In the Heights, everyone fears the Heights Crew. I wish I had the luxury.
I can’t afford to run away from them, I have to run to them. Why? Because now they’re my only chance at survival.
Johnny, Brawler, Oscar, Magnum—I hope we can all come together to get out of this. It’s going to take a lot more than luck to free me from the wrongs I’ve been accused of. Like relying on the one person I’d … one person I’d rather put a bullet in than place my life at his feet.
It’s done now, though. Now I’m more a part of them than I’ve ever wanted to be.
I’m not just their prizefighter. I’m their Beautiful Soldier.
Beautiful Soldier is the third book in The Heights Crew series, a dark high school enemies to lovers reverse harem.
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EM never lets us down. I can’t believe she got me thinking this is gonna work! I just couldn’t even imagine these characters working in the “Reverse Harem” universe. Now I’m thinking how could I have even have thought otherwise. Another AWESOME EM Moore book!
If you haven’t read these books in order STOP, turn about and go back! This book is all Magnum for me, he’s quiet strength, he’s been there for our girl, quietly in the back ground since day one with Johnny. Lets not for get Johnny though, he wouldn’t ever let us any way. Johnny is the @sshole from the start, everything he doesn’t and says in on a whole other level of loud. Even his feelings seem bigger and more intense. Good luck putting this baby down, once you start!
So excited for this book! That cliffy at the end of book 2 killed me! I loved the route book 3 took. You continue to see more and more from the character’s that makes you fall for them harder with every book. Not only that, but you see more from Big Daddy K that makes you hate him even harder. The issues with Johnny and his father are continuing to grow and start to make a riff between the two, which is starting to give Kyla the incentive she needs to pull Johnny to her side. I called Johnny being in the harem from the start, I just knew EM Moore was going to suck us in with his bad boy ways and get me wanting her to redeem him. She did just that. Johnny is really my favorite at this point. I feel for him and I am rooting for him so hard. He even takes some major growth steps in book 3 I was so excited to see! Happy to see this series is going to have another book, I can’t wait!
Oh Kyla how do I love your toughness, and ability to bring the boys together! Moore continues to write RH in her own unique way. Kyla’s relationship with each of her boys continues to grow at it’s own pace.
Kyla goes even deeper into the The Crew’s organization, and finds herself in a few complicated situations. Things are escalating between Johnny and his dad, and the relatioship between Johnny and Kyla take off. Johnny starts to rely on Kyla in a way he has never been able too before, and his dad does not like it. Will Johnny be able to balance his growing feelings for Kyla and his loyalty to his dad?
Kyla’s relationships with Magnum, Oscar, and Brawler continue to grow. She falls even deeper for each of them as they all try to protect each other. She is opening up to each of them on her own time, and finding the unconditional support and love she has needed since her parents death.
This series keeps getting better and better. Each volume has added momentum that is propelling us toward an epic final showdown I can’t wait to read.
Erin has a gift for creating these mesmerizing, fully realized characters that draw you in and keep you enthralled. Brawler, Oscar and Magnum had me rooting for them from the beginning, and as we’ve learned more about them I’ve become even more enamored with each of them. They each have their moments to shine. Kyla is so fierce, yet so tender and protective of her guys. She really has grit, and is willing to make the hard choices when she needs to. I didn’t think it was possible, but Big Daddy K has proven there’s new depths of depravity and utter wretchedness he’s willing to sink to. However, the real revelation for me was Johnny.
Beautiful Soldier is the redemption of Johnny Rocket. From his introduction in UP, I was left unsure of where his place would be in Kyla’s story. He was intriguing, but he was also unapologetically domineering and jerky. As Kyla has fallen for him, more and more of the soft underbelly Johnny has hidden has come to light. This has been one of my favorite redemption arcs to read, because he is proving by actions how much he cares for Kyla and how far he is willing to go for her. He’s not just using empty words to placate or try to coerce her. There’s a beautiful soul under those layers of attitude and sharp suits.
Beautiful Soldier will leave you begging for more, and have you never wanting to leave the Heights.
Speechless! From the beginning to the end, E.M. Moore had me on the edge of my seat! I love how all of the characters grew and developed in this book but especially Johnny. I truly love the dynamics between Kyla and her guys. Loved the story and that ending… ugh!
OMG! I have no words! I will say these cliffhangers are killing me! LOL This is E.M. Moore’s 3rd book in The Heights Crew series and fack hold on to your hats! It’s a wild ride! We come back after book two left us with Kyla being accused of murder. So many things happen in this book, so I won’t spoil it for you. But it’s a must read! I promise you will probably yell, cry, want to punch something and maybe go have a drink after lol
As expected, E.M. Moore proves us once more how skilled she is at weaving a tale. Beautiful Soldier brings more of Kyla and her involvement with the Heights Crew. Kyla is in deep and needs K and Johnny’s help to get out of the charges made against her. The author does what she does best, by developing the characters in such a way that I just can’t help but falling for them, despite some of their actions. Big Daddy K feels threatened by Kyla’s growing influence on Johnny and shows us just how cruel he can be. Kyla is adamant to save her boys/men from the Crew and give them the future and family they deserve. The question remains if she will succeed.
This book reads like a dream, it never drags, the pace is set to perfection. There is action, romance, character development, drama, villains trying to take the Crew down as well as the threats within the Crew. The author grabbed my attention with her Ballers and has conquered a permanent spot in my favourite author – list after reading more of her books.
I’m so thankful I stumbled upon the magic of this series- every book in this series gets better and better. After the cataclysmic cliffhanger of our last book, I was anxious to dive back in and figure out how Kyla was going to get out of hot water and continue her quest to bring down Daddy K. And, of course, I wanted to know what was next in the complicated relationships she has with our guys.
As the series progresses,the characters get richer and richer- as individuals and within the interconnected relationships. I’m loving how the dynamics keep shifting, how carefully EM is constructing the emotional ties between them, slowly unfurling what makes them tick. This series is a tour de force of character development- quite a feat in a reverse harem story, in particular, where due to the many main characters, the harem members are often only loosely defined. Not here- not even close. EM is a masterful characterizer.These characters are all complex, nuanced- fully dimensional, authentic, and INTERESTING. Perfectly imperfect- uniquely flawed. And, even better, these characters have momentum- never static, always evolving, which keeps the story dynamic, and keeps us as readers on our toes as our feelings are always shifting about this unique crew. Each character gets his or her journey, their own chance to be explored- each gets unique care. I love when I can feel an author’s love for her characters- through the careful words, the attention to detail- and I can tell EM loves these characters.
In this third installment, Johnny is the revelation- and wow, what a testament to EM’s story telling that she can so compelling open up the heart and mind of a character so loathed and distrusted that readers are all of a sudden Team Rocket. His arc here is nothing but transformational, tenderly crafted and artfully unfolded. I didn’t think she could make me love him, but she did. The other boys don’t get short changed, don’t worry. And Kyla- I just love her more and more- she’s fierce, she’s tough- but I love how she’s so unflinchingly loyal, so devoted to protecting and honoring those she loves. She’s so resilient- unflinchingly determined.
E.M has beautifully centered this group around Kyla in a way that feels authentic- she’s the tether, there’s a gravitational pull between her and the boys. The tug is magnetic, inexplicable but inevitable, and EM has done a fantastic job of steadily weaving them together, but not making it easy or clear cut. That is more authentic to a real RH journey, and certainly more authentic to these characters. She’s truly a master at complex and compelling character dynamics. EM is really creating stories that are the pinnacle of what is possible in reverse harem relational story telling- this is a case study in how character exploration can and should drive a story. That is what sucks her readers in, and that is what keeps me turning the pages with glee- these fantastic characters.
EM’s world building is mesmerizing- this story continues to be raw, gritty, vivid…and most importantly, original and fresh. You get lost in these characters, lost in their journey- so much so that there are times I can’t turn the page fast enough to keep up with my racing heart and frantic mind. And, of course, it wouldn’t be a Heights Crew story if we weren’t catapulted off a cliff, lying on some jagged rocks at the end of this book. That cliffhanger- I need the next book yesterday!
Like with all the books thus far, Beautiful Soldier is well paced, jam packed with twists, turns, danger, tension and angst, so much suspense, and tons of danger. I want to swim around in this dark and gritty world EM has created forever- Beautiful Soldier is the best yet! I’m quite an addict, and I”m going to need my next fix ASAP.
Well E.M. Moore did it again! This is an amazing addition to an addicting series! The first thing I want to praise is that E.M took a character that I wasn’t a fan of in the first book and made him lovable! I started liking Johnny Rocket in the second book but after this third book I am firmly in Johnny Rockets corner….dont get me wrong I love all the guys Magnum, Oscar, and Brawler but I loved them from the beginning! These books Definetly keep me guessing…I have ideas as to ways the story can go but honestly E.M just keeps me guessing. I cannot wait for the next book! I definetly recommend this swries to anyone looking for a good book! You wont regret reading this series.
I have to admit, I have not liked Johnny at all, From all of his screw ups in Uppercut Princess to all the other nonsense he has pulled, has made him my least favorite character. That may be slightly changing after reading this book. We see a more vulnerable side of Johnny and it breaks your heart at times. Kyla is so strong and fierce, even in the face of adversity, that she is not going to put up with K’s nonsense for much longer. Brawler is still my guy, although Magnum is coming closer to my heart. Oscar is also growing on me more and more as I get to know his character and the ways that he shows his love and affection for Kyla and she for him. I cannot wait to see what happens in the next book!
This being the third book in, I’m sure anyone reading this review is already fully knowledgeable about the series. You already know the characters are so beautifully developed you feel like you know them as well as Kyla does. You already know the plot at times can make your heart race speeding up your eyes as you need to read quicker so you can find out what happens next!
What you don’t know until you read this book is that IT’S EVEN BETTER THAN THE FIRST TWO!!! Ghasp! Yes I said it. I love how every time I pick up a book from this series I’m transported into the Heights. I love being in this world E.M. Moore created and can’t get enough. We learn more details about all of Kyla’s guys as her relationships develope even further with each of them.
There are still so many secrets and things to learn in the Heights. I can’t wait for the next book to learn even more!
WOW!!! This book took me for a wild ride that I thoroughly enjoyed! I love how this story is advancing and how the characters are changing and growing. I want to say this is my favorite book in the series but I am sure I will feel that way about the next one too. The entire series has been phenomenal. I can’t wait to see what Knockout Queen delivers!
When you read a book and it completely destroys all abilities until it’s deep into your soul. We get to see a side of the characters that I wasn’t expecting. It’s take you on a beautiful ride that you don’t want to leave. An absolute fantastic read. I can’t wait for the next installment
Em Moore has done again I absolutely love this series . The cliffhanger at the end just about killed me. I love Kayla she is so strong and Her relationships between Johnny ,Brawler, Oscar and Magnum makes you fall for them harder with every book. I literally cannot put this book down I can’t wait till August till the next book come Awesome read
Soldier Girl Up in Hur!
Overall I loved this book and I kind of learned to love your boy Johnny. You finally get the feel of why he is the way he is. Magnum aka Jacob was by far the star of this book for our little soldier. He was there for her in more ways then one and man this guy has some restraint. I did also fall in love with Oscar again with his fun personality which I hope we see a bit more in the next installment. I was not overly excited about Brawler when leaving this book. He didn’t stand out to me like he did in our previous 2 books, but hopefully Moore just gives him a little more LOVE next time. As for Jiko (Johnny’s friend) I hope we can burry his butt on top of Big K because he has no loyalty which made me mad his friend was let off the hook so easily. Wish Jiko would have been cut a little deeper if you know what I mean. I’m interesting to see what role Cole is going to play in the next book including our 2 gym owners. BTW I kind of saw the ending or that fight coming a mile away except for the shooting. One HUGE DISAPPOINTMENT in this book sadly was our story line of detective Reynolds. I hope too see that story get better and more relevant, and I have a feeling he is a dirty cop working for K.
Loved the CABIN btw. Need maybe more on what else went down there.
Again overall I loved the book.
Everyday she hopes for the same thing. That her guys will get the charges dropped and steal her away from Greenlawn reformatory and back into their arms where she belongs.
Then she can continue with her plan to end the one guy who broke her heart.
What’s more important though revenge or saving those she loves….
Holy hotness what a read!!
Uppercut princess was the first book in this series and oh my gosh I was completely hooked.
Then came Arm Candy which continued to captivate and thrill me.
Now the third book is here and it was more than worth the wait!
The guys continued to be delectable and totally moorish! I swooned and sighed as they protected her, claimed her and battled for her attention.
They each have a darkness in their pasts thats capable of breaking your heart, as it did theirs, and that broke me.
Kyla is their everything and I can see why they love her so deeply. She’s amazing in every way. I would even go as far as to say she’s perfect.
She’s their guiding light and the relationship they all share is beautiful and unique.
A totally amazing series with another cliffy ending, that will both shock you and leave you desperately searching for one more page.
This book kind of hurt me. I hate spoilers and won’t include them, but damn is this book heavy. It’s like every time something good happens, Kyla is hit with something bad and each time it gets worse and worse. The ending had me in tears. I love Kyla’s men so much, even Johnny. His redemption is well underway in my opinion and he’s becoming a character that is worth cheering for. His love for Kyla really shines through in this book, and lends hope that someday her harem will be complete. And of course I am still loving Brawler, Oscar and Magnum. It’s great to see everyone working towards a common goal. I honestly can’t wait for Kyla’s revenge plans to come together and bring down K. Teamwork is going to win out in the end I think, and make Kyla and her men unstoppable. This series may be my favorite one Ms. Moore has written. I will happily devour each and every one, again and again.
Holy Wow! What a book! Action, intrigue, suspense, backstabbing, sexiness, bad guys galore, this book has it all and so so much more! I have loved the first two books in this series, but this one blew me away! And Sh^t, that cliffhanger is to die for! The characters and the storyline are kick a$$! You do not want to miss out on this book, or series for that matter. I highly recommend this book!