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sarahisreadingsmut's review against another edition
dark
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
2.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child abuse, Rape, Sexual assault, Sexual content, Sexual violence, Slavery, Torture, Sexual harassment, and War
Moderate: Drug abuse, Drug use, Violence, and Trafficking
Minor: Addiction, Alcoholism, Death, Racial slurs, Racism, Blood, Alcohol, Colonisation, and Classism
fresholivebread's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
tense
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? Yes
4.5
A soldier rescues an aid worker in South Sudan and face a fight for their lives. Bastien is the kind of asshole, arrogant hero who hides a complicated, endearing and fiercely loyal side. Brie is a strong, resilient heroine, repenting her family's misdeeds (could do with less "woe is me"). Their hang-ups + dicey situations give rise to the push pull, but there's good sexual tension, and their camaderie add to their chemistry. They worked well together, and Bastian's protectiveness is sexy. 😂
Their heartfelt moments show depth to their feelings, giving strength to their romance. I liked that Bastian is 100% gone for Brie and readily admits that. And when they're on, they're *hot*. The conflict/secrecy didn't drag, and there's good effort at fixing things, though not without bumps. The HEA is lovely and satisfying. Action/suspense is exciting, and very well researched. CW:child trafficking, slavery, sexual assault, violence against women
Their heartfelt moments show depth to their feelings, giving strength to their romance. I liked that Bastian is 100% gone for Brie and readily admits that. And when they're on, they're *hot*. The conflict/secrecy didn't drag, and there's good effort at fixing things, though not without bumps. The HEA is lovely and satisfying. Action/suspense is exciting, and very well researched. CW:
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child abuse, Slavery, Violence, and Trafficking
Moderate: Addiction, Sexual assault, and Sexual violence