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Delicate Things
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The pages of this book contain vivid and often times disturbing scenes of blood, sex, gore and cannibalism.
Due to the graphic nature of these details, this book is not for the faint of heart and is intended for mature audiences only.
Hollis Jones was never normal.
She was what some might still consider a freak. From a young age, she had been taunted by almost all of her siblings and mocked by her parents until the day she was able to get away.
And that was when she met him ...
Bates Murphy had always been a man of exotic tastes.
He was what some might consider dangerous.
A man used to being on his own and indulging in his artistic needs, he never knew what it was like to need, truly need until the day he saw her.
And that was when their worlds collided ...
Hollis quickly had a foreboding feeling being around Bates, but he was the man that was meant for her. He was the one that would never hurt her. He was the one that she knew she would love to death.
The pages of this book contain vivid and often times disturbing scenes of blood, sex, gore and cannibalism.
Due to the graphic nature of these details, this book is not for the faint of heart and is intended for mature audiences only.
Hollis Jones was never normal.
She was what some might still consider a freak. From a young age, she had been taunted by almost all of her siblings and mocked by her parents until the day she was able to get away.
And that was when she met him ...
Bates Murphy had always been a man of exotic tastes.
He was what some might consider dangerous.
A man used to being on his own and indulging in his artistic needs, he never knew what it was like to need, truly need until the day he saw her.
And that was when their worlds collided ...
Hollis quickly had a foreboding feeling being around Bates, but he was the man that was meant for her. He was the one that would never hurt her. He was the one that she knew she would love to death.
210 pages, Kindle Edition
First published June 1, 2016
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About the author
Yolanda Olson
222 books1,885 followersYolanda Olson is a USA Today Bestselling and award-winning author. Born and raised in Bridgeport, CT where she currently resides, she usually spends her time watching her favorite channel, Investigation Discovery.
Occasionally, she takes a break to write books and test the limits of her mind. Also an avid horror movie fan, she likes to incorporate dark elements into the majority of her books.
You can keep in touch with her on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
Occasionally, she takes a break to write books and test the limits of her mind. Also an avid horror movie fan, she likes to incorporate dark elements into the majority of her books.
You can keep in touch with her on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
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August 3, 2020
Love it
If you are looking for a very dark, suspense, disturbing gore, with a twist. Then I highly recommend delicate things.
If you are looking for a very dark, suspense, disturbing gore, with a twist. Then I highly recommend delicate things.
November 9, 2022
Story 5/5
Narration 4/5
Delicate Things by Yolanda Olson, is about the chaotic relationship of Bates and Hollis, which began in Wicked Things.
Two disturbed individuals, who have fallen deeply in love with each other. Their way of showing their love to each other is unusual and utterly depraved to say the least. They like to torture and eat their gifts, to each other.
I don't like Bates very much, because most of the time he said things to Hollis that made her feel bad about herself and caused her to behave destructively.
I like Hollis, though. She has struggled all her life with other people's judgment of who she really is. So her sensitive psyche fractured and she became a sociopathic killer, with particular taste.
I like to read about disturbing and mentally unbalanced characters, so I like this story. However, it could have been better. I think more character development would have been good for the story, and more murder details were needed. The ideas for this tale are very good, but the plot has unfortunately not been developed enough.
So why did I rate this book with 5 stars? Because I love that Yolanda Olson's characters are always messed up, and they often do disturbing, gross, and in this particular story gory things.
I hope the next volume will be better. I look forward to reading it.
Narration 4/5
Delicate Things by Yolanda Olson, is about the chaotic relationship of Bates and Hollis, which began in Wicked Things.
Two disturbed individuals, who have fallen deeply in love with each other. Their way of showing their love to each other is unusual and utterly depraved to say the least. They like to torture and eat their gifts, to each other.
I don't like Bates very much, because most of the time he said things to Hollis that made her feel bad about herself and caused her to behave destructively.
I like Hollis, though. She has struggled all her life with other people's judgment of who she really is. So her sensitive psyche fractured and she became a sociopathic killer, with particular taste.
I like to read about disturbing and mentally unbalanced characters, so I like this story. However, it could have been better. I think more character development would have been good for the story, and more murder details were needed. The ideas for this tale are very good, but the plot has unfortunately not been developed enough.
So why did I rate this book with 5 stars? Because I love that Yolanda Olson's characters are always messed up, and they often do disturbing, gross, and in this particular story gory things.
I hope the next volume will be better. I look forward to reading it.
September 5, 2021
Phew, where do I even begin with this one?!? Yolanda’s mastery at weaving a tale of debauchery filled with angst and love will continually keep me needing more. The love story of Bates and Hollis is no different.
Hollis Jones, or pretty girl as she’s affectionately called by Bates, isn’t what meets the eye. Described as unstable and a ‘freak’ she’s relegated herself to an existence in self isolation. I mean what’s the point of befriending people when they only intend on hurting you; are unwilling to understand you; and are ultimately capable of breaking you.
Bates Murphy isn’t your typical boy next door. He has the good looks and the charisma that can get him what he wants. Tall, built, dark hair, piercing green eyes, and a husky voice. Who would pass up a chance encounter with the likes of that, I know I’d be intrigued to say the least.
Yet there’s darkness surrounding Bates’ soul. A darkness that speaks directly to Holls and builds a bond deeper than love or family. The art they create together isn’t for the faint hearted nor are the meals they prepare.
In the end it’s Bates devotion to his pretty girl that stole my breath away. No matter the harm she’s caused or attempted to cause, the groveling he’s subjected him to, or the eggshells he must traverse, nothing has been too great a burden for him to abandon Hollis. Call it unhealthy if you choose, in fiction - and dark romance, this is how love is built.
Now if you simply MUST know and don’t want to go along with the fun 🤣 scroll past my signature for the spoilers.
𝓋𝓍𝒽𝑒𝓍𝓃 𝓇𝑒𝒶𝒹𝓈
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This should be far enough right…
🏳️🌈 LBGTQ relationship - trans woman
❤️🩹 rejection from transition doctors
🙈 H cheats with a woman
🥴 cannibalism
🔥 kidnapping & murder, moderately descriptive
🔥 blood play (bathtub)
Hollis Jones, or pretty girl as she’s affectionately called by Bates, isn’t what meets the eye. Described as unstable and a ‘freak’ she’s relegated herself to an existence in self isolation. I mean what’s the point of befriending people when they only intend on hurting you; are unwilling to understand you; and are ultimately capable of breaking you.
Bates Murphy isn’t your typical boy next door. He has the good looks and the charisma that can get him what he wants. Tall, built, dark hair, piercing green eyes, and a husky voice. Who would pass up a chance encounter with the likes of that, I know I’d be intrigued to say the least.
Yet there’s darkness surrounding Bates’ soul. A darkness that speaks directly to Holls and builds a bond deeper than love or family. The art they create together isn’t for the faint hearted nor are the meals they prepare.
In the end it’s Bates devotion to his pretty girl that stole my breath away. No matter the harm she’s caused or attempted to cause, the groveling he’s subjected him to, or the eggshells he must traverse, nothing has been too great a burden for him to abandon Hollis. Call it unhealthy if you choose, in fiction - and dark romance, this is how love is built.
Now if you simply MUST know and don’t want to go along with the fun 🤣 scroll past my signature for the spoilers.
𝓋𝓍𝒽𝑒𝓍𝓃 𝓇𝑒𝒶𝒹𝓈
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This should be far enough right…
🏳️🌈 LBGTQ relationship - trans woman
❤️🩹 rejection from transition doctors
🙈 H cheats with a woman
🥴 cannibalism
🔥 kidnapping & murder, moderately descriptive
🔥 blood play (bathtub)
January 7, 2022
3.5
I started reading Wicked Things because the blurb intrigued me.
I didn’t know anything about Delicate Things or the triggers.
I went in totally blind.
So you can guess how much shocked i was at the end of this story 🤯🤯🤯
Before that ending I thought Wicked things was a beautiful and twisted fairy tale.
Bates was a dark knight with something shy and sweet in his manners, and Hollis was the damsell in distress...
But they are more than that, and they hide a disturberd soul under a pretty façade.
Reading Delicate Things became necessary and.... 🤯🙈🤯
This story is disturbly addictive!!
It's not for everyone because some scenes are really gruesome, yet I couldn't stop reading.
Hollis is the true protagonist of this second chapter: after being betrayed by Bates her mind is set on keeping him forever, and on becoming her true self.
She is more sick that Bates and that alone say everything....
However i'm really looking forward to read Violent Things because I need to know what gonna happen!!
I started reading Wicked Things because the blurb intrigued me.
I didn’t know anything about Delicate Things or the triggers.
I went in totally blind.
So you can guess how much shocked i was at the end of this story 🤯🤯🤯
Before that ending I thought Wicked things was a beautiful and twisted fairy tale.
Bates was a dark knight with something shy and sweet in his manners, and Hollis was the damsell in distress...
But they are more than that, and they hide a disturberd soul under a pretty façade.
Reading Delicate Things became necessary and.... 🤯🙈🤯
This story is disturbly addictive!!
It's not for everyone because some scenes are really gruesome, yet I couldn't stop reading.
Hollis is the true protagonist of this second chapter: after being betrayed by Bates her mind is set on keeping him forever, and on becoming her true self.
She is more sick that Bates and that alone say everything....
However i'm really looking forward to read Violent Things because I need to know what gonna happen!!
January 24, 2020
If you like super dark and disturbing reads, Delicate Things is one you’ll want to check out! It’s gory, suspenseful, and just plain sick... but in all the right ways, ya know?
May 25, 2016
Wow. Totally. Unequivocally. Incomparable. Pure. Genuis!
When I started this book, I had the usual expectations for one of Yolanda's literary works. I expected a total head play that would leave me totally messed up with a perfect balance of murders and psychos. Although this story completely gutted me, surprisingly not for the usual reasons.
Yes there is blood and gore, death in the most amazing fashions (I'm scared to ask how Yolanda come up with this stuff), activities and mishap among all things beautifully dysfunctional and dark in this story. HOWEVER. Those things are secondary in this story. This time.
As a reader you will be exposed to an insane level of insecurity and sadness in Hollis. Her actions as a result of those feelings will keep you on the edge of your seat. She feels absolutely NOTHING for anyone other than Bates. It's very rare to read about a woman who doesn't seem to have the instincts and feelings most women appear to own. Hollis doesn't have anything. From childhood to present, this kid has had a rough go of it. I often wondered throughout reading if Bates was good for her.....
Due to mature content, this story is intended for mature audiences. This story is on the darkest end of the dark spectrum. There may be triggers so adhere to the warning.
Kudos to Yolanda for having the courage to pen a story crossing boundaries, delicate subject matters, and just being a voice for those who exist outside the box with issues such as mental illness, complex and dysfunctional familial and/or intimate relationships, etc. This story is friggin' amazing and is definitely movie worthy!
Five gut wrenching stars!
When I started this book, I had the usual expectations for one of Yolanda's literary works. I expected a total head play that would leave me totally messed up with a perfect balance of murders and psychos. Although this story completely gutted me, surprisingly not for the usual reasons.
Yes there is blood and gore, death in the most amazing fashions (I'm scared to ask how Yolanda come up with this stuff), activities and mishap among all things beautifully dysfunctional and dark in this story. HOWEVER. Those things are secondary in this story. This time.
As a reader you will be exposed to an insane level of insecurity and sadness in Hollis. Her actions as a result of those feelings will keep you on the edge of your seat. She feels absolutely NOTHING for anyone other than Bates. It's very rare to read about a woman who doesn't seem to have the instincts and feelings most women appear to own. Hollis doesn't have anything. From childhood to present, this kid has had a rough go of it. I often wondered throughout reading if Bates was good for her.....
Due to mature content, this story is intended for mature audiences. This story is on the darkest end of the dark spectrum. There may be triggers so adhere to the warning.
Kudos to Yolanda for having the courage to pen a story crossing boundaries, delicate subject matters, and just being a voice for those who exist outside the box with issues such as mental illness, complex and dysfunctional familial and/or intimate relationships, etc. This story is friggin' amazing and is definitely movie worthy!
Five gut wrenching stars!
May 19, 2016
"Daddy's crazy and Mommy's a freak"
What a fantastically apt line yolanda writes !!
a couple so freekishly creepy, they'd make your skin crawl if you'd meet them ..*shudders*
Bates Murphy is an "Artist" , painting ' Live canvases'. He meets Hollis in a bar and they have instant attraction. Hollis is so besotted by him as he accepts her with all her inaptitude, her shortcomings and her disturbed mind. She wants to please him all the time, prepare his favourite meals, to painting like him. He is her saviour and protector and though he cheats , she forgives and craves to earn his approval.
Read at your own discretion cause it'll make you queasy, nauseous and don't eat before reading !!!!!!
A twisted , messed up love if there ever was one.
Lots and lots of WTF moments .
What did I just read moments.
Did she really write this, moments.
Hell this can't be true , moments.
Buckle up and prepare to be " coloured " by Bates and Holls.
Don't say I didn't warn you !!!
What a fantastically apt line yolanda writes !!
a couple so freekishly creepy, they'd make your skin crawl if you'd meet them ..*shudders*
Bates Murphy is an "Artist" , painting ' Live canvases'. He meets Hollis in a bar and they have instant attraction. Hollis is so besotted by him as he accepts her with all her inaptitude, her shortcomings and her disturbed mind. She wants to please him all the time, prepare his favourite meals, to painting like him. He is her saviour and protector and though he cheats , she forgives and craves to earn his approval.
Read at your own discretion cause it'll make you queasy, nauseous and don't eat before reading !!!!!!
A twisted , messed up love if there ever was one.
Lots and lots of WTF moments .
What did I just read moments.
Did she really write this, moments.
Hell this can't be true , moments.
Buckle up and prepare to be " coloured " by Bates and Holls.
Don't say I didn't warn you !!!
June 12, 2016
Holy mother of all things effed up!! What the hell did I just read?? This book takes dark and twisted to a whole new level!! And I loved every single word!! Holls and Bates have a very volatile but special relationship. And their unusual desires only bring them closer.
( I received an ARC in exchange for my honest review)
( I received an ARC in exchange for my honest review)
June 11, 2016
Wow Yolanda never seems to amaze me. Her books are definitely pushing the boundaries and I'm glad that she is not scared to go there.
This is a sick, twisted, gory and of course bloody read so just remember that you have been warned.
Hollis and Bates are just perfect for each other. While love is shown in different ways, Bates has trouble staying faithful to Hollis but in true Bates style he proves his love for her in a very depraved way but in doing so he takes something very precious away from her so in true form she returns the favour. An eye for an eye, so to say.
Delicate Things seems like a cut and dry romance story but in true Yolanda style, right near the end, BOOM, she throws in the biggest twist that I found myself saying WTF I did not see that coming.
This is the best book ever
This is a sick, twisted, gory and of course bloody read so just remember that you have been warned.
Hollis and Bates are just perfect for each other. While love is shown in different ways, Bates has trouble staying faithful to Hollis but in true Bates style he proves his love for her in a very depraved way but in doing so he takes something very precious away from her so in true form she returns the favour. An eye for an eye, so to say.
Delicate Things seems like a cut and dry romance story but in true Yolanda style, right near the end, BOOM, she throws in the biggest twist that I found myself saying WTF I did not see that coming.
This is the best book ever
April 19, 2017
Its really funny when you're told to read a book and someone tells you this is one of the authors tamer books.
Well, I was a Yolanda Olson virgin and I assumed tame meant a little dark.
What's one persons idea of tame is another's idea of twisted and sick.
However, if you're assuming that I didn't like it you would be extremely wrong!!!
I'm not afraid of a big bad book, in fact I secretly love it!! Clearly I'm as deranged as the author. I'm okay with that, and I'm pretty sure the author is too!
This book has a few wtf and omg moments in it, especially at the end. What a fantastically phenomenal twist that ending is!!!
If you like gross, sick and twisted books then dive right in the waters bloody.
Well, I was a Yolanda Olson virgin and I assumed tame meant a little dark.
What's one persons idea of tame is another's idea of twisted and sick.
However, if you're assuming that I didn't like it you would be extremely wrong!!!
I'm not afraid of a big bad book, in fact I secretly love it!! Clearly I'm as deranged as the author. I'm okay with that, and I'm pretty sure the author is too!
This book has a few wtf and omg moments in it, especially at the end. What a fantastically phenomenal twist that ending is!!!
If you like gross, sick and twisted books then dive right in the waters bloody.
July 26, 2020
Delicate Things is written in true Yolanda fashion. This book had me sitting on the edge of my seat because I knew Yolanda would play with my mind and I would not see it coming! Then BAM, it happens, my mouth drops open, and I'm thinking...where does she get these story ideas?
Please heed the warnings! Do not enter if you are squeamish!
I absolutely loved this story!
Please heed the warnings! Do not enter if you are squeamish!
I absolutely loved this story!
August 3, 2022
Omg! This book is fucking AMAZING! The ending left me flabbergasted fr fr fr 😳😮 Yolanda never ceases to amaze me🖤.
March 7, 2022
Whew, lordy. Yolanda Olson is ..... -chef's kiss-. This was my second time reading Delicate Things. I wanted to take a stroll back down dark, dark lane and refresh my memory.
Let me start by saying that there are SOME very triggering things in this book, and you should absolutely take every trigger warning seriously. ( some triggers without giving away spoilers; cheating, m*rder, kidnapping, bloodplay, and more )
This is the depraved love story of Bates & Hollis. Hollis is very openly unstable... to the point others call her a freak. Bates is unstable as well, but a little more discreet to his darkness. They form a bond over a very twisted type of..... art. Let's just say, there's NOTHING Bates won't do for his girl Hollis.
This book is DARK, twisted, filled with gore, and very very taboo. but if you're into that type of thing, just like me, you will LOVE this book.
Let me start by saying that there are SOME very triggering things in this book, and you should absolutely take every trigger warning seriously. ( some triggers without giving away spoilers; cheating, m*rder, kidnapping, bloodplay, and more )
This is the depraved love story of Bates & Hollis. Hollis is very openly unstable... to the point others call her a freak. Bates is unstable as well, but a little more discreet to his darkness. They form a bond over a very twisted type of..... art. Let's just say, there's NOTHING Bates won't do for his girl Hollis.
This book is DARK, twisted, filled with gore, and very very taboo. but if you're into that type of thing, just like me, you will LOVE this book.
May 15, 2016
Yolanda's books are just getting darker and bloodier.
This is most definitely a sick, twisted, bloody read.
We meet Hollis, a young person that has some serious issues. Her relationship with her boyfriend Bates is a match made in heaven, well maybe hell. They compliment each other in so many ways, ways that you never thought possible. These two are meant to be together, they are true soul mates.
When Bates makes the ultimate betrayal he has a lot of making up to do in order to get back in Hollis' good graces.
Both of these characters have serious issues, both are jealous when it comes to each other and I suppose there are insecurities as well.
If your into dark reads then this is for you, but be aware it is a very bloody read.
Yolanda has a way of writing that will suck you in and hold you captive. Leaving you wanting more and more.
I was lucky enough to beta read this book and it was a honour to do so.
This is most definitely a sick, twisted, bloody read.
We meet Hollis, a young person that has some serious issues. Her relationship with her boyfriend Bates is a match made in heaven, well maybe hell. They compliment each other in so many ways, ways that you never thought possible. These two are meant to be together, they are true soul mates.
When Bates makes the ultimate betrayal he has a lot of making up to do in order to get back in Hollis' good graces.
Both of these characters have serious issues, both are jealous when it comes to each other and I suppose there are insecurities as well.
If your into dark reads then this is for you, but be aware it is a very bloody read.
Yolanda has a way of writing that will suck you in and hold you captive. Leaving you wanting more and more.
I was lucky enough to beta read this book and it was a honour to do so.
December 31, 2020
Hollis. A holly tree. Symbol for fertility and sometimes eternal life.
Fertile. Vulnerable. Hollis gives you life. But she bares her soul at the same time. Don't take it for granted. She's fragile.
Never normal. Always the freak. Shh, She's fragile. You knew it. ... you knew it.
You took her love for granted Bates. He knew.. He knew.
...Better grovel with your patched up gifts and hopes she forgives you.
Love is such a delicate thing.
..and it's a good thing Hollis is in a forgiving mood.. after she takes out the trash and makes you dinner.
*4 stars/4.5 ... because there was a slight disheartening tone to the story telling. I rank this dark dark/almost pitch black but not quite*
Fertile. Vulnerable. Hollis gives you life. But she bares her soul at the same time. Don't take it for granted. She's fragile.
Never normal. Always the freak. Shh, She's fragile. You knew it. ... you knew it.
You took her love for granted Bates. He knew.. He knew.
...Better grovel with your patched up gifts and hopes she forgives you.
Love is such a delicate thing.
..and it's a good thing Hollis is in a forgiving mood.. after she takes out the trash and makes you dinner.
*4 stars/4.5 ... because there was a slight disheartening tone to the story telling. I rank this dark dark/almost pitch black but not quite*
September 23, 2019
I love dark and demented. I was told this author was the way to go for my dark reading habits.
I can honestly say this book was what was promised it would be. It was dark. It was sick. It was demented. However, there was little plot. Pretty much no plot. It felt more like a introduction of all things dark just to create shock and awe.
I get that this is a short story. But I had hoped for more out of it. There wasn't much character development. I was puzzled as to what the whole point of the story was.
I'm not saying I won't read anymore of this author's books, but I can say that I won't read anymore short stories from this author. I need more than what I got from this one.
I can honestly say this book was what was promised it would be. It was dark. It was sick. It was demented. However, there was little plot. Pretty much no plot. It felt more like a introduction of all things dark just to create shock and awe.
I get that this is a short story. But I had hoped for more out of it. There wasn't much character development. I was puzzled as to what the whole point of the story was.
I'm not saying I won't read anymore of this author's books, but I can say that I won't read anymore short stories from this author. I need more than what I got from this one.
May 15, 2016
I beta read this book.
Holy crap. A true dark love story that sees no boundaries.
Hollis and Bates are in love and would do anything for each other. But one day Bates made a mistake, he broke Hollis' trust. But that couldn't separate the two and soon their love was rekindle through an unexpected event, which starts to show Bates "artistic" side. With Hollis and Bates back together, it seems that their love gets stronger and nothing can break their love, buy they go through their ups and downs...will the make it to the end??
5 stars. With characters are well developed and intriguing
Holy crap. A true dark love story that sees no boundaries.
Hollis and Bates are in love and would do anything for each other. But one day Bates made a mistake, he broke Hollis' trust. But that couldn't separate the two and soon their love was rekindle through an unexpected event, which starts to show Bates "artistic" side. With Hollis and Bates back together, it seems that their love gets stronger and nothing can break their love, buy they go through their ups and downs...will the make it to the end??
5 stars. With characters are well developed and intriguing
June 12, 2016
Anyone who has read books by Yolanda Olson knows how dark she can go right? Nope ur wrong... While i was reading i found myself not wanting to stop ever.. I needed to know what was gonna happen... I needed to know everything... Oh how i learned everything at the end... Its dark, its romantic ( yes really!!!!) and full of surprises!! I think no one expected all of it!!!
June 12, 2016
This book makes me feel a bit demented
So...I wasn't going to give this five stars because I felt weird liking it so much. But I got over that stupidity in about two seconds because Olsen deserves to knows her books is quality if a bit deranged. And I thought I was effed up in the head ;)
So...I wasn't going to give this five stars because I felt weird liking it so much. But I got over that stupidity in about two seconds because Olsen deserves to knows her books is quality if a bit deranged. And I thought I was effed up in the head ;)
November 15, 2016
Hollis secret blew my mind!!
My review would never give justice for how utterly disturbingly and fantastic this book is. If I could I would give more stars! Hollis and Bates story is absolutely disgustingly horrid with a huge twist that I didn't see coming. Highly recommend this author for all who love sick and twisted reads.
My review would never give justice for how utterly disturbingly and fantastic this book is. If I could I would give more stars! Hollis and Bates story is absolutely disgustingly horrid with a huge twist that I didn't see coming. Highly recommend this author for all who love sick and twisted reads.
August 22, 2016
This was a very WTF read for me. I loved the twist and turns. It was very well written.
February 11, 2022
Wow....
This author delivered another messed up, dark, disturbing tale. An interesting love story of sorts, too. Hollis and Bates are not your average romance hero and heroine though. Yet, they love each other all the same. Their story is seriously twisted, gorey, and in the end, I totally felt for Hollis. This is a crazy story that I couldn't put down.
This is truly for fans of the author and/or readers who aren't afraid of dark, disturbing, boundary pushing books.
This author delivered another messed up, dark, disturbing tale. An interesting love story of sorts, too. Hollis and Bates are not your average romance hero and heroine though. Yet, they love each other all the same. Their story is seriously twisted, gorey, and in the end, I totally felt for Hollis. This is a crazy story that I couldn't put down.
This is truly for fans of the author and/or readers who aren't afraid of dark, disturbing, boundary pushing books.
June 3, 2024
Hollis + Bates
-insta obsession
-dark pasts
-they both have secrets
-he reveals he likes to…eat people? uhh like what? okay hahaha 😂
welllll at this point we also basically learn hollows trans but like bates totes cheated on her?! & i don’t understand why she fighting so hard. they’re both psycho & this is interesting haha
-insta obsession
-dark pasts
-they both have secrets
-he reveals he likes to…eat people? uhh like what? okay hahaha 😂
welllll at this point we also basically learn hollows trans but like bates totes cheated on her?! & i don’t understand why she fighting so hard. they’re both psycho & this is interesting haha
July 13, 2022
Expect the Unexpected
I've said this before about Yolanda - expect the unexpected! And I certainly got that!
This story is full of secrets, twists, and gore and I enjoyed every word of it! I can't wait for more Bates and Hollis 😍
I've said this before about Yolanda - expect the unexpected! And I certainly got that!
This story is full of secrets, twists, and gore and I enjoyed every word of it! I can't wait for more Bates and Hollis 😍
January 9, 2021
Bates and Hollis have an ODD relationship to say the least. Throw some depravity and horror in and you've got their love story. A quick dark read if you're looking for one.
August 1, 2020
Bloody gory!
A blood fest of a read. Bates and Holly are besotted with one another, so much so that they enjoy giving one another surprise presents.... A short and snappy read. Go on... if you dare....
A blood fest of a read. Bates and Holly are besotted with one another, so much so that they enjoy giving one another surprise presents.... A short and snappy read. Go on... if you dare....
February 19, 2017
I won a copy of this book from the Author
Wow this book is so messed up well the Characters are.. I loved every minute of it.. so twisted
Hollis and Bate and just crazy lol once i started I couldn't put this book down...
Wow this book is so messed up well the Characters are.. I loved every minute of it.. so twisted
Hollis and Bate and just crazy lol once i started I couldn't put this book down...
June 17, 2016
A dark masterpiece from Yolanda Olson. I can't even find the right words to describe how much I loved the story of Bates and Hollis . This may be a dark and twisted story but underneath it all there is a strong and unbreakable love. Every girl deserves to be as loved as Hollis is by Bates! Hell I want to be loved by Bates!!!! I have read and enjoyed all of Yolandas books to date but this has by far topped the rest.
Merged review:
Dark, twisted and amazing!!!
A dark masterpiece from Yolanda Olson. I can't even find the right words to describe how much I loved the story of Bates and Hollis . This may be a dark and twisted story but underneath it all there is a strong and unbreakable love. Every girl deserves to be as loved as Hollis is by Bates! Hell I want to be loved by Bates!!!! I have read and enjoyed all of Yolandas books to date but this has by far topped the rest.
Merged review:
Dark, twisted and amazing!!!
A dark masterpiece from Yolanda Olson. I can't even find the right words to describe how much I loved the story of Bates and Hollis . This may be a dark and twisted story but underneath it all there is a strong and unbreakable love. Every girl deserves to be as loved as Hollis is by Bates! Hell I want to be loved by Bates!!!! I have read and enjoyed all of Yolandas books to date but this has by far topped the rest.
July 10, 2016
A bloody success!!
This was a fantastic book and while I enjoyed it immensely, it wasn't my favorite by Yolanda Olson.
The relationship between Hollis and Bates is a strange one to say the least. Each a very strong character with serious issues, their love is unconventional and deeply disturbing, but it IS definitely love. They truly will do ANYTHING for each other, no matter how grotesque it may seem to someone like me... a sane individual haha!
The story is bloody and gory and demented...all the things I love in Yolanda Olson's books. She definitely knows how to write the sick and twisted. The only thing that keeps this from being a 5 star read for me is that I figured out one of the twists in the story from the get go. I do still think the book was fantastic and the the majority of readers would not figure it out. It's another bloody success for Yolanda Olson.
This was a fantastic book and while I enjoyed it immensely, it wasn't my favorite by Yolanda Olson.
The relationship between Hollis and Bates is a strange one to say the least. Each a very strong character with serious issues, their love is unconventional and deeply disturbing, but it IS definitely love. They truly will do ANYTHING for each other, no matter how grotesque it may seem to someone like me... a sane individual haha!
The story is bloody and gory and demented...all the things I love in Yolanda Olson's books. She definitely knows how to write the sick and twisted. The only thing that keeps this from being a 5 star read for me is that I figured out one of the twists in the story from the get go. I do still think the book was fantastic and the the majority of readers would not figure it out. It's another bloody success for Yolanda Olson.
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