Oh. MY. GOD. I'm one of those readers that goes "ehhh" any time a billion people recommend a book, over and over again. This is one of those books constantly recommended to me. I hesitated for a while to pick it up, because with all the hype I am always disappointed.
This time, I'm thrilled to say they were right, and I was wrong. I'm not sure what else I can say that hasn't already been said. The guys were HOT, the sex was steamy and made me question everything about I ever thought about was acceptable in the bedroom and there was so much relatable pain and angst I was brought to tears numerous times. Each guy had his own separate identity and personality, though I admit the two that stuck out to me the most were Pax and Michael. But all of them were well developed.
I admit though, I almost didn't make it through the beginning. Lilith, the main character's realization and self loathing after her loss, I found to be a bit much; but I understood why it was there. I skimmed it and began again at the concert. I needed to get past that point to meet the guys, because I wasn't sure I liked her at first. Hell, I don't even think she liked herself. After that point, though, I was involved, and even though I"m sitting here like "WHY DO I LIKE THIS!?!" I just couldn't pull away. There is hardly anything logical about five guys sharing one girl. But, here it seemed feasible even if many of my own personal rules were broken. But, I mowed down all three books in two days in KU--and even went on to purchase them officially to have in my Kindle forever. AND, I've already started re-reading them, and I NEVER re-read books. EVER.
What I didn't care for was in various spots (I'm speaking of the series as a hole), Lilith was just a tad too forgiving, and I would have liked to of seen her give some certain people the boot; because they deserved. However, I understand the point the author was trying to make, and respect it. It doesn't make me like the series any less.
I also hated Pax with a passion at first; he's a man with some grudges. But towards the end, he actually became my favorite. I am a proclaimed hater of the a$$hole man trope in books but this jerk face won me over.
ALL of them have tumultuous pasts, and issues with healing and trusting. Somehow they find each other and go on a healing journey of self discovery. Yeah, sometimes--a lot of times--that included sex. Big whoop. It was a LOT of sex. A. LOT. But, I didn't really mind it; the emotions involved during were poignant and raw.
I really don't know what else to say. As someone who has had a really tough life herself, I admit I found myself in these pages, relating a little too well. This author takes us on a personal journey, and it's clear she probably knows pain as well; there is no way you can write that way without having experienced deep loss, self-loathing, inferiority...any number of things.
SO to recap. If you are a person that hasn't suffered any trials in your life; I don't think you'll relate to this. If you hate graphic sex, and find it vulgar... you won't like this book. If you are an apathetic jerk, I don't think you'll enjoy this. If you don't like M/M action... pass on this (I found it flipping hot...I won't mention who it was but their connection was fiery!!) If you have heart, aren't judgy, and like the fantasy of being adored by five dudes...give it a go. ;)
Now the last question is this; where the hell can I sign up to find me five guys like this!?! Surely, there must a group somewhere, right!?!? PLEASE SOMEONE TELL ME!!!!
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