anovelglimpse's review against another edition
dark
emotional
hopeful
sad
tense
fast-paced
- 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? It's complicated
5.0
Tied is a book that has been around for several years now, but it's one I hadn't heard about until Tanya mentioned it was one of her favorites in a TTT post a while back. I downloaded it and it sat on my Kindle for a while. I finally had a chance to read it, and I'm so glad I did.
Carian Cole's writing is emotionally addictive. I devoured this book. I couldn't have put it down if I wanted to. I was so invested in Holly and Tyler's story. It's a sweet romance filled with so much sadness. Neither of them has had it easy.
Holly was kidnapped and abused for years before she is found and saved by Tyler. Her story is gut wrenching and horrifying. It is sometimes hard to read about. She has so much healing and reconnecting to do. Tyler's life has been in upheaval for years after two devastating accidents changed his appearance and life. His freedom has been taken, but in a different way than Holly's. Tyler hides from those who might judge him and has imprisoned himself in doing so. Both Holly and Tyler have to find a way to move on from their trauma and live outside the shadows. It's hard and painful, but also beautiful. They way Holly and Tyler found solace and hope with each other was everything.
Holly and Tyler were not alone in this book. Family also has a big presence. Returning to her past life with her parents and siblings isn't as easy as Holly thought it would be. Everyone has a different idea of what is best for her. I loved seeing her reconnect with her brother and grandmother. Tyler is loosely connected to his brothers, sister, and mother, but holds them at a distance. The interactions he has with them are sometimes surprising but always greatly needed. There were so many complex dynamics and I loved how Cole wrote them.
I don't really know what else to say about Tied. It's a book that will stay on my mind for a long time. I'm very happy that Holly and Tyler got their HEA.
CW: kidnapping, child physical abuse, child sexual abuse, starvation, PTSD, previous alcohol and drug abuse
You can find this review and others like it at A Novel Glimpse .
Carian Cole's writing is emotionally addictive. I devoured this book. I couldn't have put it down if I wanted to. I was so invested in Holly and Tyler's story. It's a sweet romance filled with so much sadness. Neither of them has had it easy.
Holly was kidnapped and abused for years before she is found and saved by Tyler. Her story is gut wrenching and horrifying. It is sometimes hard to read about. She has so much healing and reconnecting to do. Tyler's life has been in upheaval for years after two devastating accidents changed his appearance and life. His freedom has been taken, but in a different way than Holly's. Tyler hides from those who might judge him and has imprisoned himself in doing so. Both Holly and Tyler have to find a way to move on from their trauma and live outside the shadows. It's hard and painful, but also beautiful. They way Holly and Tyler found solace and hope with each other was everything.
Holly and Tyler were not alone in this book. Family also has a big presence. Returning to her past life with her parents and siblings isn't as easy as Holly thought it would be. Everyone has a different idea of what is best for her. I loved seeing her reconnect with her brother and grandmother. Tyler is loosely connected to his brothers, sister, and mother, but holds them at a distance. The interactions he has with them are sometimes surprising but always greatly needed. There were so many complex dynamics and I loved how Cole wrote them.
I don't really know what else to say about Tied. It's a book that will stay on my mind for a long time. I'm very happy that Holly and Tyler got their HEA.
CW: kidnapping, child physical abuse, child sexual abuse, starvation, PTSD, previous alcohol and drug abuse
You can find this review and others like it at A Novel Glimpse .
Content Warnings
Moderate: Drug abuse, Rape, Panic attacks/disorders, Violence, Kidnapping, Physical abuse, Murder, Sexual assault, Child abuse, Confinement, Addiction, Alcoholism, and Emotional abuse
Minor: Car accident
ariana_m's review against another edition
dark
emotional
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Holly and Tyler. Two damaged souls that helped each other healed and turned out to be soulmates. Their story was incredibly emotional but beautiful at the same time. They helped each other learn to love. One thing I will say is that her mom was sus af but other than that this story was perfect to me.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Drug abuse, Sexual assault, Sexual violence, Panic attacks/disorders, Alcoholism, Drug use, Emotional abuse, Injury/Injury detail, Physical abuse, Child abuse, Death, Fire/Fire injury, Murder, Pedophilia, and Rape
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