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Secrets (Darwin's Theory #2)
by
Adrienne Wilder (Goodreads Author)
After years of watching and never touching, Darwin Degroi finally has the love of his life. And Darwin would do anything for Peter Forbes, including sitting by while Georgia Tech’s metaphysical review board strips him of his scholarship. But it doesn’t take the genius of a metaphysical scientist to figure out that something else is going on when Peter is handed his pink-sl...more
ebook, 45 pages
Published
March 28th 2011
by Liquid Silver Books
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So, after the first book I was so in Darwin's world that start this book right away... why? Simple: because of him... Darwin, the only narrator.
Some new aspect of the paranormal world will be explained. There are humans, and there are Kin or Lesser Breds, the Inhumans. I can't tell more or will spoil your fun. Darwin being the crazy and strange narrator will tell you, in his weird way, what you must know.
My only warning is: if you don't like romance don't read this story. Why? Because Darwin is...more
. Nope, he is not an annoying feminine character, he is an amazing man, in love with another man, and is happy about it. 
It's okay-ish, I guess. Once(/if) you get over profuse use of the word "metaphysical" (and its related derivations) and the fact Wilder pretty much redefines the English language...
Like this:
(the one for Assembly)
Lots of window-switching between my ereader and this =_=
It's in an annoying-to-read color, though.
It's also annoying because there are a couple things I don't quite get/aren't really well-explained.
This feeding thing...is it an energy thing or a literal eating-of-body-parts thing? Cuz I...more
Like this:
(the one for Assembly)
Lots of window-switching between my ereader and this =_=
It's in an annoying-to-read color, though.
It's also annoying because there are a couple things I don't quite get/aren't really well-explained.
This feeding thing...is it an energy thing or a literal eating-of-body-parts thing? Cuz I...more
Second books in series are often hard for me to read. Things are just getting started, frequently I'm just getting to know the characters and there are still more questions being raised than answered. That was the same here too.
It was good to get to spend time with Darwin and Peter again, but not only do I still not feel like I understand Peter, I feel like I understand Darwin less than I did at the end of book 1. I do still totally adore the two of them together, though, and can't wait to get...more
It was good to get to spend time with Darwin and Peter again, but not only do I still not feel like I understand Peter, I feel like I understand Darwin less than I did at the end of book 1. I do still totally adore the two of them together, though, and can't wait to get...more
Secrets picks up where Pain left off. I would not read this without having read it predecessor, too many things would just not make sense. Also just my opinion, but it’s a great book that you should read if you like a dark fantasy with a great love story between two guys. Mark Tolbert kept his promise and sent the video of the non-Peter everywhere he possibly could. The repercussions are applauding, but the readers learn that there is a lot more going on than unbecoming behavior. Peter is keepin...more
3.5 stars
Things are starting to pick up.
Darwin and peter's life has clearly changed dramatically.
Perfect guy & dedicated metaphysical student Peter lost his scholarship and is actually a lesser-bred on the verge of shifting.
Lesser-breds have really huge, inhuman physical needs (food and sex). They both know Darwin won't be able to meet Peter's needs, and he even risks being eaten by his gentle Peter.
Although Darwin let go of his self-destructive lifestyle since he started having sex with...more
Things are starting to pick up.
Darwin and peter's life has clearly changed dramatically.
Perfect guy & dedicated metaphysical student Peter lost his scholarship and is actually a lesser-bred on the verge of shifting.
Lesser-breds have really huge, inhuman physical needs (food and sex). They both know Darwin won't be able to meet Peter's needs, and he even risks being eaten by his gentle Peter.
Although Darwin let go of his self-destructive lifestyle since he started having sex with...more
I just love this couple. This episode is where the thriller aspect really comes in. I loved it before when it was about these two and how they're dealing with everything. Now it's really getting interesting with the action and suspense.
My favorite quote from the whole series is in this one:
My favorite quote from the whole series is in this one:
Another sigh. “You aren't mad at me for not telling you?"...more
I held him tighter. “Never."
"Why not?"
"No room."
Pete's head turned and he looked at me. This close our eyelashes brushed and we exchanged each other's
My review on The Romance Reviews.
What do you do when the person you love shifts into a monster? Although, you don't know for sure he will turn into a monster. You thought you knew everything about this guy, only to find out he's been keeping a big secret from you.
Darwin, a spoiled brat, is still in love with Peter. Darwin followed Peter to college because he wanted to be near Peter. Due to a nasty prank from a jerk of a football player, Peter's scholarship is called in question. Peter is kicked...more
What do you do when the person you love shifts into a monster? Although, you don't know for sure he will turn into a monster. You thought you knew everything about this guy, only to find out he's been keeping a big secret from you.
Darwin, a spoiled brat, is still in love with Peter. Darwin followed Peter to college because he wanted to be near Peter. Due to a nasty prank from a jerk of a football player, Peter's scholarship is called in question. Peter is kicked...more
This second book of the series turned out to be just as engaging as the first book. Darwin takes center stage once again and doesn’t miss a beat with his witticisms. I love listening to his internal dialogue – it’s just so easy to appreciate his character. And Darwin is so completely head over heels for Peter that he would go to any lengths to help/protect him – even disregard his own safety. Peter has become as essential to Darwin as the air he breathes.
As a bit more of the paranormal world in...more
As a bit more of the paranormal world in...more
The first book was more of an intro to the world of the story and the characters, but this second one got into the plot of the story. The secrets Peter carried and what was really going on earlier really were eye-openers. What an ominous ending too. I enjoyed this book and look forward to the next installment.
I just love this m/m romance and I can't quite put my finger on why. I think it's Darwin's utter devotion to Peter. It is sweet and rare because one doesn't usually see that years long, singular focus of adoration depicted in other m/m fare. It's so nice to read about something that doesn't immediately bring to mind another book I've read before.
This second part of Darwin's Theory was a bit better but that's due to being continued after first part ended. The plot became a bit complicated, but it was enjoyable. I have to admit, that Darwin thinks to much.
A brilliant and moving follow up to Darwin's Theory; Pain. As things take a turn for the worse, things get hotter for the boys in more ways than one. I highly recommend this for readers of adult urban fantasy.
Very good short paranormal m/m romance in which Peter reveals a shocking secret. (Hey, cut me a break - these are going to be almost impossible not to spoiler, even in a single sentence reviewette.)
I am loving Darwin and Peter more and more with each page and Darwin's voice is fantastic!
I am so curious of where they're going next...
Reading #3 Right Now!
I am so curious of where they're going next...
Reading #3 Right Now!
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even better than pain!! why haven't i read this series earlier? only drawback is they're so short, they read like chapters of one book
off to read #3
off to read #3
Who cannot love Darwin? He's liberated, in your face opinionated and totally devoted to Peter, the love of his life. Life gets turned upside down in this installment. Darwin is clean and will do anything to help and support Peter except lose him. His steadfast love for Peter may cost him his life but from Darwin's POV Peter is Darwin's life. There's just something about these two characters that keep me wanting more.
Dude, Adrienne is a helluva an author. I love these characters and I can't wait to get into this world! Bring on the Dragons!
Another good book in the series
I started reading "Secrets" at 1 am and I could not put it down until I turned the very last (virtual) page. Extremely intense story with amazing sex scenes - and that's saying a lot, because usually I am not into them at all. Incredible writing style and even some typos here and there could not spoil it for me.
One of the best books I've recently read. 10 (ten) stars.
One of the best books I've recently read. 10 (ten) stars.
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This is the second book in the series and they must be read in order.
In this installment, Peter and Darwin's love continues to bloom, but what we really begin to learn more about is the paranormal world they live in. This book is really just a teaser of what is to come. I am excited to learn more about the Kin and the Lesser Breds. Hopefully book #3 will go into much more detail about this crazy world that Pete and Darwin live in. And what is up with Pete?
In this installment, Peter and Darwin's love continues to bloom, but what we really begin to learn more about is the paranormal world they live in. This book is really just a teaser of what is to come. I am excited to learn more about the Kin and the Lesser Breds. Hopefully book #3 will go into much more detail about this crazy world that Pete and Darwin live in. And what is up with Pete?
I really loved this book. I don't read a lot of male/male because to me a lot of it doesn't ring true and lacks intensity. Adrienne wilder does both things well in spades. Her heroes are hot and voracious, her City of Dragons world is cool--complex and yet...when you come down to it...very simple. And intense!!
I also love her style of writing, very easy to read and very entertaining. A++ for the Darwin's series. Waiting for the next book...
I also love her style of writing, very easy to read and very entertaining. A++ for the Darwin's series. Waiting for the next book...
Excellent second volume in the Darwin's Theory series. Here Darwin finds out that Peter is Becoming.
I love Darwin and Peter!
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My fascination for the big, scaly, and scary began somewhere around the age of three when I escaped my mother's arms and ran down the aisle during a showing of Pete's Dragon, screaming, “Don't hurt my friend!” In my defense, it was the scene where Elliott the dragon is captured by the villains, so could you blame me?
Anyhow, my passion for artwork started around that same time, and I took to drawin...more
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