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Stand - Part Two
365 pages, Kindle Edition
Published February 13, 2026
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Jay Marie
8 books627 followersJay Marie has been writing since she first learned the alphabet, but it wasn’t until 25 years later that she finally decided to take the deep plunge into the depths of publishing. Her written work conveys the darker side of writing, bringing in to light what most may shy away from. She has a passion for writing strong female characters with a brain that can override their sex drives, deliver one hell of a punch as well as take one. They have backbones made of steel and hearts that beat with a ferocity that refuses to be tamed or matched.
Her inspiration comes in the form of a minefield on top of a snow covered mountain. One step and a new idea explodes in her head, and then before you know it, she has an avalanche of ideas rushing through her brain and it does not stop!
When she's not writing until the late hours of the night, she's working as a legal assistant at a personal injury law firm in Michigan. She is also a part time law student at the University of Detroit Mercy Law School where she studies in the evening in hopes of becoming a human rights attorney. She enjoys practicing and teaching martial arts in her spare time as well as riding around on her super fun Honda Grom motorcycle.
If you'd like to connect with her more, check out her author page on Facebook where she posts occasional teasers of her upcoming books!
https://www.facebook.com/JMarieSeries/
Her inspiration comes in the form of a minefield on top of a snow covered mountain. One step and a new idea explodes in her head, and then before you know it, she has an avalanche of ideas rushing through her brain and it does not stop!
When she's not writing until the late hours of the night, she's working as a legal assistant at a personal injury law firm in Michigan. She is also a part time law student at the University of Detroit Mercy Law School where she studies in the evening in hopes of becoming a human rights attorney. She enjoys practicing and teaching martial arts in her spare time as well as riding around on her super fun Honda Grom motorcycle.
If you'd like to connect with her more, check out her author page on Facebook where she posts occasional teasers of her upcoming books!
https://www.facebook.com/JMarieSeries/
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February 14, 2026
"Hello, princess!"🤭
Yes, I wholeheartedly recommend the series. Arm yourself with patience and nerves,it will be a real rollercoaster ride.
I didn't expect a different ending. The story was really about Jaden and her struggle for survival and eradication of the "dragon," even though it was a long, hard road fighting a crazy, intelligent psychopath, a sexy devil who made it impossible to forget him and move on.
I'm really looking forward to Marie Jay's next book. It was and will remain one of the most unforgettable series for me.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Yes, I wholeheartedly recommend the series. Arm yourself with patience and nerves,it will be a real rollercoaster ride.
I didn't expect a different ending. The story was really about Jaden and her struggle for survival and eradication of the "dragon," even though it was a long, hard road fighting a crazy, intelligent psychopath, a sexy devil who made it impossible to forget him and move on.
I'm really looking forward to Marie Jay's next book. It was and will remain one of the most unforgettable series for me.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
February 15, 2026
what a beautifully tragic yet deeply fulfilling ending. i’ve read hundreds of books, but jaden wilder remains the best fmc i’ve ever come across. i’m truly going to mourn this series. jay marie … the woman you are. ❤️🩹
February 13, 2026
I can’t believe it’s over, couldn’t function properly until I was done, that’s how good it was, I was biting my nails and at the edge of my bed, I needed to know who’ll died, and Jesus it was so emotional and exciting, absolutely a roller coaster, Jay made me feel everything from disgusted to angry, sad, confused and then happiness.
I didn’t see it coming what Sid did to helped Jaden, although I was kinda suspicious with the whole machine thing.
I was feeling disappointed with her not being pregnant, I have been waiting for her to be pregnant with Darren’s child since book 1.
But I get it, it was the last FU to Darren.
This book is a masterpiece, absolutely brilliant.
I can’t wait to read more of Jay Marie, she blows me away.
Thank you for this Jay!!
You never disappoint
I didn’t see it coming what Sid did to helped Jaden, although I was kinda suspicious with the whole machine thing.
I was feeling disappointed with her not being pregnant, I have been waiting for her to be pregnant with Darren’s child since book 1.
But I get it, it was the last FU to Darren.
This book is a masterpiece, absolutely brilliant.
I can’t wait to read more of Jay Marie, she blows me away.
Thank you for this Jay!!
You never disappoint
February 14, 2026
Disappointed. All too convenient, unrealistic, unbelievable and rushed for what was a series I could not get enough of.
February 15, 2026
Wow. Wowowow. Will I ever stop crying? I don’t know. But what am I supposed to do with myself now that this series is over? That could not have ended better. This series absolutely tore me apart. Brilliant. It’s been a long time since any series has been my Roman Empire like this. I will never recover.
February 13, 2026
❤️❤️❤️
February 14, 2026
Genius!!!
What ever I write will not describe adequately enough how brilliant this series is.
The quality of the story as it unfolds is top notch.
This series does not pull any punches, though, with a story wrapped around human trafficking, you can’t expect soft, warm, fluffy cuddles whilst reading. It’s brutal, gritty and shines a light on the most depraved parts of humanity.
The ending of the story was as I hoped…..lucky me!
I did read from start to finish and respected the time and work Jay Marie had put into these books….I did NOT peek at the ending and it made the journey so much more thrilling.
Thank you Jay Marie for your gift of time and talent that inspired my own little book club of friends, where we discussed and debated each book. Lots of snacks and wine was consumed whilst chewing over each character whilst pondering how it would all end.
Little spoiler ahead…..
Ultimately, I am a romantic fool wishing the last two characters left at the end could have had their own descriptive moment of consensual, sexual intimacy.
What ever I write will not describe adequately enough how brilliant this series is.
The quality of the story as it unfolds is top notch.
This series does not pull any punches, though, with a story wrapped around human trafficking, you can’t expect soft, warm, fluffy cuddles whilst reading. It’s brutal, gritty and shines a light on the most depraved parts of humanity.
The ending of the story was as I hoped…..lucky me!
I did read from start to finish and respected the time and work Jay Marie had put into these books….I did NOT peek at the ending and it made the journey so much more thrilling.
Thank you Jay Marie for your gift of time and talent that inspired my own little book club of friends, where we discussed and debated each book. Lots of snacks and wine was consumed whilst chewing over each character whilst pondering how it would all end.
Little spoiler ahead…..
Ultimately, I am a romantic fool wishing the last two characters left at the end could have had their own descriptive moment of consensual, sexual intimacy.
February 16, 2026
It’s finally over! The journey has been a rollercoaster ride, but a certain plot reveal has been a tad disappointing.
Spoilers
The reason for the slight disappointment was Jaden not being pregnant. After so much anticipation and buildup about her future pregnancy and motherhood throughout the series, her fake pregnancy reveal in the story dampened the emotional stakes and desperation. The implication in Part 1 about a mother’s love for her child being the most dangerous weapon went nowhere. So, all that pregnancy development amounted to nothing and it sort of lessened the impact and finality of Jaden and Darren’s complex relationship, imo.
I preferred an ending where Jaden would provide their baby a caring and loving childhood, and their kid grew up into a strong and normal adult, profoundly different from Darren since he’d be dead. This way, Jaden gave Darren and his father’s legacy of generational trauma and toxic patriarchy the final middle finger. Alas, it was not my story and ending.
Despite that underwhelming development, the ending was still satisfying overall. Darren deserved what was coming to him, but this series didn’t need to be 6 books.
Spoilers
The reason for the slight disappointment was Jaden not being pregnant. After so much anticipation and buildup about her future pregnancy and motherhood throughout the series, her fake pregnancy reveal in the story dampened the emotional stakes and desperation. The implication in Part 1 about a mother’s love for her child being the most dangerous weapon went nowhere. So, all that pregnancy development amounted to nothing and it sort of lessened the impact and finality of Jaden and Darren’s complex relationship, imo.
I preferred an ending where Jaden would provide their baby a caring and loving childhood, and their kid grew up into a strong and normal adult, profoundly different from Darren since he’d be dead. This way, Jaden gave Darren and his father’s legacy of generational trauma and toxic patriarchy the final middle finger. Alas, it was not my story and ending.
Despite that underwhelming development, the ending was still satisfying overall. Darren deserved what was coming to him, but this series didn’t need to be 6 books.
February 15, 2026
I’ll admit I was Team Darren until the last book. But this book convinced me that the two couldn’t be together. Also made me really come to terms with how awful Darren is (ik ik ik). Also, I knew they weren’t going to end up together because of the foreshadowing in the previous books. But I am delulu when it comes to my romances. I think, after everything, realistically, it was the only way to go.
I also enjoyed the last epilogue a lot. A lot of dark romance books I just can’t imagine their life after (I know this isn’t a dark romance). But the epilogue was believable and a little sad and gave me a glimpse of her life and challenges afterwards.
The last line(hello princess) kind of fucked me up though.
Also I feel like everything up tied a little too nicely in the end.
I also enjoyed the last epilogue a lot. A lot of dark romance books I just can’t imagine their life after (I know this isn’t a dark romance). But the epilogue was believable and a little sad and gave me a glimpse of her life and challenges afterwards.
The last line(hello princess) kind of fucked me up though.
Also I feel like everything up tied a little too nicely in the end.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
February 14, 2026
Que final!! El mejor para la serie!!
Review of advance copy
Jay Marie did it again.
Stand Part II is, without a doubt, my favorite installment of the entire series. From start to finish, it’s gripping, explosive, and completely impossible to put down. Without giving anything away, this book takes everything we thought we knew and sharpens it into something even more powerful.
One of the most satisfying elements is watching how Jaden’s intelligence truly comes full circle. We’ve seen glimpses of her ability to manipulate situations in earlier books, but here? Everything clicks. The layers of strategy, patience, and quiet calculation finally reveal just how deeply she’s been playing the game. She’s not just strong, she’s strategic. A total powerhouse of a female lead. Watching her claim control of her own destiny is beyond satisfying.
I’ll admit, I selfishly wanted more Jason. There’s so much mystery around what he had to endure and the morally gray (or darker) paths he may have taken to get here. Even with limited page time, he absolutely commands attention. Every scene he’s in hits hard. He’s intense, dangerous, and undeniably compelling.
And Darren? Still completely unhinged. And frustrating. In the previous book, I found myself almost admiring how unapologetic he was about who he is. In this one, that intensity is pushed even further. The lengths he’s willing to go to in the name of revenge are both terrifying and captivating especially for Jaden because he’s obsessed with her. Even when manipulation is at play, his loyalty and obsession add a chaotic edge that keeps the tension razor-sharp.
This book is packed with twists and turns that genuinely caught me off guard. The pacing is relentless, the stakes feel real, and the emotional payoffs land exactly where they should. It’s a wild ride in the best way possible.
I loved every second of this book and the series as a whole. Jay Marie is an incredible storyteller who knows how to build complex characters, tension, and payoff without losing momentum. I can only hope there’s more to come because if this is the standard, I’ll be first in line for whatever she writes next.
Stand Part II is, without a doubt, my favorite installment of the entire series. From start to finish, it’s gripping, explosive, and completely impossible to put down. Without giving anything away, this book takes everything we thought we knew and sharpens it into something even more powerful.
One of the most satisfying elements is watching how Jaden’s intelligence truly comes full circle. We’ve seen glimpses of her ability to manipulate situations in earlier books, but here? Everything clicks. The layers of strategy, patience, and quiet calculation finally reveal just how deeply she’s been playing the game. She’s not just strong, she’s strategic. A total powerhouse of a female lead. Watching her claim control of her own destiny is beyond satisfying.
I’ll admit, I selfishly wanted more Jason. There’s so much mystery around what he had to endure and the morally gray (or darker) paths he may have taken to get here. Even with limited page time, he absolutely commands attention. Every scene he’s in hits hard. He’s intense, dangerous, and undeniably compelling.
And Darren? Still completely unhinged. And frustrating. In the previous book, I found myself almost admiring how unapologetic he was about who he is. In this one, that intensity is pushed even further. The lengths he’s willing to go to in the name of revenge are both terrifying and captivating especially for Jaden because he’s obsessed with her. Even when manipulation is at play, his loyalty and obsession add a chaotic edge that keeps the tension razor-sharp.
This book is packed with twists and turns that genuinely caught me off guard. The pacing is relentless, the stakes feel real, and the emotional payoffs land exactly where they should. It’s a wild ride in the best way possible.
I loved every second of this book and the series as a whole. Jay Marie is an incredible storyteller who knows how to build complex characters, tension, and payoff without losing momentum. I can only hope there’s more to come because if this is the standard, I’ll be first in line for whatever she writes next.
February 15, 2026
I received the ARC for the long awaited finale of the six book series, Stand Part II, and it was absolutely worth the wait! The conclusion was epic, intense, and everything this story deserved.
Jay has warned readers REPEATEDLY that this is a dark read, and she absolutely means it!! Please read the trigger warnings before diving in. This book contains non-con, torture, death, and animal abuse. It is not for the faint of heart.
If you thought Part I was intense, Part II takes it to another level entirely. The action is relentless. In Part I, I felt like Jaden held back, but in this book? She absolutely does not. All those years of aggression, endurance, and brutal training finally explode onto the page! She fully steps into her power, and it is unforgettable!
Be prepared for twists, manipulation, betrayal, bloodshed and moments that will leave you stunned. Darren’s obsession with his princess comes full circle in the most intense way. The question lingering through it all is will he truly get to possess her for eternity?
Congratulations to Jay Marie for finishing this epic journey. Wrapping up the Stronger Series couldn’t have been easy, but she delivered a conclusion that feels like she tried to give every reader something. It’s my favorite series, and now that it’s complete, it feels incredibly bittersweet.
Now the real struggle begins… finding another series that can even begin to compare to Jaden’s story.
Jay has warned readers REPEATEDLY that this is a dark read, and she absolutely means it!! Please read the trigger warnings before diving in. This book contains non-con, torture, death, and animal abuse. It is not for the faint of heart.
If you thought Part I was intense, Part II takes it to another level entirely. The action is relentless. In Part I, I felt like Jaden held back, but in this book? She absolutely does not. All those years of aggression, endurance, and brutal training finally explode onto the page! She fully steps into her power, and it is unforgettable!
Be prepared for twists, manipulation, betrayal, bloodshed and moments that will leave you stunned. Darren’s obsession with his princess comes full circle in the most intense way. The question lingering through it all is will he truly get to possess her for eternity?
Congratulations to Jay Marie for finishing this epic journey. Wrapping up the Stronger Series couldn’t have been easy, but she delivered a conclusion that feels like she tried to give every reader something. It’s my favorite series, and now that it’s complete, it feels incredibly bittersweet.
Now the real struggle begins… finding another series that can even begin to compare to Jaden’s story.
February 15, 2026
Spoiler alert !!!!!
Ahhhhhhhhh!!! I’m going down a rabbit hole here! Did Jay-Marie give both Team Darren and Team Jaden their perfect ending? I love Darren as a villain. I love that Jay-Marie never tried to make him redeemable. I did not want his death, but had come to accept that the likelihood was that he would die in this book, because as much as I love him as a character, Jaden needed to best him and escape. So I read his death scene and of course was gutted, but in the first epilogue I really accepted I think how much mental damage had been done to Jaden. Jason - sorry I just can’t bring myself to care. And then, AND THEN!!!!!!! The ending!!!!!! At first I thought it was they meet in the cosmos and blah blah BUT on another spoiler group someone just said imagine if his death never happened and this is like Jaden waking up from a coma to “Hello Princess”!!!!! I am down that rabbit hole! So have both Team Darren and Team Jaden got their perfect ending? And could there be an alternate ending still to be written? I love this series so much! Jay-Marie you are incredible!
Ahhhhhhhhh!!! I’m going down a rabbit hole here! Did Jay-Marie give both Team Darren and Team Jaden their perfect ending? I love Darren as a villain. I love that Jay-Marie never tried to make him redeemable. I did not want his death, but had come to accept that the likelihood was that he would die in this book, because as much as I love him as a character, Jaden needed to best him and escape. So I read his death scene and of course was gutted, but in the first epilogue I really accepted I think how much mental damage had been done to Jaden. Jason - sorry I just can’t bring myself to care. And then, AND THEN!!!!!!! The ending!!!!!! At first I thought it was they meet in the cosmos and blah blah BUT on another spoiler group someone just said imagine if his death never happened and this is like Jaden waking up from a coma to “Hello Princess”!!!!! I am down that rabbit hole! So have both Team Darren and Team Jaden got their perfect ending? And could there be an alternate ending still to be written? I love this series so much! Jay-Marie you are incredible!
February 15, 2026
Amazing
I really needed to think about what I was going to write to do justice to this book. I don’t have the words that would eloquently describe my feelings. First of all, I have been on this journey from the very beginning when Jay Marie released the first instalment of this amazing journey. She created two of the most unforgettable and formidable characters in this genre. I was always team Darren, he was suave, sophisticated and charming. But wicked and cruel with no remorse about the lives he ruined. I didn’t want him to kill his brother so brutally but it highlighted what a cruel person he really was. I’m sure he loved Jaden in his own twisted way. The ending was perfect, it had to be this way, he was unrepentant till the end, he had no regrets and stayed true to his character right till the end. Jaden was a kick ass heroine and I’m happy she got her freedom at last. Thank you Jay Marie, this series deserves 100 stars at least. You are a master of your craft and I cannot wait to see your next project.
I really needed to think about what I was going to write to do justice to this book. I don’t have the words that would eloquently describe my feelings. First of all, I have been on this journey from the very beginning when Jay Marie released the first instalment of this amazing journey. She created two of the most unforgettable and formidable characters in this genre. I was always team Darren, he was suave, sophisticated and charming. But wicked and cruel with no remorse about the lives he ruined. I didn’t want him to kill his brother so brutally but it highlighted what a cruel person he really was. I’m sure he loved Jaden in his own twisted way. The ending was perfect, it had to be this way, he was unrepentant till the end, he had no regrets and stayed true to his character right till the end. Jaden was a kick ass heroine and I’m happy she got her freedom at last. Thank you Jay Marie, this series deserves 100 stars at least. You are a master of your craft and I cannot wait to see your next project.
February 16, 2026
The ending... in my head, the whole epilogue is the effects of propofol because I refuse to accept anything else except that he is alive 😂
"Hello, princess."
I wish I could relive reading this series for the first time again, I can honestly say nothing comes close.
Darren is the red flag of red flags, the morally grey of morally grey men... nah, he's pitch black and Jaden is a beast.
Her fake pregnancy really was a big FUCK YOU to Darren in whole - I loved that this happened because it really brought forward the mind fuckery that Darren brought onto Jaden, how he warped her body and brain to be conditioned to him and then he had his mind fucked with 🙌
I'll be doing a re-read of this series every year, because I refuse to let this collect dust on my shelf till I die 💀
Kinda felt sorry for Darren in the end, he really was searching for love in his own twisted way, but I'm kind of glad it ended how it did?
Fuck knows, this book had my heart in a chokehold.
I'm just glad Camaro survived tbh 😂
"Hello, princess."
I wish I could relive reading this series for the first time again, I can honestly say nothing comes close.
Darren is the red flag of red flags, the morally grey of morally grey men... nah, he's pitch black and Jaden is a beast.
Her fake pregnancy really was a big FUCK YOU to Darren in whole - I loved that this happened because it really brought forward the mind fuckery that Darren brought onto Jaden, how he warped her body and brain to be conditioned to him and then he had his mind fucked with 🙌
I'll be doing a re-read of this series every year, because I refuse to let this collect dust on my shelf till I die 💀
Kinda felt sorry for Darren in the end, he really was searching for love in his own twisted way, but I'm kind of glad it ended how it did?
Fuck knows, this book had my heart in a chokehold.
I'm just glad Camaro survived tbh 😂
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
Review of advance copy received from Author
Standing Ovation 👏👏👏
Wow, what a wild ride! The story was gripping from start to finish and the ending was so satisfying. I'm still reeling from the finale. Jaden's character is on 🔥! Her strength and determination make her the epitome of girl power. I loved watching her promises unfold, and she absolutely delivered.
Darren's last lines in his final POV are poetic. I love them! I'm still speechless at how insane his obsession with Jaden is. I couldn't help but shake my head in awe, but I love it nonetheless because it heightens the tension, making the story even more intense! 😍
And the ending of the 2nd epilogue blew me away but, at the same time, cracked me up a bit. I was like, 'What the?! Noooooooo!' It left me wanting more.😆 But I know that would be the end of it. It's just Darren fullfilling his dark poetic promise to Jaden, "you will always be mine, in this plane or the next. Forever.” 😱
I also fell in love with the other characters, especially Sloane and Jason (ugh, he's the dream!). And Sid? respect!🤜
This series consumed my soul, and now my heart is grieving that our ultimate baddie's journey has ended. I definitely took my time reading and savoring each page because I knew once I was done, I’d never be able to read it again for the first time. 🥺
Thanks, Jay, for sharing this amazing roller coaster of a series! I'm looking forward to your next project, especially the ideas you shared in our FB group. ❤️
Wow, what a wild ride! The story was gripping from start to finish and the ending was so satisfying. I'm still reeling from the finale. Jaden's character is on 🔥! Her strength and determination make her the epitome of girl power. I loved watching her promises unfold, and she absolutely delivered.
Darren's last lines in his final POV are poetic. I love them! I'm still speechless at how insane his obsession with Jaden is. I couldn't help but shake my head in awe, but I love it nonetheless because it heightens the tension, making the story even more intense! 😍
And the ending of the 2nd epilogue blew me away but, at the same time, cracked me up a bit. I was like, 'What the?! Noooooooo!' It left me wanting more.😆 But I know that would be the end of it. It's just Darren fullfilling his dark poetic promise to Jaden, "you will always be mine, in this plane or the next. Forever.” 😱
I also fell in love with the other characters, especially Sloane and Jason (ugh, he's the dream!). And Sid? respect!🤜
This series consumed my soul, and now my heart is grieving that our ultimate baddie's journey has ended. I definitely took my time reading and savoring each page because I knew once I was done, I’d never be able to read it again for the first time. 🥺
Thanks, Jay, for sharing this amazing roller coaster of a series! I'm looking forward to your next project, especially the ideas you shared in our FB group. ❤️
Review of advance copy received from Author
👏She👏Did👏Her👏Thang👏
I was stunned! This epic conclusion to the series left me in an emotional state but this was absolutely the ending it deserved!
Everything came together so well, loose ends were tied up, everyone went crazy, and it got BlOODY! Just when you think everything is going to go down, think again, and then be prepared to get wrecked.
I know the whole series has been a ride, but this final book still is VERY heavy so check your triggers.
I also loved a lot of the final character developments in this. Sloane is such a badass ❤ I wish we had even more of her. Jaden will always be one of the most feral and best FMCs to me.
I can't wait to see everyones reactions to the bonus epilogue because that sent me into orbit!!! AHHHHHHH This book was so great thank you Jay Marie for an amazing series ♥♥
I was stunned! This epic conclusion to the series left me in an emotional state but this was absolutely the ending it deserved!
Everything came together so well, loose ends were tied up, everyone went crazy, and it got BlOODY! Just when you think everything is going to go down, think again, and then be prepared to get wrecked.
I know the whole series has been a ride, but this final book still is VERY heavy so check your triggers.
I also loved a lot of the final character developments in this. Sloane is such a badass ❤ I wish we had even more of her. Jaden will always be one of the most feral and best FMCs to me.
I can't wait to see everyones reactions to the bonus epilogue because that sent me into orbit!!! AHHHHHHH This book was so great thank you Jay Marie for an amazing series ♥♥
February 13, 2026
Jay Marie delivers a powerful continuation in Stand – Part Two, expanding the emotional and narrative stakes introduced in the first installment. With a deft balance of character driven tension and layered plot developments, the story draws readers deeper into a world of personal struggle, resilience, and transformative choices.
What stands out most is the depth of character growth. Each protagonist faces moral, emotional, and relational challenges that feel authentic and earned. The pacing is steady yet compelling, with moments of high drama interspersed with reflective introspection, keeping the reader both engaged and emotionally invested.
Fans of contemporary fiction with rich character arcs and interwoven relational dynamics will find this second installment satisfying. It’s a story about perseverance, identity, and the subtle yet profound ways personal decisions shape lives.
What stands out most is the depth of character growth. Each protagonist faces moral, emotional, and relational challenges that feel authentic and earned. The pacing is steady yet compelling, with moments of high drama interspersed with reflective introspection, keeping the reader both engaged and emotionally invested.
Fans of contemporary fiction with rich character arcs and interwoven relational dynamics will find this second installment satisfying. It’s a story about perseverance, identity, and the subtle yet profound ways personal decisions shape lives.
February 14, 2026
Glad ur back
I was one who criticized not finishing ur book but now I understand that life got in the way. I'm sorry. I loved the book for many reasons. I occasionally read romance but they are all the same. Same plot, same characters different names. This book was different. I guessed the end after the appearance of Jason so I waited for u to write the end. The book is well written making it easy to follow and pulling me in. The book at times made me think this was true and the story was real life. Very few faction book can do this. I was disappointed in the F word was used so much and I was surprised to read the ending. Most writers don't write ending like this. I liked it. Life goes on! Thanks for finishing the book. I hope u read this. I think u did a wonderful job.
I was one who criticized not finishing ur book but now I understand that life got in the way. I'm sorry. I loved the book for many reasons. I occasionally read romance but they are all the same. Same plot, same characters different names. This book was different. I guessed the end after the appearance of Jason so I waited for u to write the end. The book is well written making it easy to follow and pulling me in. The book at times made me think this was true and the story was real life. Very few faction book can do this. I was disappointed in the F word was used so much and I was surprised to read the ending. Most writers don't write ending like this. I liked it. Life goes on! Thanks for finishing the book. I hope u read this. I think u did a wonderful job.
February 15, 2026
I found this series while just searching through kindle books online and downloading whatever looked good. I am so glad I found this series! I tore through it in a matter of 11 days. Jay Marie is so talented and makes such badass characters. Jayden never lost her fight and it paid off. As much as I loved Darren, he was such a hard character to love. All I could do was cheer for Jayden every time she made another step toward her ultimate goal. And I loved how she gained allies. She was such a strong character that I couldn't help but love. I had a hard time saying goodbye to her... maybe?
Jay Marie, thank you for sharing your work. I am so happy I just happened to stumble upon it. It is by far my favorite series I have ever read. 🖤
Jay Marie, thank you for sharing your work. I am so happy I just happened to stumble upon it. It is by far my favorite series I have ever read. 🖤
February 14, 2026
final battle
So I downloaded these books in 2020 during Covid and fell in love with the characters. Fast forward six year and we finally got the last battle and all I can say is wow. This series is so good I can’t put into words just how good of a job jay Marie has done telling this story. This book is fantastic and the perfect ending to a dark romance it’s not a love story and I think jay Marie has captured the ending we all wanted and needed. As a reader I’ve never found a series I enjoyed as much as this. If I could give it 10 stars I would read it you won’t be disappointed
So I downloaded these books in 2020 during Covid and fell in love with the characters. Fast forward six year and we finally got the last battle and all I can say is wow. This series is so good I can’t put into words just how good of a job jay Marie has done telling this story. This book is fantastic and the perfect ending to a dark romance it’s not a love story and I think jay Marie has captured the ending we all wanted and needed. As a reader I’ve never found a series I enjoyed as much as this. If I could give it 10 stars I would read it you won’t be disappointed
February 17, 2026
It's over. After 5 long years (I discovered this series in 2020 shortly before book 4 was released) it's over.
What a great series. I want to go back and read it all again soon, but right now, I'm sad it's over.
This series is not a dark romance, but more of an erotic thriller. Heavy on the triggers. The mfc is a tough as nails, take no sh!t kind of girl. She's trafficked by a ruthless powerful criminal who she can't escape from. Stand is the final installment to this series and the ending was all I hoped it would be. Fight scenes galore. Retribution. This is one of my favorite series. All the stars!
What a great series. I want to go back and read it all again soon, but right now, I'm sad it's over.
This series is not a dark romance, but more of an erotic thriller. Heavy on the triggers. The mfc is a tough as nails, take no sh!t kind of girl. She's trafficked by a ruthless powerful criminal who she can't escape from. Stand is the final installment to this series and the ending was all I hoped it would be. Fight scenes galore. Retribution. This is one of my favorite series. All the stars!
February 13, 2026
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
And so it ends, what a journey it was. Sad that it has ended. My heart is bruised, I wanted a different outcome, but it was not meant to be..
The final part was action packed and kept me right on the edge of my seat. And that ending after the second epilogue. Got my heart beating again for just a second.
Jay Marie is such a good author! I’d read anything she puts out there. Thank you soo much for sharing this masterpiece of a series. I loved every second of it!
Till next time ❤️
And so it ends, what a journey it was. Sad that it has ended. My heart is bruised, I wanted a different outcome, but it was not meant to be..
The final part was action packed and kept me right on the edge of my seat. And that ending after the second epilogue. Got my heart beating again for just a second.
Jay Marie is such a good author! I’d read anything she puts out there. Thank you soo much for sharing this masterpiece of a series. I loved every second of it!
Till next time ❤️
February 14, 2026
Finishing Stand left me breathless. I am so grateful to Jay Marie for not sugarcoating the absolute hell that women and children experience in the world of human trafficking. It’s a reality many choose to ignore, but where I live, the 'Derren Davises' of the world are very real, and their presence is just as haunting as it is in these pages. Seeing Jaden grow into such a fierce, unbreakable woman was empowering. We need more characters like her to remind every young girl that no matter the odds, your life is worth fighting for. This isn't just a book; it's a testament to female resilience.
February 13, 2026
So Sad It’s Over
Wow Jay Marie,
Best series I’ve ever read; and a long time coming, but so worth the wait.
Jaden will always be my hero and Darren my favorite villain. The ending was as it should be; however, I’m still reeling from Epilogue Two and the last two words… 😳 OMG… that could mean so many things……
You have such an evil and brilliant mind! Can’t wait to see what you write in the future.
Missing Jaden already!
Thank you Jay Marie for this incredible journey!
💕
Wow Jay Marie,
Best series I’ve ever read; and a long time coming, but so worth the wait.
Jaden will always be my hero and Darren my favorite villain. The ending was as it should be; however, I’m still reeling from Epilogue Two and the last two words… 😳 OMG… that could mean so many things……
You have such an evil and brilliant mind! Can’t wait to see what you write in the future.
Missing Jaden already!
Thank you Jay Marie for this incredible journey!
💕
February 15, 2026
Nope. And yet…..
A few years ago I wrote to the author saying if Jaden fell for Darren I was never going to forgive her. I have never so looked forward to the death of a fictional character. Though he had tiny glimmers of light, they weren’t enough. Now, that said, I’ve been disappointed by authors not doing what I wanted before. So, read to find out if I’m happy or threw my iPad at the wall. You know you want to know, especially if you’re still here for the ride or die.
A few years ago I wrote to the author saying if Jaden fell for Darren I was never going to forgive her. I have never so looked forward to the death of a fictional character. Though he had tiny glimmers of light, they weren’t enough. Now, that said, I’ve been disappointed by authors not doing what I wanted before. So, read to find out if I’m happy or threw my iPad at the wall. You know you want to know, especially if you’re still here for the ride or die.
February 15, 2026
I'm kind of in shock that it's done after waiting years to find out Jadens fate and honestly, it didn't disappoint. I was very happy with the ending but wish I knew the meaning behind the last few words of the book....
It was a wild ride and I am so appreciative of Jay writing it. This will be a hard series to top and I look forward to re-reading it in it's entirety in the near future.
Thanks Jay.
It was a wild ride and I am so appreciative of Jay writing it. This will be a hard series to top and I look forward to re-reading it in it's entirety in the near future.
Thanks Jay.
February 15, 2026
the emotional roller coaster has come to an end. best book hanger over ever.
By chapter 9 I was ready to throw my iPad. I was like how could you do that! I took a deep breath and continue. Jay you didn’t disappoint at all. By the end the tears flowed freely. Thank you for an emotional journey over these last 10yrs it was spectacular.
By chapter 9 I was ready to throw my iPad. I was like how could you do that! I took a deep breath and continue. Jay you didn’t disappoint at all. By the end the tears flowed freely. Thank you for an emotional journey over these last 10yrs it was spectacular.
February 14, 2026
so glad it’s over
It deserves a 5 but author made it hard to give that rating
It’s Great HEA
But this terrible author tries to do a cliff hanger.
Here is my response
Bite me
I won’t read another word from you
I know your game now.
It deserves a 5 but author made it hard to give that rating
It’s Great HEA
But this terrible author tries to do a cliff hanger.
Here is my response
Bite me
I won’t read another word from you
I know your game now.
February 14, 2026
Great end? To a series.
Jay Marie has a great way with words. I love love love how it ended. Or maybe ended? Lol
Either way, if she comes our with another book I will be there to snatch it.
Jay Marie has a great way with words. I love love love how it ended. Or maybe ended? Lol
Either way, if she comes our with another book I will be there to snatch it.
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