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alexalovesbooks's review
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
4.0
Addie & Beckett's story hooked me from the get go. You have these two people carrying the heavy weight of their past experiences on their shoulders, but still trying their best to move forward in their own lives, first of all -- and that sentiment, in and of itself, is relatable despite the fact that I've been lucky enough not to experience what either of them have been through. And then, you see them making a connection with each another - the instant chemistry, the playful sparks, the growing admiration, the instinctive protectiveness, the unquestionable care. Watching these two dance around each other, watching them fall for each other... it really warmed my heart to see.
Unlike other Cowles novels I've read, I didn't necessarily love the suspense element in this. It probably is because I didn't find it unpredictable, and it felt more straightforward than most of what I've seen from her in other books. Which is not to say that it didn't fit with the story - it did, of course, and it was still harrowing and heartbreaking at turns - but it just wasn't my favorite. I also didn't feel like we dove as deeply into the emotional baggage both our characters bring to the table, especially in terms of finding more solid resolution (on both ends) by the end.
At the end of the day though, Addie and Beckett's story was definitely one that kept me turning the pages. It's a solid addition to the Tattered and Torn series, and given I was quite invested in seeing these two fall in love and get their happy together ending, I can say that I overall enjoyed it.
Graphic: Death, Emotional abuse, Gun violence, Physical abuse, Violence, Blood, Fire/Fire injury, Sexual harassment, and Injury/Injury detail
Moderate: Child abuse, Confinement, and Domestic abuse
Minor: Death of parent
kpham16's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Graphic: Domestic abuse, Gun violence, and Physical abuse
Moderate: Sexual assault, Death of parent, and Murder
Minor: Emotional abuse and Kidnapping
sleepy_bookworm's review
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
I loved that Addie was a strong lead. Despite her past she made it a point to branch out on her own. Even though Beckett wanted to put her in a bubble, he didn't stunt her growth and understood when she needed to do things on her own. I think that was my favorite part of this story. That, and the communication the two main characters had with each other. They were always honest about their thoughts and feelings which really helped their relationship progress as quickly as it did.
Catherine Cowles is absolutely becoming one of my favorite authors.
Graphic: Child abuse, Domestic abuse, Physical abuse, and Violence
Moderate: Gun violence, Sexual assault, and Sexual content
Minor: Murder and Pregnancy
everythinginbetween's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
Graphic: Domestic abuse and Physical abuse
Minor: Suicidal thoughts
joburnsreads's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
🌶️ Open Door, Mild
🏔️ Romantic Suspense
🏔️ Friends to Lovers
🏔️ Forced Proximity (Roommates)
🏔️ Opposites Attract
🏔️ Cinnamon Roll Hero
🏔️ Dual POV (First Person)
I loved Addie and Beckett's story. Besides Shiloh's book, I think this was the story I was looking forward to the most. Beckett was a secretly tortured hero and Addie's past was definitely a struggle to overcome. Seeing these two become the other's safe space was so sweet. Catherine will always keep you on your toes with the twists in her book!
Graphic: Domestic abuse, Emotional abuse, Gun violence, Physical abuse, Sexual content, Medical content, Kidnapping, Medical trauma, Gaslighting, and Injury/Injury detail
brittinyh3711's review
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
Graphic: Child abuse and Physical abuse
Moderate: Domestic abuse, Emotional abuse, Gun violence, Physical abuse, Sexual assault, Violence, Medical content, Kidnapping, Grief, Death of parent, Murder, Pregnancy, Abandonment, Sexual harassment, and Injury/Injury detail
and9591's review
Graphic: Physical abuse
Moderate: Gun violence
Minor: Sexual assault
charmaynesallbookedup's review
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Minor: Domestic abuse, Emotional abuse, Physical abuse, and Kidnapping
herbookarchives's review
- 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? No
4.0
Graphic: Child abuse, Confinement, Domestic abuse, Emotional abuse, Physical abuse, Sexual assault, Blood, Kidnapping, Grief, Death of parent, Murder, Gaslighting, and Abandonment
frantically's review
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.75
I was so excited to read about Addie and Beckett and those two are just perfect for eachother. This was one of those books I literally put everything else down for to read, it had me HOOKED.
Addie's finally free of her family's clutches but she still carries a lot of mental and physical scars and Beckett is so considerate of her history with abuse, I know it's literally just basic human decency but it still made me tear up every time, okay.
I wish we could've touched a bit more on Beckett's time abroad and his own trauma, as Addie did get most of the trauma space allotted here but other than that, I really really loved this book ❤
Was hoping for a book on Officer Young but Laiken's gonna be fun, too!
Graphic: Child abuse, Domestic abuse, Gun violence, Panic attacks/disorders, Physical abuse, Violence, and Medical content
Moderate: Sexual content and Death of parent
Minor: Suicidal thoughts and Murder