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A Heart So Savage (The Savage Duet Book 2) by April Moran – Review by – Review by Jaimie Salmon-Colburn

A Heart So Savage (The Savage Duet #2)A Heart So Savage by April Moran
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is book two to this series and I must tell you that if you are not a fan of violence, dark romance, dubcon, mature langue, sensitive content, adult situations, jealous/possessive themes, and the such then this book is NOT for you! If you can get passed that type of content, then check this dark romance out! This also can’t be read as a stand alone. You need to read the first book to fully understand where this one starts and is heading. So Ava is a prisoner. Kidnapped and trapped by Kingston for her brother’s debt (2.6 million). Instead of selling her to the highest bidder he has decided to keep her. She belongs to Kingston now and she rebels at almost every turn. Which makes him want to punish her and break her into submission. She craves his touch just as much as he wants to touch her, but the hate is clear in their eyes. He will have her break so he can put her back together again. All while she tries to win his heart so she can escape. Both falling but both don’t see the danger rushing towards them. This is a book about a villain and his captive. He always gets his way. But will he this time? Such a great story. I wasn’t prepared when I read the first one, but once I started this one I knew what kind of content to expect.

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A King So Savage (The Savage Duet Book 1) by April Moran- Review by Jaimie Salmon-Colburn

A King So Savage (The Savage Duet #1)A King So Savage by April Moran
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I was not prepared for this book at all. With that being said, it was wonderfully done!! If you are not a fan of violence, dark romance, dubcon, mature langue, sensitive content, adult situations, jealous/possessive themes, and the such then this book is NOT for you! If you can get passed that type on content then check this out! You might really enjoy it. This book is all about the villain getting what he wants. Which was a great twist really! Kingston is a bully. He gets what he wants or he takes it by force. He protects what is his. He’s a business man kingpin. Ava is a sweet little lamb. So naïve and pure. Ava’s brother unfortunately owes Kingston money. A LOT of money. 2.6 million to be exact! Due to this he has Ava kidnapped and he plans on selling her to highest bidder, if her brother doesn’t pay up. He wants to break her and have her submit to everything he wants, but she’s got a wild-fire streak. He can’t wait to snuff it out while he takes her to new places she’s never even dreamt of. This is just book one to the story and man oh man is it steamy! You can’t help but love AND hate these characters for various reasons. You will want book two asap after reading this one. Trust me! I grabbed them both and can’t wait to read more!!

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A Heart So Savage (The Savage Duet Book 2) by April Moran – Review by Felicia Bates

A Heart So Savage (The Savage Duet #2)A Heart So Savage by April Moran
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A Heart So Savage is a continuation from book one in April Moran’s Savage Duet and should really be read second (in order). The first book ended on a cliff hanger so that A Heart So Savage could pick up where we left off. I was lucky to find this duet when both books had already been released so it was a very smooth read and I was invested immediately. I liked A Heart So Savage even more than book one, it was pulse racing and filled with a lot of entertainment, especially after the “introductions” were long out of the way. The characters are as dark and steamy as the storyline and April Moran writes dark romance well! I hope to read more in the future.

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A Heart So Savage (The Savage Duet Book 2) by April Moran – Review by Rebeca Elliott Figueiras

A Heart So Savage (The Savage Duet #2)A Heart So Savage by April Moran
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the second book in the Savage Duet. It follows on from the first, so I would highly recommend reading the first prior to this one.

As with the first book, this is a dark romance which may not be suitable for readers who find violence and dominance triggering especially given how the relationship began in the first book.

I still love the characters of Kingston and Ava, Ava in particular. She remains strong despite everything which has been uncovered and what she has gone through. She knows who she is and stays true to herself.
She’s determined on revenge and the danger increases. Kingston grew on me even more in this book as he continues to try to protect Ava and get revenge for her.

I’ve thoroughly enjoyed this duet and will be looking out for more from this author!

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A King So Savage (The Savage Duet) by April Moran – Review by Rebeca Elliott Figueiras

A King So Savage (The Savage Duet #1)A King So Savage by April Moran
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the first book in the Savage Duet and oh my, I wasn’t expecting to get so engrossed so soon. I will point out that this romance does get very dark so I would not recommend this for everyone, there are definitely things which could be triggering to some e.g. abductor and violence.

The characters, Kingston and Ava, are strong and memorable. I enjoyed the background to their initial connections between Kingston and Ava’s family, I felt it fit in nicely with their relationship journey.
Ava was my favourite of the pair and I loved discovering how she was next going to be defiant. Given what she’d been through her strength was another element in her that I loved.

While I would not agree with how the romance played out if it was one of my loved ones, I 100% loved reading it and getting drawn into the characters.

I am so glad to have been able to move straight onto the next book, otherwise I’m not sure how I would have coped.

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A King So Savage (The Savage Duet Book 1) by April Moran – Review by Bobbi Wagner

A King So Savage (The Savage Duet #1)A King So Savage by April Moran
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the first book in this series and what a great start it is. This is a dark romance story that may have some triggers for some but if you can get past those you will find a great story. This is a well written story where there is alot going on in which the author did a great job of keeping the story flowing. A story where a debt needs to be paid, a kingdom on the verge of take over and a captive that is determined to be broken. I enjoyed how the author used details to make this story come to life. It has a realistic feel and the characters pull you into their world. There is great chemistry and growth with the characters which made the story hard to put down. A fast paced, engaging story that I found easy to read. This is a story that you don’t want to miss. I highly recommend this book.

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A Heart So Savage (The Savage Duet Book 2) by April Moran – Review by Bobbi Wagner

A Heart So Savage (The Savage Duet #2)A Heart So Savage by April Moran
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the second book in this series which is just as great as the first. I highly suggest reading the previous book first to help your enhancement of this series and the characters. I found this book to be well written where the characters bring the story to life. They are connectable, strong characters that bring heat and romance to a new level. This is a dark romance that contains triggers for some but if you can get past them, you will find a great romance story. I enjoyed reading this book as much, if not more than the first. It is a fast paced, engaging and hard to put down book that kept me coming back for more. I enjoyed the growth of the characters as well as the plot throughout the story. I highly recommend finding out how this story ends as you don’t want to miss it. I highly recommend this book.

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A Heart So Savage (The Savage Duet Book 2) by April Moran – Review by Jules Herbert

A Heart So Savage (The Savage Duet #2)A Heart So Savage by April Moran
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Ok so I am going to start off by saying that I am a huge idiot! Do yourself a huge favour and start with book 1 like you are supposed too. Everything will just make so much more sense and you won’t have to try and piece things together as you read like I did. Even though I had to do that I enjoyed this book so much and I’ll be grabbing book one and doing a full read again including re-reading this. This wonderful author whose character depth and intriguing storylines definitely should not be missed is someone whose books I will gladly read again and again . Kingston and Ava falling in love amongst so much violence was a pull on the heart strings for sure and the heat between them is off the charts.

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A Heart So Savage (The Savage Duet Book 2) by April Moran – Review by Tausha Treadway

A Heart So Savage (The Savage Duet #2)A Heart So Savage by April Moran
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A Heart So Savage (The Savage Duet Book 2) by April Moran. This is the second installment in the Savage Duet series and I would highly recommend reading the 1st book before this one. This book picks right up from the first book and is the continuing story of Ava being kept prisoner by Kingston (King). Ava is attracted to King even though she doesn’t want to be. King has always collected things and Ava is no exception. He is so attracted to her that he wants to protect her which is unusual for King. I felt like Ava was stronger in the first part of the book and in the second she was more defeated and just accepting her fate. Ava also learns that she can’t trust a lot of people that she thought she could including some of her own family. In the second part of the book we also see some of Kings background including he and his brother being abused by their father. Which makes things more understandable in the way he treats people. When King is injured Ava has to make a decision, does she stay or leave. Such a good read!

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A Heart So Savage (The Savage Duet Book 2) by April Moran – Review by Brittany Angel

A Heart So Savage (The Savage Duet #2)A Heart So Savage by April Moran
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Okay, I enjoyed this installment of The Savage Duet much more than the first. You can tell that these characters really grew on the author. While I found the pacing a little off at times, everything seemed to really come together for the second half of the book.

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A Heart So Savage (The Savage Duet Book 2) by April Moran – Review by Marie Collins

A Heart So Savage (The Savage Duet #2)A Heart So Savage by April Moran
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This duet reminds me of a Mafia style Beauty and the Beast, and it’s amazing. I absolutely loved seeing Ava stand up for herself and show just how savage she could really be. Being a brat myself, I loved seeing their dynamic play out. Some characters have a habit of surprising us, too. I thoroughly enjoyed reading this, and I’m glad I get to review it 😁

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A King So Savage (The Savage Duet) by April Moran – Review by Marie Collins

A King So Savage (The Savage Duet #1)A King So Savage by April Moran
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I can only imagine what it must have been like to have your world turned on its axis like the way Ava did. She’s smart, brilliant, and a strong woman for enduring the things she has.

Kingston… oh boy.. a lot can be said about that one. Possessive, obsessive, and antihero if I ever saw one. Despite the insanity he puts her through himself, the man doesn’t tolerate anyone else harming her, and that’s not something that abuse survivors typically see. He’s a force to be reckoned with.

Together… holy mackerel… the heat, the tension, the fire is intense. I can’t wait to see what comes next.

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A Heart So Savage (The Savage Duet Book 2) by April Moran – Review by Jessica Stone

A Heart So Savage (The Savage Duet #2)A Heart So Savage by April Moran
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A Heart So Savage (The Savage Duet Book 2) by April Moran – Review by Jessica Stone

I’m not going to lie I am so happy that I read the first book to this one basically back to back, I don’t know how long I could have waited to find out what was going to happen to King and Ava.

This book picks up right after the events of the first book, so if you haven’t read book one, stop what you’re doing go back and read it first and then come back, honestly you’d miss out on a ton of you tried to read this.

So I’m super into the forced proximity, reluctant relationship these two have. King is DEEP in his feelings for Ava and after everything they’ve been through it’s only fitting that Ava spend the majority of this book questioning basically her sanity for feeling the things she does for him, and loving the way he makes her feel. And let’s be honest, we all want to feel like kinky sex goddesses sometimes. King and his resolute feelings for Ava break me a bit, he’s gone through a lot, and though we knew he was “intrigued” with Ava, fascinated I guess to see him fall into love with Ava was heart melting.

I love the twists this book throws in with its characters, some from the first book and some new players! But please definitely watch out for trigger warnings going into this book, it gets down to the nitty gritty, lays it all bare but I think that’s what makes the story so intriguing. The author isn’t afraid to tell the story, and sometimes things can get ugly, but that makes the resolutions so much sweeter.

UHMM! Oliver what??? If you’ve read the first book, as you should, you’ll know what I’m talking about! I was blown away by that wildcard! Super hope we get a book about him and his redemption! I would love to read more like this from the author, dark mafia romance done right. Secretly hoping I can find my own Kingston one day. 🤞🏻

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A Heart So Savage (The Savage Duet Book 2) by April Moran – Review by LaliLovely

A Heart So Savage (The Savage Duet #2)A Heart So Savage by April Moran
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Deliciously dark & sinfully twisted ! Delightfully depraved ! Enjoyin this book so thoroughly was it’s own guilty pleasure . Honestly everything King was doing to Ava was working for me too lol even though I felt the same indignance at his outrageous audacity , it was workiiiiing for meeeee ! I LOVE their ending & that the villainry stayed strong . The artful exploration of their humanity behind their desires is a true gem . I also very quickly & suddenly discovered that I might have a THING for Oliver & the word darling dripping from his viciously delicious lips . my fingers are very tightly crossed hoping he gets his own story lol. Loved this duet & I will happily devour anything this author creates .

 

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A King So Savage (The Savage Duet) by April Moran – Review by Carlie Del Gallo

A King So Savage (The Savage Duet #1)A King So Savage by April Moran
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I love this authors books and when I saw these I knew I just had to read them! Dark romances hold a special place in my heart, I absolutely LOVE them. When I picked up this book I could not put it down. The story had me on the edge of my seat and I was HOOKED! I cannot wait to read more books by this author!

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A Heart So Savage (The Savage Duet Book 2) by April Moran – Review by Stephanie Robb

These books have to be read to understand what is happening. This is the second book in the series. We follow Kingston our morally grey anti-hero holding Ava captive. He falls for her and protects her; throughout her captivity, she falls for him. It is full of smut and action and hard to put down.

A Heart So Savage (The Savage Duet Book 2) by April Moran – Review by Jayme Raffauf

A Heart So Savage (The Savage Duet #2)A Heart So Savage by April Moran
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A Heart So Savage is book 2 in this Duet Series. If you haven’t read book 1, you will want to do that first as it completely sets the stage for book 2 and that is where you learn all about the characters and the storyline for the sequel. If you are a dark romance fan, then once again, April Moran does a great job with this story and will have readers wanting more. In A Heart So Savage, we continue with the dual POV and we learn more about Kingston and Ava and their growing connection despite the unique situation that brought them together. Even with the beast qualities of Kingston and the love-hate feelings towards the relationship between him and Ava, by the end, you are rooting for them. As with book 1, there are trigger warnings, so be sure to check those before reading.

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A King So Savage (The Savage Duet) by April Moran – Review by Jayme Raffauf

A King So Savage (The Savage Duet #1)A King So Savage by April Moran
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A King So Savage is a very dark romance, but if you like that style of book, you will certainly enjoy this read. April does a great job of developing the main characters and you get dual POV – Kingston and Ava – which is a nice element that I enjoyed. Kingston is a dark, cruel man that you learn to both love and hate and Ava is a character that fights back and resists when and if at all possible, even when that means punishment from her captor. I would describe the storyline as a modern day Beauty and the Beast with a Fifty Shades twist. Again, this book is a dark romance and there are a lot of trigger warnings – so be sure to check those out first. But with all that said, it was well written and left me wanting to know what happens in book 2.

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A Heart So Savage (The Savage Duet Book 2) by April Moran – Review by Angela Renee Diaz

A Heart So Savage (The Savage Duet #2)A Heart So Savage by April Moran
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book is as good as the first. I can’t wait to continue this series. Ava is falling for Kingston and it’s way more than Stockholm syndrome. Even though Ava is kidnapped her attraction to Kingston and the way he treats her is very confusing for her. I highly recommend this series and to start in order. Really wish I could put more than 5 stars cause I loved it so much.

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A Heart So Savage (The Savage Duet Book 2) by April Moran – Review by Heidi Schoolman

A Heart So Savage (The Savage Duet #2)A Heart So Savage by April Moran
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the second book in The Savage Duet series. This story follows Ava and Kingston. Can you hate someone and love them at the same time? That is the conundrum that Ava is facing. Ava is a debt payment. His prisoner. Yet she wants to save him. Others are out to get them, and she must keep them safe. Will she succeed?

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A Heart So Savage (The Savage Duet Book 2) by April Moran – Review by Tracy Greenhalgh

<a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/193084545-a-heart-so-savage” style=”float: left; padding-right: 20px”><img border=”0″ alt=”A Heart So Savage (The Savage Duet #2)” src=”https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1701399579l/193084545._SX98_.jpg” /></a><a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/193084545-a-heart-so-savage”>A Heart So Savage</a> by <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/16909848.April_Moran”>April Moran</a><br/>
My rating: <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/6154095601″>5 of 5 stars</a><br /><br />
An amazing continuation to a king so savage, we follow on as Ava continues to try and navigate the world with King, and Kingston continues to attempt to control all around him including his feelings from the past.<br />Their relationship teeters from control to full feelings and both parties are confused.<br />Still with an edge of danger, darkness and lies revolving around family and associates.<br />The Character and world building keeps you hooked till the end.<br />Another all encompassing read.<br />
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A King So Savage (The Savage Duet) by April Moran – Review by Tracy Greenhalgh

<a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/75463470-a-king-so-savage” style=”float: left; padding-right: 20px”><img border=”0″ alt=”A King So Savage (The Savage Duet #1)” src=”https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1672562632l/75463470._SX98_.jpg” /></a><a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/75463470-a-king-so-savage”>A King So Savage</a> by <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/16909848.April_Moran”>April Moran</a><br/>
My rating: <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/6153787610″>4 of 5 stars</a><br /><br />
Although it took me a few chapters to jell with the way this author writes I can say I truly enjoyed the book and cannot wait to read art two.<br />Ava, after the loss of her parents and having a devious and nefarious brother finds herself held captive by Kingston, friend of her parents and someone her brother owes a large amount of money to.<br />We follow the relationship as it develops, Ava finds out some hard truths and Kingston may have a heart after all.<br />Touches on some triggers but if you like you r romance, dark and gritty I am sure you will enjoy the book too. <br />
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A Heart So Savage (The Savage Duet Book 2) by April Moran – Review by Anastasia Dodson

A Heart So Savage (The Savage Duet #2)A Heart So Savage by April Moran
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book was a good one! This is the second book in the Savage Duet series and it picks up where book one left off, so this is definitely a series that should be read in order.
The main characters were awesome. I like the banter and the dynamic between the two was interesting! The chemistry between them was hot hot hot even if they started out in a rocky place.
This author has a nice writing style and i enjoyed the book alot so i would recommend to anyone that likes a good romance read!
Happy Reading!

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A Heart So Savage (The Savage Duet Book 2) by April Moran – Review by Katy Winter

A Heart So Savage (The Savage Duet #2)A Heart So Savage by April Moran
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Kingston is a morally grey man who doesn’t think he has a heart anymore, until he has Ava and he starts feeling things he doesn’t understand.
This second part of the duet is much spicier, has more background info so you understand the characters and appreciate the development!
Pay attention to trigger warnings before starting.
I really enjoyed this duet and highly recommend

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A Heart So Savage (The Savage Duet Book 2) by April Moran – Review by Manda Kelly

A Heart So Savage (The Savage Duet #2)A Heart So Savage by April Moran
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Lets start this off by saying, if you’re starting this series without reading the 1st book, you’re missing SO MUCH. You should stop now and go back. You need the 1st book. It’s go SO MUCH story line. Book 2 we see how much Ava has fallen for King (and how much King is trying to be in denial about his love for Ava). Anyway. This book wraps everything up really well. I was super pleased with the way this story played out. I can’t wait to see what else April Moran has for me to read!!

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A King So Savage (The Savage Duet) by April Moran – Review by Manda Kelly

A King So Savage (The Savage Duet #1)A King So Savage by April Moran
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This series is starting out to be everything I was hoping it would be, and so much more. It’s rough, it’s dark, is full of adoration, anger, controlling, loyalty and backstabbing family. All the things I love in a great story. I can’t wait to read the 2nd book. Kingston and Ava have so much story left to tell. I can’t wait to see how April Moran ties it all in. I’m excited.
If you love a dark romance with a some romance, I definitely recommend starting this series!!

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A Heart So Savage (The Savage Duet Book 2) by April Moran – Review by M Policicchio

A Heart So Savage (The Savage Duet #2)A Heart So Savage by April Moran
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

In this book we get to find out the answers to so many questions. Will Oliver truly betray his brother? Will Carson ever get what he really deserves? Will Ava and King figure out they are meant to be together? I am not going to tell you the answers to all those questions, but I will let you find out for yourself as you read.

Here is what I will tell you, Ava realizes that she needs Kingston more than she thought and she wants him. This causes all kinds of internal turmoil for Ava until she believes that he can’t live without her either. When she finally learns to trust Kingston, Ava discovers that other side of him that he doesn’t show anyone. Together, they can be happy.

Kingston keeps his promise to find out who killed Ava’s parents. When Kingston tells Ava the truth, she is devastated. Carson managed to take much more than she thought. When Carson’s current plan to sell Ava and have her declared or found dead so that he can take her part of the inheritance money, Ava plots her revenge.

When Ava escapes Kingston’s security to enact her revenge on Carson, things go a little sideways. Ava didn’t account for the fact that Carson wasn’t alone. Even though she got in a killer stab wound, Carson and his buddies were able to capture Ava. A giant, unexpected monkey-wrench is thrown into the works when Oliver shows up and takes control of the situation. How will Kingston react?

A thrilling conclusion to the duet.

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A Heart So Savage (The Savage Duet Book 2) by April Moran – Review by Beverly Finnie

A Heart So Savage (The Savage Duet #2)A Heart So Savage by April Moran
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A Heart So Savage is the duet that goes with A King So Savage, the question is where did we leave off? I actually liked this book better than the first one. Both are very dark but have breaks of light in them. This one definitely has a bit more light. The author pretty much picks up where the previous book left off.
Ava’s brother has decided not to pay, sealing her fate. She now belongs to Kingston completely, mind, body, and soul. Which doesn’t sit well with her. He’s a monster that flirts with pleasure and pain. Yet she is confused because she enjoys it.
Will she stay or find a way out?
Kingston makes it his mission to keep Ava safe. And even though he’s not safe, she’s safest with him. Now that he has his prize, he knows that his brother as well as Ava’s will stop at nothing to destroy him. They don’t care that Ava will be a casualty in their wake. One problem he needs to remain the vicious beast of his reputation, but Ava’s changing him.
Will his attraction and affection for her be his downfall?
As stated at the beginning this is book 2 of a duet. You need to read book 1 first, you will be sorely disappointed if you don’t.
I don’t usually like books that have these types of dark themes but these two were pretty good. The author made sure of that.

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A King So Savage (The Savage Duet) by April Moran – Review by Tonya Merritt

A King So Savage (The Savage Duet #1)A King So Savage by April Moran
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Wow. And I do mean wow. This story did not leave anything out. Every detail is perfectly placed to bring you into the scenes. You’ll feel for Ava but then you’ll feel for Kingston but lord the heat will bring you to your knees. I can’t wait to read the second in this series. Will Ava be King’s or will her brother save her? What can she do to rid of herself of this life?

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A Heart So Savage (The Savage Duet Book 2) by April Moran – Review by Tonya Merritt

A Heart So Savage (The Savage Duet #2)A Heart So Savage by April Moran
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

In this second installment in the series, we learn so much more about Kingston and his childhood. The contract is signed and Ava belongs to him now but will she be ruined? Or will she teach her modern day Beast to love? I enjoyed this story as much as the first. It is very sexual though so beware if you aren’t into stories like that.

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