** This is the second book in the powerless trilogy, you need to read the first book powerless in order to understand this one. I also recommend that you read the Novella powerful. Try powerless and powerful in a tandem read. It was my favorite way to experience them.**

After killing the King and igniting a Resistance, Paedyn Gray is on the run from Kai Azer, who has become the new King's Enforcer. Kai, torn between duty and personal feelings, relentlessly pursues her across dangerous terrains. In the city of Dor, where Elites hold no power, their roles blur, intensifying the conflict between duty and desire.

Rating: 4.6/5

Breakdown:

1. **Plot and Storytelling:** 4/5. Honestly, the plot of "Reckless" wasn't as engrossing as "Powerful." It felt like the second book in a trilogy— if you know what I mean. The story was still excellent, the banter was entertaining, and it was a thrilling adventure, ending on a cliffhanger. I enjoyed the whole thing.

2. **Characterization:** 5/5. I love these characters. Seeing how the brothers handled grief was real and raw. Paedyn's reactions were honest, showing real emotion rather than just triumph or badassery. Although I missed a particular side character and some others who were less prominent, the characters were believable, and I connected with them as they grew and changed throughout the book.

3. **Writing Style:** 5/5. I love Roberts' style. You can see how much she’s grown since "Powerless." While I would have liked more of the banter from the first book, I understand why it wasn't as prevalent in "Reckless," which had a slightly more mature romance.

4. **Originality:** 5/5. This book felt very original. It moved away from the "Hunger Games" similarities in the first book and developed its own unique world.

5. **Emotional Impact and Resolution:** 4/5. The book connected with me emotionally, though not as intensely as "Powerful." It took me on an emotional ride, but the resolution fell a bit flat for me. I understand why it went that way, but I just didn't like it as much.