We return for the sixth installment of the Lion and the Mouse.
Kazimir and Emily hunt for the traitor in Italy. Constant threat lurks within the shadows. The more puzzle pieces are discovered the more their reality unravels.
Dark and deeply erotic, this high-octane romance will lure you into a mystery with deadly twists and turns.
WARNING: Prepare for sleepless nights as well as an emotional rollercoaster that may cause impregnation
Kenya Wright wrote her first novel during her third year at UM Law school. She dropped out a month after the release and never looked back.
Words are power, and Kenya wants to be the greatest wizard that ever lived.
It's an audacity to inspire and teach the healing of love through arousal.
It's this crazy idea that love can not only help a reader escape, but the story can also teach the person about being human, while making them laugh, cry, and hot for more sex.
Really enjoyed the book. Read it in one day. Lots of action, intrigue, roller-coaster of events and of course amazing love between Kasimir and Emily!!! I can't get enough!!! The only small small, almost miniscule criticism was that though I enjoyed inserts of Blues perspective, I would've preferred Davids inner thoughts on the events instead. Though this is only my opinion /preference. Otherwise, amazing book 6!!! A bit of a spoiler, very very very sad for Pavel 😢😢😢. A bit of advice for people, who are new to this series. Start with the book 1, otherwise you'll be lost in the events and have no clue what's going on. Can't wait for book 7!!!
I'm finally finished with this great book. It was like I slowed down on my reading because I didn't want it to end. Talk about a nail biter. Talk about full blown action through the whole book. There was also a lot of comic relief in the book. I'm telling you if you don't read the whole series you are missing out. From the first book tothis book it has always been Kaz blowing up stuff and his love for Em just goes to show you that it doesn't matter where you come from color have no value on love. This book had so many enemies, frenemies, plus some friends. Never trust no one because you never know who will turn on you. Please read this book.
They’re a force when they’re together... The sixth book just hit different. We got to see a different side of the Lion and Mouse aka Lev & Mysh (in my Russian). They’re both entering new territory as soon to be parents and as people still learning each other and understanding their connection.
The Lion is as possessive as ever but is still figuring out his needs. He’s changing and trying to understand himself. Old means don’t work anymore and relying on Em is something he’s learning to do.
Emily (Mouse) is doing the same. She’s trying to fit. Trying to assert her place with a man who is used to getting his way. But pregnant, she’s struggling.
While navigating their relationship, we get hot, hotter, and hottest between the pages. Basically, words set ablaze.
In between, there is action. Enemies in plain sight and many that are hidden.
Guns, knives, fists, blood.
The French are brought back. (Hey Giorgio)
New characters are seen. (Hey Fela and fam)
And of course, death falls on some.
We get to delve in with Blue. See more of Max. Get nervous with King David. Then it’s over way too soon.
It’s a wild ride. But a pleasurable one.
****SPOILER FROM HERE DOWN*****
I’m concerned slightly with the direction of Fela. Most of the Black people mentioned, besides Em and Max are mixed. Technically, they’re Black and Russian but it assumes a lighter skin tone.
Black axe are African. Nigerian to be exact, I believe. And in book six, Fela particularly is beginning to look like the villain. (So the Africans are the enemy). In fact, although he was an unknown factor, in this book, it’s revealed that he’s been Kaz’s silent enemy from book one. Sasha was too and he’s Russian and yes, Kaz has had a lot of enemies that were not African but I don’t know.
I think the imagery of Fela being the ultimate villain across the story makes me sad, especially when his plight, although through antagonistic methods, seems to be to uplift his people who have experienced heinous acts of unjust and unfair treatment inside and outside of their illegal dealings.
I hope in book seven He is somehow redeemed. Or his death is done with respect to his story. He can’t JUST be an enemy. Otherwise, I think the narrative of the books across the board will make me sad.
Either way, it’s a well written story and I’m excited for the final. In truth, I hope we somehow get a book eight 🤞🏽🤞🏽🤞🏽
KW! I never mind the wait on your books, as I know you will bring the heat! My heart is racing right now, as I just finished! Damn! What a ride! Kazamir and Emily have come such a long way, their energy and connection is stronger than ever! I love how Kazimir can be the ruler of the world in public, and be reduced to a timid boy in Emily's presence! He has changed in amazing ways, and it is all due to Emily. Miss Emily! Still a badass, with a kind heart, not letting anything or anyone get in her way! The people that were interconnected in this drama, was shocking! The enemies turned allies! You kept me on my toes from start to finish. King David! Loved the quiet strength and power that he had. Perfect fit to stand next to Kaz. I am so anxious for this next read! What will happen to Paolo? Will Baba's predictions help them better prepare this time? What does Fela really want? Great read! 👍👍👍
As always I can’t wait for the next installment. This book was good from the beginning to the end. I can’t wait to see what the next adventure will bring. Who will Blue choose ? What is Fela’s end game. Just so much going on and I can’t wait.
Bravo, Bravo, Bravo!!! I'm pretty sure I know who the Alpha readers saved and I'm so damn grateful!! This book was so good from start to finish. I always knew King David was Bae but OMG!!! The plot was on point! It was an adventure that had me holding my breath at times and other times thinking WTF!!! Kenya your writing is spectacular. You made me like Valentina and I didn't think that was possible. 🤣🙄🤷🏾♀️😜
I loved this book. I can’t wait for the next installment. And can Giorgio get his own book. I would love to see the type of women he would choose or see him and Blue interact with each other more. Please don’t take to long book book#7.
War! Babies. Spies. Sex workers. Blue has a pov. Baba’s cards see trouble. The Russians, the Italians, the French, the Nigerians, and the Harlem Crew. What could go wrong? New love interests and new alliances. New roles and duties. Maxwell and Misha’s bromance. I was entertained. 4.5⭐️
Amazing! And not disappointed at all! What a ride it was! The action and suspense and intrigue did not disappoint at all! Great book, and I cannot WAIT for book 7!! Whopp whoop!
The Lion and the Mouse series has been like an action packed addictive TV series that you cannot get enough of! Kaz the Lion is the ultimate badass alpha male: fearless leader, ultimate strategizer, stone cold killer and totally in love with the Mouse. Emily the Mouse is the ultimate badass alpha female. Under the guise of being small and meek, she is underestimated by her enemies, but by then it's too late! I can't say enough about Maxwell! 90% of my highlights was something he said! He really needs another side adventure novel, but please let him come back to Emily! Take your time with book 7, Kenya Wright. Keep it as excellent as we have grown to expect, but can we have it before Christmas, please? 🙏
I would have given 5 stars but the audible narrators, both the male and female, were awful.
Lots of thrilling action that keeps you at the edge of your seat. Even though this book has its yawning moments, it is filled with excitement, betrayal, sexy Russians and Frenchmen, it's thrilling, suspenseful and funny. I love the relationship between the Lion and the Mouse and all the other characters in the Bratva.....and there are lots of characters to love. Max, Emily's brother loves smoking joints and whoring. King David, Kaz's #1 who has to get oral sex before entering a gun fight. He was trustworthy until he met an old flame who made him act like an idiot and almost cost him his life. Kazimir's sister Valentina is violently protective of her brother. So many colorful characters in this book that make the book spicey.
Dirty Cravings is long, and I wish I felt some satisfaction at the end of the book, but I really didn't. There were so many storylines still open that I have to believe there will be a Book 7. Please! Let's hope the narrators are better in Book 7. Please!!!!! If you bring back Ellis Evans and let him do the entire book maybe you won't lose stars because of the bad narration.
This was definitely worth the wait. I absolutely loved how Emily was portrayed as a intelligent, strong, fierce, powerful, caring, sensitive, passionate, dominate and submissive woman. I especially loved the transformation and growth Kazamir is and currently under going. I finally released a breath I didn’t know I was holding once I got to the last page. This one had me from start to finish. I couldn’t put this book down, but I also didn’t want the story to end. I loved how the story was told from different points of view. The action scenes had me on edge and the love scenes were scorching hot. ❤️🔥❤️🔥
This series has become my marvel. I love every character. Kill none of my faves please. This series is absolutely amazing. I love kaz & em so much. I really like blue. I hope her David get together. Max has been a fave since the beginning. I read this whole book in less than 24 hrs. I am in love. The meeting at the end had my adrenaline pumping. It is so so good. Brilliantly done. Wow!!!!
Enjoyed this Kaz and Emily my two favorite Alpha couple. I hate they didn't get Fela but I can't wait for the next adventure. King surprised me with Blue. Just curious who is it going to be King or the Butler?
Obsessedddddd ! Uhhhh I love these series sooo much! Kenya didn’t disappoint AGAIN! Please don’t stop writing ! I love that Kaz has David to have his back. Not going to lie I wanted to shoot David a couple times ! I wish Blue was not so idk oblivious and trust herself more and be a badass and I secretly want Her to be with Giorgio can you imagine that love scene! Emily is growing and the all the characters developments is nicely written. I love the softer part of Emily when it comes to Kaz they are both crazy, but each other life line. I couldn’t stop laughing and I had my mouth open moments! This book was dripping with violence, romance, and the love scene were intense! But the twists I couldn’t predict. Especially with Poalo I can’t wait to see the next series it will be dripping with blood great series!!! Bring on the war !
Action packed, steamy and sarcastic humor.....my favorite things! I loved this book! The action scenes made me feel like I was watching a movie in my head. That war between the Butcher and Lion made me lose a little love for the Lion and Mouse. I grew to like the Butcher and Eden so much. Then I read this book and I was right back on Team Lion-Mouse! That last fight scene at the restaurant was off the charts. The humor was dry and dark, but laugh out loud funny and fit the characters so well. So many loose ends still left to guarantee many more great books to follow Lion/Mouse, Butcher/Eden, David/Blue (I hope!), and now Paolo. Thank you for a awesome story. I can’t wait for next ride!
I loved it! I loved everything about this book. Kenya, let me just say 'thank you' for keeping my characters alive. I needed everyone on the boat to make it out of this fight alive, I just couldn't see a scenario where Kaz and Em could make it without them. I think the plan was to off Valentina and David, but that would have made Kaz too vulnerable to Fela. And with all the betrayal he really needed them. I felt bad for Fela when he first appeared in the story, but now I am looking forward to seeing him and his most trusted suffering in the worst possible way. Can't wait for #7!!!
Kenya takes you on a roller coaster of emotions in this series and this book in particular. There is love, lust, fear, sadness, humor...I love Emily and Kaz obsession with each other. They are perfect together. I can't decide between King David and Giorgio for Blue. David is such a germaphobe how would they have sex, that would be interesting:) Paulo stole my heart. I was kinda disappointed that Max didn't off Popobawa but you can't have everything. Now I'm anxiously awaiting the next chapter....bring it on.
When it came out it was an immediate buy! I consumed it in a day and couldn’t put it down. I am so invested in Kaz & Emily! I wanna know now about Blue and David! I loved everything, however, the sex scenes have loss their heat. Don’t get me wrong they were palatable but Kenya has written better sex scenes in all her previous books! I stand her as an author tho and I will continue to be a fan. Can’t wait for the next installation of this adventure! Let Italy burn baby!!
I don't know why anyone would keep testing either one of them.?! These two sho nuff know how to mess up a country don't they?!?!?! I LOVE every minute of them doing it too! I also love how Kaz and Emily are crazy for one another. King David had me worried for a second but seems like I shouldn't have been. He DID THAT! Looking forward to seeing where our author will take things with Blue, King David and Giorgio. Each book of this series just keeps getting better. A huge thank you Ms. Kenya Wright for keeping the series interesting, action packed, full of love and the HOTNESS between Kazimir and his Mysh. I already KNOW you'll be bringing that FIRE with Dirty Revenge!
When there is peace in The Lion and the Mouse's world, we will have world peace. We will follow Kaz and Em through the many layers and wars of the organized crime world until then.
CW: Murder, Torture, Warring Families, Trafficking in Europe, Deception
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Another great entry into this series! Without giving anything away, we got a lot of answers but still have so many to get. The addition of Blue’s POV was interesting, I wonder if she’s going to play an even bigger role or maybe have her own side story?? I absolutely love David’s character and was happy with how things turned out because I was worried for a minute. I also really enjoyed having The Butler around. He’s odd but somehow he became a highlight for me. I would love to see him get his own story.
Another great book, Kenya!! Gurl, you had me on the edge of my seat!! I laughed, cried, and enjoyed the character's development. Thank you for writing a Kick A#% Heroine that I love and who handles herself as a real woman would!! And the Audiobook is really great! I can't wait for the new book. FYI- It took me longer to finish this book because I didn't want it to end... =)
This had so much action, twists and intrigue it's hard to explain it all. I am falling for Blue, David and Giorgio more and more. Those three really made this book. As usual, Lion and Mouse steamed up the pages with sex, fun and power. But what's to become of little Paolo? What will Babe have in the cards for everyone? Will Max, Misha and Jean Pierre bring more crazy? I'm anxious to read on!
Another amazing story I’m glad Popo was killed. The other two characters I’m wish they live. But hey when you got to go you got to go. I hope they keep little Paola he needs love. The sex scenes was hot. The fight scenes was crazy. Fela what do he want? Thank you Ms. Wright Thank You!!!!