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3.69 AVERAGE
3.69 AVERAGE
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
I was curious about Burned Dreams, and while it didn’t completely disappoint, I felt it could have used more depth. The overall plot was quite predictable, lacking those big twists that keep you on the edge of your seat. I found Az intriguing—he’s big, dark, and intimidating, and watching him fall for Ravi was definitely one of the highlights. Overall, I had mixed feelings about this book.
The story takes a chilling turn when Alessandro is hired to protect the wife of the very man he plans to destroy. He’s spent years plotting revenge—an eye for an eye—playing the role of bodyguard to the mafia capo. The internal conflict of vowing to protect someone while planning their demise adds layers of complexity, and the tension between duty and desire for vengeance is palpable.
Ravenna Pisano has been living in luxurious imprisonment since her marriage, with plenty of darkness hidden behind closed doors. When she gets a new bodyguard who despises her from the start, the setup has a lot of potential. The portrayal of domestic violence was handled well, and the forbidden romance vibes were enjoyable. However, I wanted more focus on the progression of Az and Ravenna’s relationship; it felt like we jumped straight from hate to love without any real shift in gears, leaving me wanting more development.
This is a slow-burn romance that captures the tension of forced proximity. With him by her side all day, the potential for their relationship gradually builds, making each moment feel charged with anticipation. The mutual attraction intensifies with every passing day, escalating the sexual tension until one day, everything snaps, and they finally give in.
As a huge fan of bodyguard romances, I had high expectations, but this one missed the mark slightly. Az often seemed oblivious to the dynamics between Ravenna and her husband, which detracted from the tension I was hoping for. The number of times Alessandro contemplated killing Ravenna for his revenge became repetitive and lost some impact. His hot-and-cold treatment of Ravi was maddening; one minute he wanted her, and the next he was pushing her away. His refusal to choose her when she asked also frustrated me.
That said, as the revenge unfolds, the emotional depth of the characters is well portrayed. Az’s pain is mirrored in his careful planning for retribution. It’s not just about the act of revenge; it’s about the suffering that accompanies it. The moments of anticipation build nicely, and the climax is explosive. A personal favorite part was the cameo by Sergei and Felix, which added a fun twist and a sense of continuity for fans of the series. Their presence brought an extra layer of excitement that I really enjoyed.
The writing is sharp and compelling, with an atmosphere that draws you in. While the story has its compelling elements and enjoyable moments, it could have benefited from deeper character dynamics and a more unpredictable plot. Overall, it was an interesting read, but it didn’t fully meet my expectations.
The story takes a chilling turn when Alessandro is hired to protect the wife of the very man he plans to destroy. He’s spent years plotting revenge—an eye for an eye—playing the role of bodyguard to the mafia capo. The internal conflict of vowing to protect someone while planning their demise adds layers of complexity, and the tension between duty and desire for vengeance is palpable.
Ravenna Pisano has been living in luxurious imprisonment since her marriage, with plenty of darkness hidden behind closed doors. When she gets a new bodyguard who despises her from the start, the setup has a lot of potential. The portrayal of domestic violence was handled well, and the forbidden romance vibes were enjoyable. However, I wanted more focus on the progression of Az and Ravenna’s relationship; it felt like we jumped straight from hate to love without any real shift in gears, leaving me wanting more development.
This is a slow-burn romance that captures the tension of forced proximity. With him by her side all day, the potential for their relationship gradually builds, making each moment feel charged with anticipation. The mutual attraction intensifies with every passing day, escalating the sexual tension until one day, everything snaps, and they finally give in.
As a huge fan of bodyguard romances, I had high expectations, but this one missed the mark slightly. Az often seemed oblivious to the dynamics between Ravenna and her husband, which detracted from the tension I was hoping for. The number of times Alessandro contemplated killing Ravenna for his revenge became repetitive and lost some impact. His hot-and-cold treatment of Ravi was maddening; one minute he wanted her, and the next he was pushing her away. His refusal to choose her when she asked also frustrated me.
That said, as the revenge unfolds, the emotional depth of the characters is well portrayed. Az’s pain is mirrored in his careful planning for retribution. It’s not just about the act of revenge; it’s about the suffering that accompanies it. The moments of anticipation build nicely, and the climax is explosive. A personal favorite part was the cameo by Sergei and Felix, which added a fun twist and a sense of continuity for fans of the series. Their presence brought an extra layer of excitement that I really enjoyed.
The writing is sharp and compelling, with an atmosphere that draws you in. While the story has its compelling elements and enjoyable moments, it could have benefited from deeper character dynamics and a more unpredictable plot. Overall, it was an interesting read, but it didn’t fully meet my expectations.
dark
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
Content Warnings
Graphic: Domestic abuse, Emotional abuse, Gun violence, Physical abuse, Sexual assault, Sexual content, Torture, Violence, Blood, Murder
Moderate: Death, Medical content, Car accident, Fire/Fire injury
dark
emotional
hopeful
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Revenge in it's greatest form!
I don't even know how to describe this book! This is one of my favorite stories in the series, due to many reasons, but what I loved the most is that both Ravenna & Alessandro are equal to each other. Neither of them needs the other, but both want each other with such love. In the other books in the series one or both of the characters would lean on the other for support in order to "fix" themselves, but that's not the case in this one. Both characters have the strength and ability to heal themselves and they choose to love help each other in the healing process.
The strength that Ravenna has is inspiring. After losing her father and looking after her mother and brother, she's forced to marry a Capo of the mafia. Only this marriage isn't as it seems and Ravenna is absused daily, but she doesn't give up and fights any way she can to escape.
Alessandro is a trained monster, but when he loses his wife to a hit & run, he goes into hiding until it's time to take his revenge on the person that killed his wife. Which happens to be Ravenna's husband.
Alessandro has his revenge plot planned out to the T, but he never calculated falling in love with the women he's supposed to kill. He definitely still gets his revenge, but a bit differently.
Revenge in it's greatest form!
I don't even know how to describe this book! This is one of my favorite stories in the series, due to many reasons, but what I loved the most is that both Ravenna & Alessandro are equal to each other. Neither of them needs the other, but both want each other with such love. In the other books in the series one or both of the characters would lean on the other for support in order to "fix" themselves, but that's not the case in this one. Both characters have the strength and ability to heal themselves and they choose to love help each other in the healing process.
The strength that Ravenna has is inspiring. After losing her father and looking after her mother and brother, she's forced to marry a Capo of the mafia. Only this marriage isn't as it seems and Ravenna is absused daily, but she doesn't give up and fights any way she can to escape.
Alessandro is a trained monster, but when he loses his wife to a hit & run, he goes into hiding until it's time to take his revenge on the person that killed his wife. Which happens to be Ravenna's husband.
Alessandro has his revenge plot planned out to the T, but he never calculated falling in love with the women he's supposed to kill. He definitely still gets his revenge, but a bit differently.
dark
emotional
funny
fast-paced
adventurous
emotional
funny
lighthearted
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:
No
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
slow-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