4.5 Stars
I can't believe the end is here. I thought there would be more stories to tell. This was one of those series for me, that once I found it, I had to read each book as it was released.
Handle Me was a return to what I love about the author's writing. It's spicy, the chemistry is off the charts, and the push and pull between the characters that fuels their passion for each other. My only wish is that Lola and Anders got more than one book, that it wasn't so insta, that the enemies portion [of the enemies to lovers] was more drawn out. When I get this level of spice from an author, I want to see the characters explore that side of their relationship more.
At the start of series, Clara and X's story, and Belle and Smith's story, both couples were hot and heavy with a plot arc that included suspense. As each of their stories progressed, while the romance was there, it became more about the suspense (which was also an amazing twisted web) and less about the spice that drew me to the series. Therefore, if this has to be the last book, I'm glad this is this how it ended.
Note to readers not familiar with this series. While this can be read as a standalone, I highly recommend reading the entire series, especially the books 8-12. It will answer any questions you might have about Clara, X, Belle, Smith, and Edward. Also, when Lola is hanging out with her friends in the club and they mention Holden and Kerrigan, be sure to go read the author's Dynasty series.