Beautiful Beast

I voluntarily read and reviewed an ARC copy of this book.

Oh wow!!! Aubrey Irons is one of the best authors out there and Beautiful Beast is proof of that. This is a love story that's not sweet or romantic in the least. It's harsh and angry and messed up in so many ways, but it sucks you in and holds on, just won't let go of you. Bastian and Ana have a history that goes back to their childhood. He's the spoiled young son of the extremely wealthy man who employees Ana's father. When he loses both his parents at a young age he becomes even more of a little horror and then grows into a miserable, angry man. Ana is smart and cute and talented and is always on the outside in her own world of music. Through the years, she's watched Bastian and his friends, but has never been a part of their world until an incident finally has her leaving for good...until she's blackmailed back. Bastian is hard to read at times, he can be so awful to everyone, especially Ana, but then gradually you begin to see that he loves Ana, he's always loved Ana. Ana is fun. She's definitely puts Bastian in his place and his friends too and trust me, they need it!! I'm really hoping that Ms. Irons will write stories for Bastian's friends too, they're pretty obnoxious, but I think they'd be fun reads. Totally amazing book, well worth your time reading it.

This is the story of Anastasia and Bastian. She is the daughter of the gardener and grew up on the outside of the high society crowd. She decided to leave her life behind when she was old enough and start the life she really wanted. She is summoned back to her old life and the adventure of this story begins. Bastian is a broken man, both sadistic and hard; he lives a life of darkness and vices. He is one of the rich boys that Anastasia grew up with and finds himself quite taken with her. He is a character you will hate for a good part of the story but then suddenly find yourself loving. This story is full of dark corners where you start to adjust the darkness only to be shown some might. The story draws you in and doesn’t let go. When you read this, be prepared for a ride and to not be interrupted, he story flows and before you know it, you are walking along with the characters, floating over then as they find their way and experiencing this romance along with them.

This is by far my favorite story by this author and it is one that once it is over, you will read again and again. Each time you read it you will find more that you missed then last time and you will be delighted all over again. This story is as close to perfection as an author can get in the gritty, dark re-telling of Beauty and the Beast. HIGH RECOMMENDED! I received an ARC and am leaving a voluntary review.

First off....what an amazing, thorough, dark, steamy, roller coaster of a ride by Aubrey Irons. Bastian and Ana what a couple from hate to love to hate to love again. Once I started I couldn't put it down and the story, plot everything had me on edge and the relationship between these two. Bastian is the biggest, biggest as*, conceited, arrogant, entitled, rich prick and plays his part very very well. Even though you want to hate him, you can't...I tried but I couldn't....the things he does and has done to Ana are quite obsessive but there's a reason he does it and he doesn't even realize it himself until later. Ana goes toe to toe with him ever since they first met when they were 10 years old. She sticks up for herself around him and gives just as good as he does which leads to some pretty funny interactions between the two when they were younger as the author does a lot of flashbacks of them which only adds to their present story and better understanding of these two. Now that they are older and she is back in his mansion they can't fight their fierce attraction for each other any longer and when they get together it's explosive.
The attraction, the heat, the lust jumps off the pages along with the steamy scenes will make you melt. An amazing story with amazing characters and a read that can only be described as holy WOW!
*I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book*

Ahh!! This was such an amazing read!!

I absolutely love novels that star tragic, messed up and mean lead males. They make the story so intriguing to see just how their story and life will progress. I can say with certainty, that I loved how this novel progressed. There was a great pacing, in which, you find yourself eager to turn the pages in order to see how Bastian's life will change or move forward.

I definitely enjoyed this novel, and look forward to reading more from Aubrey in the future!

4/5 Stars!

Sebastian is the entitled privileged heir to the Crown Estate and Anastasia is the gardener’s daughter. They have known each other since they were 10 and he used every opportunity to make her life difficult and demonstrate that she was always on the outside looking in but that didn’t stop her attraction to him. She had enough so left after she finished high school she left and had no intention of ever returning.

Nine years later her father has been injured in an accident and her nemesis has told her that if she doesn’t come back and take over his duties he will lose his job and won’t be able to afford the treatment he needs.

When she returns she learns he has other plans for her but she is not going to be like everyone else in his life and bow to wishes. He hurt her in the past and she has no intention of giving him that opportunity again not realizing that entire time she was away that he never let her go and was manipulating her life behind the scenes. Ana is his kryptonite and it is only a matter of time before she knows it and then the real fireworks will begin.

Although you should hate Sebastian for what he did the author has crafted him in such a way that you can’t help but feel the pain behind the bravado that he exudes and once he lets Ana in it is magic. I voluntarily reviewed an Advanced Reader Copy of this book.

A DELIGHTFUL READ , A DARK ROMANCE .
This story take place South Neck Hampton NY. Where the Crown Estate , Sebastian Crown is under house arrest and his trust fund in limbo cause a DUI and one of his best friend Dylan Forbes is in coma due to a car accident . His Uncle wants the rest of the trust fund cause Sebastian is unfit person . Sebastian has only one option to provide proof he is a fit person , if he marry . One woman , he always wanted is Anastacia Bell , head gardener Hank Bell's daughter . He needs her.
Anastacia Bell has know Sebastian for 17 years , she has love/hate relationship towards Sebastian . Anastacia rushs back to Long Island NY from LA, when she is informed that het father was a fire accident with injuries. Anastacia find out Sebastian has been keeping secrets from her.
A strong structure storyline and well developed characters and supporting characters brilliant exquisitely well written . The story is drama rom-com adventure emotional rollar coaster captivating sizzling chemistry strength of character lies betrayal decit suspense suspicion and captivating from start to finish ? ? . I love and recommend this book to everyone ? ? . I voluntarily ARC for honest review .

Reminds me a little of Beauty and the Beast
but with a lot of:
Obsession, Possession, Chaos, Hate, & Love..

(I believe that sums it up in someways)??

Let me just say that this book from start to end had me on edge, especially with all the plot twist (Wow!). I don't think in all the books I ever read, I had hated but loved a character so much. This guy Bastein made his mission to torment poor Anastasia, seriously I don't even think the word TORMENT can even be defined with what Bastein have done, but as you read this book you understand why he does what he does, but does it make a right "Absolutely Not" I don't think anyone should go through what Ana been through.

This story is definitely about a dysfunctional relationship, but their dysfunction is what gives this story is true dark edges. What makes the story so good that you don't want to put the book down because you need to know what's going to happen next! From all the books I have read of Aubrey Irons I would have to say this book was my top favorite, Aubrey definitely went above and beyond.

So people don't think about it twice, get the book and enjoy the ride!!!!

??ARC Generously Provided In Exchange For An Honest Review??

Musician Anastasia Bell has done the one thing she swore she'd never do 9 years ago ... go home. But when Anastasia's father gets seriously hurt in an accident, she has no choice but to go home and face her handsome nemesis Sebastian. Trust fund baby Sebastian Crown is used to everyone fawning over him ... everyone except for the beautiful Anastasia. Sebastian has been obsessed with Anastasia for years and and has been secretly controlling her life ... and now he's gotten her back into his life again. Sebastian's uncle claims that he's unfit to inherit the remainder of his trust fund so Sebastian needs to prove that he's settling down ... and that's where Anastasia comes in ... Sebastian needs Anastasia Bell to marry him. Anastasia and Sebastian start getting close and Anastasia starts falling for Sebastian but before Sebastian gets a chance to come clean and ask Anastasia to marry him, she finds out that Sebastian was behind all the heartbreak in her life and tells him they're done. Is this the end for Anastasia and Sebastian?

I absoluately loved this book! Aubrey Irons delivers an intriguing, emotional, suspenseful and steamy story full of twists and turns that you won't be able to put down.

I voluntarily read an advanced reader copy of this book

Complex and compelling story of love and hate of Anastasia, the lovely daughter of the groundskeeper/gardener hired to tend to the extensive gardens and prize roses of a rich couple and their over-priviledged son, Bastian. We follow the pair through life as they navigate through school - Bastian and his crew are the undisputed kings of their high school - best parties, pricest cars, hottest girls lining up on their knees before them. Every girl other than the beautiful, talented Anastasia. Watching her in the gardener's cottage from his suite in the mansion, Bastian learns so much about Ana, including that she is a singing and songwriting phenomenon. Unspoken passion and unrequited obsession beget heartbreaking cruelty.

Seven years later, Ana is forced to run out of the talent agency office where she was finally on the verge of her big music break to rush back to the place she thought she would never return to because her father is in intensive care following a terrible fire at his work - the same mansion that now belongs to Bastian.

This is not a story for the weakhearted, as Bastian's exploits are very dark, but this story is well worth the read, as I absolutely devoured my ARC copy.

Irons has intertwined subterfuge, revenge, deceit, and so many other forms of emotionally twisted behaviors into one captivating story that when the ball gets rolling -you will be glued gripping the edge of your seat - trying to feel somewhat grounded - it won't work I tried.
Nothing is what it seems -and it all has a purpose - though selfish and jaded the purpose may be - it still is a purpose
Oh and as for the supporting characters - I really want them to get their own stories- this is the second book with this theme I have read in the last month where the author built a world and characters vivid and strong enough that they could easily be carried over into a series
"I received an ARC at no cost ."

OMG! I'm still sitting here going WOW! Sebastian and Anastasia have a love hate relationship. It started when she showed up on his doorstep and then his world came crashing down. I can't believe how cruel Sebastian can be, but you see the other side of that cruelty for what it really is. This was a excellent story of past and present intertwined and not knowing if you wanted to hate, love or feel sorry for Sebastian. Then you wonder why one girl has such bad luck with every guy she dates. is it just her or something else going on. Sebastian's friends Ash, Tyler and Dylan are a trip. Have they really changed from high school to adults? And why does Sebastian need Anastasia home ASAP. She has left a opportunity of a lifetime to come help her dad. Really? The story unfolds beautifully. And the opposite of hate is love. Sebastian torments Anastasia, but it totally turns her on. And boy does it get hot in the house. I received an ARC for my honest review. Please read this book, i do not want to give any spoilers, but when a boy loves a girl and then said boy still loves her as a man. WOW! The things he will do!

Hold onto your heart because this book will break it and put it back together again. This book is just Wow, awesome, fantastic, over the top amazing. This is the 2nd book I've read by Aubrey Irons and all I can say this lady takes writing to a whole other level. The characters Sebastian & Anastasia were on point he has a secret that no one knows and he's only been lying to himself about & she feels guilty about something, but she also feels something that she's only been lying to herself about what can it be? There are twists and turns and secrets in this book, but all are revealed you just have to get the book and find out for yourself. No spoilers here, but I can say this once you read this book you'll want to read it again. Aubrey Irons is one talented lady who can make you want to smack the characters upside the head and want to pull them close for a hug and cry with them at the same time no wonder she is one of my favorite authors. I most definitely recommend you getting this book.

I voluntarily reviewed an Advanced Reader Copy of this book.

WOW-WOW-WOW! ! Sebastian & Anastasia were oil & water, but they worked together. She gave as good as she got. I read this book in one sitting. I wanted to throw my kindle across the room a few times because I wanted to hate Sebastian, but in the end he redeemed himself. The story flowed and had me guessing the whole time. Bastian was DEFINITELY a Beautiful Beast, again I had a love/hate relationship with him, but Ana! ! I loved her and the way she stood up to him. I love all of Ms. Irons books and this one does not disappoint. Thanks for the opportunity.

I voluntarily reviewed an advance reader copy of this book and also purchased a copy, because I LOVED IT! !

I love this book. It is cringe-worthy, and difficult and dark. I had to take breathers here and there. Time out to rage at Bastian; to pick my jaw up off the floor; to rage at Ana-- and I kept thinking “oh, oh, no… really? We’re going there??”

But there were moments, here and there, of humor. Subtle… snarky… sneaky humor, and I knew that was the author’s voice coming through. That gave me hope for some reason. Have no idea why… But it helped me keep reading through the first half of the book. Yeah, only halfway there…

And then, somewhere in the middle or so, the magic started to happen.

The Midnight Waffle Scene made me howl with laughter.

I began to get glimpses of something, perhaps, maybe, redeemable in Bastian.

And who the heck is Jack, anyway??? Could it be what I suspect??? Nah.

And the music room… Oh, yeah, now we’re getting somewhere. Aren’t we? Please?

If I could give this book more than 5 stars, I would.

Beautiful Beast by Aubrey Irons was an incredible book. Complex, complicated and intense this book is the story of Bastian and Ana. It is a dark romance. If you are looking for a fluffy romance that is all rainbows and roses, you should keep looking. However, if you like a book that pushes boundaries, is well written, has an engaging story, is suspenseful, has a strong female heroine and a hero I dare you not to love to hate then this book is for you. Bastion truly is a beast but as you get to know him you will learn his reasons and feel sympathy towards him. He is a true wounded hero and in my book that is the best kind. Ana is far from afraid of Bastion or impressed by his attitude and is his match in every way. Standing toe-to-toe and trading barbs all the way. This is an amazing book that I loved. I hope you will try it if you are a fan of dark, dirty and sexy romances. I voluntarily reviewed an ARC copy of this book.

So the book itself should get probably 4 stars. Unfortunately, the author did something highly unethical, that will soon be illegal. By stuffing her book with another book, she is stealing money from ethical indie authors. Shame on you.

An absolutely amazing new book from Aubrey Irons! Sebastian Crown is broken beyond what most people would consider repairable and the one woman he could never admit he loved, Anastasia or Ana or as he calls her Texas, he sent running all those years ago. Now when he needs her help he will lie to get her to come back home. Ana left South Neck and promised to never return, but when she finds herself back and back in Bastian's world she finds those feelings she had are still as strong as ever. They say love and hate are close and these two definetly show that. I can't say enough how much I loved these two characters and this book from Aubrey Irons. I voluntarily reviewed an Advanced Reader Copy of this book.

I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book. I loved this book. Kind of dark romance. He was cocky and she was feisty. Aubrey Irons is new to my reading list of authors but I have to say she did a great job with this book. I couldn't put it down when I started reading it. Rich kids looking down on the poor kids. Grow up to have dark pasts, the things they are privilege to and the poor work hard for the things they are privilege to. Anastasia loved Bastian and he broke her heart. She left and promised to never come back but Bastian need her and brought her back to the one place she promised to never come back to. The story was entertaining. Its a must read.

Beautiful Beast was an amazing well-written story. I was hooked from the beginning - couldn't put it down. There was a love/hate relationship between Ana and Bastian. Bastian seemed to always leave a path of destruction in his wake. He was a total a$$ in every sense of the word. He was entitled, selfish and cruel. He was absolutely horrible and a total a$$ hole to Ana. But he was also broken, damaged and lost. I wasn't a fan of Bastian at first (I don't think anyone was) but he won me over. I was drawn to him. You will go through a roller coaster of emotions but you'll love every second of it (at least I did). The writing was excellent. Aubrey did an amazing job with the story.

** spoiler alert ** Anastasia has had a love/hate relationship with Sebastian since she first met him. Sebastian has made it his mission to torment Anastasia from day one. After running 9 years prior, Anastasia returns home after a phone call about her father. Will the line between love and hate blur? Will Anastasia learn all that Sebastian kept a secret from her?

If you are looking for a quick read this isn't it. Half the time I didn't know whether to love or hate Sebastian, so I understood Ana's feelings towards him perfectly. In the end, I loved these two together, but their road was definitely bumpy. Great book and I definitely recommend!

I voluntarily received an ARC of this book. I am an Aubrey Irons major fan but I didn't enjoy this book. Bastian was a complete bastard but not in an attractive way. He was sadist and cruel to Anastasia and this was to the person he absolutely loved. While he was meant to be trying to keep her away from his type, that was lost to me in the constant arguing and awful things he did. I didn't find he had any redeeming qualities to make me forgive him for being like this. I didn't like the flicking back and forward in the timeline as this is never something I enjoy when reading a book. I prefer moments of recollection every so often instead. I'm sure there is always a book or two of favorite authors which won't appeal and this is one of mine.

I fell in love with this book. The obsession Bastian had for Anastasia was a palpable thing. He was a dark, bitter and broken man and I couldn't help but love his character. I went through all the emotions reading this. At times I laughed and others my heart ached. This is a sign of a very special book. There were several mysteries, revenge, betrayal and all out hot sex. I sat and read through the whole book in one sitting. I could not put it down until it was finished. Then I sat here for a while still immersed in their world. I highly recommend this book!

I received an ARC copy of this book and voluntarily reviewed it

Bastian is a beautiful beast! After being his own worst enemy for most of his life, he finally found himself with Ana. She was awfully forgiving of his interfering in her life, but she was strong enough to stand up to him. The fireworks of two strong people are aided and abetted by his lifelong friends, Dylan, Tyler, and Ash. Their interaction had me laughing out loud at times! With luck, they will each get their own book! (hint, hint, Aubrey Irons!) Overall, I highly recommend this book if you like a hot man with a filthy mouth, a little bit broken, and a woman with enough strength to take him on.

I voluntarily reviewed an advance copy of this book.

This book was the story of Anastasia and Bastian. It flops between the past and present with added details that made it easy to follow. Their story is of past love and rekindle. Lots of plotting but a good read

Oh Sebastian...I just wanted to come through the pages and give you a hug.
Anastasia is your typical girl next store character, with a lot of heart and a feisty attitude. Bastian has a weird obsession for Ana from the start and lashes out at her at every chance he gets.
When he finds a way to get her back home and within his reach again, he doesn't hesitate.
But will all of the strings he's been pulling be his undoing??

I loved and hated Bastian, he was a true bastard but there was just something about him that made you love him.

*I voluntarily received an advanced reader copy *

This book had me from the beginning. It is packed with secrets, betrayal, lust and love and more. The story and the characters keep you reading so you can see what happens next. It is written well and the characters are complex. They are damaged yet strong. Bastian and Anastasia have a very complicated relationship that leaves both with many scars and assumptions that rule their lives. Can they forgive, forget and find a way to trust each other? Can they find happiness? Get gour copy today to find out. It is so worth it!!! I am volintarily leaving my review after reading an advance reader copy of the book.

I love books about strong, alpha men with issues. Unfortunately, in Beautiful Beast, Bastian is more than slightly damaged and I couldn't bring myself to like him. The story was good and I felt for Ana, but I couldn't see the attraction.

This is a voluntary review of an ARC.

I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book
Aubrey Irons​​ I just finished Beautiful Beast and all I can say is this was the abso-freakin-lutely best book I have read this year!!! I lost sleep because I could not put it down!!!
Sebastian Crown is so freakin HOT! The story is so full of everything you would want In a book. PLEASE tell me you are going to write Dylan, Ash and Ty's stories.
The thin thin line between love and hate is what made this book. Ana and Bastian are soul mates. This is a book I will read over and over I will SHOUT it out to everyone they NEED to read this. THANK you so much for this amazing escape!!!! If I could give this book 100????? I would.

Aubrey Irons writes the most amazing reads. Once her books are picked up, they are impossible to put down! This book goes back and forth between the past and current events so we learn a lot about Sebastian and Anastasia, about them as people but also their relationship. Sebastian is really a jerk and at times, it's hard to see past that. Anastasia is doing what she thinks is the right thing for her father. As a result, she leaves behind a possible budding record contract. This book was awesome and I can't wait to see what Aubrey writes next!!

My honest review is for a special copy I voluntarily read.

This book is absolutely stunning! It is not your typical romance, Bastian is a nasty person but he hooks you! You start to see glimpses of this vulnerable and good person but it gets covered up again by anger. Ana is strong and beautiful and eventually starts to see through the cracks to the true person Bastian keeps hidden. I'm a fan of Aubrey Irons but this book is by far one of the best books she's written (in my opinion)! The depth and strength of the characters are so stunning and brilliant. The range of emotions this book brings is phenomenal! I voluntarily read an ARC copy of this book.

Wow!! The characters, Sebastian & Anastasia (love that name) are so well-written, the story is so well written. The words just flow and you find yourself just turning the page, forgetting about the time passing, and you finish before you ever get up. You will have a love/hate relationship with Bastian, but you will have to read how that turns out! Ana stands up to Bastian so she's no weak heroine, which I loved! Gosh, this book was just engrossing, entertaining, and down right hot! You MUST read this book. You will not be disappointed!! I voluntarily reviewed an advanced copy of this book.

Where do I begin for this amazing story I received as an arc it just grabbed me and never ever let go until I turned the last page and closed the cover at the end if keeps you on the edge of your seat until the very end. A top way at the top favorite for me this year. If I could I would totally give it 10 stars its way worth it. Bastian and Ana have such hot chemistry it will leave your kindle burning you will feel the flames in your heart of the amazing connection they have together. Its so addicting of a story:) I so very highly recommend it you will not regret it I promise you!!

I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book. Wow! Another wonderful book from Ms Irons! I loved this book. Anastasia and Bastian story may have been a little darker and gritty than some of Ms Irons' yet that did not take away from what a great story it was. After all it was still a story of love.The way the two seemed to be the one love of each other as well as the one they at times could not stand to be near.l It was amazing the things he did to her it seemed since the time they first met as children. I could not put this book down. I loved how everything worked out in the eand.

What an intense read! Aubrey has brought out the beast inside Bastian and made me feel like I was being consumed myself. The fireworks between him and Anna are insane, but when they finally relinquish to their feelings, it's explosive. Bastian fights his feelings for years, making Anna hate him more and more each day...only problem is, he can't stay away from her. He does some really messed up stuff, who could blame her for never wanting to see him again when she finds out. This is definitely a must read! I'm voluntarily reviewing an advanced reader copy of this book.

A freaking awesome story by Aubrey Irons, Beautiful Beast surpass my expectations. You will not be able to put this book down once Bastian is introduced and will only be craving more of his delicious darkness. Amazing characters, well written story, and various emotion that will be pouring out of you at times will have you hating and then cheering Bastian. You will not want to miss one-clicking this unexpectedly amazing modern fairytale read that will have you dreaming of a grand HEA. I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Readers Copy of this book and highly recommend it.

Here is the deal Aubrey Irons is an amazing author, but I did not like this book. I finished it, and gave it 4 stars but I hated Bastin. He had no good qualities. She writes an amazing book, but this is one I will not read again. I just missed the romance point of the book. I don't want to post spoilers so you will have to decide on your own. I also hate books that flash back and forth. Ana wasn't a great girl either. Did she stand up to him? Yes, but she always went back for more. Just remember 4 stars. She is a great author this one just didn't connect for me.

I voluntarily read this advanced readers copy of this review. I just loved it and couldn't put it down once I started reading it. You will love reading about Anastasia and Bastian's story. Anastasia had one blissful night with Bastian and though she loved him, but her prince was no fairy tale. He broke her heart. Bastian has done some very mean and cruel things to Anastasia over the years that she doesn't even know. He's broken and miserable with his life, but now he needs her though. It was just crazy to read. I so can't wait to read more of Aubrey's work.

Beautiful Beast was compelling and intoxicating. Bastian is arrogant, dark and broken. Ana is sweet, naive and dutiful. These two share a past that is complex, kind of twisted and intense. Will Ana once again get caught up in Bastian's web of lies, deceit and manipulation? When a secret bet comes to light, will Bastian man up or do what he does best? This book was dark, intriguing and engaging. Bastian is one of those characters that I loved and hated at the same time. Aubrey Irons has delivered another great in story. I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book.

**I am voluntarily reviewing an Advanced Readers Copy of this book**
This is my absolute favorite book written by Aubrey Irons!! Bastian and Anastasia are well written, complex, and compelling characters. This story moves back and forth in time seamlessly, allowing the reader to really understand what drives these two people. there were some great twists and turns and there was no way I could put this book down once I started reading it. Do yourself a favor, spend the dollar, buy the book, and read it tonight!! Thank you Aubrey and great job!!

AWESOME. Anastasia and Sebastian are not made for each other - at least that's why they cannot stand each other. So they say. She is a musician and has a carrier while Bastian is just a super rich spoiled hot brat who likes to make Ana's life complicated. This is a beautiful story of enemies to lovers. The truth behind all the drama is that they always love each other and everything Bastien does, all the awful things messing with her life is because he loves her. Go figure. It reminds me a lot of "Vicious" by L J Shen. Don't miss it.

A dark, compelling romance with an anti-hero the reader will love to hate, while simultaneously empathizing with Anastasia's intense attraction to him. Author Aubrey Irons deftly moves back and forth in time, showing the reader Sebastian's descent into darkness while she deftly weaves together the threads of past and present. Sebastian has crossed countless moral lines, but when he needs Anastasia's help, will she agree to his unusual proposal? An unforgettable story; highly recommend. I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book.

Beautiful Beast - Whew - you can say that again! At first, I was torn about the story, I mean, Bastian is a real ass to Ana from the moment they meet at about age ten - telling her the house is off limits to the help. He is like the bad guy in the movie you love to hate. But as the story goes on, you start to see more of what lies underneath - the pain, the hate, the lust, the love? And the four musketeers - Sebastian and his best buds - boy, do you love em, hate em, or smack them upsde the head sometimes! The author cleverly tells the story with flashbacks of both characters at points in the present when one is remembering something significant about the past. It gives you a view from different perspectives of what each saw, felt, remember. It IS a story of pain, fear, sorrow, hate, lust, true friendship, loyalty, love a veritable rollercoaster of emotions for the characters and reader alike. Well done!

I received an ARC and a, voluntarily leaving a review

Good grief! Why the author choose to continually insert the past with inane, trivial details is beyond me. Start with a BRIEF synopsis of their past then go forward with some semblance if story! Let me say, post chapter 15 and Bastian stating his purpose for Ana being there and all this back and forth nausea, I closed the book and will return it post this review and spewing emesis.
Can we say: Let's stretch out this book with more than enough triviality while he needs a mighty big favor from the person he treats like poo?
Ughhh

I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book. Wow! Another wonderful book from Ms Irons! I loved this book. Anastasia and Bastian story may have been a little darker and gritty than some of Ms Irons' yet that did not take away from what a great story it was. After all it was still a story of love.The way the two seemed to be the one love of each other as well as the one they at times could not stand to be near.l It was amazing the things he did to her it seemed since the time they first met as children. I could not put this book down. I loved how everything worked out in the eand.

What an intense read! Aubrey has brought out the beast inside Bastian and made me feel like I was being consumed myself. The fireworks between him and Anna are insane, but when they finally relinquish to their feelings, it's explosive. Bastian fights his feelings for years, making Anna hate him more and more each day...only problem is, he can't stay away from her. He does some really messed up stuff, who could blame her for never wanting to see him again when she finds out. This is definitely a must read! I'm voluntarily reviewing an advanced reader copy of this book.

A freaking awesome story by Aubrey Irons, Beautiful Beast surpass my expectations. You will not be able to put this book down once Bastian is introduced and will only be craving more of his delicious darkness. Amazing characters, well written story, and various emotion that will be pouring out of you at times will have you hating and then cheering Bastian. You will not want to miss one-clicking this unexpectedly amazing modern fairytale read that will have you dreaming of a grand HEA. I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Readers Copy of this book and highly recommend it.

Here is the deal Aubrey Irons is an amazing author, but I did not like this book. I finished it, and gave it 4 stars but I hated Bastin. He had no good qualities. She writes an amazing book, but this is one I will not read again. I just missed the romance point of the book. I don't want to post spoilers so you will have to decide on your own. I also hate books that flash back and forth. Ana wasn't a great girl either. Did she stand up to him? Yes, but she always went back for more. Just remember 4 stars. She is a great author this one just didn't connect for me.

I voluntarily read this advanced readers copy of this review. I just loved it and couldn't put it down once I started reading it. You will love reading about Anastasia and Bastian's story. Anastasia had one blissful night with Bastian and though she loved him, but her prince was no fairy tale. He broke her heart. Bastian has done some very mean and cruel things to Anastasia over the years that she doesn't even know. He's broken and miserable with his life, but now he needs her though. It was just crazy to read. I so can't wait to read more of Aubrey's work.

Beautiful Beast was compelling and intoxicating. Bastian is arrogant, dark and broken. Ana is sweet, naive and dutiful. These two share a past that is complex, kind of twisted and intense. Will Ana once again get caught up in Bastian's web of lies, deceit and manipulation? When a secret bet comes to light, will Bastian man up or do what he does best? This book was dark, intriguing and engaging. Bastian is one of those characters that I loved and hated at the same time. Aubrey Irons has delivered another great in story. I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book.

**I am voluntarily reviewing an Advanced Readers Copy of this book**
This is my absolute favorite book written by Aubrey Irons!! Bastian and Anastasia are well written, complex, and compelling characters. This story moves back and forth in time seamlessly, allowing the reader to really understand what drives these two people. there were some great twists and turns and there was no way I could put this book down once I started reading it. Do yourself a favor, spend the dollar, buy the book, and read it tonight!! Thank you Aubrey and great job!!

AWESOME. Anastasia and Sebastian are not made for each other - at least that's why they cannot stand each other. So they say. She is a musician and has a carrier while Bastian is just a super rich spoiled hot brat who likes to make Ana's life complicated. This is a beautiful story of enemies to lovers. The truth behind all the drama is that they always love each other and everything Bastien does, all the awful things messing with her life is because he loves her. Go figure. It reminds me a lot of "Vicious" by L J Shen. Don't miss it.

A dark, compelling romance with an anti-hero the reader will love to hate, while simultaneously empathizing with Anastasia's intense attraction to him. Author Aubrey Irons deftly moves back and forth in time, showing the reader Sebastian's descent into darkness while she deftly weaves together the threads of past and present. Sebastian has crossed countless moral lines, but when he needs Anastasia's help, will she agree to his unusual proposal? An unforgettable story; highly recommend. I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book.

Beautiful Beast - Whew - you can say that again! At first, I was torn about the story, I mean, Bastian is a real ass to Ana from the moment they meet at about age ten - telling her the house is off limits to the help. He is like the bad guy in the movie you love to hate. But as the story goes on, you start to see more of what lies underneath - the pain, the hate, the lust, the love? And the four musketeers - Sebastian and his best buds - boy, do you love em, hate em, or smack them upsde the head sometimes! The author cleverly tells the story with flashbacks of both characters at points in the present when one is remembering something significant about the past. It gives you a view from different perspectives of what each saw, felt, remember. It IS a story of pain, fear, sorrow, hate, lust, true friendship, loyalty, love a veritable rollercoaster of emotions for the characters and reader alike. Well done!

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Good grief! Why the author choose to continually insert the past with inane, trivial details is beyond me. Start with a BRIEF synopsis of their past then go forward with some semblance if story! Let me say, post chapter 15 and Bastian stating his purpose for Ana being there and all this back and forth nausea, I closed the book and will return it post this review and spewing emesis.
Can we say: Let's stretch out this book with more than enough triviality while he needs a mighty big favor from the person he treats like poo?
Ughhh

I stopped reading at 48%. Sebastian doesn't do anything. Literally, he doesn't work - he does nothing. He just exists and is insanely wealthy. Ana accepts all his nonsense because she has been in love with him since they were young, I guess. Reviewers think that he is hot and there is this great chemistry between them, but I didn't see that at all. It is just regular chemistry rather than something building and simmering from scene one. I found the high school scenes more interesting than the adult scenes. And I am not a big New Adult reader. I saw that readers said to just keep reading and you get to find out what is wrong with Sebastian. But, he was not interesting enough to keep reading. He was just weird. In fact, if he actually existed today in reality I suggest that he would be arrested for real and imprisoned. The word "sociopath" comes to mind.