Atlas I’ve watched her from the day she saved us. From the shadows. From the cameras. Then from inches away in bed. But when I find her seconds from losing her life, it isn’t her I zeroed in on, it was him. And he has to die. No one is taking this girl from me. Not when she’s finally mine.
Kim She is everything to me. My savior, my heart, my very reason to breathe. Yet, when I’m rendered helpless, something inside me cracks. Changes me so irrefutably, I will never be the same. I will save her, no matter what I have to do, even if it kills me.
Joaquin How could I have let myself be so stupid? Betrayal clouded my judgment, then fear kept me at arm’s length. Only to realize that she is the most important person in my life. I’ll never forgive myself if something happens to her before I can tell her how much she means to me. I just hope I get the chance to tell her.
Lake Not again. Too many times, I’ve watched my friends suffer. I’m the one who needs the pain, yet I could never save them. I would not survive watching her fall to the same fate. Our enemies must pay, and it’s my job to make sure even the devil himself will fear us.
Blake Blessing is just a working mom that loves art in all forms, and all genres of romance. Although she enjoys writing romance of the steamier variety.
I am so heart broken that this series and ended. I fell in love with these characters and they will always hold a special place in my heart.
Beasty. It has been so nice to see how she has grown since the first book. Beasty was a feisty girl when she was young and it seemed she had lost a little bit of that as she grew older. Don't get me wrong Beasty still knew how to take care of herself and had no problems putting people in their place but when it came to the boys she withdrew into herself. While reading Crazed I saw the shift in her actions and how she came more into herself and it showed a lot in this book and I am so proud of her.
Kim. Oh my gosh this boy knows how to make a girl blush, gush and have butterflies. He was always the sweetest boy in the group and I just loved him something serious. He really grew throughout this series. From his tragic past to his bright future. This book we saw a difference in him...a darkness that was hiding but shown when the time was right. I loved his relationship to Beasty. I love how he cared about her. How he never stopped loving her even when she left them the first time. This book you could see just how much his love showed and it just made me giddy.
Joaquin. Mannnnnnnnnnnnnn did he piss me off in the first two books. That man really does have anger issues and he let that anger cloud his judgement sometimes. I swear there were moments where I wanted to reach in that book and shake some sense into him. He held onto his anger so much that he almost lost something so important to him. What I loved was the shift in him that happened in Crazed. He was already trying to let go of his pain but the moment when Beasty came and saved them that is when all hate for her left his body. Even though he knew he shouldn't have hated her to begin with. I loved him so much in this book because I saw his growth and it was just wonderful to see.
Atlas. Ohhhh how I loved and hated him haha. I think he pissed me off the most because he is the one that always watched Beasty so you would think he knew how she was feeling. Yes they spoke only once but he should have know how she was feeling. Then he would have realized just how much she was suffering being alone. She felt unloved and unwanted by so many people and my heart broke for Beasty. But my heart broke for them because I realized why they did what they did. He grew so much in this book as well. It was to the point that he became my favorite at one point but I love all the boy equally...well almost. I love Kim a little bit more haha. Atlas changed a lot in this book and he just made my heart sing.
Lake. The protector. The leader. The lover. The man who started everything. I love all the boys growth in this book. He grew from making rash decisions and risky choices and actually listened. This man always tried to do things on his own but seeing him finally accept help was nice to see because in the last book he almost didn't survive. His love for Beasty and his guys really showed this book. That and how he was able to accept a power that later would be great for him.
I loved all the guys in this book. Did they make me mad? Of course they did but they always made up for it. I am going to miss my boys but their story is one for the ages.
And…. Drum rolls… we are done with the collection series and I loved it. Each and every character had a place in my heart. First of all, let’s talk about the book itself. I think it was a great conclusion to the series. Each character had a noticeable growth to it. And I loved how they eventually joined the mafia and Lake unexpectedly became the leader. I also loved Parker’s scenes I really really need to read his and his brothers’s series it sounds so good. And even though Gio and Adrian were the “villains” in here i still didn’t hate them don’t ask me why, I actually felt kinda bad they died lol. Lastly, about the ending, I feel like it was a bit rushed. Like all those scenes could have happened a little sooner since they weren’t given their right time in my opinion. But I liked the bonus scene where she announced her pregnancy it was cute. And now, the rankings of the characters: 1. Atlas - I don’t think we are surprised by this. His character is strong and he knows what he wants(and will get it😏😩iykyk) 2. Lake - He was my favorite in the first book but got to second place only because of atlas duh. 3. Kim - My sweet sweet Kimmy. He’s a softy from the outside but also has a touch of darkness in the inside. 4. Joaquin - He was my least favorite throughout the series only because he took so damn long to realize his feelings for her.
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This is the fourth and final book in Blake Blessings “The Collection” series and I am honestly not ready to say goodbye to these incredible characters. I was completely swept away from the very first page which picks up precisely where book 3 left off- in the thick of the action. Watching these characters evolve into stronger, more self-aware versions of themselves while building such a fierce, loyal found family was everything I could’ve hoped for and more. The emotional depth, the tension from threats closing in on all sides, and the intense push for peace kept me devouring this book. And those crossover appearances? Pure fan-service magic—I was living for every second of it. The chemistry, the drama, the growth, the bonds- it all came together so beautifully. Every lingering question and concern was put to rest in the most satisfying way. I’m obsessed, I’m emotional, and I already want to dive back in all over again.
The first thoughts I have are of just how much they cared about Quillium when most books would have somehow kept him alive without bringing him into the mix. I love that it was Kim thought of it after waking up, and they didnt hesitate to turn around before leaving town. And that je got a brand new home. Lolol. These characters are so flawed yet grew up to become better than their childhoods, without losing who they really were.. I loved these books. Gio and Adrian, they were so lost in their misery.... Kim really came out of his shell... this has less spice than most books, but when it was there... dang. I always say I need a plot with my romance, and this author did not disappoint there. These are the first books I've read by her, but want to see what Parker, Grey, Little Love and the other guys ( can't remember his name ) story is. Oh and the ranger guy. Lol. Even Vienna. Hopefully they all ahbe a series cause I'm here for it.
We are finally done with this series, and I have to admit that I actually liked this book the most out of all of them. There was quite a bit of action to keep things interesting, and we finaly had some spicy times with everyone, as well.
Sure, there were some plot points that just didn't make sense or were unnecessary, but overall, I didn't hapt it at all. Or is it that I am just so glad that the series is over, I'm happy to leave a bettern review? Who knows?
Things got a little too complicated with two law enforcement people, multiple deaths, three mafia leaders, and all the frame jobs going on. Add that into the mysterious Network, plus we get more of Parker in addition to our guys and their people, and there was just so much going on that it felt like it almost got out of our author's control.
I don't know if I would recommend this to others. I guess if you have read any other series of this author, this one kindof ties in, so you may enjoy that.
The fourth and final book in The Collection series. Beasty and The Fashion Boys (Lake, Atlas, Kim and Joaquin). Series needs to be read in order. This was a series of growth as individuals and as a group. Branded really has them come together as a unit and really show the found family feeling and how much they care about each other as they work together. Just as with the others this one has them facing dangers encountering enemies and forming alliances to get to a happier safer place for them all. I really enjoyed the epilogue and the full closure for them and the series. Oh and I absolutely loved seeing some old favorites pop up.
Why choose MMFMM Touch them & dı€ Found Family Criminal Underworld/ Mafia
The final book in "The Collection" series and what a ride it was....Beasty, man, she grew up and found herself and helped each of the boys heal and find themselves. We got glimpses of people from other series and see where they are now and that was fun but it was a good ending. I'm glad that I stayed around to see how it all turned out. Think that Joaquin was who this book was for, for him to finally come to terms with everything that has happened in his life, the others found themselves in the other books (and finished their growth in this one) but Joaquin was still so broken. I'm glad they have their happy for now and hope that it stays that way. Loved the side characters. Spice as always we hot.
This is the final book in the Collection Series and what an epic ending this was! It definetely delivers the intense, emotional payoff we all have been waiting . This book is the culmination of all the chaos,tension, and complicated relatioships that have been building throughout. The characters are flawed and sometimes frustrating but you can do no other but love beasty and the fashion boys. The book leans heavily on dark and heavy but if you like morally grey characters and emotionally charged romance this is the book to read! I loved seeing parker,grey and amorette and getting a glimse on how they are doing. Books and Bishop and Fletcher and all the little cameos!
The fourth and final book of The Collection series started off with a bang and continued to captivate me until the last page. Each character underwent growth and formed a strong family. They learned the importance of honesty, trust, support, and made new friends along the way. There were mafia wars, intricate plots, and explosive chemistry. It’s a truly phenomenal story.
Snatched Edged Crazed Branded release date 3/19/26
⚔️poly ❤️found family 🔪touch her & 💀 🖤whychoose 🔪touch them & 💀 🥵 spice
I cant believe its over!! Beasty and her Fashion Boys will always hold a place in my heart. This series has been a roller-coaster of emotions. Beasty and her boys have been on quite the journey. Filled with so many different obstacles, twists, and turns. At the end of the day, they finally get their well deserved happy ending! Of course there was humor throughout, steamy goodness, sadness, hope and healing. I was so proud to see the growth in each of the main characters. Most importantly I love the family the created. Another fantastic series by Blake Blessing!
The Happily Ever After for Beastly and the Fashion Boys was definitely earned! I loved that in this final chapter of the story we get to see them all come together and enjoy their family. Yes, they have to defeat many’s heads of the mafia. There was fear for each other and some minor groveling to occur, but the love they have for each other is so apparent. And the Carnage Brothers and Cardinal Sins cameos just make me so happy. But seeing Beasty and the boys spend time together and be together (not just in an epilogue) was so much fun to read.
Bittersweet ending. While I am glad they got a happy ending it was sad that it had come to an end. Beasty and her Fashion Boys have had quite the journey. They faced challenges, threats, danger, violence, pain, regret, separation, guilt, anger but in the end that were stronger and loved hard. They got their happy ending and helped Desiree get her revenge and take back control. I laughed at how Parker wasnt so tough when his wife called him out. There was plenty of action, steam and even some humor Blake through twists and turns and a solid conclusion.
A wrap up of life with the fashion boys. Cressida and the boys have to fight for their lives against the brothers Danny and Donny in the mafia - they kill them both. Then there’s a couple other dudes, Gio and what’s his face they kidnap Cressida and then the boys have to get her back so those guys get killed too. Lake gets Putin charge of the mafia now that they have no leader. Parker and grey from the bastard brothers series help out. The fashion boys and beastie reopen the club and everyone lives HEA.
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"The sun was out, and the air was crisp. A beautiful day to confront the mafia." This line just made me laugh.
Going from Book 3 to Book 4 and knowing it was a HEA kind of diminished any suspense from the ending of the third book. However, there was no way there was any other option. Plus, I finished book 3 and immediately started book 4, so I didn't have to wait long anyway.
Anyway, solid conclusion to the story! Everything is wrapped up nicely. I liked the plot, but at one point, there were so many moving parts, I had to reread it.
I wouldn't mind a cute lil novella in the future from Beasty and her boys as just a catch up. Because the epilogue? GIVE ME MORE.
Branded is booked for in the collection series, and it perfectly finished the series in the best way. The amount of growth from book one through the end of this one was amazing. when I say I want to see character growth…This is a prime example of that. Beastie and her boys used their past experiences to build the life that they wanted and deserved. I’m a little sad that the series is over but I am so glad that I read it.
Branded by Blake Blessing the final book in The Collection series. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️🌶🌶🌶💀💀💀 How do you say goodbye to characters you were obsessed about for the last 2 years, slowly? Now I need the audiobooks so that I can obsessively listen to them. Lol!! The growth of these complex, relatable and endearing characters is pure perfection. The found family dynamics is completely immersing. Beasty and her Boys are working at finding peace but too many threats are closing in from all sides. Lake realises they have to be decisive and brutal to have the peace they so crave. The pop in of Parker, Grey, Andre and Amorette from Bastard Brothers of Carnage and Fletcher from Cardinals sins was pure indulgence. I love it! Trust is hard earned and lasting friendships built brings a happy ending. Tropes: Forced Proximity. Chosen family. Betrayal. Friends to lovers. MM. Why choose. Primal. Quotes: "I understand vengeance, and if this cabrón did what you're inferring he did, I have no problem with the girl taking it out on him. I bet we can even give her some pointers." He grinned.
"There are a bunch of dancers in the hallway standing over dead men. We should probably take care of that, Bishop. Leave those three to their..." Books waved a hand toward the stage like he was at a loss for words, but then he settled on, "therapy."
"You are worthy, Kim. You always have been." She rubbed her nose on my chest. "All of you are. And I have no regrets, not when it brought us here."
I can't believe this series has come to an end! I love seeing all those little bits wrapped up with a pretty bow and no questions left unanswered. Beastie has certainly come into her own in this book, and it's joyful to read. We get small cameos from other series which I love, shout out to Fletcher! I would recommend this series to anyone.
So so glad that they all had a happy ending even more glad that you wrote extra cause I’m not sure if four books is even enough I could read about all of them forever, I need a short story about beasty and the boys years in the future living their best lives with multiple kids
Blake has done it again with her special brand of wild rollercoaster story telling. There are so many twists and turns that you never know what will happen next. I was really excited to see how Beasty was going to get her hard fought happily ever after with the Fashion Boys. Overall, I enjoyed the series.
What an ending to a fabulous series! This book was full of feelings, appreciation that will keep you at the end of your seat and some great humor from some characters. Add it the developing friendships with Parker and his brothers and you will not want to put it down!
My Thoughts: This is the final book in the collection series, and it was a wild ride. I'm so happy Beastly and her Fashion Boys got their happy ending. They had so much character growth throughout the series. This series has drama, found family, why choose, mafia vibes, revenge, and spice. I really enjoyed this series and highly recommend it.
I squealed when this dropped and immediately downloaded it. I really need to sleep too but had to finish it. This series took me on a rollercoaster of emotions but it was worth it. Love this author and haven't read a bad book yet.
Review for series. This story definitely gets better as it progresses. Plot twists hit from all angles, it doesn't drag, and we find out why the characters do the things they do in the first books that get on our nerves. I just hate the name "Beasty".
Honestly I loved this book. I love how they all grow alone and together. It is incredible how much the book covered in the amount of pages I would have thought it would have needed to be a bigger book but I'm so glad it wasn't
Blimey so much was poured into this last book in honestly don't know where to start? We finally get to see Beasty and the guys - Kim, Atlas, Lake and Joaquin all start to feel like a closer group I thought. More so with everything that they faced in this finale. I loved that we also got to see some characters from other series pop up in this one. All went together to make a brilliant ending to a brilliant series.
BOOK REVIEW ✨📖 Branded – Blake Blessing (The Collection)
This one hits differently—there’s something deeper under the darkness.🖤
Still intense and possessive, but with a stronger emotional edge woven through it. It lingers a bit more after you finish, which I loved. (Played on my mind a bit afterwards)