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madigan_likestoread's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Loveable characters? Yes
5.0
This book is more an extended epilogue and a chance to check in with Miro & Ian than it is a chance to tell a meaningful story that pushes these guys' lives forward. With a couple of exceptions. (1) I think moving Miro into custodial WITSEC made a lot of sense and I enjoyed that journey for him as he (and Ian) got used to his new role and (2) freakin' Hartley, ugh. I’m really glad Miro got a kind of closure with him. But all the bits at the end with Janet, etc were not strictly necessary.
But will I read it again? Again? Probably.
But will I read it again? Again? Probably.
mhprince21's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
niemue's review against another edition
emotional
tense
medium-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
4.5
sanukipityreads's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
emotional
funny
fast-paced
5.0
teenykins's review against another edition
4.0
2nd re-listen. Rating stays the same since from all 4 books this is the one I liked best. Everything Miro and Ian came together in a great and strong conclusion that it is them.
No full five stars because of the whole scene about of where Ian was going to go and that Miro no questions asked would follow and it was just not ok. Also we were left with a couple questions, minor true, left unanswered like hat Harley left Miro, Janet's situation and Ian's step-brother.
Anyways in the end I was left smiling so there's that...
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4.5 stars.
I have to say that although I've read the story, the ending when listening to it caught me by surprise. I needed more lol.
Tristan James was brilliant as always, and the reason I'm rating down than up (especially since I rated up for the ebook) is more my issue than the story's 'cos because of work I didn't listen to the audiobook in one go so the story didn't have the same emotional punch than when I read it in one go.
No full five stars because of the whole scene about of where Ian was going to go and that Miro no questions asked would follow and it was just not ok. Also we were left with a couple questions, minor true, left unanswered like hat Harley left Miro, Janet's situation and Ian's step-brother.
Anyways in the end I was left smiling so there's that...
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4.5 stars.
I have to say that although I've read the story, the ending when listening to it caught me by surprise. I needed more lol.
Tristan James was brilliant as always, and the reason I'm rating down than up (especially since I rated up for the ebook) is more my issue than the story's 'cos because of work I didn't listen to the audiobook in one go so the story didn't have the same emotional punch than when I read it in one go.
bitchie's review against another edition
4.0
Frenetic. I think that's a good word to describe this one. SO much was going on, and the story was all over the place, in the present, and remembering back to past cases and events. Even the wedding is told as a "this is how it happened", instead of taking place in the present tense. There were so many cases going on, and with how Calmes carries characters from book to book to series to series, I was never sure who I was supposed to remember, and who was new to this one. And the whole deal with Miro's friend and her baby? I don't even know what the purpose of that was.
But I can't deny that I enjoyed it anyway, and once I started, I never put it down until I clicked the last page. I love love love Miro and Ian, and I think they've really grown into themselves through this series. I didn't dig that ending though, because it opened one more tie, and this is supposed to be the last book. WTH was the point of leaving a loose end if the story is over?
But I can't deny that I enjoyed it anyway, and once I started, I never put it down until I clicked the last page. I love love love Miro and Ian, and I think they've really grown into themselves through this series. I didn't dig that ending though, because it opened one more tie, and this is supposed to be the last book. WTH was the point of leaving a loose end if the story is over?
a_reader_obsessed's review against another edition
5.0
5 No Brainer Hearts for the Audio and Story!
Audio Review
When I heard that the audio was finally out for this I was all grabby hands! I’ve had the pleasure of listening to Tristan James for the 1st three stories, and I had no trouble listening to the last!
James brings Ian and Miro to life - perfectly portraying them through all their challenges, harrowing situations, and the intense wonderful love they have for each other while never shirking on the smexy! Unf.
Fans of this series will not be disappointed. It’s fabulous, and I’ll be revisiting this narration often just like I’ve done with the others!
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Original Review
Unless Mary Calmes killed off one of the MC’s, this was never going to be less than 5 stars for me.
Seriously, if you’ve come this far then Miro and Ian have worked their wiles into your heart, and how can one not see how this plays out? This series has always been front and center about their relationship - always. As these two go from coworkers to best friends to lovers to husbands, the focus has been on point regarding their progression, and let me tell you that from the beginning, it has been fucking hot, it has been fucking swoony, and it has repeatedly fucking melted me into a pile of ooey gooey goo.
Calmes for me can be a hit or miss (though thankfully, mostly a hit). Here she incorporates everything I love about romance. Claiming proprietary love, crazy gleeful shenanigans in and amongst the quieter moments, and it's those quiet moments that slayed me. These two love each other so much but it's not without a little doubt or insecurity despite the fact that they’ve tied the knot. What I absolutely adore is how they treasure each other, how they show their love. It's the little things just as much as the big, and it’s all in what they each say and what they each do. I cannot express how much I revel in such strong feels.
I’ve said this before. Tough alpha males just do it for me because despite all that strength, despite all that bravado and stoicism, love changes things. Miro and Ian are badass Marshals but when together, they can let their guard down, they can be themselves, and that vulnerability, that intense intimacy and the desperate painful need to have the other, kills me every damn time, and Calmes nails it with expert precision over and over again.
Many a review has talked about the changes that occur here, but that’s not necessarily a bad thing. Really, it was fabulous watching these two do what they're best at and come into their own individually. Also, this continued to evolve and meld such a large cast of characters, nicely expanding on what family and friendship is in all its fun funny dramatics, always with some ridiculousness but with a ton of heart too.
Even better, this sets up perfectly for the spinoff to come. I can’t fucking wait!
Sooooo, obviously that was a very long and rambling explanation as to why Miro and Ian are in my top 3 ever, and this is by far the ultimate in my Calmes experience. My liberal use of cuss words is trying valiantly to convey just how much I loved this, but don’t just take my word for it. Take a chance on these two yahoos if you haven’t already, or hurry and bask in their happily, well deserved, ever after!
Thanks to the author/publisher for both in exchange for a honest review
Audio Review
When I heard that the audio was finally out for this I was all grabby hands! I’ve had the pleasure of listening to Tristan James for the 1st three stories, and I had no trouble listening to the last!
James brings Ian and Miro to life - perfectly portraying them through all their challenges, harrowing situations, and the intense wonderful love they have for each other while never shirking on the smexy! Unf.
Fans of this series will not be disappointed. It’s fabulous, and I’ll be revisiting this narration often just like I’ve done with the others!
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Original Review
Unless Mary Calmes killed off one of the MC’s, this was never going to be less than 5 stars for me.
Seriously, if you’ve come this far then Miro and Ian have worked their wiles into your heart, and how can one not see how this plays out? This series has always been front and center about their relationship - always. As these two go from coworkers to best friends to lovers to husbands, the focus has been on point regarding their progression, and let me tell you that from the beginning, it has been fucking hot, it has been fucking swoony, and it has repeatedly fucking melted me into a pile of ooey gooey goo.
Calmes for me can be a hit or miss (though thankfully, mostly a hit). Here she incorporates everything I love about romance. Claiming proprietary love, crazy gleeful shenanigans in and amongst the quieter moments, and it's those quiet moments that slayed me. These two love each other so much but it's not without a little doubt or insecurity despite the fact that they’ve tied the knot. What I absolutely adore is how they treasure each other, how they show their love. It's the little things just as much as the big, and it’s all in what they each say and what they each do. I cannot express how much I revel in such strong feels.
I’ve said this before. Tough alpha males just do it for me because despite all that strength, despite all that bravado and stoicism, love changes things. Miro and Ian are badass Marshals but when together, they can let their guard down, they can be themselves, and that vulnerability, that intense intimacy and the desperate painful need to have the other, kills me every damn time, and Calmes nails it with expert precision over and over again.
Many a review has talked about the changes that occur here, but that’s not necessarily a bad thing. Really, it was fabulous watching these two do what they're best at and come into their own individually. Also, this continued to evolve and meld such a large cast of characters, nicely expanding on what family and friendship is in all its fun funny dramatics, always with some ridiculousness but with a ton of heart too.
Even better, this sets up perfectly for the spinoff to come. I can’t fucking wait!
Sooooo, obviously that was a very long and rambling explanation as to why Miro and Ian are in my top 3 ever, and this is by far the ultimate in my Calmes experience. My liberal use of cuss words is trying valiantly to convey just how much I loved this, but don’t just take my word for it. Take a chance on these two yahoos if you haven’t already, or hurry and bask in their happily, well deserved, ever after!
Thanks to the author/publisher for both in exchange for a honest review
evethingiread's review against another edition
4.0
I've grown to love this series. This part is the best so far.