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325 reviews
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
If you have a dark twisted and sick mind, that is… which indeed, I do.
Loved the pacing, the tension between Genevieve and Ronaldo, and that little Zade & Addie bonus blip at the end :)
Dark stalker romance, jam packed with triggers, steamy AF. 4⭐️//🌶️🌶️🌶️
Graphic: Addiction, Alcoholism, Cursing, Death, Domestic abuse, Emotional abuse, Gore, Gun violence, Infidelity, Mental illness, Physical abuse, Rape, Sexual assault, Sexual content, Toxic relationship, Violence, Blood, Stalking, Murder, Alcohol, and Injury/Injury detail
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
i loved the gothic elements and imagery, but this slow burn almost had me crashing out fr. as much as i loved it, it wasn’t grabbing me as much as i expected it to. i’ll definitely read the next one though, zevander is zaddy tier
Graphic: Alcoholism, Body horror, Child abuse, Cursing, Death, Drug use, Gore, Sexual assault, Sexual content, Torture, Violence, Blood, Death of parent, Murder, Alcohol, Injury/Injury detail, and Classism
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
These books are creeping their way into some of my favorites of all time. The world building and getting a look into the other planets and realms had me awestruck. There’s additionally some really intense character development throughout this journey, we see Mal and Maeve dive deeper into the villainous darkness as chaos ensues. The magic system is so intricate and interesting I simply couldn’t get enough.
There were multiple twists and turns I didn’t see coming, and hot damn am I already chomping at the bit for more. If you love villains, dark fantasy, shadow magic, banter, and world to completely immerse yourself in… this series is the answer.
6 gold stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️//🌶️🌶️.5
Graphic: Death, Gore, Sexual content, Violence, Blood, Death of parent, Murder, Fire/Fire injury, War, and Injury/Injury detail
3.75
Stealing over 200 famous pieces of art between 1995-2001, Finkle dives into Breitwiesser’s motives, methods, and complete obsession with stealing and coveting beautiful works from museums all over Europe.
I really enjoyed how fast paced and informative this book was, I listened on audio and it’s a great place to start for anyone wanting to add more non fiction to their palette. With first hand accounts and extensive research, I learned a lot and was engaged through every chapter.
3.75 ⭐️
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- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.75
was it an ugly sob for the last 50 pages? yes.
is noah riley the spitting image of what we want every man to be for us? also yes.
arianna was eating and leaving no crumbs in this man’s kitchen, quite literally.
my mom always taught me: the way they treat their mother is the way they will treat you….. noah riley sure checked that box now didn’t he????
themes:
love triangle,
finding self in first year of college,
he falls first, hard
dual POV
protective older brother & supportive best friends,
finding love after heartbreak,
college football romance
there were a couple plot twists that really worked for me. i also love that there were multiple side characters that i grew fond of and it wasn’t strictly focused on the MC’s. i loved the beach house to college setting, and i loved the slow burn and tension.
the dialogue did feel a bit choppy to me occasionally, and at times there was a more juvenile tone to the romance but overall i really enjoyed this one. I mean they’re young adults so it makes sense as to why there were juvenile moments but it warmed my heart to read a first true love story esque plot.
3.75⭐️/🌶️🌶️
Graphic: Cursing, Death, Miscarriage, Sexual content, Terminal illness, Blood, Vomit, Medical content, Grief, Car accident, Death of parent, Alcohol, and Injury/Injury detail
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
2.75
Graphic: Death, Gore, Sexual content, Violence, Blood, Murder, and Injury/Injury detail
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Graphic: Body horror, Bullying, Child death, Confinement, Cursing, Death, Gore, Gun violence, Physical abuse, Rape, Sexual assault, Sexual content, Sexual violence, Slavery, Suicidal thoughts, Torture, Violence, Blood, Medical content, Kidnapping, Grief, Medical trauma, Death of parent, Murder, Alcohol, War, Injury/Injury detail, and Classism
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.5
3.5🌟 rounded up// 🌶️🌶️🌶️
dark, naughty, & deranged. a quick one that i’m glad i crossed off my list before the end of 2024. love getting a look into side characters within the HA universe. I think I enjoyed this one and sibby’s story equally. love when he falls first & hard. trigger packed novella- not for everyone, i like it psychotic tho so idk
rounding up especially because of the extended epilogue 🫣🌹🥀😍
Graphic: Addiction, Alcoholism, Body horror, Child abuse, Confinement, Cursing, Death, Domestic abuse, Drug abuse, Drug use, Emotional abuse, Gore, Mental illness, Physical abuse, Rape, Sexual assault, Sexual content, Sexual violence, Torture, Violence, Blood, Medical content, Kidnapping, Death of parent, Murder, Abandonment, Alcohol, and Injury/Injury detail
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.75
Dark gothic romance jam packed with triggers. I enjoyed Lucian’s character arc and the way the mystery of the Blackthorne family unfolded. Did not expect that plot twist at the end either!
Forbidden Love,
Age Gap,
BDSM,
Breath & 🔪 Play,
Slow Burn with serious spice once it hits.
3.75⭐️/🌶️🌶️🌶️.
Graphic: Adult/minor relationship, Body horror, Child abuse, Child death, Confinement, Cursing, Death, Gore, Rape, Sexual assault, Sexual content, Sexual violence, Suicide, Torture, Violence, Forced institutionalization, Blood, Medical content, Dementia, Grief, Medical trauma, Suicide attempt, Death of parent, Murder, Abandonment, Alcohol, Injury/Injury detail, and Classism