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This one wasn't as good as the first. I should have known from the very beginning, when my favorite character from book one was killed off that I should have left this one alone.

This is another one of those stories that could have been wrapped up in one book. Most of what occurred in this book once again, centered around the baby sister. With everything the two of these adults went through, I think the fact that neither of them could muster up the courage to simply say, "I Love You" was utterly ridiculous. Then to for Nikolai to lie to Belle and tell her that she'd lost the baby when she really didn't was the cruelest action of this entire series. Completely unwarranted and did nothing to the storyline but frustrate me.

This is one of those times that I wish I had read a few of the reviews first. At the end, there was an opportunity to view a bonus chapter concerning the couple. I respectfully declined the invitation. I simply did not care.

I love a Beauty and the Beast retelling but, this one?! Unnecessarily BRUTAL!

I wish I could give this more stars. I have always loved the story, Beauty and the Beast. So, the fact that this was one of the most warped versions of the tale truly hurts my soul.

Daphne is a nerd. A very smart, attractive, albeit insecure nerd. She finds out that her father made a deal with the devil and the only way out of her mess is at the hands of a masked stranger. Enter: the Beast.

Poor Daphne. She feels as if she knows the man but his cruelty is like nothing she has ever dealt with before. "The Beast" introduces her to the world of bondage and discipline, which she willingly enters into. The whole book ends with a cliffhanger that I think is really weird and for all intense purposes... stupid.

I won't give away any spoilers on the identity of the "Beast" but I will say that he is cruel and the way he responds to Daphne is borderline psycho and predatorial. Its hard to root for him to win when he seems to punish Daphne for simply asking him a question. I can't deal with his acts of cruelty one minute and over the top aftercare afterwards.

I'm not going to waste my time on the sequel to this story. After the inhumane actions of the hero and the stupid decisions and actions from the heroine, I don't care what happens to either of them.

For those who press onward... Happy Reading!

Amazing!

I’d heard of these books but never really paid them much attention until a friend insisted that I read it. I am so glad I did!

Wrath was such a bad-assed character. He has a bad attitude and a rough personality that there were times where I wondered how the author was going to soften him. She did a fantastic job!

Beth was the perfect match for Wrath as she softened him and didn’t tolerate his crap. The Brotherhood kept me intrigued and laughing as we got to meet the brothers of Wrath. I can’t wait to read the others and find out more about them!

Read this book! It’s absolutely awesome!

Wrath & Rain... these two lit up the pages!

The first book in the series started off with a bang! I loved the Demon King, Wrath and his fated "nobody" heroine, Rain Low.

I loved Rain from the very beginning. She is a feisty, strong-willed character who has always been expected to "simmer down", comply, and do what is expected of her. However, there is a fire within her that burns to be defiant and be her own person. She's sick of being pushed around. Unfortunately for her, she chooses to display her dominance at the wrong time: towards the Demon King, Wrath. From that point on, her mundane life will never be the same.

Since arriving, thanks to Oracle Ciri, Wrath has become a phenomenon to the country. He's not here to be social, but on a secret, personal mission. The government fears him, and women swoon over him and his dangerously sexy good looks. As a King, everyone bows at his command. Well, everyone except for Rain and he wants to find out why.

What I thought was the first book in this series turns out to be a continuation of the previous book, A DARK VAMPIRE CURSE (where Oracle Ciri brought him forth). We are treated to a cameo appearance from Rhys Roman, Emery, Kat and my favorite scene-stealer, Dane who manages to piss off the Demon King in .03 seconds of meeting him! LOL This man needs his own damn book, Ms. St. Crowe! Please!!!!

This was an excellent start to the series; I look forward to reading book two and finding out what new adventures await this fascinating couple.

Happy reading!

Kage: What A Man!

This is my first time reading a Russian Mafia Romance. It was actually pretty good. Kage is very convincing as a bad/good guy, and I like his style. Nat was an interesting heroine who was a borderline train wreck giving everything she's been through. But, the scene stealer was clearly Nat's best friend, Sloane who kept me in stitches. I'm glad to see that she received her own book and bad guy. It will be interesting reading her story.

A good read. I recommend.

This book surprised me! I really didn't think I would like it much. But, I did!

I'll be honest. I really did not think I would like this book. Only because Butch was a character that I was not really interested. He was always viewed as the sidekick to the other Brotherhood members. I didn't really take him seriously. But I must say, the author did a wonderful job of bringing him out from the shadow of the other Brothers.

Marissa surprised me. It was a pleasure to see her transform from such a sickly-saccharine sweet, wholesome cardboard cutout character to a female who was very sure of herself and became a strong standout, like the heroines in the previous novels.

I wish I could give the book five stars. However, this "chemistry" between Butch and Vishous was left to the imagination and not really explained in depth. I feel like the author never brought this attraction that they two males felt for each other to a close that satisfied me. It was kind of a "don't ask, don't tell" vibe that had me actually googling to answer the question, "Is Vishous bisexual?" Still, I know. But I had to know if it was just me getting these vibes or is there a consensus?

Nevertheless, a very good story that surprised me. I think you'll enjoy it. If not for the main characters story, but the Brotherhood together doing Brotherhood things and just being their crazy selves!

One of the best Historical Fantasy Books I’ve Ever Read!

I cannot say enough about this book! As someone who had no interest in history, I was pleasantly surprised at how much these characters fascinated me. John Dee, William Shakespeare, Christopher Marlow, Rudolf II… the list goes on! I recommend this for anyone who loves romance, fantasy, and history!

Happy Reading!

This book took me on an emotional roller coaster!

Just when you think you love one Brother, another Brother steals your heart! I had no idea how the author was going to humble "Ladies Man" "Hollywood" aka Rhage and find him a heroine who could be his match. Mary Luce did not disappoint.

Without giving too much away, this story is the perfect example to the saying, "You can't judge a book by its cover." How perfect was it that Mr. Perfect was destined to fall madly in love with Ms. Imperfect? A truly satisfying chapter in this wonderful series!

On to Book Three!

Happy Reading!

Mikhail & Bianca: A Perfect, Beautifully-Romantic Bratva Marriage- 5 Stars

This is my first review of 2023 and this book was an amazing way to start my reading in the New Year!

Disfigured Bratva Enforcer, Mikhail has always had a fascination with Prima Ballerina, Bianca and has admired her from afar by attending her dance performances. Unbeknownst to him, Bianca is the daughter of an Italian Capo. Mikhail is more than happy to volunteer to marry Bianca in order to cement a merging of the Italian & Russian crime families. The pakhan is concerned with communication between Mikhail and his soon-to-be wife and that the marriage will be difficult for Mikhail due to his dilike for being touched due to PTSD. Mikhail agrees anyway to prevent another of his comrades being assigned the task.

Bianca is reluctant marry and if being forced to by her father. Howver, he forces her hand and she finds herself married to the Bratva enforcer and intriugued by him. She's determined to break through the stoic, distant demeanor of her new husband to show him how beautiful he really is despite his physical flaws. This book was sort of a retelling of Beauty and the Beast. One of my favorite stories!

I don't want to give too much of the plot away but I found myself having alot of "awww" moments in this book. It was a refreshing change from the brutal enforcers that like to make their new wives cry, bully them and/or force them into sexual situations before the ink is dry on the marriage certificate. Mikhail was kind and patient with Bianca. Bianca accepted her role as his wife and I'm so glad that I didn't have to deal with the cliched "runaway bride/revenge plotting" new wife nonsense. We got to see Mikhail's soft side towards Bianca and his brutal "one cap to the dome" side as he tortured his enemies by night and kept his soft carresses and affection for Bianca. I simply loved their connection!

If you like these types of Bratva novels and want a change from the usual "brutal Bratva" nonsense. Then this is definitely the book for you!

Happy reading!

Liam and Truvy: Somehow in a weird way, they work!

Liam is the head of the Irish Mob and Truvy is a feisty diner watress from Texas. A rather strange pairing but they seem to work.

Liam and Truvy have definite chemistry and the sparks fly. However, things take a turn when Liam offeres Truvy an indecent proposal: be his for the next 28 days and then walk away fro good. This is due to the danger of his profession. Truvy decides that as much as she is attracted to Liam, she won't take chances of being hurt and having her heart broken after the 28 days are over. She sadly declines.

Too bad that Liam decides to move ahead with the plan anyway and kidnaps Truvy!

This story had me from the begnning. The love scenes were hot and Liam and Truvy's banter was really funny and entertaining. I wish I could give this more than three stars. But, the endng seemed a little too contrived and unbelieveable. If you can overlook this minor detail and just enjoy the HEA for what it is, you should be fine.

Happy reading!