Worse Than Enemies: A Dark Step-Brother Bully Romance
The first time we met, it was an accident. The second was the night my mother told me she was marrying his father. I didn’t know his name then, but I do now. Hayes Ambrose. Captain of the swim team. Popular, gorgeous, the guy every girl wants, with a smile that's hiding a million secrets. In the beginning I was certain we would become fast friends, until the day I heard a conversation that I was never supposed to hear. Overnight he became my worst nightmare, my bully. He’ll do anything to keep me quiet, and I’ll do anything to discover the truth. Until the truth is revealed and I realize it’s far more terrifying than I ever expected. **This is a full length stand-alone dark romance novel, containing scenes that are not suitable for all readers.**
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🔥🔥Worse Than Enemies : A Dark Step-Brother Bully Romance J.L. Beck🔥🔥5/6⭐️ Morgan and Hayes relationship is a guaranteed amazing read. I loved the chemistry between these two main characters. If you love to read enemies to lovers, big misunderstandings, step siblings by marriage, slow burn, and a book that ends with a happy ever after than this book is for you! 5/5 for me and definitely recommend
I am thoroughly impressed by J.L. Beck. I haven’t come across many authors that have tackled a role reversal on sexual abuse, especially like this. I can usually predict how the story will end, but a well-written plot that delivers a jaw-dropping twist deserves a round of applause. This gave me the perfect mix of emotions. Even snagged some tears at a few points. I am very pleased to have discovered a new author, and look forward to reading more.
I loved this book I loved the story I loved the hate he had and the secret he had it kept me wanted to read more and not put the book down
This book actually has high school students who act their age! The plot breaks and warms your heart at the same time. It deals with serious, sensitive matters in a realistic way. But please heed trigger warnings.
I love this author. What an excellent writer. Abuse is so prevalent in this world. This story embarks on a journey to uncover truth. The characters pull at your heart. Read this book.
First of all: Readers who are sensitive to the triggers of abuse/rape, suicidal thoughts and blackmail should not read this book. The book is written in Morgan's POV. This is important because the action and the subsequent solution to the problem derive from it. The essence of the matter is that we sometimes perceive something, but the assumption alone is not enough to change the problem. Heyes literally has his back against the wall here, but his silence leads him to take out his self-hatred on others. Morgan in particular feels this. He transforms from a victim to a perpetrator. “Worse than Enemies” reflects this well as a title. Being helpless in a seemingly hopeless situation is a very ugly feeling and ultimately leads not only to self-destruction, but also to the destruction of others. This book is emotionally intense, but ultimately also very valuable in its core message.