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Find Me : The Poison Ivy Series Book One
How did it all spiral out of control so quickly?
Trapped in a life dictated by others, I yearned for freedom. But my pursuit of independence led me down a dangerous path I never could have anticipated.
What began as a lifeline quickly unravelled into a nightmare. The deal was meant to help get my life back on track. Instead, it pulled me into a whirlwind of chaos and self-destruction.
Amidst the haze of sex, drugs, and bad decisions, I find an unexpected him. His touch ignites a fire within me and I can't seem to get him out of my head.
As I teeter on the edge of self-destruction, he offers salvation—or damnation. With every choice, I risk losing myself further, but with him, I glimpse a flicker of hope.
In a world where every decision could mean my downfall, I must Embrace the darkness or find my way back to the light, back to him.
Trapped in a life dictated by others, I yearned for freedom. But my pursuit of independence led me down a dangerous path I never could have anticipated.
What began as a lifeline quickly unravelled into a nightmare. The deal was meant to help get my life back on track. Instead, it pulled me into a whirlwind of chaos and self-destruction.
Amidst the haze of sex, drugs, and bad decisions, I find an unexpected him. His touch ignites a fire within me and I can't seem to get him out of my head.
As I teeter on the edge of self-destruction, he offers salvation—or damnation. With every choice, I risk losing myself further, but with him, I glimpse a flicker of hope.
In a world where every decision could mean my downfall, I must Embrace the darkness or find my way back to the light, back to him.
264 pages, Kindle Edition
Published May 20, 2024
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May 3, 2024
THE definition of dark romance !! A debut that leaves you wanting more by E.A Wilde !! Hoping things getter better for our girl Evi
December 8, 2024
This was supplied to me as an ARC and all opinions and thoughts are 100% my own.
First off... Damn cliff hangers. If anyone needs me I'll be reading book two.
This story reminded me, just a little, of Haunting Adeline, but better. It had more class and less trigger warnings. A morally grey MMC, an unstable but relatable FMC, and featured by favourite who did this to you trope. If your looking for a short but satisfying read this is definitely your book!
First off... Damn cliff hangers. If anyone needs me I'll be reading book two.
This story reminded me, just a little, of Haunting Adeline, but better. It had more class and less trigger warnings. A morally grey MMC, an unstable but relatable FMC, and featured by favourite who did this to you trope. If your looking for a short but satisfying read this is definitely your book!
May 20, 2024
I had the honour of having the arc sent to me and MY GOD!!! THIS WAS PERFECTION!!! You love the main characters, Jax and Evi. Literally obsessed with them!! But if you’re like me and you’re a sucker for a side character… RYAN 😍
The book was officially released today but I need book 2 like now lol. That cliffhanger has me rolling on the floor
The book was officially released today but I need book 2 like now lol. That cliffhanger has me rolling on the floor
December 9, 2024
I want to thank Sunny Babe PR for this arc but I just didn't like it that much.
I didn't find it that well written, even though I'm not a writer myself, you can just feel that something in the narration was off. The pace was all over the place. The character had zero development. I kinda get the way the FMC was feeling and what she did afterwards, but that was just a lot and not entirely believable. She was annoying and took zero responsibility for anything. She blamed every one, her best friend even, and she just was okay with the way she was treated.
The book ended in a cliffhanger but I don't think I'll come back for book 2.
I didn't find it that well written, even though I'm not a writer myself, you can just feel that something in the narration was off. The pace was all over the place. The character had zero development. I kinda get the way the FMC was feeling and what she did afterwards, but that was just a lot and not entirely believable. She was annoying and took zero responsibility for anything. She blamed every one, her best friend even, and she just was okay with the way she was treated.
The book ended in a cliffhanger but I don't think I'll come back for book 2.
December 19, 2024
This one grabbed me right off the bat and still hasn’t let go. I love how Poison Ivy is a strip club, but also a safe space for Evi. They aren’t usually portrayed that way. But let’s talk about RYAN. This Labrador, henchman side character stole the show for me. This ends on a scary, intense cliffhanger so have Save Me ready to go! HIGHLY recommend 🖤
May 18, 2024
This book completely sucked me in! I stayed up to 3am without even realising I just had to keep reading. From the little tease in the prologue to the world wind drama of Evi's life and to eventually meeting Jax!
Evi is just trying her best at doing her own thing, cutting herself off from her parents' wealth to pursue her dreams. She gets involved with the wrong guy. A guy who looks good on paper but doesn't treat her right at all. There is a lot of darkness in Evi's life at this stage and I would recommend you check your triggers before reading this.
But soon we see a knight in shining armour in the unlikely form of ex-convict and crimelord, Jax. This is the part where we get the 'touch her and you die vibes', which just so happen to be my favourite! 😍 The steam is all there with these two! And Jax helps Evi be the best version of herself. It's very much he falls first and he falls hard! And I love when the big bad crimelord goes all soft and gooey for her 🥰
A fantastic debut romance novel and I can't wait to read more! Maybe glimpse a bit more inside the Poison Ivy club 👀 and I hope Ryan gets his own book!
Evi is just trying her best at doing her own thing, cutting herself off from her parents' wealth to pursue her dreams. She gets involved with the wrong guy. A guy who looks good on paper but doesn't treat her right at all. There is a lot of darkness in Evi's life at this stage and I would recommend you check your triggers before reading this.
But soon we see a knight in shining armour in the unlikely form of ex-convict and crimelord, Jax. This is the part where we get the 'touch her and you die vibes', which just so happen to be my favourite! 😍 The steam is all there with these two! And Jax helps Evi be the best version of herself. It's very much he falls first and he falls hard! And I love when the big bad crimelord goes all soft and gooey for her 🥰
A fantastic debut romance novel and I can't wait to read more! Maybe glimpse a bit more inside the Poison Ivy club 👀 and I hope Ryan gets his own book!
December 23, 2024
Thank you to @sunnybabepr and @authore.a.wilde for sending me this book for the opportunity to review it!
Let me just start by saying… WOW. Find Me by E.A. Wilde absolutely knocked the wind out of me. I don’t normally have any triggers, but this book is HEAVY—you’ve been warned. The trigger warnings are at the end of the review! And yet, I couldn’t put it down. It’s a masterclass in tension and heartache that’ll have you clutching your chest. It had me whisper-yelling “Evi baby, you’re stressing me out, STOP IT!”
Yes I’m reading yet another book about a 20-something main character confused about their path in life. I’m starting to see a theme here… I digress. Evi’s journey is a rollercoaster of emotions that I couldn’t look away from. The stakes, the danger, the heartbreak—every page had me on edge. As a thriller girly, this was RIGHT up my alley. Wilde blends intense thrills and romance so seamlessly that I didn’t know whether I wanted to scream or swoon half the time.
And that ending??? YOU CANNOT END THE BOOK LIKE THAT, OMG. I was sat bolt upright in my bed at 1:30am because I HAD to know what happened next. No joke, I immediately bought Save Me (book two in the series 👀) because there was no way I could wait to dive back into this world.
If you love a book that’ll emotionally wreck you in the best way, with twists, turns, and intense romance, Find Me is IT. An unforgettable, five-star read. Just be prepared to have your life completely derailed for a day or two because you won’t be able to think about anything else. 💔✨ Trigger warnings: explicit sex scenes, explicit language, use of illicit substances, overdose scene, dubious consent, implied sexual assault, childhood abuse (past), murder (off page), assault
Let me just start by saying… WOW. Find Me by E.A. Wilde absolutely knocked the wind out of me. I don’t normally have any triggers, but this book is HEAVY—you’ve been warned. The trigger warnings are at the end of the review! And yet, I couldn’t put it down. It’s a masterclass in tension and heartache that’ll have you clutching your chest. It had me whisper-yelling “Evi baby, you’re stressing me out, STOP IT!”
Yes I’m reading yet another book about a 20-something main character confused about their path in life. I’m starting to see a theme here… I digress. Evi’s journey is a rollercoaster of emotions that I couldn’t look away from. The stakes, the danger, the heartbreak—every page had me on edge. As a thriller girly, this was RIGHT up my alley. Wilde blends intense thrills and romance so seamlessly that I didn’t know whether I wanted to scream or swoon half the time.
And that ending??? YOU CANNOT END THE BOOK LIKE THAT, OMG. I was sat bolt upright in my bed at 1:30am because I HAD to know what happened next. No joke, I immediately bought Save Me (book two in the series 👀) because there was no way I could wait to dive back into this world.
If you love a book that’ll emotionally wreck you in the best way, with twists, turns, and intense romance, Find Me is IT. An unforgettable, five-star read. Just be prepared to have your life completely derailed for a day or two because you won’t be able to think about anything else. 💔✨ Trigger warnings: explicit sex scenes, explicit language, use of illicit substances, overdose scene, dubious consent, implied sexual assault, childhood abuse (past), murder (off page), assault
December 4, 2024
Omg. The cliffhanger. 😲😥
This book instantly hooked me in. I couldn't stop reading.
Evi goes through a lot in this book. It's hard not to feel for her.
She feels broken and lost.. making reckless decisions...but it's others that take advantage of her that's just absolutely devastating and heart shattering...and angry.
She wants to live the life she wants, not what her parents want. So after them completely cutting her off from the family because she turned her back on becoming a lawyer...she finds herself following her dreams as an artist, but that turns out to be more difficult than she expected.
Than, after landing a job as a bartender, things change....in comes Jax, Mr. Turner. 🫠
Jax...yup. love him.
That morally grey protective personality.
I couldn't get enough of him.
And Ryan, his friend..
I secretly wanted this to be a why choose because I just love Ryan so much too 😆
But that damn cliffhanger!
This was so good, a quick read, lots of spice, as well as suspense.
Thank you @sunnybabepr and E.A. Wilde for the arc. 🫶🏻
This book instantly hooked me in. I couldn't stop reading.
Evi goes through a lot in this book. It's hard not to feel for her.
She feels broken and lost.. making reckless decisions...but it's others that take advantage of her that's just absolutely devastating and heart shattering...and angry.
She wants to live the life she wants, not what her parents want. So after them completely cutting her off from the family because she turned her back on becoming a lawyer...she finds herself following her dreams as an artist, but that turns out to be more difficult than she expected.
Than, after landing a job as a bartender, things change....in comes Jax, Mr. Turner. 🫠
Jax...yup. love him.
That morally grey protective personality.
I couldn't get enough of him.
And Ryan, his friend..
I secretly wanted this to be a why choose because I just love Ryan so much too 😆
But that damn cliffhanger!
This was so good, a quick read, lots of spice, as well as suspense.
Thank you @sunnybabepr and E.A. Wilde for the arc. 🫶🏻
May 22, 2024
She is at a club dancing her heart out with her best friend Sam. It is her go-to place to let everything go for at a night. Forget that her family disowned her after she dropped out of law school. Forget that her dreams of being an artist is getting more discouraging as each art gallery turns her work away. Forget that she has no one who cares.
She wakes up the next morning with a hangover and disoriented. How did she get here? She is in her bedroom, but she is wearing pajamas from her stepmother which she had hidden and never wore. Then she remembers the gorgeous man she bumped into at the bar. He got her safely home and after getting her comfortable left only leaving a note... without a name.
Evi is surprised when she receives a message about an interview at the club Poison Ivy. Not knowing her friend had applied for her knowing she needed a job that paid more than the diner where she was currently a waitress. Sam demands they go to The Heat to dance, drink and celebrate.
Since she met her boyfriend Rhett two months ago at the diner she had been neglecting her girl's nights with Sam. He is everything her family would love. Smooth Southern charm and a law degree. When he offers to help her with her past due bills she reluctantly agrees to his loan not realizing what she has agreed to.
This book is very well written and the characters are fully developed and relatable. First a warning, this book has a cliffhanger... a massive HEA taken away cliffhanger. That being said I can't wait for the next book.
Evi is on a path of destruction not realizing until it was too late that her boyfriend wasn't who she thought he was. But then she sees the face of her savior. A man who she is warned against, but who makes her finally feel safe.
This book is full of triggering items so beware... drug abuse, overdose, violence, sexual abuse and non-consent. She let the wolf in sheep's clothing lead her down a destructive path and finds an unlikely savior who would burn down the world for her.
It has a slow start as Evi spirals out of control with cocaine and pills, but it is worth getting through and the ending is totally unexpected. This book may have taken us on the dark side of drugs, but I feel book 2 is going to a much darker story as Evi fights for her life.
This is EA Wilde's first book and can't wait to see what comes next.
She wakes up the next morning with a hangover and disoriented. How did she get here? She is in her bedroom, but she is wearing pajamas from her stepmother which she had hidden and never wore. Then she remembers the gorgeous man she bumped into at the bar. He got her safely home and after getting her comfortable left only leaving a note... without a name.
Evi is surprised when she receives a message about an interview at the club Poison Ivy. Not knowing her friend had applied for her knowing she needed a job that paid more than the diner where she was currently a waitress. Sam demands they go to The Heat to dance, drink and celebrate.
Since she met her boyfriend Rhett two months ago at the diner she had been neglecting her girl's nights with Sam. He is everything her family would love. Smooth Southern charm and a law degree. When he offers to help her with her past due bills she reluctantly agrees to his loan not realizing what she has agreed to.
This book is very well written and the characters are fully developed and relatable. First a warning, this book has a cliffhanger... a massive HEA taken away cliffhanger. That being said I can't wait for the next book.
Evi is on a path of destruction not realizing until it was too late that her boyfriend wasn't who she thought he was. But then she sees the face of her savior. A man who she is warned against, but who makes her finally feel safe.
This book is full of triggering items so beware... drug abuse, overdose, violence, sexual abuse and non-consent. She let the wolf in sheep's clothing lead her down a destructive path and finds an unlikely savior who would burn down the world for her.
It has a slow start as Evi spirals out of control with cocaine and pills, but it is worth getting through and the ending is totally unexpected. This book may have taken us on the dark side of drugs, but I feel book 2 is going to a much darker story as Evi fights for her life.
This is EA Wilde's first book and can't wait to see what comes next.
June 10, 2024
I enjoyed this read. The spice took a bit to kick in so I was growing impatient but when it hit IT HIT. The FMC drove me a bit crazy, I have a hard time reading about people making the same mistakes over and over again without learning but that’s my personal issue. If you enjoy a morally grey, tattooed, burn the world for you MMC then I highly recommend this book to you.
November 30, 2024
"Find Me" by EA Wilde is a touching story about love and self-discovery. The writing is engaging, and the characters are relatable, making it easy to connect with their journeys. The book explores themes of identity and relationships, leaving readers with much to think about. It's a heartfelt read that resonates well.
December 3, 2024
Thank you SunnyBabe PR for the opportunity to read this book! This was really a story of finding one’s self…it tackled on hard topics of a person truly struggling to find their purpose. I found it relatable at times & also rooting for the fmc Evi to find her self worth and fight for the better! If you love a “who did this to you?” then check this one out 🖤
May 27, 2024
What a debut by E.A. Wilde! I read the book in one day. I found it to be such a refreshing twist on a dark romance. This book ticked all the boxes...great characters, steamy, addictive story lines, and surprise endings!! 🌶🤯📚 Can't wait for book 2!
May 22, 2024
Wowww!!!! I LOVED THIS DARK ROMANCE STORY. Impressive debut and I couldn't put this book down. I need book 2 now to heal my soul! 😂 That ending .... 😳
Thank you to E.A. Widle for this ARC!✨
Thank you to E.A. Widle for this ARC!✨
September 4, 2024
Allow me to remove my jaw from the floor before I point out that this is a debut novel and to say that I am impressed is an understatement. It was a refreshing take on a contemporary dark romance that had a really in-depth plot for the length of it (I read it in a few sits). We sort of glossed over a lot of the build up part of the story, but in a way that just gets us closer to Mr. morally Grey faster which is what we all really want here.
Mr. Turner - more like Mr. Crime Lord who tucks this woman in to bed. Mr. Everyone else better be scared of me but never you love. Jax is something else. I was concerned he fell too hard too fast, but I fell for him after one page so really which one of us is the walking red flag 🚩
And our FMC Evi is a stunning artist dancing in the club with paint in her hair who can’t sell her art and upends her seemingly perfect life that leaves her feeling alone and unfulfilled and spirals into a storm of poor choices. As we go along for this ride with her and feel all of her pain so thoroughly, but we just wish she could see herself the way Jax does. It’s not a light and fluffy read - I recommend you check TW for this one.
Even the side characters had me giggling and I’ve already put in my informal request that Ryan needs his own book.
I loved this book and I love you for sharing it with me before the release date, but I don’t know if I can forgive you for the way this ended. I guess we will find out when Book 2 is released…
I received a complementary advanced review copy of this book and I am leaving my honest review voluntarily.
Mr. Turner - more like Mr. Crime Lord who tucks this woman in to bed. Mr. Everyone else better be scared of me but never you love. Jax is something else. I was concerned he fell too hard too fast, but I fell for him after one page so really which one of us is the walking red flag 🚩
And our FMC Evi is a stunning artist dancing in the club with paint in her hair who can’t sell her art and upends her seemingly perfect life that leaves her feeling alone and unfulfilled and spirals into a storm of poor choices. As we go along for this ride with her and feel all of her pain so thoroughly, but we just wish she could see herself the way Jax does. It’s not a light and fluffy read - I recommend you check TW for this one.
Even the side characters had me giggling and I’ve already put in my informal request that Ryan needs his own book.
I loved this book and I love you for sharing it with me before the release date, but I don’t know if I can forgive you for the way this ended. I guess we will find out when Book 2 is released…
I received a complementary advanced review copy of this book and I am leaving my honest review voluntarily.
May 8, 2024
I had the immense pleasure of reading this book early, and let me just say, WOW! It is a rollercoaster from start to finish that keeps you hooked! You will not want to put this book down because you will just NEED to know what happens next to the loveable main character, Evi.
Evi is a character we can all find a bit of ourselves in. The strong need for love, acceptance and validation can lead us down paths we never expected to find ourselves on and at times, like Evi, we may find ourselves completely lost. At times, we all need a little saving.
Sprinkled with STEAMY sex scenes that are sure to make you blush, Find Me will keep you coming back for more ;)
CANNOT WAIT for Book 2! A definite must read for any lover of dark romance.
Evi is a character we can all find a bit of ourselves in. The strong need for love, acceptance and validation can lead us down paths we never expected to find ourselves on and at times, like Evi, we may find ourselves completely lost. At times, we all need a little saving.
Sprinkled with STEAMY sex scenes that are sure to make you blush, Find Me will keep you coming back for more ;)
CANNOT WAIT for Book 2! A definite must read for any lover of dark romance.
May 22, 2024
so good!
This is such a good read, and the cliffhanger. Omg. I can’t wait for the second. If you’re into organized crime and less than perfect FMCs, this is for you.
This is such a good read, and the cliffhanger. Omg. I can’t wait for the second. If you’re into organized crime and less than perfect FMCs, this is for you.
December 18, 2024
Evi’s life has always been dictated by others, leading her on a path that seeks her own independence. She just never anticipated how dangerous it could be. Evi’s life is quickly unraveling into a nightmare. A deal that was supposed to help her get back on track is pulling her into a self-destructive cycle. Amidst a haze of sex, drugs, and bad decisions, Evi unexpectedly finds a man whose touch lights a fire within her and she can’t get out of her head. While Evi teeters on the edge of complete self-destruction and losing herself further, this man is there offering salvation and hope.
FIND ME is an utterly gripping story that I truly enjoyed reading. The author shares trigger warnings that I do advise you to take seriously. It’s a heavy read at times and a dark romance.
Let me start by saying that I absolutely adored the dedication to this novel and knew that it promised a good time to come.
FIND ME is narrated in Evi’s POV solely. She is a woman who has led a life of privilege, but also a life where none of her choices were really her own, weighed down by the expectations of her family. As she takes steps to find her own independence and make her own choices… well she gets herself into a world of trouble. Her luck and life spiral, leaving her very isolated and crashing quickly towards rock bottom. Her character is very interesting, flawed, and unstable. I loved her and her journey regardless and was really hoping and rooting for some good to come her way.
Jax is one of my favorite MMCs that I’ve read recently. His characterization strikes a fine balance between caring, doting, and protective with some really hot alpha male, bad boy vibes.
I loved the chemistry and spicy scenes that the main characters share - all very well written. As a special note, I absolutely loved Ryan, and I would adore it if there would be a book about him 😍.
I had a bad feeling growing as the novel was coming to a close and was rightly served with an ending that left me speechless and needing more. I’ll definitely be picking up book 2 ASAP.
I would like to thank SunnyBabePR and the author of this advanced digital copy for the opportunity to read this novel in exchange for an honest review! All opinions expressed are my own.
FIND ME is an utterly gripping story that I truly enjoyed reading. The author shares trigger warnings that I do advise you to take seriously. It’s a heavy read at times and a dark romance.
Let me start by saying that I absolutely adored the dedication to this novel and knew that it promised a good time to come.
FIND ME is narrated in Evi’s POV solely. She is a woman who has led a life of privilege, but also a life where none of her choices were really her own, weighed down by the expectations of her family. As she takes steps to find her own independence and make her own choices… well she gets herself into a world of trouble. Her luck and life spiral, leaving her very isolated and crashing quickly towards rock bottom. Her character is very interesting, flawed, and unstable. I loved her and her journey regardless and was really hoping and rooting for some good to come her way.
Jax is one of my favorite MMCs that I’ve read recently. His characterization strikes a fine balance between caring, doting, and protective with some really hot alpha male, bad boy vibes.
I loved the chemistry and spicy scenes that the main characters share - all very well written. As a special note, I absolutely loved Ryan, and I would adore it if there would be a book about him 😍.
I had a bad feeling growing as the novel was coming to a close and was rightly served with an ending that left me speechless and needing more. I’ll definitely be picking up book 2 ASAP.
I would like to thank SunnyBabePR and the author of this advanced digital copy for the opportunity to read this novel in exchange for an honest review! All opinions expressed are my own.
July 20, 2024
"Find Me: The Poison Ivy Series Book One" by E.A. Wilde plunges readers into a darkly seductive narrative that explores the depths of desire and the high stakes of redemption. This gripping novel follows the tumultuous journey of a protagonist caught in a whirlwind of self-destructive choices, ensnared in a life that spirals out of control after a deal meant to secure her freedom instead draws her deeper into chaos.
Wilde masterfully constructs a world where every decision teeters between salvation and ruin. The protagonist's yearning for independence and her subsequent descent into a haze of sex, drugs, and poor choices are portrayed with a raw intensity that captures the relentless pull of her internal and external conflicts. Amidst this turmoil, an unexpected figure emerges as a protector—his presence igniting a powerful, almost inescapable attraction that offers a glimmer of hope.
The narrative's strength lies in its complex characters and the palpable tension that Wilde expertly weaves through their interactions. The protector, enigmatic and potentially as dangerous as the darkness enveloping her, becomes a central figure in her struggle between embracing the darkness or seeking the light.
"Find Me" is not just a tale of downfall; it is also a story of potential redemption. It challenges readers to consider the fragile line between control and chaos, and the possibility of finding oneself amidst the ruins of one's choices. E.A. Wilde delivers a potent mix of intrigue, passion, and suspense that ensures readers are captivated from the first page to the last.
This novel is highly recommended for fans of dark romance and psychological thrillers. It promises an emotional rollercoaster that explores the complexities of human desires and the redemptive power of connections. "Find Me" is a compelling start to what promises to be an unforgettable series, making it a must-read for those who are drawn to stories of intense relationships forged in the shadows of life’s darkest moments.
Wilde masterfully constructs a world where every decision teeters between salvation and ruin. The protagonist's yearning for independence and her subsequent descent into a haze of sex, drugs, and poor choices are portrayed with a raw intensity that captures the relentless pull of her internal and external conflicts. Amidst this turmoil, an unexpected figure emerges as a protector—his presence igniting a powerful, almost inescapable attraction that offers a glimmer of hope.
The narrative's strength lies in its complex characters and the palpable tension that Wilde expertly weaves through their interactions. The protector, enigmatic and potentially as dangerous as the darkness enveloping her, becomes a central figure in her struggle between embracing the darkness or seeking the light.
"Find Me" is not just a tale of downfall; it is also a story of potential redemption. It challenges readers to consider the fragile line between control and chaos, and the possibility of finding oneself amidst the ruins of one's choices. E.A. Wilde delivers a potent mix of intrigue, passion, and suspense that ensures readers are captivated from the first page to the last.
This novel is highly recommended for fans of dark romance and psychological thrillers. It promises an emotional rollercoaster that explores the complexities of human desires and the redemptive power of connections. "Find Me" is a compelling start to what promises to be an unforgettable series, making it a must-read for those who are drawn to stories of intense relationships forged in the shadows of life’s darkest moments.
May 20, 2024
I received a copy of this book from the publisher/author to review for Stephanie's Book Reports.
This is a dark romance. You will want to heed the warnings in the beginning of this book. It will contain triggers for some readers. I will also warn you that once you pick up this book you won't be able to lay it down. This is the story of Evi and Jax. She is a girl who wants to live her best life and do her own things. She has gone as far as to cut herself off of her parents money to chase her dreams. However, she is making a terrible mistake when it comes to dating and dating someone that she has no business dating. He is a horrible human being and treat her horribly. I wanted to punch him in the throat so many times. There are some really dark moments that you are going to go through with her. However, her life is turning and a knight in shining armor is on the horizon. To say he is most unexpected would be an understatement. Jax was once a crime lord and has been to prison. However he is still very much a man that you do not want to mess with but he is also about to turn her life around and help her be the best version of herself that she can possibly be.
I really loved these characters. She is a sweet girl who has been dealt many bad hands in life. Touch and fierce but she also needs someone in her life to. Jax is all alpha male but when he falls he falls hard and fast and I really loved that bout him. he also gives off some major touch her and die vibe. Together they are prefet for each other and I fell so hard for these characters.
This is a dark romance. You will want to heed the warnings in the beginning of this book. It will contain triggers for some readers. I will also warn you that once you pick up this book you won't be able to lay it down. This is the story of Evi and Jax. She is a girl who wants to live her best life and do her own things. She has gone as far as to cut herself off of her parents money to chase her dreams. However, she is making a terrible mistake when it comes to dating and dating someone that she has no business dating. He is a horrible human being and treat her horribly. I wanted to punch him in the throat so many times. There are some really dark moments that you are going to go through with her. However, her life is turning and a knight in shining armor is on the horizon. To say he is most unexpected would be an understatement. Jax was once a crime lord and has been to prison. However he is still very much a man that you do not want to mess with but he is also about to turn her life around and help her be the best version of herself that she can possibly be.
I really loved these characters. She is a sweet girl who has been dealt many bad hands in life. Touch and fierce but she also needs someone in her life to. Jax is all alpha male but when he falls he falls hard and fast and I really loved that bout him. he also gives off some major touch her and die vibe. Together they are prefet for each other and I fell so hard for these characters.
December 9, 2024
OH MY GOD THIS BOOK!!!!!!
I’m not gonna lie, for me the beginning was a little slow but at the same time it was still good..!? Idk if that makes sense but that’s how I thought the beginning was but when the story starts going…IT GOES!!!! Omgggg I feel in love with this book!!
Jax…🤭 omg this man!!!!! He was every part morally grey and I ATE IT UP!!!! He quite literally was the definition of touch her and 💀!!!
I fell in love with him!!! From the minute he was introduced in the book I knew he was going to be it!! And boy was I right!!! 🫠🤭🤭
And Evi! She was okay! I didn’t really like her in the beginning but as the story progressed I started to like her more! I just wished she didn’t go back to her mistakes but at the same time I knew that what she was going through is hard to come back from! But the once she came back and actually stuck to her word I loved her!!
She definitely grew on me!
But I will say Evi and Jax together…OMGGGG!!! LOVE!!!
They are so…🫠🤭🥵😍😍😍
I loved them together and the way that they care about one another!!!!
AND THAT ENDING OMGGGGG I NEED TO READ THE SECOND ON ASAP!!!!! I ALMOST DIED WHEN I READ IT AND THE. I WENT TO THE NEXT PAGE AND IT WAS THE END!!! I ran to instagram to see if the second one was out yet!!!
Overall this book was amazing and I absolutely loved it!! And I can’t wait to read the second one!!!! 💕💕
I want to thank E.A. Wilde and Sunny Babe PR for letting me read and review this ARC!! ☺️
I’m not gonna lie, for me the beginning was a little slow but at the same time it was still good..!? Idk if that makes sense but that’s how I thought the beginning was but when the story starts going…IT GOES!!!! Omgggg I feel in love with this book!!
Jax…🤭 omg this man!!!!! He was every part morally grey and I ATE IT UP!!!! He quite literally was the definition of touch her and 💀!!!
I fell in love with him!!! From the minute he was introduced in the book I knew he was going to be it!! And boy was I right!!! 🫠🤭🤭
And Evi! She was okay! I didn’t really like her in the beginning but as the story progressed I started to like her more! I just wished she didn’t go back to her mistakes but at the same time I knew that what she was going through is hard to come back from! But the once she came back and actually stuck to her word I loved her!!
She definitely grew on me!
But I will say Evi and Jax together…OMGGGG!!! LOVE!!!
They are so…🫠🤭🥵😍😍😍
I loved them together and the way that they care about one another!!!!
AND THAT ENDING OMGGGGG I NEED TO READ THE SECOND ON ASAP!!!!! I ALMOST DIED WHEN I READ IT AND THE. I WENT TO THE NEXT PAGE AND IT WAS THE END!!! I ran to instagram to see if the second one was out yet!!!
Overall this book was amazing and I absolutely loved it!! And I can’t wait to read the second one!!!! 💕💕
I want to thank E.A. Wilde and Sunny Babe PR for letting me read and review this ARC!! ☺️
December 22, 2024
My emotions are still trying to mimic a yoyo… ♥️❤️🩹💔❤️🩹💔
Plot: 5 📍
Spice: 3❤️🔥
Overall: 4 ⭐
As much as I want to sympathize with Evi, I can't understand her logic with some of her choices. I have a feeling we have a LOT more to learn about our girl, and Jax being Jax, probably has more answers than we as the reader. That delicious man has some serious resources!
But until we learn the rest of her secrets, I just genuinely can't fathom why she makes some of the choices she does, especially having been in a "choose bus fare or dinner" level of poverty before, myself.
Regardless, I felt like I was Sam (Evi's best friend) as we watch her descent to nearly rock bottom. I kept hoping *this* time would be the one that Evi makes the right choice. Okay, maybe its *THIS* time? Maybe now?
In that respect, the author really writes absolutely phenomenally! Even while the story is told from Evi's 1st-person POV, you still feel like you're looking in on her story as a bystander caught up in the whirlwind that is her life.
And let's hope that Jax, with this absolute BANGER of a cliffhanger ending, is able to help Evi pick up the pieces (again!) Also, I desperately need more Ryan! Jax's best friend is a total gem and I desperately hope we get to see his HEA!
I really enjoyed this and I can't wait to read "Save Me" next!
Thank you to EA Wilde & Sunny Babe PR for the opportunity to read and review this book!
Plot: 5 📍
Spice: 3❤️🔥
Overall: 4 ⭐
As much as I want to sympathize with Evi, I can't understand her logic with some of her choices. I have a feeling we have a LOT more to learn about our girl, and Jax being Jax, probably has more answers than we as the reader. That delicious man has some serious resources!
But until we learn the rest of her secrets, I just genuinely can't fathom why she makes some of the choices she does, especially having been in a "choose bus fare or dinner" level of poverty before, myself.
Regardless, I felt like I was Sam (Evi's best friend) as we watch her descent to nearly rock bottom. I kept hoping *this* time would be the one that Evi makes the right choice. Okay, maybe its *THIS* time? Maybe now?
In that respect, the author really writes absolutely phenomenally! Even while the story is told from Evi's 1st-person POV, you still feel like you're looking in on her story as a bystander caught up in the whirlwind that is her life.
And let's hope that Jax, with this absolute BANGER of a cliffhanger ending, is able to help Evi pick up the pieces (again!) Also, I desperately need more Ryan! Jax's best friend is a total gem and I desperately hope we get to see his HEA!
I really enjoyed this and I can't wait to read "Save Me" next!
Thank you to EA Wilde & Sunny Babe PR for the opportunity to read and review this book!
May 20, 2024
Some decisions can alter your life from the best to the worst in a blink of an eye. Evangline aka Evi is having a girls noght with her best friend Sam at a night club. Just deciding ro drop out of law achool. Getting tipsy to drunk in a blink of an eye, she bumps into a greek god man dressed in blck with tattoos peeking out. But being a total gentleman he gets her home after passing out. But, the next think Evinknows it she is cut from her family and funds she is left questioning how shenwill pay her bills. Her new boyfriend doesnt see her in the best of lighr. Leaving her doing wuestiinsaboe things.’ But her best friend who she is slowly cutting out of her life, Sam comes in and find her a right opportunity. That opportunity is at The Poison Oak Club. There she can float a little. But goes to her new boyfriend striking a dangerously deal. This pissed me off. But she is a cornered animal and had to do what she needed. Even though she couldve went to her best friend Sam. But anyways, her bad decisions gets worst and she flies close to death. Her family still doesnt reach out and her stranger whom she met at the night club become her night and shining armor.
Now she must come clean and he wants to help, but what happens again will affect her life. This does end a cliffhanger and it leaves us wanting to know what will happen to Evi, Jax, Ryan and Sam. Hello??
Now she must come clean and he wants to help, but what happens again will affect her life. This does end a cliffhanger and it leaves us wanting to know what will happen to Evi, Jax, Ryan and Sam. Hello??
December 11, 2024
arc review
rating: 4 ⭐️
this debut from e. a wilde has left me wanting so much more! i can’t believe the cliff hanger this ended on so if you need me i’ll be rushing to read book 2!
this book was quite fast paced and i really loved the characters but i did feel as though evi’s character needed a bit more development but i also understood that she was basically a trust fund baby until her parents cut her off and maybe just didn’t learn to grow up lol (not sure how else to put it) that being said, the fmc is dealing with a lot of trauma and hardship in her life which OF COURSE, she’s stuck in her ways and needs help and jax was the perfect guy to help her 🤭
jax was her knight in shining armour and i literally loved him for the second we saw him. the touch her and die and the whole did this to you vibes however, were just chef’s kiss though and i was just eating that up!
the book had really great side characters, i loved ryan and sam and i hope they meet 🤭🤭
overall, i loved this book which is obvious since i read it in under a day and i couldn’t put it down. it was well written, the story was great and i did love the characters overall!!
read this book if you love:
💚 dark romance (ish)
💚 touch her and die vibes
💚 morally grey
💚 he falls first
thank you e. a wilde & sunny babe pr for the arc 🫶🏻
December 15, 2024
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
🌶️🌶️🌶️
I really enjoyed this book. Even though I’d read the synopsis, the events that happened took me completely by surprise and I was hooked! The book follows FMC, Evi, as she navigates her way through a dark and difficult time in her life. Because of this hardship, she ends up making some bad decisions, but as the MMC says, “Stupid decisions are easy to make, especially when all we’re looking for is to feel loved and accepted.” My heart really broke for Evi and I was horrified at how she was treated by other characters.
The MMC is a dangerous crime lord who cares deeply for Evi and helps her to heal. He is also responsible for some swoon-worthy spice! 🥵
I read this book so quickly and could not put it down! The cliffhanger ending was brutal and I am very happy that book two is already out as I immediately started reading that one!
If you’re a fan of dark romance with an MMC who would burn the world down for the FMC, then you need to read this book. Please ensure that you read the Trigger Warnings first though.
Thank you so much to E.A Wilde and Sunny Babe PR for my copy of this book.
Tropes:
🖤 Dark Romance
🖤 Morally Grey MMC
🖤 Touch her and 💀
🖤 Who did this to you?
🖤 Emotional Rollercoaster
🌶️🌶️🌶️
I really enjoyed this book. Even though I’d read the synopsis, the events that happened took me completely by surprise and I was hooked! The book follows FMC, Evi, as she navigates her way through a dark and difficult time in her life. Because of this hardship, she ends up making some bad decisions, but as the MMC says, “Stupid decisions are easy to make, especially when all we’re looking for is to feel loved and accepted.” My heart really broke for Evi and I was horrified at how she was treated by other characters.
The MMC is a dangerous crime lord who cares deeply for Evi and helps her to heal. He is also responsible for some swoon-worthy spice! 🥵
I read this book so quickly and could not put it down! The cliffhanger ending was brutal and I am very happy that book two is already out as I immediately started reading that one!
If you’re a fan of dark romance with an MMC who would burn the world down for the FMC, then you need to read this book. Please ensure that you read the Trigger Warnings first though.
Thank you so much to E.A Wilde and Sunny Babe PR for my copy of this book.
Tropes:
🖤 Dark Romance
🖤 Morally Grey MMC
🖤 Touch her and 💀
🖤 Who did this to you?
🖤 Emotional Rollercoaster
December 20, 2024
I enjoyed this one! I'd say Find Me by E.A. Wilde is a pretty classic dark romance story.
Perfect for fans of:
- He falls first
- Morally grey men
- SPICY spice
- Insta-love
- Touch her and die
- Who did this to you?
- Crime lord
- DARK romance
I thought the FMC Evi was relatable, especially because she had some flaws. Jax is so lovely and protective of our girl. Ryan was a fun side character that kept things light, but also offered some great wisdom.
This book is on the shorter side, but the pace is really fast, which I loved. The blend of suspense, spice scenes, and emotional depth is perfect. The cliffhanger left me wanting more!! This is a good debut novel for the author.
I do think some of the pacing could've been a little better, and there could be some minor improvements to the writing. Evi's choices are perfectly human, but could be frustrating to some readers. This is a DARK romance, so many sure to check out all themes & triggers before diving in.
Thanks to Sunny Babe PR and the author E.A. Wilde for a copy of this book in exchange for my honest review.
Perfect for fans of:
- He falls first
- Morally grey men
- SPICY spice
- Insta-love
- Touch her and die
- Who did this to you?
- Crime lord
- DARK romance
I thought the FMC Evi was relatable, especially because she had some flaws. Jax is so lovely and protective of our girl. Ryan was a fun side character that kept things light, but also offered some great wisdom.
This book is on the shorter side, but the pace is really fast, which I loved. The blend of suspense, spice scenes, and emotional depth is perfect. The cliffhanger left me wanting more!! This is a good debut novel for the author.
I do think some of the pacing could've been a little better, and there could be some minor improvements to the writing. Evi's choices are perfectly human, but could be frustrating to some readers. This is a DARK romance, so many sure to check out all themes & triggers before diving in.
Thanks to Sunny Babe PR and the author E.A. Wilde for a copy of this book in exchange for my honest review.
December 14, 2024
thank you to e.a. wilde and sunnybabepr for a copy of the book in tuen for my review
I don't usually read dark romance, but getting the chance to read this book made me very interested in the book. I didn't want to put it down.
the MFC struggles interally throughout the book and is pulled into a bad/toxic relationship. she's struggling with her own demons, and her "boyfriend" makes no move to help her at all. he blames everything on her, and she slowly starts to believe him and what he says. Rhett made me so angry at his manipulation and narcissistic behaviors towards her. I am glad she was able to get out.
with him, she is pulled into bad behaviors and starts to believe that those things will help her, but in the long run, it is only hurting her mentally, physically, and even emotionally.
I really enjoyed the plot and enjoyed reading about Evi and Jax's blossoming relationship. he saves her from abuse, but ultimately, it is Evi who saves herself.
there were definitely some cliff hangers at the end of the book, so I will be picking up book #2 at some point.
I don't usually read dark romance, but getting the chance to read this book made me very interested in the book. I didn't want to put it down.
the MFC struggles interally throughout the book and is pulled into a bad/toxic relationship. she's struggling with her own demons, and her "boyfriend" makes no move to help her at all. he blames everything on her, and she slowly starts to believe him and what he says. Rhett made me so angry at his manipulation and narcissistic behaviors towards her. I am glad she was able to get out.
with him, she is pulled into bad behaviors and starts to believe that those things will help her, but in the long run, it is only hurting her mentally, physically, and even emotionally.
I really enjoyed the plot and enjoyed reading about Evi and Jax's blossoming relationship. he saves her from abuse, but ultimately, it is Evi who saves herself.
there were definitely some cliff hangers at the end of the book, so I will be picking up book #2 at some point.
December 20, 2024
Find Me by E.A. Wilde kicks off the Poison Ivy series with a rollercoaster of tension, desire, and danger. It’s packed with all the best tropes: touch her and d!e, morally gray, he falls first, and so many more that keep you glued to the pages. This story is dark, seductive, and impossible to put down!
How quickly can life spiral out of control? For the main character, what starts as a quest for freedom becomes a maze of bad decisions and chaos. Trapped in a web of sex, drugs, and dark secrets, she finds an unlikely protector who just might be her only hope. The chemistry between them? 🔥 It’s intense and undeniable. He’s everything she shouldn’t want but can’t resist—her salvation and her potential downfall.
This book has me hooked, and I can't wait to dive deeper into the series! If you're a fan of tension-filled romances with dark, twisty paths, grab Find Me ASAP.
#FindMe #EAWilde #PoisonIvySeries #TouchHerAndDie #HeFallsFirst #DarkRomance #MorallyGrayHero #RomanceReads #MustReadRomance #Bookstagram #RomanceBookLovers #DarkAndTwisty #CurrentlyReading
How quickly can life spiral out of control? For the main character, what starts as a quest for freedom becomes a maze of bad decisions and chaos. Trapped in a web of sex, drugs, and dark secrets, she finds an unlikely protector who just might be her only hope. The chemistry between them? 🔥 It’s intense and undeniable. He’s everything she shouldn’t want but can’t resist—her salvation and her potential downfall.
This book has me hooked, and I can't wait to dive deeper into the series! If you're a fan of tension-filled romances with dark, twisty paths, grab Find Me ASAP.
#FindMe #EAWilde #PoisonIvySeries #TouchHerAndDie #HeFallsFirst #DarkRomance #MorallyGrayHero #RomanceReads #MustReadRomance #Bookstagram #RomanceBookLovers #DarkAndTwisty #CurrentlyReading
December 8, 2024
Read if you like:
☑️ Dark Romance
☑️ Morally Grey MMC
☑️ Touch her and 💀
☑️ Who did this to you?
☑️ Emotional Rollercoaster
Have you ever made a deal that you shouldn’t have? Our FMC, Evi, makes a deal that leads her down a long, dark path of self destruction. She has many struggles to overcome but with Jax in her corner I feel that she can do anything. Some of her choices had me yelling at her and wanting to reach into the book and shake some sense into her.
Jax will quite literally burn the world down for Evi and I love to see it. Did I mention he’s a morally grey crime lord? 👀
Honestly I didn’t want to put this book down. If you’re a fan of dark romance with a morally grey male lead and a headstrong female lead this is the one for you. That ending though?! I am so happy the second book is out, see you on the other side of book 2!
Thank you to SunnyBabe PR and E.A. Wilde for the opportunity to read this book!
☑️ Dark Romance
☑️ Morally Grey MMC
☑️ Touch her and 💀
☑️ Who did this to you?
☑️ Emotional Rollercoaster
Have you ever made a deal that you shouldn’t have? Our FMC, Evi, makes a deal that leads her down a long, dark path of self destruction. She has many struggles to overcome but with Jax in her corner I feel that she can do anything. Some of her choices had me yelling at her and wanting to reach into the book and shake some sense into her.
Jax will quite literally burn the world down for Evi and I love to see it. Did I mention he’s a morally grey crime lord? 👀
Honestly I didn’t want to put this book down. If you’re a fan of dark romance with a morally grey male lead and a headstrong female lead this is the one for you. That ending though?! I am so happy the second book is out, see you on the other side of book 2!
Thank you to SunnyBabe PR and E.A. Wilde for the opportunity to read this book!
December 20, 2024
This dark romance novel follows Evi, a woman striving for independence after severing ties with her wealthy family to pursue her artistic dreams. Her journey leads her into a toxic relationship and a descent into self-destructive behaviors. Which many times in the book Evi really upset me with the choices she made, ugh. With all this chaos, she encounters Jax, a mysterious figure whose protective nature offers her a chance at redemption.
The spice level is 3/5
It was steamy with well-written scenes that balance emotional intimacy with physical passion. There are some scenes in the book that shows her toxic relationship with her previous bf. The spicy moments are fused into the plot naturally, adding depth to the characters' relationship. If you enjoy a slow burn that explodes into heat, this book is it.
This novel ends with a compelling cliffhanger, leaving me on the edge and screaming NOOOOOO. I need to know what happens next. On to book 2 I go.
The spice level is 3/5
It was steamy with well-written scenes that balance emotional intimacy with physical passion. There are some scenes in the book that shows her toxic relationship with her previous bf. The spicy moments are fused into the plot naturally, adding depth to the characters' relationship. If you enjoy a slow burn that explodes into heat, this book is it.
This novel ends with a compelling cliffhanger, leaving me on the edge and screaming NOOOOOO. I need to know what happens next. On to book 2 I go.
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