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Un/Bound: A Steamy Interracial Romance
Fleur Mehta
Twelve years is a long time, but not long enough to forget the past.
When I travel to Dallas from London for my best friend’s wedding, the last thing I expect is running into my high school nemesis.
Theodore Warren III now goes by Theo, and is no longer the strait-laced person I knew. He is a renegade with a magnetism that draws me into his orbit.
It was supposed to be a harmless tryst, but Theo has managed to access the deepest recesses of my heart—and life—that I’ve kept hidden.
I want freedom, but he wants to be bound. Bound to me.
Theo Warren
Fleur Mehta changed my life when she left twelve years ago.
A rebellious overachiever, she was my only competition in high school.
She’s the one I have etched on my heart and body.
Now she’s back and I can’t let her disappear again.
I know how to reach past her fears and anxiety. I can brave her darkness and find the feisty woman who kept me on my toes all those years ago.
There’s one small problem. I need to find a way to keep her bound to me.
Un/Bound is a steamy interracial romance set in Dallas.
Please check trigger warnings
Twelve years is a long time, but not long enough to forget the past.
When I travel to Dallas from London for my best friend’s wedding, the last thing I expect is running into my high school nemesis.
Theodore Warren III now goes by Theo, and is no longer the strait-laced person I knew. He is a renegade with a magnetism that draws me into his orbit.
It was supposed to be a harmless tryst, but Theo has managed to access the deepest recesses of my heart—and life—that I’ve kept hidden.
I want freedom, but he wants to be bound. Bound to me.
Theo Warren
Fleur Mehta changed my life when she left twelve years ago.
A rebellious overachiever, she was my only competition in high school.
She’s the one I have etched on my heart and body.
Now she’s back and I can’t let her disappear again.
I know how to reach past her fears and anxiety. I can brave her darkness and find the feisty woman who kept me on my toes all those years ago.
There’s one small problem. I need to find a way to keep her bound to me.
Un/Bound is a steamy interracial romance set in Dallas.
Please check trigger warnings
298 pages, Kindle Edition
Published April 25, 2025
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July 13, 2025
Un/Bound by Varsha is not just a steamy interracial romance, it's also packed with emotions that pull you into the world of the charismatic playboy Theodore Warren III, known as Theo, and the beautiful, intelligent Fleur Mehta.
Theo and Fleur were high school nemeses, with clashing personalities that constantly challenged each other and brought out the best in one another. But then, Fleur suddenly vanished from Theo’s life.
Now, they meet again after twelve long years, and that’s when the real story begins. Both have changed completely. Fleur has suffered the devastating loss of someone very dear to her, leaving her emotionally shattered. The rebellious teenager she once was is gone, replaced by a woman who carries quiet strength beneath her vulnerability.
Theo, on the other hand, knows exactly how to handle her emotional fragility and anxiety. There is an intense connection and undeniable attraction between them. Fleur is still fighting her inner battles, but Theo surprisingly becomes her anchor, calming her anxiety and helping her believe in herself again, as if she’s a part of his soul.
This story is packed with deep, heartfelt emotion, and the chemistry between the characters is absolutely off the charts. From the very first page, it pulls you in and keeps you hooked until the end. Overall, it's a beautifully written and captivating read, one you'll likely devour in a single sitting.
Theo and Fleur were high school nemeses, with clashing personalities that constantly challenged each other and brought out the best in one another. But then, Fleur suddenly vanished from Theo’s life.
Now, they meet again after twelve long years, and that’s when the real story begins. Both have changed completely. Fleur has suffered the devastating loss of someone very dear to her, leaving her emotionally shattered. The rebellious teenager she once was is gone, replaced by a woman who carries quiet strength beneath her vulnerability.
Theo, on the other hand, knows exactly how to handle her emotional fragility and anxiety. There is an intense connection and undeniable attraction between them. Fleur is still fighting her inner battles, but Theo surprisingly becomes her anchor, calming her anxiety and helping her believe in herself again, as if she’s a part of his soul.
This story is packed with deep, heartfelt emotion, and the chemistry between the characters is absolutely off the charts. From the very first page, it pulls you in and keeps you hooked until the end. Overall, it's a beautifully written and captivating read, one you'll likely devour in a single sitting.
May 18, 2025
i have mixed feelings about this book.
For once, it was marketed as high spice with heartfelt emotions so I was really curious about what I could expect going in. The first half to the author's credit is amazing - the spice feels erotic and is well written. it will leave you wanting for more like Fleur. but after the half mark, eventually the scenes got boring for me ( there are only so many ways you can write two people fucking and at one point it got repetitive with the dialogues and smut).
Coming to the story, that was kind of the weak part for me because the pacing is too fast for the story outline outside of the smut, for the kind of heavy topics it includes. At least for Theo, I understand that he was in love with the idea of Fleur for years so his obsession made sense, Fleur's feelings - or well the timeline of it wasn't convincing enough for me. she meets Theo again, gets him to fuck her in different ways and then falls in love with him in a span of weeks, while also battling her anxiety, her need to know what happened with her sister and her writing. The whole book happens within a month of their meeting.
While there are monologues about how it's not sex and they have feelings for each other in the second half, a lot of it felt like we were being told something but shown something another. All of their conversations, confessions and just them thinking about each other in general always came back to their physical chemistry, so it was very difficult for me as a reader to feel connected to the intensity of love they seemed to say they had for each other.
another thing that kind of didn't work for me is the fast paced kind of healing Fleur seemed to have - her anxiety, her personality block, her fear and the way her parents were told be very over protective - she meets theo and 80 percent of the issues that were spanned over four years of her life get sorted out or begin to resolve within that month. that pacing didn't work for me.
overall I would say if you like high spice, insta lust(?) and pretty fast paced stories you might enjoy it more than I did.
For once, it was marketed as high spice with heartfelt emotions so I was really curious about what I could expect going in. The first half to the author's credit is amazing - the spice feels erotic and is well written. it will leave you wanting for more like Fleur. but after the half mark, eventually the scenes got boring for me ( there are only so many ways you can write two people fucking and at one point it got repetitive with the dialogues and smut).
Coming to the story, that was kind of the weak part for me because the pacing is too fast for the story outline outside of the smut, for the kind of heavy topics it includes. At least for Theo, I understand that he was in love with the idea of Fleur for years so his obsession made sense, Fleur's feelings - or well the timeline of it wasn't convincing enough for me. she meets Theo again, gets him to fuck her in different ways and then falls in love with him in a span of weeks, while also battling her anxiety, her need to know what happened with her sister and her writing. The whole book happens within a month of their meeting.
While there are monologues about how it's not sex and they have feelings for each other in the second half, a lot of it felt like we were being told something but shown something another. All of their conversations, confessions and just them thinking about each other in general always came back to their physical chemistry, so it was very difficult for me as a reader to feel connected to the intensity of love they seemed to say they had for each other.
another thing that kind of didn't work for me is the fast paced kind of healing Fleur seemed to have - her anxiety, her personality block, her fear and the way her parents were told be very over protective - she meets theo and 80 percent of the issues that were spanned over four years of her life get sorted out or begin to resolve within that month. that pacing didn't work for me.
overall I would say if you like high spice, insta lust(?) and pretty fast paced stories you might enjoy it more than I did.
April 26, 2025
The fact that I’ve finished reading this one within twenty four hours of beginning says a lot about me. It says a lot more about the book, its story, and its author. Granted, I went in knowing I will certainly enjoy the book; that’s just my bias. Little did I know, however, that I will love it soooo much! That’s just the magic of the author. Indeed a bias I will forever hold high.
This book has somehow managed to reinforce my belief that a good author or a good wordsmith, if I may say so, will always be able to add a bit of themselves into every story they weave. This one, despite its obvious steam and tension had so much more to it as well. The playful banter suddenly turning serious, the parallel thoughts in their POVs, the trust Theo and Fleur have in each other, recognising the safe space they find themselves in while together…every single aspect of this story was something that truly warmed my heart. I didn’t really expect it but then considering my biased self, it wasn’t completely unexpected either.
I think I already said I am willing to read your grocery lists once before and you’ve proven my willingness right, yet again. I will indeed read everything you choose to send out into the world. Thank you for not just the men you write about but more importantly, the women you write about; a strong inspiration is quite necessary in today’s world. Furthermore, nobody does discussions about risky topics better than you. And because you make it a point to have them in all your stories, I am forever glad that you are a voice that I can always count on.
P.S.: Not only the use of an oxymoron, but seeing schadenfreude used casually in narration also made me a happy nerd!!
This book has somehow managed to reinforce my belief that a good author or a good wordsmith, if I may say so, will always be able to add a bit of themselves into every story they weave. This one, despite its obvious steam and tension had so much more to it as well. The playful banter suddenly turning serious, the parallel thoughts in their POVs, the trust Theo and Fleur have in each other, recognising the safe space they find themselves in while together…every single aspect of this story was something that truly warmed my heart. I didn’t really expect it but then considering my biased self, it wasn’t completely unexpected either.
I think I already said I am willing to read your grocery lists once before and you’ve proven my willingness right, yet again. I will indeed read everything you choose to send out into the world. Thank you for not just the men you write about but more importantly, the women you write about; a strong inspiration is quite necessary in today’s world. Furthermore, nobody does discussions about risky topics better than you. And because you make it a point to have them in all your stories, I am forever glad that you are a voice that I can always count on.
P.S.: Not only the use of an oxymoron, but seeing schadenfreude used casually in narration also made me a happy nerd!!
July 3, 2025
Did it have to end there? No, because I wasn't ready. I was not emotionally prepared, spiritually aligned, or even sitting upright. Thankfully, there’s an epilogue. but. even that felt like a soft slap to the soul because Theo & Fleur?? Haye *dramatic hand to the forehead*
Their relationship is just... so. cute.
Like, weaponized adorableness. They’re soft. They’re steamy. They’re soulmates who speak fluent devotion and breathless affection. The way Theo pours his heart out and the way Fleur just radiates love?? It had me on the floor for sure.
Let’s talk panic attacks and emotional weight: the way they handle that? Absolutely breathtaking. It’s done with care, respect, and real emotional insight. Not once did it feel forced or sugarcoated. This wasn’t just a romance… it was healing in paperback form.
And the balance? Equal parts cuteness and steam.
Which is so rare, by the way. And when I say the love was palpable, I mean you could taste it in their words, feel it dripping off the page like emotional honey, and hear your own heart breaking for them.
I cried. Multiple times. Possibly unattractively. And I have no regrets.
Because they're. so. cute. 🫠🤌🏻💗
(╥﹏╥)(╥﹏╥)
If you’re looking for a love story that grabs your soul, punches your emotions, and then kisses your forehead after, this is it.
Their relationship is just... so. cute.
Like, weaponized adorableness. They’re soft. They’re steamy. They’re soulmates who speak fluent devotion and breathless affection. The way Theo pours his heart out and the way Fleur just radiates love?? It had me on the floor for sure.
Let’s talk panic attacks and emotional weight: the way they handle that? Absolutely breathtaking. It’s done with care, respect, and real emotional insight. Not once did it feel forced or sugarcoated. This wasn’t just a romance… it was healing in paperback form.
And the balance? Equal parts cuteness and steam.
Which is so rare, by the way. And when I say the love was palpable, I mean you could taste it in their words, feel it dripping off the page like emotional honey, and hear your own heart breaking for them.
I cried. Multiple times. Possibly unattractively. And I have no regrets.
Because they're. so. cute. 🫠🤌🏻💗
(╥﹏╥)(╥﹏╥)
If you’re looking for a love story that grabs your soul, punches your emotions, and then kisses your forehead after, this is it.
July 13, 2025
This book completely stole my heart. UN/BOUND is a beautiful mix of spice, emotion, and deep connection. Fleur and Theo, once high school rivals, cross paths again years later—and the spark between them? Electric & Unforgettable.
Fleur is smart, strong, and quietly powerful. Even in her toughest moments, she learns to trust, to love, and to heal. She lets Theo in slowly, but never loses herself. Her journey is raw, real and unforgettable.
Theo is everything. Charming, caring, and oh-so-swoonworthy. The way he sees Fleur, understands her silences, supports her without question, especially during her panic attacks—it melted my heart. He’s patient, protective, and always puts her comfort first, without making it about himself. He’s the kind of love that feels safe.
Theo and Fleur are the perfect mix of soft and intense. Their love is sweet, passionate, and full of quiet understanding. This story is a gentle reminder that what’s meant for you will always find its way back—no matter the time or distance.
If you’re looking for a love story with real depth, charm, and heart—this one’s made for you 🤌🏻❤️✨
Fleur is smart, strong, and quietly powerful. Even in her toughest moments, she learns to trust, to love, and to heal. She lets Theo in slowly, but never loses herself. Her journey is raw, real and unforgettable.
Theo is everything. Charming, caring, and oh-so-swoonworthy. The way he sees Fleur, understands her silences, supports her without question, especially during her panic attacks—it melted my heart. He’s patient, protective, and always puts her comfort first, without making it about himself. He’s the kind of love that feels safe.
Theo and Fleur are the perfect mix of soft and intense. Their love is sweet, passionate, and full of quiet understanding. This story is a gentle reminder that what’s meant for you will always find its way back—no matter the time or distance.
If you’re looking for a love story with real depth, charm, and heart—this one’s made for you 🤌🏻❤️✨
July 27, 2025
Varsha didn't disappoint in this steamy, ex-nemesis to lovers romance!
I do love when the MCs share a past, whether they loved or hated each other because (and y'all can fight me on that but) it gives their chemistry that little added layer that you just can't replicate.
In Fleur and Theo's story, the ex-nemesis arc made so much sense because of their temperament. It was this dynamic that defined them during their high school's formative years and made them who they are today. It's also this love of confrontation between each other that made sparks fly every time they were together.
This book was definitely hot and spicy and I loved it! The banter and sexual tension between Fleur and Theo was top-tier and I gobbled it up.
As usual, Varsha shone by her beautiful writing and complex but mature characters. I'm a forever fan and would recommend this book to anyone who loves hot and possessive MMCs and confident though slightly bratty women.
𝘐 𝘳𝘦𝘤𝘦𝘪𝘷𝘦𝘥 𝘢𝘯 𝘦𝘢𝘳𝘭𝘺 𝘤𝘰𝘱𝘺 𝘰𝘧 𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘴 𝘣𝘰𝘰𝘬 𝘵𝘰 𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘥 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘳𝘦𝘷𝘪𝘦𝘸 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘴 𝘪𝘴 𝘮𝘺 𝘩𝘰𝘯𝘦𝘴𝘵 𝘰𝘱𝘪𝘯𝘪𝘰𝘯.
I do love when the MCs share a past, whether they loved or hated each other because (and y'all can fight me on that but) it gives their chemistry that little added layer that you just can't replicate.
In Fleur and Theo's story, the ex-nemesis arc made so much sense because of their temperament. It was this dynamic that defined them during their high school's formative years and made them who they are today. It's also this love of confrontation between each other that made sparks fly every time they were together.
This book was definitely hot and spicy and I loved it! The banter and sexual tension between Fleur and Theo was top-tier and I gobbled it up.
As usual, Varsha shone by her beautiful writing and complex but mature characters. I'm a forever fan and would recommend this book to anyone who loves hot and possessive MMCs and confident though slightly bratty women.
𝘐 𝘳𝘦𝘤𝘦𝘪𝘷𝘦𝘥 𝘢𝘯 𝘦𝘢𝘳𝘭𝘺 𝘤𝘰𝘱𝘺 𝘰𝘧 𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘴 𝘣𝘰𝘰𝘬 𝘵𝘰 𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘥 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘳𝘦𝘷𝘪𝘦𝘸 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘴 𝘪𝘴 𝘮𝘺 𝘩𝘰𝘯𝘦𝘴𝘵 𝘰𝘱𝘪𝘯𝘪𝘰𝘯.
November 1, 2025
Previously I have read two books by this author and trust me guys she has become my one of favourites now!!!🤌🏻
Small backstory of how did I end up getting this book, I went to Author Varsha.c sighing event in Delhi a few weeks ago and bought this book completely out of the blue, when I saw this book , I instantly knew I would love it so much and glad I picked it because I loved it!!!❤️🔥
This book was a fast paced read that had so much chemistry between the characters with a lot of spice. I loved how it didn’t require me to think too much , but just go with the flow. I fell in love with Theo and Fleur instantly, and as we say opposites attract, this story felt perfect to me💓
The tension, the banter, the intense attraction characters had for each other made me feel so many emotions for them!!!🫶
Overall I loved this book and would recommend you to read it, if you want to read a fast paced story with a lot of spice and trust me it’s good!!👀❤️🔥
Small backstory of how did I end up getting this book, I went to Author Varsha.c sighing event in Delhi a few weeks ago and bought this book completely out of the blue, when I saw this book , I instantly knew I would love it so much and glad I picked it because I loved it!!!❤️🔥
This book was a fast paced read that had so much chemistry between the characters with a lot of spice. I loved how it didn’t require me to think too much , but just go with the flow. I fell in love with Theo and Fleur instantly, and as we say opposites attract, this story felt perfect to me💓
The tension, the banter, the intense attraction characters had for each other made me feel so many emotions for them!!!🫶
Overall I loved this book and would recommend you to read it, if you want to read a fast paced story with a lot of spice and trust me it’s good!!👀❤️🔥
April 28, 2025
I may have refused to start and finish some very important chores because I wanted to continue reading this book. Fleur and Theo's story is such a wonderful book which reinstates my faith in the fact that what is meant to be, will come into your life and even distance and time will not prevent it from entering and staying in your life.
What started off as a healthy rivalry between two students who are incredibly intelligent turns to a deep, soulful, spicy HEA. Varsha's authentic writing brings out a gamut of intelligent emotions and feelings- her writing makes you ask deep questions to yourself, she brings out most human characteristics in her fictional creations.
The spice level is something else! please read this book if you are over 18 years of age- you will thoroughly enjoy it.
What started off as a healthy rivalry between two students who are incredibly intelligent turns to a deep, soulful, spicy HEA. Varsha's authentic writing brings out a gamut of intelligent emotions and feelings- her writing makes you ask deep questions to yourself, she brings out most human characteristics in her fictional creations.
The spice level is something else! please read this book if you are over 18 years of age- you will thoroughly enjoy it.
July 14, 2025
There’s something powerful about a story that blends chaos with comfort, and UN/BOUND does it so beautifully.
Fleur and Theo’s journey is about more than just romance it’s about healing, accepting your past, and finding the courage to be seen by someone who knows the darkest parts of you and still chooses to stay.
Their chemistry is intense from the start, but it’s the quiet, vulnerable moments that really hit hard. I adored the way Theo supported Fleur, respected her boundaries, and reminded her she didn’t have to carry everything alone.
The writing is bold and intimate. The pacing is perfect. And yes the spice? Definitely inhaled it🔥
If you're in the mood for a romance that goes deep but still makes you giggle, blush, and sigh? Pick this one up.
Fleur and Theo’s journey is about more than just romance it’s about healing, accepting your past, and finding the courage to be seen by someone who knows the darkest parts of you and still chooses to stay.
Their chemistry is intense from the start, but it’s the quiet, vulnerable moments that really hit hard. I adored the way Theo supported Fleur, respected her boundaries, and reminded her she didn’t have to carry everything alone.
The writing is bold and intimate. The pacing is perfect. And yes the spice? Definitely inhaled it🔥
If you're in the mood for a romance that goes deep but still makes you giggle, blush, and sigh? Pick this one up.
August 7, 2025
Rating: 4 stars 🌟
I really enjoyed this book! I loved how complex Theo and Fleur both were, each struggling with their own insecurities and anxieties, but finding a way to work through them individually and together. Their banter was so silly and funny to me, but they are just so cute my cheeks were hurting from smiling so much. The spice was definitely spicing 🙂↕️ but don’t be mislead, this book was not all about spice. There was emotional depth, delving into topics relating to anxiety and panic attacks, family dynamics, and losing a family member. I definitely recommend this book to anyone interested in reading queen Varsha’s writing and I can’t wait to get through more of her books soon! 🫶🏻
I really enjoyed this book! I loved how complex Theo and Fleur both were, each struggling with their own insecurities and anxieties, but finding a way to work through them individually and together. Their banter was so silly and funny to me, but they are just so cute my cheeks were hurting from smiling so much. The spice was definitely spicing 🙂↕️ but don’t be mislead, this book was not all about spice. There was emotional depth, delving into topics relating to anxiety and panic attacks, family dynamics, and losing a family member. I definitely recommend this book to anyone interested in reading queen Varsha’s writing and I can’t wait to get through more of her books soon! 🫶🏻
May 20, 2025
UN/BOUND is written by “new-to-me” author Varsha C. I went into this story fairly blind. I knew nothing more than what I saw on a graphic trope book cover on social media. I, 100%, was not disappointed!
Varsha wrote a beautiful and steamy interracial romance with her characters, Fleur and Theo. They knew each other as schoolmates but one family’s tragedy created a long distance move. A lot can happen in 12 years of separation. I appreciated her characters and their flaws that defined who they became as adults. This book had the right amount of open door spice AND a great plot. It tackled a few deep topics but the way they were presented was so elegantly done.
What happens when one person wants their freedom and the other wants to be bound?
UN/BOUND is a must-read 5⭐️ story!
Varsha wrote a beautiful and steamy interracial romance with her characters, Fleur and Theo. They knew each other as schoolmates but one family’s tragedy created a long distance move. A lot can happen in 12 years of separation. I appreciated her characters and their flaws that defined who they became as adults. This book had the right amount of open door spice AND a great plot. It tackled a few deep topics but the way they were presented was so elegantly done.
What happens when one person wants their freedom and the other wants to be bound?
UN/BOUND is a must-read 5⭐️ story!
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