whitneywillis20's review against another edition
3.0
2.5 stars
This is the fourth in the series. I have not read any other books in this series but I found it was somewhat easy to read as a standalone. It was just a mediocre book. Lack of connection to the characters made me really not caring what happened. But mostly, it wasn't any part of the hero or heroine actually doing anything that lead to the ending. Mostly half decisions and other people helping that moved the story to a conclusion. Seriously, Charlie and Mina are clueless people who couldn't stand on two feet without the abundance of help from outside parties.
** An ARC was provided through NetGalley for an honest review**
This is the fourth in the series. I have not read any other books in this series but I found it was somewhat easy to read as a standalone. It was just a mediocre book. Lack of connection to the characters made me really not caring what happened. But mostly, it wasn't any part of the hero or heroine actually doing anything that lead to the ending. Mostly half decisions and other people helping that moved the story to a conclusion. Seriously, Charlie and Mina are clueless people who couldn't stand on two feet without the abundance of help from outside parties.
** An ARC was provided through NetGalley for an honest review**
kaylapoe13's review against another edition
4.0
I'm always a sucker for a childhood sweetheart kind of romance and when it is set in the past? Even better so I enjoyed this one quite a bit. It was just what I needed at the moment.
ladywithaquill's review against another edition
4.0
A pleasant, quick read with lots of action! All the feels of Romeo and Juliet without the death, which is good, because I always thought Shakespeare really messed up the ending.
Mina Mason is the younger sister of Joaquin Mason, the leader of the Mason gang and the enemy of the rival Chapman gang. Charlie Thatcher is the adopted son of the leader of the Chapman gang, though his future there becomes rocky when his love for Mina is brought into the light. After a bloody brawl which leaves his loyalties in question and Mina's hand in marriage firmly in the grasp of a lecherous associate of her brother's, their future seems rocky at best. But love is worth fighting for, and they won't rest until they are together again.
Mina and Charlie are one of those couples where it's really easy to want to kiss them and slap them all at the same time. I loved their chemistry, Mina's stubbornness, and Charlie's protective instincts. However, I also felt both were extremely naive given their circumstances. Mina has grown up in a crime family, but at one point in the book, she is shocked to discover that everything she owns is paid for by money made illegally. Charlie is a bit more logical, but he also seems to underestimate the situation he finds himself in. While Mina has some excuse, I expected a bit better from a man who actually commits crimes for a living.
I loved the story and am eager to read more in this series! It was an exciting book, perfect if you have a day to yourself to immerse yourself in a story.
**I received a free copy via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.**
Mina Mason is the younger sister of Joaquin Mason, the leader of the Mason gang and the enemy of the rival Chapman gang. Charlie Thatcher is the adopted son of the leader of the Chapman gang, though his future there becomes rocky when his love for Mina is brought into the light. After a bloody brawl which leaves his loyalties in question and Mina's hand in marriage firmly in the grasp of a lecherous associate of her brother's, their future seems rocky at best. But love is worth fighting for, and they won't rest until they are together again.
Mina and Charlie are one of those couples where it's really easy to want to kiss them and slap them all at the same time. I loved their chemistry, Mina's stubbornness, and Charlie's protective instincts. However, I also felt both were extremely naive given their circumstances. Mina has grown up in a crime family, but at one point in the book, she is shocked to discover that everything she owns is paid for by money made illegally. Charlie is a bit more logical, but he also seems to underestimate the situation he finds himself in. While Mina has some excuse, I expected a bit better from a man who actually commits crimes for a living.
I loved the story and am eager to read more in this series! It was an exciting book, perfect if you have a day to yourself to immerse yourself in a story.
**I received a free copy via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.**
jandmterry's review
5.0
Ms. Monroe has written another great story.
Mina and Charlie have been friends since childhood. The fact that their families are rival gangs has never mattered to them. Mina likes going into Chapman territory to visit him and sit at the bar admiring him. Charlie enjoys seeing her and it allows him to keep an eye on her and to keep her safe.
One night this is all destroyed by the actions on another and it sets in motion a call for gang loyalty. These two must determine how much they mean to one another and to their family/gang.
This is a can't miss story and has a happy ending.
I received a gifted copy from the author in exchange for a honest review.
Mina and Charlie have been friends since childhood. The fact that their families are rival gangs has never mattered to them. Mina likes going into Chapman territory to visit him and sit at the bar admiring him. Charlie enjoys seeing her and it allows him to keep an eye on her and to keep her safe.
One night this is all destroyed by the actions on another and it sets in motion a call for gang loyalty. These two must determine how much they mean to one another and to their family/gang.
This is a can't miss story and has a happy ending.
I received a gifted copy from the author in exchange for a honest review.
missyterry73's review
5.0
Ms. Monroe has written another great story.
Mina and Charlie have been friends since childhood. The fact that their families are rival gangs has never mattered to them. Mina likes going into Chapman territory to visit him and sit at the bar admiring him. Charlie enjoys seeing her and it allows him to keep an eye on her and to keep her safe.
One night this is all destroyed by the actions on another and it sets in motion a call for gang loyalty. These two must determine how much they mean to one another and to their family/gang.
This is a can't miss story and has a happy ending.
I received a gifted copy from the author in exchange for a honest review.
Mina and Charlie have been friends since childhood. The fact that their families are rival gangs has never mattered to them. Mina likes going into Chapman territory to visit him and sit at the bar admiring him. Charlie enjoys seeing her and it allows him to keep an eye on her and to keep her safe.
One night this is all destroyed by the actions on another and it sets in motion a call for gang loyalty. These two must determine how much they mean to one another and to their family/gang.
This is a can't miss story and has a happy ending.
I received a gifted copy from the author in exchange for a honest review.
agirlreadsbooks's review
4.0
Erica brings us to the other side of town, where the real story happens. Gritty and dirty but just as much passion and love. Mina and Charlie grew up in rival gangs but also best friends. Two best friends who do not realize what they mean to each other until it is almost too late. As two rival gangs fight for what they think is theirs, Mina and Charlie must battle on their path to HEA.
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