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Tyrant (King, #2)
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bookshelves: romance, romantic-suspense, dark
Nov 02, 2016
bookshelves: romance, romantic-suspense, dark
Tyrant picks right up where King left off, and it hits the ground running. There is no shortage of action in this sequel. Actually, this book is more action packed than its predecessor. Tyrant has pretty much everything I could have hoped for. Aside from the abundance of action, there is plenty of suspense, intrigue, twists, turns, love, sex, violence, and revenge. Emotional and heartfelt moments abound, but I managed not to cry this time. Lol
The plot was fantastic and always held my interest, but my favorite thing about this series is still the characters. I fell in love with them in the first book, and I became even more enamored with them in this one. If I forget anything about this series, I can guarantee it won't be the characters.
My feelings for King were the most improved overall. He was no longer wishy washy about his feelings for Doe. Him being completely devoted to her throughout the story allowed me to love him so much more. There wasn't any neck breaking mood changes or emotional uncertainty this time around. It is a beautiful thing when a man as badass as King allows himself to be vulnerable in the name of love.
He may have softened when it came to Doe, but in every other way he was as fierce as ever. No one was going to stand in his way or be allowed to hurt him or the ones he loved and walk away alive. I love how protective he is over everyone, not just Doe, but Bear, too. They were really lucky to have him in this book.
Doe has faced so much over the course of these two books: rape, memory loss, physical assault, loss of loved ones, hunger, homelessness, and unimaginable betrayal. There is no denying that it would be a lot for anyone to deal with. Everytime I start to think that Doe isn't a strong character, I remind myself of everything she has been through and marvel at the fact that she isn't dead, deeply depressed, or crazy. Doe endures and keeps going no matter what, and that is what makes her remarkable to me.
If you thought the romance between Doe and King was hot in the first book, then it's on fire in this one. Everything between them is more emotional, intense, and passionate. I love that Doe inspires King to be a better man, and he inspires her to live life to the fullest. They are the perfect match.
Reading about Bear in King made me like him. (Hell, when King pissed me off, there was a moment where I was hoping Doe would just leave his ass and go with Bear. Lol) This book made me feel for him. I am so ready to read more about him in Lawless. Something tells me I'm going to love it! :)
I appreciated that Preppy was gone but not forgotten in this book. Despite him not actually being physically there, his presence was felt throughout the story. I have a couple more books to read before I get to his, but I can't wait!
Though I enjoyed Tyrant very much, I couldn't give it more than 4 stars. The primary reason for that is because I saw the twists coming from a mile away. Additionally, part of the big revelation didn't seem believable to me. I'm sorry to be so vague, but if I elaborate further I will be spoiling a major part of the book. Please don't let that discourage you from reading this though. I have heard so many others say that they didn't see it coming, and it took them totally by surprise.
Regardless of the issues I had with it, Tyrant is a fantastic book. The writing is evocative and addictive. The story is engrossing, intriguing, and suspenseful. The characters are complex, imperfect, memorable, and endearing. If you are, like myself, one of the very few people that still haven't read this series yet, don't wait any longer! I wish I hadn't! :)
The plot was fantastic and always held my interest, but my favorite thing about this series is still the characters. I fell in love with them in the first book, and I became even more enamored with them in this one. If I forget anything about this series, I can guarantee it won't be the characters.
My feelings for King were the most improved overall. He was no longer wishy washy about his feelings for Doe. Him being completely devoted to her throughout the story allowed me to love him so much more. There wasn't any neck breaking mood changes or emotional uncertainty this time around. It is a beautiful thing when a man as badass as King allows himself to be vulnerable in the name of love.
He may have softened when it came to Doe, but in every other way he was as fierce as ever. No one was going to stand in his way or be allowed to hurt him or the ones he loved and walk away alive. I love how protective he is over everyone, not just Doe, but Bear, too. They were really lucky to have him in this book.
Doe has faced so much over the course of these two books: rape, memory loss, physical assault, loss of loved ones, hunger, homelessness, and unimaginable betrayal. There is no denying that it would be a lot for anyone to deal with. Everytime I start to think that Doe isn't a strong character, I remind myself of everything she has been through and marvel at the fact that she isn't dead, deeply depressed, or crazy. Doe endures and keeps going no matter what, and that is what makes her remarkable to me.
If you thought the romance between Doe and King was hot in the first book, then it's on fire in this one. Everything between them is more emotional, intense, and passionate. I love that Doe inspires King to be a better man, and he inspires her to live life to the fullest. They are the perfect match.
Reading about Bear in King made me like him. (Hell, when King pissed me off, there was a moment where I was hoping Doe would just leave his ass and go with Bear. Lol) This book made me feel for him. I am so ready to read more about him in Lawless. Something tells me I'm going to love it! :)
I appreciated that Preppy was gone but not forgotten in this book. Despite him not actually being physically there, his presence was felt throughout the story. I have a couple more books to read before I get to his, but I can't wait!
Though I enjoyed Tyrant very much, I couldn't give it more than 4 stars. The primary reason for that is because I saw the twists coming from a mile away. Additionally, part of the big revelation didn't seem believable to me. I'm sorry to be so vague, but if I elaborate further I will be spoiling a major part of the book. Please don't let that discourage you from reading this though. I have heard so many others say that they didn't see it coming, and it took them totally by surprise.
Regardless of the issues I had with it, Tyrant is a fantastic book. The writing is evocative and addictive. The story is engrossing, intriguing, and suspenseful. The characters are complex, imperfect, memorable, and endearing. If you are, like myself, one of the very few people that still haven't read this series yet, don't wait any longer! I wish I hadn't! :)
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Reading Progress
October 30, 2016
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Started Reading
October 30, 2016
– Shelved
November 2, 2016
– Shelved as:
romance
November 2, 2016
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Finished Reading
May 5, 2020
– Shelved as:
romantic-suspense
May 5, 2020
– Shelved as:
dark
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❤️❤️❤️❤️Paulette❤️❤️❤️❤️ wrote: "I need to start this series"
Hope you like it when you do, Paulette!! :)
Hope you like it when you do, Paulette!! :)
Kaleigh wrote: "How you enjoy this series! ❤️ It's one of my faves! Reading Preppy now!"
Thank you, Kaleigh! :D I'm loving it so far!! I hope you enjoy your book, too! Love Preppy!! ♡♡♡
Thank you, Kaleigh! :D I'm loving it so far!! I hope you enjoy your book, too! Love Preppy!! ♡♡♡
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Thank you so much, Sonya!! ♡ I'm going to tonight!! :D You make me more excited to read it! Lol
Thank you so much, Sonya!! ♡ I'm going to tonight!! :D You make me more excited to read it! Lol
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Kaleigh wrote: "Awesome review, love! ❤️"
Thank you so much, Kaleigh! ♡♡♡ Can't wait to join you in suffering! Lol
Thank you so much, Kaleigh! ♡♡♡ Can't wait to join you in suffering! Lol
Sophie wrote: "Fantastic review Jessica! <3 I'm so happy you love this series ;-)"
Thank you, Sophia!! ♡ I am really enjoying it! :D
Thank you, Sophia!! ♡ I am really enjoying it! :D
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Lisa wrote: "I love this whole series, Preppy is my favourite. Wait until you read Lawless and Soulless :D"
Awesome! I am reading Lawless now! :D Preppy is my favorite, too!
Awesome! I am reading Lawless now! :D Preppy is my favorite, too!
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:D Thank you so much, Haylee!! ♡
:D Thank you so much, Haylee!! ♡
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Thank you so very much, Maria!!! ♡♡♡
Thank you so very much, Maria!!! ♡♡♡