I loved this book so much. Braden’s POV was so good. I’m going to miss him and Skye. No spoilers. Can’t wait to read what’s next from the author. I was given a free copy of this book and I am voluntarily leaving a review.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for this fantastic book.

The book was incredible, and I highly recommend to everyone!

Helen Hardt is one of my go to writers and did not disappoint.

You will love it!

Always by Helen Hardt is a compelling continuation of Braden Black and Skye Manning’s tumultuous love story. Told from Braden’s point of view, this installment dives deep into their emotional conflicts, exploring the challenges of a long-term relationship and the sacrifices love demands. The tension between them is palpable, especially when Braden breaks things off because he can’t give Skye what she wants. As both characters reflect on their priorities, the stakes rise when Skye’s life is put in danger, forcing Braden to confront what truly matters to him.

While this book may not have the same level of intensity as earlier installments, it plays a crucial role in rounding out their journey. The secondary characters add depth and fun, enhancing the story’s overall appeal. Fans of the series will appreciate this introspective look at Braden’s mindset, making Always a satisfying and necessary piece of their road to happily ever after.

Told in small sentences, this book depicts a couple trying to face all the odds that the world is against them. It was a very quick read, something you can pick up in one sitting and in saying that I think the page number should reflect that more. That being said, I liked how the characters grew together as they spent time with each other. The big events that happened in this book were interesting to read about, particularly with the knowledge that both of them were in therapy too.

Thank you to the publisher and author for sending me this copy.

Always is the 6th book in the series by Helen Hardt that has captured the love and lifestyle of Braden and Skye. Braden is a self made billionaire and Skye is a small town girl gaining popularity as a social media influencer. This book is told from Braden’s point of view and covers the time period after their relationship had started and they’re trying to navigate the waters of a longer term relationship and really know each other. The story focuses a lot on their conflicts and has really spicy bdsm scenes scattered throughout. While the story itself wasn’t as gripping as earlier books in the series, I felt that this was an important part of the story the reader needed to know to complete their relationship. The author has a gift for writing the spicy scenes that always holds the interest of the reader.

What an amazing finale from Braden's point of view!! I absolutely love skye and braden and can't wait to re-read this entire series! I hope there will be more from this world!

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“Always” -Helen Hardt

The stars are for the smut scenes and the BDSM depth it would talk about outside of the actual smut scenes.

This book is part of a series but I tend to like the male POV when given the chance unless it’s a good dual narration book.

Braden Black’s POV. The man who went from barely enough food on the table, a house fire when he was a kid, to billionaire extraordinaire.

He digs the BDSM life style, owns a club, has rules, educates about aspects of the lifestyle to his girlfriend/Sub.

Skye, cute influencer intrigued by the BDSM life, head over heels for Braden, and trying to figure herself out.

Again, the smut scenes, and the Addie reveal were the most interesting.

Other than that it just felt like talking in circles, most of the book was one subject/conflict then a semi resolution and then all of a sudden 10 other things were thrown in with a few chapters left and rushed resolve.

I guess I preferred Ben Black’s story but that’s just me.

Whilst this may not be for me it may certainly be for you! If you dig the sweet overly corny at time stories, with some BDSM education, and very descriptive first time (one sided) anal play scene…step right up!

Grab your copy 2/10/25!

Thank you as always Entangled Publishing and NetGalley for this opportunity in exchange for my honest review.

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thank you net galley for the arc. this was such a spicey read. Sky and Braden were just such amazing characters to read about. havent read the rest of the series but will go back and read them.

I loved this book and series!
This is the 3rd book in Braden’s POV and it didn’t disappoint. I loved diving back into Skye and Braden’s relationship, but in the male POV. It was so good! Thank you Helen for finishing the series!

Always is the perfect counterpart for Helen Hardt's Follow Me Always as it is now told in Braden's POV. For fans of the series, this book will let you see Braden's softer and vulnerable side. This is a great conclusion to Braden and Skye's complex romance.

Braden and Skye are facing a hiccup in their relationship. They have to decide if love is really enough to keep their relationship alive. Braden has his hard limit, and Skye wants to push that limit, but the 'why' is important. In this book, Braden is giving her the space to figure out why she wants certain things and in turn, allows Braden some time to look inside himself and find closure.

I have enjoyed reading this series and wouldn't have ended it any other way. Helen Hardt did her Follow Me series justice and gave readers what they needed!

Always by Helen Hardt is the sixth and final book in this series and it didn't disappoint. What is unique about this series is that it takes place from two different points of view, three books from Skye's POV and three from Braden's. This final book is told from Braden's POV and I think rounded out the series nicely, allowing the reader to finally see the vulnerability that Braden must allow and acknowledge before being able to allow himself freedom with Skye. Overall, I really enjoyed this book, but have to warn readers that you really must read the other books in this series for it to make sense. Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for an advance reader copy of this title in exchange for my honest review.

The final chapter. What a terrific ending to the series. It was a little tricky getting used to reading the story from Braden point of view, but once you got into it, it read well. I have not read a Helen Hardt novel that I ave not liked. I am a fan. Read this book, it will not disappoint. Thank you Entangled Publishing and NetGalley for the advanced copy. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

At first I was so confused reading this story. It has been a while since I read the other books in the series. I felt like I had already read the story, but this one was in Brayen’s point of view.

It’s similar to Skye’s story, but you see some things differently because Brayen is telling the story. The series has a 50 shades of grey vibe. Make sure you check for any triggers.

Over all, I really enjoyed the book and the whole series: I do love how the series ended. It was perfect.

Braden Black and Skye Manning are working through some rough issues. When Skye met Braden she became popular earning millions of followers. Braden owns a fetish club where he explores his dark desires in a safe environment. Braden introduced Skye into his world. When Skye questioned one of Braden’s hard limits he took the cowards way out. he’s been known for resisting relationships. Braden has put more effort and energy into Skye than anyone else. This next step tests his limits putting him at a crossroads where he no longer has control and he needs control.
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Always is a romance that includes a dominating hero; discussions of adultery, date rape, erotic asphyxiation, and stalking; and traumatic injury, death of a parent, alcoholism, and spousal abuse in characters’ backstories. Helen Hardt introduced Braden Black back in Follow Me Darkly where we learned about his proclivities for dark fetishes. Ive read my fair share of dark fetish romances. I’m struggling with the way Helen Hardt communicates in her writing process. Her writing style doesn’t match up with my reading style because of that there’s a disconnect happening between the way she writes and the way I read.
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The story moves in circles making very little leeway as these characters try to figure each other out. I found it repetitive with them unable to move past the same situation. The storyline was holding on by a thread with Braden unable to give Skye what she wanted which is interesting considering his lifestyle. It was a flimsy concept meant to drive more sex scenes into the book. For a guy that thrives off of fetishes I’d say he’s pretty vanilla. This wasn’t as dark as dark can go in the fetish world.
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I felt the story could’ve been better had Tessa’s character not been included. The focus should’ve been on Braden and Skye working through there issues. That long explanation about Addison was way more than necessary.
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Always is Braden’s point of view. Let me just say as book boyfriends go I’ll pass on this one. His past hang ups were overrated. His need for control was unappealing. I wanted to slap him each time he told Skye, “stop interrupting me and let me finish talking”.

While at times frustration is the only emotion that drives not only the reader but the characters as well, in the end Helen Hardt dazzles us once again with more from Braden and Skye. Communication needs to happen but with two headstrong individuals it is more of an argument than a conversation. But in the end the road to a HEA is entertaining and riveting. Another great read from Ms. Hardt.

I love this author! The books always grab me right from the beginning, so good! I couldn't put this book down! Thank you for the ARC!

I have to say I was so confused when I was reading the story. I didn’t catch that this was Braden‘s point of view for the rest of the story and series.

Thankfully, I really enjoy the series and Braden is a wonderful character so getting his thoughts, feelings, and emotions on paper and into our brains is awesome.

Throughout the whole series, one of the things that bugged me the most was the fact that Skye had to argue every single point, and frankly, that was exhausting. But that’s also what I love about Braden. He knew how to defuse it and redirect it.

He was kind and loving and had it bad for her through the whole series. It is so refreshing to get his point of view even at his highest level of frustration.

Always is a great story to round out the series and if you enjoyed the Follow Me series, this is definitely one to check out. Hardt puts it all on the line and writes her stories with so much depth, passion, and emotion that you truly get blown away.

Thank you to Netgalley and Entangled Publishing for this eARC!

This book had a great plot told from Braydens POV and the spice was absolutely on point! It did take a bit for me to get into it, but once I was in, it was TOTALLY worth the read (i ended up bingeing it in one day! haha)!

I just love when the final puzzle piece fits the whole story together. Absolutely perfect way to end Skye and Braden story for now.

I absolutely loved this book! I haven't read a book from Helen Hardt in a while, and now I want to read all of her books again! I love the relationship with Skye and Brayden. They were both so in love with each other, but their secrets and the past kept keeping them apart. I didn't want the story to end and I will be reading Always again!