Once upon a time, there was a beautiful princess who called a corrupt kingdom home sweet home. Protected and sheltered from the worst the world had to offer, she fell in love with the crumbling city that burned and blazed around her. Every dirty corner, every scary shadow, found a place within her heart. So did a man who was violent and dangerous, just like the streets she claimed as her own. … claimed as her own.
He was all business and brutality, except when it came to her. With her, he was calm, caring, and heartbreakingly patient.
He warned her over and over that he wasn’t the man for her, but she refused to listen. She never expected either the streets or their enforcer to hurt her, since she’d given her heart so completely to both.
She should have known the streets in the Point were always going to be savage, and so was the man committed to keeping control of them in the hands of criminals and bloody kingpins.
Blindsided by a betrayal which cut so deeply she was sure the wounds would never heal, the princess fled the home she loved and the man who broke her heart. Throwing away her rusted, twisted crown was supposed to help her forget. All it did was make her long for everything she left behind. She told herself she would never go back, but in this tormented kingdom, family is everything. Eventually, she has no choice but to return.
While she was gone, the people who loved her worked hard to make the city safe, and the man who destroyed her sank deeper into the darkness. Going back shouldn’t feel like surrender… but it does. As this pretty princess hovers on the edge of the unknown, the past attacks with a vengeance. It’s a good reminder that puppy love eventually grows up and turns into something with sharp teeth and one hell of a bite.
She never asked for the keys to the kingdom. She’d much rather go out and build her own.
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5 “Favorite” Stars .
I can’t believe I finally got the long-awaited time to finally read the story of Booker and Karsen’s.It’s been a long wait for the story of these two characters, but I can assure you that Jay crownover made it worth waiting. I loved this book, it certainly is the best not only the series but of all her books.
Respect is the third and final book in the series The Breaking Point, bringing not only a conclusion to these the story of Booker and Karsen, but for all of them.To finish this book I felt that a cycle is closed and the author has done an excellent job in bringing all these characters to a full circle.
Booker definitely became my favorite character of Jay Crownover (sorry Rules). But he just won me over with your devotion, love and protection for Karsen.I love these anti-Heroes that have dubious character, can appear more on the surface, but inside they are much more than that, and by the right person they are capable of anything until you try to do the right thing, which isn’t always easy for men.And Karsen she’s a heroine simply fantastic: smart, confident, courageous and passionate.I felt like I really saw her transformation in previous books in a teenager for this amazing and brave woman who she has become.
The dynamic between these two is absolutely fantastic! The strong sexual tension and your love for each other is clear to others and for the reader.It’s a complicated relationship, with secrets must be revealed, feelings need to be revealed and I loved seeing everything develop between them where you could see how these two are perfect for each other.
Now let me tell you: that anger felt two characters throughout this journey. How could you play with other people like this.I understand that could have a good intention, but couldn’t fit them handle it. I hatred them um this book and think all is forgiven too easily, I would make them suffer more for what they did.
What I can say is that I loved this book. I read in one sitting, I started and I couldn’t leave until I read the last word.The dynamics between the characters were fantastic, the novel was absolutely perfect and even part of the suspense story served as a good addition to this incredible story. Absolutely perfect and my favorite by far.
“Other people see the Point as this awful place full of crime and terrible people. To me, it was always home. It’s where I felt the safest and most loved.”
I’m just feeling all kinds of emotions right now. It’s always such a bittersweet feeling when one of your favorite series comes to an end—it’s so exciting to finally see where everyone’s at at this point, but it also hurts my heart something fierce to say goodbye. I’ve loved this group of intense and possessive criminals, and strong, yet softhearted women ever since Jay released Better When He’s Bad. Now, after years of anticipating for more of this badass crew, we’ve ultimately reached the end of the road. And with the way this book ended—having everyone’s loose ends tied up—I just wanted to breakdown and cry.
Jay Crownover definitely saved the best for last, and delivered one of the most epic and unforgettable finales of all time. I feel like I’ve been waiting for Booker and Karsen’s story for forever—this book has been brewing since the Welcome to the Point series—and now that it’s here, all I can say is that… it’s absolutely worth every single second of the wait.
“I worked so hard to be bulletproof, but none of my defenses were ever good enough with her. She slipped through all the barriers without even trying.”
Noah Booker stole and melted my heart completely. I just have a soft spot for huge, cold-hearted men who look like nothing and no one can topple them over, but deep inside, they have a heart—just like anyone else—waiting to be revived and taken care of the way it’s supposed to be. Booker crippled me—I felt every single ounce of pain, remorse and guilt he felt when he thought he was only trying his best to do what’s right. When he ripped both his and Karsen’s hearts out, I felt it down to the pit of my stomach. But truthfully, if you’ve known this man and his journey throughout the entire series, the more you’ll just grow to love him. Because when it comes to Karsen Carter, you’ll see how different he is.
“She might be the princess of the Point, but she was the Queen, the undeniable ruler, of my crooked and shady heart.”
Karsen Carter might’ve been younger in age, but she’s got an old and beautiful soul. She’s just like this beacon shining in a pitch dark sky. She became the light in Booker’s world of darkness. The one who chased away the demons that always lurked in the depths of his soul. She’s this sweet girl, with a heart full of love, who became his source of hope. I adored Karsen—not only when it came to Booker, but also when it came to the town she considered her home. Most people would probably be desperate to flee the dark and dangerous streets of the Point, but this girl? She embraced it. It’s in her blood. And it highlighted just how brave and fierce she truly is.
“Turnabout is only fair, Karsen. I get to claim you as mine. If anyone puts their hands on you, I won’t be jealous, I’ll be lethal. Keep that in mind.”
I loved Booker and Karsen’s story with every fiber of my being. Among all the couples in the series, I think they’re the truest, rawest and grittiest ones to represent the Point—broken, damaged, and isn’t afraid to get blood on their hands; but at the same time, strong-willed, loyal to a fault, and would go to great lengths just to protect the people they love—the people who matter the most.
Even though this series has already come to a close, it’s one that I’ll surely crack open and keep revisiting in the future. It’s one that has found its own special nook in my heart. Every book will just take you on a rollercoaster ride, give you an adrenaline rush like no other, and have your palms sweating the more the plot unravels. And don’t even get me started with the characters—you’ll get attached and hooked onto them right off the bat. You’ll just continuously want to know more about them even long after it’s all over.
If you love a romantic suspense that’s packed with action and mind-blowing twists and turns, and with a couple you’ll root for until the very end, you need to read this. It’s certainly one of Jay Crownover’s most brilliant works to date.
Booker is just a sexy man, “not sure what brought that about, but that was singlehandedly the best wake-up call I’ve ever gotten.”He rubbed his free hand over his naked chest and his eyes widened when he noticed it was morning. “Holy ****. I slept through the night.” Karsen is a feisty little thing, always having her man’s back, “now isn’t the time for that. I trust Booker to handle it, and I don’t think he needs, or wants, your help.” In fact, I knew he would rather walk barefoot over glass than ask Race for anything.” I liked this book, I fell in love with Booker.
Respect is a little bittersweet for me as I have been DYING for Karsen and Booker’s story since we met then in Better When He’s Bold. Omg did I want their story and that need and want just got more intense as the storylines progressed from Honor to Dignity and now Respect. Respect was absolutely brilliant and everything I loved about a Jay Crownover book and yet I am so sad that it is over. This series is just one of those things that literally came out of nowhere. I wasn’t expecting it yet I know I am better off having read it.
There really is no way to read this story if you haven’t read the earlier books. Karsen and Booker were honestly astounding. It was meticulously written as the culmination of a six book series (Yes I count Bad, Bold and Brave) where all the i’s were dotted and t’s were crossed. This story continued the storylines from the previous books and we find out why exactly things turned out how they did. I seriously am so in love with Karsen and her light, strength, determination and all around badassery. She was the perfect match to Booker and his dark and broody persona. I loved this couple so hard and was so looking forward to seeing their eventual explosion!!
My favorite takeaway from this story was the fact that Booker and Karsen fought for their love and for each other like the bosses they were. More importantly, it was a fight like how all fights in the Point are – a no holds barred, take no prisoners kinda battle where eventually love and light always shine through. Bravo! 5 stars! ~Ratula
What can I say about this book that I don’t say about every Jay Crownover book?? First off, I’ll start with … DAMN!! This book has been so anticipated, so waited for, that there’s a fear that you hype it up so much in your head and end up disappointed. That was NOT the case here!!!! Booker and Karsen’s story was EVERYTHING it needed to be. It was them, their future, their forever. I loved that We got to see Noah, not just Booker. We got to see the man that Karsen fell in love with and not just everyone else’s perspective of him. I love that (while she’s still a little innocent) we saw a much more grown up side to Karsen. This is a girl who was hurt to the point of escaping and I love that we see her take charge of her life, her decisions. I loved seeing the pieces about everyone else we love and adore from The Point, from Bax and Dovie, Race and Brysen, Titus and Reeve, Nassir () and Key, and Stark and Noe. I couldn’t put this book down and while I agree, it could be a stand alone like all the Books in The Crownover Universe, I think that to fully appreciate it, The Point Series should be read before!!!
I was thrilled to read an ARC of this book and this is my review.
Currently, this is the last book in The Point series (I sincerely hope she writes more!) and it was well worth the wait! Not only do we get the story of Karson and Booker (who we’ve followed throughout the last few books) but we get an amazing ending to the series. I am so glad that a friend recommended this author- she is incredibly talented and seems to genuinely enjoy sharing her talent with her readers! Can be read as a stand-alone but MUCH more fun if you’ve read The Point/Breaking Point series (6 other books).