shellysbookcorner's review against another edition
2.0
I've been a big fan of this series but sadly this book didn't work for me. I had a hard time connecting to either character, didn't feel their connection and the ending was lackluster and seemed rushed. I was expecting more drama in this book given the circumstances but it didn't happen. Plus certain parts of the story didn't seem believable at all. I found myself shaking my head a few times like really?? It was nice to catch up with some of the other couples from the previous books.
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mrose21's review against another edition
4.0
I didn't enjoy this book as much as the previous books in the series. It fell a little short for me and I'm not sure why.
Its quite cute, quite sweet and a little bit more interesting with the mafia involved but it just didn't make me hang onto the edge of my seat waiting for it to resolve or waiting for either of them to fall for each other.
I felt chemistry at the beginning but not in the end and I was bored during the last chapter.
Its quite cute, quite sweet and a little bit more interesting with the mafia involved but it just didn't make me hang onto the edge of my seat waiting for it to resolve or waiting for either of them to fall for each other.
I felt chemistry at the beginning but not in the end and I was bored during the last chapter.
mags_louise's review against another edition
4.0
This was an enjoyable and sweet story that drew me in from the start. It was certainly easy to read and it kept me engaged throughout and having not read any of the previous stories in the series. I never once felt like I was missing out. I also liked both main characters as well as the Bourbon Street Boys team and I would definitely go back and read the previous stories. As for this story I thought it was good, a little light on the romance and sex for me personally and I was expecting more suspense if I'm honest but I did enjoy what there was and I would happily recommend this story to others.
***I was kindly provided with an ARC by the Publisher via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review***
***I was kindly provided with an ARC by the Publisher via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review***
kristy_k's review against another edition
2.0
2.5 Stars
I have mixed feelings about this book. I enjoyed the overall premise, an unlucky girl who gets caught up with the Russian mafia accidentally becomes involved with a man who could just help save her life. Right away there is a twist that added a good subplot.
However, I had some issues with this book. For one, I felt we were dropped right into the middle of the story when it opens up. I actually thought I had accidentally skipped a few pages when I started because of how it begins. Secondly, I wish that we could have had Thibault's POV. Instead we get a whole lot of Mika eavesdropping and that's how we "hear" his side of things or what is going on with him and his friends. This seems implausible because if he is such a good securities guy you'd think he'd be more aware of his surroundings and how his voice carries in certain areas. Also, how many times can one possibly eavesdrop?
I also felt there was a lot of unfinished business as far as the mafia plot line was concerned. It all just sort of tampers out. There are still questions and seeing as each book in this series is a standalone, this means we won't be getting the answers to what seems to be pretty important matters as far as Mika is concerned.
Lastly, and this is more of a personal preference, but I did not like the insta-love. I don't believe that in five days you can fall in love with someone, especially not when so much of that time is taken up by running and hiding. (Also, I found myself rolling my eyes whenever Mika and Thibault got mad at each other for not fully trusting the other. You've only known each other for days. It's ridiculous to believe you've earned that right yet.)
With all of that being said, I did enjoy it. I haven't read any of the other books in this series, but I did like the side characters and can see myself going back to read their stories.
As a last caveat, I wish there were more descriptors of the characters. I had a hard time seeing them in my mind as I had no idea what they looked like. Very little is said about their appearance.
I have mixed feelings about this book. I enjoyed the overall premise, an unlucky girl who gets caught up with the Russian mafia accidentally becomes involved with a man who could just help save her life. Right away there is a twist
Spoiler
she's pregnant, but does not realize it and gives birth to the baby with the help of the MC maleHowever, I had some issues with this book. For one, I felt we were dropped right into the middle of the story when it opens up. I actually thought I had accidentally skipped a few pages when I started because of how it begins. Secondly, I wish that we could have had Thibault's POV. Instead we get a whole lot of Mika eavesdropping and that's how we "hear" his side of things or what is going on with him and his friends. This seems implausible because if he is such a good securities guy you'd think he'd be more aware of his surroundings and how his voice carries in certain areas. Also, how many times can one possibly eavesdrop?
I also felt there was a lot of unfinished business as far as the mafia plot line was concerned. It all just sort of tampers out. There are still questions and seeing as each book in this series is a standalone, this means we won't be getting the answers to what seems to be pretty important matters as far as Mika is concerned.
Lastly, and this is more of a personal preference, but I did not like the insta-love. I don't believe that in five days you can fall in love with someone, especially not when so much of that time is taken up by running and hiding. (Also, I found myself rolling my eyes whenever Mika and Thibault got mad at each other for not fully trusting the other. You've only known each other for days. It's ridiculous to believe you've earned that right yet.)
With all of that being said, I did enjoy it. I haven't read any of the other books in this series, but I did like the side characters and can see myself going back to read their stories.
As a last caveat, I wish there were more descriptors of the characters. I had a hard time seeing them in my mind as I had no idea what they looked like. Very little is said about their appearance.
sincerelywhitney's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.0
lauribooks's review against another edition
3.0
Me ha gustado bastante más que el anterior. Me gusta que se centre un poco más en la acción y no tanto en la historia de amor, aunque me sigue sabiendo a poco. Quisiera conocer un poco más cómo funciona la empresa, la vimos en el primer libro y desde entonces apenas nos han dejado husmear. Es una pena.
La serie ha estado bien, no va a convertirse en una de mis favoritas, pero me ha entretenido y me lo he pasado bien leyéndola. Intentaré buscar algo más de la autora a ver si tengo un poco de suerte y encuentro algo que me guste más.
La serie ha estado bien, no va a convertirse en una de mis favoritas, pero me ha entretenido y me lo he pasado bien leyéndola. Intentaré buscar algo más de la autora a ver si tengo un poco de suerte y encuentro algo que me guste más.
hollymckie's review against another edition
4.0
I got this from Netgalley as an ARC and didn't really know much about it at all going in to it, but I read the whole lot on a recent plane ride to America and was pleasantly surprised! There is certainly a good twist to the plot at the very beginning which I didn't really see coming (although maybe I should've since the signs were all there). Never read any in this series before but they all seem to work as standalones as well, since at no point was I confused in this.
xakyr's review against another edition
3.0
FTC DISCLAIMER: I RECEIVED AN E-ARC FROM THE PUBLISHER THROUGH NET GALLEY. I VOLUNTARILY OFFER MY HONEST REVIEW OF THE BOOK, THOUGH IT IS NOT EXPECTED OF ME! RECEIPT OF THIS BOOK IN THIS MANNER DOES NOT AFFECT MY OPINION OF THE BOOK OR THE CONTENT OF MY REVIEW!
I was actually rather surprised by this book! I've not been impressed with more recent installments of this series, but this one was actually rather entertaining! It started out with a bang, and while it was supposed to be fraught with tension, I actually found myself focusing on the relationship being built.
Mika and Thibault had an interesting dynamic being created. I liked how he was willing to sacrifice most of what made up his life for Mika. I also liked how strong Mika was as a heroine, especially with everything that was thrown at her.
The "suspense" plot was practically non-existent, and what was there fell very flat for me, especially the ending. I really felt that there was no resolution to the plot thread. This book also hinted at new members of the team, but nothing ever came of that either, so the reader is left wondering if this is the end of the series.
If this book is the end of the series, it's not that great of an ending! We don't find out until late in the book that 2-3 years have passed from the events of the previous installment, and that information is put in so haphazardly that it's easily overlooked. I'm also not entirely sure where things could go from here.
It was an entertaining read, but left me with more questions than actual answers.
I was actually rather surprised by this book! I've not been impressed with more recent installments of this series, but this one was actually rather entertaining! It started out with a bang, and while it was supposed to be fraught with tension, I actually found myself focusing on the relationship being built.
Mika and Thibault had an interesting dynamic being created. I liked how he was willing to sacrifice most of what made up his life for Mika. I also liked how strong Mika was as a heroine, especially with everything that was thrown at her.
The "suspense" plot was practically non-existent, and what was there fell very flat for me, especially the ending. I really felt that there was no resolution to the plot thread. This book also hinted at new members of the team, but nothing ever came of that either, so the reader is left wondering if this is the end of the series.
If this book is the end of the series, it's not that great of an ending! We don't find out until late in the book that 2-3 years have passed from the events of the previous installment, and that information is put in so haphazardly that it's easily overlooked. I'm also not entirely sure where things could go from here.
It was an entertaining read, but left me with more questions than actual answers.
adsanvictores's review
4.0
This book might be far fetched from the type of storyline I would go for but all the action got me hooked! The last one of the Bourbon Street Boys series and I’m in awe at how the author was able to still insert bits and pieces about the other characters but still focusing on the two that matters most! I don’t regret binge reading all 4 books!