🎙️AUDIO REVIEW🎙️ 

💘 Grumpy x Sunshine 
 🔒 Possessive Hero 
 🔥 Forced Proximity 
 🎯 Single-Minded Obsession 
 💥 Mafia/Organised Crime 
 🛡️ Protector/Bodyguard Vibes 
 👊 Revenge Quest 
 🚨 Kidnapping & Rescue 
 🖤 Morally Grey Hero 
 💑 Fated Mates Energy 

Star: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.5 

Niall by Melanie Moreland, the second book in The Irishmen series, is a gripping and emotionally charged romance that combines intense action, heartfelt connection, and dark underworld suspense. The story centres around Niall Black, the fiercely loyal and guarded right-hand man to Finn O’Reilly. He’s a man who thrives in control, precision, and the unrelenting rhythm of his business dealings—both legitimate and lethal. Romance is not on his radar, nor does he entertain the idea of vulnerability, until Annabelle Lewis unexpectedly enters his life. 

Annabelle is not just a love interest but the catalyst that shakes Niall to his core. Her presence awakens a side of him he didn’t know existed—a raw, consuming need and deep emotional yearning. Their bond is intense from the outset, built on chemistry, protectiveness, and unspoken truths. However, the story takes a violent turn when Annabelle is kidnapped, pulling Niall into a single-minded mission to get her back, no matter the cost. His journey is ruthless and unrelenting, with no line he’s unwilling to cross, no enemy he’ll let stand in his way. His devotion is both terrifying and touching, a portrait of a man willing to burn the world for love. 

Melanie Moreland’s writing strikes a strong balance between brutal action and deep emotional resonance. She paints Niall not just as a hardened enforcer, but as a man capable of staggering tenderness, making the romance all the more impactful. The tension in the plot is razor-sharp, but never overwhelms the love story, which remains the heartbeat of the narrative. 

The audiobook narration by John Lane and Maxine Mitchell is exceptional. Lane brings Niall’s brooding menace and emotional complexity to life with a restrained yet potent performance. Maxine Mitchell provides warmth, strength, and emotional clarity to Annabelle, capturing both her fear and resilience. Together, their dual narration builds a visceral listening experience that enhances the emotional stakes and intensity. 

This book will appeal strongly to fans of dark romance with morally grey heroes, emotional angst, and action-driven plots. Niall and Annabelle’s story is not just about falling in love—it’s about survival, transformation, and the lengths someone will go to for the person who becomes their everything. Melanie Moreland delivers a satisfying, emotionally rich narrative that cements Niall as a standout character in the series. 

A raw and riveting continuation of The Irishmen, Niall is well worth the listen.