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Broken Souls Trilogy #2
Destruction's Desire
Remember when seeing ghosts was my biggest problem?
I miss those days.
Now, I’m magically bonded (shackled) to a creature of unlimited destructive power. He insists we are destined for each other and that I will belong to him.
If that wasn’t enough, I’ve been kidnapped by another destructive creature – the one I’m supposed to help kill. Awkward, I know.
It’s rapidly becoming clear that I’m at the center of their tangled web of lies.
A smart person would act meek and play along in hopes of surviving.
Too bad I’m an idiot.
There is a fury within me that is becoming harder to contain, and I refuse to be controlled by these overbearing (attractive) men.
I will escape him, whether he wants me to or not.
I miss those days.
Now, I’m magically bonded (shackled) to a creature of unlimited destructive power. He insists we are destined for each other and that I will belong to him.
If that wasn’t enough, I’ve been kidnapped by another destructive creature – the one I’m supposed to help kill. Awkward, I know.
It’s rapidly becoming clear that I’m at the center of their tangled web of lies.
A smart person would act meek and play along in hopes of surviving.
Too bad I’m an idiot.
There is a fury within me that is becoming harder to contain, and I refuse to be controlled by these overbearing (attractive) men.
I will escape him, whether he wants me to or not.
535 pages, Kindle Edition
Published February 11, 2025
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Melody Joanne
4 books481 followersMelody is a Canadian author of dark romantasy novels, who loves to write about unhinged, strong FMCs that will have you laughing one moment and wondering if the author might need therapy the next.
When she’s not wrangling her three young children, she’s either writing or binge-reading (because the PhD is finally done—WOO!).
When the warmer weather sets in, she likes to plant fields of flowers and adopt more animals for her hobby farm.
Melody writes because she can’t afford her book addiction.
When she’s not wrangling her three young children, she’s either writing or binge-reading (because the PhD is finally done—WOO!).
When the warmer weather sets in, she likes to plant fields of flowers and adopt more animals for her hobby farm.
Melody writes because she can’t afford her book addiction.
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January 8, 2025
5⭐️
3.5🌶️
(arc read)
I could not put this down! I need the last book so bad but I also don’t want this series to end!
I really enjoy Melody’s writing style. The books are so easy to read and you end up devouring the whole thing! I also love the sense of humour in this book, it’s witty, fun and at the start of each chapter there are rules that Vivian (fmc) sets herself and they are amazing! 😂
The characters in this series are incredible and you can’t help but get invested in their lives and the spice in this book is so good! 🥵 There’s definitely a few book boyfriends in this one 😉
Definitely read the trigger warnings first as this book does cover a lot of the darker stuff that comes with mental health. I’m going to be honest with you and say that some of the mental health stuff in this book made me a bit emotional at times as I related to it with my own experiences. But reading about Vivian’s journey from her struggles to her starting her path of recovery and self love was beautiful and I don’t think I’ve ever been so happy for a book character before 🥰
I’m so thankful that I not only got to read book 1 as my very first arc read last year but I also got the pleasure of receiving an arc for book 2 as well. Like I said at the start, I’m so excited for book 3 but I really don’t want to say goodbye to these characters 😭
3.5🌶️
(arc read)
I could not put this down! I need the last book so bad but I also don’t want this series to end!
I really enjoy Melody’s writing style. The books are so easy to read and you end up devouring the whole thing! I also love the sense of humour in this book, it’s witty, fun and at the start of each chapter there are rules that Vivian (fmc) sets herself and they are amazing! 😂
The characters in this series are incredible and you can’t help but get invested in their lives and the spice in this book is so good! 🥵 There’s definitely a few book boyfriends in this one 😉
Definitely read the trigger warnings first as this book does cover a lot of the darker stuff that comes with mental health. I’m going to be honest with you and say that some of the mental health stuff in this book made me a bit emotional at times as I related to it with my own experiences. But reading about Vivian’s journey from her struggles to her starting her path of recovery and self love was beautiful and I don’t think I’ve ever been so happy for a book character before 🥰
I’m so thankful that I not only got to read book 1 as my very first arc read last year but I also got the pleasure of receiving an arc for book 2 as well. Like I said at the start, I’m so excited for book 3 but I really don’t want to say goodbye to these characters 😭
February 23, 2025
Could not put this down, built on from the first book perfectly! Chemistry ✅ Spice ✅ I cannot wait for the third book! Cliff hanger had left me wanting more!
January 7, 2025
Ummmmm excuse me ma’ammmmmm! First, I am honored to receive an ARC! This book releases in early February and 10/10 recommend! It is the second book in the broken souls trilogy. I liked the first one but this book was even better! I laughed (personality of a bed bug, Rule #5), cried, screamed, my heart raced. What a rollercoaster ride…. It’s perfectly spicy with strong wit that had me literally laughing out loud. Team Leon in the beginning but that didn’t last long. The writing is done so well I felt like I wasn’t seeing clearly until Vivian was. Like damn, he’s kind of a narcissist and I let myself fall for it! I’m trying very hard not to give anything away lol. I felt like the first book left a lot of unanswered questions. The second ties it all together and brings an amazing story to life. I absolutely fell in love with these characters and CANT WAIT for book 3. I’ll have a book hangover on this one for sure. Make sure to read the Trigger warnings. Mentions of depression and suicidal thoughts amongst other things. The cliff scene had me sobbing, felt like she was speaking to my soul. Melody, you outdid yourself although I’m still kinda mad about that cliffhanger.. I couldn’t put this book down. I’ll 100000000% be purchasing the paperback on February 11 and will be anxiously awaiting the final installment!! P.s. We could all use a little Sin in our lives 🤤🤤🤤🤤
January 12, 2026
English - Español
Destruction's Desire, the second book in the Broken Souls trilogy attempts to deepen its emotional conflict and central relationship, following a structure that inevitably echoes A Court of Mist and Fury by Sarah J. Maas: a trauma-marked heroine, a toxic relationship that shifts and the promise of personal growth. However, while the intention is clear, the execution falls short of the emotional impact and narrative strength of ACOMAF.
Where A Court of Mist and Fury excels in portraying genuine character evolution (showing pain, healing and agency in a way that feels earned), Destruction's Desire delivers a faster, more superficial development. Emotional growth is often stated rather than shown, weakening the reader’s connection to the story.
The comparison in romance is unavoidable. While Sarah J. Maas transforms a harmful dynamic into one grounded in support, consent and respect, Destruction's Desire continues to rely on problematic romantic tension, with controlling behaviors that are not consistently challenged or meaningfully justified within the narrative. The result is a relationship that feels intense but also repetitive and, at times, uncomfortable.
The paranormal world and central conflict contain interesting ideas, but once again they remain underdeveloped. Unlike A Court of Mist and Fury, which expands its universe and strengthens memorable secondary characters, this installment fails to fully utilize its supporting cast and subplots, missing a crucial opportunity to enrich the story.
That said, the book may still appeal to readers who enjoy dark romance, heightened emotions, and chaotic relationships and it does represent an improvement over the first book.
However, when compared to a genre benchmark like A Court of Mist and Fury, its shortcomings in emotional depth, world-building and character development become especially apparent.
In conclusion, Destruction's Desire aims to be the trilogy’s turning point in the same way ACOMAF was, but ultimately falls short. It may work for fans of dark romance, but it struggles to achieve the emotional resonance and narrative impact that made A Court of Mist and Fury a standout in the genre.
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Destruction's Desire, el segundo libro de la trilogía Broken Souls intenta profundizar en el conflicto emocional y en la relación central, siguiendo una estructura que recuerda inevitablemente a A Court of Mist and Fury de Sarah J. Maas: una protagonista marcada por el trauma, una relación tóxica que se reconfigura y la promesa de crecimiento personal. Sin embargo, aunque la intención es clara, la ejecución no alcanza el impacto ni la solidez emocional de ACOMAF.
Mientras A Court of Mist and Fury destaca por mostrar una evolución real de la protagonista, donde el dolor, la sanación y la toma de decisiones se sienten orgánicas y bien construidas, Destruction's Desire opta por un desarrollo más acelerado y superficial. El crecimiento emocional se menciona más de lo que se muestra, lo que debilita la conexión con el lector.
En cuanto al romance, la comparación es inevitable. Donde Sarah J. Maas transforma una dinámica dañina en una relación basada en apoyo, consentimiento y respeto, Destruction's Desire continúa apoyándose en una tensión romántica problemática, con actitudes controladoras que no siempre son cuestionadas ni justificadas narrativamente. Esto hace que la relación resulte intensa, pero también repetitiva y, en algunos momentos, incómoda.
El mundo paranormal y el conflicto central presentan ideas interesantes, pero nuevamente quedan poco explorados. A diferencia de A Court of Mist and Fury, que amplía su universo y fortalece personajes secundarios memorables, este segundo libro de Broken Souls no termina de aprovechar su elenco ni sus subtramas, perdiendo una oportunidad clave para enriquecer la historia.
Dicho esto, el libro puede resultar entretenido para lectores que disfrutan del romance oscuro, las emociones intensas y las relaciones caóticas, y sin duda avanza más que el primer libro. Sin embargo, al compararlo con un referente del género como A Court of Mist and Fury, las carencias en desarrollo emocional, construcción del mundo y profundidad de personajes se hacen evidentes.
En conclusión, Destruction's Desire intenta ser el punto de inflexión de la trilogía, al estilo de ACOMAF, pero se queda a medio camino. Funciona como lectura para fans del romance oscuro, pero difícilmente alcanza el nivel de impacto emocional y narrativo que hizo de A Court of Mist and Fury un referente del género.
Destruction's Desire, the second book in the Broken Souls trilogy attempts to deepen its emotional conflict and central relationship, following a structure that inevitably echoes A Court of Mist and Fury by Sarah J. Maas: a trauma-marked heroine, a toxic relationship that shifts and the promise of personal growth. However, while the intention is clear, the execution falls short of the emotional impact and narrative strength of ACOMAF.
Where A Court of Mist and Fury excels in portraying genuine character evolution (showing pain, healing and agency in a way that feels earned), Destruction's Desire delivers a faster, more superficial development. Emotional growth is often stated rather than shown, weakening the reader’s connection to the story.
The comparison in romance is unavoidable. While Sarah J. Maas transforms a harmful dynamic into one grounded in support, consent and respect, Destruction's Desire continues to rely on problematic romantic tension, with controlling behaviors that are not consistently challenged or meaningfully justified within the narrative. The result is a relationship that feels intense but also repetitive and, at times, uncomfortable.
The paranormal world and central conflict contain interesting ideas, but once again they remain underdeveloped. Unlike A Court of Mist and Fury, which expands its universe and strengthens memorable secondary characters, this installment fails to fully utilize its supporting cast and subplots, missing a crucial opportunity to enrich the story.
That said, the book may still appeal to readers who enjoy dark romance, heightened emotions, and chaotic relationships and it does represent an improvement over the first book.
However, when compared to a genre benchmark like A Court of Mist and Fury, its shortcomings in emotional depth, world-building and character development become especially apparent.
In conclusion, Destruction's Desire aims to be the trilogy’s turning point in the same way ACOMAF was, but ultimately falls short. It may work for fans of dark romance, but it struggles to achieve the emotional resonance and narrative impact that made A Court of Mist and Fury a standout in the genre.
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Destruction's Desire, el segundo libro de la trilogía Broken Souls intenta profundizar en el conflicto emocional y en la relación central, siguiendo una estructura que recuerda inevitablemente a A Court of Mist and Fury de Sarah J. Maas: una protagonista marcada por el trauma, una relación tóxica que se reconfigura y la promesa de crecimiento personal. Sin embargo, aunque la intención es clara, la ejecución no alcanza el impacto ni la solidez emocional de ACOMAF.
Mientras A Court of Mist and Fury destaca por mostrar una evolución real de la protagonista, donde el dolor, la sanación y la toma de decisiones se sienten orgánicas y bien construidas, Destruction's Desire opta por un desarrollo más acelerado y superficial. El crecimiento emocional se menciona más de lo que se muestra, lo que debilita la conexión con el lector.
En cuanto al romance, la comparación es inevitable. Donde Sarah J. Maas transforma una dinámica dañina en una relación basada en apoyo, consentimiento y respeto, Destruction's Desire continúa apoyándose en una tensión romántica problemática, con actitudes controladoras que no siempre son cuestionadas ni justificadas narrativamente. Esto hace que la relación resulte intensa, pero también repetitiva y, en algunos momentos, incómoda.
El mundo paranormal y el conflicto central presentan ideas interesantes, pero nuevamente quedan poco explorados. A diferencia de A Court of Mist and Fury, que amplía su universo y fortalece personajes secundarios memorables, este segundo libro de Broken Souls no termina de aprovechar su elenco ni sus subtramas, perdiendo una oportunidad clave para enriquecer la historia.
Dicho esto, el libro puede resultar entretenido para lectores que disfrutan del romance oscuro, las emociones intensas y las relaciones caóticas, y sin duda avanza más que el primer libro. Sin embargo, al compararlo con un referente del género como A Court of Mist and Fury, las carencias en desarrollo emocional, construcción del mundo y profundidad de personajes se hacen evidentes.
En conclusión, Destruction's Desire intenta ser el punto de inflexión de la trilogía, al estilo de ACOMAF, pero se queda a medio camino. Funciona como lectura para fans del romance oscuro, pero difícilmente alcanza el nivel de impacto emocional y narrativo que hizo de A Court of Mist and Fury un referente del género.
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April 9, 2025
100000000x YES! This book was amazing! I need book 3 IMMEDIATELY 😭
February 12, 2025
BEST BOOK EVER
i hate trilogies. i hate fantasy. i hate books more that 300 pages. i hate when the first MMC isnt the right MMC. when i read romance i only read mafia romances or books where the mmc is part of some organization. technically i should hate this book but this is probably the best book i’ve ever read. its hilarious and ive never understood an fmc more than i understand this girl. It’s hilarious and depressing at the same time. This book should be more popular than Iron Flame, Acotar, and Twisted combined. 100000/10
i hate trilogies. i hate fantasy. i hate books more that 300 pages. i hate when the first MMC isnt the right MMC. when i read romance i only read mafia romances or books where the mmc is part of some organization. technically i should hate this book but this is probably the best book i’ve ever read. its hilarious and ive never understood an fmc more than i understand this girl. It’s hilarious and depressing at the same time. This book should be more popular than Iron Flame, Acotar, and Twisted combined. 100000/10
March 5, 2025
ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS I’VE READ
I LOVE SIN SO MUCHHH
THE BOOK HAS ACOTAR VIBESS
enemy-lover trope
the characters in this book are fun characters
I LOVE SIN SO MUCHHH
THE BOOK HAS ACOTAR VIBESS
enemy-lover trope
the characters in this book are fun characters
April 10, 2025
Enthralled. I could not stop reading this book, heck the series. I literally thought about it even when I wasn’t able to read it (why do people have to work when there’s perfectly good books to read?). The story and characters capture your attention, emotions and heart very quickly. Melody has created a world that I love to escape too. I am impatiently going to wait for book number three (already pre-ordered it) as I know it will be just as good if not better and let me tell you each book gets better and better. This is a series that I will forever love and recommend! Thank you for this story, these characters and an amazing read!
January 15, 2025
I honestly love love this book! I was so glad to receive it as an ARC because i couldn't handle another day without knowing what happened to Vivi! The story is fast pacing and adventure packed! the banter between the characters is awesome and i love the fact Vivi remained herself even with Cassandra's memories. I only wished we saw more of Vivian's true feelings for Sin, because it felt like she fell in love on the last chapter only.
I don't know how I'm going to deal with waiting for the third book! i need it now !!! Amazing 😍
I don't know how I'm going to deal with waiting for the third book! i need it now !!! Amazing 😍
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
February 1, 2025
ANOTHER CLIFFHANGER!!!!???? Melody!!! I can’t! 😭😬
This book. Ughh. Perfection. 👏🏻🤌🏻💛 I love how Vivian found her self worth in this book. She’s become such a strong and powerful woman. I can’t wait to watch her kick Leon’s aşs in book 3! (Hopefully) I love Sin and all his badass warlock glow stick self. And the new character additions! Rosie, Ari, Magnus, Damien and Morgana! I love them all.
I’m too tore up over how this cliffhanger ended so my review isn’t going to be that great. 😅 but I’ll just say this book was amazing and addicting. I only put it down when I absolutely had to.
Melody you did an amazing job! 💛 also, I want to thank you so much for letting me be a part of your ARC team. You have no idea how much that meant to me. You’re one of my favorite authors and I’m honored. 😌🥰
My rating:
⭐️story: 10/10
🌶️spice: 9/10
💫fantasy vibes: 10/10
🫢gasp out loud moments: 10/10
🫴🏻give me more, addiction factor: 10/10
This book. Ughh. Perfection. 👏🏻🤌🏻💛 I love how Vivian found her self worth in this book. She’s become such a strong and powerful woman. I can’t wait to watch her kick Leon’s aşs in book 3! (Hopefully) I love Sin and all his badass warlock glow stick self. And the new character additions! Rosie, Ari, Magnus, Damien and Morgana! I love them all.
I’m too tore up over how this cliffhanger ended so my review isn’t going to be that great. 😅 but I’ll just say this book was amazing and addicting. I only put it down when I absolutely had to.
Melody you did an amazing job! 💛 also, I want to thank you so much for letting me be a part of your ARC team. You have no idea how much that meant to me. You’re one of my favorite authors and I’m honored. 😌🥰
My rating:
⭐️story: 10/10
🌶️spice: 9/10
💫fantasy vibes: 10/10
🫢gasp out loud moments: 10/10
🫴🏻give me more, addiction factor: 10/10
April 22, 2025
" You're not mine Kitten, but I think I'm quickly becoming yours"
Holy love triangle with TWO destroyers. I LOVE SIN. Literally team Sin till the end! This book blew my expectations from the first book into the gutter. I did not expect to love the sacred bond between Vivian and Sin. I did not expect to be so drawn into this story it slowly became my entire personality and all I have left to say is can I have book 3? Please? I'm not above begging
Holy love triangle with TWO destroyers. I LOVE SIN. Literally team Sin till the end! This book blew my expectations from the first book into the gutter. I did not expect to love the sacred bond between Vivian and Sin. I did not expect to be so drawn into this story it slowly became my entire personality and all I have left to say is can I have book 3? Please? I'm not above begging
January 5, 2025
New to the dark romance genre and impatient with cliffhangers, Creation's Captive left me spiraling. Destruction's Desire was even better than the first book in the series. Drawn into the story, I was living off of stale cookies and slept only when my laptop died. The writing style makes for easy reading, the characters are relatable, and the storyline lacks nothing. I don't know how I will make it to the release of book 3.
February 11, 2025
I LOVED this book - it answered so many questions after book 1 and did not disappoint.
The addition of the rules at the beginning of each chapter was gold, they set up the humour in each chapter perfectly. The introduction of some new characters and more details of old characters made me fall in love with them all over again. There's not much more I can say that is not included in the blurb, that won't give away the plot twists in this story so I'll leave you with my favourite quotes;
"I'm going to die of mortification. That's going to be a good one for the coroner. Cause of death? Smutty book collection discovered by hot as fuck man."
"Truly, guided meditations have nothing on Smut."
...and a warning;
This book broke my heart at the end and ended on a cliffhanger.
Can't wait to go through it all again when book 3 is released!
The addition of the rules at the beginning of each chapter was gold, they set up the humour in each chapter perfectly. The introduction of some new characters and more details of old characters made me fall in love with them all over again. There's not much more I can say that is not included in the blurb, that won't give away the plot twists in this story so I'll leave you with my favourite quotes;
"I'm going to die of mortification. That's going to be a good one for the coroner. Cause of death? Smutty book collection discovered by hot as fuck man."
"Truly, guided meditations have nothing on Smut."
...and a warning;
This book broke my heart at the end and ended on a cliffhanger.
Can't wait to go through it all again when book 3 is released!
January 27, 2026
6 GOLD MF STARS. WHAT. This book had me so on edge. I loved the banter. I love the MMC. The FMC. The inner monologue had me cackling. The plot. The side characters. The universe. The magic. I want to forget it just to read it again for the first time. Wowowowow
January 14, 2025
Absolutely incredible. I thought the first book was amazing, but damn this one blew me away! Amazing, phenomenal, incredible, and every other word that would describe this book as the best. I can’t wait for book three
February 12, 2025
Spectacular Spicy Read
This book keeps you engaged for the whole ride and by the end, has you begging for more. Action, suspense, romance, and spicy. I can not wait for the last book release but I may read this one again until them.
This book keeps you engaged for the whole ride and by the end, has you begging for more. Action, suspense, romance, and spicy. I can not wait for the last book release but I may read this one again until them.
March 10, 2025
Worth reading the first to get to this beauty! Fabulously smutty dark fantasy romance smut 🥵
April 24, 2025
ACOTAR fanfic but i fuck with it. i wasnt really a sin fan for most of it but lowkey switched over after a bit.
March 2, 2025
I am so disappointed I have to wait so long for the third book! This cliff hanger is crazy!😭 Sin is the kind of love we all need. My heart is aching and this book has caused me such a book hangover. I need the third book like I need air.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
November 8, 2025
Wow!! Ich habs innerhalb 2 Tagen gelesen könnte es nicht weglassen! Einf obsessed will sofort den 3 teil!!
February 14, 2025
LOVED THIS BOOK. Absolutely despise Leon. He deserves the absolute worst to happen to him. Also LOVE LOVE LOVE Violets progression like every chapter she became stronger and stronger. Now gimme the third book pleaasseeee
February 26, 2025
Oh my goodness! 🌶️🌶️🌶️
So spicy, such an interesting plot with twists and turns.
I am in love with Vivian, she is such a real character with depth, it's so easy to relate to her with her conflicting feelings.
I can't believe we have been left on a cliff hanger with such a long wait for the next book, but I just know it's going to be good!
So spicy, such an interesting plot with twists and turns.
I am in love with Vivian, she is such a real character with depth, it's so easy to relate to her with her conflicting feelings.
I can't believe we have been left on a cliff hanger with such a long wait for the next book, but I just know it's going to be good!
April 21, 2025
Melted. Reset. Melted again. Officially a puddle.
The first book in this trilogy- had me so angry and disgusted and sad for the FMC. But holy hell. Does this book redeem the horrific qualities of the first. Like don't get me wrong- the first book is amazing. AMAZING. But it's cold and it's cruel and filled me with despair for our FMC.
This books helps her step into the badass that she really is. and the MMC? No words. *shivers*.
If you like smut, stories of survival and are aware of trigger warnings within but chose to read anyway- pick this book up. Get some snacks. Put your phone on silent. Your not leaving until you've finished. (yes that's a stolen line😏)
GO READ NOW. 🔥
The first book in this trilogy- had me so angry and disgusted and sad for the FMC. But holy hell. Does this book redeem the horrific qualities of the first. Like don't get me wrong- the first book is amazing. AMAZING. But it's cold and it's cruel and filled me with despair for our FMC.
This books helps her step into the badass that she really is. and the MMC? No words. *shivers*.
If you like smut, stories of survival and are aware of trigger warnings within but chose to read anyway- pick this book up. Get some snacks. Put your phone on silent. Your not leaving until you've finished. (yes that's a stolen line😏)
GO READ NOW. 🔥
February 15, 2025
The cliffhangers drive me nuts but I do have to say it's worth it!!!! I'm so in love with this serious
March 4, 2025
OMGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGG WTH!!! This was an amazing continuation of this series, all the training, the action, the feelings and spice. I NEED BOOK 3 IMMEDIATELY!!!!
April 11, 2025
It ends on a cliffhanger! Sin and Vivian are in love and are mated to each other. They realize they need to kill Vivian’s mortal self for her to become immortal. Leon won’t let Vivian go, so he holds her mortal friends hostage until she returns to him. She goes to free her friends and Leon snaps her neck in front of Sin.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
February 4, 2025
*ARC REVIEW*
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ | 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️🥵
🗡️ Battles & Training
☠️ Who did this to you?
❤️ Enemies to Lovers
🙌🏼 Praise Kink
🧚 All sorts of creatures and things
🪄 Magic
The second book in the Broken Souls Triology is an exhilarating follow-up that absolutely does not disappoint. @melodyjoanne.author once again delivers a masterful blend of world-building, character growth, and a plot that keeps readers on the edge of their seats (with some serious spice!).
This book picks up right where the first book left off. In addition to familiar faces, the second book introduces a slew of new characters, each whom bring their own unique energy to the story. The unfolding of several key truths keeps stakes high and the mystery building, ensuring the plot never loses momentum.
Melody is a cliffhanger mastermind so readers be warned. With the finale of the trilogy yet to come, I personally cannot wait to see how everything resolves. If you’re a fan of dark romance with complex characters, sizzling chemistry, and a world that feels as real as it is dangerous, you don’t want to miss Destruction’s Desire.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ | 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️🥵
🗡️ Battles & Training
☠️ Who did this to you?
❤️ Enemies to Lovers
🙌🏼 Praise Kink
🧚 All sorts of creatures and things
🪄 Magic
The second book in the Broken Souls Triology is an exhilarating follow-up that absolutely does not disappoint. @melodyjoanne.author once again delivers a masterful blend of world-building, character growth, and a plot that keeps readers on the edge of their seats (with some serious spice!).
This book picks up right where the first book left off. In addition to familiar faces, the second book introduces a slew of new characters, each whom bring their own unique energy to the story. The unfolding of several key truths keeps stakes high and the mystery building, ensuring the plot never loses momentum.
Melody is a cliffhanger mastermind so readers be warned. With the finale of the trilogy yet to come, I personally cannot wait to see how everything resolves. If you’re a fan of dark romance with complex characters, sizzling chemistry, and a world that feels as real as it is dangerous, you don’t want to miss Destruction’s Desire.
June 8, 2025
It tells you at the beginning of the book that there will be a cliffhanger…
But I feel like I was just launched off said cliff toward rocks and “maybe” I will get a parachute next February.
I love this series and the fact that the FMC constantly notes that the men in her books are much less frustrating than the men in her world, because truth.
***Shoutout to the author who lets those dealing with depression know that they are not alone when posting it in the trigger warnings ❤️
But I feel like I was just launched off said cliff toward rocks and “maybe” I will get a parachute next February.
I love this series and the fact that the FMC constantly notes that the men in her books are much less frustrating than the men in her world, because truth.
***Shoutout to the author who lets those dealing with depression know that they are not alone when posting it in the trigger warnings ❤️
January 2, 2025
I finished the first book yesterday and I was so sad when I saw that this book would only be out in February, but thanks to the amazing author Melody I had the chance to read it before the official release date, so thank you so much for saving me the anxiety to wait hahahahah no but being serious now melody is such a nice person, I’m really grateful for the opportunity!
Now about the book, this was a wild ride! An amazing wild ride! It was so good, I couldn’t stop reading!!! The rhythm of the book was amazing too, I not sure how to explain but if flowed in such a nice and natural way, it made the reading even more amazing! The new characters were amazingly introduced, and they were charismatic, interesting and engaging. Sin? Oh my god, he was like Rhys from acotar but make it better (and I like Rhys a lot), but I could not stop myself from falling for him! He was such a deep and mysterious character, and the development between he and Vivian was how I would describe the perfect enemies to lovers! The plot twists were amazing and I really enjoyed this book a lot! But the ending??????? And the snippet pf the third book? It was crazyyyyyyy! Now I’m really anxious for the next one!
and I know Leon its not good and all but I wouldn’t mind if this series was a why choose hahahaha specially after Leon’s pov!
Anywayyy it was a really good book, and I apologize for any mistake in this review since English is not my first language 😅
Now about the book, this was a wild ride! An amazing wild ride! It was so good, I couldn’t stop reading!!! The rhythm of the book was amazing too, I not sure how to explain but if flowed in such a nice and natural way, it made the reading even more amazing! The new characters were amazingly introduced, and they were charismatic, interesting and engaging. Sin? Oh my god, he was like Rhys from acotar but make it better (and I like Rhys a lot), but I could not stop myself from falling for him! He was such a deep and mysterious character, and the development between he and Vivian was how I would describe the perfect enemies to lovers! The plot twists were amazing and I really enjoyed this book a lot! But the ending??????? And the snippet pf the third book? It was crazyyyyyyy! Now I’m really anxious for the next one!
and I know Leon its not good and all but I wouldn’t mind if this series was a why choose hahahaha specially after Leon’s pov!
Anywayyy it was a really good book, and I apologize for any mistake in this review since English is not my first language 😅
January 8, 2025
First of all I'd like to thank the author for the opportunity of reading the ARC of Destructions Desire.
This book was one of the best slow burn books I've read. It's full of tension between the MCs and just keeps you reading. The character development of the characters is phenomenal and you don't get the repetitive nagging, something I absolutely appreciated. Vivian, the FMC, goes from being a sad girl that was manipulated to a fierce badass. I never expected the story to take such a twist from book one. The MMC is just, to put it plain and simple, HOT AF. He is possessive, obsessive and he wants what he wants but all in a good respectful way (basically what we girlie's want any man to be). Although I did slightly cringe at the MMCs nickname for the FMC, it was cute and the explanation behind the nickname was excellent. Everything else in the book was amazing to a point that you don't mind the nickname. If you haven't noticed I'm in love with the MMC.
Even though it is a slow burn, like I mentioned above, it is overflowing with tension and once we get to the spice, yes it was spicing. 10/10 spice.
I have so many things to say about this book and I just don't know the words to explain how I felt reading this.
I can't wait for the 3rd book and I hope it's not too long of a wait, I just know it will be the cherry onto of the cake. (Does Sin like cake? I wonder? Or maybe ice cream. Idk whatever he wants🥰)
This book was one of the best slow burn books I've read. It's full of tension between the MCs and just keeps you reading. The character development of the characters is phenomenal and you don't get the repetitive nagging, something I absolutely appreciated. Vivian, the FMC, goes from being a sad girl that was manipulated to a fierce badass. I never expected the story to take such a twist from book one. The MMC is just, to put it plain and simple, HOT AF. He is possessive, obsessive and he wants what he wants but all in a good respectful way (basically what we girlie's want any man to be). Although I did slightly cringe at the MMCs nickname for the FMC, it was cute and the explanation behind the nickname was excellent. Everything else in the book was amazing to a point that you don't mind the nickname. If you haven't noticed I'm in love with the MMC.
Even though it is a slow burn, like I mentioned above, it is overflowing with tension and once we get to the spice, yes it was spicing. 10/10 spice.
I have so many things to say about this book and I just don't know the words to explain how I felt reading this.
I can't wait for the 3rd book and I hope it's not too long of a wait, I just know it will be the cherry onto of the cake. (Does Sin like cake? I wonder? Or maybe ice cream. Idk whatever he wants🥰)
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