The design and UX isn't done, Rob and Abbie, okkurrrr! 😌
tguccione's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
Moderate: Body horror, Gore, Gun violence, Injury/Injury detail, Confinement, Murder, Stalking, Blood, Death, Grief, Kidnapping, Religious bigotry, Torture, Fire/Fire injury, Forced institutionalization, Suicidal thoughts, and Violence
Minor: Vomit and Car accident
shaipanda's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
I was tempted not to read cause I really hadn’t liked the first book in this series cause the FMC had really annoyed me off in the first one but I thought this was wayyy better
The plot is probably even darker than the first one and definitely be aware of what you’re getting into but I am glad I read this one!!
Graphic: Violence, Sexual content, Blood, Murder, Gore, and Death
Moderate: Mental illness, Forced institutionalization, Torture, Gaslighting, Kidnapping, Drug use, Grief, and Medical trauma
Minor: Death of parent, Stalking, Confinement, Suicidal thoughts, Vomit, and Toxic friendship
weelasswithabook's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
“You can be broken,” he said. “You’ll never be too broken for me. We can be monsters; you and I. We can be wretched, messy, strange things. If you’re afraid, then you can be afraid. When you lose your light, I’ll still come back for you in the dark. You’re not alone.” He kissed my forehead. “You’ll never be alone again.”
⭐ Dark romance
⭐ Paranormal romance
⭐ Horror erotic romance
🌈 Queer MCs
🌶️ CNC/Chasing
🌶️ Edgeplay
🌶️ Blood play
🌶️ Femdom
🌶️ Body modification (scarification and piercing)
🌶️ D/S switches
🌶️ Exhibitionism/voyeurism
This book was so good!!! Sequels are always a risk when the first book was a 5⭐ read, but this was a perfect follow up to Her Soul to Keep.
The story runs parallel to the events of HSTK, and gives us Zane and Juniper's perspectives while intersecting with elements of the story in HSTK so it was great to see some familiar faces in the mix. I was worried the parallel plot might become tiresome incase it was essentially the same story played out with different characters, but I was pleasantly surprised that we got a really unique story with the familiarity of the setting and plotline.
I loved Juniper's character in this book, shes such a determined and strong character who seems unafraid of anything from the outside, but fragile inside. Her character is coded as having PTSD from her previous experiences, and it was handled sensitively. Her panic attacks and flashbacks allowed us a glimpse into her previous experiences without having them play out before the story begins (although we did already have some insight from HSTK).
I know that the book specifically says in the intro that it's not to be used as a realistic depiction of BDSM, however, I felt that it properly explored how BDSM practices can aid in someone's healing, particularly in this situation where Juniper struggles with control and having her life taken away from her, she finds peace and comfort in giving her submission willingly. While it was definitely spicy, I think that those scenes really facilitated her development as a character and it was wonderful to see play out. The push and pull, and the fight for dominance between the two was 😘👌
As for the storyline, again, while it follows the same plotline, HSFR really offered a fresh perspective from Zane and Juniper as their own conflicts, relationship, and self contained plot was completely different to Leon and Rae. I really enjoyed the sarcasm and banter between the two of them and felt like they were genuinely what the other needed.
If dark romance, erotica, and horror are you're bag, I encourage to give this series a shot (please just check the TWs).
Graphic: Blood, Body horror, Cursing, Death, Gore, Grief, Gun violence, Injury/Injury detail, Mental illness, Murder, Panic attacks/disorders, Sexual content, and Violence
Moderate: Gaslighting, Drug use, and Forced institutionalization
Minor: Cannibalism, Confinement, Fire/Fire injury, and Vomit
kelsiejankowski's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Graphic: Cursing, Gun violence, Stalking, Blood, Murder, Grief, Torture, Confinement, Death, Gaslighting, Forced institutionalization, Gore, Injury/Injury detail, Sexual content, Body horror, and Violence
books_before_bed_'s review against another edition
5.0
Graphic: Blood, Bullying, Confinement, Death, Gore, Kidnapping, Murder, Sexual content, Torture, Violence, and Vomit
romancereader's review against another edition
Graphic: Alcohol, Blood, Body horror, Confinement, Violence, Torture, Physical abuse, Injury/Injury detail, Gun violence, Gore, Forced institutionalization, and Death
folkofthebook's review against another edition
4.0
Book is released October 30th, pick up a copy for the perfect Halloweenie read.
Spook on, fellow freaks!
Note: please read trigger warnings in info - additional: cult / religious cult
I received an ARC copy of this book in exchange for an honest review ♡
Graphic: Violence, Panic attacks/disorders, Drug use, Injury/Injury detail, Body horror, Cursing, Death, Alcohol, Blood, Gun violence, Murder, and Sexual content
Moderate: Stalking
Minor: Vomit, Fire/Fire injury, Confinement, and Death of parent