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Wrath

Book 4 in the series:Sinful Secrets

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'Wrath' in the 'Sinful Secrets' series by Ella James is a dark MM romance novel that delves into the complex relationship between stepbrothers Ezra and Josh. Set against a backdrop of angst, plot twists, and emotional turmoil, the story follows the journey of these two characters as they navigate love, pain, and self-discovery. The writing style is described as intense and emotional, with a focus on character development and growth throughout the nearly 700-page book. The plot unfolds with themes of survival, trauma, and unbreakable loyalty, offering a poignant exploration of love amidst adversity.

Characters:

The characters are well-developed, with Josh being a popular yet reserved student, and Ezra as a star athlete who harbors deep emotional scars.

Writing/Prose:

The writing style is characterized by emotional honesty and immersive descriptions, though it suffers from uneven pacing and occasional errors.

Plot/Storyline:

The plot features an emotionally charged love story between stepbrothers Josh and Ezra as they confront personal traumas and societal challenges.

Setting:

It is set in a small town in Arkansas, highlighting contemporary issues of acceptance and bigotry.

Pacing:

The pacing starts slowly but maintains engagement overall, although certain sections can feel rushed or inconsistent.

Notes:

It's the fourth book in the Sinful Secrets series by Ella James.
The story revolves around two high school seniors, Ezra and Josh, whose parents marry, making them stepbrothers.
Josh is portrayed as shy yet popular, trying to hide his true self from judgment in his conservative town.
Ezra, despite being a star athlete, is emotionally distant and hides dark secrets.
The book tackles serious themes like betrayal and the complexity of family dynamics.
Readers have found it emotionally overwhelming, often crying during pivotal moments.
The romance is labeled as a 'dark MM romance' with intense angst and emotional depth.
Ezra's character suffers from traumatic experiences from his past, which affects his relationship with Josh.
The book features a mix of love, survival, and societal prejudices, especially against the LGBTQ community.
Some readers found the pacing uneven and noted some continuity errors, but overall praised the emotional storytelling.
The writing is described as powerful, leading readers on a roller coaster of emotions.
It's recommended for those who enjoy deeply emotional and character-driven plots.

Sensitive Topics/Content Warnings

Wrath contains high content warnings, addressing themes of mental disorders, abuse (both emotional and sexual), and discussions about suicide, making it potentially triggering for some readers.

Has Romance?

Wrath features a high level of romance, focusing on the intense emotional and physical connection between the main characters.

From The Publisher:

From USA Today Bestseller Ella James comes an addictive, enemies-to-lovers MM romance that readers are calling one of the best love stories of the year.

It's true, I'm keeping secrets.

But I just found out one of his...

My new stepbrother is insufferable.

You'd think it wouldn't matter since I won't be here for long, but this guy gets under my skin like no one ever has. All-American, baby-faced, blue-eyed band dork and star soccer player. Everything about him is the picture of perfection-unlike me.

I don't think Do Gooder knows I'm starting senior year late. And he definitely doesn't know why. I've got secrets I'm taking with me to the grave.

Everyone thinks I moved to my dad's small town to play varsity football, but I've got other plans, and DG's trying to thwart them all. He's making my life worse than it already is.

Having him around is a damn plague. But I can fight back.

I found out a little secret about Mr. Perfect. He plays for the "other" team. That ball bat he's got stuffed into his gray sweatpants-it swings "that" way. The best part about this twisted game is when I find out it gets hard for me.

The Do Gooder...he wants me. I don't know why. But I know how to make him pay.

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* This story is emotional and so romantic, but it has some dark parts. Triggers include mental health struggles, trauma, abuse, drug use, and some themes that may be difficult for LGBTIQA+ readers struggling with faith issues. All these things are handled as gently as possible.

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