SPISe, Book 1
Synopsis: Twenty-year-old Lauren Miller is a devoted sister, a rebellious daughter, and an outgoing student.
Life has made her hard, forced her to create a thick wall around her.
A perfect way to keep everyone at bay while it hides the broken pieces inside.One party.
One fatal disaster.
And Lauren’s wall threatens to crumble to the ground.
The Mafia is out to get her.
The urge to run has never been stronger.
Only this time, she’s got one huge problem.
He is six feet two inches of handsomeness, has a moody temperament
and an overbearing attitude, and goes by the name Liam Ressler.The guy is on a mission.
And the fact is, he never fails.
Review: After a romance that I did not manage to finish, I started this novel without knowing what to expect. This is Julia Crosswood’s first novel and I was curious to discover the author’s ideas.
Lauren and her twin sister Kate were inseparable. Until this incident. Until someone shoots Kate and leaves Lauren alone more than ever. Yet without having the time to manage the death of her half, Lauren will find herself propelled into a story that is totally beyond her. She learns that the mafia wants to kill her because of her father that she does not even know but in addition to that, she is kidnapped by a team of bodyguards who is determined to keep her alive in spite of her desire. And he is there, the one who catches her eye and yet he has never spoken to her. But now that he is here, he is determined that she will not take any chances, and he will be there even if she tries to escape. Especially if she tries to escape.
I loved the story and really had a great time with the novel. The author presents a lively and well-paced story and I must say that I had a hard time letting go of it. I was always eager to see what was going to happen and I’m thrilled with the whole thing. The novel is cut between the present and scenes at different times in the past, all following various characters in the story. While it’s difficult to pin down some characters like Vance, I loved discovering them all, be it Lauren, Liam, Matthew and everyone else. How to resist Sarah or Mason? Impossible ! And I admit that I’m really looking forward to discover more, but now it will take a little patience and that is sadder!
In any case I fell in love with Lauren the rebel and Liam with hot blood! They are both great!
blodeuedd
Always good with a great one after a not so good read 😀
Melliane
right?
Sophia Rose
I haven’t read a mafia-related romantic suspense in a while. This does sound good. Glad it was much better after your DNF.
Melliane
yes me too!
Tracy Terry
As you know I’m not too eager to begin any books that form a reason right now and whilst there are some exceptions to that ‘rule’ alas I don’t think this book is one of them. Glad you liked it though, its always nice to follow up a novel you haven’t enjoyed with one you have.
Melliane
I can understand that
Kimberly @ Caffeinated Reviewer
This is a new to me author. Lauren and Liam sound great. I am glad you had a good time with them.
Northwoman
It’s always interesting to try a new author. I’m so glad it worked well for you! Anne – Books of My Heart
Mogsy @ BiblioSanctum
Sounds like a great thriller! Really cool that this is the author’s first novel and that she’s written such a winner.
Melanie Simmons
I’ve heard that twins are way more connected than any other close siblings. I’m sure it would be really hard for one to die so violently. Sounds like a really great story. Great review.
Carole @ Carole's Random Life in Books
Oh wow! This sounds pretty intense. Glad you enjoyed it!
Carole Rae
Awww I feel like I would like those two