emskiewings's review
dark
emotional
hopeful
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.75
groovygirl858's review
3.0
This dark romance isn't for everyone, but if you like dark romance, this story will grab your interest and keep you reading, anxious to find out what will happen next. The characters are interesting and the story moves along at a fast pace. This is a short story, so character depth is lacking somewhat. I deducted two stars because I felt like the hero should have done things differently after meeting the heroine but the story was still enjoyable.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
inkedandbooked's review
3.0
This was a short story. A girl was sold to repay her father's debt. The alpha male is drawn to her. Nothing more except for somewhat insta-attraction and spicy scenes. There were moments when the author wrote to show the character's emotions and to add a little depth. I wouldn't say the story was bad, it was good, just not mind-blowing. It was more of an "I'm in the mood for something short and spicy" kind of read for me. It did its job. I've been in kind of a reading slump and this was the start to trying to get myself out of it. Maybe if I wasn't in a reading slump, I could have enjoyed this a bit more.
serialromancelibrarian's review
4.0
*** Book Q & A***
* How did the book make you feel?: It was hard not to feel
heartbroken over the h’s predicament.
* How do you feel about how the story was told?:It was a quick read novella. It could have been longer.
* What did you think about the main characters?: They were both likable. The h is sold by her father to pay a debt and is a sex slave, which is unimaginably horrible. You feel her hopelessness. I was disappointed in the H for abandoning her, but at least he realizes the error of his ways.
* Which parts of the book stood out to you?: There is a good amount of chemistry between the main characters.
* What themes/tropes did you detect in the story?: Instalove, sex slave, mafia romance
* What did you think about the ending?: I was happy she got out of there and got a HEA.
* What is your impression of the author?: I think this author does a great job with dark themes.
Triggers: rape, human trafficking, violence
* How did the book make you feel?: It was hard not to feel
heartbroken over the h’s predicament.
* How do you feel about how the story was told?:It was a quick read novella. It could have been longer.
* What did you think about the main characters?: They were both likable. The h is sold by her father to pay a debt and is a sex slave, which is unimaginably horrible. You feel her hopelessness. I was disappointed in the H for abandoning her, but at least he realizes the error of his ways.
* Which parts of the book stood out to you?: There is a good amount of chemistry between the main characters.
* What themes/tropes did you detect in the story?: Instalove, sex slave, mafia romance
* What did you think about the ending?: I was happy she got out of there and got a HEA.
* What is your impression of the author?: I think this author does a great job with dark themes.
Triggers: rape, human trafficking, violence
dianne4stars_'s review
2.0
It was ok, nothing exceptional. Very short, so a fast read. There're many problems with it and the story had potential, but what bothers me the most are the grammar mistakes. Some things were repetitive (like him mentioning how big of a boss he is all the time) and sometimes it felt like reading a bad wattpad book.
2⭐
2⭐
debbie_r's review
4.0
I received a free ARC copy in exchange for my honest review. This is my own opinion and was not influenced by anyone.
The Boss's Girl is a dark mafia story by Faith Summers. The life Megan Carson is being forced to lead is rough. She is such a strong woman who is on the verge of breaking. Dante Marchesi is the Boss of the family. He has kept his heart hard and dark in order to protect himself.
The relationship that develops between Megan and Dante is unconventional due to their roles but the way it is written, it is believable that these two damaged souls can start to heal each other. Dante sweeps in to save Megan and he ends up finding himself through loving her.
The theme within this book is dark and may disturb some so read the book description carefully. It is a quick read but it does end upbeat on a happily ever after.
The Boss's Girl is a dark mafia story by Faith Summers. The life Megan Carson is being forced to lead is rough. She is such a strong woman who is on the verge of breaking. Dante Marchesi is the Boss of the family. He has kept his heart hard and dark in order to protect himself.
The relationship that develops between Megan and Dante is unconventional due to their roles but the way it is written, it is believable that these two damaged souls can start to heal each other. Dante sweeps in to save Megan and he ends up finding himself through loving her.
The theme within this book is dark and may disturb some so read the book description carefully. It is a quick read but it does end upbeat on a happily ever after.
rachael_45's review
3.0
The plot was interesting but to reach it's full potential it needed to be longer. It would have also helped for more background on the characters which could have added some sort of connection that I was missing.
Overall 2.5 stars, short read
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Overall 2.5 stars, short read
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
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