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Siren
I’m not a good person. In fact, I’m a real bitch. If the opportunity arises, I will take your husband, give him the best sex he’s ever had, and laugh behind your back once I’m done with him. I do not put on airs and graces. I just take what I want whenever I want it.
I am the abused who has become the abuser. I live for power because all power had been stripped from me for years. Now that I have it back, I feed off of it like it’s my primary sustenance, and I don’t care who I hurt in the process.
Every woman hates me, but do you know what? I don’t give a shit.
You won’t like me. I’m not here to be liked. You want to know my story? I won’t stop you from observing. Just know that once I’m done with you, no shower—no matter how scalding—will ever get me out from under your skin.
Warning: If you’re looking for pink, fluffy clouds, rainbows, and HEA’s, then this book is not for you. These pages contain flashback scenes of child abuse in all forms (physical, sexual, and emotional) as well as BDSM and other taboo themes.
Love does not live in this book. Only dark, twisted, and sick obsessions thrive here.
You. Have. Been. Warned!
I am the abused who has become the abuser. I live for power because all power had been stripped from me for years. Now that I have it back, I feed off of it like it’s my primary sustenance, and I don’t care who I hurt in the process.
Every woman hates me, but do you know what? I don’t give a shit.
You won’t like me. I’m not here to be liked. You want to know my story? I won’t stop you from observing. Just know that once I’m done with you, no shower—no matter how scalding—will ever get me out from under your skin.
Warning: If you’re looking for pink, fluffy clouds, rainbows, and HEA’s, then this book is not for you. These pages contain flashback scenes of child abuse in all forms (physical, sexual, and emotional) as well as BDSM and other taboo themes.
Love does not live in this book. Only dark, twisted, and sick obsessions thrive here.
You. Have. Been. Warned!
380 pages, ebook
First published September 6, 2016
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Jaimie Roberts
30 books1,865 followersJaimie Roberts was born in London, but moved to Gibraltar in 2001. She is married with two sons, and in her spare time, she writes.
In June 2013, Jaimie published her first book, Take a Breath, with the second released in November 2013. With the reviews, Jaimie took time out to read and learn how to become a better writer. She gets tremendous enjoyment out of writing, and even more so from the feedback she receives.
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In June 2013, Jaimie published her first book, Take a Breath, with the second released in November 2013. With the reviews, Jaimie took time out to read and learn how to become a better writer. She gets tremendous enjoyment out of writing, and even more so from the feedback she receives.
If you would like to send Jaimie a message, please do so by visiting her Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/AuthorJaimie....
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September 27, 2016
Sheesh! What a ride! That was some seriously disturbing stuff. And that ending...
I love my stories dark and twisted. When I finish a book and think that I might need to speak with a psychologist about why I enjoyed such a depraved story, I know the author had hit the mark for me. 'Siren' is that kind of book. It was sick and so damn wrong, but I couldn't pull myself away.
The story centers on Scarlet, a femme fatale that is out for vengeance. A victim of abuse from a young age, she's determined to turn the tables. No longer a young girl, she's embraced her sex appeal and is harnessing the power it gives her.
Now, I should say that this story is not for everyone. There is every type of abuse imaginable in this book, both as a child and as an adult. To say that Scarlet has "daddy issues" would be the understatement of the century. This is one screwed up lady!
In many ways, Scarlet was a deplorable character. There were many times when I was certain that she was irredeemable. She isn't an easy character to like. She doesn't even like herself.
Every time that I was ready to give up on her, a bit more of her past would be revealed and I would feel a little more sympathy for the girl that became the woman. As more of her story came to light, I grew to understand her motivations better. Eventually, I was full-on rooting for her cause. It's probably a sign that I need to get my head checked, but I wanted her to get her revenge on those that had wronged her. I wanted them to pay.
As things started to fall into place, other things fell apart. Nothing ever goes as planned. I was on the edge of my seat throughout this entire book. It sucked me in. I have never loved such a despicable character as much as I loved Scarlet. She is wicked to the core, but she was made, and not born, that way.
If you are looking for a dark, disturbing story, then it doesn't get much more twisted than this one. It blew my mind! It was sordid and highly original. All I can say is heed the warnings. This content is not for everyone.
I love my stories dark and twisted. When I finish a book and think that I might need to speak with a psychologist about why I enjoyed such a depraved story, I know the author had hit the mark for me. 'Siren' is that kind of book. It was sick and so damn wrong, but I couldn't pull myself away.
The story centers on Scarlet, a femme fatale that is out for vengeance. A victim of abuse from a young age, she's determined to turn the tables. No longer a young girl, she's embraced her sex appeal and is harnessing the power it gives her.
Now, I should say that this story is not for everyone. There is every type of abuse imaginable in this book, both as a child and as an adult. To say that Scarlet has "daddy issues" would be the understatement of the century. This is one screwed up lady!
In many ways, Scarlet was a deplorable character. There were many times when I was certain that she was irredeemable. She isn't an easy character to like. She doesn't even like herself.
Every time that I was ready to give up on her, a bit more of her past would be revealed and I would feel a little more sympathy for the girl that became the woman. As more of her story came to light, I grew to understand her motivations better. Eventually, I was full-on rooting for her cause. It's probably a sign that I need to get my head checked, but I wanted her to get her revenge on those that had wronged her. I wanted them to pay.
As things started to fall into place, other things fell apart. Nothing ever goes as planned. I was on the edge of my seat throughout this entire book. It sucked me in. I have never loved such a despicable character as much as I loved Scarlet. She is wicked to the core, but she was made, and not born, that way.
If you are looking for a dark, disturbing story, then it doesn't get much more twisted than this one. It blew my mind! It was sordid and highly original. All I can say is heed the warnings. This content is not for everyone.
February 9, 2017
Wow! This book left me speechless…well, almost! 'Siren' was one of the most intriguing, depraved dark erotica I’ve ever read. It was fascinating, gripping, fantastically written and OMG, so deliciously twisted. Trust me when I say that this story and these characters will keep you at the edge of your seat the entire time. This story of obsession and possession was told in such a way you will not want to put it down for one minute. With many dark themes, with a forbidden romance that for sure will f@ck-up with your head and also with many ‘what the f@ck’ moments, 'Siren' is definitely worth reading if you crave something dark and twisted.
“I guess bad company really does corrupt good morals.”
'Siren" tells the story of Scarlet, a beautiful woman, a 'femme fatale', a great actress who can catch any man in her web everywhere she goes. It goes without saying she’s an alluring woman, but Scarlet is a manipulative b*tch who knows very well that beauty is power, over the years using her beauty to gain more than some men admiration. Three years ago, Scarlet met a certain man who not only offered her the excitement she needed, but also made her crave the intimacy she always hated.
“He is the only man I would let treat me the way that he does because he is the only man to really take care of me ... to love me the only way he knows I crave.”
Scarlet in damaged in the worst possible way. From the moment every ounce of free will was stripped from her when she was just a child, she stopped living. The abuse she experienced in every possible way over the years f@cked-up Scarlet immensely. Even if she knows her need to be sexually intimate with her abuser is more than sick, she can’t help herself. She is addicted to sickness and depravity, her abuser being her drug of choice and she can’t do anything about it.
“You can never fucking escape me. I’m always there in your head, Scarlet. You may have gotten me to beg, but that’s one small victory over what I have over you.” With every thrust, he shouts the words: “You. Are. Mine!”
Revenge for what happened to her years ago is the only thing Scarlet wants more than anything. She will get it in one way or another…no matter the consequences.
Dayum! What an amazing, gripping story this one turned out to be! First things first, you should read the warning. If you can’t handle child abuse in all forms, BDSM elements and also some dark/taboo themes, then this is not the book for you. 'Siren' was told both in the past and the present entirely from Scarlet’s POV, which I loved. Personally I’m not always a fan of this switching from present to past, but in this case it worked for me because I really felt every chapter told in the past has a purpose. “The story” from the past was as intriguing, sick and disgusting as the story from the present and the revenge aspect was fantastically done. I honestly was at the edge of my seat the entire time…for one reason or another.
Scarlet was a fascinating heroine and her portrayal was amazingly done. I’m sure many readers will hate her and will feel disgusted by her actions, because in some way she was a despicable heroine/anti-heroine, but, to be honest I felt none of that. She was a damaged woman I felt deeply for as the story unfolded and her past was revealed. I even wanted to get her revenge not only because I felt she needed it, but also because in some way I understood her reasoning and in the end I wanted THEM to pay for what happened with her. I wanted for her to have an ounce of normalcy, to heal herself, to be free. Her addiction with sickness and depravity was crazy as f@ck, to say the least, but, at the same time, I found it to be so very intriguing and I truly felt it was an addiction and not something else.
“Looking at him now, one could never imagine a monster lived inside of him. A monster who taught me well.”
The supporting characters were well portrayed as well and one more interesting than the other. The dynamic between Scarlet and almost every single one of them was really enthralling and every one of them had a purpose in Scarlet’s road to
All in all, 'Siren' was one fascinating, twisted, addictive read I highly recommend if you want something dark with a well-developed revenge plot and of course if you can handle some sickness and depravity.
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October 29, 2020
You may need to engage your inner sleuth and some clandestine moves to ensure nothing distracts you from reading this book in one sitting. Tell hubby you're going to work. Tell work you're taking a sick day. Go to the Starbucks on 5th and main, and pssst...wear the hat.
I suppose I should give you some insight on this story but..naaaa, I'm not that benevolent. What I will say is this:
1. From the age of 14 until 16 , Scarlet, our anti-heroine, was raped and frequently molested and by her father no less.
2. At age 24, she returns and exacts revenge. Not since Lisbeth Salander have I seen a book heroine exhibit such methodical ruthlessness while seeking vengeance.
**The narrative and dialogue will keep you glued to the Starbucks seat. If Roberts wrote the daily weather forecast, I'd willingly take out a subscription and that's to tell you how good it was.
**You will need to dial down the gasps....sshhhhh
**The plot twists will keep you at the edge of said seat and the ending will blow you away.
**Don't be alarmed if the smex scenes get you squirming. Just take a quick bathroom break and ahem....you know, relieve the stress..ahem...
If ever there was an award for the perfect revenge plot and its execution, this takes the Oscars. Roberts does not take prisoners, boundaries are breached, and the characters, robustly deviant. One more thing; don't even think of skipping to the end!
**Note**Triggers for rape, murder, child molestation, physical abuse, abortion, infidelity, and multiple sexual partners. Yes, it's one seriously dark read!
December 5, 2018
I’m speechless. That’s hell of WTF ending !!!
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
September 1, 2016
Love does not live in this book. Only dark, twisted, and sick obsessions thrive here.
You. Have. Been. Warned
well i agree, This isn't a love story, if you're looking for a HEA you won't find it here, But despite all the darkness and violence in it, I LOVED IT
(From here on this review will contain plot spoilers. Please don’t continue reading if it will ruin the book for you.)
ARC provided by the author in exchange for an honest review
You. Have. Been. Warned
well i agree, This isn't a love story, if you're looking for a HEA you won't find it here, But despite all the darkness and violence in it, I LOVED IT
(From here on this review will contain plot spoilers. Please don’t continue reading if it will ruin the book for you.)
ARC provided by the author in exchange for an honest review
May 26, 2017
FUCK ME! That end!!! WTF happened? Oh my God! I need a minute.. I need a cold drink... And I have to get my shit together. But Wow this was so fucking good!
My God, I LOVED THIS BOOK SO MUCH!!! :D
Ps. Beatrice. 😘 Again, thank you soooooo much for the recommendation. This book was really great. 😉
This book made me like this....
December 3, 2021
This is the most sick, twisted, depraved, and fucked up shit I have ever read. I seriously think I need my head examined for reading this, and I have always embraced my love of all things dark. It was definitely like a train wreck. I wanted so badly to look away, but I just couldn't.
There were certainly some screwed up characters in this book. The only ones I really hated though were Scarlet's father, her sister, and her mother. I think they all got what they deserved in the end, and I don't know what that says about me. I loved Stewart. He was the only glimpse of normality, and actual real love that Scarlet had ever gotten to experience. Scarlet herself was a very sick woman, but she was made that way by everyone who was supposed to love and/or protect her. I don't think I can say anything else regarding my feelings for this story without spoiling too many things. I can't say that I enjoyed reading this, because I don't think that is a word that I would use to describe my feelings for this book. I appreciate the author's work for what it is, and her ability to keep you sucked in til the end. I will say that I really loved the ending. It was my favorite part of the whole book. I thought it was perfect.
If you can handle the kind of things I mentioned at the beginning of this review , then I think you should give this book a try. It is well written, well paced, and has a few twists and turns thrown in for good measure. I will definitely give another book by this author a try. She can certainly tell one messed up story!
November 22, 2020
Love does not live in this book. Only dark, twisted, and sick obsessions thrive here.
Heed the warning folks, because this is indeed a twisted read!
When I read the blurb, I thought this might be like The Mindf*ck Series (which I freaking loved).
My only desire in the world is to have my revenge against everyone who hurt me, disbelieved me, and made me into the bad guy. After that, I don’t know... But, right now, nothing in the world matters but my payback.
And I’m going to love every sick, twisted minute of it.
But boy, was I wrong! Scarlet is the most sick and depraved heroine I have read about.
I am right in a sense about power turning me on, but it’s the power I have over them that really makes me wet.
Did I like her? No.
But did I root for her? Absolutely.
There were times when I almost lost my mind while reading this, because I had no idea which direction I wanted the story to go.
It’s like I’m addicted. Addicted to the sickness and depravity my father can give me, but also addicted to Stuart’s sweet, caring nature. Both call out to me on some grand inconceivable level.
There are tons of triggers here. Although I wasn't a fan of the ending, this book was definitely a page-turner!
P.S. Bad Guy by Billie Eilish goes with this book perfectly 🎵 ♥️
October 25, 2016
Genre: Dark Erotica
Type: Standalone
POV: First Person - Female
Rating:
I was intrigued when I first found out about this book because stories with deplorable characters are like the Siren song luring me in. I simply can't resist it and this book is definitely worth the sweet surrender lol!
When I first started the book, I was prepared to hate Scarlet, but that turned out not to be the case at all. She captured my attention from the beginning even with her bad intentions.
Her dark past triggered the need to turn the table to her tormentors which led her to several men in her life that involved in one way or another.
I absolutely love the depravity in this book. There were a lot of fucked up things that happened and the thing is... I actually root for it hahaha!
The sex scenes were intensely hot especially those that shouldn't happen. The illicitness surely added to the hotness.
Siren follows the journey of a woman's life through heartbreak, revenge and obsession. The deliciously depraved story would appeal to readers who want something dark and edgy.
Note: #TeamReid all the way :p
≡ ✠ ≡ . . . (F)BR With Twinsie CC & Anna . . . ≡ ✠ ≡
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Type: Standalone
POV: First Person - Female
Rating:
I was intrigued when I first found out about this book because stories with deplorable characters are like the Siren song luring me in. I simply can't resist it and this book is definitely worth the sweet surrender lol!
I once fought against the monsters that came. Now, I welcome them. Now, I lure them into my trap.
When I first started the book, I was prepared to hate Scarlet, but that turned out not to be the case at all. She captured my attention from the beginning even with her bad intentions.
Right now, nothing in the world matters but my payback. And I’m going to love every sick, twisted minute of it.
Her dark past triggered the need to turn the table to her tormentors which led her to several men in her life that involved in one way or another.
“You can never fucking escape me. I’m always there in your head, Scarlet. You may have gotten me to beg, but that’s one small victory over what I have over you.” With every thrust, he shouts the words: “You. Are. Mine!”
I absolutely love the depravity in this book. There were a lot of fucked up things that happened and the thing is... I actually root for it hahaha!
The sex scenes were intensely hot especially those that shouldn't happen. The illicitness surely added to the hotness.
"I saw the vulnerability. I saw the hatred. I saw me. And from that moment on, I knew I had to have you.”
Siren follows the journey of a woman's life through heartbreak, revenge and obsession. The deliciously depraved story would appeal to readers who want something dark and edgy.
Note: #TeamReid all the way :p
≡ ✠ ≡ . . . (F)BR With Twinsie CC & Anna . . . ≡ ✠ ≡
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March 18, 2017
4 Stars
I wanted to thank my dear friend "Sophie" for recommending this book to me. So, thank you sooo much my friend! I really enjoyed it. Don’t get me wrong I’m not happy about it but still! When I was reading this book, in some situations I wanted to throw up. And I blame your talent Ms. Roberts! Hahaha! Your writing is in such a way that with those throw ups I wanted to continue! I didn’t give it 5 stars because if I admitted that I loved it that much, I must go and see a psychiatrist! And I’m not a crazy psycho! This story is so sick, even when I think about it I’m getting sick! This story is about a girl, Scarlet, who has been abused in her childhood in so many sick ways; by someone who should have been her anchor. So years after that she is a damaged in a very f@cked up way and she really enjoyed what she does! She wants revenge but also her revenge isn’t a normal one too. I think if I say anything else I spoil it. I warn you, if you can’t handle a really, really, really Dark book, you must skip this one!
I wanted to thank my dear friend "Sophie" for recommending this book to me. So, thank you sooo much my friend! I really enjoyed it. Don’t get me wrong I’m not happy about it but still! When I was reading this book, in some situations I wanted to throw up. And I blame your talent Ms. Roberts! Hahaha! Your writing is in such a way that with those throw ups I wanted to continue! I didn’t give it 5 stars because if I admitted that I loved it that much, I must go and see a psychiatrist! And I’m not a crazy psycho! This story is so sick, even when I think about it I’m getting sick! This story is about a girl, Scarlet, who has been abused in her childhood in so many sick ways; by someone who should have been her anchor. So years after that she is a damaged in a very f@cked up way and she really enjoyed what she does! She wants revenge but also her revenge isn’t a normal one too. I think if I say anything else I spoil it. I warn you, if you can’t handle a really, really, really Dark book, you must skip this one!
November 7, 2016
This book was fucked up, and just when you think it can't get anymore fucked up it did! I really liked that it could shock me and kept me interested the whole way through. This was one of those stories that has you dying to figure out how it'll end and it's like your life won't be complete until you read the ending. And just let me say, it was not an ending that I ever expected to happen.
Bottom line is that I loved this book and if you're a fan of the dark books then you need to read this. It isn't your typical dark book either, so go into it with no expectations on how it will end and you will love it.
August 30, 2016
༺**Complimentary Copy**༺ Provided by the author
"Jaimie Roberts" exchange for an honest review..Thank you!!
TITLE: SIREN
AUTHOR: Jaimie Roberts
GENRE: CONTEMPORARY ROMANCE
CHAPTERS: Prologue | 39
RELEASE DATE:
MY RATING: 5 STARS
★★★★★ SICKLY TWISTED, SICKLY DISTURBING, SICKENINGLY GOOD ★★★★★
Either way I go trying to write up my review will give too many spoilers away so I'll have to go the no frills way.
Warning: If you’re looking for pink, fluffy clouds, rainbows, and HEA’s, then this book is not for you. These pages contain flashback scenes of child abuse in all forms (physical, sexual, and emotional) as well as BDSM and other taboo themes.
Love does not live in this book. Only dark, twisted, and sick obsessions thrive here.
You. Have. Been. Warned!
SIREN: This kicks starts us off in the 'Prologue' A daughter visiting the grave site of her father who appears died from a stab wound to the back, the police are still investigating, on the outside she looks like the grieving daughter she portrays, but on the inside is another story.
A smirk rises on her face as she stands over the grave site as she utters words that sent shivers down my spine
"You always loved it when I threw my arms around you, didn't you.?"
Inching closer to his headstone she bends down away from the watchful eyes of others and spits on his grave and leaves another parting comment
"I hope you're enjoying your time in Hell, Daddy."
And then we hit the sick, twisted, dark, gritty f#cked up shit that makes your stomach curdle, even my head can't comprehend what I'd actually read but like a train wreck you just can't help but carry on until the end.
The story focuses solely on 'Scarlet' who talks openly about being raped at the age of fourteen and will flit backwards and forwards with flashbacks. The only constant in her life is 'Reid Marks' the tatted up bad boy you wouldn't introduce to your mother. These two have a very unconventional arrangement.
I'm really not sure what to make of this one, part of me hated the sick twisted shit I was reading, another part loved it, then that niggling voice in my head kept on screaming 'You need help dude.'
I love my dark reads and tend to jump on them to see how far an author can and will push me but I think Jaimie Roberts has pushed me to the land of no return. It's a very hard book to recommend to randoms on here that I don't personally know their preferences, but the sicko ones like me will take the plunge and go one click this.
All I can really say is go in with a flashlight, to find your way back to the light, an open mind, and expect the unexpected, don't go in thinking you've read this before, because I guarantee you haven't.
Getting back to my review can I say I didn't like Scarlet? I don't think I connected with her at all throughout or being completely honest with any of the characters, but that still didn't stop me from reading this. Yes she had a hard upbringing which made her act out, could she have dealt with it better, yes to that too but then where's the story in that..
*Two teasers used are off the authors FB page*
"Jaimie Roberts" exchange for an honest review..Thank you!!
TITLE: SIREN
AUTHOR: Jaimie Roberts
GENRE: CONTEMPORARY ROMANCE
CHAPTERS: Prologue | 39
RELEASE DATE:
MY RATING: 5 STARS
★★★★★ SICKLY TWISTED, SICKLY DISTURBING, SICKENINGLY GOOD ★★★★★
Either way I go trying to write up my review will give too many spoilers away so I'll have to go the no frills way.
Warning: If you’re looking for pink, fluffy clouds, rainbows, and HEA’s, then this book is not for you. These pages contain flashback scenes of child abuse in all forms (physical, sexual, and emotional) as well as BDSM and other taboo themes.
Love does not live in this book. Only dark, twisted, and sick obsessions thrive here.
You. Have. Been. Warned!
SIREN: This kicks starts us off in the 'Prologue' A daughter visiting the grave site of her father who appears died from a stab wound to the back, the police are still investigating, on the outside she looks like the grieving daughter she portrays, but on the inside is another story.
A smirk rises on her face as she stands over the grave site as she utters words that sent shivers down my spine
"You always loved it when I threw my arms around you, didn't you.?"
Inching closer to his headstone she bends down away from the watchful eyes of others and spits on his grave and leaves another parting comment
"I hope you're enjoying your time in Hell, Daddy."
And then we hit the sick, twisted, dark, gritty f#cked up shit that makes your stomach curdle, even my head can't comprehend what I'd actually read but like a train wreck you just can't help but carry on until the end.
The story focuses solely on 'Scarlet' who talks openly about being raped at the age of fourteen and will flit backwards and forwards with flashbacks. The only constant in her life is 'Reid Marks' the tatted up bad boy you wouldn't introduce to your mother. These two have a very unconventional arrangement.
I'm really not sure what to make of this one, part of me hated the sick twisted shit I was reading, another part loved it, then that niggling voice in my head kept on screaming 'You need help dude.'
I love my dark reads and tend to jump on them to see how far an author can and will push me but I think Jaimie Roberts has pushed me to the land of no return. It's a very hard book to recommend to randoms on here that I don't personally know their preferences, but the sicko ones like me will take the plunge and go one click this.
All I can really say is go in with a flashlight, to find your way back to the light, an open mind, and expect the unexpected, don't go in thinking you've read this before, because I guarantee you haven't.
Getting back to my review can I say I didn't like Scarlet? I don't think I connected with her at all throughout or being completely honest with any of the characters, but that still didn't stop me from reading this. Yes she had a hard upbringing which made her act out, could she have dealt with it better, yes to that too but then where's the story in that..
*Two teasers used are off the authors FB page*
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August 28, 2017
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Blurb:
I’m not a good person. In fact, I’m a real bitch. If the opportunity arises, I will take your husband, give him the best sex he’s ever had, and laugh behind your back once I’m done with him. I do not put on airs and graces. I just take what I want whenever I want it.
I am the abused who has become the abuser. I live for power because all power had been stripped from me for years. Now that I have it back, I feed off of it like it’s my primary sustenance, and I don’t care who I hurt in the process.
Every woman hates me, but do you know what? I don’t give a shit.
You won’t like me. I’m not here to be liked. You want to know my story? I won’t stop you from observing. Just know that once I’m done with you, no shower—no matter how scalding—will ever get me out from under your skin.
ARC provided to me by author Jaimie Roberts, in exchange for an honest review.
May 31, 2017
2* unpopular & spoiler-ish STARS!
Talk about my bad choice (not my first), I picked this up and MISSED THE WARNING! The blurb really intrigued me and everybody raved about this book. I actually liked half of the story before everything went down the hill.
⇒ The anti-heroine, Scarlet was enjoyable at first. She plotted her own revenge with the help of her lover, Reid Marks. They have platonic relationship where Reid wouldn't have sex with her for some reason. Not until Scarlet satisfied with her revenge.
⇒ Reid is her business partner/lover started as a private investigator turns into shady blackmail. They targeted big famous person with Scarlet as the siren. Reid appears as a Dominant inside bedroom. At first, Reid looks really sincere and perfect to help Scarlet but I felt uneasy somehow.
⇒ The story told from Scarlet's POV between past and present. She has a mother, (apparently) step-father, and a sister. Scarlet's childhood is full of abuse from the step-father who thinks he owned her. Until now, Scarlet couldn't forget everything he did to her and it weaken her like a poison.
⇒ Her revenge plot turns into unhealthy obsession. Scarlet keeps taunting her step-father to satisfied her sexual frustration towards Reid. She was dragging her revenge and I lost interest with the main reason. Scarlet keeps fucking with some people and I hardly enjoy it. From sexy into slutty.
⇒ IMO, Scarlet is hungry for attention because of her abusive childhood. When her old crush make a move for her, Scarlet lost control. She feels normal; sweet and vanilla. Scarlet keeps dragging her plan because of this and that. Totally frustrated me!
⇒ The most unforgivable thing with this story was how the author made Reid looks like a hero for Scarlet. In the end, she fallen in the same hole that she crawl before. After everything she went through, I just couldn't help to think... What a horrible experience for me to read this.
WARNING! Dangerous for your health and sanity ⇒
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Talk about my bad choice (not my first), I picked this up and MISSED THE WARNING! The blurb really intrigued me and everybody raved about this book. I actually liked half of the story before everything went down the hill.
⇒ The anti-heroine, Scarlet was enjoyable at first. She plotted her own revenge with the help of her lover, Reid Marks. They have platonic relationship where Reid wouldn't have sex with her for some reason. Not until Scarlet satisfied with her revenge.
⇒ Reid is her business partner/lover started as a private investigator turns into shady blackmail. They targeted big famous person with Scarlet as the siren. Reid appears as a Dominant inside bedroom. At first, Reid looks really sincere and perfect to help Scarlet but I felt uneasy somehow.
⇒ The story told from Scarlet's POV between past and present. She has a mother, (apparently) step-father, and a sister. Scarlet's childhood is full of abuse from the step-father who thinks he owned her. Until now, Scarlet couldn't forget everything he did to her and it weaken her like a poison.
⇒ Her revenge plot turns into unhealthy obsession. Scarlet keeps taunting her step-father to satisfied her sexual frustration towards Reid. She was dragging her revenge and I lost interest with the main reason. Scarlet keeps fucking with some people and I hardly enjoy it. From sexy into slutty.
⇒ IMO, Scarlet is hungry for attention because of her abusive childhood. When her old crush make a move for her, Scarlet lost control. She feels normal; sweet and vanilla. Scarlet keeps dragging her plan because of this and that. Totally frustrated me!
⇒ The most unforgivable thing with this story was how the author made Reid looks like a hero for Scarlet. In the end, she fallen in the same hole that she crawl before. After everything she went through, I just couldn't help to think... What a horrible experience for me to read this.
WARNING! Dangerous for your health and sanity ⇒
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August 21, 2016
I don’t know what to think of it, I’m still recovering and gathering my thoughts.
I don’t know if I must head to the nearest psych ward because this book was SICK with a big “S” and even if I thought stopping reading it about a million times I just couldn’t and I went on and on and on… and it must say something about my deranged mind, right? Or maybe it has to do with Jaimie Robert’s talent…
It’s NOT the kind of story I usually read. I love dark reads but I have some limits others don’t have and let me tell you Jaimie pushed all my buttons again and again and again and… with this story.
Did I like what I read? Honestly no. It was painful. It was not liking that I felt but rather a horrified fascination. It sometimes felt bad it sometimes felt like a release the same way some BDSM addict gets off on a hard spanking or caning. In my opinion, this is not a story someone “like” as it would be too meek, too shallow. It’s a story that will either disgust you plain and simple either suck you in and won’t let you quit or either amaze you because Jaimie did she dare in this one! Anyway, it will challenge you and provoke extreme emotions. You’ll either hate it or praise it.
I won’t tell much about the plot as I don’t want to spoil your fun, just know this is a story of abuse and revenge with the female character being an anti-hero. It’s so far from rainbow and unicorns we’re talking about different galaxies.
Scarlet is one of the rare female characters I did not love, at all. Except by the very end of the story.
I could understand why she acted that way as she’s been a victim of her family as a whole but she could have chosen another way to deal with her trauma. I know some abuse victims can’t help themselves and become like she did because it’s their way to cope. She had no control as a child and now she must be the one in control. I get it but she’s still the kind of girl I would never invite and let come close to my husband or boyfriend or son…she’s like a Praying Mantis. As much as I felt bad for what happened to her, it still disgusted me every time she went after some target and especially after the one who made her suffer. It was like a sickness and she could not help herself I know it but I did not have to like it or her. ”He is sick himself, but that illness has passed into me now.” “Like the sick perverted person I’ve become, I fed off his energy, needing to be taken and taken dirty. I loved that he gave into me. I loved that I held an element of power over him. I guess bad company really does corrupt good morals.”
Only the last 8% when she reconnected with who she really was, let herself be vulnerable again did I love her. I even prayed for her HEA.
Don’t start me about the other characters of the book as I despised them even more, except Stuart. He is the light in this dark, dark read. He is the good guy, the hope, the ray of sunshine. He should never have been caught in this twisted web of lies and revenge.
Well, even with me not liking the characters, being challenged at every turn, I could not put it down and read this book in one sitting.
Jaimie Roberts wrote this sick and twisted story with maestra and she sure reached her goal to suck me under and prompted very strong emotions with her provoking “more than dark” story. Congratulations!
If you’re a fan of Lily St Germain (Gypsy Brothers series), E.K. Blair (Black Lotus series) and the likes, just one click this one, you won’t regret it for one second.
Now, I’m going to read something light and bubbly, maybe some PNR for teens or YA with not too much angst or conflicting emotions, because….Jaimie happened!
I don’t know if I must head to the nearest psych ward because this book was SICK with a big “S” and even if I thought stopping reading it about a million times I just couldn’t and I went on and on and on… and it must say something about my deranged mind, right? Or maybe it has to do with Jaimie Robert’s talent…
It’s NOT the kind of story I usually read. I love dark reads but I have some limits others don’t have and let me tell you Jaimie pushed all my buttons again and again and again and… with this story.
Did I like what I read? Honestly no. It was painful. It was not liking that I felt but rather a horrified fascination. It sometimes felt bad it sometimes felt like a release the same way some BDSM addict gets off on a hard spanking or caning. In my opinion, this is not a story someone “like” as it would be too meek, too shallow. It’s a story that will either disgust you plain and simple either suck you in and won’t let you quit or either amaze you because Jaimie did she dare in this one! Anyway, it will challenge you and provoke extreme emotions. You’ll either hate it or praise it.
I won’t tell much about the plot as I don’t want to spoil your fun, just know this is a story of abuse and revenge with the female character being an anti-hero. It’s so far from rainbow and unicorns we’re talking about different galaxies.
Scarlet is one of the rare female characters I did not love, at all. Except by the very end of the story.
I could understand why she acted that way as she’s been a victim of her family as a whole but she could have chosen another way to deal with her trauma. I know some abuse victims can’t help themselves and become like she did because it’s their way to cope. She had no control as a child and now she must be the one in control. I get it but she’s still the kind of girl I would never invite and let come close to my husband or boyfriend or son…she’s like a Praying Mantis. As much as I felt bad for what happened to her, it still disgusted me every time she went after some target and especially after the one who made her suffer. It was like a sickness and she could not help herself I know it but I did not have to like it or her. ”He is sick himself, but that illness has passed into me now.” “Like the sick perverted person I’ve become, I fed off his energy, needing to be taken and taken dirty. I loved that he gave into me. I loved that I held an element of power over him. I guess bad company really does corrupt good morals.”
Only the last 8% when she reconnected with who she really was, let herself be vulnerable again did I love her. I even prayed for her HEA.
Don’t start me about the other characters of the book as I despised them even more, except Stuart. He is the light in this dark, dark read. He is the good guy, the hope, the ray of sunshine. He should never have been caught in this twisted web of lies and revenge.
Well, even with me not liking the characters, being challenged at every turn, I could not put it down and read this book in one sitting.
Jaimie Roberts wrote this sick and twisted story with maestra and she sure reached her goal to suck me under and prompted very strong emotions with her provoking “more than dark” story. Congratulations!
If you’re a fan of Lily St Germain (Gypsy Brothers series), E.K. Blair (Black Lotus series) and the likes, just one click this one, you won’t regret it for one second.
Now, I’m going to read something light and bubbly, maybe some PNR for teens or YA with not too much angst or conflicting emotions, because….Jaimie happened!
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October 27, 2016I'm into dark reads and dark themes just not when they're supposed to be romances, so I'm passing on this one. Darkness and romance rarely mix well. Spoilers aren't encouraging. TRIGGER WARNINGS AND SPOILERS
Not for me.
Not for me.
June 16, 2017
***** 5++ 'Irresistible Monster' Stars *****
Oh.. My... This story is so sick. Which must mean that I am also sick for LOVING it. Every word, every sentence, every page. I can't even think in complete sentences. Jaimie Roberts turned me into a Facebook stalker because of Siren.
When Scarlet was a young a girl, her family wasn't there for her. She needed help, but no one listened. After a lot of abuse and pain, she ran away and took a gamble on the streets.
Years later, she enters back into the family. But now she's out for revenge. She isn't the helpless little girl anymore. Her partner and constant in life is Reid. Together, they are private investigators, but they get paid much more than the average investigator. Their main income comes from blackmailing. Scarlet has sex with wealthy and powerful men with hidden cameras.
"One look sent the right way and their d*cks get hard for me. Hell, I don't even have to try. I am just me. I can't help being me, and to be honest, I wouldn't have it any other way."
I love Scarlet. She's not just a maneater. Oh no no no... She takes it to a whole new level. But my favorite thing about her is that she still has a heart. Underneath it all, she has a loving and caring soul.
I just can't believe it's over. There just has to be more. If you are looking for a nice romance with prince charming, go somewhere else. Siren is a dark and sick romance that will keep you glued to your seat.
Oh.. My... This story is so sick. Which must mean that I am also sick for LOVING it. Every word, every sentence, every page. I can't even think in complete sentences. Jaimie Roberts turned me into a Facebook stalker because of Siren.
When Scarlet was a young a girl, her family wasn't there for her. She needed help, but no one listened. After a lot of abuse and pain, she ran away and took a gamble on the streets.
Years later, she enters back into the family. But now she's out for revenge. She isn't the helpless little girl anymore. Her partner and constant in life is Reid. Together, they are private investigators, but they get paid much more than the average investigator. Their main income comes from blackmailing. Scarlet has sex with wealthy and powerful men with hidden cameras.
"One look sent the right way and their d*cks get hard for me. Hell, I don't even have to try. I am just me. I can't help being me, and to be honest, I wouldn't have it any other way."
I love Scarlet. She's not just a maneater. Oh no no no... She takes it to a whole new level. But my favorite thing about her is that she still has a heart. Underneath it all, she has a loving and caring soul.
I just can't believe it's over. There just has to be more. If you are looking for a nice romance with prince charming, go somewhere else. Siren is a dark and sick romance that will keep you glued to your seat.
September 23, 2019
I'm really not sure what I feel about this book now that I've finished. I will say this - if you are looking for any form of HEA or even a remote HFN then this is not where you're going to find it. Siren was absolutely twisted. Actually, every single character was including Scarlet. The only difference between Scarlet and the other characters was after what she had been through her entire life it was warranted. I mean the utter hell she has been put through, the loneliness of having no true ally or advocate, and the utter confusion and mindfuckery that has formed her is more than understandable. That being said, I wanted to scream at her to go find a therapist, STAT and do something smart like file a damn restraining order. I know I said she's been through hell and that's probably an understatement but many of her actions were reprehensible in their own right. There is more than one way to kill a cat and I vacillated between feeling for her to the utmost with each chapter that revealed more of her past and wanting to admonish her for her actions. Everybody in this book is utterly horrid, selfish, self absorbed or completely conditional with their own agenda with the exclusion of one. And since I mentioned there is not even a HFN at the ending, unfortunately, that 'one' comes too little and too late. Scarlet's blind need for revenge has been years in the making and in doing so she has made strange bedfellows and allegiances that she's not able to get out under from.
There's no need to say more. I don't think the plot or the story should really be outlined. This is a 'go in at your own risk' and ride the rollercoaster of the story as it occurs. Anything else mentioned would feel like taking that away from the reader.
I'm really torn how to rate this. Every time I read a book, I let my own judgements, morality, just everything fall away and slip into the reality of the book and the characters. With this one, it was the first time where I found myself slipping out - not because the writer lacked skill but because I couldn't get over choices she made and although I felt for her, I couldn't quite make myself like her. What she got definitely was not what she deserved but when you make your bed... well, sometimes that's a done deal.
I give the author credit for keeping me sucked in and not able to put it down and step away. And as much as it wasn't quite my thing, also for keeping me invested on knowing how it would all turn out. Still, those pieces that niggle at my mind leave me in a quandary on what rating to give this. In some ways I enjoyed it, not because of the ick factors but because I had to finish the journey and in some ways I didn't at all.
So I'm going to leave this one with 3 stars.
I wouldn't label this as a romance at all. I would however label it is a completely fucked up tragedy. Note: apparently the author wrote a 2nd book and while there is one person who I'd like to see get their comeuppance and a very slow death, I just don't think I have it in me to read the second just for that hopeful outcome.
Not a waste of time. Good storytelling but not my thing. Mindfuck central? Yes. But after such a trip, the end while almost inevitable left me wondering if I would really go back and read this again had I known.
There's no need to say more. I don't think the plot or the story should really be outlined. This is a 'go in at your own risk' and ride the rollercoaster of the story as it occurs. Anything else mentioned would feel like taking that away from the reader.
I'm really torn how to rate this. Every time I read a book, I let my own judgements, morality, just everything fall away and slip into the reality of the book and the characters. With this one, it was the first time where I found myself slipping out - not because the writer lacked skill but because I couldn't get over choices she made and although I felt for her, I couldn't quite make myself like her. What she got definitely was not what she deserved but when you make your bed... well, sometimes that's a done deal.
I give the author credit for keeping me sucked in and not able to put it down and step away. And as much as it wasn't quite my thing, also for keeping me invested on knowing how it would all turn out. Still, those pieces that niggle at my mind leave me in a quandary on what rating to give this. In some ways I enjoyed it, not because of the ick factors but because I had to finish the journey and in some ways I didn't at all.
So I'm going to leave this one with 3 stars.
I wouldn't label this as a romance at all. I would however label it is a completely fucked up tragedy. Note: apparently the author wrote a 2nd book and while there is one person who I'd like to see get their comeuppance and a very slow death, I just don't think I have it in me to read the second just for that hopeful outcome.
Not a waste of time. Good storytelling but not my thing. Mindfuck central? Yes. But after such a trip, the end while almost inevitable left me wondering if I would really go back and read this again had I known.
October 25, 2016
4.5 Stars
Scarlet Valentine is a woman abused by those she most trusted and once she was able leave her family home, she did so without looking back. Born with undeniable beauty, Scarlet has used her looks to her advantage, as she learned at a young age to disassociate her heart from her body. But despite her plans of revenge against her family, Scarlet can’t seem to let go of an obsession that continues to complicate her life.
What ensues is quite insidious as Scarlet’s plans are set into motion. Not feeling any remorse about her methods, each step is toward her ultimate goal, and Scarlet manipulates certain characters to diabolical precision. Waiting for the exact moment of execution added an incredible amount of tension to the plot and then when it all unfurls, there is resolution but also the unexpected happens.
Siren is a book that is best read without any preconceived notions because there isn’t much that is off the table in terms of subject matter, as the lines of morality are blurred without any apologies. Additionally, when you burrow into Scarlet’s world, it is empowering (and disturbing) how she is able to detach and get exactly what she wants but will it all be worth it for her? After getting it all, will Scarlet feel redemption and worthiness?
Jaimie Roberts is a new author to me and her penchant for dark storytelling was obvious from the first page. Even though one may want to dislike some of these characters or their actions at times, these characters were multi-dimensional and I enjoyed reading the manipulation and depravity. I also wanted to bask in the shit storm of revenge. At times, I was even questioning myself during some very hot moments, but to be able to develop such memorable characters and stay true to the plotline, is a testament to the author's dedication and vision.
Siren is a story about the measures some will take for obsession, pleasure, pain and revenge. The tone is dark and thrilling and I highly recommend!!
* This was a (F)BR with the Twinsie Hawkey! *
*Read during: Shhurrender your TBR week athttps://goo.gl/PUJqIk
Scarlet Valentine is a woman abused by those she most trusted and once she was able leave her family home, she did so without looking back. Born with undeniable beauty, Scarlet has used her looks to her advantage, as she learned at a young age to disassociate her heart from her body. But despite her plans of revenge against her family, Scarlet can’t seem to let go of an obsession that continues to complicate her life.
“I found myself drawn to him like a moth to a flame. Like the sick, perverted person I’ve become, I fed off his energy, needing to be taken and taken dirty.”
What ensues is quite insidious as Scarlet’s plans are set into motion. Not feeling any remorse about her methods, each step is toward her ultimate goal, and Scarlet manipulates certain characters to diabolical precision. Waiting for the exact moment of execution added an incredible amount of tension to the plot and then when it all unfurls, there is resolution but also the unexpected happens.
“I’ve already told you time and time again. When I fuck you, I will be the last man you ever fuck.”
Siren is a book that is best read without any preconceived notions because there isn’t much that is off the table in terms of subject matter, as the lines of morality are blurred without any apologies. Additionally, when you burrow into Scarlet’s world, it is empowering (and disturbing) how she is able to detach and get exactly what she wants but will it all be worth it for her? After getting it all, will Scarlet feel redemption and worthiness?
“You can never fucking escape me. I’m always there in your head, Scarlet.”
Jaimie Roberts is a new author to me and her penchant for dark storytelling was obvious from the first page. Even though one may want to dislike some of these characters or their actions at times, these characters were multi-dimensional and I enjoyed reading the manipulation and depravity. I also wanted to bask in the shit storm of revenge. At times, I was even questioning myself during some very hot moments, but to be able to develop such memorable characters and stay true to the plotline, is a testament to the author's dedication and vision.
Siren is a story about the measures some will take for obsession, pleasure, pain and revenge. The tone is dark and thrilling and I highly recommend!!
* This was a (F)BR with the Twinsie Hawkey! *
*Read during: Shhurrender your TBR week athttps://goo.gl/PUJqIk
June 17, 2025
well, Richard is a litte kinky :)
November 6, 2016
4.5 Stars
Yup! This was one hell of a ride I just went on. My first book by Roberts and what a book! Siren was dark and deeply twisted but I was entertained from start to finish. I knew there was a warning before reading, that it was a dark story with triggers, but I enjoy being challenged and repulsed at the same time. And that I certainly was.
The story was crazy and wicked. I won't go into details too much cause this story has to be experienced. Scarlet was a sexy siren who was scarred and broken beyond repair by the abuse she went through as a child. That's why I enjoy dark reads because there's almost a psychological aspect to the story and I like diving into it while reading. Scarlet definitely became twisted and how she changed after her abuse was interesting and also the reason for this story. Her plan for revenge and how she carried it out was insane and yet again I couldn't stop reading. Her thirst for it was so strong that she wouldn't stop at nothing. How far fetched it would be.
There were three men in her life and they all had a part of her. Though two of the men had a stronger and more powerful hold over her. She claimed to be a cold hearted bitch but behind that tough exterior, hid a young teenage girl wanted to be loved and acknowledged. Yes, Scarlet did some inexplicable things but at no point did I hate her or was disgusted by her. She was just to damaged and broken.
Even though some of the scenes were deeply twisted and horrific, I also have to admit that some were also very hot. Jaimie Roberts created a different and clever story and her writing was flawlessly addictive. She pushed my buttons but that's what I like in a book. To be challenged. She's definitely on my radar now.
4.5 BadAssDirty&TwistedStars
Yup! This was one hell of a ride I just went on. My first book by Roberts and what a book! Siren was dark and deeply twisted but I was entertained from start to finish. I knew there was a warning before reading, that it was a dark story with triggers, but I enjoy being challenged and repulsed at the same time. And that I certainly was.
The story was crazy and wicked. I won't go into details too much cause this story has to be experienced. Scarlet was a sexy siren who was scarred and broken beyond repair by the abuse she went through as a child. That's why I enjoy dark reads because there's almost a psychological aspect to the story and I like diving into it while reading. Scarlet definitely became twisted and how she changed after her abuse was interesting and also the reason for this story. Her plan for revenge and how she carried it out was insane and yet again I couldn't stop reading. Her thirst for it was so strong that she wouldn't stop at nothing. How far fetched it would be.
There were three men in her life and they all had a part of her. Though two of the men had a stronger and more powerful hold over her. She claimed to be a cold hearted bitch but behind that tough exterior, hid a young teenage girl wanted to be loved and acknowledged. Yes, Scarlet did some inexplicable things but at no point did I hate her or was disgusted by her. She was just to damaged and broken.
Even though some of the scenes were deeply twisted and horrific, I also have to admit that some were also very hot. Jaimie Roberts created a different and clever story and her writing was flawlessly addictive. She pushed my buttons but that's what I like in a book. To be challenged. She's definitely on my radar now.
4.5 BadAssDirty&TwistedStars
October 6, 2016
☆☆☆☆☆ 5 "You Want To Touch Me" Stars ☆☆☆☆☆
"I'm being punished for fucking my father."
Scarlet's life has been nothing but abuse and complete control by her father. Never allowed to have any sort of male companionship. Scarlet is the sole possession of her father, she is his and only his.
Never understanding how her father could lover her sister so deeply but hate her so much. Scarlet's pleas go unheard and pushed away. Until the day she finally escapes her father's grip. That day she plots a revenge of all revenge against every person in her family.
No man is safe when Scarlet unleashes her sexual prowess.
"I have never wanted or claim to be a nice person. Sure, I act the part, but I have grown accustomed to acting. In fact, I'm downright fucking good at it."
Oh this book is freaking, dirty and wrong and hot and delicious!!! Holy shit did Jaimie Roberts write a deviously, revengeful book!! So damn good, that I can rank this easily as top 5 of 2016 books!!
"I'm being punished for fucking my father."
Scarlet's life has been nothing but abuse and complete control by her father. Never allowed to have any sort of male companionship. Scarlet is the sole possession of her father, she is his and only his.
Never understanding how her father could lover her sister so deeply but hate her so much. Scarlet's pleas go unheard and pushed away. Until the day she finally escapes her father's grip. That day she plots a revenge of all revenge against every person in her family.
No man is safe when Scarlet unleashes her sexual prowess.
"I have never wanted or claim to be a nice person. Sure, I act the part, but I have grown accustomed to acting. In fact, I'm downright fucking good at it."
Oh this book is freaking, dirty and wrong and hot and delicious!!! Holy shit did Jaimie Roberts write a deviously, revengeful book!! So damn good, that I can rank this easily as top 5 of 2016 books!!
February 24, 2020
What can I say about this book that hasn’t been said before?
While reading I didn’t know which way is up from down. Glued completely to the pages. Scarlet, my dear scarlet. Sigh. Did she not know that delayed gratification is the definition of maturity?
Dark and very fucked up.
So many triggers.
While reading I didn’t know which way is up from down. Glued completely to the pages. Scarlet, my dear scarlet. Sigh. Did she not know that delayed gratification is the definition of maturity?
Dark and very fucked up.
So many triggers.
July 15, 2019
3.25 stars - simply because it's like a train wreck, you have to see what happens next. But did I like it, not really.
October 27, 2017
Full review & more on my book blog here!
Actual Rating: 5 stars
TW: Rape, Death, Abuse
This book is a tough read. It's sick, it's raw, and deliciously twisted. Scarlet isn't always easy to like, heck she doesn't like herself, and sometimes she's downright despicable, but man if this book didn't have me rooting for her! Let's back up. Scarlet was abused as a child. To say Scarlet has daddy issues is the understatement of the century. Her dad rapes her starting at 14 years old. She was the unwanted child in a way, and she pays for it. Her sister and mother don't believe her. They all have their reasons, but that doesn't change it's fucked up. Only she gets to see the evil inside of him. He ruins her.
In her early 20s she ends up, well like the blurb says. She'll take what she wants when she wants it. She gets power and she uses it. After all when she was a teen all power was stripped from her, and it twists her. Ultimately though she just wants revenge on those that hurt her, and she WILL GET IT. If you ask me, and probably anyone with a heart, she deserves her revenge. I wanted them to pay for what they did to her. They get no sympathy from me. But it takes her down a dark path, and there is more twisted shit going on than she knows. Some happiness does come through the book, but mostly it's just twisted sick obsessions and pain. And those obsessions can prove deadly.
I don't want to give too much away so sorry if i'm being vague. The book is fast-paced. It had me wanting to read so much faster than I actually can, I didn't want to stop reading, though at times I had to take a breather. It had me thinking hard at times. My emotions went all over the place, from aroused, to rooting for her with a grin on my face (questioning my sanity here), to crying, to shock and feeling like my insides were being squeezed. This book will make you feel dirty but you won't be able to get clean no matter how hard you try.
The writing flowed nicely and the characters were well written. I either loved them or loved to hate them. Scarlet is so much more layered than at first glance (and she has good in her). She may be twisted, but she was made, not born, that way. She's only twisted because she's human, so very human, and has went through so much hell that no one, especially a child, should ever have to go through. I just want to hug and protect her, let her cry and tell her it will all be okay. It won't be okay though, this book has chewed me up and spit me out.
I related to her feelings in ways through tore at my heart. I haven't went through what she has but I resonated with some of her feelings. The shutting off of emotions, or thinking that one has anyway, and she became my baby. You know those characters, they become your children.
This book has complex and well written characters and plot. It has strong messages and will make you think. It'll also shatter your heart.
This book can be hard to read, require tissues, and may shatter your soul, but if you think you can handle it or decide to give it a shot I do highly recommend it, as long as you are in a good head-space and have the tissues close. This book isn't for everyone. I recently finished this (a few hours ago as of writing this) and pieces of the puzzle are still falling into place...and I really wish they weren't.
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Love does not live in this book. Only dark, twisted, and sick obsessions thrive here.
You. Have. Been. Warned!
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Actual Rating: 5 stars
TW: Rape, Death, Abuse
This book is a tough read. It's sick, it's raw, and deliciously twisted. Scarlet isn't always easy to like, heck she doesn't like herself, and sometimes she's downright despicable, but man if this book didn't have me rooting for her! Let's back up. Scarlet was abused as a child. To say Scarlet has daddy issues is the understatement of the century. Her dad rapes her starting at 14 years old. She was the unwanted child in a way, and she pays for it. Her sister and mother don't believe her. They all have their reasons, but that doesn't change it's fucked up. Only she gets to see the evil inside of him. He ruins her.
In her early 20s she ends up, well like the blurb says. She'll take what she wants when she wants it. She gets power and she uses it. After all when she was a teen all power was stripped from her, and it twists her. Ultimately though she just wants revenge on those that hurt her, and she WILL GET IT. If you ask me, and probably anyone with a heart, she deserves her revenge. I wanted them to pay for what they did to her. They get no sympathy from me. But it takes her down a dark path, and there is more twisted shit going on than she knows. Some happiness does come through the book, but mostly it's just twisted sick obsessions and pain. And those obsessions can prove deadly.
I don't want to give too much away so sorry if i'm being vague. The book is fast-paced. It had me wanting to read so much faster than I actually can, I didn't want to stop reading, though at times I had to take a breather. It had me thinking hard at times. My emotions went all over the place, from aroused, to rooting for her with a grin on my face (questioning my sanity here), to crying, to shock and feeling like my insides were being squeezed. This book will make you feel dirty but you won't be able to get clean no matter how hard you try.
The writing flowed nicely and the characters were well written. I either loved them or loved to hate them. Scarlet is so much more layered than at first glance (and she has good in her). She may be twisted, but she was made, not born, that way. She's only twisted because she's human, so very human, and has went through so much hell that no one, especially a child, should ever have to go through. I just want to hug and protect her, let her cry and tell her it will all be okay. It won't be okay though, this book has chewed me up and spit me out.
I related to her feelings in ways through tore at my heart. I haven't went through what she has but I resonated with some of her feelings. The shutting off of emotions, or thinking that one has anyway, and she became my baby. You know those characters, they become your children.
This book has complex and well written characters and plot. It has strong messages and will make you think. It'll also shatter your heart.
This book can be hard to read, require tissues, and may shatter your soul, but if you think you can handle it or decide to give it a shot I do highly recommend it, as long as you are in a good head-space and have the tissues close. This book isn't for everyone. I recently finished this (a few hours ago as of writing this) and pieces of the puzzle are still falling into place...and I really wish they weren't.
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Love does not live in this book. Only dark, twisted, and sick obsessions thrive here.
You. Have. Been. Warned!
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October 27, 2016
‘…all I want is cruelty, pain, and vindication for all the wrongs that have been put solely on me and no one else. Me. Am I not allowed to need this perverse sense of justice against the world for everything that was thrown on me when I was just a teenaged girl?’
Revenge, retribution and survival dressed up in a cloak of femme fatale. This is one of those books where we hate to admit- we loved it. Where we should’ve cringed or walked away, we felt hot under the collar and fascinated by what we were reading. It's not for everyone and it will test a readers boundaries.
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October 28, 2016
This was a very intence and creepy erotick thriller with so many puzzles, full of child abuse, revenge, kinky sex, that is all so wrong in many ways and even a sweet but doomed romance, theres a huge plot twist in the ending and the whole book is a mystery of what hapened to lead to the prologue and who did it, theres one chrecter who is very horrible and im just glad he died, but the sme time theres charecters who seem all nice and sweet, but are pretenders who prefer to give a blind eye and save the perfect image, rather than protect a person under there care. The ending isnt something i read that often as a ussualy HEA type read girl, but it tottaly made sence here and went well with the trhiller plot
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March 6, 2017
3.5 stars
(*puts-hands-up*)
Imma just gonna put this on my "read" shelf and step the fuck back like no one saw that.
I'm not even gonna try to justify or explain my rating.
SG Ladies: run in the other fucking direction. Fuck, EVERYONE should run in the opposite fucking direction.
Don't read this.
It's some fucked up shit.
Seriously.
My brain will never be the same and I only hope there's a sequel.
(*puts-hands-up*)
Imma just gonna put this on my "read" shelf and step the fuck back like no one saw that.
I'm not even gonna try to justify or explain my rating.
SG Ladies: run in the other fucking direction. Fuck, EVERYONE should run in the opposite fucking direction.
Don't read this.
It's some fucked up shit.
Seriously.
My brain will never be the same and I only hope there's a sequel.
January 20, 2019
Wow I am speechless! This book was seriously one of my favorite dark romance books so far! Definite trigger warnings though.
December 26, 2022
this was probably the most sick twisted book I’ve ever read till now and this was also addicting as hell.
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