4 stars

There is a lot to unpack with this story. The writing style and back and forth between the present and past tense were a little jarring at times. I'm trying to make sense of the story but I'll be honest, I'm a little confused. I'm not sure who can be trusted and who can't. ( )

My heart is pounding so fast...

The only reason I gave this book four (technically 4.5) stars is because the switching between the present and flashbacks was confusing at times. But I did love the fact that it all built up to align at the end.

Throughout the book, I was literally fighting a war in my head. I didn't know whether I liked Mina with Shay or Keenan better, but at the end, when Shay forced her to stay with him, I immediately decided I was on Keenan's team. I also hate the fact that the adults at the club find it normal for a step-brother to behave this way...

I cannot wait until the second book comes out; this duology deserves a place on everyone's bookshelf!
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