I read The Stolen Moments trilogy over the weekend, and Emilia and Carter are now living in my head rent-free. The Stolen Moments book series by Catharina Maura is an unputdownable, thrilling, and heartwarming tale of enemies to lovers.
I didn't know I could be a fan of the enemies-to-lovers trope, but here we are!
Here's my The Stolen Moments Trilogy Book Review (while I'm still drunk in love with this love story).
The Stolen Moments Trilogy Book Rating
- Emotions (Made me laugh, cry, angry, delighted): ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
- Storytelling (Got me hooked): ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
- Readability (Easy to read): ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
- Plot (Will they, will they not? How are they going to survive the odds?): ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
The Stolen Moments Trilogy Book Review
- Stolen Moments was a slightly light read as Emilia and Carter were still in high school.
- The Illicit Promises was set in their college days when it started to get angsty.
- The Ruins of Us follows their story when they both have their careers. The would they or would they not, and the rollercoaster of emotions got more intense here.
You can feel the intense chemistry between Emilia and Carter from the get-go. You'll love their witty banter and feel the tension between them.
It was hate at first sight for these two. The crazy pranks they pull on each other become a norm for their small town, and everyone seems to be waiting for what the other comes up with.
The story progresses as the tension between them grows, as does the seriousness of their situation.
Emilia and Carter know that they can never cross that line and get together because Carter is Emilia's best friend's brother. And there's more to that story than meets the eye (you've got to read it!).
You'll laugh, cry, and fight with them. And you'll continue to cheer them on until the end.
Catharina Maura's portrayal of Emilia and Carter's complex relationship is masterful. Their banter is witty and engaging, making connecting with their struggles and triumphs easy.
Maura also explores the taboo nature of their forbidden romance, adding depth and intrigue to the story.
The Stolen Moments trilogy is an exhilarating emotional, packed with thrilling peaks and dramatic twists.
The characters are relatable, and their journey is both heartwarming and heartbreaking. This series is a must-read if you're looking for a captivating romance with a forbidden twist.
Oh, what will these two not do for each other? Their love will break your heart, give you hope, and bring you to the highest of highs and lowest of lows.
If you're in the mood for an enemies-to-lovers story, this is definitely the series for you! Actually, even if this is not your genre, give it a try.
I'm not an enemies-to-lovers fan, but Emilia and Carter made me a convert.
5 comments
I have not read this trilogy, but it looks good!
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I have not read this trilogy but, based upon your review, I am sure that I would enjoy it. You see, I have an enemies-to-lovers story line in my own life. I was working as the head of production for an entertainment (MTV) television station when a particular woman joined our company as an account executive. She and I needed to collaborate on producing commercials for her clients. We argued in the editing suite, and I became convinced that I could not continue to work with her. I went to her superior and asked to have her fired. Eventually, the situation cooled down and the woman and I became friends, then lovers. We wound up getting married. Soon, Mrs. Shady and I will be celebrating 28 years of marriage. Thank you for reviewing this book about two people with palpable chemistry, magnetic attraction and a love that endured against the odds.
Have a wonderful week, dear friend Lux!
Thank you for the review. I’m always looking for new books, though it would take me about three weeks to get through a trilogy!
ReplyDeleteInteresting books. I haven't read them. Thanks for the review.
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ReplyDeleteThis series sounds good. Thanks for the review!