*I received a copy for free and I am leaving this honest and unbiased review voluntarily*

Hello Fellow Readers,

While I don't talk about it too much I am a fan of historical marriage of convenience tropes. I don't read them as often as I should, but I am so glad I read 'Ruined'. Vaughn throws you straight into the deep end as we start with the walk to the wedding reception. Awkward and frustrating is the experience that comes to mind as you experience the new matrimony of two strangers. One trying to escape rumors and scandals, while the other is trying to fix his family's financial woes. Ruined pretty much describes it. 

This does start to click into place for the two newlyweds, you can start to see how much they come to care about each other, but of course Andrew, the male lead detests love and of course. all Catherine, the female lead wants is love. This leads to conflicts of the heart. 

One of the more surprising joys of 'Ruined' was how flesh out each character felt. Not just the two main leads but the side characters as well. I found myself being invested in everyone's stories and rooting for a happy ending for everyone. 

I will say that at first the art style through me off, but as the story progressed I found myself not bothered by it as much as I thought I would. By the end, I appreciated the character designs. I will say that this is an ADULT graphic novel with sex and nudity so if that puts you off this is not for you. 

Overall, a delightful story of growth and love.