alexperc_92's review against another edition
5.0
I received an e-ARC in exchange for an honest review. Review and release Day blitz can be found on *Milky Way of Books*
Mystery, intrigue, power, and money are at stakes in this amazing new book by Alessandra Torre! With Las Vegas in the background the story of Bell and Dario gripped from the start and I liked every part of it. There are some extra POVs thrown in for more suspense and while the book seemed small, there was one hell of a cliffhanger! I won't spoil but if you want something sexy, dangerous and full of stakes then this is for you!
Mystery, intrigue, power, and money are at stakes in this amazing new book by Alessandra Torre! With Las Vegas in the background the story of Bell and Dario gripped from the start and I liked every part of it. There are some extra POVs thrown in for more suspense and while the book seemed small, there was one hell of a cliffhanger! I won't spoil but if you want something sexy, dangerous and full of stakes then this is for you!
jenrich26's review against another edition
3.0
I really enjoyed Bell, I liked her tough exterior, I really liked her roommates and coworkers at the house and all their interactions were my favorite parts of the book. Her and Dario together I just didn't feel it, it felt too instant, It seemed like he was more into her then she was into him. I wish the mystery came into play earlier in the book, that kept me reading toward the end when I wasn't into the relationship.
chroniclesofabookreader's review against another edition
4.0
Even Money read like the city it was set in: sinful, thrilling and a little bit deviant. The pure magnetism between the main characters was palpable from the very beginning and only grew as the story went on. It felt nostalgic and beautifully poignant, two traits that made it easy to devour, and I was captivated from the get-go.
Most enchanting was the dynamic between Bell and Dario; how they had this hugely pivotal connection that became irresistible to ignore and yet they took their time exploring one another’s intricacies and heart. Bell wasn’t cowed by the wealthy man’s world, and that made her a character well worth exploring. Dario’s all-consuming and alluring nature was a huge part of him, but under that was a man that, without his empire, was just as hypnotic. Their coming together was explosively sexy and impossible to put down.
And I’ll tell you, it’s a good thing the second book in the duet is out later this month because that ending was brilliantly wild. Even Money is a thrill ride of a romance and I cannot wait for what comes next.
**Received an early copy; this had no bearing on my opinions**
Most enchanting was the dynamic between Bell and Dario; how they had this hugely pivotal connection that became irresistible to ignore and yet they took their time exploring one another’s intricacies and heart. Bell wasn’t cowed by the wealthy man’s world, and that made her a character well worth exploring. Dario’s all-consuming and alluring nature was a huge part of him, but under that was a man that, without his empire, was just as hypnotic. Their coming together was explosively sexy and impossible to put down.
And I’ll tell you, it’s a good thing the second book in the duet is out later this month because that ending was brilliantly wild. Even Money is a thrill ride of a romance and I cannot wait for what comes next.
**Received an early copy; this had no bearing on my opinions**
mags_louise's review against another edition
4.0
4.5⭐
This is the first book I've read by Alessandra Torre and honestly, I couldn't of picked a better book to start with. As Even Money not only grabbed me from the start, but it never let go.
As this story had intrigue, twists, suspense, great characters, sizzling chemistry and a cliffhanger that has left me wishing it was June the 18th already!! Not to mention, I really liked how it was written in both the first and third person.
And so I would happily recommend Even Money to others. Especially if you're a fan of the author, or have read and enjoyed stories such as the White Lies Duet by Lisa Renee Jones.
**I was kindly provided with a copy of Even Money by the Publisher via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review**
This is the first book I've read by Alessandra Torre and honestly, I couldn't of picked a better book to start with. As Even Money not only grabbed me from the start, but it never let go.
As this story had intrigue, twists, suspense, great characters, sizzling chemistry and a cliffhanger that has left me wishing it was June the 18th already!! Not to mention, I really liked how it was written in both the first and third person.
And so I would happily recommend Even Money to others. Especially if you're a fan of the author, or have read and enjoyed stories such as the White Lies Duet by Lisa Renee Jones.
**I was kindly provided with a copy of Even Money by the Publisher via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review**
sairro10's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
shiv_96's review against another edition
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
jpsearcy's review against another edition
3.0
Most of this book was eye-roll worthy. Totally ridiculous. But the ending was good. Good enough to make me at least read the start of the next book to see what happens in the cliff hanging ending.
persephoneautumn's review against another edition
5.0
Even Money was hot and sexy and suspenseful and had me drawn in front start to finish. I’m crazy thankful that Double Down will be out in less than a week and I can pick up where Bell and Dario’s story continues.
emmarj's review against another edition
1.0
Terrible. Instalove. Vanilla. Not even a complete book. I wish I had paid attention to the "duet" disclaimer. I was not mentally prepared for 600 pages of really, really lame smut.