He asked me to love him, so I engraved his name onto my heart.He craved my loyalty, so I let him feast on my soul.I wanted a husband, but he gave me a monster.So, I made it my pet. The lines between what was real and what wasn’t were blurred.Our story was a lie.Until now.
This is one of the most difficult reviews for me to write. I just ugggh. I love Amo Jones. I always love her plots. She is the queen of dark romance. I’m just sad I didn’t like this one. Especially since I really did like the first book.
So as I have already stated that I’m really disappointed with this book. I just couldn’t connect with Isa at all. I did not understand her or her actions, she felt bipolar to me. One minute she is saying and doing something and the next she is doing the complete opposite. There were some scenes I had to read twice or thrice to understand what is happening or what these people are talking about and sometimes I still didn’t understand. Sooo much was happening in this book like sooo much that it was difficult for me to keep up especially since it was a quick paced book. Not as fast as the first though. I feel like because so much was happening in a short period of time even the characters weren’t able to process everything. It just got really confusing for me, the plot was all over the place.
So yeah, that’s the reason I just couldn’t like the book no matter how much I tried to. I just got a headache every time I read Isa’s POV girl was just so complicated to understand for me.
Well damn what a ride! When the first book ended I had zero idea where book 2 would take us. I loved this book, like crazy loved it. Even when the characters were all over the place I rooted for them. They were dark and held insane secrets and did even wilder things all for their fabulously twisted love. Bryant and Isa could not be more perfect for each other and I am so happy Amo Jones wrote their story.
another great book by amo. it’s dark, has a little bit of suspense and twists to it. if you thought book one (crowned by hate) was fucked up, well be prepared. this book consists of more secrets, more mindfuck games, and more hot and steamy romance!
on the outside looking in, bryant is a dominant, alpha asshole. but i liked that we see some of that tough exterior soften up towards isa. he’s definitely a softy for her. isa has faced so many battles and for that i’m so proud of her. she had a little immature moments when dealing with certain situations, and she’s very reckless and repulsive. but honestly, she has gone thru so much i don’t blame her.
both bryant and isa are faced with so much shit of secrecy, lies, and outside threats. but a couple that loves hard, nothing can come between them. the chemistry and attraction is hot. they are like fire and they literally fuel each other up.
“Bryant and I, our road to love wasn’t an easy one. It was hurdled with tricks, games, lies, and death. People who shouldn’t have, deceived both us, but we got there in the end. To the end.”
the plot was well thought-out, however, i felt the last 10% felt a little rushed. there was another secret that unraveled that i didn’t expect and caught me off guard. but i’m glad that all questions were answered, and amo created such an epic conclusion for bryant and isa.
[arc provided in exchange for review]
“ If a man breaks your heart , you better make sure your next appearance breaks his balls . “ Isa Royal
“ Loving her was a constant battle, but it was a war I was willing to die for .” Bryant Royal
Whoooa ! I thought the first book was a mind fuck but it has nothing on Crowned by Fate ! This story was addicting and captivating from the start and as with every book I’ve read by Amo Jones I didn’t put it down till It ended . My mind is blown away by all that went on , the secrets, the lies and the betrayal , the plot definitely thickened in this book and the story definitely had its twist and turns of EPIC proportions! These two characters have been one of my favorite that I’ve read from this author, the chemistry , the passion, the love they have for each other is steamy and hot as hell ! What I absolutely loved was at the beginning of each chapter was a quote from each character . There is a lot that is going on in this story and believe me you think you have it figured out but you don’t and you won’t till the end ! Definite must read and definite 5 stars from me !
*** ARC given for honest review ***
Oh my gosh!!! This book had all the angsty push and pull that we love between characters. The minute I thought I had my feet under me the bottom would fall out. My heart would pinch thinking where are we going now.
Bryant was all alpha male. Isa was all kick butt and devious. Bryant knew what she was thinking before she could put her plans into action. I loved that Isa didn’t give up.
These characters gave a look into mental illness, and loving someone thru it. These characters spring off the pages, and leave me wanting more!!
Omg…. omg….omg!!!!
Every prior thought, ever theory, and everything I thought I new was thrown out the window In Crowned by Fate!! How does Amo Jones do it? At the beginning of every chapter I had to mentally prepare myself for the F@€Kery she masterfully weaves! Every chapter had me gasping and on my toes!
I can’t count how many times I asked my self what was happening and how many times my mind was pushed to the limit! Amo Jones knows how to create such a masterpiece with her amazing words.
My review is going to be short because I don’t want to give anything away. And I think that even though I wish I could talk about this whole book, I know I can’t and I won’t spoilt it for anyone. All I have to say is…if you like a good book that will have you turning the pages like your life depended on it…then this is the series you want to jump right into.
I haven’t read a book that had so many twists and turns in a while. I mean, this book had me sitting at the edge of my seat the whole time. It felt like I was actually spinning so much as if I just got off a roller coaster that had too many spins in it!
This book is the conclusion to Bryant and Isa’s story. She went through some stuff in this book that I could never imagine anyone going through. The deceit, lies and angst this book provided had me eating off the tips of finger nails. Things that I never in my life imagined would happen, happened.
Amo Jones always knows how to tangle those strings into my heart that I am unable to disentangle. She is the perfect author to write the type of books that will leave you breathless, hitting your kindle, and screaming “why, why, why”!!
Having the anticipation to wait for this book was well worth it!
Leave it to Amo Jones to once again create a masterpiece out of chaos. Those who read Crowned by Hate are likely still traumatized by that brutal cliffy. Well, in Crowned by Fate, Amo takes everything we thought we knew and turns it on its head. The twists and turns, mindboggling revelations and bombshells keep on coming. You can’t blink while reading for fear of missing something crucial. Isa brings her A game. This girl doesn’t pull any punches. She comes out swinging. What a beautiful mess! And Bryant is just about the only man who could handle this tornado. And he handles it with flare! Bryant and Isa are not just any fire, they are in inferno! Loved everything about this chaotic, dark and dirty love story!
Oh jeez Amo, you slay me!!!….
I read book 1 only a fortnight ago and I was blown away – of my 100s of books read, I’ve never seen a book end the way this one did! It was truly amazing and had me seriously wondering what the *** just happened?!?!…. Cliffhangers of all cliffhangers is an understatement
Fast forward to this book and I lost sleep because I physically couldn’t put it down ! The characters were unreal – I’m kinda in love with Isa; there – I’ve admitted it! That girl is seriously mentally unbalanced and yet she worked her way into my heart and I do believe she’ll stay there, unforgettable that girl is!! As for Bryant? Man, your a complicated beast! And at one stage you shattered my heart, i really thought that happened! He’s dark, calculating, dangerous, and yet I loved you for Isa! Devon? I would love your story! If anyone has skeletons in their closet then it’s you! And if anyone could do your story justice then it’s Amo!!!
The storyline? Let me just say, what you think is happening?…Isn’t! You will never work it out until you finish it! At times I thought yeah, I know where your going, I know what’s going on here…I didn’t!
Amo Jones knows how to mess with your head, break your heart, make you smile and tell a story that will mesmerise you and will stay with you.
I loved this book, I loved the last book and if you like dark and dangerous, heartwarming and heartbreaking, deep and sexy story’s – then you’ll love it too!!!
5 amazing well worthy stars.
*I voluntarily received an arc from the author and this is my honest review.
**Do Not Read until you read Crowned By Hate first. This is book 2 in the Crowned Duet. This is the conclusion to Bryant and Isa’s story**
Wow!
Amo has finally answered the long awaited questions that have been going around in circles in my head. While many of her readers have waited for three excruciating years, for those answers we finally get them but not without being thrown through the emotional ringer and with more questions as we read. While some readers may find our Alpha, Bryant controlling and toxic. I for one LOVED IT!!
So if you aren’t a fan of a toxic and controlling Alpha, this is not a Duet for you. However if you are a fan, honestly what are you waiting for?? Go and get both books and binge them!!
Bravo Ms. Jones!! I can’t wait for more of your books!!
This story had my head spinning the entire time! Lots of mysteries unveiled and truths brought to light. The love Bryant and Isa share is irrefutably hot, sexy, and undeniable. I loved the way it all came together at the end! A+++ Amo Jones!
Amo Jones messed with my head big time when I read Crowned by Hate, I spent most of that book just cluelessly holding on for the ride. So I knew exactly what I was in for with this book…right? I knew I was gonna get my mind fucked with and I was ok with that. I had all my theories set out so I was going to be fine, i knew who to trust, I knew what was coming, I was prepared for anything….Nope, not even close. I knew nothing!!! I wasn’t prepared, I was just kidding myself! I have never wanted answers to my questions more than I did with this story, I’ve also never dreaded getting those answers as much as I did once I’d started this book. Straightaway I was adding more questions to my list to be answered, I was questioning everyone and everybloodything. The anxiety! You have no idea. And to make it worse everytime i thought I knew something I soon found out I didn’t know shit. It’s been a while since I’ve thrown my kindle while reading but Ms Jones has just broken that streak (thanks for that Amo). This book had me swinging from one emotion to the next and back again, the twists just kept coming and I wasn’t expecting any of them. Did I mention the sexual chemistry between Isa and Bryant? Talk about intense. I’d forgotten just how hot they burn when they’re together. You can feel the tension between them and I couldn’t get enough of it.
This book was pure Amo Jones magic. There is no other author I’ve read that consistently keeps me guessing and who fucks with my head quite like she does. I would love to live in her mind, I bet it’s a wonderful/scary/fucked up place to be. This duet is a wild ride and I can’t recommend it enough. Go read these books. And expect the unexpected!
This book is everything!!! Dark, twisted, scandalous and more!!! Just when you think you know what’s coming next everything is flipped another way! I devoured this book in one sitting… deprived of sleep but so worth it! Amo Jones once again you wrecked me in all ways good! Love you and all your stories!
I went back and reread Crowned by Hate before I started this one. I read it first in 2017, I still remembered some stuff but I wanted to remember it all! This book basically picks up where the first left us with out mouths hanging open. Isa is still our fierce, bad mouth,strong as hell heroine, Bryant is still all alpha and Devon well lets just say I really really hope that Amo will write his story. This book kept me on my toes I didn’t know who, what, why, when…. there were so many twist, I couldn’t guess anything until it was reveled to me. Seriously this book will amaze you with how it is written , keeping everything just out of reach then putting it all together!! AMO you are freaking amazing!!!
Feels 5
Storyline 5
Steam 5
Overall Rating 5
Kindle eArc provided by Author
Reviewed by Lindsey
Finally!! Omg! But the wait was worth it. This book was everything twisted, dark and good. I devoured this book! The story had me reeling and I couldn’t put it down. Fantastic read! Just when I thought I had something figured out I was wrong. Seriously…amazing!!! Don’t miss this duet!
If you think you know the limit to where Amo Jones can go, you are dead wrong.
If you think you have a hang of the twisted and dark mindgames Amo Jones can play with you, you are, AGAIN, dead wrong.
If you think you will come out on the other side of Crownd by Fate with any piece of your sanity and soul intact, you are dead wrong.
And if you think you can get ready or be prepared for the ridiculously addictive and sensational ride Amo Jones will take you on, YOU ARE DEAD FREAKING WRONG!
I am not sure if I am sure what I just read. I just know I am blessed to read such genius level of writing. And you are going hate yourself forever if you miss this.
Period.
Isa and Bryant’s story took every ounce of my heart and soul. I am emotionally spent. Isa is the most intriguing girl I have ever met in a romance. And that’s something considering it’s Amo Jones we are talking about. She is reckless. She is impulsive. She takes rebellion very seriously. She has a spine of steel and she knows how to use her sexuality as a weapon. She is unapologetically inappropriate and all sorts of crazy. And she has the most sensitive and loving heart behind all the broken pieces. I love her. I want to protect her even when this badass girl needs no protection.
And then there is Bryant. A true monster through and through. Don’t try to find out light and softness because you will find none. Amo Jones made him a dark person every single way. And, god help me, I love his darkness to the last moment. He is ruthless. He is merciless. His heart is a damaged mangled thing. Even his love for Isa is a toxic thing that pours into the deepest corners of their soul. They make love like they are trying to kill each other. It is no fairy tale. Their story is violent, explosive and all consuming. The happily ever after comes at a cost of blood, sweat and tears. They will never be a normal couple because their love crosses the boundaries of normality.
Crowned by Fate has a maddening story line. I kept stopping and stalling and repeating lines to be sure I am not missing something .Amo Jones delivered punches after punches and I had whiplash from the twists and turns.Yes it’s Top Read 2020. Yeah it’s Must Read Romance 2020. Yeah it’s another Amo Jones Masterpiece. But nothing can tell you how incredibly insane and mindblowing this story is.
Received ARC for honest review.
The only thing predictable about reading an Amo Jones novel is that she’s going to F your mind- she’s gonna F it hard. It’s the reading equivalent of letting Amo routinely bitch slap you in the face, but the shock and sting of it feels so energizing that you sit back and take another, and another, because it makes you feel more alive. (did this just get weird?)
Over two years ago, Crowned by Hate rocked our world. We sprinted through another great Amo read full of hate-love tension, questionable motives, twisted characters, and with a classically Amo alphahole puppeteer anti-hero at the helm. Bright eyed and bushy tailed we enjoyed what we thought was a somewhat straightforward but darker enemies to lovers tale and BAM- we get to that last chapter and she basically lobotomized us with a shock that reshaped the whole story in one moment. How easily we forget that nothing is as it seems in an Amo Jones story. (#amobitchslap)
Finally, we have some answers for Bryant and Isa in Crowned by Fate- ERR scratch that, did you not read anything I just said? Nothing is as it seems, and even what we thought we knew we really don’t. Clever really- because many of our characters are confused and in the dark- and we get to experience it alongside them. I can’t say much about the plot here without giving too much away- and I want you to experience the bitch-slapping shocks in their entirety. So I’ll just say this- Bryant and Isa are in this story, things are messed up, things are confusing and disturbing, and our story addresses the big fat elephant that’s been in the room for the last 2 years- that final chapter. And, the game keeps changing.
We do have what we love about Bryant and Isa-Bryant is still controlling and calculating and oh so delicious. Isa is still a reckless pistol- lashing out with spunk and attitude to mask past hurt. She’s feisty AF but still vulnerable. Their chemistry is still toxic and feral and romantic and magnetic all at once- like a bomb about to ignite.
What makes Amo Jones such a well loved dark romance author is all here and at its best- dark romantic chemistry (and plenty of angry steamy times), mystery and very flawed characters who do twisted things, betrayal and manipulation and distrust galore, a maze of suspicious characters and whiplash from twist after twist. Amo normally has a tour d’force approach to plot and pacing (much like the attitudes of her characters), but the passage of time here is much slower, which means we really get to play around in the minds of our characters and the tangled web we’re trying to unravel as we figure out just WHAT THE F is going on. We get dual POV which is great, and we get answers at a quick enough rate to keep us from ripping our hair out- Amo keeps us on our toes, but she keeps us moving, too. This is some of the tightest, most strategic prose I’ve seen from Amo. She really is like the dark romance manifestation of Edgar Allan Poe- she’s a virtuoso of tone and darkness, using a Gothic sensibility to heighten both the drama and emotional impact. My ONLY gripe is that the final twist (was that shock 9808?) has a bit of a scooby-do ending feel to it- slightly abrupt and a little too easy after such a well paced and Sisyphean journey this was for our characters to get there.
As I said before, this book has more twists than a pack of twizzlers, and then it has some more. No one is reliable, no one’s motives are clear- and that really is the central theme of this second installment- TRUST. Can you love someone without trust? Can you trust someone when they’ve knowingly misled you or hurt you in the past? Can you trust yourself when your brain and instincts are at odds? How do you trust when you don’t know what is real? How do you, and we as readers, recover when everything seems like a lie? Is deception ever love? In this story, love isn’t easy- trust isn’t easy. It’s a battle. It’s war. But, oh, what a journey
That was a masterpiece! Absolutely a masterpiece!
From the beginning I was a part of this story. From the first page I couldn‘t put it down.
I adore Amo‘s books since I read the Elite King‘s Club series in 2018 and I am so glad that I discovered her.
The Story hypnotized me and made me feel so many things. I cried during the fist 20% multiple times. It was so emotional and full of feelings. The whole story had so many emotions. There was pain, loneliness, love, strength and loyalty.
But in the end I have to say that the end was f****** perfect.
Amo Jones created so many plottwits and „what the hell“ moments for me that I loved every page of this story. I couldn’t do anything else than to inhale it.
You can see so much of Amo‘s writing style in this and I have to admit that this is one of the best books Amo has ever written.
Thanks to Amo and Socialbutterfly PR for sending me a copy of „Crowned by Fate“!
Book: Crowned by Fate (Crowned #2)
Author: Amo Jones
Rating: 4/5 stars
“Because I may be a mess, but I’m a stubborn mess”
Have you ever read a book and at the end of it you question your sanity? Well, that’s exactly how Crowned by Fate by the marvelous Amo Jones will make you feel.
Miss Amo, has the incredible ability to write beautifully broken yet extremely powerful books and this one is no exception to that rule. She created a dark, twisted, and yet redeeming story for Bryant and Isa Royal. One of the things I enjoy the most from Amo is that she makes me relate to her characters in one way or another and at the same time it’s so surreal how their insecurities and strengths make you love them even more.
I read book one like 6 months ago, was recommended by a bookfriend, by that time I was already a fan of her work when I finished it… I was gobsmacked, who ends a book like that!? Well, Amo the queen of dark romance Jones does!!! I feel bad for the readers that had to wait 3 years for this baby but trust me it is worth it!
Isa and Bryant have returned and they are about to turn your world upside down and you’ll f*cking enjoy it! Get ready….that’s all I’ll say.
Bryant and Isa’s story continues following on from that cliffhanger ending of Book 1. Isa is even more of the fierce, sultry Queen Bee and she has sharpened her sting ready for battle. Bryant is an even bigger Alpha-hole than he was before and I didn’t think that was possible. He is smooth as silk but don’t be fooled, his edges are sharp and believe me he cuts deep! These two characters dig under your skin and you can’t not be swept up in their love affair.
Devon, oh Devon how he turned out to be one of my favourite secondary characters ever! I think I might just keep him despite his sins. Amo masterfully crafted this novel to have you so invested, you are blindsided by every twist and turn that comes your way and there are many! What I loved about this novel was the suspense of it, the element of surprise, the meticulously thought out subplot beyond the romance. Most of all I loved how Bryant and Isa combust around each other, they are constantly at war, yet there is no other person made just for them. Her soothes her soul, her fractured mind and she brings a king to his knee’s in all the ways that matter.
The Crowned Duet is a twisted tale of hate, betrayal, loyalty, love, sacrifice and vengeance. A fight to reign, a tale of the hunter and his prey, a King and his Queen. A romance crafted in darkness but shines bright.