kstinson279's review against another edition
5.0
Love this series. Had to go back and re-read a little of the last book so I could place all the characters, but love the writing and story lines.
lovehollyxx's review against another edition
4.0
4.5 Stars
I'm beginning to think that it's impossible for Jay Crownover to release a book, and not completely take me over. With how much I've come to love this author's Marked Men series, I admittedly get a little nervous when starting a book in this new series, but Crownover works her magic every time, and leaves me desperate for more.
I was definitely excited to head back to The Point, and this time around get to know the king of bad, Race. He made some really (how many times will the following word appear in my review this time around?) bad choices in Bax and Dovie's book, so having the chance to get a more in-depth look at this man was something that I craved the minute I finished book #1.
In Better When He's Bold, I loved seeing Race walk right along the line of right and wrong; you never knew for sure which way he would take things, as he fought the internal battle of being a good guy who has to do bad things to not only survive, but to keep the real bad guys from destroying his "kingdom." I loved seeing the development of his relationship with his leading lady, Brysen. She was the perfect woman to stand by his side, and help him run The Point.
I loved the intrigue, the suspense, the storyline that had me on the edge of my seat, and kept me turning the pages. I loved the characters - Bax and Dovie!!!! - and how the author already has me greedy for Titus' book, which is coming up next. I loved that I hung on every word of this story, and never felt like any part of it was unnecessary. I devoured it all, and was once again left desperate for more.
I will never tire of delving heart first in to this author's work.
*ARC received in exchange for an honest review*
I'm beginning to think that it's impossible for Jay Crownover to release a book, and not completely take me over. With how much I've come to love this author's Marked Men series, I admittedly get a little nervous when starting a book in this new series, but Crownover works her magic every time, and leaves me desperate for more.
I was definitely excited to head back to The Point, and this time around get to know the king of bad, Race. He made some really (how many times will the following word appear in my review this time around?) bad choices in Bax and Dovie's book, so having the chance to get a more in-depth look at this man was something that I craved the minute I finished book #1.
In Better When He's Bold, I loved seeing Race walk right along the line of right and wrong; you never knew for sure which way he would take things, as he fought the internal battle of being a good guy who has to do bad things to not only survive, but to keep the real bad guys from destroying his "kingdom." I loved seeing the development of his relationship with his leading lady, Brysen. She was the perfect woman to stand by his side, and help him run The Point.
I loved the intrigue, the suspense, the storyline that had me on the edge of my seat, and kept me turning the pages. I loved the characters - Bax and Dovie!!!! - and how the author already has me greedy for Titus' book, which is coming up next. I loved that I hung on every word of this story, and never felt like any part of it was unnecessary. I devoured it all, and was once again left desperate for more.
I will never tire of delving heart first in to this author's work.
*ARC received in exchange for an honest review*
jaime_fiction_fangirl's review against another edition
4.0
I absolutely loved Better When He's Bad and I couldn't wait to dive into Race's book.
I wasn't sure I was going to end up liking Race in the same way that I loved Bax and, as it turns out, I didn't. I didn't hate him but I just didn't fall for his version of a bad boy.
That being said, I still really enjoyed the story and especially the writing. Jay did a great job of proving that good and bad aren't always black and white. That good people can do bad things and bad people can do good things. She has a way of writing these characters that are hard to put into any specific category. At points I thought that Race was a cocky bastard and that his ego was bigger than any problem The Point could bring him. Then there were the times he showed a softer side and you realized that maybe it wasn't his ego driving him, instead it was his need to be sure that the best of two evils is in control of The Point in order to protect his family and friends who were a part of it. Much like the first book though, this isn't a story of true love making a bad boy go good but rather a true look at life and the things people have to do to survive. That sometimes to make things better you have to be more than just bad, you have to be bold.
*I received an ARC from Edelweiss in exchange for an honest review
I wasn't sure I was going to end up liking Race in the same way that I loved Bax and, as it turns out, I didn't. I didn't hate him but I just didn't fall for his version of a bad boy.
That being said, I still really enjoyed the story and especially the writing. Jay did a great job of proving that good and bad aren't always black and white. That good people can do bad things and bad people can do good things. She has a way of writing these characters that are hard to put into any specific category. At points I thought that Race was a cocky bastard and that his ego was bigger than any problem The Point could bring him. Then there were the times he showed a softer side and you realized that maybe it wasn't his ego driving him, instead it was his need to be sure that the best of two evils is in control of The Point in order to protect his family and friends who were a part of it. Much like the first book though, this isn't a story of true love making a bad boy go good but rather a true look at life and the things people have to do to survive. That sometimes to make things better you have to be more than just bad, you have to be bold.
*I received an ARC from Edelweiss in exchange for an honest review
bookwormlala's review against another edition
3.0
Ok
All questions were not answered. One major plotline with Brysen was resolved, but not the HUGE one regarding who was messing with Nassir and Race's businesses. I hate that, hate that everything wasn't resolved. Other than that, the story was just ok. Brysen and Race were nowhere near as interesting as Dovie and Bax. Overall an ok, but kind if disappointing read.
All questions were not answered. One major plotline with Brysen was resolved, but not the HUGE one regarding who was messing with Nassir and Race's businesses. I hate that, hate that everything wasn't resolved. Other than that, the story was just ok. Brysen and Race were nowhere near as interesting as Dovie and Bax. Overall an ok, but kind if disappointing read.
_sylviareads_'s review against another edition
5.0
4,5 Very Bold Stars
“I love you, Brysen. You keep me me.”
“I love you, Race, whoever you have to be and who you are.”
I loved it!
Once again Jay Crownover created fabulous characters that were perfect for each other in this imperfect world.
Race and Brysen are characters that complement each other very well, even though seemingly they don't match.
Beautiful girl from a good family leading good life.
And a guy with a good soul, coming from a rich family, who decided to live in the darkness of the underworld.
But when he needed someone to reminding him who he is and what his goals was, there she was waiting for him and supporting his decisions even if she was afraid of them.
And when the effects of selfish decisions taken by her parents influence on her quiet normal life, there he was providing her protections.
Their relationship is very strong and passionate.
For me, this book was even better than the last one in this series. I think this is because the plot was connected with the events of the previous book, what made this even more interesting, sometimes surprising and even more addictive.
anovelglimpse's review against another edition
dark
medium-paced
- Loveable characters? Yes
3.5
I liked this book a lot. Race wasn't my favorite character from the first book, so it was nice to get to know him better. I loved Brycen. She was my favorite in this. I also liked the plot. It was a good listen.
kimmypete1's review against another edition
4.0
Definitely on the darker side of things, but I don’t mind that in books.