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Showing posts with label torn. Show all posts

Wednesday, October 21, 2020

 BOOK REVIEW: Sicko by Amo Jones


(Standalone Dark Romance)
Author: Amo Jones
Published: September 1st, 2020
Source: GR


He was my foster brother.
He swore to protect me.
He failed.
They all failed.
I’m an open box of passé photographs, snapped in chaste daylight, but filtered in sepia. I’m the past that he tried to forget, and he was the future I needed. When he left six years ago, I screamed for him every night. But then it all stopped. My screams were suddenly muffled by cruelty, and further coaxed by pain.
But he has come back. He’s not the cute big brother I had a furtive crush on, or the bad boy, rich brat that I hated to love.
He’s the ruthless vice president of Wolf Pack MC, and he doesn’t answer to Royce Kane anymore.
He answers to Sicko.

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We fight a lot, but we love hard and when it comes to him and me, one cannot exist without the other.

This book has a lot of shocking plot twist and revelations , however I kinda anticipate those while im halfway through the book, still I'm awe how the events intricate and woven masterfully. I'd say the execution style was encore. The slow building of plot line, unyielding characterization, the mystery that ponders around the story. A combo of action-packed and dirty sex scenes, an all around wild ride.

Her and I, it was inevitable. Bound to happen, it was just a matter of when time matched fate.

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 BOOK REVIEW: Ecstasy by K.V. Rose


(Standalone NA Contemporary Romance)
Author: K.V. Rose
Published: April 20th, 2020
Source: GR


Zara.
Eli.
Alex.


Three students at Caven U who are all really, really f*cking tired of life.

Zara has a substance problem. Eli is a star athlete with a secret. And Alex? He’s just a f*cking a**hole.

Their paths collide one night at a party that quickly spirals out of control. A series of volatile moments follow, enveloping the three of them in a whirlwind of drama, drugs, and destruction.

Zara feels like she’s slipping under, losing her grip on reality. And if she isn’t careful, one of the boys just might pull her all the way down.

But the thing about almost dying at the hands of someone you hate?

In the moment before you take your last breath, the fear can feel a lot like...ecstasy.

And that’s a high you only get once in a lifetime.

Dark romance, suitable for 18+.

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Title: ECSTASY
Author: KV Rose
Series: Standalone
Characters: Alex, Zara and Eli

Authors note⬇️
This is not a relationship guide.
This is not a recovery manual.
This is not a handbook on mental health.
This is a dark romance that holds a special place in my heart.

Holy shit! I'd devoured this book in one sitting, I'm so invested with the story, you will love to hate vice versa the characters in this book, and every pages is worthy of time. Whilst I'm reading this I really don't have a singular idea where will the story go through, I'm on the edge. This is very dark and twisted especially the last 80% of the book wherein the shit hits the fan, shocking plot twist. And I genuinely suggest please go in blind to fully enjoy the book and promise this book will take you in a one hell of a ride. 💯💕

"What’s real? Which one is real? The psychopath? The asshole? Neither of them? Am I fucking real?

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 BOOK REVIEW: Even When I'm Gone by Nicole Fiorina


(Stay With Me 2) 
Author: Nicole Fiorina
Published: October 29th, 2019
Source: GR

The second book in a heart-consuming series.

Ollie.
Forget everything you thought you knew. Hell, I don't even know myself anymore. For seven months I've been gone only to come back to be tested in every way possible. They say keep your enemies close, and my demons welcomed me back with open arms. My downfall is a necessary evil. But Mia is my endgame.

Mia.
Seven months ago, Ollie surrendered to the darkness, abandoning me in the process. He stripped me of my walls only to leave me defenseless. Now he's back, along with fresh new faces and obstacles standing in our way. He says trust no one. Not even him. How am I supposed to be strong for us both when I'm losing my grip?

"Just stay with me, Mia."
"Even when you're gone?"
"Especially when I'm gone.".

REVIEW


I’m not so sure what’s more terrifying,
the violent storm inside my head
or the silence.”
—Oliver Masters

The only reason why I'm giving this a 4 instead of 5 ☆ because of how Ollie's evil side played in this. Don't get me wrong the book is great, and enjoy every second of it, and I understand its for unravelling the story and character development, still I had a bit of withdrawal from Oliver's characterization in book 1 and how his persona drastically change. But I'm glad he redeemed himself and get his head out of his arse now. One thing I noticed though, in some instances whenever the author written a sequel it tends to be inconsistent, but thats not the case of this book, in terms of plot and character development its prominent, its still written poetically and beautifully. This book tests Mia and Oliver's deathifying, all consuming, timeless & unselfish love ♡.

And Ethan fuck, I did not see that one coming.

He was both the hero and villain in our love story, saving me only to ruin me.

Kiss her crazy and
love her insane.”
—Oliver Masters 

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 BOOK REVIEW: Stay With Me by Nicole Fiorina


(Stay With Me 1)
Author: Nicole Fiorina
Published: August 21st, 2019
Source: GR


In a desperate final attempt to save nineteen-year-old Mia from herself, she gets transferred to Dolor University, a reformatory college in the UK that housed deranged and dangerous young adults who viewed the private institution as their own personal playground. Mia didn’t care. She needed feelings to care. She’d keep her head down, ignore everyone, and make it through the next two years effortlessly.

Though Mia never anticipated Ollie Masters.

With green eyes, tattoos, and the voice of a poet, she is quickly drawn to him. But because of her sociopath tendencies, she knows it could only end in one of two ways. Either he will be the one to free her from her past, or she will be the one to destroy him.

REVIEW

“You stood before me, a memory,
but I was a stranger in your eyes.
Did you forget to remember
or remember to forget?”
—Oliver Masters

No way this is Nicole debut novel because this is a masterpiece. It wrecks and consumed me. Every words is poetic, tragic and beautifully written. Mia and Ollie's no bound all consuming deeper love takes me to the rabbit hole and I mean it in a good way. I can't get enough of their story. I'm devastated.

When I wore my venom on my sleeve, he wore his emotions.

But, I don’t believe in love,” I whispered.
“Then believe in me.” Ollie grinned. “Believe in us.”

Ice and fire. Winter and summer. Ollie and Mia.

“Close your eyes, Mia.” 

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Tuesday, October 20, 2020

 Trouble In Hell by Alex Grayson


(Hell Night 1)
Author: Alex Grayson
Released Date: October 18th, 2018
Source: GR


Book one in Alex Grayson's brand new romantic suspense series, Hell Night.... Welcome to Malus.

Trouble and his brothers escaped from Malus, Texas as kids. In the dead of night, they left behind a hell so hideous, it made national news.

Years later, they returned to make the place that was once their living nightmare, a safe place for those who have suffered just as they have.

When Remi comes to town, heavily pregnant and in desperate need of help, as the town's only doctor, Trouble reluctantly offers his services. Little did he know the strong attraction he would feel for the woman. He fights it, tries to push it to the side, but it only grows stronger, nearly consuming him.

Love is not something Trouble can afford to feel. Not when he still has vengeance in his blood and the need to punish those of his past. Not when he knows Remi would never be able to see past the merciless actions he must carry out.

Remi has no time for love either, no matter how much her heart yearns for Trouble. Not when danger is knocking on her door, demanding something she'll never be able to give.

Will the darkness in their pasts devour them, or will they find the beauty that's just out of reach? In a town like Malus, anything is possible....

DISCLAIMER: Intended for readers 18 years and older due to mature content, abusive situations, and harsh language. May contain triggers for some readers. Please read with caution.

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 BOOK REVIEW: Torn - C.J. Fallowfield


(Standalone New Adult Romance)
Author: C.J. Fallowfield
Released Date: August 31st, 2016
Source: GR


Torn - One will break her trust - One will break her heart - One will kill for her.

"Blown away, floored and left speechless. Torn is a story of love, one that will toy with your heart and emotions - to the max. This one will chew you up and spit you out raw. True to its title, you will be torn, gutted and slayed. 5 'Best. I. Ever. Had.' Stars" - Read & Share Book Reviews.

When Sky’s parents moved from San Francisco to Boulder City in Nevada, she thought her life was over, until she met the Hudson boys. Two years older than her, tattooed bad boy Nate was confident, cocky, good looking, and a straight talker. He was the unattainable guy that all the girls wanted, but the one their fathers warned them to steer clear of. Josh had all of his brother’s looks, but he was the sweet charmer your mother would beg you to marry. Their cousin Billy lacked the brothers’ good looks, so relied on his quick wit to attract the girls.

When all three of them set their sights on Sky, they became competitive, and cracks in their close bond began to form.

Torn between her loyalty to all three, and feelings for one, Sky was faced with a dilemma.

When she made her decision, she had no idea that her choice would set them all on a path that would tear the group apart.

Torn is an Amazon erotic romance, and adult fiction, international bestseller. It's a standalone new adult erotic romance novel, which is heavy on the angst. A box of tissues is likely to be required.
 

REVIEW

"The things we do for love"

Your the love of my life and the girl of my dreams.
- Nate Hudson

For the love of God! I cried a bucket of tears reading this book. it just ripped my fuckin bloody heart! all the love, betrayal, sacrifices and forgiveness. it's all like one hell of a ride in roller coaster feelings for me as reader, and the bloody twist! phew! I'm flabbergasted, mentally tormented and emotionally heartbroken by how the story goes bet. the Hudson boys and Sky. it's absolutely break my fuckin heart. the tagline truly justify the story. and I was glad for Sky and Nate characters to achieved their ending, after all they certifiably deserves it.👍 And kudos for Ms. C.J. Fallowfield you're absolutely sublime and bloody spectacular for writing and delivering this such sensational story to us- your avid bloody readers! 💘 you're phenomenal! thanks and great job, Miss C.J! 😊

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 BOOK REVIEW: The Truth About Heartbreak by B. Celeste


(The Truth 1)
Author: B. Celeste
Released Date: June 3rd, 2019
Source: GR


Forbidden Romance - Check.
Cheating - Check.
Brother's Best Friend - Check.
Angst - Check.

BLURB

I fell in love with him when I was thirteen years old.

He was older, mysterious, and unattainable. The guy I could never touch.

Then one night changed everything for us. But there was one huge problem.

He belonged to her.

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This is the story of River and Everett. When River was 12 she was adopted into this family. This family has a son - Oliver. Ollie and Rhett are bestfriends.

The timeline started when River's 12 and Everett's 17 then from their we get to see how their friendship progresses and eventually turns into forbidden love.

We get to know the reason why he stays in a relationship and honestly I did not support his decisions, I mean ya it's about expectations but he's a grown up man who can decide what is right and wrong. But ya the dilemma was also the main plot of the story (just sayin)

“Our story is just beginning.”

No,” she whispers, fingers stroking what little hair rests on my chest. “It started ten years ago. I wouldn’t have it any other way.”

I'm excited for Ollie and Charlie's story ❤️

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RATING: ⭐⭐⭐⭐

 BOOK REVIEW: A Thousand Boy Kisses by Tillie Cole


(Standalone YA/NA Romance)
Author: Tillie Cole
Released Date: March 15th, 2016
Source: GR


One kiss lasts a moment. But a thousand kisses can last a lifetime. One boy. One girl. A bond that is forged in an instant and cherished for a decade. A bond that neither time nor distance can break. A bond that will last forever. Or so they believe.

When seventeen-year-old Rune Kristiansen returns from his native Norway to the sleepy town of Blossom Grove, Georgia, where he befriended Poppy Litchfield as a child, he has just one thing on his mind. Why did the girl who was one half of his soul, who promised to wait faithfully for his return, cut him off without a word of explanation? Rune's heart was broken two years ago when Poppy fell silent. When he discovers the truth, he finds that the greatest heartache is yet to come.

A stand-alone young adult tearjerker romance, recommended for ages fourteen and up.


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I don't know where to start 😭 and I'm run out of words for this incredible journey of love and heartache between Poppy and Rune. But I have 2 things to say though; first- I hate this book, y is that? Coz goddammit! While I'm reading, seems all I did is cry and cry and cry a lot till end resulting of my eyes became oh so puffy😢 secondly - I loved this, beyond no shadow of doubt, my heart breaks to witness how love can be so fierce, loyal and unbreakable that my heart bled for the stolen times and I utterly felt everything the words of love and strong emotions of the characters and the undeniable and unconditional love between the hero and heroine. Tillie Cole is such a spectacular and brilliant author and this book is absolutely the proof, a perfecto!👍

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 Underneath The Sycamore Tree by B. Celeste


(Standalone)
Author: B. Celeste
Released Date: November 1st, 2019
Source: GR


It happened in stages.⁣

My father left.⁣

My twin sister died of an incurable autoimmune disease.⁣

My mother started breaking down.⁣

Then I was diagnosed with the very thing that took my other half from me.⁣

That was when I realized Mama’s eyes turned gold when she cried.⁣

So I moved in with my father and his new family—new wife, new son, new stepbrother.⁣

Kaiden Monroe made me feel normal.⁣

Hated. Cared for. Loathed. And … loved.⁣

Somewhere along the way, I’d found solace in the boy with brooding eyes.⁣

But everything happens in stages.⁣

And nothing good ever lasts.

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 BOOK REVIEW: Throttled by Lauren Asher


(Dirty Air 1)
Author: Lauren Asher
Released Date: January 9th, 2020
Source: GR


What happens when my brother's rival becomes my secret crush?

Noah Slade is a Formula 1 legend in the making.
Focused. Unapproachable. Ruthless on and off the track.
A man with walls higher than the Grand Canyon.
And my brother's new teammate.
I want more of the prince who disguises himself as the villain.
But while I crave a happy ending, he wants to destroy his.

Maya Alatorre is a forbidden temptation.
An ambitious post-grad I should stay far away from.
And chaos wrapped with a bow.
We're a ticking time bomb, about one wrong move away from exploding.
I want to trip the wire, detonating together in passion and pain.
Because in the end, all's fair in lust and war.

REVIEW

"Thou shall not bang your brother’s teammate."

Splendid debut novel!

This is a solid book for a debut, its well written has an interesting characters and coherent plot. I admit my knowledge regarding auto racing is minimal, and plot wise is heavy of that topic, yet it does not bore me or deter my enjoyment it actually grip my attention, as for the romance storyline I loved the slow building and execution albeit the story arc was a bit dragged for my taste. Regardless still a well done and I have a great time reading this book.

"Men like Noah are only built for wickedness." 

highly recommend!
RATING: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

 Cruel Prince by Ashley Jade


(Royal Hearts Academy 1)
Author: Ashley Jade
Released Date: August 20th, 2019
Source: GR


Welcome to their kingdom...

I never thought I'd step foot in Royal Manor again.
But four years later, here I am...back to finish my senior year at Royal Hearts Academy.

And forced to face Jace Covington.
My first friend. First crush. First kiss.
The one I left behind.

Only—he isn't the same boy I gave my heart to.

This new Jace is as cruel as he is gorgeous.
And he's determined to make my life a living hell.
Along with the rest of his glorified family and crew of tyrants.

They expect me to worship the ground they walk on like everyone else, but I'd rather eat dirt.

If Jace Covington wants me gone...he'll have to try harder.
Because I've never been the kind of girl to play by the rules.

WARNING: Royal Hearts Academy is a New Adult/High School series of standalones filled with drama, a touch of angst, and boys who are bad to the bone. And when I say bad, I mean they are assholes with a capital A. If you're looking for a safe, sweet romance, this series is NOT for you. At all! Please don't say you weren't warned.


WARNING: Royal Hearts Academy is a New Adult/High School series of standalones filled with drama, a touch of angst, and boys who are bad to the bone.
This series is recommended for mature readers due to graphic language and sexual content.

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 BOOK REVIEW: Bad Boy Blues by Saffron A. Kent


(Standalone Romance)
Author: Saffron A. Kent
Released Date: April 11th, 2019
Source: GR




Cleopatra Paige hates one thing in this world -- just one -- and his name is Zachariah Prince.

In grade school, he pulled at her pigtails. In middle school, he spread false rumors about her. And in high school, he ruined her prom.

She hates that his smirks are unfairly sexy. And she definitely loathes that his dark eyes seem to follow her everywhere. Sometimes, even in her dreams.

It doesn’t matter that he’s rich and popular or that he lives in a freaking mansion full of butlers and maids. He’s rude and arrogant, and she wants to stay as far away from him as possible.

But unfortunately for Cleo, she lives in the same freaking mansion as Zach.

Only he’s the prince and she’s the lowly maid who serves him.

#EnemiesToLovers #ZachAndCleo #AssholeAlpha #Angst #NewAdult

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Title: Bad Boy Blues
Author: Saffron A Kent
Genre: Contemporary Romance /HS Bully

"I realize what I feel for him is too intense, too passionate, too heartbreaking and sad to be called love.
Maybe it’s a tragedy.
Or maybe it’s the blues."

"I don’t love you with just my heart. Heart’s just an organ. It can be ripped away from the body, stomped on, squashed into a pulp. I don’t love you with all my heart. I love you with all my soul. You’re in the core of me. You’re in my fucking essence. And no one can take that away from me. Not even death.”

"She calls me a prince and herself, Cinderella.
I agree.
She’s my Cinderella. Except in our story, Cinderella saves the prince."

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 BOOK REVIEW: Medicine Man by Saffron A. Kent


(Standalone Forbidden Contemporary Romance)
Author: Saffron A. Kent
Released Date: September 27th, 2018
Source: GR



Willow Taylor lives in a castle with large walls and iron fences. But this is no ordinary castle. It’s called Heartstone Psychiatric Hospital and it houses forty other patients. It has nurses with mean faces and techs with permanent frowns.

It has a man, as well. A man who is cold and distant. Whose voice drips with authority. And whose piercing gray eyes hide secrets, and maybe linger on her face a second too long.

Willow isn’t supposed to look deep into those eyes. She isn’t supposed to try to read his tightly-leashed emotions. Neither is she supposed to touch herself at night, imagining his powerful voice and that cold but beautiful face.

No, Willow Taylor shouldn’t be attracted to Simon Blackwood at all.

Because she’s a patient and he’s her doctor. Her psychiatrist.

The medicine man.

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Okay i don't have suffice words for this incredibly amazing book, as always Saffron Kent is one of the brilliant author that i know. So i will be leaving you guys some of the epic lines in the book❤.

"Do you know why i love the rain? Because it reminds me of second chances, it makes me think that if this ugly world can be pure after a heavy shower, i can be pure too. I can get all the chances that i want". - Willow Audrey Taylor

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"Maybe i haven't said it yet because... what i feel for you is more than love. It's happiness, You make me happy Simon.

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"I know how difficult i can be. I know that, i know living with me, with someone like me won't be a picnic and i can't ask anyone to do that you know- like marry me and have babies with me because you never know if my babies are gonna come out like me or-"

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"I'm your snowflake."
"Fuck yes, you are."
"I love you. I love you so much, Simon."

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 BOOK REVIEW: Sicko by Amo Jones (Standalone Dark Romance) Author: Amo Jones Published: September 1st, 2020 Source:  GR He was my foster bro...