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75_sweetestbook's review against another edition
5.0
Dark
This z triggers dark read that will have you on TBE edge of your seat. This was so incredibly intense and dark its was amazingly beautiful written.
This z triggers dark read that will have you on TBE edge of your seat. This was so incredibly intense and dark its was amazingly beautiful written.
brittanica_bold's review against another edition
4.0
This was my first book by this author, and it definitely won’t be my last.
The passion and possessiveness captured in this FBI-criminal/enemies to lovers, was beyond fantastic. Nothing has had me questioning my stance on face tattoos more...
The passion and possessiveness captured in this FBI-criminal/enemies to lovers, was beyond fantastic. Nothing has had me questioning my stance on face tattoos more...
camillemay_17's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
fast-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
5.0
hannahwantstoread's review against another edition
5.0
Acceptance and healing
I really enjoyed the story of Alexei and Aurora. Their tale helps fill in a few more jigsaw pieces in the crazy world that Eva has created, even as it reveals more twists and turns. I love how it creates a side line for the Ashford brothers to follow. It’s a quick, satisfying read that will give you all the feels for a couple that have been through too much before they even meet.
I really enjoyed the story of Alexei and Aurora. Their tale helps fill in a few more jigsaw pieces in the crazy world that Eva has created, even as it reveals more twists and turns. I love how it creates a side line for the Ashford brothers to follow. It’s a quick, satisfying read that will give you all the feels for a couple that have been through too much before they even meet.
katarinareads7_'s review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
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? Yes
4.25
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content, Gun violence, and Physical abuse
lilylib88'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? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
Alexei 🥺, I'm reading eva winners's mafiaverse in random order, with the other books with Alexei crumbs im kind of annoyed by his character, but after i learned about his past and story so far he's my favorite he got my heart♥️ he and Aurora are a perfect match i love both of them♥️
shryanayak's review against another edition
5.0
We're already familiar with the male lead of the fourth book in Belles & Mobsters yet this one in particular plays with complex family dynamics of both MCs so from what I have gathered ~
Nikola Nikolaev with his wife, Marietta Taylor fathers three children - Vasili, Sasha & Tatiana.
Nikola has an affair with another woman, which results in a pregnancy. Alexei Nikolaev is thus, a half-brother to Vasili, Sasha & Tatiana.
Then Alexei’s mother is violated by some old mafia perv which also results in a pregnancy. She gives birth to Isabella, making Alexei her half-brother.
A young Alexei was ruthlessly thrown at the enemy by Marietta Taylor once she discovered that her husband had been unfaithful. He had been forced to commit heinous crimes that still haunt him to this day. Fortunately, his brothers found him and he met the family he never realised he had had. But his past is now back to haunt him as Igor has become unstoppable, wrecking havoc all throughout the States.
Agent Aurora Ashford has been tirelessly working away at FBI in hopes of finding a person, whose absence still haunts her entire family. It has almost been two decades since that fateful day when she was separated from the person who completed her family, since he was heartlessly taken away from her by some mob boss her father had made an enemy out of.
Now the Nikolaev brothers want to join hands with the FBI to take down the worst human being anyone has ever come across and Aurora is most definitely not backing out. She wants justice and Alexei is the only person who can help her.
The mystery clouding the pasts of MCs which spanned almost the entire read had to be my favourite element among all. It keeps you guessing till the very end and you're not satisfied until you've reached the last page. Everything was beautifully tied-up w/o any sort of loose ends. But if you're still guessing about what happened to Anya, Sailor or Gabriel, I bet it'll all be clear in Rafael’s book. The Ashford brothers stole the limelight off the mobsters and now I cannot wait to read about the Billionaire Kings. Especially, Kingston! Already waiting for the next book here!!
Nikola Nikolaev with his wife, Marietta Taylor fathers three children - Vasili, Sasha & Tatiana.
Nikola has an affair with another woman, which results in a pregnancy. Alexei Nikolaev is thus, a half-brother to Vasili, Sasha & Tatiana.
Then Alexei’s mother is violated by some old mafia perv which also results in a pregnancy. She gives birth to Isabella, making Alexei her half-brother.
A young Alexei was ruthlessly thrown at the enemy by Marietta Taylor once she discovered that her husband had been unfaithful. He had been forced to commit heinous crimes that still haunt him to this day. Fortunately, his brothers found him and he met the family he never realised he had had. But his past is now back to haunt him as Igor has become unstoppable, wrecking havoc all throughout the States.
Agent Aurora Ashford has been tirelessly working away at FBI in hopes of finding a person, whose absence still haunts her entire family. It has almost been two decades since that fateful day when she was separated from the person who completed her family, since he was heartlessly taken away from her by some mob boss her father had made an enemy out of.
Now the Nikolaev brothers want to join hands with the FBI to take down the worst human being anyone has ever come across and Aurora is most definitely not backing out. She wants justice and Alexei is the only person who can help her.
The mystery clouding the pasts of MCs which spanned almost the entire read had to be my favourite element among all. It keeps you guessing till the very end and you're not satisfied until you've reached the last page. Everything was beautifully tied-up w/o any sort of loose ends. But if you're still guessing about what happened to Anya, Sailor or Gabriel, I bet it'll all be clear in Rafael’s book. The Ashford brothers stole the limelight off the mobsters and now I cannot wait to read about the Billionaire Kings. Especially, Kingston! Already waiting for the next book here!!
pattyfgd's review against another edition
5.0
Alexei
Belles & Mobsters 4
By: Eva Winners
Narrated by: Maeve York, Tor Thom
What a great book! I have enjoyed each book in this series, but there is something about this particular story that touched my heart. Alexei has had the worst childhood imaginable, and now he is teaming up with FBI agent, Aurora to get those that hurt him. She too is on a mission, and working with Alexei may not be her first choice, she knows it's a means to an end. Until they begin working together. This dark, dangerous man and determined woman have a sizzling chemistry that not only has them in action on the job! But secrets are kept, and memories coming back. Where will it lead these two? I loved this. Broken characters, each trying to redeem themselves, Eva Winners had my heart breaking. She has a few twists and turns that keep the suspense running high and exciting and the love growing. I loved this darker story, it's just what I love to listen to.
Maeve York and Tor Thom are fantastic together as they bring this romantic suspense to life. York tunes into Aurora, being the strong FBI agent and the desperate sister. I loved her ability to bring all the emotions to Aurora, as her many personality facets are engaged. Thom breaks out his Russian accent and takes apart the many layers that is Alexei. This broken character has a lot going on, and each peel reveals a different inflection. Loved these two together and enjoyed this listen.
Belles & Mobsters 4
By: Eva Winners
Narrated by: Maeve York, Tor Thom
What a great book! I have enjoyed each book in this series, but there is something about this particular story that touched my heart. Alexei has had the worst childhood imaginable, and now he is teaming up with FBI agent, Aurora to get those that hurt him. She too is on a mission, and working with Alexei may not be her first choice, she knows it's a means to an end. Until they begin working together. This dark, dangerous man and determined woman have a sizzling chemistry that not only has them in action on the job! But secrets are kept, and memories coming back. Where will it lead these two? I loved this. Broken characters, each trying to redeem themselves, Eva Winners had my heart breaking. She has a few twists and turns that keep the suspense running high and exciting and the love growing. I loved this darker story, it's just what I love to listen to.
Maeve York and Tor Thom are fantastic together as they bring this romantic suspense to life. York tunes into Aurora, being the strong FBI agent and the desperate sister. I loved her ability to bring all the emotions to Aurora, as her many personality facets are engaged. Thom breaks out his Russian accent and takes apart the many layers that is Alexei. This broken character has a lot going on, and each peel reveals a different inflection. Loved these two together and enjoyed this listen.
michelle_nzp's review
challenging
dark
emotional
sad
tense
medium-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? Yes
5.0