A review by meagle0615
Complicated Hearts by Ashley Jade

emotional tense fast-paced

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

4.0

Book 1 is an emotional, character-driven read that lays the foundation for what I can already tell is going to be an intense duet. At just over 200 pages, this book flies by, but not without giving us a deep dive into the lives of Asher, Breslin, and Landon.

Set three years before the events of book two, this first installment is all about getting to know these characters—not just as a trio but as individuals and in their one-on-one relationships. Through all three points of view, we get to see their motivations, their struggles, and the complicated dynamics that will no doubt explode in book two. I loved how much depth the author gave to each of them, making me feel fully invested in their journeys before they even come together in a bigger way.

I can already tell book two is going to be a rollercoaster, and I cannot wait to dive in!