A review by moonlitsmut
Deliverance by Katelyn Taylor

emotional 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? N/A

5.0

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Deliverance by Katelyn Taylor is an extension of The Gallows Hill universe. If you followed Maggie Bartlett’s journey as Skyla’s loyal best friend in Deceit, Descent, and Demise, you’ll fall even deeper for her in this raw and beautifully painful story.

After the loss of her father, Maggie is thrust into a new family dynamic that includes Bridgette Benton. The same Bridgette who carried bitterness toward Skylar, fueled by her feelings for Asher. But Deliverance cracks her open in ways I never expected. Behind her sharp edges and bitterness, we uncover a story rooted in loneliness, abandonment, and a desperate need to be seen. Maggie’s bond with Bridgette unfolds in a society where their love is forbidden, forcing them to navigate secret moments filled with fear and aching tenderness.

Maggie is everything, she is genuine. Her humor, her doubts, her stubborn heart, it’s impossible not to connect with her. And Bridgette? She will absolutely wreck you. Especially in those late chapters when the weight of her past finally spills out.

Katelyn Taylor doesn’t shy away from the darker themes, so I definitely recommend checking the trigger warnings. But even with the heavy moments, Deliverance delivers a story of resilience, hope, and unexpected love. I highly recommend reading The Gallows Hill trilogy first to truly appreciate the layers and character crossovers woven into this story.

Thank you, Katelyn Taylor, for allowing me to experience Maggie and Bridgette’s story. It was everything πŸ’‹πŸ–€