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A review by bookish_sheila
Rush and Ruin: Part One by Catherine Wiltcher
5.0
Edier Grayson is the King of Shadows, but he wasn’t always. Ella Santiago grew up with him, her protector and light in the dark cartel world they shared. On her eighteenth birthday, he kissed her like she was his forever—but by morning, he was gone. Now, years later, he’s cold, ruthless, and so far out of reach… except fate has a twisted way of pulling them back together.
What I loved:
- The chemistry between Edier and Ella—explosive and undeniable.
- Ella’s resilience and strength, even when lupus and life knock her down.
- Edier’s obsessive, protective love. The guy literally watched over her every night from his surveillance room. Swoon.
- The mix of mafia drama with occult elements—witchcraft and curses added a unique twist.
- Cameos from the Santiago world! Dante fans, rejoice.
Favorite moments:
- Edier’s tattooed tally marks for every day he’s been apart from Ella.
- The scene where he finally confesses his undying love—goosebumps.
- That heartbreaking cliffhanger at the orphanage.
Favorite quote:
“Tell me forever back, and I’ll kill for it. I’ll kill for you.”
Why it’s 5 stars:
This story is dark, romantic, and completely captivating. Edier and Ella are pure yin and yang—sunshine and shadow, constantly orbiting each other but torn apart by secrets and danger. The pacing is tight, the emotions raw, and the writing beautifully vivid. It’s everything I want in a mafia romance and more.
Final thoughts:
I’m heartbroken to say this story may remain unfinished. Catherine Wiltcher, an incredible talent in the mafia romance genre, tragically passed away before completing Part 2 of this duet. Her contributions to romance were unmatched, crafting unforgettable characters and love stories that linger long after the last page.
Rush & Ruin is a testament to her brilliance, and though we may never know how Ella and Edier’s story ends, the magic she created will live on in her readers' hearts. Rest in peace, Catherine. You will be deeply missed.
What I loved:
- The chemistry between Edier and Ella—explosive and undeniable.
- Ella’s resilience and strength, even when lupus and life knock her down.
- Edier’s obsessive, protective love. The guy literally watched over her every night from his surveillance room. Swoon.
- The mix of mafia drama with occult elements—witchcraft and curses added a unique twist.
- Cameos from the Santiago world! Dante fans, rejoice.
Favorite moments:
- Edier’s tattooed tally marks for every day he’s been apart from Ella.
- The scene where he finally confesses his undying love—goosebumps.
- That heartbreaking cliffhanger at the orphanage.
Favorite quote:
“Tell me forever back, and I’ll kill for it. I’ll kill for you.”
Why it’s 5 stars:
This story is dark, romantic, and completely captivating. Edier and Ella are pure yin and yang—sunshine and shadow, constantly orbiting each other but torn apart by secrets and danger. The pacing is tight, the emotions raw, and the writing beautifully vivid. It’s everything I want in a mafia romance and more.
Final thoughts:
I’m heartbroken to say this story may remain unfinished. Catherine Wiltcher, an incredible talent in the mafia romance genre, tragically passed away before completing Part 2 of this duet. Her contributions to romance were unmatched, crafting unforgettable characters and love stories that linger long after the last page.
Rush & Ruin is a testament to her brilliance, and though we may never know how Ella and Edier’s story ends, the magic she created will live on in her readers' hearts. Rest in peace, Catherine. You will be deeply missed.