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3.85 AVERAGE
3.85 AVERAGE
Loved it!
“Mercy” by Debra Anastasia was everything! I would describe this book as more of a slow burn, which I loooved. The pace was absolutely perfect for these characters and storyline.
This story centers around Nix and Becca. When they both were young, Nix was at the grocery store with his cruel and violent father. Becca noticed Nix with this bad guy and called him out on his accurately perceived treatment of Nix. She was so young and so brave and had no idea how impactful her bravery was for poor Nix.
Fast forward 15 years later, Becca is thriving and all grown up, with Nix who is now covered from head to toe as a skeleton, face included, secretly watching and obsessing over her.
Ok ok, I know this sounds bad
“Mercy” by Debra Anastasia was everything! I would describe this book as more of a slow burn, which I loooved. The pace was absolutely perfect for these characters and storyline.
This story centers around Nix and Becca. When they both were young, Nix was at the grocery store with his cruel and violent father. Becca noticed Nix with this bad guy and called him out on his accurately perceived treatment of Nix. She was so young and so brave and had no idea how impactful her bravery was for poor Nix.
Fast forward 15 years later, Becca is thriving and all grown up, with Nix who is now covered from head to toe as a skeleton, face included, secretly watching and obsessing over her.
Ok ok, I know this sounds bad
Nothing makes me squeal and kick my feet more than a big, bad murderer on the outside being a nervous cinnamon role on the inside for his chosen obsession.
I am a SLUT for scary men being big babies for their women. I adore it.
Nix and Becca were predestined and fated for each other. I wouldn't have questioned my stalker either if he was Nix honestly and that says entirely too much about me.
I am a SLUT for scary men being big babies for their women. I adore it.
Nix and Becca were predestined and fated for each other. I wouldn't have questioned my stalker either if he was Nix honestly and that says entirely too much about me.
adventurous
dark
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Wow, emotional and powerful, this had me so captivated I got no work done. Hot damn Mercy is hot as hell and well I am ready to dive into Animal's story next. Thank you Debra for suggesting for me to read this first, you were totally right.
fast-paced
I thoroughly enjoyed this book.. I have to say it wasn’t what I expected. I went into this thinking it would be seriously dark and twisted.. which on some level it was.. but what I didn’t count on was just how pure and sweet Nix would be (minus the murderous tendencies!). Growing up with his father could have so easily crafted him into an evil, hateful man. The ink on his body was testament to how deeply he wanted to detach himself from any link or reminder to his father. And yes, whilst he is absolutely a cold blooded murderer.. he kills to protect those that can’t do so themselves. We saw him watching those he cherished most from afar, and I couldn’t be happier that those people ultimately accepted him and returned his love.. boy did he deserve it!!
Ok, so this has a bad boy vibe and I was ready for this tough alpha type of fellow, but really Mercy (AKA Nix/Fenix) is a softy who just happens to kill. He only kills evil people though, sorta like a real life Robinhood. I can't get over how much I love his character. He is kinda like the little boy he was when back his his life went to pieces. He has a vulnerable side that comes out when he's feeling bad about himself. He is not at all arrogant or cocky. He met the girl when he was 13 years old and she gave him the strength he needed to survive. Now as adults, he continues to keep an eye on her, knowing his abusive father wanted her dead. She has no idea who he is, or that he even exists until he gets the courage (with the help of his one trusted friend) and goes to the bar she works at. She is strong and doesn't judge. Once the bond forms for the second time in their lives, they both feel alive more than they ever had. Though the threat of Nix's father is still there.
There is some thriller/suspense to the story, but that is just the background to why Nix is the way he is, and how this girl influences his life and his choices. There is some sexual content, though it isn't the core of their relationship. This book is the perfect combination of evil and sweet. The characters are so complex and you can't help but like them. You feel their pain. There is also some humor thrown in here and there to keep things from getting to dark or heavy. (There is an especially funny scene if you follow the author on Social Media or know her or her author friends at all.) :D
The story-line is well played out and the book in general is well written with the right amount of light and dark. The right amount of sex, it keep it from being a smut read. The right amount of emotion. Basically perfect all round. Due to the subject matter and sexual content, this would be suitable for mature readers.
There is some thriller/suspense to the story, but that is just the background to why Nix is the way he is, and how this girl influences his life and his choices. There is some sexual content, though it isn't the core of their relationship. This book is the perfect combination of evil and sweet. The characters are so complex and you can't help but like them. You feel their pain. There is also some humor thrown in here and there to keep things from getting to dark or heavy. (There is an especially funny scene if you follow the author on Social Media or know her or her author friends at all.) :D
The story-line is well played out and the book in general is well written with the right amount of light and dark. The right amount of sex, it keep it from being a smut read. The right amount of emotion. Basically perfect all round. Due to the subject matter and sexual content, this would be suitable for mature readers.
This is a fabulous cover although it's not really a great representation of the hero. He is tatted as a skeleton all over, but hey I guess you work with what you can find. The composition is very good as well.
This is the second book I have read by this author and the second one I have really loved. It was fabulously well written. The pace was slow, but I didn't find myself bored. That said, I did find it a bit hard to get into at first. This was relatively slow burn, so the hero/heroine don't get romantically together until around 40%ish (I think). The slow nature of the buildup did afford the author time to give us some backstory that added depth to the characters and plot. Which I came to appreciate as the book went on.I wouldn't say it was a particularly angst or drama filled book. At least not where the couple is concerned. There was no OW/OM drama. It was a little bit dark. A little bit gritty. A little bit heartbreaking. A little bit hopeful. A little bit humorous at times (pecker pinata *lol*). There were some hot sex scenes. A fabulous cast of secondary characters. I ADORED the relationship between Fenix and Animal and I CANNOT wait for his book (even if he was a bit of a manwhore).
Both main characters were extremely likable. Nix was sex on a stick. Seriously who wouldn't want to sex up a dude covered from head to toe in tats of a skeleton? On top of that, he was sweet and vulnerable but alpha as f@ck when he needed to be. Becca was just as likable. I loved how accepting she was of Nix. I loved how she was there for her mom even though in my opinion the woman was a bit of a bitch. Lastly, this was all wrapped up in a satisfying ending (although I do wish there had a been a further into the future epilogue). That said I imagine we will see this couple again in Animal's book (hopefully).
Not much left to say other than two thumbs up from yours truly.
