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jamifee's review against another edition
dark
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.0
nadine_booklover's review against another edition
3.0
2.5 stars
Even though I wasn't a big fan of Command Me, I was intrigued enough to continue Alex and Clara's story. However, with Conquer Me it didn't get better. I have still the same issues with the story and the character development (or better the lack of), I had with the first book.
I mostly skim-read this book. The spicy scenes got repetitive, which again took over a huge part of the book. Here in Conquer Me, the focus is still heavily on the physical attraction.
Don't get me wrong, I like a good dose of spice but I also need more than that.
Sitting here, writing this review only 2 days after finishing the book and I can't remember much (not only about the story itself, but also how this book made me feel), confirms that nothing stood out to me.
Even though I wasn't a big fan of Command Me, I was intrigued enough to continue Alex and Clara's story. However, with Conquer Me it didn't get better. I have still the same issues with the story and the character development (or better the lack of), I had with the first book.
I mostly skim-read this book. The spicy scenes got repetitive, which again took over a huge part of the book. Here in Conquer Me, the focus is still heavily on the physical attraction.
Don't get me wrong, I like a good dose of spice but I also need more than that.
Sitting here, writing this review only 2 days after finishing the book and I can't remember much (not only about the story itself, but also how this book made me feel), confirms that nothing stood out to me.
ffertinger's review against another edition
3.0
I don't understand why the main girl characters in these books are always so stupidly naive girls. This girl is so slow on the uptake that it rivals ron Weasley. Example: there was a veryyyyyyyy OBVIOUS implication (I don't even know if it counts as an implication because it was actually very spelled out) that one of the characters is having an affair with the king. VERYYYY OBVIUSLY said at a dinnertable which she was listening to. And then much later it was said very bluntly again. And our main girl: WHAAAAAAAAAT!?!!? And she had a couple of those moments where she is really the last person to connect the dots. I wish there were spicy books where the main girl is not annoyingly naive and slow. That would be amazing..
sarah_j_r's review against another edition
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.25
caseroo7's review against another edition
5.0
Review originally posted at Ramblings From This Chick
I have been dying to get my hands on Conquer Me since I finished Command Me, and I absolutely could not wait for more of X and Clara. I loved these two right away, and I knew that their story was going to be interesting. Geneva Lee definitely did not disappoint with the second book in The Royals Saga and if you were a fan of the first book, I think that you will really like the second one. These absolutely need to be read in order as the story continues from one book to the next, so make sure that you start at the beginning if you haven't already read Command Me. This series is quickly becoming one of my all time favorites though, and I am already anxious for the next book!
Conquer Me picks up after the events of Command Me with Clara and X reaching a turning point in their relationship. Though Clara loves Alexander, she refuses to be kept a secret and treated as nothing more than a mistress. Though it leaves both X and Clara broken-hearted, she chooses to walk away now before it is too late. But the more time that passes, the more X and Clara realize that they can't stop what is between them no matter how much distance there is. Soon Clara finds herself back in X's arms, and unable to fight the feelings she has for him. But X has warned her of his past and the darkness within him, even if Clara has yet to experience it. As Clara and X find their way back to one another, they have new obstacles to face. Can they conquer what lies ahead for them, or will they be torn apart?
I love X so much. He is sexy and alpha, and will stop at nothing to protect those he loves. This is especially true if he thinks they need protecting from him. What I love about X though is that he is so complex. He has a past and has tortured himself with everything that happened, and he has shut himself off from truly feeling love because of it. He tried so hard to fight it with Clara, choosing to never let her in enough to be hurt by what he thinks will break her. But try as he might, he was unable to fight what was between them and I found it fascinating to watch. Clara thought that she was doing what she had to do for herself and for X, but soon realized that she couldn't live without him. She could fight it all she wanted, but just like X she saw that what was between them was far stronger than anything either of them could control. Clara continues to be great for X though. They really are starting to understand each other and see through the other as only a couple deep in love can. These two are so much stronger together, and I love seeing them come together rather than try to go it alone. These two are super hot together and have off the charts chemistry, but they also have such an undeniable connection which is what makes them truly special.
I honestly cannot wait for more. I have loved getting to see X and Clara's journey so far, and it is nowhere near over. I really enjoyed seeing Clara's friendship with X's brother, and I really love her best friend. I thought that this book was really great because of the secondary characters almost as much as the main characters. Geneva Lee is a fantastic writer, and I find myself getting lost in her stories so easily. Whenever I start her books the rest of the world seems to fall away, and I can't help but breeze through them. If you are looking for a sexy and enthralling story, this series is an absolute must read. I cannot say enough good things about it, and it is really one of those that you just have to read for yourself. I can't wait for the next book, Crown Me, and to also see what else Geneva Lee does in the future. Geneva Lee is quickly becoming a favorite author for me, and I look forward to reading more from her.
**ARC Provided by Truly Schmexy PR**
I have been dying to get my hands on Conquer Me since I finished Command Me, and I absolutely could not wait for more of X and Clara. I loved these two right away, and I knew that their story was going to be interesting. Geneva Lee definitely did not disappoint with the second book in The Royals Saga and if you were a fan of the first book, I think that you will really like the second one. These absolutely need to be read in order as the story continues from one book to the next, so make sure that you start at the beginning if you haven't already read Command Me. This series is quickly becoming one of my all time favorites though, and I am already anxious for the next book!
Conquer Me picks up after the events of Command Me with Clara and X reaching a turning point in their relationship. Though Clara loves Alexander, she refuses to be kept a secret and treated as nothing more than a mistress. Though it leaves both X and Clara broken-hearted, she chooses to walk away now before it is too late. But the more time that passes, the more X and Clara realize that they can't stop what is between them no matter how much distance there is. Soon Clara finds herself back in X's arms, and unable to fight the feelings she has for him. But X has warned her of his past and the darkness within him, even if Clara has yet to experience it. As Clara and X find their way back to one another, they have new obstacles to face. Can they conquer what lies ahead for them, or will they be torn apart?
I love X so much. He is sexy and alpha, and will stop at nothing to protect those he loves. This is especially true if he thinks they need protecting from him. What I love about X though is that he is so complex. He has a past and has tortured himself with everything that happened, and he has shut himself off from truly feeling love because of it. He tried so hard to fight it with Clara, choosing to never let her in enough to be hurt by what he thinks will break her. But try as he might, he was unable to fight what was between them and I found it fascinating to watch. Clara thought that she was doing what she had to do for herself and for X, but soon realized that she couldn't live without him. She could fight it all she wanted, but just like X she saw that what was between them was far stronger than anything either of them could control. Clara continues to be great for X though. They really are starting to understand each other and see through the other as only a couple deep in love can. These two are so much stronger together, and I love seeing them come together rather than try to go it alone. These two are super hot together and have off the charts chemistry, but they also have such an undeniable connection which is what makes them truly special.
I honestly cannot wait for more. I have loved getting to see X and Clara's journey so far, and it is nowhere near over. I really enjoyed seeing Clara's friendship with X's brother, and I really love her best friend. I thought that this book was really great because of the secondary characters almost as much as the main characters. Geneva Lee is a fantastic writer, and I find myself getting lost in her stories so easily. Whenever I start her books the rest of the world seems to fall away, and I can't help but breeze through them. If you are looking for a sexy and enthralling story, this series is an absolute must read. I cannot say enough good things about it, and it is really one of those that you just have to read for yourself. I can't wait for the next book, Crown Me, and to also see what else Geneva Lee does in the future. Geneva Lee is quickly becoming a favorite author for me, and I look forward to reading more from her.
**ARC Provided by Truly Schmexy PR**
lostinfictionaluniverse's review
adventurous
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
This was mix of Crossfire n Fifty Shades series. And X is a variant of Gideon Cross n Christian Grey. 🤷🏽♀️
I love how both X n Clara have such intense chemistry. And they make each other strong with time. 😊
I love how both X n Clara have such intense chemistry. And they make each other strong with time. 😊
Content Warnings
Graphic: Violence and Eating disorder
grettypop's review against another edition
3.0
Before my 3 stars scare you... let me just say that I gave the first book 4, because there's no 4.5 option, and to me this was a little less enjoyable. Let me explain why!
In the first book's review, I said that I expect Clara's character to grow and mature into being what a 'royal' in this series should be (=heartless, and confident). And while that happened, we only saw bits and pieces of the actual story line, because 90% of this book was sex.
Now don't get me wrong, I enjoy a steamy scene as much as the next girl, but in this book Ms. Lee over-abused this power. She writes AMAZING sex, but that's all that this book was about. Every other page, a new smut scene. I found myself getting bored with this book and it took me almost a month to finish it, because besides the body-contact, nothing much was happening.
Still, I already purchased the 3rd book to this series, and I'm hoping it'll be better than this one, because the first one set my expectations really high! Also, I'm invested in the story line, and I want Alexander and Clara to have their own, twisted happy ending.
In the first book's review, I said that I expect Clara's character to grow and mature into being what a 'royal' in this series should be (=heartless, and confident). And while that happened, we only saw bits and pieces of the actual story line, because 90% of this book was sex.
Now don't get me wrong, I enjoy a steamy scene as much as the next girl, but in this book Ms. Lee over-abused this power. She writes AMAZING sex, but that's all that this book was about. Every other page, a new smut scene. I found myself getting bored with this book and it took me almost a month to finish it, because besides the body-contact, nothing much was happening.
Still, I already purchased the 3rd book to this series, and I'm hoping it'll be better than this one, because the first one set my expectations really high! Also, I'm invested in the story line, and I want Alexander and Clara to have their own, twisted happy ending.
lifeand100books's review against another edition
2.0
While this was better than book 1, it still was slightly odd. The constant push and pull off Alexander and Clara's relationship felt tiring after a while. And their co-dependency on each other is not healthy at all.
Another thing that bothered me - I think once David openly came out he suddenly became the stereotypical gay man. He comes out and immediately it's - "oh plan my party," or "help me clothes shop," or "let's decorate together." It bothered me that he was turned into something so stereotypical.
I think the Pepper storyline was a bit far-fetched as well. What was her end game? By putting the blame on Alexander did she really see marriage to him as a possible future? And why the hell does Jonathan get off scot-free? That storyline infuriated me.
Another thing that bothered me - I think once David openly came out he suddenly became the stereotypical gay man. He comes out and immediately it's - "oh plan my party," or "help me clothes shop," or "let's decorate together." It bothered me that he was turned into something so stereotypical.
I think the Pepper storyline was a bit far-fetched as well. What was her end game? By putting the blame on Alexander did she really see marriage to him as a possible future? And why the hell does Jonathan get off scot-free? That storyline infuriated me.
sophiaa0722's review against another edition
challenging
dark
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.5
jamiesbookaddiction's review against another edition
5.0
And it just keeps getting better!! I absolutely loved X in this book. And I loved that we finally got a couple of chapters from his POV. Clara and X have so much to work through, but I loved watching them finally start truly fighting for each other.
“But the problem with fairytales is that people only remembered the love story and forgot the twisted beasts and evil witches lurking in the shadows. Happily ever afters weren’t easily won, they were fought for, and the oldest of these stories didn’t often end prettily.”
“But the problem with fairytales is that people only remembered the love story and forgot the twisted beasts and evil witches lurking in the shadows. Happily ever afters weren’t easily won, they were fought for, and the oldest of these stories didn’t often end prettily.”