A review by kala_b_reviews
Red Thorns by Rina Kent

dark emotional funny mysterious sad tense fast-paced

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

3.5

I’m starting to really like Rina’s writing. I mean, I’ve come to expect the unexpected but I’ve also learned to want that in her books! This story is no different from her others. Bully romance with a side of mystery! And honestly, I’m starting to crave the mystery 😭

Timeline wise, this one picks up right before All the Lies duet. I was really excited to hear more about Naomi’s story and figure out if she really was gonna partner up with Sebastian or, if she had someone else she was going to be with! 

Based on her letters, I’m really starting to wonder if this person is good or bad. I’m worried and scared cuz, we haven’t even gotten to scratch the surface of that relationship quite yet. And now, we get to find out some other details due to the ending.

Side note, I did listen to the audiobook version of this story and will be listening to the next one right after this. However, I feel like I would be remiss if I didn’t mention just how disappointed I am that a VA of Asian decent did not narrate this book. With the rise of VAs, there’s no reason they could not have chosen one of Asian decent…especially when they had to act out the Japanese accent. Seriously gave me the ick TBH.