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Pure Heightened ResponseThis supplement helps by improving mental clarity and focus, boosting intelligence levels, memory function, and increasing your level of concentration and alertness. As an added bonus, Pure Heightened Response can provide you with an increased level of energy and improved mood.* Formula Purposes & Benefits Pure Heightened Response is formulated to boost cognitive function, mental clarity, focus, immune function, and energy production. Our product is

This supplement helps by improving mental clarity and focus, boosting intelligence levels, memory function, and increasing your level of concentration and alertness. As an added bonus, Pure Heightened Response can provide you with an increased level of energy and improved mood.*

Formula Purposes & Benefits
Pure Heightened Response is formulated to boost cognitive function, mental clarity, focus, immune function, and energy production.
Our product is synthesized utilizing the latest scientific research and formulated with high-quality ingredients.
Our formula is third-party independently tested for heavy metals, impurities, made in the USA, GMP certified, and produced in an FDA registered facility. 1% of the supplements on the market can match our world-class standards.

 

Formula Ingredient Deck Benefits Of Each Ingredient 
Vitamin A
  • Supports vision health, skin health, immune health, and increases antioxidant support (182, 183).
    Supports antioxidant function via decreased inflammatory cytokines (inflammation), decreased reactive oxygen species, and increased l-glutathione production (master antioxidant) (182,183).
  • Supports visual health via increased amounts of plasma vitamin A in macular (eye) tissues (182,183).
Vitamin C
  • Supports immune, cardiovascular, skin, cognitive, fat burning, and digestive health (97, 98).
  • Supports immune health via increased oxidant, free radical scavenging, and fueling neutrophilic (immune cell) activity in chemotaxis, phagocytosis, and microbial killing (97,98).
  • Supports fat burning by increasing carnitine biosynthesis (molecule required for mitochondrial fatty acid oxidation) (97,98).
  • Supports accelerate bone healing after a fracture, increase type I collagen synthesis, and reduce oxidative stress (inflammation) (98).
Vitamin D
  • Supports exercise performance, immune health, muscle growth, optimal bone health, hormonal health, immune function, increased sexual health, cardiovascular health, glucose tolerance, strength, and positive mood (77,78,79).
  • Supports hormonal health via high amounts of vitamin D receptor (VDR) activity in hormone-based negative feedback loop reactions (77,78).
  • Supports cardiovascular health via improved absorption of calcium, reduced atherosclerotic activity, stimulating cardiomyocytes, and improved vascular health (77,78).
  • Supports exercise performance via reduced exercise-associated inflammation and muscle damage (77,78).
  • Supports sexual health via increased activity of Vitamin D receptor activity of testosterone production (79).
  • Supports immune function via decreases of inflammatory cytokines and aiding immune cells (77,78).
  • Supports joint health via regulating calcium and phosphorus and bone remodeling along with other calcium-regulating actions (77,78).
Vitamin E
  • Supports immune function, cognitive health, cardiovascular health, and bone health (204,205,206,207,208)
  • Supports immune health via neutralizing free radicals and reactive oxygen species, and increased T lymphocyte-mediated immune function (204).
  • Supports cardiovascular health via reduced cholesterol (204).
  • Supports cognitive function via reduced oxidative stress, inflammation, and DNA damage of neuronal tissues (208).
Vitamin B1 (Thiamine)
  • Supports aerobic energy metabolism (oxidative phosphorylation), cell growth, optimal neuronal conduction (nerve impulses), and cardiovascular health (94).
  • Supports cardiovascular function and aids as a neuroprotective agent in individuals with vitamin B-1 deficiencies (94, 95).
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
  • Supports conversion and activation of other B vitamins, red blood cell production and serves as a cofactor for both glucose and fat metabolism (energy production) (92,93).
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
  • Major B vitamin that supports cardiovascular health by inhibiting hepatic(liver) triglyceride synthesis, reducing very low-density lipoprotein (VLDL) secretion, and increasing HDL plasma concentrations (9).
  • Reduces conversion of VLDL into LDL proteins and serum lipoprotein concentrations in plasma (blood) (9).
  • Vital for regulation of gene expression, cell cycle progression, and DNA repair, and cell death (9).
  • Supports healthy inflammatory response via antioxidant and anti-apoptotic (prevention of cell death) properties (9).
  • Prevents pathologies(diseases) such as Pellagra and reduces prevalence of nervous anorexia, cancer, and crohn's disease (10, 11).
  • Supports sensitization of tumors to radiation via apoptosis (cell death) cascade of tumor mass and improves oxygen delivery to malignant tissues (cancer cells) (12).
  • Supports cognitive health by reducing age-related decline of NAD+, increasing quinolinic acid and reducing neuroinflammation (9).
  • Increased niacin associated NAD+ levels have been shown to increase neurotransmission, learning and memory (9).
  • Niacin reduces the prevalence of neurodegenerative pathologies by preventing mitochondrial dysfunction (9).
Vitamin B6
  • Serves as a cofactor in more than 150 enzymatic reactions associated in blood sugar regulation, immunity, cardiovascular function, neuronal health, metabolic, and digestive health (38, 40).
  • Reduces plasma glucose (blood sugar levels) via by inhibiting the activity of small-intestinal α-glucosidases (enzymes associated with glucose metabolism) (39).
  • Functions as an antioxidant by counteracting the formation of reactive oxygen species (inflammatory markers) and advanced glycation end-products (38,40).
  • May support blood sugar regulation in women with gestational diabetes (40).
  • Cofactor for enzymes involved in DNA metabolism (40).
Folic Acid
  • May support proper cell growth and DNA synthesis (65).
Biotin
  • Supports conversion of food into cellular energy, hair health, skin health, and cognitive function (213,214).
  • Enhances glucose breakdown into skeletal muscle tissue (213,214).
Vitamin B5
  • Supports energy production, cell growth, cell repair, cognitive function, increased hippocampal volume (memory), and optimized bioenergetics (burning of carbohydrates, fat, and protein) (96).
Calcium
  • Supports bone health, muscle function, and cardiovascular health (36,37).
  • Regulates processes of bone resorption, mineralization, and fracture repair (36,37).
  • Increases the effect of physical exercise on bone mineral acquisition in the period preceding puberty (36,37).
  • Prevents the development of preeclampsia (36,37).
Iron
  • Supports red blood cell formation, immune function, and antioxidant support (215,216).
  • May increases oxygen uptake into red blood cells of Iron deficient individuals (215,216).
  • May support gut health of iron-deficient individuals.
  • Combats anemia in Iron deficient individuals (217).
Magnesium
  • Supports optimal nerve function, muscle contractions, cardiovascular, bone health, and decreased anxiety (90,91).
  • Supports biological reactions such as ATP-fueled reactions and pancreatic insulin secretion (90,91).
  • Supports reduction systolic blood pressure, fasting glucose, triglycerides, and healthy HDL levels (90,91).
  • Reduces peripheral cortisol levels in the CNS and supports relaxation and decreased anxiety (90,91).
Zinc
  • Supports immune function, skin health, cognitive function, and vision (172,173).
  • Supports stimulation of the innate and adaptive immune system (172,173).
  • Supports the activation of lymphocytes and activation of innate and T cell-mediated immunity (172,173).
  • Supports cognitive function by modulation of neuronal signaling in areas of the brain associated with memory and learning (hippocampus) (172,173).
Selenium
  • Supports antioxidant function, cardiovascular health, cognitive function, thyroid health, and immune health (145, 146).
  • Combats atherosclerosis, high cholesterol (hypercholesterolemia), and type 1 diabetes (147).
  • Supports thyroid health via decreased circulating thyroid autoantibodies in patients with chronic autoimmune thyroiditis (AIT) (146).
  • Increases the activity of selenoproteins that decrease reactive oxygen species (inflammation), increase natural killer activity, and increases glutathione (master antioxidant) levels (145,147).
Copper
  • Supports healthy blood sugar levels, energy metabolism and cholesterol management (143,144).
Manganese
  • Supports enzymatic antioxidant reactions, increased bone mineral density, and blood sugar regulation (148,149).
Chromium
  • Supports insulin function, reduced cholesterol, improved blood sugar regulation, and may lower cholesterol (218,219).
Molybdenum
  • Increases enzymatic reactions involved in sulfite metabolism and detoxification (150).
DMAE Bitartrate
  • Increases acetylcholine levels in the brain.
L-Glutamine
  • The most abundant amino acid in skeletal muscle that fuels immune cells, improves exercise recovery, and optimizes gut microbiome (18).
  • Vital for lymphocyte (immune cell) proliferation (growth) and paramount in neutrophil (immune cell) destruction of bacteria (18).
  • Vital for activation of genetic signals that support immune function and vitality (18).
  • Glutamine is utilized by immune cells at high rates during catabolic conditions (post-surgery, sepsis, burns, and extreme exercise (18).
Glutamic Acid
  • Supports cognitive function and focus (220).
Green Tea Extract
  • A potent polyphenolic antioxidant that supports blood pressure, insulin sensitivity, and metabolic health (26).
  • High in ECGC (epigallocatechin gallate) (26).
  • ECGC is shown to reduce body fat mass, increase fat oxidation(burning) and increase caloric expenditure during exercise (25).
  • Potent anti-inflammatory compound supporting glutathione production and inhibition of pro-inflammatory markers (cytokines) (26).
  • Reduces oxidative stress (chronic inflammation in the body) (26).
Choline
  • Essential for cell membrane integrity, cell messaging, fat metabolism, DNA synthesis, immune support, and nervous system function (62,63).
  • Serves as a methyl donor and as a precursor for the production of cell membranes (62).
  • Precursor for acetylcholine (neurotransmitter) which activates receptors in the central nervous system-mediated immune responses (α7nAchR) (64).
  • Lifelong choline supplementation may combat neurodegenerative diseases by reducing amyloid-β plaque load (plaques of degrading neurons) (62).
  • Reduces the concentration of total homocysteine (inflammation marker) in individuals with low levels of folate and other B vitamins (B₂, B₆, and B₁₂) (62).
Inositol
  • Supports liver detoxification, combats metabolic syndrome, and aids as an antioxidant (221).
  • Combats metabolic syndrome via reduced levels of triglycerides, total- and LDL-cholesterol (221).
  • Supports antioxidant function via reduced levels of reactive oxygen species and inflammatory markers (interleukin 6) (222).
N-Acetyl Tyrosine
  • Supports memory, cognitive flexibility, the executive function of the brain, and convergent thinking (60).
  • The precursor to dopamine and is vital for dopamine synthesis in the brain (60).
  • Supports cognitive function in individuals with high amounts of stress and anxiety (60,61).
  • Increases dopamine levels in highly stressed individuals (60).
Bilberry Fruit
  • Supports vision health, cardiovascular function, increased nitric oxide production, and antioxidant support (223,224).
Grape Seed Extract
  • Supports increased nitric oxide production, reduces blood pressure, reduces DNA damage, increases collagen production, increases bone strength, and aids as a neuroprotective agent (31).
  • Supports antioxidant function via modulation of antioxidant enzyme expression, protection against oxidative damage, and reduced reactive oxygen species (31).
  • Supports cardiovascular health via reduced atherosclerosis, inhibiting lipid peroxidation, and improved endothelial vascular function (31).
Olive Leaf
  • Supports cardiovascular health, antioxidant function, and controlled blood sugar levels (224).
  • Supports Cardiovascular health via reduction of systolic BP, LDL, and inflammatory biomarkers (224).
  • Supports antioxidant function via anti-inflammatory polyphenols that protect against DNA damage initiated by free radicals (225).
  • Combats major inflammatory pathways via anti-inflammatory change involving inflammation pathway (NF-κB inhibition) (225).
  • Supports blood sugar regulation via improved insulin sensitivity and pancreatic β-cell (cells responsible for secreting insulin) secretory capacity (226).
Licorice Root
  • Supports anti-inflammatory, anti-allergenic, and antimicrobial properties (177).
Boron
  • Supports increased bone mineral density, muscle function, hormonal balance, and immune function (180).
DHA (Fish Oil)
  • Vital for optimal cardiovascular, hormonal, immune, cognitive, digestive health, and recovery from exercise (73,74,76).
  • Fish oil consumption of 6 grams per day has been shown to reduce inflammation, reduce muscle soreness, and reduced the perception of pain in exercising individuals (76).
  • Increases skeletal muscle hypertrophy than individuals consuming only whey protein post-exercise (76).
  • Supports cardiovascular health by decreasing atrial fibrillation, atherosclerosis (plaque buildup), thrombosis, blood pressure, and supporting blood lipid profiles (cholesterol panel) (73,74,75).
  • Lowers blood pressure via increased production nitric oxide production and induced endothelial relaxation (75).
  • Supports healthy information by decreasing c-reactive protein (inflammatory markers) in the body and increasing insulin sensitivity (75,76).
  • Supports cognitive health by increasing the concentration of omega 3 fatty acids in the cell membranes of the cerebral cortex and synaptic vesicles (76).
Vanadyl Sulfate
  • Supports blood sugar regulation via improved insulin sensitivity and pancreatic beta-cell function (cells that produce insulin) (227).
Phosphatidylserine
  • Supports cognitive function, memory, and focus, and reduced stress (228,229).
  • Reduces prevalence of short-term memory loss in ADHD patients improved prefrontal cortex (PFC) pyramidal cells function (228).
  • Increases dopamine and acetylcholine release via maintenance of acetylcholine supply (228).
  • Reduces cortisol levels in the frontal Brian regions during stressful activity (228,229).
Huperzine A
  • Supports cognitive function, memory, focus, and combats neurodegenerative disease (230).
  • Combats neurodegenerative disease via improvement of cognitive function, daily living activity, and global clinical assessment in participants with Alzheimer’s disease (230).
Proper Use of This Supplement
Suggested Use: As a dietary supplement take two (2) veggie capsules once a day. For best results take 20-30 minutes before a meal with an 8 oz glass of water, or as directed by your health care professional.

 

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Havinne Akins
Carnegie, US
★★★★★ 5
😍😍 BEST DEBUT NOVEL EVER
Format: Paperback
I’m having trouble finding accurate words to describe the way this book made me feel, but I am going to do my best. To start off with basic elements, the character and world building are phenomenal. I feel a strong bond to not only the two main characters, Ara and Rogue, but to each and every character introduced throughout the book. The author did a stellar job of giving each of them unique personhood. All of the scenes are beautifully described. So much so that throughout the entirety of the book, I could see every scene: the towns, the castles, the meadows, the landscape. I have had difficulty with this and with distinguishing between outlying characters while reading in the past, but I did not have to think to remember details of world or character building because they flowed naturally within the story and were described well. I have read book series before that made me want to be a part of that world, but I actually felt like I got to step into Auryna and Ravaryn! The plot twists!! Although this is not a suspense novel, it still had me on a rollercoaster of emotions and on the edge of my seat from beginning to end. I haven’t cried actual tears over a book since I was in high school (and I’ve read a LOT). This book finally broke the floodgates in the final few chapters. Multiple times. And we love a good cliffhanger. It truly made me FEEL. THE SPICE is a solid 3.5/5. Some of the scenes had me flushed, some had me taking notes, some just had my jaw slack and my mouth hanging open. Bravo, JD Linton, bravo. The relationships: friendships, family, romantic, ALL of the relationships in this book have so much meaning. The author does a great job at making you feel the love, the anger, the peace, the frustrations, the safety, the familiarity, etc. between the characters. Ara and Rogue. I can not say enough and I also do not want to say too much. Just know that I feel like I know them both, to their core. I know what their childhood looks likes, their darkest moments, their biggest fears, their dreams and passions, what they want in life… The POV switches were seamless. I am so happy this author decided to let us see from both sets of eyes. I can not wait for book two after that cliffhanger. And there is SO much potential for at least one prequel, I can’t wait to see where this author goes! I hope this series continues and flourishes. Fingers crossed!
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Tracy and Christina
Bozeman, US
★★★★★ 5
Amazing!
Format: Kindle, Format: Kindle
This book was phenomenal, I devoured it within a few days! For this being a debut novel, it is fantastic and I would’ve thought the author was a seasoned author. I have zero complaints about this book. Let me start by saying that the world building was phenomenal. I could picture everything in my head because of how detailed it was — that’s how good it was written. And I absolutely love the “captive/captor” trope so much, it’s become one of my favorite tropes, so I was pleasantly surprised to see that this book had that. I loved the banter between Rogue and Ara — they’re both snarky and witty, plus with the romantic tension, it made the dialogue that much better. Speaking of romantic tension, yes there is spice but not so much of it that it overrides the plot, which I loved. For me, this would probably be on the 3/5 level of spice. This book had a ton of plot twists and I thoroughly enjoyed it.
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R Spires
Bozeman, US
★★★★★ 4
High on Tropes and Satisfaction
Format: Kindle
This is a great Romantasy book full of action, adventure, and everything you look for in this genre. I won’t lie: it does kinda feel like the author found every common trope from every successful book of this kind and threw them all into this novel. But if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it. Especially in romance, there’s a large audience who has specific expectations, and they want them every time. Nothing wrong with that and many times I’m one of them. I have no idea what defines a spoiler honestly, so spoiler alert!!!!!!! Tropes include: Only one bed at the inn/bar Dissatisfaction with life before hunk appears Lost royalty The chosen one Montage of dress up time followed by shocked hunk Forbidden romance between two from rival peoples Power that cannot be controlled, simply guided/asked Gathering intel at the inn/bar FMC who knows how to fight/use weapons well There’s probably more but no need to list them all. Good story and I would recommend!
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evelynn kate
Pawtucket, US
★★★★★ 5
AMAZING debut novel!!!
Format: Kindle
Plot ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Spice 🌶️🌶️.5 Romance 💘💘💘 Vibes ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Dual 1st person POV - Ara (26) & Rogue (39 - but looks mid-20s: they can live hundreds of years so this isn't that large of a gap as it could've been which I heavily appreciate lol) Tropes: enemies to lovers, fae/human wars (deep hatred for each other), shifters (dragons- MMC can only partial shift with wings), one horse, one bed, touch her and d!e, found family, abduction turned to freedom The Last Storm is the debut novel from JD Linton and let me tell you, you guys NEED to read this. The plot was engaging and the editing was was amazing (especially for a debut novel). Our FMC, Ara, is stuck in her gilded cage longing for a life outside of her small town. She uses her books to escape and live vicariously through the pages (honestly, relatable). After her father announces her betrothal to her childhood friend (to whom she has no romantic feelings for), Ara tumbles unknowingly into a desperate plot trying to stop the humans from slaughtering the Fae. As one can expect from an enemies to lovers / kidnapper/captive romance, Ara fights her attraction and lust towards our MMC, Rogue (the King of the Fae), for as long as she can. Upon seeing Ara for the first time, Rogue is instantly aware that she is his fated mate (not a spoiler). Since she is the General's only daughter, he plans to abduct her and use her as leverage to stop the brutality. During Ara's time in Rogue's captivity, their banter and chemistry continue to rise until they finally boil over and come together (quite literally, and many times I may add 😉). Here's what I LOVED: - Rogue continuously seeks advice from his elders and deeply respects their opinions and life experience and tries to implement their recommendations - Rogue makes many mistakes in the beginning but we see him actively work on not repeating them as the book progresses. The level of self-awareness and his ability to change his behavior was impressive - The magic system is intricate and we have only scraped the surface. As the series continues and Ara progresses in her powers, I'm sure we'll get to see more of this. I absolutely LOVE the messaging system that is used in this book. - Ara's struggles are so human and so raw. She is experiencing so much guilt and pain and hurt and getting to see her work through each of these emotions is inspiring. Especially as her and Rogue get closer and she learns she can lean on him as well, that she is not alone. - While this is the start of a series, there is NO cliffhanger! There's a bit of a teaser of something major that is going to happen at the start of the next book, but it's not a cliffhanger in the sense that we aren't sure if someone is going to live or d!e or if they'll be separated. For that, I am very thankful! This book was so much fun that I will definitely be returning to book 2, even if it takes several months (or longer since this is an debut author) to publish! - Lastly, the cover is GORGEOUS! And I love the title! I'll copy a few of my favorite quotes below so you can have a little taste of the author's writing and the world she's cultivated. 😊 Top Highlights from The Last Storm On days like this, when my heart was heavy and my mind clouded, I resorted to books— to escape, to forget, to find freedom where I had none. If I were to marry him, my face would always be turned to the window, searching for more, and if not that, I would be a shell of the person I am now. I stepped back to admire her, thr0bbing at the sight. She was the most beautiful woman I had ever seen. To ever exist. Nothing, no one, had ever deserved to be worshiped more. All men should be made to kneel before her. But she would have to settle for me. The taste of her met my t0ngue as my scent merged with hers, forever branding her. Mine. I l!cked the wound. Hers. Completely and utterly hers. I didn’t claim her in ownership. I claimed her as my one. Devoted myself to one. With that mark, my body and soul were bound to her. I would never be with anyone else, emotionally or physically. It would be her or no one, until my last breath. “Scream my name. Let everyone know who I belong to.” I had never really cared about the weather before, but now, clear skies meant everything to me, and I was grateful to see another calm morning. “There will never be another woman for me.” He paused. “Ever.” I stilled at his words. “What… Why?” “This”— his thumb slid down across the mark—“ is a symbol of… surrender. I know you believe that it was my claim upon you, but it wasn’t. It never was. I bound my body and soul to you, little storm.” “I also know that it is more than this tiny, insignificant mark on your skin that binds me to you. It’s you. All of you. Your strength and resilience. Your determination to endure no matter what fate throws at you. Your love for love and stories and hope. You are entirely the opposite of everything that I am and I would gladly wear your shackles if it meant I could have you.” My mate. Mine. And then everything shifted and I understood. I understood everything. The surrender. The deep, soul-craving longing. Bound. I was bound to him. Body and soul. Entirely his. “I would’ve waited forever,” he whispered back, understanding. Seriously, everyone.. add this to your TBR!!
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Reviewed in the United States on November 14, 2022
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Ashlee
Draper, US
★★★★★ 4
A Decent Fae Romance
Format: Kindle
** 3.5 Stars rounded up to 4 ** First off I want to say that I found the author, J. D. Linton, on TikTok right before the release of the sequel. I bought the first 2 books to support her release, so congrats to her for the release of the sequel! Overall, I liked the story & plot, I liked the characters, and I liked the spice. The downfalls: not enough development between the characters for the romance, and it leaned a little heavy into the tropes. A lot of stuff is told to you, which could have been used as devices to drive the plot and emotions of the characters. 🛑🛑 Mild Spoilers ahead, I tried to hide the obvious ones 🛑🛑 This is very obviously a fated mates, which is a trope I usually really enjoy. But I wish the relationship between Ara & Rogue had much more development before it's realized that they're mates, instead of Rogue knowing almost immediately and using it for nefarious purposes (at least in the beginning before they get to know each other). By revealing this within the first quarter of the book, I feel like it leaves less room for them to fall for each other organically (albeit with help from the mating bond) and they love each other because of the mating bond. I was disappointed as soon as Rogue know (literally only 5% in) and I literally made a note: "As much as II love a good mating trope, I wish we had to work for it a little more. Where's the fun in just telling us?" I believe that by holding out and feeding the reader snippets of a potential bond, it would've been more rewarding as a reader. I also wish there was more world building - we are told of a war between human & fae but don't get to really experience any of it. Ara is sheltered in her human home, then sheltered in Rogue's castle. There's bits and pieces about what the war has done on either side - but we're more told of the aftermath and don't really experience any of it. Ara's father is supposed to be the king's #1 general - yet he is at home with his family & with Ara for the first couple chapters. Her, her family, nor her village seem to be affected by the 10 year war going on on their borders. I wish there was a little more setup to make this conflict - an actual war - feel more than a skirmish between fighting territories. Linton could also be a little repetitive - with the biggest culprit being when Ara is upset she "brings [her] knees to [her] chest]" and either sits like that or cries. Every time she is upset this phrase is mentioned. I would get it if this was her crutch, or how she copes with grief and stress, but that should be explained why she does it so often or it becomes repetitive. I started to get annoyed with how often she would sit like this solely because it happens every couple chapters. However, I did really like the spice. I love an enemies to lovers trope, especially when it results in spicy scenes. The spicy scenes weren't anything new, but they were fun. Wish there were more but that could also just be me - there is no such thing as too much spice 😂 Would I read again? Probably not, I'm super picky with rereads. Although I did genuinely enjoy my first read through! Will I continue the series? Probably, at least for the sequel. As for #3, kind of depends on where I am with my TBR once that is released All in all an enjoyable, fast paced read
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Reviewed in the United States on March 8, 2024

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