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A review by what_karla_reads
Torn (All Torn Up Book 1) by Carian Cole
challenging
emotional
hopeful
sad
tense
medium-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? No
4.0
4/5 stars
3/5 spice
Tropes:
Taboo/Forbidden romance
Age gap (15yrs)
Virgin FMC
Mutual pining
Secret relationship
Dual POV
Despite the taboo aspect of the story it was very sweet. I enjoyed the mutual pining and forbidden romance but I honestly wish the MCs were a bit older in the story. Just my personal preference. Overall, the storyline was good and full of tension. I will definitely read up on the other characters because I'm invested in this whole family now.
Thank you to Netgalley and Forever/Grand Central Publishing for the ARC. All thoughts and opinions are my own and offered voluntarily.
3/5 spice
Tropes:
Taboo/Forbidden romance
Age gap (15yrs)
Virgin FMC
Mutual pining
Secret relationship
Dual POV
Despite the taboo aspect of the story it was very sweet. I enjoyed the mutual pining and forbidden romance but I honestly wish the MCs were a bit older in the story. Just my personal preference. Overall, the storyline was good and full of tension. I will definitely read up on the other characters because I'm invested in this whole family now.
Thank you to Netgalley and Forever/Grand Central Publishing for the ARC. All thoughts and opinions are my own and offered voluntarily.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content