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hariboreads's review
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
tense
medium-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
Check the TW and don’t take them lightly. Book 2 has equal parts depraved darkness and delicious depravity. The plot is amazing, and while at sometimes it’s a struggle to get through the horrors Ivy is put through, it’s worth the heartache. Oh and the spice between her and her men is top notch
Content Warnings
Graphic: Body horror, Confinement, Death, Drug abuse, Drug use, Misogyny, Physical abuse, Rape, Sexual assault, Sexual content, Sexual violence, Torture, Violence, Blood, Suicide attempt, Murder, and Injury/Injury detail
Moderate: Addiction, Emotional abuse, Gun violence, and Toxic relationship
booksbystarlightandshadows's review
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
5.0
I couldn't give this anything less than 5 stars as it completely and utterly engaged me from the start. This has suspense, spice and is a total emotional rollercoaster. Oh Ivy; her journey in this book just crushed me. Trigger warnings; you will need to check them as the first section of this is very dark and on page and I don't say that lightly. It is brutal - when you think it can't get worse; it does.
MMC wise, Niko is still the sweetest and Cam continues to be bottom of the pile for me; I am looking forward to his grovelling as he comes to terms with how wrong he is. I have never been more frustrated with someone being stubborn! Trey however, has completely won me over from his previous apathetic stance in book one and shows the most growth in my opinion; he is the absolute star of the show for me in this book (although Frankie is still the MVP). Caleb still has my heart as he is truly stuck in the middle of this and every time his yellow car is mentioned I get the fear for him!
I've already gone back for a re-read as I have so many theories rattling about and there were genuine twists in this that I didn't see coming. I love a revenge plot and am glad at how the board is being cleared so far!
My interpretation of the star system;
3 stars - I enjoyed it; would read the author again
4 stars - I really liked it; I am invested and definitely want more from this author/series
5 stars - I loved it; I engaged with this book completely and I have added all the authors works to my TBR!
MMC wise, Niko is still the sweetest and Cam continues to be bottom of the pile for me; I am looking forward to his grovelling as he comes to terms with how wrong he is. I have never been more frustrated with someone being stubborn! Trey however, has completely won me over from his previous apathetic stance in book one and shows the most growth in my opinion; he is the absolute star of the show for me in this book (although Frankie is still the MVP). Caleb still has my heart as he is truly stuck in the middle of this and every time his yellow car is mentioned I get the fear for him!
I've already gone back for a re-read as I have so many theories rattling about and there were genuine twists in this that I didn't see coming. I love a revenge plot and am glad at how the board is being cleared so far!
My interpretation of the star system;
3 stars - I enjoyed it; would read the author again
4 stars - I really liked it; I am invested and definitely want more from this author/series
5 stars - I loved it; I engaged with this book completely and I have added all the authors works to my TBR!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Rape and Sexual assault
newfriendjen's review
challenging
dark
emotional
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
5.0
This series has been living in my mind rent free since the first book released in May. I needed to know what happened with these characters and book two did not disappoint!
Just a reminder that this book is DARK. It has some very heavy triggers so be sure to check them before you start reading.
I LOVE THIS BOOK SO MUCH. It was perfect. The way the characters handled the video being released at the end of book one really showed just how much things were going to change for the group going forward. Then when they realized where Ivy was and what she'd endured- it was like a flip switched. I can't wait to see how Ivy handles everything from here on out and to find out more about that cliffhanger!
Cam- I admit I wanted to read into the story and give him a not-so-loving-slap upside the head way too many times. The man embodies the word obstinate. Niko had such a difficult journey in this book. He was already my favorite in book one and that continued in this part. He has such a precarious line to balance himself on so that he can reach his own goals while keeping his family safe. I feel for his struggles. Trey really took on a different role. Book one Trey was more indifferent, but now- if you like a quiet, nerdy psycho you will love him! Caleb is stuck with few choices because of the world he was born into and I hope we get to see more of him in book three.
Just a reminder that this book is DARK. It has some very heavy triggers so be sure to check them before you start reading.
I LOVE THIS BOOK SO MUCH. It was perfect. The way the characters handled the video being released at the end of book one really showed just how much things were going to change for the group going forward. Then when they realized where Ivy was and what she'd endured- it was like a flip switched. I can't wait to see how Ivy handles everything from here on out and to find out more about that cliffhanger!
Cam- I admit I wanted to read into the story and give him a not-so-loving-slap upside the head way too many times. The man embodies the word obstinate. Niko had such a difficult journey in this book. He was already my favorite in book one and that continued in this part. He has such a precarious line to balance himself on so that he can reach his own goals while keeping his family safe. I feel for his struggles. Trey really took on a different role. Book one Trey was more indifferent, but now- if you like a quiet, nerdy psycho you will love him! Caleb is stuck with few choices because of the world he was born into and I hope we get to see more of him in book three.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Suicidal thoughts and Suicide attempt
Moderate: Drug abuse, Emotional abuse, Gun violence, Panic attacks/disorders, Physical abuse, Rape, Torture, Blood, Trafficking, and Kidnapping
Minor: Pedophilia
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