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Bone Deep
I never meant to build a life among the dead—but it was the one thing that made sense. The work was quiet, methodical. It gave me space to breathe. To keep things simple.
Then Patrick Dalton walked through the door.
Warm, charming, gentle, devastatingly perfect.
He made my chest ache, even when I tried to keep him at arm’s length. And he made me want more.
And for a while, I let myself believe I could have that.
But life has a way of shifting itself.
And the things we think we’ve buried don’t always stay gone.
Then Patrick Dalton walked through the door.
Warm, charming, gentle, devastatingly perfect.
He made my chest ache, even when I tried to keep him at arm’s length. And he made me want more.
And for a while, I let myself believe I could have that.
But life has a way of shifting itself.
And the things we think we’ve buried don’t always stay gone.
333 pages, Kindle Edition
First published June 30, 2025
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Rachael Chadwick
4 books208 followersRachael Chadwick is a UK based author who writes dark romance, because real-life men have given her enough emotional damage—and it’s never as sexy as it is in the books. When she’s not dreaming up morally confused love interests that actually deserve redemption, she’s wrangling her two sons, ruling over a tiny army of cats, and abandoning yet another hobby. She firmly believes red flags are only attractive in fiction and that those ink on paper happily-ever-afters are sweeter when they come with a little suffering first.
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April 27, 2025Hello!
It’s almost publication day for Bone Deep. Ahh, so exciting!
I’ve been made aware that the QR codes in the paperback seem to be playing up a little, unfortunately I can’t do anything about that right now. So here are the links to my Spotify and Pinterest if you want some vibes!
All the love x
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It’s almost publication day for Bone Deep. Ahh, so exciting!
I’ve been made aware that the QR codes in the paperback seem to be playing up a little, unfortunately I can’t do anything about that right now. So here are the links to my Spotify and Pinterest if you want some vibes!
All the love x
https://open.spotify.com/user/31t5ydb...
https://pin.it/5b704t8Cs
May 2, 2025
i got this book from the authors tiktok in promotion of it!
i really loved the authors writing style a lot, and i loved the character of levana - i know why she made the choices she did and i get the stockholm syndrome thing but my GOD girl u should’ve run SO many times 😭😭
i hate patrick.
i hate him.
i know why he is the way he is and i get that, still find him absolutely insufferable and disgusting.
i HATE a pregnancy trope and honestly, every second of this book made me so uncomfortable but that’s not to say it’s a BAD book bc it isn’t, it’s meant to make you uncomfortable but oh my god it succeeds.
I loved elliot. team elliot forever. he is perfect.
i honestly had no idea where this book was going for the majority of the time which kept things fun. i had a fear that this was gonna become a harem book for a hot sec but glad it didn’t!
however bc i hated patrick so much i had to skim / skip all the smut/spice scenes (including improper use of embalming equipment 😔) which i have NEVER done before but it just made me feel sick to read 🤢 i could not vibe w them as a couple which honestly is a credit to how well his character is written.
honestly i think the portrayal of mental health issues was well done, and it showed the brutal reality of these issues which again made the book uncomfortable to read, but in a realistic way.
going from elsie silver to this was a WILD trajectory in my reading list (would not recommend this unless you want WHIPLASH 🤣🫨) but i think this author is great and i will definitely read more of her books!
i really loved the authors writing style a lot, and i loved the character of levana - i know why she made the choices she did and i get the stockholm syndrome thing but my GOD girl u should’ve run SO many times 😭😭
i hate patrick.
i hate him.
i know why he is the way he is and i get that, still find him absolutely insufferable and disgusting.
i HATE a pregnancy trope and honestly, every second of this book made me so uncomfortable but that’s not to say it’s a BAD book bc it isn’t, it’s meant to make you uncomfortable but oh my god it succeeds.
I loved elliot. team elliot forever. he is perfect.
i honestly had no idea where this book was going for the majority of the time which kept things fun. i had a fear that this was gonna become a harem book for a hot sec but glad it didn’t!
however bc i hated patrick so much i had to skim / skip all the smut/spice scenes (including improper use of embalming equipment 😔) which i have NEVER done before but it just made me feel sick to read 🤢 i could not vibe w them as a couple which honestly is a credit to how well his character is written.
honestly i think the portrayal of mental health issues was well done, and it showed the brutal reality of these issues which again made the book uncomfortable to read, but in a realistic way.
going from elsie silver to this was a WILD trajectory in my reading list (would not recommend this unless you want WHIPLASH 🤣🫨) but i think this author is great and i will definitely read more of her books!
May 19, 2025
Firstly I’m glad I didn’t read reviews before reading this book cause so many of you need to hit that spoilers button before posting the review so many have given so much of the story away in your reviews.
Now onto my spoiler free review.
This is the 2nd book that’s left me 🤯 this month! Usually I can see plot twists coming .. but this left me 😧 when it happened I had to go back and forth on a few pages to make sure I was reading it correctly. 😄
💀: Lev never meant to build a life among the dead—but it was the one thing that made sense. The work was quiet, methodical. It gave her space to breathe.
Then Patrick came into her life.
Warm, charming, handsome, perfect. But life has a way of shifting itself.
And the things we think we’ve buried don’t always stay gone.
💀:
I went into this blind only knowing it was a psychological dark romance. And I’m so glad I did cause it was absolutely brilliant. Was there red flags that Lev ignored yes .. but Bone Deep gave me all the emotions including making me cry. That alone makes it 5 stars.
⚠️Please remember to read the trigger warnings as there’s many. But if you don’t have any I would fully recommend diving into this one now.
Now onto my spoiler free review.
This is the 2nd book that’s left me 🤯 this month! Usually I can see plot twists coming .. but this left me 😧 when it happened I had to go back and forth on a few pages to make sure I was reading it correctly. 😄
💀: Lev never meant to build a life among the dead—but it was the one thing that made sense. The work was quiet, methodical. It gave her space to breathe.
Then Patrick came into her life.
Warm, charming, handsome, perfect. But life has a way of shifting itself.
And the things we think we’ve buried don’t always stay gone.
💀:
I went into this blind only knowing it was a psychological dark romance. And I’m so glad I did cause it was absolutely brilliant. Was there red flags that Lev ignored yes .. but Bone Deep gave me all the emotions including making me cry. That alone makes it 5 stars.
⚠️Please remember to read the trigger warnings as there’s many. But if you don’t have any I would fully recommend diving into this one now.
April 21, 2025
Had the absolute honour of being an ARC reader of this masterpiece.
Definitely take heed of the trigger warnings. They are there with good reason, but Bone Deep is a phenomenal read from start to finish! I know the saying is "Don't judge a book by its cover," but in this case, the story is as beautiful and dark as the cover suggests!
What doesn't this book have?!
Spice? Check!
Drama? Tenfold!
A well thought-out plot? 110%
There are more twists and turns than a helter skelter. Right from the start, I was locked in, and I couldn't put it down!
Rachael, you went above and beyond! The details, the descriptions, even the small details; I felt like I was there!
Absolutely LOVED this book! Cannot wait to see what Rachael has lined up for us in the future. Chef's kiss!
Definitely take heed of the trigger warnings. They are there with good reason, but Bone Deep is a phenomenal read from start to finish! I know the saying is "Don't judge a book by its cover," but in this case, the story is as beautiful and dark as the cover suggests!
What doesn't this book have?!
Spice? Check!
Drama? Tenfold!
A well thought-out plot? 110%
There are more twists and turns than a helter skelter. Right from the start, I was locked in, and I couldn't put it down!
Rachael, you went above and beyond! The details, the descriptions, even the small details; I felt like I was there!
Absolutely LOVED this book! Cannot wait to see what Rachael has lined up for us in the future. Chef's kiss!
April 24, 2025
I was kindly sent an ARC to read and review, all opinions are my own.
I don't even know where to begin with this review!
I was gripped from the beginning, the amount of detail not just in the characters but also the details of mortuary work which really made the story come to life. Rachael has written some really powerful characters and makes you feel strong emotions for and against them.
The way you didn't know what would happen next, the intensity at times of the plot and character choices had me in a chokehold. Also has a good amount of spice. I think I was on the edge of my seat especially with the last quarter of the book!
5/5 would definitely recommend
Make sure you check the TWs in the book before reading.
I don't even know where to begin with this review!
I was gripped from the beginning, the amount of detail not just in the characters but also the details of mortuary work which really made the story come to life. Rachael has written some really powerful characters and makes you feel strong emotions for and against them.
The way you didn't know what would happen next, the intensity at times of the plot and character choices had me in a chokehold. Also has a good amount of spice. I think I was on the edge of my seat especially with the last quarter of the book!
5/5 would definitely recommend
Make sure you check the TWs in the book before reading.
June 4, 2025
First, it’s not a romance at all more like a horror story that reminds me to too much of the men today. The mmc starts all warm and innocent and quickly takes a steep dive into a terrifying person. The smut was good but since the mmc needed to genuinely get help, I couldn’t get into so I don’t think it was needed after a bit. I felt so much for the fmc but I definitely wanted to smack her up the head to knock some sense into her. The descriptive writing made it feel like you were physically in some scenes in the book. Overall good as a psychological thriller, but I don’t think it should be marketed as a romance at all when really only the smut is the “romance” and once you start reading the mmc pov the smut becomes uncomfortable.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
June 10, 2025
Dark? Yes. Dirty? Yes. Unexpected plot twist? Yes. Did I again question myself as to why I enjoyed it? Also yes. 👍🏼
December 14, 2025
welp, my guess on that ending was totally incorrect!
what a journey, & all from a nightmare? spectacular mind!
what a journey, & all from a nightmare? spectacular mind!
November 16, 2025
I may have said wtf a million times throughout this book. The twists and turns, when you think it’s going in one direction…then another reveal 😳
This is a DARK romance so check TW! But, honestly this was amazing and held my attention the whole way through.
This is a DARK romance so check TW! But, honestly this was amazing and held my attention the whole way through.
June 4, 2025
This book is so fucking dumb I’m so frustrated that I even spent my time on it.
The MMC had some crazy trauma and I really felt for him but holy shit keeping your child’s corpse in a crib and forcing your romantic interest to sleep next to it ??? Oh yeah and then force her to get preggers but poking holes in the condoms? Yep cool
The MMC had some crazy trauma and I really felt for him but holy shit keeping your child’s corpse in a crib and forcing your romantic interest to sleep next to it ??? Oh yeah and then force her to get preggers but poking holes in the condoms? Yep cool
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
May 19, 2025
I was almost calling in sick to work with whiplash and a dislocated jaw because of this book!
Talk about twists. This story has the best twist of 2025 for me!
What starts off as an innocent love story became dark and twisted!
I hated Patrick's character, I was team Elliot throughout!
This was my first book from this author, and after this one, it definitely will not be my last!
Talk about twists. This story has the best twist of 2025 for me!
What starts off as an innocent love story became dark and twisted!
I hated Patrick's character, I was team Elliot throughout!
This was my first book from this author, and after this one, it definitely will not be my last!
October 21, 2025
Oh god, this book has one of my favourite tropes (or is it twists?) ever. One that I rarely speak out about because it is so rare to find any book that does it so well. I've read one Japanese shoujo manga with this trope, and that was it. I can't even talk about it because I don't want to jinx it. That was how sacred this trope is. One day, mark my word, I'll find that perfect book with this perfect trope (or is it a twist?).
With that said, this book definitely was going in the right direction for that trope. It almost hits the spot. Almost, the keyword. Because, man, I love it when it goes off the rails, but something about the execution made it all kind of... I don't know what word to use... maybe slightly disappointing? It was almost perfect, the whole mindfuckness, but then, it turned more depressing than I expected. Maybe that was not what this book is about. Perhaps it is intended to be depressing and unsatisfying. Messy ending was not the goal here. If so, this is all my opinion. This book may be perfect for you guys who want some realism, heartache, mindfuckedness and darkness in your dark romance.
If you want to know if this book has an HEA?
And yes, this is a very vague of a review, trust me, you want to go into this blindly. Trust me.
With that said, this book definitely was going in the right direction for that trope. It almost hits the spot. Almost, the keyword. Because, man, I love it when it goes off the rails, but something about the execution made it all kind of... I don't know what word to use... maybe slightly disappointing? It was almost perfect, the whole mindfuckness, but then, it turned more depressing than I expected. Maybe that was not what this book is about. Perhaps it is intended to be depressing and unsatisfying. Messy ending was not the goal here. If so, this is all my opinion. This book may be perfect for you guys who want some realism, heartache, mindfuckedness and darkness in your dark romance.
If you want to know if this book has an HEA?
And yes, this is a very vague of a review, trust me, you want to go into this blindly. Trust me.
August 26, 2025
Oh he broken, broken.
July 6, 2025
This book gave me Tobias and Aria vibes especially toward the end…but in a good way. It obviously had a way different storyline.
It does start off fairly “normal” but definitely something…once you hit that one part though you start to see the madness. It escalates so quickly but in the best way.
Honestly some parts are heartbreaking because of the trauma and what that trauma does to a persons brain. I absolutely loved the ending.
It does start off fairly “normal” but definitely something…once you hit that one part though you start to see the madness. It escalates so quickly but in the best way.
Honestly some parts are heartbreaking because of the trauma and what that trauma does to a persons brain. I absolutely loved the ending.
July 7, 2025
The perfect man: handsome, funny, charming. When it seems to good to be true, it often is. Which was definitely the case with Patrick.
I went into this knowing it's a psychological dark romance. It's there in the title. This means you know that Patrick isn't going to be as perfect as he is initially portrayed to be. For me, it was the line 'she's soon going to be a Dalton, she'll be here to help' that hit hard and was when the twists really started warping into something disturbing.
Bone Deep had a dark atmosphere from the offset as the mfc works in embalming. This setting really keeps you guessing where this book is going to go and I'm very relieved to report there is no necro in this. But there is at least one kinky scene that was rather disturbing but, I will admit, written rather well. I almost feel guilty for enjoying the spicy scenes in this book lol.
I was questioning Levana's decisions, would she really have to continue on having sex with a man who put her through all that? Would she really continue to love him? Her inability to try and get help annoyed me a little bit, especially the hospital scene. I haven't quite figure out if these feelings are the result of good or bad writing.
I thought with how far this book goes, it wouldn't shy away from a darker, more deadly ending. The ending was ok but felt a bit lacklustre to me. I didn't feel satisfied by it, but again, this might be how the author wanted me to feel.
I went into this knowing it's a psychological dark romance. It's there in the title. This means you know that Patrick isn't going to be as perfect as he is initially portrayed to be. For me, it was the line 'she's soon going to be a Dalton, she'll be here to help' that hit hard and was when the twists really started warping into something disturbing.
Bone Deep had a dark atmosphere from the offset as the mfc works in embalming. This setting really keeps you guessing where this book is going to go and I'm very relieved to report there is no necro in this. But there is at least one kinky scene that was rather disturbing but, I will admit, written rather well. I almost feel guilty for enjoying the spicy scenes in this book lol.
I was questioning Levana's decisions, would she really have to continue on having sex with a man who put her through all that? Would she really continue to love him? Her inability to try and get help annoyed me a little bit, especially the hospital scene. I haven't quite figure out if these feelings are the result of good or bad writing.
I thought with how far this book goes, it wouldn't shy away from a darker, more deadly ending. The ending was ok but felt a bit lacklustre to me. I didn't feel satisfied by it, but again, this might be how the author wanted me to feel.
July 5, 2025
I have no idea to be honest… penned as a dark romance, it’s definitely more dark than it is romantic 😅
2.75 stars rounded down … I can’t face rounding up to a 3
2.75 stars rounded down … I can’t face rounding up to a 3
June 3, 2025
I devoured this book in a day. Fast-paced writing without missing any details. Dark romance and emotionally charged. I was so invested in these characters. I didn't see the twist coming.
Rachael, please keep them coming because your debut book was awesome.
Rachael, please keep them coming because your debut book was awesome.
May 18, 2025
4.5 ⭐️ so… that was…. fucked 😂
August 17, 2025
This man is tapped. Respectfully, of course.
June 2, 2025
Really tried to like this given how many 5 star reviews but what the fuck??? I feel deeply for this man and how much he spiraled after his child’s death and his wife’s suicide but holy shit you could not get me to like this MMC if you tried. I am so glad he got treatment in the end but holy shit??! Like he literally dug up his dead child and wife and put his SKELETAL twin babies in a crib. Then secretly impregnated his new obsession and LOCKED HER IN A ROOM WITH HIS DECAYING SON. I’m so glad they did not end up together. Yes I am glad he is healing from his trauma but if they ended up in a romantic relationship I’d be pissed. I’m honestly traumatized and I love DR. I could’ve handled his manipulative behavior but yeeesh this shit was wild. I will admit the portrayal of his psychosis was fascinating but yeah this was not for me.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
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June 4, 2025Should have dnf’d
May 4, 2025
So, as an introduction to me and how I found this book. I was doomscrolling TikTok as you do and Rachael Chadwick popped up on my FYP giving the giggliest run down of her upcoming book and it's 'shopping list'... Curiosity piqued I checked her profile and saw more of the same. A few days later I'm loving the vibes so much I download the book to my kindle and within 2 days I've blitzed through the story of Levana and Patrick et all.
My usual reading material tends to be of the sci-fi, fantasy, dystopia side of things.. so a dark romance novel was not something I was expecting to like, let alone love but... It was a whirlwind of thrills, spice that definitely tuns up the temperature by several hundred degrees and twists that have you sat with your hand over your mouth like, WHAT!
If you like your romance with a healthy dose of sex and psychological digging.. this is one for you. I absolutely loved it and think it should be right up the top of the best seller lists.
My usual reading material tends to be of the sci-fi, fantasy, dystopia side of things.. so a dark romance novel was not something I was expecting to like, let alone love but... It was a whirlwind of thrills, spice that definitely tuns up the temperature by several hundred degrees and twists that have you sat with your hand over your mouth like, WHAT!
If you like your romance with a healthy dose of sex and psychological digging.. this is one for you. I absolutely loved it and think it should be right up the top of the best seller lists.
May 5, 2025
No matter how much i try to enjoy thrillers, i just cant.
It’s the women in these books who don’t just ignore the red flags they dance naked with them. I mean seriously, the amount of opportunities she had to flee… bitch please!!
The sex was obviously hot, it always its with psychopaths.
Come on, the fact that she continued the relationship after they banged in the room in the mortuary where she works on dead bodies. If thats not enough of a put off i don’t know what is.
It’s the women in these books who don’t just ignore the red flags they dance naked with them. I mean seriously, the amount of opportunities she had to flee… bitch please!!
The sex was obviously hot, it always its with psychopaths.
Come on, the fact that she continued the relationship after they banged in the room in the mortuary where she works on dead bodies. If thats not enough of a put off i don’t know what is.
May 2, 2025
This isn't typically a genre I would read but I was persuaded by Rachael and her 10/10 marketing.
BUT
I really enjoyed this! The plot is great, it's really well written and a truly excellent ending. An easy 5 stars from me and I really hope to read more from this author in the future.
BUT
I really enjoyed this! The plot is great, it's really well written and a truly excellent ending. An easy 5 stars from me and I really hope to read more from this author in the future.
April 28, 2025
“There’s no rulebook that says ‘don’t bang the bereaved.’”
Poor Levana has the ultimate ‘I can fix him’ attitude and one of the worst cases of Stockholm Syndrome imaginable.
Patrick is a grieving hot mess who wants to worship the ground she walks on.
This book had me in an absolute chokehold. I questioned my morals, my sanity, and my ability to read giant red flags when they’re being waved in my face.
I already want to read it again from the start.
*I received a free ARC from the author*
Poor Levana has the ultimate ‘I can fix him’ attitude and one of the worst cases of Stockholm Syndrome imaginable.
Patrick is a grieving hot mess who wants to worship the ground she walks on.
This book had me in an absolute chokehold. I questioned my morals, my sanity, and my ability to read giant red flags when they’re being waved in my face.
I already want to read it again from the start.
*I received a free ARC from the author*
June 28, 2025
Wow, this book was fucked up and I absolutely loved it! 🤣 Dark, twisted and smutty, a wonderful combination!
I first came across it on TikTok when I saw Chadwick discussing the themes, which are undeniably dark and twisted. Intrigued by the premise, I knew I had to dive in and experience it for myself!
Once I started reading, I was completely drawn in—so much so that I could barely put it down. The pacing was gripping, and from the very beginning, I could sense that things were not going to end well. There was a palpable tension that kept me turning the pages late into the night.
Chadwick is an incredibly talented writer; her storytelling is both compelling and imaginative. I learned that this particular narrative is loosely inspired by a recurring dream she had, which made the experience feel even more personal and relatable. Honestly, hearing that someone else has such vivid and wild dreams as mine was comforting. It has me thinking that maybe I should channel my own bizarre dreams into a book someday! 🤣
However, I must emphasize the importance of reading the trigger warnings at the beginning of the book. There are numerous sensitive topics addressed, and I would hate for anyone to jump in unprepared. It's crucial to be aware of these elements beforehand to ensure a more comfortable reading experience.
I first came across it on TikTok when I saw Chadwick discussing the themes, which are undeniably dark and twisted. Intrigued by the premise, I knew I had to dive in and experience it for myself!
Once I started reading, I was completely drawn in—so much so that I could barely put it down. The pacing was gripping, and from the very beginning, I could sense that things were not going to end well. There was a palpable tension that kept me turning the pages late into the night.
Chadwick is an incredibly talented writer; her storytelling is both compelling and imaginative. I learned that this particular narrative is loosely inspired by a recurring dream she had, which made the experience feel even more personal and relatable. Honestly, hearing that someone else has such vivid and wild dreams as mine was comforting. It has me thinking that maybe I should channel my own bizarre dreams into a book someday! 🤣
However, I must emphasize the importance of reading the trigger warnings at the beginning of the book. There are numerous sensitive topics addressed, and I would hate for anyone to jump in unprepared. It's crucial to be aware of these elements beforehand to ensure a more comfortable reading experience.
August 5, 2025
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Bone Deep – A Gripping and Atmospheric Read
Bone Deep by Rachael Chadwick is a physiological dark romance that pulls you in from the very first page. With a gripping storyline and well-drawn characters, this novel weaves past trauma and present danger into a suspenseful narrative that keeps you turning the pages.
The setting is haunting and immersive, with just the right touch of unease throughout. The spice was comfortable and realistic.
The FMC is flawed, realistic, and can be easy to connect with. You really feel her inner struggles and understand why she makes the choices she does.
The MMC comes across as supportive and trustworthy, but as the story unfolds, layers of his personality are slowly revealed. There's a quiet intensity to him that keeps you guessing — is he really who he seems? By the end of the book, your feelings about him might be mixed and that’s part of what makes him such an great character.
Overall the plot mixes past and present well, slowly revealing secrets and twists that keep you turning the pages. Some scenes do move a bit slowly, but the payoff is worth it. The ending is satisfying and ties things together nicely. I did enjoy this book.
Bone Deep by Rachael Chadwick is a physiological dark romance that pulls you in from the very first page. With a gripping storyline and well-drawn characters, this novel weaves past trauma and present danger into a suspenseful narrative that keeps you turning the pages.
The setting is haunting and immersive, with just the right touch of unease throughout. The spice was comfortable and realistic.
The FMC is flawed, realistic, and can be easy to connect with. You really feel her inner struggles and understand why she makes the choices she does.
The MMC comes across as supportive and trustworthy, but as the story unfolds, layers of his personality are slowly revealed. There's a quiet intensity to him that keeps you guessing — is he really who he seems? By the end of the book, your feelings about him might be mixed and that’s part of what makes him such an great character.
Overall the plot mixes past and present well, slowly revealing secrets and twists that keep you turning the pages. Some scenes do move a bit slowly, but the payoff is worth it. The ending is satisfying and ties things together nicely. I did enjoy this book.
August 17, 2025
I found Bone Deep to be a really easy and engaging read. From the very beginning, the characters pulled me in, though I’ll admit I struggled a bit with how quickly the main relationship came together in the first couple of chapters. At first it felt rushed, but by the end it did make sense considering how much story and timeline needed to unfold.
For me, the second half of the book was where it really shined. Watching Patrick’s complete breakdown was gripping, raw, and honestly hard to look away from. It hit all the right emotional notes and had me rooting desperately for Levana, I was both relieved and heartbroken by how her story wrapped up. I’ll even admit, I cried more than once while reading those final chapters 😅
That said, the slower pace of the first half kept this from being a higher-rated book for me. If the whole story had matched the emotional depth of the latter half, it would’ve been an easy four or five stars. Still, it’s a book that left an impression and one I’m glad I read.
For me, the second half of the book was where it really shined. Watching Patrick’s complete breakdown was gripping, raw, and honestly hard to look away from. It hit all the right emotional notes and had me rooting desperately for Levana, I was both relieved and heartbroken by how her story wrapped up. I’ll even admit, I cried more than once while reading those final chapters 😅
That said, the slower pace of the first half kept this from being a higher-rated book for me. If the whole story had matched the emotional depth of the latter half, it would’ve been an easy four or five stars. Still, it’s a book that left an impression and one I’m glad I read.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
August 30, 2025
FUCK!! what an amazing read that was! this book was incredible. It's definitely one of my top reads this year.
The way the MMC is portrayed so incredibly well.
He gives the perfect creepy, unhinged presentation that makes your skin go on edge.
The way this plot unravels so well.
Honestly, *claps*. This was so fucking good.
I went into this completely blindsided after seeing recommendations of it.
The twist in this seriously had me absolutely hooked and having goose bumps.
I couldn't put this book down.
I loved it!
The way the author makes the read feel more intense the further you travel into the book. Honestly, what a masterpiece.
5 stars, also a 5 spice rate!
Everything about this book i loved!
The way the MMC is portrayed so incredibly well.
He gives the perfect creepy, unhinged presentation that makes your skin go on edge.
The way this plot unravels so well.
Honestly, *claps*. This was so fucking good.
I went into this completely blindsided after seeing recommendations of it.
The twist in this seriously had me absolutely hooked and having goose bumps.
I couldn't put this book down.
I loved it!
The way the author makes the read feel more intense the further you travel into the book. Honestly, what a masterpiece.
5 stars, also a 5 spice rate!
Everything about this book i loved!
June 15, 2025
I really enjoyed this twisty story it kept me guessing the whole way through. Both POVs annoyed me. I hated Patrick, I understand why he became the way he was, but that didn’t make him any less insufferable or make me judge him less. Levana’s POV was frustrating too and some of her choices made me want to scream.
Still, the plot was good and unpredictable, which I loved. The pacing was great, it sped up and slowed down exactly when it needed to. Also the spice was good too and I appreciated that the word clit was used so many times.
Still, the plot was good and unpredictable, which I loved. The pacing was great, it sped up and slowed down exactly when it needed to. Also the spice was good too and I appreciated that the word clit was used so many times.
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