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blvelances's review
4.0
i didn’t expect to love this book this much.
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i’ll say, i wish the author had skipped the the 8 year age gap when aurora is young and has had absolutely no experience. sure, it’s fiction so she seems to be adjusting fine to everything but it’s something that is way too normalized when men who are above 25 should look at women closer to their age, with a similar level of experience.
once again it’s fiction so i tried not to think about age while reading and liked the book anyway but i’m waiting for the day authors stop with the ridiculous age gaps for a young character’s love interest.
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i’ll say, i wish the author had skipped the the 8 year age gap when aurora is young and has had absolutely no experience. sure, it’s fiction so she seems to be adjusting fine to everything but it’s something that is way too normalized when men who are above 25 should look at women closer to their age, with a similar level of experience.
once again it’s fiction so i tried not to think about age while reading and liked the book anyway but i’m waiting for the day authors stop with the ridiculous age gaps for a young character’s love interest.
sdw0000's review
4.0
I didn’t know how a book could top the first one but this one was everything! I am a sucker for a forbidden romance and I loved the bodyguard/princess trope too. It reminded me a lot of Twisted games, which I also love. The slow burn was chef’s kiss. I am now obsessed with this series and will be making it my entire personality
corvinascloud's review
5.0
“princesse, this right here—my heart—it’s fuckin’ yours now. what you do with it is completely in your control.”
the second installment in this series completely overshadowed the first's flaws in my eyes; it gave a different depth to the mafia elements and didn't focus too much in the attempt to reference every small detail, while still accomplishing the right balance of staying true to the fairytale it was inspired by. the way both stories were interconnected went above the usual cameo sprinkled throughout the book, which i appreciate, making the world more immersive and familiar. it feels as if the events triggered by the first book will inevitably not only cause but change the bigger picture, having the next story pick up right after where the previous one left off.
the second installment in this series completely overshadowed the first's flaws in my eyes; it gave a different depth to the mafia elements and didn't focus too much in the attempt to reference every small detail, while still accomplishing the right balance of staying true to the fairytale it was inspired by. the way both stories were interconnected went above the usual cameo sprinkled throughout the book, which i appreciate, making the world more immersive and familiar. it feels as if the events triggered by the first book will inevitably not only cause but change the bigger picture, having the next story pick up right after where the previous one left off.
khaleesimod93's review
challenging
emotional
sad
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
3.0
It's not my favorite book so far. I definitely prefer Della and Nico to Rosen and Aurora's story. Honestly, I love Rosen. He's loyal, kind, and empathetic. He tried to help Aurora adjust as easily as possible. But I hated Aurora. I know she went through a lot and deserves to be upset with her family, but she was hateful to everyone. Even Della and Ariella, who were also outsiders. I feel that she didn't give them a true chance. I also don't like how she treated Rosen. He literally was there helping her every step of the way, and she just treated him like trash. Rosen deserved better. Yes, she did grow as the book went on, but honestly, I was just over her.
theoriginal_b00k_nerd's review
4.0
Craving In Slumber - Fractured Ever Afters book #2 - Review
Couple: Aurora Corsetti & Rosen Carrigan
Author: M.L. Philipit
Tropes: mafia romance, forbidden romance, love triangle, failed marriage arrangement, hidden princess, bodyguard romance, dark romance
Review: Welcome back to the Corsetti household! I loved, loved, loved this book! I am always there for a bodyguard romance. Aurora and Rosen are the forbidden of forbidden fruit and the build-up for them was phenomenal.
Aurora is the forgotten Corsetti Princess. She was sent away as a kid after her brother Hawke was kidnapped. However, instead of her family brining her back after the threat was taken care of, they kept her away. We begin this book with Aurora being brought back into the fold after her brother Nico takes over for the family. We see him trying to bring his siblings together. To say Aurora is not what was expected is an understatement. She is loud, headstrong and determined to break the mold of women in the mafia. I loved reading how stubborn she was in her beliefs. To me the best parts of this mafia world is all the strong women and the way they are allowed to go out and volunteer for what they want, it is a nice twist from some mafia books.
Rosen is assigned to her protection detail and succumbs to her charms quickly. He attempts to distance himself multiple times and fails each time. When he allows Aurora to meet his sister and nephew it is downhill from there for him. I enjoyed his grumpy and broody character. I thought he was written for the role of a lost man looking for that tiny bit of light that is Aurora.
The arc in this book is continued from the last which is the hunt for Della’s father, Stefano de Falco. While Aurora’s not told about it, she learns through putting pieces together when she meets Della. The other arc is her arranged marriage that she wants no part in. I think this conflict made the steam so much better! Rosen felt guilt and Aurora just pushes her way into his heart. Personally, I didn’t mind Erico and hope we get to read his story at some point, I think he was just going along with his parents’ wishes and was happy that he did not claim rights when the arrangement dissolved.
This couple will stay with you for days after reading! I recommend this for mafia romance lovers!
Rating: 8/10, great forbidden romance!
Couple: Aurora Corsetti & Rosen Carrigan
Author: M.L. Philipit
Tropes: mafia romance, forbidden romance, love triangle, failed marriage arrangement, hidden princess, bodyguard romance, dark romance
Review: Welcome back to the Corsetti household! I loved, loved, loved this book! I am always there for a bodyguard romance. Aurora and Rosen are the forbidden of forbidden fruit and the build-up for them was phenomenal.
Aurora is the forgotten Corsetti Princess. She was sent away as a kid after her brother Hawke was kidnapped. However, instead of her family brining her back after the threat was taken care of, they kept her away. We begin this book with Aurora being brought back into the fold after her brother Nico takes over for the family. We see him trying to bring his siblings together. To say Aurora is not what was expected is an understatement. She is loud, headstrong and determined to break the mold of women in the mafia. I loved reading how stubborn she was in her beliefs. To me the best parts of this mafia world is all the strong women and the way they are allowed to go out and volunteer for what they want, it is a nice twist from some mafia books.
Rosen is assigned to her protection detail and succumbs to her charms quickly. He attempts to distance himself multiple times and fails each time. When he allows Aurora to meet his sister and nephew it is downhill from there for him. I enjoyed his grumpy and broody character. I thought he was written for the role of a lost man looking for that tiny bit of light that is Aurora.
The arc in this book is continued from the last which is the hunt for Della’s father, Stefano de Falco. While Aurora’s not told about it, she learns through putting pieces together when she meets Della. The other arc is her arranged marriage that she wants no part in. I think this conflict made the steam so much better! Rosen felt guilt and Aurora just pushes her way into his heart. Personally, I didn’t mind Erico and hope we get to read his story at some point, I think he was just going along with his parents’ wishes and was happy that he did not claim rights when the arrangement dissolved.
This couple will stay with you for days after reading! I recommend this for mafia romance lovers!
Rating: 8/10, great forbidden romance!
bookflutter's review
5.0
I just love this series so much and am so glad that I happened to come across this series from the first book. The first book blew me away and I was nervous that I wouldn't like the second book as much, but I freaking loved it!
Our FMC, Aurora, was sent away in hiding to live in a convent for 15 years. 15 years! After it's safe, she decides to return home however she is immediately put into an arranged marriage that will help solidify her family's place in the world of mafia. Her betrothed is Rosen, the family best friend and bodyguard tasked to keep Aurora safe.
The story is a little slower paced compared to the first book, but I was completely enraptured and just sucked in. Aurora is feisty and full of sass. Rosen stole my heart. I wanted him to wrap me up in his arms and just melt into him.
Our FMC, Aurora, was sent away in hiding to live in a convent for 15 years. 15 years! After it's safe, she decides to return home however she is immediately put into an arranged marriage that will help solidify her family's place in the world of mafia. Her betrothed is Rosen, the family best friend and bodyguard tasked to keep Aurora safe.
The story is a little slower paced compared to the first book, but I was completely enraptured and just sucked in. Aurora is feisty and full of sass. Rosen stole my heart. I wanted him to wrap me up in his arms and just melt into him.
tessabellesbookobsession's review
4.0
THE CRAVING IN SLUMBER by M.L. PHILPITT is book Two in the Fractured Ever After Series. This is the story of Aurora and Rosen. To say I was sucked into their story would be an understatement. I can't wait to read the next book in the series.
smuttybooks_geekystuff's review
dark
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.75
Aurora was sent away for her safety to live in a convent after the kidnapping of her older brother.
Now, 15 years later, she is to return home and take her place in her mafia family and her arranged engagement.
I just have to say again how M.L. Philpitt is an incredible writer and storyteller and is definitely an instant buy author for me.
I always get completely sucked into her stories and lose all concept of time.
As with The Hunt In Elusion, we get the vibes of the fairy tale they are inspired by with a modern and unique take to them.
I love the tension between Aurora and Rosen, especially as she is constantly trying to rule him up.
But Rosen is the only person who truly sees her, and it's this connection that I couldn't get enough of.
I love the progression of the ongoing storyline, which is so intriguing, and even though this book has just come out, I'm so excited to devour the next one in the series 🖤
Now, 15 years later, she is to return home and take her place in her mafia family and her arranged engagement.
I just have to say again how M.L. Philpitt is an incredible writer and storyteller and is definitely an instant buy author for me.
I always get completely sucked into her stories and lose all concept of time.
As with The Hunt In Elusion, we get the vibes of the fairy tale they are inspired by with a modern and unique take to them.
I love the tension between Aurora and Rosen, especially as she is constantly trying to rule him up.
But Rosen is the only person who truly sees her, and it's this connection that I couldn't get enough of.
I love the progression of the ongoing storyline, which is so intriguing, and even though this book has just come out, I'm so excited to devour the next one in the series 🖤
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