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Tangled Vows
One year. Five million dollars. A proposal she can't refuse.
Escort Ruby Scott is used to waking up in the bed of a wealthy woman. What she isn¡¯t expecting is to wake up with a ring on her finger and married to Yvonne Maxwell, one of the executives behind the Mistress Media empire, a woman as alluring as she is cold.
For ten years, Yvonne has been sitting on an inheritance she can't touch until she¡¯s married. An encounter with an escort in a red dress presents the perfect solution¡ªa marriage of convenience. In exchange for a year playing the role of her wife, Yvonne offers Ruby a life of glamour, decadence, and more money than Ruby ever dreamed of.
Yvonne is adamant that they keep their arrangement strictly business. But as Ruby's submissive side awakens, Yvonne can't resist the temptation to make Ruby hers, and Ruby is intoxicated by the commanding woman and the release Yvonne grants her.
As Ruby falls deeper into Yvonne¡¯s seductive world of luxury and power games, both women struggle to keep their hearts from getting caught up in the passion between them. When their inner demons emerge and their fake marriage plot is threatened, Ruby and Yvonne find they have far more to lose than just the inheritance.
Don¡¯t miss the first book in this brand new series of sizzling standalone lesbian romances from the bestselling author of Being Hers.
Escort Ruby Scott is used to waking up in the bed of a wealthy woman. What she isn¡¯t expecting is to wake up with a ring on her finger and married to Yvonne Maxwell, one of the executives behind the Mistress Media empire, a woman as alluring as she is cold.
For ten years, Yvonne has been sitting on an inheritance she can't touch until she¡¯s married. An encounter with an escort in a red dress presents the perfect solution¡ªa marriage of convenience. In exchange for a year playing the role of her wife, Yvonne offers Ruby a life of glamour, decadence, and more money than Ruby ever dreamed of.
Yvonne is adamant that they keep their arrangement strictly business. But as Ruby's submissive side awakens, Yvonne can't resist the temptation to make Ruby hers, and Ruby is intoxicated by the commanding woman and the release Yvonne grants her.
As Ruby falls deeper into Yvonne¡¯s seductive world of luxury and power games, both women struggle to keep their hearts from getting caught up in the passion between them. When their inner demons emerge and their fake marriage plot is threatened, Ruby and Yvonne find they have far more to lose than just the inheritance.
Don¡¯t miss the first book in this brand new series of sizzling standalone lesbian romances from the bestselling author of Being Hers.
270 pages, Kindle Edition
First published February 26, 2020
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Anna Stone
21?books1,417?followersAnna Stone is the author of lesbian romance bestsellers Being Hers, Tangled Vows, and more. Her sizzling sapphic romances feature strong, passionate women who love women. In every one of her books, you¡¯ll find off-the-charts spice and a guaranteed happily ever after.
Anna lives in Australia with her fianc¨¦e and their two cats. When she isn't writing, she can usually be found with a coffee in one hand and a book in the other.
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April 11, 2020
I enjoyed this one quite a bit and found it hard to put down. I wish there weren't so many references to their bdsm preferences being "twisted". Overall I had fun with it.
September 9, 2020
Anna Stone knows how to consistently give me a sexy, BDSM-laced, romantic tale with all the money and delicious dialogue in tow.
For some reason, I give Stone the leeway to just take me on a journey, even amongst the mansions and unimaginable wealth of Mistress Yvonne (hot, hot Ice Queen) and previous characters in other books. On a normal day, I'm much more realistic about my ideals concerning money, but for stories like these, I let it all go for the sake of the fairy tale feeling.
Once Ruby and Yvonne cross that threshold into domme-sub, it really takes off. My, how I squirmed through reading these erotic scenes.
The drama doesn't take long to resolve, which works for me. I was a little curious about Ruby's background beyond what we're told.
This story did what it had to do. 4.5 stars!
For some reason, I give Stone the leeway to just take me on a journey, even amongst the mansions and unimaginable wealth of Mistress Yvonne (hot, hot Ice Queen) and previous characters in other books. On a normal day, I'm much more realistic about my ideals concerning money, but for stories like these, I let it all go for the sake of the fairy tale feeling.
Once Ruby and Yvonne cross that threshold into domme-sub, it really takes off. My, how I squirmed through reading these erotic scenes.
The drama doesn't take long to resolve, which works for me. I was a little curious about Ruby's background beyond what we're told.
This story did what it had to do. 4.5 stars!
May 5, 2020
Tangled Vows is about Ruby, an escort girl looking for a new client and Yvonne, a successful woman about to lose her inheritance if she doesn't marry and quickly. Their interest align and after too many drinks, they wake up with a ring on their finger. Now, the synopsis isn't original I'll admit but it was a nice change to read a f/f romance with that trope.
Yvonne was described as a dominant woman having specific and "twisted" desires when it came to her lovers and therefore, I expected something darker maybe a little more hardcore bdsm. However, in the end, while she liked to dominate her submissive, it still felt tame and a little vanilla. Doesn't mean I didn't enjoy it though!
Overall, Tangled Vows was an easy & sexy read and I'm curious to read more by this author.
Yvonne was described as a dominant woman having specific and "twisted" desires when it came to her lovers and therefore, I expected something darker maybe a little more hardcore bdsm. However, in the end, while she liked to dominate her submissive, it still felt tame and a little vanilla. Doesn't mean I didn't enjoy it though!
Overall, Tangled Vows was an easy & sexy read and I'm curious to read more by this author.
January 22, 2021
Just what I expected from a Ms. Stone novel. No surprises, some hot sex, sub/domme themes, atrocious family members, HEA. A fun read!
June 19, 2020
If you have read anything written by Anna Stone, then you know what to expect... someone young and someone older, rich and not too rich ladies and some kinkiness included. Stay away if you don¡¯t like the themes...
April 2, 2022
Okay so here¡¯s the thing with Stone¡¯s novels. They¡¯re brilliantly written, consensual, safe BDSM, WLW spicy romance novels. And they¡¯re great.
Stone¡¯s writing is always captivating, well written and fluid.
My issue lies with two things. A) plot B)repetition.
First of all some of the plots are *sighs in gay* very out there, unbelievable and fanfic styled. I¡¯ve read three of these over the course of a couple days and the repetition is just¡ not great if you¡¯re planning on reading multiple Stone books.
Whilst the plot line vaguely changes, their ages are always the same ish (mid thirties to 40¡¯s and an age gap with a ¡®younger¡¯ gal normally 23-25)
Their kinks are always fairly tame and very similar across novels (there¡¯s not much outside of spanking, rope/cuff play and straps.)
And their backgrounds or issues with previous masters or bad sub-drop experiences are very similar throughout.
Anna Stone is a good writer don¡¯t get me wrong, it¡¯s just they lack so much variation between stories.
Stone¡¯s writing is always captivating, well written and fluid.
My issue lies with two things. A) plot B)repetition.
First of all some of the plots are *sighs in gay* very out there, unbelievable and fanfic styled. I¡¯ve read three of these over the course of a couple days and the repetition is just¡ not great if you¡¯re planning on reading multiple Stone books.
Whilst the plot line vaguely changes, their ages are always the same ish (mid thirties to 40¡¯s and an age gap with a ¡®younger¡¯ gal normally 23-25)
Their kinks are always fairly tame and very similar across novels (there¡¯s not much outside of spanking, rope/cuff play and straps.)
And their backgrounds or issues with previous masters or bad sub-drop experiences are very similar throughout.
Anna Stone is a good writer don¡¯t get me wrong, it¡¯s just they lack so much variation between stories.
February 8, 2021
¡°How could I ever think you were broken? Sometimes you¡¯re so perfect, I don¡¯t know what to do with you.¡±
2.5 stars. This was fine! I don't have any complaints about it really, but it didn't wow me in any particular way. I went into it knowing that it was a rich girl/poor girl romance, which I don't love, but I still gave it a chance because it's a fake marriage situation, which I ADORE. And it was okay. I didn't get as many 'oh no we need to pretend to be in love!' scenes as I'd have liked, but the entire thing was well enough written to keep me engaged. That wasn't true all the way through the book; at first I felt like the characters were kind of lacklustre. But then they got some more depth, and we got a little more insight into them, and they had a few really sweet and touching moments, and I started to like them as a couple.
Also, I like BDSM elements in books, but they can be pretty hit or miss for me. This, happily, was mostly a hit.
So yeah. I wasn't wowed, but I wasn't disappointed!
December 28, 2024
? 4.5 stars
This series is such an easy read, as always.
I loved this book. Both Ruby and Yvonne are lovely characters. Ice queens are always a big favorite of mine. All the chapters are short and well written.
I wish I could re-read this series as if it were the first time. Since then, I haven't been able to put any of Anna Stone's books down. I can't wait to continue the series while listening to the audiobook.
Overall, if you're looking for an easy to read series that works as a standalone, this one is a great pick. You'll find an ice queen, lots of spice, and just the right amount of BDSM to make it enjoyable.
This series is such an easy read, as always.
I loved this book. Both Ruby and Yvonne are lovely characters. Ice queens are always a big favorite of mine. All the chapters are short and well written.
I wish I could re-read this series as if it were the first time. Since then, I haven't been able to put any of Anna Stone's books down. I can't wait to continue the series while listening to the audiobook.
Overall, if you're looking for an easy to read series that works as a standalone, this one is a great pick. You'll find an ice queen, lots of spice, and just the right amount of BDSM to make it enjoyable.
April 14, 2020
3 stars - Exactly what you expect from Anna Stone, a sexy, easy read.
January 6, 2021
4.5 Stars for Tangled Vows by Anna Stone read by Lexy Rebe. This was a great story. I really liked the characters and the interesting situation they were put in.
December 30, 2024
A short book full of intensity.
The chapters of this book are short and very well written. The read is smooth and easy, you become unaware of time while reading it. I love this kind of writing, not slow, not dense. Is always a pleasure to read a book with this quality.
About the story, the main characters were sweet and lovely. The story between them wasn't what I like, but I loved the book anyway. The BDSM elements were good and enjoyable.
Another great book of Anna Stone, I hope she will publish more books.
The chapters of this book are short and very well written. The read is smooth and easy, you become unaware of time while reading it. I love this kind of writing, not slow, not dense. Is always a pleasure to read a book with this quality.
About the story, the main characters were sweet and lovely. The story between them wasn't what I like, but I loved the book anyway. The BDSM elements were good and enjoyable.
Another great book of Anna Stone, I hope she will publish more books.
August 9, 2023
I¡¯m obsessed with Anna Stone¡¯s books. I enjoyed Tangled Vows just like I have enjoyed every other book of hers that I have read.
This book was semi-different compared to her other ones, but it was just as good. I loved how it was a dual POV, and I loved everything about Yvonne and Ruby, from their personality to the way they act with each other.
Now, on to the next Anna Stone book!
Rating:
4/5
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This book was semi-different compared to her other ones, but it was just as good. I loved how it was a dual POV, and I loved everything about Yvonne and Ruby, from their personality to the way they act with each other.
Now, on to the next Anna Stone book!
Rating:
4/5
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March 2, 2020
I RECEIVED AN ARC COPY OF THE BOOK DIRECT FROM THE AUTHOR AND VOLUNTARILY LEAVING MY REVIEW.
THIS IS BOOK ONE IN A NEW SERIES BY THE AUTHOR.
WOW WOW WOW WOW WOW ... I DIDN'T THINK MS STONE COULD GET ANY BETTER AS SHE IS A FANTASTIC AUTHOR BUT SHE HAS OUTDONE HERSELF WITH THIS ONE. I THINK I HAVE FOUND MY NEW FAVOURITE FROM HER.
YVONNE IS ONE FIFTH OF THE OWNERS OF MISTRESS MEDIA. IN ORDER FOR HER TO CLAIM HER INHERITANCE FROM HER FATHER SHE NEEDS TO BE MARRIED WITHIN 10 YEARS AND THE DEADLINE IS FAST APPROACHING.
RUBY IS AN ESCORT. SHE IS SHORT ON CASH AND NEEDS MONEY FAST TO KEEP A ROOF ABOVE HER HEAD AND PAY OF SOME OF HER DEBTS.
I JUST HAVE TO SAY THAT THIS BOOK JUST BLOW ME AWAY. ONCE I STARTED READING I AUTOMATICALLY LOST ALL TRACK OF TIME AND STAYED UP HALF THE NIGHT JUST TO FINISH IT.
I LOVED BOTH MAIN CHARACTERS OF RUBY AND YVONNE. THE BOOK IS WELL WRITTEN WITH VERY LIKEABLE CHARACTERS. I COULDN'T GET ENOUGH OF THE PAIR. THEY MEET AT A BAR IN VEGAS AND BEFORE THEY KNOW IT THEY REALISE THE NEXT MORNING THAT THEY GOT MARRIED, NEITHER ONE REMEMBERING ANYTHING ABOUT IT. THEN THE FUN BEGINS. GREAT STORY LINE, GREAT CHARACTERS AND PACE WAS JUST RIGHT.
DEFINITELY RECOMMEND READING THIS ONE AND ALL THE AUTHORS OTHER WORKS. YOU WILL NOT BE DISAPPOINTED.
THIS IS BOOK ONE IN A NEW SERIES BY THE AUTHOR.
WOW WOW WOW WOW WOW ... I DIDN'T THINK MS STONE COULD GET ANY BETTER AS SHE IS A FANTASTIC AUTHOR BUT SHE HAS OUTDONE HERSELF WITH THIS ONE. I THINK I HAVE FOUND MY NEW FAVOURITE FROM HER.
YVONNE IS ONE FIFTH OF THE OWNERS OF MISTRESS MEDIA. IN ORDER FOR HER TO CLAIM HER INHERITANCE FROM HER FATHER SHE NEEDS TO BE MARRIED WITHIN 10 YEARS AND THE DEADLINE IS FAST APPROACHING.
RUBY IS AN ESCORT. SHE IS SHORT ON CASH AND NEEDS MONEY FAST TO KEEP A ROOF ABOVE HER HEAD AND PAY OF SOME OF HER DEBTS.
I JUST HAVE TO SAY THAT THIS BOOK JUST BLOW ME AWAY. ONCE I STARTED READING I AUTOMATICALLY LOST ALL TRACK OF TIME AND STAYED UP HALF THE NIGHT JUST TO FINISH IT.
I LOVED BOTH MAIN CHARACTERS OF RUBY AND YVONNE. THE BOOK IS WELL WRITTEN WITH VERY LIKEABLE CHARACTERS. I COULDN'T GET ENOUGH OF THE PAIR. THEY MEET AT A BAR IN VEGAS AND BEFORE THEY KNOW IT THEY REALISE THE NEXT MORNING THAT THEY GOT MARRIED, NEITHER ONE REMEMBERING ANYTHING ABOUT IT. THEN THE FUN BEGINS. GREAT STORY LINE, GREAT CHARACTERS AND PACE WAS JUST RIGHT.
DEFINITELY RECOMMEND READING THIS ONE AND ALL THE AUTHORS OTHER WORKS. YOU WILL NOT BE DISAPPOINTED.
January 19, 2022
4 stars. My toxic trait is that I am obsessed with emotionally stunted Ice Queens and Yvonne delivered on that. This was just what I wanted. The prequel novella really had me interested in Yvonne and her story. She¡¯s such a frustrating and emotionally shut off person and I loved her so much. Plus, when she got into Domme mode and was about her shit *chefs kiss*. She¡¯s everything.
This book had another catnip of mine which is fake dating/marriage of convenience. Yvonne and Ruby pretend to be married so that Yvonne can receive her inheritance and that was fun. The tension between them was palpable and I loved the push and pull. Ruby was great. She¡¯s determined and witty and eager. I thought she really balanced Yvonne out well and I loved watching them open up to each other and let their guards down. It was very sweet. Also, Yvonne fucks up pretty bad at the end there but does some damn good groveling which made me love her even more.
If you haven¡¯t gathered by now Yvonne has my heart. That¡¯s the entire gist of this review.
This book had another catnip of mine which is fake dating/marriage of convenience. Yvonne and Ruby pretend to be married so that Yvonne can receive her inheritance and that was fun. The tension between them was palpable and I loved the push and pull. Ruby was great. She¡¯s determined and witty and eager. I thought she really balanced Yvonne out well and I loved watching them open up to each other and let their guards down. It was very sweet. Also, Yvonne fucks up pretty bad at the end there but does some damn good groveling which made me love her even more.
If you haven¡¯t gathered by now Yvonne has my heart. That¡¯s the entire gist of this review.
December 20, 2020
Rating: 2.5
April 23, 2020
Yes Mistress
What a wonderful story. I had to read it straight through it was so captivating. Yvonne and Ruby are very complex characters. I was really rooting for their relationship. Yvonne seemed so cold until Ruby started to melt the ice. They both have so much love to give. I look forward to the next book.
What a wonderful story. I had to read it straight through it was so captivating. Yvonne and Ruby are very complex characters. I was really rooting for their relationship. Yvonne seemed so cold until Ruby started to melt the ice. They both have so much love to give. I look forward to the next book.
November 15, 2021
The audiobook narrator did Ruby so dirty whenever she started to talk, WHAT was that voice
November 9, 2021
Update: I'm rounding up the rating a few months after reading this. Although subjectively I didn't love this, it wasn't all that bad and it really emphasized the importance of consent and aftercare in the BDSM scenes, something that most books don't do. Since I really appreciated that, I'm changing my rating from a subjective 2 stars to an objective 3.
Objectively, this was probably a three star read, I just really didn't enjoy it. I was excited for a f/f fake dating/drunk marriage plot. These are not new tropes, but not often depicted in sapphic media, however this just didn't do it for me. I didn't feel the two leads had that much chemistry and their romance felt rushed and a little cliche. Also, on multiple occasions I found myself questioning the plot. One thing I did like though is this book did a good job outlining consent. Overall, it wasn't a bad book, about your typical romance. It simply wasn't for me, but I wouldn't discourage people from checking it out.
Objectively, this was probably a three star read, I just really didn't enjoy it. I was excited for a f/f fake dating/drunk marriage plot. These are not new tropes, but not often depicted in sapphic media, however this just didn't do it for me. I didn't feel the two leads had that much chemistry and their romance felt rushed and a little cliche. Also, on multiple occasions I found myself questioning the plot. One thing I did like though is this book did a good job outlining consent. Overall, it wasn't a bad book, about your typical romance. It simply wasn't for me, but I wouldn't discourage people from checking it out.
August 27, 2020
3 stars
Ruby is a high-end escort who wasn't getting any luck of finding clients until she meets a mysterious woman at a bar named Yvonne. They chat a bit, sharing a bottle of hard alcohol due to the night they respectively had. The next thing, they both wake up and find out they got married the night before. This works in Yvonne's favor as she is trying to get her inheritance and marriage was the requirement. But, will Ruby stay for a share of the money, or is Yvonne too cold to be near?
I always try making a little synopsis. Sometimes it works, and most of the time it's terrible. I don't even know why I do it lol. Any way I gobbled this story up. The character development, the differences between the two characters, and the ehem BDSM parts were a nice touch I didn't expect.
Ruby is a high-end escort who wasn't getting any luck of finding clients until she meets a mysterious woman at a bar named Yvonne. They chat a bit, sharing a bottle of hard alcohol due to the night they respectively had. The next thing, they both wake up and find out they got married the night before. This works in Yvonne's favor as she is trying to get her inheritance and marriage was the requirement. But, will Ruby stay for a share of the money, or is Yvonne too cold to be near?
I always try making a little synopsis. Sometimes it works, and most of the time it's terrible. I don't even know why I do it lol. Any way I gobbled this story up. The character development, the differences between the two characters, and the ehem BDSM parts were a nice touch I didn't expect.
March 5, 2020
tldr: my literary love affair with Anna Stone continues. I have an ARC copy but I also have the book pre-ordered on Amazon. Gotta support my favourite indie author.
I usually have a rule where I only rate books five stars if I've read them more than once and loved them every time but there's no point here because I know I'll be reading this book again.
Multiple times if the others are anything to go by.
This is Stone's longest work to date but it flows really well with the extra words being dedicated to character development that was perhaps a little lacking in previous works. Yvonne and Ruby both have their issues and both have to deal with them to find their happy ending.
I usually have a rule where I only rate books five stars if I've read them more than once and loved them every time but there's no point here because I know I'll be reading this book again.
Multiple times if the others are anything to go by.
This is Stone's longest work to date but it flows really well with the extra words being dedicated to character development that was perhaps a little lacking in previous works. Yvonne and Ruby both have their issues and both have to deal with them to find their happy ending.
March 1, 2020
This book captivated me from the first page. My curiosity was piqued with Ruby's ex client and the reason behind Yvonne's icy demeanor. The sex scenes were amazing and well written and the chemistry was off the charts from their very first interaction. Very much looking forward to this new series.
April 8, 2022
Like 2.5/5 ... I¡¯m feeling a little torn on this book.
I liked the premise of the series - Mistress Media is a billion dollar company founded and run by women, who happen to all be lesbian/queer and running in the same BDSM circles. Each story follows a different woman¡¯s love story.
I liked the premise for this book: Yvonne is a wealthy woman who would be wealthier if she married soon¡ her father¡¯s will stipulated she¡¯d get her inheritance if she married within 10 years of his death. She happens upon Ruby, an escort, in a Vegas bar, one thing leads to another¡ marriage of convenience.
There¡¯s also a BDSM element, as Yvonne becomes Ruby¡¯s dom/mistress.
Something was missing for me from this book. I read fast, and if a book clicks with me I will finish it ASAP. I read book drawn out over four days because I¡¯d read a little bit and find myself flipping to something else, getting pulled into do something else¡ I was shocked it¡¯s under 300 pages.
I feel like the emotional aspect of their relationship wasn¡¯t there for me. When they were questioning their feelings or ¡°in love¡± I didn¡¯t really buy it because I didn¡¯t think the groundwork was there - like time spent together, secrets shared, etc.
I did enjoy the writing and most of the pacing, so I¡¯m going to check out more from this author in the future.
CW: homophobia, past abuse, consensual non-consent, BDSM, sex work
I liked the premise of the series - Mistress Media is a billion dollar company founded and run by women, who happen to all be lesbian/queer and running in the same BDSM circles. Each story follows a different woman¡¯s love story.
I liked the premise for this book: Yvonne is a wealthy woman who would be wealthier if she married soon¡ her father¡¯s will stipulated she¡¯d get her inheritance if she married within 10 years of his death. She happens upon Ruby, an escort, in a Vegas bar, one thing leads to another¡ marriage of convenience.
There¡¯s also a BDSM element, as Yvonne becomes Ruby¡¯s dom/mistress.
Something was missing for me from this book. I read fast, and if a book clicks with me I will finish it ASAP. I read book drawn out over four days because I¡¯d read a little bit and find myself flipping to something else, getting pulled into do something else¡ I was shocked it¡¯s under 300 pages.
I feel like the emotional aspect of their relationship wasn¡¯t there for me. When they were questioning their feelings or ¡°in love¡± I didn¡¯t really buy it because I didn¡¯t think the groundwork was there - like time spent together, secrets shared, etc.
I did enjoy the writing and most of the pacing, so I¡¯m going to check out more from this author in the future.
CW: homophobia, past abuse, consensual non-consent, BDSM, sex work
September 2, 2022
My first Anna Stone and my first BDSM.
I enjoyed many things about this book. The story was entertaining and the characters intriguing. I loved icy Yvonne, and I related to Ruby¡¯s struggle to find herself again having been turned into a shell by her ex.
I listened to the audio version narrated by Lexy Rebe. I loved her drawl and especially loved Yvonne¡¯s sexy voice. I wasn¡¯t so fond of Ruby¡¯s voice.
I want to say the book shocked me with the bdsm scenes, but not at all. Which might have a little more to do with me as the writing was exquisite and the scenes well done in all aspects.
I appreciated the angst and tension build up wasn¡¯t drawn out and the resolution was extremely satisfying.
I like Anna Stones use of words and look forward to reading more of her books.
I enjoyed many things about this book. The story was entertaining and the characters intriguing. I loved icy Yvonne, and I related to Ruby¡¯s struggle to find herself again having been turned into a shell by her ex.
I listened to the audio version narrated by Lexy Rebe. I loved her drawl and especially loved Yvonne¡¯s sexy voice. I wasn¡¯t so fond of Ruby¡¯s voice.
I want to say the book shocked me with the bdsm scenes, but not at all. Which might have a little more to do with me as the writing was exquisite and the scenes well done in all aspects.
I appreciated the angst and tension build up wasn¡¯t drawn out and the resolution was extremely satisfying.
I like Anna Stones use of words and look forward to reading more of her books.
December 31, 2023
Content warnings: alcohol consumption, sexual content, references to a toxic relationship (past).
Rep: Yvonne is Chinese-American ('white passing'), cis and lesbian. Ruby is bisexual, cis, and white. Side POC characters, side queer characters.
I adored this. I didn't know what to expect, but I love a good 'oh gosh, we woke up married' trope, and this was spot on.
I loved the development of Yvonne and Ruby's relationship - it was all kinds of fantastic. And the sex scenes were superb.
Rep: Yvonne is Chinese-American ('white passing'), cis and lesbian. Ruby is bisexual, cis, and white. Side POC characters, side queer characters.
I adored this. I didn't know what to expect, but I love a good 'oh gosh, we woke up married' trope, and this was spot on.
I loved the development of Yvonne and Ruby's relationship - it was all kinds of fantastic. And the sex scenes were superb.
March 24, 2022
I honestly don¡¯t know. I saw someone say they liked this a lot. I might pick this back up later. (DNF)
May 1, 2023
Steamy but touching
I'm new to Anna Stone's work but I'm already keen to read more! A really well written story with plenty of spice and tender moments.
I'm new to Anna Stone's work but I'm already keen to read more! A really well written story with plenty of spice and tender moments.
December 9, 2020
I mean, Tangled Vows definitely has the tropes of category romance down: the billionaire ice queen engaging in a marriage of convenience with a (former) escort. It would have been more fun if the writing hadn't been so stilted and emotionless. Secondary characters are completely interchangeable, very little actually happens except some sex stuff. It featured my least favourite romance trope ever: overcoming sexual abuse through the magical sex powers of the new partner. The former abuse basically gets 'solved' within one scene (that barely had any emotional impact in itself because we see very little of the emotions of the main characters) in a way that I found rather offensive.
Not sure this author is for me.
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Content warnings: mention of sexual abuse, trauma, death of parent. Explicit sex scenes, BDSM, Dom/sub relationship dynamics.
Not sure this author is for me.
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Content warnings: mention of sexual abuse, trauma, death of parent. Explicit sex scenes, BDSM, Dom/sub relationship dynamics.
June 23, 2021
3/5 stars
the good
- fake marriage for inheritance trope
- sapphic sex scenes that don¡¯t fade to black let¡¯s goo
- ice queen / sunshine (ish) couple
- the steamy scenes were good yall
the bad
- the audiobook narrator cannot read dialogue... just a terrible job with Ruby¡¯s character. made the characters sound comical i ended up reading it w my eyes
- the character development werent that well handled imo, it felt rushed and sudden at times.
- ruby¡¯s trauma with her previous abusive dom (?) was it like... fucked away or smth, it was brought up once or twice and teased like a horrible secret then... ? idk that aspect of her character felt so messily done
- as much as i liked the steamy scenes i could¡¯ve exchanged some of them for character work
the good
- fake marriage for inheritance trope
- sapphic sex scenes that don¡¯t fade to black let¡¯s goo
- ice queen / sunshine (ish) couple
- the steamy scenes were good yall
the bad
- the audiobook narrator cannot read dialogue... just a terrible job with Ruby¡¯s character. made the characters sound comical i ended up reading it w my eyes
- the character development werent that well handled imo, it felt rushed and sudden at times.
- ruby¡¯s trauma with her previous abusive dom (?) was it like... fucked away or smth, it was brought up once or twice and teased like a horrible secret then... ? idk that aspect of her character felt so messily done
- as much as i liked the steamy scenes i could¡¯ve exchanged some of them for character work
July 30, 2020
I did like this. The characters were good. I didn't really like the story line too much. I'm in an ice queen sort of kink at the moment. Although Yvonne was a good ice queen, I felt she didn't really thaw so to say. She was a closed book then after one little speech of her friend she melted and completely change character almost instantly. I all so didn't like Yvonne's brother he was very close to being abusive and I felt she should of dealt with him better considering her great reach. Ruby was weird. She was confident and full of herself then sort of melted into nothing. I also didn't feel much for the actually story line.
April 25, 2020
A pretty ok read. 3.5*
This was pretty okay read. It started out really strong and I waa very much intrigued by the two main characters. The middle kinda dragged a little for me because I felt the characters didnt develop enough as individuals and certain things just felt repetitive and unnecessary. I would have liked Ruby to meet Nita and Yvonne to meet the parents. Maybe even have Ruby reconnect with lost friends or get friends just something more. The ending section was good. The argument was well done. Overall it decent read
This was pretty okay read. It started out really strong and I waa very much intrigued by the two main characters. The middle kinda dragged a little for me because I felt the characters didnt develop enough as individuals and certain things just felt repetitive and unnecessary. I would have liked Ruby to meet Nita and Yvonne to meet the parents. Maybe even have Ruby reconnect with lost friends or get friends just something more. The ending section was good. The argument was well done. Overall it decent read
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