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Trapped
Naima Okeke feels trapped in a world without air. She loves her family enough to hide everything from them, no matter what the cost. Even if that cost is forcing them to watch her waste away to nothing. Her boyfriend, Callan Adams is a monster who takes his anger and hatred out on her in the worst of ways. Her skin is littered with bruises that map out his rage, a testament to his disappointment. His stepbrother, Jaden Yoo is the only person who makes her feel like she can breathe. When he smiles at her, she feels butterflies. When he compliments her, she knows he means it. When he kisses her, she feels like she matters. Can she balance Callan on one hand and Jaden on the other, or will her dangerous coping mechanisms threaten to destroy the fragile web of lies she's built to protect her family?
- GenresRomance
434 pages, Paperback
Published December 11, 2024
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About the author
Mariah L. Stevens
18 books111 followersMariah L. Stevens is a half-Black author and artist who lives in the PNW. She is diagnosed with Autism, BiPolar 1, and CPTSD. Mariah has been writing since she was 13 years old, and she plans to use her passion and life experience to help other survivors through the power of prose. She is a sex trafficking and Bulimia survivor that advocates for recovery and a life worth living. She encourages mental health awareness, as well as ED awareness in Black individuals, and weaves all of these elements into her work with the sole purpose of helping others seek recovery.
Mariah is a very creative person. She loves to write, draw, design fabric, sew lolita-style dresses, design her own book covers, and do different types of crafting. She loves Japanese fashion, Kingdom Hearts, Disneyland, and her cat, Chiiyo.
Mariah listens to metalcore and post-hardcore, has way too many pictures of MGK and Zendaya in her phone, and has 3 Kingdom Hearts tattoos.
She also really loves Godzilla.
Mariah is a very creative person. She loves to write, draw, design fabric, sew lolita-style dresses, design her own book covers, and do different types of crafting. She loves Japanese fashion, Kingdom Hearts, Disneyland, and her cat, Chiiyo.
Mariah listens to metalcore and post-hardcore, has way too many pictures of MGK and Zendaya in her phone, and has 3 Kingdom Hearts tattoos.
She also really loves Godzilla.
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August 8, 2024
"Trapped" is a must-read for anyone seeking an immersive and thought-provoking literary experience.
I believe I have found the perfect read for me in 2024. This book titled “Trapped” captured my attention right from the start, leaving me in a chokehold figuratively speaking. This book has left me in awe, and I am truly grateful for the opportunity to experience an advance copy for such an extraordinary work.
The author, Mariah Stevens, has truly done an amazing job in creating such a realistic and relatable story. It delves into complex subject matters, such as domestic relationships and why women often choose to stay. This book has the power to evoke emotions within you that you may not have even realized existed.
What sets "Trapped" apart is the author's masterful penmanship. Mariah Stevens possesses the ability to weave a dark and twisted tale that captivates the reader's attention. The author's ability to evoke emotions in the reader, particularly with themes of abuse, eating disorders, and forbidden love, is unparalleled. The narrative is masterfully crafted, drawing the reader into a world that is both enticing and thought-provoking.
Mariah Stevens crafts characters that are both complex and multifaceted, adding depth and nuance to the story. The protagonists, Naima and Jaden, are portrayed as clearly broken individuals who possess an enigmatic allure. Their relationship, fraught with tension and complexity, is the driving force behind the narrative.
As mentioned above the story revolves around two main characters, Naima and Jaden. Despite their clear brokenness, they possess an undeniable chemistry that is palpable throughout the pages. Their charismatic personalities shine brightly, captivating the reader with their intricate tale.
This book goes beyond the typical cliches and delves into the deep, dark corners of human experiences that are often avoided in literature. The author fearlessly tackles topics such as abuse, eating disorders, and forbidden love, creating a hauntingly beautiful story that stays with the reader long after the last page is turned. Mariah Steven’s unflinching approach to tackling these tough subjects makes this book stand out from others in its genre. She presents a raw and honest portrayal of difficult issues, creating a poignant and thought-provoking read. It is a testament to the author's talent and bravery in confronting uncomfortable topics and crafting a compelling narrative.
However, I must admit that this book is not for the faint of heart. It delves into dark and uncomfortable topics such as domestic violence and eating disorders. While the characters were well-written and relatable, the story can be triggering for some readers. It's important to approach this book with caution and take care of your mental well-being while reading it. Despite these potential dangers, I highly recommend this book for its gripping plot and thought-provoking themes. It's definitely a book that will stay with me for a long time.
To reiterate again, this is a must-read book for anyone who loves a gripping and emotional story. Mariah Stevens, has truly outdone herself with this masterpiece, creating realistic characters that resonate with any audience. The story delves into the complexities of domestic abuse, eating disorders, and forbidden love, bringing out emotions in the reader that they didn't know existed. Stevens' beautiful penmanship and ability to weave a dark, twisted tale will have you hooked from the first line. Trust me, this book will leave you in a chokehold until the very end.
Simply put, this book has exceeded all my expectations. It is a book that demands to be read, a book that will leave you questioning your own beliefs and emotions. Mariah Stevens has truly done a remarkable job in writing this captivating tale, and I eagerly await the release of her next masterpiece.
I believe I have found the perfect read for me in 2024. This book titled “Trapped” captured my attention right from the start, leaving me in a chokehold figuratively speaking. This book has left me in awe, and I am truly grateful for the opportunity to experience an advance copy for such an extraordinary work.
The author, Mariah Stevens, has truly done an amazing job in creating such a realistic and relatable story. It delves into complex subject matters, such as domestic relationships and why women often choose to stay. This book has the power to evoke emotions within you that you may not have even realized existed.
What sets "Trapped" apart is the author's masterful penmanship. Mariah Stevens possesses the ability to weave a dark and twisted tale that captivates the reader's attention. The author's ability to evoke emotions in the reader, particularly with themes of abuse, eating disorders, and forbidden love, is unparalleled. The narrative is masterfully crafted, drawing the reader into a world that is both enticing and thought-provoking.
Mariah Stevens crafts characters that are both complex and multifaceted, adding depth and nuance to the story. The protagonists, Naima and Jaden, are portrayed as clearly broken individuals who possess an enigmatic allure. Their relationship, fraught with tension and complexity, is the driving force behind the narrative.
As mentioned above the story revolves around two main characters, Naima and Jaden. Despite their clear brokenness, they possess an undeniable chemistry that is palpable throughout the pages. Their charismatic personalities shine brightly, captivating the reader with their intricate tale.
This book goes beyond the typical cliches and delves into the deep, dark corners of human experiences that are often avoided in literature. The author fearlessly tackles topics such as abuse, eating disorders, and forbidden love, creating a hauntingly beautiful story that stays with the reader long after the last page is turned. Mariah Steven’s unflinching approach to tackling these tough subjects makes this book stand out from others in its genre. She presents a raw and honest portrayal of difficult issues, creating a poignant and thought-provoking read. It is a testament to the author's talent and bravery in confronting uncomfortable topics and crafting a compelling narrative.
However, I must admit that this book is not for the faint of heart. It delves into dark and uncomfortable topics such as domestic violence and eating disorders. While the characters were well-written and relatable, the story can be triggering for some readers. It's important to approach this book with caution and take care of your mental well-being while reading it. Despite these potential dangers, I highly recommend this book for its gripping plot and thought-provoking themes. It's definitely a book that will stay with me for a long time.
To reiterate again, this is a must-read book for anyone who loves a gripping and emotional story. Mariah Stevens, has truly outdone herself with this masterpiece, creating realistic characters that resonate with any audience. The story delves into the complexities of domestic abuse, eating disorders, and forbidden love, bringing out emotions in the reader that they didn't know existed. Stevens' beautiful penmanship and ability to weave a dark, twisted tale will have you hooked from the first line. Trust me, this book will leave you in a chokehold until the very end.
Simply put, this book has exceeded all my expectations. It is a book that demands to be read, a book that will leave you questioning your own beliefs and emotions. Mariah Stevens has truly done a remarkable job in writing this captivating tale, and I eagerly await the release of her next masterpiece.
September 8, 2024
Can she balance surviving Callan on one hand and falling for Jaden on the other, or will her dangerous coping mechanisms destroy the fragile web of lies she's built to protect everyone who loves her?
Naima's character development throughout this book after everything she experienced is such a captivating read. It was so beautifully written and will leave you feeling so unbelievably raw.
Tropes:
- Friends to lovers
- Boyfriend's step brother
- Eating disorder representation
- Abusive relationship representation
Naima's character development throughout this book after everything she experienced is such a captivating read. It was so beautifully written and will leave you feeling so unbelievably raw.
Tropes:
- Friends to lovers
- Boyfriend's step brother
- Eating disorder representation
- Abusive relationship representation
August 7, 2024
This book will have you SCREAMING at the 3 main characters through the whole damn time. I love the growth Naima did by the end that woman deserves the entire universe. Hiro and Hakim are absolute KINGS I adore those two with my entire being🥹 this had me feeling ALL the feels the entire way through from being seething to giggling to sobbing, I cannot wait for book 2. You follow Naima through her journey of escaping an abusive relationship, it shows you the struggles and effects on your mental health that being in a situation like this can do. This is the perfect way to highlight awareness of the subject🩶
January 14, 2025
Wow what a book. Trapped has a lot of triggers. Definitely watch out for them. I loved this book. Could not put it down. Domestic violence, mental health concerns, eating disorders are some of the focus in this book. The author did really well with portraying it all. Could not put it down. I just need book 2 asap. I’m going through withdrawal after reading Trapped. Absolutely loved it!!!
January 24, 2025
This was really hard, but really good in so many ways. Maybe my rating will change depending on the second book but there were things that happened at the end that ruined the MMC for me.
August 2, 2024
"Trepped" by Mariah L. Stevens is an incredibly captivating book that draws you in from the very first page and doesn't let go until the last. At the heart of the story is Naima Okeke, a beautiful black girl whose exceptional character and unique perspective on the world immediately captivate the reader. Naima is not only impressive because of her outward beauty but also, and more importantly, because of her profound personality, great courage, and the way she deals with life's challenges.
The story of "Trepped" touches on many levels. Stevens masterfully keeps the reader on the edge of their seat, emotionally invested in every twist and turn. You experience highs and lows with Naima, hold your breath, and simply can't stop reading because you want to know what happens next. The author deftly handles serious topics with sensitivity and authenticity. Themes such as racism, identity, and self-discovery are portrayed with depth and nuance, without being preachy. This depth gives the book a special intensity, making it a valuable literary work.
Another highlight of the book is the smut scenes, which Stevens crafts with remarkable artistry. They are not only erotic but also artfully described, drawing the reader in completely. You find yourself grinning and kicking your feet as you eagerly devour the pages. These scenes are a testament to the fact that erotica and literary quality can indeed go hand in hand.
Mariah L. Stevens' storytelling is brilliant and well-thought-out. The plot is cleverly constructed and continually surprises with unexpected twists. Every character is multifaceted, adding depth to the story. It’s a joy to follow the development of the characters and grow alongside them. The author has an extraordinary talent for bringing emotions and thoughts to life, making the reader feel as though they are right there in the story.
"Trepped" is a book that leaves you wanting more. It's an absolute hidden gem that deserves much more attention. The mix of seriousness, compassion, and passion makes it one of the best books in recent times. The deeply drawn characters, gripping plot, and sensitive narration make this book an essential read.
I can’t wait to read more from Mariah L. Stevens and am eagerly anticipating her future works. "Trepped" is a must-read for anyone looking for an emotional, profound, and exciting read. It’s a book that stays with you long after you’ve finished it and provokes thoughtful reflection.
The story of "Trepped" touches on many levels. Stevens masterfully keeps the reader on the edge of their seat, emotionally invested in every twist and turn. You experience highs and lows with Naima, hold your breath, and simply can't stop reading because you want to know what happens next. The author deftly handles serious topics with sensitivity and authenticity. Themes such as racism, identity, and self-discovery are portrayed with depth and nuance, without being preachy. This depth gives the book a special intensity, making it a valuable literary work.
Another highlight of the book is the smut scenes, which Stevens crafts with remarkable artistry. They are not only erotic but also artfully described, drawing the reader in completely. You find yourself grinning and kicking your feet as you eagerly devour the pages. These scenes are a testament to the fact that erotica and literary quality can indeed go hand in hand.
Mariah L. Stevens' storytelling is brilliant and well-thought-out. The plot is cleverly constructed and continually surprises with unexpected twists. Every character is multifaceted, adding depth to the story. It’s a joy to follow the development of the characters and grow alongside them. The author has an extraordinary talent for bringing emotions and thoughts to life, making the reader feel as though they are right there in the story.
"Trepped" is a book that leaves you wanting more. It's an absolute hidden gem that deserves much more attention. The mix of seriousness, compassion, and passion makes it one of the best books in recent times. The deeply drawn characters, gripping plot, and sensitive narration make this book an essential read.
I can’t wait to read more from Mariah L. Stevens and am eagerly anticipating her future works. "Trepped" is a must-read for anyone looking for an emotional, profound, and exciting read. It’s a book that stays with you long after you’ve finished it and provokes thoughtful reflection.
July 5, 2025
Le contexte dans lequel j’ai découvert ce roman est un peu particulier. C’était dans le cadre d’un débat sur l’utilisation de Canva pour créer des couvertures et où l’autrice présentait ses couvertures qui avaient été faites via ce site pour montrer que, oui, il est tout à fait possible de créer quelque chose de qualitatif. C’est ce qui m’a poussée à me procurer ce livre.
Naima est prise au piège d’une relation violente. Son petit ami, Callan, abuse d’elle autant physiquement que psychologiquement. La jeune femme est impuissante et ne peut s’en sortir, même si ses sentiments pour Jaden, le demi-frère de son copain, sont présents. La question est… parviendra-t-elle à se défaire de l’emprise de Callan ?
Déjà, je me dois de faire certaines louanges par rapport à ce texte qui, oui, est particulièrement brutal (checkez les TW), mais qui a de nombreux atouts. Déjà, on souligne que c’est own voice et que les détails sont présents. On suit la psychologie de Naima, on compatit avec elle et on se met dans une colère atroce toutes les fois où Callan est dans les parages. On aimerait vraiment faire plus pour l’aider.
Aussi, j’apprécie qu’en début, l’autrice ait mentionné qu’elle écrivait ce livre pour offrir de la représentation aux femmes noires qui traversent le même genre de situation – tout en encourageant une voie proguérison – et qu’elle utilise volontairement le AAVE (African American Vernacular English) pour plus d’authenticité + souligner que c’est tout autant valide que l’anglais standard (ET C’EST VRAI). Ça, c’est juste super.
Concernant l’histoire en soit, même si elle est difficile, elle reste très bien écrite. Le nombre de fois où j’ai eu du mal pour Naima pendant ma lecture est un phénomène à étudier.
S’il y a bien un aspect que j’ai moins apprécié, c’est bien tout ce qui concerne la romance avec Jaden – et NON, ce n’est pas parce qu’il y en a une ! Jaden est un gars super (malgré quelques red flags sur lesquels il doit retravailler) et j’espère bien qu’au fond ils finissent ensemble. Ceci dit, j’ai plus tendance à penser qu’il faut laisser à Naima le temps de se remettre de ce qui lui est arrivé AVANT qu’elle ne se lance dans une nouvelle relation. Mais bon, ça, c’est moi.
Bref, une belle découverte malgré le sujet plus dur. Si vous vous en sentez capables, n’hésitez pas.
Naima est prise au piège d’une relation violente. Son petit ami, Callan, abuse d’elle autant physiquement que psychologiquement. La jeune femme est impuissante et ne peut s’en sortir, même si ses sentiments pour Jaden, le demi-frère de son copain, sont présents. La question est… parviendra-t-elle à se défaire de l’emprise de Callan ?
Déjà, je me dois de faire certaines louanges par rapport à ce texte qui, oui, est particulièrement brutal (checkez les TW), mais qui a de nombreux atouts. Déjà, on souligne que c’est own voice et que les détails sont présents. On suit la psychologie de Naima, on compatit avec elle et on se met dans une colère atroce toutes les fois où Callan est dans les parages. On aimerait vraiment faire plus pour l’aider.
Aussi, j’apprécie qu’en début, l’autrice ait mentionné qu’elle écrivait ce livre pour offrir de la représentation aux femmes noires qui traversent le même genre de situation – tout en encourageant une voie proguérison – et qu’elle utilise volontairement le AAVE (African American Vernacular English) pour plus d’authenticité + souligner que c’est tout autant valide que l’anglais standard (ET C’EST VRAI). Ça, c’est juste super.
Concernant l’histoire en soit, même si elle est difficile, elle reste très bien écrite. Le nombre de fois où j’ai eu du mal pour Naima pendant ma lecture est un phénomène à étudier.
S’il y a bien un aspect que j’ai moins apprécié, c’est bien tout ce qui concerne la romance avec Jaden – et NON, ce n’est pas parce qu’il y en a une ! Jaden est un gars super (malgré quelques red flags sur lesquels il doit retravailler) et j’espère bien qu’au fond ils finissent ensemble. Ceci dit, j’ai plus tendance à penser qu’il faut laisser à Naima le temps de se remettre de ce qui lui est arrivé AVANT qu’elle ne se lance dans une nouvelle relation. Mais bon, ça, c’est moi.
Bref, une belle découverte malgré le sujet plus dur. Si vous vous en sentez capables, n’hésitez pas.
September 19, 2024
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𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘣𝘰𝘰𝘬 𝘴𝘵𝘢𝘳𝘵𝘴 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘍𝘔𝘊 𝘕𝘢𝘪𝘮𝘢 𝘖𝘬𝘦𝘬𝘦 𝘩𝘢𝘷𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘢 𝘵𝘰𝘶𝘨𝘩 𝘵𝘪𝘮𝘦 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘩𝘦𝘳 𝘣𝘰𝘺𝘧𝘳𝘪𝘦𝘯𝘥 𝘊𝘢𝘭𝘭𝘢𝘯 𝘛𝘩𝘰𝘮𝘱𝘴𝘰𝘯. 𝘐’𝘭𝘭 𝘩𝘢𝘷𝘦 𝘵𝘰 𝘱𝘢𝘶𝘴𝘦 𝘩𝘦𝘳𝘦 𝘵𝘰 𝘢𝘥𝘥𝘳𝘦𝘴𝘴 𝘫𝘶𝘴𝘵 𝘩𝘰𝘸 𝘥𝘪𝘴𝘵𝘶𝘳𝘣𝘪𝘯𝘨𝘭𝘺 𝘷𝘪𝘰𝘭𝘦𝘯𝘵 𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘴 𝘨𝘶𝘺 𝘪𝘴. 𝘏𝘦’𝘴 𝘢 𝘫𝘦𝘳𝘬 𝘰𝘧 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘩𝘪𝘨𝘩𝘦𝘴𝘵 𝘰𝘳𝘥𝘦𝘳 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘳𝘪𝘨𝘩𝘵 𝘧𝘳𝘰𝘮 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘣𝘦𝘨𝘪𝘯𝘯𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘸𝘦 𝘨𝘦𝘵 𝘵𝘰 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘯𝘦𝘴𝘴 𝘩𝘪𝘴 𝘤𝘳𝘢𝘻𝘺 𝘱𝘴𝘺𝘤𝘩𝘰𝘵𝘪𝘤 𝘵𝘦𝘯𝘥𝘦𝘯𝘤𝘪𝘦𝘴 𝘢𝘴 𝘩𝘦 𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘴𝘵𝘢𝘯𝘵𝘭𝘺 𝘴𝘦𝘵𝘴 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘦𝘹𝘢𝘮𝘱𝘭𝘦 𝘰𝘧 𝘢𝘯 𝘦𝘹𝘤𝘦𝘱𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘢𝘭𝘭𝘺 𝘢𝘣𝘶𝘴𝘪𝘷𝘦 𝘳𝘦𝘭𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘴𝘩𝘪𝘱.
𝘚𝘩𝘦’𝘴 𝘩𝘢𝘳𝘥𝘭𝘺 𝘩𝘰𝘭𝘥𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘪𝘵 𝘵𝘰𝘨𝘦𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘳 𝘸𝘩𝘦𝘯 𝘑𝘢𝘥𝘦𝘯, 𝘊𝘢𝘭𝘭𝘢𝘯’𝘴 𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘱 𝘣𝘳𝘰𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘳, 𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘱𝘴 𝘪𝘯𝘵𝘰 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘱𝘪𝘤𝘵𝘶𝘳𝘦 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘴𝘰𝘰𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘵𝘸𝘰 𝘰𝘧 𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘮 𝘢𝘳𝘦 𝘨𝘦𝘵𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘤𝘭𝘰𝘴𝘦𝘳 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘺 𝘩𝘢𝘥 𝘢𝘯𝘵𝘪𝘤𝘪𝘱𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘥. 𝘛𝘩𝘪𝘯𝘨𝘴 𝘢𝘳𝘦 𝘴𝘦𝘵 𝘪𝘯𝘵𝘰 𝘮𝘰𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘩𝘦𝘳 𝘧𝘢𝘮𝘪𝘭𝘺 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘧𝘳𝘪𝘦𝘯𝘥𝘴 𝘨𝘳𝘢𝘥𝘶𝘢𝘭𝘭𝘺 𝘧𝘪𝘯𝘥��𝘯𝘨 𝘰𝘶𝘵 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘣𝘪𝘻𝘢𝘳𝘳𝘦𝘯𝘦𝘴𝘴 𝘰𝘧 𝘊𝘢𝘭𝘭𝘢𝘯 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘕𝘢𝘪𝘮𝘢’𝘴 𝘳𝘦𝘭𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘴𝘩𝘪𝘱, 𝘸𝘩𝘪𝘤𝘩 𝘶𝘭𝘵𝘪𝘮𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘭𝘺 𝘭𝘦𝘢𝘥𝘴 𝘵𝘰 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘭𝘪𝘻𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘵𝘩����𝘵 𝘴𝘩𝘦 𝘢𝘭𝘸𝘢𝘺𝘴 𝘩𝘢𝘥 𝘪𝘵 𝘪𝘯 𝘩𝘦𝘳 𝘵𝘰 𝘣𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘬 𝘧𝘳𝘦𝘦 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘳𝘦𝘨𝘢𝘪𝘯 𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘵𝘳𝘰𝘭 𝘰𝘷𝘦𝘳 𝘩𝘦𝘳 𝘭𝘪𝘧𝘦.
𝘖𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘢𝘭𝘭, 𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘴 𝘣𝘰𝘰𝘬 𝘪𝘴 𝘪𝘮𝘮𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘪𝘷𝘦 𝘵𝘰 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘱𝘰𝘪𝘯𝘵 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘐 𝘤𝘰𝘶𝘭𝘥 𝘧𝘦𝘦𝘭 𝘦𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘺 𝘴𝘪𝘯𝘨𝘭𝘦 𝘦𝘮𝘰𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯, 𝘩𝘦𝘢𝘳𝘵𝘣𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘬 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘢𝘭𝘭. 𝘐 𝘧𝘦𝘭𝘵 𝘭𝘪𝘬𝘦 𝘐 𝘩𝘢𝘥 𝘣𝘦𝘦𝘯 𝘵𝘳𝘢𝘯𝘴𝘱𝘰𝘳𝘵𝘦𝘥 𝘪𝘯𝘴𝘪𝘥𝘦 𝘕𝘢𝘪𝘮𝘢’𝘴 𝘸𝘰𝘳𝘭𝘥.
(𝐏𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐞 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐩𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐛𝐞𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐝𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐛𝐨𝐨𝐤)
𝓡𝓮𝓿𝓲𝓮𝔀:
𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘣𝘰𝘰𝘬 𝘴𝘵𝘢𝘳𝘵𝘴 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘍𝘔𝘊 𝘕𝘢𝘪𝘮𝘢 𝘖𝘬𝘦𝘬𝘦 𝘩𝘢𝘷𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘢 𝘵𝘰𝘶𝘨𝘩 𝘵𝘪𝘮𝘦 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘩𝘦𝘳 𝘣𝘰𝘺𝘧𝘳𝘪𝘦𝘯𝘥 𝘊𝘢𝘭𝘭𝘢𝘯 𝘛𝘩𝘰𝘮𝘱𝘴𝘰𝘯. 𝘐’𝘭𝘭 𝘩𝘢𝘷𝘦 𝘵𝘰 𝘱𝘢𝘶𝘴𝘦 𝘩𝘦𝘳𝘦 𝘵𝘰 𝘢𝘥𝘥𝘳𝘦𝘴𝘴 𝘫𝘶𝘴𝘵 𝘩𝘰𝘸 𝘥𝘪𝘴𝘵𝘶𝘳𝘣𝘪𝘯𝘨𝘭𝘺 𝘷𝘪𝘰𝘭𝘦𝘯𝘵 𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘴 𝘨𝘶𝘺 𝘪𝘴. 𝘏𝘦’𝘴 𝘢 𝘫𝘦𝘳𝘬 𝘰𝘧 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘩𝘪𝘨𝘩𝘦𝘴𝘵 𝘰𝘳𝘥𝘦𝘳 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘳𝘪𝘨𝘩𝘵 𝘧𝘳𝘰𝘮 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘣𝘦𝘨𝘪𝘯𝘯𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘸𝘦 𝘨𝘦𝘵 𝘵𝘰 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘯𝘦𝘴𝘴 𝘩𝘪𝘴 𝘤𝘳𝘢𝘻𝘺 𝘱𝘴𝘺𝘤𝘩𝘰𝘵𝘪𝘤 𝘵𝘦𝘯𝘥𝘦𝘯𝘤𝘪𝘦𝘴 𝘢𝘴 𝘩𝘦 𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘴𝘵𝘢𝘯𝘵𝘭𝘺 𝘴𝘦𝘵𝘴 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘦𝘹𝘢𝘮𝘱𝘭𝘦 𝘰𝘧 𝘢𝘯 𝘦𝘹𝘤𝘦𝘱𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘢𝘭𝘭𝘺 𝘢𝘣𝘶𝘴𝘪𝘷𝘦 𝘳𝘦𝘭𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘴𝘩𝘪𝘱.
𝘚𝘩𝘦’𝘴 𝘩𝘢𝘳𝘥𝘭𝘺 𝘩𝘰𝘭𝘥𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘪𝘵 𝘵𝘰𝘨𝘦𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘳 𝘸𝘩𝘦𝘯 𝘑𝘢𝘥𝘦𝘯, 𝘊𝘢𝘭𝘭𝘢𝘯’𝘴 𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘱 𝘣𝘳𝘰𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘳, 𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘱𝘴 𝘪𝘯𝘵𝘰 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘱𝘪𝘤𝘵𝘶𝘳𝘦 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘴𝘰𝘰𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘵𝘸𝘰 𝘰𝘧 𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘮 𝘢𝘳𝘦 𝘨𝘦𝘵𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘤𝘭𝘰𝘴𝘦𝘳 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘺 𝘩𝘢𝘥 𝘢𝘯𝘵𝘪𝘤𝘪𝘱𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘥. 𝘛𝘩𝘪𝘯𝘨𝘴 𝘢𝘳𝘦 𝘴𝘦𝘵 𝘪𝘯𝘵𝘰 𝘮𝘰𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘩𝘦𝘳 𝘧𝘢𝘮𝘪𝘭𝘺 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘧𝘳𝘪𝘦𝘯𝘥𝘴 𝘨𝘳𝘢𝘥𝘶𝘢𝘭𝘭𝘺 𝘧𝘪𝘯𝘥��𝘯𝘨 𝘰𝘶𝘵 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘣𝘪𝘻𝘢𝘳𝘳𝘦𝘯𝘦𝘴𝘴 𝘰𝘧 𝘊𝘢𝘭𝘭𝘢𝘯 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘕𝘢𝘪𝘮𝘢’𝘴 𝘳𝘦𝘭𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘴𝘩𝘪𝘱, 𝘸𝘩𝘪𝘤𝘩 𝘶𝘭𝘵𝘪𝘮𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘭𝘺 𝘭𝘦𝘢𝘥𝘴 𝘵𝘰 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘭𝘪𝘻𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘵𝘩����𝘵 𝘴𝘩𝘦 𝘢𝘭𝘸𝘢𝘺𝘴 𝘩𝘢𝘥 𝘪𝘵 𝘪𝘯 𝘩𝘦𝘳 𝘵𝘰 𝘣𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘬 𝘧𝘳𝘦𝘦 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘳𝘦𝘨𝘢𝘪𝘯 𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘵𝘳𝘰𝘭 𝘰𝘷𝘦𝘳 𝘩𝘦𝘳 𝘭𝘪𝘧𝘦.
𝘖𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘢𝘭𝘭, 𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘴 𝘣𝘰𝘰𝘬 𝘪𝘴 𝘪𝘮𝘮𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘪𝘷𝘦 𝘵𝘰 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘱𝘰𝘪𝘯𝘵 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘐 𝘤𝘰𝘶𝘭𝘥 𝘧𝘦𝘦𝘭 𝘦𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘺 𝘴𝘪𝘯𝘨𝘭𝘦 𝘦𝘮𝘰𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯, 𝘩𝘦𝘢𝘳𝘵𝘣𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘬 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘢𝘭𝘭. 𝘐 𝘧𝘦𝘭𝘵 𝘭𝘪𝘬𝘦 𝘐 𝘩𝘢𝘥 𝘣𝘦𝘦𝘯 𝘵𝘳𝘢𝘯𝘴𝘱𝘰𝘳𝘵𝘦𝘥 𝘪𝘯𝘴𝘪𝘥𝘦 𝘕𝘢𝘪𝘮𝘢’𝘴 𝘸𝘰𝘳𝘭𝘥.
(𝐏𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐞 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐩𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐛𝐞𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐝𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐛𝐨𝐨𝐤)
September 6, 2024
5/5 ⭐️ 1/5 🌶️
Wow, wow, WOW. I absolutely loved this book. As someone who has been through her own traumas and having briefly spoken with the author as well it really amazes me how people can go through things and come out the other side stronger. This story is complex and beautifully written. This book had me feeling all of the emotions, in The best way possible. And this is such an amazing way to bring awareness to such topics. Things I feel that aren’t spoken enough about. I can’t say enough good things about this. If you want an emotional and raw read. This is the one. And I absolutely cannot wait for the second book. I have to say this author is going to be an auto-buy author for me in the future. 💜 This book exceeded my expectations by MILES. I knew it would be good. But not this good. I absolutely lovvvvvved it.
I did receive this as an ARC but the review is all my own.
Wow, wow, WOW. I absolutely loved this book. As someone who has been through her own traumas and having briefly spoken with the author as well it really amazes me how people can go through things and come out the other side stronger. This story is complex and beautifully written. This book had me feeling all of the emotions, in The best way possible. And this is such an amazing way to bring awareness to such topics. Things I feel that aren’t spoken enough about. I can’t say enough good things about this. If you want an emotional and raw read. This is the one. And I absolutely cannot wait for the second book. I have to say this author is going to be an auto-buy author for me in the future. 💜 This book exceeded my expectations by MILES. I knew it would be good. But not this good. I absolutely lovvvvvved it.
I did receive this as an ARC but the review is all my own.
January 10, 2025
Gonna be perfectly blunt. This was a rough read. Like really rough, but it was so freaking powerful. This author did a masterful job of putting me in her heroine’s shoes, and I felt all the emotions with her. Fear, anger, anxiety, hatred, elation and finally relief and freedom.
As refreshing as Nai and Jade’s love affair was from all the heaviness going on, their relationship was like the eye in a hurricane. There was a beautiful calm when they were together, but it was just a lull for the violent windstorm that was sure to follow. In the end, the love story I was most invested in was Naima falling in love with HERSELF.
This was a hard book to get through, not just due to the content but because it was so expertly written that the emotions were magnified. This ain’t no beach reach for sure. It’s unlikely that I will ever go back and reread parts of this book because some of it was just too freaking painful. (I also needed to see Callen suffer the nine circles of Hell, but that is a different rant.) But while I might not go back and reread parts of this book (maybe I’ll revisit the sweet parts with Nai and Jade with some distance), I won’t ever forget this experience.
I’m invested in Naima’s journey now, and I want to see where the next chapter takes her.
As refreshing as Nai and Jade’s love affair was from all the heaviness going on, their relationship was like the eye in a hurricane. There was a beautiful calm when they were together, but it was just a lull for the violent windstorm that was sure to follow. In the end, the love story I was most invested in was Naima falling in love with HERSELF.
This was a hard book to get through, not just due to the content but because it was so expertly written that the emotions were magnified. This ain’t no beach reach for sure. It’s unlikely that I will ever go back and reread parts of this book because some of it was just too freaking painful. (I also needed to see Callen suffer the nine circles of Hell, but that is a different rant.) But while I might not go back and reread parts of this book (maybe I’ll revisit the sweet parts with Nai and Jade with some distance), I won’t ever forget this experience.
I’m invested in Naima’s journey now, and I want to see where the next chapter takes her.
December 27, 2024
Being a survivor of coercive behaviour and violence this book really hit home, it’s not for the faint of heart, it follows Naima who is being controlled by Callen he gets violent with her and sometimes takes it further, she is friends with his brother Jaden where she forms a relationship with him where she was in love with him but only to find it started out as payback for Callen sleeping with Jadens girlfriend, I broke down a few times through this book and I hope there is a book 2 with a happy ending for Naima and Jaden this book was well written the author being a survivor
March 24, 2025
I got an arc, but my rating/review are my own!
I feel so baddd for only now reading this arc :(
And I feel bad that this was not for me :( I don't think this author is for me 😭😭
I dnf at 12%
I don't remember the trigger warnings but I don't think I would sign for the arc if I knew this had "domestic violence" in present time (I know is not the mmc, that may be way I sign, but is was in the present time not like a memory/past) I couldn't read past chapter 7.
And I don't like how the author writes her fmc's, they are just not for me personally :(
I feel so baddd for only now reading this arc :(
And I feel bad that this was not for me :( I don't think this author is for me 😭😭
I dnf at 12%
I don't remember the trigger warnings but I don't think I would sign for the arc if I knew this had "domestic violence" in present time (I know is not the mmc, that may be way I sign, but is was in the present time not like a memory/past) I couldn't read past chapter 7.
And I don't like how the author writes her fmc's, they are just not for me personally :(
July 18, 2024
i’m gonna be honest… this book hit me hard. every abusive word, scenario, and the end result spoke to me. i’ve been through these events, and i felt so validated that someone could hear my inner most thoughts.
i will say, until the end, i was disappointed in how i thought it would end, but then the twist and i just felt relief.
thank you. for being a voice to those of us who can barely speak about it.
i will say, until the end, i was disappointed in how i thought it would end, but then the twist and i just felt relief.
thank you. for being a voice to those of us who can barely speak about it.
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September 2, 2024
The cover is absolutely stunning, Mariah L. Stevens is extremely talented when it comes to her artwork. Trapped tugs at the heartstrings and has all the feels, but even though it was such a good book, it was also heartbreaking to read, and it makes you appreciate the relationships that you have and to not take them for granted.
September 16, 2020
This book was a great read. It was both frustrating and hope inspiring! I had to read it in sections because it was a bit emotionally overwhelming for me at times. However I very highly recommend it. Mariah is such an engaging author and this book delivers!
December 15, 2024
I received this as a ARC and I dnf it I tried so hard but the book was so confusing 😕 I made it to 15 percent and couldn't go any further
December 23, 2024
This was so well written and pulled you into the story right away! You deeply feel for her through her struggles with an abusive boyfriend and eating disorders. Five stars and highly recommended.
December 31, 2024
Loved it!!
December 14, 2024
Warning: Intense and graphic content. Spoilers ahead.
I was engrossed in this book from beginning to end. Some of the scenes are very intense and stressful. It gave a deeper insight to topics not commonly written about in fiction. The abuse isn’t romanticized or sexualized. Naima stays for her safety rather than her being in love. You can feel her raw emotions and pained expressions. This the book is extremely well written. I was on the edge of my seat and enjoyed it immensely. If you want a change of pace and you’re fine with the trigger warnings definitely consider reading Trapped.
I was engrossed in this book from beginning to end. Some of the scenes are very intense and stressful. It gave a deeper insight to topics not commonly written about in fiction. The abuse isn’t romanticized or sexualized. Naima stays for her safety rather than her being in love. You can feel her raw emotions and pained expressions. This the book is extremely well written. I was on the edge of my seat and enjoyed it immensely. If you want a change of pace and you’re fine with the trigger warnings definitely consider reading Trapped.
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