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aroseschutte's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
tense
fast-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? Yes
4.0
pattyfgd's review against another edition
5.0
Romantic suspense is my favorite subgenre. Jill Ramsower knows how to write it. This second book in her Five Families series thrilling and romantic. Nico and Sofia have been together since they were in kindergarten. As they grew up, their relationship changed from friends to dating when all of a sudden one day, Nico disappears from Sofia’s life. But where has he gone? And will Sofia move on? And how does Michael fit in? While the book features their romance, it also takes us into the world of the Italian mafia. The first scene in the book is ear catching and only forces me to keep listening as we find the inner workings, the lies, the secrets and the danger that being part of the families brings to the life of their members. I could not stop listening to this story, and can guarantee that Jill Ramsower has become a one click author for me!
Narrated by the incredible team of Wen Ross and Ava Erickson, I was thrown into the world of Nico, Michael and Sofia. They both have an innate understanding of their characters and find the perfect voice for each. I was caught up in the narration and enjoyed it immensely. I would love to hear more from this team.
Narrated by the incredible team of Wen Ross and Ava Erickson, I was thrown into the world of Nico, Michael and Sofia. They both have an innate understanding of their characters and find the perfect voice for each. I was caught up in the narration and enjoyed it immensely. I would love to hear more from this team.
maggiegm's review
dark
emotional
tense
fast-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
3.5
cierra_mccauley_cierrascorner's review against another edition
5.0
Yessss!! Never Truth was Amazing! This is book two in Ramsower's The Five Families and it was all kinds of Wonderful! Sofia is Everything! What an amazing and complex character! She's not what anyone is expecting! Her beginning broke me, that poor baby girl! She is a fierce brilliant young woman now and she's ready for whatever comes her way. God, I loved her so much! Her family is full of secrets and she has plenty herself. I read this book wayyy too quickly! Niko was drool-worthy, his heart was in the right place but so much lost time! Gah! I loved this couple! So much angst and heat!!! This is a Mafia/second chance romance, Two of my favorite things! And that hate/love vibe was delicious! We get more back story and family history, it's all very intriguing. Niko easily had my heart, even though it did also beat for Michael, I hope this won't be the last we see of him. Romsower delivers a great read with heart, pain, and fierce love! I'm such a bookwh0r3 for a dirty alpha male and deep connection! I'm loving these characters and their family and I'm very excited for book 3! I received an ARC in exchange for an honest review.
swiss_miss_73's review
dark
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
heather_whit's review against another edition
4.0
Wow who would have thought the youngest sister could have as many secrets as Sofia does.... Luca and Sofia have known each other since they were children. They were bestfriends and eventually they turned into something more. Before they could build on their young love Luca crushes Sofia's heart. They have done really well at avoiding each other until danger reels its ugly head and Sofia needs guarded. That is where all the fun really begins. Follow along as these two people who are obviously still in love with one another get over their broken hearts.
fabwater's review against another edition
3.0
80% of this book would’ve been different if there was communication but ykw i respect that miss girl addressed that
maferg01's review against another edition
5.0
I am a sucker for second chance romances and this one ticked all my boxes. Tickled a few too! It’s a little dark and dangerous, with a deeper mafia vibe than Forever Lies. I wasn’t sure how I would feel about the youngest Genovese sister, but Sofia was so much more than she seemed. We get glimpses of her childhood, which gives us insight into the start of her relationship with Nico. Nico is connected to the Family, but they met as children as friends, then teen love, then Nico abruptly breaks things off. I loved Nico. He is honorable, unapologetic, and dangerous - a heady combination.
Nico broke her heart when they were teens and Sofia never forgot the absence he left behind. Years later, weeks before she celebrates her graduation from art school, he is thrust back into her life. Her mom arranges for him to join them for lunch, and unbeknownst to Sofia - he’s been assigned as her bodyguard. But this seemingly innocent sister knows a lot more about the dark world she is a part of than anyone else knows. She doesn’t know why Nico left, but she isn’t going to let him come back without a fight.
Sofia was stronger than any of them knew and was often underestimated. I loved her relationship with Michael and the dark side she kept hidden from everyone else. Her strength was what made her character so easy to love. It is darker than book 1 of this series, and I loved how Nico is a bit dirty. This story will get its hooks in you and keep you until the last page, and leave you wanting more. Luckily, Michael has a novella AND Book 3 is Maria and Matteo’s story, two characters I really want to know more about!
Nico broke her heart when they were teens and Sofia never forgot the absence he left behind. Years later, weeks before she celebrates her graduation from art school, he is thrust back into her life. Her mom arranges for him to join them for lunch, and unbeknownst to Sofia - he’s been assigned as her bodyguard. But this seemingly innocent sister knows a lot more about the dark world she is a part of than anyone else knows. She doesn’t know why Nico left, but she isn’t going to let him come back without a fight.
Sofia was stronger than any of them knew and was often underestimated. I loved her relationship with Michael and the dark side she kept hidden from everyone else. Her strength was what made her character so easy to love. It is darker than book 1 of this series, and I loved how Nico is a bit dirty. This story will get its hooks in you and keep you until the last page, and leave you wanting more. Luckily, Michael has a novella AND Book 3 is Maria and Matteo’s story, two characters I really want to know more about!
shedevilreads's review against another edition
5.0
Never Truth by Jill Ramsower is a mafia romance that I listened to on audio narrated by Ava Erickson and Wen Ross. This is the second book in The Five Families Series but each book can be read as a standalone.
This is the second book of Jill’s that I have read and it definitely won’t be my last. I cannot wait until the third book in the series Blood Always is released on audible.
Ava and Wen did an amazing job on the narration. They really know how to bring a story to life.
I would recommend this book to anyone who loves mafia romances or second chance romances.
This is the second book of Jill’s that I have read and it definitely won’t be my last. I cannot wait until the third book in the series Blood Always is released on audible.
Ava and Wen did an amazing job on the narration. They really know how to bring a story to life.
I would recommend this book to anyone who loves mafia romances or second chance romances.