From USA Today Bestselling Author KL Donn comes an all new series about three brothers who love harder, fiercer, and obsessively more than the last. I am Crux Malcolm.And she. Is. Mine.Have you ever heard the sound of your life ending?A cell door slamming shut is the best way to describe it.I killed a man. A bad man. One who deserved far more than what I gave him.He looked at her when she was … deserved far more than what I gave him.
He looked at her when she was mine.
He touched her when she was mine.
He broke her when she was mine.
I’m getting out on a technicality.
Now, I’ll get to make her mine.
She’ll cry my name each night instead of his.
She’ll feel my pleasure instead of his pain.
I am Crux Malcolm
and it’s my turn to get what’s coming to me…
Farren Hallewell is my addiction and I’m obsessed.
***Warning***
Contains sensitive subject matter and may not be suitable for those who have triggers with abuse.
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This book was an emotional But a well put together story.
I was evolve with Farren and Crux story.
I was rooting for there chance to find peace happiness and family.
Farren is a young woman that been through abuse but she a survivor trying to find her way. She been broken for so long. Until Crux comes in her life.
Crux is driven for one purpose is to keep Farren safe and he willing to do anything to see to it.
I like his character because he see the woman that Farren can become he so patient and not judging when it comes to them.
I like how they are learning from each other.This was a well written book overall.
I felt like this story was told perfectly.
This book we’ll leave you with hope.
I would recommend this book because even through the darkest hours a person can over come with help from people that truly care and that there hope never give up.
Overall this book meet my expectations and more.
I voluntary read an advance reader copy and my opinion are my own.
I’ve been wanting to read this story for so long, ever since the author, K.L. Donn announced the book 🙂 I’ve been intrigued by it’s blurb and now that I get the chance to read this, I’m super happy and excited!!
Yes, this is a story that has possible triggers for some of you guys, but it’s not a dark romance story, at least for me it wasn’t and if for some of you guys, the possible triggers is hard to come by then proceed with caution if want to read this book because this was an awesome story written by even more awesome author, who actually knows how to portray to her readers, all the emotions, both the good and the bad and I’m guaranteeing that you won’t regret reading this, pinky promise 🙂
Now, I’m being completely honest about this story… I loved Crux’s character so much!! I loved his obsessive devotion towards his girl, Farren aka Ren; that’s his nickname for her <3, who's also been through hell. Crux saved her and has loved her through absolutely everything and will do undoubtedly do anything for her; to protect her, to always keep her feel safe, loved, cherished and above all, no one messes with what's his and Farren's his 😉
I also loved his character in the way that he was with Farren, tender yet at the same time OTT, but I loved it <3 😉
Jesus, Farren, I felt for her and her brother (NO SPOILERS!) but I will say this, they BOTH go through hell, one more than the other but still are both survivors, strong even if they don't recognize it at the time and at the end, justice was served! 🙂
I also adored the start of this new series, "Those Malcolm Boys" and I can't wait to see who's story is next and to see our beloved Crux with his woman, Farren aka Ren and see how their lives are going in the future and HOPEFULLY, we'll see MAYBE a bundle of joy in their lives?? I really hope so! Because both Crux and his girl deserve that ultimate happiness in their lives; the light that would obliterate all the dark spots that had been rooted in their souls; but don't get me wrong guys, these two do get their happy ending here.
This is just a little fantasy of mine that will HOPEFULLY COME TRUE 😉
I read the second book in the series first which lets you know these are standalones but after reading the second book I couldn’t miss what this author does in book one so here I am. Dang it I am so glad I went back to get Crux’s story. Too bad their father isn’t around any longer to help these guys with the idea of boundaries because clearly they don’t recognize them as an issue. Crux started his obsession with her at a young age and took on her abuser because of it. That doesn’t stop him and what results is a story of love, protection, rescue, rebirth and so much more. It’s a story that wil warm your heart even as you say “wo dude boundaries please”. He gives her back her voice and allows her to shine and stand to protect as well. It’s a great story that will have you reeling and just like this author planned you will be there to watch as each one works through their obsession with the women that win their hearts.
Obsessive Addiction is book 1 in the “Those Malcolm Boys” series, and just a small word of warning, this book does come with some triggers.
The Malcolm Brothers each have Obsessions that rule their lives and for Crux , that obsession happens to be the girl next door. Although not isnt totally a dark romance read, this book may not be the right reading Material for all readers as it addresses difficult and sensitive subject matter(s). I found this book to be a quick and steamy read; yet it stayed on my mind and my heart long after I was done reading Obsessive Addiction. Crux and Farren were the perfect couple. The emotions in this book were intense, hot, dramatic, angsty, passionate, heartbreaking, gritty and full of romance. I completely didn’t want this story to end. I was left wanting more of the Malcolm Brothers and their stories.
The heroine Farren has suffered horrific abuse that has haunted her even now in life and Crux ended up going to prison several years ago to protect her. Her torment didn’t stop with the murder of her tormentor/abuser and when Crux returns home to her, he offers to help her by giving her shelter and protection. Crux is hot, alpha sexy and determined in his quest to right the wrongs of Farren’s past for she is his Obsessive Addiction. This story is steamy, goes with the flow and is fast paced; this is a story that can be read in 1 sitting because its a phenomenal story thats hard to put down– this is an emotional, intense, steamy read. I recommend Obsessive Addiction totally. I will say that I wish the book was longer in length so we could have delved much more into the characters because I would have wanted alittle more added to the story plus I didn’t want this to end… I cant wait to read the next book in this series.
My rating: 4.6 stars *****
KL Donn starts her new The Malcolm Brothers series with Obsessive Addiction. The Malcolm Brother all have an Obsession and for Crux Malcolm, that obsession happens to be the girl next store. Although not a dark romance, this novella may not be suitable for all readers as it addresses difficult subject matter. I thought this story was a quick read, but it lingered on my brain and in my heart long after I finished reading Obsessive Addiction. I didn’t want the book to end and it left me wanting more of the Malcolm Brothers: Crew, Cross, and Crux. The heroine Farren has suffered unspeakable horrors; and her rainbow was hidden by clouds even after Crux goes to prison to protect her. Her torment didn’t stop with the murder of her abuser and when Crux returns home to her, he offers shelter and protection to his obsessive addiction. Crux is fierce and unstoppable in his quest to right the wrongs of Farren’s past. He’s determined and unflinching when faced with all her truths. The story is fast paced and can be read in one sitting—besides the fact that I’d be shocked if you were able to put it down, it’s a relatively short story… a novella of apx 110pgs. Unlike some of KL Donn’s novella’s this one is definitely a slow burn. Its still sexy, as I doubt KL Donn writes anything that you couldn’t classify in this manner, but it’s not off the charts like her Adair Empire books. I recommend Obsessive Addiction whole-heartedly. I wish the story had been longer and we could have delved deeper into the character because I didn’t want it to end… I wanted more of Crew and Cross as well! And I love that KL Donn took a chance at this book… this storyline because not all romance comes in a pretty package and while this one has a HEA, the character’s perseverance is what delivered the ultimate HEA. They went through HELL to get there and my hats tipped to KL Donn for writing a book that so beautifully embraces survival of tragedy!!!
This is a beautiful and emotional novella sucked me in from the very first page.
Farren Halliwell omg I wanted to crawl in the book and hug her. She’s been through so much at such a young age and she really needed something good in her life.
Crux Malcom..love him!! My favorite KL Donn Hero.
He was such a protective and possessive Alpha male. He was swoony and amazing!
This book is about overcoming abuse, bullying and abandonment. So happy that Farren was so strong at the end. They got the HEA they deserved.
Can’t wait for the rest of the Malcolm brothers.
5 stars!!
WOW! Not sure where Krystal gets all her book ideas much less the story like the one I just read. This book was amazing from beginning to end.
As Cruz gets out of prison on a technicality for killing a man that deserved so much more than he got for touching what belonged to Cruz but for thinking she was his. Farren belongs to Cruz and nobody will ever, ever hurt her again!
This book was so emotional on so many levels as Cruz sets out to give Farren back the life she deserves but was cheated out of and to build a life for them together. This book has so many emotions that brought tears to my eyes on more than on scene. The pain, love, hate, passion and newfound friendship brought to this story is nothing short of a man’s love for a woman he knows needs to be saved and protected for the rest of her life.
Obsessive Addiction is the story of Crux Malcolm and Farren Hallewell. Crux is a man obsessed. He’s planning his life to have Farren in it. One night Crux sees a very bad man trying to touch what isn’t his to touch, and he must protect what is his. Actions have consequences. When his choice puts him behind bars his obsession continues to grow.
Farren is a girl that’s grown up in a very uncomfortable home living with the ones that should have protected her but didn’t. She saw what Crux did. He did it right in front of her. She should be terrified, but she’s not. She feels safe with Crux.
This book is hot. Full of angst, drama, and feelers. Short, quick, and a full story. This is a must read.
This was a beautiful dark story about Crux and Farren. Their love was intense, obsessive and just perfect for them. I couldn’t stop reading until I finished this thrilling dark heart breaking story. This story was an addiction I definitely don’t want to stop. This was a great start to an awesome new series. K.L. Donn totally knocked it out of the park with this story and I can’t wait to read more.