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The Deranged #2
Ruined
Blake
It’s something else, something more. But it can’t be more.
I can’t be more.
I’m ruined.
Ryker
I want to make her bleed.
I want to taint her, make her scream.
Jace
I wait and watch until she’s out of sight.
Even if I die, I’ll make sure I take the rest of them out with me.
It’s something else, something more. But it can’t be more.
I can’t be more.
I’m ruined.
Ryker
I want to make her bleed.
I want to taint her, make her scream.
Jace
I wait and watch until she’s out of sight.
Even if I die, I’ll make sure I take the rest of them out with me.
368 pages, ebook
Published July 26, 2024
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Ryan Mundy
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26 📍 South Carolina
Dark Romance | 18+🌶️
all books can be found on amazon (KU) and website ryanmundywrites.com
26 📍 South Carolina
Dark Romance | 18+🌶️
all books can be found on amazon (KU) and website ryanmundywrites.com
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July 28, 2024
I absolutely loved these three characters so much. Blake was such a badass stabby fmc who endured so much trauma 😭 her story was heartbreaking. Honestly all three main characters’s back stories broke my heart. I love their love so much.
August 6, 2024
“𝙱𝚎𝚌𝚊𝚞𝚜𝚎 𝙸 𝚔𝚗𝚎𝚠 𝚗𝚘 𝚖𝚊𝚝𝚝𝚎𝚛 𝚠𝚑𝚊𝚝, 𝚒𝚏 𝙸 𝚜𝚌𝚛𝚎𝚊𝚖𝚎𝚍 𝚏𝚘𝚛 𝚝𝚑𝚎𝚖, 𝚝𝚑𝚎𝚢 𝚠𝚘𝚞𝚕𝚍 𝚋𝚎 𝚝𝚑𝚎𝚛𝚎 𝚝𝚘 𝚜𝚊𝚟𝚎 𝚖𝚎.”
Rating: ★★★★☆
Spice: 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️
Two dominating men protecting one wounded girl from the mafia that is determined to kill her? That is just asking for trouble… of the best kind.
Blake is a character consumed by a sense of ruin, struggling with feelings of inadequacy and an overwhelming sense that she cannot escape her past. With the support of the two men that would die before letting any harm come to her, she realizes that maybe she is more than the memories that invade her every thought.
Ryker is the embodiment of dark desires. His obsession with causing pain and chaos makes him a compelling yet frightening character. His interactions with Blake are charged with tension, creating a volatile dynamic that makes their relationship even hotter.
Jace is driven by a need for vengeance and a willingness to sacrifice everything for his cause… except for Blake. He is determined to keep her safe at all costs, and is willing to do whatever is necessary to make her feel protected and loved.
While Ryker and Jace feel like two sides to the same coin, their obsession with and need for Blake is clear. While Jace is depicted as the softer of the two, Ryker definitely has his moments of tenderness with Blake; and while Ryker is definitely the more unhinged part of this duo, Jace can be just as treacherous if that is what it takes to protect their girl.
This book is not for the faint of heart. It delves into heavy themes and portrays its characters with a level of complexity that might be unsettling for some people. However, if you love a dark, twisted romance, then this one is for you.
Rating: ★★★★☆
Spice: 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️
Two dominating men protecting one wounded girl from the mafia that is determined to kill her? That is just asking for trouble… of the best kind.
Blake is a character consumed by a sense of ruin, struggling with feelings of inadequacy and an overwhelming sense that she cannot escape her past. With the support of the two men that would die before letting any harm come to her, she realizes that maybe she is more than the memories that invade her every thought.
Ryker is the embodiment of dark desires. His obsession with causing pain and chaos makes him a compelling yet frightening character. His interactions with Blake are charged with tension, creating a volatile dynamic that makes their relationship even hotter.
Jace is driven by a need for vengeance and a willingness to sacrifice everything for his cause… except for Blake. He is determined to keep her safe at all costs, and is willing to do whatever is necessary to make her feel protected and loved.
While Ryker and Jace feel like two sides to the same coin, their obsession with and need for Blake is clear. While Jace is depicted as the softer of the two, Ryker definitely has his moments of tenderness with Blake; and while Ryker is definitely the more unhinged part of this duo, Jace can be just as treacherous if that is what it takes to protect their girl.
This book is not for the faint of heart. It delves into heavy themes and portrays its characters with a level of complexity that might be unsettling for some people. However, if you love a dark, twisted romance, then this one is for you.
July 31, 2024
Blurb…
Jace was sent to protect Blake and hide her from her enemies and past but in the process falls for her. While Jace wants the best for her Ryker wants to taint her, make her bleed.
Tropes
~MMF romance
~why choose romance
~age gap
~mafia romance
~mute fmc
~masked mmc
~bodyguard romance
~enemies to lovers
~forced proximity
~found family
⭐️♾️/5
🌶️3.5/5
This is the second book in Deranged Series, I recommend reading the first book first Stalked since you will see the couple from Stalked in it but it’s not necessary.
Ryan has yet again written another phenomenal book, when I read Stalked I didn’t think any book was going to top it but Ruined has set the bar even higher! The storyline was so incredible and so addicting it was so hard to put down! Reading about the development of Blake, Ryker and Jace was amazing, and what was even better was how possessive and obsessed Jace and Ryker were of Blake!! And the way they made her cinnamon rolls everyday cause it was her favorite food had me kicking my feet with excitement! Ruined has to be one of my top reads for this year!
While it’s super spicy and dark it was also a very emotional read with lots of pain and trama. Reading what happened with Jace, Ryker and Blake in the past was so unbelievably heart breaking none of them deserved it. Seeing Ryker and Blake struggling with there traumas then becoming even stronger than before for each other was amazing and so inspiring, it made me tear up reading about Jace trying to help both of them get through it he believed in them both so much. I was crying like a baby so heart broken for everything they all went through and when they over came it.
Jace was sent to protect Blake and hide her from her enemies and past but in the process falls for her. While Jace wants the best for her Ryker wants to taint her, make her bleed.
Tropes
~MMF romance
~why choose romance
~age gap
~mafia romance
~mute fmc
~masked mmc
~bodyguard romance
~enemies to lovers
~forced proximity
~found family
⭐️♾️/5
🌶️3.5/5
This is the second book in Deranged Series, I recommend reading the first book first Stalked since you will see the couple from Stalked in it but it’s not necessary.
Ryan has yet again written another phenomenal book, when I read Stalked I didn’t think any book was going to top it but Ruined has set the bar even higher! The storyline was so incredible and so addicting it was so hard to put down! Reading about the development of Blake, Ryker and Jace was amazing, and what was even better was how possessive and obsessed Jace and Ryker were of Blake!! And the way they made her cinnamon rolls everyday cause it was her favorite food had me kicking my feet with excitement! Ruined has to be one of my top reads for this year!
While it’s super spicy and dark it was also a very emotional read with lots of pain and trama. Reading what happened with Jace, Ryker and Blake in the past was so unbelievably heart breaking none of them deserved it. Seeing Ryker and Blake struggling with there traumas then becoming even stronger than before for each other was amazing and so inspiring, it made me tear up reading about Jace trying to help both of them get through it he believed in them both so much. I was crying like a baby so heart broken for everything they all went through and when they over came it.
August 5, 2024
Ruined is book 2 of the Deranged Series a dark, why choose Mafia romance, some scenes and topics may be sensitive to some so check the TW/CW before diving in.
It follows the story of Jace and Ryker ex-military best friends our MMC’s hired to protect Blake, our stabby Mafia princess FMC.
I enjoyed this read, the characters were done great each main has been through traumatic events that have shaped their lives, finding comfort in each other. I loved how Jace and Ryker’s personalities differ, and I loved Blake she is one strong FMC the things she experienced was heartbreaking but made her the person she is.
This was my first book from Ryan and even though this is book 2 of the Deranged series I did read it as a standalone though I enjoy it to the point I went back and read book 1 Stalked.
Overall this was a good read, and I recommend to readers who enjoy dark mafia romance.
It follows the story of Jace and Ryker ex-military best friends our MMC’s hired to protect Blake, our stabby Mafia princess FMC.
I enjoyed this read, the characters were done great each main has been through traumatic events that have shaped their lives, finding comfort in each other. I loved how Jace and Ryker’s personalities differ, and I loved Blake she is one strong FMC the things she experienced was heartbreaking but made her the person she is.
This was my first book from Ryan and even though this is book 2 of the Deranged series I did read it as a standalone though I enjoy it to the point I went back and read book 1 Stalked.
Overall this was a good read, and I recommend to readers who enjoy dark mafia romance.
July 26, 2024
Pet or Sunshine, you decide?
Ryan did it again. She blew this story out of the atmosphere with the amount of emotional material. I want to tell you all about Ryder and his amazing hands, or Jace with his puppy dog eyes…BUT that’s all the spoilers you get.
Don’t go into it thinking you’re getting a quiet little story about a girl who’s mute- Buckle-Up, strap down, do whatever you need to do, because you are about to go on such an emotional roller coaster. Blake will become a part of you that needs to speak, her men, they definitely speak for themselves
🥵🖤🥵🖤🥵
Don’t listen to me though, I only own personalized copies of EVERY SINGLE ONE of her books, I don’t have the slightest clue what I’m talking about.
For those of you who lack a sense of humor, I’m actually telling you to guy BUY the book, it’s that damñ amazing.
So stop reading this and go read Ruined!!!
Ryan did it again. She blew this story out of the atmosphere with the amount of emotional material. I want to tell you all about Ryder and his amazing hands, or Jace with his puppy dog eyes…BUT that’s all the spoilers you get.
Don’t go into it thinking you’re getting a quiet little story about a girl who’s mute- Buckle-Up, strap down, do whatever you need to do, because you are about to go on such an emotional roller coaster. Blake will become a part of you that needs to speak, her men, they definitely speak for themselves
🥵🖤🥵🖤🥵
Don’t listen to me though, I only own personalized copies of EVERY SINGLE ONE of her books, I don’t have the slightest clue what I’m talking about.
For those of you who lack a sense of humor, I’m actually telling you to guy BUY the book, it’s that damñ amazing.
So stop reading this and go read Ruined!!!
August 2, 2024
Ruined by Ryan Mundy
⭐️⭐️⭐️/5
I loved the idea of this book more than I cared for the execution.
I have to be honest and mention I feel like the relationships were moving too abruptly. But overall I loved that there was a twist-and one I didn't see coming at that! I love how the FMC and her "stabby" personality. And the spiciness of the book was rather well written. In this case, I feel this book could have taken a bit longer to work on that character development.
⭐️⭐️⭐️/5
I loved the idea of this book more than I cared for the execution.
I have to be honest and mention I feel like the relationships were moving too abruptly. But overall I loved that there was a twist-and one I didn't see coming at that! I love how the FMC and her "stabby" personality. And the spiciness of the book was rather well written. In this case, I feel this book could have taken a bit longer to work on that character development.
July 27, 2024
🖤🖤🖤
Some time ago I started reading the books of Ryan Mundy and the ones I've read were absolutely amazing, so when I saw the ARC for this one I knew that I needed to read it asap.
Now talking about "Ruined"....this book is the second of the newest series of Ryan Mundy known as "The Deranged".
The story follows Blake who we met in the first book "Stalked", she's the little sister of Tobias one of the main characters of that book and with this one we get a look of what's going on with her after the traumatic events that happened 3 years ago.
After one of the enemy mafias seeks an arranged marriage with Blake, her family, who is against it, decides to hire her a new bodyguard who must take her to a safe place and keep her protected. This will be the beginning of new confrontations, hot times, healing, discoveries. and more.
But that's not all there is in the story, because there are more secrets and someone else that is after her...someone from her past...
Now talking about entirely of my opinion of the book the one thing I can say is that this one was definitely 🔥.
The plot, the spicy scenes, the way the emotions, experiences and everything in between was written was just so hauntily beautiful in a dark way.
The story of every one of the characters is dark and twisted and you get a front row sit to see all the raw emotions, the triggering moments, the heartbreaking and horrendous flashbacks of what happened, but also how the three of them complement each other perfectly.
As Blake said, she likes Jace’s soft touches but she also enjoys the roughness Ryker gives her.
I think after everything that Blake experienced, after being "ruined" in their words, she for me still ends up being a really strong character. She still has a fight in her at the same time that she has a broken and tormented soul and to be honest this little stabby character has probably became one of my favorite fmc's.
It was beautiful to see how Blake started trusting Jace and Ryker, first with her body and following with her mind and soul.
This book, this story... was beautiful, dark, extremely spicy, haunted, profound in a messed up way and overall a really enjoyable read if you are willing to read somehow, dark and twisted stories.
🖤 mafia/bodyguard
🖤 bratty & stabby fmc
🖤 lots of spice
🖤 enemies to lovers
🖤 age gap/mute fmc
🖤 mfm
Definitely check all the ⚠️TRIGGER WARNINGS⚠️
Some time ago I started reading the books of Ryan Mundy and the ones I've read were absolutely amazing, so when I saw the ARC for this one I knew that I needed to read it asap.
Now talking about "Ruined"....this book is the second of the newest series of Ryan Mundy known as "The Deranged".
The story follows Blake who we met in the first book "Stalked", she's the little sister of Tobias one of the main characters of that book and with this one we get a look of what's going on with her after the traumatic events that happened 3 years ago.
After one of the enemy mafias seeks an arranged marriage with Blake, her family, who is against it, decides to hire her a new bodyguard who must take her to a safe place and keep her protected. This will be the beginning of new confrontations, hot times, healing, discoveries. and more.
But that's not all there is in the story, because there are more secrets and someone else that is after her...someone from her past...
Now talking about entirely of my opinion of the book the one thing I can say is that this one was definitely 🔥.
The plot, the spicy scenes, the way the emotions, experiences and everything in between was written was just so hauntily beautiful in a dark way.
The story of every one of the characters is dark and twisted and you get a front row sit to see all the raw emotions, the triggering moments, the heartbreaking and horrendous flashbacks of what happened, but also how the three of them complement each other perfectly.
As Blake said, she likes Jace’s soft touches but she also enjoys the roughness Ryker gives her.
I think after everything that Blake experienced, after being "ruined" in their words, she for me still ends up being a really strong character. She still has a fight in her at the same time that she has a broken and tormented soul and to be honest this little stabby character has probably became one of my favorite fmc's.
It was beautiful to see how Blake started trusting Jace and Ryker, first with her body and following with her mind and soul.
This book, this story... was beautiful, dark, extremely spicy, haunted, profound in a messed up way and overall a really enjoyable read if you are willing to read somehow, dark and twisted stories.
🖤 mafia/bodyguard
🖤 bratty & stabby fmc
🖤 lots of spice
🖤 enemies to lovers
🖤 age gap/mute fmc
🖤 mfm
Definitely check all the ⚠️TRIGGER WARNINGS⚠️
July 30, 2024
My Rating: ★★★★☆
"Ruined" by Ryan Mundy is a dark and gripping exploration of broken souls and twisted desires. From the first page, the story captivates with its intensity and complex characters, drawing readers into a world where nothing is as it seems.
Blake, one of the central figures, is a character of profound depth. Despite her outward resilience, she struggles with an internal sense of being irreparably damaged. Her journey becomes even more complicated with the presence of Ryker, whose dark and vengeful nature adds an unsettling layer to the narrative. Ryker's desire to make others suffer is both disturbing and intriguing, making him a character that is hard to ignore. Jace, another key player, is driven by a quiet but intense resolve, watching from the shadows with a determination that hints at explosive outcomes.
One of the novel’s strengths lies in the interplay between these characters. Each one is meticulously crafted, with distinct motivations and backstories that enrich the plot. The chemistry and tension among them create a narrative that is as unpredictable as it is engaging.
Mundy's writing is evocative and unflinching, capturing the raw emotions and psychological complexities of her characters. The pacing is deliberate, building suspense and deepening the story with each chapter, leading to a climax that is both shocking and satisfying.
Despite its dark themes, "Ruined" also touches on resilience and the human capacity for redemption. The characters' struggles with their inner demons and the consequences of their actions are portrayed with a depth that adds to the emotional impact of the story.
In conclusion, "Ruined" is a compelling read that blends dark psychological elements with a rich narrative. Ryan Mundy has crafted a story that is both haunting and thought-provoking, making this second installment of the Deranged series a must-read for fans of dark, character-driven fiction. If you're looking for a book that will keep you on the edge of your seat and leave you contemplating long after the final page, "Ruined" is an excellent choice.
"Ruined" by Ryan Mundy is a dark and gripping exploration of broken souls and twisted desires. From the first page, the story captivates with its intensity and complex characters, drawing readers into a world where nothing is as it seems.
Blake, one of the central figures, is a character of profound depth. Despite her outward resilience, she struggles with an internal sense of being irreparably damaged. Her journey becomes even more complicated with the presence of Ryker, whose dark and vengeful nature adds an unsettling layer to the narrative. Ryker's desire to make others suffer is both disturbing and intriguing, making him a character that is hard to ignore. Jace, another key player, is driven by a quiet but intense resolve, watching from the shadows with a determination that hints at explosive outcomes.
One of the novel’s strengths lies in the interplay between these characters. Each one is meticulously crafted, with distinct motivations and backstories that enrich the plot. The chemistry and tension among them create a narrative that is as unpredictable as it is engaging.
Mundy's writing is evocative and unflinching, capturing the raw emotions and psychological complexities of her characters. The pacing is deliberate, building suspense and deepening the story with each chapter, leading to a climax that is both shocking and satisfying.
Despite its dark themes, "Ruined" also touches on resilience and the human capacity for redemption. The characters' struggles with their inner demons and the consequences of their actions are portrayed with a depth that adds to the emotional impact of the story.
In conclusion, "Ruined" is a compelling read that blends dark psychological elements with a rich narrative. Ryan Mundy has crafted a story that is both haunting and thought-provoking, making this second installment of the Deranged series a must-read for fans of dark, character-driven fiction. If you're looking for a book that will keep you on the edge of your seat and leave you contemplating long after the final page, "Ruined" is an excellent choice.
July 27, 2024
Captivating, at times raw and intense.
I couldn’t help but appreciate the way in which author Ryan Mundy explores the deepest and darkest aspects of the characters in Ruined. As a reader you are held captive by the raw emotions, experiences and more hauntingly the flashbacks of triggering moments. It’s here that I will suggest that prior to reading you check those trigger warnings!
Blake damn near broke my heart and yet again, as with book one, I was perhaps more attuned to the emotional and psychological possibilities due to my own experiences. There was something almost akin to being a twisted kind of simpatico with Blake whose torturous flashbacks and living nightmares left her almost rabid at times— like I totally get wanting to get your stab on after what you’ve been through my girl… and if others want to proceed and startle a tormented soul without the proper notice— then they have got it coming! Can’t help but adore her fighting spirit.
I rarely see such intensely portrayed rage and trauma in books that I read but in Ruined— heck, The Deranged series period— it’s there, clear as day and I can’t help but applaud Ryan for this. I’ve got so many things I want to say, could say, but won’t, so the most simplified way to put this is to state that the scenarios that occur on and off page make for a more profound reading journey in my mind. I’m ever curious to hear from other readers as to their thoughts in this regard.
Now back to Ry and J! These two are like chalk and cheese both in nature and the ways in which each handles their Blake. Oh and did I mention they are the best of friends? Ex-servicemen, the two become hitmen for hire tasked to protect Russian mafia princess Blake but don’t have all the pertinent details it seems. I won’t spoil it, so you’ll just have to read to find out more! Again… entertaining in a messed up way. Overall book two of The Deranged is a successful evolutionary progression within the series, with the nature and
its depiction of truly traumatised unstable minds being exceptional.
I couldn’t help but appreciate the way in which author Ryan Mundy explores the deepest and darkest aspects of the characters in Ruined. As a reader you are held captive by the raw emotions, experiences and more hauntingly the flashbacks of triggering moments. It’s here that I will suggest that prior to reading you check those trigger warnings!
Blake damn near broke my heart and yet again, as with book one, I was perhaps more attuned to the emotional and psychological possibilities due to my own experiences. There was something almost akin to being a twisted kind of simpatico with Blake whose torturous flashbacks and living nightmares left her almost rabid at times— like I totally get wanting to get your stab on after what you’ve been through my girl… and if others want to proceed and startle a tormented soul without the proper notice— then they have got it coming! Can’t help but adore her fighting spirit.
I rarely see such intensely portrayed rage and trauma in books that I read but in Ruined— heck, The Deranged series period— it’s there, clear as day and I can’t help but applaud Ryan for this. I’ve got so many things I want to say, could say, but won’t, so the most simplified way to put this is to state that the scenarios that occur on and off page make for a more profound reading journey in my mind. I’m ever curious to hear from other readers as to their thoughts in this regard.
Now back to Ry and J! These two are like chalk and cheese both in nature and the ways in which each handles their Blake. Oh and did I mention they are the best of friends? Ex-servicemen, the two become hitmen for hire tasked to protect Russian mafia princess Blake but don’t have all the pertinent details it seems. I won’t spoil it, so you’ll just have to read to find out more! Again… entertaining in a messed up way. Overall book two of The Deranged is a successful evolutionary progression within the series, with the nature and
its depiction of truly traumatised unstable minds being exceptional.
July 31, 2024
First off, let me start by saying that I am an avid romance reader. And with the genre of romance, there are different types of tropes. With that said, I have had my fair share of reading dark romance. My favorites are usually mafia dark romance.
My first , Ryan Mundy book was Stalked, Wonderful and great read if you haven’t read it I suggest you do it gives you a bit of an insight before you read Ruined. I had the privilege of reading Ryan Mundy’s Ruined book as a beta reader and the anticipation of waiting for a new chapter as I read this book was intense. I do want to say if you’re gonna read this book read the trigger warnings, just like any other authors that has a dark romance book with trigger warnings. Read them first because it might not be your cup of tea Ruined is a MMF romance. Blake, the FMC heroine who has a traumatic experience which causes her to become mute. Enter 2 MMCs and they become the Ying and the Yang to her. Jace is, I don’t like to use the word soft but he’s a softy when it comes to Blake, I know wrong choice of words I can’t think of a good word for him and Ryker is the rough one when it comes to Blake, both MMCs begin understand what she has gone through and they will do anything to keep her safe. Ryker is intense himself, with a traumatic past and because of that he knows what Blake needs and Jace is the balance to both of them really. This book is the best that I’ve read for Ryan Mundy like I said I started with Stalked and went down the Ryan Mundy rabbit hole of reading her other books. I’m still not done but Ruined I absolutely, enjoyed every minute of that and if you want a good dark Romance with a bit of softness and roughness blended together, I guess my best words to describe this book, but like I said again, read the trigger warnings because it might not be for the faint of heart I loved this book Ryan Mundy. This was the best book yet in my opinion great writing great storyline and I can’t wait to read more.
My first , Ryan Mundy book was Stalked, Wonderful and great read if you haven’t read it I suggest you do it gives you a bit of an insight before you read Ruined. I had the privilege of reading Ryan Mundy’s Ruined book as a beta reader and the anticipation of waiting for a new chapter as I read this book was intense. I do want to say if you’re gonna read this book read the trigger warnings, just like any other authors that has a dark romance book with trigger warnings. Read them first because it might not be your cup of tea Ruined is a MMF romance. Blake, the FMC heroine who has a traumatic experience which causes her to become mute. Enter 2 MMCs and they become the Ying and the Yang to her. Jace is, I don’t like to use the word soft but he’s a softy when it comes to Blake, I know wrong choice of words I can’t think of a good word for him and Ryker is the rough one when it comes to Blake, both MMCs begin understand what she has gone through and they will do anything to keep her safe. Ryker is intense himself, with a traumatic past and because of that he knows what Blake needs and Jace is the balance to both of them really. This book is the best that I’ve read for Ryan Mundy like I said I started with Stalked and went down the Ryan Mundy rabbit hole of reading her other books. I’m still not done but Ruined I absolutely, enjoyed every minute of that and if you want a good dark Romance with a bit of softness and roughness blended together, I guess my best words to describe this book, but like I said again, read the trigger warnings because it might not be for the faint of heart I loved this book Ryan Mundy. This was the best book yet in my opinion great writing great storyline and I can’t wait to read more.
August 9, 2024
I really enjoyed this, it was fresh and new. But wow, was it intense, so many moments I held my breath, anxious for what was about to unfold.
Blake is a survivor, a st@bby one lol but a survivor nonetheless.
In this book, we follow the aftermath of book one in the Deranged Series, where Blake had been abducted and tortured. I had no idea just how dark this book was going to get. Ryan has written beautifully. The attention to detail in this book really made it pull on my heart.
I loved Blake. Despite her having no voice, no self esteem, confidence, or self-worth, she channelled it into control. This was my first read that incorporated ASL, and I feel it was executed very well.
Jace had so much empathy and understanding for Blake. Yes, he was hired to protect her, but what should have been a simple task turned out to be bigger than he could have imagined. Jace is sweet, caring, and understanding, and nothing will get in the way of protecting his "Sunshine."
Ryker, he brings something completely different to the table. He's the total opposite of Jace. He pushes Blakes buttons craving a reaction. He's unhinged and unpredictable, and Blake is drawn to him, just as much as he is her. Deep down, he sees so much of himself in his "Pet," and he can't help but push her to be a better, stronger version of herself.
PLEASE take the TRIGGER WARNINGS seriously. This book covers extremely dark topics and emotions. I highly recommend this read, but I urge you to take care, Your Mental Health Matters.
Now... Cinnamon Roll, anyone?
Blake is a survivor, a st@bby one lol but a survivor nonetheless.
In this book, we follow the aftermath of book one in the Deranged Series, where Blake had been abducted and tortured. I had no idea just how dark this book was going to get. Ryan has written beautifully. The attention to detail in this book really made it pull on my heart.
I loved Blake. Despite her having no voice, no self esteem, confidence, or self-worth, she channelled it into control. This was my first read that incorporated ASL, and I feel it was executed very well.
Jace had so much empathy and understanding for Blake. Yes, he was hired to protect her, but what should have been a simple task turned out to be bigger than he could have imagined. Jace is sweet, caring, and understanding, and nothing will get in the way of protecting his "Sunshine."
Ryker, he brings something completely different to the table. He's the total opposite of Jace. He pushes Blakes buttons craving a reaction. He's unhinged and unpredictable, and Blake is drawn to him, just as much as he is her. Deep down, he sees so much of himself in his "Pet," and he can't help but push her to be a better, stronger version of herself.
PLEASE take the TRIGGER WARNINGS seriously. This book covers extremely dark topics and emotions. I highly recommend this read, but I urge you to take care, Your Mental Health Matters.
Now... Cinnamon Roll, anyone?
August 2, 2024
****ARC REVIEW*****
What a story. This was my first Ryan Mundy novel and first novel of this trope and with this many trigger warnings.
I went in trepidatiously and found myself surprised how much I liked it. There were some aspects I didn’t like, the knife play and blood play but thats my ick, nothing to do with the way it was written.
We meet Jace and Ryker. Both hitmen yet so different. Jace has a softer side to him. He is willing to take a job protecting someone. Meanwhile Ryker is a classic hitman and in no way interested in protecting anyone.
The person they have to protect is Blake, she has been through unimaginable things but is still a strong woman, with a penchant for stabbing anyone who touches her.
The relationship between the 3 of them is unusual to say the least. To one she is sunshine, to the other she is pet. She loves them both and i find their relationships to be scary yet beautiful. She finds herself falling in love with them both equally and both men accept this and give her a part of each other that she needs. One the pain she desires for and the other the protection she’s always craved.
At the heart of it, i feel, this story is about 3 people who are looking for someone or something to heal them. They find each other in extraordinary circumstances and realise all they need is each other. Together all 3 find peace and love,
What a story. This was my first Ryan Mundy novel and first novel of this trope and with this many trigger warnings.
I went in trepidatiously and found myself surprised how much I liked it. There were some aspects I didn’t like, the knife play and blood play but thats my ick, nothing to do with the way it was written.
We meet Jace and Ryker. Both hitmen yet so different. Jace has a softer side to him. He is willing to take a job protecting someone. Meanwhile Ryker is a classic hitman and in no way interested in protecting anyone.
The person they have to protect is Blake, she has been through unimaginable things but is still a strong woman, with a penchant for stabbing anyone who touches her.
The relationship between the 3 of them is unusual to say the least. To one she is sunshine, to the other she is pet. She loves them both and i find their relationships to be scary yet beautiful. She finds herself falling in love with them both equally and both men accept this and give her a part of each other that she needs. One the pain she desires for and the other the protection she’s always craved.
At the heart of it, i feel, this story is about 3 people who are looking for someone or something to heal them. They find each other in extraordinary circumstances and realise all they need is each other. Together all 3 find peace and love,
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
August 2, 2024
This book was quite engaging, even though I haven't read the first one. They stand alone well. Here’s a breakdown: The mix of dark romance and spicy scenes is intense, with some very creative moments. However, the spicy scenes sometimes made me question how the main character would cope with her past traumas.
The main character is very unique—she’s tough, loves sweets, and uses ASL, which I appreciated for its inclusiveness. The story starts a bit slowly in the first ten chapters, but it picks up as you get more details. There are both fast-paced and slower moments, but nothing that made me dislike the book.
Ryan’s writing strikes a great balance between humor and serious topics. The dynamics between Blake, Jace, and Ryker are excellent. Jace is the kind, attentive one, while Ryker is the tough, commanding figure. Their different personalities and their interactions with Blake are entertaining.
The flashbacks are powerful and give a deep understanding of Blake’s anger and trauma, adding a lot of emotional depth to the story.
Blake’s character development is impressive. It’s heartwarming to see her start to trust again, and her relationships with Jace and Ryker are very engaging. If you like dark mafia romance with a lot of spice, this book is definitely worth a read. Just be sure to check the trigger warnings since it includes some heavy themes.
The main character is very unique—she’s tough, loves sweets, and uses ASL, which I appreciated for its inclusiveness. The story starts a bit slowly in the first ten chapters, but it picks up as you get more details. There are both fast-paced and slower moments, but nothing that made me dislike the book.
Ryan’s writing strikes a great balance between humor and serious topics. The dynamics between Blake, Jace, and Ryker are excellent. Jace is the kind, attentive one, while Ryker is the tough, commanding figure. Their different personalities and their interactions with Blake are entertaining.
The flashbacks are powerful and give a deep understanding of Blake’s anger and trauma, adding a lot of emotional depth to the story.
Blake’s character development is impressive. It’s heartwarming to see her start to trust again, and her relationships with Jace and Ryker are very engaging. If you like dark mafia romance with a lot of spice, this book is definitely worth a read. Just be sure to check the trigger warnings since it includes some heavy themes.
July 25, 2024
4.5⭐️
This book was my second book of this author and i think i can easily say that she is becoming one of my fav dark romance author!! Wow this book was everything. I am completely in love with all of the characters but i have a little something more for ryker 🙊 (crazy psycho are my biggest weakness so that might explain why i love him more). Blake story was tragic and her character development was made so perfectly, seeing her starting to trust again was so freaking beautiful to read🥺 The only thing that bothered me was the fact that blake hates to be touch and she also doesn't trust anyone near her so i didn't understand why she was so easy towards ryker , like she didn't knew him and the first time they met she let him touch her 🐱 that's the only reason im not giving a 5 star i would've love to see a little bit of a development between Blake and Ryker before they go straight to the point (if you know what i mean 😏) a little bit like Blake and jace i feel like they had such a good relationship development compares to Blake and Ryker , other then that i loved everything in this book, the spice was perfect, the story line was really nice and in the end i really liked their relationship ☺️ if you like dark mafia romance with spice and a why choose trope this book is for you!
This book was my second book of this author and i think i can easily say that she is becoming one of my fav dark romance author!! Wow this book was everything. I am completely in love with all of the characters but i have a little something more for ryker 🙊 (crazy psycho are my biggest weakness so that might explain why i love him more). Blake story was tragic and her character development was made so perfectly, seeing her starting to trust again was so freaking beautiful to read🥺 The only thing that bothered me was the fact that blake hates to be touch and she also doesn't trust anyone near her so i didn't understand why she was so easy towards ryker , like she didn't knew him and the first time they met she let him touch her 🐱 that's the only reason im not giving a 5 star i would've love to see a little bit of a development between Blake and Ryker before they go straight to the point (if you know what i mean 😏) a little bit like Blake and jace i feel like they had such a good relationship development compares to Blake and Ryker , other then that i loved everything in this book, the spice was perfect, the story line was really nice and in the end i really liked their relationship ☺️ if you like dark mafia romance with spice and a why choose trope this book is for you!
December 4, 2024
This book took me so long to read because I took a long break in the middle simply because the writing was so bad. I hate not finishing a book but I was very tempted to DNF. I understand everyone’s preferred writing style is different, but I’m talking about terrible grammar, poorly written sentences, poorly used metaphors, strange sentence structure. I don’t understand why so many poorly written books are so popular.
The story was okay, but a lot didn’t make sense. Apparently Blake told her dad multiple times, who was a prick and a hard ass (I mean he is in charge of the Russian mafia I get it) that her bodyguard was a pervy creep that was just biding his time to SA her. Yet her mom had no idea and she never mentioned it to her mom? What?
How do you call it a romance when Jace falls in love with this girl he knows nothing about and can’t communicate with and who stabs him multiple times and then all of a sudden “I would do anything for this girl.” Naw, I think you just find her attractive… and then Ryker straight up violently SA her and she is in love with him too….
It’s more about a couple of guys that sense they can control this chick so they think it’s love and she is so messed up she is cool with it.
Can we have better standards for writing and story, even in smut?
The story was okay, but a lot didn’t make sense. Apparently Blake told her dad multiple times, who was a prick and a hard ass (I mean he is in charge of the Russian mafia I get it) that her bodyguard was a pervy creep that was just biding his time to SA her. Yet her mom had no idea and she never mentioned it to her mom? What?
How do you call it a romance when Jace falls in love with this girl he knows nothing about and can’t communicate with and who stabs him multiple times and then all of a sudden “I would do anything for this girl.” Naw, I think you just find her attractive… and then Ryker straight up violently SA her and she is in love with him too….
It’s more about a couple of guys that sense they can control this chick so they think it’s love and she is so messed up she is cool with it.
Can we have better standards for writing and story, even in smut?
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
July 28, 2024
Fuck me! @authorryanmundy you have made me appreciate a little MM with my MFM🫠
Damn! This book had me hooked from the start!
I love discovering new authors and their twisted minds 😆
This was my first book from Ryan and she has gained a new fan😏
Ugh! I want to talk so much about this book but I hate to give spoilers, ok fuckers go read this book and DM me later🤣
The characters in this story were so broken but wholesome.
The FMC is a fucking fighter, speaking from trauma expedience, my fight or flight is basically shut down and dissociate but Blake, that bitch is so strong and stabby 🤪 I wish I could be her one day🤣
The golden retriever hit man killer and the psycho with a soft spot for her ugh! Yummy 🤤
Recommend 💯
Available now on Amazon and KU
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Damn! This book had me hooked from the start!
I love discovering new authors and their twisted minds 😆
This was my first book from Ryan and she has gained a new fan😏
Ugh! I want to talk so much about this book but I hate to give spoilers, ok fuckers go read this book and DM me later🤣
The characters in this story were so broken but wholesome.
The FMC is a fucking fighter, speaking from trauma expedience, my fight or flight is basically shut down and dissociate but Blake, that bitch is so strong and stabby 🤪 I wish I could be her one day🤣
The golden retriever hit man killer and the psycho with a soft spot for her ugh! Yummy 🤤
Recommend 💯
Available now on Amazon and KU
#booksbooksbooks #romanceclub #bookstoread #bookish #bookishcommunity #mafiaromance
#darkromancebook #bookrec #cliterature #steaybooks #morallygrey
July 29, 2024
Wowzers!! Blake Volkov, our mute, thick, and super stabby FMC, completely stole my heart. Seriously, her love for stabbing people is both hilarious and strangely satisfying.
Ryan’s writing is a perfect blend of banter and serious moments. Blake’s dynamic with Jace and Ryker is just superb. Jace is the sweet, attentive one, and Ryker is the surly, spanky daddy with a mask. Their contrasting personalities and how they handle Blake are so entertaining.
The flashbacks are intense and hit you right in the feels, making you understand Blake’s rage and trauma on a whole new level. The emotional and psychological depth is just incredible.
Blake’s character development is amazing. Watching her start to trust again was beautiful, and her interactions with Jace and Ryker are everything. If you love dark mafia RH romance with a lot of spice, you HAVE to read this book. Just remember to check the trigger warnings because this book doesn’t hold back.
Ryan’s writing is a perfect blend of banter and serious moments. Blake’s dynamic with Jace and Ryker is just superb. Jace is the sweet, attentive one, and Ryker is the surly, spanky daddy with a mask. Their contrasting personalities and how they handle Blake are so entertaining.
The flashbacks are intense and hit you right in the feels, making you understand Blake’s rage and trauma on a whole new level. The emotional and psychological depth is just incredible.
Blake’s character development is amazing. Watching her start to trust again was beautiful, and her interactions with Jace and Ryker are everything. If you love dark mafia RH romance with a lot of spice, you HAVE to read this book. Just remember to check the trigger warnings because this book doesn’t hold back.
July 30, 2024
My first read for this author and it was a trip! Though this is book 2 in her Deranged series, I read it as a standalone and did not feel like I was missing plotlines, as there are a lot of flashback scenes.
Ruined is a dark and very spicy why-choose romance that follows a protection contract for a stabby Mafia princess (Blake). Her protectors (Jace and Ryker) are ex-military best friends who are contractors-for-hire. All three have been through intense traumas that have shaped their lives. As they learn more about each other, Blake finds comfort in and desire for each of the men as they strive to keep her alive from a plethora of bad players.
As always, make sure to read all the TWs before you dive in to make sure this is a book for you. These include:
💀 Mafia
💀 MFM
💀 SA (flashbacks)
💀 Torture (flashbacks and on-page)
💀 Knife/blood play
While admittedly a bit darker than I usually read, I did enjoy this book and will be adding more of Ryan's books to my TBR.
Ruined is a dark and very spicy why-choose romance that follows a protection contract for a stabby Mafia princess (Blake). Her protectors (Jace and Ryker) are ex-military best friends who are contractors-for-hire. All three have been through intense traumas that have shaped their lives. As they learn more about each other, Blake finds comfort in and desire for each of the men as they strive to keep her alive from a plethora of bad players.
As always, make sure to read all the TWs before you dive in to make sure this is a book for you. These include:
💀 Mafia
💀 MFM
💀 SA (flashbacks)
💀 Torture (flashbacks and on-page)
💀 Knife/blood play
While admittedly a bit darker than I usually read, I did enjoy this book and will be adding more of Ryan's books to my TBR.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
July 22, 2024
This book was interesting. I will start by saying I haven’t read the first one but they’re standalone. Nope I’ll start on the book. So the dark romance to spice ratio was very high. The spicy scenes were definitely creative though at times had me wondering when the first FMC might run given her trauma triggers. The FMC is extremely stabby, has a sweet tooth, and uses ASL which you don’t always see but I love the inclusive factor. The plot line was good though I’ll admit the first 10 chapters felt kind of slow paced but you could information that the more you kept with it the more you learned. It had a few fast and slow moments but nothing that made me personally dislike the book. Overall I loved the check points it hit, the plot twists, the dark romance, and the spice factor.
July 29, 2024
This SERVED
I read this in one sitting! Baby Blake didn’t deserve nothing that happened to her but without it happening she wouldn’t have met Jace and Ryker! Ugh i hated my girl having to suffer! Baby Jace was catching strays left and right until they got to the cabin lmaooo. And Luna! MAY SHE ROT! They should’ve left her where they found her with her crazy obsessed self! Can’t believe she did that but she also got what she deserved! Peak moment when Blake spoke for the 1st time was awesome! For both Jace and Ryker! Learning what her dad did with him not believing made me look at him with disgust. Wish she would’ve ended him too but beggars can’t be choosers! This was my 1st from this author and i loved it. Can’t wait to read more!
I read this in one sitting! Baby Blake didn’t deserve nothing that happened to her but without it happening she wouldn’t have met Jace and Ryker! Ugh i hated my girl having to suffer! Baby Jace was catching strays left and right until they got to the cabin lmaooo. And Luna! MAY SHE ROT! They should’ve left her where they found her with her crazy obsessed self! Can’t believe she did that but she also got what she deserved! Peak moment when Blake spoke for the 1st time was awesome! For both Jace and Ryker! Learning what her dad did with him not believing made me look at him with disgust. Wish she would’ve ended him too but beggars can’t be choosers! This was my 1st from this author and i loved it. Can’t wait to read more!
July 29, 2024
This was such an addicting read!
My heart broke for Blake so many times. Learning about her history and seeing all the breakdowns she had throughout the book tore me to pieces. I loved that Jace and Ryker were there for her. Although it took Ryker some time to realize he was actually good for her and liked her more than he cared to admit in the beginning, the love that they all had for each other was beautiful to see. Even though this story did follow a dark path, there was some light in it. The love, the spicy moments, and some comical moments had me enjoying the book even more. And that epilogue was amazing. This was my first Ryan Mundy book and now I definitely want to check out her others!
My heart broke for Blake so many times. Learning about her history and seeing all the breakdowns she had throughout the book tore me to pieces. I loved that Jace and Ryker were there for her. Although it took Ryker some time to realize he was actually good for her and liked her more than he cared to admit in the beginning, the love that they all had for each other was beautiful to see. Even though this story did follow a dark path, there was some light in it. The love, the spicy moments, and some comical moments had me enjoying the book even more. And that epilogue was amazing. This was my first Ryan Mundy book and now I definitely want to check out her others!
July 30, 2024
To say I inhaled this book would be an understatement. I fell in love with Ryan Mundy after picking up book 1 of this series, Stalked. And couldn't wait to see where her next book would take us.
This story follows our stabby, thick baby Blake and the two men tasked with protecting her. I don't want to give too much away, but Blake has a pension for pulling knives out at random times and using them as she pleases and I loved it. I was literally laughing out loud every time she was using one on someone. Blake was a phenomenal character. The flashbacks she kept experiencing were heartbreaking. You couldn't help but love her and want to root for her!
This is a dark, dark romance. So before anything else, please take a look at the trigger warning/content list.
This story follows our stabby, thick baby Blake and the two men tasked with protecting her. I don't want to give too much away, but Blake has a pension for pulling knives out at random times and using them as she pleases and I loved it. I was literally laughing out loud every time she was using one on someone. Blake was a phenomenal character. The flashbacks she kept experiencing were heartbreaking. You couldn't help but love her and want to root for her!
This is a dark, dark romance. So before anything else, please take a look at the trigger warning/content list.
August 2, 2024
Ruined by Ryan Mundy is a dark mafia romance novel. This book was also a why choose book. I really enjoyed the emotional journey this book took you on and all the ups and downs. The banter was great and added a different element to the emotional side of things. I adored the characters how they interacted with each other. While the MMCs went about things in a very different way their ultimate goal was to protect and care for the FMC.
Blake has been through a lot. Jace is very protective of Blake because he was sent to hide her. Ryker is different he is more on the rough side. Both are obsessed and perfect in their own way and the chemistry is all there.
This book was great and I enjoyed all of it. I can not wait to read more from Ryan Mundy.
Blake has been through a lot. Jace is very protective of Blake because he was sent to hide her. Ryker is different he is more on the rough side. Both are obsessed and perfect in their own way and the chemistry is all there.
This book was great and I enjoyed all of it. I can not wait to read more from Ryan Mundy.
May 20, 2025
This is my favourite book of Ryan Mundy’s so far. I absolutely loved this story. The different dynamic Blake had with Jace and then Ryker was incredible. The spice was great although I could have done without the tampon scene! Haha
One thing I really did not like was the way Dimitri and Mila were portrayed as these awful parents in this book. I felt like it didn’t match their characters at all after reading the War Path series. One of my biggest dislikes in Ryan Mundy’s books is the inconsistencies throughout each book. While I admit, this book was much better than the previous, it still had a couple inconsistencies.
Overall this book was 4.5 stars for me and I can’t wait to read the next ones.
One thing I really did not like was the way Dimitri and Mila were portrayed as these awful parents in this book. I felt like it didn’t match their characters at all after reading the War Path series. One of my biggest dislikes in Ryan Mundy’s books is the inconsistencies throughout each book. While I admit, this book was much better than the previous, it still had a couple inconsistencies.
Overall this book was 4.5 stars for me and I can’t wait to read the next ones.
July 21, 2024
honestly, it was an okayish book. i felt like the relationships between the characters were moving too fast and way too abruptly. it didn’t have enough build up for the emotions to actually hit.
i liked the plot twist, but only because i wasn’t expecting it. i didn’t like it for the reason that plot came to be. i also thought that there would be something deeper and more hateful between her father and her, but it did end up feeling kind of plain.
the smut was good, though. and i really liked how the author managed to get a nice balance between the men for her.
i liked how stabby the fmc was. she was a strong character and i generally loved her vibe.
i liked the plot twist, but only because i wasn’t expecting it. i didn’t like it for the reason that plot came to be. i also thought that there would be something deeper and more hateful between her father and her, but it did end up feeling kind of plain.
the smut was good, though. and i really liked how the author managed to get a nice balance between the men for her.
i liked how stabby the fmc was. she was a strong character and i generally loved her vibe.
August 2, 2024
Just Wow
This is my first book by this author and I was completely blown away. Make sure you read the triggers before you read because there are a lot. This book is definitely dark.
I love how strong Blake is even though she doesn't think she is. She's fierce and takes no crap from people anymore. Jace and Ryker are both hitmen and have been through a lot themselves. They are hired to protect her but more comes out of protecting her. They both end up wanting more and the attraction between them all is fire.
So much happens in this book and don't want to give anything away, just check it out and read.
This is my first book by this author and I was completely blown away. Make sure you read the triggers before you read because there are a lot. This book is definitely dark.
I love how strong Blake is even though she doesn't think she is. She's fierce and takes no crap from people anymore. Jace and Ryker are both hitmen and have been through a lot themselves. They are hired to protect her but more comes out of protecting her. They both end up wanting more and the attraction between them all is fire.
So much happens in this book and don't want to give anything away, just check it out and read.
August 10, 2024
Blake, Jace and Ryker's dynamic is one I love reading about. Jace, the protective, sweet, caring one and Ryker, the dark, broody, obsessed one both have the same goal. That is to protect Blake from the mafia, but they all learned a lot about themselves and ultimately protected one another.
Ruined is a dark mafia, why choose romance that is filled with heavy themes, and may be disturbing to some, but is truly a well written twisted, dark romance. Learning about the trauma Blake, Ryker and Jace have endured and how they each help the other truly touched my heart. I felt every emotion reading this story and can not wait to read the next book. Thank you for the ARC.
Ruined is a dark mafia, why choose romance that is filled with heavy themes, and may be disturbing to some, but is truly a well written twisted, dark romance. Learning about the trauma Blake, Ryker and Jace have endured and how they each help the other truly touched my heart. I felt every emotion reading this story and can not wait to read the next book. Thank you for the ARC.
July 31, 2024
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️
Dark romance
Mafia
MFM
Jealous/possessive behavior
Age gap
Touch her & die
Blood/Knife play
HOLYSHITBALLS! READ ALL TW!! Just be goodgirl/boy and read them and don’t go in fully blind.
I could not put this book down, unsure what that may say about me but nearly everything hit the spot. I did feel some things were rushed and repeated. I really wanted more from getting revenge etc… without saying too much.
The flashbacks in this book made me had all the damn feels, I was sad, I was angry and I felt their pain. It made the book just that little better.
Jace and Ryker: Best Friends, ex military turned hitmen turned protectors. They were asked to protect her, what they didn’t know is that the Russian mafia princess was Mute, had been tortured and likes to Stab.
Ryker might be difficult and likes to cut me while ripping my ass apart. - Blake
Jace is the one that broke through that steel wall around my heart. - Blake
Blake Volkov: Daughter of the Pakhan. Was taken and tortured, that’s when she lost her voice. She is full of hate, and her trauma is like nothing you’ve read before. She may have lost her voice but there’s still fight in her, just ask the knife the always keeps in her pockets.
The spice was something else, some things I had question myself as to why I was not put off by it. I ATE THIS UP!
The end…..maybe.
🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️
Dark romance
Mafia
MFM
Jealous/possessive behavior
Age gap
Touch her & die
Blood/Knife play
HOLYSHITBALLS! READ ALL TW!! Just be goodgirl/boy and read them and don’t go in fully blind.
I could not put this book down, unsure what that may say about me but nearly everything hit the spot. I did feel some things were rushed and repeated. I really wanted more from getting revenge etc… without saying too much.
The flashbacks in this book made me had all the damn feels, I was sad, I was angry and I felt their pain. It made the book just that little better.
Jace and Ryker: Best Friends, ex military turned hitmen turned protectors. They were asked to protect her, what they didn’t know is that the Russian mafia princess was Mute, had been tortured and likes to Stab.
Ryker might be difficult and likes to cut me while ripping my ass apart. - Blake
Jace is the one that broke through that steel wall around my heart. - Blake
Blake Volkov: Daughter of the Pakhan. Was taken and tortured, that’s when she lost her voice. She is full of hate, and her trauma is like nothing you’ve read before. She may have lost her voice but there’s still fight in her, just ask the knife the always keeps in her pockets.
The spice was something else, some things I had question myself as to why I was not put off by it. I ATE THIS UP!
The end…..maybe.
July 30, 2024
I loved this book! She's a new to me author & I can't wait to read more from her! This is Blake & her guys' story & it was a heartbreaking one. They've all been through so much trauma & when they're hired to protect her, she feels like she's broken. Her story was a hard one, she's been through a lot of horrible things at the hands of people she thought she could trust. It took a while for her to come around, & she found out that she's a total badass. Please keep in mind this isn't an easy read. I loved the spice & seeing them all get their HEA! Highly recommend this book & author!
July 31, 2024
This book is a dark MFM romance, I highly encourage you review the trigger warnings as we all read at different levels of dark. For me this book was good I was so absorbed by Blake and her trauma, not to mention the boys and all they have endured through life. I give this read ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️….. There is some heat in these sheets ! I won’t give spoilers away go read the blurb but there were some twists in the story I did not see coming 👀. My favourite line that has my mind still reeling is ‘maybe’. I really would like some more ‘maybe’.
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