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ltcreads40's review against another edition
4.0
Ronan.....
Ronan was so damaged from what happened in his childhood and what happened with him and Trace, he never thought he would find love again after Trace but he didn't have to look far for Seth. It took Ronan an extremely long time to come to grips with wanting and loving Seth but once he finally did it was magical. Seth was damaged from his past as well and the connection he felt with Ronan he thought was always one sided until Ronan finally confessed his love. This was a perfect book two in this series.
Ronan was so damaged from what happened in his childhood and what happened with him and Trace, he never thought he would find love again after Trace but he didn't have to look far for Seth. It took Ronan an extremely long time to come to grips with wanting and loving Seth but once he finally did it was magical. Seth was damaged from his past as well and the connection he felt with Ronan he thought was always one sided until Ronan finally confessed his love. This was a perfect book two in this series.
mrsreader's review against another edition
4.0
I loved Ronan and Seth they were amazing. Ronan needed and wasted Seth but he kept him at a distance and then when he had him pushed him away. It was a really good read. 4.5
sheznb's review against another edition
4.0
Seth lost everyone, his parents, his brother and when he lost his brother he lost the one person he loved, his brother’s fiancé Ronan.
Ronan hasn’t thought of Seth as his fiancés little brother since he felt the connection and chemistry more between them. But he couldn’t act on it. How would Seth look at him with love in his eyes after he learns the truth of that horrible night Trace died.
They both have their own struggles to deal with, but when Seth’s life is threatened, Ronan keeps his promise to protect him and keep him safe.
This story takes us on the journey of these two men rediscovering each other, getting over the past and falling in love.
It was beautiful, it was sad and there was so much love I could of burst with happiness ❤️❤️
Ronan hasn’t thought of Seth as his fiancés little brother since he felt the connection and chemistry more between them. But he couldn’t act on it. How would Seth look at him with love in his eyes after he learns the truth of that horrible night Trace died.
They both have their own struggles to deal with, but when Seth’s life is threatened, Ronan keeps his promise to protect him and keep him safe.
This story takes us on the journey of these two men rediscovering each other, getting over the past and falling in love.
It was beautiful, it was sad and there was so much love I could of burst with happiness ❤️❤️
danielletepool's review
emotional
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
3.0
lissa_bee's review
adventurous
dark
emotional
fast-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? It's complicated
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Hate crime, Rape, and Death of parent
Moderate: Panic attacks/disorders, Violence, and Grief
Minor: Drug abuse, Homophobia, and Suicidal thoughts
ki_cher_07's review against another edition
dark
emotional
hopeful
reflective
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
kaity_b's review
2.0
2 stars
the stars are only for Seth, i really liked his character but my god i HATED Ronan... he took the flip flopping of wanting to be together and not wanting to be together to the extreme that there were so many chances i was going to DNF but i pushed through for no other reason than to torture myself..
I know that Sloane Kennedy writes good books but this one was a massive miss for me. I am looking forward to Hawkes book though!
the stars are only for Seth, i really liked his character but my god i HATED Ronan... he took the flip flopping of wanting to be together and not wanting to be together to the extreme that there were so many chances i was going to DNF but i pushed through for no other reason than to torture myself..
I know that Sloane Kennedy writes good books but this one was a massive miss for me. I am looking forward to Hawkes book though!
eesh25's review
4.0
Ronan was engaged and very happy. He loved his fiance, Trace. Until a horrendous assault lead to Trace's death and left Ronan emotionally scarred. But the culprits were left unpunished despite the authorities knowing about them. Then a stranger helped Ronan get revenge, and he started an underground organisation that eliminates people who have committed horrible crimes but were not brought to justice.
That was six years ago and Ronan has pretty much closed himself off from emotional entanglements, even friendship. The only person connecting him to his past life is Trace's brother. Seth is 21 and he hasn't seen Ronan in three years, ever since Ronan found out that Seth was attracted to him. Of course, Ronan doesn't know it's much more than just attraction, and from the way Ronan left his life over a single, innocent kiss, he doesn't want to know. Nor does he seem interested.
Ronan comes back into Seth's life when he feels that someone might be trying to hurt Seth. Obviously, there are sparks and emotions flying all over the place. Both guys have been dealt some pretty bad hands in life but while Seth wants a chance at happiness with Ronan, Ronan is very closed off.
In fact, for most of the novel, he runs hot and cold all the time. One minute, he wants to be close to Seth, the other minute, he leaves. He won't open up to Seth, even though he knows that Seth would never try to hurt him. And I gotta say, Ronan's behavior frustrated me. I was firmly on Seth's side (even though there were technically no sides) because he's such a great guy and he's been through enough already. He doesn't deserve to be screwed with like this. But there was a moment that completely changed things for me.
Ronan always puts forth such a strong front that I didn't see how hurt he was. The things that happened to him and Trace were... there are no words. And it wasn't until that one moment that it made sense why he was hesitant, why he was afraid. I honestly felt so guilty for not understanding sooner.
But maybe that was the author's intention. Not the frustration and guilt part, but the shock and understanding that came with that moment. If it was, then it was done really well. This book does a great job of introducing two strong but vulnerable characters who are inexplicably linked because of how much they care for each other. It just takes them a while to find their way to understanding one another and realizing how much stronger they could be together.
M/M/M books aren't really my cup of tea so, to me, this was the start to the series. And it was a great start. Ronan is an important part of the series and this book established him very well. Definitely recommend reading this one. Though pay attention to the trigger warning before you do.
That was six years ago and Ronan has pretty much closed himself off from emotional entanglements, even friendship. The only person connecting him to his past life is Trace's brother. Seth is 21 and he hasn't seen Ronan in three years, ever since Ronan found out that Seth was attracted to him. Of course, Ronan doesn't know it's much more than just attraction, and from the way Ronan left his life over a single, innocent kiss, he doesn't want to know. Nor does he seem interested.
Ronan comes back into Seth's life when he feels that someone might be trying to hurt Seth. Obviously, there are sparks and emotions flying all over the place. Both guys have been dealt some pretty bad hands in life but while Seth wants a chance at happiness with Ronan, Ronan is very closed off.
In fact, for most of the novel, he runs hot and cold all the time. One minute, he wants to be close to Seth, the other minute, he leaves. He won't open up to Seth, even though he knows that Seth would never try to hurt him. And I gotta say, Ronan's behavior frustrated me. I was firmly on Seth's side (even though there were technically no sides) because he's such a great guy and he's been through enough already. He doesn't deserve to be screwed with like this. But there was a moment that completely changed things for me.
Ronan always puts forth such a strong front that I didn't see how hurt he was. The things that happened to him and Trace were... there are no words. And it wasn't until that one moment that it made sense why he was hesitant, why he was afraid. I honestly felt so guilty for not understanding sooner.
But maybe that was the author's intention. Not the frustration and guilt part, but the shock and understanding that came with that moment. If it was, then it was done really well. This book does a great job of introducing two strong but vulnerable characters who are inexplicably linked because of how much they care for each other. It just takes them a while to find their way to understanding one another and realizing how much stronger they could be together.
M/M/M books aren't really my cup of tea so, to me, this was the start to the series. And it was a great start. Ronan is an important part of the series and this book established him very well. Definitely recommend reading this one. Though pay attention to the trigger warning before you do.
casadilla12's review
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- 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
3.75