Destructively Mine by Becca and Krista Ritchie

Let’s talk about emotional tension, morally gray pasts, and two characters who practically bleed love and regret. Destructively Mine is book two in the Webs We Weave trilogy, and it gives me the story I didn’t know I need. Phoebe Graves and Rocky Tinrock two have known each other forever, loved each other for just as long, and yet… they’ve never taken the leap. Why? Because their entire lives have been built on deception. (side note: I did not read book one of this trilogy, and I did not feel lost at all.)

Phoebe and Rocky didn’t just grow up around con artists—they were the cons. Raised in a world where love is leverage and truth is negotiable, they’ve perfected the art of surviving by pretending. But here’s the kicker: Phoebe is done. She’s tired of the lies. The chaos. The weight of pretending to be someone she’s not. Which she tries to make a reality with settling in a Connecticut town. And Rocky? He might just be the biggest complication of all. Well… we find out the town itself might be bigger than he!!

Destructively Mine delivers ALL the angst and longing I crave. Phoebe is a fierce, layered heroine who is ready to reclaim her life. And Rocky? He’s that emotionally wrecked, rugged hero who keeps you hooked.

What I loved most is how Destructively Mine peels back the layers of survival, legacy, and identity. It’s not just about love—it’s about choosing who you want to be when the world has told you you’re nothing more than your past. Phoebe and Rocky’s journey is messy, aching, and so beautifully done. While I usually loathe a flashback, they keep this story moving with the insights into more.

If you’re into found family, emotional slow burns, and characters trying to escape the life that raised them, this book is for you. And while you can read this on its own, trust me—you’ll want to start from book one for the full emotional payoff. There is a great cast of characters that are just as important to the story, and secrets are reveal that leave us begging for book 3.

Perfect for fans of:
💔 Second-chance but we never got a first chance vibes
🖤 Morally gray characters
🎭 Con-artist pasts and fighting to rewrite your future

I’m already counting down the days until the final book—because if this installment is anything to go by, the conclusion is going to wreck me in the best way.

Want more from the Ritchies? Check out this author spotlight interview.