5 Stars
Powerful Read
Tamayo pens an absolutely powerful and raw story in Carnal Knowledge. The title definitely fits this story, and I read it in one sitting, from beginning to end. Wren is a remarkably strong character, as she suffers from a great traumatic event. Her life almost seems to unravel, and it's amazing how it is kept together. The story was unpredictable, and the ending very, very surprising. The characters, especially Ricky and Alex were realistic and filled with flaws, some seen, some hidden. Magnificent story, kept this reader turning the pages. A definite attention grabber. The thrills and intrigue is written clearly and the characterizations are engrossing. The title drew me in, but the story made me stay. The author's technique of intense characters and great plotlines is a gift. I look forward to reading more by this author. This book is definitely a high recommendation by Amy's Bookshelf Reviews.
