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itslorei's review
3.0
The Heart of a Villain is the second book in the Beauty and the Villain series, a mafia retelling of Beauty and the Beast.
When it comes to writing and pacing, I prefer the first book because it is much more engaging. When compared to this one, the thrilling emotions and angst are much stronger.
I wouldn't say I was particularly impressed here, but I did feel that it dragged most of the time.
The ending also felt anticlimactic to me, as did most of the rest of the film, which is inconsistent in its storytelling.
Overall, I believe this was a letdown.
When it comes to writing and pacing, I prefer the first book because it is much more engaging. When compared to this one, the thrilling emotions and angst are much stronger.
I wouldn't say I was particularly impressed here, but I did feel that it dragged most of the time.
The ending also felt anticlimactic to me, as did most of the rest of the film, which is inconsistent in its storytelling.
Overall, I believe this was a letdown.
kelly_reads_books's review
5.0
The perfect book for Aileen and Rush's story!
This couple struggles, their beginning was not easy, and it took them a long while to find their rhythm, but it was still beautiful and fulfilling!
The Heart of a Villain took a very different spin on the tale of Beauty and the Beast, V.F. Mason spinning their saga as only she can, with villains and heroes, pirates and family. There were heartbreaking moments, and there was even one point I was crying, but it was for nothing as V.F. Mason created an illusion with her writing that made me believe something very tragic had happened.
I absolutely love how this author has combined her previous sensational books and is carrying on with what happens next.
This couple struggles, their beginning was not easy, and it took them a long while to find their rhythm, but it was still beautiful and fulfilling!
The Heart of a Villain took a very different spin on the tale of Beauty and the Beast, V.F. Mason spinning their saga as only she can, with villains and heroes, pirates and family. There were heartbreaking moments, and there was even one point I was crying, but it was for nothing as V.F. Mason created an illusion with her writing that made me believe something very tragic had happened.
I absolutely love how this author has combined her previous sensational books and is carrying on with what happens next.
beastreader's review against another edition
4.0
If you did not think it was possible to fall in lover any more with Aileen and Rush, than you would be wrong. The passion had grown stronger between these two. It was like they had always been meant for each other, despite Aileen originally being a pawn in Rush's revenge game.
This book is way darker than the prior one. It delved into more of Rush and Aileen's back stories. Which was full of blood and heartache. So, when these two would get together, it was very intimate. Not to mention...scorching hot! If you love age gap stories filled with angst, dark romance, and characters that will have you falling in love with their story, then you need to pick up Beauty and the Villain Duet by V.F. Mason today!
This book is way darker than the prior one. It delved into more of Rush and Aileen's back stories. Which was full of blood and heartache. So, when these two would get together, it was very intimate. Not to mention...scorching hot! If you love age gap stories filled with angst, dark romance, and characters that will have you falling in love with their story, then you need to pick up Beauty and the Villain Duet by V.F. Mason today!
ive_colon's review against another edition
4.0
Nothing like a smut filled Beauty and the Beast retelling to begin the year! Lots of action, great plot and angst. Of course, can't forget the spice. Rush thought he could use Aileen for avenge his mother's death. But not all he knows is true. Plot twists changes the course of his actions but can Aileen and Rush live HEA?!
nitarra's review against another edition
dark
emotional
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Loveable characters? Yes
3.5
kfriend's review against another edition
4.0
Heart of a Villain is an angsty and action-filled finale to this beauty and the beast inspired love story. This duet is full of vengeance and tension, and a lot of past baggage- just how will these at-odds characters figure out how to make it work?
Our story begins right where we left off- with Aileen captured by Rush's enigmatic but potentially nefarious twin brother. Despite the complications of his feelings, he has to come to terms with the tensions and vengeance of his lust for her in order to bring her home and pave the path forward with her and against his enemies. Along the way, we get to see these two discover more about the truth of the past, lean into their feelings, and discover all the truths amid a few twists.
This book definitely had a bit more momentum than the former, though we have what felt to be an inordinately amount of length flashback sequences that while I believe intended to be illuminating and character defining, at times feel more like lengthy distractions from the pivotal moments in the present- and ultimately started to feel a bit repetitive once we understood more of the trauma. This is a new to me author, so I'm not sure if this narrative choice is a common one, but the balance of flashback and present felt a bit off kilter. Rush and Aileen also gave me a bit of whiplash in their relationship, but I also loved that we got more substance to him. I did like the evolution of them as characters, and the twist and finale action was all super entertaining. All in all, a couple I rooted for- and the epilogue was just really, really adorable, perhaps the most rewarding part of the story.
3.5 stars
Our story begins right where we left off- with Aileen captured by Rush's enigmatic but potentially nefarious twin brother. Despite the complications of his feelings, he has to come to terms with the tensions and vengeance of his lust for her in order to bring her home and pave the path forward with her and against his enemies. Along the way, we get to see these two discover more about the truth of the past, lean into their feelings, and discover all the truths amid a few twists.
This book definitely had a bit more momentum than the former, though we have what felt to be an inordinately amount of length flashback sequences that while I believe intended to be illuminating and character defining, at times feel more like lengthy distractions from the pivotal moments in the present- and ultimately started to feel a bit repetitive once we understood more of the trauma. This is a new to me author, so I'm not sure if this narrative choice is a common one, but the balance of flashback and present felt a bit off kilter. Rush and Aileen also gave me a bit of whiplash in their relationship, but I also loved that we got more substance to him. I did like the evolution of them as characters, and the twist and finale action was all super entertaining. All in all, a couple I rooted for- and the epilogue was just really, really adorable, perhaps the most rewarding part of the story.
3.5 stars
mawgand's review against another edition
4.0
In the second part of this duet, so many things come to light that you will be forgiven for getting a little confused along the way. Its a journey this duet keeps pulling you along and you never feel like you know who will turn on you next. I worked out early on who was the baddest of the bad, but the twist that came, brought tears to my eyes and for a short time didn't know how to feel with the fallout. Great read, loved the older characters from pervious books by this author coming along for the ride.
fsmeurinne's review against another edition
4.0
This is Aileen and Rush's story, not an easy one, it's full of revenge, kidnapping and age-gap. The story started a bit slow but it built to a good pacing and interesting story. It's told from dual POV to make things more interesting. I love Rush, such and original interesting character, they both have chemistry and love their interactions, they are certainly made for each other. The story is full of angst and action, that will hook you and you just need to keep on reading.
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rutras's review against another edition
dark
emotional
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
bookflutter's review against another edition
4.0
V.F. Mason is quickly becoming one of my favorite authors. I am so happy I decided to read this duet. The story picks up right where book #1, Beauty and the Villain, ended and the was non-stop until the very end. There were some tear jerker moments as the author loves to tease her audience with moments of despair and heartbreak. Rush absolutely stole my heart and he is now one of my favorite anti-heros. I did enjoy the first book better than the conclusion, however it still filled with scenes of darkness, spice, and gut-wrenching moments.