A review by catnapsnbooks
Stripped From You by Marissa Carmel

4.0

I had already read Strip Me Bare(SMB) when I heard that M. Never was writing this prequel from Ryan's perspective. I am normally not a fan of reading prequels after books but this one intrigued me, and WOW and I glad I gave it a read 'cause OMG it was AMAZING!!

This book tells the tale of what happened to Ryan before you meet him in SMB and I think I just met my new book boyfriend. M. Never has created a character that is sweet, caring and thoughtful while also being sex on a stick. While I thought I knew Ryan's story after reading SMB the author brings to life the hardship and struggle that went on behind the scenes that led him to the decision to walk away. And OMG it is a heartbreaker all around, tissues maybe needed.

That said, there is light in Ryan's story. Alana obviously, Mac and other's along the way. I loved how the author balanced all of that in Stripped From You, that while Ryan had darkness in his life there was also moments of light.

Overall an amazing story that I would totally recommend. I think this prequel actually makes me like Strip Me Bare More too. Read the Stripped Duet, you wont be disappointed.