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Reckless at Westbrook High (The Kingston Brothers #2) Kindle Edition

by Bethany Winters (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.4 out of 5 stars 776 ratings
WREN
Never fall, never feel.
Four words I tell myself to protect my heart from the pain I know all too well.
I learned my lesson the hard way.
Promised myself I’d never allow anyone to hurt me the way she did.
Now I’m falling and I can’t seem to stop it.
He’s dangerous.
I’m broken.
He fills the missing pieces until all I feel is him.
And I’m the sucker stupid enough to let him do it.

LEVI
I’ve always wanted what I can’t have.
Family, freedom, love.. him.
I’ve wanted him for as long as I can remember – the broken bad boy with the sad eyes and the tortured heart – but like everything else in my life, it’s not that easy.
His past will tear us apart.
My lies will break us beyond repair.
This love will send us both to an early grave.
Ask me if I give a damn.
Wren Kingston is mine.
And it’s about time he knows it.

This is a full length, dark high school romance with themes some readers might find offensive. While this story can be read as a standalone with a HEA and no cliffhanger, it’s a continuation of the Kingston Brothers series and should be read after Kings of Westbrook High. PLEASE NOTE: This book is M/M. Books 1 & 3 are M/F.
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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B08V4SXFF7
  • Accessibility ‏ : ‎ Learn more
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ April 6, 2021
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 1.9 MB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
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  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 273 pages
  • Page Flip ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Book 2 of 3 ‏ : ‎ The Kingston Brothers
  • Best Sellers Rank: #85,491 in Kindle Store (See Top 100 in Kindle Store)
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.4 out of 5 stars 776 ratings

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Customers find the book's story fantastic, with one review highlighting its amazing job with the redemption and revenge arc. Moreover, the writing is well-executed, and customers appreciate the intriguing characters and hot, steamy scenes. Additionally, they enjoy the book's angsty elements.

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15 customers mention "Story quality"15 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the story of the book, with one customer highlighting its steamy scenes, while another praises the author's handling of the redemption and revenge arc.

"...Levi and Wren are both jealous possessive alpha males, but can both be sweet and vulnerable. The writing is flawless...." Read more

"...And very sweet to the people close to her despite the crap she’s been through. We love a strong woman...." Read more

"...Highly recommend this book to anyone who loves mm romances with a side of angst. This story does end with a HEA and has great steamy scenes!" Read more

"I will never, ever, forget about these two. Wren and Levi are utterly explosive from the beginning of the book until the very end!..." Read more

5 customers mention "Writing style"5 positive0 negative

Customers praise the writing style of the book.

"Love this author and her writing style but I find the language, scenes, etc too mature for the age group and I'm not naive to think 18 year olds do..." Read more

"Damn this book was good. It had some trigger warnings but it was very well written. Bethany Winters has become one of my favorite authors to read...." Read more

"...The writing is flawless. This author is now in my auto but list." Read more

"...Lived the action!!!! I want more of these types of books!!! Amazing author!!!! On to the next!!!" Read more

3 customers mention "Angst"3 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the emotional depth of the book, with one mentioning the angst and anger throughout the story.

"...Levi, he was the biggest surprise. Angry but passionate, this guy knows what he wants, but knew when to push and when to hold back...." Read more

"...It’s so angsty and wonderful and dark. I actually read this one first before reading book 1 oops. No regrets though and I’m DYING for book 3...." Read more

"...The angst and anger through this book, the pain that Wren and Levi struggled with was intoxicating and I absolutely love that it’s a story..." Read more

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Customers enjoy the characters in the book, finding them intriguing.

"...It’s a great book with some great characters. The main reason for this review is the ending so slight **spoilers** ahead...." Read more

"Fun book, intriguing characters, but there’s wayyyy too much backstory for the first few chapters to be easy to follow without reading book one...." Read more

"Not usually a MM fan. Story was fantastic. Loved the characters. Built from the last book. Only disappointed that I have no idea when book 3 is out...." Read more

3 customers mention "Steamy content"3 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the steamy scenes in the book.

"...I was so excited for their story and I was not disappointed. It was hot and sweet and perfect." Read more

"...This story does end with a HEA and has great steamy scenes!" Read more

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  • Reva Coomer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Good read
    Reviewed in the United States on May 18, 2025
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    Dark and twisty, just how I like them. I really enjoyed this book. I did not read book one, really into the MM, but I just might have to go read it.
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  • Elia Pinto
    4.0 out of 5 stars 4.5 stars
    Reviewed in the United States on January 15, 2022
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    Wren and Levi’s story was intense and darker than the first book.

    Levi’s been in love with Wren for as long as he can remember, but he’s been keeping secrets that could destroy them.

    Wren’s had his heartbroken, a few times, so he’s numbed the pain however he can. He doesn’t see that Levi has wanted him since they were kids… right when they start exploring this things between them, his past comes back to haunt them.

    The longing and chemistry between these 2 is *chefs kiss and make for some great #netherregiontingles

    This book has some very dark content, so make sure to check the trigger warning.
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  • Taylor Doddridge
    5.0 out of 5 stars Zoo wee mama
    Reviewed in the United States on January 16, 2023
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    I actually really liked this. I’m surprised because I swore to myself that I was done with super dramatic high school romances, and this one was dramatic to the max. But I loved this. Although I said this was a high school romance, I ignored the high school part. They really weren’t in school much in this book and it wasn’t mentioned, so I pretended like that wasn’t true. In my eyes this is just a crazy and dark romance.

    I didn’t read this first book of the series. I just went straight into this one because you know my love for MM romances, but I wish I would’ve read the first one. It was said that this could be read as a standalone, but I don’t really agree. I kinda figured out what was going on at the end, but I would’ve been way less confused if I knew more of the story from book 1.

    Wren and Levi are the love interests of this book, and I loved those dudes. Their love was strong and extremely possessive, which we LOVE. The spice between them was also super dirty. Wren fought his feelings about Levi in the beginning. He didn’t know what was going on with him, since he thought he was straight, so we have a little gay-for-you going on here, but I love that trope. When he stopped fighting it, though? Zoo wee mama.

    There was some issues in this book that was building up throughout the story, but you had no idea what was going on. Well, I at least had no idea. I’m not sure if any of it was mentioned in the first book. These issues came to a head at the end, and my poor heart broke for Wren. He’s had so much hurt in his life, and he was dang near unraveling at the end, and it hurt to see.

    There was a lot of dark stuff in this book, hence the title “dark romance”. But wowza. It was very traumatic, and my heart hurts for almost every character in the book. Especially Callie. I’m almost tempted to read the first book just because of her because she’s so crazy. And very sweet to the people close to her despite the crap she’s been through. We love a strong woman.

    If you’re in the mood for a dark and wack romance, that has bits of possessive and swoony parts, give this a go. I’m gonna have to look more into this author after reading this one. Because wow.
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  • Kindle Customer
    3.0 out of 5 stars MM Explicit Beware
    Reviewed in the United States on August 18, 2021
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    Love this author and her writing style but I find the language, scenes, etc too mature for the age group and I'm not naive to think 18 year olds don't speak like this now but I don't think we should play into it.

    Also these 17/18 year olds are free to come and go and kill without consequences, a little farfetched I think.

    That said this book is as beautiful as the first. I'm still hung up on Callie and Damon so it was great seeing them here.

    We get a peek at what was to come in Callie's book when Wren was caught on video with Levi. Here he questions his sexuality until he accepts he has the hots for Levi. Mixed into their romance is his ex girlfriend coming back to blackmail Wren, Levi's cousin also blackmailing them and someone close being the villain.

    I think the author could've spent more time on the plot here but I have high hopes for Kai's book.
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  • Dark Angel Reviews
    5.0 out of 5 stars This book!!!!!
    Reviewed in the United States on February 14, 2022
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    How do I even put into words what this book has done? Emotional Damage...in a good way? I'm not sure I'll ever recover from everything that happened in this one. I'm not sure I'm supposed to, and I'm okay with that.

    First let me speak on what a twisty plot master this author is. Just when I thought I knew what was going on...my mind blew further with every revalation that happened. My heart breaking with every page I turned. I had to stop and walk away just to calm myself. Yet I couldn't stop until I found out everything.

    Now let's get into the characters.
    That Freya...oh that wench I wanted to take sharp objects to and watch her suffer. I've never hated a character more. NEVER. EVER... okay maybe Killian Mathews. But this book has created a villain list for me to hate all on its own.

    Callie is still the baddest chick ever, and that whole fantasy she has with Damon doing...something I'll refrain from spoiling. EPIC!

    We also get a whole new set of crazies like Zane, and Demi. I kinda love them but also not lol.

    And Kai...okay I hope the coffee girl gives him hell but not as much. He really earned a deeper part in my soul after what he did for his brother.

    Now for the main guys!! Wren! Oh Wren my sweet sweet Wren. Broke my heart so many times, and yet I loved seeing him find his strength to move forward. I've shed a few tears for him, and he'll always be my fave guy in this series. Finally realizing how he feels, and watching him want what he can't have. I love him so so much and glad he gets the happily ever after he so rightfully deserve.

    But I think Levi stole the show.

    Without spoilers...all I can say is wow. That boy's love for Wren was like no other. What he went through, all his pain. And yet he still was capable of loving the most broken Kingston. I'm in awe of him...and of his promise. My God I literally sobbed when the truth came out. Not to mention how in love he was with Wren. Like damn we all deserve a love like that.

    5 😭😭😭😭😭 heart wrenching stars!

    Now I just need Kai...so I can know what exactly is in that head of his.
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  • A_Book_A_Day
    5.0 out of 5 stars Love this so much!
    Reviewed in Australia on April 15, 2021
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    “Never forever, Lev,” I mutter, pausing a second to swallow a shot. “Never fall, never feel.”

    How the heck do you put into words the emotions in this book, the beautiful connection Lev and Wren have, and how deeply this makes you feel with them as a reader.

    There’s so much NA about, but there are so few who can actually pull off believable, relatable, age appropriate angst and characters like this. Trauma, real life experience, emotions, nothing fade to black. It’s hit hard each time.

    Love this series so much. It’s well written, and it’s still hard to believe it’s a new author. The characters, storyline, hit you where it hurts once again. I didn’t want it to end. Hated the tears and cried for them both. Absolutely loved these two and could happily read so much more as their relationship develops.

    I need more from Ms. Winters! Keep this up, it’s truly dark and beautiful.
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  • ReadingIsFun
    3.0 out of 5 stars I don't know 😕
    Reviewed in Germany on May 20, 2022
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    Don't get me wrong, it was nice to read for a big part but was often confused by the way of writing, a lot of times having to go back and forth to understand what's even happening and why.... The characters actions/behaviors/replies made at times no sense at all. The angsty attempt didn't hit as expected or at least not to me. But maybe if I've read book 1 it would've been better . Or maybe there was no weirdness compatibility here. Or maybe I just couldn't manage to feel any kind of emotional connection to the characters
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  • Booktravert
    5.0 out of 5 stars Love
    Reviewed in Canada on April 6, 2021
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    I loved Kings of Westbrook High and was eager for Wren's story. It was everything and more. Suspense, intrigue, so much steam and the wonderful Kingston family. Wren struggles with his feelings and Levi struggles with his past but when the come together they are golden. Great read.
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  • Gemma
    5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 8, 2021
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    This is the quickest I’ve read a book in so long.
    The storyline completely sucked me in and I just couldn’t get enough.
    I love dark, I love high school, I love mm so I knew I was gonna love it but I didn’t realise how much. I fell for the characters in the first book but we got to find out the backgrounds of Levi and Wren and also Levi’s connection to Callie.
    There is a bonus scene available to download at the end and all I’m gonna say is DO IT!!
    This author's writing is brilliant and I can’t wait to read more from her.
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  • Maria Eduarda Silva Faria Moraes
    5.0 out of 5 stars Que livro sensacional essa família é incrível e o Levi e o Wren que protagonistas sensacionais
    Reviewed in Brazil on March 26, 2024
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    Eu amei demais a construção dos personagens, os sentimentos que eles me proporcionaram , os surtos felizes e tristes , fortes emoções e tudo mais . Eu amei tanto a história dele e até os personagens secundários foram perfeitos . Só tenho algo a dizer vocês vão adorar lê o livro
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