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A review by lyloveslit
Forbidden: a slow burn romance by Asia Monique
emotional
hopeful
tense
medium-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
3.75
“Forbidden” by Asia Monique, the first in the Mullaney-Chamberlain series, brilliantly reimagines the timeless allure of forbidden love through the lens of a modern-day feud between two powerful media families. At the heart of this passionate narrative is Nyla Mullaney, a successful magazine owner and one of the three Mullaney sisters, who epitomizes both grace and authority. Born into a family that is not just wealthy and influential but also steeped in the media industry’s royalty, Nyla and her family live by one cardinal rule: never trust a Chamberlain.
The Mullaney family’s long-standing rivalry with the Chamberlains is legendary, spanning two generations and entrenched in the competitive media landscape. Yet, when Nyla relocates from the West Coast to Philadelphia, her life takes an unexpected turn. She encounters Asan, a vibrant, charismatic photographer whose presence ignites a passion in Nyla that she never anticipated. The twist? He is the youngest son of the Chamberlain family, the very embodiment of the rule her family lives by.
Asia Monique crafts a narrative that is not just a love story but an exploration of the complexities that come with familial loyalties and the courage it takes to defy them. This novel pays homage to the quintessential tale of Romeo and Juliet, yet it cleverly avoids the tragedy that befalls the star-crossed lovers, instead offering readers a sweet, passionate romance that captivates from start to finish.
Reading “Forbidden” is akin to indulging in a fine wine—each sip, or in this case, page, is to be savored. The backdrop of the media industry adds a layer of intrigue and sophistication to their love story, highlighting the clash between duty and desire, loyalty and love.
The Mullaney family’s long-standing rivalry with the Chamberlains is legendary, spanning two generations and entrenched in the competitive media landscape. Yet, when Nyla relocates from the West Coast to Philadelphia, her life takes an unexpected turn. She encounters Asan, a vibrant, charismatic photographer whose presence ignites a passion in Nyla that she never anticipated. The twist? He is the youngest son of the Chamberlain family, the very embodiment of the rule her family lives by.
Asia Monique crafts a narrative that is not just a love story but an exploration of the complexities that come with familial loyalties and the courage it takes to defy them. This novel pays homage to the quintessential tale of Romeo and Juliet, yet it cleverly avoids the tragedy that befalls the star-crossed lovers, instead offering readers a sweet, passionate romance that captivates from start to finish.
Reading “Forbidden” is akin to indulging in a fine wine—each sip, or in this case, page, is to be savored. The backdrop of the media industry adds a layer of intrigue and sophistication to their love story, highlighting the clash between duty and desire, loyalty and love.