TijanRomance · Contemporary Romance
My Anti-Hero
- I received this book for free in exchange for an honest review. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review.Prior experience with the author's work led to high expectations for My Anti-Hero. Now, while I found the story to be okay, it did not have the impact I hoped for. In other words, it did not blow me away. My Anti-Hero, introduces readers to Billie and Brett. Two individuals whose horrifying childhood experiences caused them to experience significant life-altering events. These two survivors avoided social interaction at all costs and lived their lives according to their own terms. However, a meet-cute situation at a local television station will bring pleasant and turbulent changes they both never saw coming. Chickens played a role in helping Billie cope with the after-effects of her trauma. After all, they didn't judge her for a past over which she had no control. Although a loving family adopted her, Billie had difficulty embracing them. A knee-jerk reaction to her experiences. Therefore, seeing her gravitate so quickly towards Brett the moment he came into her life was surprising, to say the least. Brett was a complex character. With a difficult upbringing, he faced a life of crime, but football took him in another direction. A sport to which he was introduced late in his life. Despite finding emotional strength and a sense of freedom from playing football, Brett struggled to let go of his past. As a result, he lived his life in isolation until that fateful day when Billie came tripping into his life. The romance failed to grab me in the way I hoped it would. Normally, I don't have issues with insta-love, but this one did not work for me. Lust drove their relationship, and the lack of an emotional connection diminished its authenticity. The suspense element, which originated as a result of Billie's past, intrigued me and had me wondering how it would play out. Billie survived a serial killer when she was twelve years old, and it would appear that a copycat was trying to get her attention. The revelations surrounding this aspect of the story were enlightening. Discovering the identity of the serial killer was eye-opening. As for the copycat, this was a case of the apple not falling far from the tree. Honestly, I am glad I listened to the audiobook. I probably would have given up on the story if I solely relied on the e-book. Teddy Hamilton and Andi Ardnt gave life to the story, therefore making it a pleasant listen.This review was originally posted on Totally Addicted to Reading
- I've been on a romantic suspense kick lately and this did not disappoint. Billie Harm is a girl with a tragic past, there's no other way to describe surviving serial killer. Brett Broudou is an NFL player with a tragic past riding the high of winning the super bowl. When these two first meet, attraction is instantaneous. So how do these two navigate their relationship once problems from their past start popping up. Now, I'll be the first to say that I'm not a giant fan of insta lust or insta love, but this is Tijan, and I went with it anyways. I've got to say, one of my favorite things about Tijan MMC is that once they're in, they're in. OTT and possessive and you know what I love it. What really compelled me to this story was the darker undertones of the serial killer and mystery. I was sure one character was the killer, but was very humbled when the plot twist occured. Watching Brett and Billie fall in love, despite everything that was happening was a joy. The writing in this is fast paced and addicting, I found myself unable to put it down. I haven't read the Fallen Crest series, but seeing characters from another story of hers was such a treat. It really solidified the found family in this book. Huge thanks to Valentine PR and Tijan for an ARC in exchange for an honest review.