nietzschesghost's review
4.0
The Unrepentant is E.A. Aymar's first standalone thriller and is both a timely and timeless tale of courage, revenge and fighting for your life when all hope seems lost. It follows a truly gutsy protagonist, Charlotte Reyes and her reluctant rescuer, Mace Peterson, as they attempt to flee from a criminal gang. It's a dark, disturbing and unsettling read and is full of gripping action from start to finish. I particularly enjoyed Aymar's signature dry wit which accompanies the narrative and gives a much needed lighter tone at certain points throughout.
This is a wonderfully woven, multilayered tale that you will remember long after the final page is turned. Mr Aymar gives us all of the aspects a great thriller should have and will no doubt keep even the most discerning reader entertained. If you are a fan of gritty and intense hard-boiled crime then pick this one up.
Many thanks to Down & Out Books for an ARC.
This is a wonderfully woven, multilayered tale that you will remember long after the final page is turned. Mr Aymar gives us all of the aspects a great thriller should have and will no doubt keep even the most discerning reader entertained. If you are a fan of gritty and intense hard-boiled crime then pick this one up.
Many thanks to Down & Out Books for an ARC.
susiedoom's review
5.0
After running away from an abusive home, Charlotte was kidnapped and sex trafficked by a dangerous group of men, including a dirty cop. She manages to escape with the help of a stranger named Mace. But as the men try to find and kill her, and knowing that the police can't be trusted to help, Charlotte realizes her only chance at survival is stopping her captors herself.
This story is dark and dangerous and tense. The characters and plot are both very strong. Obviously the subject matter here is very heavy (tw for rape, kidnapping, child sex abuse, physical abuse, violence), but I really appreciate that Aymar was upfront about the research he did on sex trafficking. He obviously takes this issue seriously; it's not just used as a thrilling plot device. Charlotte's character is multifaceted and well thought out, and her journey kept me on the edge of my seat.
This story is dark and dangerous and tense. The characters and plot are both very strong. Obviously the subject matter here is very heavy (tw for rape, kidnapping, child sex abuse, physical abuse, violence), but I really appreciate that Aymar was upfront about the research he did on sex trafficking. He obviously takes this issue seriously; it's not just used as a thrilling plot device. Charlotte's character is multifaceted and well thought out, and her journey kept me on the edge of my seat.
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