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ellehawk's review
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
nellesnightstand1's review against another edition
3.0
nellesnightstand's review against another edition
3.0
leabookjoy's review against another edition
4.0
Dernier tome de la série des soeurs Chadwick avec le mystérieux Nightshade et la fantasque Portia que j'ai beaucoup aimé !! Pas d'héroine timide et maladroite ici : j'ai adoré Portia et sa détermination (à embêter Dell surtout xD) Il y a du mystère, de la passion et plein de drames !!
Même reproche que pour le livre précédent toutefois : l'héroine pardonne au héros un peu trop facilement ...
J'avoue que je suis hyper curieuse d'en savoir plus sur l'enfant aux mystérieuses origines qu'ils ont sauvé et sur le futur de Mason Hale et de sa fille ... Ah et aussi sur l'affaire de l'Ecosse !!
Bref, j'attends d'autres livres dans le même univers =D
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Last book of the series about the Chadwick sisters with the mysterious Nightshade and the fanciful Portia that I loved !! No shy and awkward heroine here : I loved Portia and her determination (to bother Dell especially xD) There is mystery, passion and plenty of drama !!
The same reproach as for the previous book however : the heroine forgives the hero a little too easily ...
I admit that I am very curious to know more about the child with the mysterious origins that they saved and the future of Mason Hale and his daughter ... Ah and also about the affair in Scotland !!
In short, I SO totally expect other books in the same universe =D
fictionalkate's review against another edition
4.0
Their first meeting as delightful. Portia was terrified for her sister Lily after her kidnapping but that didn’t mean she was going faint and wait to be rescued. She went to find help from a mysterious detective of sorts her aunt had dealt with in the past. Her inquisitive nature leads her further into his secretive world than either of them could have anticipated.
I enjoyed how their relationship unfolded. Portia is so bold and goes after what she wants without seeming to foresee the consequences. It contrasted nicely with Dell who knows just how dangerous his life can be and plans all outcomes. But he couldn’t have expected Portia or how she would make him feel. They have such chemistry and it burns up the pages. And I enjoyed this story more than the previous one. Possibly because there was more plot than just the relationship. As with the previous book there is a lot of overlap of events with Portia’s story and that of her two sisters. I was somewhat surprised by just how far into this book we were and still hadn’t elapsed the timeline of the first novel. There’s a redemption arc for one of the characters we have gotten to know over the course of the series. And aunt Angelique continues to shock and surprise.
It’s a fun book and I liked how things all wrapped up for the Chadwick sisters.
bettybumpkins's review against another edition
3.0
loverofromance's review against another edition
4.0
Lord of Lies is the most latest release in this stunning series of these family of sisters. I truly adored this book in many ways however it did have its issues as well. The story did start out a bit slow, and I wasn't sure where it was really going. I do think that you can read this as a stand a lone, but I do recommend reading this series in order, since all three books are connected and deal with one major situation and seeing the way that these sisters deal with it in their own individual way. In Lord of Lies, our heroine Portia, is out looking for her sister. Portia isn't shy or reserved. She goes after her own share of adventure. But when her sister gets taken, she goes out looking for her and help to find her. Her help comes in a man of danger of different looks every time she sees him, but she can recognize him anywhere.
I really liked the chemistry that we see happen between Portia and Dell, and its pretty sexy in many ways. I love the way these two see each other as they are at the core from the beginning. I love their interactions with each other. Dell is a loner, reclusive and likes to keep to himself and hides himself away and doesn't get close to anyone. Portia is the complete opposite, she is social and can make friends anywhere and goes after what she wants including Dell. As Portia and Dell work together to find the mystery behind her sisters kidnapping and a missing little girl, we see some wonderful character growth from Portia. She realizes working with Dell, the importance of doing good and helping others and I like seeing how she finds more meaning in her life than just balls and parties of the Ton. She wants to be more than who she is and to be part of something important. I like seeing her discover her strengths and what she really wants in life. The romance is wonderful, I enjoyed the way these two dance around each other, their chemistry is off the charts but I also found the dynamics very stimulating and loved seeing Portia's story come to life.
Here, now, in this moment, the only thing that mattered was her need for this man. And his need for her.
But another intriguing element that I really liked was our villain from the first two books, the one behind Lily's kidnapping, isn't who you think he is and isn't the true villain. I actually liked his character so much in this book, and we see how much he loves his missing daughter. I wouldn't mind if he had a story, he is one of those anti heroes you want to find their happy ending. Excited to see what this author has up for us next.
He needed her. And not just because she was fiercely intelligent and brave, and brought an element to his work he hadn't realized was missing, but also because she brought something in his life he hadn't known he wanted. Needed.
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beabates's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
jlee76's review against another edition
4.0
This is the perspective of Portia and Dell. Portia is the youngest of the Chadwick sisters. She is impetuous, passionate, quick tempered, and has no patience. She longs for excitement and adventure instead of the dull, slow life of an aristocrat’s wife. Dell was raised on the streets. He has become this vigilante for hire called Nightshade. Together they find passion and adventure.
This was a steamy read, there are acts and scenes discussed and several actual complete scenes. It was written well and the scenes added to the story. It was passionate and kept you interested.
The story is quite repetitive from the last two books up to about 30% of the book. There are actual conversations that were verbatim from the other two books. This is why it is a four star. The beginning was convoluted and redundant. If you had read the other two books you knew what was going on without reading it all over again,
That being said, the 60% of the remainder of the book was really good. I liked Portia’s attitude. Dell was a force to be reckoned with as well. There attraction to each other was instant. I enjoyed reading more about Mason Hale as well. His story is in a new series as well as his sister, hers is in a novella in Have Yourself A Merry Little Secret.
The plot when unencumbered with backstory moved really well. It was fast paced and was a page turner. It was a good storyline and completed the series well. I will definitely read Mason’s story next!!!!
Not my favorite of the three but still a good read.