Santana KnoxHeartless Heathens

I could go on and on about this book. And I will, so buckle in.This was probably one of the darkest books I’ve ever read so far and it has set such a high standard for any and all future dark romance books I read in the future. I could not get enough of this story, its characters, and the world that the author crafted!I think Santana did a phenomenal job of building upthis dystopian world that very much mirrors our own. It dives into the very real effects that both c@pit@lism and the ch*rch has on us and on society and I love that she did not hold back on that and used it to fuel this story and it’s characters.I loved the FMC with my whole heart. I love that even given her circumstances, she was never truly weak. She was always strong, smart, incredibly curious, and unashamed. And those attributes were just enhanced after meeting the boys.THE BOYS. Melt-worthy, all three of them. They stole my heart immediately and I still haven’t gotten it back. I don’t need it, it’s theirs now. Sonny is mean and delicious. The best mixture. Felix is sweet and comforting but also delicious. Best of both worlds. And 🖤Corvin🖤 I have no words for Corvin other than you will love him. I love what him and Romina bring out in each other.All in all, I adore them all together and their little found family. I adore this book. I adore the absolute FILTH that it contains and I will never stop talking about it or telling ppl to read it. So if after reading the CW’s you’re still game, READ THIS BOOK. It’s so worth it!

First of all, not only is the cover gorgeous, but the artwork inside the book is so beautiful 🖤🖤🖤The spice in this book was top tier 🥵👌🏼 Although, the plot wasn't enough for me to give this 5 stars. I understood where all of the actions were headed, but I felt like more should have happened to make the plot better 🤷🏻‍♀️Romina was displayed as a character one could easily find compassion for. With all the crap she had to endure, I loved how well her personality developed with the help of the new men in her life. I also loved Sonny's love for The Lord of the Rings!! The way he went full nerd with Mina was the cutest thing ever 🥹💕

I honestly don’t know why I didn’t read this sooner! I fell in love with everything about this book. Romina? I saw so much of myself in her, and as for Sonny, Corvin, and Felix, each of them holds a special place in my heart. I couldn’t get enough! This book had everything I needed: dark, emotional depth, mind-blowing twists, and the spice... perfection. I was so hooked I didn’t want it to end. Seriously, this book is everything, and I’ll be recommending it forever!

I liked this book, it was sort of fun & quirky, and it held my interest - but it was longer than necessary.Not sure if the author is aware of her propositional phrase crimes, but they are rampant throughout and sometimes extremely egregious.The social commentary is another reason to remove stars. The author clearly does not understand the overturning of Roe vs. Wade, and unfortunately it seems (after reading some other reviews) many of her readers don't either. I saw a review that actually stated how scary it is that this could really happen in the U.S. I mean, really? Folks, it's important to read not only fiction, but current events - and those from multiple sources - in order to form opinions.This book is a work of fiction by a foreign author who prefaced it with an assurance that this is indeed a story she's had rattling around in her head. An extreme thought exercise, maybe, but with no basis in reality.Also, the likelihood of the overturning of Roe ending up in all women's reproductive rights being severed throughout the country is laughable. Aside from public sentiment being more pro-choice now than ever, the overturn of Roe just left things up to the states, which are all extremely different.In conclusion, if you can have fun reading something sort of dark and twisted, but also a little quirky and interesting, knowing it's fiction, please proceed. However, if you know you'll go all tin-foil hat without doing proper research, please don't trouble yourself, this one is not worth all that.

🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️• kn!fe pl@y• why choose (my gawddd!!)• bre@th pl@y• praise & degradation• "pet"/sir• unnatural use of a cucumber 🤣• some bl00d pl@y• some very very spice scenes!! 🥵This book does not get enough credit!!It was so good, and spicy!!Romina stayed locked up since birth only to have a drastic change happen that uprooted the way she lived and changed everything she knew. This new way of life opened her eyes and uncovered secrets..I love the story line!! I love the plot! The twist! The spice..I mean DAYUMMMM!!

This book is really good! The whole retelling but not so much as retelling just stuck you know?I couldn’t stop reading it and it was so so so good!I love some psycho love!This one just nailed!!!!

Do not go into this thinking this is a re-telling, it's not. This is Santana Knox's take on the Hunchback of Notre Dame. Many things are alike, but many things are not.Romina is your equivalent to Quasimodo (with a splash of that Esmeralda seductiveness). She has lived in the belltower at Notredame Parochial College for her whole life while being 'taken care of' by Father Frollo. I say that term loosely. Father Frollo loves Romina the same way he cared about Quasi in the Disney movie. Not at all. Frollo finds out new students are coming this year and they're definitely not followers of God so he warns Romina to stay hidden and away from the 'Heathens'. But we all know how the Hunchback of Notre Dame goes, Quasi wants to explore, learn, live. Be Free.Romina is not your strong-willed heroine. She has been beaten down by Father Frollo too many times to count. She follows orders because of fear, even though she wants more. Her character development over the story is great. She slowly but surely gets to become herself. Who she was meant to be.Enter the boys. Sonny, Felix and Corvin. Felix and Corvin are brothers, twins. Sonny is the 'I hate everyone' leader. What he says goes. Felix is the happy-go-lucky, playful, yet not quite safe one. Corvin.. this man is my favourite. The big grumpy but quiet dude that enjoys playing with knives, riding motorcycles and is definitely some sort of adrenaline junkie. These three guys are a big reason why there are so many triggers in this book. They are capable of being sweet, but you see a lot more of the darkness. You will definitely get that 'touch her and I'll unalive you' vibe from these guys.My favourite part is that these guys definitely grow throughout the book. They do things a certain way, feel a certain way and love a certain way. These things change some over time but do not think they're just some light and fluffy boys, even at the end.You'll also get a handful of laughs in this - Santana has a great sense of humour when she wants to. She's not just darkness and triggers. But prepare for Lord of The Rings references! Oh, and to sing along to a Disney's Hunchback of Notre Dame song or two.If you have any sensitivities to Politics or Religion (especially religion since it's a heavy part of the book), please turn back now. Check your triggers and proceed with caution. You won't regret giving this book a chance though, I promise

I definitely read something unh0ly...and I liked it.Be sure to read the tw's for this book, so you know what you're diving into. If you don't handle an anti -religious sentiment well, skip this book.I really liked this story. It was dark, unh0ly and sp!cy. The cover instantly got my attention.As for the story/spice. I appreciated how Romina grew as a character troughout the story. The boys each had their own way of treating her and the spice was (while a bit unrealistic at times..but hey I don't read this for the realism..) sp!cy! The plot of the book was a bit rushed at some points, but it didn't bother me much. I still enjoyed the story very much.

This book was amazing from the beginning to the end.Romina is orphaned and has been locked in a bell tower at NotreDame Parochial College for more than a decade by Father Frollo. She is Frollo's prized possession and lives like a prisoner in abysmal conditions and is totally cut off from the rest of the world until the 3 heartless heathens enroll at the college to uncover Father Frollo's secrets and scoop her right out from his hold (by accident) when forcing him to let them occupy the abandoned cathedral which includes the bell tower...and everything (or rather everyone) in it. And when they discover her, they want to possess every single part of her and boy do they ever.I loved how innocent, curious and genuine she was. Seeing her strip away the abuse she dealt with growing up and how she grew into the person she was suppose to be. Finding her space and her voice was wonderful.And then we have the boys. Felix, Sonny and Corvin come from old money and are part of a Satanic society. All of the them, are distinctly different, as are her relationships with them, they each give Romina something she needed, which I particularly enjoyed. From the moment they met Mina, she called out to the darkest and most twisted parts of their souls and she became their complete obsession. It is so hard to pick which one of the guys to fall for but the best part of why choose is you don't have too. And the spice is spicy in this book.The storyline was spectacular. The country is in disarray, run by the church who has their clutches deep into the political sphere. Having the conflict of the church and politics in the story really made the book that much deeper in meaning.So this one definitely going to touch things that some will not be happy. I love nothing more than a shopping list of trigger warnings but be warned there soooo many triggers. If you have triggers and one of them is religion, then I definitely recommend that you at least check out the triggers for this. But If you're someone who doesn't have them or can handle a book that's going to push your boundaries give it a go.

If you’re looking for a dark romance full of triggers this is a must read!Santana Knox is incredible and you’ll immediately be drawn into this world she has created and the story she tells.Santana has drawn on parts / elements of the story of the Hunchback of Notre Dame for this book, it is not a retelling or reimagining.Romina has been kept away from the world and locked in the bell tower at NotreDame Parochial College by Frollo, never allowed to leave.Until one day, three Heathens arrive at the school, Heathens that Romina is warned are dangerous. They’re not interested in the rules, they’re on a mission that may well destroy her and everything she thinks she knows. But would that be the worst thing?This is hands down one of the best books I’ve read. It will having you feeling all the emotions. You will want to devour it.Our three guys are a family, you get to learn about each of them throughout the book and you’ll fall in love with each one individually.I love seeing how Romina’s character grows throughout the book and how she reacts to the situations she finds herself in.The issues Santana includes within the plot are written incredibly.I could honestly talk about this book for days but I don’t want to give anything away.. you’ll want to read it.If you are sensitive to political or religious issues then this probably won’t be for you and if you have any triggers, please check the warnings.That being said I can’t recommend this book enough!!