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Beautiful Broken Vengeance
Phoenix Raymond is a puzzle. Despite her father selling her to a sick man when she was only a child, she’s a true virgin at twenty-four. Somehow she’s an FBI agent without ever having set foot in Quantico. And most importantly, she wants to destroy my family—but she’s my wife.
She wants us to pay for the skin trade we dealt in. It doesn’t matter we got out of that a long time ago. The debt for her is personal. The woman is tenacious, a problem who refuses to go away. Two weeks ago I demanded my brother allow me to end her as a problem. He denied my request and told me to figure out another way. One week ago he told me to find a wife. When she shows up on my doorstep broken and bleeding, I solve her problem and mine.
Once she’s healed, she thinks she can walk away—that she has to walk away. She thinks because her…needs are different that I won’t want her, won’t be the daddy she craves, that I’ll leave her the way everyone else has. What she doesn’t understand is she belongs to me. She is mine to keep, to protect, to be whatever she needs. I will never let her go. Not even a bullet and blood will buy her freedom. I’m a Levin, Bratva, and we keep what’s ours.
This is the second book in the Bratva Bound standalone series. You need not have read the first to enjoy this one. Please see the content warning in the look inside feature that will link to my website or my website page for Beautiful Broken Vengeance. There are definite triggers. If such things offend you, please don’t buy. For presale, the content warning can be found on fionamurphywrites dot com
She wants us to pay for the skin trade we dealt in. It doesn’t matter we got out of that a long time ago. The debt for her is personal. The woman is tenacious, a problem who refuses to go away. Two weeks ago I demanded my brother allow me to end her as a problem. He denied my request and told me to figure out another way. One week ago he told me to find a wife. When she shows up on my doorstep broken and bleeding, I solve her problem and mine.
Once she’s healed, she thinks she can walk away—that she has to walk away. She thinks because her…needs are different that I won’t want her, won’t be the daddy she craves, that I’ll leave her the way everyone else has. What she doesn’t understand is she belongs to me. She is mine to keep, to protect, to be whatever she needs. I will never let her go. Not even a bullet and blood will buy her freedom. I’m a Levin, Bratva, and we keep what’s ours.
This is the second book in the Bratva Bound standalone series. You need not have read the first to enjoy this one. Please see the content warning in the look inside feature that will link to my website or my website page for Beautiful Broken Vengeance. There are definite triggers. If such things offend you, please don’t buy. For presale, the content warning can be found on fionamurphywrites dot com
347 pages, Kindle Edition
Published December 20, 2022
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About the author
Fiona Murphy
40 books551 followersDue to commitment issues I have lived in many different cities and my favorite is Chicago but I have managed to settle into Austin and perhaps my commitment issues are behind me.
I have enjoyed reading from a very young age and it wasn't long before the children books bored me and I read the books my mother enjoyed Stephen King and Dean Koontz and I didn't sleep without the light on until I was about ten.
I came across my first Harlequin by accident and it was love at first read, no one died and happy endings? It was a whole new world and I loved it.
I wrote my first story at eight and everyone died, of course. Since then I would like to think I've gotten better and now I'm writing the happily ever afters I first fell in love with, with some hot sex thrown in along the way.
As a plus size woman myself, I have started writing the stories I always wanted to see myself in but never did. And now I'm ecstatic to give BBWs the happily ever afters with hot Alphas they so rarely get.
I have enjoyed reading from a very young age and it wasn't long before the children books bored me and I read the books my mother enjoyed Stephen King and Dean Koontz and I didn't sleep without the light on until I was about ten.
I came across my first Harlequin by accident and it was love at first read, no one died and happy endings? It was a whole new world and I loved it.
I wrote my first story at eight and everyone died, of course. Since then I would like to think I've gotten better and now I'm writing the happily ever afters I first fell in love with, with some hot sex thrown in along the way.
As a plus size woman myself, I have started writing the stories I always wanted to see myself in but never did. And now I'm ecstatic to give BBWs the happily ever afters with hot Alphas they so rarely get.
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December 31, 2022
My girl, Phoenix, is a tortured soul who wants to stop sickness in the world after her childhood, and she believes the Levin Bratva Family has a lot of responsibility for things in her life. She's a hacker who's working for the FBI these days, which is how she's going to get the info to dismantle this family's power but things don't quite go according to plan of course. Aleksander Levin is second in command, and now he's expected to get an arranged marriage. Phoenix has become a real pain in the behind for his family, and instead of killing her, he decides he's going to marry her after she shows up on his doorstep bleeding so what could possibly go wrong?! LOL. I loved the premise of this story as things got complicated quickly after he marries her, but there's a lot of daddy kink in the pages, and that's not really my cup of tea. I can get past some, but I had to start skipping over a number of pages if I was going to keep going (this is a personal preference not anything wrong with it) and I needed to keep going since the suspense was outstanding. Anyway, I can see where this review may be confusing, but again, personal preference so don't let me stop you! HIGHLY RECOMMEND!
January 1, 2023
Boy, what a heavy complicated story for Alexander and Phoenix. Not really sure how I feel about their story. I guess because Phoenix's story was so dark, there were just parts of the story that I couldn't grasp or understand. (Not a fan of the daddy/baby genre) But, I do appreciate the journey of where the story eventually took us.
I appreciate the moments between the brothers and the mother that pulled me back in. I also enjoyed the appearances from some of the characters from previous stories (the Sabatini's, Lydia & Decker) Including them helped bring some balance when the story got too heavy.
I would have liked to have seen more interactions throughout the story with Phoenix and the other women, especially Celia. It seemed like the connections didn't happen until the later book.
I appreciate the moments between the brothers and the mother that pulled me back in. I also enjoyed the appearances from some of the characters from previous stories (the Sabatini's, Lydia & Decker) Including them helped bring some balance when the story got too heavy.
I would have liked to have seen more interactions throughout the story with Phoenix and the other women, especially Celia. It seemed like the connections didn't happen until the later book.
December 18, 2022
So, this is the second book in the series and while it is a stand alone, it is best to read with the first as the timelines overlap and you get a better understand of the family business from book one. I’m torn on this one though. The story line doesn’t have a lot too it action wise. This is more about Phoenix’s journey of healing and her relationship with Aleksander. This book is very spicy at times and if this was a trope I was super into, it’d be a 5 star book. I love a good arranged marriage but I wasn’t into the Daddy/Baby Girl trope. Was I invested and wanted to finish it? Yes. Was I intrigued? Yes. Do I wish there was some more action besides their marriage? Yes. This book is very trigger warning heavy and please, please read them! The relationship between Aleksander and Phoenix at times can looks really toxic and taboo (even though this is what they both need) and might make some people super uncomfortable. This book is long so set aside a few hours for this one.
April 25, 2023
TRIGGER WARNING!! Mention of past sexual abuse of trafficked child. Adult content!
Phoenix is a hacker that the FBI uses but she wants an office and a badge. Without it, she can't get to the paper file she needs to bring down the Levin family. She knows they had something to do with her missing uncle and for what they did to her. She still lives in the real life nightmare of her past and she's going to end them and their empire that's built on evil.
Aleksander knows that the sins of his father have come to face off with him. Yet he can't help the way he's drawn to her, despite the fact he has to kill her. When he finds out about her involvement with the FBI he knows she can't be killed by his family. After she turns up at his doorstep beaten and bloody from an attempt on her life, he does the only thing he can do to keep her as well as his family safe. He marries her!
This is full of "GASP" moments and while Phoenix has gone through so much, she's NOT weak!
Protecting his woman from present danger while helping her heal from her past keeps the story's action on high. This isn't a story where love makes all problems go away. I respect the way it's written with what both are going through in mind. Even though she's not really sure who she is because all she's known for so long is hate, he NEVER makes her feel like "less" or "perverted" as she finds who she is.
This deals with very real and raw emotions. You will be angry, maybe even cry (I did), and you will be very happy for her in her HEA.
YES I recommend this book!
Phoenix is a hacker that the FBI uses but she wants an office and a badge. Without it, she can't get to the paper file she needs to bring down the Levin family. She knows they had something to do with her missing uncle and for what they did to her. She still lives in the real life nightmare of her past and she's going to end them and their empire that's built on evil.
Aleksander knows that the sins of his father have come to face off with him. Yet he can't help the way he's drawn to her, despite the fact he has to kill her. When he finds out about her involvement with the FBI he knows she can't be killed by his family. After she turns up at his doorstep beaten and bloody from an attempt on her life, he does the only thing he can do to keep her as well as his family safe. He marries her!
This is full of "GASP" moments and while Phoenix has gone through so much, she's NOT weak!
Protecting his woman from present danger while helping her heal from her past keeps the story's action on high. This isn't a story where love makes all problems go away. I respect the way it's written with what both are going through in mind. Even though she's not really sure who she is because all she's known for so long is hate, he NEVER makes her feel like "less" or "perverted" as she finds who she is.
This deals with very real and raw emotions. You will be angry, maybe even cry (I did), and you will be very happy for her in her HEA.
YES I recommend this book!
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
July 2, 2023
I want to start off by saying check the trigger warnings. This is a darker book and there are discussions of child trafficking and abuse, along with different kinks (specifically daddy and consensual NC) that may be too much for some people. Admittedly I don't enjoy the whole daddy thing, especially when its heavily focused on. To be sure, it's heavily focused on in this book but it didn't bother me too much. I went into this book knowing about the triggers and still decided to read it because the Levin family and this world fascinates me. I enjoy this author's writing style and this book did not disappoint. The two leads work well together, and there's plenty of action and drama. I also loved the final chapters and epilogue. Also, very real issues such as abuse, grooming, natural sexual desires, issues with touch, etc. were all written about with knowledge/research and respect. This is a four star read based on personal preferences. Aleksander was too sweet and giving. He actually became too flowery and cheesy for me about midway through the book. Phoenix was a little too needy and whiney. She lost a lot of her sass and fire, and that wasn't as satisfying to read.
December 17, 2022
3.75stars—BEAUTIFUL BROKEN VENGEANCE is the second instalment in Fiona Murphy’s contemporary adult BRATVA BOUND dark, erotic, Bratva age-gap romance series-a spin off from the author’s THE SABATINI FAMILY series. This is thirty eight year old Aleksander Levin, and twenty-three year old computer hacker turned FBI agent Phoenix Raymond’s story line. BEAUTIFUL BROKEN VENGEANCE can be read as a stand alone without any difficulty. Any important information from the previous story line is revealed where necessary.
NOTE: Most of the events run parallel to, and cross over with, most of the events of book one BEAUTIFUL BROKEN OBSESSION.
WARNING: Due to the nature of the story line premise there WILL be triggers for more sensitive readers.
Told from dual first person perspectives (Aleksander and Phoenix) BEAUTIFUL BROKEN VENGEANCE follows computer hacker turned FBI agent Phoenix Raymond on her quest for revenge against the Levin family. Several years earlier Phoenix’s foster father was murdered, and our heroine believes someone in the Levin family was responsible. Determined to take down the Levin empire, Phoenix works her way into a position within the FBI in an effort to ferret out information about the Levin family but our heroine isn’t the brightest bulb in the house, and finds herself at the mercy of Aleksander Levin. Battered and broken from a fact finding mission gone wrong, Phoenix wakes up days later, only to discover she is married to Aleksander Levin, and there is a price on our heroine’s head. What ensues is the building but contemptuous relationship between Aleksander and Phoenix, and the potential fall-out when the truth is revealed.
Phoenix Raymond is a young woman whose determination to destroy the Levin family is single minded, and eventually lands her in the proverbial hot water. Phoenix’s goal is to take down all child and human trafficking rings, beginning with what she believes to be the Levin Bratva connection. Phoenix doesn’t act, she reacts; she is oblivious to the social norms of the real world, and intricacies of Bratva life; her issues of low self-esteem are exacerbated by years of trauma and abuse, self-hatred, and a lack of self-worth, and the fine line between strong-willed and annoying is cross several times. Aleksander Levin needs a wife but doesn’t want an arranged marriage with someone else. Having watched his brother suffer without the woman he loved, Aleksander takes control, claiming our heroine as his own but Aleksander’s relationship with Phoenix quickly evolves into Daddy dynamic-kink, as our heroine struggles to let go of the past. As Aleksander and his brothers deal with the business of Bratva life, Phoenix often battles between head and heart believing she is unworthy of Aleksander’s love.
The relationship between Phoenix and Aleksander begins acrimoniously as our heroine continues to threaten the Levin family. Aware yet oblivious to the criminal underworld, Phoenix often finds herself at a disadvantage, believing she is capable of controlling the situation yet not. As the relationship between Phoenix and Aleksander becomes sexual, our heroine must come to terms with what she wants moving forward. The $ex scene are intimate, erotic, provocative including a scene of questionable consent, domination and power. Once again, I do not like the use of a certain four letter word-used 60 times throughout the story-although I accept the word in my MC and Mafia romances, I found the overuse distracting, excessive and disruptive (again) including 25 instances of the word sl*t.
The secondary and supporting characters include cartel members Manuel Rodriguez, and Richie Angelo: Aleksander’s right hand man David; FBI Agents Presley and John. We are re-introduced to Aleksander Levin’s brothers Maxim, Damien, Nikita, and Milos and Celia, as well as their mother; Tony, Luca and Dominic Sabatini. The requisite evil has many faces.
BEAUTIFUL BROKEN VENGEANCE is a story of power and control, betrayal and vengeance, murder and abuse, acceptance and love. The premise is dark and dramatic; the romance is Daddy-kink dynamic focused; the characters are broken yet determined.
Take note of the trigger warning as some scenes may not be tolerated by more sensitive readers.
NOTE: Most of the events run parallel to, and cross over with, most of the events of book one BEAUTIFUL BROKEN OBSESSION.
WARNING: Due to the nature of the story line premise there WILL be triggers for more sensitive readers.
Told from dual first person perspectives (Aleksander and Phoenix) BEAUTIFUL BROKEN VENGEANCE follows computer hacker turned FBI agent Phoenix Raymond on her quest for revenge against the Levin family. Several years earlier Phoenix’s foster father was murdered, and our heroine believes someone in the Levin family was responsible. Determined to take down the Levin empire, Phoenix works her way into a position within the FBI in an effort to ferret out information about the Levin family but our heroine isn’t the brightest bulb in the house, and finds herself at the mercy of Aleksander Levin. Battered and broken from a fact finding mission gone wrong, Phoenix wakes up days later, only to discover she is married to Aleksander Levin, and there is a price on our heroine’s head. What ensues is the building but contemptuous relationship between Aleksander and Phoenix, and the potential fall-out when the truth is revealed.
Phoenix Raymond is a young woman whose determination to destroy the Levin family is single minded, and eventually lands her in the proverbial hot water. Phoenix’s goal is to take down all child and human trafficking rings, beginning with what she believes to be the Levin Bratva connection. Phoenix doesn’t act, she reacts; she is oblivious to the social norms of the real world, and intricacies of Bratva life; her issues of low self-esteem are exacerbated by years of trauma and abuse, self-hatred, and a lack of self-worth, and the fine line between strong-willed and annoying is cross several times. Aleksander Levin needs a wife but doesn’t want an arranged marriage with someone else. Having watched his brother suffer without the woman he loved, Aleksander takes control, claiming our heroine as his own but Aleksander’s relationship with Phoenix quickly evolves into Daddy dynamic-kink, as our heroine struggles to let go of the past. As Aleksander and his brothers deal with the business of Bratva life, Phoenix often battles between head and heart believing she is unworthy of Aleksander’s love.
The relationship between Phoenix and Aleksander begins acrimoniously as our heroine continues to threaten the Levin family. Aware yet oblivious to the criminal underworld, Phoenix often finds herself at a disadvantage, believing she is capable of controlling the situation yet not. As the relationship between Phoenix and Aleksander becomes sexual, our heroine must come to terms with what she wants moving forward. The $ex scene are intimate, erotic, provocative including a scene of questionable consent, domination and power. Once again, I do not like the use of a certain four letter word-used 60 times throughout the story-although I accept the word in my MC and Mafia romances, I found the overuse distracting, excessive and disruptive (again) including 25 instances of the word sl*t.
The secondary and supporting characters include cartel members Manuel Rodriguez, and Richie Angelo: Aleksander’s right hand man David; FBI Agents Presley and John. We are re-introduced to Aleksander Levin’s brothers Maxim, Damien, Nikita, and Milos and Celia, as well as their mother; Tony, Luca and Dominic Sabatini. The requisite evil has many faces.
BEAUTIFUL BROKEN VENGEANCE is a story of power and control, betrayal and vengeance, murder and abuse, acceptance and love. The premise is dark and dramatic; the romance is Daddy-kink dynamic focused; the characters are broken yet determined.
Take note of the trigger warning as some scenes may not be tolerated by more sensitive readers.
December 27, 2022
Trigger Warnings:
Sexual Abuse (Mentioned)
Trafficking Children(Mentioned)
Trafficking Adults (Mentioned)
Grooming Children (Mentioned)
Violence
Daddy Kink
Phoenix is a hacker with a grudge on her shoulders and a chance where the FBI needs her help turns into an opportunity to get the vengeance she craves. The main target is the Levin family Russian Mafia (Bratva) who destroyed her life and family. Until she destroys them she feels her nightmares will never stop. Aleksander Levin the second to the head of the Bratva and the second oldest brother is confronted by Phoenix. Though he's amused by her the threat that she throws out is still a threat and now someone he has to eliminate. Aleksander was told to find a wife in the next two months and as a bloody beaten Phoenix drops into his hands he has found a solution to both problems. By killing two birds with one stone he marries his enemy and the threat is eliminated. Phoenix whole world get turned upside down and there is nothing she can do about it.
This story had me really enthralled and just fascinated with how Aleksander handled Phoenix emotional and physical issues thrown at him. Where she felt shame at the aspect of her sexual experiences he just learned and he gave her what she needed it was next level deep. Every damn time I question my libido as to why wanting a dangerous mafia person is bad here comes another book that just gets me hot and bothered and I'm like why not! The sex was out of this world amazing and Aleksander was a total Alpha Daddy indeed.
Sexual Abuse (Mentioned)
Trafficking Children(Mentioned)
Trafficking Adults (Mentioned)
Grooming Children (Mentioned)
Violence
Daddy Kink
Phoenix is a hacker with a grudge on her shoulders and a chance where the FBI needs her help turns into an opportunity to get the vengeance she craves. The main target is the Levin family Russian Mafia (Bratva) who destroyed her life and family. Until she destroys them she feels her nightmares will never stop. Aleksander Levin the second to the head of the Bratva and the second oldest brother is confronted by Phoenix. Though he's amused by her the threat that she throws out is still a threat and now someone he has to eliminate. Aleksander was told to find a wife in the next two months and as a bloody beaten Phoenix drops into his hands he has found a solution to both problems. By killing two birds with one stone he marries his enemy and the threat is eliminated. Phoenix whole world get turned upside down and there is nothing she can do about it.
This story had me really enthralled and just fascinated with how Aleksander handled Phoenix emotional and physical issues thrown at him. Where she felt shame at the aspect of her sexual experiences he just learned and he gave her what she needed it was next level deep. Every damn time I question my libido as to why wanting a dangerous mafia person is bad here comes another book that just gets me hot and bothered and I'm like why not! The sex was out of this world amazing and Aleksander was a total Alpha Daddy indeed.
December 31, 2022
So I want to talk about this book by our lovely resident author, Fiona Aina Murphy! You guys know I’m a huge fan of her books because her heroes are always super alpha cavemen. Aleksander is no exception and this is a mafia romance. Phoenix is after him because of her past and watch your triggers because this one has some very dark elements. So let me admit I am not someone who seeks out daddy books. That being said with Phoenix’s past it worked in this instance and I feel like she really needed a “daddy” after what she had been through. This book had so many elements that we like.
Aleksander had cameras 😍.
He was dominant and possessive.
There was lots of spice 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️!
C°ckwarming because they just liked to stay as close to one another as possible. Beware there is mentioning of $uman træ$$icking but this book was so good y’all. No ow drama! When they first meet he has brought a woman home with him but the heroine shows up and the ow takes off before anything ever happens so no ow smex. No drama. No cheating. No sharing. So good! Even if the daddy kink isn’t something you are into , like me, this is still a good read. The heroine’s past just makes it work. She’s damaged and broken but the hero uses it as a way to heal her. Gahhhhhh , it was so good. Fiona has even added it to KU you guys! https://www.amazon.com/Beautiful-Brok...
Aleksander had cameras 😍.
He was dominant and possessive.
There was lots of spice 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️!
C°ckwarming because they just liked to stay as close to one another as possible. Beware there is mentioning of $uman træ$$icking but this book was so good y’all. No ow drama! When they first meet he has brought a woman home with him but the heroine shows up and the ow takes off before anything ever happens so no ow smex. No drama. No cheating. No sharing. So good! Even if the daddy kink isn’t something you are into , like me, this is still a good read. The heroine’s past just makes it work. She’s damaged and broken but the hero uses it as a way to heal her. Gahhhhhh , it was so good. Fiona has even added it to KU you guys! https://www.amazon.com/Beautiful-Brok...
January 27, 2023
DNF At 70%
The beginning of the book was meh i liked it. I liked Aleksander’s (underline his name) character it was ok but when he met Pheonix i loved him . He was so gentle with her even though he knew she wanted to kill him and his family. I liked Pheonix’s character in the beginning of the book she was strong and didn’t need anything from anyone but throughout the book she became needy and whiny that i couldn’t stand her and that’s not all she went though shit and have trauma from her past which i wanna give her a hug but basically she has dady issues and a daddy kink which is ok I don’t mind reading about daddy kink AS LONG AS ITS JUST IN THE BEDROOM!!! She kept on calling Aleksander daddy at every minute of the day for example “i tried to help him clean. Daddy frowns as i sit back down sipping on the wine tasting…..as I watched Daddy move around the kitchen” like come on is that not cringey and annoying!! I understand she has truama from her dad but like STOP CALLING HIM DADDY EVERY DAMN MINUTE!!! As i said she became so dependent, needy and whiny on Aleksander that i feel like she’s acting like a true kid instead of an actual adult. Even though this book intreaged me I couldn’t finish it. And the ONLY reason why i gave it 3 stars was because of Aleksander.
The beginning of the book was meh i liked it. I liked Aleksander’s (underline his name) character it was ok but when he met Pheonix i loved him . He was so gentle with her even though he knew she wanted to kill him and his family. I liked Pheonix’s character in the beginning of the book she was strong and didn’t need anything from anyone but throughout the book she became needy and whiny that i couldn’t stand her and that’s not all she went though shit and have trauma from her past which i wanna give her a hug but basically she has dady issues and a daddy kink which is ok I don’t mind reading about daddy kink AS LONG AS ITS JUST IN THE BEDROOM!!! She kept on calling Aleksander daddy at every minute of the day for example “i tried to help him clean. Daddy frowns as i sit back down sipping on the wine tasting…..as I watched Daddy move around the kitchen” like come on is that not cringey and annoying!! I understand she has truama from her dad but like STOP CALLING HIM DADDY EVERY DAMN MINUTE!!! As i said she became so dependent, needy and whiny on Aleksander that i feel like she’s acting like a true kid instead of an actual adult. Even though this book intreaged me I couldn’t finish it. And the ONLY reason why i gave it 3 stars was because of Aleksander.
December 23, 2022
This was my first book I've read from this author and it was good! It's a dark mafia romance, so do check your trigger warnings before reading this one. Phoenix is a plus size woman, for a living she hacks for the FBI. She's had a very bad upbringing, she struggles with day to day chores and going out, seeing people. The only person she ever loved was her uncle Ray but he disappeared mysteriously. She knows it has something to do with the Levin family, so she tries to get information on them so she can find out what happened to uncle ray. I won't say to much and spoil anything because it's so much better that you just read the book and find out for yourself.
Aleksander is the second oldest brother of the Levin family. Their paths cross and there is an instant not attraction but a connection there that they just don't know how to explain. Aleksander is everything you could possibly want in a morally grey character. He would kill and die for his woman. he's open to anything, willing to try whatever it takes just to make her happy. and I'm so here for it. I want to read more about these brothers and there crazy stories, I'm hooked now.
Aleksander is the second oldest brother of the Levin family. Their paths cross and there is an instant not attraction but a connection there that they just don't know how to explain. Aleksander is everything you could possibly want in a morally grey character. He would kill and die for his woman. he's open to anything, willing to try whatever it takes just to make her happy. and I'm so here for it. I want to read more about these brothers and there crazy stories, I'm hooked now.
January 2, 2023
Wow, what a read. I loved the first book about Milos and Celia. I sort of thought I was prepared for Aleksander but I was wrong lol. I think this story was dark, did have triggers and I still decided to wade in. It took me a bit because I was nervous but overall I do think the story is worth it. I would say do your homework on this. Fiona is very honest and descriptive in warning people. Aleksander and Phoenix start as enemies. His family has been the source of her pain since childhood and she is looking to punish them now as an adult. Aleksander is not a hero. He is definitely our main male character but based off how he lives, I wouldn't consider him a typical hero but that is what I loved about this story.
These are two people that on paper shouldn't be together but end up with this connection that can't be denied. I think this is worth checking out, especially if you have read the first book in this series.
These are two people that on paper shouldn't be together but end up with this connection that can't be denied. I think this is worth checking out, especially if you have read the first book in this series.
December 19, 2022
I love Bratva stories, and I loved the age gap in this as well.
Dual POV will always be a favorite of mine and it was executed perfectly.
Being able to see the different sides of everything, it makes you feel more involved in the story and all of the emotions that the characters are experiencing.
Now with that being said, check your triggers with this book.
It does get heavy at times, and some people might not like all the tropes in this book, but I found it to be a good read that I easily slid into and kept me engaged and entertained the whole way through.
The spice stays and you can definitely see that these two main characters are complete end game regardless of past issues, and that they will face anything together.
Solid read. (Would of probably in one day if things didnt come up that caused me to put my kindle down)
Solid recommendation.
Dual POV will always be a favorite of mine and it was executed perfectly.
Being able to see the different sides of everything, it makes you feel more involved in the story and all of the emotions that the characters are experiencing.
Now with that being said, check your triggers with this book.
It does get heavy at times, and some people might not like all the tropes in this book, but I found it to be a good read that I easily slid into and kept me engaged and entertained the whole way through.
The spice stays and you can definitely see that these two main characters are complete end game regardless of past issues, and that they will face anything together.
Solid read. (Would of probably in one day if things didnt come up that caused me to put my kindle down)
Solid recommendation.
December 21, 2022
Another great story from Fiona Murphy. I must say I love that her heroines are normal girls who come from different walks of life and with baggage and not just the few extra pounds here and there. Phoenix and Alexander’s story has it all. I don’t and won’t give any spoilers. But let me tell you, this book has it all, passion, love and very sexy hero, who knows what his woman needs. Both strong minded, both loyal and both needing each other. It may not be an easy read for some, it touches issues we hear on the news occasionally. Author makes it more personal, shows us emotional and mental fallback, but also shows us that there is always a way to pick up the pieces and make person whole again, it is really good story and well written. Definitely worth reading.
December 27, 2022
Phoenix is a hacker that is sometimes used by the FBI. She had a horrible time growing up and because of all that she went through she struggles with day to day life. Now she wants a more permanent roll in the FBI for own reasons and one of those includes taking down the Levin family.
Aleksander is the second oldest brother in the Levin family, and was recently was told he had to find a wife. When his path crosses with Phoenix they are instantly attracted, but she's a threat to his family. Then she shows up on his doorstep beaten and things take a different turn than either expected.
I absolutely loved this book! It's spicy, emotional, action packed and impossible to put down. It's everything you could possibly want and love in a mafia romance and I can't wait for more!
Aleksander is the second oldest brother in the Levin family, and was recently was told he had to find a wife. When his path crosses with Phoenix they are instantly attracted, but she's a threat to his family. Then she shows up on his doorstep beaten and things take a different turn than either expected.
I absolutely loved this book! It's spicy, emotional, action packed and impossible to put down. It's everything you could possibly want and love in a mafia romance and I can't wait for more!
February 6, 2023
Not for the timid!
I must admit these stories sometimes have me skimming through. I understand that this is a story about the way a woman was Groomed, from a child of seven, and passed to others, resulting in her needing a Daddy to care for her, but still was trained to think anything sexual she felt, was dirty. The man who she runs to after she was severely beaten, and stabbed, is the man she planned on having arrested. She doesn't know why she goes to him, and not a hospital. It starts a chain of events that builds a very unconventional, and co dependent relationship. If you have any problems with BDSM, or Daddy /Baby Girl play, this is not your book. Sebastian is a man who will do anything to protect, and keep his Baby girl happy. Even kill.
I must admit these stories sometimes have me skimming through. I understand that this is a story about the way a woman was Groomed, from a child of seven, and passed to others, resulting in her needing a Daddy to care for her, but still was trained to think anything sexual she felt, was dirty. The man who she runs to after she was severely beaten, and stabbed, is the man she planned on having arrested. She doesn't know why she goes to him, and not a hospital. It starts a chain of events that builds a very unconventional, and co dependent relationship. If you have any problems with BDSM, or Daddy /Baby Girl play, this is not your book. Sebastian is a man who will do anything to protect, and keep his Baby girl happy. Even kill.
December 29, 2022
Amazing
Fiona is one of my favorite authors, and she really knocked it out of the park this time. It was such a good addition to this series. The love story between Alexander and Phoenix is one of a kind. Alexander is an alpha male through and through, and I loved how he knew what he wanted and went for it. There was no denying himself or his feelings when he met Phoenix. The love, support, safety and trust he showed Phoenix, really made her blossom.
And we can’t really get away from how steamy this book was. Their sexual chemistry was of the charts! Filthy, dirty and so sweet.
I can’t wait for the next edition in this series!
Fiona is one of my favorite authors, and she really knocked it out of the park this time. It was such a good addition to this series. The love story between Alexander and Phoenix is one of a kind. Alexander is an alpha male through and through, and I loved how he knew what he wanted and went for it. There was no denying himself or his feelings when he met Phoenix. The love, support, safety and trust he showed Phoenix, really made her blossom.
And we can’t really get away from how steamy this book was. Their sexual chemistry was of the charts! Filthy, dirty and so sweet.
I can’t wait for the next edition in this series!
December 31, 2022
This is very dark romance contains quite of few triggers such as: sex trafficking, past SA, some violence
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If you’re into “daddy schmink” this book is for you.
The vengeance in here and the tension in the beginning was great. The FMC I feel like I could relate so much to. I could see the shit she is has been through and think and understand a lot of her “kinks”
I think aleksander is hot AF
The storyline was wild, it has action, vengeance, drama! So many things happens past tense and present to the FMC and omg it’s a lot.
I loved the far rep in here. The express in comfort of sexuality.
Just check tw
If you’re into “daddy schmink” this book is for you.
The vengeance in here and the tension in the beginning was great. The FMC I feel like I could relate so much to. I could see the shit she is has been through and think and understand a lot of her “kinks”
I think aleksander is hot AF
The storyline was wild, it has action, vengeance, drama! So many things happens past tense and present to the FMC and omg it’s a lot.
I loved the far rep in here. The express in comfort of sexuality.
December 19, 2022
**triggers galore***
Wow! This book exceeded by my expectations. As I come to love all her novels no one can write a good curvy character like Fiona. Although you can read it as a standalone but it would help if you read the first book in the series it would help you get better understanding of the brothers. The book is long but worth every second reading it! Where can I get me an Aleksander of should I say "daddy" he was so delicious to read about. What more can I say Read the book 10 out of 10
Wow! This book exceeded by my expectations. As I come to love all her novels no one can write a good curvy character like Fiona. Although you can read it as a standalone but it would help if you read the first book in the series it would help you get better understanding of the brothers. The book is long but worth every second reading it! Where can I get me an Aleksander of should I say "daddy" he was so delicious to read about. What more can I say Read the book 10 out of 10
December 19, 2022
This is the second book in this series, and this is Phoenix and Aleksaunder’s journey. Phoenix is a computer hacker, who has worked hart to become an FBI agent, and she is focused on taking down the Levin family who she holds responsible for her foster dad’s murder. This is a well written story which is dark, raw, gritty, and intriguing, with family, vengeance, self-esteem issues, challenges, trauma, emotions, and age gap, and love, which leads to a compelling page turner.
I look forward to reading more from this talented author whose work I highly recommend.
I look forward to reading more from this talented author whose work I highly recommend.
December 20, 2022
Beautiful Broken Vengeance by Fiona Murphy is book Two in the Bratva Bound Series. This is the story of Phoenix Raymond and Aleksander Levin. I have read the previous book (Loved it!) so that did add to my enjoyment of this one. Phoenix is a young women of 24 who is a FBI agent hacker who feels the Levin family is the enemy. Aleksander has been trying to get his brother to handle the FBI agent giving them grief so when he sees Phoenix he fixes both Phoenix problem and his. I always enjoy Ms. Murphy's writing. Loved this book and I hope to read more from this author.
January 4, 2023
Bratva Romance
Phoenix is out to take the Lev Mafia out because of what they have done to her and her family and for human trafficking . However she doesn’t know that they put an end to their father’s involvement in the trade .When she meets Aleksander they both feel a pull to one another but she detests him that is until she has no one to turn to but him and now she’s stuck between a rock and a hard place . This is my first book from Fiona Murphy it took me a while to get into because I was in a bit if a slump but when I did I devoured it.
Phoenix is out to take the Lev Mafia out because of what they have done to her and her family and for human trafficking . However she doesn’t know that they put an end to their father’s involvement in the trade .When she meets Aleksander they both feel a pull to one another but she detests him that is until she has no one to turn to but him and now she’s stuck between a rock and a hard place . This is my first book from Fiona Murphy it took me a while to get into because I was in a bit if a slump but when I did I devoured it.
February 2, 2023
Romantic, Raw and Real
The story of Alexander and Phoenix has been one of the most gripping of the entire series. FM has an incredible way of drawing one into every story and this one was no exception. This book was the most emotional of the series due to the child grooming content. It will definitely trigger; but incredibly eye opening. It was wonderful to visit with previous characters as though visiting with one's expanding family. Looking forward to the brothers and sister to follow and their steamy stories.
The story of Alexander and Phoenix has been one of the most gripping of the entire series. FM has an incredible way of drawing one into every story and this one was no exception. This book was the most emotional of the series due to the child grooming content. It will definitely trigger; but incredibly eye opening. It was wonderful to visit with previous characters as though visiting with one's expanding family. Looking forward to the brothers and sister to follow and their steamy stories.
December 18, 2022
Mind blown!
This is one of the best books I've read all year long. I went in blind. Probably not the best decision considering the subject matter. This isn't an easy read. I went through every emotion more than a few times, including crying.
It is a beautiful story and even though it's really long and I spent all day reading it once I was done I read it the next day again.
I highly recommend but check the warning.
This is one of the best books I've read all year long. I went in blind. Probably not the best decision considering the subject matter. This isn't an easy read. I went through every emotion more than a few times, including crying.
It is a beautiful story and even though it's really long and I spent all day reading it once I was done I read it the next day again.
I highly recommend but check the warning.
December 19, 2022
2 Broken People Create a New Whole
Aleksander and Phoenix are fated to be together way before they even know it. He marries her to protect her but even though they are enemies when they start their journey together, it is one filled with love, healing and mutual adoration! This book is hot! The steam and friction is tangible from these two and their story is one that is interwoven with hurt, heartbreak and rebirth. I am now dying to know which brother is next - maybe Nakita???
Aleksander and Phoenix are fated to be together way before they even know it. He marries her to protect her but even though they are enemies when they start their journey together, it is one filled with love, healing and mutual adoration! This book is hot! The steam and friction is tangible from these two and their story is one that is interwoven with hurt, heartbreak and rebirth. I am now dying to know which brother is next - maybe Nakita???
December 26, 2022
This book was a pleasant surprise. It’s a dark romance with an amazing story of two people who you would never believe could see past their own messed up lives to be together but, somehow they make it happen. The main characters are wonderful. I was hooked from the very beginning of this book. The characters building was perfect and they were very believable and engaging. I look forward to reading many more book by Fiona Murphy. Thank you!!!
December 25, 2022
Murphy's writing keeps getting better in my not so humble opinion. I can't wait for her next one. Having said that, this book is probably my least favorite, and that's on me, not her. The whole "daddy" thing is totally not my kink; if it's yours, I highly recommend this book. Do be warned the story is laden with the dark topic of sexual child abuse, so if that's a trigger, definitely stay away from this book.
January 7, 2023
Love, Love, Love...
I really liked Phoenix's and Aleksander's story. It was very interesting how their pasts were intertwined. I am glad that they were able to work past their traumas to have a healthier relationship in the future. I am looking forward to Karina/Sandro's and Nikita/Aracely's stories. I just love Fiona Murphy's books.
I really liked Phoenix's and Aleksander's story. It was very interesting how their pasts were intertwined. I am glad that they were able to work past their traumas to have a healthier relationship in the future. I am looking forward to Karina/Sandro's and Nikita/Aracely's stories. I just love Fiona Murphy's books.
June 5, 2023
Couldn't put it down
Loved this storyline and characters It had me engrossed, and I couldn't put it down. From only discovering this author recently, this is the 12 book I've read. I cant out her books down. Always an amazing read with characters you become to love. Cant wait for the next book xx
Loved this storyline and characters It had me engrossed, and I couldn't put it down. From only discovering this author recently, this is the 12 book I've read. I cant out her books down. Always an amazing read with characters you become to love. Cant wait for the next book xx
December 20, 2022
Loved the story as a whole it was a great read and educational at the same time…loved the development between all of the characters and the growth that both main characters had to go through can’t wait to read more
December 23, 2022
This book is stunning, I love the characters slow at first but once it picks up oh my I fell I love, it was fun when they used Russian and learn a new language during it. This couple was not what was expected but fit somehow. Phoenix and Aleksander have great Chemistry as they grow.
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