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Heaven Ninety-Seven
Hope is dangerous.
Desire is a crime.
Survival is never free.
Benjamin
The rules don’t protect us. Where I’m from, law and virtue are just new names for obedience, and obedience is a leash. I learned that young. Be good, stay small, and you’ll still starve. Just when I thought I’d scraped together a shred of dignity, my past crashed back in, ripped it apart, and made me the district’s joke. But grind a man down long enough, back him into a corner, parade his pain for all to see...and soon enough, he won’t flinch. He’ll start swinging.
Luca
My cage was made of softer things: expectations and duty. I thought I’d escaped once, felt the taste of freedom on my tongue. But freedom sours fast, and when everything fell apart, the burden landed squarely on me: either silence the ghost hovering over us, or watch it consume everything. I searched for another way, and my past answered, offering me a man instead. I couldn’t have known that grasping his hand would unravel everything.
Heaven Ninety-Seven is an MM Dystopian Drama. Reader Discretion is advised.
Desire is a crime.
Survival is never free.
Benjamin
The rules don’t protect us. Where I’m from, law and virtue are just new names for obedience, and obedience is a leash. I learned that young. Be good, stay small, and you’ll still starve. Just when I thought I’d scraped together a shred of dignity, my past crashed back in, ripped it apart, and made me the district’s joke. But grind a man down long enough, back him into a corner, parade his pain for all to see...and soon enough, he won’t flinch. He’ll start swinging.
Luca
My cage was made of softer things: expectations and duty. I thought I’d escaped once, felt the taste of freedom on my tongue. But freedom sours fast, and when everything fell apart, the burden landed squarely on me: either silence the ghost hovering over us, or watch it consume everything. I searched for another way, and my past answered, offering me a man instead. I couldn’t have known that grasping his hand would unravel everything.
Heaven Ninety-Seven is an MM Dystopian Drama. Reader Discretion is advised.
488 pages, Kindle Edition
Published March 3, 2026
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⭐️4/5⭐️
First of all, HEED THE CONTENT WARNINGS. There are a lot of them, but trust that if the warning is there, it's there for a reason.
The introduction section is well-written with some worldbuilding to begin introducing the reader to the gritty, futuristic sci-fi setting.
Luca is a scholar, coming upon a hard deadline and working on his thesis. Coming from an ‘elite’ family, there are high expectations on his shoulders, both from his advisors and his family- especially his father. As the pressure mounts, he starts to wonder if he's really going to follow through with it… And whether he's really going to pursue what his father wants, or what /he/ wants.
Benjamin is a brilliant tech wiz with high grades and an impressive resume. However, his family's status and his upbringing in a poor district prevent him from getting accepted to any of the job positions he applies for, despite being fully qualified. He's described as “idealistic" by his peers, and starts pushing back against societal discrimination– and he is immediately punished for it. He gets arrested, and his parents kick him out of the house, leaving him homeless and broke.
Benjamin and Luca fight a LOT. Their relationship is incredibly complicated, and lie to each other constantly. Despite this, it's clear that they both care deeply about each other. Regardless, their relationship is less than healthy.
The biggest issue I had while reading this book was cohesion. While the story was indeed very well-written and compelling, some of the events did not flow very smoothly and I had to flip back and forth between sections to try to get a sense of ‘wait- when did that happen?’ Or ‘hang on- who is talking?’
There were a LOT of things going on; sometimes at the same time, or sometimes a bit of plot was interjected in the middle of an event. It made it hard for me to get really enveloped in the present in the story.
There were lots of terms used in the story that are directly related to the futuristic sort of society that the characters live in, but these terms aren't very well-introduced. Some of them are intuitive (the ‘Sovereignty’ is a government entity), but others aren't (what's Veydris? Did I miss something?). There's a section in the back of the book for ‘Other Terms,’ but it would be nice to get a brief intro in the text too.
(This isn't a huge problem at all, but I thought I'd mention it anyway.)
Otherwise, there was a lot of technical jargon that was difficult to understand. The explanation of Luca's thesis paper took me several readthroughs to get a real understanding of what exactly he was researching, and then I had to do my own research on quantum algorithms to grasp the concept. Luca explains his paper (*there's a lot to this, but I'll keep it fairly brief to avoid major spoilers*) to Benjamin before they start revising, but even during the revision process, the phrasing is flowery and difficult to understand sometimes. Maybe it isn't crucial to understand the body of Luca's thesis, but we spend a lot of time reading about it.
There were some events I wish the book spent more time on. For example, Benjamin gets, like, /really miserably ill/ after being exposed to toxic air pollution, and I feel like it was kind of skimmed over. He was out for three days, and then once Luca drives him back to his place (and a big ol' time skip, so we don't even see how he gets there), he's… fine?
And the ending could definitely have been longer. I did cry, though, so that's certainly a testament to how well-written it was.
With all that being said, this was a memorable book that explores a lot of complex (and painfully relevant) issues.
Benjamin and Luca are both very complicated people with a litany of problems, and even though they fight all the time, they still gravitate towards each other. This book is dark, gritty, and it is /not/ a light read.
Personally, it wasn't my favorite, but I think a lot of people out there are going to pick this book up and love it.
⭐️4/5⭐️
First of all, HEED THE CONTENT WARNINGS. There are a lot of them, but trust that if the warning is there, it's there for a reason.
The introduction section is well-written with some worldbuilding to begin introducing the reader to the gritty, futuristic sci-fi setting.
Luca is a scholar, coming upon a hard deadline and working on his thesis. Coming from an ‘elite’ family, there are high expectations on his shoulders, both from his advisors and his family- especially his father. As the pressure mounts, he starts to wonder if he's really going to follow through with it… And whether he's really going to pursue what his father wants, or what /he/ wants.
Benjamin is a brilliant tech wiz with high grades and an impressive resume. However, his family's status and his upbringing in a poor district prevent him from getting accepted to any of the job positions he applies for, despite being fully qualified. He's described as “idealistic" by his peers, and starts pushing back against societal discrimination– and he is immediately punished for it. He gets arrested, and his parents kick him out of the house, leaving him homeless and broke.
Benjamin and Luca fight a LOT. Their relationship is incredibly complicated, and lie to each other constantly. Despite this, it's clear that they both care deeply about each other. Regardless, their relationship is less than healthy.
The biggest issue I had while reading this book was cohesion. While the story was indeed very well-written and compelling, some of the events did not flow very smoothly and I had to flip back and forth between sections to try to get a sense of ‘wait- when did that happen?’ Or ‘hang on- who is talking?’
There were a LOT of things going on; sometimes at the same time, or sometimes a bit of plot was interjected in the middle of an event. It made it hard for me to get really enveloped in the present in the story.
There were lots of terms used in the story that are directly related to the futuristic sort of society that the characters live in, but these terms aren't very well-introduced. Some of them are intuitive (the ‘Sovereignty’ is a government entity), but others aren't (what's Veydris? Did I miss something?). There's a section in the back of the book for ‘Other Terms,’ but it would be nice to get a brief intro in the text too.
(This isn't a huge problem at all, but I thought I'd mention it anyway.)
Otherwise, there was a lot of technical jargon that was difficult to understand. The explanation of Luca's thesis paper took me several readthroughs to get a real understanding of what exactly he was researching, and then I had to do my own research on quantum algorithms to grasp the concept. Luca explains his paper (*there's a lot to this, but I'll keep it fairly brief to avoid major spoilers*) to Benjamin before they start revising, but even during the revision process, the phrasing is flowery and difficult to understand sometimes. Maybe it isn't crucial to understand the body of Luca's thesis, but we spend a lot of time reading about it.
There were some events I wish the book spent more time on. For example, Benjamin gets, like, /really miserably ill/ after being exposed to toxic air pollution, and I feel like it was kind of skimmed over. He was out for three days, and then once Luca drives him back to his place (and a big ol' time skip, so we don't even see how he gets there), he's… fine?
And the ending could definitely have been longer. I did cry, though, so that's certainly a testament to how well-written it was.
With all that being said, this was a memorable book that explores a lot of complex (and painfully relevant) issues.
Benjamin and Luca are both very complicated people with a litany of problems, and even though they fight all the time, they still gravitate towards each other. This book is dark, gritty, and it is /not/ a light read.
Personally, it wasn't my favorite, but I think a lot of people out there are going to pick this book up and love it.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
March 3, 2026
This one was definitely outside of my normal reading comfort zone.
I went in with really high expectations, but I had a harder time with this book than I anticipated. The story is set in a futuristic world that felt complex and layered — and at times, I struggled to fully understand everything that was happening. There was a lot of information to process, and I found myself feeling disconnected from the world and the storyline.
I knew going in that this would lean more toward tragedy than romance, and while I can absolutely appreciate that style of storytelling, it just didn’t resonate with me the way I hoped it would.
The writing itself is clearly intelligent and thoughtfully crafted. You can tell the author put depth and intention into the world-building and themes. For me personally, though, the advanced style and heavy concepts made it difficult to stay fully engaged.
Overall, I don’t think the book lacked quality — it just wasn’t the right fit for me as a reader.
I went in with really high expectations, but I had a harder time with this book than I anticipated. The story is set in a futuristic world that felt complex and layered — and at times, I struggled to fully understand everything that was happening. There was a lot of information to process, and I found myself feeling disconnected from the world and the storyline.
I knew going in that this would lean more toward tragedy than romance, and while I can absolutely appreciate that style of storytelling, it just didn’t resonate with me the way I hoped it would.
The writing itself is clearly intelligent and thoughtfully crafted. You can tell the author put depth and intention into the world-building and themes. For me personally, though, the advanced style and heavy concepts made it difficult to stay fully engaged.
Overall, I don’t think the book lacked quality — it just wasn’t the right fit for me as a reader.
Review of advance copy
This book feels like breathing air that has already been rationed. Every page carries this heavy, electric pressure, like the world itself is watching and judging and waiting for someone to slip. Desire is dangerous here. Freedom is a rumor. Survival always costs more than you have. And Amy Felix makes you feel every ounce of it.
Benjamin wrecked me. He is sharp edges and swallowed rage. A man who has been humiliated, paraded, ground down until the world expects him to stay small. But there is something feral simmering under his skin. The way he refuses to flinch anymore. The way he decides if they are going to treat him like a villain, he might as well swing like one. His pain is not pretty. It is raw and humiliating and deeply human. I loved him for it.
And Luca. Luca feels like a different kind of tragedy. Softer cage. Quieter chains. Duty disguised as love. The kind of expectations that wrap around your throat gently until you forget what breathing freely feels like. When he reaches for Benjamin, it is not just attraction. It is defiance. It is desperation. It is hope disguised as recklessness.
Their connection is not sweet. It is urgent. It is two men standing in the wreckage of a system built to suffocate them, daring to want each other anyway. Every moment between them feels stolen. Dangerous. Like the world might collapse if anyone looks too closely. And maybe it does.
The dystopian setting is not just background noise. It presses in from all sides. Law and virtue twisted into obedience. Reputation weaponized. Ghosts of the past hovering over every decision. The tension never lets up. Not emotionally. Not politically. Not romantically. I felt like I was reading with my shoulders up around my ears the entire time.
And yet, in the middle of all that bleakness, there is something achingly beautiful about two broken men choosing each other. Not because it is easy. Not because it is safe. But because it is the only thing that feels real.
This book is brutal. Intimate. Unforgiving. It does not hold your hand. It drags you through the dark and dares you to keep looking. And I did. I would again.
Benjamin wrecked me. He is sharp edges and swallowed rage. A man who has been humiliated, paraded, ground down until the world expects him to stay small. But there is something feral simmering under his skin. The way he refuses to flinch anymore. The way he decides if they are going to treat him like a villain, he might as well swing like one. His pain is not pretty. It is raw and humiliating and deeply human. I loved him for it.
And Luca. Luca feels like a different kind of tragedy. Softer cage. Quieter chains. Duty disguised as love. The kind of expectations that wrap around your throat gently until you forget what breathing freely feels like. When he reaches for Benjamin, it is not just attraction. It is defiance. It is desperation. It is hope disguised as recklessness.
Their connection is not sweet. It is urgent. It is two men standing in the wreckage of a system built to suffocate them, daring to want each other anyway. Every moment between them feels stolen. Dangerous. Like the world might collapse if anyone looks too closely. And maybe it does.
The dystopian setting is not just background noise. It presses in from all sides. Law and virtue twisted into obedience. Reputation weaponized. Ghosts of the past hovering over every decision. The tension never lets up. Not emotionally. Not politically. Not romantically. I felt like I was reading with my shoulders up around my ears the entire time.
And yet, in the middle of all that bleakness, there is something achingly beautiful about two broken men choosing each other. Not because it is easy. Not because it is safe. But because it is the only thing that feels real.
This book is brutal. Intimate. Unforgiving. It does not hold your hand. It drags you through the dark and dares you to keep looking. And I did. I would again.
March 2, 2026
This is not a romance book. This is not your typical dystopian read either.
Without further adieu, Benjamin and Luca.
This novel takes place in a suffocating dystopian world where desire is dangerous, freedom is little more than a rumor, and survival always comes at an unimaginable cost. The atmosphere is tense and oppressive, with laws and morality twisted into tools of control. Much like a dictatorship monitored to the hilt.
At its center is Benjamin, a man shaped by humiliation and swallowed by rage, who refuses to stay small in a society that expects his submission. His pain is raw and when he decides that if he’s going to be treated like a villain he might as well act like one. If you can't beat them, then join them.
Luca, bound by quieter chains of duty and expectation, represents a different kind of tragedy—one where love is tangled with obligation. His longing for Benjamin is more than attraction; it is rebellion, desperation, and a grasp at something real.
Their connection is urgent rather than sweet, forged in the pieces of a system designed to suffocate them. Every moment they share feels dangerous, heightening both the emotional and political stakes. The setting presses in relentlessly, amplifying the tension and leaving little room to breathe. And yet, amid the bleakness, there is something deeply beautiful in two broken men choosing each other—not because it is safe or easy, but because it is the only truth they have.
This story is going to drag you through the darkness and show you the wreckage right along with it.
Thank you to the author for an advance reader copy in exchange for an honest review.
Without further adieu, Benjamin and Luca.
This novel takes place in a suffocating dystopian world where desire is dangerous, freedom is little more than a rumor, and survival always comes at an unimaginable cost. The atmosphere is tense and oppressive, with laws and morality twisted into tools of control. Much like a dictatorship monitored to the hilt.
At its center is Benjamin, a man shaped by humiliation and swallowed by rage, who refuses to stay small in a society that expects his submission. His pain is raw and when he decides that if he’s going to be treated like a villain he might as well act like one. If you can't beat them, then join them.
Luca, bound by quieter chains of duty and expectation, represents a different kind of tragedy—one where love is tangled with obligation. His longing for Benjamin is more than attraction; it is rebellion, desperation, and a grasp at something real.
Their connection is urgent rather than sweet, forged in the pieces of a system designed to suffocate them. Every moment they share feels dangerous, heightening both the emotional and political stakes. The setting presses in relentlessly, amplifying the tension and leaving little room to breathe. And yet, amid the bleakness, there is something deeply beautiful in two broken men choosing each other—not because it is safe or easy, but because it is the only truth they have.
This story is going to drag you through the darkness and show you the wreckage right along with it.
Thank you to the author for an advance reader copy in exchange for an honest review.
March 10, 2026
This book was so much more than I was expecting and everything I didn’t know I needed. There was so much to this book. And it is most definitely a book in a category all its own. Luca and Benjamin got me so invested in the story and in them. Benjamin honestly ruined me. He had been kicked down and humiliated so much in his life. I felt so deeply for him. He refuses to break anymore though and he’ll be the villain they think he is, which makes me love him even more. Luca was just as trapped, but it a very different way. He’s being chained and choked by expectations. And suffering in his own way. The connection between Luca and Benjamin is so raw and real. It goes way beyond physical attraction. It’s desperate and forceful, and dangerous. That tension comes alive and never dies out. I was on the edge of my seat and had a knot in my stomach the entire time, I loved every second of it. I couldn’t help the flutter in my heart at these two men picking each other over all else. It’s absolutely beautiful to experience. This book shattered me and left me in a pit of darkness, until the love and connection between Luca and Benjamin pulled me out and put me back together. I was so drawn in by them and their story stayed with me long after o out the book down. It’s truly a story of finding your person and holding on to the peace they give you.
March 14, 2026
Sometimes dystopian fiction can feel a little too familiar with oppressive regimes, reluctant heroes, and systems begging to be burned down. Heaven Ninety-Seven quietly sidesteps these tropes. It is not your typical dystopian novel.
Benjamin is a rare kind of protagonist, not a revolutionary by design, but by nature. In a world built to demand submission, his refusal to simply comply isn't a dramatic act of rebellion. It's just who he is. That stubbornness, that insistence on existing on his own terms, feels almost dangerous in the best way. You can't help but be drawn to him.
Then there's Luca. Where Benjamin resists, Luca is bound, by duty, by obligation, by a loyalty to a structure that may not deserve it. The tension between them isn't just romantic; it's political. Two people shaped by the same world in completely opposite directions, circling each other with an intensity that practically hums off the page.
Their wanting each other is its own form of defiance — a quiet, consuming act of resistance against everything their world tells them to be. What makes this story different is that it isn't just a dystopian romance. It is so much more.
Benjamin is a rare kind of protagonist, not a revolutionary by design, but by nature. In a world built to demand submission, his refusal to simply comply isn't a dramatic act of rebellion. It's just who he is. That stubbornness, that insistence on existing on his own terms, feels almost dangerous in the best way. You can't help but be drawn to him.
Then there's Luca. Where Benjamin resists, Luca is bound, by duty, by obligation, by a loyalty to a structure that may not deserve it. The tension between them isn't just romantic; it's political. Two people shaped by the same world in completely opposite directions, circling each other with an intensity that practically hums off the page.
Their wanting each other is its own form of defiance — a quiet, consuming act of resistance against everything their world tells them to be. What makes this story different is that it isn't just a dystopian romance. It is so much more.
March 10, 2026
Sometimes you need a happily never after to shock your system and bring you a deep heartache that can only be brought on by a devastating story and characters that will resonate with you long after their story is told.
If you're looking to dig deep out of your comfort zone, this dark dystopian world is where you'll find a unique place that will make you question priorities.
It's a difficult and heavy read. Luca and Benjamin go against the oppressive system they live in, but through all the darkness, there is beauty in their choosing one another.
I can honestly say i have never read anything like this and am glad i had the chance to even if it left me with a deep ache and heart in my throat.
Tropes:
MM
Dystopian
Childhood friends
Class conflict
Codependency
Lies
Dual POV
Check TW
Thank you, Happily Booked PR and Amy Felix for the opportunity to read this book.
If you're looking to dig deep out of your comfort zone, this dark dystopian world is where you'll find a unique place that will make you question priorities.
It's a difficult and heavy read. Luca and Benjamin go against the oppressive system they live in, but through all the darkness, there is beauty in their choosing one another.
I can honestly say i have never read anything like this and am glad i had the chance to even if it left me with a deep ache and heart in my throat.
Tropes:
MM
Dystopian
Childhood friends
Class conflict
Codependency
Lies
Dual POV
Check TW
Thank you, Happily Booked PR and Amy Felix for the opportunity to read this book.
March 6, 2026
This book presented quite a challenge for me initially, but once I immersed myself in it, I found it quite captivating. It was unlike anything I had read before, so I dove in headfirst. It unfolds as a dark dystopian tale infused with elements of romance; however, it transcends typical romance narratives, revealing a story filled with raw emotion and profound longing. The relationship between Ben and Luca truly enriched the narrative. Their bond felt incredibly deep and genuine, and the experiences they endured were incredibly moving. They were both strong characters who leaned on each other in the midst of a harsh reality. This story resonated emotionally, and Ben and Luca lingered in my heart long after. Their portrayal was exquisite, as was the entire narrative. I wholeheartedly recommend giving this book a read — a solid 10/10!
March 15, 2026
Dystopian. Enthralling. Mind boggling. Heartbreaking.
Heaven Ninety-Seven was such a deep emotional and engaging ride. We felt like we were with two friends, developing a deep connection with Luca and Ben and following them on a journey of academia and love?... for better or worse.
The way the story and world unfolded was gripping, showing the two perspectives over different timelines. As you piece together what is happening, you realise nothing is truly what it seems and this aint yout typical love story.
We particularly enjoyed the dystopian world and exploration of social structures and class systems through lens of academia. The notion of the rich eating the poor in a wolf eat sheep world.
We definitely enjoyed this book and recommend it but its not for the faint hearted. Its confronting and uncomfortable, as it should be, with the messages and themes its exploring.
Heaven Ninety-Seven was such a deep emotional and engaging ride. We felt like we were with two friends, developing a deep connection with Luca and Ben and following them on a journey of academia and love?... for better or worse.
The way the story and world unfolded was gripping, showing the two perspectives over different timelines. As you piece together what is happening, you realise nothing is truly what it seems and this aint yout typical love story.
We particularly enjoyed the dystopian world and exploration of social structures and class systems through lens of academia. The notion of the rich eating the poor in a wolf eat sheep world.
We definitely enjoyed this book and recommend it but its not for the faint hearted. Its confronting and uncomfortable, as it should be, with the messages and themes its exploring.
March 12, 2026
Though this book wasn't for me, I cannot argue with the immaculate world building and story telling. Amy Felix is a genius with her writing.
This story was futuristic, complicated to understand at times, but i was able to understand the majority of it by going back and forth. I think this book would be more geared toward more technically inclined group of readers. I think a lot of my confusion came from terms that I just had to look up to understand, and for me, that pulled me out of the story and snapped me back to reality. I am definitely going to read it again at a later time and see if I feel the same. As a mood reader, maybe it just wasn't for me, at the moment.
This story was futuristic, complicated to understand at times, but i was able to understand the majority of it by going back and forth. I think this book would be more geared toward more technically inclined group of readers. I think a lot of my confusion came from terms that I just had to look up to understand, and for me, that pulled me out of the story and snapped me back to reality. I am definitely going to read it again at a later time and see if I feel the same. As a mood reader, maybe it just wasn't for me, at the moment.
March 12, 2026
"I received an ARC and am voluntarily leaving an honest review.” Heaven Ninety-Seven. This book has two characters that stay with you long after the final page: Benjamin, a man hardened by humiliation but refusing to break, and Luca, who is chained and choked by the expectations of his life. Their bond transcends physical attraction, becoming a raw necessity that provides the only true peace in their chaotic world. While the book is emotionally heavy, leaving you on the edge of the seat with a knot in your stomach, it is ultimately a stunning story about finding your person against all odds. 💛
March 12, 2026
This book was a little hard for me to get through, not because it wasn’t well written (it was) but because it was so heavy to read. This is definitely not a romance with a hea so pay attention to the author’s warning on that if that’s a deal breaker for you. Benjamin was basically rage incarnate while Luca was more quiet obedience and their relationship felt necessary while also feeling dangerous. If you like dystopian settings I think you will want to read this, but it is definitely not a feel good type of book. Thank you to Happily booked for the advanced copy in exchange for a fair and honest review
Review of advance copy received from Author
Amazing world building in this. It was so rich with description. Both Ben and Luca really made this a wonderful story to read. Their connection was so deep, so real. The things they both went through. They were such strong characters. There was they held on to one another in such an awful place.
This story was very emotional, and these two stayed in my heart. They were so beautifully written. This entire story was. It was such a joy to be able to read this for the author.
This story was very emotional, and these two stayed in my heart. They were so beautifully written. This entire story was. It was such a joy to be able to read this for the author.
Review of advance copy received from Author
Wow, the storyline grabbed my by the throat and then gut punched me at the same time.
An emotional roller coaster set in an amazing dystopian world.
Benjamin and Luca have suffered terribly and together their initial friendship and then subsequent romance is defiance in the face of a world determined to keep them apart.
An emotional roller coaster set in an amazing dystopian world.
Benjamin and Luca have suffered terribly and together their initial friendship and then subsequent romance is defiance in the face of a world determined to keep them apart.
March 3, 2026
A dark dystopian story with some romance - but it's not really a romance book, it's a story of raw emotion and intense longing. The darkness of this connection is deep, but watching Benjamin and Luca come together and stay together makes for a beautiful and emotionally intense read.
March 10, 2026
Intriguing Story
This is intriguing and complex story. There were a few times that things seemed a bit hard to follow to me but I am glad that I finished it. I enjoyed the overall story.
I received an ARC and this is my unbiased opinion
This is intriguing and complex story. There were a few times that things seemed a bit hard to follow to me but I am glad that I finished it. I enjoyed the overall story.
I received an ARC and this is my unbiased opinion
March 6, 2026
This book absolutely drags you down with it immediately. It’s heavy, and intriguing and hypnotizing. 10/10 recommend you give this one a read!
March 10, 2026
a nice book
Did not finish
March 22, 2026I didn't connect with the characters and just wasn't feeling immersed. I do want to try again as I was intrigued with the world and overall vibes.
Review of advance copy received from Author
This was such a unique story. The online friendship part, and the intimacy that coincided with that connection, to their individual lives in their respective districts and their reconnection, everything was amazingly executed. I’m not a huge fan of dual timelines (if that’s the right term) or at least jumping back and forth in time but it made sense here. I’m actually relieved the author didn’t insert certain elements for shock value (I was scared after reading the Cw’s) As someone with daddy issues, this story hit home. I hated the ending but loved it all the same, though I had hoped for more closure in the epilogue. I’m sad that it’s the end of Benjamin’s and Luca’s story, but I can’t wait to meet the others in this series.
#MM #dystopian
#MM #dystopian
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