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Bound by the Unspeakable
One year after Emma and Julian fled New Orleans to escape an enemy with infinite reach, they are back in the Crescent City and praying for a fresh start. But their past soon catches up with Emma as a mysterious man who knows far too much about her to be innocent. Worried their new world of secrets and suspicion may be changing Julian, Emma embarks on a solo investigation into the man following her. Yet, what she discovers is more unspeakable than she ever could’ve imagined. Can she trust him? Definitely not. Is he the key to her freedom? Possibly. In this action-packed romantic thriller, Emma will come face to face with the enemy that sent her packing a year prior. The question is, will she lose herself in this war of worlds? And will she and Julian have the happily ever after they’ve been fighting for?
From the author of The Truth About Unspeakable Things comes the fast-paced, action-packed, emotional conclusion to Emma Marshall’s story.
The Unspeakable Duet Reading Order:
Book 1: The Truth About Unspeakable Things
Book 2: Bound by the Unspeakable
From the author of The Truth About Unspeakable Things comes the fast-paced, action-packed, emotional conclusion to Emma Marshall’s story.
The Unspeakable Duet Reading Order:
Book 1: The Truth About Unspeakable Things
Book 2: Bound by the Unspeakable
374 pages, Paperback
Published April 19, 2022
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May 6, 2022
This is book two in the Unspeakable series. It really dose not read as a stand alone. I would recommend reading the first book The Truth About Unspeakable Things first so that it all flows well and you know what's happening. I love a good fast action packed thrill and Myers gives you that in these two thrillers. 4 stars from the avid reader.
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The Mary Reader received this book from the publisher for review. A favorable review was not required, and all views expressed are our own.
June 25, 2022
Bound By The Unspeakable starts off a year after the events of the first book. I did find it took me a little while to get into but it wasn’t long until I got hooked on it. I couldn’t wait to see how it all panned out and this sequel didn’t disappoint.
I really like Julian and Emma as characters and seeing their relationship grow even though they are up against so much. This book did take some unexpected twists turns that I wasn’t expecting👀
If you want to dive into the Unspeakable Duet both contain sensitive topics so I would recommend checking out the trigger warnings for this one before reading.
All and all I did enjoy this sequel and I think it wrapped everything up so well. I am looking forward to read more from the author in the future😊
I really like Julian and Emma as characters and seeing their relationship grow even though they are up against so much. This book did take some unexpected twists turns that I wasn’t expecting👀
If you want to dive into the Unspeakable Duet both contain sensitive topics so I would recommend checking out the trigger warnings for this one before reading.
All and all I did enjoy this sequel and I think it wrapped everything up so well. I am looking forward to read more from the author in the future😊
April 18, 2022
Disclosure: I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book which I received from the author and/or publisher. All views expressed are only my honest opinion. A positive review is not required.
This review can also be found in Currant7 Recommends.
Rating: 4 out of 5 stars
Note: it is highly advised that readers read Book 1 first before diving into this book; otherwise, there would be many spoilers, confusing content references, and past events that readers may get lost if they don't know the backstory.
Bound by the Unspeakable continues a year after Book 1 ended. Emma and Julian return in Bound by the Unspeakable. But with the Brotherhood trying to find Emma and turn the people important to her, Emma has to seek support from the most unlikely mafia player in New Orleans, The Blood King.
POV: first-person, limited from Emma's side
Emma's a flawed protagonist, but that makes her authentic. Her determination to protect others before herself is admirable to a fault. This selflessness makes her a great protagonist, yet sometimes to her downfall. She is willing to sacrifice everything without realizing what she is putting herself through.
There is be a lot of internal conflict and dialogue within Emma's head. It can get long and repetitive, but it shows how much was going on with Emma - if she should stay and fight or leave for good. I found myself more frustrated with Emma's character in this book than in the previous one. I felt that her indecisiveness and self-doubt was overwhelming the whole story. A few bad decisions would have been detrimental if anyone else had done it. Her slight guilt and self-sacrificing thoughts would at times overpower/overwhelm the moment; the main point gets lost.
The pacing and writing are perfect for the suspense and mystery of the book. Revelations were timed well and kept me hooked. The many more "backstabbing" and back-door dealings were so complex that everything was uncertain until the last chapter. The ending provided is a fitting conclusion to the pain and sacrifices that Emma (and Julian, etc.) had to endure in the past.
I appreciate how the author provided "space" to grow for Emma, Julian, and Alister, but I wished Mason had given more "page time." Mason's character developed had significant momentum in Book 1 but lacked traction when Book 2 came. Readers who might expect more from Mason after Book 1 will be saddened to find that he is more "behind the scenes" - still crucial in certain moments, but the book focuses on Emma, Alister, and Julian instead. The author could have explored Mason's story/side more than leaving it out of the story. I would either have Julian's side in some chapters to help with explaining Mason's story OR have him confess to Emma. Maybe having Mason disclose his insecurities and personality through a talk with Emma again would also help since some readers might jump into this book immediately versus reading Book 1. The nice thing to see in this book is that Julian and Mason's relationship got a lot better, wherein wounds of the past are healing.
Alister is an interesting character. He is made of too many layers and splits in the middle between a good versus bad guy. He wants to be the savior for everyone in his life, but at the expense of him having to take on all the "dirty deeds" after taking on his father's business as the Blood King. There were many lines that he crossed that I disapproved. Nonetheless, given his confessions later, I am no longer sure about that stance. I respect Alister for trying to explain Mason's part in the end. It may sound like he is appeasing Emma, but I felt he got Mason and provided an excellent ender to the story.
I like the juxtaposition of Julian (the light) and Alister/Beau (the dark) with Emma. Her determination to keep Julian "in the light" to "ground herself" to the light is constant from start to finish and is the saving grace that keeps everyone she knows alive. Her choices in trying to stay "in the light" while dealing with "the dark" enable her later to save herself and push with a "higher purpose."
The pivotal part at the end was heart-stopping. One doesn't know who's side is what, and when the explosive reveal comes, it took me by surprise! There were more people involved than first imagined in Emma's head. Expect a lot of betrayals, backstabbings, and surprises.
Overall, Bound by the Unspeakable is a spine-tingling, gripping suspense story that lets you hold your breath from start to finish! I enjoyed the suspense and action-packed scenes and the twist at the end...that one I didn't see coming! It will make readers rethink everything about dark, vile and underground investigation.
A must-read for thriller-seeking and suspense-loving readers!
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Memorable Quotes/Moments in Bound by the Unspeakable:-
Favorite Scene: Julian shows Emma a painted mural at Lucid Records to remind her what she is made of and that he loves all her "sides."
Favorite line:
"There can never be a perfect moment, no matter how planned things are, but just the perfect partner to be with to go through all the imperfect times."
This quote reiterates one of the essential points in the book - the "seize the day" mantra. This line is a sweet proposal that melted my heart! The speech that came with it was swoon-worthy!
Favorite unexpected moment:
"The whole goodbye thing, it's overrated. Words are only one way of letting someone know how you feel. A lot of times, they're misused or misinterpreted. But actions? Actions are the truest form of love. And you loved Mason. Julian loved Mason. He knew that. And even though he told you shouldn't have come, I guarantee you, deep down, he was glad you did. You showed up for him, for Julian. You put yourself at risk to save them. What great act of love could you have given him?"
I am in awe with the things that come out of Alister's brains throws me off too many times in the book with comments like that! Who knew that under that hard shell lies a poetic romantic?
This review can also be found in Currant7 Recommends.
Rating: 4 out of 5 stars
Note: it is highly advised that readers read Book 1 first before diving into this book; otherwise, there would be many spoilers, confusing content references, and past events that readers may get lost if they don't know the backstory.
Bound by the Unspeakable continues a year after Book 1 ended. Emma and Julian return in Bound by the Unspeakable. But with the Brotherhood trying to find Emma and turn the people important to her, Emma has to seek support from the most unlikely mafia player in New Orleans, The Blood King.
POV: first-person, limited from Emma's side
Emma's a flawed protagonist, but that makes her authentic. Her determination to protect others before herself is admirable to a fault. This selflessness makes her a great protagonist, yet sometimes to her downfall. She is willing to sacrifice everything without realizing what she is putting herself through.
There is be a lot of internal conflict and dialogue within Emma's head. It can get long and repetitive, but it shows how much was going on with Emma - if she should stay and fight or leave for good. I found myself more frustrated with Emma's character in this book than in the previous one. I felt that her indecisiveness and self-doubt was overwhelming the whole story. A few bad decisions would have been detrimental if anyone else had done it. Her slight guilt and self-sacrificing thoughts would at times overpower/overwhelm the moment; the main point gets lost.
The pacing and writing are perfect for the suspense and mystery of the book. Revelations were timed well and kept me hooked. The many more "backstabbing" and back-door dealings were so complex that everything was uncertain until the last chapter. The ending provided is a fitting conclusion to the pain and sacrifices that Emma (and Julian, etc.) had to endure in the past.
I appreciate how the author provided "space" to grow for Emma, Julian, and Alister, but I wished Mason had given more "page time." Mason's character developed had significant momentum in Book 1 but lacked traction when Book 2 came. Readers who might expect more from Mason after Book 1 will be saddened to find that he is more "behind the scenes" - still crucial in certain moments, but the book focuses on Emma, Alister, and Julian instead. The author could have explored Mason's story/side more than leaving it out of the story. I would either have Julian's side in some chapters to help with explaining Mason's story OR have him confess to Emma. Maybe having Mason disclose his insecurities and personality through a talk with Emma again would also help since some readers might jump into this book immediately versus reading Book 1. The nice thing to see in this book is that Julian and Mason's relationship got a lot better, wherein wounds of the past are healing.
Alister is an interesting character. He is made of too many layers and splits in the middle between a good versus bad guy. He wants to be the savior for everyone in his life, but at the expense of him having to take on all the "dirty deeds" after taking on his father's business as the Blood King. There were many lines that he crossed that I disapproved. Nonetheless, given his confessions later, I am no longer sure about that stance. I respect Alister for trying to explain Mason's part in the end. It may sound like he is appeasing Emma, but I felt he got Mason and provided an excellent ender to the story.
I like the juxtaposition of Julian (the light) and Alister/Beau (the dark) with Emma. Her determination to keep Julian "in the light" to "ground herself" to the light is constant from start to finish and is the saving grace that keeps everyone she knows alive. Her choices in trying to stay "in the light" while dealing with "the dark" enable her later to save herself and push with a "higher purpose."
The pivotal part at the end was heart-stopping. One doesn't know who's side is what, and when the explosive reveal comes, it took me by surprise! There were more people involved than first imagined in Emma's head. Expect a lot of betrayals, backstabbings, and surprises.
Overall, Bound by the Unspeakable is a spine-tingling, gripping suspense story that lets you hold your breath from start to finish! I enjoyed the suspense and action-packed scenes and the twist at the end...that one I didn't see coming! It will make readers rethink everything about dark, vile and underground investigation.
A must-read for thriller-seeking and suspense-loving readers!
-----------------------------------------
Memorable Quotes/Moments in Bound by the Unspeakable:-
Favorite Scene: Julian shows Emma a painted mural at Lucid Records to remind her what she is made of and that he loves all her "sides."
Favorite line:
"There can never be a perfect moment, no matter how planned things are, but just the perfect partner to be with to go through all the imperfect times."
This quote reiterates one of the essential points in the book - the "seize the day" mantra. This line is a sweet proposal that melted my heart! The speech that came with it was swoon-worthy!
Favorite unexpected moment:
"The whole goodbye thing, it's overrated. Words are only one way of letting someone know how you feel. A lot of times, they're misused or misinterpreted. But actions? Actions are the truest form of love. And you loved Mason. Julian loved Mason. He knew that. And even though he told you shouldn't have come, I guarantee you, deep down, he was glad you did. You showed up for him, for Julian. You put yourself at risk to save them. What great act of love could you have given him?"
I am in awe with the things that come out of Alister's brains throws me off too many times in the book with comments like that! Who knew that under that hard shell lies a poetic romantic?
April 19, 2022
4,5/5*
"Bound by the unspeakable" is a book that is coming out today. Many thanks to the author for the copy of the book. Last year I read the first part and I really liked it. I am glad that I was able to meet the characters again and find out how their story will end. In the first part we meet Emma, who is beaten and raped by her ex-boyfriend. With Julian's help, she tried to cope with what was done to her and seek justice. What she revealed was scary - men from a secret club (Brotherhood) drugged and raped women. By revealing them, Emma put herself and her loved ones at risk. At the end of the book, they travel far from New Orleans.
In this part, Emma and Julian return a year later. The Brotherhood is on their heels, and Alister joins the action. He heads a very influential family and wants to ruin the Brotherhood, which has turned out to be doing even more brutal things. He and Emma will work side by side, although they are not completely honest with each other. Ah, the end ... the end quite surprised me. The plot was very interesting. I read the last 150 pages in one sitting, barely catching my breath. I removed half a star from my rating because of two things - Emma's overthinking and one or two scenes that were too unrealistic for me.
I really liked both Emma and Julian. I think they are both built very well with their strengths and weaknesses. We still see Emma's inner struggle after what she went through. I was able to feel her fear, but also to welcome her desire to fight. The two are great as a couple and I watched with interest what would happen between them. Meanwhile, Alister was the perfect addition. He is neither one of the good, nor one of the bad ones. He has his dark side, but we also manage to see his good features. The Alister-Emma-Julian relationship was interesting, and I'm grateful to the author for the way she decided to develop it.
Leaving aside the love story and the Brotherhood, the book talks about very serious topics. We face physical and mental violence, human trafficking, drugs, friendship and betrayal, and mental health. Although all of the above is difficult to swallow, the book is easy to read. I thought a lot about the things that were talked about and it was very difficult for me to assimilate that this is a reality in some circles and countries. The author is a true master of her craft and I am sad that her books probably won't be published in Bulgarian. If you do not have a problem with reading in English and you want to read a really well written and exciting book, then this is it!
"Bound by the unspeakable" is a book that is coming out today. Many thanks to the author for the copy of the book. Last year I read the first part and I really liked it. I am glad that I was able to meet the characters again and find out how their story will end. In the first part we meet Emma, who is beaten and raped by her ex-boyfriend. With Julian's help, she tried to cope with what was done to her and seek justice. What she revealed was scary - men from a secret club (Brotherhood) drugged and raped women. By revealing them, Emma put herself and her loved ones at risk. At the end of the book, they travel far from New Orleans.
In this part, Emma and Julian return a year later. The Brotherhood is on their heels, and Alister joins the action. He heads a very influential family and wants to ruin the Brotherhood, which has turned out to be doing even more brutal things. He and Emma will work side by side, although they are not completely honest with each other. Ah, the end ... the end quite surprised me. The plot was very interesting. I read the last 150 pages in one sitting, barely catching my breath. I removed half a star from my rating because of two things - Emma's overthinking and one or two scenes that were too unrealistic for me.
I really liked both Emma and Julian. I think they are both built very well with their strengths and weaknesses. We still see Emma's inner struggle after what she went through. I was able to feel her fear, but also to welcome her desire to fight. The two are great as a couple and I watched with interest what would happen between them. Meanwhile, Alister was the perfect addition. He is neither one of the good, nor one of the bad ones. He has his dark side, but we also manage to see his good features. The Alister-Emma-Julian relationship was interesting, and I'm grateful to the author for the way she decided to develop it.
Leaving aside the love story and the Brotherhood, the book talks about very serious topics. We face physical and mental violence, human trafficking, drugs, friendship and betrayal, and mental health. Although all of the above is difficult to swallow, the book is easy to read. I thought a lot about the things that were talked about and it was very difficult for me to assimilate that this is a reality in some circles and countries. The author is a true master of her craft and I am sad that her books probably won't be published in Bulgarian. If you do not have a problem with reading in English and you want to read a really well written and exciting book, then this is it!
February 26, 2022
The Truth About Unspeakable Things by Emily A Myers is the first book I have read from this author and I enjoyed it. When, Emma MarshalL moves to New Orleans and she hopes to start a fresh because she has broken off her engagement from her cheating fiance. Emma suffers a brutal sex attack whilst in New Orleans.
This book is full of twists and turns that will have you Hooked from the beginning till the end, However, some parts of this book was very hard to read and it was very emotional in parts so be warned! as it can be disturbing at times!! So proceed with caution.
This book is full of twists and turns that will have you Hooked from the beginning till the end, However, some parts of this book was very hard to read and it was very emotional in parts so be warned! as it can be disturbing at times!! So proceed with caution.
March 8, 2022
When I finished reading The Truth About Unspeakable Things, I knew there would have to be a sequel and was thrilled when it was confirmed!
From the moment I began reading Bound by the Unspeakable, I was on the edge of my seat. There were so many twists and turns, leaving you guessing until the very end. I would say more, but I don't want to give anything away...
From the moment I began reading Bound by the Unspeakable, I was on the edge of my seat. There were so many twists and turns, leaving you guessing until the very end. I would say more, but I don't want to give anything away...
April 19, 2022
***4.5 Stars On My Instagram Account***
"You can't help but try to turn monsters back into men."
And there lies Emma's good heart. Always hoping she can change things for the better despite the horrors she experiences in the tension filled suspenseful romance thriller Bound By The Unspeakable by candid author Emily A. Myers.
In this intense sequel to her brave debut novel The Truth About Unspeakable Things we find on the run lovers Emma and Julian returning to New Orleans after a year of hiding from the criminally inhumane Brotherhood; hoping they can go unnoticed while trying to get back their lives and celebrate best friend Kat's wedding.
Of course, nothing goes as planned and the evilness of this organization made up of super wealthy privileged men who believe murder, rape, and now sex trafficking their birthright has been left unchallenged until now.
But Emma has a new ally, sort of, in mobster Alister, who has his own war with the Brotherhood. It is this relationship that kept me reading all night. Alister is not law abiding, he is not above torture or murder but he has the means and desire to take down these despicable men.
As a fan of The Godfather and Goodfellas I found Alister a dangerously sexy complex addition to Emma's story. Julian is her soulmate but there is no denying her connection to Alister. She keeps his very existence a secret from Julian but Julian is no fool when he tells her,
"If we're going to work, I must know the burdens you carry, so that I can help with the load. That's what partners do."
Just like the first book, the twists and shocking reveals, the cruelty, the depravation of evil men, the gut wrenching deaths and the hope and love emanating from Emma make me bound to speak that this is the story to keep you up all night.
I received a free copy of this book from the author for a fair and honest review. All opinions are my own.
"You can't help but try to turn monsters back into men."
And there lies Emma's good heart. Always hoping she can change things for the better despite the horrors she experiences in the tension filled suspenseful romance thriller Bound By The Unspeakable by candid author Emily A. Myers.
In this intense sequel to her brave debut novel The Truth About Unspeakable Things we find on the run lovers Emma and Julian returning to New Orleans after a year of hiding from the criminally inhumane Brotherhood; hoping they can go unnoticed while trying to get back their lives and celebrate best friend Kat's wedding.
Of course, nothing goes as planned and the evilness of this organization made up of super wealthy privileged men who believe murder, rape, and now sex trafficking their birthright has been left unchallenged until now.
But Emma has a new ally, sort of, in mobster Alister, who has his own war with the Brotherhood. It is this relationship that kept me reading all night. Alister is not law abiding, he is not above torture or murder but he has the means and desire to take down these despicable men.
As a fan of The Godfather and Goodfellas I found Alister a dangerously sexy complex addition to Emma's story. Julian is her soulmate but there is no denying her connection to Alister. She keeps his very existence a secret from Julian but Julian is no fool when he tells her,
"If we're going to work, I must know the burdens you carry, so that I can help with the load. That's what partners do."
Just like the first book, the twists and shocking reveals, the cruelty, the depravation of evil men, the gut wrenching deaths and the hope and love emanating from Emma make me bound to speak that this is the story to keep you up all night.
I received a free copy of this book from the author for a fair and honest review. All opinions are my own.
March 3, 2022
As Emma and Julian return to New Orleans a year after their lives changed forever, Emma still can’t settle. They’ve been in hiding from the brotherhood that destroyed her life and everything she knew. In coming back to the only place she’s called home, she feels like she is being watched, followed. When she sees the man with the golden eyes she fears the brotherhood has finally found her. It was a mistake for them to return and as they plan to move on again after her best friend, Kat’s wedding, she is made an offer that she can’t refuse. An offer that could be the answer they’ve been looking for, one that could take the brotherhood down for good.
I read the first book, the Truth About Unspeakable Things a while ago so it took me a couple of chapters to get back into Emma’s story but once I was there I was pulled straight back in. This book is constantly moving and I felt gripped as I went deeper into Emma and Julian’s return to New Orleans. I don’t want to post any spoilers but there are some great, unexpected twists. It was a great book that’s the perfect sequel to book one. Highly recommend this book and also the Truth About Unspeakable Things.
I read the first book, the Truth About Unspeakable Things a while ago so it took me a couple of chapters to get back into Emma’s story but once I was there I was pulled straight back in. This book is constantly moving and I felt gripped as I went deeper into Emma and Julian’s return to New Orleans. I don’t want to post any spoilers but there are some great, unexpected twists. It was a great book that’s the perfect sequel to book one. Highly recommend this book and also the Truth About Unspeakable Things.
April 13, 2022
Bound by the Unspeakable is a great sequel to The Truth About Unspeakable Things. It's a page-turner that had me not wanting to put it down. I was at the edge of my seat wanting to know what was next. It definitely covers a lot of hard and heavy topics throughout, so check CW before reading. Picking up where Emma and Julian left off in The Truth About Unspeakable Things, they have been on the run for a year from the brotherhood and have decided since they haven't been caught yet, maybe it's time to come back home to New Orleans. But what they don't find out until too late, is that they are being watched. A whole other series of complicated tasks are in their future when it comes to finding out what is really behind the brotherhood. Recommended for anyone that doesn't have any triggers and wants to read about the MC finding hope and a second chance at love and life after being beaten down and feeling like nothing. The characters are complex and developed really well. They show how much they will go through to fight for what and who they love. .
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
April 17, 2022
Having started this straight after the first book I found it a little much and had to stop and read something a little lighter before picking this back up.
We rejoin Emma and Julian as they return to New Orleans after Hindi g from the brotherhood. Emma is on edge and paranoid and ends up working with someone you wouldn’t expect her to. Again there’s lots of twists and I do t want to spoil the book for anyone by saying more.
I did find parts really emotional and hard to read but overall I enjoyed books
We rejoin Emma and Julian as they return to New Orleans after Hindi g from the brotherhood. Emma is on edge and paranoid and ends up working with someone you wouldn’t expect her to. Again there’s lots of twists and I do t want to spoil the book for anyone by saying more.
I did find parts really emotional and hard to read but overall I enjoyed books
March 22, 2022
Such a gripping read.
Wonderful well written plot and story line that had me engaged from the start.
Love the well fleshed out characters and found them believable.
Great suspense and found myself second guessing every thought I had continuously.
Can't wait to read what the author brings out next.
Recommend reading.
I read a complimentary advance copy of the book; this is my voluntary and honest review.
Wonderful well written plot and story line that had me engaged from the start.
Love the well fleshed out characters and found them believable.
Great suspense and found myself second guessing every thought I had continuously.
Can't wait to read what the author brings out next.
Recommend reading.
I read a complimentary advance copy of the book; this is my voluntary and honest review.
April 11, 2022
A phenomenal second book in the Unspeakable series by Emily Myers!
I have been anticipating this release and it did not disappoint! In the second installment, readers are reunited with beloved characters Emma and Julian, as they return to New Orleans to take down the brotherhood.
Full of tension, romance, thrills, and action, this book had me on the edge of my seat!! This is a fantastic read that will keep you turning the pages to find out if Emma and Julian make it out alive!
I have been anticipating this release and it did not disappoint! In the second installment, readers are reunited with beloved characters Emma and Julian, as they return to New Orleans to take down the brotherhood.
Full of tension, romance, thrills, and action, this book had me on the edge of my seat!! This is a fantastic read that will keep you turning the pages to find out if Emma and Julian make it out alive!
July 4, 2022
Bound By The Unspeakable is the second book in the Unspeakable series. It starts about a year or so after the first book so if you haven't read the first book The Truth About Unspeakable Things then I would do that first! I like Julian and Emma, the main characters have a lot going on but they stick through it and it was nice to see how their relationship has grown. There were a couple twists and turns that I didn't see coming. Overall it was a great read with a surprise ending where a lot more was going on than I thought!
Thank you Insta Book Tours and Emily Myers for sharing this book with me!
Thank you Insta Book Tours and Emily Myers for sharing this book with me!
August 9, 2022
Another 5 star from me! Early this year I read ‘The Truth About Unspeakable Things’ and I loved it, this follow up novel did not disappoint! Myers continued to develop such a detailed story, with shocking twists and turns which were once again delivered exquisitely! This novel continues with the dark nature and themes, building more intensity and revealing more layers within it. I once again felt such a connection to the characters which I adore! This book is definitely more of a thriller than the first novel, which I thoroughly enjoyed too! Once again Myers has created such a great novel, which I still think needs to be a series or film! Myers will definitely be an author I follow and purchase again!
April 1, 2022
Bound by the Unspeakable takes a close look into the many facets of a person’s character, the good and the bad and what makes a person act and do the things they do. I thoroughly enjoyed the characters and storyline once again in this sequel to The Truth About Unspeakable Things.
April 6, 2022
What a gripping ,dark, suspense romance.
Need to read book one first.
It’s rollercoaster of twist and turns that took me by surprise.
Definitely recommended this author.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Need to read book one first.
It’s rollercoaster of twist and turns that took me by surprise.
Definitely recommended this author.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
April 18, 2022
This duology is so good. I love romantic suspense/thrillers and this second book is even more action-packed than the first. It was laced with surprises and I did not disappoint with all the plot twists. There is not a minute to breathe so get ready for a wild ride.
June 11, 2022
Absolutely loved Bound by the Unspeakable! Another on the edge of my seat, page after page suspense book by Emily Myers! I cannot wait to read your next book. Thank you for giving me the opportunity to read your books!
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July 6, 2022DNF
I just found that the story was trying too hard to be dark and it didn't work in my opinion.
The main charter also really frustrated me and as we only saw from their point of view it was too irritating.
I just found that the story was trying too hard to be dark and it didn't work in my opinion.
The main charter also really frustrated me and as we only saw from their point of view it was too irritating.
July 8, 2022
We pick up where we left off with Emma and Julian as they return to New Orleans after a year on the run. They have really grown from the first book and have found they are so much better together. This was a good follow up to the first book The Truth About Unspeakable Things which if you can read it first you will get to know more about Emma and Julian‘s back story. But it can be read as a standalone also
February 27, 2022
I really enjoyed reading Emma and Julian's story. It grabs your attention and holds on. A very good book!
May 11, 2022
Awesomeness
This story was truly enthralling. I found myself holding my breath as I turned the pages. I laughed and cried. This is most definitely a love story. . . a true romantic love story.
This story was truly enthralling. I found myself holding my breath as I turned the pages. I laughed and cried. This is most definitely a love story. . . a true romantic love story.
June 25, 2022
4.5 stars.
really enjoyed this sequel to The Truth About Unspeakable Things. This book was a lot darker than the first book and much more suspenseful.
As with the first book this one had me gripped from the start.
I really liked Emma and Julian, they made a great couple and it was also good to see Mason and Julian’s relationship improving.
There were plenty of twists which kept me guessing until the end. If you like a dark thriller with plenty of suspense definitely give this a try.
Thank you to Instabooktours for having me on the tour and for my gifted ebook.
really enjoyed this sequel to The Truth About Unspeakable Things. This book was a lot darker than the first book and much more suspenseful.
As with the first book this one had me gripped from the start.
I really liked Emma and Julian, they made a great couple and it was also good to see Mason and Julian’s relationship improving.
There were plenty of twists which kept me guessing until the end. If you like a dark thriller with plenty of suspense definitely give this a try.
Thank you to Instabooktours for having me on the tour and for my gifted ebook.
June 19, 2022
I quite enjoyed this sequel. There was a lot more going on and a little bit more gruesome but still intriguing. You definitely have to have read the first one I think in order to understand and follow what's going on. The first half of the story was quite slow but it picked up in the second half.
June 22, 2022
Following on from the first book, you catch up with everyone a year later and you get a much different feel this time round. There was less romance, which I found was well established in the first book and wasn't needed as much this time.
It's definitely following more of a thriller route, which is was done so well and incredibly intense and still with quite a dark element.
I was majorly in love with the main characters anyway, but this book, my god, Emily didn't hold back and my heart broke a million times, which I had to chat with Emily about because I was broken 😭
There was a MAJOR twist that I did not see coming, at all, so so so clever.
@emilymyersauthor has easily become one of my autobuy authors, as these two books have hit the spot for me.
It's definitely following more of a thriller route, which is was done so well and incredibly intense and still with quite a dark element.
I was majorly in love with the main characters anyway, but this book, my god, Emily didn't hold back and my heart broke a million times, which I had to chat with Emily about because I was broken 😭
There was a MAJOR twist that I did not see coming, at all, so so so clever.
@emilymyersauthor has easily become one of my autobuy authors, as these two books have hit the spot for me.
June 2, 2022
Emma Marshall and Julian Cole are back in New Orleans after being on the run from the Brotherhood who ran the Gents Club and was also behind trafficking. They haven’t forgotten Emma and how she tried to bring them down. Now she has someone who is also on her side.
Alister Amato lost his sister to the Brotherhood as they kidnapped and sold her. He figures out a plan to take down the Brotherhood. But, as with a lot of plans, something goes wrong. He had some of his men inside the Brotherhood's guards but they were found out and killed. Now Alister and Emma are on their own. That is until Alister's sister and several armed men come in with guns blazing and take out the guards. The Brotherhood elders are kept under Alister's gun.
Julian's brother Mason is killed during the gunfire and Julian and Emma are beside themselves. It seems the Brotherhood needs codes given to seven members and Emma killed the seventh man present but then her old fiance Beaux Thomas walks in. He is the seventh and has the code to get to the server with all of the Brotherhood's records. Beaux is working with the FBI to bring down the Brotherhood and its members are arrested.
Julian and Emma plan to start over in Los Angeles. It's hard without Mason but they are soulmates and their love will help them get over the pain of his loss.
This is a great series. I received the first book free from Goodreads and liked it so much, I had to purchase the second book to find out what happened. Once I started the book, I couldn't put it down and highly recommend it.
Alister Amato lost his sister to the Brotherhood as they kidnapped and sold her. He figures out a plan to take down the Brotherhood. But, as with a lot of plans, something goes wrong. He had some of his men inside the Brotherhood's guards but they were found out and killed. Now Alister and Emma are on their own. That is until Alister's sister and several armed men come in with guns blazing and take out the guards. The Brotherhood elders are kept under Alister's gun.
Julian's brother Mason is killed during the gunfire and Julian and Emma are beside themselves. It seems the Brotherhood needs codes given to seven members and Emma killed the seventh man present but then her old fiance Beaux Thomas walks in. He is the seventh and has the code to get to the server with all of the Brotherhood's records. Beaux is working with the FBI to bring down the Brotherhood and its members are arrested.
Julian and Emma plan to start over in Los Angeles. It's hard without Mason but they are soulmates and their love will help them get over the pain of his loss.
This is a great series. I received the first book free from Goodreads and liked it so much, I had to purchase the second book to find out what happened. Once I started the book, I couldn't put it down and highly recommend it.
May 31, 2022
This book is a sequel to The Truth About Unspeakable Things. You can read this without reading the first in this duet, but I highly recommend reading them together. I loved the characters and rooted for them to be together (Emma and Julian). The plot moves at a fast pace and I kept reading "one more chapter" after another. These two books blend just the right amounts of thriller, mystery and romance. I can't wait for the next series by Emily Myers!!
June 30, 2022
Thoughts About the Unspeakable...
I liked The Truth About Unspeakable things. I was looking forward to this sequel. I like Emma and Julian. I thought they were good together. Bound by the Unspeakable takes about ten chapters for the story to get started. Before that, we got a lot of recapping and fear that mostly happens in Emma's head. She's running from demons that haven't quite revealed themselves to her yet. The threat of the Brotherhood has her afraid of her own shadow. In the meantime, Emma is unable to live in the present and focus on the good things happening in her life. She's too afraid of the past.
When she meets a new, darker bad guy, Emma can't allow herself to trust him because his empire was built on iffy actions as well. It's a secret partnership get doesn't really make sense.
As she balances time she should be spending with Julian, and time sneaking away to "take down the Brotherhood," I feel the plot falls apart here. There are a few unbelievable holes that either don't get filled or get over explained which creates more questions. As a reader, I was brought full circle to the choices Emma and Julian made in the beginning. I felt so sad. So much could have been avoided!
There was a nice unexpected twist I didn't see coming. But overall, I just wish a few things could have happened differently.
I liked The Truth About Unspeakable things. I was looking forward to this sequel. I like Emma and Julian. I thought they were good together. Bound by the Unspeakable takes about ten chapters for the story to get started. Before that, we got a lot of recapping and fear that mostly happens in Emma's head. She's running from demons that haven't quite revealed themselves to her yet. The threat of the Brotherhood has her afraid of her own shadow. In the meantime, Emma is unable to live in the present and focus on the good things happening in her life. She's too afraid of the past.
When she meets a new, darker bad guy, Emma can't allow herself to trust him because his empire was built on iffy actions as well. It's a secret partnership get doesn't really make sense.
As she balances time she should be spending with Julian, and time sneaking away to "take down the Brotherhood," I feel the plot falls apart here. There are a few unbelievable holes that either don't get filled or get over explained which creates more questions. As a reader, I was brought full circle to the choices Emma and Julian made in the beginning. I felt so sad. So much could have been avoided!
There was a nice unexpected twist I didn't see coming. But overall, I just wish a few things could have happened differently.
April 19, 2022
I have been looking forward to reading Bound by the Unspeakable ever since I finished reading the first book, The Truth about Unspeakable Things.
Fast forward a year and Emma and Julian are back, hoping to put the past behind them and start anew. But it was never going to happen, especially when Emma finds herself drawn to a man who has links to her past.
I can't say much more without giving anything away, however I will say that I was as engrossed in this installment as I was with the first book. I was rooting for Emma and Julian's happy ending which was put into jeopardy throughout the whole book. If you're looking for a series to get stuck into and can handle tough topics such as sex trafficking, strong violence, rape and torture, then I highly recommend this dark suspense thriller. You will need to read the books in order however, as book two directly follows the first one.
Huge thank you to the author for a complimentary copy of her book in exchange for my honest review. I can't wait to read what you write next!
Fast forward a year and Emma and Julian are back, hoping to put the past behind them and start anew. But it was never going to happen, especially when Emma finds herself drawn to a man who has links to her past.
I can't say much more without giving anything away, however I will say that I was as engrossed in this installment as I was with the first book. I was rooting for Emma and Julian's happy ending which was put into jeopardy throughout the whole book. If you're looking for a series to get stuck into and can handle tough topics such as sex trafficking, strong violence, rape and torture, then I highly recommend this dark suspense thriller. You will need to read the books in order however, as book two directly follows the first one.
Huge thank you to the author for a complimentary copy of her book in exchange for my honest review. I can't wait to read what you write next!
April 8, 2022
This book is a really good conclusion to this duet. Emma and Julian have really grown from the first book. They are stronger together. Yet, this does not mean that the events from the first book are no longer a threat, if anything the threat is more dangerous than ever.
I am so proud of Emma. To have endured what she did and yet not let her spirit be broken but come out swinging as a fighter is encouraging for others. Which I can tell you was a wild ride for sure with some twists. This book made me fall in love with Emma and Julian even more. Readers who love strong characters and just as strong a storyline will want to read this duet. I look forward to reading more books by Emily.
I am so proud of Emma. To have endured what she did and yet not let her spirit be broken but come out swinging as a fighter is encouraging for others. Which I can tell you was a wild ride for sure with some twists. This book made me fall in love with Emma and Julian even more. Readers who love strong characters and just as strong a storyline will want to read this duet. I look forward to reading more books by Emily.
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