Q.B. Tyler

Always Been You

Logan Chisholm

we already know that no one does a forbidden / taboo romance like qb tyler, and this was no exception. I think it’s safe to say that this book is not going to be for everyone, so if a taboo romance isn’t your thing, totally fair.

I loved Gabrielle and James’s story, they had such a unique relationship. From the beginning they never really had a traditional sibling relationship, there was always something different. When Gabby is in college, they both acknowledge and accept that there is something there they can’t ignore. Now, the spice in this book had no right being so dang hot. James was a possessive dirty talker and Gabby was so confident and knew how to get her way, absolutely love to see it. 

This was previously published as a novella back in december, and this is now the full length version. This totally gave me everything I didn’t know I was missing in the novella. Some flashbacks that show important moments, more James POVs, and just more glimpses into their relationship. And also more s3x.

Gabriella Lanouette

Taboo, spicy, fast paced. I thoroughly enjoyed the dual point of view and character development. 

Kadisha 

If you have a problem with adopted siblings having a romantic/sexual relationship…DON’T READ THIS! 

If you have an issue with the guy having sexual thoughts about his sister who at the time wasn’t 18 years old…DON’T READ THIS! 

If you can’t handle books with a lot of smut…DON’T READ THIS! 

If you don’t mind none of those warnings, this book is freaking everything!!! @qbtyler.author knows how to write taboo that will keep you hooked and I eat that shit up! Y’all know I’m a sucker for all things dark and taboo and I’m so I love with Gabby and James!! Their chemistry, devotion to each other, and their sexual tension is unmatched. And can we talk about James!!! Why isn’t this man real!!! His ability to put Gabby above everyone and everything else makes me love him so much more. And did I mention he’s the extra overprotective and jealous type!! Ughh I’m in love!! I can’t wait for the full length novel on March 3!

Emma B

wow wow wow. this was EVERYTHING & MORE of what I needed from James & Gabrielle. I loved the short we got in the twisted christmas anthology, but this was more. it was so beautiful in every way. the dynamic between these two was so sweet & heartwarming. I got a little more background of things & loved the glimpses back into the past that clearly showed things were always different between them & that their relationship was so much stronger than anyone else’s even when necessarily both of them didn’t realize it. 

QB, truly, you are a queen. thank you for giving us these sweet, heartbreaking & full of love stories.

Caitlin Vanderheide

Always Been You by Q.B Tyler
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Taboo/Forbidden, steamy, beautiful. 

This was a first for me from QB Tyler, and a first taboo of this nature and I loved it. 

I did wish there wasn't so many time jumps in the last bit of the book and I found myself wanting MORE of this story. That's my only complaint...I wanted more and I didn't have it 🤣. Some of the scenes felt super rushed. 

I absolutely loved the characters. The spice level between these two was 🔥🥵. They were perfect for each other and everything just got correctly. 

This book takes place over Christmas -. It it's not super festive so it's great to read any time! We also see their relationship progress over Valentine's Day as well. 

Gabrielle and James are adoptive siblings. There's an age gap and a smidge of a daddy kink sprinkled in. They are an interracial couple. This book had exactly what I needed in a quick read! Loved!

Tanya 

This follows James & Gabrielle who have been foster siblings since she was 2 and he was 13. They've always been attached at hip. Through him going away to college starting a career. Until, 6 months after she turns 18
and finishes her first semester at university things start to change between them. I don't know how to convince you to read this tbh bc it gave what it needed to give. 

It's exactlv what it claims to be A taboo book that's sweet, sexy & swoony. These two literally couldn't keep their hands off each other and they were equally obsessed with one another. I ate up all of this smut. The connection, the dirty talk, sweet moments throughout were perfect. Gab & James lowkey have always been "attached at the hip" since she came to live with them & he basically taught her everything she knows. He's been looking out for her all her life so watching him adjust to treating her as someone different in his life was interesting. He was a little unhinged with the possessiveness but he wouldn't be a QB Tyler
hero is he wasn't. 

As I mentioned previously this was apart of an anthology first as a novella so getting some additional scenes & background story from when they were younger was great. It gives us more insight on the instant chemistry that was shown in the novella + more context. 

Building up to the conflict had me on pins and needles and when we got to it, it was better than expected. It came and then it went which I'm glad for. At least the first one, now the ending? Eh felt a bit rushed a teeny bit unrealistic but idk how I wanted to change it so maybe it's a me thing & that the only reason it's not getting a 5 is bc I can't quite explain it, I wanted more of their HEA. However I loved it all the same. Happy release day my love, I'm so proud of you & im grateful I get to read your work. Thanks for sharing these two with us.

Alexandra 

Update: QB came back and gave us a full length Always Been You and I loved it even more. QB is the queen of taboo and this story was perfect. James, James, James…I absolutely loved him…from his jealousy, over protectiveness, possessiveness. So damn hot. 


QB does taboo so well!! This is a biracial couple + adoptive sibling + age gap romance (but make it Christmas!) anytime i read QBs work I always get some anxiety for the enviable movement the couple gets caught in the act or their secret is revealed. She always has you on the edge of your seats. 

I loved this novella - steamy and romantic - with a HEA. The heroine is adopted into a family when she was 2. Her older brother James is 11 years older than her and she began to feel attracted to him when she was around 16 I believe. They start their relationship when she is a freshman in college (so she is 18!). My favorite moment was the obvi the club scene and that employee only break room 🥵

Maya Federman

If QB Tyler understands one thing, it’s how to bring taboo to life. And Always Been You is no exception. 

This was my first foray into adopted siblings territory, but James and Gabrielle had me captivated at every page. There’s just something about the guardian/protector to lover pipeline that always gets me. Gabrielle may be 11 years James’ junior, but she’s confident, self-assured, and has no qualms going after what she wants, even when it’s not necessarily societally acceptable.

The spicy spice was off the charts hot y’all. James x Gab’s chemistry all but leapt off the page, and I couldn’t get enough. If you love taboo and need a quick & hot read, I highly recommend this!

Always Been You

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