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3.45 AVERAGE
3.45 AVERAGE
challenging
emotional
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Dare I say too much character building, I felt like it took an age to get going and by then I was somewhat bored.
The story itself had all the markings for a great read but it just didn't do it for me.
The story itself had all the markings for a great read but it just didn't do it for me.
dark
emotional
tense
medium-paced
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
I didnt love Jax as a love interest. This was one big miscommunication and I felt like he had no justification as to why Aubrey wouldn’t be able to handle the truth. I also feel like their relationship is a bit toxic.
Underwhelmed, but will continue the series.
Underwhelmed, but will continue the series.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Alcoholism, Body shaming, Child abuse, Domestic abuse, Grief, Death of parent, Fire/Fire injury
Great Read
This book was a great read. A little slow in the beginning. Later I appreciated the context of knowing their relationship beforehand. Definitely recommend and can't wait to read the other books in this series.
This book was a great read. A little slow in the beginning. Later I appreciated the context of knowing their relationship beforehand. Definitely recommend and can't wait to read the other books in this series.
After reading Heart of a Monster, I couldn't wait to get to Shain's backlisted books. And I had no idea that the New Reigh Mafia Duet was a spin-off of sorts from the Stonewood Brothers series. It was a pleasant surprise to see Katie and Rome pop-up and I was just eager to learn more about everyone from their lives.
I was Team Aubrey from beginning to end, I didn't deny the connection that she had with Jax. But for the life of me couldn't really come around to him at all. As much as I wanted to, I couldn't quite get on-board with him. I was debating if he ever felt any remorse for how he treated her.
Their reconciliation felt a little to easy for me, but I forever want that HEA and we got it. Regardless of my feelings about Jax, I quite enjoy Shain's style of writing and I can't wait to get to Jett's book!
I was Team Aubrey from beginning to end, I didn't deny the connection that she had with Jax. But for the life of me couldn't really come around to him at all. As much as I wanted to, I couldn't quite get on-board with him. I was debating if he ever felt any remorse for how he treated her.
Their reconciliation felt a little to easy for me, but I forever want that HEA and we got it. Regardless of my feelings about Jax, I quite enjoy Shain's style of writing and I can't wait to get to Jett's book!
After reading Heart of a Monster, I couldn't wait to get to Shain's backlisted books. And I had no idea that the New Reigh Mafia Duet was a spin-off of sorts from the Stonewood Brothers series. It was a pleasant surprise to see Katie and Rome pop-up and I was just eager to learn more about everyone from their lives.
I was Team Aubrey from beginning to end, I didn't deny the connection that she had with Jax. But for the life of me couldn't really come around to him at all. As much as I wanted to, I couldn't quite get on-board with him. I was debating if he ever felt any remorse for how he treated her.
Their reconciliation felt a little to easy for me, but I forever want that HEA and we got it. Regardless of my feelings about Jax, I quite enjoy Shain's style of writing and I can't wait to get to Jett's book!
I was Team Aubrey from beginning to end, I didn't deny the connection that she had with Jax. But for the life of me couldn't really come around to him at all. As much as I wanted to, I couldn't quite get on-board with him. I was debating if he ever felt any remorse for how he treated her.
Their reconciliation felt a little to easy for me, but I forever want that HEA and we got it. Regardless of my feelings about Jax, I quite enjoy Shain's style of writing and I can't wait to get to Jett's book!
emotional
hopeful
sad
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Great story and well written. Was really invested in the story and the characters development. Thought the ending lacked the impact the rest of the book had. His grand gesture was lack lusted.
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Content Warnings
Moderate: Alcoholism, Child abuse, Death, Domestic abuse, Emotional abuse, Physical abuse, Sexual content, Toxic relationship, Grief, Death of parent, Fire/Fire injury
Minor: Eating disorder, Panic attacks/disorders, Racism, Rape, Vomit, Kidnapping
The spice was good but I have come to the realisation that I’m not a huge fan of contemporary romance.