Some would say I have a privileged life. Daughter of the current President of the United States, wealthy, famous, and all things that some girls wish they had. Only I’d dream of having a simple life. A life where I wasn’t marrying the scariest man I have ever met. Well, I thought I had just met him, but it turns out, there’s so much I don’t know about myself. That’s all thanks to a past so … twisted, so warped, that no amount of money, or presidential status could wipe it clean.
I’m the rebel child. Or as some may see it, the disappointment. I’ve never cared about expensive wedding gowns, or how much someone paid for a tailored suit. I don’t care if your wedding dress is from Walmart, or if it’s from some fancy, upscale designer line.
So why am I marrying the devil dressed in a thousand-dollar suit?
I’m about to find out how I got here. To marrying one of the most powerful men in the country. The road to finding out, though, is paved with darkness, painted with the blood of innocents, and it leads my ass straight to hell. Only this hell is a multi-million-dollar penthouse suite in New York City where Bryant Saint Royal, sits on his throne.
Little bit more about this book…
I’ve had this plot turning inside my brain for a while now. I’ve tossed and turned with it, fought with it, tried to modify it to be more acceptable, and in short, I’ve tried to p*ssy foot around my brutal little demons who have been whispering this story for over a year. Truth is, I couldn’t tame it. I couldn’t tame them, and I had to write it exactly as I saw it. Exactly as I have lived it, breathed it, relished in it inside of my head. See, my stories aren’t voices, they’re real, and they own every single inch of my being as I write them. Back to this book, yes, it was originally supposed to be a standalone, but I sent it to TWO betas who BOTH kicked up a sh*t at me about how the story was just…untold. So, I went back in, dove head first back into the murky depths of hell to revise, re-edit and twist the plot even further so this could be told in THREE parts. Book 1 is a full length standalone, but books 2 & 3 will be A LOT longer. You won’t be able to figure out this plot. Calling it twisted is an understatement, and It will f you in more ways than you’ve ever been f-ed before.
Anyway, I would say goodluck, but luck ain’t got shit, and god ain’t gon’ save you.
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I already knew this book would be a rollercoaster of emotions. This was the only Amo Jones book I hadn’t read yet because, i fell in loved with her writing last year but knew this book ended in a cliffy and I also knew she would be releasing the final book this year so I waited as long as I could so I wouldn’t have to suffer too long with my fix.
Of course Amo completely f***ed with our minds and I loved it. Isa and Bryant’s story was raw, sinister and HOT. She’s one of my favorite authors because she delivers all of the above in every book she writes. I haven’t read anything since finishing this book because I need the final book for my answers.
What did I just read??? I must say that all those people that read this book when it first released have extraordinary patience. I wouldn’t be able to wait so long for a second book after how this ended!! Thankfully, the next one is releasing on the 18th, so I won’t be waiting long!
Once again, Amo Jones proves that she’s the queen of mind-fucking books. She just knows how to write them, to keep us at the edge of ours seats and then deliver an ending that will have the readers out of their minds. This is exactly how I feel while writing this review!!
Isa is the daughter of the US President. She’s always been the black sheep of the family, the rebel. Her family might look perfect, but they are anything but. Her father has always been distant, her mother abandoned her when she was little, and her stepmom is the only one who she semi tolerates. When she first meets Bryant Royal, she feels the hostility he’s projecting towards her. Isa being Isa, she does everything to get a reaction. However, the plan he has for her is totally different from what she expected. It turns out they have history, and that history is what will chain her to him.
“I’m about to marry my worst enemy, I’m pretty sure the only threat to my life is from my husband-to-be.”
Their relationship is a whirlwind affair. The main feeling between them is hatred. However, there’s also attraction. Their encounters are scorching hot, feeding off their passion and underlining hate. I thought I was ready for anything, since I was already aware there is a cliffhanger ending. It turns out, I wasn’t ready for this ending. Never in my wildest thoughts could I predict this. So, if you haven’t read the book yet, beware because you are not ready for this! After all, if you are familiar with Amo Jones books, then you know that she always has something up her sleeve and will always leave you with a book hangover like no other!!!!!
What. The. Actual. Fuck.
By now I should have learned my lessons well and expect nothing but be totally mindfucked by any of the author’s work, but I guess I haven’t yet based on my totally nonplussed reaction. The twist in this story was something I didn’t reckon and completely suckerpunched me unaware. Just a few hours after consuming this book, I’m trying to think about all I’ve read and was left with more questions that badly needed answers. Gahhh!!! Suffice it to say, my mind is working overtime figuring things out.
Isa and Bryant’s chemistry is fire, but one that was rife with secrets and lies. There were times that I don’t know how they will work out as a couple because of their headstrong personalities, but as the story progresses, they have slowly opened up to each other. In true Ms. Jones’ fashion, she has left me here with that mind boggling ending. I fucking loved it and I couldn’t wait for book two!
I can’t remember the last time I was left speechless after reading a book. What did I just read?! How, what why? Prepare to have Amo blow your mind. I read this book in one sitting and need book two NOW!
This book is a mind twister.. I’m just so confused LOL
I’m trying to figure out the plot, especially the ending but I’m clueless..
I’m intrigued though and I’m highly anticipating the next book where hopefully we might get some answers, but knowing Amo, likely we’ll just turn out to be more confused than ever. Argh still can’t wait!
This was a quick read but manages to pack a punch. It leaves off with a jaw-dropping cliffhanger that will have you mindf’d & saying, “Holy crap! What did I just read?” The plot is well-written, dark, and twisted. It captures your attention and doesn’t let go. The suspense is gripping. The characters are so addicting even if you want to shake and scream at them some times. This book is not for the faint of heart so go in with an open mind and dig in! I can’t wait for the next book!
***ARC generously provided in exchange for an honest review.***
It´s hard to write a review with out spoilers and conspiratory theories, this will be short and just have to said: What the fu*ck?!
Amo´s Blurb fooled me, this book is a mindblow, I just jump and scream in some part and at the end I was like: “Ok that explains some things…but leaves open another things” At the begining is about the revenge marriage of the rich stallion Bryant Royal with the rebel president´s daugther Isa Johnson, but as the story progresses, everything becomes darker and raw.
That cliffhanger will gives you a real hangover.
Wait for Crowned by Fate.
Amo Jones has some crazy addictive books and Crowned by Hate sucked me in the best way. Isa is the daughter of the president and quite the wild child. In comes Bryant Royal and the secrets that bring them together and you have one explosive story. I can’t believe how this book ended and I am dying for book 2!!
What did I just read? Crowned by Hate was a dark, gritty, shocking tale that had me hooked from beginning to end. This dark romance was hott and steamy and you will be scorched with the intensity of Isa and Bryant’s chemistry. Their love hate relationship will keep you engaged and you will be consumed with these characters and their addictive storyline. The story was mysterious, and unpredictable, filled with twists and turns that you will not see coming and that ending will leave you anxious for more. Crowned by Hate was a mind blowing read and I would highly recommend it to all lovers of dark romance.
When it comes to Amo Jones, no review will do it justice there ain’t no words that can tell you how or what this book is about. All I can tell you get this book ASAP and I promise you will be dying for more Amo Jones.. You cant just read one of her books youll need them all lol..
FIVE MINDBLOWING STARS for Isa and Bryant !!!
Honestly, I’m confused and totally lost.
I’ve read a variety of books so far, but nothing could prepare me for this one.
Although I’m familiar with Amo’s writing style, this book was completely different and a real refreshment that experienced my readers’ boundaries with each page.
This book made me think throughout my reading and I had the feeling that I was slowly connecting the threads of the story, but at one point I got lost and I no longer knew who was the positive character and who was negative in the story.
“Crowned by Hate” is suspense romance with enemies to lovers trope and much, much more.
Isa is an unusual female character who intrigued me from the very beginning of the book and I wanted to know more about her.
I found out more about her but I also didn’t.
Bryant is a male character I didn’t like from the beginning but as the story unfolded his behavior towards Isa began to change and so did my opinion of him.
Do you love Amo’s books?
You’re looking for a dark, suspense and twisted book that will blow your mind away?
If is “yes” your answer, then this is definitely a book for you!
Highly recommended!!!
P.S. Can’t wait to read “Crowned by Fate”!!!
HOLY, what did I just read?!?!
My brain is running a mile a minute trying to digest what I just read and I’m absolutely dying for book 2. I don’t know what to think and I need answers!
This is the second series I have started by this author and she has quickly proven herself to be one of my favorite authors. Her writing sucks me in from the very beginning and before I know it, the book is over and I loved every single second of the ride.
I didn’t even read the prologue to this story, I just dove right in and I HIGHLY recommend going in blind like I did. I was taken on a dark, twisty ride and I was completely captured by this story! Now, I need book 2 right now!
Grateful to have received a complimentary ARC copy to honestly review.
I should have known better than to expect that a story by Ms. Jones would leave me with something ess then my mind spiraling in maelstrom! Yes, I was left with string at the words THE END while my mind was screaming WHAT THE… H… HAD HAPPENED THERE!?!?!?!?! And when I can get book 2 of the duet as this story was addictive!
Isa is the daughter of the President of the USA, so she’s really privileged one, but… is she happy with her life like that? She’s the rebel one, she would love to have a simple and easy life instead of the life of the Presidents daughter that has to attend parties and events. Her mind is a troubled one, one with wildness inside that is barely contained.
Bryant is a reach man that wants nothing more than to hurt Isa, he’s arrogant, dominant, and strong. It’s the type you love or hate. And I’m the one that LOVES this kind of man! He was the biggest surprise in his development during this story! Ugh… I have an idea for Crowned by Fate, but… I hope it won’t happen in the next story.
Those two have history, but what had happened in the past? I can assure you that a rollercoaster of exploring the past and the present – will leave your head spinning but that’s something we love in Ms. Jones’s stories!
One thing I always say about Amo’s books is that they never fail to draw you in. This book I have to admit didn’t grab me from the very beginning but it didn’t take long. The moment Bryant and Isa met their chemistry was clear, of course nothing in Amo’s book are ever straight forward.
This book is set in the world of the elite, with Isa (the heroine) being the president’s wild child daughter and Bryant a CEO of one of New York’s largest holdings and know bachelor. When Bryant reveals to Isa that their pasts are intertwined she finds herself in a position she can’t escape from and is forced to marry Bryant Royal. A history full of lies and deception will always come back to haunt you and this is exactly what Isa now faces. Alongside a growing attraction to her now Husband, this story takes so many twists and turns you have no way of guessing what’s coming your way!
Bryant is an Alpha-hole and his roughness and his cold hearted tendencies don’t stop around Isa. That said Isa is no soft touch either, she is a woman with fire in her belly and I love that she stands up to Bryant, a little hellion for sure. Devon is Isa’s best friend, with benefits too and he is a secondary character that brings a lot to the story, I can’t wait to see more of him in book 2.
There isn’t much I can say about this book, other than READ IT! If you are a lover of enemies to lovers, with insane chemistry that walks on the darker side of romance then this is a book for you. Add to the mix the suspense, the plot twists and that ending and you have yourself one epic book. Hold on tight, sit back and enjoy the ride.
Amo Jones does not disappoint her readers with this dark and mysterious read. I’m in awe at Amo’s portrayal of Isa and Bryant relationship. How she gradually adds darkness and mystery in her novel.
Everytime I feel like I know what’s going to happen next, I’m deceived and had to expext the unexpected.
I definitely need to read book two when it comes out because Iam eager as hell to know what happens.
***4 “Beep. Beep.” stars***
“I don’t run, and if I am running, you should probably run too because that means something is chasing me.”
Oh my!!!! What the hell???? Wow!!! Just wow!!!
I was hearing that this book was fucked up and honestly, while i was reading it i was wondering why the hell everyone was saying that thing!!!
Okay, this book was a big mess, but i thought that i knew what was happening after all… and the key word is “thought” cause the last two chapters made me realized that i knew shit until that moment….
OMG!!! I need the second part!!!! I need to realize what is really happening in here!!!!
“He reminds me of someone or something. Something calculating. Something I’d only witnessed on someone once in my life.”
Honestly, i don’t know what to say about this book, cause I’m still trying to figure it out myself….
But the truth is that all this freakin’ mess did a great impact and that it has the ability to leave you craving more like a crack…
Bryan and Isa were confusing as hell…
Their relationship??? Confusing as hell!!!
Only their marriage seemed less confusing, but was it really??? Hmmm…
“Oh, we’re definitely going to kill each other before we’ve even reached the boring phase of marriage.”
Isa was the daughter of the president of United States…
God, she was trouble with a huge T… She wasn’t the role model daughter and she had so many shitty issues!!!
And then one day out of nowhere, Bryant Royal came into her life and he started to make demands… Crazy demands for so soon, but he is holding something against Isa and one of his demands is for her to become his wife…
“I’m about to marry my worst enemy, I’m pretty sure the only threat to my life is from my husband-to-be.”
Honestly, Bryant is one man full of contradictions…
He was giving me a whiplash…
He was cold, he was hot… He was cruel, he was tender… Arrrr!!! For God’s sake, man!!!!
And i really don’t know what were his true motives behind his actions….
Phew!!!! I need some freakin’ answers cause i’m losing my mind here!!!!
“Revenge in the sweetest way possible. I’ll make your life a living hell while gaining the benefits of marrying the president’s daughter.”
This was a really fucked up story with two very dysfuctional characters who together they were working really good!!!
But there are many creepy things that are standing between them!!!!
The plot had so many holes and i have to believe that Amo will fill them out on the next installment!!!
God, this woman’s pen is fucking up with my head…
And the bad thing??? I like it!!! Oups!!!
“Sometimes the bad people win.”
***I received an ARC for the exchange of an honest review***l
There is one thing which is always guaranteed by this talented authors’ work and that is to expect the unexpected. This is a brilliant masterpiece which is dark, sinister, twisted, raw, gritty, which all lead to a powerful and explosive plot. I was totally captive throughout this emotional and crazy journey and I cannot wait to read the next book.
Holy fuck…
Jesus…
WTF IS GOING ON!?!
My head is spinning.
Amo does not go lightly on her readers.
I am still fairly new to her work. I have the pleasure of reading a small handful of her books and with each one she continues to leave me speechless and my mind reeling.
I honestly don’t know how to review this and do it justice…
Everything I thought I knew as I read through this book, started spinning, completely mind-fucking me. Who I thought was the bad guy… Well, the author sure as shit knows how to throw curveballs. There are so many twists and turns in this book, you won’t know what direction you are going in.
It’s dark, it’s twisted, it’s a beautifully written mind fuck that had my heart pounding out of my chest, my mind reeling and my emotions out of whack. I’ve been sitting here for a couple of days trying to words this review right but I can’t. I’m still so overwhelmed. I am glad I read this book just in time for book two… BECAUSE I FUCKING NEED IT NOW! I’m addicted to all this Isa and Byrant… Byrant is not a nice man. That was made apparent within the first moment he was introduced into the story. He’s dangerous and will and does cause damage.
I am still lost for words…
I can say that… If you like dark, dangerous, twisted mind-fuck reads, then this is perfect for you! I can’t wait to start Crowned by Fate. BRING IT ON!
6 STARS!!!!!!
A quick, crazy story with intense characters and a dirty, little romance with so many confusing elements. You know with this author that there’s going to be a twist and boy was there. Mind blowing! The story bounces along with a dark romance, tons of mysterious characters and a storyline with US President’s daughter, a sexy billionaire and a forced, fake marriage. That’s the surface which is not a HEA in the making but underneath is so disturbing and dark and the reality of what’s really going on is just Wow! The only ding I have is that some of the terms and language was not USA which was a little confusing. Being from the US I had to google mince to know it means ground meat. But it didn’t affect my enjoyment of the story. The ending was phenomenally messed up with a WTF cliffhanger. I love this author’s devious mind and twisted stories. I’m looking forward to the next installment.
This book blew me away it literally left me gobsmacked and left me wondering what I’d just read.
I’m going to tell you absolutely nothing about the story nada zilch nothing hehe! Amo never delivers what I expect after reading the blurb and I love that.
Her imagination is a scary wonderful kaleidoscope of characters that she drops into a story of fu**ed up epic proportions with plot twists you don’t expect that have you questioning everything.
As I read I thought I knew what was going on, was I right I’ll never tell so take the challenge buy the book and see if you can work it out.