***** 3.5 Stars ***** 
 Cannot be read as a standalone 
 For me, Reckless & Ruined wasn't as great as the previous book. It might of been because I enjoyed the relationship between Lily and Damian a lot more than Alessa and Adriano. 
 Or maybe because it just felt like all the characters were a bit immature. 
 Although I did like the forbidden romance that is like Romeo and Juliet, this isn't my favorite by Bethany-Kris. I skimmed a lot of the love making scenes because some of it was unnecessary. 
 A lot of changes in leadership occur in this story, so it still needs to be read before reading book 3. I hope the next book is more enjoyable.