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Ballerina #2
Maze
Maze
There are times in life when you have to make decisions that others will neither understand nor forgive. When that happens, then you make damn sure they never find out. But no matter what, you will do anything to protect those you love. Even if it means you forfeit your soul.
Ivy
He’s keeping something from me. And I’m not sure I want to know because it will forever change us.
There are times in life when you have to make decisions that others will neither understand nor forgive. When that happens, then you make damn sure they never find out. But no matter what, you will do anything to protect those you love. Even if it means you forfeit your soul.
Ivy
He’s keeping something from me. And I’m not sure I want to know because it will forever change us.
262 pages, ebook
First published December 26, 2013
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Ursula Sinclair
24 books123 followersUrsula Sinclair is the alter ego of LaVerne Thompson a USA Today Bestselling Author and an award winning multi-published author.
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March 25, 2016
This is the conclusion of one of my favorite New Adult stories began in The Ballerina & the Fighter
. We find ourselves at the same place, right after Maze's epic blade fight. Ivy is overwhelmed by the brutality of her lover's world, but trying to stay as supportive as possible. She knows there is dangerous subtext to everything being presented, but Maze promises to shield her from the blow back. Is that even possible?
Pros:
1. My book friends already know how I fangirl over dance themes.
2. It's great to find a New Adult series NOT revolving around some type of sexual abuse trauma.
3. This couple's relationship is fleshed out, and you believe their love is the forever kind.
4. The drama and angst level wasn't overdone like many New Adult reads.
5. It was interesting to peek inside an Asian underworld, instead of my usual Mafia, and biker stories.
Cons:
1. The whole books talks about Maze helping Ivy train to make sure she can dance again after her potentially career ending injury. Unfortunately you get barely a page of that in action.
2. The one thing I initially loved about this series is the beautiful multicultural cast of characters. Yet by the end, I was trying to figure if Maze would have worked better as an Asian hero.
3. I know the title of the book is Maze, but did that mean Ivy's character had to shrink to nothingness? She went from being this dancer phenome in first book, to this girl who just waited for boyfriend constantly to have a purpose. What happened to her career aspirations?
Final Thoughts:
I was completely going along with the storyline until about the 70% mark, and a couple of head scratchers occurred. Even with them, I had to award the last star for creating a New Adult love story without broken, too damaged people. It wasn't a case of this not being a good book, or not. It is a very enjoyable read, especially for those into Interracial Romance. My debate was really did I just "like", or "really like" it.
. We find ourselves at the same place, right after Maze's epic blade fight. Ivy is overwhelmed by the brutality of her lover's world, but trying to stay as supportive as possible. She knows there is dangerous subtext to everything being presented, but Maze promises to shield her from the blow back. Is that even possible? Pros:
1. My book friends already know how I fangirl over dance themes.
2. It's great to find a New Adult series NOT revolving around some type of sexual abuse trauma.
3. This couple's relationship is fleshed out, and you believe their love is the forever kind.
4. The drama and angst level wasn't overdone like many New Adult reads.
5. It was interesting to peek inside an Asian underworld, instead of my usual Mafia, and biker stories.
Cons:
1. The whole books talks about Maze helping Ivy train to make sure she can dance again after her potentially career ending injury. Unfortunately you get barely a page of that in action.
2. The one thing I initially loved about this series is the beautiful multicultural cast of characters. Yet by the end, I was trying to figure if Maze would have worked better as an Asian hero.
3. I know the title of the book is Maze, but did that mean Ivy's character had to shrink to nothingness? She went from being this dancer phenome in first book, to this girl who just waited for boyfriend constantly to have a purpose. What happened to her career aspirations?
Final Thoughts:
I was completely going along with the storyline until about the 70% mark, and a couple of head scratchers occurred. Even with them, I had to award the last star for creating a New Adult love story without broken, too damaged people. It wasn't a case of this not being a good book, or not. It is a very enjoyable read, especially for those into Interracial Romance. My debate was really did I just "like", or "really like" it.
September 15, 2021
I was excited to return to Maze and Ivy’s story and overall I enjoyed it. The entire story was a little surface-deep and a lot of details were glossed over, but the author kept the story moving. Maze kept a lot from Ivy, but he tried to be honest with her when he could. I felt for him quite a few times because I agreed that letting her in wouldn’t be a good idea and wasn’t sure how he should proceed. I thought Ivy weak a time or two, but she stood up for herself when she needed to do so. I was happy with how it was all wrapped up and the full circle back to when he and Ivy first met!
February 21, 2014
Maze- The Ballerina Series Book 2 would make a GREAT Lifetime movie (if they ever bothered to make interracial romances). There's passion, danger, deadly secrets, the sexy swoon-worthy hero, the too-beautiful for words heroine, and of course the Happily Ever After.
This wasn't a bad book overall. A couple of spelling hiccups but the action scenes were great and the revelation about a close member of Maze's family was heartbreaking. Yes, Maze gets major props for willing to do anything-including kill-to protect Ivy. Sure, what woman doesn't swoon over that? Sadly, I really just wasn't feeling the characters much, though to be honest Maze was the deeper and more emotionally compelling character (then again, the book is called Maze so of course he'd be the focal point).
Still, I hate when heroines get shafted. This tends to happen in romance far too often for my liking. Ivy was weak. Seriously, criminally WEAK. I'm sorry but you don't get to the top of your profession by incessant crying or fawning all over the hero. I waited for Ivy to go through the emotions of a potentially life-changing injury, but instead it was all about Maze. I wanted stubbornness, rage, maybe a little self-pity (okay there was a little of that), then I wanted to hear "Eye of the Tiger" in the background as Ivy worked her caramel-colored butt off back to the top with Maze beside as an equal. I wanted to see a woman who could function independently without Maze as well as with him.
And Maze, keeping secrets from the woman you love in the guise of "protecting her" NEVER works. Again, refer to Lifetime movies. If Ivy loves you enough to accept your dragon tattoo and the fact that you fight with swords, I think she'd be strong enough to accept that you straddled two worlds, though you walked away from the shadier side of the street. Still when the stuff hit the fan, you moved heaven and earth to save the woman you loved.
I do have one character I absolutely LOVED and that was Dante. If there ever was a loyal, loving, ride or die dude he was it. Seriously, he was willing to kick Maze's ass if he hurt Ivy. Sure it was unrequited love, but there was also deeper friendship and trust. I loved Dante so much that I think he needs his own book. Not to mention he seemed a lot more invested in Ivy returning to dance moreso than Ivy herself.
I think both books need to be combined and fleshed out as a longer story. There's plenty to work with, and I would have loved to learned more about the Tong and the Triads as they related to Maze, especially with his mother. I mean really, a white guy heading a legal Chinese organization? How would that work?
This wasn't a bad book overall. A couple of spelling hiccups but the action scenes were great and the revelation about a close member of Maze's family was heartbreaking. Yes, Maze gets major props for willing to do anything-including kill-to protect Ivy. Sure, what woman doesn't swoon over that? Sadly, I really just wasn't feeling the characters much, though to be honest Maze was the deeper and more emotionally compelling character (then again, the book is called Maze so of course he'd be the focal point).
Still, I hate when heroines get shafted. This tends to happen in romance far too often for my liking. Ivy was weak. Seriously, criminally WEAK. I'm sorry but you don't get to the top of your profession by incessant crying or fawning all over the hero. I waited for Ivy to go through the emotions of a potentially life-changing injury, but instead it was all about Maze. I wanted stubbornness, rage, maybe a little self-pity (okay there was a little of that), then I wanted to hear "Eye of the Tiger" in the background as Ivy worked her caramel-colored butt off back to the top with Maze beside as an equal. I wanted to see a woman who could function independently without Maze as well as with him.
And Maze, keeping secrets from the woman you love in the guise of "protecting her" NEVER works. Again, refer to Lifetime movies. If Ivy loves you enough to accept your dragon tattoo and the fact that you fight with swords, I think she'd be strong enough to accept that you straddled two worlds, though you walked away from the shadier side of the street. Still when the stuff hit the fan, you moved heaven and earth to save the woman you loved.
I do have one character I absolutely LOVED and that was Dante. If there ever was a loyal, loving, ride or die dude he was it. Seriously, he was willing to kick Maze's ass if he hurt Ivy. Sure it was unrequited love, but there was also deeper friendship and trust. I loved Dante so much that I think he needs his own book. Not to mention he seemed a lot more invested in Ivy returning to dance moreso than Ivy herself.
I think both books need to be combined and fleshed out as a longer story. There's plenty to work with, and I would have loved to learned more about the Tong and the Triads as they related to Maze, especially with his mother. I mean really, a white guy heading a legal Chinese organization? How would that work?
November 29, 2013
So I was one of the first to read this as I worked with the author on this project, and I must say I was in tears by the end. This is an excellent conclusion to Maze and Ivy's story. It's a story full of love, heartache, and what one must sacrifice not only for the love, but for the things one believes in. Fabulous job, Ms. Sinclair!
September 16, 2021
I liked Maze's story, but it was missing the spark the first book had. I was a little dubious on his plan to just leave fighting and the violence behind him, because that's not a world you are just allowed to walk away from. I didn't enjoy all the lying and secrets from Ivy either. I get why he lied, but that just puts everyone in more danger. The plot moved quickly though and I enjoyed how things came together at the end.
February 2, 2014
Boy, this 2 book series has lots of twists and turns. You have this prima ballerina who falls for this hot MMA fighter. He firsts see his ballerina fly through the air and executes a beautiful "firebird." At that moment he is spellbound by her. Their journey to be together is full of love, sacrifice, lies, suspense, betrayal, and honor. This series would make an excellent "Lifetime" love and suspense movie of the week. Overall recommend read.
January 18, 2021
3.75 stars. This is really Mazes story and it was at times heartbreaking. I give him credit for keeping his eye on his goal of making a life with Ivy. But, he kept keeping her in the dark and I didn't find her as strong as in the first book. I listened on audible and did not enjoy the narrator as much. I liked the hea, and I'm looking forward to Dante's story.
August 5, 2016
This was a fine conclusion story of Ivy and Maze. In the prequel, we knew how Ivy and Maze build their chemistry and how they rekindle the relationship. But in this sequel, we'd know not just the sweetness of their relationship, but the bitter and sadness in it. I liked their effort to have people they loved safe, I liked the maturity develops in both Ivy and Maze, and I liked the twist. I somehow knew there would be betrayal, and damn it's right. Overall, I really enjoyed Ivy and Maze!
November 10, 2014
5 Stars.... Great Sequel
Wow, LOVED this and LOVED both Maze and Ivy:) What a great sequel, a happy and truly heartwarming end for this couple. Oh and the Epilogue....LOVED it!!!!! They both deserved all of the good that finally came their way!
PS LOVED Dante, Ivy's Best Friend, he was a GREAT addition to this story!
Congrats Ursula Sinclair, I will now be adding you to my favorite authors list!
Wow, LOVED this and LOVED both Maze and Ivy:) What a great sequel, a happy and truly heartwarming end for this couple. Oh and the Epilogue....LOVED it!!!!! They both deserved all of the good that finally came their way!
PS LOVED Dante, Ivy's Best Friend, he was a GREAT addition to this story!
Congrats Ursula Sinclair, I will now be adding you to my favorite authors list!
January 2, 2014
Loved it. What a great conclusion to the story. I wasn't sure about Maze in the first book but he won me over in this book. He loved Ivy so much he was willing to put her in he arms of another man just to keep her save. I loved the twist at the end. I was not expecting that.
March 14, 2017
Book 2 was really good! Maze is definitely sexy! I can't wait; I'm about to read BOOK 3 about Dante! YASSSS!
August 27, 2023
Just Good Stuff !!
This was a spectacular follow-up to a what was a fantastic first story. The writer picks up where the story leaves off and it feels as if you haven't left. We get to enjoy more of Maze and Ivy,enjoy their relationship and see it mature. Also the mystery and excitement that surrounding this couple is what keeps you glue to the book. I love that we get heroin that not only struggling with her problems but,has the strength to demand truth. I love our hero for wanting to protect, but also able to express his feelings. This was just a really great read,and written so well with not only the audience in mind but the characters as well.
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This was a spectacular follow-up to a what was a fantastic first story. The writer picks up where the story leaves off and it feels as if you haven't left. We get to enjoy more of Maze and Ivy,enjoy their relationship and see it mature. Also the mystery and excitement that surrounding this couple is what keeps you glue to the book. I love that we get heroin that not only struggling with her problems but,has the strength to demand truth. I love our hero for wanting to protect, but also able to express his feelings. This was just a really great read,and written so well with not only the audience in mind but the characters as well.
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June 4, 2020
My only issue was that back and forth with Ivy. I didn't like her feelings to be hurt. Maze was slowly getting on my bad side but in the end he turned it around. He better had anyway. All in all a good read.
May 11, 2025
Book 2 was so much better than the first one. There was more plot and more dialogue with substance in it. I fell more for the characters and after reading the first couple chapters of Dante’s story, I might have to read his love story soon!
November 28, 2023
4 Stars
October 19, 2016
Nice... really nice.
This one carries the story in a nice direction and contains a slick plot twist that will throw you for a loop. There's a couple of glaring plot holes that took away a star for me. But all in all, a rollicking good story.
This one carries the story in a nice direction and contains a slick plot twist that will throw you for a loop. There's a couple of glaring plot holes that took away a star for me. But all in all, a rollicking good story.
August 8, 2015
3.5 stars
ABOUT THE BOOK: Release Date December 27, 2013
Maze
There are times in life when you have to make decisions that others will neither understand nor forgive. When that happens, then you make damn sure they never find out. But no matter what, you will do anything to protect those you love. Even if it means you forfeit your soul.
Ivy
He’s keeping something from me. And I’m not sure I want to know because it will forever change us.
•••••••
REVIEW: 3.5 stars--MAZE is the second installment in Ursula Sinclair’s contemporary THE BALLERINA new adult, romance series. This is the continuing story of Maze and Ivy, and picks up immediately after the events of book one-The Ballerina and the Fighter. Ivy is a professional ballerina who is currently on medical leave due to an unfortunate accident; Maze is an MMA fighter trained in the Japanese style of blade fighting. When Maze refuses to throw a fight he and everyone he loves will become targets in a gang war to control the Japanese Triad and the Tong. What ensues are Maze’s attempts to hunt down the people responsible and knowing that his future has been pre determined by the people he loves.
MAZE is a storyline that focuses on Maze and Ivy’s building relationship as they learn to trust one another following a five year separation wherein Ivy had believed that Maze was no longer a part of her life. Maze’s return to America comes with the harsh reality that everything has changed for Maze and Ivy. As Maze tries to uncover the truth, he will lose someone close in the ensuing struggle for power and control.
The secondary characters include Ivy’s BFF and roommate Dante-a fellow dancer who lost his heart to Ivy years before. We reconnect with Maze’s foster father Joe, and his Uncle Tsang –two men whose lives will collide time and time again. Ivy and Shelly’s (book 1) parents face a reality many people have had to endure; Maze’s friend Vin drops in for a drink or two; and the bodyguards protecting Ivy and Maze will lose a couple of their own as they battle with the Japanese mob.
The world building follows Maze’s hunt for a group of Japanese assassins, as well as his need to protect the woman that he loves.
I did have a few issues with this particular storyline as it pertained to a number of spelling errors and grammar problems-another round of editing could easily pick up the mistakes. The slow build of the storyline was due in part to Maze’s need to ‘disappear’ but in the interval we learn very little about what has happened. Maze’s search for the people responsible for threatening everyone that he loves is pushed to the background throughout the story- we are third party witnesses after everything is said and done.
MAZE is an interesting and entertaining storyline about an interracial couple who have issues of trust. Maze and Ivy have both lost people in their lives, and continued threats make it apparent that more losses are imminent and in the future. The characters are colorful and animated; the happily ever after jumps several years so that we get a glimpse into the future for Ivy and Maze.
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ABOUT THE BOOK: Release Date December 27, 2013
Maze
There are times in life when you have to make decisions that others will neither understand nor forgive. When that happens, then you make damn sure they never find out. But no matter what, you will do anything to protect those you love. Even if it means you forfeit your soul.
Ivy
He’s keeping something from me. And I’m not sure I want to know because it will forever change us.
•••••••
REVIEW: 3.5 stars--MAZE is the second installment in Ursula Sinclair’s contemporary THE BALLERINA new adult, romance series. This is the continuing story of Maze and Ivy, and picks up immediately after the events of book one-The Ballerina and the Fighter. Ivy is a professional ballerina who is currently on medical leave due to an unfortunate accident; Maze is an MMA fighter trained in the Japanese style of blade fighting. When Maze refuses to throw a fight he and everyone he loves will become targets in a gang war to control the Japanese Triad and the Tong. What ensues are Maze’s attempts to hunt down the people responsible and knowing that his future has been pre determined by the people he loves.
MAZE is a storyline that focuses on Maze and Ivy’s building relationship as they learn to trust one another following a five year separation wherein Ivy had believed that Maze was no longer a part of her life. Maze’s return to America comes with the harsh reality that everything has changed for Maze and Ivy. As Maze tries to uncover the truth, he will lose someone close in the ensuing struggle for power and control.
The secondary characters include Ivy’s BFF and roommate Dante-a fellow dancer who lost his heart to Ivy years before. We reconnect with Maze’s foster father Joe, and his Uncle Tsang –two men whose lives will collide time and time again. Ivy and Shelly’s (book 1) parents face a reality many people have had to endure; Maze’s friend Vin drops in for a drink or two; and the bodyguards protecting Ivy and Maze will lose a couple of their own as they battle with the Japanese mob.
The world building follows Maze’s hunt for a group of Japanese assassins, as well as his need to protect the woman that he loves.
I did have a few issues with this particular storyline as it pertained to a number of spelling errors and grammar problems-another round of editing could easily pick up the mistakes. The slow build of the storyline was due in part to Maze’s need to ‘disappear’ but in the interval we learn very little about what has happened. Maze’s search for the people responsible for threatening everyone that he loves is pushed to the background throughout the story- we are third party witnesses after everything is said and done.
MAZE is an interesting and entertaining storyline about an interracial couple who have issues of trust. Maze and Ivy have both lost people in their lives, and continued threats make it apparent that more losses are imminent and in the future. The characters are colorful and animated; the happily ever after jumps several years so that we get a glimpse into the future for Ivy and Maze.
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October 1, 2018
This story concludes the story of Ivy and Maze. The dancer and the fighter.
There is a lot that happens in this story. Maze finds out some things about his family that he was originally told that were not true. So there is drama with that. There is drama about him leaving the ring from fighting. There are breakups and makeups. I love you I hate yous. It is all over the place. I really enjoyed it. I thought it concluded well. By the end of the story I was really happy for them. I enjoyed their story. You also see them in the next book just a little bit. Its not their story. But I would definitely read that one as well. I overall enjoyed these 2 books with them in it. I would most definitely recommend this series.
There is a lot that happens in this story. Maze finds out some things about his family that he was originally told that were not true. So there is drama with that. There is drama about him leaving the ring from fighting. There are breakups and makeups. I love you I hate yous. It is all over the place. I really enjoyed it. I thought it concluded well. By the end of the story I was really happy for them. I enjoyed their story. You also see them in the next book just a little bit. Its not their story. But I would definitely read that one as well. I overall enjoyed these 2 books with them in it. I would most definitely recommend this series.
May 11, 2014
Received a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
I began reading this book and then I found out it was book two in a series so I decided to stop reading and read book one first. While you could read this book without reading book one, I suggest reading The Fighter and The Ballerina first in order to have a better understanding of the dynamics of the relationship between Maze and Ivy. Once I finished book one, I immediately restarted book two.
What I enjoyed most about this book is that while it is an interracial romance the author does not feel the need to keep reminding the reader of that. The ups and downs of their relationship made the story more realistic, and kept my interest until the very end. I read this book in one day because I could not stop reading. I liked that there was more to the story than just their relationship.
Maze quickly became of my favorite male characters. His combination of strength and sweetness make him incredibly sexy. He now on my list of book boyfriends. The chemistry that him and Ivy had was off the charts. I was able to relate to Ivy who I felt was a very strong character that was not willing to give the man that she knew was the love of her life.
I highly recommend this book, and I plan to read more from this author very soon.
I began reading this book and then I found out it was book two in a series so I decided to stop reading and read book one first. While you could read this book without reading book one, I suggest reading The Fighter and The Ballerina first in order to have a better understanding of the dynamics of the relationship between Maze and Ivy. Once I finished book one, I immediately restarted book two.
What I enjoyed most about this book is that while it is an interracial romance the author does not feel the need to keep reminding the reader of that. The ups and downs of their relationship made the story more realistic, and kept my interest until the very end. I read this book in one day because I could not stop reading. I liked that there was more to the story than just their relationship.
Maze quickly became of my favorite male characters. His combination of strength and sweetness make him incredibly sexy. He now on my list of book boyfriends. The chemistry that him and Ivy had was off the charts. I was able to relate to Ivy who I felt was a very strong character that was not willing to give the man that she knew was the love of her life.
I highly recommend this book, and I plan to read more from this author very soon.
January 2, 2014
Before I review this amazing book, I want to acknowledge that this book was donated by the author in exchange for an honest review. Which I'm very grateful for because I've been waiting to get more of Maze and Ivy in my system.
I was scared that Bk 2 would not live up to BK1, but Ms. Ursula Sinclair did not fail me. BK 2 was amazing. I loved that it picked up from where bk 1 left off. Maze and Ivy were so sweet and hot. I felt their love and Maze's protectiveness through the authors words; it felt as if I was there for the ride. I love it when a story takes me along for the ride.
I loved how he was willing to change for her and how supportive he was of her. I found it so enduring that Maze -the undefeated underground MMA fighter could be nervous just like anyone else. It made the story more real and also showed another side to Maze.
The love scenes were hot and steamy and made me want to switch places with Ivy.
This book was all about love, strength, and trust. Maze and Ivy had all these and more. Even though Ivy was scared she kept loving Maze. And Maze would never give his Ivy up without a fight. Sometimes you have to fight for love.
Thanks for such sweet, enduring, and fabulous read; it's a great story that made me feel...
I was scared that Bk 2 would not live up to BK1, but Ms. Ursula Sinclair did not fail me. BK 2 was amazing. I loved that it picked up from where bk 1 left off. Maze and Ivy were so sweet and hot. I felt their love and Maze's protectiveness through the authors words; it felt as if I was there for the ride. I love it when a story takes me along for the ride.
I loved how he was willing to change for her and how supportive he was of her. I found it so enduring that Maze -the undefeated underground MMA fighter could be nervous just like anyone else. It made the story more real and also showed another side to Maze.
The love scenes were hot and steamy and made me want to switch places with Ivy.
This book was all about love, strength, and trust. Maze and Ivy had all these and more. Even though Ivy was scared she kept loving Maze. And Maze would never give his Ivy up without a fight. Sometimes you have to fight for love.
Thanks for such sweet, enduring, and fabulous read; it's a great story that made me feel...
September 28, 2015
*I received a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review from the New Adult Book Club*
The second book in the Ballerina series picks up where the first has left off. Ivy desperately wants Maze out of whatever business he's in. Maze wants out of it too, but it keeps shadowing him. The Triad hits closer and closer to home, and the source of all their troubles may be right in their faces. All Maze wants to do is love and protect his Ivy, but that gets harder to do as the Triad threatens everything that means something to him. There's a lot of heartbreak in this book, but we do get a satisfying Happily Ever After. Maze, of course, brings the action, suspense, and lust. Ivy is also dealing with her own troubles. She may not be able to do what she loves anymore after injuring herself. Maze is a great guy despite a troubling past that doesn't want to give up. He puts Ivy first, which is a lot better than what happens in real life. I love these characters and this world that Ms. Sinclair has constructed!!
The second book in the Ballerina series picks up where the first has left off. Ivy desperately wants Maze out of whatever business he's in. Maze wants out of it too, but it keeps shadowing him. The Triad hits closer and closer to home, and the source of all their troubles may be right in their faces. All Maze wants to do is love and protect his Ivy, but that gets harder to do as the Triad threatens everything that means something to him. There's a lot of heartbreak in this book, but we do get a satisfying Happily Ever After. Maze, of course, brings the action, suspense, and lust. Ivy is also dealing with her own troubles. She may not be able to do what she loves anymore after injuring herself. Maze is a great guy despite a troubling past that doesn't want to give up. He puts Ivy first, which is a lot better than what happens in real life. I love these characters and this world that Ms. Sinclair has constructed!!
February 9, 2014
Series: Ballerina # 2
Category /Genre: New Adult Contemporary Romance/ Multicultural Romance
Received from: Ursula Sinclair (in exchange for an honest review)
Tour arranged by: Read Between the Lines
Recommended for: 18+ due to sexual content and violence
Grammar/editing: ungraded / received as an ARC
This is the second in the Ballerina series and they do need to be read in order.
Maze’s only concern is to keep Ivy safe, but he to do that he may have to break her heart.
This second book is better than the first. There was heartache, tears, fears, cheering, screaming, and more tears, but this time of happiness. Ms. Sinclair has produced a fitting end to the story of how Ivy and Maze began their happily-ever-after. The epilogue was soothing and beautiful.
I understand that Ursula Sinclair is a pen name. This series was the first of her books I have read. I look forward to reading more on both names.
Category /Genre: New Adult Contemporary Romance/ Multicultural Romance
Received from: Ursula Sinclair (in exchange for an honest review)
Tour arranged by: Read Between the Lines
Recommended for: 18+ due to sexual content and violence
Grammar/editing: ungraded / received as an ARC
This is the second in the Ballerina series and they do need to be read in order.
Maze’s only concern is to keep Ivy safe, but he to do that he may have to break her heart.
This second book is better than the first. There was heartache, tears, fears, cheering, screaming, and more tears, but this time of happiness. Ms. Sinclair has produced a fitting end to the story of how Ivy and Maze began their happily-ever-after. The epilogue was soothing and beautiful.
I understand that Ursula Sinclair is a pen name. This series was the first of her books I have read. I look forward to reading more on both names.
September 24, 2015
I loved this book more than the previous one, there was more fighting for each other, and this book was a bit more dark than the first one!
Storyline
I won’t spoil the second book, because you only start to read this one because you loved the first one! But there are secrets, and there are things to happen that you won’t expect, he will sacrifice a lot for her, will she do the same. Will things be allright in the ending? A lot of question, and all the answers are in the book. You will love them!
Title
I wished this one was a bit different than it is now. I’m convinced that there were better options. Because I’m convinced that the book is not only about Maze, and not only about Ivy…
Cover
I loved it, even the cover is darker than the first book, but it was also way hotter.
Ending
Nope, I’m not spoiling this one!
I was not expecting all that that's why I'm giving this book 5 stars!
Storyline
I won’t spoil the second book, because you only start to read this one because you loved the first one! But there are secrets, and there are things to happen that you won’t expect, he will sacrifice a lot for her, will she do the same. Will things be allright in the ending? A lot of question, and all the answers are in the book. You will love them!
Title
I wished this one was a bit different than it is now. I’m convinced that there were better options. Because I’m convinced that the book is not only about Maze, and not only about Ivy…
Cover
I loved it, even the cover is darker than the first book, but it was also way hotter.
Ending
Nope, I’m not spoiling this one!
I was not expecting all that that's why I'm giving this book 5 stars!
August 30, 2015
All hell breaks loose after Maze refuses to throw a fight for the Triad. He's being followed, Joe gets shot, and Ivy's life is threatened. Thinking that the best way to protect Ivy is to stay away from her, he breaks up with her for good. But he quickly realizes he made a huge mistake when Ivy turns up missing, and Maze comes to the realization that the threat he faces stems from close to home.
As you can guess from the title, this book is all about Maze. Even after Ivy suffers a career ending injury, she appears to be just a sidekick in this story. I did enjoy learning more about Dante and his fierce loyalty to Ivy. This book was ok but parts of it were a bit unrealistic (like a caucasian running the Triad), and there were numerous spelling errors once again. I think these books should have been combined into one solid book with a little more empahsis placed on character and plot development.
As you can guess from the title, this book is all about Maze. Even after Ivy suffers a career ending injury, she appears to be just a sidekick in this story. I did enjoy learning more about Dante and his fierce loyalty to Ivy. This book was ok but parts of it were a bit unrealistic (like a caucasian running the Triad), and there were numerous spelling errors once again. I think these books should have been combined into one solid book with a little more empahsis placed on character and plot development.
February 15, 2014
What an amazing ending to a 2 book series arc. The unconditional love between Maze and Ivy just so amazing.
The twists and turns, the joys and sadness, the love and betrayal was all in this story. I was gripping my Kindle like crazy lol!!!
I love they way Maze fought for Ivy, I love the way that Ivy was the only one for him and there would never be another. When he said to her, "Even In My Death I Will Love You!" Let's you know right then and there that nothing could ever separate these two.
Ivy's love mirrored the same. This was no one-sided love affair, Ivy loved him for life and through death. Their HEA was absolutely complete.
This is definitely a must read. "The Ballerina and The Fighter" is Book 1, Author Ursula Sinclair did the damn thing in writing the conclusion to Maze and Ivy's story.
The twists and turns, the joys and sadness, the love and betrayal was all in this story. I was gripping my Kindle like crazy lol!!!
I love they way Maze fought for Ivy, I love the way that Ivy was the only one for him and there would never be another. When he said to her, "Even In My Death I Will Love You!" Let's you know right then and there that nothing could ever separate these two.
Ivy's love mirrored the same. This was no one-sided love affair, Ivy loved him for life and through death. Their HEA was absolutely complete.
This is definitely a must read. "The Ballerina and The Fighter" is Book 1, Author Ursula Sinclair did the damn thing in writing the conclusion to Maze and Ivy's story.
January 26, 2023
3.5 stars
So I read the first book, and it was difficult for me to get into the story and Maze (even though I liked both things) because the writing was repetitive and at times clunky. Clearly, Sinclair took the criticism and feedback and produced a solid work of immense improvement!
With that said, I really did like the writing this time around and the story kept me engaged. Admittedly, the story was predictable and the direction was obvious, I enjoyed the twinges of suspense and action in the story. To me, it was a pleasant change to just pure romance through and through.
Again, I can't stress enough how much I think the writing has improved from my perspective. Keep up the fantastic work!
*I received a free ARC from the author in exchange for an honest review
So I read the first book, and it was difficult for me to get into the story and Maze (even though I liked both things) because the writing was repetitive and at times clunky. Clearly, Sinclair took the criticism and feedback and produced a solid work of immense improvement!
With that said, I really did like the writing this time around and the story kept me engaged. Admittedly, the story was predictable and the direction was obvious, I enjoyed the twinges of suspense and action in the story. To me, it was a pleasant change to just pure romance through and through.
Again, I can't stress enough how much I think the writing has improved from my perspective. Keep up the fantastic work!
*I received a free ARC from the author in exchange for an honest review
September 15, 2015
I received a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
This is not a standalone book. In order to understand Ivy and Maze you need to read the first book. I did not care for the first book, but I did like this one better.
I thought that the plot was paced well and progressed naturally throughout the book. I liked the twist that was thrown in toward the end and thought that I should have figured it out before it came because there are hints along the way, but it still came as a surprise. In addition, I liked learning more about the characters and their struggles. It was nice to see the relationship between Ivy and Maze grow and to get to explore what each of them were thinking because of the alternating narrative. Lastly, I appreciated getting to know some of the other characters slowly.
This is not a standalone book. In order to understand Ivy and Maze you need to read the first book. I did not care for the first book, but I did like this one better.
I thought that the plot was paced well and progressed naturally throughout the book. I liked the twist that was thrown in toward the end and thought that I should have figured it out before it came because there are hints along the way, but it still came as a surprise. In addition, I liked learning more about the characters and their struggles. It was nice to see the relationship between Ivy and Maze grow and to get to explore what each of them were thinking because of the alternating narrative. Lastly, I appreciated getting to know some of the other characters slowly.
May 6, 2014
By May 7th
I receive this book for an honest review. Maze is one hot man, there's nothing I can say to due him justice. He is just yummy!
This book was really good and I enjoyed it. The first one was amazing but this one is also up there in ranking. Maze and Ivy have a very amazing story and I'm glad I was able to read it. They had to fight to get there happy ending and I'm so glad they did! Ivy was sweet and amazing maze was sexy and protective. Those are just a few word to describe them. Maze proved he would do anything to protect Ivy, there were time I felt ivy needed new emotion or bitchyness you could say but overall it was an amazing book, it had all that you would expect form a great book an more.
I recommend both books.
I receive this book for an honest review. Maze is one hot man, there's nothing I can say to due him justice. He is just yummy!
This book was really good and I enjoyed it. The first one was amazing but this one is also up there in ranking. Maze and Ivy have a very amazing story and I'm glad I was able to read it. They had to fight to get there happy ending and I'm so glad they did! Ivy was sweet and amazing maze was sexy and protective. Those are just a few word to describe them. Maze proved he would do anything to protect Ivy, there were time I felt ivy needed new emotion or bitchyness you could say but overall it was an amazing book, it had all that you would expect form a great book an more.
I recommend both books.
May 13, 2014
I got a few chapters into this book before I realised it was clearly book two in the series. So I stopped and read the ballerina and the fighter and then carried on where I left off.
I really enjoyed the relationship between the two main characters, which was genuine and believable.
I thought the storyline was unique and kept my interest up throughout. The found the coverage of Ivy's dancing situation to be thoughtful.
Overall a good read and I will be looking out for more writing from Ursula Sinclair in the future.
I really appreciated the opportunity to read and review this.
I received this book in return for an honest review.
I really enjoyed the relationship between the two main characters, which was genuine and believable.
I thought the storyline was unique and kept my interest up throughout. The found the coverage of Ivy's dancing situation to be thoughtful.
Overall a good read and I will be looking out for more writing from Ursula Sinclair in the future.
I really appreciated the opportunity to read and review this.
I received this book in return for an honest review.
December 29, 2014
I really enjoyed this dangerous and intense love story. Maze was a total badass. Loved it. And the way Ivy stood by him made me love them even more. I enjoy reading love stories where the heroine meets a 'bad boy' and doesn't try to drastically change him.
Chace Crawford as Maze
Jessica Parker Kennedy as Ivy
Chace Crawford as Maze
Jessica Parker Kennedy as Ivy
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