anjasfairylights's review against another edition
dark
emotional
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
I‘m really not that into morally grey characters. I really love Stella though, what an amazing protagonist.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Suicide, Gun violence, Torture, Blood, Vomit, Stalking, Violence, and Sexual content
leni11's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Murder, Dementia, Physical abuse, Sexual content, Stalking, Suicide, Gun violence, Violence, and Death of parent
Moderate: Alcohol, Kidnapping, and Pregnancy
booksbytheglass's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
reflective
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? It's complicated
5.0
this series has a chokehold over me & I will absolutely never be over it!!! I was beyond ready for stella and christian’s story, and it did not disappoint 👏🏼
christian is my favorite allusive morally grey character (and in my head he’s ben barnes okay 🥵)! I know he gets a lot of hate for being overprotective and literally willing to unalive people for looking at those he cares about the wrong way … BUT he has a heart of gold and he can do no wrong in my book
I’m whipped it’s fine
just like my queen stella!! she’s an inspiration, an icon, and she deserves to feel like the legend that she is! dealing with concepts of being an influencer, I loved that ideas such as creating fake content and “asking for it” just because your profile is public were a huge part of the plot. it’s important to treat everyone like a human being!!!
however, I think my favorite scenes were those with jules, ava, and bridget (and their boyfriends of course) ☺️ AND with dante and vivian! having already read KING OF WRATH, I appreciated how it all tied together but also set up the plot for those who haven’t read it yet!
the suspense wasn’t as intense or shocking as I would have liked, but it certainly kept my intrigue up for 500+ pages
ana huang has solidified herself as an auto buy author for me, and I need her to write more ASAP!!
rating: 5 stars
wine pairing: chile cabernet sauvignon
christian is my favorite allusive morally grey character (and in my head he’s ben barnes okay 🥵)! I know he gets a lot of hate for being overprotective and literally willing to unalive people for looking at those he cares about the wrong way … BUT he has a heart of gold and he can do no wrong in my book
I’m whipped it’s fine
just like my queen stella!! she’s an inspiration, an icon, and she deserves to feel like the legend that she is! dealing with concepts of being an influencer, I loved that ideas such as creating fake content and “asking for it” just because your profile is public were a huge part of the plot. it’s important to treat everyone like a human being!!!
however, I think my favorite scenes were those with jules, ava, and bridget (and their boyfriends of course) ☺️ AND with dante and vivian! having already read KING OF WRATH, I appreciated how it all tied together but also set up the plot for those who haven’t read it yet!
the suspense wasn’t as intense or shocking as I would have liked, but it certainly kept my intrigue up for 500+ pages
ana huang has solidified herself as an auto buy author for me, and I need her to write more ASAP!!
rating: 5 stars
wine pairing: chile cabernet sauvignon
Content Warnings
Graphic: Stalking, Kidnapping, Suicide, and Gun violence
Moderate: Dementia
cdori's review
challenging
dark
emotional
tense
medium-paced
- 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
4.25
Content Warnings
Graphic: Murder, Gun violence, Torture, Kidnapping, and Stalking
Moderate: Sexual content and Suicide
taliabasma's review
dark
relaxing
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
3.25
I liked both MCs more than I expected… until we neared the climax. Why oh why was the climax was it was?
Spoiler
nothing like a crazy stalker to make another one seem not so crazy? It’s like oh Christian only searched and knew everything about me for a year, the other guy wanted to kidnap and kill me so jk I love you Christian. Ironically, I think his year stint wouldn’t have been so bad if he’d like gotten therapy or something for it back then vs just ok imma stop now?
Content Warnings
Moderate: Death of parent, Murder, Stalking, Suicide, and Torture
hanreads__'s review against another edition
dark
emotional
mysterious
slow-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
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death of parent, Dementia, Stalking, Suicide, Injury/Injury detail, Kidnapping, Murder, Gun violence, Panic attacks/disorders, Pregnancy, Sexual content, Violence, Cursing, and Physical abuse
alexismil's review against another edition
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
5.0
First I would like to say that this book was perfect to end the series. It was so heartwarming to see all the characters from the previous books and of course characters from the book itself. It tied everything up in a excellent way! I literally don’t want the series to stop. These books consumed me and the characters were so lovable.
Ok moving onto the actual book. I’ve heard some complaints that this books characters take forever to get together. But personally I loved it. It was nice to see them both want each other but not want to react on it. The time it took for them together wasn’t just “passing” moments. The moments were real and raw and gave the characters to really learn about each other before getting in a relationship. They had conversations that most couples would have in a relationship and most likely fight about, but they had these conversations as friends. So it was almost easier for them to start an relationship. I loved the characters and the way they both are pinning for each other. They are really a perfect match. Stella is lovable and cute! I also love her aesthetic! Stella was a boss woman she was creating her brand and really diving into who she really is as a person, which I loved. Christian I loved him as well. I loved all the ways he bends his rules for Stella. Some of the different things he did were so sweet. It shows his vulnerable side. He is so tender when it comes to Stella, as much so that I want somebody to be like that to me! The only thing I wasn’t a huge fan of the fact he sort of stalk her, but I did love the fact he kept that ring. He barely even knew her and kept the ring because it reminded him of her. Ugh Christian is literally so head over heels in love with from the start and that’s why the book is worth the wait for them to be a couple.
Anyways, I want to read this book again for the first time! It’s definitely one of those books that after you read it you think about the different scenes again for awhile. This series is wonderful! I am not huge series reader, so they fact that I read all 4 books, and one of those books had over 500 pages, then this series is an AMAZING! I get intimidated by books with 500+ page. I give a round of applause to Ana Huang for writing such lovable characters and interesting plots!👏🏻💗
Ok moving onto the actual book. I’ve heard some complaints that this books characters take forever to get together. But personally I loved it. It was nice to see them both want each other but not want to react on it. The time it took for them together wasn’t just “passing” moments. The moments were real and raw and gave the characters to really learn about each other before getting in a relationship. They had conversations that most couples would have in a relationship and most likely fight about, but they had these conversations as friends. So it was almost easier for them to start an relationship. I loved the characters and the way they both are pinning for each other. They are really a perfect match. Stella is lovable and cute! I also love her aesthetic! Stella was a boss woman she was creating her brand and really diving into who she really is as a person, which I loved. Christian I loved him as well. I loved all the ways he bends his rules for Stella. Some of the different things he did were so sweet. It shows his vulnerable side. He is so tender when it comes to Stella, as much so that I want somebody to be like that to me! The only thing I wasn’t a huge fan of the fact he sort of stalk her, but I did love the fact he kept that ring. He barely even knew her and kept the ring because it reminded him of her. Ugh Christian is literally so head over heels in love with from the start and that’s why the book is worth the wait for them to be a couple.
Anyways, I want to read this book again for the first time! It’s definitely one of those books that after you read it you think about the different scenes again for awhile. This series is wonderful! I am not huge series reader, so they fact that I read all 4 books, and one of those books had over 500 pages, then this series is an AMAZING! I get intimidated by books with 500+ page. I give a round of applause to Ana Huang for writing such lovable characters and interesting plots!👏🏻💗
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content and Stalking
Moderate: Death of parent, Gun violence, Blood, Kidnapping, Murder, and Panic attacks/disorders
Minor: Grief, Abandonment, Dementia, Drug use, Pregnancy, and Suicide
hellowildflower's review against another edition
dark
emotional
funny
mysterious
sad
tense
fast-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
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content, Gun violence, Stalking, and Violence
Moderate: Dementia, Murder, Death of parent, Alcohol, and Death
Minor: Torture, Abandonment, Suicide, Pregnancy, Panic attacks/disorders, Vomit, and Sexual harassment
savvyrosereads's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Rating: 5/5 stars
Christian Harper is a dangerous and ruthless businessman, but when he enters into a fake dating arrangement with the woman he can’t get out of his head, Stella Alonso, he may turn out to have a soft heart after all…
If you’ve been following my Twisted series journey you know that I’ve been having so much fun reading these books, and I’m so sad that the series has now come to an end. Fortunately, it came to an end in the best way possible because I LOVED THIS BOOK.
Christian is absolute top-tier morally gray perfection in custom Brioni. I already loved him from his appearances in the prior books, but getting into his head and his heart was SO special and I love him so much. Was every choice he made “good” or “legal” or “remotely morally justifiable”? No. Would I marry him anyway? Yes. (It’ll be a beautiful wedding, we just need to get past the perkiness of him…not existing. *sigh*)
Stella is also a phenomenal leading woman—at one point she described herself as “vulnerable but not weak” and that resonated for the entire book because I thought it was the perfect descriptor. I also related heavily to many of her insecurities and anxieties, which made me love her all the more.
The plot of this one was also super entertaining—from the adorable cameos from the prior couples (all of whom brought their A-game to this book) to the action and mystery and tension of the stalking storyline.
In short, truly a home run in every way—this one will stick with me as a long-time favorite!
Recommended to anyone, but especially if you like: fake dating; forced proximity; touch her and you die
CW: Murder/violence/torture; loved one with Alzheimer’s; stalking; discussions of suicide
Christian Harper is a dangerous and ruthless businessman, but when he enters into a fake dating arrangement with the woman he can’t get out of his head, Stella Alonso, he may turn out to have a soft heart after all…
If you’ve been following my Twisted series journey you know that I’ve been having so much fun reading these books, and I’m so sad that the series has now come to an end. Fortunately, it came to an end in the best way possible because I LOVED THIS BOOK.
Christian is absolute top-tier morally gray perfection in custom Brioni. I already loved him from his appearances in the prior books, but getting into his head and his heart was SO special and I love him so much. Was every choice he made “good” or “legal” or “remotely morally justifiable”? No. Would I marry him anyway? Yes. (It’ll be a beautiful wedding, we just need to get past the perkiness of him…not existing. *sigh*)
Stella is also a phenomenal leading woman—at one point she described herself as “vulnerable but not weak” and that resonated for the entire book because I thought it was the perfect descriptor. I also related heavily to many of her insecurities and anxieties, which made me love her all the more.
The plot of this one was also super entertaining—from the adorable cameos from the prior couples (all of whom brought their A-game to this book) to the action and mystery and tension of the stalking storyline.
In short, truly a home run in every way—this one will stick with me as a long-time favorite!
Recommended to anyone, but especially if you like: fake dating; forced proximity; touch her and you die
CW: Murder/violence/torture; loved one with Alzheimer’s; stalking; discussions of suicide
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Death of parent, Panic attacks/disorders, Torture, Violence, Stalking, Dementia, Injury/Injury detail, Murder, Blood, and Suicide
meganashlee27's review against another edition
hopeful
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Stalking, Physical abuse, Cursing, Gun violence, Suicide, Blood, Kidnapping, Murder, Panic attacks/disorders, and Violence