Amy's ARC review of Wild Cards (Twisted #3) by R.C. Stephens

She grew up with love but tragedy took everything away from her.

He was forced into a life that he hated and was drowning in darkness.

They both lost hope...

They both looked for ways to numb the pain...

To him, she was unpredictable and alluring.

To her, he was a dark knight with a shady past.

What happened next was unexpected. Their chance encounter was not chance anymore. 

As their worlds collide and their impenetrable walls are infiltrated, these two dark souls are forced to face the one thing on earth that scares them the most…

Love.


***This is a standalone novel and does not need to be read with books one and two of the Twisted Series.
***Warning-For mature audiences only. 
As a reader myself, I know how important it is to be aware of 'hot button' issues that could trigger painful memories for some. Wild Cards is a love story of the greatest and most epic proportions. However this love story faced many bumps in the road and in order to tell Luc and Vicky's story I needed to touch on the scene of aggravated sexual assault. I feel it is my job to advise the reader of this violent episode. This aspect does not define the whole story and the book is not about violence rather about two dark souls saving each other while finding true love.

3.5 stars

Wild Cards is Luc’s story a few years later however you don’t need to read them to know what is going on. Luc is leaving the world that is mob run after a brutal past and losing too much. He is seeking comfort in a new life and therapy. Luc considers himself a monster. He hasn’t engaged in physical contact, drugs or alcohol in over two years but the parties; he hosts them and watches. 

Vicky is damaged by the events in her past. She was on the move to heal and then her world fell apart. New York is her only hope or so it seems. The letter her mother left her blew her world apart. She doesn’t believe in love she only believes in bad men and the way to find solace is at the parties. 

Both Luc and Vicky has very damaged past. If you have triggers over rape please do not read this book. There is one incident but its very graphic. The past also comes back to haunt Vicky about mid point in the book. 

I really think this book has more potential than the story given. There were several frustrating moments for me and I wanted Luc and Vicky to move on. Sometimes its enough already of the torment and the self bashing. The end seemed a little rushed but again it was a decent read. Im not really a BDSM or sex party type read so its sometimes difficult for me to say if it was great. I find myself doing more of the “who would do that” type of mind set. Don’t get me wrong I love me some steamy stuff but some of this was over the top for me as far as I want more of a story line. 

Like I always say having said that if you like the BDSM and Sexy Party type read then this is for sure something you will want to click up. Thanks for the ARC for the honest review!