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A review by loverofromance
God Of Vengeance by Michelle Heard
4.0
My Review:
God Of Vengeance I was a bit nervous to read on and while I really liked it, I was expecting more for Damiano's series who has been my favorite character of the series. I think so far for the series, Dario's book was by far my favorite. I really adored the way that this book started though. I loved how the hero was willing to take control of a toxic situation and protect the heroine. The hero is a bit of a darker mafia hero, probably one of the darker heroes that I have read from this author and I found that she really made him a fabulous anti/morally grey hero you actually want to get behind. Then we have the heroine, and I nervous for her character for a reason and I can see why I was nervous. I didn't like her in the beginning. She really makes some "too stupid to live" type of decisions, its honestly a miracle she survives because of how stupid she acts at times. I get that she has been abused, but she kinda brings it on herself at times with her attitude. Not that anyone deserves to be abused, but she literally encouraged the abuse at times, like she was so miserable, she wanted to bring on a violent reaction in those around her. She just seemed so irresponsible at times. And while I eventually learned to like her character in the end, it took some time for her to become redeemed for me. I did find the actual romance to be truly beautifully written. From the moment Damiano decided to marry her, their relationship just clicked for me and they really grow together in what truly matters. I loved how strong they end up in the end. There was so many endearing moments between them. I loved how Damiano assisted Gabriella through her PTSD, their hug moments were my favorites and I adored how much they are willing to sacrifice for each other but I was super sad about the ending in some ways. It was a bit bittersweet. While I don't think its the strongest book of the series, it definitely had me feeling deeply in their alone moments.
My Favorite Scene:
“I got my first hug two weeks ago. From Mrs. Accardi. It was really nice.” First hug? My blood turns to ice in my veins. “Your parents never showed you any form of affection?” “No.” She faces the target and lifts her arms to fire a shot. “Put down the gun,” I order. Letting out a sigh, she places the weapon on a counter near the wall, then she mutters, “I really don’t want to talk about my parents.” “Come here.” Her eyes lift to my face, and she moves closer to me. Lifting my hand, I wrap my fingers around the back of her neck before pulling her against my chest. I lean down and lock my other arm around her, holding her tight to me. I feel a tremor shudder through her body, and lifting her from the floor, I mutter, “Wrap your legs around me.” Gabriella does as I say, her arms circling my neck. I walk to a seating area, and as I sit down, I order, “Straddle me.” Once again, she does as I say, and when I’m comfortable, I hold her even tighter while pressing a kiss to the top of her head. “You’re just going to hug me?” she whispers, her tone tight with emotion. “Yes.” I begin to brush my hand up and down her back, then say, “Relax, principessa. Lean into me.”
God Of Vengeance I was a bit nervous to read on and while I really liked it, I was expecting more for Damiano's series who has been my favorite character of the series. I think so far for the series, Dario's book was by far my favorite. I really adored the way that this book started though. I loved how the hero was willing to take control of a toxic situation and protect the heroine. The hero is a bit of a darker mafia hero, probably one of the darker heroes that I have read from this author and I found that she really made him a fabulous anti/morally grey hero you actually want to get behind. Then we have the heroine, and I nervous for her character for a reason and I can see why I was nervous. I didn't like her in the beginning. She really makes some "too stupid to live" type of decisions, its honestly a miracle she survives because of how stupid she acts at times. I get that she has been abused, but she kinda brings it on herself at times with her attitude. Not that anyone deserves to be abused, but she literally encouraged the abuse at times, like she was so miserable, she wanted to bring on a violent reaction in those around her. She just seemed so irresponsible at times. And while I eventually learned to like her character in the end, it took some time for her to become redeemed for me. I did find the actual romance to be truly beautifully written. From the moment Damiano decided to marry her, their relationship just clicked for me and they really grow together in what truly matters. I loved how strong they end up in the end. There was so many endearing moments between them. I loved how Damiano assisted Gabriella through her PTSD, their hug moments were my favorites and I adored how much they are willing to sacrifice for each other but I was super sad about the ending in some ways. It was a bit bittersweet. While I don't think its the strongest book of the series, it definitely had me feeling deeply in their alone moments.
My Favorite Scene:
“I got my first hug two weeks ago. From Mrs. Accardi. It was really nice.” First hug? My blood turns to ice in my veins. “Your parents never showed you any form of affection?” “No.” She faces the target and lifts her arms to fire a shot. “Put down the gun,” I order. Letting out a sigh, she places the weapon on a counter near the wall, then she mutters, “I really don’t want to talk about my parents.” “Come here.” Her eyes lift to my face, and she moves closer to me. Lifting my hand, I wrap my fingers around the back of her neck before pulling her against my chest. I lean down and lock my other arm around her, holding her tight to me. I feel a tremor shudder through her body, and lifting her from the floor, I mutter, “Wrap your legs around me.” Gabriella does as I say, her arms circling my neck. I walk to a seating area, and as I sit down, I order, “Straddle me.” Once again, she does as I say, and when I’m comfortable, I hold her even tighter while pressing a kiss to the top of her head. “You’re just going to hug me?” she whispers, her tone tight with emotion. “Yes.” I begin to brush my hand up and down her back, then say, “Relax, principessa. Lean into me.”