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emotional
hopeful
sad
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
The emotions this book will make you feel!!
I instantly fell in love with the characters and the plot had me in pieces. The spice is right out the gate and is recommended as an 18+ book.
It has all the loved tropes like small town romance, second chance, childhood sweethearts, possessive MMC.
The dual POV keeps the pace moving and gives you an insight in to both main characters turmoil.
This is the first in a series and I cannot wait to read more!
I instantly fell in love with the characters and the plot had me in pieces. The spice is right out the gate and is recommended as an 18+ book.
It has all the loved tropes like small town romance, second chance, childhood sweethearts, possessive MMC.
The dual POV keeps the pace moving and gives you an insight in to both main characters turmoil.
This is the first in a series and I cannot wait to read more!
dark
emotional
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
I had been waiting for this book after Bound by Deception ended on such a big cliffhanger and let me tell you, it did not disappoint! I don't know how she does it but Stephanie Amaral manages to pull every emotion out of you. Her writing makes you care so deeply about the characters and become so invested in the Mafia world they live in. Be prepared for a rollercoaster of emotions.
Thank you to the author for this ARC.
Thank you to the author for this ARC.
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
I was not expecting that!!
This is a gothic, dark academia with magic. It's dark and mysterious keeping you guessing what will happen next. There is an element of enemies to lovers and slow burn romance where you don't fully trust either side. Told in dual POV you get to see their inner thoughts.
This ends on a cliffhanger and I am itching to get my hands on the next installment.
Please ensure you read the trigger warnings before reading.
Thank you to Random house publishing and NetGalley for this ARC. This is my honest review.
This is a gothic, dark academia with magic. It's dark and mysterious keeping you guessing what will happen next. There is an element of enemies to lovers and slow burn romance where you don't fully trust either side. Told in dual POV you get to see their inner thoughts.
This ends on a cliffhanger and I am itching to get my hands on the next installment.
Please ensure you read the trigger warnings before reading.
Thank you to Random house publishing and NetGalley for this ARC. This is my honest review.
emotional
hopeful
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
I'm not usually a fan of the 'brothers best friend' trope, but this actually had me hooked.
This second chance romance had me rooting for the main characters, consequences be damned! Their chemistry is undeniable.
I loved how the story bounced between the past and present, gradually revealing bits of their backstory, allowing me to fully understand their relationship.
The side characters are entertaining and leave you wanting to know more about their stories.
This was a quick, enjoyable read.
This second chance romance had me rooting for the main characters, consequences be damned! Their chemistry is undeniable.
I loved how the story bounced between the past and present, gradually revealing bits of their backstory, allowing me to fully understand their relationship.
The side characters are entertaining and leave you wanting to know more about their stories.
This was a quick, enjoyable read.
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
I went into this blind, I had no idea what to expect.
This was dark, twisted, passionate and totally unexpected.
⚠️ As always, read the trigger warnings! ⚠️
As with all HD Carlton's books, I am obsessed! I had no idea which way the story was going to go and I was on the edge of my seat the whole time.
A dark romance with a bit of thriller mixed in, absolutely perfect.
This was dark, twisted, passionate and totally unexpected.
⚠️ As always, read the trigger warnings! ⚠️
As with all HD Carlton's books, I am obsessed! I had no idea which way the story was going to go and I was on the edge of my seat the whole time.
A dark romance with a bit of thriller mixed in, absolutely perfect.
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
The story starts with an internal monologue from Harriet, who is lying in a pool of her own blood, trying to work out who could be responsible for her murder.
We follow her main suspects and go over their actions from the day leading up to the murder. Following each character closely you feel like a fly on the wall watching their every move and unraveling each motive.
I found it fast paced and suspenseful. Each character account built on the story, interconnecting at parts, and the twists kept me hooked.
Another great book by Nicola Moriarty.
Thank you to netgalley and penguin random house for this ARC.
We follow her main suspects and go over their actions from the day leading up to the murder. Following each character closely you feel like a fly on the wall watching their every move and unraveling each motive.
I found it fast paced and suspenseful. Each character account built on the story, interconnecting at parts, and the twists kept me hooked.
Another great book by Nicola Moriarty.
Thank you to netgalley and penguin random house for this ARC.
adventurous
hopeful
lighthearted
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Freida always makes you question reality and throws in twists you never see coming.
I will say, I found the characters quite unlikeable, but the plot was enjoyable and I didn't know which way it was going to go.
It was a quick enjoyable read that kept me on my toes while reading it.
I will say, I found the characters quite unlikeable, but the plot was enjoyable and I didn't know which way it was going to go.
It was a quick enjoyable read that kept me on my toes while reading it.
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
I love the twisted tales series. This is a great twist on Nightmare Before Christmas. Sally longs for adventure and instead of Jack finding Christmas Town like in the movie, it is Sally.
I love the building of Sally and Jacks friendship and that Zero is included in the adventure as well. The writing matched the style of the film so it was easy to picture the story.
Thank you to Igloo books for this arc
I love the building of Sally and Jacks friendship and that Zero is included in the adventure as well. The writing matched the style of the film so it was easy to picture the story.
Thank you to Igloo books for this arc
adventurous
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
Content Warnings
Graphic: Mental illness, Kidnapping, Murder
Moderate: Stalking