Review: Threaded Lies by K. Bromberg

Wowza—this book dives right in. Threaded Lies picks up immediately after the cliffhanger in Twisted Knight, so you absolutely need to read book one first. This is not a standalone, and the drama starts on page one.

From the jump, Bromberg throws you back into the chaos between Rowan and Holden—two people tangled in revenge, betrayal, and a love that refuses to die quietly. The emotional tension is thick as they’re forced to work together while still battling years of resentment and secrets. This installment is darker, more intense, and definitely more emotionally charged than the last.

The chemistry between Rowan and Holden is combustible. Their push-pull dynamic keeps you glued to the page, even when you want to scream at them to just talk to each other already! The miscommunication and spiral of assumptions are peak angst—and my stress levels can confirm it.

That said, I’m torn. The story is gripping, but it also feels stretched a little too thin. There’s a lot of back-and-forth that could’ve been resolved with a single honest conversation, and at times it feels like filler between the big emotional moments. Still, Bromberg knows how to deliver tension, heartbreak, and heat.

The audiobook performance is strong—Victoria Connolly brings depth and empathy to Rowan, and even though I’m usually not a fan of Patrick Zeller in romance, his narration here felt more balanced than usual. Together, they make every emotional beat hit just right.

And that ending? Another cliffhanger. 😫 I feel betrayed and completely unprepared to wait for the next book. There are a few setups for what’s coming, but very little resolution, and I’m praying this is a trilogy because I don’t think my heart (or patience) can take much more.

Overall, Threaded Lies delivers on the angst, emotion, and steam—just be ready for a wild ride that might leave you yelling at your earbuds.

Tropes & Tags

• Continuing cliffhanger series
• Enemies to lovers
• Revenge & betrayal
• Forced proximity / workplace tension
• Miscommunication spiral
• Dual POV