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Vow of Deception
by Rina Kent
challenging
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
This review may contain spoilers, so fair warning, upon reading the review.
Book Evaluation:
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Overall View: β¨β¨β¨β¨.25
First Impressions
Vow of Deception is the first book in the "Deception Trilogy" and I really went into this book blind and the blurb is a bit vague into what is actually happening with this book. This book was really hard to get engaged with so my best piece of advice with this one is be patient with it and stick with it and if by halfway you aren't into it, then it might not be for you. Sometimes Rina Kent's books aren't going to be for everyone and I really had to be patient with how this one was written here. I really found it so intriguing and the way in which this author developed this book was so well developed. At first, I didn't know what she was really going on with this story, but it turned into something so much more deeper than even I expected but the hero is one of the darkest heroes I think she has written.
First Line
Death can come in the form of a doppelganger.
The Main Protagonists
The Hero: Adrian Volkov
Works for the Bratva, Assassin, Works Remotely, Is a single father
The Heroine: Lia (Winter)
Started out as a professional ballerina, lost her way when she had a miscarriage and ended up on the streets and an alcoholic.
Summary
Lia is taken from her home of the streets and being homeless and forced into the home of Adrian Volkov where she is forced to pose as his wife and the mother to their son who is just a lost child yearning for his mother. Lia is at a loss because she is in a difficult position, Adrian is not a man to disobey but Winter finds her own way to disobery him to stand her ground and retain her independence but she also knows how dangerous Adrian is and there is a bond that she is forming with Adrian that she doesn't want to fully admit to. But there are secrets, she is having nightmares and she ends up learning secrets, secrets that could destroy them all...
What I Loved
Vow of Deception had some aspects to the story that just intrigued me. First off, the chemistry in this book is off the charts. The way in which these two connect in the smexy moments between them is very intense. I was intrigued by the premise of the story and you could tell pretty quickly that the author was really digging deep to write such a complex story that had so many layers to it. Just when you think ( as the reader) that you have it all figured out, then something new enters into the story that completely blows you away. I was shocked in where the author led this book because I was NOT expecting that ending, because that reveal in the ending, oh boy. The author really throws you for a loop into this one. I absolutely love what she wrote here, I wasn't sure I wanted to continue this series until the later half of the book. The first half of the book is very slow going and doesn't make sense but I do think if you are patient, it will give you the rewards you can expect from this author and I can't wait to jump into the next book. This is definitely a trilogy you want to read together.
What I Struggled With
The first half of the book is really hard to keep up with. There were many times I wanted to DNF this one, but I wanted to give this trilogy a good chance as I really wanted to read Adrian's book and have been curious about his character as there has always been so mystery surrounding him. But the pacing was really off and it could have been me, it just starts off really strange and can be hard with at times. I really was intrigued by the characters but it just didn't make sense in the first half, but I promise if you keep up with, then it will bring out rewards.
Overall View
Vow of Deception was a captivating, angst filled romance that kept me on the edge of my seat...all the intrigue and dark vibes will carry you through and keep the reader fascinated to read the next one.
Favorite Quote(s)
The big deal is that no one looks at you the way I do. No one get's a glimpse at what's mine."
Book Details (also in my shelves)
Sub Genre: Romantic Suspense, Dark Romance
Character Types: Mafia, Assassin, Anti Hero, Alpha Male, Ballerina
Themes: Danger Elements, Kids involved
Tropes: Mistaken Identity, Forced Relationship, Kidnapping
Book Perspective
Duo POV
Relationship Conflict vs Plot Conflict
A blend of both
Song This Book Inspires
What Have I Done by Dermot Kennedy
Recommendation For Reading Order
Yes you need to read this trilogy in order
Steam/Spice Explanations
Steamin' up the room -the sexual content is more explicit in the language and tone, heavier amount of sexual scenes.
Book Evaluation:
Plot: ποΈποΈποΈποΈποΈ
World Building:ππππ
Cover:ππππ
Hero: π¦Έπ»π¦Έπ»π¦Έπ»π¦Έπ»
Heroine:π¦Έπ»ββοΈπ¦Έπ»ββοΈπ¦Έπ»ββοΈπ¦Έπ»ββοΈ
Intimacy Level: π₯π₯π₯π₯
Relationship Building: ππππ
Heart & Feels:ππππ
Witty/Banter/Reaction of Laughter: ππ
Page Turner Level:πππ
Ending:π§§π§§π§§π§§
Overall View: β¨β¨β¨β¨.25
First Impressions
Vow of Deception is the first book in the "Deception Trilogy" and I really went into this book blind and the blurb is a bit vague into what is actually happening with this book. This book was really hard to get engaged with so my best piece of advice with this one is be patient with it and stick with it and if by halfway you aren't into it, then it might not be for you. Sometimes Rina Kent's books aren't going to be for everyone and I really had to be patient with how this one was written here. I really found it so intriguing and the way in which this author developed this book was so well developed. At first, I didn't know what she was really going on with this story, but it turned into something so much more deeper than even I expected but the hero is one of the darkest heroes I think she has written.
First Line
Death can come in the form of a doppelganger.
The Main Protagonists
The Hero: Adrian Volkov
Works for the Bratva, Assassin, Works Remotely, Is a single father
The Heroine: Lia (Winter)
Started out as a professional ballerina, lost her way when she had a miscarriage and ended up on the streets and an alcoholic.
Summary
Lia is taken from her home of the streets and being homeless and forced into the home of Adrian Volkov where she is forced to pose as his wife and the mother to their son who is just a lost child yearning for his mother. Lia is at a loss because she is in a difficult position, Adrian is not a man to disobey but Winter finds her own way to disobery him to stand her ground and retain her independence but she also knows how dangerous Adrian is and there is a bond that she is forming with Adrian that she doesn't want to fully admit to. But there are secrets, she is having nightmares and she ends up learning secrets, secrets that could destroy them all...
What I Loved
Vow of Deception had some aspects to the story that just intrigued me. First off, the chemistry in this book is off the charts. The way in which these two connect in the smexy moments between them is very intense. I was intrigued by the premise of the story and you could tell pretty quickly that the author was really digging deep to write such a complex story that had so many layers to it. Just when you think ( as the reader) that you have it all figured out, then something new enters into the story that completely blows you away. I was shocked in where the author led this book because I was NOT expecting that ending, because that reveal in the ending, oh boy. The author really throws you for a loop into this one. I absolutely love what she wrote here, I wasn't sure I wanted to continue this series until the later half of the book. The first half of the book is very slow going and doesn't make sense but I do think if you are patient, it will give you the rewards you can expect from this author and I can't wait to jump into the next book. This is definitely a trilogy you want to read together.
What I Struggled With
The first half of the book is really hard to keep up with. There were many times I wanted to DNF this one, but I wanted to give this trilogy a good chance as I really wanted to read Adrian's book and have been curious about his character as there has always been so mystery surrounding him. But the pacing was really off and it could have been me, it just starts off really strange and can be hard with at times. I really was intrigued by the characters but it just didn't make sense in the first half, but I promise if you keep up with, then it will bring out rewards.
Overall View
Vow of Deception was a captivating, angst filled romance that kept me on the edge of my seat...all the intrigue and dark vibes will carry you through and keep the reader fascinated to read the next one.
Favorite Quote(s)
The big deal is that no one looks at you the way I do. No one get's a glimpse at what's mine."
Book Details (also in my shelves)
Sub Genre: Romantic Suspense, Dark Romance
Character Types: Mafia, Assassin, Anti Hero, Alpha Male, Ballerina
Themes: Danger Elements, Kids involved
Tropes: Mistaken Identity, Forced Relationship, Kidnapping
Book Perspective
Duo POV
Relationship Conflict vs Plot Conflict
A blend of both
Song This Book Inspires
What Have I Done by Dermot Kennedy
Recommendation For Reading Order
Yes you need to read this trilogy in order
Steam/Spice Explanations
Steamin' up the room -the sexual content is more explicit in the language and tone, heavier amount of sexual scenes.