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Reckless (The Powerless Trilogy, #2)

Lauren Roberts

Start date: August 1, 2024

Finish date: September 30, 2024

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Jul 02, 2024 suus⋆୨୧˚ rated it it was amazing

“For the reckless souls who dare to love and be loved”

This book exceeded all my expectations and more. The focus was primarily on the main characters. I devoured this book; it's definitely my new favorite.

The emotions were overwhelming, so intense. This book is never boring—not for a single moment. Every chapter has something happening. I couldn't put it down. The plot was incredible, with many revelations from their past.

They kept saying 'pretend,' but it was anything but that. Their love is so ...more

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Sep 07, 2024 Elena Zinaich rated it it was ok

I wanted to like this so badly! Powerless and Powerful were both so fast paced and interested. Reckless really fell short for me. It felt so repetitive and the dialogue wasn't hitting and seemed forced. The ending surely had me on the edge of my seat but that was about it. I'll probably try to read the next book to see what happens and I really really hope it's better. ...more

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Jul 02, 2024 Male✨ rated it it was amazing

what the hell was thaaaat? 🫢🧡 crying from the sheer beauty of this book. forever a sucker for Paedyn my-heart-beats-to-be-broken Gray and Kai she-tastes-like-the-heaven-I-won‘t-be-going-to Azer 😭

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Jul 21, 2024 Ashley King rated it liked it

Shelves: 2025-re-reads

Ok, so..... We all know I wasn't fan of the first book in this trilogy.. I felt like it fell short and it left me wanting more. I feel like this book was different in terms of the plot, but I also was left confused. Sometimes it felt like really jolting between the scenes regarding the overall plot....

Like, for example (SPOILERS AHEAD):

One minute we’re heading back to the kingdom in the desert with the imperials, the next, we have a prince captive and silent as he’s walking and all Pae cares abo Ok, so..... We all know I wasn't fan of the first book in this trilogy.. I felt like it fell short and it left me wanting more. I feel like this book was different in terms of the plot, but I also was left confused. Sometimes it felt like really jolting between the scenes regarding the overall plot....

Like, for example (SPOILERS AHEAD):

One minute we’re heading back to the kingdom in the desert with the imperials, the next, we have a prince captive and silent as he’s walking and all Pae cares about is her image to the kingdom after the trials. And BOOM, Lenny’s mom is there, then we’re talking about half breeds? It is a jump scare with no details in between. Again, feels like I’m just reading about something happening rather than encasing myself into a world, into a story. And, what happened to Lenny!? Like they are just gone now?

And, where is Makoto? From the novella, Powerful? I really wish he would have made an appearance in this book and help tie a lot of loose ends together. I'm sure he'll be back in book 3, but I felt like it was a missed opportunity to have him appear in this book...

Also, does Kitt even like Pae!? I don’t understand. I feel like she gives him hope for his kingdom, but he’s so weak, I feel like he only wants her so he can appear stronger and honestly only wants her because Kai wants her, or because Kai HAS her and he doesn’t. I sense some jealousy here. Proving his worth through this woman!?!? I pray the next book isn’t a love triangle where she has to choose. We know nothing more of Kitt than he is in his father’s shadow and trying to prove himself a king. I wish we had more of his story to help anchor what the FUCK happens at the end of this book.

Pretend, pretend, pretend! No more use of this word. Along with INSUFFERABLE! lol, I’m sorry, I’m getting angry just thinking about.

Annnnnd LASTLY, The last line of this book?! The beast and beauty, NOOOOO why did they have to put that in there. CRINGE! It really made my blood boil.

All in all, putting my angry reactionary feelings aside for the above descriptions, it could have definitely been stronger in many areas. Perhaps I'm more of a fantasy reader than romance... But who doesn't like a little romance?! This was an easy read, aside from my angry comments above. I'm hoping that book 3 can really drive this trilogy home and mature with the rest of the story.

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Apr 03, 2025 Anna 🧸 rated it it was amazing

5 ✨ from me!! I'm speechless!! That ending sorry what!?! Kai and Pae 🫶🏼 Kai still has my whole heart and it actually hurt me to read this sometimes! 🥺 I thought I wouldn't cry but I DID ❤️‍🩹 I can't wait for the next book to be released! I have to get to it right away! I just don't know what to say.. I kind of guessed what Kitt would do, but I'm still in shock! ...more

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Jul 11, 2024 Lynzee rated it really liked it

I had so much fun reading this, can’t wait for book three. I got to say the plot was a little repetitive and drawn out, but it was still a great read. This book was definitely more character driving which I really enjoyed but it’s definitely different to Powerless.

I don’t know why but I feel physically ill after that ending.

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Jul 07, 2024 melinda rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

Shelves: physical, 2024

i could literally hear my heart shatter as i read kitt’s bonus chapter. and the ending, wtf ??? i need to know what will happen i need to know how it plays out

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