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The Night Before I Knew Him Reviews

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Cynthia Garcia

Review after half of the novel

Highly entertaining, but sometimes you will question how our main female character can not say anything when her boss is being so hot and cold with their emotions. Also if my roommate had ever violated my room to sleep with some random guy when she had a room of her own to do that, I 💯 would have been kicking her out. So disrespectful. The fact her second roommate talks her down from doing exactly that and tried to gaslit her about how crazy it was made me question if their girl comes from an abusive home because you would need to be a custom to such treatment to continue to allow it that be happening.

June 29, 2026
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Lisy

Review after half of the novel

Interesting, funny and dramatic. I like the concept and the story line although the drama is still the main concept and sometimes it can be a lot and you need to stop for a (little) breathe. But apart from that, I like this book, it is no boring so far and it keeps you in suspense you cannot resist to wait for the next chapter and see how things are going to be, because you think the characters are going to react in a way but every time they act completely different from what you thought, and I like that. Very unique.

May 6, 2026
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June

Review after half of the novel

This is an absolute good read! Once I started reading, I, really, just could not stop. Very Good work! I am very appreciative of the story line and having both perspectives of the main character's. The thought processes of June and of Hermes gave the story of special touch. Especially, because they both are crazy about each other from tge start .😄 I love how naturally human the characters feel lol. It was super intriguing from the very start.

May 6, 2026
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maryam hassan

Review after half of the novel

We’re wired to look for patterns and feel in control—like we’re predicting what’s coming next. Then something flips the script, and suddenly you realize the rules were never what you thought. It creates that double feeling: fun because it’s surprising, and unsettling because it exposes how limited our control really is. A lot of great storytelling—and even games or puzzles—play with that tension. They let you feel in charge just long enough that the twist actually means something. Without that illusion of control, the surprise wouldn’t land as hard. And zooming out a bit, it does echo something real: we make plans, build narratives about our lives, but there are always bigger systems, randomness, and other people shaping outcomes in ways we can’t fully steer.

May 5, 2026
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Nicolise Wessels

Review after half of the novel

I like this novel plot. The intensity... the excitement... the wondering what is going to be next ... there is never a dull moment for June.. I like the fact that you can't really see what's coming next..... you want to keep reading ... you want to know so you keep going. I love the story line. Something different and exciting. The writter keeps the audience glued and interested...I can't wait for the next chapters excitement!!! Another late night 😄 🥰 😅

May 5, 2026
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Klaara Eskola

Review after half of the novel

Its very good and it keeps you wanting to read more of the novel "The Night Before I Knew Him". It is just so good I cant really explain it, I havent got the words. Just trust me that you need to read it now! It is truly quite 18+ and that is why its so good. I love the characters they are so unique and interesting!! I recommend reading even just the first part of it and seeing if it is for you!

August 2, 2026
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Jenny

Review after half of the novel

I am totally loving the dynamics of their relationship and her feistyness it makes me giggle, I am hoping for their relationship to develop further U just want to push them together and let them reignite their fuse, loving all of it, wishing I was creative to write something like this, thank you... come on Hermes break down her walls and take her and make her yours, stop making frustrating decisions that hurt her ,cherish her and help her shine

August 1, 2026
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Desiree Gilbert

Review after half of the novel

Great story line. You can’t wait for the next chapter! Amazing beginning really draws you in from the start. The characters build with every paragraph and with every chapter the story unfolds. I’m not much of a reader but I find myself captivated with every word. It’s really addictive. My husband is always asking what are you reading now. I get irritated because I have to stop reading and tell him. I sometimes read while I’m working.

August 1, 2026
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Rugile

Review after half of the novel

I really enjoyed this story. It’s easy to read, engaging, and keeps you wanting to know what happens next. The emotions of the female lead feel very realistic and relatable, which made it easy to connect with her. However, I felt that some chapters were unnecessarily stretched, making it seem like they were encouraging readers to spend more coins to continue. I also think the male character sometimes comes across as too emotional or feminine, which felt slightly unrealistic. Overall, it’s still a story I’d recommend reading.

August 1, 2026
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Rumi

Review after half of the novel

Every chapter keeps me wanting more! I feel like the addiction between the two main characters is becoming my addiction of wanting to know more and see them finally connect. It blows my mind how in sync the two are with their thoughts, yet they are so far from each. They have no idea how on the same level they both are. It drives me insane!! Both are afraid to face their issues and are in constant battle to hide the truth from their selves. They are so close I can feel it with each chapter. I love the story great job!!!

August 1, 2026
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