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uehfiwo's review
dark
emotional
sad
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
3.5
willowisp79's review
5.0
"Those who don't know me label me as a soldier, warrior, hero and, later, businessman. Venture capitalist. Philanthropist.
Those who know me better might use different terms. Fighter. Oligarch. Ruthless SHARK.
All these labels fit..."
This was a great short intro into Konstantins history. It gives us the main points of his childhood and adulthood that affected and moulded the way he grew to be the person he is now. He wears many masks and I think we've only scratched the surface.
I'm looking forward to seeing what happens with Cassie. I imagine after the letdown from the lackluster fiance she had shell either jump in with both feet after regretting not doing anything before, or being extra hesitant.... I really hope the first!
And then there's Michael. Here's a storyline line right there with him having to marry into the Italian mob. With Konstantin in the bratva... Be interesting to see if allies are forged or if enemies are made!
A ton of info for a prologue which I recommend reading before the first book. Might add clarity to certain situations mentioned!
Off to pick up the King!!
Those who know me better might use different terms. Fighter. Oligarch. Ruthless SHARK.
All these labels fit..."
This was a great short intro into Konstantins history. It gives us the main points of his childhood and adulthood that affected and moulded the way he grew to be the person he is now. He wears many masks and I think we've only scratched the surface.
I'm looking forward to seeing what happens with Cassie. I imagine after the letdown from the lackluster fiance she had shell either jump in with both feet after regretting not doing anything before, or being extra hesitant.... I really hope the first!
And then there's Michael. Here's a storyline line right there with him having to marry into the Italian mob. With Konstantin in the bratva... Be interesting to see if allies are forged or if enemies are made!
A ton of info for a prologue which I recommend reading before the first book. Might add clarity to certain situations mentioned!
Off to pick up the King!!
mrsmar10thereader's review
4.0
Intro
This is basically an introduction and backstory of Kostantain from his childhood to his army days, to his rise amongst the Bratva and his legitimate business. We see all his losses and how they molded him, but we also see him fall in love with the barista Cassie who doesn't know the other side of Kosta. It's more informative than entertaining but there are some funny parts along this extended prologue of sorts.
This is basically an introduction and backstory of Kostantain from his childhood to his army days, to his rise amongst the Bratva and his legitimate business. We see all his losses and how they molded him, but we also see him fall in love with the barista Cassie who doesn't know the other side of Kosta. It's more informative than entertaining but there are some funny parts along this extended prologue of sorts.
becsa's review
4.0
This is such a great beginning to the series and I can’t wait to see what is to come!
I really liked Konstantin and understand why his heart is so hard after everything he has been through and who he has been betrayed by in the past. I liked how attracted he was to the barista, Cassie Evans, and why he was disappointed when she got engaged.
The business move by Konstantin was interesting as were the staff moves he made and I was glad for one decision for sure! I definitely hope that they can pull through with what Konstantin needs as I hate to be the one that lets him down.
The information on the revenge that Konstantin needs for the past was huge and I can’t wait to see what’s coming!!
I really liked Konstantin and understand why his heart is so hard after everything he has been through and who he has been betrayed by in the past. I liked how attracted he was to the barista, Cassie Evans, and why he was disappointed when she got engaged.
The business move by Konstantin was interesting as were the staff moves he made and I was glad for one decision for sure! I definitely hope that they can pull through with what Konstantin needs as I hate to be the one that lets him down.
The information on the revenge that Konstantin needs for the past was huge and I can’t wait to see what’s coming!!
nean's review
5.0
This shows you what Konstantin goes through and how it made him into the man he is today. What people see on the outside is very different to what he’s like on the inside.
He’s a Bratva Paykan, which is the King, and what he wants is revenge on those that created the monster he is.
Konstantin meets Cassie and there’s feelings that he’s never felt before, normally seeing models there’s something about Cassie that he’s drawn to. As quickly as Konstantin realises what he feels he knows he had to cut Cassie from his life.
Six month later while planning a takeover, Cassie comes into his life again, can’t wait to read the series to see what happens.
He’s a Bratva Paykan, which is the King, and what he wants is revenge on those that created the monster he is.
Konstantin meets Cassie and there’s feelings that he’s never felt before, normally seeing models there’s something about Cassie that he’s drawn to. As quickly as Konstantin realises what he feels he knows he had to cut Cassie from his life.
Six month later while planning a takeover, Cassie comes into his life again, can’t wait to read the series to see what happens.
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