*****This is a standalone novel**** ****Meant for 18 years and over********Dark Suspenseful Romance***When a hot alpha is haunted by his past and falls for a woman with a mysterious past of her own, they become forever Bonded.MAGNUMI want her with everything I am. It’s a need so deep that all I can do is push her away. But, that’s who I am–it’s what I do. Anyone who dares to get too close, I … Anyone who dares to get too close, I shove away–out of my reach. The damage of my past won’t let me move forward–won’t let me love her.
But now, she’s in danger, and I refuse to let anything happen to her. Come Hell or high water, I will protect her. Or die trying…
BRENDA
It was all about sex. At least, that’s what I told myself. I refused to let Magnum have my heart. But when the anniversary of my tragic past comes back to haunt me, it’s Magnum who’s there to save me–from my past and from the demons who torment me. Time heals all wounds, but this time, the pain just might be incurable. Can Magnum fix what was destroyed so long ago?
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Third time is a charm for sure! I loved this book and I am in utter love with this series! This series continues with the quietest member of the bunch with Magnum. To me Magnum was also the most mysterious. There wasn’t much background chatter on him in the last two books, so it was nice to finally get to read his story. Magnum’s story is so incredibly heartbreaking. Then we start to read about Brenda. Brenda if you remember is the nurse that helped Cyma with her daughter. Her story was equally interesting. Now someone is gunning for Brenda and Magnum is making it his mission to keep her safe. But while he is doing that, Magnum and Brenda start succumbing to this chemistry that keeps pulling them closer and closer together, which in turn helps help them from their past. This story has a lot of twists and turns and a lot of the unexpected. What I didn’t expect were the tears that I did cry for Magnum’s character. It kind of hit home in a lot of ways and I felt so bad for him. This story was also so incredibly steamy as well!!! But all in all, this was a seriously great book. I read it in one sitting and loved every minute. I could not put it down. I cannot wait for the next one!
Bonded is another part to the The Twisted Hearts Love Story series by Autumn Sand I’ve slowly been reading. This book tells of Magnum, who we are introduced to in previous books, but barely. He seems quiet, mysterious, and dangerous. My expectations for this book were high because previous stories in this series have grabbed my attention and turned me into a mob affiliate junkie! For real, I cannot get enough of this series!! All the men are alpha-male. Sexy. Borderline Dangerous. And the women are sexy, smart, capable. I’ve not had much interest in these types of stories, and was more into MC type romance/suspense/action, however this series is opening new doors for me.
Magnum, real name Carl, is employed by Tony Delany, who we get to know a lot of in the previous stories. Just like the previous stories, this one has scenes of a sexual nature not suitable for younger eyes, as well as vulgar language and swearing. And it has some very disturbing and maybe triggering scenes of violence involving children, so be aware if this is bothersome for you.
Placed mostly in New York, but partly in Amsterdam.
Brenda is a nurse. We meet her briefly in Ticks story because she is friends with Cyma, as well as was Laila’s (Cyma’s daughter) nurse, and Cyma is Ticks spouse. Her and Magnum have sparks for sure, but for reasons unclear, fail to hit it off at first. However all that changes when someone appears to stalk Brenda and Magnum takes whatever means necessary to keep her safe!
This book was much more than I expected! 5 out of 5 stars!
Bonded is the 3rd book in the amazing Twisted Hearts Love Story series by Autumn Sand. Each book in the series can be read as a stand-alone but as this is such a fantastic series, I’d recommend reading them all. And if you are going to read them all then it would add more to the enjoyment if you read them in order as this may prevent any possible spoilers.
We were introduced to the 2 main characters in previous books, Magnum as one of Tony’s men and Brenda was the paediatric nurse who looked after Cyma’s daughter Leila in the 2nd book.
Magnum had a horrific childhood having been physically and mentally abused by his father. In this book his father is ill and this causes Magnum to have more flashbacks and dreams about the abuse he suffered.
Brenda also has demons from her past that she’s trying to escape but it looks like her past is about to come back to haunt her in a major way.
This book is a gripping, romantic thriller. The story grabbed you from the very first page and did not let go. You are taken through a roller coaster of emotions and there are many twists and turns that you just don’t expect.
I loved both of these characters and how they both worked hard to help each other overcome their horrific pasts. The author writes fantastic characters who have so much depth to them and you really get invested in their stories. I have loved the books in this series so far and I’m now looking forward to reading book 4, ‘Impact’.
Bonded (A Twisted Hearts Love Story book 3) by Autumn Sand is a dark romantic suspense. You do not need to read previous books in this series to read Bonded, but the main characters (Magnum and Brenda) appear in earlier novel(s). In Bonded, we learn more about Magnum, who he is, what he does, and what motivates him. I loved his character, he’s the epitome of an alpha character who is strong, protective, fierce and more. Brenda is such a caring female lead with a haunted past that seeps back into her life. This story was a great intriguing read and I loved the drama and mystery that unfolded along with the undeniable chemistry. A page-turner from start to finish. Autumn Sand has amazing stories in the Twisted Hearts series.
Bonded (A Twisted Hearts Love Story book 3) by Autumn Sand
Five Stars
I love the different song for each chapter. The author got my attention fast with that detail. I also liked Magnum. He is a guy to be feared but also cherished. All these men are just big softies. I love it. This one is my favorite so far. The rawness when magnum speaks his feelings. The realness from the pain and fear. I can’t get enough of this series. This author has me hooked. I’m ready to be a character in a book so I can find my HEA. Even though it’s sad to lose people there is also beauty in it. You learn to let old ghost go and allow new things in.
Deep breath.
Wow. This book had me white knuckled. Romance plus suspense plus a brooding dark dramatic plot… literally couldn’t catch my breath in the best possible way. Sand is a masterful storyteller and this book is just another installment that solidifies this opinion.
Bonded: A Twisted Hearts Love Story by Autumn Sand
5 Stars
I just love this series, I love the characters so much and love that they are all in each book. This is the story of Brenda and Magnum and I couldn’t wait to read it after falling in love with Brenda in the previous book. These can be read as standalones, but you would be missing out on some great history if you don’t read them all in order.
Magnum and Brenda both have pasts that haunt them. They each have their own reasons for not getting involved with any kind of serious relationships. They have a connection through mutual friends and even went out a couple times which resulted in him not returning any calls and then nothing. They were each attracted to each other and if it hadn’t been for their pasts they probably would have pursued it further. When a family emergency brings Magnum to town and he runs into Brenda, his want for her returns but all he does is push it away. But when she receives a message from her tragic past he can’t help himself, he will protect her or die trying. Now if he could just get her to open up and let him in, but can he do the same? She knows he has serious demons and wants desperately to help him, but how can she when she’s battling her own? As the anniversary of her tragic past approaches, can Magnum get to the truth and save her in time? Can these two broken people get past their fears and tragic pasts and find their HEA?
This author has a way with molding her words around the best stories. She knows how to manipulate you into thinking you know what’s coming and I can just imagine her sitting there at her computer with an evil laugh as she knows she’s messing with your mind, and then there you are begging for more LOL She is a favorite of mine now and I will be stalking her waiting for word on what she has in store for me next.
1/2 STARS
So this is the third book in the Twisted Hearts series and despite never having read the previous two before this I still found this an enjoyable read.
Bonded can definitely be read as a stand-alone and is also very easy to follow.
So Bonded tells the story of Brenda whose secret past has finally caught up with her and Magnum a heavily tattoed and pierced hottie with a penchant for BDSM and rough sex and a really tragic childhood, he’s all sorts of messed up from this.
After an awkward re-connection (Magnum had stopped returning Brenda’s calls previously) Magnum takes it upon himself to protect Brenda getting hot, heavy and possessive very quickly indeed.
Now, just have to say that this was a great read.
Magnum and Brenda were such strong capable individuals, both survivors in different ways.
Magnum’s childhood so broke my heart into pieces and I thought it showed a true strength of character to open up and lower his defences around Brenda, so brave.
Some of the flashbacks that were shown were ever so upsetting, I could actually picture a tiny Magnum cowering from Sir, heart-breaking.
Bonded was such an easy story to get lost in and I read this in one single sitting.
Oh and I just have to say well its fresh in my mind how much I loved Magnum’s nickname for Brenda “Mooi” too cute.
I actually thought when he first said it that he was mooing at her to like MOVE!!! like a cow.
Then I find out it is Dutch for beautiful, how unique is that.
So as I was saying, an enjoyable read, my only gripe was that this was slightly predictable in places, hence a slightly lower star score, that being said it still was a super hot and positive experience
and I would definitely recommend this and wouldn’t hesitate to read this author again.
So I won an ARC of Bonded by Autumn Sand in a giveaway off facebook. This is my own free and honest opinion.
Reviewed By Beckie Bookworm
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