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Chelle Rose

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I hate talking about myself. I'm awkward AF and write super spicy books with twisty plots. Most of my books are dark romance so always check the content warnings!

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21 reviews
July 21, 2026
This third book

Was so good, so in detailed. I love reading those cult, yeah you know who I mean finally get what was coming to them, the scissors oh I totally felt that and I'm a girl.. lol BRILLIANT!!! Heather deserves a happy ending, closure and I feel she finally got peace, got happiness... got love, real love in her life not to mention a real family. Athena is amazing, I love her heart so much. Bones .. Mr. Softy but don't ever tell him I said that lol. Absolutely loved this series. I hope this isn't the end...
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295 reviews7 followers
July 4, 2026
I was desperate for this book after the way Chelle left us in both of the previous books.

The range of emotions I felt reading these books!! I felt like the ending was so perfect for this series.

I loved the crossovers, I loved the journey Heather went on. It was all perfect.

I loved each of these Bonetti brothers, but Killian is my favourite, not sure I expected to say that after the earlier books 😂

A dark and intense read that I couldn’t put down.
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235 reviews1 follower
Review of advance copy received from Author
June 18, 2026
AAAAAHHHHH!!!!!! I hate that it's over but I love this ending! As it says in the trigger warnings, this book is even heavier than the first two so make sure to think about your own mental health! But it was soooo good. The representation of these heavy topics and their aftermath was just so profound. There were some bits that I feel like we might have benefitted from a bit more information, but given the subject matter surrounding those places, I completely understand skimming over it a bit. These small bits did not detract from the story at all, of course, there is just too much going on (in a good way). It's hard to say all that I love without giving away too much. It is the perfect end to the series, even if it did have me worried about 65% through (IYKYK)

Audiobook Review: The cast is absolutely perfect. I cannot say enough good things about Amanda Willow, Joe Arden, James Cassidy, or Sean Masters. They are all some of my favorite narrators and the way they brought this series to life was everything!


Full overall review:
***I'm going to go a bit more in depth from here so this is your spoiler warning ***











I was worried that they handled the big bad with like 30% of the book left to go, but the wrap up was PERFECT. I understand why the book went on longer than expected and I am so glad it did, I needed the closure.

Heather is such a strong character, especially given everything she has gone through. This, of course, is one of the many reasons the triplets adore her. I love that they help her deprogramming by simply reminding her of who she really is, not by offering her simple platitudes. I also love that they are each something that she needs and she is what they all need in different ways. I was really hoping that she would adopt Olivia, but I also really love that she knew she was not ready. I appreciate that Chelle added this in because it also shows Heather's growth. She is letting herself be selfish, as Carter says is allowed to do, but more importantly, she is also doing what is best for her niece. Athena's creation of the home for the girls and her and Bones agreeing to raise Olivia until/if Heather was ready just made my heart swell so much.

I love Knox, I do, but if I could only choose two of the brothers, I would let him go. We are given a more in depth look at him in Retribution and I am very happy that Heather loves him equally with his brothers, especially since he was immediately on the Heather-Bandwagon in Destruction. But I have a thing for psychos and broody assholes, so Killian and Carter are my personal favorites. I did kind of feel bad that he was the last to be with Heather again after she healed enough for it, but Killian and Carter both needed it more and she needed them first. I do appreciate that it was not a super long time between them all, either. And I love his date night idea with just her and one of them every so often!

I love how far both Killian and Carter come in this series as well. Carter is still not fully healed, of course and he may never be, but this also reminds us that that is ok. When he held Olivia and melted, I nearly lost my mind. I nearly screamed at the book "BITCH, IF YOU DON'T ADOPT THAT BABY!!!" I think this also shows that Heather was being selfless as well as selfish, because she DID want to adopt Olivia and if she was truly selfish, she would have, especially with Carter's reaction to her. But she knew that she was not what Olivia needed. I also think that Carter being the one to legally marry Heather was the absolute perfect choice, because they were the OG two. He is the one that rescued (kidnapped) her and brought her into their lives, where she could then save them all. It was just perfect.

I feel like if this was not a "why choose" and Heather had to make a choice, Carter definitely should be it, but I think my choice would be Killian. He's still a dick, but more mellowed out, because their family is whole and they are all what each other needs. But he also needs a brat to tame, that allows him to get his assholishness out in a healthy way. At the end of the book, he is still the leader and protector of his family, but not in a toxic way anymore. His redemption arc was just *chef's kiss*. He's my fave, I will hear no slander about him.

I really need to read the Bonetti brothers series apparently, because I love all of them almost as much as I love the triplets. And Bones immediately adopting Heather as a little sister and being more protective over her even over his own blood cousins is EVERYTHING. His wedding gift to her nearly made me cry and I totally understood after reading that part that that was why she did not want to take it when he tried to give it to her. The addition of "found family", especially when it's technically long-lost family, was the icing on the cake that I did not know I needed. And Heather fitting in with the Bonetti wives nearly made me cry. These are women that have had trauma as well so can understand her, especially Athena, and she does not feel the need to be their saviour, which was her role to the girls of her family. She now has female friends that can just be friends and sisters. And they all get a larger family that loves them and has their back. I just... I can't say enough about this series and this is already the longest review I've ever done outside of high school!
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390 reviews1 follower
October 14, 2026
⭐ 5 ⭐️
🎧 6 🎧
🌶️ 4.7 🌶️

BABYYYY, WE ARE BACK!!!

I’m so excited to return to this dark, twisted universe, but I’m also SAD because this is officially the FINAL BOOK in the series! I’ve been a fan since books one and two, so getting to read and listen to Retribution was everything. Knowing this was the final book had me feeling all kinds of emotions.

This was an intense, dark, twisted, and unhinged conclusion, and I couldn’t have asked for a better ending. The Darkness Trilogy has my heart, and this final book absolutely delivered!

🖤 THE PLOT AND HOW DARK THIS BOOK GOT!

BOOK THREE PICKS UP RIGHT AFTER THAT CLIFFHANGER, AND BABYYYY, MY JAW WAS ON THE FLOOR! The way everything unfolded had me hooked from the beginning. Watching our girl finally get the revenge she desperately needed, with her three men beside her, was the ICING ON THE CAKE!

This was definitely the darkest book of the trilogy. The trauma, secrets, and additional details we learned had me sitting there like, WHAT IN THE ACTUAL WORLD DID I JUST READ?!

The story pulled back even more layers and gave me a deeper understanding of these characters and everything they had endured. Some of their experiences were heartbreaking, and I appreciated how the book showed that healing isn’t simple. Watching them confront their past while trying to move forward made their journeys even more impactful.

This was absolutely a “WHAT DID I JUST READ? LET ME SIT HERE AND COLLECT MYSELF” kind of book! 🖤 Releasing it during spooky season was PERFECT because the dark, twisted vibes were EVERYTHING!

🖤 THE CHARACTERS AND THEIR UNHINGED LITTLE WORLD!

Can we talk about the triplet brothers—Carter, Knox, and Killian—and their little heathen?! BECAUSE I LOVE THEM! These men would do anything for her, giving her the protection and sanctuary she had been missing while she gave them something they desperately needed, too.

They were all broken in their own ways, but together, they created a twisted little world that felt like home. Their connection was intense, complicated, and completely fitting for this series.

I also LOVED seeing characters from Chelle Rose’s previous series pop up again. It was so good to see some of the other characters I’ve already read about while also being introduced to characters from books and series I still need to dive into. I’ll never get tired of watching these characters cross paths in the most chaotic, unhinged ways, and seeing familiar faces always makes the interconnected universe even more exciting.

Chelle Rose, PLEASE KEEP WRITING YOUR CRAZY, DARK STORIES! You know exactly what you’re doing, and I’ll happily keep coming back for more!

🎧 THE AUDIOBOOK? BABY, SIX STARS!

Amanda Willow, James Cassidy, Joe Arden, and Sean Masters… WHAT A LINEUP! 😮‍💨🖤

These narrators delivered outstanding performances and brought so much emotion, intensity, and depth to the audio. They pulled me into every moment and made me feel the characters’ emotions right alongside them. Their chemistry, vocal delivery, and ability to fully embody these characters made the audiobook an incredible experience.

They did all that and more, giving this story even greater impact and making every scene feel alive. I truly appreciate the time, talent, and care they put into these performances.

And having one of my favorite female narrators in the mix? ICING ON THE CAKE!

I didn’t want the audio to end. I grew attached to these characters and became deeply invested in their journeys, which made saying goodbye so bittersweet. These narrators will always be on my go-to list!

🌶️ THE SPICE? BABYYYY, IT NEVER DISAPPOINTS!

Chelle Rose came to DELIVER! 🔥🥵 The spice was intense, and having all three men involved—AND INDIVIDUALLY? BABY, YOU ALREADY KNOW! 🔥

The spice was definitely a bonus, but the plot, character development, and emotional weight kept me fully invested.

📢 A QUICK NOTE ABOUT TRIGGER WARNINGS!

I genuinely appreciate that trigger warnings were included. Readers deserve the opportunity to make informed decisions about what they’re getting into.

PLEASE CHECK THE TRIGGER WARNINGS BEFORE STARTING THIS SERIES! 🖤 This third book is darker than the first two, and some of the subject matter is heavy. Take care of yourself, know your boundaries, and remember that it’s okay to step away if needed.

💜 FINAL THOUGHTS AND RECOMMENDATION

I’m genuinely sad this series has ended, but I’m grateful I got to experience the entire journey. This trilogy gave me darkness, chaos, revenge, emotional depth, unforgettable characters, and an audiobook experience that completely pulled me in.

Thank you to Chelle Rose and Blue Nose for giving me the opportunity to dive into this dark and twisted universe. I also want to thank Amanda Willow, James Cassidy, Joe Arden, and Sean Masters for their outstanding performances in the audiobooks. They brought the story to life and gave even more to these characters and their journeys. I truly appreciate everything they did and more to make this listening experience so incredible.

Although I’m saying goodbye to this series, this will NOT be my last time reading or listening to Chelle Rose. I’ll absolutely be back for more of her unhinged stories, including the ones featuring the characters I still need to dive into!

If you love dark, twisted stories with revenge, complicated characters, emotional depth, and an audiobook that pulls you straight into the chaos, this series may be for you. Just make sure you check those trigger warnings first!

Chelle Rose, THANK YOU AGAIN for letting me experience this wild ride! 🖤💜

NOW EXCUSE ME WHILE I SIT HERE AND PROCESS EVERYTHING I JUST EXPERIENCED. 🥹🔥🖤
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351 reviews21 followers
June 24, 2026
WHAT A FREAKIN’ RETRIBUTION IT WAS.

⚠️ CHECK THE TRIGGER WARNINGS THEY ARE THERE FOR A REASON‼️

This book chewed me up, spat me out, ran me over with a Bonetti family SUV, reversed back over me for good measure, and then somehow healed my emotional wounds before the final page.

I knew Chelle Rose was going to hurt me. That's what she does. I just wasn't prepared for the level of psychological warfare she unleashed in Retribution.

Vengeance and justice were served.

And holy hell, was it delicious.

The first two books built toward this finale so perfectly that it genuinely felt like one giant story split into three parts. Every heartbreak mattered. Every sacrifice mattered. Every wound mattered. And when everything finally came together? Absolute perfection.

Heather.

Sweet baby Heathen.

The word "warrior" doesn't even begin to cover what this woman is. She is resilience, rage, strength, determination, and chaos wrapped up in one tiny terrifying package. Watching her take back her power, destroy her abusers, and free innocent children in the process was one of the most satisfying things I've ever read.

And can we talk about the Bonetti men?

Because I love them all.

Probably an unhealthy amount.

Killian, Knox, and Carter spent this entire book proving exactly why they deserve Heather.

Carter had me ready to commit crimes with lines like:

"Kill the fucker who stole her from us. She’s my breath. The oxygen I need to survive. I can’t fucking breathe without her."

Sir.

Please.

I am trying to read respectfully.

Then he follows it up with:

"I’m not the same man I was before. She changed me. I’ll live for her and for my brothers. If that’s taken from me, I’ll burn the entire world to ash on my way out."

Excuse me while I launch myself directly into the sun.

Knox continued to be the king of unexpected romance.

"I’ve always hated cargo pants, but she needed the extra pockets and I’ve learned something about myself. Anything I hated before, I fucking love on her."

Honestly? That's love.

Not flowers.

Not diamonds.

Cargo pants.

And when Heather asked him to admit his brother was attractive and he responded:

"I’ll do just about anything for this woman, but telling her my brother is hot? Hard pass, Tesoro."

I laughed so hard I nearly needed medical attention.

Killian remained my precious, murderous baby.

"Beautiful and naked. Dangerous combination."

Sir, respectfully, stop.

No actually don't.

And then Chelle had the audacity to give us:

"Every fucking part of you is delicious. Your flawless skin. Sweet cunt. Even your blood. My addiction to you is debilitating."

I would like compensation for the emotional damage.

Heather herself delivered some of my favourite moments.

"Guns, crosses, my men. Yep. I’ve got everything I need."

A woman after my own heart.

And when she finally got her moment of retribution?

I was kicking my feet and cheering.

"I can’t wait to make you cry, Wicked Little Bitch."

ABSOLUTE CINEMA.

But as much as I adore the romance, what truly stole my heart was the family.

Not just the men.

Not just Heather.

The entire family Chelle has built throughout this universe.

The found family.

The blood family.

The people who choose each other over and over again.

Seeing familiar faces return, watching all the brothers come together, and witnessing relationships heal and grow had me sobbing into my Kindle at 2am.

Also...

Can we all take a moment to appreciate Bones?

The silent MVP.

The man deserves flowers.

And possibly a medal.

This is the darkest book of the trilogy by far, but somehow it's also the one filled with the most hope. Please check your trigger warnings because Chelle absolutely does not pull her punches. The trauma is heavy and the emotional damage is real.

But the payoff?

Worth every single tear.

By the end I was emotionally exhausted, completely fulfilled, ugly crying, smiling, and already considering a full reread.

The triplets will forever own a piece of my heart. Especially Kill. That's my baby.

He Who Shall Not Be Named got exactly what he deserved and let me tell you...

It was fkn fantastic.

There's no way you can read books one and two and not finish this journey. Retribution completes the story exactly the way it was meant to.

One of the best romances I've ever read.

Virtual high five, Chelle Rose.

Thank you for Heather.

Thank you for the Bonetti Bastards.

Thank you for making me cry.

Again.

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381 reviews21 followers
Review of advance copy received from Author
June 18, 2026
How Do You Say Goodbye to a Series That Owns a Piece of Your Soul?

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

I wasn’t sure my poor heart could survive Retribution.
Not because I doubted Chelle Rose. Quite the opposite. I knew she was about to destroy me emotionally—I just wasn’t prepared for how thoroughly she would do it.

This wasn’t just the final book in the Bonetti Bastards trilogy. It felt like the culmination of an entire universe. Watching familiar faces appear, seeing all the brothers together again, revisiting characters I’ve loved, hated, rooted for, and obsessed over for years… I was a complete mess. And honestly? I’d happily do it all over again.

Whatever these authors are putting in their coffee, I need answers because the level of talent required to create something this immersive is unreal.

When my ARC landed at 11pm, I had every intention of being sensible.
That lasted approximately five minutes.
The real world could wait. Sleep could wait. Responsibilities could wait.
Heather was calling.
And once I started, there was absolutely no stopping me.

One of the things Chelle does better than almost anyone is make me feel like I’m standing right beside her characters. I don’t just read their dialogue—I hear it. I don’t just witness their pain—I carry it. Every fear, every victory, every heartbreak, every moment of hope feels intensely real.

The first two books built toward this finale so perfectly that the trilogy reads like one giant story split into three parts. Every moment matters. Every wound matters. Every sacrifice matters.

And Heather…
God, Heather.
She remains one of my favourite FMCs of all time. Her resilience, her strength, her determination to keep moving forward despite everything thrown at her—it was impossible not to love her from beginning to end.

What I loved most about Retribution was that while it is undoubtedly the darkest book of the trilogy, it’s also the one filled with the most hope. The found family that Chelle has built throughout this series shines brighter than ever here. Watching these characters discover that family isn’t always blood—and that sometimes blood family can become family again—was beautiful, heartbreaking, and healing all at once.

The bonds between Heather and her men are everything. But it’s the expansion of that family, the way they all fight for one another, protect one another, and choose one another over and over again that truly stole my heart.

That said…
Please check your trigger warnings.
I’m begging.
Chelle does not shy away from the darkness. The trauma is heavy. The subject matter is difficult. This series asks a lot from its readers emotionally.
But the reward?
Absolutely worth it.
By the time I reached the final pages, I was emotionally exhausted, completely fulfilled, and struggling to accept that this journey was over.

Or maybe not quite over…
Because if I caught those little hints correctly, there may be a next generation waiting in the wings, and let me tell you—I would follow this family anywhere.

So yes, I finished this book as an emotional wreck.
Yes, I cried.
Yes, I immediately wanted to start the entire series again.
And no, I regret absolutely nothing.
Thank you, Chelle Rose, for Heather, for the Bonetti Bastards, for this unforgettable universe, and for reminding me why I fell in love with dark romance in the first place.
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391 reviews38 followers
October 17, 2026
Retribution: Bonetti Bastards Boom 3
By Chelle Rose

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️
🎧🎧🎧🎧🎧

Always remember to check your trigger warnings!
This book has dark themes!

Tropes:
🖤Trigger Heavy
🖤Religious Trauma
🖤Mafia 
🖤Three men. One woman.
🖤Crossover
🖤OTT Obsessive MMC’s
🖤Identical Triplets
🖤HEA
🖤Why Choose
🖤Religious Cult

Audiobook Review:
Produced by Blue Nose Audio:
Performed in duet multicast by:
✨Amanda Willow
✨Joe Arden
✨James Cassidy
✨Sean Masters

Retribution is the third and final installment of Chelle's dark romance in the Bonetti Bastards series. And I am so sad to come to the conclusion of this brilliantly crafted series.

This is 100% dark and intense. So, Prepare yourself for a wild rollercoaster ride from beginning to end.

An incredible, immersive audio experience that will have you unable to take off your headphones.

The powerful and utterly outstanding vocals pull you into this masterpiece and captivate your soul and mind with every single chapter.

Truly phenomenal performances from the entire cast.... so incredibly powerful the emotions are unmatched and deeply palpable. Each character has such unique depth & each characters development shines through with incredible precision.

Our unmatched voice actors have taken this series and done such an amazing job with these characters. The raw emotion and incredible intensity from Carter performed by Joe Arden is (as always) a testament to his talent! He has the ability to rip out your heart and soul, only to replace it with pure emotion!

Killian is also a favorite character of mine and the performance James Cassidy gives us is purely perfection! I love the depth of detail in his dialogue and the unbridled emotional energy he is justifiably also a big favorite of mine.
Knox is perfectly portrayed by the incredible Sean Masters. And as always he makes his character shine.
The Heathen, Amanda Willow brings out the sassy little killer! And portrays her trauma with authentic depth and all the emotions! A truly remarkable performance from this truly talented voice actress.

Pure genius and what a star-studded cast for this amazingly crafted storyline. Chelle is truly a master of her craft and an inspirational storyteller in her own right. I am in awe of her ability to capture such incredible moments of emotion, trauma and determination in her characters as well as the incredible world building. I loved the crossover narrative with the Bonetti Brothers. Pure class 👌

An overall masterpiece of audio work and an incredible experience from beginning to end.

An incredible finale that should not be missed!

Bravo...

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Quotes:

I will fucking kill anyone who hurts my family, it’ll be a blood bath and I’ll enjoy every fucking minute of it

“The bloodthirsty animal has been set free. Anguish turns to rage the fuel driving me, a controlled frenzy as I smile imagining the scent of their blood all around me. The pathetic whimpers of my enemies, begging for mercy. I will not crumble. I will not break. I am the fukin hunter.”
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26 reviews
October 18, 2026
FINAL RATINGS
Spice:🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️
Story:⭐⭐⭐⭐
Narration:⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Overall Series⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
If you haven't read books one and two, RUN. GO DO THAT! Then come find me! BONETTI BASTARDS BOOK 3
Because by the time you get to Retribution, you will have completely fallen for these brothers!
Carter, Killian, and Knox each build their own relationship with their Heathen, Tesoro, and Little Killer, and let me tell you, this series is JUICY!
We're talking reverse harem, religious trauma. revenge. scmurder. delicious banter, and enough spice to keep things VERY tangled up.
Heather is hell-bent on eliminating the family members responsible for running a cult and preying on innocents. And these brothers? They are completely devoted to her. Each loves, protects, and fills her in their own way. sometimes at the same time!
What I really appreciated was watching Heather take the lead in getting her revenge, with her found family standing behind her.
NOW LET'S TALK ABOUT THAT AUDIO!
This cast was OUTSTANDING!
@Amanda Willow | Narrator as Heather: Bratty, sassy, emotional, resilient, and radiating that unapologetic I-don't-give-a-fk energy! She brought every side of Heather to life.
@Joe Arden as Carter: DERANGED. UNHINGED. OBSESSED. The way Joe manipulates his tone, breathing, and delivery makes you FEEL just how beautifully crazy Carter is. That man was made for this character.
@jamescassidyromance as Killian: Moody, dark, and DIRTY! Or maybe Moody, dark, and DIRTY! Or maybe that's just Killian. His degradation kink… I absolutely ate it up!
@Sean Masters as Knox: Gentle, loving, and full of praise, but don't mistake that softness for a lack of authority. He expects obedience, and Sean delivers that balance beautifully.
There is literally a kink for everyone. That's exactly why Heather's dynamic with these men works so well. Each brother gives her something different, and together they FILL her in different ways and sometimes at the same time.
My one complaint? I WIIIIISH we had gotten a longer revenge storyline! (I'm a crime junkie) I wanted to see more of Heather taking down the people who hurt her.
But I loved that everything was wrapped up and we got to be part of their future.
39 reviews
October 14, 2026
great ending to the series

Book 📕 Review-Retribution by Chelle Rose

🎧 📖- audio and kindle

Tropes, Triggers and genres-
Dark, trauma, lots of triggers, violence, rape, mental health, graphic scenes, flashbacks, childhood sexual trauma, religious trauma, restraints, self harm, stalking, serial killer, manipulation, bullying, 3 mmc’s, degradation, book two cliffhanger, mafia, child hood trauma/child sexual assault/abuse, crucifixion, knife/blood play, graphic rape not with mmc’s, adoption,

Series- yes
Book-3
FMC-Heather
MMC-Knox, Carter, Killian
Overall- ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Spice-⭐️⭐️⭐️1/2
Ending- ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Audio-⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
🎧 Amanda willow, Joe Arden, Sean Masters, James Cassidy

My Thoughts:
Again this book is picking straight up from the horrible cliffhanger…. From book 2, I mean not that it was bad but dang!!!
Let me first say I already read most of this book a while ago but I waited to post my review bc I was waiting on the audio so I can reread and listen to the audiobook! Bc the narrators on this book are so freaking good!!!

Now this series is a must of checking your triggers!!! But …. I really enjoyed this series! Now did I cry and we’re some of my triggering boundaries tested yes…. But I think it was done it a very respectful way in a sense you didn’t go into too much detail!

This whole series is a reverse harem, cult, serial killer getting revenge on said cult and everyone that has wronged her, and I was here for it all! I honestly was giggling at some of the unhinged things that she was saying!! The beginning of book 3 can be a little difficult to read to be prepared for all of that!!! Like I said check your triggers!!! Definitely has a lot of hard points/difficult/emotional/physical abuse/mental abuse as well so this is definitely very dark!
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1,243 reviews58 followers
October 12, 2026
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐-> ♾️🌟
🌶️🌶️🌶.5


🖤 Why Choose
💀 Triplet Lovers
🖤 Obsessive & Possessive Men
💀 Taboo Romance
🖤 Found Family
💀 Dark Romance

⚠️ CHECK CONTENT/TRIGGER WARNINGS! Protect your mental peace ☮️⚠️

✨️ 🎧 ALC 🎧 REVIEW ✨️

🎙Narrators: Amanda Willow, Sean masters, Joe Arden & James Cassidy 🎙

These narrators couldn't have been any better than they were for this series! I loved hearing each and every single one of them for their roles. They were so perfectly chosen! NGL I am really saad that I won't get to hear them in the next book!

✨️📖 On To The Book Review 📖✨️

I forgot that whe this book started it was the last book, and I am soo glad I didn't realize it before I started it. I would have put off listenign to "save" the best for last. But I plowed right into this book and I am so glad that I did. This was such a great book. The darkness, the chaos, the love that is held between 4 people. No it's not conventional, but neither is the world. I loved that all three men were more than happy to do anything for the woman they love.

I mean who could turn down triplets that each have their own ways of fulfilling everything you need in a partner? Not to mention they will do anything for their queen. When the past refuses to stay where it should, the triplets come out and remedy the issues. There may be heartbreak, pure chaos, but that just means they will tear the world down for their partner.

I can't even begin to say how I feel about this quartet other than I loved them soo much !! This book was one of those that you can't really recover in a couple of days, maybe more like a month. I keep rolling everything around in my head. It doesn't want to leave, and to be honest, I don't want it to leave either. I'm not ready to be seperated from the Bonetti family.

Chelle started something when she came out with the original Bonetti Brothers, a darknes that I didn't know that I was looking for. This generation was definitely one that I won't forget. NGL I'm sad that this is the end. But I hope that she will give us some more of that dark romance she does so well!


Thank you 🫶🏻 to ✨️ Chelle Rose & Blue Nose Audio ✨️ for the complimentary 🎧 ALC 🎧. ✨️ All opinions are my own, honest, and voluntary✨️.
133 reviews2 followers
October 16, 2026
This is exactly the story I needed. REVENGE PLOT!!! I was so excited to finally see Heather get the justice she deserves. And she was such a savage. She didn’t care at all and had no remorse. She let everything they did to her at the front of her mind and it was the fuel to the fire. Knox, Killian and Karter all gave her something different throughout the whole series, what they did for her in the book I think really solidified how strong her love is, but also her trust. They showed her that they can give her whatever she needs. I also loved how the Bonetti Brothers were in this and how involved they were. And the way they became family, in the actual sense of the word. They obviously were always family, but they showed up like family not only for the boys, but for Heather. There was a lot of healing l, even for the boys. It was much needed. Now let’s talk about the spice, because my oh my. I think on paper there was less scenes but not sure. However, to me they felt more intense. I think because their relationships have gotten so much stronger over the course of the three stories. These men are filthy and have matching filthy mouths and it’s so dang delicious!! I had the honor of listening to this audiobook as well and I’m telling you, the unholy trinity that is Joe Arden, James Cassidy and Sean Masters is something I don’t think can be matched. The way they matched each others energy perfectly made this story feel so real. And Amanda Willow is quickly becoming one of my favorite narrators. I love how she can capture on such a broad range. From unhinged to emotional and it hits every time. Absolutely amazing!!
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43 reviews
October 11, 2026
TRIGGERS! TRIGGERS! TRIGGERS! Seriously, check them because this book gets DARK!

Amanda Willow, Joe Arden, James Cassidy, and Sean Masters bring every scene to life and make the audiobook impossible to pause.

Heather really goes through HELL in this one, but I loved seeing her come out on top and get her revenge! I especially enjoyed following her journey through healing. After everything she went through, there's no way someone just bounces back from that kind of trauma. I loved that we got to see how difficult and slow that process can be.

I also loved seeing Knox, Killian, and Carter slowly build relationships with their newfound blood family. After believing they had no one left for so long, it was great watching those relationships grow.

These three men and Heather have been through SO MUCH throughout this series. Seriously, can they catch a break?! I'm just happy they finally got some peace after everything they've been put through.

Chelle Rose really wrapped this series up nicely! I loved getting to see how everything came together, and I'm happy with how their story ended. After all the emotional damage these books put me through, I think I needed that ending just as much as they did!
Huge thank you to Blue Nose Audio for this free audiobook in exchange for my honest review!
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45 reviews1 follower
October 10, 2026
Retribution by Chelle Rose
Bonetti Bastards book 3

I was fortunate enough to immersive read a listen to the audiobook 🖤
Duet multicast narration by Amanda Willow, Joe Arden, James Cassidy & Sean Masters

I was so excited for this audiobook. So desperate for Heather to get her revenge and finally be happy with the handsome trio and with these narrators together, it didn’t disappoint!

I love getting stuck into a series and when Chelle has written it, you know your in for a rollercoaster of a ride In the very best way 😉

This book is packed with dangerous men, complicated relationships and that darker edge that keeps you listening when you should probably be doing something else!

Chelle writes each characters beautifully complicated history’s and emotional turmoil so poetically that your heart breaks for them and at its darkest moments your somehow encouraging the darkness to erupt! Maybe I need a little therapy 🤯

Chelle Rose knows how to pull you into the world of her characters and I love an audiobook where the narration is so good, so passionate and so expressive that it adds another layer to the experience 🖤

If dark romance, dangerous characters and the Bonetti Bastards are your thing, this one is a must!

Thankyou @bluenose for the ALC copy 🖤
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340 reviews37 followers
Review of advance copy received from Author
June 21, 2026
“A love like ours never dies.”

"That beautiful blush to your cheeks. It’s one of my favorite hobbies. Making your face bright red. Second only to making your pretty a$$ red.”


What a freakin’ retribution it was! I couldn’t wait for this book, and Chelle delivered!
Little Heathen is fantastic 👌😍 She truly lives up to her nickname. The word warrior doesn’t even do her justice. I loved her diabolical mind! This book revealed even more layers to her character, including some moments that had me sniffling. Chelle, the magic you created in these pages... wow. I love your creative brain! What a way to end this series 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
Of course, I devoured this book. I had to know how Little Heathen and her men would unleash their chaos. You had me worried for a bit there. Now excuse me, I’ve got something in my eye…I was sad and freaking happy to see the end for these 4. As with the previous books in the series, please check the trigger warnings because there’s some heavy content in these pages.
Virtual high five Chelle, because this trilogy was something special!


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1,205 reviews
June 28, 2026
Retribution is dark, intense, and a satisfying finale!!

I love this trilogy!! Thank you Chelle for putting us through a rollercoaster ride of emotions, tearing our hearts up, and giving us a great ending 🥰🥰🥰🥰

⚠️Please read the trigger warnings before starting this book⚠️

What you get...
♡Why Choose
♡Dark Romance
♡Mafia Ties
♡Possessive MMC's
♡Obsessive MMC's
♡Protective MMC's
♡Praise
♡Bl00d Play
♡Kn!fe Play
♡Mental Health Issues
♡Unaliving
♡Trauma
♡Revenge
♡Found Family

Heather finally gets her justice, and watching Killian, Knox, and Carter stand beside her through every step made this book hit even harder. Their bond is solid, loyal, and easy to love.

Bones!! Was so happy our Bonetti family makes appearances, and I adored how Bones welcomed everyone into the family!!

Heather is a powerhouse. She takes her life back, protects others, and earns every bit of her happy ending.

This whole saga has been wild, emotional, and unforgettable, and this final book delivers exactly what it needed to. Vengeance served, justice earned, and a perfect ending! 🫶🫶🫶🫶
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121 reviews
June 23, 2026
Review of Advance Copy Received from the Author

5⭐️

I LOVED. EVERY. SECOND. OF. IT.

Well… minus all the trauma Heather endures. But seeing her finally get the retribution she deserved? Absolutely worth every emotional punch this book delivered.

Favorite Quote:

“This woman’s words hit me square in the chest. I want this for her. If she wants the goddamn sun, I’ll yank it from the fucking sky for her.” ☀️❤️🥹 Excuse me while I melt into a puddle.

I came into this series fully invested in the Bonetti Triplets, but somehow this book completely stole my heart. Getting more of Bones and his brothers was everything I didn’t know I needed, and by the end of this story Bones officially claimed the top spot.

And that ENDING?! PERFECT. Absolutely perfect.

Thank you, Chelle Rose, for another addictive, emotional, unhinged ride. 🥀❤️🥹

Bonetti Triplets Ranking
🥇 Carter
🥈 Knox
🥉 Killian

Bonetti Brothers Ranking
🥇 Bones
🥈 Reaper
🥉 Psycho
🏅 Kage

Bones, welcome to the throne. 👑🖤
111 reviews1 follower
June 28, 2026
Well what an end to the series. Please do check the trigger warnings as this book is heavier than the others.

It continues on from the last and you are thrown straight back into it. With Heather suffering more at the hands of her family, but she is a great strong character. And dealing with this new trauma is hard, and I'm glad she didn't instantly bounce back. And the way the triples are with her, always reassuring her when the trauma surface and helping deprogram her by simply reminding her of who she is. All the triplets just keep getting better, so sweet and Melt worthy. Each complements another side of Heather.

I did love this book but not as much as the others, as everything you expect to happen is done within about 60% of the book. I did love the ending, it was so sweet and after everything it was needed. Especially with the reunion of all the Bonnetti's. I think I am just an action junkie, and loving Heather's unhinged side. All in all a great ending to the series.
530 reviews4 followers
July 1, 2026
The end of an era!!! I first read about Heather in the wellard asylum books and she catch my attention so much that I was so happy to read this series. Because I wanted to know her backstory so badly. And I got to know it and it was a sad one. This one just finished the series and gave Heather back everything she needed and more. It also gave Carter some control back after what happened to him too. Even though this book had so much going on you got to see the characters grow at the end a little bit more. You also got to see the men finally give their women everything she needed. And I loved everything about it. Honestly I felt like her father and mother should have had more happened to them, one could wish. But I'm glad they were able to do what they did at the end of the book. Also knowing that the three brothers finally have their family and so does Heather just makes this book end with a great HEA!
424 reviews1 follower
July 5, 2026
What a finale!

What a finale! Please still pay attention to the trigger warnings. This book is still no joke. Also reading the book in order is highly advised so that everything makes sense. Again the characters are well written and continue to evolve wonderfully. There is still suspense that had me on the edge of my seat. My heart hurts for poor Heather. She doesn’t get a brake! I love that her men refuse to give up or let her go. These men are dark walking red flags but in the book world, they are men you wish you had for yourself. If you can stand it the things Heather and the guys do works well for them. It’s not that they take enjoyment in the darkness but at the same time they do. Bad people in this book deserve bad things to happen to them. This review is written before the audiobook release so I cannot wait for it. I know it will be amazing and I will definitely listen to it.
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533 reviews9 followers
October 17, 2026
What an ending to this series. I can’t get much into this book without it giving away spoilers but I can give you all my vibes and feels. And you can know because it’s expected - we do get the HEA we want and MORE!! The way this book just came together in the end was in every way I couldn’t have planned but wouldn’t have wanted any other way.

There is a LOT going down in this book, ending to all the crap they have been doing and dealing with. Finally finishing unfinished business and meeting some new friends along the way. Other book Easter eggs if you catch my drift 🤪

The narrators did a phenomenal job at being this story to life. Sooo many players, sooo many moving parts and the fact that they gave everyone their space I truly never got confused by who was who 🩷🩷

Such a great story and such a great way to read. Highly recommend immersive reading this whole series. And it’s bingeable!! Just dive in head first.
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51 reviews
October 18, 2026
Retribution by Chelle Rose was such a satisfying ending to the Bonetti Bastards series. After everything Heather has been through, I needed to see her get some happiness. Seeing her find love and a family who shows up for her was my favorite part. There’s plenty of darkness and revenge, but the relationships gave me a reason to care about how everything ended. And watching certain people finally get what was coming to them? Yeah, I enjoyed that lol.

Now the narration… getting James Cassidy, Joe Arden, and Sean Masters as the MMCs does something to a girl 😂 Like, who approved putting all three of them in my ears together?! Amanda Willow deserves her flowers too because she brought so much feeling to Heather. With everything this character goes through, those emotions matter, and she delivered. The whole cast made it that much easier to get caught up in the story.

Dark, messy, emotional, and an ending that left me happy for Heather. She deserved that.!
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502 reviews34 followers
June 29, 2026
~Arc Review~
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
🌶🌶🌶🌶

~Retribution~The Bonetti Bastards Book 3~Chelle Rose~

“Everything. My entire fucking world. My life started the moment I saw you. So when you ask what I see when I look at you— that’s easy for me to answer. I see you.”

♡CUE THE TEARS because I'm so sad this trilogy is over...but I'm also super happy with the way it ended & definitely ecstatic with whats to come. You will get NO spoilers from me except for retribution was served & I loved every single second of it!

If you love a good why choose dark romance trilogy, with triplets who believe sharing is caring, & a plot that leaves you second guessing up until the very end look no further you found it!♡

~As Always Happy Reading~
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40 reviews4 followers
July 2, 2026
Dark and Delicious!!!

This is the third book to the Bonetti Bastards series and it was wickedly beautiful! You don’t have to read the Bonetti Brothers series to follow along with this trilogy. I did and I’m glad I did because all the books came together.

Retribution answers questions and fills in the blanks you have from the first two. I think the author did a fantastic job of completing the storyline.

I am not usually a “why choose” girl, but this trilogy is one of the few I enjoyed!

There is an HEA but you need to check your trigger warnings. It can be dark for anyone that has any possible triggers that could be harmful to your mental health.

I am so sad to see them go. I really wished I could get more of the Bonetti Bastards! I need more of them!!
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26 reviews2 followers
July 31, 2026
He*l Thrath No Fury like our Little Heathen

Chelle was not kidding when she said this book was going to be darker than the last one! To me, it was edging on pitch black!

Knox, the consent king really came through in this book I felt. Taking lead and prioritising Heather's and his brothers safety and overall health.

Heather, our Heathen she really went through it. It wasn't enough she went the horrors when she was a child that she. Like a Phoenix she rose from the ashes and came back with bloody vengeance!

Carter really struggled at the start but was perfectly unhinged and sweet for heather and it made me weep. The pain and healing both him and Heather went through hit me hard.

Killian, my favourite. Who would have thought I'd go from hating him in the first book to loving him by the of this one. He is a true protector.

I was not at all disappointed with how they got revenge and the happiness but I was really sad to say goodbye to these characters. Bonetti lover forever!
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1,095 reviews41 followers
June 23, 2026
Retribution by Chelle Rose — 4.5 ⭐️
MMCs: Carter. Knox. Killian.
FMC: Heather aka Heathen

⛓️‍💥possessive, obsessive, dominant, fiercely loyal and protective triplet MMCs
🖤why-choose
⛓️‍💥mafia Ties
🖤blood play/knife play/ group sex scenes
❗️graphic rape on FMC (not by MMCs)❗️

TRIGGER WARNINGS; this book is even heavier than the first two so make sure to think about your own mental health! Check the trigger warnings before starting. This one is a lot. Make sure to start at the beginning of the series. This is NOT a standalone.
I hate that it's over!! I was seriously so obsessed and in love with Carter! The ending was perfect though.
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108 reviews
July 5, 2026
It was a fitting title for this 3rd and final installment to the Bastards. Reading how Heather was tortured, and so forth was truly heart breaking, but finding out that the three men she tried to save over and over again still loved her despite it all and wanted to remain at her side was truly the best ending one could have hoped for. Trigger warnings always get me, so knowing there was more then a fair share of them in this one as well had me. I had quite a few laughs, and a lot of tears when she thought she wasn't worthy of anything from these three men that had fallen so far in love with her that she couldn't understand it.
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1,174 reviews139 followers
October 11, 2026
I absolutely loved listening to the audio for this book and entire series! Performed in multi-cast duet with Amanda Willow, James Cassidy, Sean Masters and Joe Arden - they all did a fantastic job at bringing these characters to life. This picks up right where that cliffy from book 2 left us and I loved seeing it wrap the series up. Check your TW if you need to, but if you love these tropes, then this series is addicting to listen to! I am obsessed with the way all of these men cannot get enough of their woman and with how strong and fierce Heather is!

What to expect:
🖤 dark romance
🖤 why choose w/ triplets
🖤 feminine rage
🖤 revenge
🖤 healing from trauma
🖤 obsessive/possessive mmcs
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414 reviews18 followers
October 16, 2026
Wow
Just wow

I’m trying to find the words for this one…

After the ending of Possession I locked Heather, Killian, Knox, and Carter away in my mind. I wanted to keep them safe. I knew things would get worse. I thought I was ready…I was not.

This a tougher listen, because this book is heavy and darker than the prior two in the series. But at the same time it’s sooo good. The emotions this audiobook pulled will stick with me. Had I tried to simply read this one I would have had to stop. But there was something about hearing the story and the characters - it felt like I wasn’t alone. The narration was absolutely fantastic.

This was a wild, painful, f*cked up, crazy, beautiful ride.
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172 reviews7 followers
October 12, 2026
🔥 What a PERFECT ending to an incredible series🔥

This one was especially DARK, so please mind your triggers! ⚠️ We’re talking chaos, gore, spice, and straight up RETRIBUTION! 🖤

The intensity, and the absolute madness kept me hooked until the very end. After everything these characters endured, seeing them finally get their HEA was SO satisfying! 😭❤️‍🔥

Dark, unhinged, spicy, and everything I could’ve wanted in a series finale! If you’ve made it this far in the series, YOU NEED TO LISTEN TO THIS ONE! 🎧🔥
518 reviews
October 12, 2026
Love this series , so glad book three end great

I normally don't like to do reeds of series or books that I've read before. Because I have a tendency to know what's coming and so I don't really like that, but this series I will definitely be re-reading. I loved every aspect of her story. I loved her trauma. I didn't love that she had to go through the trauma but I love the way she handled her trauma. I love this book. I love this author I cannot wait for the next series in this particular world. Great job
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