chloeinbooksland's review against another edition
adventurous
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.5
3,25-3,5/5
I enjoyed well enough the first book of this series and was overall disappointed with the second book. So, I started this third installment with no-to-low expectations and ended up being pleasantly surprised. I really like this book; the characters, the romance!
N.B: I'm stopping the series here since at this point in my reading life, I don't do MM+ romances (and by reading several reviews, I feel like the 4th book isn't really a good fit as a poly romance introduction)
I enjoyed well enough the first book of this series and was overall disappointed with the second book. So, I started this third installment with no-to-low expectations and ended up being pleasantly surprised. I really like this book; the characters, the romance!
N.B: I'm stopping the series here since at this point in my reading life, I don't do MM+ romances (and by reading several reviews, I feel like the 4th book isn't really a good fit as a poly romance introduction)
jageorge's review
funny
hopeful
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
literary_maiden's review
I didn’t think it was possible but the third installation of The Reckless Damned series by Lark Taylor is so far the best. Not only is this uncommon - let’s be honest people, the third book in a series is not usually the best - but I didn’t think anyone could take Harlow’s place in my heart. I am so happy to be proved wrong with the amazing River!
I was one of the lucky people who received an ARC of this fantastic mm novel.
Deal with the Devil is centered around River getting the help of Mori to find his brother, however he cannot let him know he is anything more than a human. Which becomes difficult when all he wants is to jump his bones and ride him till sunday. Unlike Devil May Care which had so much angst and heartbreak in it (How Dare that happen to sweet Bailey) Deal with the Devil has just enough to keep it interesting while also not breaking our hearts. Mori has wanted a mate for as long as we have known him, his wanting to protect his human lover as the original catalyst for Mori, Harlow and Cal leaving Hell forever to begin with. However, he has already lost someone he loves before, so while the idea of a mate is lovely the actual fact of a mate causes Mori to question himself and what is the right decision. This is a HEA so we KNOW they end up happy, mated and in love but the way in which Lark gets them there was, in my opinion, the perfect mix of angst and action. I am really excited to see how Dagon is rounded up and brought to his HEA in the next book.
I was one of the lucky people who received an ARC of this fantastic mm novel.
Deal with the Devil is centered around River getting the help of Mori to find his brother, however he cannot let him know he is anything more than a human. Which becomes difficult when all he wants is to jump his bones and ride him till sunday. Unlike Devil May Care which had so much angst and heartbreak in it (How Dare that happen to sweet Bailey) Deal with the Devil has just enough to keep it interesting while also not breaking our hearts. Mori has wanted a mate for as long as we have known him, his wanting to protect his human lover as the original catalyst for Mori, Harlow and Cal leaving Hell forever to begin with. However, he has already lost someone he loves before, so while the idea of a mate is lovely the actual fact of a mate causes Mori to question himself and what is the right decision. This is a HEA so we KNOW they end up happy, mated and in love but the way in which Lark gets them there was, in my opinion, the perfect mix of angst and action. I am really excited to see how Dagon is rounded up and brought to his HEA in the next book.
manda24176's review
5.0
Deal With the Devil
Mori and River
Another great story in this series. I've enjoyed getting to know Mori throughout Cal and Harlow's books. The brothers crack me up when they get going with one another. Their mates are great at dealing with them. I love that River was Mori's fated mate. The world building has been awesome.
Mori and River
Another great story in this series. I've enjoyed getting to know Mori throughout Cal and Harlow's books. The brothers crack me up when they get going with one another. Their mates are great at dealing with them. I love that River was Mori's fated mate. The world building has been awesome.
seriously_booked's review
5.0
I’ve been waiting for Mori’s story for quite some time. And while Cal & Oscar and Harlow & Bailey will always hold a special spot in my heart, dare I say, this book may have taken over as my favorite.
kaydee_reads's review
emotional
funny
lighthearted
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5
Mori and River! As I’ve been going through this series, I’ve been waiting for this one, and they don’t disappoint. I loved their dynamic - not so much grumpy/sunshine as grumpy/chaos gremlin pretending to be sunshine, but River was a delight through and through. The plot is relatively thin - it’s clear this was a bridging book for the larger series, but that’s okay - we’re here for the relationship, and that delivers.
brittaddictedtobooks's review
4.0
I’ve really enjoyed this series so far. I love the vibe. As I’ve said before these are more rom com than dark paranormal so they have a very easy contemporary romance feel under the layer of paranormal.
vicki_williams's review
5.0
Mori is the grumpy Demon son of Lucifer and really wants to find his fated mate. Even though he knows first hand the pain of losing a loved one he still holds out for his mate. River, who’s pretending to be human, is bratty and full of sass when not trying to conceal who and what he is.
Circumstances have these two working together trying to locate Rivers missing brother and the sparks begin to fly. There’s undeniable chemistry between them and River certainly keeps Mori on his toes and when the spark ignites the heat level gets set to high. They are both feisty and passionate and enjoy a dash of rope play.
Naturally a relationship originally based on deceit doesn’t go smoothly. Not only are these two wonderful men battling each other but also other supernaturals who have a world changing agenda.
After an epic face off with the villains of the piece, River and Mori get some time to enjoy their hard earned HEA.
This is a very engaging and enjoyable read with some action to go with the romance as well as cheesy dad jokes, some feels and the always interfering brothers and their mates. This shouldn’t be read as a standalone as the overall story arc continues. We also get a glimpse of what’s coming Dagon’s way in the next instalment.
Circumstances have these two working together trying to locate Rivers missing brother and the sparks begin to fly. There’s undeniable chemistry between them and River certainly keeps Mori on his toes and when the spark ignites the heat level gets set to high. They are both feisty and passionate and enjoy a dash of rope play.
Naturally a relationship originally based on deceit doesn’t go smoothly. Not only are these two wonderful men battling each other but also other supernaturals who have a world changing agenda.
After an epic face off with the villains of the piece, River and Mori get some time to enjoy their hard earned HEA.
This is a very engaging and enjoyable read with some action to go with the romance as well as cheesy dad jokes, some feels and the always interfering brothers and their mates. This shouldn’t be read as a standalone as the overall story arc continues. We also get a glimpse of what’s coming Dagon’s way in the next instalment.
dolunay29_'s review
adventurous
emotional
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
schwinny's review
adventurous
emotional
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5