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CRUEL PINK (Drowning in Stars) Paperback – October 20, 2022

by Debra Anastasia (Author)
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I’m just a girl, standing here, falling in love with my best friend’s older brother.

Totally kidding. I’ve always been in love with Austin Burathon.

Effortlessly cool. Wears nail polish. Flirts with everyone. When he rescues me in the middle of the night, I see a side of his life that I never knew about.

I thought he had what I didn’t.

Perfect homelife. Supportive parents. And he does, but he’s fighting a war in his apartment.

Austin’s ex-boyfriend, Endgame, takes gaslighting seriously and thinks it defines love. Plus, he’s refusing to move out.

Endgame wears pink when he plans on breaking Austin’s heart – and he does it often!

He may wear pink, but he has me seeing red.

I’m going to protect Austin, any way I can. I’ll do it over and over again, even if it means risking my own heart.

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    Drowning in Stars
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  3. Language
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  4. Publication date
    October 20, 2022
  5. Dimensions
    5.5 x 0.71 x 8.5 inches
  6. ISBN-13
    979-8218077105
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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0BGN1BXPY
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Debra Anastasia (October 20, 2022)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 310 pages
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 979-8218077105
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 11.5 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.5 x 0.71 x 8.5 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
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Meet Debra Anastasia, the USA Today bestselling novelist who brings her vivid imagination to life on the pages of her books. With a Bachelor of Science in political science, Debra creates complex and relatable characters in the genre of new adult angst and romantic comedies. Based in Maryland with her loving family, including her husband, two children, and a chatty tuxedo cat, Debra finds inspiration in everyday life and the world around her. Follow her journey as she paints the pretend people in her head and transports you to the world of her stories. Visit DebraAnastasia.com for more information on her latest works and to stay updated on her writing journey 📚🎨 #AuthorBio #NewAdultAngst #DebraAnastasia

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Austin and Taylor
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Austin and Taylor
Austin is not your typical guy with his gender fluidity and no cares about what anyone thinks of him. Taylor is his sister Teddi's best friend. He steps in when Taylor's roommate Roberta is too much for her to handle. Austin moves Taylor into his apartment where he lives with his ex-boyfriend named Endgame as roommates. Cue the drama in the story with heartbreak for good measure. Austin and Taylor are awesome together.
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Majan
5.0 out of 5 stars This story has my heart
Reviewed in the United States on August 4, 2023
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This one is going to stay with me for a long time. There is no H like Austin Burathon. He is so fascinating and divine, and I really wanted to delve deeper into his character. Just thinking about him, I can't even - I love him so much.

This is such an edgy but startlingly sweet romance. Somehow, Austin and Taylor work in the most amazing and inspiring way.

It's one of my favorite reads this year.

All the stars for this one.
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Kaly Cano
4.0 out of 5 stars Pink & Broken Hearts
Reviewed in the United States on October 20, 2022
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Cruel Pink was so not what I had expected, it was so much more. I did not expect the amount of emotions I went through while reading this book, especially toward the end. If you are in the mood for a book where family and friends are everything, so much love is present, the FMC keeps a level head, is completely understanding yet determined, has so much emotional/mental strength, with a beautiful redemption and profound love, then go read CP.

After having had enough of her horrible college roommate, Taylor Boland makes a call to the one person who has always had her heart, Austin Burathon. The skirt, eyeliner, and nail polish rocking bisexual older brother of her best friend. The one man whom she has always believed was perfect, soon realizing just how wrong she was. Now more than ever, she is determined to not only protect Austin and help him realize just how toxic his relationship with Endgame is, but also winning his heart.

This book will take you on an emotional ride. Especially toward the ending, while also have you swooning for Taylor and Austin, and help you understand just how something so simple as the color pink can have such a big impact on someone's life and trauma. While also helping you realize that sometimes letting go is what's best for the person you love even if it rips your heart apart.

This book does end in an HEA, but look out for trigger warnings.

TW:OM Drama, Bullying/Cyber Bullying (Not By MC), Hom0phobia, Mentions of Dr¥g use/selling(Not by MCs), Kidn@pping, Abusive/Toxic Relationship with Ex
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Katy
5.0 out of 5 stars I need an Austin!!!
Reviewed in the United States on August 15, 2023
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This book is amazing! Austin is a total badass even though he has a soft spot for Endgame. The Drama of this book is real and the friendships are amazing. I love the characters and the story, didn’t want it to end.
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Wanika
3.0 out of 5 stars Interesting
Reviewed in the United States on October 22, 2022
Cruel Pink is the first book I’ve read by Debra Anastasia and it definitely has me wanting to visit her other works! Cruel Pink is the standalone in the Stars series. It centers around Austin, a beloved character from te first two books in the series, and his little sisters best friend, Taylor. Everyone knows Taylor’s always had a thing for Austin…but when an emergency middle of the night rescue happens, how fast will things go from off limits…..to no limits? Cruel Pink touches on the taboo best friends brother, found family, ashamed of your birth family, and difficult ex tropes along with a few more that are hard to put to words. If you’ve enjoyed the Stars series you definitely have to check this one out!

I received an advanced copy for my honest review which I am posting of my own choice.
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Sherrie Watkins
5.0 out of 5 stars True Love Wins
Reviewed in the United States on October 20, 2022
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CRUEL PINK is Book 3 in the Drowning in Stars series. Taylor has been in Love with Austin Her Whole Life. Taylor is Teddi’s BF and Austin is Teddi’s Brother. They’ve been around each other for as long as they can remember and so has Taylor’s crush/love for Austin. When Taylor finds herself in a bad situation with her dorm mate, she calls Austin to come help her. He takes her back to his place, that he's still sharing with his Ex, yep it's very Awkward.. Austin & Taylor will be a Couple You Will Never Forget About. What starts as a Fake Relationship becomes so much more. I Laughed, Swooned and Cried.. It's an Emotional Rollercoaster You won't want to get off of.. Definitely Your Next 5 ⭐ Read..
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4.0 out of 5 stars Great read
Reviewed in the United States on September 4, 2023
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I was hooked from the beginning. I loved this book.
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Ann Taylor
5.0 out of 5 stars Loving and tender
Reviewed in the United States on February 25, 2023
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Austin was all the above and then some. Different from a lot of book boyfriends for sure but definitely the sweetest. Going above and beyond for family and friends and also having a group of people that come to help with no questions asked. Wish I had a group of friends like this. This was such an amazing book to read and enjoy. Thanks Debra!!
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Karla Nebeker
2.0 out of 5 stars Definitely for Young Adults
Reviewed in the United States on December 21, 2022
I tried to like this book but I found the MC to be immature and too naïve for my liking. The plot was too swoon filled and abuse filled. I just couldn't really relate to the characters. I am an older reader so maybe it just wasn't meant for me.

I received an advance copy of this book and unfortunately life got in the way of me reading it until now.
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Sue
5.0 out of 5 stars Best friends older brother, ex still in the picture, fake dating romance 💖
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 20, 2022
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Cruel Pink is a best friends older brother, ex still in the picture, fake dating romance. This book will hit you hard in the feelings and keep a hold till the very end.

Both go into the fake relationship seeing it as a way out of a bad situation but for Taylor its a bit more than that as she’s been in love with Austin forever. They grew up together as Taylor was always with Teddi, Austin’s little sister, and was enveloped into the amazing family that is the Burathon’s.

Taylor finds herself in a living situation that is less than ideal and calls on Austin for help. Austin is selfless and always puts his family and friends first so comes running when Taylor calls. Whilst helping sort Taylors living situation he sees a solution to a long standing problem of his own. Austin is currently sharing his apartment with his ex Endgame but their relationship is toxic and Austin knows he’s needs to make a clean break but it goes against everything he believes in to turn his back on someone who needs saving and Endgame is very much in need of saving.

Taylor is overjoyed to finally have Austin spending time with her, even if it is a fake relationship, although Austin starts to see Taylor in a different light as they spend more time together.

Im not going to say anymore about the book as you must read it for yourself but if you’ve read any other books by Debra Anastasia you’ll know the side characters are EVERYTHING. The whole gang are so funny and it was great getting to see everyone from the first two books. To finally get a glimpse into Austins world was a delight, he’s so caring and shows nothing but love and empathy to everyone that I knew the person he ended up with would have to be just as amazing as him.
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Imy_Dior
4.0 out of 5 stars 4.5 Stars!
Reviewed in Australia on January 13, 2023
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Cruel Pink was an amazing read. Austin has been a character i have adored since the start of this series, he is just such an incredible person that a light seems to shine even from the pages of this book around him. He has always helped everyone else and put everyone else first he never stopped to take care of himself and Taylor showed him that someone was there in a way he hadn’t experienced before. It was hard to read about his and Endgame’s relationship because of how much toxicity and hurt there was. Endgame had a horrible past and i felt for him but how he took the life out of such a beautiful soul was heart wrenching, but watching Taylor show him how a true partner should be and giving him some confidence back was worth everything. I found it to be such a sad story but one that was full of meaning- from tackling, toxic relationships to confronting bullying to standing up for everyone for LGBTQIA+ and throwing down when someone or a group of people need it. Austin was just so unique and i adored him i was glad he found his peace, confidence and love. I really liked Taylor’s character i would have loved to see her assert herself more but she was still a great character. This was a great and special read, that had so much meaning.
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Jeanette Durant
5.0 out of 5 stars Loved it!
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 21, 2022
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Cruel Pink follows Taylor and Austin. Austin is Taylor's best friend's older brother and Taylor has been in love with him for years.
Austin has always been aware of Taylor's crush for him, but he's never viewed her as anything but his sister's friend.
Taylor has moved to the city to start college where Austin lives and when her roommate starts to cause issues Austin allows her to move in with him and his ex boyfriend Endgame.
What starts as fake dating to make Endgame jealous and to get her horrid roommate off her back turns into wild chemistry and a genuine love connection. Austin has been subjected to gaslighting and manipulation by his ex and Taylor shows him what having a loving partner is actually like.
There are a lot of bumps in the road and twists that makes this love story not straight forward.
I absolutely adored Taylor and Austin. Austin is totally unique and I love how he respected Taylor. I was completely new to this series, but I found it easy to get in to and will definitely read the others in this series.
Highly recommend this book to fans of friends to lovers.
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