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dark
funny
mysterious
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Complicated
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
adventurous
dark
emotional
funny
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Content Warnings
Graphic: Gore, Sexual content, Violence, Blood, Injury/Injury detail
adventurous
emotional
funny
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Violence
Minor: Bullying, Child abuse, Domestic abuse, Physical abuse, Death of parent, Murder
dark
funny
fast-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:
Yes
If you’re expecting a repeat of Josh and Aly’s story, think again. Caught Up is its own wild ride and I loved every second of it. Junior’s wrapped up in the Italian mob, Lauren’s a badass sexual content creator, and somehow their worlds collide in the best way.
There’s strong found family vibes (Lauren’s friends are amazing), and yes, there’s an animal sidekick because it wouldn’t be a Navessa Allen book without one. Walter the dog is huge, goofy, and completely lovable.
This one dives into rekindled love and explores kink with zero shame. It’s spicy (like, really spicy) but also full of heart and depth. The relationships feel real and well-developed.
Also, the audiobook? Absolutely worth it. Even if you have the physical book, do yourself a favor and listen to it too. The narration is chef’s kiss. And after that bonus sneak peek at the next book? Yeah... I need Book 3 right now.
Totally recommend this for a full-on immersive read and listen combo.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content, Violence
adventurous
challenging
dark
mysterious
medium-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
Content Warnings
Graphic: Gore, Sexual content, Violence, Blood, Murder, Injury/Injury detail
dark
funny
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content, Murder
dark
emotional
funny
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 book was fantastic in my opinion. The characters were fun and did have a lot of growth during the story. The family dynamic in Nick's family felt very real but not too dark. This story had darker themes than the first book but still left room for redemption for the characters. Josh wasn't "fixed" because of Allie, he still had his flaws on display but they were put to good use. Lauren and Nick's story was really good and they had actual adult conversations while going through their issues. I loved that Navessa Allen talked a lot about therapy and created characters to show a progressive side to sex work. I loved this book and cannot wait for the next one!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Violence, Blood
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
tense
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:
Yes
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Misogyny, Physical abuse, Toxic relationship, Violence, Injury/Injury detail
Minor: Vomit
adventurous
dark
funny
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
Minor: Violence, Blood
dark
emotional
funny
lighthearted
reflective
sad
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
Content Warnings
Graphic: Bullying, Cursing, Sexual content, Violence, Stalking, Death of parent, Murder, Alcohol