***5 ‘Inevitable’ Stars***
After meeting Sergei in Tempted and Taken I crossed my toes that we’d see more of him again and, as you can probably guess, I was all kinds of excited to hear that the toe crossing had paid off and couldn’t wait to get my hands on his book and it was everything I wanted and more. So. Much. More. It was all kinds of swoony, smexy and funny, add in a nice little mystery/suspense and a quite a few new characters I really want more of (as well as a getting a tinsy bit of time with old favs) and I got a book I didn’t want to end and when it did, it left me NEEDING more.
Sergei. Talk about being Alpha AF goodness! He is a Bratva boss in every way that counts, but the man also has a strong sense of honor and has a heart that is a lot more golden than most would ever believe. Evette has all kinds of moxie going on. She’s sweet, sassy and fierce and has the innate goodness that draws you in and makes you want to spend time with her and hope that some of it rubs off on you.
The journey to their HEA was a lot of fun from start to finish. I loved how, despite outward appearances, perfectly matched they were. Sergei gave Evette, and Emerson, the security they needed to flourish, while Evie gave Sergei a safe place to just be Sergei the man and not the Bratva boss. Their bantering was on point, the smexy was HAWT and I loved how they accepted every aspect of what made them who they were without exception.
I’m a #fangirl of the authors, have been since picking up the first book in her Eden series and I truly love all the words she puts out into the world. This book was simply a great read. There is a bit of a mystery/suspense thing woven into the story, and while I guessed at one part of it, I was definitely not prepared for ALL of it when it was revealed. The Bratva lifestyle plays heavily in the story, it is not a dark romance in any way, though there may be some things that may be considered triggers but nothing gratuitous.
As for the supporting cast of characters. I loved Dorothy, Olga and Emerson and how they really brought out the family dynamic in the story. And then there are Roman and Kir. It will be obvious to those who know my preferences why I favor Roman over Kir, but the margin is a slight one and I cannot wait to get my hands on their books!
This is a spinoff of her Men of Haven series, and though I do highly recommend reading the series if you haven’t already, you do not HAVE to before diving in this baby. As for me,I love how she kept that tie to it alive in little ways throughout the story, and hope that will continue as this series progresses.
~ Copy provided by the author & voluntarily reviewed ~
Though his methods may be rough, when it comes to protecting what’s his, Russian vor Sergei Petrovyh’s heart is always in the right place. That’s never been more true than when the gorgeous Evette Labadie asks him for a job. He knows enough to keep his hands off someone as beloved by the locals as Evie, but there’s something about her that calls to him—no matter how badly he burns to make her his.
Don’t think Evie hasn’t noticed the powerful Russian mafia boss who makes her favorite diner a regular stop. How can she not? He’s as hot as his reputation is dangerous. But everyone in her struggling New Orleans neighborhood knows he’s the man to turn to. And right now she needs money to get her son out of trouble.
Her other needs—needs she knows damn well Sergei can more than satisfy—will have to wait.
Evie soon finds herself playing Cinderella to a man who, despite what people believe, is definitely more prince than villain. She can’t help falling deeper in love with each passing day. But when a turf war between Sergei and a rival brings violence to her doorstep, Evie must come to grips with loving a man who will do anything to defend her…or walk away from her best chance at a happily-ever-after of her very own.
Release Date: October 14th, 2019
The Men of Haven Series
Rough & Tumble (Book #1)
Wild & Sweet (Book #2)
Claim & Protect (Book #3)
Tempted & Taken (Book #4)
Stand & Deliver (Book #5)
Down & Dirty (Book #6)
A native Oklahoman with two beautiful girls, Rhenna Morgan is a certified romance junkie and has a resume that reflects her passion for new experiences. Since graduating with a Bachelors in Radio, Television, and Film at Oklahoma State, she’s racked up positions ranging from on-air radio talent, skip tracer, and promotions director, to real estate agent, project manager, and business analyst.
Like most women, she’s got obligations stacked tight from dawn to dusk. To combat the crush of reality, she’s turned to romance as her primary source of escape ever since she cracked the spine on her first Christine Feehan book years ago. Whether it’s contemporary, paranormal, or fantasy you’re after, Rhenna’s stories pack new, exciting worlds, and strong, intuitive men who fight to keep the women they want.
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