an honest review. I was so excited by the craziness of this plot, BUT OMG WHY DO I HAVE TO WAIT FOR THE NEXT BOOK FOR SO LONG!!!
This book was INSANE!
I loved the first installment of the first book and I really didn’t think that the story could NOT get any crazier, but it did and it was so much crazier than I could have ever imagined!
The MC just keeps growing on me more and more and I really appreciate how she does NOT take anyone’s crap and she fights for what she wants. The boys have also grown on me too and I just can’t wait for more time with them and to see where their relationship with Indiana really goes. At first, the only boy in the book that I was obsessed with was Otis because he was the amazing comic relief necessary to not cry my eyeballs out at the truly dark nature of the story. However, once all the boys got their heads out of their butts, I started to really enjoy them so much!
OMG AND THE STEAM IS JUST SO DAMN GOOOOOOOOD! HOLY MOLY GUACAMOLE! I can’t wait until the MC catches all her men because ooooooo will that just be SO GOOD!
I also LOVED the multiple perspectives that this installment gave us because if it was just told from Indiana's point of view, we definitely would have been a lot more confused. I also am sooooo interested in finding out who Anonymous is because it really doesn’t make any sense and I keep going back and forth on what their identity is. I just don’t think it’s as simple as I think it is.
OMG AND THAT ENDING JUST ABOUT KILLED ME.... Just I need the next book now please!
This book was INSANE!
I loved the first installment of the first book and I really didn’t think that the story could NOT get any crazier, but it did and it was so much crazier than I could have ever imagined!
The MC just keeps growing on me more and more and I really appreciate how she does NOT take anyone’s crap and she fights for what she wants. The boys have also grown on me too and I just can’t wait for more time with them and to see where their relationship with Indiana really goes. At first, the only boy in the book that I was obsessed with was Otis because he was the amazing comic relief necessary to not cry my eyeballs out at the truly dark nature of the story. However, once all the boys got their heads out of their butts, I started to really enjoy them so much!
OMG AND THE STEAM IS JUST SO DAMN GOOOOOOOOD! HOLY MOLY GUACAMOLE! I can’t wait until the MC catches all her men because ooooooo will that just be SO GOOD!
I also LOVED the multiple perspectives that this installment gave us because if it was just told from Indiana's point of view, we definitely would have been a lot more confused. I also am sooooo interested in finding out who Anonymous is because it really doesn’t make any sense and I keep going back and forth on what their identity is. I just don’t think it’s as simple as I think it is.
OMG AND THAT ENDING JUST ABOUT KILLED ME.... Just I need the next book now please!
pritenpink2's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
tense
slow-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
3.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Violence, Sexual content, Pedophilia, Physical abuse, Rape, Emotional abuse, Panic attacks/disorders, and Self harm
Moderate: Blood and Death
Minor: Death of parent, Drug use, and Cancer
jreadsdarkromance's review against another edition
5.0
I have been waiting to get my grabby hands on this one since the end of Tarnished. I am in love with Indiana and have been since book 1. She has a rough, rough past, but we see her start to try to make her life better. There are people from her past that keep popping up, as well as others that are trying to bring her down.
I love, love, LOVE the guys in this book! They're all different, and whether love interest or friend, they all fit so well with Indiana. Also, Jagger
I love, love, LOVE the guys in this book! They're all different, and whether love interest or friend, they all fit so well with Indiana. Also, Jagger