Double down - to strengthen one's commitment to a particular strategy or course of action, typically one that is potentially risky

Double Down begins right where Even Money left us. Bell in her suite, Dario mourning over the loss of Gwen and practically forcing Bell out of the suite and Vegas.

Bell ends up back in Dario's home state of Louisiana and we are introduced to Laurent. I absolutely was intrigued by him, I want to know more of his story (because I'm sure he has a great one). As much as a dislike Robert Hawk, I did enjoy reading things from his point of view and from Claudia's. It was nice to get into their mindset at times.

This book started out fast paced and towards the end did kind of slow down a little, but it was nice to see some happiness and signs of a drama and stress free relationship between Bell and Dario. Of course, that was rather short lived. Watching Bell and Dario's relationship continue to grow was sweet. They are both so broken, but despite that overcome a lot and love each other unconditionally.

"Just love me through the cracks."

I loved that we got some more of Meredith, Rick and Lance. I loved the interactions between Rick, Lance and Dario and I wish there was more of that.

I was hooked and couldn't put the book down, however, I felt that there were still some unanswered questions at the end. Maybe, that means the story of Bell, Dario, their friends and their enemies will continue in the future.

Just like Vegas, this story of full of excitement. Murder, kidnapping, explosions and steamy sex scenes. It will have you on the edge of your seat, it may make you shed a tear and it will make you smile.

*ARC provided by NetGalley in exchange for an honest review*