Tuesday, March 10, 2020

Sweet Temptation by Cora Reilly


Cora Reilly is back with another book and I AM EXCITED! This is her second release of 2020 and it is just as good as the previous one!




"I’d never been a man for the sweet things in life, I suddenly craved it."

Cora's books have a special place in my sweet little heart. She was the first mafia-based author I have ever read and she has opened the door for so many mafia romances for this girl. With that being said, this book was a delight as it was tragic. This story had a slightly different feeling to Cora's other Mafia books because she put the focus on the main protagonists and their development and growth as individuals and as a couple. There's a mind-blowing huge twist she came up with that left me speechless and with my jaw on the floor.

“The cruelest Underboss of the Famiglia had lost his wife and was now left to raise his two little kids alone.”
Cassio Moretti is a Made Man who is refreshingly different. Yes, he rules over Philadelphia with an iron fist and is well known for his brutality and coldness. But that's only his professional face he needs to keep up as an Underboss in order to be respected by his men. At home, he is the loving and doting father and caring and loyal husband. He is without a doubt the most compelling hero Cora has ever written in my eyes. His arranged marriage to Giulia was supposed to be a union between Philadelphia and Baltimore and give his children a new mother. But this broken man got so much more out of it than he has bargained for. His new wife's brand of honesty, her patience and understanding have breathed life into him again.
”Maybe because of her age because she was still youthfully optimistic, naively reckless, and daringly unconventional.”
What better quote to describe the sunflower that is Giulia Rizzo. Giulia is the proverbial heroine of this story. She showed strength, backbone, and willpower. I was deeply impressed by her. Giulia took on a difficult and challenging task for an 18-year old by marrying Cassio knowing that she now had to take care of two small children, warm her much older husband's bed and be the mistress of the house. She didn't have any experience but she was determined to make her marriage work and gain the kids' love and trust. Giulia was very clever and outspoken. She didn't bow down to everything her husband demanded. She chose her battles wisely. In the Mafia world which is dominated by men, she had to learn the subtle art of getting her will with a smile and kindness.
Maybe she wasn't the mother my children needed, but fuck, she was what I craved.  
Rating: ★★★ ★ ☆
Overall, this story Sweet Temptation is hands down a masterpiece and one of the best books Cora Reilly has ever written and I don't say this lightly, trust me, since Twisted Pride has been my top favorite until now. Cassio, Giulia, and the kids have stolen a piece of my heart and left a permanent mark on my soul. It definitely has Cora's signature writing style but at the same time, it feels different too. If you're a huge sucker for the single parent, arranged marriage and age-gap tropes like me then this Mafia romance will be right up your alley. Sweet Temptation is pure perfection from the first till the last page. I strongly encourage you to pick up this fantastic story and let the intriguing characters put you under their spell. Cora, my queen, I once again bow deeply to you and your unsurpassed talent. Although this book may be read as stand-alone, I fully recommend you read her previous books to understand the small easter eggs she wrote in this book.


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In Fury Lies Mischief by Amo Jones


Midnight Mayhem has returned ... 
 In Fury Lies Mischief is the second book in Amo’s standalone series Midnight Mayhem. And where In Peace Lies Havoc brought you your first taste of this decadent traveling stunt show. In Fury Lies Mischief brings you the illusions and sins.

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She was everything that I wanted.

He was everything that I despised.

Until she wasn’t.
Until he wasn’t.
Killian Cornellii was a walking calamity. He reached inside of me and touched every single inch of my ruined soul, but he didn’t just touch it. He caressed, petted, and captivated it. He tailored me to fit into the palm of his hands. The same hands that possess so much cruelty, were the very same that comforted me.
I thought I knew him.
He thought he knew me.
This isn’t a fairy tale or some achingly beautiful story about two soul mates who instantly fall irrevocably in love with each other.
This is a story about a love so painful, so rich, that it destroys everything and everyone around it.
Including ourselves.
Midnight Mayhem is the platform to which Killian performs his tricks on, but the greatest trick wouldn’t come from him.
It would come from me.
Tricksters don’t have hearts.
They just pretend that they do.
Tick. Tock. Tick. Tock.


"Do villains have hearts, baby?"
Following Killian Cornelii and Saskia Royal, Amo takes you back into the world of the greatest traveling stunts and performance show your dark bleeding heart has ever imagined. This time around we jump into the mischievous mind of Mayhem’s very own mind manipulator. Where your thoughts and his become woven as one and every scent, sight, and lingering touch you are never sure what’s real and what’s his own doing. 
The beauty of Saskia was placed on this earth specifically from God to taunt me for all my wrongdoings. Only Saskia isn't from heaven. No, Saskia isn't sent from God. That kind of beauty is crafted from evil. 
 No one writes strong, resilient heroines quite like Amo Jones does. Despite the real vulnerabilities and flaws her heroines share that make them human just like the rest of us, she also shows just how strong one can be. That despite living through difficult times in one's life, one can always find strength and resiliency in themselves and those around them that support them. Sass is the epitome of strength and resiliency. I was utter awe of her. And damn is she doesn’t give Killian a run for his money! Saskia turned out to be the biggest mystery and I loved to peel off all of her layers. She’s a mix of vulnerability and power. She’s both delicate and tough, innocent and deadly. She keeps her walls up and her heart guarded but also cares deeply for the ones close to her.
"When I was ten years old, I told the world to go fuck themselves."
I mean what better way to introduce Killian than with this line. It's literally the first line of his chapter and I couldn't help but laugh when I read it. Kill is literally the definition of hot and cold. One day he's sweet and wants to be with Sass but than the next moment he wants enough distance between them and would spit out cruel words just for her to keep away from him. Killian is a guy who instantly makes you obsessed with him. Like some kind of drug, he lures you with his undeniable charm, flirting and promise of a good time just to switch his personality to an intense, dangerous and cruel bastard. But he’s so addictive that you’ll let him fool you every time. You’ll allow him to caress and daze you just so he can bite you and steal a part of your soul.
“What, so the two villains in each other’s story won’t get a happily ever after?” I joke, winking down at her.  

 She smiles softly. “I guess the story is still being written.”
Rating: ★★★ ★ ☆
Overall, this story was hands-down magnificent. The sexy and fiery banter, the passion, the deep love and loyalty within the brothers and sisters of Kiznitch, the fantastic playlist I read along with, the sensual and mystical vibe of Midnight Mayhem itself and the dark and hidden secrets of this world we are only just learning about took my breath away. This book ticked so many boxes, from the enemies to lovers, to the nail-biting stunts, to the hot filthy sex, the twists and turns, the dark and grit went hand in hand, these two were perfect for each other. Unique, Unputdownable, Utterly addictive!! Amo Jones set up the stage perfectly

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