Reviews with content warning for Sexual content - No te escondo nada

Oof I’m not usually one to hate on a book, but I have never read a book that is as problematic as this one. I’d give it a negative rating if I could- it’s that bad. The relationship dynamic is horribly toxic between the two main characters and the author casually drops mentions of questionable consent throughout the book like that is a normal part of relationships. The only redeeming quality is the causally included LGBTQ characters but even then that’s only one of the LGBTQ couples in the book - the other is really relies on harmful outdated stereotypes. I only managed to finish this book because I was on a plane without WiFi and finished the other two books I had downloaded for my trip. This book isn’t worth anyone’s time unless you want to read something smutty and don’t mind an author describing sexual assault as if it’s romantic. 🙄

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dark tense medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Character
Strong character development? It's complicated
Loveable characters? It's complicated
Diverse cast of characters? No
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

2.5

Similar vibe to 50 Shades only darker emotionally and no BDSM.

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lovelymisanthrope's review against another edition

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dark emotional sad fast-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Character
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? It's complicated
Diverse cast of characters? No
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.5

After unknowingly reading the second book first in this series a few years ago, I finally have made the time to pick up the first book and see where this story began.
"Bared to You" is a darkish romance that follows Eva and Gideon. Eva has had a traumatic sexual past, but she tries to live everyday as fiercely independent as she can. When she meets Gideon, she instantly is attracted to him, but she knows her past may cause a rift between them. Gideon is a massively successful, obscenely wealthy, and all-around great looking guy. He thinks he does not have time for distractions, until he cannot get Eva off his mind.
Holy toxic, broken people. Eva and Gideon both have had a traumatic past and they both have hangups that make it difficult for them to be in a real committed relationship. However, one thing I really respect about them is that they try to work through their pasts so they can be open to each other and honest about why they are so extreme in their behavior with one another. Eva actively goes to therapy, and she continually is trying to be a better person, which is great to see represented in a book. Gideon is also supportive of Eva's seeking professional help, and open to attending therapy together, which is even better to see.
Both of these characters fall fast and hard for one another. I did think they became very serious very quickly, but I do not think I hated it..? I can see the raw emotion they have for one another, and their chemistry is absolutely undeniable. I normally like to see characters have a little more of a slow burn, but Gideon and Eva cannot seem to keep their hands off of each other.
The smut in this book is frequent and explicit, so if that is what you are looking for, look no farther. I also appreciated how consensual everything was in this book.
I will definitely be continuing in this series.

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dark mysterious medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Character
Strong character development? No
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? No
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.75

My first entirely 🌶️🌶️ book and wow that was something. Enjoyed the connection the characters have. Don't know if I'll be reaching for the next one anytime soon tho

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shannont's review against another edition

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dark emotional mysterious tense fast-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Character
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? No
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

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carrieonfighting's review against another edition

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dark emotional fast-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Character
Strong character development? No
Loveable characters? No
Diverse cast of characters? No
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

0.25

I picked this up because it was recommended by many as good erotica, and specifically the "good version of Fifty Shades of Grey"

Reader, I loathed this. I don't understand the hype at all. Gideon is no better than Christian Grey - he is an ugly shade of possessive, and stalks Eva, literally not understanding the problem with doing this.

The romance is laughable. I cannot name one attractive trait about Gideon other than being rich and good looking. When Eva announces she loves him halfway through the book, my jaw dropped - I didn't understand what she loved about him in the slightest. She constantly describes feeling a magnetic attraction to him, but that is not love!! I was frankly horrified.

Finally, the sex scenes were laughably written. So many references to "steel rods" and "clefts". At one point, an anus is referred to as "my sensitive rosette".

I'm honestly baffled by what appeals to the readers that love this book. Obviously it gets rave reviews and was an NYT best seller - what am I missing? Am I the problem? I only finished it out of morbid curiosity to see what was so appealing. Can safely say I regret it.

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fast-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Plot
Strong character development? No
Loveable characters? No
Diverse cast of characters? No
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.0

Fun but not well-written. Basically just 50 Shades again, but this time they’re both rich and troubled and she’s not a virgin. Also oh my god she drinks so much. 3 stars because it’s good for what it is.

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