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The Bad Boy Rule by Maren Moore
5.0

"I'll be her villain. I'm the big bad wolf, and the only thing I'm hungry for is the taste of sweet little Lennon."

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Oh boy, where do I start with this one.
This was a really beautiful book, diving into the life of controlling and abusive parents, and I really appreciate that it exists.
I absolutely adored everything about this book.

The insight to Saint's home life was really eye opening, while also evoking a sense of empathy towards Saint and why he is the way he is (closed off to literally anyone and everyone, and refuses to get close to them etc.)
I loved seeing both Lennon and Saint break down each others' walls; slowly but surely.

"She looks like a goddess. And I feel un-fucking-worthy."

Witnessing Saint's healing was beautiful, and I really loved every moment between these two MCs; while also seeing them both saving the other.

I felt that this one had perfect pacing; their relationship evolving at a steady, genuine pace.
The banter was perfect, the spice was perfect, the emotions were perfect.

This book was perfect; and I am going to need about 28 business months to get over Saint's mouth.

Thank you, Maren Moore and Valentine PR, for the opportunity to read this eARC!