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Cruel Kisses: A Dark Bully Lovers-to-Enemies-to-Maybe Lovers Romance (It's Just High School Book 2) Kindle Edition

by Thandiwe Mpofu (Author), Thandie (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars 350 ratings
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She’s gone… good riddance to tormenting, cold nightmares that come in the form of sweet but devious kisses.

Thing is, without her here, there’s a fiery riot in my heart I can't control.
She left a bloody feud brewing in my house.
That Little Minx caused chaos and hell to break loose between my brother and me as only she can.
She kissed me and imprinted her broken soul to my darkness.
Now, I want her back with a kind of obsessive desperation that will drive us both to hell.
Hate or not, she’s still going to kiss me with everything she is, because she knows who she belongs to.
I’m going to own every inch of her pathetic, cold, dark, shallow, and meaningless soul that mirrors mine.
Is that cruel of me? I don't give a damn.
She’s the architect of this ruinous chapter we just entered, because what’s coming is more than devious.
We’re going to lose more than the cruel kisses we bargained for…

**This book contains dark material that might trigger some readers. Though this book is set in high school, this book is not suitable for readers under the age of 18.**
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  • "This emotional, angsty read will tear you up and spit you out more than once. Hang on...this story is about to test your limits of endurance.: -- Keri Loves Books
  • "Yeah, Thandie is the queen of creating dramatic, mysterious and insane crazy life events in the world of rich and powerful people. Amazing? Of course! I love every second of this wild ride, but let me warn you, it's unbelievable nerve-wracking and maddeningly complicated tangled and twisted world of lies, secrets and power games that will make you go crazy and on edge of your seat throughout the whole book." -- Bozena, A Goodreads Reviewer
  • "I just love Julian and Mia together - they have so much chemistry and it just feels like they are puzzle pieces that fit together. Just enjoy the thrill ride and be prepared because there is more to come for their story!" -- Booksandbubbs, Blogger
  • "Cruel kisses is a breath taking suspenseful dramatic epic continuation of the just high school series Thandiwe Mpofu has just sent me on an action packed thrilling ride that I didn't want to stop!" -- Shonna, Blogger
  • "Well, I'm telling you that this story is so clever and it pulls you under Thandie's spell and you are feeling like you are in the middle of everything that is happening..." -- Nicoleta E, Addicted To Books
  • "Cruel Kisses is the most unpredictable book I have read so far. I am staring at the wall trying to collect my thoughts." -- SinfulSoulRead
  • Cruel Kisses is a captivating, rollercoaster ride that you won't be able to put down." -- Amy, Book Addict Reviews
  • "I can honestly say i couldn't get enough !!!" -- Eileen Robinson
  • "I was engaged, engrossed, enchanted and utterly entertained by this story. It was epic. I loved every second of it. Spectacular!" -- Irma, Irma The Book Whisperer
  • "This story is dark, intense and gut-wrenching. Julian and Mia have an almost combustible chemistry but can they trust each other with their hearts?" -- Tina, Goodreads Reviewer
  • "This book, just like all of Thandiwe Mpofu's other books was CRAZY GOOD! I was on the edge of my seat, clenching my pearls and cussing up a storm." -- Amanda, (Beauty.and.the.bookies)
  • "Outstanding work from this gifted author." -- Wendy Livingston, Blogger

From the Author

List of books
Dark New Adult & College Romance Series

Westbrook Blues Series
Reckless Hate, #1 (Ace & Astraea)
Vicious Hate, #2 (Ace & Astraea)
Broken Hate, #3 (Ace & Astraea)
Frosty Blues, #3.5 (Christmas novella)
Petty Rage, #4 (Noah & Kimmy)
Savage Rage, #5 (Noah & Kimmy)

It's Just High School series
Devious Kisses, #1 (Julian & Mia)
Cruel Kisses, #2 (Julian & Mia)
Bitter Kisses, #3 (Julian & Mia)
Anti-Love, #4 (Liam's book: TBA)

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B08MDSQQTY
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ (November 1, 2020)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ November 1, 2020
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 829 KB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 319 pages
  • Page numbers source ISBN ‏ : ‎ B08P29DBRZ
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars 350 ratings

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Thandiwe Mpofu

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Thandie is a bestselling author of dark new adult contemporary romance novels who's just trying to make avocado toast at two am and finish the next story that she hopes you'll fall in love with. Enemies to lovers is her jam, with a sprinkle of humor and a dash of twists and dark, mysterious turns. But don't be alarmed, she's a romantic to the core with an overactive imagination. What could go wrong?

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Cruel kisses by @author_thandie was amazing!!!! Cruel kisses is the second installment in the it’s just high school series you must read devious kisses first ( & why wouldn’t you want to!) cruel kisses picks up right where devious kisses left off and man did it hit the ground running !! You thought there was drama before 🤣🤣 oo man the twist & turns, secrets revealed (tons of them!) and plot twists that Jillian,Mia & Liam have to face is insane!! Jillian & Mia are tested again big time (we just want our angry boy happy 🤣)poor Mia gets hit with some heavy truths about her past.. Jillian just wants to make it better and prove to her they are ment to be and he will do anything to make it happen but Revelations of his own future come into play making more walls for them to hurdle but with each one trying to solve the problems alone to save the other Mia finds herself in a bad place 😞(cue that thandie cliffhanger 🤣)& our Liam oo Liam!! He just steals our hearts ! (We offer ourselves as tribute to be his GF🤣)We love all the interactions we got 🙌🏻🙌🏻 also can we have a BFF like Cole (we soo need more of him !) you guys cruel kisses did not disappoint! We learned so much more & got sucked even more into this world (if that was even possible) thandie also throws in some little mentions of a certain place😉book 3 can not come quick enough!!! #cruelkisses #thandi #itsjusthighschool
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Karolina Kasperkiewicz
5.0 out of 5 stars You simply can't miss this book!
Reviewed in the United States on November 2, 2020
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Cruel Kisses is the second book in the It’s Just High School series by Thandiwe Mpofu. You are so not ready for this book. Forget everything you expected or thought would happen. Because the author reached the highest level of suspense, secrets, and drama. Cruel Kisses is the most unpredictable book I have read so far. I am staring at the wall trying to collect my thoughts. Julian and Mia own my heart and soul. It furiously beats for them (and Liam and Cole too).

They are young, beautiful, and rule the high school. They are rich, powerful, and untouchable, to the outside world of course. But there are secrets and lies that runs deep in their families. Secrets and shocking past that have the power to destroy everything they believed so far. Nobody is trustworthy! Everybody hides something. Mia and Julian are put in the center of it.

They hate hard but love even harder. Julian and Mia are explosive and highly addictive. You can feel their need to be in each other presence, just simply be together but at the same time, we know how fragile and insecure they really are. That one wrong move or world will make everything fall apart, like a house of cards. They are driven by emotions and oh boy, how much the author will play with ours.

It’s Just High School they said. But with Thandiwe Mpofu, this “just” is a lid to Pandora’s box. I can’t wait for the next book. The author is going to destroy me because you can’t end a book like that.
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Keri Loves Books
5.0 out of 5 stars Deception Runs Deep
Reviewed in the United States on November 2, 2020
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Just when you think you know what’s next...you have no idea! Mia just keeps getting blindsided, but this time the secrets will impact more than just her. The rich have never been more riddled with deception.

Julian and Mia have obliterated the line between love and hate, but it’s not that simple. Their chemistry and feelings have always been undeniable. They continue to create sparks that turn into a blazing inferno. However, the path to happiness will not be easy. They are going to have to fight for it, taking on both internal and external enemies.

No one is who they thought they were. Everyone lies. While trying to sort out her life, a devastating loss will turn Mia’s world upside down and send her into a tailspin. Julian will have to step up and become the man she can lean on. His possessive and protective nature will serve him well as he gives Mia what she needs.

Running from the pain won’t make it go away. It just gives the others time to plot and put their own plan into action. It’s hard to trust anyone since deception is as easy as breathing for these people. The drama is never-ending in their world.

Everyone has their own agenda. Nothing is black and white. The one’s that were supposed to love you most are starting to show their true colors and their intentions reek of revenge. Mia and Julian will need to navigate the treachery, either together or apart.

My one suggestion is to re-read Devious Kisses before diving in to this. It would have been a nice refresher of the key players. This story is definitely complex. The secrets are many and the suspense runs deep. I still have so many questions because every character is working their own angle. It’s easy to become overwhelmed with all the stories within the story that are taking place.

This emotional, angsty read will tear you up and spit you out more than once. Hang on...this story is about to test your limits of endurance.
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Gwen
4.0 out of 5 stars I think I want to slap miss thandie!!!
Reviewed in the United States on November 29, 2020
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In a good way...kinda lol. Omg what her writing does to me!
Aiden...sweet little Aiden. The most horrible things happened to the sweetest person and it's painful to know it can't be righted in their lifetime.
I am invested in these characters. Its almost too intense but doesn't quite go over the edge. Thank God cuz ugh I just wouldn't be able to handle it. I like that you can't guess everything. Sure you can start getting smug thinking you do but NO!!! She always goes the extra mile leaving you in a big holy st@t puddle and have to pause reading to process the oh my god moments. I think this is my new favorite writer I'm loving everything I read.
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Rhonda
5.0 out of 5 stars 5 OMG STARS!!
Reviewed in the United States on November 15, 2020
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5 OMG STARS!! This book is just wow!!! I felt like I was riding a rollercoaster all the way through. I could not put it down, it hit all my emotion button and more. This author is quickly becoming one of my favorites that will always have me one clicking.
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Jess McDaniel
5.0 out of 5 stars What just happened! This cliffhanger!!
Reviewed in the United States on December 18, 2020
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What did I just read? What is happening? This book and Devious Kisses have thrown me for so many loops that I cannot keep all of them straight. Every single time I think things are settling down and things will be ok, here comes that left hook. Some cliffhangers, I can see them coming, I can kind of predict where things are going, not with this one!
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Ashleigh Sympson
3.0 out of 5 stars Excuse me, what?
Reviewed in the United States on December 2, 2020
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What the hell just happened.

First off, let me say that I need the third book regardless of my stars or review. The drama of it all. I swear.

Julian and Mia couldn’t be more toxic for each other if they tried. Their families have so thoroughly messed them up that I’m not even sure a HEA is even in the cards for their future. We haven’t even gotten into the legacy issue and they’re literally so flip floppy about their trust and feelings is laughable. I still Stan them though. What does that say about me?

The problems I had with this book don’t have anything to do with the characters or plot though. The characters are broken and dynamic. The plot twists regularly and keeps you wanting to read. The dual POV is something I live for. The damage in Mia is heartbreaking and raw. It’s hard to read some times. [Trigger warning insert here- self harm is something discussed in excess during this story. If you’ve got an issue with it, this isn’t for you.] Liam and Cole help to balance out the darkness in Julian but let’s be real, he’s a dark force to be reckoned with and we’re here for it.

My issues with this book were in the holes. I feel like this story skipped around a lot. It left you with more questions than answers. The way it built up kind of let you down and the ending was atrocious. I’m still seething about it thank you very much. Overall, I’m addicted to the story but I’m hoping this next book clears up the gaps and heals the serious damage to the characters and readers.
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Mz T-Bash
5.0 out of 5 stars My heart hurts
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 2, 2020
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CRUEL KISSES
It's Just High School #2
Thandiwe Mpofu

POV:Dual
Julian and Mia                             

Continuing from DEVIOUS KISSES.
Julian and Mia find out a whole load of lies, secrets, cover ups.
They're both lost, broken, trust issues.
Mia's world has crumbled, mixed in with Julian's too. It's a war zone. A war that's been brewing for years.
Mia leaves. She's numb now, dark thoughts are roaring around her head. Feeling unwanted. She's last to find out that her life has been lie. Has everyone lied to her?
The guy she loves has never been or will ever be hers. He's got a future and she's not part of it.
Mia has to find herself again.

Julian is beside himself with worry over her whereabouts. With the help he tracks Mia down.
With everything they've been through, what else can happen?
What other secrets are there to uncover?
What else could possibly go wrong?
Will they ever get to the bottom of what's going on?

This book will have you on the edge of your seat.
I did ugly cry.
I felt so much for them, not just for Julian and Mia but Liam too.
How much more can these three go through?

Ends on a cliffhanger.
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Bozena F.
5.0 out of 5 stars OMG! This book! Holly sh!t!
Reviewed in Germany on November 2, 2020
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OMG! This book! Holly sh!t!
What a wild roller-coaster of emotions.
This is an unbelievable dramatic and suspenseful second book in the It's Just High School series.
This action-packed and gripping story is definitely not for the faint-hearted.
You think probably, what can be so dramatic in a YA romance?
Yeah, Thandie is the queen of creating dramatic, mysterious and insane crazy life events in the world of rich and powerful people.
Amazing? Of course! I love every second of this wild ride, but let me warn you, it's unbelievable nerve-wracking and maddeningly complicated tangled and twisted world of lies, secrets and power games that will make you go crazy and on edge of your seat throughout the whole book. I love it!!!
I don't know how she does it, but her books are like a YA thrillers mit a mystery vibes and an eerie dark atmosphere .
You're constantly expecting something gruesome to happen.
This is not the sweet and swoony kind of a romance.
This is a dark sinister and brutal story that will wreck you
and because it ends with a cliffhanger, not put you back together.
Don't let me start about the terrible ending
I don't know how I can wait for the next book till December

This is not a standalone story. You've to read Devious Kisses first to understand the dynamic of this story.
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Violet
5.0 out of 5 stars Jaw dropping
Reviewed in Australia on December 30, 2022
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This second instalment had me at the edge of my seat in anticipation, crying ugly fat tears and swooning like a Victorian lady. And then the last 2 chapter threw me off the scent and turned me upside down! HOLY CRAP!!! I need to read the next one pronto!
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Kelly
5.0 out of 5 stars OMG!!!
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 23, 2020
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I just love this story so much! This is one of those bully romances that brings out all sorts of emotions as you read, the secrets and lies are drip fed through out the plot and keep you guessing throughout about what's happening...I still don't think I understand who are the good guys and who are the bad guys!
That ending though.....OMG talk about cliff hangers....how am I going to wait?
Honestly this is one of those stories that stays with you that you have to read, so much angst, betrayal, lies and secrets....it's brilliant!
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Jaxi
4.0 out of 5 stars Better than book 1
Reviewed in Australia on December 6, 2020
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I liked the story of book 1 but there were definitely quality issues. This book was much better edited, some small minor issues but not enough to detract from the story.
Let's just get this out there though. Julian is such an idiot. He goes from declaring his love to thinking the worst in a heartbeat. He honestly does not deserve Mia.
And poor Mia just has hit after hit on her, she barely gets a break.
All these characters are so completely broken and clearly the next book is going to continue in all the angst and drama which can be a bit overwhelming, but of course I now need to read book 3 because that ending was devastating.
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