Reviews tagging 'Toxic relationship'

Twisted Love by Ana Huang

236 reviews

lizzysk555's review against another edition

dark 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

4.0

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Violence, Kidnapping, Murder, Sexual content, Child abuse, and Panic attacks/disorders

Moderate: Death of parent, Death, Gaslighting, Grief, Toxic relationship, Stalking, Child death, and Drug use

Minor: Suicide and Alcohol

jonahgerst's review against another edition

dark mysterious relaxing sad tense fast-paced

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

2.75

Ana Huang's "Twisted Love" is a contemporary romance that captures attention with its emotional intensity but falls short in key areas, particularly in character development and believability.

The story revolves around Alex Volkov, a tormented and controlling man, and Ava Chen, his warm-hearted neighbor. As they navigate a tumultuous relationship, the book delves into themes of love and redemption.

While the chemistry between Alex and Ava is palpable, Alex’s behavior is often manipulative and off-putting. Despite his tragic backstory, his actions make it hard to root for him, and his redemption feels unearned. Ava’s forgiving nature can come across as unrealistic and frustrating, leading to an imbalanced dynamic.

The book is engaging and well-paced, but the resolution feels rushed and unsatisfying.

Alex’s happy ending seems undeserved, undermining the story's impact

. "Twisted Love" may appeal to those who enjoy intense romances, but its flawed protagonist and unrealistic resolution make it a less compelling read overall. 

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Stalking, Toxic relationship, Violence, Mental illness, and Sexual content

Moderate: Death of parent

Minor: Kidnapping

jessicaschick's review against another edition

dark tense fast-paced

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

2.0

I was liking this book until the last 1/3 or so? It was feeling predictable but not too bad.

the whole thing with her dad being his enemy was kind of obvious imo, and i lost interest in the whole book so fast because the uncle being the killer felt like poor writing. When Alex started singing in the end I got such second hand embarrassment because wtf was that

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Murder, Kidnapping, Emotional abuse, Mental illness, Death of parent, Panic attacks/disorders, Child abuse, Death, Gaslighting, Grief, Sexual harassment, Stalking, Suicide, and Toxic relationship

jodellwri's review against another edition

dark emotional mysterious tense medium-paced

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

3.25

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Child abuse, Death, Death of parent, Violence, Murder, and Mental illness

Moderate: Panic attacks/disorders, Toxic relationship, and Gun violence

adphillips0108's review against another edition

dark emotional fast-paced

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

3.75

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Child abuse and Toxic relationship

Moderate: Death of parent and Panic attacks/disorders

Minor: Murder, Suicide, and Violence

katieg4's review against another edition

dark medium-paced

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

2.5

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Sexual content and Toxic relationship

Moderate: Emotional abuse, Gaslighting, and Murder

whateves99's review against another edition

adventurous challenging dark emotional mysterious fast-paced

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

4.5

Was a brilliant audiobook 

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Gun violence, Addiction, Cursing, Death, Sexual content, Murder, Blood, Grief, Injury/Injury detail, Panic attacks/disorders, Stalking, Violence, Child death, Physical abuse, Suicide, Toxic relationship, Death of parent, Fire/Fire injury, Gaslighting, and Gore

ladybeez's review against another edition

adventurous dark mysterious tense medium-paced

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

4.5

Toxic alpha-hole who spends an entire year groveling?? Sign me the fuck up.

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Violence, Murder, and Toxic relationship

spatterson7's review against another edition

dark mysterious tense medium-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

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Sexual content

Moderate: Abandonment, Death, Death of parent, Fire/Fire injury, Gaslighting, Grief, Cursing, Murder, Panic attacks/disorders, Gun violence, and Violence

Minor: Addiction, Blood, Child death, Alcohol, Suicide, Kidnapping, Injury/Injury detail, Stalking, and Toxic relationship

imsuchasimp's review against another edition

dark emotional funny sad 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

4.5

🌶️🌶️🌶️/5. Overall it was the right amount of spice, a not bad plot. I enjoyed the story. Trope: Brothers best friend. 

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Toxic relationship, Suicide, Gun violence, Death of parent, Death, Sexual assault, and Panic attacks/disorders