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I was instantly sucked in by the atmosphere and writing style.
The characters were all very well developed .
The writing is exceptional and I was hooked after the first sentence.

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this might have been a little toooo dark for me. im all for a dark romance but i really pushed through this to try and get through it.

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Sweet Torture by Caz Luan is a bold and seductive romance that delivers both heat and high-stakes drama. While it may initially draw comparisons to the Fifty Shades series, Luan’s storytelling quickly proves to be its own distinct and gripping experience.

The novel excels in its blend of intense romance and mounting suspense. What begins as a spicy, emotionally charged connection soon evolves into a darker, more dangerous journey that keeps the reader invested beyond the surface-level chemistry. The plot is well-developed, with twists that add depth and urgency, elevating the story from steamy escapism to a fully realized romantic thriller.

Luan’s writing style is sharp and engaging, balancing the erotic elements with strong character development and emotional stakes. The “spice” is undeniably present and well-crafted, but it’s the evolution of the characters and the tension of the unfolding danger that truly make this story shine.

Sweet Torture is a compelling, provocative read that satisfies both the desire for romance and the thrill of a high-risk narrative. A must-read for fans of dark, spicy love stories with substance.

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I loved the role reversal with Naz being in charge! She is a strong FMC who takes charge of any situation to try & change her past. I liked the relationship build up with her and Griffin; they truly care for each other and you see how it progressed through the story. The crimes were also a great part of the plot that added mystery and suspense!
Loved the dual POV
Spice 🌶️🌶️🌶️
Thanks NetGalley for the ARC!

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ARC:
Can I have more femdoms PLEASE🥵

Naz and Griffin honestly I loved them together I wish authors write their dynamic more.

Naz (fmc) she is seductive, independent and a lot of confidence within her sexuality. Griffin (mmc) he is a straight up asshole in the first couple chapters, but his growth was so good.
The way he accepted and submitted to Naz had be gagging. He is so babygurl once he starts to lose some of his control and let her be in charge and dominate him. I will say it did feel slightly rushed their romance and instalust, but their relationship was based on a Dom/Sub contact at first.
I ate it up. Left no crumbs.

The plot did start to pick up in th last 30%, so I hope the second book will have more plot going on and a lot of angst. The cliff hanger wasn't as bad was imagined it would be, but makes you want to pick up the second book.

But you bet, imma apply for the second book.

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I received this book as an ARC and wow did it have me hooked. The spice is extra spicy and the ending left me wanting the next book immediately. Our FMC is a very strong woman which I loved. The MC's fight for control in this book and their chemistry is amazing. I will be on the hunt for the sequel which is slated for a December release.

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Sweet Torture by Caz Luan is a steamy, emotionally charged romance that delivers on passion but stumbles when it comes to pacing and character development. The chemistry between the main characters is undeniable, and the writing style is engaging, making it easy to get swept up in the intensity of their relationship.

However, some parts felt rushed or overly dramatic, and I found myself wishing for more depth in the backstories and motivations. While the emotional highs are satisfying, the lack of balance made it hard to fully connect with the characters at times.

Overall, it’s an entertaining read for fans of angsty romance, but it may leave some readers wanting a bit more substance beneath the heat.

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I ended up DNF Ing this book unfortunately. Normally I don’t do that but in this case, that’s just the honest truth.

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ARC Review

-Multiple POV
-He Falls First
-Touch her and Die
-BDSM
-She’s the Dom

Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️
Spicy: 🌶️ 🌶️

I can’t wait to read what happens next!

The ending left me in suspense! Chaos thought he was always in control until he met Naz! This book had me hooked from the beginning but at times I felt like it was dragging.
Overall i enjoyed the book!

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Thank you NetGalley and Caz Luan for the ARC of this book.

Naz displays her creativity through her sexually charged art, and releases her deepest desires to whatever man is willing to play her torturous games. The one catch? She’s always in control. At least, until he comes along.

Griffin Maxwell, CEO and smuggling expert, swears to never get attached, to never have a real relationship. They are always after one thing; money. Until he meets her. She completely enamors him. He can’t get her out of his head, and needs to have her. But, is he willing to put aside his pride and let her domineer? Even more, can he finally let a woman into his world?

I had high hopes for this book. I was expecting to read a forbidden, corporate romance, with some suspense and thriller mixed in. I would say this really walks the line between dark romance and erotica.

The plot is very lacking for me. I didn’t get any sort of world building or character development from the beginning, and after getting about halfway through, I felt as though I wasn’t going to find what I was looking for out of this book. It is about 85% spice, 15% plot. I couldn’t find myself connecting with any characters, and their vague backstories didn’t give me any clear idea of who they are.

I did only get to about 48% through before DNF’ing. I don’t think this was my particular type of book. I will say, the writing is good, and if you are looking for something very spicy, with two equally dominant personalities, this might be for you! I personally felt it wasn’t my taste.

2 ⭐️

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