Book: Debts and Darkness: A Paranormal Multi-Monster Romance (Desire Aforethought) by Kyra Alessy
Reviewed by Booksbystarlightandshadows
Rating: 4/5
The tension continues as the Iron I's assume the absolute worst about Jane after the events of book one. Having read some of Kyra's other works, when she does betrayal by an MMC she goes all in and this was no exception. My heart was breaking following the breadcrumbs and knowing Jane was about to go through it especially after the incident with Foley. Lia Langola turns in a great performance as Jane showing her neurodivergence as part of her personality without reducing her to a label. The delivery of some of Jane's oneliners had me in stitches (her reactions to Vic's dad and Theo's added extras were highlights) and I love how she continually gets back up after being knocked down.
Stephen Dexter also had plenty to work with as the male narrator; his Theo and Paris are my favourites this time round, although Sie's "maybe she just gets bitey" gets an honourable mention. In a 180 for me compared to the last book, Paris has won me over after educating himself and apologising and Vic is in the bin. Kor is in there with him and was giving me whiplash too; his relationship with Paris is very sweet but I need him and Vic to get their grovel on. I get the feeling though that possessive Vic may be about to make an appearance though as I don't think Dad is done yet!
There were a lot of twists and turns relating to the Order, the Fae and some revelations about Jane's past which kept the pacing going. I need Chekov's corrupted footage to be revealed as that little nugget was tugging at me the whole time (every time Paris was on page I wanted an update!); especially as my prime suspect is out of the running. Who Jane heard in the office is in my top three questions going into book three!
My interpretation of the star system;
3 stars - I enjoyed it; would read the author again
4 stars - I really liked it; I am invested and definitely want more from this author/series
5 stars - I loved it; I engaged with this book completely until I finished it and it is one I will re-read