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What happens to the broken? … Honestly, I don’t know.
My past is catching up to me from all directions. I’m stuck between the girl I was and the woman I want to be.
Everyone is blaming me for what happened to Micah, but nothing is as it seems.
People are after me, and debts have to be repaid. That’s not the hardest pill to swallow, though. Watching Celeste change feels as if I’m losing my sister all over again.
Elijah is convinced that I’ll destroy them all.
Maybe he’s right.
What I do know with absolute certainty is that this year, someone is going to Fall.
Fall is the second book in Stratham Knights, a new adult/college age dark romance with enemies to lovers/hate to love themes that cannot be read as a standalone. This is a reverse harem, #whychoose series that contains material that may be difficult or troubling for some readers. Please see the author's disclaimer at the front of this book for more details.
My past is catching up to me from all directions. I’m stuck between the girl I was and the woman I want to be.
Everyone is blaming me for what happened to Micah, but nothing is as it seems.
People are after me, and debts have to be repaid. That’s not the hardest pill to swallow, though. Watching Celeste change feels as if I’m losing my sister all over again.
Elijah is convinced that I’ll destroy them all.
Maybe he’s right.
What I do know with absolute certainty is that this year, someone is going to Fall.
Fall is the second book in Stratham Knights, a new adult/college age dark romance with enemies to lovers/hate to love themes that cannot be read as a standalone. This is a reverse harem, #whychoose series that contains material that may be difficult or troubling for some readers. Please see the author's disclaimer at the front of this book for more details.
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N.V. Roez
5 books424 followersNV Roez is a dark contemporary romance writer who thoroughly enjoys all things dark and firmly believes that there is something beautiful in broken hearts and damaged souls. The most monumental stories are born rising from the ashes.
Outside of writing, she’s obsessed with spending time with her family, drinking coffee and reading books. Does not converse before coffee, has an inappropriate sense of humor and has complete conversations with the voices in her head.
Outside of writing, she’s obsessed with spending time with her family, drinking coffee and reading books. Does not converse before coffee, has an inappropriate sense of humor and has complete conversations with the voices in her head.
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February 7, 2022
3.5/4
August 23, 2021
3.0/3.5 ⭐ kind of like a bad soap opera that I can't tear away from 😅
*WIP Review*
I did enjoy it more than the first book but still so much eyerolling and the FMC is all attitude and little action 🙄🙄🙄 and likes to yell at others about being fine on her own.... And I have yet to see her actually handle herself, despite seemingly having training 🙄🙄🤷
The bullying by the Hs has ceased though there is still bullying by other students, particularly the mean girl squad. Two of the Hs are still major a**holes through the book and I'm still waiting to figure out if there's redemption or if in light of secrets revealed it's all "oops, my bad... Forgive me? How about orgasms?" 💁🤷 I'm honestly still really confused about what the guys thought to have the level of hatred they had towards Evelyn 🤷
I did really like how the friendships evolved with Taylor and Celeste and it felt like true have your back friends, not just something superficial or being dragged to the parties that aren't your scene "friends".
Some of the majority secrets come too light but there are still many questions and the danger has escalated...
I'll probably read the next book because I feel like I have to know what happens (even against my better judgment) but I really struggle with liking any of the characters and have yet to see growth or development that would sway me to root for them. But it's oddly addicting so idk 😅
*WIP Review*
I did enjoy it more than the first book but still so much eyerolling and the FMC is all attitude and little action 🙄🙄🙄 and likes to yell at others about being fine on her own.... And I have yet to see her actually handle herself, despite seemingly having training 🙄🙄🤷
The bullying by the Hs has ceased though there is still bullying by other students, particularly the mean girl squad. Two of the Hs are still major a**holes through the book and I'm still waiting to figure out if there's redemption or if in light of secrets revealed it's all "oops, my bad... Forgive me? How about orgasms?" 💁🤷 I'm honestly still really confused about what the guys thought to have the level of hatred they had towards Evelyn 🤷
I did really like how the friendships evolved with Taylor and Celeste and it felt like true have your back friends, not just something superficial or being dragged to the parties that aren't your scene "friends".
Some of the majority secrets come too light but there are still many questions and the danger has escalated...
I'll probably read the next book because I feel like I have to know what happens (even against my better judgment) but I really struggle with liking any of the characters and have yet to see growth or development that would sway me to root for them. But it's oddly addicting so idk 😅
July 30, 2021
WARNING: DO not start this before bed! ;) or at least give yourself a couple of hours to read ss once you start you can't stop
NV Roez second book in the Stratham Knights series is even more thrilling than the first. I couldn’t put it down eager to know what happened next in Evies story. Full of plot twists that leave you reeling and wanting more.
You will be drawn in from the start, which picks up just after where Return finished. Evie faces more challenges as she starts to piece together just who hurt her all those years ago.
I loved this story and it was definitely worth staying up to 2am to finish. I don't even regret it this morning.
I highly recommend you check out this story by the talented NV Roez.
NV Roez second book in the Stratham Knights series is even more thrilling than the first. I couldn’t put it down eager to know what happened next in Evies story. Full of plot twists that leave you reeling and wanting more.
You will be drawn in from the start, which picks up just after where Return finished. Evie faces more challenges as she starts to piece together just who hurt her all those years ago.
I loved this story and it was definitely worth staying up to 2am to finish. I don't even regret it this morning.
I highly recommend you check out this story by the talented NV Roez.
January 23, 2022
Not loving it.
I loved the 1st book it's about time they make a mends but I'm just blown on the story is going. I'm not going to spoil it but I'm not sure that Evelyn is all there. With the things she finds out and the secrets being revealed. I'm on the WTF??. Boat. I'm not ok with the secret that comes about her sister and who it involves because if it has anything to do with one of her guys it's just sick... Then in the 1st book note that Eve says her sister is a lesbian so keep that in mind. Everything else is just not what I thought it would of developed. I feel everything is being forced to make up and then oh it's ok and I forgive you after a big development comes across the group. Not realistic. Please tell me that the relationship with the guys and her sister was just friends because it's just weird if there was a sexual situation with the boys and Now Eve is just a replacement. So yeah this book just went down hill for me and I'm not interested to find out more secrets that just keep bringing the book to a "seriously" kind of book. Like oh just throw in more weird stuff maybe throw in a secret sister or another betrayal to make the book good.... I'm being sarcastic because that how it reads to me. Secrets that get revealed and it's just got boring. So I feel bad I thought it was going to get better. Guess not.
I loved the 1st book it's about time they make a mends but I'm just blown on the story is going. I'm not going to spoil it but I'm not sure that Evelyn is all there. With the things she finds out and the secrets being revealed. I'm on the WTF??. Boat. I'm not ok with the secret that comes about her sister and who it involves because if it has anything to do with one of her guys it's just sick... Then in the 1st book note that Eve says her sister is a lesbian so keep that in mind. Everything else is just not what I thought it would of developed. I feel everything is being forced to make up and then oh it's ok and I forgive you after a big development comes across the group. Not realistic. Please tell me that the relationship with the guys and her sister was just friends because it's just weird if there was a sexual situation with the boys and Now Eve is just a replacement. So yeah this book just went down hill for me and I'm not interested to find out more secrets that just keep bringing the book to a "seriously" kind of book. Like oh just throw in more weird stuff maybe throw in a secret sister or another betrayal to make the book good.... I'm being sarcastic because that how it reads to me. Secrets that get revealed and it's just got boring. So I feel bad I thought it was going to get better. Guess not.
July 31, 2021
Genre: Dark Contemporary Romance, Reverse Harem
Triggers and content warnings: Sexual violence, dark themes, and cliff-hanger ending.
POV: 1st Person, Present Tense
Heat gauge: 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 (5/5)
Surrounded by enemies plotting her downfall, Evie can’t seem to get a break. At least she has a couple of steadfast friends to help her traverse the dark and twisted halls of Stratham University.
Roez has really upped the drama and intrigue in the second instalment of this series, creating a page-turner I just couldn’t put down. The characters continue to grow and come to life, enriching the story and the setting. My only complaint is that there was too much word repetition.
If you enjoyed the first Stratham book, you’ll love this one. I highly recommend it for all reverse harem readers.
August 15, 2021
The second instalment follows where we left off and boy it been worth the wait. Evie is more trouble then she thought and whilst she determined to succeed. Others will do anything to stop her
Conflicted is the best way to describe this novel. Evie may have learnt some hard truths so far but this book goes deeper into the tangled web and creates even more suspense and drama.
Conflicted is the best way to describe this novel. Evie may have learnt some hard truths so far but this book goes deeper into the tangled web and creates even more suspense and drama.
March 5, 2023
These characters are not right in the head. And not in an endearing way. They need therapy like right now.
Evie is so wishy washy and her self-esteem is in the ground. She loves to yell that she's tough and independent, but there is 0 evidence of that here. These men treat her horribly, in the past and present, and all she thinks about is getting them in bed. Anytime she tries to speak all these male characters do is smirk, or chuckle, or talk over her. They haven’t given any plausible explanation for their behavior or any real apology and Evie just accepts that. These men take her to places against her will and just overall treat her like a brainless little girl. At this point I want Evie to leave the horrible school and go to counseling and never speak to these boys again.
In my opinion, these are the type of love interests who are irredeemable. And while I can stand to read a girl forgiving and falling for a bully, I can't read her falling for her abusers.
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I don’t understand how after your gf tells you she’s been brutally assaulted for months you would tie her up (without her permission) and then open the bedroom door for your friend come in and have sex with her (without her consent) This is sexual assault and you can’t change my mind.
Also there is a super graphic torture and assault scene at the beginning of the book that was so unnecessary. You do not have to write a scene that horrifying to get your point across that the MC had a terrible childhood.
Evie is so wishy washy and her self-esteem is in the ground. She loves to yell that she's tough and independent, but there is 0 evidence of that here. These men treat her horribly, in the past and present, and all she thinks about is getting them in bed. Anytime she tries to speak all these male characters do is smirk, or chuckle, or talk over her. They haven’t given any plausible explanation for their behavior or any real apology and Evie just accepts that. These men take her to places against her will and just overall treat her like a brainless little girl. At this point I want Evie to leave the horrible school and go to counseling and never speak to these boys again.
In my opinion, these are the type of love interests who are irredeemable. And while I can stand to read a girl forgiving and falling for a bully, I can't read her falling for her abusers.
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I don’t understand how after your gf tells you she’s been brutally assaulted for months you would tie her up (without her permission) and then open the bedroom door for your friend come in and have sex with her (without her consent) This is sexual assault and you can’t change my mind.
Also there is a super graphic torture and assault scene at the beginning of the book that was so unnecessary. You do not have to write a scene that horrifying to get your point across that the MC had a terrible childhood.
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January 30, 2022 so ugly everyone is a loser zZzz
July 28, 2021
🖤Plot Twist/Action Pack/Secrets/Betrayal/Hot and Steamy/PageTurner
🖤SAVAGE THIS BOOK WAS SAVAGE🖤
🖤The prologue of this book had me holding my breath. It was so hard and so emotional wow. It had me turning the pages and I didn't wanted to stop.
🖤This book pick up right at the end of the first book and I like that. Evie and Celeste spend some cuality time together and I like the way they bonded. The way Evie open up to her was amazing.The need each other and they help pick up each other. Their friendship bloosom and it was amazing to see how everything play out with them.
🖤I want friends like Celeste and Taylor. They were amazing to Evie I love them so much.
🖤Evie is a character that will make you feel that she is real and you feel her pain and her happiness. You feel everything with her. Her panic attack were so well described that you are feeling them with her. It was amazing. I did cry with her as well. It was amazing to see that she is stong but in the inside she still that little girl that needed the guys. Amazing 🖤
🖤There is a lot and a lot of secrets in this one. Some of them got me making theories in my head. There is a lot of things I'm still processing. It was a lot and I was on every chapter more and more shocked.
🖤I loved how the relationship with the guys wasn't rush. She took her time letting each one of them in slowly.And that they want to redeem their self. That was perfect and it went amazing with the story and their relationship development.
🖤The sex scene omg they were on fire hot AF. The angst and the need she had for the guys. The way they are vulnerable with her in a way that you want to let them in. It was amazing.
🖤You get in to the book and is like going in to another world and you don't want to stoo because you will need to know whats going to happen next. I was like one more chapter and I'm going to sleep nope I didn't stop.
🖤The Spanish in the book I f*cking loved it. It was that touch of something different and to me when she spoke in Spanish it was so deep and meaningful is this special conection between her and the guys. Loved it.
🖤There were a lot of thing that I didn't expect. When you thing something is going one way NOPE the story take a big curve and goes another way and wow it got me shocket.
🖤We get some answers but we get more things revealed and a lot of more questions. It got me needing desperately next book. I want it and need it now. I NEED MORE.
It was worth the wait. 🔥
🖤SAVAGE THIS BOOK WAS SAVAGE🖤
🖤The prologue of this book had me holding my breath. It was so hard and so emotional wow. It had me turning the pages and I didn't wanted to stop.
🖤This book pick up right at the end of the first book and I like that. Evie and Celeste spend some cuality time together and I like the way they bonded. The way Evie open up to her was amazing.The need each other and they help pick up each other. Their friendship bloosom and it was amazing to see how everything play out with them.
🖤I want friends like Celeste and Taylor. They were amazing to Evie I love them so much.
🖤Evie is a character that will make you feel that she is real and you feel her pain and her happiness. You feel everything with her. Her panic attack were so well described that you are feeling them with her. It was amazing. I did cry with her as well. It was amazing to see that she is stong but in the inside she still that little girl that needed the guys. Amazing 🖤
🖤There is a lot and a lot of secrets in this one. Some of them got me making theories in my head. There is a lot of things I'm still processing. It was a lot and I was on every chapter more and more shocked.
🖤I loved how the relationship with the guys wasn't rush. She took her time letting each one of them in slowly.And that they want to redeem their self. That was perfect and it went amazing with the story and their relationship development.
🖤The sex scene omg they were on fire hot AF. The angst and the need she had for the guys. The way they are vulnerable with her in a way that you want to let them in. It was amazing.
🖤You get in to the book and is like going in to another world and you don't want to stoo because you will need to know whats going to happen next. I was like one more chapter and I'm going to sleep nope I didn't stop.
🖤The Spanish in the book I f*cking loved it. It was that touch of something different and to me when she spoke in Spanish it was so deep and meaningful is this special conection between her and the guys. Loved it.
🖤There were a lot of thing that I didn't expect. When you thing something is going one way NOPE the story take a big curve and goes another way and wow it got me shocket.
🖤We get some answers but we get more things revealed and a lot of more questions. It got me needing desperately next book. I want it and need it now. I NEED MORE.
It was worth the wait. 🔥
August 1, 2021
I just binged the first book and this one, and now I’m mad at myself for not waiting until the third and final (?) book is out, because now I have to wait to find out what happens.
This series isn’t reinventing the wheel, but it’s not trying to. There’s nothing really new here, it’s all the basic tropes of an NA college bully book: the fmc Evie is tough with a tragic past (dead family, horrible abuse and assault, etc), the guys are dicks, there are mean girls, a shady secret society, evil parents, and a college where bad stuff happens (attacks, people getting shot) that’s treated with a weird level of nonchalance from the faculty and other students.
So yeah, it’s not unique, but if you’re looking to scratch that itch of this genre and these tropes, they’re handled exceptionally well, here. Too often in this genre, the guys don’t even apologize or admit they’re wrong -- there’s just a change in their attitude towards the heroine without actually saying the words. I was pleasantly surprised to see that all 3 of the guys actually do apologize in this book, and Evie doesn't just immediately let them off the hook. She has real backbone, unlike a lot of fmcs in this genre. But I do still need more redemption and groveling from them in the next book. Especially from Elijah.
I was waffling between giving this 3 and 4 stars, because the pacing is a bit slow before Micah returns and there are some aspects of the plot that are still too vague (like Evie’s history with the Bianchi family, or why the guys betrayed Evie in the past). And there are some reveals that Evie reacts to in a frustrating way (like the bomb that Elijah drops about her sister towards the end. I get that it was emotional for Evie to hear so she's not thinking about asking follow up questions, but she still should have pressed him for more info! Wasn't her sister into girls? Are we supposed to think it was Elijah who did it, or that her sister was also abused the way Evie was and that caused her condition? I’m confused).
But I decided on 4 stars because there’s still another book (or more?) coming, so we’ll likely get answers to these things in due time. All in all, if you’re looking for college bully tropes, this series scratches that itch, and does it better than most.
This series isn’t reinventing the wheel, but it’s not trying to. There’s nothing really new here, it’s all the basic tropes of an NA college bully book: the fmc Evie is tough with a tragic past (dead family, horrible abuse and assault, etc), the guys are dicks, there are mean girls, a shady secret society, evil parents, and a college where bad stuff happens (attacks, people getting shot) that’s treated with a weird level of nonchalance from the faculty and other students.
So yeah, it’s not unique, but if you’re looking to scratch that itch of this genre and these tropes, they’re handled exceptionally well, here. Too often in this genre, the guys don’t even apologize or admit they’re wrong -- there’s just a change in their attitude towards the heroine without actually saying the words. I was pleasantly surprised to see that all 3 of the guys actually do apologize in this book, and Evie doesn't just immediately let them off the hook. She has real backbone, unlike a lot of fmcs in this genre. But I do still need more redemption and groveling from them in the next book. Especially from Elijah.
I was waffling between giving this 3 and 4 stars, because the pacing is a bit slow before Micah returns and there are some aspects of the plot that are still too vague (like Evie’s history with the Bianchi family, or why the guys betrayed Evie in the past). And there are some reveals that Evie reacts to in a frustrating way (like the bomb that Elijah drops about her sister towards the end. I get that it was emotional for Evie to hear so she's not thinking about asking follow up questions, but she still should have pressed him for more info! Wasn't her sister into girls? Are we supposed to think it was Elijah who did it, or that her sister was also abused the way Evie was and that caused her condition? I’m confused).
But I decided on 4 stars because there’s still another book (or more?) coming, so we’ll likely get answers to these things in due time. All in all, if you’re looking for college bully tropes, this series scratches that itch, and does it better than most.
March 1, 2022
Another full book!
Micah goes into hospital to recover from the bullet that Ryan shot him with but spreads a rumour that it was really Evie.
After keeping a low profile from the Knights, and Taylor keeping her and Celeste safe, Micah clears the air and refuses to give up on winning Evie over.
Celeste and Evie have a heart to heart where she confesses it was Ryan who raped her and Evie tells her about her childhood nightmare with the 3 men - and who they are. Cele encourages her to tell the boys but Evie can't. Yet.
It's around now that Caleb can no longer resist Evie either, so he too won't leave her side now he knows she's in danger and wants to make it up to her. Elijah, however is still as icy as ever.
Needing some space during winter break, Evie goes to the library and goes to the computers. Minutes after sitting the terrible memory smell of stale cigarettes and alcohol hits her....and then The Beast tries to abduct her. Managing to slip an escape she runs back to the room.
They go to the lodge for the rest of winter break. They lock Elijah and Evie in a room to work thru their differences...which kinda works but afterwards she tells the boys. Everything. Elijah takes it the hardest and tries to leave. But under pressure confesses that he knew ivy was pregnant and handed her to the devil.
Dr Lewis asks to meet but when she gets there she's been beaten. Genna tells police it was evie which results in her being kept in a holding cell but bailed out...by a surprising figure.
She faces her stalker but also comes across another shock and just when she thought she was alone again the one person she didn't expect - is the one to have her back.
And just when you think - seriously? Can anything else go wrong right now?
Oh yes it really can!!
Another missing person! But did they leave on their own or were they taken?
Micah goes into hospital to recover from the bullet that Ryan shot him with but spreads a rumour that it was really Evie.
After keeping a low profile from the Knights, and Taylor keeping her and Celeste safe, Micah clears the air and refuses to give up on winning Evie over.
Celeste and Evie have a heart to heart where she confesses it was Ryan who raped her and Evie tells her about her childhood nightmare with the 3 men - and who they are. Cele encourages her to tell the boys but Evie can't. Yet.
It's around now that Caleb can no longer resist Evie either, so he too won't leave her side now he knows she's in danger and wants to make it up to her. Elijah, however is still as icy as ever.
Needing some space during winter break, Evie goes to the library and goes to the computers. Minutes after sitting the terrible memory smell of stale cigarettes and alcohol hits her....and then The Beast tries to abduct her. Managing to slip an escape she runs back to the room.
They go to the lodge for the rest of winter break. They lock Elijah and Evie in a room to work thru their differences...which kinda works but afterwards she tells the boys. Everything. Elijah takes it the hardest and tries to leave. But under pressure confesses that he knew ivy was pregnant and handed her to the devil.
Dr Lewis asks to meet but when she gets there she's been beaten. Genna tells police it was evie which results in her being kept in a holding cell but bailed out...by a surprising figure.
She faces her stalker but also comes across another shock and just when she thought she was alone again the one person she didn't expect - is the one to have her back.
And just when you think - seriously? Can anything else go wrong right now?
Oh yes it really can!!
Another missing person! But did they leave on their own or were they taken?
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
August 3, 2021
"Fall" is an amazing sequel in this dark romance, reverse harem Stratham Knights series by N.V. Roez.
This slow-burn dark romance starts right where book 2 left off. Evie is dealing with the after shock of Micah being shot and wondering if the boys from her past knew what was being done to her before Ivy died. Also, everyone at school believes she shot Micah so she's even more of a piriah now. Many plot twists make this story even juicier than book one (Return).
I acquired this book as an ARC because I'm part of Roez's street and ARC teams!
Rating on a scale of 1 to 10 (10 being exceptional), this is how I rank the following aspects of "Fall: Stratham Knights 2":
- Quality of writing: 9/10
- Pace: 7/10
- Plot development: 9/10
- Characters: 10/10
- Enjoyability: 10/10
- Ease of Reading: 9/10
In addition, I still loved this book and enjoyed reading it despite my above ratings. The men of Stratham are dreamy and alphaholes are included (you know I love me a good alphahole). Evelyn (Evie) is still a badass woman and despite all she's been through she refuses to play the victim. Micah is on my short-list for book boyfriends! I love Caleb and Elijah, but Micah has won my heart. This story seems to have a little bit of everything for all readers; there's mystery, suspense, action and romance. I think the pace was a bit off because it was difficult to keep up with the days/date throughout the book. However, the plot twists redeem the story and still keeps you on your toes.
I recommend this book to those who enjoy reading dark romance, reverse harem romance, new adult life, action/adventure, mystery, slow-burn romance and enemies-to-lovers tropes. Overall, I rate this book 4 out of 5 stars. ☆☆☆☆
This slow-burn dark romance starts right where book 2 left off. Evie is dealing with the after shock of Micah being shot and wondering if the boys from her past knew what was being done to her before Ivy died. Also, everyone at school believes she shot Micah so she's even more of a piriah now. Many plot twists make this story even juicier than book one (Return).
I acquired this book as an ARC because I'm part of Roez's street and ARC teams!
Rating on a scale of 1 to 10 (10 being exceptional), this is how I rank the following aspects of "Fall: Stratham Knights 2":
- Quality of writing: 9/10
- Pace: 7/10
- Plot development: 9/10
- Characters: 10/10
- Enjoyability: 10/10
- Ease of Reading: 9/10
In addition, I still loved this book and enjoyed reading it despite my above ratings. The men of Stratham are dreamy and alphaholes are included (you know I love me a good alphahole). Evelyn (Evie) is still a badass woman and despite all she's been through she refuses to play the victim. Micah is on my short-list for book boyfriends! I love Caleb and Elijah, but Micah has won my heart. This story seems to have a little bit of everything for all readers; there's mystery, suspense, action and romance. I think the pace was a bit off because it was difficult to keep up with the days/date throughout the book. However, the plot twists redeem the story and still keeps you on your toes.
I recommend this book to those who enjoy reading dark romance, reverse harem romance, new adult life, action/adventure, mystery, slow-burn romance and enemies-to-lovers tropes. Overall, I rate this book 4 out of 5 stars. ☆☆☆☆
December 27, 2022
Enemies to lovers, secret, corrupt society, dark past, this new adult, suspense thriller was captivating. We learn more about Evie’s past as her relationships with her former guy friends mend. Their attraction cannot be denied. Side characters played such a strong role in the storyline. Power, subjugation, characters didn’t know who they could trust, though as the reader, you will always have your suspicions. I particularly loved the friendship Eve shared with new best friend, Celeste, and former one-night hook up, Taylor.
Evie remained fierce even as she relived a lot of her trauma, whether through flashbacks or from being triggered. She displayed a vulnerability at times, and triumphed over hardships, that were moving as she fought for hard-earned happiness.
Rich, complex plot (sub arc) with gritty undertones, this was a medium-pace story. It suffered being only one point of view, and unlike in book one, the lack of additional perspectives weakened the story. It read very one-sided rather than depicting other perspectives by means of one character.
Light on the spice (2 out of 5 🌶️), this book is largely plot-driven. The sex scenes that played out, though, were hot, especially with the hate sex. The latter was one of the better ones I’ve read. You know it’s passionate when objects are flying across the room.
Overall, entertaining with dark themes, mainly from a harrowing past and some violence. On to book three.
Evie remained fierce even as she relived a lot of her trauma, whether through flashbacks or from being triggered. She displayed a vulnerability at times, and triumphed over hardships, that were moving as she fought for hard-earned happiness.
Rich, complex plot (sub arc) with gritty undertones, this was a medium-pace story. It suffered being only one point of view, and unlike in book one, the lack of additional perspectives weakened the story. It read very one-sided rather than depicting other perspectives by means of one character.
Light on the spice (2 out of 5 🌶️), this book is largely plot-driven. The sex scenes that played out, though, were hot, especially with the hate sex. The latter was one of the better ones I’ve read. You know it’s passionate when objects are flying across the room.
Overall, entertaining with dark themes, mainly from a harrowing past and some violence. On to book three.
August 4, 2021
I thoroughly enjoyed this novel! It has all the elements you hope for in a college-age RH hate-to-lovers romance. On top of that, the story is extremely engaging with loads of suspense and secrets unfolding that had me glued to the pages!
While in the first book of this series, Return, you have a lot of word building and scene-setting. Fall sees Evelyn taking a mature approach, opening up and developing trust in her friends. Although the love-hate relationship with the boys continues to be off the chart sexy, the stand-out relationship with her ride-or-die bestie Celeste is my favorite. They continue to be each other’s support network determined to live life and not be controlled by fear.
The plot of this book is action-packed, full of intrigue and questionable characters. As Evelyn and the boys continue to open up and divulge secrets, some of the pieces of the past start to join together revealing layers of deception and danger which make this a thrilling read.
This is the second novel in the Stratham Knights #whychoose series which is not a standalone and must be read in order. I highly recommend you check this series out! I am anxiously awaiting the next installment in this riveting novel.
While in the first book of this series, Return, you have a lot of word building and scene-setting. Fall sees Evelyn taking a mature approach, opening up and developing trust in her friends. Although the love-hate relationship with the boys continues to be off the chart sexy, the stand-out relationship with her ride-or-die bestie Celeste is my favorite. They continue to be each other’s support network determined to live life and not be controlled by fear.
The plot of this book is action-packed, full of intrigue and questionable characters. As Evelyn and the boys continue to open up and divulge secrets, some of the pieces of the past start to join together revealing layers of deception and danger which make this a thrilling read.
This is the second novel in the Stratham Knights #whychoose series which is not a standalone and must be read in order. I highly recommend you check this series out! I am anxiously awaiting the next installment in this riveting novel.
March 4, 2022
Once again NV Roez takes us on a journey that you’ll never want to end! If you loved the first book in the Stratham Knights series, then you’re going to really love this one! From one mind blowing revelation to another, a million twists and turns at every corner, heartache galore and ever more mystery around every chapter this book definitely keeps you guessing! One minute you’ll find yourself struggling to read slow because you don’t want it to end, to finding yourself rushing through the next chapter because you just HAVE to know what’s going to happen.
Fall tales up shortly after where the first book left us and finds our amazingly resilient heroine still kicking ass and putting up with more drama then one girl should ever have to deal with—but at least now she’s got some friends on her side this time to help her battle it out. And of course her hot and sexy alpha Knights too if they ever find a way to get past her walls that is.
Overall this book is a definite read and I can’t wait for the next one in the series! Especially as I’m still I’m still trying to grasp all the loose ends and determine what NV has planned next for our crew. And let me just say, Celeste’s story can’t come soon enough!
Fall tales up shortly after where the first book left us and finds our amazingly resilient heroine still kicking ass and putting up with more drama then one girl should ever have to deal with—but at least now she’s got some friends on her side this time to help her battle it out. And of course her hot and sexy alpha Knights too if they ever find a way to get past her walls that is.
Overall this book is a definite read and I can’t wait for the next one in the series! Especially as I’m still I’m still trying to grasp all the loose ends and determine what NV has planned next for our crew. And let me just say, Celeste’s story can’t come soon enough!
March 14, 2022
Gahhhh! This series frustrate me to no end but luckily it is a good kind of frustration, an awarding kind even. Fall is just what I needed after reading the Return and finally somethings came out. Eve and the guys mostly reveal their truths but it was basically torturous. At few points, I wanted to pull my hair out and shake them till they actually fess up all the things they hide from each other. Obviously, not every little detail is out but at least we can all breathe as they express their feelings through intimacy, and those moments are worth the wait 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥. My only complaint is that I wish the Stratham Knights were written in multiple POVs so I could get more of an understanding of how Elijah, Caleb and Micah feels at certain points instead of just hearing Eve’s voice in my head. Oh, well. Not everything can be perfect. If you haven’t started the series, just jump in with Return and then continue with Fall. You will definitely not regret it.
February 26, 2022
Secrets Revealed
Eve comes to terms with her men and the past will be revealed.
Eve has is struggling to keep her head above water with the Knights and learning who can and can't be trusted. We're starting to get more of the story to Eve's past and learn what really happened to her sister. The author gave us a really interesting story that keeps you invested the entire time.
The story is a little chaotic, bringing up certain plot points that weren't cohesive with their placement in the story. I enjoyed seeing the men change their ways (and it was about time!), but Micah was trying too hard in private and Elijah has been a grade A a*hole the entire time until the end where he *repents* to Eve. While I loved his way of repenting, the story didn't seem to build him up to that point so it felt abrupt.
Eve comes to terms with her men and the past will be revealed.
Eve has is struggling to keep her head above water with the Knights and learning who can and can't be trusted. We're starting to get more of the story to Eve's past and learn what really happened to her sister. The author gave us a really interesting story that keeps you invested the entire time.
The story is a little chaotic, bringing up certain plot points that weren't cohesive with their placement in the story. I enjoyed seeing the men change their ways (and it was about time!), but Micah was trying too hard in private and Elijah has been a grade A a*hole the entire time until the end where he *repents* to Eve. While I loved his way of repenting, the story didn't seem to build him up to that point so it felt abrupt.
March 17, 2022
I swear I think this arthur enjoys toying with us after that ending she just drops that bomb and sits back and laughs ugh so not fair. This is Bk2 in the Stratham Knights series and man do things heat the fuck up in here...literally phew. I tell you Elijah can repent all he wants🥵 that was like woah🔥.
In this book Evie is getting more questions than answers to the secrets and lies than she's asking for as she and Micah and Caleb get closer and Elijah that bomb he dropped😳 he's the only one holding out, because he doesn't want to believe the one secret Evie divulges.
This book had me on the edge of my seat from start to finish. I swear my think my blood pressure as I was trying to piece the mystery of just what's going on with the elite of society and I have a feeling in the final book all questions will be answered and I am all in.
In this book Evie is getting more questions than answers to the secrets and lies than she's asking for as she and Micah and Caleb get closer and Elijah that bomb he dropped😳 he's the only one holding out, because he doesn't want to believe the one secret Evie divulges.
This book had me on the edge of my seat from start to finish. I swear my think my blood pressure as I was trying to piece the mystery of just what's going on with the elite of society and I have a feeling in the final book all questions will be answered and I am all in.
March 13, 2022
In awe of this book! I'm struggling for words. Sooo...and I mean soooo much drama is happening and the relationship between Evie and the boys is 🥵 Makes my heart happy!
Evie's secret is exposed...not in the way she wanted it to...but it brought her and Celeste closer together. Ivy would have wanted it that way.
And what about Elijah dropping that HUGE bomb nobody saw coming? 🤯
The revolving drama between Evie & the boys will keep you intrigued and let's not forget about how Gennaa is trying so damn hard to ruin her life at all costs.
Evie's past continues to seep into her new life...those close to her are becoming targets...nobody is safe.
NV Roez is killing it with this series! Sitting on pins and needles until Rise comes out.
Evie's secret is exposed...not in the way she wanted it to...but it brought her and Celeste closer together. Ivy would have wanted it that way.
And what about Elijah dropping that HUGE bomb nobody saw coming? 🤯
The revolving drama between Evie & the boys will keep you intrigued and let's not forget about how Gennaa is trying so damn hard to ruin her life at all costs.
Evie's past continues to seep into her new life...those close to her are becoming targets...nobody is safe.
NV Roez is killing it with this series! Sitting on pins and needles until Rise comes out.
March 13, 2022
4.5 rating rounded up to 5
God…… Evie is just a tough babe!! I don’t know what else to call her. She is strong and fierce and passionate and loyal. But she needs to learn to trust her friends.
I cried throughout this entire book. The emotions that the author made me feel were overwhelming. Evie is healing from years of emotional and physical trauma yet she isn’t backing down and stands eye to eye with every opponent.
Every time she was close to answering her friends questions I thought “yes she’s going to trust somebody” ……. And then her hesitance reared its ugly head.
There were moments I laughed and cried, and gasped from shocking secrets.
I loved book 1 but book 2 was even better!! NV your cliffhangers are killer!!
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.5/ 5
🌶🌶🌶🌶/ 5
God…… Evie is just a tough babe!! I don’t know what else to call her. She is strong and fierce and passionate and loyal. But she needs to learn to trust her friends.
I cried throughout this entire book. The emotions that the author made me feel were overwhelming. Evie is healing from years of emotional and physical trauma yet she isn’t backing down and stands eye to eye with every opponent.
Every time she was close to answering her friends questions I thought “yes she’s going to trust somebody” ……. And then her hesitance reared its ugly head.
There were moments I laughed and cried, and gasped from shocking secrets.
I loved book 1 but book 2 was even better!! NV your cliffhangers are killer!!
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.5/ 5
🌶🌶🌶🌶/ 5
March 18, 2022
I can't get enough of this series!!
Fall is book 2 in the Stratham Knights series.
Our poor Evie cant catch a break!! Everytime she turns around, there is someone trying to take her down!
There are so many twists, drama, secrets, and betrayals and some amazing spicy moments!
I love the friendship between Evie and Celeste. I am so happy Evie has someone she can open up to and rely on.
The relationships with the guys grow in this book, and i love how they take their time and each relationship is different. The guys will gladly grovel for what they have done, and i am here for it!
I cant say enough great things about this series!! I cant get enough of this series. If you love dark reverse harem, you will love this series!!!
Fall is book 2 in the Stratham Knights series.
Our poor Evie cant catch a break!! Everytime she turns around, there is someone trying to take her down!
There are so many twists, drama, secrets, and betrayals and some amazing spicy moments!
I love the friendship between Evie and Celeste. I am so happy Evie has someone she can open up to and rely on.
The relationships with the guys grow in this book, and i love how they take their time and each relationship is different. The guys will gladly grovel for what they have done, and i am here for it!
I cant say enough great things about this series!! I cant get enough of this series. If you love dark reverse harem, you will love this series!!!
April 29, 2022
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.5
W.T.F. That ending! Gah! So glad I have book 3 to go straight into. I actually feel for everyone who read this when it first dropped, I bet that wait was a killer right?
We’re properly getting into this now and I am so ready. We learn so much more in this book, but at the same time have no real idea as to what is going on. Are there 2 “stalkers” at play here? The notes and gifts, plus what happens in this one makes me think so. But I guess I’ll find out soon, huh?
I freaking love the chemistry that Evie and Elijah have! I love the chemistry between them all, but those 2 are just off the charts. Le sigh.
I’m also looking forward to the exploring the Celeste love life situation and seeing where that ends up. Has there been talks of a spin off? I’m here for it if so 🙋🏻♀️
W.T.F. That ending! Gah! So glad I have book 3 to go straight into. I actually feel for everyone who read this when it first dropped, I bet that wait was a killer right?
We’re properly getting into this now and I am so ready. We learn so much more in this book, but at the same time have no real idea as to what is going on. Are there 2 “stalkers” at play here? The notes and gifts, plus what happens in this one makes me think so. But I guess I’ll find out soon, huh?
I freaking love the chemistry that Evie and Elijah have! I love the chemistry between them all, but those 2 are just off the charts. Le sigh.
I’m also looking forward to the exploring the Celeste love life situation and seeing where that ends up. Has there been talks of a spin off? I’m here for it if so 🙋🏻♀️
January 10, 2022
Read Book #1 and #2 in one sitting…
This series is a shining star in the Bu11y Subgenre. Honestly, it is so good that I read both books in one day — in one sitting. Best six hours I’ve had in awhile. Cannot recommend this Bu11y series enough. A beautifully written, compelling story. So excited to read Book #3. I love this heroine so much, as well as the interaction with all the characters. There is no wasted characters in this tale. I sincerely look forward to this story’s conclusion. (I understand that this will be a trilogy.) For those reading this or the first book for possible purchase, please note that this is a dark romance and to be sure to read those warnings before buying this amazing series.
This series is a shining star in the Bu11y Subgenre. Honestly, it is so good that I read both books in one day — in one sitting. Best six hours I’ve had in awhile. Cannot recommend this Bu11y series enough. A beautifully written, compelling story. So excited to read Book #3. I love this heroine so much, as well as the interaction with all the characters. There is no wasted characters in this tale. I sincerely look forward to this story’s conclusion. (I understand that this will be a trilogy.) For those reading this or the first book for possible purchase, please note that this is a dark romance and to be sure to read those warnings before buying this amazing series.
August 2, 2021
This series just keeps getting better! Evie’s story is heart splintering but she is a fighter and it’s so awesome to see her getting back up every time she gets knocked down. Now that the boys have gotten their crap together and pulled their heads out of the sand, I can NOT wait to see them finally have her back. Watch out Knights. You don’t know what’s coming your way and I, for one am excited to see a long overdue retribution be paid.
September 2, 2021
Unputdownable
I didn’t write a review for the first book in this series as I was too desperate to read the second. This is a RH but this series is all storyline and a really good storyline at that. It hooked me from the first page of the first book and I struggled to put it down. Every answer generates more questions as you get drawn into Evie’s life. A great read and I can’t wait to see where this goes in the next book.
I didn’t write a review for the first book in this series as I was too desperate to read the second. This is a RH but this series is all storyline and a really good storyline at that. It hooked me from the first page of the first book and I struggled to put it down. Every answer generates more questions as you get drawn into Evie’s life. A great read and I can’t wait to see where this goes in the next book.
September 12, 2021
...Slammed into this book on the cusp of the first and Woah! Didn't see that coming! And now I NEED the next book Rise! Come on! You can't leave a this reader in the lurch! We need the ending and where is Celeste?!
Looking forward to the next! Easy, fun and intense read! Loved Elijah and Evie's lodge Room scene. Felt like I was in the room with them! laughed so hard at her antics. Bring on the next Gotta see where this goes!
Looking forward to the next! Easy, fun and intense read! Loved Elijah and Evie's lodge Room scene. Felt like I was in the room with them! laughed so hard at her antics. Bring on the next Gotta see where this goes!
January 30, 2022
wow!
The 2nd part of Evie’s story was captivating! I’ve been hooked on this series since the first few pages Of book one. The story telling is amazing, there is action, drama and angst. Evie is an amazing FMC who has been through quite a bit and her bad run of luck continues a with this book as well. Her harem starts take shape in this book. Eli still has a lot of grovelling to do. Thankfully book 3 is out!!
The 2nd part of Evie’s story was captivating! I’ve been hooked on this series since the first few pages Of book one. The story telling is amazing, there is action, drama and angst. Evie is an amazing FMC who has been through quite a bit and her bad run of luck continues a with this book as well. Her harem starts take shape in this book. Eli still has a lot of grovelling to do. Thankfully book 3 is out!!
September 22, 2024
Wowza. I FLEW thru that book. Soooo much happened. I feel like the relationships between the guys and their OG girlfriends didn’t blow up the way I expected? Like it was a little too easy for them. All of the plot in this book couldn’t happen if the characters didn’t go to a party every other day. Like I know partying in college is fun (if you’re into that?) but good grief that’s too much. All in all, entertaining book and exactly what I needed
January 17, 2025
Dark Academia Why Choose
I absolutely loved the continuation of Evie’s story and her journey with the Stratham Knights! I always enjoy a why choose romance, so I’m glad she finally found her way back to Caleb, Micah and Elijah! I can’t wait to see how the rest of their story unfolds. Here were some really great revelations and questions answered in the installment but there are still so many that I have! I’m hoping the next book can fill in those blanks!
I absolutely loved the continuation of Evie’s story and her journey with the Stratham Knights! I always enjoy a why choose romance, so I’m glad she finally found her way back to Caleb, Micah and Elijah! I can’t wait to see how the rest of their story unfolds. Here were some really great revelations and questions answered in the installment but there are still so many that I have! I’m hoping the next book can fill in those blanks!
August 3, 2021
I was so excited to read this after book 1 left us with a big cliffie. The beginning was a little slow for my taste and what I was expecting but once it picks up the speed there is no way to disenbark or put the book down so make sure you are buckle up.
We learn more on Evies past and some tongues start to loosen, but answering some issues like who are the guys from Evie past only led to more question.
The book was 🌶️🌶️🌶️the only thing I have to say is I would have love more groveling from the guys.
Another thing I greatly appreciate was that Genna was less harmless than typical girl who plays the same role.
PS : I might have Squealed when I saw the Celeste and TBA at the end ( I want to have her Pov and she deserves a harem)
We learn more on Evies past and some tongues start to loosen, but answering some issues like who are the guys from Evie past only led to more question.
The book was 🌶️🌶️🌶️the only thing I have to say is I would have love more groveling from the guys.
Another thing I greatly appreciate was that Genna was less harmless than typical girl who plays the same role.
PS : I might have Squealed when I saw the Celeste and TBA at the end ( I want to have her Pov and she deserves a harem)
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