5.0 out of 5 stars A steamy, well-written brother's best friend, grumpy/sunshine romance

N. · October 2, 2024

This was my first book by this author, and I was pleasantly happy when BookTok didn't disappoint me this time. This book deserves all the hype it gets! I'm officially a fan, and you can consider me part of the twisted squad.First of all, Alex is my new book bae 🥵 He gives all the book boyfriend vibes that we love. He's morally gray, broody, mysterious, a total Alphahole that only has a soft heart for the few people he cares for, and he would burn the world down for her.Ava was sweet but sassy. She was literally Alex's Sunshine, the light to his dark. She always sees the best in people and just wants someone to love her. And boy, does Alex love her 🥰 She isn't a weak character either, though. She's confident and holds her own when push comes to shove.I loved the growth that both characters showed! I really liked the side characters as well and look forward to reading more about them in the next books.The writing was engaging and kept me hooked. The pacing was good, easy to follow and didn't drag. There was a nice plot twist as well.Bottom line: I would recommend to all contemporary romance lovers looking for a easy read with spice.

4.0 out of 5 stars A Must-Read Grumpy Sunshine!

B. · June 1, 2025

I just finished reading Twisted Love, and seriously, you need to check it out. It's a fantastic contemporary romance featuring the ever-popular brother's best friend and grumpy meets sunshine tropes. While it kicks off the Twisted series, it totally works as a standalone read, which is great. Plus, it's available on Kindle Unlimited!The story features a brooding, alpha hero who ends up living next door to the light-hearted heroine (his best friend's sister!) to keep an eye on her. Let me tell you, the chemistry between this dark, tortured guy and the sassy, romantic heroine is absolutely off the charts. You can't help but cheer for them!This is quickly becoming one of my favorite books by this author. The spicy scenes are fantastic and really enjoyable. The plot moves quickly, and the side characters add some fun entertainment. If you're looking for a steamy, angsty grumpy sunshine, I definitely recommend giving Twisted Love a read. I'm already looking forward to the next book!

3.0 out of 5 stars so many thoughts

m. · December 9, 2022

Ok. So this book series was all over TikTok & I finally caved. As per usual with this author, the book is well written the pacing is good, I liked the characters and even the plot itself was good…I’d give the heat level two chili peppers….But the believability of the the plot twists eek. It’s in the details where it all falls apart for me. -SPOILER-Ava Chen’s bother is going away for a year so he asks his best friend of 8 years, Alex, to watch over his sister. Within 2/3 months they fall madly in love. I wish we had felt them fall in love not just had a few movie nights and a few bouts of jealousy then boom life altering love. But ok. During this time Ava recovers her repressed memories of her dad trying to murder her. Supportive Alex seems to have everything in place to bring her dad down. We find out later why he’s so prepared but still-It’s a little like an infomercial during the scene (insert eye roll here) but wait there’s more! First he surprised the dad with- you’re being recorded- and your son has been secretly watching, AND the fbi is here-boom case closed. You’re going to jail. Just cheese city the way it all played out. Thennnnnn Alex finds out after 10 years of planning the ruin of the man who killed his family it wasn’t him at all! Again. We needed another murderer in their midst? Is this a mafia romance? No.Ok. Fine. Cut to a kidnap scene in which Alex presses the number 1 on his phone (discreetly of course) and instead of the police showing up 10 minutes later- it’s a “clean up” crew mascarading as police and ems crew. Sorry. Don’t buy it. Again I’m willing to jump the hurdle to get to the next point in the plot. And the author must have felt the same way. I picture her on the computer like” ugh. How is Alex going to get away with MURDER in 1 page or less”. He then breaks up with Ava (for her protection of course) and really hasn’t this excuse been used enough? It never lands well with me but again. Ok. Then we wait 5 months. 👀 my patience level is zero at this point, but im sticking it out for my hea. He finally comes to his senses and tells her he loves her but of course he broke her trust and she “just can’t” cause as a reader we haven’t been tortured enough apparently. So she makes him wait A YEAR!!!! That’s not even the most unbelievable part of the story. He waits for her every morning with a coffee and walks her to work for a YEARRRRRR. Never once touching her. He walks her to and from work every single day. In another continent. Doesn’t work. Doesn’t have friends. No family. Lives his life solely hanging on these 30 minitues per day 5 days a week he gets with her? Major ick. It doesn’t sound romantic it sounds pathetic and I just could not. A year? He ate dinner alone for a year, spent Christmas alone? Wandered the city aimlessly all day just waiting for her FOR A YEAR?? no vacations, no purpose, no friends, no conversation, while she went out with friends and had a fullfilling thriving career? The wieght of being alone for a year isn’t stated at all in the book. It glosses over how this man went a year without a single human touch. It may seem romantic to some people but killed it for me in a big way. I will probably read the whole series cause I’m a masochist apparently, and I have to see things thru. The friend group each gets their shot at love. Hopefully theirs is less painful and a little more believable. It was a quick read, maybe 3/4 hours total? Enjoyable enough, but I probably won’t be in a rush to read this author again. After this series hahah.

5.0 out of 5 stars Good and twisty!

K.A.S. · April 3, 2025

This was a fantastic book! I really enjoy when the story puts the plot ahead of spice in this one definitely delivers on that front. While the connections with future couples are a bit predictable, I still found the book very engaging. The audiobook narration was a delightful bonus and I especially love the dual narration-Aiden Snow’s voice is absolutely delectable! I can’t wait to dive into the rest of the series!The characters are wonderfully developed, and I often felt a strong emotional connection with Ava. It’s all too common for people to see individuals like her-those who try to find the good in others - as weak, but that view really misses that strength it takes to hold onto such a perspective, life can throw so many challenges our way, and it truly requires remarkable resilience to stay positive despite the odds. Ava exemplifies the strength beautifully, and I’m glad the author captured her so thoughtfully.

السعوديه

s. · September 4, 2025

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Intense and addictive!

S.M. · June 7, 2025

Twisted Love completely pulled me in from the first page and didn’t let go. Ana Huang crafts a captivating mix of romance, tension, and emotional depth that kept me hooked the entire time. Alex Volkov is the perfect morally grey hero—brooding, brilliant, and heartbreakingly complex. His chemistry with Ava is electric, and their slow-burn romance is full of tension, banter, and genuine vulnerability.I loved how the story balances steamy moments with heavier themes like trauma, loyalty, and healing. Ava’s strength and warmth shine through, making her the perfect match for Alex’s cold exterior. Their growth, both as individuals and as a couple, felt real and satisfying.If you love protective heroes, strong heroines, and a romance that makes your heart ache and race at the same time, Twisted Love is a must-read. I couldn’t put it down—and I’m already diving into the next book in the series!

Eğitici

U.B. · July 28, 2024

Güzel bir kitap

My. Intrest

G. · October 12, 2025

Very interesting Book

Bellissimo

B.~.B. · January 21, 2023

Questo è uno di quei libri così belli che non sai nemmeno che stai leggendo un libro, ti senti come se fossi lì con Alex e Ava che vivono la loro vita.Non so nemmeno da dove cominciare…Ava Chen è una studentessa della Thayer University a D.C., studia fotografia e ha un fratello iperprotettivo di nome Josh, uno studente di medicina che sta per intraprendere un viaggio di lavoro in Sudamerica per un anno.L'iperprotettivo Josh chiede al suo migliore amico Alex Volkov di prendersi cura di Ava mentre lui è via.Alex e Josh sono migliori amici da 8 anni e anche se Ava conosce in qualche modo Alex, in realtà non lo conosce davvero. Alex è sempre stato pensieroso, silenzioso e in qualche modo misterioso.Alex Volkov è uno dei MIGLIORI eroi (o antieroi) CHE ABBIA MAI LETTO! Il livello di profondità, background, personalità e trama che Ana Huang è stata in grado di portare a questo libro e in questi personaggi è di un altro livello.Alex vi piacerà sin da subito e dal momento in cui si ferma con la sua Aston Martin io me ne sono innamorata.Diciamo solo che state per leggere dell'eroe più sexy, “cattivo”, intelligente (QI di 160) e spiritoso che abbiate mai incontrato, ma maledetto da un passato a cui non può sfuggire.Il monologo interiore e il retroscena di Alex mi hanno lasciato senza fiato.Questa storia mi ha talmente rapito che non riuscivo a smettere di leggere. Ava Chen e Alex Volkov hanno un'innegabile chimica che diventa sempre più forte andando avanti.Alex è una forza. Ava è incredibile Insieme, sono bellissimi.La loro storia mi ha spezzato il cuore e mi ha fatto credere nell'amore e nel superare terribili ostacoli nella vita. Sono così tante le emozioni che si sono riversate tra loro due che ho sofferto con loro.Lo consiglio vivamente a tutti i lettori di romance. Non smetterò mai di raccomandarlo abbastanza.