I’m a madman…she’s my cure.Once upon a time there was a devil and his bride.His hell awaited her while she tried to hide.He found her and trapped her inside.Where she had no choice but to stay at his side.Madman’s Cure is book 2 of the Madman Duet and should be read after Madman’s Method.
I honestly don’t have very much to say about this book. I always love this author’s stories, and again this was another fantastic book. Well written. Maybe a little on the too long side since I felt there were parts that made the story lag a little. However, the plot remained interesting. Twisted. Bloody. A fantastic cast of secondary characters, and both main characters were likable. All around this was another excellent read by this author and I can’t wait to get my hands on the next book…Arson…please!!!
“I’m the monster born in hell who bleeds every single day of his life,” he tells me, palming my head and leaning back, our lips a breath away from each other. “And you are my only salvation in the dark”
This is the second book in this duet and my main advice here to you is go into these completely blind with no prior conceptions, just experience this how its all meant to be told.
so this review is going to be very vague with no spoilers just some impressions from me.
If the first book focused mainly on our heroine this one does the opposite showcasing events from the other side of the fence so we get more of a balanced perspective into the whys and whats.
The veil here is lifted and we get to see behind the curtain better understanding the character dynamic and how the whole of this crapstorm came to pass.
Misdirection is most definitely this author’s middle name and she is certainly a master of her craft and as events unfolded here we are taken further down the rabbit hole.
She also writes just the best serial killer romances and every book I’ve read to date hits the spot for me and this one is definitely no exception.
The backstory here was just so heartbreaking if book One broke my heart this one further shattered it before putting the pieces back together.
This at times was not an easy read but the shared experiences here connected these two in all ways that matter.
Eduard’s and Arianna’s journey is a rocky one paved with misery, heartbreak and tragedy but like all epic stories, there’s a light at the end.
Finally, the finale here really touched me it was just so beautiful, giving closure and a very fitting end.
Loved this one so much and I recommend this duet highly.
I voluntary reviewed a copy of Madman’s Cure (Madman Duet, #2).
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This book is one of those “WTF did I just read” kind of books! It seriously blew my mind. When I read book 1 I had no clue the craziness I would read during this book! It was so good! The twists and turns. Everything confusing cane together during this book and I wasn’t expecting it. The writing was phenomenal! This duet was the first books I’ve read by V.F. Mason and I’m blown away! The dark and twisty is my favorite and V.F. blew it out of the park! I’ll definitely be reading more of her books!
This was the second part of this story which brought a new set of twists I wasn’t expecting. More harrowing tales from the past enlighten you of the horrors the twins suffered for the madman to be born. It was brutal, dark, tear-jerking at times and you finally think you know where the story is going your heart drops out from within as everything you thought is wrong. Totally amazing read. If you read book one, you need to finish this tale, no matter how dark and twisted it may seem.
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My madness no longer has a method… so I don’t wait for the cure.
Madman’s Cure (Madman Duet Book 2) is the conclusion of the Madman Duet by V.F. Mason! Madman’s Method (Madman Duet Book 1) was my first read from V.F. Mason and I was sooo surprised by how much I enjoyed this twisted, heartbreaking, gut-wrenching story! This is a duet so Madman’s Method does NEED to be read first. There is a trigger warning, and I’ll warn you again that there is a LOT of violence and some scenes are especially brutal but every scene is vital to the overall story. Madman’s Method left off a cliffhanger, a HUGE, ginormous bombshell was dropped and then we were left hanging! I may have cursed the author a little and threatened to break things buttt… I NEVER SAW IT COMING!! Just like my review of Madman’s Method, this review is going to be pretty short. This is just one of those books that have soo many twists and turns that it would be way to easy to accidentally slip in a spoiler!
In Madman’s Method, the story focused more on Arianna… well, Cassandra and Arianna’s story. But this time around in Madman’s Cure, we pick up right where we left off, and we finally hear the Madman’s story.
You are my phoenix that was born from the ashes of the fire of his creation.
Arianna Griffin, aka Cassandra Scott, is back to take her revenge on the ones who hurt her all those years ago.
Eduard has loved Arianna since they were children. She was his first and his only love. She has been, and will ALWAYS be his. But back then she only had eyes for his brother Eachann. Because that was the way he designed it. To keep her just close enough, but not too close.
Because loving you was a privilege I didn’t have.
Eudard wasn’t born a monster. But he embraced the darkness inside of him to protect the ones he loves the most, Eachann and Arianna.
There were people in Eudard’s life that hurt him. That wouldn’t hesitate to hurt HER if they thought for one minute she meant anything at all to him. So he did the only thing he could think of to keep her safe. Pushed her away and made her hate him.
My indifference has always been her salvation and protection from the monsters ready to feast on anything that belonged to me. The most ironic and tragic part about it all? I’ve failed to help them both when they’ve needed me the most, despite all the coldness I’ve displayed toward them.
But now that Arianna is back, Eudard’s past is also back to once again try and take what’s his. But this time around he has no intention of letting his phoenix go again. He will put a stop to the maestro once and for all.
I had to live without my heart and soul for a decade, suffering in silence while everything inside me demanded vengeance I could never seek. This time around, I don’t give a fuck what it takes to destroy the maestro; I won’t let anyone win this war.
But when he finally shows Arianna the monster inside of him, can she still truly love him?
Will we all find peace once our revenge is done? Will nightmares disappear along with pain and will a bright future be possible? Can a bittersweet ending to this story be our twisted beginning?
Sheesh… this dark and twisted duet has had my mind spinning! We finally have the answers to all the questions that were left unanswered in Madman’s Method. It took me forever to write this review because I was so scared I was going to accidentally slip something in and trust me, this is one of those books you want to go in blind and expect the unexpected! Not sure how in the hell or when in the hell I started feeling sympathetic towards serial killers, but apparently I do!
Do not ever run away from me again. I might be a monster, but I’m your monster.
I usually don’t prefer books that flip back and forth between the past and present because it can get pretty confusing but I had no problem keeping up with this one and for us to actually understand what had led up to what’s going on now, you have to start from the beginning. Back when Eudard’s torment first began…
I’m the monster born in hell who bleeds every single day of his life… and you are my only salvation in the dark.
Eudard is a complex character but once you finally read his side of the story and understand all the why’s… you can’t help but fall for him. My heart broke for the boy that he was, for the things that he endured for YEARS all in the name of protecting the ones he loves. The way he loves Arianna is *SIGH* honestly, I can’t even put it into words. She’s more than his obsession, more than the love of his life, just MORE. Like I said, I don’t know how she did it but Mason made me sympathize with serial killers.
You are my singular obsession in this life, the most precious possession.
Arianna, Cassandra, Phoenix, whatever you want to call her. I was amazed by her character. In Madman’s Method your heart breaks for her, she has been through hell and back and came out the other side as a survivor. But I was ready to see her finally fight back, not just talk about it and cause petty drama in her abuser’s lives, I wanted her to make them HURT! In Madman’s Cure you finally see her stand up for herself, and FINALLY, come to terms with the way she feels about her Madman and letting him take the reins.
But how can I keep a cold attitude when the serial killer is not just a monster, but the man I love? I can shout till I turn blue in the face that I don’t love him, but it won’t make it the truth.
Eduard and Arianna’s journey together has been far from easy. As young kids, they were thick as thieves and then like a switch one-day Eudard changed and they became enemies. But neither has been far from the other’s mind for long. Arianna has always been Eduard’s obsession and no matter how hard she tried to deny it, Arianna always felt a connection with Eduard. Now, all these years later, these two broken people find each other again and learn to love each other’s broken pieces.
I’m a madman. And you belong to me.
What an absolutely beautiful ending! I wasn’t prepared for that at all after all the tragedy and heartbreak that was in this book. But it was absolutely perfect.
He is a ruthless devil who came from hell to bring chaos and destruction to those around him with sadistic pleasure that only highlights his dark desires.
If I had to change something, it would have been the many different characters from I’m assuming previous books that make an appearance. As someone who isn’t familiar with Mason‘s book, I found myself really confused about who was who, especially when their names are so similar. Maybe a couple of characters from previous books playing parts but there was a LOT of different characters in this one and I had trouble keeping up.
Like I said, this duet was my first read from V.F. Mason and I loved it! She pushed boundaries with this one and I loved every minute of it! I’ve already added a few of her other books to my TBR and I’m excited to see what else she has in store for us!
Some darkness cannot be conquered with love.
I am REALLY hoping we get Laura and Arson’s story next! That psychotic dirty professor has a whole lot of crazy in him and I have a feeling Laura is going to have her hands full with that one!
If you are a dark romance fan looking for a read filled with suspense, violence, mind games, and tons of twists then trust me you are going to want to get your hands on Madman’s Duet! Highly recommend!
Like a curse that nothing can break no matter how one searches for the cure.
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/ – WOW! This duet was my first read from V.F. Mason so I wasn’t sure how I was going to like it. Again, WOW! I was sooo surprised by how much I enjoyed this twisted, heartbreaking, gut-wrenching story! If you are a dark romance fan looking for a read filled with suspense, violence, mind games, and tons of twists then trust me you are going to want to get your hands on Madman’s Duet! Highly recommend!
– HOLY HOTNESS! Eduard is a madman, who’s an alpha and dominant af! Need I say more?! The chemistry between these two has had sparks flying all over my Kindle! So when his Phoenix finally starts listening to her heart… SMOKING HOT! Although there were steamy scenes, for the type of book this was, and with the triggers that are in it, the steamy scenes weren’t overly done if that makes sense.
ℂ – Nope, no cliffhanger! Although the cliffhanger in book one almost made me break my Kindle… This time around our questions have been answered and this tragic story FINALLY has it’s happy ending. Buttt… there were a couple of characters that we met along the way *cough, Laura and Arson, cough* that I am REALLY hoping we hear more about in the future!
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I couldn’t wait for the conclusion of this duet with the way Madman’s Method ended; however, I was a little disappointed. It is so dark and twisted, it was a little difficult to read in parts. The author does a great job detailing everything that these poor boys had to endure. Struggling through all the tough parts was worth it though for that ending. I really loved how it ended!
V.F Mason has done it again!! She has left me absolutely floored.
This is the 2nd installment in the Madman duet so make sure you have read the first book Madman’s Method
This book will have you laughing, cursing, crying and heartbroken.
All your emotions will be running haywire.. All of my questions from Madman’s method have been answered.
I refuse to say anymore before I go spilling spoilers, but let me just say that this duet is a must read…
Best dark psychological duet I’ve read this year. The Madman’s Cure was an excellent ending to the duet. This book kept me sitting on the edge of my seat in anticipation. It’s totally unpredictable, with so many twists I guarantee you won’t see them coming until they land at your feet. An exceptionally good read. I’ll definitely be reading more of this authors books in the future.
Thank you L Woods PR for an advanced copy. I voluntarily reviewed this book. All opinions expressed are my own.
Madman’s Cure
Madman Duet #2
By: V. F. Mason
*REVIEW*
**Please note-this book has a lot of triggers, so take this into consideration before reading. **
Madman’s Cure is the second and final book in the Madman Duet. These books must be read in order, or you will be confused and frustrated with this one. After hanging and waiting, some answers and explanations are finally given about everything from Madman’s Method. I am honestly not sure I wanted to know any of what was revealed. I will not give specifics, but expect the really unexpected. If you want to be uncomfortable and shocked, read this book. If you want extremely dark and twisted psychological mess with your mind stuff, read this book. This author goes there, to the black spaces, and I’m like,”What did I just read?”. It’s a terrible, horrific story that you can’t stop reading. The characters are sharp, complex, tragic and beautiful. The story is compelling in an almost predatory way because it’s so dangerous and dark. You’ve never read anything like it I’m certain. Read if you dare. Don’t say I didn’t warn you!
I was so happy to get Madman’s Cure. After Madman’s Method I needed this book! This is by far one of the best duets I have read. This story was very well written, and I love how unique VF Mason’s stories always are. I felt every emotion while I was reading it. It had me hooked from the beginning and I couldn’t put it down. I had to have the rest of this story. It is so twisted, tragic, and unpredictable. As you read you get to put the puzzle together. I would highly recommend this book!
Madman’s Cure is book 2 in the Madman Duet by V.F. Mason and should be read after Madman’s Method.
All I am going to say is WOW!!! WOWZA!!! Just go in to this story and don’t have any preconceived thoughts in your head and get ready to have your mind blown. This is a twisted, raw, emotionally dark, mindblowing story that will have you wanting to go find a corner and just BE. I had to stop at points because several points in the story, I either was hurting emotionally because the characters were hurting and I felt their pain or things were just really intense and mind games were played …things were just…well…spoilers.
Eduard and Arianna’s story is rocky and their story is truly twisted and beautifully dark yet the ending is truly fitting.
My Rating: 4.5 stars *******
Cassandra Scott will have you on the edge of your seat right from the beginning. Our author was very smart in the way she keeps her readers in the dark. It’s an original way in keeping us engaged. We get background glimpses into the past of one of our characters that will shed light into how he came to be. It’s also a great way to keep the reader guessing.
You might think that you’re going to start the duet here but the word “duet” should give you a hint. In revealing a character’s past it gives you an explanation of where he’s coming from. You need to experience him just as the author has created him. Otherwise it would be like reading the end of a book first.
If I had to pick something that I didn’t seem to see as believable, it would have to be how intellect and language used by someone so young. Not sure a child’s impressions would be so detailed. But fiction is just that – not everything may feel realistic or believable. It’s a vehicle that shows the author’s creativity.
Other times, things seemed so realistic that at the very least it may cause you to cringe. This is a very twisted tale that you will really need to pay attention to – you might miss something if you blink. But you may need to put it down and walk away because it becomes painful since the author does such a great job in creating pictures in my mind. Reading it before you go to bed may not be the best idea – especially if you don’t do well with horror movies. When all is said and done I was actually sad to see the end come. Good news is that I can check out our author’s other work.
I was not compensated nor was I required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own.
VF Mason has become one of my must read author and she continues to hold this title with the release of Madman’s Cure. This is the second book in the duet and it will have you hooked from beginning to end. The story will take you on a roller-coaster ride of emotions and you will be unable to predict what will happen. This dark romance was well-crafted and fast paced with twists and turns that will totally mess with your mind and leave you speechless. Madman’s Cure was a fantastic conclusion to this duet and worthy of a 5 star status. I loved it and would highly recommend it to all lovers of dark romance.
This is book two in this intense and twisty duet. You must read book one, Madman’s Method first to get the whole story. Eduard and Arianna are incredibly strong and complex characters. It was simply impossible to read this book and not have your emotions go on a roller coaster ride of lows and highs as this couple’s relationsip evolves and the story unfolds. This is my candid, elective review.
Usually the second half of a duet isn’t as good or as exciting as the first.
Well not true with Madman’s Cure.
This book was outstanding!
It’s action packed.
It’s intense.
It is captivating.
It was pure brilliance.
Arianna is one tough,determined young lady.
She’s been to hell and hasn’t yet come back.
But she is still standing tall and unbroken.
Eudard omg are you freaking kidding me.
He is such a complex man.
Probably the most intricate and most multilayered character I’ve come across.
What an incredible book Ms. Mason has written.
It’s dark and so twisted.
It’s very powerful.
An unforgettable storyline and plot.
With remarkable characters.
This book had me so consumed.
Even days after finishing it I’m still reeling.
Everything about this story is all consuming!
10 BRAVO STARS!! BRAVO….This is my favorite duet of 2019!! I absolutely loved this dark twisted story. This story has all the feels and lots of oh my gosh moments you keep replaying in your brain. V.F. Mason finished this duet with with a bang of perfection. Her storytelling has captured my heart and I can’t wait for more of her words.
Be prepared for twists and turns with this second story and conclusion to Arianna and Eduard’s story. Whew what a ride for this couple! Completely rocked by this story. Another great duet by this author.
VF Mason is one of my favorite dark romance writers ever! I feel like I have been waiting on this book FOREVER! I hate spoilers in reviews, so I won’t go into too much, but READ THIS BOOK!!! It is everything you have come to know and love from VF Mason! FIVE STARS!!
Madman’s Cure is a gut wrenching, drama filled, action packed, twisted tale of love, family and fate. What lengths would you go to, to save someone that you love? At what point do you say enough is enough? Or do you always withstand what is given to you, to protect the one(s) nearest and dearest to your heart? Can you survive the beast? Let me tell you that things aren’t always what they seem. The man you thought was mad, or the woman you thought was weak can be someone completely different on the inside. You don’t ever know what battle a person is fighting or what pain they are enduring, at any given moment in time. Expect the unexpected.
Madman and Cassandra are two of the toughest characters that V.F. Mason has written. I was in awe over the mindset of Eudard. Although he is tough as a nail, he has a heart of gold. However, no one knows that because he seems so hard and closed off. What he never gave up on and never will? Love, family and he bond amongst friends. The compassion he shows to others. Not all serial killers are deranged lunatics; sometimes it’s just vengeance they’re seeking. After all, you paid the piper, now it’s time he collects!!
V.F. stole my heart and soul once again. I don’t think I have ever cried throughout the entirety of a book. Ever. Well, let me forewarn you, that you will need the tissues. A whole entire box. And what makes this story even better? We get an HEA. It’s not all roses and sunshine, but we get our HEA. Bravo to my favorite author … she has a best seller with Madman!