As with all Sierra Simone books, this one packs a punch, but did feel a bit like middle-syndrome book if I'm being honest. I love these characters and how messy their relationship is, but I definitely need the third book now to see where their story is headed.

I really enjoyed this continuation. For some reason I thought this was the last book but it’s not and I don’t want to wait but alas I have to. I’m excited for the next book but hate the wait!!

Thank you to Netgalley and the Publishing Company for this Advanced Readers Copy of Honey Cut by Sierra Simone!

Unfortunately, this wasn't as good as I anticipated. I only enjoyed one character and had to push through to finish it. It had a lot of spice which made it somewhat enjoyable.

Whew, this series is...intense. This did not go where I expected it to go at the end of Salt Kiss (which so far has been my favorite one of the series), and I'm not entirely sure how much I buy of that or how I feel about it. Mark Trevena is, as always, still an enigma that everyone seems to love for reasons I can't figure out. As usual, Sierra Simone's writing is stellar and the world-building is good, and I can't wait to see what happens next.

I enjoy all of Sierra's books and this one was no exception. I'd love to get more spicy romances in front of my customers, and Sierra builds worlds so darn well!

The second in the Lyonesse Series, Honey Cut is steamy, emotional, twisted and intriguing. It does end in a cliffhanger - I can't wait to find out what happens in the final book!

I thought this was very good and I will have to add this to the shop shelves. Thank you for the chance for us to review.

Gosh this series is so hot. Sierra Simone is my favorite erotica author and this series is such a sexy retelling. We're left on a brutal cliffhanger that will keep me up at night but I'll be re-reading this before then for sure.

Very enjoyable ! Perfect mix of story and spice. Love how the story is developing. Would have like more the spice and less slow burn at the beginning. Shame we’ve got to wait for another book for a conclusion.

Nobody does a throuple like Sierra Simone. It was hot, well-rounded, and I'm pissed that the next novel doesn't come out til 2025.

Sierra Simone brinhs the angst and smut a hundtesfold this time. I am not a fan on infidelity but I was trapped by the writing.

I'm gutted to say that I dnf this book about 30% in, I just couldn't get hooked in - just kept waiting to for the book to get going.

I am so into this series. There's so much intrigue and angst and spice, obviously, it's Sierra Simone.

These characters are SO messy and this book was truly just one big mess. And I loved it.

The ending was pure chaos and it was like an emotional rollercoaster. I truly can't wait for book 3.

WOW this one, I was so excited to read this one. I was not expecting some of the twists and turns. Mark, a true dominate in all of the ways and the fact that both Tristan and Isolde are memorized by him is unreal. The books picks up from the last in the series and is hard to put down. There are several lavers in this as their worlds become one and unravel at the same time. The love, lust and hate sometimes all rolled into one. The show of the wedding between Isolde and Mark, then the night into the club that really is more than the wedding ever was. The feelings that it reveals makes things a little more interesting and challenging for Isolde and Tristan. Mark continues to be able to hold his feelings close and not really let on what he is thinking or feeling. As Isolde continues the work for her Uncle and the church, Mark continues his work on findings the Y's. It all comes together in the end..... Mark's message of "First stop is the Ys, Second stop Rome" comes back when clues are found and secrets are shown. Can Isolde complete the task at hand for her Uncle now that she has additional information? Do her feelings for Mark change with the knowledge she has found? How does Tristan really fit into all of this? There is still one box left unopened. What secrets are still left for her to uncover? There is more to the story I think and I cannot wait to read it......

While I loved the first book in this series, I struggled with Honey Cut. The characters felt flat, and the story became repetitive, with the same scenarios playing out as the characters created and then complained about their own problems.

That said, the overall premise and Sierra Simone’s signature spicy scenes kept the book engaging. True to her style, Honey Cut explores complex themes of desire, taboo, and religious tension, making it more than just a steamy romance. The poly romance dynamic (M/M/F) and morally grey characters added depth, though I found the plot dragging at times.

The surprising ending did pique my curiosity for the next book, and I’m hopeful that this is a case of "middle book problems" where the story is setting up for a stronger finale. Fans of Simone’s angsty, intense romances will likely enjoy this, but it may not make sense without reading the first in the series.

Definitely check the trigger warnings before diving in, and if you’re into poly romances with a mix of secrets, spies, and political intrigue, this one might be for you. Despite its flaws, I’ll be picking up the next installment, eager for the promised Happily Ever After.

I binged this today, I feel like I new a few days to recover from all the angst 🫠 I was in no way expecting that cliffhanger, now all I need to do is wait till next September 🫠🫠 I very desperately need their hea

-- ty to the author, the publisher and Netgalley for an advanced copy!

For some reason my brain had me convinced that this was the final book? But nooooo. There’s another one coming in 2025 and I was not prepared for that wait time.

This is exactly why I shouldn’t start trilogies until they’re finished. I am not patient about my books.

Yall the queen of spice right here!!!! Oh my god. The second of the trilogy usually makes me nervous, it’s usually hit or miss, but this one was a hit for me!! I highly recommend reading salt in the wound and salt kiss before this one 🥰

What to expect!!
• MMF 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️
• Enemies to lovers
• Forbidden
• Arranged Marriage
• Bodyguards

Thank you NG and Sourcebooks Bloom for the ARC 🤍

Absolutely loved this book! So good and so spicy! Cannot wait for book three to come out!!! I just love the way that Sierra Simone writes! Her books hit every time!