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The Vengeance of Luther #2
The Sins of Luther
He thought making me pay was the answer. But he has just as much blood on his hands as I do. After seven years, Luther Evans came back for me. He tore my life apart piece by piece, set on evening the score for what I’d done to his sister. But I had a weapon of my own—the truth, which revealed that Luther isn’t as innocent as he believes he is. His violence planted a seed of hate. His callousness pushed me into the same darkness that dwelled inside of him. And now, I was his perfect little monster to carry out the new part of his plan. In order to save my own life, I had to make a blood sacrifice. But I also had a hit list of my own. The streets of Miami will be stained with blood by the time this is over—and no one would be safe. Including him.
238 pages, Kindle Edition
Published May 24, 2021
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May 31, 2021
A darkly woven, captivating story
Book 2 was everything I didn't expect, everything I didn't know I needed, and so much more, with those unique characteristics only typical to a story authored by Ember Michaels. More a romantic suspense than your traditional enemies to lovers romance but then again, this was dark fiction. Living most of the story from the perspective of Luther, his plight, his thoughts and feelings, my emotions ran the gamut -- incredulity "say what?" to questioning whether I was crazy to be laughing along with and championing this Lunatic Luther, to empathy -- even a monster needs love. The basic lesson being that everyone is flawed. This story was rich in eliciting feelings you aren't supposed to have for the guilty, the not so innocent. It also easily allowed me to divorce myself of feelings for characters one might ordinarily feel sorry for.
The character development in this story was exceptional, very real personas -- Sevyn, Luther, their families, the Brotherhood. Everyone was depicted so authentically. Also, there was beauty in this story primarily recounted from the antihero, Luther, realizing the dimensions to his personality, the changes wrought from time, living in and being guided by the past and its relevance on the present. What happens when we are guided by our past?
Some dark humor juxtaposed with dark plot, this story was fluid, excellently paced and compelling. It provided more history on the two main characters, more of what made them who they were and much more emotional read than the grittier, more depraved book 1. Just a touch of steam, again this was romantic suspense. However, there was a strong, unbidden, and unacknowledged attraction between the two -- both physical and emotional -- that is tangible, so sensual.
I fully expected the cliffhanger even though I did not want it to end, but it was not gutting as any of the acts Luther might subject an enemy to. *dark chuckle* What happened felt honest to what should have happened. You know a story is good when you laugh, cry, and scream in the same book. Just excellent. Ember Michaels is back!
Book 2 was everything I didn't expect, everything I didn't know I needed, and so much more, with those unique characteristics only typical to a story authored by Ember Michaels. More a romantic suspense than your traditional enemies to lovers romance but then again, this was dark fiction. Living most of the story from the perspective of Luther, his plight, his thoughts and feelings, my emotions ran the gamut -- incredulity "say what?" to questioning whether I was crazy to be laughing along with and championing this Lunatic Luther, to empathy -- even a monster needs love. The basic lesson being that everyone is flawed. This story was rich in eliciting feelings you aren't supposed to have for the guilty, the not so innocent. It also easily allowed me to divorce myself of feelings for characters one might ordinarily feel sorry for.
The character development in this story was exceptional, very real personas -- Sevyn, Luther, their families, the Brotherhood. Everyone was depicted so authentically. Also, there was beauty in this story primarily recounted from the antihero, Luther, realizing the dimensions to his personality, the changes wrought from time, living in and being guided by the past and its relevance on the present. What happens when we are guided by our past?
Some dark humor juxtaposed with dark plot, this story was fluid, excellently paced and compelling. It provided more history on the two main characters, more of what made them who they were and much more emotional read than the grittier, more depraved book 1. Just a touch of steam, again this was romantic suspense. However, there was a strong, unbidden, and unacknowledged attraction between the two -- both physical and emotional -- that is tangible, so sensual.
I fully expected the cliffhanger even though I did not want it to end, but it was not gutting as any of the acts Luther might subject an enemy to. *dark chuckle* What happened felt honest to what should have happened. You know a story is good when you laugh, cry, and scream in the same book. Just excellent. Ember Michaels is back!
May 25, 2021
How do I explain how much I loved this book? Plus, it's now changed from being a duet to being a trilogy, so even better.
A couple things: this book has some triggers. You also need to read the first book - The Destruction of Sevyn - first.
It's told using a dual POV. Sevyn and Luther, of course. It's dark, and oh there are plot twists, plus another creative death or two. (Gotta wonder what the Feebs think of Ms. Michael's search history, haha.)
In this installation, Sevyn is given a choice and she chooses wisely. She's also changing.
I don't even know if it's considered dark romance anymore or not. More like romantic horror, maybe? I'm told there may not be a HEA, but do any of the characters really deserve one? Eh, who cares. I'm just here for the crazy ride. It's what we've come to expect from this author. It's nothing short of amazing. I can't wait for the next and final book.
Definitely one of my favorites. Highly recommend this to anyone who likes the darker side of fiction.
A couple things: this book has some triggers. You also need to read the first book - The Destruction of Sevyn - first.
It's told using a dual POV. Sevyn and Luther, of course. It's dark, and oh there are plot twists, plus another creative death or two. (Gotta wonder what the Feebs think of Ms. Michael's search history, haha.)
In this installation, Sevyn is given a choice and she chooses wisely. She's also changing.
I don't even know if it's considered dark romance anymore or not. More like romantic horror, maybe? I'm told there may not be a HEA, but do any of the characters really deserve one? Eh, who cares. I'm just here for the crazy ride. It's what we've come to expect from this author. It's nothing short of amazing. I can't wait for the next and final book.
Definitely one of my favorites. Highly recommend this to anyone who likes the darker side of fiction.
May 23, 2021
I loved this story! The characters and plot were spectacular and unique.
Sevyn and Luther's history is jaded and wrought with so much drama and devastation that I cried with overwhelming sadness and grief over the losses. But vengeance has Luther reacting and striking out at Sevyn without recognizing his role in Logan's sad demise, he isn't forthcoming with his role in adding to Logan and her loss and his lack of compassion in this tragic event had me emotionally despising Luther. How could he do this to his own sister?
But that ending was heart wrenching and devastating to this reader and her need for completion.
Sevyn and Luther's history is jaded and wrought with so much drama and devastation that I cried with overwhelming sadness and grief over the losses. But vengeance has Luther reacting and striking out at Sevyn without recognizing his role in Logan's sad demise, he isn't forthcoming with his role in adding to Logan and her loss and his lack of compassion in this tragic event had me emotionally despising Luther. How could he do this to his own sister?
But that ending was heart wrenching and devastating to this reader and her need for completion.
May 22, 2021
Oh shit.
This book was so worth the long wait because where Ember Micheals took these characters .. I have no words except for it was nowhere near what I thought the story was going to play out as.
In The Sins of Luther, we go back in time in many points of the story to see how the relationship of Luther and Sevyn played out before the suicide of Luther’s sister.
There are so many layers to their background that you start switching gears on your opinions of these two characters. I don’t know how many times I’ve gone back-and-forth between loving, hating, and feeling empathetic towards Luther and Sevyn.
Their relationship is back-and-forth. I don’t even know how to explain these to except they are toxic for each other but there’s just something that neither one can let each other go.
“ I was comparing our relationship to that of Romeo and Juliet. We snuck around, fell in love, and our relationship ended in tragedy.“
“Everything around us burned to ashes, anger, hate, and guilt pulling us further and further apart until there was nothing left but a vengeance in pain.”
With Luther having so much stress on his shoulders he made a huge mistake that ultimately made The Collective and the Vengeance of Brotherhood question Luthers sanity.
The book definitely leaves off with us begging for more answers but I’m so happy that the author turned this into a trilogy! It’s an ending that I’m content with because tables have definitely turned. Plots have been twisted. And I will be impatiently waiting for the third book!
This book was so worth the long wait because where Ember Micheals took these characters .. I have no words except for it was nowhere near what I thought the story was going to play out as.
In The Sins of Luther, we go back in time in many points of the story to see how the relationship of Luther and Sevyn played out before the suicide of Luther’s sister.
There are so many layers to their background that you start switching gears on your opinions of these two characters. I don’t know how many times I’ve gone back-and-forth between loving, hating, and feeling empathetic towards Luther and Sevyn.
Their relationship is back-and-forth. I don’t even know how to explain these to except they are toxic for each other but there’s just something that neither one can let each other go.
“ I was comparing our relationship to that of Romeo and Juliet. We snuck around, fell in love, and our relationship ended in tragedy.“
“Everything around us burned to ashes, anger, hate, and guilt pulling us further and further apart until there was nothing left but a vengeance in pain.”
With Luther having so much stress on his shoulders he made a huge mistake that ultimately made The Collective and the Vengeance of Brotherhood question Luthers sanity.
The book definitely leaves off with us begging for more answers but I’m so happy that the author turned this into a trilogy! It’s an ending that I’m content with because tables have definitely turned. Plots have been twisted. And I will be impatiently waiting for the third book!
May 26, 2021
The Sins of Luther (The Vengeance of Luther Book 2) is the second book in the trilogy that I just recently learned this book will become.
A lot happened in the second book. We get more insight into The Collective and the stupid Vengeance of Brotherhood that I hate lol
I am a huge Sevyn fan and kind of hate Luther, especially when you read about how he has barely any accountability on his part. He’s a psychopath and then you meet his mom, and you can tell why.
Poor Sevyn. I’m a sap so reading about my little Sevyn who already such a hard life of had her own get tortured more makes me sad. You do see sides of Luther where you can see he has feelings for her.
To me, after reading that letter, I would have forgiven her. Then again, no normal person would do any of this lol
I can’t wait to read the final book. I also hope I can stop hating Luther so much ha
A lot happened in the second book. We get more insight into The Collective and the stupid Vengeance of Brotherhood that I hate lol
I am a huge Sevyn fan and kind of hate Luther, especially when you read about how he has barely any accountability on his part. He’s a psychopath and then you meet his mom, and you can tell why.
Poor Sevyn. I’m a sap so reading about my little Sevyn who already such a hard life of had her own get tortured more makes me sad. You do see sides of Luther where you can see he has feelings for her.
To me, after reading that letter, I would have forgiven her. Then again, no normal person would do any of this lol
I can’t wait to read the final book. I also hope I can stop hating Luther so much ha
June 15, 2021
The Destruction of Sevyn is book one of The Vengeance of Luther and should be read first. I absolutely loved book one and my expectations were high for this read. Well this blew my expectations and more. I devoured the story and am begging for more. This is an exceedingly good well written story that I absolutely loved.
After that ending I’m really looking forward to reading the next book.
After that ending I’m really looking forward to reading the next book.
June 3, 2021
This book was a solid 4 star read, yes you read that right 4 stars but I've only given it 3. Why you might ask? The bloody typing errors! JEEZ! Did anyone actually bother to spell check it at all. Read the sentences and make sure they actually made sense? I've highlighted a few (The are listed as favourite quotes I think as I did them straight from my kindle) but there was loads! Some sentences I had to read a few times to work out.
Yes I know to some this is being picky. I have read books with the odd mistake. But this was like 2 sometimes 3 (Or more) a chapter! It was sloppy and annoying. It also took enjoyment and momentum from the actual story as it would throw me off reading.
So yeah the second part in Luther and Sevyn's story was good. There'll be a part 3 at least although please for the love of God make sure its been proof read and checked. 3 stars.
Yes I know to some this is being picky. I have read books with the odd mistake. But this was like 2 sometimes 3 (Or more) a chapter! It was sloppy and annoying. It also took enjoyment and momentum from the actual story as it would throw me off reading.
So yeah the second part in Luther and Sevyn's story was good. There'll be a part 3 at least although please for the love of God make sure its been proof read and checked. 3 stars.
May 24, 2021
4.5 I shouldn't like this but I did stars.
I have been waiting for the second book of this trilogy for what feels like forever now. I am not sure I can even call this book romance. It is more a continuation of a messed-up situation between Luther and Sevyn that happened years ago and this is just the retribution for a wrong that should never have happened.
While the first book of this was a mix of Saw and Dexter, this one had less of the gruesome details and instead focused more on the details of the past by way of flashbacks in order to understand what exactly happened between Luther and Sevyn when they were together. Some big things were divulged in this book and new blame could be placed on why Logan, Luther's sister, ultimately did what she did. It made parts of the story really click and further enhanced the story.
I am not sure how this book will conclude, seeing that there are a lot of secrets that still need to happen. I wasn't prepared for the twist at the end of the book but I am here for it. If I thought Luther was a lot to handle before with just vengeance against Sevyn, it is nothing compared to what he has in store for the twist that came at the end of the book. I look forward to seeing where this author takes me. It is bound to be good and keep me on the edge of my seat.
I have been waiting for the second book of this trilogy for what feels like forever now. I am not sure I can even call this book romance. It is more a continuation of a messed-up situation between Luther and Sevyn that happened years ago and this is just the retribution for a wrong that should never have happened.
While the first book of this was a mix of Saw and Dexter, this one had less of the gruesome details and instead focused more on the details of the past by way of flashbacks in order to understand what exactly happened between Luther and Sevyn when they were together. Some big things were divulged in this book and new blame could be placed on why Logan, Luther's sister, ultimately did what she did. It made parts of the story really click and further enhanced the story.
I am not sure how this book will conclude, seeing that there are a lot of secrets that still need to happen. I wasn't prepared for the twist at the end of the book but I am here for it. If I thought Luther was a lot to handle before with just vengeance against Sevyn, it is nothing compared to what he has in store for the twist that came at the end of the book. I look forward to seeing where this author takes me. It is bound to be good and keep me on the edge of my seat.
June 2, 2021
About time
Gave it one star due to: the wait was ridiculous and too many typo's & grammar errors. For as long as it took for this book to be released it should have been darn near grammatically perfect...such a shame. I got so wrapped up in the first book that I couldn't wait for the second. I read the first book last year and after searching for the second one and waiting; I honestly thought the author had passed or got covid. It was too long of a wait from the first to second so much so you just about forgot what happened in the 1st book. Now here we go having to wait for the 3rd book slated to come out in October this year but I wouldn't be surprised if it comes out next year. Storyline and plot was good but the grammar errors took away from the book to the point I found myself rereading sentences to decipher what the author meant which ends up being frustrating. Come on get it together!
Gave it one star due to: the wait was ridiculous and too many typo's & grammar errors. For as long as it took for this book to be released it should have been darn near grammatically perfect...such a shame. I got so wrapped up in the first book that I couldn't wait for the second. I read the first book last year and after searching for the second one and waiting; I honestly thought the author had passed or got covid. It was too long of a wait from the first to second so much so you just about forgot what happened in the 1st book. Now here we go having to wait for the 3rd book slated to come out in October this year but I wouldn't be surprised if it comes out next year. Storyline and plot was good but the grammar errors took away from the book to the point I found myself rereading sentences to decipher what the author meant which ends up being frustrating. Come on get it together!
March 8, 2022
“Being alive meant nothing when you'd lost everything that meant something to you.”
Like I wrote in my review for book #1, Ember Michaels is one of the most talented dark writers I’ve ever read!!! She is indescribably innovative, coming up with dark, depraved concepts I’ve never read about or even imagined! This book further reinforced that belief, shocking and impressing me even more!! However, she desperately needs a professional proofreader on her team! For specific details on that, read what I wrote in my review of the first book yet multiply that x 10. This story is PHENOMENAL, beyond worthy of 5 stars, yet it’s inundated with careless mistakes that often pulled me away from the story which is why I deducted 1 star.
Like I wrote in my review for book #1, Ember Michaels is one of the most talented dark writers I’ve ever read!!! She is indescribably innovative, coming up with dark, depraved concepts I’ve never read about or even imagined! This book further reinforced that belief, shocking and impressing me even more!! However, she desperately needs a professional proofreader on her team! For specific details on that, read what I wrote in my review of the first book yet multiply that x 10. This story is PHENOMENAL, beyond worthy of 5 stars, yet it’s inundated with careless mistakes that often pulled me away from the story which is why I deducted 1 star.
June 12, 2021
This one regressed even worse!
The book was filled with pity party after pity party and while I could've felt a little sad over Sevyn, I didn't feel a lick of sympathy for the fuck up that was Luther.
Turns out, EVERYTHING WAS HIS FAULT. And yet in typical sexist romance novel fashion he paid for nothing.
My belief from the first book still stands strong that the other girls were the least deserving of those gruesome deaths and if we were so concerned over "reasons" I'm sure they would've had some too.
I only felt bad for the dead girls and Logan.
Poor, sweet Logan who was surrounded by assholes and paid for their mistakes in the worst ways.
P.S. - If you are writing a "dark" novel and most of the "dark" is happening to females. I really thinks it says some things about you, as an author and a person.
The book was filled with pity party after pity party and while I could've felt a little sad over Sevyn, I didn't feel a lick of sympathy for the fuck up that was Luther.
Turns out, EVERYTHING WAS HIS FAULT. And yet in typical sexist romance novel fashion he paid for nothing.
My belief from the first book still stands strong that the other girls were the least deserving of those gruesome deaths and if we were so concerned over "reasons" I'm sure they would've had some too.
I only felt bad for the dead girls and Logan.
Poor, sweet Logan who was surrounded by assholes and paid for their mistakes in the worst ways.
P.S. - If you are writing a "dark" novel and most of the "dark" is happening to females. I really thinks it says some things about you, as an author and a person.
May 28, 2021
MY RATING: 3*
RELEASE DATE: 17 May 2021
CLIFFHANGER: Yes
After I stumbled into book one of this series on my KU, I couldn’t wait to get into book two. There’s something about the dark whatthefuckery that’s in this series that just sucked me in.
We pick up where we left off with The Destruction of Sevyn. Luther is still set on revenge for the death of his sister. But before all that, he is determined to get the truth from Sevyn about what went on between her and Logan to set her off like that. But when the truth is finally revealed he’s not ready for it and unfortunately the whole revenge plan goes to hell in a hand basket. The feeling of rejection Luther suffers from his mother, feelings of love he has, or so he claims for Sevyn that he finally allows himself to feel are all too much for him. The despair and betrayal are too much and risk the strength of his relationship with his brothers. Is their bond strong enough though or are Sevyn’s actions what finally breaks them apart?
I have to admit that I could have done with a bit of background still on the characters lives. I don’t get Luther and his mother’s relationship. The ease with which they gave up on each other was crazy to me. The history of the brotherhood remains yet another mystery. The Brotherhood of Vengeance too. Was it something that was formed by Luther or was it a college version of the one Ryan’s dad was a part of? There is definitely no romance in this book I have to say. While Sevyn may actually have feelings for Luther, and Luther may claim to have had them or even still have a semblance of them, I’m not sure if he’s mugging her off or not.
While I enjoyed the story, I didn’t as much as I did book one. I think its partly because it wasn’t as dark as book one, and the questions I had in book one still remain unanswered. Luther was confusing the hell out me. The back and forth and the uncertainty as to his true feelings was giving me whiplash. I don’t know. But there’s something missing or that failed to just tie the whole thing together. But that cliffhanger was life. I wonder what Luther is going to do. How he’s going to get out of the mess he got himself into alone and what Sevyn will do now. I can’t wait.
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June 7, 2023Well obviously this book is really dark, and I am more than ok with that :) I love this author's Bennet series but I must admit that this didn't really work for me. It felt that it was just gore for the shock value of it, disguised as a vigilante story. I honestly stopped caring about the MC love story, I didn't read the last book to see their happy ending and I kinda hope they all paid for what they did :D
May 27, 2021
“The darkness that now dwelled in me would look sexy within her. And once I got her the exact way I wanted her, I couldn’t wait to see the beautiful mayhem she could create.”
OH DAMN!! Things are getting really crazy now! There are so many new twists and turns happening, and crazy bombs being dropped everywhere, that my damn mind is being blown with every turn of the page.
Sevyn and Luther’s story is still very dark and twisted, but this part of their story is more about past secrets being revealed making parts of the story start clicking into place, and how now Sevyn and Luther are changing and morphing into what could possibly be a very dangerous couple of people.
I am in awe of this amazing author and her ability to twist a story so thoroughly that we readers are left grasping at straws trying to figure out how it is all going to play out.
This is one freaking amazing ride of debauchery, suspense, shocking twists and bloody vengeance. Sevyn and Luther are going to wreck havoc on those that have wronged them, even though they may not survive the outcome.
I can’t freaking wait for the last book in this trilogy! I have a feeling it is going to blow the other two books right out of the water.
OH DAMN!! Things are getting really crazy now! There are so many new twists and turns happening, and crazy bombs being dropped everywhere, that my damn mind is being blown with every turn of the page.
Sevyn and Luther’s story is still very dark and twisted, but this part of their story is more about past secrets being revealed making parts of the story start clicking into place, and how now Sevyn and Luther are changing and morphing into what could possibly be a very dangerous couple of people.
I am in awe of this amazing author and her ability to twist a story so thoroughly that we readers are left grasping at straws trying to figure out how it is all going to play out.
This is one freaking amazing ride of debauchery, suspense, shocking twists and bloody vengeance. Sevyn and Luther are going to wreck havoc on those that have wronged them, even though they may not survive the outcome.
I can’t freaking wait for the last book in this trilogy! I have a feeling it is going to blow the other two books right out of the water.
May 26, 2021
🖤MY DARK LITTLE HEART WAS LIVING IT BESST LIFE DEVOURING THIS READ!!!🖤
Wow!!!! This book was 🔥🔥🔥🔥After reading the first book in this duet turned trilogy, I knew this book wasn’t going to disappoint and I was right! From the Prologue to the gripping end, I was a goner, I couldn’t STOP reading! Riveting, captivating and insanely deliciously dark, this book will take you there!
The character development was phenomenal. I felt like I got to know Sevyn and Luther and understood them more as I read their backstory. The story was well written which made my reading experience that much more enjoyable. I felt like a fly on the wall experiencing / witnessing everything they were.
Even though it took me a looong minute to pick myself up off the floor with the plot twists and brutal cliffhanger, I would most definitely be reading the rest of Sevyns and Luthers story, I’m dying to see how it all unfolds.
Do I recommend this read? Absolutely! Do yourself a favor and experience it for yourself. If you haven’t read it your missing out!
This is why I live to read, Ember you did it again, you just keep killing the game!!!
Wow!!!! This book was 🔥🔥🔥🔥After reading the first book in this duet turned trilogy, I knew this book wasn’t going to disappoint and I was right! From the Prologue to the gripping end, I was a goner, I couldn’t STOP reading! Riveting, captivating and insanely deliciously dark, this book will take you there!
The character development was phenomenal. I felt like I got to know Sevyn and Luther and understood them more as I read their backstory. The story was well written which made my reading experience that much more enjoyable. I felt like a fly on the wall experiencing / witnessing everything they were.
Even though it took me a looong minute to pick myself up off the floor with the plot twists and brutal cliffhanger, I would most definitely be reading the rest of Sevyns and Luthers story, I’m dying to see how it all unfolds.
Do I recommend this read? Absolutely! Do yourself a favor and experience it for yourself. If you haven’t read it your missing out!
This is why I live to read, Ember you did it again, you just keep killing the game!!!
May 26, 2021
I cannot tell you how much I loved this book just as much as I loved the first one "The destruction of Sevyn" you must read that book before this one to understand what is going on!! We are back with Luther and Sevyn, of course it's dark and twisted but no where near as gory or dark as the first book, with that being said there are still possible triggers for people. There are plot twists galore in this one!!!
Sooooo Sevyn now has a choice to make in this book which was good to read, but does she choose wisely? Can she actually make it out alive? We get a lot of flashbacks in this book which I did enjoy, we get to see how Luther and Sevyn were, seven years ago. The pace of the book moves very quickly and there are a lot of twists and turns and some really creative murders too!!!!!
I honestly cannot fault this series so far and leaving us on another cliffhanger, it's now being turned from a duet into a trilogy which is fine by me as long as I get to read more Luther and Sevyn then I'll be happy. I urge anyone to read these books especially if you like horror and dark romance books!!!
Sooooo Sevyn now has a choice to make in this book which was good to read, but does she choose wisely? Can she actually make it out alive? We get a lot of flashbacks in this book which I did enjoy, we get to see how Luther and Sevyn were, seven years ago. The pace of the book moves very quickly and there are a lot of twists and turns and some really creative murders too!!!!!
I honestly cannot fault this series so far and leaving us on another cliffhanger, it's now being turned from a duet into a trilogy which is fine by me as long as I get to read more Luther and Sevyn then I'll be happy. I urge anyone to read these books especially if you like horror and dark romance books!!!
May 25, 2021
Vengeance and Pain
After the bombshell of a cliffhanger that was dropped at the end of The Destruction of Sevyn, I wasn't entirely sure where The Sins of Luther was headed. Boy was I in for a curveball! This second book kept me on the edge of my seat as it was just as gruesome and creative with death as the first, but this time we dove deeper into past memories. The entire time i wondering which road we were going to take as all was revealed in the head of Lunatic Luther with his master plans rapidly crumbling.
𝐸𝑣𝑒𝑟𝑦𝑡ℎ𝑖𝑛𝑔 𝑎𝑟𝑜𝑢𝑛𝑑 𝑢𝑠 𝑏𝑢𝑟𝑛𝑒𝑑 𝑡𝑜 𝑎𝑠ℎ𝑒𝑠, 𝑎𝑛𝑔𝑒𝑟, ℎ𝑎𝑡𝑒, 𝑎𝑛𝑑 𝑔𝑢𝑖𝑙𝑡 𝑝𝑢𝑙𝑙𝑖𝑛𝑔 𝑢𝑠 𝑓𝑢𝑟𝑡ℎ𝑒𝑟 𝑎𝑛𝑑 𝑓𝑢𝑟𝑡ℎ𝑒𝑟 𝑎𝑝𝑎𝑟𝑡 𝑢𝑛𝑡𝑖𝑙 𝑡ℎ𝑒𝑟𝑒 𝑤𝑎𝑠 𝑛𝑜𝑡ℎ𝑖𝑛𝑔 𝑙𝑒𝑓𝑡 𝑏𝑢𝑡 𝑣𝑒𝑛𝑔𝑒𝑎𝑛𝑐𝑒 𝑎𝑛𝑑 𝑝𝑎𝑖𝑛.
Luther had edluded the truth from everyone about his involvement in the events that spiraled seven years ago. Now knowing the other half of the story, he's stuck in his head and second guessing everything about his entire plan. Is it possible that he can change the outcome for Sevyn, and more importantly, what does that mean for him and his future?
After the bombshell of a cliffhanger that was dropped at the end of The Destruction of Sevyn, I wasn't entirely sure where The Sins of Luther was headed. Boy was I in for a curveball! This second book kept me on the edge of my seat as it was just as gruesome and creative with death as the first, but this time we dove deeper into past memories. The entire time i wondering which road we were going to take as all was revealed in the head of Lunatic Luther with his master plans rapidly crumbling.
𝐸𝑣𝑒𝑟𝑦𝑡ℎ𝑖𝑛𝑔 𝑎𝑟𝑜𝑢𝑛𝑑 𝑢𝑠 𝑏𝑢𝑟𝑛𝑒𝑑 𝑡𝑜 𝑎𝑠ℎ𝑒𝑠, 𝑎𝑛𝑔𝑒𝑟, ℎ𝑎𝑡𝑒, 𝑎𝑛𝑑 𝑔𝑢𝑖𝑙𝑡 𝑝𝑢𝑙𝑙𝑖𝑛𝑔 𝑢𝑠 𝑓𝑢𝑟𝑡ℎ𝑒𝑟 𝑎𝑛𝑑 𝑓𝑢𝑟𝑡ℎ𝑒𝑟 𝑎𝑝𝑎𝑟𝑡 𝑢𝑛𝑡𝑖𝑙 𝑡ℎ𝑒𝑟𝑒 𝑤𝑎𝑠 𝑛𝑜𝑡ℎ𝑖𝑛𝑔 𝑙𝑒𝑓𝑡 𝑏𝑢𝑡 𝑣𝑒𝑛𝑔𝑒𝑎𝑛𝑐𝑒 𝑎𝑛𝑑 𝑝𝑎𝑖𝑛.
Luther had edluded the truth from everyone about his involvement in the events that spiraled seven years ago. Now knowing the other half of the story, he's stuck in his head and second guessing everything about his entire plan. Is it possible that he can change the outcome for Sevyn, and more importantly, what does that mean for him and his future?
May 25, 2021
Luther is back and crazier than ever! He is continuing his path to vengeance for his sister's suicide. Him and the brotherhood.
Only Sevyn's letter throws him for a loop and messes with his head and his emotions. Now he doesn't know if he really wants her dead.
Luther also has a secret about toe role he played in sister's demise. He needs to take accountability for that.
Him and Sevyn spend some time reminiscing about the past. Luther is such a master manipulator that is just as hard as the reader to know what's true and real as it is for Sevyn.
The main things Luther and Sevyn have in n common is their need and desire for love and attention. But it doesn't seem as if that is in the cards for either of them.
With mixed emotions and confusion running through his mind, Luther makes some mistakes that could cost them all everything.
The ending caught me off guard, I wasn't ready. I'm still not ready. I couldn't put this down. I had to finish it or I couldn't go to bed. I cannot wait for book 3!! Luther Evans is my favorite psychopath
Only Sevyn's letter throws him for a loop and messes with his head and his emotions. Now he doesn't know if he really wants her dead.
Luther also has a secret about toe role he played in sister's demise. He needs to take accountability for that.
Him and Sevyn spend some time reminiscing about the past. Luther is such a master manipulator that is just as hard as the reader to know what's true and real as it is for Sevyn.
The main things Luther and Sevyn have in n common is their need and desire for love and attention. But it doesn't seem as if that is in the cards for either of them.
With mixed emotions and confusion running through his mind, Luther makes some mistakes that could cost them all everything.
The ending caught me off guard, I wasn't ready. I'm still not ready. I couldn't put this down. I had to finish it or I couldn't go to bed. I cannot wait for book 3!! Luther Evans is my favorite psychopath
June 1, 2021
Brilliant, amazing, superb – there really aren’t enough words that I can use to praise this book. I love this author’s writing; she has a fantastic way of creating a world where you want to be and never want the book to end. This is book 2 and I strongly recommend that you read book one – The Destruction of Sevyn – prior to reading this book so that you get to know the characters and just how devilishly and deliciously dark Luther can be. This does end with a cliff hanger that has left me stunned and impatiently awaiting the final book in this wonderfully dark mesmerizing trilogy. The characters seemed to jump off the pages as I read this book. There is some dark humor in it which just adds to the fantastic story. I can not praise this book enough. I do suggest that you start reading when you have a few hours free, I couldn’t put the book down once I had started reading it.
May 26, 2021
The Sins of Luther is not a book to take lightly. Although not as graphic as it’s first part, The Destruction of Sevyn (one of my favorite reads of 2020) it is definitely a roller coaster of emotions.
We had a cliffhanger of all hades in the DoS that left me wondering how Ember Michael’s would continue to write the story of Luther and Sevyn. Many feel like one must redeem themselves to be worthy of their love…but what if your love has the same wickedness inside that needs to be uncovered and trained?
Once again she leaves us with a narly cliffhanger that makes you scream WTH but anxious for the next installment at the same time. I really can’t wait to see the path Luther and Sevyn take as this book just left us needing more.
We had a cliffhanger of all hades in the DoS that left me wondering how Ember Michael’s would continue to write the story of Luther and Sevyn. Many feel like one must redeem themselves to be worthy of their love…but what if your love has the same wickedness inside that needs to be uncovered and trained?
Once again she leaves us with a narly cliffhanger that makes you scream WTH but anxious for the next installment at the same time. I really can’t wait to see the path Luther and Sevyn take as this book just left us needing more.
May 28, 2021
4 1/2 star read. Once you start it's hard to put down. You have to keep going to see what happens next. This is Book Two in what will be a trilogy. Luther is still seeking revenge for his sister's death. He is also being evasive on his part in events that happened seven years ago. I can't tell you too much about the story or it will spoil it for you. If you love a deep dark read with lots of twists and turns you will love this story.
I received an arc for NNBB. If you like a very dark read with some romance you will like this one. If you have triggers there are a few in this book so it may not be the book for you. This book does end in a cliffhanger so I can't wait for Book Three to see how it all ends.
I received an arc for NNBB. If you like a very dark read with some romance you will like this one. If you have triggers there are a few in this book so it may not be the book for you. This book does end in a cliffhanger so I can't wait for Book Three to see how it all ends.
May 29, 2021
This book picks up right where we were left off and let me say Ember did not disappoint. It’s been a few days and I’m still thinking about all the twists and turns that were thrown our way.
Luther and Sevyn are navigating through their shared past, each experiencing memories of how their decision shaped their current demise. It’s tragic, sinful, messy and painful. Yet as the reader you can’t help but get lost in the back and forth pull of understanding and accepting who they are despite how toxic they are together.
It’s a raw story. You love them and hate them. Their choices and actions each influencing each other and the pain they cause one another. It’s that ripple effect but darker.
I really look forward to the next book and all the surprise twists to come.
Luther and Sevyn are navigating through their shared past, each experiencing memories of how their decision shaped their current demise. It’s tragic, sinful, messy and painful. Yet as the reader you can’t help but get lost in the back and forth pull of understanding and accepting who they are despite how toxic they are together.
It’s a raw story. You love them and hate them. Their choices and actions each influencing each other and the pain they cause one another. It’s that ripple effect but darker.
I really look forward to the next book and all the surprise twists to come.
May 23, 2021
This is the 2nd book in this awesome trilogy and Luther and Sevyn’s journey continues. Luther is carrying a heavy weight on his shoulders, which have resulted in some bad decision being made, and his loyalty being questioned. Luther and Sevyn have a history, and we get to learn how their relationship evolved up until his sister’s tragic passing. This is a well written tale which is heartwrenching, emotionally charged, and with vengeance, drama, passion, and love, which all leads to a thrilling and steamy page turner. I was totally enthralled throughout this epic story, and I look forward to reading the conclusion, and I highly recommend this talented author work.
May 25, 2021
Book 2 starts exactly where book 1 ended.
The introduction of Sevyns letter throws Luther for a loop and the plans he’s had in place for so long to destroy Sevyn start to crumble a bit as the old emotions between the two of them start to come back to the surface.
This book isn’t quite as gruesome as book 1 but instead it’s an emotional rollercoaster, with glimpses into the past.
Learning how the young love of Luther and Sevyn began you will be up and down between understanding exactly why Luther is doing what he is, even tho it’s his self he wants to punish, and hating him for breaking Sevyn so much.
Loved this book and can’t wait for more.
The introduction of Sevyns letter throws Luther for a loop and the plans he’s had in place for so long to destroy Sevyn start to crumble a bit as the old emotions between the two of them start to come back to the surface.
This book isn’t quite as gruesome as book 1 but instead it’s an emotional rollercoaster, with glimpses into the past.
Learning how the young love of Luther and Sevyn began you will be up and down between understanding exactly why Luther is doing what he is, even tho it’s his self he wants to punish, and hating him for breaking Sevyn so much.
Loved this book and can’t wait for more.
May 27, 2021
Loved it!!
I absolutely love these characters.. Book one was awesome with learning our main characters and this book brought out more personality from all the characters.. Love this story.. You will definitely stay on your toes throughout this entire book.. My only problem is I wish I could only take a half a star away instead of a whole just because there was a lot of typing errors..Im bad to highlight these and this book unlike other books from this author has quite a few.. But that is my only problem and I still wouldn't care to buy this paperback and or reread it again just for the story and characters.. Can't wait for book three!!!!!
I absolutely love these characters.. Book one was awesome with learning our main characters and this book brought out more personality from all the characters.. Love this story.. You will definitely stay on your toes throughout this entire book.. My only problem is I wish I could only take a half a star away instead of a whole just because there was a lot of typing errors..Im bad to highlight these and this book unlike other books from this author has quite a few.. But that is my only problem and I still wouldn't care to buy this paperback and or reread it again just for the story and characters.. Can't wait for book three!!!!!
June 19, 2025
After the first book, which left me on such a promising note, this one ended up disappointing me.
I expected more reflection from the hero about what he had done to her.
And from the heroine, I honestly expected that she would take a bit more time before forgiving him.
The author suddenly introduced a new memory from the past that seemed to shift the original cause of everything that happened — and I didn’t like that move.
It felt like it undermined the foundation of the story.
And overall, the dynamic shifted: it was no longer "the hero vs. the heroine" — now it became "the heroes vs. the world."
I expected more reflection from the hero about what he had done to her.
And from the heroine, I honestly expected that she would take a bit more time before forgiving him.
The author suddenly introduced a new memory from the past that seemed to shift the original cause of everything that happened — and I didn’t like that move.
It felt like it undermined the foundation of the story.
And overall, the dynamic shifted: it was no longer "the hero vs. the heroine" — now it became "the heroes vs. the world."
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
May 29, 2021
This book picks up where The Destruction of Sevyn left off.
Luther is still set on avenging his sister’s death.
But he’s determined that before killing Sevyn he wants to know what happened and went on between her and Logan.
He wants all the missing pieces of what lead to that tragic moment for Logan.
When all the truth and information comes to light it’s something he absolutely isn’t prepared for.
Or ready to deal with.
The twists and turns this story takes is stunning.
My jaw is still on the floor!
Waiting on pins and needles for the final book to see how all will conclude.
Luther is still set on avenging his sister’s death.
But he’s determined that before killing Sevyn he wants to know what happened and went on between her and Logan.
He wants all the missing pieces of what lead to that tragic moment for Logan.
When all the truth and information comes to light it’s something he absolutely isn’t prepared for.
Or ready to deal with.
The twists and turns this story takes is stunning.
My jaw is still on the floor!
Waiting on pins and needles for the final book to see how all will conclude.
May 24, 2021
So, WOW! Changed from OMG! And, where I thought I'd learn everything…I was wrong!!!
Ms. Michaels delves deeper into Luther and Sevyn! I know so much, yet so little!
The darkness continues, but now, there's a bit of light!
Am I happy I have to wait for the finale? Yes, because I found a new to me author whose stories have me captivated. No, because, how will I wait! It'll be so freakin' hard!!!
5 Sparkling Stars!
Ms. Michaels delves deeper into Luther and Sevyn! I know so much, yet so little!
The darkness continues, but now, there's a bit of light!
Am I happy I have to wait for the finale? Yes, because I found a new to me author whose stories have me captivated. No, because, how will I wait! It'll be so freakin' hard!!!
5 Sparkling Stars!
June 5, 2021
DNF So many mistakes
I absolutely loved book one and would of loved book two but I couldn’t actually get into because of all the typos, missing words and incorrect words. I pushed as far as I could to 58% but it was far too much and just started ruining the story as I read it.
Such a shame really as this author has an amazing talent and has written a dark and gripping series. I’ll maybe try again if the book is re-edited.
I absolutely loved book one and would of loved book two but I couldn’t actually get into because of all the typos, missing words and incorrect words. I pushed as far as I could to 58% but it was far too much and just started ruining the story as I read it.
Such a shame really as this author has an amazing talent and has written a dark and gripping series. I’ll maybe try again if the book is re-edited.
February 4, 2022
I really love Luther and Sevyn they have such a crazy consuming connection and are so full of darkness it has you questioning their morals , plain as day Luther is physcotic but oh man the twist and turns have you even questioning yourself, can he be redeemable.
I like getting some back story and the character development is outstanding right up my ally welcome to the dark it's a crazy place to be.
I like getting some back story and the character development is outstanding right up my ally welcome to the dark it's a crazy place to be.
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