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emptzuu's review
The social commentary felt out of place and out of character for everyone. Morgan's behavior was never well-explored or explained. She’s terrified of Aristov but doesn’t flinch when Lorenzo does similar things? Her character lacks nuance, suggesting the author didn’t research trauma and its effects. Lorenzo was a bit better but still one-dimensional. The author kept telling, not showing. If he's a ruthless murderer, why does he keep talking about The Lion King and Capri Sun? These moments make the book feel like a parody of a dark romance than an actual dark romance. Breaking the fourth wall reinforces this perception.
This could have been a fantastic single book, instead the author added unnecessary scenes and details to stretch it out. The chapters about the little girl were especially unnecessary; they added nothing to the story. Some of the descriptions were repeated a lot, which got tiring. The book is full of stereotypes—from mafia to sex workers to villains. The plot twists were boring and predictable.
Graphic: Child abuse, Cursing, Death, Drug use, Emotional abuse, Mental illness, Misogyny, Rape, Sexual content, Suicidal thoughts, Toxic relationship, Violence, Stalking, and Murder
umamah's review
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.5
Graphic: Cursing, Gun violence, Physical abuse, Sexual content, Violence, Murder, and Alcohol
Moderate: Death, Domestic abuse, Gore, and Blood
Minor: Sexual violence, Suicidal thoughts, Toxic relationship, Trafficking, and Death of parent
ruthiedr89's review
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.75
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Drug use
Minor: Panic attacks/disorders, Physical abuse, Sexual content, Sexual violence, Suicidal thoughts, Torture, Toxic relationship, and Trafficking
ashleycmms's review
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Graphic: Child abuse, Gun violence, Sexual violence, Toxic relationship, Violence, and Kidnapping