I literally could not put this book down. This is the fastest I've read a book in a while. I'm absolutely hooked. MK is such a badass and I love her take no sh*t attitude. Steele is my favorite right now although I like Kody's golden retriever vibe. Archer is definitely an a*hole but I'm waiting for the day he cracks his hard outer shell. Until then, he is on my sh*t list. I don't read thrillers but I love the thriller vibe in this and the mystery behind who her stalker is. That cliffhanger left me hanging by my pinky finger and forced me to immediately find book 2 and start it.

Thank you so much to Bloom Books and the author for this ARC in exchange for an honest review.

This book was SO fun and I binge read entirely in one sitting, and may have started the second book right away haha ! I give it four stars, mainly because I could’ve used some more spice then I thought was going to be included but I hear it gets spicier as it goes and I know im going to love these three boys. Also, our girl is awesome, I love her little revenge fun with the boys. I wish I had more answers near the end, but I know we will get there in the other books, like I don’t trust her father…

Ahh, I love this book so much. This is actually my third time rereading Hate and it's really no shock to me that I am still obsessed. Madison Kate is one of my all-time favorite FMCs. I love her attitude and how sassy she is towards the guys. This series is one of my favorite reverse harems of all time. I highly recommend this series.

It took me a while to get around to the book, I started and stopped it numerous times (hi, I’m a mood reader) but I ended up really loving it!

I went into this with 0 expectations and I absolutely LOVED it. I agree that MK was annoying and her actions of retaliation were childish but I think that's taking this book way too seriously lmao. My first reverse harem and I can't wait to read the next!!

Thanks to netgalley and the publisher for the DRC!

This is one of my all time favorite books! Madison Kate is amazing and Kodiak is my baby boy! Highly recommend this series to anyone who will listen!

I don’t know if I’ve ever devoured a book so quickly. This story gripped me from page one and before I knew it - I was reaching for book two.

Fast paced, unpredictable, un-put-down able.

Highly recommend for the readers interested in a why choose romance series.

Thank you to Bloom Books for an early finished copy. There was no review obligation all opinions are honest and my own.

Rating: 2.5 out of 5 stars

TW: death of a parent (mother, past), violence, murder, gangs, gang violence, explicit language and sexual content, on the page sex, stalking, parental emotional neglect and abuse

I need to come back to this because I don’t have time right now to write this review. Did I rate this book under three stars? Yes. Should you mind your business when you see me reading book two? Also, yes.

I’m so weary of authors selling their books as if they are revenge stories full of feminine rage and retribution and all we get is tepid annoyance, with is overwhelmed by the extreme horniness of the FMC. The title is a lie, there is basically instant attraction she never stood a chance at truly getting revenge.

I know this was originally indie published in 2020 I believe and the books are being rereleased by Bloom Books in 2024. The first book at least is about 100 pages shorter than it’s indie counterpart. I want to know what happens next, but if this is the re-edited version there’s no way I’m putting myself through the original. I feel like the author went back in and made the language even more current. Here, let me list a few:

1. BDE (big d*ck energy)
2. Denial is not a river in Egypt
3. Not my monkeys, not my circus

There’s more but these are what I remembered off the top of my head.

This book is engaging in the way that bad reality tv is engaging. There’s enough there to make you want to keep watching, but you also feel yourself losing braincells in the process. Is this entertaining, albeit juvenile and too meta at times? Yeah, sure but the “revenge” is as lackluster as Den of Vipers, but not as severely lacking and disappointing as Corrupt.

Hey, I can admit Tate James still won though. I read it and I’m writing a review, and I’m pretty sure I’ll follow up with a TikTok. I used to think was a staple in “why-choose” romance they way it flooded Bookstagram feeds, but now I know the truth. If you’re expecting a ton of spice in this one adjust your expectations, since this is book one of four. There is mainly tension, make outs, and one kinda minimal sex scene.

Did I hate this book? No
Did I love it? No

I think the amount of times they say her full name "Madison Kate" really threw me off, lol!
But the story was good and fun and quick!

Absolutely loved this book! I read it in one sitting! Thus has become a one click author for me! Thanks to the publisher

“Madison Kate Danvers was murdered tonight.”
Those words changed my life, and not for the better.
They were wrong, of course. I wasn’t dead. But I was set up.
Someone is going to pay for derailing my carefully laid out future. Someone is going to catch the full force of my hate. How very convenient that someone just moved into the bedroom down the hall from me.

Maddison Kate is strong, abrupt and often times violent. She is everything she needs to be in this wacked out world full of gangs, stalkers and MMA fighters. Often, the reverse harem can be a little forced, but Tate never lets us down in that department. The relationships are believable and don't feel forced. Hate is written that the story and the characters come first and the why choose element is the cherry on top of a very sexy sundae. Anyone who knows Tate's writing knows that she loves leaving us on epic cliffhangers and this one is no different. Pretty stoked to be diving into Liar right away! My hopes for the series is have MK just a little less catty - it's okay to be a badass women and not need to be rude, I also need to know more about the world - the stalker, the dad etc. All of those extra characters are here but not here.

Thank you to NetGalley, Sourcebooks Bloom Books and Tate James for an advanced copy in exchange for a review. All books are available now via EBooks and in rapid release paperbacks.

We've got the dark romance vibes without being too dark. Dare I say a pretty good intro to those wanting to sample a taste of what dark romance is? There's darkness to it, dark themes and of course it hints into the reverse harem area though it doesn't quite get there in this book. This is a good introduction and I'm sure as the series goes on, these elements and hints at what is to come will just be elevated.

This read like a good reality tv show to me, big on the dramatics, characters that you love, hate and love to hate, and of course just the general life is a trainwreck that you just can't look away from vibes. It was easy to get sucked in and all of a sudden I'm left at that cliff hanger going "Well now what!". While I'm not typically a fan of those endings that leave so much unresolved, this one gets a free pass because of just how addicting the story is (probably helps that I read when the series was being re-released and I don't have to wait).

You'll want to clear your weekend for this series and go ahead and spiral into the dark

DNF at 37%. The story and writing for this one were absolutely fine, the only reason or DNF'ing is that I really didn't like the FMC!

"Hate" by Tate James is a gripping and adrenaline-fueled ride through the shadows of revenge and betrayal. Madison Kate Danvers' journey from being wrongfully framed for a crime to seeking vengeance against those who orchestrated her downfall is a compelling and intense narrative that will keep readers hooked from start to finish.

One of the novel's standout qualities is its protagonist, Madison Kate Danvers, whose resilience and determination leap off the page. James expertly portrays Madison as a multifaceted character, balancing her vulnerability with her unwavering resolve to seek justice. Readers will find themselves rooting for Madison as she navigates the treacherous waters of Shadow Grove and confronts the individuals who wronged her.

Additionally, the dynamic between Madison and the enigmatic trio of Archer, Kodiak, and Steele adds an extra layer of intrigue to the story. James skillfully weaves together elements of romance, suspense, and mystery, keeping readers guessing about the true intentions of these dangerous yet compelling characters.

Furthermore, the atmospheric setting of Shadow Grove serves as the perfect backdrop for the unfolding drama. James's vivid descriptions and evocative prose bring the town to life, immersing readers in its dark and mysterious atmosphere.

However, while "Hate" is a thrilling and captivating read, some readers may find certain plot twists to be predictable or clichéd. Additionally, the pacing of the novel can feel uneven at times, with certain scenes dragging while others move at breakneck speed.

In conclusion, "Hate" is a pulse-pounding and emotionally charged novel that delivers on its promises of revenge, redemption, and romance. Tate James has crafted a compelling story filled with twists and turns that will keep readers eagerly turning the pages until the very end.

I loved this story and how much of a badass Madison is and how the boys are described and how she is with all of them and how she is trying to make eveything write for her and her family

In theory I should have liked this, I was really excited for it because I had seen good things on TikTok. Unfortunately I thought the story was not super well developed and MK felt very “not-like-other-girls”. Sad to say this wasn’t for me. Writing style was fine though

Hate by Tate James
Genre: Why Choose Romance
Length: 418 pages(ebook)
Series: Madison Kate Series, Book One

Thank you to Netgalley, Tate James and Bloom Books for an e-arc of this book. All thoughts/opinions shared are entirely my own.

Over the years I have heard so many people talk about this series and when I saw it being republished I took it as my sign to finally pick them up. I didn’t know much about the story before diving in other than Madison Kate was framed and she wanted to get back at the guys who ruined her life.

Overall, I couldn’t put this book down, it was a quick and easy read. The pacing felt fine and nothing necessarily dragged. However, one thing I couldn’t get over was just how many times they said “Madison Kate” and boy was it a lot. There is a lot of repetition in this book where characters will say the same things over and over again but never actually have a conversation about what’s important.

I will definitely continue the series because I want to see how certain plot points end.

thanks to Netgalley for a copy of this book.
this is my review of this book.
I didnt like it. Few pages in i kinda felt weird. very weird how things went going. Maybe because this is not for me, that can happen. If you like it good for you. I didnt.

this was interesting. it wasnt bad but I dont think my kind of book is a reverse harem. i liked the writing style though it was pretty fun

Madison Kate Danvers was what people would have thought of as privileged but then everything changed one night. During Riot Night on Halloween, Madison Kate is framed as being the "mastermind" behind a horrific event where gang violence led to murder and mayhem. Even though she's later found innocent of the crimes, the public still knows her as the person there that night and there always seems to be some stigma surrounding her. In addition, her future plans for college were erased the minute she was arrested despite the not guilty verdict. Her entire plan for the future is derailed. And she believes the three guys now living in her father's house were the ones that set her up. The three very hot guys who want to control her in the guise of protecting her. The same three who she finds irresistibly attractive even though she wishes she didn't. Madison Kate refuses to succumb to their charms because she intends to "get even."

This was an enjoyable start to this series and I look forward to continuing it. Thank you to NetGalley for this ARC.