Summary of Excess (Lust & Lies Book 2) by Kate Stewart

Get ready for a wild ride in 'Excess' by Kate Stewart, where love, drama, and chaos reign supreme. Can our heroine navigate her tangled heart?

Welcome back to the world where love is messy, lives are complicated, and the characters could use a little therapy. Excess, the second serving in the Lust & Lies series, is filled with more drama than a reality show and romantic entanglements that make you question everyone's life choices. So grab your popcorn; this ride is about to get bumpy!

First off, we dive into the chaotic life of our heroine, who has successfully mastered the art of bad decisions and self-sabotage. After surviving the emotional rollercoaster of Book 1 (where we probably should have invested in a therapist), she finds herself tangled up in yet another entanglement that's more complicated than anyone's relationship status on Facebook.

In this sequel, we see her trying to juggle her feelings (and by "juggle," I mean she's more like a clumsy clown at a kid's birthday party). She's got the whole "I love you but I shouldn't" vibe going on with, you guessed it, a guy who's just as messed up as she is. The chemistry is sizzling, the misunderstandings are plentiful, and the "will-they-won't-they" tension could power a small nation.

Meanwhile, the supporting cast adds fuel to this fiery drama. There's jealousy, betrayal, and enough romantic tension to make a soap opera seem like a documentary on knitting. Can our poor heroine finally figure out who she truly wants, or will she continue to chase after the wrong guys like they're the last slice of pizza at a party? Spoiler alert: it's probably the latter.

Amidst all the steamy encounters and life-altering decisions, you'll find moments that make you snicker, roll your eyes, and shout "Girl, what are you doing?" The author, Kate Stewart, knows how to balance the ridiculousness with genuine emotion, keeping you invested even when you want to throw the book against the wall. (But, like, in a loving way.)

As the plot thickens, prepare yourself for twists and turns that will leave you questioning your own life decisions. And just when you think you've figured everything out, BAM! The author throws in a curveball that'll have you gasping at 2 AM, loudly proclaiming your love for plot twists. Nothing says bedtime story like a little existential crisis, am I right?

By the end of the book, if you manage to keep track of all the romantic entanglements without a flowchart, then congratulations! You've graduated from the school of Excess. However, be prepared for an ending that might leave you hanging just enough to ensure you pick up the next book (because who doesn't love a good cliffhanger?).

In short, Excess is a delightful mix of romance, drama, and a heaping dose of "What on earth are you doing, girl?" If you enjoyed the first book, then hold onto your hats because this ride isn't slowing down anytime soon. So, grab that cup of coffee, or two, and immerse yourself in a world where love is complicated, and sanity is optional!

Maddie Page

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