Twisted Hate: 3 (Twisted, 3)

When it comes to Ana Huang books, you know you’re in for a wild ride. But it’s not just the exceptional steam that gets my attention about these books, it’s the depth of these characters, the trauma they’ve suffered and overcome, the strength that’s both obvious and hidden and the relationships they build with everyone else in the books. While Bridget and Rhys are always going to be my absolute favourite of the series, Jules and Josh blew me away. And it’s in part the intensity of these characters and in part the story that Ana managed to tell between all the hate and banter and beautifully explicit sex.Jules Ambrose and Josh Chen hate each other. Everyone knows it, they don’t try to hide it. They are constantly at each other’s throats, they bicker, argue and fight all the time. With them, there’s no holding back. It started when Jules and Ava (Josh’s sister and heroine from Twisted Love) were in college and sharing a dorm. Jules overheard something Josh said about her to Ava and she didn’t hold back on showing him just how little she cares about him. And to Josh, Jules has always come across as reckless and wild, which irritates him because he believes that if Jules is involved, Ava is going to get herself into a whole lot of trouble that he can’t save her from. And over the years, the hate and banter and rage has turned into simmering sexual tension that almost everyone around them can feel, so when they make a deal to enjoy an enemies with benefits situation, neither of them hesitate. Except, the more you sleep with someone, the more you see them for who they are and suddenly all those feelings you thought you never felt before bubble to the surface.I don’t think there are enough words for me to say to talk about how awesome this book was. So much happens in this book that I obviously can’t mention in my review, but what I can definitely tell you is that the sexual tension and chemistry in this book is insane. Jules and Josh spend a good part of the book snapping at each other, and I’m talking proper enemies to lovers situation here. They hate each other’s guts and don’t care about hurting the other person. Words spew out and it’s kinda intense. But, it’s also so well done. I enjoyed their wicked dialogue and the way they push each other’s buttons, I enjoyed watching Jules knock Josh down a peg or two.She’s all fire, and not just because of her red hair, Jules is bada** and she’s not going to let anybody stop her from living her life the way she wants. She fights for what she wants, she’s opinionated and forward, confident and passionate and even though life dealt her a bad hand at one point, she’s come a long way since her traumatising childhood to have something so great, she’s not going to let just anyone take it away from her. Josh, if you’ve read Twisted Love then you’ll know all of this, has been through his own share of crazy things—his father’s gone to prison, he almost lost his sister, he did lose his best friend—and through it all, he had to stand tall and strong and it’s taken a toll on him. Between that and his residency, Josh is basically stretched so thin that fighting with Jules is the highlight of his life.I loved the steam, as I always do with Ana’s books, but the thing that really got me was the slow build of Jules and Josh’s relationship. You know it’s coming, because DUH. But it’s the way it happens. It’s slow and then all of a sudden it just whacks you in the face. And I’m a sucker for romances where he falls first after spending a good portion of the book wanting to kill her. And watching Josh go through the motions of his feelings—denying, accepting, confusion, denying—was an absolute treat. I loved their friendship too and how they leaned on each other when they least expected it, how their lives changed because of the other person and how everything in their lives just made sense with each other.And, now that we’ve met the very delicious hero that gets to charm and win Stella over, I am even more curious about her book. I cannot wait for Twisted Lies, because if these first three books are anything to go by…it’s going to be truly awesome.

The third book in the series !! Go for it

Josh & Jules >>>>Simple! I'll surely reread this good! This is perfect book with not perfect leads!! They are realistic!!! Unlike Alex who's like robot or Bridget who's technically a princess! THIS COUPLE IS BEST!!!!

God as new. This is a truly fine enemies to lovers . recommended

This is one of the books that has you on the edge of your seat throughout the read. I was a ball of nerves and couldn't finish it faster at the same time wanted it to last longer. Ana has blown my mind with Twisted Hate.There is so much of angst, drama, hate, love, suspense it has you heady and gittery at the same time. Ther barb's and banter between Josh and Jules makes the read delightful.As they say you find love when you least expect it or when you do not think yourself deserving. Josh and Jules make a perfect couple with their imperfections. It's amazing to get to read about Alex, Ava, Bridget, Rhys and Stella.It's an amazing read making you feel content. Can't wait for Twisted Lies.

The book itself was great but it was damaged

Josh and Jules are absolutely adorable. They are the normal next door kinky couple you'll like with heated hate you but want you trope. Their transition from enemies to friends with benefits to lovers is slow and steamy. Though Josh's hurtful words to Jules hurt me, nothing feels better than a repenting idiot.

Added to my favourite list. I was really intrigued to read about josh and jules from the very beginning of the series and just loved them ❤️ this book is no doubt my favorite in the series.

Def in love with this two, Josh and Jules are pure hate and love, loved them so much and looking forward for the next book

Perfeito, amo essa série e cada livro fica melhor ainda. Super indico e super apaixonada pelo Josh! Este livro é mais real que os outros ❤️

Great story and great spice. And delving into life topics such as overcoming the stories in your head that you're not worth being loved. And facing the bad things that have happened , sometimes there is no closure, but facing it is the only way out.

Oh wow! These two are something else in all the best ways, I could not get enough of the relationship between Josh and Jules. I loved the complexity of the story and the dynamic between Jules and Josh was fantastic!They may not work on paper or to those around them, constantly at odds with one another - but they did work and it was perfect! After being enemies for years and having a whole lot of misconceptions about each other and many similarities (which lead to more arguments), watching as their connection change and evolve throughout the book was so great. The story and their relationship flowed so well and kept me on the edge of my seat too see what these two would do or say next. I also think the progression was so organic and beautiful.Both Jules and Josh had trauma from their past that they were still working through and also led to a lot of rash feelings and insecurities especially when it came to trust and loving someone else or accepting love from them.I was addicted to the way these two interacted-the banter, the smart one-liners, the confidence and the flirting-it was all perfect and so true to them. This one is a must read if you love a good enemies to lovers and really steamy hate ‘scenes’. These two give you spice for days, and an off the charts type of chemistry!We also need to take a moment and talk about the friendships and found family aspects! The bromance Alex and Josh have in the book was top notch, and I enjoyed seeing them get to their best friend status. This group of girls is all wonderful, caring, support, fun and some good friend goals!I think Rhys will be my book boyfriend of the series, but I have to say Josh and Jules stole the show-I know they will be my favourite couple and books of the series!I look forward to book 4, Twisted Lies, I am far too curious about Christian.5⭐️

Bin sehr zufrieden. Immer wieder gerne.