purple_reads's review against another edition
3.0
As I was reading this a few things didn’t make sense to me. How did Giulia learn to look after a toddler and a baby overnight? How did Cassio know Gaia cheated on him for eight years before he had been told? There were a lot of holes in this plot and they made the book a bit frustrating to read.
There were times when I felt as if the book was rushed and it kept dragging - it definitely felt more than 289 pages. However, I did like the storyline and although it was frustrating at times it was a good book.
I do feel like a lot of the problems within the book were resolved too quickly. I wanted more of a character development story, not an instant connection.
I feel like the only reason I’m not giving it less than 3.5 stars is because I’m a sucker for a happy ending.
Stars ~ 3.5
There were times when I felt as if the book was rushed and it kept dragging - it definitely felt more than 289 pages. However, I did like the storyline and although it was frustrating at times it was a good book.
I do feel like a lot of the problems within the book were resolved too quickly. I wanted more of a character development story, not an instant connection.
I feel like the only reason I’m not giving it less than 3.5 stars is because I’m a sucker for a happy ending.
Stars ~ 3.5
angeunfiltered's review against another edition
4.0
A mafia age gap? Sign me up. While IRL this entire storyline would make me gag, in fiction? I’m panting. Sign me up for all the alpha a-holes.
caitlin_gabrielle's review against another edition
3.0
3.5
This was a rather chill and sedated mafia book from my limited experience. So it was more up my alley than they normally are.
I enjoyed Gulia's character and was proud of her for standing her ground against Cassio. although she was young she was actually quite mature for her age. It was awesome to see Cassio and Guilia's relationship bloom and a real connection starting to be formed. Guilia was so sweet with the kids, and honestly, this girl blew me away.
However, the age difference weirded me out a bit. I had to pretend I didn't know that part lol. It was also a little cringey how "possessive" Cassio was in. the beginning even when they weren't truly close with one another yet. Likeeee how awkssss..... you don't have a right to feel possessive if you don't have feelings yet!
Not to mention the book dragged a smidge in the middle, and Cassio referring to her as a teenager in the first quarter really messed with my head. It just made me feel weird about the age gap I was trying to erase from my mind.
I was a bit disappointed the book ends with a NINE-YEAR JUMP. Why did the author do nine years later? In addition, I feel like there wasn't a true conflict or big event in the book. Since this was a mafia book I was waiting for some huge conflict to arise and lots of angst, anger etc etc.
There was none of that. There was a small blip towards the end that was resolved without a fight.
Obviously, a good portion of the relationship was filled with sex, so if that is your cup of tea give this book a read!
This was a rather chill and sedated mafia book from my limited experience. So it was more up my alley than they normally are.
I enjoyed Gulia's character and was proud of her for standing her ground against Cassio. although she was young she was actually quite mature for her age. It was awesome to see Cassio and Guilia's relationship bloom and a real connection starting to be formed. Guilia was so sweet with the kids, and honestly, this girl blew me away.
However, the age difference weirded me out a bit. I had to pretend I didn't know that part lol. It was also a little cringey how "possessive" Cassio was in. the beginning even when they weren't truly close with one another yet. Likeeee how awkssss..... you don't have a right to feel possessive if you don't have feelings yet!
Not to mention the book dragged a smidge in the middle, and Cassio referring to her as a teenager in the first quarter really messed with my head. It just made me feel weird about the age gap I was trying to erase from my mind.
I was a bit disappointed the book ends with a NINE-YEAR JUMP. Why did the author do nine years later? In addition, I feel like there wasn't a true conflict or big event in the book. Since this was a mafia book I was waiting for some huge conflict to arise and lots of angst, anger etc etc.
There was none of that. There was a small blip towards the end that was resolved without a fight.
Obviously, a good portion of the relationship was filled with sex, so if that is your cup of tea give this book a read!
atwade's review against another edition
5.0
Just as good as the first time I read it. One of my favorites from Cora Reilly!
lucindanorine's review against another edition
dark
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
I struggled to begin with this book. I usually love an age gap and mafia but this age gap was harder for me. The Male Main Characther talked about how he was uncomfortable having an arranged6
0 marriage with a girl that turned 18 one day before their wedding but he was suddenly okay with it at the right times? I overall enjoyed the storyline but that one fact was hard for me.
0 marriage with a girl that turned 18 one day before their wedding but he was suddenly okay with it at the right times? I overall enjoyed the storyline but that one fact was hard for me.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Murder, Incest, and Suicide
age gapsophie_69's review against another edition
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
2.75
Idk