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Sweet Revenge by Rebecca Zanetti
5.0

Summary

Matt Dean, is the oldest of the four brothers, and has always led and protected his brothers for as long as he can remember. Matt will do anything to save his brothers, and time is ticking. Each of them has chips in their backs, and if they don't get access to the correct codes, they will all die within six weeks. He has come to Charmed, Idaho to find a woman that is behind the making of the chips, but he will need to find her and extract any information he can gain. Recovering from a knife wound, he is stumbled on by Laney Jacobs, a sweet bar owner that takes him in. In exchange for working as a bouncer, he will get a room to stay in. It is the perfect cover for Matt, and he knows that he needs to draw out the woman who is hiding. Laney is running from her past, and even though she knows it can't last, she is enjoying the life she has made in Charmed. The last thing she needs is to get into a relationship with this dangerous man, but there is something about Matt that calls him to her, and she can't resist his sensual kisses or the opening of her heart to him. But there are multiple dangers and secrets that will change everything for Matt and Laney, will the love they have be strong enough?

Plot and Story Line

After reading the first book, I thought that nothing could get better than the first book, but boy was I wrong. Sweet Revenge was just as good or even better than Forgotten Sins. After seeing the bonds between these brothers, I was super excited for Matt's story. Matt is the oldest brother, and I loved how protective he is of them. We also see how much losing his baby brother is tearing him apart inside. Matt as the oldest, feels responsible, and refuses to lose the brothers he has left.

“I’ve lost everyone I’ve ever cared about, and I’ve never loved somebody like this. I can’t lose it, and I won’t lose you … This has nothing to do with equal rights or trust. This is life, and you’re mine.”

We see instant sparks between Matt and Lanie. Even though Lanie doesn't trust Matt, she softens toward him and even though they are sexually explosive together, the relationship is so tender and sweet at times.

“I love completely, Laney, and I’m sure it’s a pain in the ass … You have my heart and always will.”

I just couldn't get enough of these two and it was interesting seeing how strong their bond to each other develops. But there is one secret that totally blew me away...well multiple secrets, but I can tell you without revealing too much, that this secret I DID NOT see coming. This story just gets more and more intense, the suspense builds with each chapter you read. And boy was it intense, both the plot and the romance between Matt and Laney. Matt is quite the alpha male, likes being in control over a situation, is a one woman man, posseisve and sexy as hell. Lanie is spirted and courageous and a fighter. What a backbone she has, and she is quite the match for Matt here. What we also have is the reveal of certain side characters that aren't what they seem. And I thought I was suprised in Forgotten Sins...but oh boy, Sweet Revenge beats Forgotten Sins on the surprises and shocks and those unique twists that build the story even more. I find myself just soaking up every moment and intense scene that Sweet Revenge gives us. This is a story that is intense, poignantly romantic and action packed that builds. I just can't get enough...now onto the third book. I am practically addicted, I have a feeling I am going to have to read all four books because boy there is nothing better than a story that packs a punch like Sweet Revenge does.

The Cover

I LOVE this cover, and boy sexy as sin right? I love the danger feel to it, with the scruff on his face (I love light scruffiness)

Overall View

A stunning and action-packed romance that will shake the ground beneath your feet and shock you to the core. A thrilling tale of deceit, danger, and a love to fight for!! STUNNING!!
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