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Sleeping with the Enemy (Astoria Royals Book 3) by Deborah Garland – Review by Heidi Sturgess

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Sleeping with the Enemy (Astoria Royals, #3)Sleeping with the Enemy by Deborah Garland
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Who doesn’t love themselves an Irish , Scottish or British accent !? My knees go weak 😉and the thought of having Riordan whisper in my ear leaves me with goosebumps 🫣🥰

Priscilla had a major crush on Riordan as a young girl and when she offers herself on a platter and is “ rejected” she goes outside for a walk to clear her head but gets viciously attacked by Russians but Riordan came to her rescue and they paid with their lives ( wish I could use bad language) but she the disappears from his life but he’s always thought of her , always wondered and then one day their paths cross again in the company of Grigori , the Russian mobster …..

Priscilla’s dad worked for Riordan’s dad and their business is in the underworld but that fateful night changed things and Priscilla has now grown up and is out for revenge but in a lawful way as an undercover FBI agent and that is how her path crosses with Riordan’s …..

Priscilla is the reason Riordan is alive she warned him of danger and took a bulleti for him , it may cost her evidence and the chance to prove herself especially if she becomes his “wife” but Riordan won’t let her go but he’s going to help hee get what she wants even if it kills him , which it very nearly did !

Priscilla was “married “ before and her ex husband plays a monumental role in her rescue and safety and he’s also been a good father to her son and she’s got so much to protect that I’m overwhelmed for her but I also admire her strength and determination, she’s a strong and brave woman ❣️

Riordan loves fiercely and I was ready to hand myself over on platter 🥰🫣🤣 but he and Priscilla are definitely a better match , they were made for each other !

Loved every tense moment of this epic read 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

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Tempting Fate (Black Shamrocks MC: Australia Book 1) by Bella Faust – Review by Stephanie Robb

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Tempting Fate: a dark and angsty love triangle romance (Black Shamrocks MC: Australia Book 1)Tempting Fate: a dark and angsty love triangle romance by Bella Faust
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the first book in the series, in my opinion, you don’t need to read the prequel before this book. Please read the trigger warnings before reading this book as some readers may find the content very dark. This book is an entire rollercoaster of emotions, romance and action.

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Sleeping with the Enemy (Astoria Royals Book 3) by Deborah Garland – Review by Charlisa Wahtomy-Alba

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<a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/92951411-sleeping-with-the-enemy” style=”float: left; padding-right: 20px”><img border=”0″ alt=”Sleeping with the Enemy (Astoria Royals, #3)” src=”https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1687092653l/92951411._SX98_.jpg” /></a><a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/92951411-sleeping-with-the-enemy”>Sleeping with the Enemy</a> by <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/16935238.Deborah_Garland”>Deborah Garland</a><br/>
My rating: <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/5776688602″>4 of 5 stars</a><br /><br />
I haven’t read too many Mafia love stories as it isn’t really something that I have been into. Of the few I have read this series is amongst the top. It’s always nice to read about a couple that has somewhat of a past and ends up getting their HEA. Riordan and Priscilla met as young children and essentially grew up together. Priscilla took a chance and tried to start something romantic with Riordan but he rejected her due to fearing repercussions from her father. It’s been 17 years since they’ve seen each other but the sparks are still there and it seems like no time has passed at all. Although this is the third book of a series it is the first one that I have read. There was great character development and the author did a great job if keeping me engaged. As a friendly warning this book does touch upon and talk about the SA Priscilla went through so read at your own risk.
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Sleeping with the Enemy (Astoria Royals Book 3) by Deborah Garland – Review by Tia Martel

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Sleeping with the Enemy (Astoria Royals, #3)Sleeping with the Enemy by Deborah Garland
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Riordan O’Rourke has a reputation of being a dangerous man. He swears to protect his family no matter what and to keep his heart guarded.

When a meeting with another underboss goes wrong, a woman from his past lands bleeding at his feet after a bullet meant for him hits her.

Until now, no woman has ever captured his attention like she does. Every fiber of him screams she’s his, while every thing she is says she’s the enemy. Riordan forces her to marry him and keeps her in his bed demanding the truth, but even that won’t make him happy.

But, by now it’s too late and he won’t let her go without a fight.

Sleeping with the Enemy was a very different read for me. I normally shy away from Mafia Romance because they just aren’t something I typically enjoy. This was different.

I love the idea the Riordan is only a bad guy because he has to be. In a world where you’re born into royalty it’s hard not to follow in your family’s footsteps, even if that royalty is Mafia royalty.

The characters were interesting and I found myself rooting for the not-so-bad bad guys, which definitely is where you want to be with this kind of book.

If you enjoy possessive, but well meaning, men you should really enjoy this book. Pay attention to the trigger warnings though, because they won’t go easy on you in the pages. Happy reading!

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Sleeping with the Enemy (Astoria Royals Book 3) by Deborah Garland – Review by Robin Rankin

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Sleeping with the Enemy (Astoria Royals, #3)Sleeping with the Enemy by Deborah Garland
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Sleeping with the Enemy: A Forced Marriage Enemies to Lovers Romance (Brides and Sinners) (Astoria Royals Book 3)

I somehow missed this series until this book came out which disappoints me, but it wasn’t necessary to read the others to get inti this book, but u think it would give you more information on the family.

Riordan’s love story takes much longer than most, seventeen years to be exact. He can be a jerk, but he will protect everyone and everything he loves including the girl from his past.

So much happens and holy cow there were some incredibly hot moments, especially close to the end. Definitely not something I can remember reading about in previous books.

I have had the pleasure of reading a few books by Ms. Garland and look forward to reading more in the future.

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Sleeping with the Enemy (Astoria Royals Book 3) by Deborah Garland – Review by Micalah Weatherholtz

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Sleeping with the Enemy (Astoria Royals, #3)Sleeping with the Enemy by Deborah Garland
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A smutty, action packed, hot, and heavy Mafia romance that I enjoyed immensely! I picked this book up not expecting much because mafia romances usually sound interesting but unfortunately fail to deliver, sleeping with the enemy did not fail to deliver. Riordan and his Prissy delivered and then some. It was action packed from page one. I had never read anything by this author before but I will most certainly check out her backlog of books. Each of the books in this series is a standalone but I do believe that they have characters in common. I look forward to reading more from this author.

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Sleeping with the Enemy (Astoria Royals Book 3) by Deborah Garland – Review by Kerry Carr

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Sleeping with the Enemy (Astoria Royals, #3)Sleeping with the Enemy by Deborah Garland
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I really enjoyed this book. My 2 favourite things are Mafia danger and dangerous passionate romance and this book has it in spade. It is book 3 in the Astoria Royals series and even though it can be read as a standalone I will definately be going back to read the first 2 books in the series.
As you would expect with a Mafia Romance there is danger, enemies, forced marriage, with a possessive dominant male. There are a couple of themes which some readers may get triggered by so it is definately for a mature reader.
Riordan is an underboss who has worked hard to keep his reputation. He is feared by many people and enemy of many more. Years ago a girl he had feelings for was attacked by 3 members of the Russian Mafia. He took care of the men but lost the women he had feelings for. She left and he didn’t know what had happened to her.
Fast forward and they meet again when she is a sub to the Russian Mafia. The same group of people that harmed her all those years before. Riordan is immediately attracted to her and when she warns him and takes a bullet to protect him he wonders what game is she playing. She is an enemy so how can she be trusted.
When he realises who she is exactly Riordan is determined not to lose her again and do whatever it takes to protect her.
Priscilla however isn’t the same women he knew all those years ago and when secrets are reveled about how she actually is now Riordan becomes only too aware of how much of an enemy she is to the family. But as the saying goes. Keep your friends close but your enemies closer and that is exactly what Riordan plans to do.
This plan is great in theory but what happens when he true feelings for Priscilla comes to light and he starts to fall for her. After all this time is the girl that fell for him years before still there or is the strong determined woman going to end up destroying herself and him on her path for revenge.
This was an amazing read. I loved that it was told from the view of both main characters as it gave the story more depth. If you like Mafia romances that keeps the pages turning then i definately recommend this book.

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Sleeping with the Enemy (Astoria Royals Book 3) by Deborah Garland – Review by Carlie Del Gallo

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Sleeping with the Enemy (Astoria Royals, #3)Sleeping with the Enemy by Deborah Garland
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book title literally is the type of genres that I love to read. It exceeded ALLLLLLL of my expectations and more! The way this was written had me captivated and thinking about it and nothing else! The chemistry between these characters was OFF the charts! I cannot wait to read more of these books and be captivated by another couple like I was about these too!

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Sleeping with the Enemy (Astoria Royals Book 3) by Deborah Garland – Review by Melissa Saxton

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Sleeping with the Enemy (Astoria Royals, #3)Sleeping with the Enemy by Deborah Garland
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Priscilla has a tough past, a father who’s a hit man, the man she’s crushed on for as long as she can remember tells her no when she goes in for a kiss. She has no idea Riordan is waiting until she’s 18 to make his move… but that was far too late. She is devastated and takes off only to fall into the hands of thr Russian Bratva who assault her. Riordan finds her and saves her but the damage was already done.
Fast forward 17 years later. They haven’t spoken a word to one another. Riordan has climbed the ranks to the underboss of the family.
While doing his job as the underboss he stumbles across Pricilla in a situation Riordan never expected. Is this really who she is? Why?
Secrets unfold as Pricilla and Riordan share their past since their last meeting. Though Pricilla has a laser focused mission in mind the sparks can’t be ignored.
Can they put everything behind them and finally connect?
This story will keep you hooked, action intrigue, Mafia, steamy hotness. What’s not to love!

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Sleeping with the Enemy (Astoria Royals Book 3) by Deborah Garland – Review by Tausha Treadway

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Sleeping with the Enemy (Astoria Royals, #3)Sleeping with the Enemy by Deborah Garland
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Sleeping with the Enemy (Astoria Royals Book 3) by Deborah Garland . I loved this book. Its full of hot guys, mafia, and steamy scenes. What;s not to love. Its the story of Riordan who is the Underboss for his brother and that includes trying to calm the Russians down when two of their men are killed. Riordan’s main job is to convince them that the Irish did not have anything to do with it. When he meets Priscilla who is one of the Russians Submissive he can’t take his eyes off her and feels like he knows her from somewhere. She ends up trying to warn him that the Russians are planning on killing him and even tries to save him. He knows she is hiding something and he plans on finding out what it is. When he finds out who she really is, he is shocked and intrigued. He has feelings for her but he’s not sure if she is his enemy or his savior. He is determined to have her in his bed no matter who she is because she has that big of a hold over him. This is a fast paced romance thriller that will keep you reading late in the night.

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Sleeping with the Enemy (Astoria Royals Book 3) by Deborah Garland – Review by Michelle Mulvey

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Sleeping with the Enemy (Astoria Royals, #3)Sleeping with the Enemy by Deborah Garland
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Mafia Romance is my newest obsession so I knew I had to read this as soon as I saw it. I loved the story of Priscilla and Riordan.
Many years ago Riordan was close with Priscilla and her dad. He was a few years older than her and they both had feelings for eachother. Riordan knew he wanted to make her his but he wanted to wait until she was 18. One year she offered herself to him but he turned her down and she ran from a party. When Riordan found her she was being attacked by 3 men and he saw red! He rescued her but he was too late to save her from SA. She left and he never saw her again until many years later. She was the girlfriend / sub of the enemy.
She was undercover and looked different so he didn’t know it was her immediately but she knew who he was. That night she saved him from being shot. He took her home, had her patched up and when he found out who she was, refused to let her go.

He vows to keep her safe even though she wants to go back to finish what she started and get a promotion she’s been looking forward to. When she finally returns to the enemy to get her stored evidence, it won’t be so easy to get what she needs and leave. The Mafia doesn’t give up so easily. I really enjoyed this book and the characters. Another 5 star read from this author for me.

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Sleeping with the Enemy (Astoria Royals Book 3) by Deborah Garland – Review by M Policicchio

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Sleeping with the Enemy (Astoria Royals, #3)Sleeping with the Enemy by Deborah Garland
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What can you say about a mob book where the Italians aren’t the bad guys? Brilliant!! This was my first jump into the Astoria Royals’ world. I am not at all sorry I made the leap. The characters feel real. They each have their good and bad points, except for Grigori and Maksim, they have no good.

Priscilla knew her dad wasn’t just a professor growing up. She always knew there was something more. It wasn’t until she was older that she figured out what he actually did. Her father was a hitman for the Irish Mob. Priscilla hung out with the family’s sons, especially Riordan. Riordan was her father’s favorite and she had a giant crush on him.

When Priscilla turned 17, she tried to kiss Riordan. It did not turn out the way she wanted. He said no. Riordan was afraid of what her father would do to him and he wanted to wait until Priscilla was 18 before making that move. When what Priscilla thought was a rejection happened, she took off and put herself in danger. Riordan saved Priscilla but not before several Russian Bratva assaulted her. That night changed everyone’s lives.

It is 17 years later, Riordan is the underboss of his family now. Priscilla has just come back into his world. She is not what she appears to be. This complicates both their lives. Riordan feels that this is their chance to be together despite the unusual circumstances that brought them to this point. Priscilla is on a mission and wants to finish before making any decisions about her life. But there is no time. Everything is moving at lightning speed and no one can stop it.

There is not a dull moment in this book! Between the action and the steam, one is constantly on edge. When all the secrets come out, the rawness of the moment, the reactions, the emotions is so palpable. I am adding the first two of the series to my TBR list. I can’t wait to find out how Lachan manages to get his Russian doll out of her wedding!!

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Sleeping with the Enemy (Astoria Royals Book 3) by Deborah Garland – Review by Ayla Phipps

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Sleeping with the Enemy (Astoria Royals, #3)Sleeping with the Enemy by Deborah Garland
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Toe curling heat. Wow. So, this is the third book in this mind-blowing series, and I just found it not fair. While I am relatively new to the mafia book world Deborah Garland knows how to pull the intrigue and the heat from start to finish. I will be going back to read the previous books very soon. Dual perspectives Riordan and Priscilla both have secrets, but they have history that will burn the world.
Riordan O’Rourke is the underboss for his brother, meaning when two Russians are killed, he is sent to Grigori as a peacekeeper. Informing him that the Irish are not responsible, but that the Italians are. Priscilla, the submissive at Grigori’s side when Riordan is there, something about her alabaster face gives him a sense of familiarity. All too quickly he is imagining what he wants to do with her when his task is complete and he leaves, visions of her still filling his mind when. A warning that changes everything, her Russian accent is gone, and she warns him of Maksim planning to kill him, going a step further she takes a bullet for him. He can’t leave her, he needs her, he wants her.
Who is Priscilla and why does she look familiar? Will Riordan be able to keep her when all the secrets are revealed? The world is complex and realistic for the most part while the characters are more. With relatable complex lives and backstories in varying degrees the author ropes you in and locks you in as she takes you on the journey of Riordan and Priscilla. Who they were and who they are now as they fall for each other against all resistance. What pulled me in to give this book a try was the no cheating, no cliffhangers, and a happily ever after guaranteed. This was the perfect Saturday quick read to leave you with a feeling of happiness and love. So much pain and fight go into the characters’ everyday lives, and yet they overcome it all and come out stronger than before, with each other at their sides. Cannot wait for the next book, Deal with the Devil, October 6th, 2023. In the meantime, book one and two here I come.

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Sleeping with the Enemy (Astoria Royals Book 3) by Deborah Garland – Review by Anastasia Dodson

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Sleeping with the Enemy (Astoria Royals, #3)Sleeping with the Enemy by Deborah Garland
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Sleeping with the Enemy isn’t the first book that i have read by this author and it won’t be the last. I enjoy this authors writing style and i when i saw this was a forced marriage trope i couldn’t get my hands on it fast enough. The fact that it is also enemies to lovers/mafia/second chance is just icing on the cake.
The main character were great! The banter & the chemistry its off the charts & the love/hate relationship between this is full of spice! I enjoyed their story a lot and i am looking forward to reading more by this author soon!
Happy Reading!

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Sleeping with the Enemy (Astoria Royals Book 3) by Deborah Garland – Review by Lisa Helmick

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Sleeping with the Enemy (Astoria Royals, #3)Sleeping with the Enemy by Deborah Garland
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

HOLY SMOKES! This is one fantastic story! I loved just about every second! It drew me in and I was stuck reading late Into the night! The suspense! The drama! Just outstanding! I enjoyed these two different factions butting heads and vying for one girls attention! The characters are deep and fully charismatic. I was shocked and surprised by them more than once as their stories unfolded.

This O’Rourke family is definitely one to watch! We get to know a few pretty well and the others of this large Irish family just a wee bit! I eagerly look forward to each of their stories more in this series.

This is my first book in the series. In fact I did not know there were two others until writing this review. This can easily be read as a stand alone as I thought this was the first. Excuse me since I have a few more stories to catch up on. Wonderful writing and superb story!

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Tempting Fate (Black Shamrocks MC: Australia Book 1) by Bella Faust – Review by Robin Rankin

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Tempting Fate: a dark and angsty love triangle romance (Black Shamrocks MC: Australia Book 1)Tempting Fate: a dark and angsty love triangle romance by Bella Faust
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Tempting Fate: a dark and angsty love triangle romance (Black Shamrocks MC: Australia Book 1)

I just finished and I don’t even know what to say or where to start.

I didn’t read the book before this so everyone was completely new to me, it would have been helpful but not 100% necessary.

Zeke and Slash are brothers in every sense of the word except blood. They are Lily’s rocks from beginning to end though it may not look like it. Like real brothers they are there through thick and thin. Zeke knows he can trust Slash to take care of Lilly any time necessary and that happens way more than it should have

Lily has been through so much starting with the trial at the beginning, putting her life together again after only for it to be destroyed once again.

I don’t think I have hated a character as much as I do Brutus, it’s a very strong and deep hate and I hope he gets what is coming to him

I am not a fan of cliffhangers normally, but I was so relieved to read the words To Be Continued at the end of this book. I will be reading it as soon as possible.

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Tempting Fate (Black Shamrocks MC: Australia Book 1) by Bella Faust – Review by Shannon Fowler

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Tempting Fate: a dark and angsty love triangle romance (Black Shamrocks MC: Australia Book 1)Tempting Fate: a dark and angsty love triangle romance by Bella Faust
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Oh My!! This story continues from Craving Control, which can only be found on the author’s website or signing up for the newsletter. It’s a free book so go get it! Both stories are triggering, wild and unbelievable. Two of the main characters, Venom aka Zeke and Lily aka Lilianna, are amazing. Best Friend, Slash is the best friend for a reason! And then there’s Alex, who we absolutely love to hate. Not to mention his family, Lily’s own father is on the hate list as well.

The love though, is strong between Venom and Lily. However, like all real-life couples there are problems, situations and feelings that need to be worked out.

Only it turns out, she didn’t need my protection. All she needed was for me to stand next to her without judgment while she slayed her own demons. -Venom

Isn’t this what everyone wants? To have that someone stand next to them, in strength, giving encouragement, love, hope. All the good things!

And then just when you thought things would settle down, this author throws the biggest, curviest, craziest, twist I think I have ever read!

Totally looking forward to the next book in this trilogy!

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Tempting Fate (Black Shamrocks MC: Australia Book 1) by Bella Faust – Review by Megan Conley

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Tempting Fate: a dark and angsty love triangle romance (Black Shamrocks MC: Australia Book 1)Tempting Fate: a dark and angsty love triangle romance by Bella Faust
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

**PAY ATTENTION TO THE TRIGGER WARNINGS** Please, please, please heed the trigger warnings that the author provides because this book is DARK. That being said…if you can handle it YOU NEED TO READ THIS BOOK! I will say I have not read the beginning of Lily’s story (I plan to as soon as I can get my hands on it); however, Faust provides enough backstory to give the reader an idea of what went down. This is an MC, dark romance, psychological mind eff of a book. There were twists and turns that I did not see coming (I thought I did, but no, no, no…Faust made sure to rip that rug right from underneath me). I absolutely love the L-O-V-E that Lily and Venom (Zeke) have for each other (even if they let themselves get in the way of it sometimes). I also love the way all of the other characters (the good ones…not the crappy ones) love them as well. Tempting Fate is full of love, hate, family drama, angst, hell, retribution, and everything in between. This book will definitely take you on a ride (all the puns intended) and you won’t regret a single moment. But PLEASE heed the trigger warnings!

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Tempting Fate (Black Shamrocks MC: Australia Book 1) by Bella Faust – Review by Helen Dawkins

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Tempting Fate: a dark and angsty love triangle romance (Black Shamrocks MC: Australia Book 1)Tempting Fate: a dark and angsty love triangle romance by Bella Faust
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

This is the 1st book in the Trilogy, but there is a previous book, Craving Control, from the beginning. I personally don’t think it needed to be read before reading Tempting Fate, but if you do want to read it, please note it is way darker than most books.

Tempting Fate is a dark book as well, but it isn’t too dark. I do warn you to read the trigger warnings beforehand, though!

I have conflicting opinions about this book. It isn’t a bad book, but it isn’t a book I will remember or read again. I really doubt I even read the next book in the series.

The author has a great writing style. I do enjoy how she describes things and leads up to certain situations. But, I felt the book was extremely predictable. There wasn’t any “twist” or “turn” that I didn’t already think was going to happen.

I love Lily (Anna/Lilianna/Cherub). I think she is a wonderful character, and you get to see her at every angle. She is a force to be reckoned with, and I do love to see her on her journey. She is the main reason I am giving 3 stars. I loved her transformation and just her in general.

The only other character I did like was Slash. But I felt like I needed to know more about him. His character was a breath of fresh air, and I feel his character showed how a person can be an enforcer but still has a heart.

Now… other characters in the book I truthfully didn’t care for…. Venom(Zeke) specifically I did NOT like. I felt his character constantly was going from one extreme to the other. His actions were very chaotic and didn’t make much sense… In all honesty… I don’t find him much different than Alex. Except he didn’t PHYSICALLY harm Lily. But his character truthfully wasn’t that different from Alex.

I think that the storyline itself was decent, but it could have been better. Again, I don’t think it’s a bad book, just… wasn’t spectacular either.

The one thing I did LOVE, though, was that Bella Faust did not take a back seat to the darkness. She went full throttle in explaining and detailing the darker aspects of this book. I also love that the darker, horrible psychopath who was head over heels for a woman was not redeemed… but the other dark men were never a “threat”. Sometimes, we need that realness that some psychopaths are just that. Psychopaths. And just because they have an object of affection does not mean the woman will fall for them.

One last note, PLEASE READ TRIGGER WARNINGS BEFORE BEGINNING THIS BOOK OR CRAVING CONTROL.

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Sleeping with the Enemy (Astoria Royals Book 3) by Deborah Garland – Review by Stephanie Runyon

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Sleeping with the Enemy (Astoria Royals, #3)Sleeping with the Enemy by Deborah Garland
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Deborah Garland’s Sleeping With The Enemy features Priscilla Nolan and Riordan O’Rourke. At the young age of seventeen, Priscilla wanted Riordan to be her first. However, he turns her down. She leaves her house and 3 Bratva men attack her. Riordan kills the men, but not before one had successfully raped her. She disappears before they can deal with the bodies..

Seventeen years pass and Riordan is sitting at a meeting with Grigori, a Bratva underboss. Riordan is the underboss of the Irish Mob. He notices Pasha, Grigori’s submissive pet. When Grigori strikes her after she speaks to Riordan, he becomes angry, but doesn’t intervene. Riordan leaves the meeting with his bodyguard, Torin. While getting in his vehicle, Torin spots Pasha. She attempts to warn them that Maksim, Grigori’s hitman, plans to kill them. Before they can react, gunfire erupts around them. She jumps in front of Riordan and takes a bullet for him.
Why would Pasha save Riordan?

Riordan knows the altered body of Priscilla. She has implants, filler done to her lips, tattoos and bleached her hair blonde. Just when he thinks she was on a revenge mission, his brother Balor reveals Priscilla is an FBI agent. She was on a three-month assignment to gather evidence of the Bratva killing 3 federal agents. She needs to get the thumb drive she has stored at Grigori’s house. However, Riordan has no intention of releasing her back to Bratva.

This is a mafia romance with an edge of intense suspense. The alternating perspective between Priscilla and Riordan is seamless. Riordan’s alpha male persona weakens with his memories of Priscilla as a teenager. Priscilla uses Pasha to be defiant and confident. How well can she wear the mask? Will Riordan help her do her job as an FBI agent? This book is worth reading and will keep readers guessing.

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Sleeping with the Enemy (Astoria Royals Book 3) by Deborah Garland – Review by Emily H

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Sleeping with the Enemy (Astoria Royals, #3)Sleeping with the Enemy by Deborah Garland
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Riordan is a Irish mafia underboss and finds himself in a precarious situation he has no doubt he will get out of. While the situation is not ideal he can’t stop staring at his enemies the woman by his side with a sense of familiarity. When the meeting takes a turn he did not expect, he finds out she is none other than Priscilla Nolan. A ghost from his past, he wants answers and what he uncovers singes his blood. Priscilla and Riordan find themselves in a forced marriage but they wont be able to resist themselves for long even though danger is still threatening to tear them apart.

Entertaining, I thought that the chemistry was off the charts with these two. You are immediately thrust into the mafia world and this story has several twists and turns along the way. I definitely need to go back and read the rest of the books in the series. If your a fan of mafia stories, this is one to check out.

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Sleeping with the Enemy (Astoria Royals Book 3) by Deborah Garland – Review by Shea Gilkerson 8/8/23

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Sleeping with the Enemy (Astoria Royals, #3)Sleeping with the Enemy by Deborah Garland
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Prissy has a very troubled past and has taken it upon herself to make revenge her focus. Riordan is the man who saved her many years ago and as a mafia man, is dangerous to Prissy in more ways than one.

When they cross paths again while Prissy is undercover, sparks fly. Prissy struggles to stay in character and Riordan is not letting her escape him. When Prissy is forced to wed Riordan or break her cover, they end up man and wife. Sparks fly between them and some of these scenes are crazy hot. Neither ever expect to fall for one another in the midst of all the danger, tension, intrigue, chemistry, suspense and steam.

I haven’t read the first two books in this series, but I’m backtracking now to do so. I like the world building, character building, the chemistry between our main characters is insane and I couldn’t put it down! Really enjoyed the book and am looking forward to reading more from this author.

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Sleeping with the Enemy (Astoria Royals Book 3) by Deborah Garland-Reviewed by May Leadstone

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Sleeping with the Enemy (Astoria Royals, #3)Sleeping with the Enemy by Deborah Garland
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book was an exceptional read! The world was well-created and the characters created were tantalizing and dangerous! Riodoran and Prissy are freakin’ chemistry at its finest! Pris has some serious trauma that she has to work around but she has decided to take do what is best for her…or so she believes. Then walks in Riodoran O’Rourke and she has to play it cool to keep everything she has worked hard for doesn’t go down the drain. However, things never go the way you want them to, and once it clicks for Riodoran things will never be the same for her! The spicy levels of this novel are fantastic! THE BALCONY AND SHE SHED SCENE YA’LL! MMM!! The only downside is we focus on the MCs and their interactions, but the story surrounding them. I would’ve enjoyed it even more if we could have gotten just a bit more out of the 2 main characters’ bubbe a bit more! Either way do yourself a favor and read the book!

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Tempting Fate (Black Shamrocks MC: Australia Book 1) by Bella Faust – Review by Rosanna Ingram

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Tempting Fate: a dark and angsty love triangle romance (Black Shamrocks MC: Australia Book 1)Tempting Fate: a dark and angsty love triangle romance by Bella Faust
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Lily survived a horrific event when she turned 18. She has been piecing her life back together with the help of her fiance and her friends in the motorcycle club. However, when her attacker is released from prison, her safety is at risk once again. This brings with it lies, betrayal, deceit, and even a love triangle. The story ends on a cliffhanger…as this is the first book in a trilogy.

This book kept me on the edge of my seat. Let me start by saying it is important to heed the trigger warnings…they are there for a reason. This story is is dangerous and sexy….full of lies and love…hurt and anger….it’s all there. My heart broke for Lily multiple times throughout the story…but she has a fire and strength inside her that keeps her moving forward. Each of the characters drew me in…but some I loved and some I hated. And that ending?!?!?! I will definitely be waiting for the next story.

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Tempting Fate (Black Shamrocks MC: Australia Book 1) by Bella Faust – Review by Heather Bass

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Tempting Fate: a dark and angsty love triangle romance (Black Shamrocks MC: Australia Book 1)Tempting Fate: a dark and angsty love triangle romance by Bella Faust
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the first book I have read from this author and wow she blew me away. I love a good dark romance but this story exceeded all my expectations. This is the first book to the new Black Shamrocks Australia series and I can tell it is going to be amazing. I was ready to read this book as soon as I saw the cover. I could not help but to be sucked into the MC world and I loved every minute. I read this book straight through and I can’t wait to see what is next.

Lily Mayberry is a survivor. She was abused by someone she trusted. Lily is now in a great relationship with her love Venom. She has the best friends from a biker club called the black shamrocks. Lily’s life is the way she was hoping for until trouble comes her way. Her past is coming back with full vengeance unfortunately her father is the one that is her main villain in her story. Will Lily be saved by her love or will there be a new hero in this story?
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Sleeping with the Enemy (Astoria Royals Book 3) by Deborah Garland – Review by Manda Kelly

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Sleeping with the Enemy (Astoria Royals, #3)Sleeping with the Enemy by Deborah Garland
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Not going to lie… The cover is the reason I chose this book. I didn’t read the synopsis, or anything else about it, Other than the title. Let me just say, I was NOT disappointed. This book destroyed me in all the right ways. It is emotional, it is funny at times, it’s so many things. So many things happen and the author handles transitions and story telling amazingly. I’ve always wanted to live in a world like this. AND THEY’RE IRISH. That was just another bonus. I absolutely will be reading more from this author. I will add, this book does mention rape and other things that could be sensitive to some readers, so if things like that trigger you, I would maybe not recommend this book for you.

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Tempting Fate (Black Shamrocks MC: Australia Book 1) by Bella Faust – Review by Kirsten Berkebile

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This book had me on pins and needle during the entire reading. It’s definitely different from the previous MC books I have read. I really don’t understand why there is so much violence among a “friends /family”. I am in shock at the way it ended or rather didn’t. There is a continuation which I would love to read the whole thing. Bella kept my feelings going throughout the book, I felt Lily’s love for Venom and her love for Slash as well. She definitely keeps you on your toes throughout the book. There is a character from another MC group that I thought was brought in, however I realized that its just another character’s name not the same person. I can’t wait to see if I can review the next book.

Tempting Fate: a dark and angsty love triangle romance (Black Shamrocks MC: Australia Book 1)Tempting Fate: a dark and angsty love triangle romance by Bella Faust
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book had me on pins and needle during the entire reading. It’s definitely different from the previous MC books I have read. I really don’t understand why there is so much violence among a “friends /family”. I am in shock at the way it ended or rather didn’t. There is a continuation which I would love to read the whole thing. Bella kept my feelings going throughout the book, I felt Lily’s love for Venom and her love for Slash as well. She definitely keeps you on your toes throughout the book. There is a character from another MC group that I thought was brought in, however I realized that its just another character’s name not the same person. I can’t wait to see if I can review the next book.

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Tempting Fate (Black Shamrocks MC: Australia Book 1) by Bella Faust – Review by Bobbi Wagner

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Tempting Fate: a dark and angsty love triangle romance (Black Shamrocks MC: Australia Book 1)Tempting Fate: a dark and angsty love triangle romance by Bella Faust
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I enjoyed reading this dark romance story. A story filled with steam, anger and betrayal. I enjoyed how the author brought the story to life with her attention to details that made me feel part of the story. A story that is well written and hard to put down. A story where the characters pull you into their world and keep you engaged to the end. They have great chemistry and growth throughout the story. I really enjoyed these characters and what they brought to the story. Lily is my favorite character. She is strong, determined and has been through so much. I felt for her for sure. She refused to let dark forces take her down but now there is something else keeping her caught up in this web. This is a must read story you don’t want to miss. A fast paced, engaging story that I highly recommend.

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Tempting Fate (Black Shamrocks MC: Australia Book 1) by Bella Faust – Review by Jasmin Marie

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<a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/122752753-tempting-fate” style=”float: left; padding-right: 20px”><img border=”0″ alt=”Tempting Fate: a dark and angsty love triangle romance (Black Shamrocks MC: Australia Book 1)” src=”https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1676658081l/122752753._SX98_.jpg” /></a><a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/122752753-tempting-fate”>Tempting Fate: a dark and angsty love triangle romance</a> by <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/21631216.Bella_Faust”>Bella Faust</a><br/>
My rating: <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/5733909715″>4 of 5 stars</a><br /><br />
This is the first book of the trilogy but not the first in the series. I did not, and don’t think it is necessary to read the book from Alex’s perspective to understand this one but it might fill in some blanks early on. The author starts this off with a trigger warning and I highly suggest you pay attention to that! <br /><br />That being said, this dark romance has everything you need in a book— romance, betrayal, action, and angst. At 18, Lily is assaulted in the worst way imaginable- she is left with scars and the weight of the trauma but at least she survived. Years later, her tormentor is released from prison and the Shamrocks must find a way to protect her. This brings in the love-triangle between her fiancé, Zeke, and another member in the Shamrocks (don’t want to spoil it!). The characters are complex, and if you’re like me, some may even infuriate you. Looking forward to see how the story unfolds in the next book.
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Tempting Fate by Bella Faust- Review by Laura Jones

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