Shandi Boyes

Well, Sweet Holy Titfire

I had no idea that I needed this book as much as I did. This conclusion was the epitome of perfection. The way that this author weaves a story is mindboggling. I am partially convinced she is a witch because she has me under her spell. This truly is one of the best mafia books that I have read. It is gritty, violent, and intense. The story doesn't sugarcoat this lifestyle. It shows the complexities of being born into and being a part of this criminal lifestyle that is show more hard to know who can be trusted. However, it shows the other side of this life as well. The extreme devotion, loyalty, and unwavering sacrifice that comes with it is nothing to be discounted.

Justine and Nikolia. Holy hell they have had a rough time together with multiple sabotage attempts against them finding happiness. Yet, even amidst the chaos, there is a sense of peace knowing how resolute they were in towards preserving their love and connection. This might be the most intense action-packed encounter they have had, which says something because the previous three books were no walk in the park eating ice-cream on a perfect summer day. My heart felt like it was beating out of my chest several times. If Justine wasn't one of my favorite characters before she sure is now.

And Nikolai...when people ask me why I have stayed single, my answer will be Nikolai. Until I find a man like him, with a whole lot of bad and just the right amount of good, then I am content. The inappropriate thoughts I had about him the first time I saw him are accurate.

"He is the reason women buy sex toys and fathers buy guns. He is the representation of good and evil in one incredibly alluring package."

One of the best of 2019 and definitely going into the all-time vault. show less

One of my favorite discoveries of 2019 was this author. I have devoured almost every book that she has written this year. There is just something about her writing style that speaks to me. There is a depth to her characters and storylines that keeps me invested from the first page to the last. I never want it to end.

My interest has been piqued since Asher was first introduced and it only got more pronounced in this book. I thought I loved Nikolai but he might need to move over from the top show more spot because sweet holy hell... Even though this is the Russian mafia, which means there is no room for sugary sweet outcomes, never do I get turned off by the actions and lifestyle. There is a reason that this is the criminal underbelly there is still something inspiring about the sense of loyalty that comes from those born into this world. This is especially true with this book. It wouldn't authentic if it was sweet and "legal" Which is yet another reason that I love this author. She takes those risks, knowing that there are many out there that would find this uncomfortable, and writes it anyway. Zariah was perfect for him. I loved how they had to overcome so much treachery to bring the real truth to light and find the connection that they had since they were children.

The suspense, the mystery, and sweet holy titfire--the steam was worth every minute. I didn't want the story to end. Mafia is my favorite. Russian mafia for some reason is even higher So rarely is it done right. Yet, This author gets it right EVERY time. I hope Wyatt gets his story and I hope there will be more glimpses of Nikolai and Asher in it. I cannot recommend this author enough. show less

Well, Sweet Holy Titfire

I had no idea that I needed this book as much as I did. This conclusion was the epitome of perfection. The way that this author weaves a story is mindboggling. I am partially convinced she is a witch because she has me under her spell. This truly is one of the best mafia books that I have read. It is gritty, violent, and intense. The story doesn't sugarcoat this lifestyle. It shows the complexities of being born into and being a part of this criminal lifestyle that is show more hard to know who can be trusted. However, it shows the other side of this life as well. The extreme devotion, loyalty, and unwavering sacrifice that comes with it is nothing to be discounted.

Justine and Nikolia. Holy hell they have had a rough time together with multiple sabotage attempts against them finding happiness. Yet, even amidst the chaos, there is a sense of peace knowing how resolute they were in towards preserving their love and connection. This might be the most intense action-packed encounter they have had, which says something because the previous three books were no walk in the park eating ice-cream on a perfect summer day. My heart felt like it was beating out of my chest several times. If Justine wasn't one of my favorite characters before she sure is now.

And Nikolai...when people ask me why I have stayed single, my answer will be Nikolai. Until I find a man like him, with a whole lot of bad and just the right amount of good, then I am content. The inappropriate thoughts I had about him the first time I saw him are accurate.

"He is the reason women buy sex toys and fathers buy guns. He is the representation of good and evil in one incredibly alluring package."

One of the best of 2019 and definitely going into the all-time vault. show less

One of my favorite discoveries of 2019 was this author. I have devoured almost every book that she has written this year. There is just something about her writing style that speaks to me. There is a depth to her characters and storylines that keeps me invested from the first page to the last. I never want it to end.

My interest has been piqued since Asher was first introduced and it only got more pronounced in this book. I thought I loved Nikolai but he might need to move over from the top show more spot because sweet holy hell... Even though this is the Russian mafia, which means there is no room for sugary sweet outcomes, never do I get turned off by the actions and lifestyle. There is a reason that this is the criminal underbelly there is still something inspiring about the sense of loyalty that comes from those born into this world. This is especially true with this book. It wouldn't authentic if it was sweet and "legal" Which is yet another reason that I love this author. She takes those risks, knowing that there are many out there that would find this uncomfortable, and writes it anyway. Zariah was perfect for him. I loved how they had to overcome so much treachery to bring the real truth to light and find the connection that they had since they were children.

The suspense, the mystery, and sweet holy titfire--the steam was worth every minute. I didn't want the story to end. Mafia is my favorite. Russian mafia for some reason is even higher So rarely is it done right. Yet, This author gets it right EVERY time. I hope Wyatt gets his story and I hope there will be more glimpses of Nikolai and Asher in it. I cannot recommend this author enough. show less