****3.5 Stars****
I'll be honest with you, this book has some good things, but it also has some problems. I'm not exactly a crime lord, but even I can tell that the book does not depict the criminal life realistically. Terrible things happen in this book, but no cops are ever seen. People commit mass murder with no consequences whatsoever.
However, that said, some of the characters are interesting, especially Xavier, the male lead. I kind of wish we got more of his story. He gave up everything for the one he loved, and I wanted to feel that sacrifice more. I'd love to learn more about his time with Roman, the bad guy in the book.
Chevelley is the female lead, and she is interesting, but again, not very realistic. She is supposed to be the leader of this group of rough and tumble men, but she's only 26 years old. Her father was the leader, and made her a boss before his sudden disappearance. I found it a bit unbelievable that these men would follow her. She seemed very impulsive and emotional at times. Yes, she's tough, and not afraid to use force when necessary, but I still don't think these men would just fall in line behind her.
The romantic relationship between Chevelley and Xavier was nearly nonexistent at first, except for a few flashbacks. For most of the book they are on opposite sides of the "War". But when it does finally kick into gear, it's very hot and sexy.
There are some exciting nail biting moments, and I really enjoyed them, even if they were unrealistic. I guess the point here is to not expect a criminal documentary. This is a fantasy depiction of the criminal life. If you can keep that straight going in, then you'll probably be fine.
The book is fully self-contained, no cliffhanger ending to worry about. I say give it a try if you just want a little fantasy crime with your romance.
Blurb:
My father was the leader of a protection racket; a criminal group that uses violence to ensure our clients won’t be harmed or robbed, and that their businesses will remain protected. What we do isn’t legal, but it’s the way we’ve lived for many years now.
Memphis Reed—my father—was formidable. He was a man people both respected and feared. He taught me everything he knew, and when he died I was left in charge.
Before his death, a battle was brewing on the streets. Lies were told, deceptions were made, and people were killed. People we thought we knew changed, relationships and friendships were torn apart, and loyalties were questioned. After his death, a full on war is raging, and Roman Rios—a man we now know we can’t trust—wants to move in on our business.
With me now being the leader of nine men, it’s up to me to protect them from Roman and his own crew of ruthless criminals. I’ll do whatever’s necessary to keep my business my own and protect everything my father worked for. Even if I have to go up against Xavier Delgado. Roman’s number two. A man with no heart and a black soul. A man Roman trained to be as vicious and cold-blooded as he is. A man who once upon a time I thought I was in love with.
Yes, I’m a she. My name is Chevelley Reed, and all’s fair in love and war.
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