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idratherbereading542's review against another edition
3.0
3.5 stars
- FMC: Chiara
- MMC's: Salvatore Fiore, Vinicius Angeli, Cassius Ferragamo, Lorenzo Scava
- POVs Included: Multiple POVs (Chiara, Salvatore, Vinicius, Cassius, Lorenzo)
- Book Playlist (Italian Mafia Book Playlist)
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SUMMARY: (SPOILER WARNING)
Chiara and her guys are ready to reek vengeance on the Black Orchid Killer and her father. And the two are more connected than they ever realized.
As they work out a plan, they all grow closer to each other and decide to try for a baby. They are trying to build their lives together while also putting the past to rest once and for all.
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REVIEW:
An okay ending.
I liked it and it wasn't entirely predictable. I thought I had the killer figured out, but was surprised by who it ended up actually being.
I did like the relationship between them all. It was fairly balanced (for the most part). And as far as the sex goes I thought the steam was hot and I liked that there are lots of various pairings throughout the book -- not always the same guys together.
But when it comes to their relationships, I was disappointed that the author chose to keep the m/m solely to the bonus chapter. I was hoping it would be integrated into the core story. And I also thought all the guys would be in on it and not just Lorenzo and Vinicius. It was sweet between them. But I also felt like the author was trying to play it safe and make everyone happy by putting their story only in the bonus chapter. I would've much rather have it be incorporated into the main story.
For the most part I did enjoy the story. But there were a handful of things I didn't like about it.
Firstly, I was really upset by how the guys at Strife disrespected Lorenzo (in particular Thane and Acid). I am glad that Chiara put them in their place, but it didn't sit right with me that they are so disloyal and ungrateful to him.
The other thing I didn't understand was the disregard for her father (the Mayor's) statement about Chiara being kidnapped by the guys and the bounties he put on their heads. They are constantly going out and about and not worried about anyone seeing them. I suppose they were making a statement themselves by doing that. But it seemed unlikely that no one would try to turn them in for the bounty.
I also would've like the bonus chapter (slash extended epilogue) to be more about the entire group instead of mostly just Lorenzo and Vinicius. I like them together, but an epilogue needs all of them.
Still, overall I did enjoy the conclusion and the story as a whole. More m/m would've been nice. But I still loved the bond all of them share and I love how the story wrapped up nicely.
- FMC: Chiara
- MMC's: Salvatore Fiore, Vinicius Angeli, Cassius Ferragamo, Lorenzo Scava
- POVs Included: Multiple POVs (Chiara, Salvatore, Vinicius, Cassius, Lorenzo)
- Book Playlist (Italian Mafia Book Playlist)
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SUMMARY: (SPOILER WARNING)
Chiara and her guys are ready to reek vengeance on the Black Orchid Killer and her father. And the two are more connected than they ever realized.
As they work out a plan, they all grow closer to each other and decide to try for a baby. They are trying to build their lives together while also putting the past to rest once and for all.
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REVIEW:
An okay ending.
I liked it and it wasn't entirely predictable. I thought I had the killer figured out, but was surprised by who it ended up actually being.
I did like the relationship between them all. It was fairly balanced (for the most part). And as far as the sex goes I thought the steam was hot and I liked that there are lots of various pairings throughout the book -- not always the same guys together.
But when it comes to their relationships, I was disappointed that the author chose to keep the m/m solely to the bonus chapter. I was hoping it would be integrated into the core story. And I also thought all the guys would be in on it and not just Lorenzo and Vinicius. It was sweet between them. But I also felt like the author was trying to play it safe and make everyone happy by putting their story only in the bonus chapter. I would've much rather have it be incorporated into the main story.
For the most part I did enjoy the story. But there were a handful of things I didn't like about it.
Firstly, I was really upset by how the guys at Strife disrespected Lorenzo (in particular Thane and Acid). I am glad that Chiara put them in their place, but it didn't sit right with me that they are so disloyal and ungrateful to him.
The other thing I didn't understand was the disregard for her father (the Mayor's) statement about Chiara being kidnapped by the guys and the bounties he put on their heads. They are constantly going out and about and not worried about anyone seeing them. I suppose they were making a statement themselves by doing that. But it seemed unlikely that no one would try to turn them in for the bounty.
I also would've like the bonus chapter (slash extended epilogue) to be more about the entire group instead of mostly just Lorenzo and Vinicius. I like them together, but an epilogue needs all of them.
Still, overall I did enjoy the conclusion and the story as a whole. More m/m would've been nice. But I still loved the bond all of them share and I love how the story wrapped up nicely.
smartcookiesca's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
2.0
Graphic: Alcoholism, Emotional abuse, Gore, Torture, Violence, Blood, Kidnapping, Death of parent, Murder, and Pregnancy
Moderate: Car accident and Fire/Fire injury
Minor: Addiction, Drug abuse, and Suicidal thoughts
booksbybec's review against another edition
4.0
Book 3 brought all the answers and all the spice
Book 3 of the trilogy, and I did not guess correctly. Lilith Vincent did a great job of mixing things up enough to keep me guessing.
Book 3 was by far the spiciest of the three books, and I really enjoyed all of the scenes between Chiara and her men.
There were some welcomed changes along the way, and I really enjoyed the bonus chapter.
I read on Kindle and read along on Audible with good audio.
Book 3 of the trilogy, and I did not guess correctly. Lilith Vincent did a great job of mixing things up enough to keep me guessing.
Book 3 was by far the spiciest of the three books, and I really enjoyed all of the scenes between Chiara and her men.
There were some welcomed changes along the way, and I really enjoyed the bonus chapter.
I read on Kindle and read along on Audible with good audio.
cosyreadingandcoffees's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
4.25
reb_reads0715's review against another edition
5.0
Perfect End
Third Comes Vengeance is the 3rd and final book in the Promised in Blood series.
I binged this series in 3 days and I’m so glad I picked it up.
I loved everything about this series and if you love dark, mafia RH with smoking hot alpha men then this series is for you!!
Third Comes Vengeance is the 3rd and final book in the Promised in Blood series.
I binged this series in 3 days and I’m so glad I picked it up.
I loved everything about this series and if you love dark, mafia RH with smoking hot alpha men then this series is for you!!
lindta_14's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
erinmhenderson's review against another edition
4.0
Terrible. I loved it.
4 stars for pure ridiculous entertainment.
4 stars for pure ridiculous entertainment.
freakofafangirl's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
funny
hopeful
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75