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A review by sungetch
Reckless Hearts by Jagger Cole
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
This stunning cover is a perfect introduction to the contents within "Reckless Hearts" by Jagger Cole - a gripping and emotionally raw tale of two damaged individuals who find solace in each other's darkness.
✨ "I came for revenge.
I got her instead.
And I wouldn't change that for the world." - Deimos Drakos ✨
Deimos Drakos is a gorgeous, intimidating, and highly strategic man, especially concerning Dahlia Roy. When he sets his sights on her, she becomes his new obsession.
Six years ago, on Halloween night, Dahlia found Deimos with blood on his hands and bodies at his feet. She flees from him in terror, but fate brings them together again when Dahlia befriends Callie, Deimos's sister, without knowing their connection. When Dahlia and Deimos reunite at Callie's 21st birthday celebration, their past wounds reopen, revealing an insatiable desire that only they can satisfy in each other.
The author does an excellent job of portraying the intensity and rawness of Dahlia and Deimos' connection while also delivering glimpses of tender moments that left me breathless. The book is well-written, and I really enjoyed reading the many suspenseful twists and turns they had to endure to reach their happy ending.
However, I was a bit disappointed with the revelation that while being apart for six years, Deimos had been secretly sabotaging any potential relationships Dahlia might have had while he was enjoying the company of other women. This surprised me as Jagger Cole's male protagonists are usually portrayed as possessive and fiercely loyal. Nonetheless, I still found "Reckless Hearts" a great read overall.
👥 Dual POV
📚 "Reckless Hearts" can be read as a standalone novel, but I recommend reading Stolen Hearts first, where we get our initial glimpse of Dahlia and Deimos.
⚠️ Content and Safety Spoilers: profanity, violence/death/injury, discussions of mental health/illness, explicit sex (dubcon, chase play), graphic depictions of childhood trauma including kidnapping and SA, grief, sexual harassment.
Once Dahlia and Deimos cross paths again at Callie's birthday party they only desire each other. No cheating. No sharing. Slight ow/om drama. Virgin h.
I received an advance review copy for free and am leaving this review voluntarily.
✨ "I came for revenge.
I got her instead.
And I wouldn't change that for the world." - Deimos Drakos ✨
Deimos Drakos is a gorgeous, intimidating, and highly strategic man, especially concerning Dahlia Roy. When he sets his sights on her, she becomes his new obsession.
Six years ago, on Halloween night, Dahlia found Deimos with blood on his hands and bodies at his feet. She flees from him in terror, but fate brings them together again when Dahlia befriends Callie, Deimos's sister, without knowing their connection. When Dahlia and Deimos reunite at Callie's 21st birthday celebration, their past wounds reopen, revealing an insatiable desire that only they can satisfy in each other.
The author does an excellent job of portraying the intensity and rawness of Dahlia and Deimos' connection while also delivering glimpses of tender moments that left me breathless. The book is well-written, and I really enjoyed reading the many suspenseful twists and turns they had to endure to reach their happy ending.
However, I was a bit disappointed with the revelation that while being apart for six years, Deimos had been secretly sabotaging any potential relationships Dahlia might have had while he was enjoying the company of other women. This surprised me as Jagger Cole's male protagonists are usually portrayed as possessive and fiercely loyal. Nonetheless, I still found "Reckless Hearts" a great read overall.
👥 Dual POV
📚 "Reckless Hearts" can be read as a standalone novel, but I recommend reading Stolen Hearts first, where we get our initial glimpse of Dahlia and Deimos.
⚠️ Content and Safety Spoilers: profanity, violence/death/injury, discussions of mental health/illness, explicit sex (dubcon, chase play), graphic depictions of childhood trauma including kidnapping and SA, grief, sexual harassment.
Once Dahlia and Deimos cross paths again at Callie's birthday party they only desire each other. No cheating. No sharing. Slight ow/om drama. Virgin h.
I received an advance review copy for free and am leaving this review voluntarily.