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Main Desire #4
Laid Bare
Natalie needs to get laid.
Bad time management skills. Partying a little too much. Glitter in unmentionable places. When boys meet me, they tend to focus less on the hot and more on the mess. Which means I’ve always just been one of the guys. Making it harder to get, well, you know.
So when I discover Theo Morris―star quarterback, big man on campus, frequent subject of my dirtiest daydreams, and oh, yeah, my best friend―is the culprit behind my lackluster love life, I go right to the source. Either he can back the hell off… or he can lend a helping hand.
Theo helps friends in need.
If I’ve spent the past four years warning other guys away from my best friend, then it’s only because I’m looking out for her best interests. It has nothing to do with the fact that from the moment I met Natalie Mason, I’ve wanted to bare every part of her and kiss her senseless.
Nat has her own hurdles. I won’t burden her with mine. I can check my feelings and just stay in the friend zone. Until she comes to me, demanding I pay back all the orgasms she missed out on from my interference. And suddenly, my once-so-carefully crafted control starts slipping…
Bad time management skills. Partying a little too much. Glitter in unmentionable places. When boys meet me, they tend to focus less on the hot and more on the mess. Which means I’ve always just been one of the guys. Making it harder to get, well, you know.
So when I discover Theo Morris―star quarterback, big man on campus, frequent subject of my dirtiest daydreams, and oh, yeah, my best friend―is the culprit behind my lackluster love life, I go right to the source. Either he can back the hell off… or he can lend a helping hand.
Theo helps friends in need.
If I’ve spent the past four years warning other guys away from my best friend, then it’s only because I’m looking out for her best interests. It has nothing to do with the fact that from the moment I met Natalie Mason, I’ve wanted to bare every part of her and kiss her senseless.
Nat has her own hurdles. I won’t burden her with mine. I can check my feelings and just stay in the friend zone. Until she comes to me, demanding I pay back all the orgasms she missed out on from my interference. And suddenly, my once-so-carefully crafted control starts slipping…
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Published February 18, 2022
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February 21, 2022
Oh Penny Clarke, how you have done it again!
This is the last of the Main Desire series that feature Theo and Nat. Their story was truly unique in a sense that they started with a friendship and SLOWLY crossed to a relationship. Someone whom experiences panic attacks or depression, would really connect with this book and the struggles these characters faced individually. Both Theo and Nat had the Mom and Dad role of the group so it was nice to see the spotlight on them for once. Loved the swoon worthy moments that Theo presented and also the "steamy worthy" side of Theo!
Will be honest, I had a hard time connecting with Nat prior to this book. I did receive closure for Nat's actions against Summer in Hard Facts. I went into this book with some distaste to Nat already from the prior book but was very happy with the ending in Laid Bare. Although they aren't my favorite Main Desire couple (that is reserved for Spencer and Kennedy! END OF STORY) I did enjoy this book!
Sidenote: Can't wait to see more from this author!
This is the last of the Main Desire series that feature Theo and Nat. Their story was truly unique in a sense that they started with a friendship and SLOWLY crossed to a relationship. Someone whom experiences panic attacks or depression, would really connect with this book and the struggles these characters faced individually. Both Theo and Nat had the Mom and Dad role of the group so it was nice to see the spotlight on them for once. Loved the swoon worthy moments that Theo presented and also the "steamy worthy" side of Theo!
Will be honest, I had a hard time connecting with Nat prior to this book. I did receive closure for Nat's actions against Summer in Hard Facts. I went into this book with some distaste to Nat already from the prior book but was very happy with the ending in Laid Bare. Although they aren't my favorite Main Desire couple (that is reserved for Spencer and Kennedy! END OF STORY) I did enjoy this book!
Sidenote: Can't wait to see more from this author!
October 15, 2023
Finally. I have never cried so much while reading an epilogue. This book gave me everything I needed and more.
This entire series was just amazing. The love stories were top tier but the friendships omg so well written.
I’m still crying while writing this 🥹
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Re-reading the series in anticipation. I cannot wait 😮💨
This entire series was just amazing. The love stories were top tier but the friendships omg so well written.
I’m still crying while writing this 🥹
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Re-reading the series in anticipation. I cannot wait 😮💨
March 8, 2022
Gw masukin dark gak ya... trigger : suicide, panic attack sama depression gt.. gw pikir akan fun, taunya agak gimana gitu bacanya, sedih... tp gak dark2 bgt jg kok, tetep menyenangkan dibaca XD
Kalau sudah baca judul2 sebelumnya tu dah tau lah, ni bocah b2 hanya perlu menyadari perasaan masing2 doang.. si golden boy cuma butuh nyadar, trs mengutarakan perasaan aja sebenernya... gak ada tu sahabatan sama cowo yg pure, ya ada kl si cowonya gay sih kwkwkwkwkw
Gw pikir tu setting cerita akan mulai ketika Natalie sadar apa yg diperbuat Theo Morris, taunya openingnya mundur dulu.. baru setelah setengah ke konflik Natalie tau Theo menyabotase setiap kencannya dan demand kompensasi... mungkin biar yg gak baca buku sebelumnya tetep enjoy jg si ya, jadi tau kek mana tu pertemanan Nathalie sama Theo.
gw tu lupa baca novel ini tgl berapa kwkwkwkwkw
Kalau sudah baca judul2 sebelumnya tu dah tau lah, ni bocah b2 hanya perlu menyadari perasaan masing2 doang.. si golden boy cuma butuh nyadar, trs mengutarakan perasaan aja sebenernya... gak ada tu sahabatan sama cowo yg pure, ya ada kl si cowonya gay sih kwkwkwkwkw
Gw pikir tu setting cerita akan mulai ketika Natalie sadar apa yg diperbuat Theo Morris, taunya openingnya mundur dulu.. baru setelah setengah ke konflik Natalie tau Theo menyabotase setiap kencannya dan demand kompensasi... mungkin biar yg gak baca buku sebelumnya tetep enjoy jg si ya, jadi tau kek mana tu pertemanan Nathalie sama Theo.
gw tu lupa baca novel ini tgl berapa kwkwkwkwkw
February 17, 2026
dnf this book as of right now, i might come back. i really enjoyed the series, we saw some typical tropes done in creative ways and got to meet a lot of fun characters along the way! im partial to summer and grayson, but everyone is a fun addition to this circle of friends. with that being said, i was excited for natalie and theo, but i ended up pretty dissappointed. it made me a bit uncomfy to consider the ways theo pined after natalie without telling her and although i attempt understand his reasons and wanting to honor her decision to be friends it just makes me feel uncomfortable that he deliberately put this woman in the position of doubting herself and feeling jipped left and right with cancelled dates all because he decided she would be his when they first met 4 years ago. i know theo says he never realized the impact, but literally we saw nat crying about this for 3 books thru multiple different character perspectives and somehow theo missed it?? also i feel generally uncomfortable with natalies little peep shows because as much as i understand that the first time was an accident that built an itch for more its definitely very taboo to do this. its not even a dark romance, lol! anyway, i typically enjoy friends to lovers and touch her and die tropes so im not sure why this one rubbed me the wrong way but i just want to share my honest thoughts at this time
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February 19, 2022
I’m so sad that I binged this book less than an hour in one sitting. This book was amazing and a perfect way to end the series. I didn’t really know Theo’s character before but I feel like I know his character now and I love him. I love the relationship dynamic between Theo and Natalie. The whole best friends to lover trope will always be my favorite. The chemistry, the plot, the characters every single thing about this book is a 10/10 for me and I wouldn’t lie. Penny Clarke has become one of my favorite authors and I can’t wait to see what she does next. I wish we had more. Maybe books about their future kids I don’t know something because I need more 😢
April 18, 2022
This book had so much promise, but the heroine ruined it all. She was absolutely obsessed with having sex, like to the point where she begged her friends to tell her all about their intimate moments with their boyfriends--AND attempted to find them in the act so she can watch. Not only is that creepy, but it's invasive. The hero did a dumb thing, pushing away potential sexual partners so his reckless, irresponsible, idiotic best friend (the sex-crazed heroine) didn't make a mistake she'd never recover from. Yes, I understood his reasoning, but he could he helped her some other way. It wasn't his business who she f**ked. The heroine's "punishment" for the hero was all sorts of ridiculous! "Yeah, you denied me all these orgasms by running off my ONSs, so you'll just have to make up for it by fingerbanging me. Oh, don't worry, it won't make things weird--we'll still be best friends...even though you know how to find my G-spot with your fingers."
This book could have been something great, but the manic-brained heroine made every scene exhausting, and the hero was a weak ass bitch who tried to please everyone and ended up looking like a dumbass.
First and last book by this author.
This book could have been something great, but the manic-brained heroine made every scene exhausting, and the hero was a weak ass bitch who tried to please everyone and ended up looking like a dumbass.
First and last book by this author.
January 12, 2026
Wasn’t spectacular. I do enjoy my best friends to lovers though
November 29, 2025
i haven’t felt this high from a college sports series since off campus.
how am i supposed to go on
this one had me hooked until about 60% and then it was just fine. the epilogue was heart warming to see everything tie together
book 2 is my favorite
how am i supposed to go on
this one had me hooked until about 60% and then it was just fine. the epilogue was heart warming to see everything tie together
book 2 is my favorite
February 25, 2022
This book was everything I needed it to be and a great end to this series!! I was a little hesitant with a friends-to-lovers story line, but I had also been waiting for Natalie and Theo to get together since book one, so of course I still loved it. These are truly some of my go-to college sports romances, and I love them so much I still refuse to remove any of them from my kindle unlimited downloads! I am going to miss this friend group so much…I might have to do a full reread now :)
February 21, 2022
Amazing!!!!!
Oh I have really enjoyed this series and am so sad to see it end. I love all of the characters so much. Penny is a brilliant writer. I can't wait to read more books from her. This book has everything xxx
Oh I have really enjoyed this series and am so sad to see it end. I love all of the characters so much. Penny is a brilliant writer. I can't wait to read more books from her. This book has everything xxx
February 19, 2022
I loved that Epilogue
Best for last, well it’s not perfect but then neither is Theo & Nat. That’s what I loved about this book, no one was the savior. They helped, they build, they grew together.
The friendships really make this series so good. That epilogue… I wish all authors did that with the ending of a series.
Best for last, well it’s not perfect but then neither is Theo & Nat. That’s what I loved about this book, no one was the savior. They helped, they build, they grew together.
The friendships really make this series so good. That epilogue… I wish all authors did that with the ending of a series.
February 19, 2022
This was a RIDE. It made me tear up at some point. Nat and Theo are as perfect for each other as it seemed in the other books.
Book 2 is still my favourite, but this is a close second. And the epilogue was perfect:)
Book 2 is still my favourite, but this is a close second. And the epilogue was perfect:)
May 9, 2023
Okay so I ended up finishing this book for Summer/Gray crumbs as it turns out. Nat and Theo are a very weird couple imo, because there is not a conflict for their romance. Even last book I’ll admit I didn’t feel particularly curious about their romance. Theo wants to be with Nat and Nat wants to…? Hook up with others? But doesn’t really consider Theo as an option… for no particular reason. Then, the middle portion of the book is filled with sex scene after sex scene that don’t really show why these characters should be together or their connection.
I think one of the worst ways to set up a romance book is when one character is already in love with another. It takes all the fun out of it. Plus I am not in love with that character - because I don’t know them at all.
Writing is fine and it’s decent. This is a 2 star book not because it was offensive to my taste but because it’s underwhelming as a romance. Epilogue Summer/Gray made me curse heavens for not having more sequels with them honestly. I can’t remember the last time I went full fangirl on a couple. Theo/Nat not so much.
I think one of the worst ways to set up a romance book is when one character is already in love with another. It takes all the fun out of it. Plus I am not in love with that character - because I don’t know them at all.
Writing is fine and it’s decent. This is a 2 star book not because it was offensive to my taste but because it’s underwhelming as a romance. Epilogue Summer/Gray made me curse heavens for not having more sequels with them honestly. I can’t remember the last time I went full fangirl on a couple. Theo/Nat not so much.
July 11, 2025
love, love and more LOVE!!!!
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️/5
It’s not often that a book gets you. That you read something and feel like someone’s held a mirror to the inside of your soul — but Laid Bare by Penny Clarke did that for me. No exaggeration.
From the moment Natalie appeared in the Main Desire series, I’ve been quietly — or maybe not so quietly — obsessed. She’s this rainbow-haired, no-filter, hilarious, endlessly vibrant presence who walks into every scene like a flash of neon sunlight. But you know there’s more. There’s sadness in her, a sharp-edged kind of pain that hides under all that laughter and confidence. You can feel it, even when no one’s talking about it.
So when I finally got to read her POV in this book? I was excited. I needed to know what goes on behind those rainbow curls and that quick wit. And oh, wow — she’s so much more than I imagined. Natalie is sunshine and heartbreak in one. She’s the kind of girl who will joke when she’s shattered inside. Who will take care of everyone, even while bleeding. And that… resonated with me. Deeply.
And then there’s Theo.
THEO.
He’s the fantasy, isn’t he? The best friend who sees you — all of you — and stays anyway. The one who doesn’t just want to fix your broken pieces, but wants to love them. Theo is the softest kind of strength. He’s the love that doesn’t yell or chase — he waits, he listens, he stays. And that makes him absolutely unforgettable.
This book had it all — the sharp sarcasm, the flirty banter, the inside jokes, the deep-seated pain, the sizzling chemistry, the intimacy, the friendship that comes first — and the love that follows like it’s always been meant to. It’s sexy, but it’s also so emotional that it wrecked me in the best way.
And let’s talk about those final chapters. When they were packing up the Main Desire house? Leaving their campus home, their safe place, their found family bubble?
I sobbed. Not teared up — full-body, throat-aching sobbed.
Because I’ve been there. I’ve just graduated too. I know what it’s like to leave behind a chapter that feels like it’s your whole life. The quiet grief of saying goodbye to a place that held your growth, your laughter, your love. It hit way too close to home — and it was way too soon to be reading something that mirrored how I feel right now.
But that’s what makes this book so perfect. It doesn’t just tell you a story — it invites you to live it. It’s chaotic and warm and painful and achingly real.
If you’ve ever loved your friends like family, fallen for someone you thought you’d lost, or had to let go of a place that shaped you — this book will see you. And if it makes you cry? Even better.
Because that means it did its job.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️/5
It’s not often that a book gets you. That you read something and feel like someone’s held a mirror to the inside of your soul — but Laid Bare by Penny Clarke did that for me. No exaggeration.
From the moment Natalie appeared in the Main Desire series, I’ve been quietly — or maybe not so quietly — obsessed. She’s this rainbow-haired, no-filter, hilarious, endlessly vibrant presence who walks into every scene like a flash of neon sunlight. But you know there’s more. There’s sadness in her, a sharp-edged kind of pain that hides under all that laughter and confidence. You can feel it, even when no one’s talking about it.
So when I finally got to read her POV in this book? I was excited. I needed to know what goes on behind those rainbow curls and that quick wit. And oh, wow — she’s so much more than I imagined. Natalie is sunshine and heartbreak in one. She’s the kind of girl who will joke when she’s shattered inside. Who will take care of everyone, even while bleeding. And that… resonated with me. Deeply.
And then there’s Theo.
THEO.
He’s the fantasy, isn’t he? The best friend who sees you — all of you — and stays anyway. The one who doesn’t just want to fix your broken pieces, but wants to love them. Theo is the softest kind of strength. He’s the love that doesn’t yell or chase — he waits, he listens, he stays. And that makes him absolutely unforgettable.
This book had it all — the sharp sarcasm, the flirty banter, the inside jokes, the deep-seated pain, the sizzling chemistry, the intimacy, the friendship that comes first — and the love that follows like it’s always been meant to. It’s sexy, but it’s also so emotional that it wrecked me in the best way.
And let’s talk about those final chapters. When they were packing up the Main Desire house? Leaving their campus home, their safe place, their found family bubble?
I sobbed. Not teared up — full-body, throat-aching sobbed.
Because I’ve been there. I’ve just graduated too. I know what it’s like to leave behind a chapter that feels like it’s your whole life. The quiet grief of saying goodbye to a place that held your growth, your laughter, your love. It hit way too close to home — and it was way too soon to be reading something that mirrored how I feel right now.
But that’s what makes this book so perfect. It doesn’t just tell you a story — it invites you to live it. It’s chaotic and warm and painful and achingly real.
If you’ve ever loved your friends like family, fallen for someone you thought you’d lost, or had to let go of a place that shaped you — this book will see you. And if it makes you cry? Even better.
Because that means it did its job.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
March 5, 2022
Definitely the best.
Somehow this one was even better than the last. Probably because it hit home with the same issues I struggle with. Depression, anxiety, panic attacks. Hiding. Deflection. And as usual, Penny Clarke MAKES you the character. You don’t have a choice. Male or female character is irrelevant. You feel their pain, their love, dreams, longing, anger, embarrassment, cringe, passion, hope. Everything. First hand. It’s yours. Her descriptions of depression were like nothing I’ve ever read. Like they were taken from my life. I literally sobbed. (Don’t let that turn you off. It was a short reminiscing of a character’s past.) There’s nothing in the world like living inside a book. This woman can write! I can’t wait to read what she comes up with next.
I feel like the titles and covers do these books and the author a disservice because this is not the typical romance smut that I get when I one-click on a book looking like this. If I was a writer like her I would have the ability to convey that, while there’s nothing wrong with the cute punny titles that go along with the storyline (especially of the couple in the first book), and the cover models are certainly hot as Hades and gave me a frequent muse as I was reading (a FACE, Penny!! I need a FACE!!), they lead you to believe that the books are generic romances. They’re not. They’re deeper. Thoughtful. Better. More. But like I said. I’m not a writer, so I don’t have that ability. Or the words. These books touched me because I see myself in a very raw way in these characters.
So I wish this author all the success in the world. Because I want more.
You definitely want to read the series in order for the full experience, although it’s not strictly necessary.
This is friends-to-lovers
Sweet and spicy
Very tame as far as romance goes
No taboo/noncon etc
M/F
Don’t ignore the Content Warning/Trigger Warning if you struggle with those mental health issues.
Somehow this one was even better than the last. Probably because it hit home with the same issues I struggle with. Depression, anxiety, panic attacks. Hiding. Deflection. And as usual, Penny Clarke MAKES you the character. You don’t have a choice. Male or female character is irrelevant. You feel their pain, their love, dreams, longing, anger, embarrassment, cringe, passion, hope. Everything. First hand. It’s yours. Her descriptions of depression were like nothing I’ve ever read. Like they were taken from my life. I literally sobbed. (Don’t let that turn you off. It was a short reminiscing of a character’s past.) There’s nothing in the world like living inside a book. This woman can write! I can’t wait to read what she comes up with next.
I feel like the titles and covers do these books and the author a disservice because this is not the typical romance smut that I get when I one-click on a book looking like this. If I was a writer like her I would have the ability to convey that, while there’s nothing wrong with the cute punny titles that go along with the storyline (especially of the couple in the first book), and the cover models are certainly hot as Hades and gave me a frequent muse as I was reading (a FACE, Penny!! I need a FACE!!), they lead you to believe that the books are generic romances. They’re not. They’re deeper. Thoughtful. Better. More. But like I said. I’m not a writer, so I don’t have that ability. Or the words. These books touched me because I see myself in a very raw way in these characters.
So I wish this author all the success in the world. Because I want more.
You definitely want to read the series in order for the full experience, although it’s not strictly necessary.
This is friends-to-lovers
Sweet and spicy
Very tame as far as romance goes
No taboo/noncon etc
M/F
Don’t ignore the Content Warning/Trigger Warning if you struggle with those mental health issues.
May 31, 2023
This is the fourth book in a series but they can be read as standalones. I've read books 1 and 2, but not 3 yet.
This is a friends to lovers romance but it is actually a twist on friends with benefits. The hero warns guys away from the heroine for four years, so she has had no opportunity to have sex. Once she finds out, she tells the hero to get her off, with his hand, for every orgasm he sabotaged for her (50 times) and then they'll be even. Basically, pay her back for the missed orgasms she would have had. Of course, this is not going to go the way she intends, but the premise is unique and sets up a great plot for a romance novel.
At 20 percent: Their friendship is precious. It's obvious they belong together. It's already been hinted why they haven't gone that direction, so I hope once the reasoning is revealed, it's not going to make me roll my eyes. They both want each other and struggle because of it. Their communication is strong, so I'm intrigued as to what is keeping them from being a couple.
At 68 percent: the sexual tension has been done well in this story while also illustrating how close the main characters are emotionally. They help each other, support each other, are everything to each other. The slow progression of their relationship has been done masterfully, with the emotional and sexual tension rising with each encounter.
End: Overall, this story is multi-layered and features two complex main characters who grow alongside each other. The MMC suffers from panic attacks and is on a life path he doesn't particularly want while the FMC suffers from clinical depression and had a past suicide attempt. Their journey is riveting and emotional with many laugh out loud moments along the way. If you like stories where the MMC is obsessed with the FMC, this book is for you. The MMC has been all in with the FMC since they met, but he waited for her because he knew she wasn't emotionally ready to take their connection to another level.
This is a friends to lovers romance but it is actually a twist on friends with benefits. The hero warns guys away from the heroine for four years, so she has had no opportunity to have sex. Once she finds out, she tells the hero to get her off, with his hand, for every orgasm he sabotaged for her (50 times) and then they'll be even. Basically, pay her back for the missed orgasms she would have had. Of course, this is not going to go the way she intends, but the premise is unique and sets up a great plot for a romance novel.
At 20 percent: Their friendship is precious. It's obvious they belong together. It's already been hinted why they haven't gone that direction, so I hope once the reasoning is revealed, it's not going to make me roll my eyes. They both want each other and struggle because of it. Their communication is strong, so I'm intrigued as to what is keeping them from being a couple.
At 68 percent: the sexual tension has been done well in this story while also illustrating how close the main characters are emotionally. They help each other, support each other, are everything to each other. The slow progression of their relationship has been done masterfully, with the emotional and sexual tension rising with each encounter.
End: Overall, this story is multi-layered and features two complex main characters who grow alongside each other. The MMC suffers from panic attacks and is on a life path he doesn't particularly want while the FMC suffers from clinical depression and had a past suicide attempt. Their journey is riveting and emotional with many laugh out loud moments along the way. If you like stories where the MMC is obsessed with the FMC, this book is for you. The MMC has been all in with the FMC since they met, but he waited for her because he knew she wasn't emotionally ready to take their connection to another level.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
November 15, 2025
I have never cried so much while reading an epilogue, hearing how they all ended up with their dream lives, partners and family’s makes me so so emotional because they all deserve it
I saw a booktok edit for summer and grayson and it was a popular girl x need boy trope and I immediately ran to good reads and my kindle to start reading and fell in love with this series within seconds, after I read that book I decided to read the full series from the beginning and I’m so forever glad I did
this entire series was just amazing. the love stories were perfectly written and I just adore the friendships between everybody. from them all getting along and having their own little niche things that make them whole burns in my heart, from grayson’s facts, levi’s shirtless habits, riley’s art, summer’s love for bees, kennedy and her barista heart it all gets me like a punch in the stomach
will be honest, I had a hard time connecting with nat prior to this book. I did receive closure for nat’s actions against summer in hard facts and glad they became friends later on. I went into this book with distaste to nat always from the prior book but was happy with the ending in laid bare.
(although they aren’t my favourite main desire couple, that is reserved for my babies spencer and kennedy, END OF STORYY !!) I did enjoy this book!
I saw a booktok edit for summer and grayson and it was a popular girl x need boy trope and I immediately ran to good reads and my kindle to start reading and fell in love with this series within seconds, after I read that book I decided to read the full series from the beginning and I’m so forever glad I did
this entire series was just amazing. the love stories were perfectly written and I just adore the friendships between everybody. from them all getting along and having their own little niche things that make them whole burns in my heart, from grayson’s facts, levi’s shirtless habits, riley’s art, summer’s love for bees, kennedy and her barista heart it all gets me like a punch in the stomach
will be honest, I had a hard time connecting with nat prior to this book. I did receive closure for nat’s actions against summer in hard facts and glad they became friends later on. I went into this book with distaste to nat always from the prior book but was happy with the ending in laid bare.
(although they aren’t my favourite main desire couple, that is reserved for my babies spencer and kennedy, END OF STORYY !!) I did enjoy this book!
July 24, 2022
Rude
Ok here we go! This book was suppose to be all light & fun with, of course, some dark tender moments. Instead I got this deep, heartbreaking, sweet nostalgic-y book that nearly broke me! How this author can sleep at might knowing there's people out there reading & falling in love with these 4 people, I'll never know! Thankful for the epilogue cause it makes ending this a little sweeter. Was seriously considering not finishing this only so I could hold onto them all just a little longer. This book was nothing like I thought it would be. I won't go into details because I fell like this something you have to read for yourself. Feel all the feelings without someone telling you how it is. Just know it's so worth it. Read the first 3 & finish it off with Nat & Theo. There is a more in depth talk of self harm so just be warned. I do hope that maybe the author considers carrying on with the next generation? Definitely a must read!! On to the next!
Ok here we go! This book was suppose to be all light & fun with, of course, some dark tender moments. Instead I got this deep, heartbreaking, sweet nostalgic-y book that nearly broke me! How this author can sleep at might knowing there's people out there reading & falling in love with these 4 people, I'll never know! Thankful for the epilogue cause it makes ending this a little sweeter. Was seriously considering not finishing this only so I could hold onto them all just a little longer. This book was nothing like I thought it would be. I won't go into details because I fell like this something you have to read for yourself. Feel all the feelings without someone telling you how it is. Just know it's so worth it. Read the first 3 & finish it off with Nat & Theo. There is a more in depth talk of self harm so just be warned. I do hope that maybe the author considers carrying on with the next generation? Definitely a must read!! On to the next!
February 20, 2022
4.5 stars but I’m rounding up to 5. I was pleasantly surprised by this series and this author. While this book isn’t perfect and suffers by the whole “why can they just talk to each other honestly” trope, I was charmed by the story and characters. It also deals with mental health in a really good way.
Semi spoiler for the series in general: I also enjoyed that a happy ending for a couple doesn’t always have to end with them having 10 kids, some people don’t want kids and that is their HEA. And the inclusion of adoption as a pathway to parenthood was also very nice.
Overall, I will definitely read everything this author writes from now on.
Semi spoiler for the series in general: I also enjoyed that a happy ending for a couple doesn’t always have to end with them having 10 kids, some people don’t want kids and that is their HEA. And the inclusion of adoption as a pathway to parenthood was also very nice.
Overall, I will definitely read everything this author writes from now on.
August 22, 2023
Friends to Forever??
Main Desire Series ends on the best friends, Natalie & Theo. Natalie has always been colorful and unfiltered where Theo has always exercised control and drive. Their friends have teased them for years over their sexual tension, and it finally comes to a head in this book. There’s a lot of emotion and passion in this book. It was the perfect ending. The epilogue let us catch up with the whole crew. I loved all these characters, sad to see the series end. But it was so good. Each character was different, the stories their own. Loved it!
Main Desire Series ends on the best friends, Natalie & Theo. Natalie has always been colorful and unfiltered where Theo has always exercised control and drive. Their friends have teased them for years over their sexual tension, and it finally comes to a head in this book. There’s a lot of emotion and passion in this book. It was the perfect ending. The epilogue let us catch up with the whole crew. I loved all these characters, sad to see the series end. But it was so good. Each character was different, the stories their own. Loved it!
December 2, 2024
I absolutely loved the relationship between Nat and Theo. Seeing how their friendship developed through the other books in the series made this storyline so much more satisfying. I will also say this is the first book I've read where the 3rd act conflict made complete sense, and was completely justified; furthermore, it wasn't stressful. I kept waiting for the other shoe to drop in this book, but it never really did because the friendship between the MC's remained strong, even through conflict, which is what made the book so good.
March 14, 2022
Page-turner
I could not put the final book from the Main Desire series down! Who knew Natalie and Theo had a deeper chemistry than what the first 3 books showed readers. Not only that but the flirting, sex, and orgasms were HOT. I highly recommend this series for anyone looking for a fun, and sexy, college read.
I could not put the final book from the Main Desire series down! Who knew Natalie and Theo had a deeper chemistry than what the first 3 books showed readers. Not only that but the flirting, sex, and orgasms were HOT. I highly recommend this series for anyone looking for a fun, and sexy, college read.
May 16, 2023
Had echt korter gekund... Vond die vraag over perzik likken niet zo grappig, gelukkig heeft hij dat maar 1x gedaan. Het einde is een samenvatting wat er met elk stelletje gebeurd is. Het was een beetje half alles... Littekens, paniekaanvallen, toekomst enzo.. vergeleken met de andere verhalen viel deze wel tegen
October 16, 2025
I really enjoyed it! I like this author, the stories she came up with, the characters, the spice, the friendships. There's something that make me forget that I am reading and really get me into the story.
I really don't understand how there are only 254 reviews since the book it's really worh it, while others made my eyes bleed and have millions. Bah. I guess it's a booktock thing.
I really don't understand how there are only 254 reviews since the book it's really worh it, while others made my eyes bleed and have millions. Bah. I guess it's a booktock thing.
February 20, 2022
So tempted to make a booktok account just so I can scream about this series. It's one of my all time faves and it's way too underrated! Penny Clarke, I will read anything you put out. You have a new fan :)
February 28, 2022
4.5*
I just wish the friend group had been more than 4 guys because I want more!
I loved this. I loved Theo and Natalie.
I loved their friendship and their relationship and their intensity and I loved Natalie - did I say that already?
I just wish the friend group had been more than 4 guys because I want more!
I loved this. I loved Theo and Natalie.
I loved their friendship and their relationship and their intensity and I loved Natalie - did I say that already?
February 19, 2022
Awww
Love this series! Nat's and Theo's story is so good! Even cried some! It was a great happily ever after for everyone!
Love this series! Nat's and Theo's story is so good! Even cried some! It was a great happily ever after for everyone!
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February 22, 2022Am I dropping everything on my TBR with deadlines to read this immediately?
Yes and I stand by my decision. I have been waiting forever for Nat's story.
Ugh never mind. I was hopeful because Nat but I just don't like friends to lovers and Morris is a giant red flag.
Yes and I stand by my decision. I have been waiting forever for Nat's story.
Ugh never mind. I was hopeful because Nat but I just don't like friends to lovers and Morris is a giant red flag.
February 21, 2022
Beautiful healing journey
Loved the concept of their story. How both had their own struggle and their connection.
Their friendship.
How many have found love in their best friend?
Loved the concept of their story. How both had their own struggle and their connection.
Their friendship.
How many have found love in their best friend?
May 31, 2022
fue un bonito friends to lovers, una pareja tan real pero linda
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