Rose never wanted to be a beauty. She only wanted to be free. She left her home and family to pursue her dreams in Paris. But when she returned, she was a different person. She was beautiful, confident, and irresistible. She caught the eye of Aurelio, the second-in-command of Apollo’s empire, who was engaged to another woman. She also caught the attention of a dangerous rival, who wanted her for himself. Could she escape the web of lies and betrayal, and find her true love?
This was a great beauty and the beast retelling. Untethered Heart was Rose and Aurelio's POV. It was dark with heartache. I found the twist and ending surprising. The book will pull you in immediately!
I am unwell! This book gutted me, all out tears. It’s a hard thing to do, get me to cry. One thing is certain @ can write! Broken and shattered is how she left me. A laces her books with crack and I am truly invested. Untamed Heart was chefs kiss, in my eyes there was no way book two was going to be better. Well, here we are, she did it! She slayed 𝐔𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐭! The raw emotions this story pulled out of me…truly remarkable. I went into this blind, as I knew I was going to be in for it and I am so glad I did. I allowed myself to feel….the depth of the love between Aurelio and Rose you feel in your soul. The demons and scars they bare are heart wrenching.
Being a short book, Untethered Heart is quick to the point yet still carries emotional depth. It keeps on balancing between murderous anger, deep betrayal and profound lust. I did not expect what we got and that made me appreciate it more than I initially did. At first, I was wondering where it would lead and when we actually start to get some hints, well, let’s say I was grimly hooked.
When it comes to matters of the heart A. Em really knows how to get you. This second book focuses on Rose and Aurelio. You have to find out for yourself if love can truly win or if the beast has been pushed to far into the darkness to ever love again.
“Untethered Heart” by A. eM is an emotional rollercoaster that undeniably leaves a mark on the reader. From the very first page, it’s clear that this story is about love, pain, and the complex nature of human emotion, and it delivers on all fronts. The narrative revolves around Aurelio and Rose, two deeply flawed characters whose relationship is as tumultuous as it is compelling.
The author’s writing is concise and powerful, capturing both the beauty and the agony of love. There are moments of levity amidst the heartbreak, and the interplay between the two protagonists is both amusing and profoundly painful. The push and pull of their relationship creates a palpable tension that keeps readers on the edge of their seats, eagerly anticipating what comes next.
Rose’s journey is particularly poignant as she grapples with the realization that love isn’t always reciprocated. Her introspection about giving her heart to someone who may never love her back (the way she wants to be) is heart-wrenching. Meanwhile, Aurelio’s struggle with betrayal and his transformation into a “beast” adds depth to his character, making the reader question the nature of love and monstrosity.
While the ending may not offer the happily-ever-after that many readers crave, it’s a fitting conclusion to a story that thrives on complexity and uncertainty. The unresolved elements leave a lingering sense of anticipation for what’s next, making it clear that this tale isn’t over yet.
Overall, “Untethered Heart” is a beautifully crafted story that explores the intricacies of love and heartbreak. It’s a reminder that love can be both a sanctuary and a prison, and that the journey through emotional chaos can lead to profound revelations.
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Absolutely blown away. This book made me feel so many emotions during my one-sitting read. I just couldn't put it down as I was so invested in how their relationship would turn out. For a story that is on the shorter side, there was so much emotion and action, it will keep you invested right through the end. I cannot wait to read more works by this author.
Wow! This story.. impossible not to feel the emotional tension. ♥︎ The chemistry between Rose and Aueroli will make you wonder about how much it would cost, to always see the good in people. 🖤 The book showed the real dangers of the heart with so prepare for this story. Have all the necessary coping tools on deck.
Gripped from the beginning and surprised by the ending.
What can I say about this book, I feel like I experienced every emotion physically possible and I’m currently writing this curled up in a ball!! It is a beautifully written story, I couldn’t put it down. My heart will forever be in these books
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 🌶️🌶️ ~ The story follows Rose and Aurelio and is one of the best Beauty and the Beast retellings i’ve read. ~ The emotion within this book pulled me so quickly and held me there until the very last page. I finished this book in one sitting and loved every aspect of it. ~ The writing is so descriptive, the world building was phenomenal and was head over heels for the plot of this story. ~ Cannot recommend this novella enough, it was an easy 5 star read for me.
Wowww, just woww!! I don't even know where to start!! She has done it again!!
If you enjoy a book that will rip your heart out all the while making you experience every range of emotions, this book is for you!!
This book focuses on Aurelio and Rose, who you meet in Untamed Heart, Book One. If you've read it, you fall in love with him as well as the MMC Apollo.
I would definitely recommend you reading Untamed Heart before you dive into Untethered Heart as you will want to know more of the backstory of Aurelio and Rose, as well as the mentions of Apollo and Belle. There are also a few hints dropped that refer to A's book Don's Secret Lily, so I suggest you read that before as well!!
A. Em takes you on an emotional rollercoaster, which will have you loving and disliking her at the same time!! She is an amazing writer I will gladly read every book she puts out....even if it leaves me with a broken heart 💔 lol
Untethered Heart: Until the Last Petal Falls By A. Em.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️
A Dark Mafia Romance/ Beauty and the Beast re-telling.
Always check Trigger Warnings!!
Tropes: 🖤who hurt you? 🥀grumpy x sunshine 🖤touch her and @ 🥀age gap 🖤obsession 🥀dark secrets 🖤second chances 🥀scars 🖤redemption 🥀knife play 🖤gun play 🥀breath play 🖤beauty and the beast 🥀mafia romance 🖤forbidden love 🥀kidnapping 🥀castle 🖤only you
Untethered Heart is a not so happily ever after re-telling of Beauty and the Beast! An absolutely stunning piece of work from A. eM. She doesn’t hold back from giving us the darkest version of this story yet!
An emotional and quite frankly outstanding sequel in the ‘Cursed Desires Of Never After’ series.
A riveting and heart wrenching story that is sure to captivate you from the very beginning!
A story of love, redemption, broken trust and betrayal!
This is a fast paced storyline with a dark and skilfully executed twisting narrative that will have you on the edge of your seat for the duration… The ending however, will have you falling from said seat. Prepare yourself and bring tissues.
The characters are well constructed with an array of deep emotional triggers, turmoil is abundant .
Aurelio. MMC. A poor and tortured Soul with a dark and heavy burden, he is possessive and obsessive. Battling his own demons we find two compelling and quite conflicting sides to him… quite a dark and yet, beautiful character.
Rose. FMC. A sweetheart that desperately wants to believe in love and a happily ever after, but the fates have something quite different in store.
I loved Aurelio, his character was beautifully written. He will have you rooting for him one minute only to find yourself crying in anguish the next.
He has such a depth that you cannot help but fall in love with him just a little. Just as Rose did, and she could not be without him…
Things become quite dark as the plot line moves forward, revealing an elaborate labyrinth of twist and turns with a few Easter eggs skilfully arranged throughout the storyline. Will you be able to spot them?
Overall, a wonderful and unique re-telling of such a classic story and something that should not be missed by any dark romance fans.
Quotes: “Hello, Sunshine.”
"You wanted a monster," he said, his voice laced with dark amusement. "I'm giving you one."
"The roses have everything they need now, just like I do. Even in the rain, they have the sunshine to nurture them."
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️ Untethered heart is book 2 in the cursed desires of never after series it follows the relationship of rose and aurelio, I enjoyed book two just as much as I enjoyed book one it has all the emotions you could want in a book. Check trigger warnings before going in. ““To those who wished the beast never turned into a prince.” Had me from I opened the book to be honest. Emotional support will be needed🫶 Forbidden love✔️ Touch her and 💀✔️ Who hurt you✔️ Age gap✔️ Dark secrets✔️ Grumpy sunshine✔️
Wow! A. eM. has thrown me into the 5 stages of grief with this one! I commend any author that can make you feel genuine emotion while reading, but this is next level! Within 159 pages I experienced everything from swooning with a belly full of butterflies to full on rage and grief. After taking much needed time to process, I’m left hopeful that each of the characters have found peace and happiness in their own way. I would absolutely recommend this book and I look forward to seeing what A. eM. plans to put us through next. As always, make sure that this is the right book for you! Mental health matters!!
Untethered heart is book 2 in the cursed desires of never after series it follows the relationship of rose and aurelio, I enjoyed book two just as much as I enjoyed book one it has all the emotions you could want in a book. Being a short book, Untethered Heart is quick to the point yet still carries emotional depth. It keeps on balancing between murderous anger, deep betrayal and profound lust. I did not expect what we got and that made me appreciate it more than I initially did. At first, I was wondering where it would lead and when we actually start to get some hints, well, let’s say I was grimly hooked.
When I saw this was a Beauty and the Beast retelling, I couldn’t sign up fast enough to read it. Beauty and the Beast has been my favorite since I was a little girl.
Now take my favorite fairytale book and mix it with a dark mafia romance, heck yes!!
The authors writing style is so unique and beautiful. You are instantly drawn in and captivated by the story. This book is one you will start and not want to put it down until you’ve read the entire thing. You have to know how the story of Rose and Aurelio’s story turns out.
This is the second book (first book untamed heart) and when I tell you that Rose and Aurelio captured my soul more than Belle and Apollo and I honestly don’t know how that happened! This was heartbreaking but full of excitement! Their story takes you on a back and forth on a rollercoaster since Aurelio is battling his inner demons! This book breaths, love, passion, heartbreak, determination and hope in the best way possible! *** The authors storytelling is so beautiful and poetic and very unique ! Kind of mysterious but not a mystery! Bookish people you get the difference, right? 😉 ❤️
If you have landed upon this book you can read as a standalone but will make more since if you read Untamed Hearts first. Rose comes home from Paris and goes to see her sister Belle. She is caught off guard when she sees Aurelio and all her feelings for him come rushing back. The two of them have a long struggle in front of them and their love for one another is up and down. The twist to this book took me on one heck of a rollercoaster coaster ride! It sucked me in and I couldn't put it down.
You definitely need to check all the trigger warnings before you read this book!
This was my first book that I have read from A.e.M! From the first page the author pulled me into this brilliant in depth twisted story of love and understanding one’s true feelings. It’s an uphill battle for anyone who may love someone who has their own demons that can cause us so much hurt but the love we carry for them outshines the bad. This isn’t a happy ending as some would hope for but the end has a beautiful ending that will leave you wanting more on what happens to the main female character Rose. I give it a 10/10 and look forward to to the next book❤️
I don't have many words for this book. If you want my advice, and have read the first book, do read it, it's worth it. But also, read it in ONE sitting and make sure to have LOTS of tissues next to you because - fucking trust me - you're gonna need them. I think my soul and heart have been shattered for good this time, I'll go cry a bit more now. Good luck, y'all. IT'S AN AMAZING BOOK, THE CRYING IT'S GODDAMN WORTH IT, OKAY?! IT'S A MASTERPIECE.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️🌶️This book had me feeling so many emotions. It was a mind blowing story that’s for sure. Had me at the edge of my seat throughout the whole book. Rose is a mess herself and Aurelio was just as much of a mess if not way worse and completely destroyed from the inside out. Together they were a complete disaster. But so much love and hate. This is truly a twisted love hate and to die for love story. If you read this be sure to keep breathing. Lol
A wonderful heartbreaking Dark Romance that twists your heart but you'll love it. And so did I. I loved all of it. The characters, the Narrations, the POVs, the unhinged feelings, all of it. The ending had me in tears and that is what made me love it even more. I do want to know more about Belle and Apollo. Rose and Aurelio will be in my heart for a long-long time. I am gonna miss Aurelio. I can't wait for more books by A. eM. I just love her writing. The Dark Mafia Romance is just my favorite and this book is added to my collection.
This was a amazing beauty and the beast retelling that was filed with so much heartache and a surprising ending. This was unlike anything I’ve read and it pulled me in from the start and I devoured this whole thing in an hour it was so good. The whole thing kept me on edge the entire time and I never guessed anything that happened or the ending. Overall was a great read
🥀Untethered Heart Until The Last Petal Falls🥀 by @iam_a_em 🖤♥️🥀
I’m speechless! This book is amazing! I am a HUGE fan of Beauty and the Beast. I was extremely intrigued with A.eM books! I had the honour of reading this one early! Wow! Just wow! There were so many moments that I weren’t expecting! I was holding my breath at some points! The shocks, twists and turns! Amazing! I can’t wait to read more of your books🖤 Your writing is fantastic! You had me gripped from the start! Thank you for the opportunity! Much love N x 🌹
Wow. Just wow!! I can’t even find the words to explain how amazing this book is!! A. eM does it everytime!! You’ll be hooked from start to finish!! It’s going to leave you questioning so many different things! The puzzle pieces are all going to be placed exactly where they need to be! You stay on an emotional roller coaster from chapter 1. This is a MUST read book! Please check your TW’s before!!! Be sure to read untamed heart and Don’s Secret Lily before you read this one to help piece together some of those puzzle pieces!
Let me tell you i am not a person who cries easily. But with this book i couldn't stop some from falling it broke my heart. You want so much for them and hope. But the ending i really did not see coming. I was completly sucked into Aurelio and Rose their story. The love, the struggle, his beast, the doubts. It was a rollercoaster i mever saw coming. Amd thats what makes this book so worth reading. The writer knows how to tell their story, keep you on the edge of your seat and take you along for the ride.
All i can say about it. Find out for yourself. If you want to read a book thats dark and unpredictable? You should really give this one a try it wont let you down.
Make sure you read untamed heart it makes it easier to understand this one. And reed the triggerwarnings.
Book: Untethered Heart Author: A. Em Star Raiting: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Spice : 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️
•ARC review• Release date: August 30th
So I came into this book as a newbie the author is new to me but ive found a new author that definitely has my support. So for a short book, Untethered Heart is the type of book that gets quick to the point but still caries a lot of emotional depth. It was balance between murderous anger, deep betrayal and profound lust. I wont lie I didn't know what to expect and what we got definitely made me appreciate this short read even more so than I initially did. Much like everyone else I was wondering where it would lead which made me want to get through each page quicker so I could see what happened next. I was highly addicted to this short read and can’t wait to read more from this wonderful author.