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A deliciously dark side of the classic Beauty and the Beast that didn’t disappoint. Aurora and Beast’s life changed from the first time they met, fast forward to the present and once again their life takes a drastic turn but this time they are together. Their journey was hard to put down with a storyline filled with heartbreak, intense movements, and steamy chemistry. I enjoyed this first part of a two part story that will grab you from the start. I can’t wait to see if these two find their HEA with all the twist that keeps happening in their lives.

What a ride this book was. I was hooked from the beginning. I loved this book. Great plot and pace.

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It was a good read to pass time for sure but I have to agree with a few other ratings here – Lots of plot holes…some things didn’t make sense? Definitely the gloves. I guessed the plot twist from the start of the book to be honest. Also, why would she continue to call him “Beast”. I’m sorry but that made me so annoyed. For someone who “really cares for him” she really didn’t ask for his real name? (Which hey, if he can remember how got to where he was and became who he was…he should remember his actual name) or at least asked if there’s an alternative he would rather use? So much for constantly telling everyone that “He’s not a thing! He’s a human!!!” ….. but she also calls him Beast? Smh. Lots of unrealistic details like the flower saved after all those years? But overall, I enjoyed the story, definitely had more potential but it helped me pass some time.

I’ve never read anything from this author before but it is so good and dark! Beast meets Aurora when he’s sent to kill her father. Beast is a killing machine and has been ordered to kill everyone. But when Beast sees her he can’t go through with it. So he takes her back to his owner because he knows everything Beast does so he has no choice. This begins the craziest ride you will ever be on. Beast is caged, tortured and terrifying but there’s just something about him that draws Aurora in. This book ends on a cliffhanger but Beauty, the next book in this duet is out. I bought it as fast as I could, I had to know what was next! Somehow this author threads the needle between way too far and just far enough. The chemistry is electric despite the horrible situation they’re in. Everything seems so hopeless but somehow they keep fighting and I loved it. This book also has a mystery surrounding Aurora that will break your heart. Her father is terrible to her but she loves him still and Beast is opening her eyes to his perfidy. One-click this baby if you like it dark and sexy!

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This was a strange book. Some of the plot details were a bit convenient and a little far-fetched, but that didn't really bother me too much while reading because the writing style is extremely immersive. It sucked me into that dark dungeon room with Aurora and Beast, and I felt every bit of what they were experiencing. It definitely tugged at my heartstrings.

I will say I have 2 major criticisms. First and foremost is the way Aurora calls the MMC Beast throughout the whole book. She openly corrects the guards and even Lex when they refer to him as a beast and a dog and so on, but she never bothers to learn his real name for herself. Referring to him as Beast makes her feelings toward him seem all the more self-serving and shallow, and frankly, I hated it.

Secondly, the book could benefit from some good editing. There were a few places here and there where repetition or bad grammar broke the story's immersion because I had to pause to figure out what the author meant.

I will warn that the story is very dark. Like there was a scene toward the end that literally made me nauseous while reading, and it really drove home the reality that being a slave means absolutely nothing is sacred or private, and that rattled me a little.

Overall, I enjoyed the story and will read the 2nd book to finish it.

I’ve never read anything from this author before but it is so good and dark! Beast meets Aurora when he’s sent to kill her father. Beast is a killing machine and has been ordered to kill everyone. But when Beast sees her he can’t go through with it. So he takes her back to his owner because he knows everything Beast does so he has no choice. This begins the craziest ride you will ever be on. Beast is caged, tortured and terrifying but there’s just something about him that draws Aurora in. This book ends on a cliffhanger but Beauty, the next book in this duet is out. I bought it as fast as I could, I had to know what was next! Somehow this author threads the needle between way too far and just far enough. The chemistry is electric despite the horrible situation they’re in. Everything seems so hopeless but somehow they keep fighting and I loved it. This book also has a mystery surrounding Aurora that will break your heart. Her father is terrible to her but she loves him still and Beast is opening her eyes to his perfidy. One-click this baby if you like it dark and sexy!

The story was unique and interesting. However as others have mentioned, there were some glaring plot holes. I genuinely felt bad for the characters at different times. I didn't hate it, but won't be reading the second book.

This is NOT a stand-alone read. It is the first part of a Duet. Fortunately the second part is available now to read, so even though this DOES END ON A CLIFFHANGER, you don’t have to wait to find out happens.

** From the beginning to the end is nothing but scenes not suitable for sensitive readers. There are trigger warnings listed on Clarissa Wild’s wenbsite and I have included a listing of topics below. **

⛔️ If you have not read the story, the following may contain spoilers, otherwise I can adequately explain why the lower rating.

There are some grammatical issues, of which I uploaded my notes to goodreads for anyone interested. These were mainly comprised of extra inserted words, missing words, typos and/or incorrect word choices. I mention these for readers such as myself that visualize the story as it is read, because errors interrupt the flow and visualization.

I didn’t rate this 5 stars because there were times it was a little too repetitive with Aurora’s thoughts. Then there are some data inconsistencies, I highlighted a couple in my notes. Here are a few examples: Beast has been treated as a Dog in every way, but he somehow understands electronics, while somehow being uneducated enough he doesn’t understand the definition of what a friend is? Then Aurora gets shot in one scene, but doesn’t receive any medical attention and nothing is ever mentioned again. Things like this within the story needs to be explained or corrected.

⛔️ Contains references to, or scenes detailing, subject matter that may be a trigger or offensive to some, including, but not limited to: adult language; derogatory terms; mental health challenges of depression, PTSD and anxiety; steamy adult intimate scenes with consensual / non-consensual acts, (attempted) rape, voyeurism, exhibitionism, blood play, breath play, etc.; violence such as kidnapping, enforced long-term captivity with inhumane treatment and conditions, murder / death, torture, assault, fighting, betrayal, blackmail, coercion, human trafficking, child neglect, mental, physical and sexual abuse of children and adults, drug use and distribution, gun running, gambling, loan sharks, mafia organizations, etc.

I'm not so sure about the adult versions of fairy tales usually I can't get into them. But I read it because it had the mafia twist to it as well. I am SO glad I did too. It was well worth staying up all night just to finish it. I literally couldn't put it down.
Auroras life has this undertone of poor girl what has she gone through? Besides her dad being cold and callous! Then she meets beast who truly has had no life outside his cage, except for kill kill kill. Yet the effect they have on each other wow. Excited for Beauty to come out. Another one I found out I had to wait to be released had me shouting " on come on, not again " 😂😂

A deliciously dark side of the classic Beauty and the Beast that didn’t disappoint. Aurora and Beast’s life changed from the first time they met, fast forward to the present and once again their life takes a drastic turn but this time they are together. Their journey was hard to put down with a storyline filled with heartbreak, intense movements, and steamy chemistry. I enjoyed this first part of a two part story that will grab you from the start. I can’t wait to see if these two find their HEA with all the twist that keeps happening in their lives.

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Wow, this is a rollercoaster ride. This is a complicated and compelling story that will keep you up til the wee hours. And there’s a whopper of a cliffhanger at the end but the next book is out shortly. The story revolves around Aurora and Beast. He was sold to the Mafia as a child. Then then tore his little life apart, teaching him to hunt and kill for them. He was housed in a cement cell with iron bars. It’s heartbreaking. He wants out and will do anything to be free until he meets Aurora. He was ordered to hunt her father but when he sees her, he changes his mind about the job. He wants this woman, he feels he can’t live without her. She’s been sheltered her whole life, by her father. Beast breaks into their house, but her father escapes leaving her. Then Beast returns with Aurora instead and his master isn’t happy.

I enjoyed it, but it is not for the faint of heart. But nonetheless a good book with an intriguing storyline

Oh my god , what a crazy book , lots of ups and downs & twists and turns . The way she was strong & he would do anything for her

Oh my gosh, what a fantastic read!! I absolutely fell in love with Beast and Aurora! This tore my heart out in the best of ways. I knew what was coming, but even knowing it was coming didn't prepare me for what it would do to my heart when it came… Just wow. I can't wait for the conclusion of this one, and based on the other Clarissa Wild novels I've read, I'm sure it'll be an epic conclusion to the duet. Loved it!

Wow, this is a rollercoaster ride. This is a complicated and compelling story that will keep you up til the wee hours. And there’s a whopper of a cliffhanger at the end but the next book is out shortly. The story revolves around Aurora and Beast. He was sold to the Mafia as a child. Then then tore his little life apart, teaching him to hunt and kill for them. He was housed in a cement cell with iron bars. It’s heartbreaking. He wants out and will do anything to be free until he meets Aurora. He was ordered to hunt her father but when he sees her, he changes his mind about the job. He wants this woman, he feels he can’t live without her. She’s been sheltered her whole life, by her father. Beast breaks into their house, but her father escapes leaving her. Then Beast returns with Aurora instead and his master isn’t happy.

I loved this book and although the small twist at the end was predictable I’ve thoroughly enjoyed the journey of these characters!
Time to sink my teeth into the second and hopefully get the HEA I’m hoping and praying for!!!