So, I did what any rational man would do–I staked my claim, showed the world that she belonged to me, and I’m going to do whatever it takes to make her believe it too. Fuck, I love you,” he whispers, his hand wrapped around my neck, crushing the chain into my already sensitive skin. I enjoyed the simplicity of this story where it all starts from the hero publishing a clip of him and the heroine together.

I have no idea what the entire book was about except for their absolute hatred for each other, and even then.Read this book if you want to read a dark romance, with a secret society, an amazing plot, excellent character development, and relatable characters.

I NEEDED this book, I have been in my fantasy era for so long, that I was starting to get bored again and this book woke me right up and got me out of an impending reading slump. I don't know what it is about Ryat, but that man has me in a chokehold so strong I have constant tunnel vision. This sounds horrible but I’m honestly shocked someone beta-read and edited this book and said “Yes, this is perfect.This ultimately led to her dropping out of college and moving back home so that she can take care of her reckless and wild younger brother. She could get feisty and argumentative when being denied information, but otherwise she was a sexual doormat for Ryat to use.

There is actually a good plot that keeps throwing in new curveballs, towards the end I do feel there was too many twists thrown in last minute but meh it didn’t take away from anything. Add to the fact that he degraded her every second he got when they were actually clothed (which wasn't much) it just didn't work for me.

I love Ray’s strength, how grounded she is with her desires despite her dismay at the injustice of how people treat her. Like… you’re so jealous and possessive, but you’re going to allow your two BEST FRIENDS to fuxx your girl? When she is not writing her novels she can usually be found going to the movies and concerts, drinking wine, watching college football and the NFL. However, it does seem that there is someone determined to ensure she does not marry the mafia boss and if he has his way she may just end up dead. As for her influences, Shantel Tessler does not have a particular book as she believes every work she read over the years has impacted her in some way.

Yes, it’s a step-sibling enemies to lovers but the “I want you but I can’t have you because it’s forbidden” hate is never as toxic as what they had with each other.As such, she spends most evenings at home with her daughters and her husband alongside their dog and cat. The only thing I got out of the book was the sexual attraction between the characters and not a legitimate emotional connection.