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Watch Me Burn #2
Twisted Fate
Even though people fear me, it doesn’t stop any of their torment.I’d always just existed and walked alone, until now.Now? Now I belong. Just because I’d learned to kill, doesn’t mean the Bloody Psychos trust me. Skeeter’s got his work cut out, trying to keep his boss from killing me.Well, the asshole can try.My trigger finger’s getting itchy, and I have a problem controlling it.Especially when the Devil’s Armada Crew roll into town.Shit’s about to get crazy.The Devil’s leader has history with the Psychos, and I’m pretty sure bullets are about to fly.Couldn’t be worse, right? Wrong.The Devils aren’t the only ones who heard about my sudden taste for blood.Just when I thought I had everything under control, life throws more at me.Sides are taken and lives are at risk, making me wonder if I’ll get out alive after all.Everything’s about to come undone.Murder’s not so much fun when it’s one of your own that die.No one hurts my family and gets away with it.They should have known that red’s my favourite colour.*Twisted Fate is a 73k word dark romance reverse harem novel. This is the second book in the series and it must be read in order. The first four books are Rory's, and the harem grows over those books, so other guys will be added as the story goes. the series contains dark content such as abuse and rape. It also has m/m scenes throughout. If you are triggered by sensitive content or cursing, this series is not for you.
282 pages, Paperback
First published October 4, 2020
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R.E. Bond
27 books1,154 followersR.E. Bond is a dark romance author from Tasmania, Australia. She is obsessed with reverse harem books, especially if they have m/m! She collects paperbacks as a hobby, has read or written every day since she started high school, and constantly needs music in her daily life. She loves camping and rodeos in the summer, and not getting out of bed in the winter. Coffee and books are life, and curse words are just sentence enhancers.
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September 23, 2021
The only person I like in this book is 'Skeeter' even if he is the most fucked up one. I like when he stand for himself and argues with Rory cuz his argument are more justified one. He doesn't take her bullshit.
But, She is badass & bold. And I love her relationship with slash and diesel.
Idk what to say without spoiling the story but it's a good fucked up gang world..
4🌟s (just not giving it 5🌟s cuz Rory was being to much bitchy sometimes. And let's not talk about her shady arrogance and stupid attitude in this book cuz it was little bit annoying for me. Even though this book was much more interesting than the first one.)
But, She is badass & bold. And I love her relationship with slash and diesel.
Idk what to say without spoiling the story but it's a good fucked up gang world..
4🌟s (just not giving it 5🌟s cuz Rory was being to much bitchy sometimes. And let's not talk about her shady arrogance and stupid attitude in this book cuz it was little bit annoying for me. Even though this book was much more interesting than the first one.)
March 10, 2021
I was really hoping that the story line would get better, but it didn’t. And I absolutely cannot with Rory. She’s too arrogant and treats all of the men around her like complete shit unless they do things exactly her way. The men around her should have left her a long time ago. Also, unless the author had things planned at the end of the series, this isn’t really a RH in my opinion. She dumps a few of them, and then brings different men in. But the ones she brings in (Hunter for example) there was no buildup for their relationship. She met him and then all of a sudden they’re super close. Made no sense. I’m so bummed, because this book had promise if the story line was better and if Rory was some what more relatable and wasn’t so dismissive, almost emotionally abusive, of the men who cared for her. I almost feel like there is no substance to her, she’s just known for doing the complete opposite of what is asked of her. I get that trauma causes people to act differently. But this just seems unrealistic, I don’t really see any redeeming qualities in her at all. I’ve been in a huge RH reading binge, but this series just wasn’t it for me.
May 15, 2021
DNF 70%
YIKES. I literally cannot anymore, this girl is out of control. I just cannot do this anymore.
YIKES. I literally cannot anymore, this girl is out of control. I just cannot do this anymore.
October 12, 2020
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The second Part of this series is here!!! I have been waiting for this one for so long. Rory and Her boys are my all time favourites and I definitely can;t get enough of these characters! All the characters are amazing , aside from the fact that all the boys need to grovel a lot , to be in my good graces! FOR HOURS! But then , their hotness might get them my forgive=ness a bit faster than they expect….
The story picks off right where the first one ended. I won’t divulge much into the potline because of the spoilers , but all you guys need to know is that this book consists of g=reat twists that will keep you at the edge of your seat for like ever! And won’t let you go intl you are at the very end! This book was a definite highlight of the month for me and there is no way I won’t be rushing over to get the next book.
A must read to all the dark RH romance lovers out there! This RH series has all the feels , the fun and angst that will trap you in and before you know what is happening , you will have another book at your top shelves!
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October 28, 2020
The story picks up right where book 1 ends. From start to finish you feel like you're on a wild rollercoaster with no end in sight. I feel like I've got some whiplash. Revenge never looked so good.
It was HOT HOT HOT with tons of twists and turns. A few new players in the game and I'm glad they are on the scene. I'm pretty fond of Hunter and Diesel already!!
I was all for Rory's harem of guys and wanted to throttle her! Some of the stuff she did really got on my nerves. It got old, fast. At some parts she was too big for her britches. She wanted to do what she wanted to do and in doing so pushed a lot of people away.
Still not a Skeet fan and Lukas is just ehh. I'm all for Caden and Jensen though. Yum!
Can't wait for book 3!
It was HOT HOT HOT with tons of twists and turns. A few new players in the game and I'm glad they are on the scene. I'm pretty fond of Hunter and Diesel already!!
I was all for Rory's harem of guys and wanted to throttle her! Some of the stuff she did really got on my nerves. It got old, fast. At some parts she was too big for her britches. She wanted to do what she wanted to do and in doing so pushed a lot of people away.
Still not a Skeet fan and Lukas is just ehh. I'm all for Caden and Jensen though. Yum!
Can't wait for book 3!
October 16, 2020
This book left me all over the place. My emotions are everywhere. It's writen so beautiful and real. You can feel what Rory feels. After everything thats happend in Pretty Lies, she's trying to get back up. Even though she keeps on a brave face. You get to she whats behind it and how she really feels. When life trows yet another problem at her feet she does everything to keep her heath above water. Even when knocked down time after time Rory gets back up en keeps fighting. Doing everything for her boys who she loves so much.
I cant wait what comes next.
I cant wait what comes next.
Shelved as 'no-thanks'
October 12, 2020After reading some reviews on this one, I see that Bond is moving the story in a direction that I know I will hate. So, to save myself from getting upset and being mad at the book, I'm going to pass on the rest of this series.
I've said this before, and I'll probably keep saying it, but the fact that I HATE is a super weird and completely irrational pet peeve of mine. I don't know why I don't like it, but I don't. I know this doesn't bother a lot of people, and that a lot of people like it, and I've tried to be okay with it...but I can't. It sucks too, because I know that I am missing out on some really good series because I can't get myself passed this hangup. Like this series!
So, to all you readers that can read this and not have a problem - I hate you. Okay, I don't hate you, but I'm really super jelly and wish I could too.
The first book in this series is sooo epically fucked up, and I wanted to read more, and I am sad that I won't be able to.
For you normal folks out there...I'm sure you'll love this, but this little weirdo just can't do it.
I've said this before, and I'll probably keep saying it, but the fact that I HATE is a super weird and completely irrational pet peeve of mine. I don't know why I don't like it, but I don't. I know this doesn't bother a lot of people, and that a lot of people like it, and I've tried to be okay with it...but I can't. It sucks too, because I know that I am missing out on some really good series because I can't get myself passed this hangup. Like this series!
So, to all you readers that can read this and not have a problem - I hate you. Okay, I don't hate you, but I'm really super jelly and wish I could too.
The first book in this series is sooo epically fucked up, and I wanted to read more, and I am sad that I won't be able to.
For you normal folks out there...I'm sure you'll love this, but this little weirdo just can't do it.
February 13, 2021
2,5 stars
It was better than the first one. To sum up this book i would say toxic as fuck. All relationships where fucking toxic as hell, Roary went on a bloody rampage, she just didn´t care more than feeling bloodlust. I got annoyed at Skeeter when he decided to sleep with another girl after their many break ups. The first thing he does is to find a fkn hoe to fuck, like 10 min after Roary breaks them up. Still even if they break up i feel like it´s to soon to fuck someone else. Later he also fucks her sister Claire.... ugh that made me even more pissed off. Please not her.
Whyy did Slash have to dieee?!!! noooo, he was my fave out of all of the guys. Hunter also started to become one i liked. The other guys where whiney little boys,
I want more drama and blood in the next one plz
It was better than the first one. To sum up this book i would say toxic as fuck. All relationships where fucking toxic as hell, Roary went on a bloody rampage, she just didn´t care more than feeling bloodlust. I got annoyed at Skeeter when he decided to sleep with another girl after their many break ups. The first thing he does is to find a fkn hoe to fuck, like 10 min after Roary breaks them up. Still even if they break up i feel like it´s to soon to fuck someone else. Later he also fucks her sister Claire.... ugh that made me even more pissed off. Please not her.
Whyy did Slash have to dieee?!!! noooo, he was my fave out of all of the guys. Hunter also started to become one i liked. The other guys where whiney little boys,
I want more drama and blood in the next one plz
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
October 11, 2020
Revenge sounds nice!
You ever read a book and you couldn't put it down for even a second without having withdraws? Well let me tell you this is that book! Pretty lies was the same exact way so I'm super excited for book 3 to hurry up and come out!
This book had it all and I couldn't of asked for a better book to have a hangover from! I learned I might be just a little bit greedy after reading this as I wanted to add all the men to this RH. I mean #whychoose? I definitely need some more Hunter in my life and I wish some other things went a little different but I will deal. Lol.
I'm not usually for a while lot of drama but it was perfect in this book. Even though I saw a part of this coming and had an idea what was going to happen I was still gutted like no other. I do with it went differently but if that would of happened this book wouldn't be what it was. Sorry I'm being so cryptic but I really don't want to tell anyone straight out what happens. Now as long as I get my revenge I'll be one happy girl!!!
If you haven't started this series yet you are missing out! Everyone need a little Rory in their life! Especially when she comes equipped with so fun @$$ alpha men!!! Definitely worth all the stars and more!
You ever read a book and you couldn't put it down for even a second without having withdraws? Well let me tell you this is that book! Pretty lies was the same exact way so I'm super excited for book 3 to hurry up and come out!
This book had it all and I couldn't of asked for a better book to have a hangover from! I learned I might be just a little bit greedy after reading this as I wanted to add all the men to this RH. I mean #whychoose? I definitely need some more Hunter in my life and I wish some other things went a little different but I will deal. Lol.
I'm not usually for a while lot of drama but it was perfect in this book. Even though I saw a part of this coming and had an idea what was going to happen I was still gutted like no other. I do with it went differently but if that would of happened this book wouldn't be what it was. Sorry I'm being so cryptic but I really don't want to tell anyone straight out what happens. Now as long as I get my revenge I'll be one happy girl!!!
If you haven't started this series yet you are missing out! Everyone need a little Rory in their life! Especially when she comes equipped with so fun @$$ alpha men!!! Definitely worth all the stars and more!
October 11, 2020
What to say? What to say?
Well first off this book contains many triggers, so you have been warned!
MOTHER CHUCKER!!!
Rory definitely had me frustrated, pissed and mad as hell throughout the whole book. Which I wasn’t expecting, since I was rooting for her in the first book PL (Pretty Lies) after everything she had been through.
There were times where I wanted to SCREAM at her and even SHAKE her to knock some sense into her.
Especially with the way she would act towards the guys, when around them. Which is crazy for me to say, since I only liked Skeet after everything that went down in PL (Pretty Lies). But the guys didn’t deserve it this time.
I also found it weird how in PL, she had a hard time trusting people especially guys after everything she has been through. And yet here she was trusting the guys from Psychos without even really knowing them. Made no sense to me.
Safe to say she definitely came back BIGGER, STRONGER, HARDER and one total MOTHERF*CKING BADASS B*TCH!
Though she did have her moments where her old self would try to come out or show at some points. Showing us the old Rory was still there in her.
Skeet will always have a special place in my heart. I was rooting for him in PL and still was in Twisted Fate. Sure there were times where I was annoyed at him for his stupidity and dumbness. But at the end of the day, I knew he meant well. And after all he went through, I couldn’t stay mad at him.
Slash I hated from the beginning I admit. And I’m still not a fan. But it was nice to know his story and see another side to him, especially when it came to Rory. I definitely wasn’t expecting that.
Diesel I felt bad for, with everything he went through. He is still an enigma to me, which makes me suspicious about him. There’s definitely more to than meets the eye.
Hunter I don’t like and I am definitely 100% suspicious of him for sure. I don’t trust him and I definitely hated how easily Rory trusted him. Regardless of him going through the same thing as Rory.
So much DRAMA, ANGST, HEARTBREAK, PAIN, FEAR, PASSION, WARMTH, LOVE, DARKNESS etc. This book definitely had it all, with the feels and emotions.
The story had me gripped from the very start, until the very end. Just like PL!
R.E. killed it yet again, especially with that cliffy!
I can’t wait to see what she has in store for us with Beautiful Deceit!
MUST READ especially if you have already read PL!
*I was given an ARC in exchange for an honest review.
Well first off this book contains many triggers, so you have been warned!
MOTHER CHUCKER!!!
Rory definitely had me frustrated, pissed and mad as hell throughout the whole book. Which I wasn’t expecting, since I was rooting for her in the first book PL (Pretty Lies) after everything she had been through.
There were times where I wanted to SCREAM at her and even SHAKE her to knock some sense into her.
Especially with the way she would act towards the guys, when around them. Which is crazy for me to say, since I only liked Skeet after everything that went down in PL (Pretty Lies). But the guys didn’t deserve it this time.
I also found it weird how in PL, she had a hard time trusting people especially guys after everything she has been through. And yet here she was trusting the guys from Psychos without even really knowing them. Made no sense to me.
Safe to say she definitely came back BIGGER, STRONGER, HARDER and one total MOTHERF*CKING BADASS B*TCH!
Though she did have her moments where her old self would try to come out or show at some points. Showing us the old Rory was still there in her.
Skeet will always have a special place in my heart. I was rooting for him in PL and still was in Twisted Fate. Sure there were times where I was annoyed at him for his stupidity and dumbness. But at the end of the day, I knew he meant well. And after all he went through, I couldn’t stay mad at him.
Slash I hated from the beginning I admit. And I’m still not a fan. But it was nice to know his story and see another side to him, especially when it came to Rory. I definitely wasn’t expecting that.
Diesel I felt bad for, with everything he went through. He is still an enigma to me, which makes me suspicious about him. There’s definitely more to than meets the eye.
Hunter I don’t like and I am definitely 100% suspicious of him for sure. I don’t trust him and I definitely hated how easily Rory trusted him. Regardless of him going through the same thing as Rory.
So much DRAMA, ANGST, HEARTBREAK, PAIN, FEAR, PASSION, WARMTH, LOVE, DARKNESS etc. This book definitely had it all, with the feels and emotions.
The story had me gripped from the very start, until the very end. Just like PL!
R.E. killed it yet again, especially with that cliffy!
I can’t wait to see what she has in store for us with Beautiful Deceit!
MUST READ especially if you have already read PL!
*I was given an ARC in exchange for an honest review.
November 6, 2020
DNF @ 70%
I liked the h in the first book, but she was to stupid and stubborn in this book. I like a strong h, but she was to much. It wasn’t her being strong, it was her being cocky and plain dumb.
I liked the h in the first book, but she was to stupid and stubborn in this book. I like a strong h, but she was to much. It wasn’t her being strong, it was her being cocky and plain dumb.
October 14, 2020
4.5 STARS REVIEW
Young Adult/New Adult, Contemporary, Dark, Reverse Harem Romance, Crime, Enemies-to-Lovers, High School Bully
First person, Multiple-POV
This is book #2 of the Watch Me Burn series and it can't be read as a standalone. You must have read the first book to understand this one. It ends in a huge cliffhanger.
Contains issues and situations some may find triggering.
Mind-blown!!! This only got crazier and darker.
This series is only for those that truly like dark romance. No joke, it has all sort of triggers you may think. But if you like your stories twisted, start reading it now!
In this second statement, Ms. Bond has added more characters into the mix, but it was still very cohesive and they all felt pertinent to Rory's journey.
PAINFUL LOVE!!!
33/35 STARS – 4.5 STARS (between31.5 stars and 33 stars)
Addictiveness: 5 Character: 4.5 Cover: 5 Freshness: 5 Plot: 4 Romance: 4.5 Writing Style: 5
Action 5/5 Angst 5/5 Darkness 5/5 Humor 0/5 Romance 5/5 Suspense/Mystery 4/5
Would I recommend? Yes, for all readers of dark, twisted romance!
Would I re-read this book/series? Yes!
Would I read more from the author? Definitely!!!
Addictiveness: 5/5 This series hooked me on the first page of the first book and I have caught myself thinking about it from time to time. This story arch was intense, very dark and crazy. It kept me at the edge of my seat, and the end... OMG!!! As addictive as chocolate!!!
Character: hero 4/5, heroine 4.5/5, secondary characters 5/5, growth 5/5, real 4/5 Multifaceted characters with amazing background stories and great personal growth during the story.
Aurora/Rory was a kick-ass heroine. In this second book she was harder, tougher, definitely more annoying than in the first. Her personal story arch has definitely shown an enormous personal growth. It was easy to forget how young she is, because life has only given her lemons. She was drowning and felt most of the book like she had no life jacket to keep her above water. She was really frustrating and some of her acts felt disjoined from the story arch of the first book. I'm looking forward to see where will book #3 take her.
Skeeter was still my favorite bad boy. :) Like Aurora, he was really annoying most of this book. He kept messing up badly and they were so volatile together, it always ended in an explosion. I really enjoyed to read a bit more of his background and to know him better.
Caden was great here. He evolved a lot from the first book and I was totally digging him here. I only think that they were placed some in the background here and the shed/crew plot was given more light. ( I still don't know how I feel about that)
Tyler has really grown on me. On the first book I felt like he was unnecessary. Well, sorry Ty, you were so needed here.
Jensen that I loved on the first, sort of became more of a secondary in this second book. There was no problem with that, in this story arch, that were so many important characters that was impossible to keep them all as main characters.
Lukas felt unnecessary on the first book, and really made me dislike him here. Yeah, I know, he has a reason on his subplot with Jensen and in Rory's past, but I still can't understand him at all.
Slash was an unexpected surprise! You know what, I think I liked him.
Diesel I felt for him, at the same time I don't really know what to think. Will he always be secondary, or will he be part of the harem? There are so many extra pieces here.
Hunter I like it. :) Yeah, I hope Ms. Bond doesn't make me regret this. But if they will all come in duos, Skeet deserves his partner. (Yeah, I know, the real lucky one is Rory.)
Secondary characters with so many important characters there are only a few I will mention here. Josie, I still like her. Oh, Lukas mother and Claire. Yeah!
Villain/antagonists in a story that the main characters are all more like antiheroes, there is a fine line between antagonist and villain. One clear villain with the Soldier crew. Several question marks with the Devils and Claire.
They were easy (ok, maybe not that easy) to love, to connect and understand!!!
Cover: art 5/5, title 5/5, color-font 5/5, subtitle 2/5, background 5/5 buy 5/5 I’m obsessed with book covers. I love to find snippets of the stories within the art. I always try to be true to myself, I buy so many books because of the cover and I have skipped many because of not very appealing art. Covers are part of the experience for me and I do like to understand them. This art work is amazing!!! I would say the image could be Skeet, but the subtitle is of someone else. (Sorry for being evasive at times, but I always try to avoid spoilers). It feels intense, it gives hints of the story and it is sexy! tI would definitely buy this book by its cover without needing to read the blurb!
Freshness: 5/5 ONE-OF-A-KIND! This is so crazy and twisted that is impossible to compare to other stories out there. It is very original and unique. As fresh as water during summer in the middle of the desert!!!
Plot: believable 4/5, conflict 4/5, dialogue 5/5, ending 5/5, enjoyment 5/5, opening 5/5, pace 5/5, setting 5/5, subplots 4/5, twists 5/5 Amazing opening with an incredible ending. Superb plot, with well written dialogues and intense pace. Great setting, a few really good subplots with unexpected twists. High level of enjoyment!
It was filled of twists and turns and it kept me guessing until the end. For several moments I felt like throwing my kindle because I couldn't believe what was happening. This was definitely an action-packed story, there was a lot going on, and there was never a dull moment. Was there a lot going on? I'm still on the fence here.
O.M.G, I have a love/hate relationship with cliffhangers. I mean, what was that? How long do I need to wait now?
Romance: believable 3/5, chemistry 5/5, description 5/5, development 3.5/5, steam 5/5 Some would say not very romantic :). This is hot!!! I mean, very, extremely hot! Panty-wetter hot! Needing-a-cold-shower hot! But it also got me confused at times. How many people will this harem have? Oh, I love a gang-bang in books, but I only hope that it all make sense in the end. Hurtful romance!!!
Writing Style: 5/5 So, so, so good! Complex characters with great story arch, twisted plot, intense romance, super sexy smut in a cohesive and clean writing style. What is not to like? Work of a wordsmith!!!
Because I try to be very analytical and I don't really believe in perfection...
Plot: There is a lot going on here... maybe too much. I'm still on the fence. A few subplots for me felt unnecessary, but I know the author could cohesively make it all pertinent at the end.
It felt like the first book was mostly about high school life and the kings, and this one about crew life and the bosses. I'm looking forward to see the author intertwining both settings/plots in a seamless way, in which all of the characters could shine. I missed more of the king quartet here (or maybe trio, because Lukas, don't miss him yet)
Romance: How many is too many in a reverse harem? This is definitely a question that I haven't asked myself before. I still don't know if I will have to ask here. I really can't wait to find out!!!
You MAY read this because you follow the author; you SHOULD read this because you like dark romance; you MUST read this because is truly mind-blowing!!!
Art was part sent by Talk Nerdy to Me and part off the author's Facebook page.
March 10, 2021
I just got off the hot mess express and landed in dysfunction junction...Holy Sh*t! I sooo need more after that cliffhanger!!! There's so much action, twist and turns, steam, violence, and plain badassery. I'm literally on an emotional roller coaster ride. On one hand, I understand she's going through a lot and that's her way of coping with everything (by pushing everyone away). On the other, I'm like "girl, what the hell are you doing?" Or "NOOOO, don't do that!! 😭" But, I never thought I would be so pissed at Lukas. Here I am wanting to reach through my phone smack some sense into him lol. R.E Bond did such a fantastic job at character development and world This story is absolutely an amazing and wild ride.
December 23, 2020
Twisted Fate, by R.E. Bond, is the second book in Watch Me Burn series. It is everything good about this genre wrapped up with a soul crushing bow. This book just shredded my heart into a million pieces. I'm not okay right now.
Rory is everything I love in a FMC. She's strong, resilient, she loves fiercely, and she has enough rage and trauma to send her from zero to dark side in 2 seconds flat.
The characters in this series feel real to me. They are perfectly imperfect with their flaws, multidimensional, and add the soul of the series.
Bond weaves this tale of love, loss, heartbreak, and family like a pro. I am literally on the edge of my seat and ready for more.
Triggers - if you have them, skip this.
Definitely a series I recommend to those who love dark contemporary RH.
Here's a list of characters:
▪︎ Rory - fighter, survivor, bad@ss extraordinaire
• Caden - the almost step brother, jerk leader of the pack, who needs to grovel turned lover
• Jensen - the sweet one who also needs to grovel turned lover that tried to warn her
• Lukas - the bff turned lover who didn't help her but didn't participate 'as much' but now is my least favorite despite his reasons
• Tyler - the party boy lover who is both Slash and Caden's bff who really needs to do more groveling
• Skeet - the 2nd in Psychos crew that gives her up because he thinks she can do better than him, kinda psycho for real with all his damage
• Slash - crew leader of a Bloody Psychos who lets her take get her revenge, psycho who is the reason for my heartbreak right now
• Hunter - different crew, Devil's Armada, Skeet's ex BFF, I already love him
• Diesel - the sweet, protective Psycho who befriends her after bonding over ex gfs grave
~ Satan's Soldiers - rival crew, led by Razor
Rory is everything I love in a FMC. She's strong, resilient, she loves fiercely, and she has enough rage and trauma to send her from zero to dark side in 2 seconds flat.
The characters in this series feel real to me. They are perfectly imperfect with their flaws, multidimensional, and add the soul of the series.
Bond weaves this tale of love, loss, heartbreak, and family like a pro. I am literally on the edge of my seat and ready for more.
Triggers - if you have them, skip this.
Definitely a series I recommend to those who love dark contemporary RH.
Here's a list of characters:
▪︎ Rory - fighter, survivor, bad@ss extraordinaire
• Caden - the almost step brother, jerk leader of the pack, who needs to grovel turned lover
• Jensen - the sweet one who also needs to grovel turned lover that tried to warn her
• Lukas - the bff turned lover who didn't help her but didn't participate 'as much' but now is my least favorite despite his reasons
• Tyler - the party boy lover who is both Slash and Caden's bff who really needs to do more groveling
• Skeet - the 2nd in Psychos crew that gives her up because he thinks she can do better than him, kinda psycho for real with all his damage
• Slash - crew leader of a Bloody Psychos who lets her take get her revenge, psycho who is the reason for my heartbreak right now
• Hunter - different crew, Devil's Armada, Skeet's ex BFF, I already love him
• Diesel - the sweet, protective Psycho who befriends her after bonding over ex gfs grave
~ Satan's Soldiers - rival crew, led by Razor
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
October 5, 2020
Loving Watch Me Burn
This is the second book in the Watch Me Burn Series and I can’t believe it is only the second book from this author. R.E. Bond totally blew me away with this book. I was cheering her and cussing her at the same time! I cried with this book and there has only ever been one other book that has made me cry! Just like with the first book, I was on a roller coaster of emotions. But the emotions were so much deeper with this book. I connected with the characters more this time and I loved every minute of it. This book tore my heart out, but I know that everything will serve a purpose in Rory finding who she is meant to be.
We got to see some more of the guys from the first book. Caden, Jensen, Lukas, Ty, Skeeter, and Slash were all there. We also got to meet some more people even though they are not part of the harem……yet! We were introduced to Hunter and Diesel. They both played a major role in this book as new friends to Rory and I loved the relationship she had with each of them. It is not clear if they will be joining the harem at this time, but I can’t wait to see what happens with them.
We got to read from the guys viewpoints as well. It allowed me to connect with them more and see their thoughts and feelings. That was a major bonus for me. I like reading from the different viewpoints because then I have more knowledge about what is going on. I got to see a different side of Caden in this book and it made me like him just a bit more. I hope this continues throughout the series so I can learn even more about all the guys.
Rory is……well she is Rory. I love her. I have been her. Not in the sense that I have had a harem or killed anyone, but in the emotional downward spiral that she is finding herself in. Having all the emotions and thoughts and not knowing how to deal with them. No, she isn’t perfect. And she can do some dumb things. But I think that is why I love her so much. She is real, raw, and gritty. She makes no apologies for the way she processes things. She does what she feels she must do. And that is ok! So many stories have the female main character changing things that make her who she is. That is not the case with Rory. She hasn’t magically moved on from her trauma and acts as if it doesn’t exist anymore. She may have dealt with the ones who caused her demons to appear, but those demons are still there. And I love that! Don’t get me wrong, I love the other type of books as well. But there is something to be said about a character who embraces her demons and shows you what it is like trying to learn to live with them. She is so relatable to me.
This series is dark and does have trigger warnings. Heed them if you have triggers. This is part of a series, so it does end on a cliffhanger. And what a cliffhanger it was! I can’t wait for the next in the series and I highly recommend this series to anyone who can handle the triggers!
This is the second book in the Watch Me Burn Series and I can’t believe it is only the second book from this author. R.E. Bond totally blew me away with this book. I was cheering her and cussing her at the same time! I cried with this book and there has only ever been one other book that has made me cry! Just like with the first book, I was on a roller coaster of emotions. But the emotions were so much deeper with this book. I connected with the characters more this time and I loved every minute of it. This book tore my heart out, but I know that everything will serve a purpose in Rory finding who she is meant to be.
We got to see some more of the guys from the first book. Caden, Jensen, Lukas, Ty, Skeeter, and Slash were all there. We also got to meet some more people even though they are not part of the harem……yet! We were introduced to Hunter and Diesel. They both played a major role in this book as new friends to Rory and I loved the relationship she had with each of them. It is not clear if they will be joining the harem at this time, but I can’t wait to see what happens with them.
We got to read from the guys viewpoints as well. It allowed me to connect with them more and see their thoughts and feelings. That was a major bonus for me. I like reading from the different viewpoints because then I have more knowledge about what is going on. I got to see a different side of Caden in this book and it made me like him just a bit more. I hope this continues throughout the series so I can learn even more about all the guys.
Rory is……well she is Rory. I love her. I have been her. Not in the sense that I have had a harem or killed anyone, but in the emotional downward spiral that she is finding herself in. Having all the emotions and thoughts and not knowing how to deal with them. No, she isn’t perfect. And she can do some dumb things. But I think that is why I love her so much. She is real, raw, and gritty. She makes no apologies for the way she processes things. She does what she feels she must do. And that is ok! So many stories have the female main character changing things that make her who she is. That is not the case with Rory. She hasn’t magically moved on from her trauma and acts as if it doesn’t exist anymore. She may have dealt with the ones who caused her demons to appear, but those demons are still there. And I love that! Don’t get me wrong, I love the other type of books as well. But there is something to be said about a character who embraces her demons and shows you what it is like trying to learn to live with them. She is so relatable to me.
This series is dark and does have trigger warnings. Heed them if you have triggers. This is part of a series, so it does end on a cliffhanger. And what a cliffhanger it was! I can’t wait for the next in the series and I highly recommend this series to anyone who can handle the triggers!
June 17, 2023
Okay so this one is getting wild and out of control. I get Rory isn’t “like other girls” but all the guys wanting her and not caring about all the sharing is just getting a tad unbelievable. Like she doesn’t actually sleep with any of the other guys even after the massive breakup. But like she has feelings for all the guys and that’s honestly just messy and annoying at times. She’s completely out of control and lashing out then gets mad when the guys act out of anger. Like girl you need serious therapy. The only guy I still really even care about from the high school group is Caden and not even all that much with the way she just completely neglected them throughout this story. Granted Lukas is a douche and I just don’t like him. Skeeter sleeps with girls he knows would hurt her EVERYTIME they break up from a fight and for the love of everything that holy why do they have to break up over every freaking fight! And it’s always her…I get trauma but shit it got really annoying for a while. Her and Skeeter are toxic but he’s honestly my favorite aside from Hunter and Diesel who are all part of their gang minus Hunter. He’s the leader for a rival group. But honestly I’d like them as her harem more. And I know it said more guys would come into this series but shit I can’t keep up anymore. And the cliffy I’m trying to figure out who the nark is and my guess is Lukas…we’ll see. I am still enjoying the series it’s just bat shit lol.
Tropes:
RH
Bullying
Step siblings
Forced proximity
Trauma past
Blood play
Gang
She’s not like every girl
Wrong side of the tracks
M/M
Walking Red Flag Alphas
Spice:
🌶️🌶️
Tropes:
RH
Bullying
Step siblings
Forced proximity
Trauma past
Blood play
Gang
She’s not like every girl
Wrong side of the tracks
M/M
Walking Red Flag Alphas
Spice:
🌶️🌶️
March 5, 2024
Book two of the Watch Me Burn series, Twisted Fate, dives deeper into the dark and seductive world of why choose romance. The hits keep coming as the gripping story ensnares you in its web, refusing to let go even on a reread. Every page leaves you on the edge of your seat, completely hooked. Rory's life has never been easy, but it reaches a whole new level of danger when she becomes involved with her boys. While I admire her character, her impulsive actions often lead to bloodshed and chaos. But that's exactly what makes this series impossible to put down - the nonstop action and fast-burning passion that never lets up. And just when you think things can't escalate any further, the cliffhanger at the end will leave you breathless and eagerly waiting for the next installment.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
October 22, 2020
Pretty Lies which is book one in the Watch Me Burn series consumed me so I couldn’t wait to read more from this author. I wasn’t disappointed as this is a great read.
Rory is an excellent main female character. I felt as if she learnt so much and is even stronger than before. We read more of the characters we met in book one and get introduced to more characters as well...who doesn’t want more men lol
There is so much going on in this story that it totally consumed me from start to finish. So many different emotions was running through me while reading this story.
If you enjoy reverse harem dark romances then jump into these stories. I can’t wait to read more.
Rory is an excellent main female character. I felt as if she learnt so much and is even stronger than before. We read more of the characters we met in book one and get introduced to more characters as well...who doesn’t want more men lol
There is so much going on in this story that it totally consumed me from start to finish. So many different emotions was running through me while reading this story.
If you enjoy reverse harem dark romances then jump into these stories. I can’t wait to read more.
October 8, 2020
Fuming. This book has taken me all over the place with my emotions. All over. I’ve cried (I’m not getting over that at all - prepare yourselves) and then spent the rest of the time fuming, mainly at the guys. What they did in book 1 was a hard pill to swallow, but I am not sure I like their character development in book 2 at all. Don’t even get me started on Lukas.
LOVED the addition of some new faces though and I do hope they get to stick around for book 3. I’m desperate for what we were basically promised at the end to actually come into fruition. I NEED that scene.
Rory is a total bad MF. Absolutely psychotic, but if you’ve read book 1 then you know what’s led her to the path she is currently on. Take no prisoners and protect your own. I like seeing her knock people down a peg or 2, especially “tough as nails” gang type men!
If you loved book 1, you will not be disappointed with book 2 and it’ll leave you desperately seeking book 3.
LOVED the addition of some new faces though and I do hope they get to stick around for book 3. I’m desperate for what we were basically promised at the end to actually come into fruition. I NEED that scene.
Rory is a total bad MF. Absolutely psychotic, but if you’ve read book 1 then you know what’s led her to the path she is currently on. Take no prisoners and protect your own. I like seeing her knock people down a peg or 2, especially “tough as nails” gang type men!
If you loved book 1, you will not be disappointed with book 2 and it’ll leave you desperately seeking book 3.
March 8, 2021
What a ride
Clink clink clink then wooooosh.....that's the roller coaster you will be on while reading this book.
Rory, hun, chill. I love you but don't go pushing our men away. Although i did love her tender moments with the whole Caden and Jensen thing, shows our lil loca still has some heart.
Loving all the twists and turns again. Ms. Bond certainly knows how to keep us glued to the pages.
Clink clink clink then wooooosh.....that's the roller coaster you will be on while reading this book.
Rory, hun, chill. I love you but don't go pushing our men away. Although i did love her tender moments with the whole Caden and Jensen thing, shows our lil loca still has some heart.
Loving all the twists and turns again. Ms. Bond certainly knows how to keep us glued to the pages.
October 13, 2020
I am hot mess over here!!! Twisted Fate is everything! Angst, suspense, love, heartache and hotness overload. I want Rory to have a harem with all male characters in the book. They are all Alpha and have me over here fanning myself to cool down. Try not to cry, oh heck, you will so have a box of tissues nearby. That ending though!!!! I need book three ASAP.
July 1, 2022
4 Stars
This one made me cry and I was shocked by that. This one made me real emotional so I’m healing. Overall it was good and I loved how ruthless Rory has become.
I love all of the guys and I’m still heartbroken over something that happened. Anyways, this was good and I’m going to reas the next one. Toodles!
This one made me cry and I was shocked by that. This one made me real emotional so I’m healing. Overall it was good and I loved how ruthless Rory has become.
I love all of the guys and I’m still heartbroken over something that happened. Anyways, this was good and I’m going to reas the next one. Toodles!
June 17, 2021
Wow what just happened
Loads of drama y’all. Wow. This book keeps you on the edge. Lots mystery and fights. Heat heat and more heat. The guys are a bit much but…. I will definitely recommend this series.
Loads of drama y’all. Wow. This book keeps you on the edge. Lots mystery and fights. Heat heat and more heat. The guys are a bit much but…. I will definitely recommend this series.
March 9, 2023
I just love Skeeter. He makes this whole series top notch. Need me a psycho like him ❤️
July 29, 2023
It got even worse! The whole time I was like « wth is happening, wtf am I reading rn »
Well, I’m off to read book 3. I hate it but I can’t stop. lol
Well, I’m off to read book 3. I hate it but I can’t stop. lol
October 11, 2020
I knew this book was going to be great! Book 2 made me cry and scream and I just wanted to bash a few heads in...
Overall 5 freaking stars!!! I feel like I was put through a wringer.... then BAM, it’s over and I have to wait for book 3!
Cliffhangers are going to be the death of me! Aurora Donovan is such a badass. I would just like to say that I love hunter and I’m glad he was brought in. It was a wonderful surprise.... but my baby Slash (intense sobbing), I’ll never be the same. Lukas..... don’t even get me started...
Now I have to get all my emotions together and wait for book 3. I can’t wait!
Overall 5 freaking stars!!! I feel like I was put through a wringer.... then BAM, it’s over and I have to wait for book 3!
Cliffhangers are going to be the death of me! Aurora Donovan is such a badass. I would just like to say that I love hunter and I’m glad he was brought in. It was a wonderful surprise.... but my baby Slash (intense sobbing), I’ll never be the same. Lukas..... don’t even get me started...
Now I have to get all my emotions together and wait for book 3. I can’t wait!
October 5, 2020
I received an arc. Holy hot damn!! The cliffhanger on this book means major drama for the 3rd book and I can’t wait!! I absolutely love Rory even know I thought she was being a major B****h. And don’t even get me started on Luke, I understand his need to protect his heart but damn man no need for name calling or being a ahole . Also SKEETER is still my absolute favorite of all her harem. I already messaged her with my rant but I feel the need to reinforce the why?! Why did she have to go and break me heart like that 😭😭😭R E Bond you are one talented and amazing author, that you for bringing your readers such amazing characters
March 16, 2021
I didn't like where the story was going, so I'm not going to continue.
October 10, 2020
Oh MAN! Twisted Fate throws us headfirst back into the chaotic world of Aurora "Rory" Donovan, and the web is no less twisted than the title would have you believe. After the ending of Pretty Lies, I wasn't sure WHAT was next for Rory, but I was not disappointed!
Rory survived and clawed her way back from unspeakable things last book, and in Twisted Fate, Bond shows us the toll that's taken on Rory as she tries to build herself back up. And just as it should be, she doesn't write it as sunshine and roses; she writes Rory as real and raw and broken, despite the brave face and spine of steel she projects. Sometimes that means I wanted to scream at Rory for the destruction she left in her wake, but getting to see WHY she did it made parts of this story hit even harder. It's easy to focus on the tough as nails, fierce side of Rory and forget about the trauma and betrayal she is healing from as she smashes through anything in her way. Because make no mistake, Rory Donovan is a FORCE, but she is still a girl struggling to survive in a world that tells her she can't blaze her own trail, and that constantly tries to drag her down with her own demons and vices. And those around her don't know how to help her, either, but they won't let her do this on her own.
She has relied on only herself for so long though, that when things get dangerous, Rory is willing to stare down anything and everything that would come for her or those she cares for. Even if it means she has to push them away or fight for her place at the head of the pack. But the more immersed she becomes, the more Rory recognizes the darkness inside her might be able to find a home, and a family, here after all. And heaven help anyone who tries to take that away from her!
This book, as warned, is full to the brim with triggers and darker themes. Please be cautious when reading, and understand that is just part of Rory's story, and read at your discretion.
Rory survived and clawed her way back from unspeakable things last book, and in Twisted Fate, Bond shows us the toll that's taken on Rory as she tries to build herself back up. And just as it should be, she doesn't write it as sunshine and roses; she writes Rory as real and raw and broken, despite the brave face and spine of steel she projects. Sometimes that means I wanted to scream at Rory for the destruction she left in her wake, but getting to see WHY she did it made parts of this story hit even harder. It's easy to focus on the tough as nails, fierce side of Rory and forget about the trauma and betrayal she is healing from as she smashes through anything in her way. Because make no mistake, Rory Donovan is a FORCE, but she is still a girl struggling to survive in a world that tells her she can't blaze her own trail, and that constantly tries to drag her down with her own demons and vices. And those around her don't know how to help her, either, but they won't let her do this on her own.
She has relied on only herself for so long though, that when things get dangerous, Rory is willing to stare down anything and everything that would come for her or those she cares for. Even if it means she has to push them away or fight for her place at the head of the pack. But the more immersed she becomes, the more Rory recognizes the darkness inside her might be able to find a home, and a family, here after all. And heaven help anyone who tries to take that away from her!
This book, as warned, is full to the brim with triggers and darker themes. Please be cautious when reading, and understand that is just part of Rory's story, and read at your discretion.
August 8, 2021
So have to say I finished the first book within 3 hours of downloading it, just so I could start reading the second book in the middle of the night. I have to say that even though some of the stuff that happened in the first book was unbelievable I got invested in these characters and in this series.
But I just have to say, Ummmmm what happened to this series? Seriously I think I read the first couple of chapters and was ready to just to skip to the end of this book.
Rory lets start with her again, I liked her in the first book. But I'm not sure what happened to her in this book. She became a whiney, entitled, selfish, ungrateful b*tch in this book. Everything was waaaa, waaaa, waaaa, me, me, me.... I think the author was trying to make her seem tougher and stronger... But she just came out unlikable in this book.
The guy's..... Caden became likable in this book... Totally in love with Tyler, Jensen, and even Skeeter.... Lukas, I'm sorry but he needs to go, he honestly brings nothing to the group. Except he whines about as much as Rory does.... We also get to meet Hunter in this book, who used to be Skeeters best friend, but left to go run his own crew when he's brother dies...
I don't want to give away any spoilers for this book as some other people have.
I'm only able to give this book 2.5 Stars this time.
But I just have to say, Ummmmm what happened to this series? Seriously I think I read the first couple of chapters and was ready to just to skip to the end of this book.
Rory lets start with her again, I liked her in the first book. But I'm not sure what happened to her in this book. She became a whiney, entitled, selfish, ungrateful b*tch in this book. Everything was waaaa, waaaa, waaaa, me, me, me.... I think the author was trying to make her seem tougher and stronger... But she just came out unlikable in this book.
The guy's..... Caden became likable in this book... Totally in love with Tyler, Jensen, and even Skeeter.... Lukas, I'm sorry but he needs to go, he honestly brings nothing to the group. Except he whines about as much as Rory does.... We also get to meet Hunter in this book, who used to be Skeeters best friend, but left to go run his own crew when he's brother dies...
I don't want to give away any spoilers for this book as some other people have.
I'm only able to give this book 2.5 Stars this time.
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