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Dark Luxuries #3
Darkest Retribution
Jade
In my life, there are two things I know to be completely, irrevocably true.
First, my brother ruins everything.
And second, I can never, ever fall in love.
Not when my brother has already exploited my weak spots for his gain. And not when I’m so close to finally leaving behind the life of crime I was born into.
It doesn’t matter if my neighbor has a soft spot for me and my niece. It doesn’t matter if I’m drawn to him like I’ve never been drawn to any man before.
I have a plan, and I have to stick to it. And that means staying as far away from Dominic Grayson as possible.
Dominic
From the moment I saw Jade, I knew she’d be trouble.
Love isn’t a game I can afford to play right now. Neither is attachment. Yet my neighbor and her niece are burrowing their way further into my affections with every passing day.
The last thing I want to do is endanger them, and that’s why I promised myself I’d stay away.
But I don’t know how much longer I can do that when I can’t get her out of my head. Especially when I can’t help but feel that she’s about to slip through my fingers.
There are many things about Jade that are a mystery to me, but there’s one thing I know for sure:
She’s drawn to me like a moth to a flame.
And I just have to hope I don’t burn her.
Darkest Retribution is the third and final book in the Dark Luxuries Trilogy. It's a dark, suspenseful romance, so it should be read with that in mind. It can be read as a standalone.
In my life, there are two things I know to be completely, irrevocably true.
First, my brother ruins everything.
And second, I can never, ever fall in love.
Not when my brother has already exploited my weak spots for his gain. And not when I’m so close to finally leaving behind the life of crime I was born into.
It doesn’t matter if my neighbor has a soft spot for me and my niece. It doesn’t matter if I’m drawn to him like I’ve never been drawn to any man before.
I have a plan, and I have to stick to it. And that means staying as far away from Dominic Grayson as possible.
Dominic
From the moment I saw Jade, I knew she’d be trouble.
Love isn’t a game I can afford to play right now. Neither is attachment. Yet my neighbor and her niece are burrowing their way further into my affections with every passing day.
The last thing I want to do is endanger them, and that’s why I promised myself I’d stay away.
But I don’t know how much longer I can do that when I can’t get her out of my head. Especially when I can’t help but feel that she’s about to slip through my fingers.
There are many things about Jade that are a mystery to me, but there’s one thing I know for sure:
She’s drawn to me like a moth to a flame.
And I just have to hope I don’t burn her.
Darkest Retribution is the third and final book in the Dark Luxuries Trilogy. It's a dark, suspenseful romance, so it should be read with that in mind. It can be read as a standalone.
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263 pages, Kindle Edition
Published June 30, 2022
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Elira Firethorn
16 books923 followersElira Firethorn is an author of dark, steamy, suspenseful romance. Writing has been her passion since she was fourteen years old, and it continues to be her favorite pastime—aside from reading.
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December 31, 2022
If your introduction to this author is the Ruthless Desire series, I think it’s inevitable that everything else will fall a bit short. In my opinion those 3 (so far) books are unmatched and are my favorite dark romances to date. I didn’t like the first of this set at all, couldn’t even finish it. The writing style was completely different and I also just wasn’t a fan of the way the mmc treated the fmc. This, despite being the same series, is good! Much more my speed in terms of consent, spice, and a decent plot for how short it is. I didn’t read the 2nd in this series and honestly am not invested in the storyline enough to do so, as I said I much prefer the other series. With that being said, this was a nice quick read with a sprinkle of spice, nice tension, and cute moments. Not a fan of the back and forth timeline but it also wasn’t done in a way that made it confusing, so not really a con per se. I would say 8/10 is more accurate than 4/5.
June 29, 2022
I was graciously given this book as an ARC
Darkest Retribution is the third book in the Dark Luxuries series, it has an interlocking story line but can be read as a standalone and the story will still make sense.
Jade is a hard working, over worked woman. she is strong and independent. she is taking care of her niece. She works in an adult club, while being on retainer to do some not so legal things. She suffers from chronic pain, which sometimes prevents her from being in the moment with the people around her. Her neighbor has caught her eye, which she knows she shouldn't.
Dominic, is rough around the edges but deep down is a teddy bear. he is kind, understanding and loving toward Jade and her niece. He and Jade make rules in their "relationship" but he cant help but be more to her, do more for her. his feelings are starting to show, now to just get Jade on board.
I LOVED the whole relationship between Jade and Dominic, they compliment each other so much and so well!! I loved how devoted Dominic was even when Jade was questioning everything.
5/5STAR
3/5SPICE
Darkest Retribution is the third book in the Dark Luxuries series, it has an interlocking story line but can be read as a standalone and the story will still make sense.
Jade is a hard working, over worked woman. she is strong and independent. she is taking care of her niece. She works in an adult club, while being on retainer to do some not so legal things. She suffers from chronic pain, which sometimes prevents her from being in the moment with the people around her. Her neighbor has caught her eye, which she knows she shouldn't.
Dominic, is rough around the edges but deep down is a teddy bear. he is kind, understanding and loving toward Jade and her niece. He and Jade make rules in their "relationship" but he cant help but be more to her, do more for her. his feelings are starting to show, now to just get Jade on board.
I LOVED the whole relationship between Jade and Dominic, they compliment each other so much and so well!! I loved how devoted Dominic was even when Jade was questioning everything.
5/5STAR
3/5SPICE
July 12, 2022
Thank you to the author for this eARC which I recieved in exchange for my honest review.
This is the third in a series, but it can be read without having read the other two as the interlocking story is described well enough for a new reader.
Jade and Dominic are neighbours and both have secrets. As they try to keep their attraction from each other at bay, they discover its not that easy to stay away from one another even though its dangerous.
This is a very steamy romance so of course contains swearing and sexual content. The story also contains some violence. I liked the characters and the writing was good to keep me reading. I do think for myself I'd have preferred to have read the other books first just because I'd have liked to follow the interlocking story into this novel. But the story and romance in this one is really good and if you are a dark romance fan I think you'll enjoy reading about Jade and Dominic.
This is the third in a series, but it can be read without having read the other two as the interlocking story is described well enough for a new reader.
Jade and Dominic are neighbours and both have secrets. As they try to keep their attraction from each other at bay, they discover its not that easy to stay away from one another even though its dangerous.
This is a very steamy romance so of course contains swearing and sexual content. The story also contains some violence. I liked the characters and the writing was good to keep me reading. I do think for myself I'd have preferred to have read the other books first just because I'd have liked to follow the interlocking story into this novel. But the story and romance in this one is really good and if you are a dark romance fan I think you'll enjoy reading about Jade and Dominic.
June 24, 2022
Elira Firethorn is quickly becoming one of my favourite authors. I started by reading her Ruthless Desires series and then moved on to Dark Luxuries. I enjoyed the first two books, but I think that this one has been my favourite so far.
I absolutely loved Dominic and Jade. To start off with Jade, it was so nice to see someone represented with chronic pain and an invisible illness. As someone who suffers from an invisible illness myself, it was so wonderful to see that represented. Jade is an absolute badass and Mama Bear, even though she's Rosie's aunt and I loved that about her character. Dominic, well what can I say, there isn't anything to dislike about him. He is such a sweet, thoughtful, caring, and protective character. The way he cares for Rosie *swoon* You can't not love him.
I did receive an ARC copy of this book but I'm voluntarily leaving this review.
I absolutely loved Dominic and Jade. To start off with Jade, it was so nice to see someone represented with chronic pain and an invisible illness. As someone who suffers from an invisible illness myself, it was so wonderful to see that represented. Jade is an absolute badass and Mama Bear, even though she's Rosie's aunt and I loved that about her character. Dominic, well what can I say, there isn't anything to dislike about him. He is such a sweet, thoughtful, caring, and protective character. The way he cares for Rosie *swoon* You can't not love him.
I did receive an ARC copy of this book but I'm voluntarily leaving this review.
August 18, 2022
I recieved an ARC from the author in exchange for an honest review.
It was a fun read. I couldn't stop reading the book at times but I still felt wanting more from the storyline. Jade is a total badass. I like that she's dominant, fiercely independent and morally gray (🤭). I didn't get a lot of character development for Dom though. I didn't see the "spark" between the two of them. It seemed to me that it went went from no-strings to falling in love somewhere along the way. There wasn't a flow. The ending seemed a bit abrupt but I hope the extended epilogue that the author will be releasing sometime this year will solve this.
It was a fun read. I couldn't stop reading the book at times but I still felt wanting more from the storyline. Jade is a total badass. I like that she's dominant, fiercely independent and morally gray (🤭). I didn't get a lot of character development for Dom though. I didn't see the "spark" between the two of them. It seemed to me that it went went from no-strings to falling in love somewhere along the way. There wasn't a flow. The ending seemed a bit abrupt but I hope the extended epilogue that the author will be releasing sometime this year will solve this.
July 13, 2022
Once again Elira outdid herself.
Jade is one of my favorite characters written by her most definitely.
Every single book I’ve read by this author just gets better and better. She has easily become one of my favorite authors.
Jade is a strong and independent MC.
Dominic is just absolutely amazing.
We love a good sexy neighbor right ? I know I do 💅🏻
Starting with jades pov Just from the first chapter alone had me hooked.
This is definitely a dark and suspenseful book with spicy scenes so please read trigger warnings before diving in. 🖤
Jade is one of my favorite characters written by her most definitely.
Every single book I’ve read by this author just gets better and better. She has easily become one of my favorite authors.
Jade is a strong and independent MC.
Dominic is just absolutely amazing.
We love a good sexy neighbor right ? I know I do 💅🏻
Starting with jades pov Just from the first chapter alone had me hooked.
This is definitely a dark and suspenseful book with spicy scenes so please read trigger warnings before diving in. 🖤
June 28, 2022
ARC review
I'm new to the party and haven't read any of the other books in the series. However, it was perfect as a standalone. Overall paced very well, and enjoyed the charisma between Jade and Dom.
I'm new to the party and haven't read any of the other books in the series. However, it was perfect as a standalone. Overall paced very well, and enjoyed the charisma between Jade and Dom.
August 4, 2022
I love the authors writing sooo much.
This book was seriously just so good
So hot such a good plot
Enough drama
Dom’s understanding ness was amazing.
I loved Rosie and I loved the way everyone acted together. It was just rlly rlly rlly good.
This book was seriously just so good
So hot such a good plot
Enough drama
Dom’s understanding ness was amazing.
I loved Rosie and I loved the way everyone acted together. It was just rlly rlly rlly good.
February 4, 2024
Interesting continuation of the story, the plot thickens in this but the overall ending fell a bit flat. I'm not sure where they'd take the story from here. I do enjoy the character crossovers with her books though.
June 24, 2022
So good Dominic and jade are perfect together! Jade is such and awesome fmc. I loved this book!!!
July 10, 2022
I loved the book, the love between the two main characters are heart warming.
July 11, 2022
Elira does not disappoint! Darkest retribution was worth the wait, and I can easily say I will read it again. Don’t miss out on this book. Read it as soon as possible!
July 15, 2022
3.5 ⭐️
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November 26, 2022For someone who claims to be smart, she can be very dumb sometimes
January 28, 2023
I CAN’T THIS BOOK WAS SO GOD. LIKE IT HAS MY ENTIRE HEART. AND DOM LIKE JUST PICK ME CHOSE ME LOVE MEEE. i’m definitely in a reading slump now.
August 9, 2023
i think this is the best book in the series i loved dom and jade. their story was so cute and i loved the way the plot wrapped up. also rosie is freaking adorable
October 30, 2023
i loved this story i wish it was just longer
August 20, 2024
Rating: 1 ⭐️
Spice: Mid spice / Not for a fan
Spice: Mid spice / Not for a fan
December 8, 2022
[arc review]
Many thanks to the author, Elira, for providing an arc in exchange for an honest review.
Darkest Retribution releases June 30, 2022
4.5 rounded up
- dual pov
- grumpy x grumpy
- brothers enemy
- neighbours (with benefits)
- dark, suspenseful, steamy
- chronic pain rep / panic attacks
- kindle unlimited
Darkest Retribution is the third and final book in the Dark Luxuries series, and follows Jade and Dominic. The timeline picks up right where it leaves off in Twisted Redemption.
From the very first few pages in Jade's pov, I was hooked. In the previous books, there wasn’t much to go off of for Jade’s character besides a few brief mentions, so the intrigue and mystery was definitely there. To learn how badass she is, and who she’s related to?! 100% not your typical girl next door with a sweet niece to take care of - which, by the way, Rosie was so adorable and had some of the best manners!
I loved how Jade and Dominic were both so similar, as if they were both running in parallel lines that were drawn to each other.
From the similar world with overlapping enemies, to both not being able to afford to grow attachments to anyone, and both dealing with difficult parental upbringings and loss, while wanting to be the best adult figure in a child’s life so that they don’t have to experience the same thing they did. Let’s just say I was definitely rooting for them.
Dom!! He’s my favourite of the men from this series. Relatable, grumpy, doesn’t like the heat, and I can easily see him being such an amazing dad or parental figure. Everything he did - from teaching Rosie how to ride a bike, jumping in piles of leaves, making pancakes, doing dishes, checking labels on clothing while doing laundry?! Say no more.
Also, the bondage? In awe that it was written so soothingly and not aggressive or overly rough.
Overall, I thought this was paced really well, and I’m SO excited to know that Felix and Willow will be getting their own book - THEIR BICKERING, it’s fantastic - like an old married couple.
The only reason this was a 4.5 and not a 5 was because of chapter 13 and Simon. I didn’t think they’d go to that extreme, but they really went there!!
TW include dark themes like murder and kidnapping, verbal abuse, a threat to a child’s life.
“Fall is the only season I don’t actively despise.”
Many thanks to the author, Elira, for providing an arc in exchange for an honest review.
Darkest Retribution releases June 30, 2022
4.5 rounded up
- dual pov
- grumpy x grumpy
- brothers enemy
- neighbours (with benefits)
- dark, suspenseful, steamy
- chronic pain rep / panic attacks
- kindle unlimited
Darkest Retribution is the third and final book in the Dark Luxuries series, and follows Jade and Dominic. The timeline picks up right where it leaves off in Twisted Redemption.
From the very first few pages in Jade's pov, I was hooked. In the previous books, there wasn’t much to go off of for Jade’s character besides a few brief mentions, so the intrigue and mystery was definitely there. To learn how badass she is, and who she’s related to?! 100% not your typical girl next door with a sweet niece to take care of - which, by the way, Rosie was so adorable and had some of the best manners!
I loved how Jade and Dominic were both so similar, as if they were both running in parallel lines that were drawn to each other.
From the similar world with overlapping enemies, to both not being able to afford to grow attachments to anyone, and both dealing with difficult parental upbringings and loss, while wanting to be the best adult figure in a child’s life so that they don’t have to experience the same thing they did. Let’s just say I was definitely rooting for them.
Dom!! He’s my favourite of the men from this series. Relatable, grumpy, doesn’t like the heat, and I can easily see him being such an amazing dad or parental figure. Everything he did - from teaching Rosie how to ride a bike, jumping in piles of leaves, making pancakes, doing dishes, checking labels on clothing while doing laundry?! Say no more.
Also, the bondage? In awe that it was written so soothingly and not aggressive or overly rough.
Overall, I thought this was paced really well, and I’m SO excited to know that Felix and Willow will be getting their own book - THEIR BICKERING, it’s fantastic - like an old married couple.
The only reason this was a 4.5 and not a 5 was because of chapter 13 and Simon. I didn’t think they’d go to that extreme, but they really went there!!
TW include dark themes like murder and kidnapping, verbal abuse, a threat to a child’s life.
“Fall is the only season I don’t actively despise.”
February 16, 2023
5⭐ - this entire series is so beautifully written and always has a twist or reveal that I could never expect.
Since they moved in, Domonic has always been infatuated with his neighbor across the street. Jade and her young niece move to the neighborhood, and he is instantly drawn to her. Having done the neighborly thing for so long, Domonic and Jade have been dancing around their feelings for quite some time now. Domonic doesn't want to bring Jade and her niece into their enemies radar. Jade, secretly working for the enemy, can't risk having her niece taken away as a tool to control her.
This all comes to a head when Jade's niece is taken when Jade, a fixer, refuses to kill Domonic and his friends. They band together to get her niece back, and take out their enemy for good.
Such a perfect end to this series, something totally different but fun to follow. This whole series is highly recommended by me.
Since they moved in, Domonic has always been infatuated with his neighbor across the street. Jade and her young niece move to the neighborhood, and he is instantly drawn to her. Having done the neighborly thing for so long, Domonic and Jade have been dancing around their feelings for quite some time now. Domonic doesn't want to bring Jade and her niece into their enemies radar. Jade, secretly working for the enemy, can't risk having her niece taken away as a tool to control her.
This all comes to a head when Jade's niece is taken when Jade, a fixer, refuses to kill Domonic and his friends. They band together to get her niece back, and take out their enemy for good.
Such a perfect end to this series, something totally different but fun to follow. This whole series is highly recommended by me.
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