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Blame It on the Shame #2
Blame It on the Shame Part 2
"Forgive me, Father, for I have sinned."
I've fallen in love with Lou-Lou.
And I'll stop at nothing to keep her away from you.
But there's one thing I never counted on...
The moment when our 'truths' would turn into lies.
I thought Bruno DeLuca was our biggest threat.
I was wrong.
Because the fire burning between us—would end up destroying us.
And killing me.
***
People think love conquers all.
What they don't know is that for some of us...it comes at a price.
The ultimate price.
Sometimes, love can end up wrecking you—instead of saving you.
Sometimes, love can quickly turn to hate.
And sometimes...even after you've killed your demons—there's still one more that comes to the surface.
"There are two sides to every story...this is ours."
Warning: Due to strong language, some violence, explicit sexual content, and some dark elements, this book is not intended for readers under the age of 18.
*Trigger Warning*: Any readers with sensitivity to dark reads should proceed with caution and at their own risk.
You've been warned.
Author's Note: This is part two of a three-book series. (Blame It on the Shame: Lou-Lou and Ricardo's story.)
However, in order to truly enjoy Lou-Lou and Ricardo's story, it is advised you read 'Blame It on the Pain' first as this story will follow the same timeline.
The 'official order' is as follows:
'Blame It on the Pain' (Jackson & Alyssa's story) which is a full-length standalone novel and is available now.
'Blame It on the Shame' series (Ricardo & Lou-Lou's story) which is a 3-part series.
Part One of 'Shame' - is considered a 'prequel' and the events take place before the events in 'Blame It on the Pain' do. The standalone book is available now.
Part Two of 'Shame' - will follow the same timeline as 'Blame It on the Pain'. NOTE: you MUST read 'Blame It on the Pain' in order to read this book.
I've fallen in love with Lou-Lou.
And I'll stop at nothing to keep her away from you.
But there's one thing I never counted on...
The moment when our 'truths' would turn into lies.
I thought Bruno DeLuca was our biggest threat.
I was wrong.
Because the fire burning between us—would end up destroying us.
And killing me.
***
People think love conquers all.
What they don't know is that for some of us...it comes at a price.
The ultimate price.
Sometimes, love can end up wrecking you—instead of saving you.
Sometimes, love can quickly turn to hate.
And sometimes...even after you've killed your demons—there's still one more that comes to the surface.
"There are two sides to every story...this is ours."
Warning: Due to strong language, some violence, explicit sexual content, and some dark elements, this book is not intended for readers under the age of 18.
*Trigger Warning*: Any readers with sensitivity to dark reads should proceed with caution and at their own risk.
You've been warned.
Author's Note: This is part two of a three-book series. (Blame It on the Shame: Lou-Lou and Ricardo's story.)
However, in order to truly enjoy Lou-Lou and Ricardo's story, it is advised you read 'Blame It on the Pain' first as this story will follow the same timeline.
The 'official order' is as follows:
'Blame It on the Pain' (Jackson & Alyssa's story) which is a full-length standalone novel and is available now.
'Blame It on the Shame' series (Ricardo & Lou-Lou's story) which is a 3-part series.
Part One of 'Shame' - is considered a 'prequel' and the events take place before the events in 'Blame It on the Pain' do. The standalone book is available now.
Part Two of 'Shame' - will follow the same timeline as 'Blame It on the Pain'. NOTE: you MUST read 'Blame It on the Pain' in order to read this book.
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November 6, 2016
This was a Book I could not wait to get my hands on. Richard and Lou-Lou's story was going to be a rocky road, I just knew it! Finishing this book, I have come to realize that this book is exactly written the way their life went...one filled with hate, deception, lies, abuse, trauma, etc. You name it, between Richard and Lou-Lou, they have been there, done it and won the award for going through it!
"You're my missing puzzle piece," she whispers as we continue dancing.
"Your puzzle piece?" I question.
"I'm not broken...but before you; I was never whole, either" she clarifies. "You're the missing piece that made me whole. And now, you're the piece that keeps me from breaking."
I breathe her in and hold her flush against me.
I understand exactly what she means.
This right there, explains everything!!!
Absolutely LOVED this book! Ashley Jade hit a home run with this book!!!
"You're my missing puzzle piece," she whispers as we continue dancing.
"Your puzzle piece?" I question.
"I'm not broken...but before you; I was never whole, either" she clarifies. "You're the missing piece that made me whole. And now, you're the piece that keeps me from breaking."
I breathe her in and hold her flush against me.
I understand exactly what she means.
This right there, explains everything!!!
Absolutely LOVED this book! Ashley Jade hit a home run with this book!!!
February 18, 2021
THIS BOOK IS WAY TOO DARK, SO MANY TRIGGERS!!!
My heart belongs to Ricardo, but the rest of me belongs to DeLuca.
"I'm in love with you. But that love is on borrowed time."
She closes her eyes and my heart sinks. "Sometimes, I wish I never met you because when I'm forced to finally leave you...I'm pretty sure it will be the thing to break me."
The first book was NOTHING compared to this book. Oh, and It started so sweet and lovely. I was totally caught off guard! I seriously didn't see this coming. OH MY GOD! WARNING! DARKNESS IS HERE!
-Was it because I invested myself in this story that I was affected too much?-
I don't know, but this book is the DARKEST BOOK I have ever read. I repeat THE DARKEST.
-Clarification: The book is in every condition dark, but I read dark reads often, that's why I questioned whether it was the number one or not.-
Oh my God, a person cannot be through this much. Dear Lou-Lou, my heart cried for you. Imagine a Brazilian show, Turkish show, or Telenovela (if you are familiar with one), so take their over drama and add graphical violence, torment, abuse, rape, everything to that. It is this book.
I prayed for Lou Lou hard!│ I cursed for Ricardo a couple! │I damned most of the rest!│ I craved for Lou-Lou and Ricardo' union
"I'm not broken...but before you; I was never whole, either," she clarifies. "You're the missing piece that made me whole. And now, you're the piece that keeps me from breaking."
Everything is blending together and all I can feel is this vehement euphoria he's providing me. "Tell me every part of you is mine," he rasps. "You know I'm all yours, Ricky. Only yours," I pant out.
God, I'd give anything for a dandelion right about now. Two actually. Fuck my own freedom...I'd only wish for theirs now.
For the very first time in my life...I don't feel safe around him. It's like having your one and only security blanket torn right out from under you.
OVERALL
*I seriously considered giving up. Because at some point, my heart and soul couldn't take it anymore. BUT I had/needed to continue because I needed/wanted a happy ending. I desperately searched for a spoiler from Part 3 to learn whether it's worth my suffering. I desperately needed to know If I had happiness in the end or not because I was dying...
*It was one of my hardest reads ever. If this book doesn't prove that I have a masochist side what else can? I seriously don't know, because I also loved it!
*Through the book, I cried, suffered, and devastated like hell.
*Lou-Lou, you are a survivor girl, I love you. And Ricardo, I am so angry at you but I also love you!
"I've got you, baby. This isn't over." Because we'll never be over. Even when we are.
-And that's me at the end of this book...-
Then I fill my lungs and take the deepest breath I have ever taken in my life. Freedom.
November 9, 2016
You haven't loved hard enough if you didn't have your heart ripped out of your chest during !
Ricardo DeLuca and Lou-Lou Lucianna have loved so explosively that they can't stay alive without each other yet the stab repeatedly and draw blood off each other , when together.
It's one of those violent love stories - Damned If You Do ;Damned If You don't !
But they are missing pieces of each others soul too
"I'm not broken... but before you; I was never whole, either," she clarifies. "You're the missing piece that made me whole. And now, you're the piece that keeps me from breaking."
Too bad Bruno DeLuca, who was hand crafted by the Devil himself , is always one step ahead of them. He plays everybody in a flipper -flopper game of plot-counter plot . His aim -to be the Last Man Standing . And in the process , nothing is valuable or unsaleable!
But he forgets that Broken people are the most dangerous... because they just don't give a fuck.
The plot peaks and falls and twist and turns and it's very racy and very engrossing read throughout. The characters were already dear to me since book 1 but what a revelation Lou-Lou character has turned out to be.
Full marks to Ashley For creating this wonderful unputdownable story !
Ricardo shall always have my heart and I'll love him forever !!
"Il mio piccolo superstite," he whispers, nuzzling my neck. "Ti amerò fino al giorno della mia morte ... e non solo."
Ricardo DeLuca and Lou-Lou Lucianna have loved so explosively that they can't stay alive without each other yet the stab repeatedly and draw blood off each other , when together.
It's one of those violent love stories - Damned If You Do ;Damned If You don't !
But they are missing pieces of each others soul too
"I'm not broken... but before you; I was never whole, either," she clarifies. "You're the missing piece that made me whole. And now, you're the piece that keeps me from breaking."
Too bad Bruno DeLuca, who was hand crafted by the Devil himself , is always one step ahead of them. He plays everybody in a flipper -flopper game of plot-counter plot . His aim -to be the Last Man Standing . And in the process , nothing is valuable or unsaleable!
But he forgets that Broken people are the most dangerous... because they just don't give a fuck.
The plot peaks and falls and twist and turns and it's very racy and very engrossing read throughout. The characters were already dear to me since book 1 but what a revelation Lou-Lou character has turned out to be.
Full marks to Ashley For creating this wonderful unputdownable story !
Ricardo shall always have my heart and I'll love him forever !!
"Il mio piccolo superstite," he whispers, nuzzling my neck. "Ti amerò fino al giorno della mia morte ... e non solo."
February 28, 2021
Blame ot on the shame part two is a full-length dark, forbidden romance and is not standalone.
This story is heartbreaking, and I want to start with what I liked first. I love Lou Lou and Ricardo even though they both piss me off. Their story is tragic, and I swear there are no other two perfect people for each other. This book, I feel, is one of Ashley Jade's darkest books. Horrible things happen. On my dark scale, it’s dark gray with some black parts. My emotions were everywhere in this book. Some secrets are kept, some are revealed. I say buckle up halfway through as it's a big rollercoaster after that.
Here is my constructive criticism. Maybe it’s just me, but I left there is some repetition. Perhaps the author wanted to remind us about somethings. There is still character development, but not as much as book one. I almost DNF, but I reminded myself how the author develops her books and pushed through, and so happy I did. It would have been a shame if I didn’t finish it. Ugh, that ending. Freaking epic. What a cliffhanger.
This story is heartbreaking, and I want to start with what I liked first. I love Lou Lou and Ricardo even though they both piss me off. Their story is tragic, and I swear there are no other two perfect people for each other. This book, I feel, is one of Ashley Jade's darkest books. Horrible things happen. On my dark scale, it’s dark gray with some black parts. My emotions were everywhere in this book. Some secrets are kept, some are revealed. I say buckle up halfway through as it's a big rollercoaster after that.
Here is my constructive criticism. Maybe it’s just me, but I left there is some repetition. Perhaps the author wanted to remind us about somethings. There is still character development, but not as much as book one. I almost DNF, but I reminded myself how the author develops her books and pushed through, and so happy I did. It would have been a shame if I didn’t finish it. Ugh, that ending. Freaking epic. What a cliffhanger.
February 19, 2017
HEART BREAKING
Goodness. What to even say about this one?
Honestly, I don't have any words other than this story is heartbreaking. There is an angsty and challenging love story, and there are some horrible awful people in this book. Dark stuff happens. Horrible things happen.
I love Lucianna & Ricardos story. Even if they are tragic together, you can tell they are meant to be.
Ugh most of this book was similar to Blame it on the Pain, but told from different POV's.
I don't want to say anything and spoil it, so I'm just going to end it here. I can't recommend this series more. Everything that continues to unfold just makes it all the more interesting. So good. Gut wrenching, but good!
November 8, 2016
“Sometimes there is absolutely no difference at all between salvation and damnation." ―Stephen King
Wow. I am in awe of Blame it on the Shame Part 2. There are simply not enough words that can do enough justice to this brilliant book. None, whatsoever. I was simply mind blown by everything in this book. There was absolutely no flaws in Blame it on the Shame Part 2 at all. Wow. I have been waiting for a long time for this book. I could not keep my emotions at bay when I finally got it. I was in immense happiness and quickly devoured it like crazy. I was not disappointed at all. Blame it on the Shame Part 2 is one of those books that will you on a trance. It gave me one of the biggest hangover on earth. It is just damn good.
Blame it on Shame Part 2 is the continuation story of Ricardo and Lou Lou. You need to read Part 1 to understand the story. This book truly rocked me to the core to the point I was a huge mess. I was crying so hard. I had ton actually stop at most scenes to get my bearings. That is the beauty of a book you know. It is so beautiful because having a book affect you so much that you feel it in your heart and soul is truly majestic. There comes a certain point where a book takes you to a place that you cannot explain nor really have the words to say about the pace, then that is when you know that you read a book that is beyond special. Blame it on the Shame is truly a special book because as I an writing this review, I am overcome with emotions. It certainly played with all my emotions. Not only was it emotional, but it had a dark edge that was simply magnificent. I applaud Ashley Jade because she gave us a journey in this book. She gave me dark that it gave me shivers and ripples all over my body. She gave me a raw intensity. So raw that it consumed me to point that I was reeling. I am forever changed with this story. I did not know what to do when I finished that I simply had a shot of brandy because I was in shock. Every page and sentence screamed BEST FUCKING BOOK EVER MADE ON EARTH!!!!!It is that book that will forever be etched in your heart, mind, body and soul. It is a beautiful tragedy with a phenomenal story of love, pain. sacrifice, friendship and heart.
But the reality is... she has no idea what she wants. Because she's never had the choice before. She's never had the freedom to choose. She's never taken a single breath without a monster breathing down her back. She's never spread her wings... because she's never been let out of her cage.
Lou Lou is quite a dynamic character. She is a character that you want to hate but cannot because her story manages to pull your heart strings all the time. In Part 1, I could relate to her. In Part 2, I saw a side to her that absolutely broke my heart into a thousand pieces. She can be a bitch but she is someone who I think deserves love and happiness. She needs it. I found myself feeling more and more sorry for her. She truly touched my heart.
"My name is Ricardo DeLuca— and I'm ready to take my place."
Oh Ricardo. My book husband. Yes, he is mine. So hands off lol. I found myself very angry at him most times. So angry at him that I am separated from him lol. But man oh man, there was so uch complexities in him that I find so alluring and got to understand a lot more about him. He cared fro Lou Lou but there were times where he really showed pain that smacked me straight to my heart. It was so special because Ashley Jade gave him a flaw that annihilated me.
Together Ricardo and Lou Lou have that alluring and intense chemistry that just makes me fall in love with them. In Part 2, there were such a darkness in them that it really gave the story so much dynamic.
Blame it in the Shame Part 2 is a story that really destroyed my whole being. It haunts me all the time. But it is that beautiful haunting that completely had my mind derailed. Part 2 really has become my book of the year because it holds a special in my heart. It is the book that made me question a lot about me sometimes. It is the book that really played with my emotions a lot. You need to read this book. It is just damn beautiful. I will stop there because I might end up spoiling it. All I can say is GO EFFING READ PART 2!!!!!!!
ARC provided by author Ashley Jade in exchange for an honest review.
Wow. I am in awe of Blame it on the Shame Part 2. There are simply not enough words that can do enough justice to this brilliant book. None, whatsoever. I was simply mind blown by everything in this book. There was absolutely no flaws in Blame it on the Shame Part 2 at all. Wow. I have been waiting for a long time for this book. I could not keep my emotions at bay when I finally got it. I was in immense happiness and quickly devoured it like crazy. I was not disappointed at all. Blame it on the Shame Part 2 is one of those books that will you on a trance. It gave me one of the biggest hangover on earth. It is just damn good.
Blame it on Shame Part 2 is the continuation story of Ricardo and Lou Lou. You need to read Part 1 to understand the story. This book truly rocked me to the core to the point I was a huge mess. I was crying so hard. I had ton actually stop at most scenes to get my bearings. That is the beauty of a book you know. It is so beautiful because having a book affect you so much that you feel it in your heart and soul is truly majestic. There comes a certain point where a book takes you to a place that you cannot explain nor really have the words to say about the pace, then that is when you know that you read a book that is beyond special. Blame it on the Shame is truly a special book because as I an writing this review, I am overcome with emotions. It certainly played with all my emotions. Not only was it emotional, but it had a dark edge that was simply magnificent. I applaud Ashley Jade because she gave us a journey in this book. She gave me dark that it gave me shivers and ripples all over my body. She gave me a raw intensity. So raw that it consumed me to point that I was reeling. I am forever changed with this story. I did not know what to do when I finished that I simply had a shot of brandy because I was in shock. Every page and sentence screamed BEST FUCKING BOOK EVER MADE ON EARTH!!!!!It is that book that will forever be etched in your heart, mind, body and soul. It is a beautiful tragedy with a phenomenal story of love, pain. sacrifice, friendship and heart.
But the reality is... she has no idea what she wants. Because she's never had the choice before. She's never had the freedom to choose. She's never taken a single breath without a monster breathing down her back. She's never spread her wings... because she's never been let out of her cage.
Lou Lou is quite a dynamic character. She is a character that you want to hate but cannot because her story manages to pull your heart strings all the time. In Part 1, I could relate to her. In Part 2, I saw a side to her that absolutely broke my heart into a thousand pieces. She can be a bitch but she is someone who I think deserves love and happiness. She needs it. I found myself feeling more and more sorry for her. She truly touched my heart.
"My name is Ricardo DeLuca— and I'm ready to take my place."
Oh Ricardo. My book husband. Yes, he is mine. So hands off lol. I found myself very angry at him most times. So angry at him that I am separated from him lol. But man oh man, there was so uch complexities in him that I find so alluring and got to understand a lot more about him. He cared fro Lou Lou but there were times where he really showed pain that smacked me straight to my heart. It was so special because Ashley Jade gave him a flaw that annihilated me.
Together Ricardo and Lou Lou have that alluring and intense chemistry that just makes me fall in love with them. In Part 2, there were such a darkness in them that it really gave the story so much dynamic.
Blame it in the Shame Part 2 is a story that really destroyed my whole being. It haunts me all the time. But it is that beautiful haunting that completely had my mind derailed. Part 2 really has become my book of the year because it holds a special in my heart. It is the book that made me question a lot about me sometimes. It is the book that really played with my emotions a lot. You need to read this book. It is just damn beautiful. I will stop there because I might end up spoiling it. All I can say is GO EFFING READ PART 2!!!!!!!
ARC provided by author Ashley Jade in exchange for an honest review.
March 25, 2017
4,5. Série excelente! Como a autora conseguiu construir uma trama tão perfeita? Vale demais a leitura!
March 5, 2017
Yep after first book (part 1) we realized that this story leads to different territories. I really didn't expect this.... there were so much pain, turmoil, blood, tears,, and loss....I still cant believe what I read. And how Ashley Make it in this way........There is no way to tell you without giving any spoiler.. you have to read it with your own ears and feel it with your heart. Trust me you will feel like you crushed to wall.....
Im crying and crying. how I will wait last book. please Ashley make it fast.......
it is reallly sad story which will make you burst into tear whenever you remember My precious unfortunate "Lou-lou"...
March 13, 2017
Pain: Physical suffering or discomfort caused by illness or injury. That is the definition of pain, but some times pain can be more than psychical, it can be emotional pain and That is what you will get from this tragic love story
Lou-Lou is all too familiar with pain. She thought for once in her horrendous life things can be good with Ricardo, but she knows that will never happen with Bruno still controlling her.
Sometimes when you read a story and a second book comes out you're hoping it's half as good, if not as good as the first book and to say this second book was as good as the first, is a huge understatement. I am trying to put into words how much Blame It on the Shame part two rocked me to my very core.
This book was so tragic and gut wrenching. My heart just kept breaking over and over again for Lou-Lou how much more could she possibly take. Ricardo I loved and will always love, but in this book I was getting so angry with him, even though I did try to see things from his POV.
I found myself sobbing and clenching my chest because it hurt so bad. Ashley Jade did an amazing job telling this story.
Just when I thought "where else can this story go" it ends with a bang and I can not wait to read part three.
~Alison
Lou-Lou is all too familiar with pain. She thought for once in her horrendous life things can be good with Ricardo, but she knows that will never happen with Bruno still controlling her.
Sometimes when you read a story and a second book comes out you're hoping it's half as good, if not as good as the first book and to say this second book was as good as the first, is a huge understatement. I am trying to put into words how much Blame It on the Shame part two rocked me to my very core.
This book was so tragic and gut wrenching. My heart just kept breaking over and over again for Lou-Lou how much more could she possibly take. Ricardo I loved and will always love, but in this book I was getting so angry with him, even though I did try to see things from his POV.
I found myself sobbing and clenching my chest because it hurt so bad. Ashley Jade did an amazing job telling this story.
Just when I thought "where else can this story go" it ends with a bang and I can not wait to read part three.
~Alison
January 2, 2017
Wow, that was intense!
Book one to be read first.
When I finished book one I jumped straight into book 2 with hopes of Ricardo and Lou-Lou finally getting revenge on DeLuca finally claiming freedom and each other.
What I didn’t expect was more lies, more control, a plot filled with so much angst and drama.
I was gripped, I love this series mafia and fighter combined taking you to the edge of Alpha male hotness,danger and drama with brilliant characters.
A page turning plot that once again I couldn't put down.
I felt the anguish and pain for Lou-Lou, the love Ricardo felt for her, I felt the heartache,the happy and the hot moments, brilliant writing that takes you on a journey with the characters told in dual pov's.
Looking forward to book 3 and the final book in the trilogy.
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Book one to be read first.
When I finished book one I jumped straight into book 2 with hopes of Ricardo and Lou-Lou finally getting revenge on DeLuca finally claiming freedom and each other.
What I didn’t expect was more lies, more control, a plot filled with so much angst and drama.
I was gripped, I love this series mafia and fighter combined taking you to the edge of Alpha male hotness,danger and drama with brilliant characters.
A page turning plot that once again I couldn't put down.
I felt the anguish and pain for Lou-Lou, the love Ricardo felt for her, I felt the heartache,the happy and the hot moments, brilliant writing that takes you on a journey with the characters told in dual pov's.
Looking forward to book 3 and the final book in the trilogy.
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December 22, 2016
I didn't write a review for Blame it on the Pain or Blame it on the Shame part one because I couldn't wait to get to part two. Now I cant wait for part three (feb/march) but I've got patience for this one.
This came up on my GR newsfeed one day and saw the great reviews. Thought I'd take a look at book one and so glad I did. Not going to say anything about the story line I think its best to go in blind.
If you like dark, gritty, twisted, ugly and some awesome cage fighters, a mobster from hell and full of drama then this is for you.
This one and part one are Ricardo and Lou Lou's story with more infill from all the other characters. Very cleverly written.
I loved every one of these characters Jackson and Alyssa mainly in Blame it on the Pain.
Ricardo and Lou Lou such a strong young lady.
Tyrone and Shelby his sugarplum and oh not forgetting Momma she had me lol a few times.
Bruno De Luca what can I say every book has a bad guy and he was the devil incarnate.
So glad I looked into Ashley Jades books a brilliant talented new author to me.
This came up on my GR newsfeed one day and saw the great reviews. Thought I'd take a look at book one and so glad I did. Not going to say anything about the story line I think its best to go in blind.
If you like dark, gritty, twisted, ugly and some awesome cage fighters, a mobster from hell and full of drama then this is for you.
This one and part one are Ricardo and Lou Lou's story with more infill from all the other characters. Very cleverly written.
I loved every one of these characters Jackson and Alyssa mainly in Blame it on the Pain.
Ricardo and Lou Lou such a strong young lady.
Tyrone and Shelby his sugarplum and oh not forgetting Momma she had me lol a few times.
Bruno De Luca what can I say every book has a bad guy and he was the devil incarnate.
So glad I looked into Ashley Jades books a brilliant talented new author to me.
November 9, 2016
Bruno DeLuca is a monster. His need to manipulate, his lack of morals, and his ability to cause pain and hopelessness with the smallest of efforts are the focal points of this dark and tragic read.
Bruno is a genius. A mad genius. But a genius nonetheless. How many stories are written where one person's power is absolute? He holds life and death over every character in this story. Their fear is so genuine, so heart wrenching, as a reader you feel as though you're experiencing every emotion each character feels. The scenes and characters are so well written and developed that I found myself shaking with anger and hopelessness so many times.. It is next to impossible not to become emotionally invested in this story. My heart breaks for Lou and Ricardo. Their pain and helplessness in their journey for peace is never ending. Things they experience as a couple and individually would break the average person. United they are strong. Individually they are too broken to function at any capacity worthy of opposing Bruno.
Clearly this story is a very dark and emotional read. It is definitely a trigger for sensitive readers. I look forward to continuing the journey with the characters in this series. I am committed to discovering their HEAs! It's a dark journey. But then a little darkness is good for the soul....
Five stars!
Bruno is a genius. A mad genius. But a genius nonetheless. How many stories are written where one person's power is absolute? He holds life and death over every character in this story. Their fear is so genuine, so heart wrenching, as a reader you feel as though you're experiencing every emotion each character feels. The scenes and characters are so well written and developed that I found myself shaking with anger and hopelessness so many times.. It is next to impossible not to become emotionally invested in this story. My heart breaks for Lou and Ricardo. Their pain and helplessness in their journey for peace is never ending. Things they experience as a couple and individually would break the average person. United they are strong. Individually they are too broken to function at any capacity worthy of opposing Bruno.
Clearly this story is a very dark and emotional read. It is definitely a trigger for sensitive readers. I look forward to continuing the journey with the characters in this series. I am committed to discovering their HEAs! It's a dark journey. But then a little darkness is good for the soul....
Five stars!
November 22, 2016
**Five Stars and More**
Lou Lou & Ricardo's story is.... its full of heartbreak, deception, betrayal, anger, brutality, love and loyalty.
Mind games are played, lies are told, bodies are injured, love is made, hearts are broken, families are torn apart, alliances are torn to shreds & lives are taken. Never in my life have I held my breath as much as I have while reading. I found myself mentally pleading with characters and covering my mouth to muffle my outburst.
Bruno DeLuca is more vile than you could imagine. I think he could make the devil himself run and hide. I'm pretty sure he's not even welcome in hell.
There's a thin line between love and hate and Luciana & Ricardo have bounced back and forth over that line a few times. Life has been beyond cruel to those two.
I am totally looking forward to seeing where things go with them and pray they have a future. The twists and revelations in the book have my mind running nonstop!
Lou Lou & Ricardo's story is.... its full of heartbreak, deception, betrayal, anger, brutality, love and loyalty.
Mind games are played, lies are told, bodies are injured, love is made, hearts are broken, families are torn apart, alliances are torn to shreds & lives are taken. Never in my life have I held my breath as much as I have while reading. I found myself mentally pleading with characters and covering my mouth to muffle my outburst.
Bruno DeLuca is more vile than you could imagine. I think he could make the devil himself run and hide. I'm pretty sure he's not even welcome in hell.
There's a thin line between love and hate and Luciana & Ricardo have bounced back and forth over that line a few times. Life has been beyond cruel to those two.
I am totally looking forward to seeing where things go with them and pray they have a future. The twists and revelations in the book have my mind running nonstop!
December 20, 2021
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March 21, 2017
My heart was literally ripped apart. There is strictly no way, no words that could actually describe the feeling you have reading this book. I was warned about "more emotional". No, not even close. I was gutted by every words in this book, I bleed my soul out until there was nothing left to feel. I feel like someone just ran over me with a car, reared back a second time and finished me with fists all over my heart. You have no idea when you decide to read this series that you'll be suffering as much as Lou-Lou and Riccardo suffer. You have no idea you'll angered in a form you've never experienced reading a book and you have no idea you wont get out of it in one piece. Because there is no other one I've read in the past that have had me connected to characters the way Ashley Jade manage to do. You want to call it insane but you just can't; it's too much brillant for that. I've said it reading part one, I feel it even more after reading part 2; its NOTHING like anything else I've read in the past. You want a cocktail of emotions? Get ready to end up dead drunk cause you'll be done when you'll flip last page. Every single part of me was crying out and no need to say I've been taking out on amazing journeys reading in the past, but none comparable to this one. Ashley takes you in so deep in the story that you forget about your name, you forget your miseries, you forget everything you are or have ever been. You're there. Simply. Hung and yes, I HAD to breath out. Because I couldn't read the words; because the tears were blinding me. And my heart was beating so fast that nothing existed around me. The most amazing part can be the emotional in this but you can't pass out how brillant the story, twists and intrigues are. God, it has your brain running 200 miles an hour all along, so just imagine two second mixing the emotional part of it with this? It's enough to go insane. Yet, you can't stop. You wont stop. You wont WANT to stop. Because you know you hold a Masterpiece series in your hand. If there would be an oscar for a book Series, I'd give one to this one. Its way beyond five stars! It will get a part of your soul.
November 6, 2016
After the end of book one I couldn’t wait to get my hands-on part 2
The book draws you in and you can’t stop till the last page,
This book has it all it is such a roller coaster of a ride. It brought out so many emotions in me.
From the start, it is action packed it is fast paced.
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I really feel for Ricardo and Lou Lou all they want is to be happy together but that is just impossible with Ricardo’s father still breathing.
This book is dark twisted and it is very emotional in places my heart goes out to them.
Then you have the Evil one as I call him Bruno he is just pure evil in this book, he does something that is unforgivable in my eyes. I really enjoyed the way Ricardo stood up to him.
Is it too late for Ricardo and Lou Lou?
And wow the Twists in this book I really didn’t see coming.
I love the secondary Characters so much in this book you can connect to them well.
I can’t wait for the next in this series.
I really recommend this book
The book draws you in and you can’t stop till the last page,
This book has it all it is such a roller coaster of a ride. It brought out so many emotions in me.
From the start, it is action packed it is fast paced.
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I really feel for Ricardo and Lou Lou all they want is to be happy together but that is just impossible with Ricardo’s father still breathing.
This book is dark twisted and it is very emotional in places my heart goes out to them.
Then you have the Evil one as I call him Bruno he is just pure evil in this book, he does something that is unforgivable in my eyes. I really enjoyed the way Ricardo stood up to him.
Is it too late for Ricardo and Lou Lou?
And wow the Twists in this book I really didn’t see coming.
I love the secondary Characters so much in this book you can connect to them well.
I can’t wait for the next in this series.
I really recommend this book
November 22, 2016
Highly recommend series. Ashley Jade really know how to pull in her readers with her words. What I love most about her is that she doesn't hold back in the slightest. Not only is this a dark read, it's deceitful, emotional, mesmerizing, captivating, and down right sexy. Ricardo and Lou- Lou are amazing characters I love the chemistry between these two. They both are lost souls but they quickly discover that they was a missing puzzle piece that they finally put together. Thank you so much Ashley for another fantastic read.
March 20, 2017
4.75 Damnation Stars!
March 15, 2017
4.5 stars. I am really enjoying this series. I like Ricardo so I was excited to read his story. Didn't care much for Lou-Lou in book 1 however I liked her character better in this book.
November 8, 2016
Showcasing her brilliant storytelling skills, Ashley Jade delivers an emotionally compelling, sexy, thrilling story with Blame it on the Shame Part 2. Just when I think this author cannot top what she has already done, she goes and blows me away once again. This book hit all the marks for an epic story with its intense plot, smartly written dialogue, and unforgettable characters.
"There's something powerful between us. It's not always pretty, sometimes it's downright messy- but it's real, raw, and it's true."
Jade takes her readers on an unbelievably tumultuous ride, and boy does she put her characters through the ringer. The story picks up where Part 1 left off, with Ricardo and Lou Lou's forbidden relationship intensifying with each passing day. What began as a mutual dislike has transformed into a passionate and life-altering connection that neither of them saw coming. To say that their relationship is filled with obstacles is an understatement. These two are facing such tough circumstances, and in this book they are hit with one thing after another. The author created such a vile, sadistic villain in DeLuca, a man with no morals and no loyalties. Some of the things that Lou Lou went through at his hands were so incredibly heartbreaking, I wasn't sure how she was going to survive. The pain that she and Ricardo experienced was palpable. Jade is so good at creating emotional scenes that have the reader fully engaged with the characters and what they are experiencing.
"I pray for the day that I'll be able to wake up from this f***ed up nightmare. And despite knowing better, I find myself wishing for freedom again."
Some of the scenes in this story were so raw and emotionally charged, I found myself having to put it the book down for a few minutes before resuming reading. Each time Ricardo and Lou Lou interacted, the chemistry between them was off the charts. The connection between them was unbreakable, both physically and emotionally, and even when misunderstandings had them fighting against each other, there was a soul-deep bond that was could not be ignored or denied.
"Her broken pieces filled in my own broken fragments, putting me together for the first time in my life."
The storyline was mesmerizing in its fluidity, with so many players involved and so much at stake. The plot was fast paced and so well-crafted, I was hanging on to every word. With the draw-dropping epilogue we were left with, it looks like things are only going to further intensify for Ricardo and Lou Lou, and I cannot wait to see what this author has in store for them next.
"There's something powerful between us. It's not always pretty, sometimes it's downright messy- but it's real, raw, and it's true."
Jade takes her readers on an unbelievably tumultuous ride, and boy does she put her characters through the ringer. The story picks up where Part 1 left off, with Ricardo and Lou Lou's forbidden relationship intensifying with each passing day. What began as a mutual dislike has transformed into a passionate and life-altering connection that neither of them saw coming. To say that their relationship is filled with obstacles is an understatement. These two are facing such tough circumstances, and in this book they are hit with one thing after another. The author created such a vile, sadistic villain in DeLuca, a man with no morals and no loyalties. Some of the things that Lou Lou went through at his hands were so incredibly heartbreaking, I wasn't sure how she was going to survive. The pain that she and Ricardo experienced was palpable. Jade is so good at creating emotional scenes that have the reader fully engaged with the characters and what they are experiencing.
"I pray for the day that I'll be able to wake up from this f***ed up nightmare. And despite knowing better, I find myself wishing for freedom again."
Some of the scenes in this story were so raw and emotionally charged, I found myself having to put it the book down for a few minutes before resuming reading. Each time Ricardo and Lou Lou interacted, the chemistry between them was off the charts. The connection between them was unbreakable, both physically and emotionally, and even when misunderstandings had them fighting against each other, there was a soul-deep bond that was could not be ignored or denied.
"Her broken pieces filled in my own broken fragments, putting me together for the first time in my life."
The storyline was mesmerizing in its fluidity, with so many players involved and so much at stake. The plot was fast paced and so well-crafted, I was hanging on to every word. With the draw-dropping epilogue we were left with, it looks like things are only going to further intensify for Ricardo and Lou Lou, and I cannot wait to see what this author has in store for them next.
February 28, 2017
There aren't enough words in the world to explain how raw this book left me feeling.
I don't even know what to say, but this book was BEYOND amazing.
From the first word to the last I was on edge. I was biting my nails page after page.
You know what, just read this book.
That. Is. All.
I don't even know what to say, but this book was BEYOND amazing.
From the first word to the last I was on edge. I was biting my nails page after page.
You know what, just read this book.
That. Is. All.
December 31, 2017
Holy hell! This book kept me up all night. I simply could not put it down. I laughed, I cried and and I wanted to scream and grab a gun to shoot my kindle just to make it stop. A story where the bad guys sometimes win. So many twists and turns. Im almost scared to find out how this will all end in part 3. Ill just have to find out :) . An unputdownable read.
December 12, 2016
**NO SPOILERS** This book, this book, OMG! It was definitely my favorite so far. This book has so much depth to it, it's wonderfully written, and Ashley for sure blew me away with this installment of the story. This story was heart wrenching at times and sometimes I ugly cried. It was overwhelming and emotional at times. It's a crazy whirlwind of emotions and you feel like you are experiencing the emotions with the characters. Lou-Lou and Ricardo truly define the term "to hell and back". This story is dark, twisted, beautiful at times and even uglier at other times. My heart literally raced during some of the parts and I was afraid to breathe. One of the most captivating reads of 2016, these two characters dug a hole and burrowed deep in my heart. Never have I felt so invested in two characters, never have I wanted things to work out so much. Ashley shreds you in this story and you'll love every minute of it. What Ricardo and Lou-Lou have is breathtaking, hot, overwhelming, and twisted. This story truly paints a picture of how far we will go to protect the people we love, the things we are willing to sacrifice, how selfish and cruel the world can be, and how hard love can truly be. This story also brings things full circle, answers some lingering question from the other stories, and has one hell of a cliffhanger. I can not praise this book enough if I could give it 10 stars I would. **You must read Blame it on the Shame part 1 before this, or you will be lost**
May 27, 2017
This was one addictive read and one that left me speechless! So many emotions were experienced during the story and what a storyteller Ashley Jade is! Definitely worthy of a 5 star rating!
November 2, 2016
After reading the second part of Ricardo and Lou Lou's story, I had to sit down and really think about what I was going to write for a review. And I have to admit my mind is still reeling. So this is what I came up with...
Passion. Hate. Deception. Betrayal. Love. Evil. Heartache. Revenge.
These are just a few of the words that come to mind when I think of this beautifully, warped tale about two soulmates who are basically destined to ruin each other. And they do, over and over again. But as much as they tear each other apart, they also love each other so fiercely. They just can't win against the evil forces coming at them.
Speaking of those evil forces....I HATE THEM SO MUCH!!!! There I said it. And it makes me feel a little better. What a bunch of bleeping a-holes. What they made this couple endure is just so unfair. All they want to do is be happy and love each other.
This isn't a hearts and flowers type of story. It's dark. It's twisted. In simply EPIC! It's an emotional read that will leave you in a complete book funk when you're finished.
Oh, and I can't forget the ending...total goosebumps!!! It's going to be a very long wait for the conclusion of this story, but I'm positive it'll be worth it.
Blame It On The Shame Part 2 is hands down THE BEST of Ashley Jade's work to date! If you haven't read her 'Blame' Series yet, do yourself a favor and start it TODAY! You won't be disappointed.
Passion. Hate. Deception. Betrayal. Love. Evil. Heartache. Revenge.
These are just a few of the words that come to mind when I think of this beautifully, warped tale about two soulmates who are basically destined to ruin each other. And they do, over and over again. But as much as they tear each other apart, they also love each other so fiercely. They just can't win against the evil forces coming at them.
Speaking of those evil forces....I HATE THEM SO MUCH!!!! There I said it. And it makes me feel a little better. What a bunch of bleeping a-holes. What they made this couple endure is just so unfair. All they want to do is be happy and love each other.
This isn't a hearts and flowers type of story. It's dark. It's twisted. In simply EPIC! It's an emotional read that will leave you in a complete book funk when you're finished.
Oh, and I can't forget the ending...total goosebumps!!! It's going to be a very long wait for the conclusion of this story, but I'm positive it'll be worth it.
Blame It On The Shame Part 2 is hands down THE BEST of Ashley Jade's work to date! If you haven't read her 'Blame' Series yet, do yourself a favor and start it TODAY! You won't be disappointed.
November 6, 2016
Wow what a rollercoaster read. I didn't put this book down once, I was like an addict needing their fix.
Following on from part 1, Lou Lou and Ricardo are determined to get out from under Bruno's control...but it's not quite as easy as that.
My heart broke for poor Lou Lou in this book. How much can one person take? She's such a strong character even though she's so broken.
Bruno DeLuca is the devil. He is evil incarnate and I hated him with a passion. Not only is he evil he's also unbelievably clever. Always playing people off against each other to get what he wants, I detest Bruno.
Full of lies, betrayal and heartbreak this book sucked me in, chewed me up and spat me out, leaving me in a soggy puddle of emotions. I practically inhaled this book i was so desperate for Lou Lou and Ricardo to get their hea but we don't always get what we want, especially when the author likes to throw as many twists into the mix as possible.
A really good, twisty, emotional story with characters I loved and one I need to stab in the eye with a rusty fork.....repeatedly....before chopping him into little bits and setting him on fire
Following on from part 1, Lou Lou and Ricardo are determined to get out from under Bruno's control...but it's not quite as easy as that.
My heart broke for poor Lou Lou in this book. How much can one person take? She's such a strong character even though she's so broken.
Bruno DeLuca is the devil. He is evil incarnate and I hated him with a passion. Not only is he evil he's also unbelievably clever. Always playing people off against each other to get what he wants, I detest Bruno.
Full of lies, betrayal and heartbreak this book sucked me in, chewed me up and spat me out, leaving me in a soggy puddle of emotions. I practically inhaled this book i was so desperate for Lou Lou and Ricardo to get their hea but we don't always get what we want, especially when the author likes to throw as many twists into the mix as possible.
A really good, twisty, emotional story with characters I loved and one I need to stab in the eye with a rusty fork.....repeatedly....before chopping him into little bits and setting him on fire
October 18, 2018
"I'm not broken...but before you; I was never whole, either," she clarifies. "You're the missing piece that made me whole. And now, you're the piece that keeps me from breaking."
Blame it on the shame part 2 is the story of Ricardo and Lou Lou. I don't know where to start or what to write because no matter how many times I think about it or how to write as there are no words that will justify how extraordinary this book is. Ashley will put you on the roller coaster full emotions and literally pulls at your heart and soul along the ride right up until the end of the book. This book is dark, compelling, twisted, brutal, tense, betrayal, deception, heartbreaking, passion, love and loyalty.
The connection between Lou Lou and Ricardo is indestructible and the chemistry is so freaking sizzling hot that it's way of the charts that will just melt your pants off.
I cried my heart out for Lou Lou and my heart shattered into pieces.
Ashley is a tremendous writer that draws her readers into her books and makes you feel connected to the characters.
If you haven't started reading this series, then don't wait because you won't be disappointed.
Blame it on the shame part 2 is the story of Ricardo and Lou Lou. I don't know where to start or what to write because no matter how many times I think about it or how to write as there are no words that will justify how extraordinary this book is. Ashley will put you on the roller coaster full emotions and literally pulls at your heart and soul along the ride right up until the end of the book. This book is dark, compelling, twisted, brutal, tense, betrayal, deception, heartbreaking, passion, love and loyalty.
The connection between Lou Lou and Ricardo is indestructible and the chemistry is so freaking sizzling hot that it's way of the charts that will just melt your pants off.
I cried my heart out for Lou Lou and my heart shattered into pieces.
Ashley is a tremendous writer that draws her readers into her books and makes you feel connected to the characters.
If you haven't started reading this series, then don't wait because you won't be disappointed.
March 16, 2020
Holy mother of dragons!!
What a fantastic psychological/murder romance. I was hooked from beginning to end, as this intense and thrilling read was another emotional roller coaster ride!
I was totally absorbed as Ricardo and Lou-Lou are back to settle some scores. Perceptions are everything, and things are not what they appear. Hot, and explosive, their chemistry and passion, can be cut with a knife but love is not enough. Both are tethered to their pasts and time is running out!
Sacrifices are made that may be impossible to undo!
Secrets are revealed, but with all the dirty secrets and demons from their past, did they really find freedom or redemption? What's in store for them?
I cannot wait for more!!
What a fantastic psychological/murder romance. I was hooked from beginning to end, as this intense and thrilling read was another emotional roller coaster ride!
I was totally absorbed as Ricardo and Lou-Lou are back to settle some scores. Perceptions are everything, and things are not what they appear. Hot, and explosive, their chemistry and passion, can be cut with a knife but love is not enough. Both are tethered to their pasts and time is running out!
Sacrifices are made that may be impossible to undo!
Secrets are revealed, but with all the dirty secrets and demons from their past, did they really find freedom or redemption? What's in store for them?
I cannot wait for more!!
December 24, 2016
Twist, Turns, Love and Decite.
If you read Blame it on the Shame part 1, you have to read part 2. It tears your heart out at almost every chapter, but still makes you want to know more. Did you fall in love with the men in this series? I did, I even started to love Lou Lou. Do Ricardo and Lou Lou get their happily ever after? Wouldn't you like to know. So I guess my advise to you is get reading. Ashley Jade knows how to deal out the "feels" and is now a new favorite author in my book. Click it I dare you.
If you read Blame it on the Shame part 1, you have to read part 2. It tears your heart out at almost every chapter, but still makes you want to know more. Did you fall in love with the men in this series? I did, I even started to love Lou Lou. Do Ricardo and Lou Lou get their happily ever after? Wouldn't you like to know. So I guess my advise to you is get reading. Ashley Jade knows how to deal out the "feels" and is now a new favorite author in my book. Click it I dare you.
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