My Fault (Culpable, 1)

Reading My Fault was like being strapped into a rollercoaster that never slows down messy, chaotic, addictive, and impossible to look away from. I went in expecting a tropey, fast-paced romance, and what I got was a heavy dose of emotional drama with a side of morally questionable choices and a big, glittery bow of forbidden love wrapped around it.Let’s talk about Noah a girl who’s been through it. She’s tough, sarcastic, and a walking vault of trauma. You feel for her, even when she makes decisions that make you want to scream into a pillow. She’s been forced to grow up too fast, and there’s a real ache in watching her try to figure out where she belongs in a world that’s tossed her around more times than she deserves.And then there’s Nick, her new stepbrother. He’s that classic bad boy: tattooed, angry, reckless, and emotionally unavailable until he isn’t. The sexual tension between them is undeniable, the forbidden aspect only adds fuel to the fire, and while some of it felt over-the-top, I’d be lying if I said I didn’t devour every angsty, drawn-out, tension-filled moment. It’s messy, sure. But if you love the “we shouldn’t, but we can’t stop” trope? You’ll be in heaven.Now, full honesty: This book isn’t for everyone. (BUT IT WAS DEFINITELY FOR ME) It has problematic elements emotional manipulation, unhealthy relationship dynamics, and trauma being used as plot fuel a little too casually. As a woman, I cringed at some of the normalization of toxic behavior. But I also understand the appeal: it’s raw, heightened, fantasy-level dramatics that speak to that chaotic part of you that loves hard and falls harder.This is not a book that tries to be “literary” or polished. It’s a vibe. And sometimes that’s exactly what I want a book that burns fast, leaves scorch marks on my feelings, and makes me want to throw it across the room only to pick it back up five minutes later.If you’re in the mood for a hot mess of a romance with a strong female lead and a dark, broody bad boy, My Fault will give you everything. Just go in knowing it’s going to be messy.

I loved the story aspect of this book. That being said there were a few times the execution was a miss for me. The back and forth with them I didn’t mind. But it was the way they’d act like each time they kissed like it was some shock they bothered me. The amount of time she would say things like “what, nick is being nice to me? He never does that.” After he was nice to her over and over again was slightly annoying or they would kiss like every day and each time it was like “he kissed me and I didn’t expect him to” I wish the push and pull was slightly more genuine. And last but not least her being 17 drove me nuts. I think this story would’ve made me feel a million times better if she was at-least 18-19. Her being underage grossed me out and as I was reading I just aged her up in my head so that I could enjoy the amazing story! I loved seeing them bring out the light in each others dark history and overcome their traumas together. This book made me tear up a few times!

Great book! I had watched Culpa Mia way before reading the book and thought the movie was decent. After reading this book I have a whole new appreciation. I do appreciate how they toned down Nicks terrible behavior in the movie, but I did really enjoy all the background information and seeing how hard it was for him to let Noah in and love her. I also greatly enjoyed comparing the book to the movie in my head as it played out, seeing what was left in, what didn’t make it and what changed. It was also helpful having a good idea of what the characters genuinely looked like. So I highly recommend watching the movie first then reading the book. Great book, great series!! I read all 3 in the span of 6 days, could barely put them down.

amazing spectacular give me 14 of em right nowww!! I loveee reading and i listen to the audio book as i read this and it’s just amazing all around🙂‍↕️ EXCEPT that the pages cut off like someone just printed the book? but i was still able to read lol.

LOVE THIS STORY AND TRIOLOGY!Also, the special editions with the sprayed edges is so cute!

"My Fault" was such an enjoyable read! The story pulled me in right from the beginning with its witty humor, relatable characters, and emotional depth. The chemistry between the main characters is undeniable, and the plot has just the right amount of twists and turns to keep things interesting. It’s a perfect balance of romance and real-life struggles, making it feel both heartwarming and authentic. Highly recommend this to anyone looking for a feel-good book with a bit of drama and a lot of heart!

The story was good but could have been so much better. The issue of incest was brushed aside and should have been a major factor in them getting together. The reason i say that, isn’t because i’m against step sibling relationships. I, personally, have no problem with it, but it provides a wonderful taboo element, which I would have liked. Having said that, I DID take issue with the age difference. Even though it is only 5 years. the fact that she is only 17 makes it a much bigger deal. I would have preferred she was of legal age or that they were the same age.I felt there was too much dialogue and not enough scene building.There were a few glaring grammatical errors - saying “Noah” when it should have been “Nick” - at least in the ebook.And lastly, the prologue eludes to a future falling out, but it never comes to pass. The book ended with a HEA. Why even have a prologue if it isn’t a part of the book? So strange. The only reason I will be reading book 2 is because I know the plot. If I wasn’t aware there was more to the story, I would have believed it a stand-alone.