3.8 stars. I really loved this. The kink was hot as hell. The setting was so fun. I liked the side characters, and how they were subtly (and not so su3.8 stars. I really loved this. The kink was hot as hell. The setting was so fun. I liked the side characters, and how they were subtly (and not so subtly) pushing them together. I just feel like we didn’t get enough of the actual relationship. We got the beginning, and then skipped to the end goal with zero developmental middle.
4.6 stars. Holy fuck. I was not expecting this to be such an emotional read. I was expecting hot smut with little plot. Which was delivered. But it cam4.6 stars. Holy fuck. I was not expecting this to be such an emotional read. I was expecting hot smut with little plot. Which was delivered. But it came with a HEAPing pile of angst. Fuck. The whole beginning was so hard to read. And especially from Jake’s POV, because he was down bad for Kit from the start.
That ending was so cute, but I wish there was a tiny bit more of that sweetness beforehand. Because it was mostly just a bunch of fucked-upness clashing against the walls. ...more
4.7 stars. Just a note. The MC is not much a part of this story except in the background, mentioned in thoughts sometimes and a ride in the very end. 4.7 stars. Just a note. The MC is not much a part of this story except in the background, mentioned in thoughts sometimes and a ride in the very end. I don’t mind it because Ethan is a bodyguard first and foremost anyway, but some other people might, so I thought I’d mention it....more
4.3 stars. First let me just say, if you plan to read this book it’s probably best to read the Valentines Roulette beforehand so you aren’t having to 4.3 stars. First let me just say, if you plan to read this book it’s probably best to read the Valentines Roulette beforehand so you aren’t having to piece things together like I did. It’s not impossible or all that hard even to make sense of everything. But it would’ve been much easier for me. In fact I’m so curious about it I think I’ll be reading it next.
Besides the rough start for me-which I wasn’t expecting since the other books in the series I’ve read weren’t so attached to the anthology it corresponded to-I had a really enjoyable time reading this. It also helped figuring out that Jafari is foreign and English isn’t his first language. I was thinking at the beginning that the dialogue was a bit off and then I found that out and it all clicked. Probably another thing I would’ve known if I’d actually read the beginning of their story.
The plot of this was interesting and sort of heartbreaking, but it just enhanced everything for me.
The sex and dynamic was great. Kacy is a true masochist, a pain slut. And Jafari is perfect for her as a very creative and intense sadist.
But he’s still gentlemanly and sweet as sin to her too. It’s a very intoxicating duality.
I’m glad I picked this up. I had a damn good time reading it. Now I just have to hit rewind and go read the beginning, since I’ve now finished the middle and ending.
Merged review:
4.3 stars. First let me just say, if you plan to read this book it’s probably best to read the Valentines Roulette beforehand so you aren’t having to piece things together like I did. It’s not impossible or all that hard even to make sense of everything. But it would’ve been much easier for me. In fact I’m so curious about it I think I’ll be reading it next.
Besides the rough start for me-which I wasn’t expecting since the other books in the series I’ve read weren’t so attached to the anthology it corresponded to-I had a really enjoyable time reading this. It also helped figuring out that Jafari is foreign and English isn’t his first language. I was thinking at the beginning that the dialogue was a bit off and then I found that out and it all clicked. Probably another thing I would’ve known if I’d actually read the beginning of their story.
The plot of this was interesting and sort of heartbreaking, but it just enhanced everything for me.
The sex and dynamic was great. Kacy is a true masochist, a pain slut. And Jafari is perfect for her as a very creative and intense sadist.
But he’s still gentlemanly and sweet as sin to her too. It’s a very intoxicating duality.
I’m glad I picked this up. I had a damn good time reading it. Now I just have to hit rewind and go read the beginning, since I’ve now finished the middle and ending....more
4.6 stars. This was hot. And so sweet. And a little bit healing. I really loved how he built her up. Also. The ropes. The ✨other✨ option when she turns4.6 stars. This was hot. And so sweet. And a little bit healing. I really loved how he built her up. Also. The ropes. The ✨other✨ option when she turns away from his kiss..? ...more
4 stars. Hot, simple, kinky. Really sweet. It was a good time with very little angst because their story was already halfway through basically. It was4 stars. Hot, simple, kinky. Really sweet. It was a good time with very little angst because their story was already halfway through basically. It was one of those where the second chance is because the timing just wasn’t right before but it’s completely correct Now. ...more
3.4 stars. Very sweet, with some darker elements. (My darkness scales are skewed by my love of fictional psychos, so check TWs lol) I really enjoyed i3.4 stars. Very sweet, with some darker elements. (My darkness scales are skewed by my love of fictional psychos, so check TWs lol) I really enjoyed it. I just really loved the support and care he showed her. Plus she ended up being a badass, and I love that he was so proud of her for that. ...more
3.4 stars. Lot of emotional turmoil about her mom’s mental state and health. And also about both of their self worth when it comes to ‘deserving’ a re3.4 stars. Lot of emotional turmoil about her mom’s mental state and health. And also about both of their self worth when it comes to ‘deserving’ a relationship with each other. I enjoyed it, but I do wish there had been a second epilogue that had been a tiny bit further into the future where they were more settled in. ...more
3.4 stars. Meh..I kind of see why this wasn’t available for purchase anywhere now. Not that’s it’s bad. I liked it just fine. There were some definite3.4 stars. Meh..I kind of see why this wasn’t available for purchase anywhere now. Not that’s it’s bad. I liked it just fine. There were some definite hot moments that I really enjoyed. But the relationship itself wasn’t all that satisfying, and the plot was just an ok Aladdin retelling. ...more
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