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One Island.
Two survivors.
Can love survive their demons?
After a life on the streets he’s done with people. Done with society. Done with all of it.
He doesn’t care if that means living alone on a deserted island running a successful tech consulting gig.
No one is worth leaving the life he built. Not even his mafia capo best friend.
Until he meets her…
Trigger Warning: This book contains dark elements.
Two survivors.
Can love survive their demons?
After a life on the streets he’s done with people. Done with society. Done with all of it.
He doesn’t care if that means living alone on a deserted island running a successful tech consulting gig.
No one is worth leaving the life he built. Not even his mafia capo best friend.
Until he meets her…
Trigger Warning: This book contains dark elements.
217 pages, Kindle Edition
Published September 6, 2019
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August 30, 2019
Bry Ann, your books should come with a health warning!!
Holy cow girl what you do to me every time I read you books. I laughed, cried, raged (at Anthony) and totally fell in love with Guy.
Without giving away too many spoilers, Kiki is a running from her husband. Her life becomes entangled with Guy and his mafia friend Francis. I love the way the books always have a mention of characters from the Rose and Thorns series although you don't have to have read them.
This is another blockbuster of a book 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
Please tell me Alex and Rain are coming next!!!
Holy cow girl what you do to me every time I read you books. I laughed, cried, raged (at Anthony) and totally fell in love with Guy.
Without giving away too many spoilers, Kiki is a running from her husband. Her life becomes entangled with Guy and his mafia friend Francis. I love the way the books always have a mention of characters from the Rose and Thorns series although you don't have to have read them.
This is another blockbuster of a book 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
Please tell me Alex and Rain are coming next!!!
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
September 10, 2019
Ok, this was not what I was expecting but boy, oh boy did Bry Ann nail the mark with this one!!
Kiki runs from her abusive husband to a deserted island, only things don’t go exactly how she thought it would.
Be ready to laugh until your sides hurt with this one!! 🖤🖤
Kiki runs from her abusive husband to a deserted island, only things don’t go exactly how she thought it would.
Be ready to laugh until your sides hurt with this one!! 🖤🖤
September 4, 2019
Wow. Once again Bry Ann creates characters who shine despite the horrors of the world. Guy's backstory broke my heart. I love how she turns "good" and "bad" on its side showing the complexity of the world. The relationship forged between Guy and Francis is a bright spot in a dark, depressing world. Hurt and rejected, Guy has found his peace on an isolated island. He's alone and safe - finally. Abused and seeking freedom, Katrina finds herself in dire straits on an island in the middle of nowhere. Two tormented, strong people meet and the story unfolds. Bry Ann has a real strong talent of revealing the challenges of building, destroying and resurrecting connection within her character world. Her characters are always fully developed and burrow their way into your emotions. You love them, rage at them, cry for them, obsess over them.
Without sharing more, I just want to say I love the strength of both of the characters despite their obvious fragility. The interplay between want, need, fear of rejection and desire is done with impeccable skill. Bry Ann's stories never disappoint. I was unable to put this book down until I finished. If anything I was left wanting more of these characters. Well done.
I was provided an advanced copy of this story in exchange for an honest review.
Without sharing more, I just want to say I love the strength of both of the characters despite their obvious fragility. The interplay between want, need, fear of rejection and desire is done with impeccable skill. Bry Ann's stories never disappoint. I was unable to put this book down until I finished. If anything I was left wanting more of these characters. Well done.
I was provided an advanced copy of this story in exchange for an honest review.
September 6, 2019
A breath of fresh air!
I just love this book! It's got the darkness that I love Bry Ann for, but also a lightness and humour that comes with the personalities of Guy and Kiki. Who can be scared when Guy is around? He's just one big soft, but tough hero......And Kiki? Well, I relate to her in so many ways......especially the blushing and giggling LOL!!
This is another perfect addition to Bry Ann's books which link in to the Rose's and Thorns series and I'm genuinely sad that I've come to the end of Guy's story..... but hopefully we'll see more of these characters if Rain gets her own story???
Highly recommended!
I just love this book! It's got the darkness that I love Bry Ann for, but also a lightness and humour that comes with the personalities of Guy and Kiki. Who can be scared when Guy is around? He's just one big soft, but tough hero......And Kiki? Well, I relate to her in so many ways......especially the blushing and giggling LOL!!
This is another perfect addition to Bry Ann's books which link in to the Rose's and Thorns series and I'm genuinely sad that I've come to the end of Guy's story..... but hopefully we'll see more of these characters if Rain gets her own story???
Highly recommended!
September 3, 2019
Another hit, 5+Stars!!! Love this author's books...
I loved this story. Guy had a tragic childhood, but has survived only to live a lonely life on an island. Katrina married an abuser and has escaped battered and afraid to the island. When these two come together, the story just gets better. I loved the characters from Bry Ann's other books that appear in the story. It's fast-paced and captured me from the first page. It made me sad at times and laugh at other times. Read it today you will not be dissapointed.
I loved this story. Guy had a tragic childhood, but has survived only to live a lonely life on an island. Katrina married an abuser and has escaped battered and afraid to the island. When these two come together, the story just gets better. I loved the characters from Bry Ann's other books that appear in the story. It's fast-paced and captured me from the first page. It made me sad at times and laugh at other times. Read it today you will not be dissapointed.
September 7, 2019
Where do I even begin?? This was my very first time reading one of Bry Ann's books and she did NOT disappoint! From the time I started I wanted more and more. I couldn't put it down. It's hard to not fall in love with Guy and Kiki. Reading about them almost makes you wish it was you who found him on that Island. The way Bry Ann writes makes it so easy for your imagination to run wild. I could feel the emotion of her story. The happiness, the sadness I felt it all. I cannot express enough it was awesome! Fantastic job Bry Ann!
September 6, 2019
Remarkable Dark Love Story!
I absolutely loved this dark romance about two people who have very tragic pasts but come together and learn how to get beyond their pasts and learn how to love and survive. The story is tragic, funny and utterly phenomenal. Guy and Kiki are two characters that will make your heartache for them at times and that will make you fall deeply in love with them. Such a terrific story.
Loved every second of it. Highly recommend.
I absolutely loved this dark romance about two people who have very tragic pasts but come together and learn how to get beyond their pasts and learn how to love and survive. The story is tragic, funny and utterly phenomenal. Guy and Kiki are two characters that will make your heartache for them at times and that will make you fall deeply in love with them. Such a terrific story.
Loved every second of it. Highly recommend.
September 2, 2019
I was always curious about Guy, and his story. For a recluse I thought he would be kinda awkward, but holy was I wrong. I loved him, this book made me laugh out loud a few times. And Kiki couldn't of asked for a better match for him. What a story these two had together!
September 10, 2019
brilliant as always thank you so much but my favourite book is still Graveyard Girl that story I so understand I lived on the streets you really got it write x
September 16, 2019
I really enjoyed this book.
January 17, 2020
Omg. An emotional journey from the first page to the last. Suspenseful, full of drama, secrets, and danger keep me glued to the story. Couldn’t put it down. Stayed up all night to finish this book. A must read!!!!
September 6, 2019
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 5 out of 5-stars
Guy is a socially awkward computer nerd who hates living in society. After years of living on the streets and surviving because of his best friend Frances, he moves away from society and the warped ways of people. He does best on his own and lives on his own private island away from everyone. He likes it that way. He runs his own business and is very well off.
Katrina needs to get away from her life and wants to hide out on an island so that her abuser cannot find her. She needs time to heal from the last beating she received. However, she is not prepared for the island and how dangerous it could be. When a storm rolls in, she is scared and doesn’t know what to do. When she hears a man’s voice trying to coax her to go with him for safety, is surprised to find someone else on the deserted island.
Bry Ann hit it another home run with this book. I love her books and this one does not disappoint. The characters in her stories may be dealing with a lot from their childhoods, but they always find the one person who can complete them and make them whole again. These characters have a lot going on but when they meet and get to know each other, they find that they are a perfect match. There are so many lines in this book that I loved, but a couple that really stood out to me and made me smile were “And let me tell ya, nothing leads to better sex than a happy guy and a confident female. And we have some bomb-a** sex that day.” This is so true. Confidence in either a man or a woman is so sexy. I also loved the reference to Seven, “He comes back in the room with—I’m not kidding you—a sword. Yep. Apparently, a “co-mobster” of Frances’s (I have no idea what to call him) uses swords as a weapon and now he’s got Guy all interested in it.” I also love the part about Bart. Bry Ann’s book always make me cry, laugh, and get so angry at the characters for being so stupid at times.
I love Guy’s awkwardness and his little quirks, but he was trained by one the best from the streets on how to take care of himself, and he can be a force to be reckoned with if provoked. I give this story a 5-star review and I look forward to more stories from Bry Ann in the future. You really have to read this book, it’s a wonderful story and a beautiful beginning for Guy and Kiki.
Guy is a socially awkward computer nerd who hates living in society. After years of living on the streets and surviving because of his best friend Frances, he moves away from society and the warped ways of people. He does best on his own and lives on his own private island away from everyone. He likes it that way. He runs his own business and is very well off.
Katrina needs to get away from her life and wants to hide out on an island so that her abuser cannot find her. She needs time to heal from the last beating she received. However, she is not prepared for the island and how dangerous it could be. When a storm rolls in, she is scared and doesn’t know what to do. When she hears a man’s voice trying to coax her to go with him for safety, is surprised to find someone else on the deserted island.
Bry Ann hit it another home run with this book. I love her books and this one does not disappoint. The characters in her stories may be dealing with a lot from their childhoods, but they always find the one person who can complete them and make them whole again. These characters have a lot going on but when they meet and get to know each other, they find that they are a perfect match. There are so many lines in this book that I loved, but a couple that really stood out to me and made me smile were “And let me tell ya, nothing leads to better sex than a happy guy and a confident female. And we have some bomb-a** sex that day.” This is so true. Confidence in either a man or a woman is so sexy. I also loved the reference to Seven, “He comes back in the room with—I’m not kidding you—a sword. Yep. Apparently, a “co-mobster” of Frances’s (I have no idea what to call him) uses swords as a weapon and now he’s got Guy all interested in it.” I also love the part about Bart. Bry Ann’s book always make me cry, laugh, and get so angry at the characters for being so stupid at times.
I love Guy’s awkwardness and his little quirks, but he was trained by one the best from the streets on how to take care of himself, and he can be a force to be reckoned with if provoked. I give this story a 5-star review and I look forward to more stories from Bry Ann in the future. You really have to read this book, it’s a wonderful story and a beautiful beginning for Guy and Kiki.
September 6, 2019
Well the author did it again… this book was tragic and redemptive all at once. I loved following Guy (and Kiki for that matter) on his journey from childhood to adulthood, from broken to finding Kiki and love. I cried I’ll be honest, but that is just par for the story; how you cannot read this broken history (of both characters) and not feel is beyond me.
This author excels (in all her stories) at taking agonizing, life shattering moments, realistic horrors and having her characters endure and come out on the other side. This book has action and passion but it is also a journey of self-discovery, redemption, revenge, and romance. In the real world there is no black and white and I think the author captures that with both her plot but also with the decisions the characters make. Life is not easy, but we all deserve a HEA and that is what draws me to this author’s story time and time again.
This story is balanced so well I never felt bored or disappointed. The characters are well detailed and fun to read about. I think Guy and Kiki are perfect for each other as they have so much in common yet are totally different. I think the setting for this story is also right on point. I don’t think Guy and Kiki could have connected the way they did if they were not as isolated as they were. Over all, if you are new to this author this is a great story to start with, it is a standalone so you won’t be missing anything but it is also a great way to understand her stories better. If you are already a fan, you need nothing from me, just get your one click on now, LOL. I received an ARC and am leaving an honest review.
This author excels (in all her stories) at taking agonizing, life shattering moments, realistic horrors and having her characters endure and come out on the other side. This book has action and passion but it is also a journey of self-discovery, redemption, revenge, and romance. In the real world there is no black and white and I think the author captures that with both her plot but also with the decisions the characters make. Life is not easy, but we all deserve a HEA and that is what draws me to this author’s story time and time again.
This story is balanced so well I never felt bored or disappointed. The characters are well detailed and fun to read about. I think Guy and Kiki are perfect for each other as they have so much in common yet are totally different. I think the setting for this story is also right on point. I don’t think Guy and Kiki could have connected the way they did if they were not as isolated as they were. Over all, if you are new to this author this is a great story to start with, it is a standalone so you won’t be missing anything but it is also a great way to understand her stories better. If you are already a fan, you need nothing from me, just get your one click on now, LOL. I received an ARC and am leaving an honest review.
August 31, 2019
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Once again Bry I am speechless. Guy is one hell of a book. I thought I was ready to know Guy, his story, KiKi, her story but I was not.
Only Bry as the skills to write a dark, sad book but can make you laugh.
Because yes did I laugh at Guy’s personalities and Kiki is by far my favorite!
The chemistry between them was intense.
I cried. yes that was to be expected knowing their past. They have both been through a lot but they are still there alive and ready to keep going on with their life.
Guy has chosen a private Island to help himself. Or that is what he thinks anyway.
I screamed at how some characters were. If I could have taken care of them myself I would gladly have done it.
I was not ready to let go of Guy & Kiki their story was one of the best, I love them.
I notice I am saying this to all the books Bry writes but how can you not fall in love with her characters and not want to follow their story even after the book is finished and knowing they are fictional characters.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Once again Bry I am speechless. Guy is one hell of a book. I thought I was ready to know Guy, his story, KiKi, her story but I was not.
Only Bry as the skills to write a dark, sad book but can make you laugh.
Because yes did I laugh at Guy’s personalities and Kiki is by far my favorite!
The chemistry between them was intense.
I cried. yes that was to be expected knowing their past. They have both been through a lot but they are still there alive and ready to keep going on with their life.
Guy has chosen a private Island to help himself. Or that is what he thinks anyway.
I screamed at how some characters were. If I could have taken care of them myself I would gladly have done it.
I was not ready to let go of Guy & Kiki their story was one of the best, I love them.
I notice I am saying this to all the books Bry writes but how can you not fall in love with her characters and not want to follow their story even after the book is finished and knowing they are fictional characters.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
September 9, 2019
Bry Ann is one of my favorite authors but for me Guy was lacking a little. I’m so used to her dark romances being darker.
Kiki is immature and there were a few times in the book I found her annoying. I really like Guy. He’s antisocial and lives on an island alone but his love for Kiki makes him seem more....human for a lack of a better word. I liked their dynamic and playfulness with each other.
Overall I enjoyed Kiki & Guys story. Bry Ann still remains one of my favorite authors and I look forward to what’s to come!
Kiki is immature and there were a few times in the book I found her annoying. I really like Guy. He’s antisocial and lives on an island alone but his love for Kiki makes him seem more....human for a lack of a better word. I liked their dynamic and playfulness with each other.
Overall I enjoyed Kiki & Guys story. Bry Ann still remains one of my favorite authors and I look forward to what’s to come!
October 1, 2019
My first Bry Ann book and I look forward to reading more of her work. I was not ready for the hot mess that was Guy(in a good way). He has had a hard life and prefers living in isolation on his deserted island. Kiki is running from an abusive ex and ends up on Guy's private island and eventually in his space. These two had a great dynamic and could banter for hours. Kiki gets Guy's protective instincts on alert and he wants to make her life easier. Will true love win in the end?
Loved the cover!
Loved the cover!
September 7, 2019
Well,yet once again Bry Ann showed us her brilliant skills
of making an amazing story!!!
I loved Guy and Kiki's story soo much. Throughout the plot,my heart sank,i cried, i wanted to
kill and laughed,soo so much. This is amazing.
Paradoxical,unique talent of my Bry Ann to twist two tortured souls into a story full of light. Loved it and yet again bowing to Bry for her amazing skills of making our hearts melt.
of making an amazing story!!!
I loved Guy and Kiki's story soo much. Throughout the plot,my heart sank,i cried, i wanted to
kill and laughed,soo so much. This is amazing.
Paradoxical,unique talent of my Bry Ann to twist two tortured souls into a story full of light. Loved it and yet again bowing to Bry for her amazing skills of making our hearts melt.
September 23, 2019
A troubled child who grew up to be a troubled adult and a woman on the run. When Kiki ends up on Guy’s island things get interesting. These two face challenges, but will love win in the end.?? I really enjoyed this story!
August 29, 2019
It’s long awaited... but Guy is here!
September 6, 2019
Is this a joke? This book is soo bad, I wanted to poke my eyes out 😂. I don’t get how this is “ a dark romantic comedy” . The worst book I ever read this year!
September 17, 2019
Great book definitely reccomend!
I loved the characters in this book...Guy is a tech nerd who grew up rough. Kiki and him are such a great match...I really loved this story!
I loved the characters in this book...Guy is a tech nerd who grew up rough. Kiki and him are such a great match...I really loved this story!
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