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Men of Wrath #1
Born in Depravity
Once upon a time, there lived a Mute Princess in an ivory tower.
Stuck in her gilded cage, she prayed for freedom.
She prayed to get away from her monster of a father one day. Away from all the bloodshed and away from her destiny.
What she got was a new cage painted in red, trading one monster for three.
Damien Vasiliev, Mikhail Volkov, and Nikolay Sokolov.
***
Once upon a time, there lived three monsters out for revenge.
Their names were synonymous with death, running in the same league with the Devil himself.
They took me for their own twisted games.
They told me they would own every single part of me—the parts I was willing to give and even the ones I refused.
I was theirs to break. Theirs to use. Theirs to play.
Their broken toy.
*Ends in a cliffhanger.
Trigger Warning: Depict violence, mature themes, explicit scenes, and dubious consent. Reader discretion is advised.
Stuck in her gilded cage, she prayed for freedom.
She prayed to get away from her monster of a father one day. Away from all the bloodshed and away from her destiny.
What she got was a new cage painted in red, trading one monster for three.
Damien Vasiliev, Mikhail Volkov, and Nikolay Sokolov.
***
Once upon a time, there lived three monsters out for revenge.
Their names were synonymous with death, running in the same league with the Devil himself.
They took me for their own twisted games.
They told me they would own every single part of me—the parts I was willing to give and even the ones I refused.
I was theirs to break. Theirs to use. Theirs to play.
Their broken toy.
*Ends in a cliffhanger.
Trigger Warning: Depict violence, mature themes, explicit scenes, and dubious consent. Reader discretion is advised.
404 pages, Kindle Edition
Published June 30, 2022
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V.T. Do
35 books347 followersV.T. Do is the author of angsty contemporary romance books.
She currently lives in Colorado. When she's not spending time working on her upcoming books, you can find her talking to herself, arguing with imaginary characters (hence the talking to herself part), daydreaming, hunting magical creatures, in search of her next caffeine fix, or reading obsessively over dirty-mouth, bad boys from steamy, smutty romance books.
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June 30, 2022
Story: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Trope: RH, captive, revenge
Angst: 😱😱😱😱
Smexy: 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
Have to say up front that I hate trilogies. Like a lot. I'm 48 and have peri-menopausal brain and trying to remember everything months later for the next book sucks donkey balls, lol. But I've been a long time fan of VT Do's super angsty and emotional stories with sweetly vulnerable heroines so I was willing to make an exception to my rule and I'm SO glad I did! Born in Depravity gave me all things I normally get with one of her reads but so much more! Definitely a bit darker than her usual stories, but not "dark" if that's what you're looking for. But Born in Depravity has kidnapping, revenge, some dubious consent, and a RH with some smoking hot Russians, lol.
Damian, Nikolay, and Mikhail all plan to use Catalina (and her body) as an instrument of revenge, but everything goes sideways for them when they start growing feelings and decide they want to "keep" her for their own. Super protective and possessive of their Mute Princess, I liked how the relationships developed between her and each of the men individually and at their own pace. Tons of chemistry between Catalina and all the men and the smexy times were super steamy. As far as the story itself, the storyline definitely held my interest. Tons of action, super intense, and a cliffy that will leave you panting for what's next. I haven't read a huge amount of reverse harems, but this was seriously my favorite one I've read by far! Completely blown away!
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Trope: RH, captive, revenge
Angst: 😱😱😱😱
Smexy: 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
Have to say up front that I hate trilogies. Like a lot. I'm 48 and have peri-menopausal brain and trying to remember everything months later for the next book sucks donkey balls, lol. But I've been a long time fan of VT Do's super angsty and emotional stories with sweetly vulnerable heroines so I was willing to make an exception to my rule and I'm SO glad I did! Born in Depravity gave me all things I normally get with one of her reads but so much more! Definitely a bit darker than her usual stories, but not "dark" if that's what you're looking for. But Born in Depravity has kidnapping, revenge, some dubious consent, and a RH with some smoking hot Russians, lol.
Damian, Nikolay, and Mikhail all plan to use Catalina (and her body) as an instrument of revenge, but everything goes sideways for them when they start growing feelings and decide they want to "keep" her for their own. Super protective and possessive of their Mute Princess, I liked how the relationships developed between her and each of the men individually and at their own pace. Tons of chemistry between Catalina and all the men and the smexy times were super steamy. As far as the story itself, the storyline definitely held my interest. Tons of action, super intense, and a cliffy that will leave you panting for what's next. I haven't read a huge amount of reverse harems, but this was seriously my favorite one I've read by far! Completely blown away!
⛔️ My bookshelves can sometimes contain spoilers
July 1, 2022
3.5 stars
A Bratva/ Mafia romance featuring a shy Catalina having selective mutism and three predatory antiheroes, Damien, Nikolay, and Mikhail, united in brotherhood. In a quest for retribution against Catalina’s father and an unknown figure from Damien’s past, the brotherhood decides to prey upon Catalina, until they find themselves drawn to her, protective of her, and decide to keep her instead.
In lots of respects I felt a willing captive. Who wouldn’t want to be captive of three protective, hot men, who become enthralled by you? Especially when one of them coddles you and is so sweet your ever wish is his to fulfill. This was Mikhail, and then his two brothers. Amid some intrigue of their dealings in the Bratva world and the guys’ motivation, there was lots of sexual tension and touching -- not so much spice, at least not until the end. However, it was thematically very repetitive, both in action and words. The same events transpiring day after day, alternating among the three characters. For instance the same encounters occurred at each visit by the antiheroes with Catalina, for weeks. Little transpired after the attention-grabbing beginning until the climatic end. I did enjoy some character growth, their affection, and understanding of the whys, but because of the repetition, the story progression faltered and felt drawn out.
The characters were all very likable though I would have enjoyed more complexity in their personalities. Catalina at 22 was sweet, sheltered, easily frightened characterized by her timidity and her wide, brown, doe eyes. She was given to crying a lot, babying, and feelings of intimidation. I could understand the reasons, but her tears, sobs, and cries were so frequent I became unaffected due their abundance over the course of the story. Damien, the Pakhan and oldest at 36, was controlled, aloof, and commanding; Nikolay, 30, explosive, model gorgeous with killer instinct and desires. Probably my favorite of the three. Then a loving Mikhail (32) was the most easy going of the three and greatest caregiver to Catalina. As the most nurturing, it was interesting that the story skewed toward the most dominating. I sort of expected more “rewards” for Mikhail.
Overall, a mildly entertaining storyline, the largest issue for me being the repetition, the outbursts of cries. I predicted the outcome - so not a terrible cliffhanger, and you will want to know what happens next. I would recommend the book as an accessible story for those liking a taste of mafia with some protective bad boys, a bit of violence, on the ivory side of dark. Good story for what it was, though I didn't find myself invested during the main portion of the story.
A Bratva/ Mafia romance featuring a shy Catalina having selective mutism and three predatory antiheroes, Damien, Nikolay, and Mikhail, united in brotherhood. In a quest for retribution against Catalina’s father and an unknown figure from Damien’s past, the brotherhood decides to prey upon Catalina, until they find themselves drawn to her, protective of her, and decide to keep her instead.
In lots of respects I felt a willing captive. Who wouldn’t want to be captive of three protective, hot men, who become enthralled by you? Especially when one of them coddles you and is so sweet your ever wish is his to fulfill. This was Mikhail, and then his two brothers. Amid some intrigue of their dealings in the Bratva world and the guys’ motivation, there was lots of sexual tension and touching -- not so much spice, at least not until the end. However, it was thematically very repetitive, both in action and words. The same events transpiring day after day, alternating among the three characters. For instance the same encounters occurred at each visit by the antiheroes with Catalina, for weeks. Little transpired after the attention-grabbing beginning until the climatic end. I did enjoy some character growth, their affection, and understanding of the whys, but because of the repetition, the story progression faltered and felt drawn out.
The characters were all very likable though I would have enjoyed more complexity in their personalities. Catalina at 22 was sweet, sheltered, easily frightened characterized by her timidity and her wide, brown, doe eyes. She was given to crying a lot, babying, and feelings of intimidation. I could understand the reasons, but her tears, sobs, and cries were so frequent I became unaffected due their abundance over the course of the story. Damien, the Pakhan and oldest at 36, was controlled, aloof, and commanding; Nikolay, 30, explosive, model gorgeous with killer instinct and desires. Probably my favorite of the three. Then a loving Mikhail (32) was the most easy going of the three and greatest caregiver to Catalina. As the most nurturing, it was interesting that the story skewed toward the most dominating. I sort of expected more “rewards” for Mikhail.
Overall, a mildly entertaining storyline, the largest issue for me being the repetition, the outbursts of cries. I predicted the outcome - so not a terrible cliffhanger, and you will want to know what happens next. I would recommend the book as an accessible story for those liking a taste of mafia with some protective bad boys, a bit of violence, on the ivory side of dark. Good story for what it was, though I didn't find myself invested during the main portion of the story.
August 25, 2023
Genre: Age-Gap, Bratva, Reverse Harem Romance
Series Type: Book 1 of Trilogy
Book Length: Novel
POV: Alternating
Setting: Mostly Arizona
Male MCs:, Damien Vasiliev is the Pakhan of the Vasiliev Bratva. He is cold, calculating and known as the Russian Psychopath. Damien is 36 and is heavily tattooed with dark hair, dark eyes, a dark beard and a scar running down his face.
Mikhail Volkov is Damien’s right-hand man. He is very tender and attentive and Catalina connects with him the easiest at first. Mikhail is 32 and has blond hair and blue eyes.
Nikolay Sokolov is the enforcer and most volatile of the group. He is obsessed with Catalina but holds back from her in the beginning. Nikolay is 30 and is extremely handsome with light chestnut brown hair and green eyes.
Female MC: Catalina Agnello is the abused and sheltered daughter of a vicious Mafia Don. She was traumatized by acts committed by her cruel father when she was only 9 years old and stopped speaking as a result. She is now known as the Mute Princess. After Catalina finds out her father is going to sell her off into marriage, she escapes from her home only to land right into the arms of 3 very dangerous and obsessed men. Catalina is 22 and has brown hair and brown eyes.
Endearment: Pet, Princess, Baby and some Russian ones
Spice Level: Medium/High
Frequency of Spice: Medium
Angst Level: Low
Cliffhanger: Yes
My Review: Reverse Harems are not usually my favorite trope, but I adore the writing style of the author so I wanted to give this trilogy a try. I am pleasantly surprised how much I’m enjoying this story. I feel like I’m getting to know each MC and I’m feeling a connection between Catalina and her Bratva men. I love how crazy possessive they all are for their beautiful captive and how protective and caring they are with her as well. The spice is good and hopefully gets more intense as the trilogy progresses. Catalina is still very shy but I’m looking forward to her strength and courage growing as she settles in with her wickedly dangerous men.
Series Type: Book 1 of Trilogy
Book Length: Novel
POV: Alternating
Setting: Mostly Arizona
Male MCs:, Damien Vasiliev is the Pakhan of the Vasiliev Bratva. He is cold, calculating and known as the Russian Psychopath. Damien is 36 and is heavily tattooed with dark hair, dark eyes, a dark beard and a scar running down his face.
Mikhail Volkov is Damien’s right-hand man. He is very tender and attentive and Catalina connects with him the easiest at first. Mikhail is 32 and has blond hair and blue eyes.
Nikolay Sokolov is the enforcer and most volatile of the group. He is obsessed with Catalina but holds back from her in the beginning. Nikolay is 30 and is extremely handsome with light chestnut brown hair and green eyes.
Female MC: Catalina Agnello is the abused and sheltered daughter of a vicious Mafia Don. She was traumatized by acts committed by her cruel father when she was only 9 years old and stopped speaking as a result. She is now known as the Mute Princess. After Catalina finds out her father is going to sell her off into marriage, she escapes from her home only to land right into the arms of 3 very dangerous and obsessed men. Catalina is 22 and has brown hair and brown eyes.
Endearment: Pet, Princess, Baby and some Russian ones
Spice Level: Medium/High
Frequency of Spice: Medium
Angst Level: Low
Cliffhanger: Yes
My Review: Reverse Harems are not usually my favorite trope, but I adore the writing style of the author so I wanted to give this trilogy a try. I am pleasantly surprised how much I’m enjoying this story. I feel like I’m getting to know each MC and I’m feeling a connection between Catalina and her Bratva men. I love how crazy possessive they all are for their beautiful captive and how protective and caring they are with her as well. The spice is good and hopefully gets more intense as the trilogy progresses. Catalina is still very shy but I’m looking forward to her strength and courage growing as she settles in with her wickedly dangerous men.
September 11, 2024
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June 29, 2022
Born in Depravity
is the first book from author V.T. Do's
Men of Wrath
series. And also happens to be my second read by the author.
The story is told through the multiple POVs of Catalina Agnello and Damien Vasiliev, Mikhail Volkov and Nikolay Sokolov.
Mute Princess Catalina may have lived a sheltered life, but behind closed door it wasn't all that it was cracked up to be courtesy of her ruthless father.
When she is given a chance of freedom, she takes it however it is short lived when she becomes a prisoner of three new monsters Damien, Mikhail and Nikolay aka Bratva’s Brotherhood. All of whom want to use her for revenge on her father.
Yet it isn’t long before things start to change between them all. With feelings getting involved, causing dynamics to change what will become of their plans.
While the narrative was made up of different elements, there were 3 main that stood out. Which IMO helped to create a somewhat solid storyline overall.
The first was the many situations and events that took place within the story. Considering it was set in a Bratva/Mafia world, it’s what led there to being some drama that eventually paved the way to thrilling action taking place. But that was obvious and expected given the rivalry between the gangs.
The second part, which happened to be the biggest IMO was the constantly ever growing build up of a lot of sexual tension. Something that also wasn’t surprising, since with all the time Catalina spent in forced proximity with each of the guys. It was bound to steer towards relations being formed.
Which of course eventually led to some steamy activities taking place that was super Hot and Fiery, but that was a given considering the heated desires that couldn’t be ignored.
The third was the character development, though a little on the smaller side compared to the other two. Mostly because the story was shown through Catalina’s perspective. However we were still able to get a glimpse into the Damien, Mikhail and Nikolay too with their individual personalities shining through, particularly within the chapters told through their perspective. Especially since it allowed us to differentiate between them.
Personally Mikhail stood out the most to me, but that could be because he ended up being my favourite! Though weirdly enough before even reading the book, something told me he would end up being my favourite regardless.
Unfortunately there were a few issues that couldn’t be overlooked IMO.
In the very beginning there were a few times where some small select moments had me questioning the story. And whether it would past, allowing me to continue on, since it just wasn’t fully clicking for me for some reason. But like an occasional bump in the road, it was just temporary. Considering it eventually passed, allowing me to move forward.
However there was the issue of repetitiveness, not only when it came to words, but also action too within certain activities. An issue that stuck with me throughout.
It honestly had you feeling like you were going around in circles with feeling like you were reading the same thing over and over again. Which at that point had me questioning whether the story would change, pick up and progress forward. Or just continue on with more repetitiveness.
Overall, Born in Depravity was a good read, having still enjoyed it regardless of my issues.
In fact V.T. Do still has me looking forward to the second book in Men of Wrath series. Can’t wait to see how Catalina, Damien, Mikhail and Nikolay’s story will play out, especially given the cliffhanger ending.
*I received an ARC in exchange for an honest review.
The story is told through the multiple POVs of Catalina Agnello and Damien Vasiliev, Mikhail Volkov and Nikolay Sokolov.
Mute Princess Catalina may have lived a sheltered life, but behind closed door it wasn't all that it was cracked up to be courtesy of her ruthless father.
When she is given a chance of freedom, she takes it however it is short lived when she becomes a prisoner of three new monsters Damien, Mikhail and Nikolay aka Bratva’s Brotherhood. All of whom want to use her for revenge on her father.
Yet it isn’t long before things start to change between them all. With feelings getting involved, causing dynamics to change what will become of their plans.
While the narrative was made up of different elements, there were 3 main that stood out. Which IMO helped to create a somewhat solid storyline overall.
The first was the many situations and events that took place within the story. Considering it was set in a Bratva/Mafia world, it’s what led there to being some drama that eventually paved the way to thrilling action taking place. But that was obvious and expected given the rivalry between the gangs.
The second part, which happened to be the biggest IMO was the constantly ever growing build up of a lot of sexual tension. Something that also wasn’t surprising, since with all the time Catalina spent in forced proximity with each of the guys. It was bound to steer towards relations being formed.
Which of course eventually led to some steamy activities taking place that was super Hot and Fiery, but that was a given considering the heated desires that couldn’t be ignored.
The third was the character development, though a little on the smaller side compared to the other two. Mostly because the story was shown through Catalina’s perspective. However we were still able to get a glimpse into the Damien, Mikhail and Nikolay too with their individual personalities shining through, particularly within the chapters told through their perspective. Especially since it allowed us to differentiate between them.
Personally Mikhail stood out the most to me, but that could be because he ended up being my favourite! Though weirdly enough before even reading the book, something told me he would end up being my favourite regardless.
Unfortunately there were a few issues that couldn’t be overlooked IMO.
In the very beginning there were a few times where some small select moments had me questioning the story. And whether it would past, allowing me to continue on, since it just wasn’t fully clicking for me for some reason. But like an occasional bump in the road, it was just temporary. Considering it eventually passed, allowing me to move forward.
However there was the issue of repetitiveness, not only when it came to words, but also action too within certain activities. An issue that stuck with me throughout.
It honestly had you feeling like you were going around in circles with feeling like you were reading the same thing over and over again. Which at that point had me questioning whether the story would change, pick up and progress forward. Or just continue on with more repetitiveness.
Overall, Born in Depravity was a good read, having still enjoyed it regardless of my issues.
In fact V.T. Do still has me looking forward to the second book in Men of Wrath series. Can’t wait to see how Catalina, Damien, Mikhail and Nikolay’s story will play out, especially given the cliffhanger ending.
*I received an ARC in exchange for an honest review.
June 30, 2022
This book is powerful and excellent
Catalina grew up sheltered and not loved but abused. When she was young she saw something that made her stop talking. Her father was in the mafia and told her the that he was going to arrange a marriage for her. Roberto was always kind to her and helps her escape. She is headed to California when three men kidnap her. Mikhail Volkov, Damien Vasiliev, and Nikolay Sokolov of the Russia mafia want to use her against her father , but they are fascinated and attracted to her. Great characters and storyline Highly recommended Amazing Book. Check triggers warning and this book ends on a cliffhanger. I literally read it in one day couldn’t put it down. Love character development.
Catalina grew up sheltered and not loved but abused. When she was young she saw something that made her stop talking. Her father was in the mafia and told her the that he was going to arrange a marriage for her. Roberto was always kind to her and helps her escape. She is headed to California when three men kidnap her. Mikhail Volkov, Damien Vasiliev, and Nikolay Sokolov of the Russia mafia want to use her against her father , but they are fascinated and attracted to her. Great characters and storyline Highly recommended Amazing Book. Check triggers warning and this book ends on a cliffhanger. I literally read it in one day couldn’t put it down. Love character development.
July 6, 2022
WOW! This story was an emotional rollercoaster ride that kept me glued to the pages wanting to know exactly what was going to happen throughout. It was thrilling, entertaining, dark and sexy.
The story is definitely a delicious RH mafia romance with noncon/dubcon and Stockholm syndrome moments that won’t be for everyone, but I absolutely loved it. I couldn’t read it fast enough and then when I got the extremely intense and explosive ending, I wanted it to keep going on. I needed all the answers, but it looks like I must wait until the next book to find out what is going to happen now.
Really well written mafia story with vile, corrupt and unhinged characters and with a storyline that is dark, gritty, twisted, violent, bloody and so damn steamy that it will melt the panties right off you.
The story is definitely a delicious RH mafia romance with noncon/dubcon and Stockholm syndrome moments that won’t be for everyone, but I absolutely loved it. I couldn’t read it fast enough and then when I got the extremely intense and explosive ending, I wanted it to keep going on. I needed all the answers, but it looks like I must wait until the next book to find out what is going to happen now.
Really well written mafia story with vile, corrupt and unhinged characters and with a storyline that is dark, gritty, twisted, violent, bloody and so damn steamy that it will melt the panties right off you.
July 1, 2022
"I wanted this monster to be mine."
Oh my. This is going in my top reads of 2022.
In this book we have Catalina, our Mute Princess, and her three men- Damien, Mikhail, and Nikolay. The three of them are her bomb, monster, and psychopath. They kidnap her from her abusive, overprotective father and for the majority of the book she doesn't know why. That doesn't stop her from falling for them, though.
"I'd traded one cage for another. One monster for three. Only, I didn't know what they wanted with me."
The mystery and suspense elements were intense!! This is a very angst-ridden and emotional read but it's worth it! Each of the men were so different but genuinely fall for Catalina.
"I craved Mikhail's affection, Damien's protection, and even Nikolay's excitement. I craved them all."
This book completely entranced me. I couldn't put it down. It's dark but there's some super sweet elements to it that make your heart melt. It does end on a pretty intense cliffhanger… which I surprisingly didn't mind, because I enjoyed reading this so much.
Tropes: virgin heroine, RH, captive, forced proximity, dubcon
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
Oh my. This is going in my top reads of 2022.
In this book we have Catalina, our Mute Princess, and her three men- Damien, Mikhail, and Nikolay. The three of them are her bomb, monster, and psychopath. They kidnap her from her abusive, overprotective father and for the majority of the book she doesn't know why. That doesn't stop her from falling for them, though.
"I'd traded one cage for another. One monster for three. Only, I didn't know what they wanted with me."
The mystery and suspense elements were intense!! This is a very angst-ridden and emotional read but it's worth it! Each of the men were so different but genuinely fall for Catalina.
"I craved Mikhail's affection, Damien's protection, and even Nikolay's excitement. I craved them all."
This book completely entranced me. I couldn't put it down. It's dark but there's some super sweet elements to it that make your heart melt. It does end on a pretty intense cliffhanger… which I surprisingly didn't mind, because I enjoyed reading this so much.
Tropes: virgin heroine, RH, captive, forced proximity, dubcon
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
June 27, 2022
When I think about V.T. Do’s books, I’ve in my mind an age gap, taboo, soulful, passionate and sensitive ones. The ones I can lose myself in, cry and laugh and let everything go.
Her upcoming release has all the above boxes checked, plus new additions: it’s slightly darker and reverse harem. As I’m still fairly new to RH and it’s not a genre I would always choose, I’ve to say V.T. Do done her magic and I was completely absorbed by Born in Depravity from the start to finish.
Catalina, Mute Princess, lived her life sheltered, in hell created by her own father. When finally she thought she escaped to find freedom, she got captured by Bratva’s brotherhood: Damien, Mikhail and Nikolay. Initially they meant to use her in revenge on her father, but quickly shy and sweet Catalina wins each of their hearts, and they become possessive and overprotective of her. There is a lot of sensual tension between the four of them, everything happening slowly and gradually, preparing Catalina for the next step. Which I hope will develop deeper and more intensely, affectionately in the next book, as this one ends with a massive cliffhanger.
I really liked the storyline and characters' personalities, individualities. The way they interact with each other, all differentiation. I’m really curious how the story will evolve and what effect all four will have on each other, their emotions and actions.
June 25, 2022
V.T Do is my one to go author that I read anything that she write. I hase the opportunity to receive ARC that I develope in one breath and make me breathless with the new characters that I get to meet.
Damien Vasiliev, Mikhail Volkov, and Nikolay Sokolov are definitely boiling combinations that will burn everyone alive,and who live for they revenge that both desire so much.
But unfortunately they wasn’t not expected the key to they're revenge will totally lure them and make them absolutely obsessed with her.
Our Mute Princess that captive this men is totally sheltered girl ,who live in completely hell . When she finally thought she had slipped out of the clutches of the monster in her life,she was captured by other tre one and to her surprise this men was not what she expected.
The storyline was so interesting that make me so crave every page and to get to know what is going to happen next,and when it was so interesting it ends in the most interesting moment ever that left me breathless.
Now I'm so impatient to comes book 2 and to find what is going yo happen next
Damien Vasiliev, Mikhail Volkov, and Nikolay Sokolov are definitely boiling combinations that will burn everyone alive,and who live for they revenge that both desire so much.
But unfortunately they wasn’t not expected the key to they're revenge will totally lure them and make them absolutely obsessed with her.
Our Mute Princess that captive this men is totally sheltered girl ,who live in completely hell . When she finally thought she had slipped out of the clutches of the monster in her life,she was captured by other tre one and to her surprise this men was not what she expected.
The storyline was so interesting that make me so crave every page and to get to know what is going to happen next,and when it was so interesting it ends in the most interesting moment ever that left me breathless.
Now I'm so impatient to comes book 2 and to find what is going yo happen next
July 19, 2022
It pains me to say this but this book just wasn't for me. The writing was strong and flowed well and there were no noticeable errors so it was easy to be immersed into this story. However, some parts felt very repetitive and dragged; this may be because the majority of the book is Catalina being forced to stay in one room or another, either by her father or her new captives (the MMCs). I think the main reasons I disliked this book were a matter of personal opinion so take these criticisms as you will.
First, this book is a classic example of Stockholm Syndrome. Around 24% when there has been absolutely no trust or connection made between Catalina and the guys, one of them SA's her and forces her to orgasm. This is swept under the rug because her body liked it therefore she must've been okay with it on a fundamental level, even if she doesn't realize it *eye roll*. They continue to sexualize her and abuse her body and mind throughout the book, laying the groundwork for a classic case of Stockholm Syndrome. Of course her father wanted her to remain a virgin to be able to land a lucrative arranged marriage for her and so her being a virgin is discussed frequently in her head. One of the TW for this is dubcon but I would definitely argue that it starts with noncon and then leads up to dubcon later on. The first interaction is absolutely SA. Catalina is scared, confused, and has been recently kidnapped by these strangers. Just because they are hot doesn't make it okay.
The majority of this book is Catalina being held "captive" in a strangers house they are visiting and the men take turns visiting her and staying the night with her. We get some chapters in their POV but they are infrequent and don't tell us anything about WHY they are at this house and what their purpose is. That said, the plot during this portion is just continuing to force Catalina into having orgasms under the guise of gaining her trust. This is where things get very repetitive.
A HUGE part of this storyline is that Catalina is mute by choice because of a traumatic event in her past... when she finally speaks to one of the men, we are given something like "I whisper him my story and tell him about x, y, and z" instead of getting her actual dialogue. I think for something that is such a huge plot point, hearing her words and her first real conversation with the men would've been monumental. It was disappointing that it was withheld.
Around 70% we finally find out the true reason we are at the house and things start to move along. At one point, Catalina is collared and leashed (literally) and brought down to a dinner where other women are collared and forced to kneel next to the men they are with and hand-fed like pets. They say to trust them and to do as they say so they can keep up this ruse that she is their pet and nothing more. I can't think of any reason why the guys brought Catalina down for this when they had been adamant about keeping her in her room. She ends up seeing someone from her past who could recognize her but they don't know this so it's just a plot device to further the story and leads to a confrontation.
Then she's brought back up to the room... more back and forth between Catalina and the guys ensue... it gets to a point where at 90%, they tell Catalina that they are all going to go out to dinner and she squeals in excitement. That should tell you how much of this book she spends in a room confined. And you'd think that with all that time spent together they would have built an unbreakable bond, but it's all very shallow and confusing for Catalina, until of course she admits to herself that she's in love with them. Yawn.
The spice (once you get past the SA and she acknowledges her desire) is pretty hot and the dirty talk is great. These were definitely some of my favorite parts of the book. But if you were to take out the spice/steam and the repetitiveness, this book would fall apart. It ends on a cliffhanger but I didn't realize that at first because the epilogue made it seem like a tragedy, not a setup for book 2. I could go on about my critiques of the men and their characters but I think at that point I'd just be venting. This definitely had some promise and I hope book 2 is better and has more action, connection between Catalina and the men, and overall plot.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
First, this book is a classic example of Stockholm Syndrome. Around 24% when there has been absolutely no trust or connection made between Catalina and the guys, one of them SA's her and forces her to orgasm. This is swept under the rug because her body liked it therefore she must've been okay with it on a fundamental level, even if she doesn't realize it *eye roll*. They continue to sexualize her and abuse her body and mind throughout the book, laying the groundwork for a classic case of Stockholm Syndrome. Of course her father wanted her to remain a virgin to be able to land a lucrative arranged marriage for her and so her being a virgin is discussed frequently in her head. One of the TW for this is dubcon but I would definitely argue that it starts with noncon and then leads up to dubcon later on. The first interaction is absolutely SA. Catalina is scared, confused, and has been recently kidnapped by these strangers. Just because they are hot doesn't make it okay.
The majority of this book is Catalina being held "captive" in a strangers house they are visiting and the men take turns visiting her and staying the night with her. We get some chapters in their POV but they are infrequent and don't tell us anything about WHY they are at this house and what their purpose is. That said, the plot during this portion is just continuing to force Catalina into having orgasms under the guise of gaining her trust. This is where things get very repetitive.
A HUGE part of this storyline is that Catalina is mute by choice because of a traumatic event in her past... when she finally speaks to one of the men, we are given something like "I whisper him my story and tell him about x, y, and z" instead of getting her actual dialogue. I think for something that is such a huge plot point, hearing her words and her first real conversation with the men would've been monumental. It was disappointing that it was withheld.
Around 70% we finally find out the true reason we are at the house and things start to move along. At one point, Catalina is collared and leashed (literally) and brought down to a dinner where other women are collared and forced to kneel next to the men they are with and hand-fed like pets. They say to trust them and to do as they say so they can keep up this ruse that she is their pet and nothing more. I can't think of any reason why the guys brought Catalina down for this when they had been adamant about keeping her in her room. She ends up seeing someone from her past who could recognize her but they don't know this so it's just a plot device to further the story and leads to a confrontation.
Then she's brought back up to the room... more back and forth between Catalina and the guys ensue... it gets to a point where at 90%, they tell Catalina that they are all going to go out to dinner and she squeals in excitement. That should tell you how much of this book she spends in a room confined. And you'd think that with all that time spent together they would have built an unbreakable bond, but it's all very shallow and confusing for Catalina, until of course she admits to herself that she's in love with them. Yawn.
The spice (once you get past the SA and she acknowledges her desire) is pretty hot and the dirty talk is great. These were definitely some of my favorite parts of the book. But if you were to take out the spice/steam and the repetitiveness, this book would fall apart. It ends on a cliffhanger but I didn't realize that at first because the epilogue made it seem like a tragedy, not a setup for book 2. I could go on about my critiques of the men and their characters but I think at that point I'd just be venting. This definitely had some promise and I hope book 2 is better and has more action, connection between Catalina and the men, and overall plot.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
May 12, 2024
It has potential, but it's definitely lacking. The writing feels... lacking. There's a lot of repeated phrases and the same internal monologue over and over. For it to be a dark, gritty, mafia story, there's not a lot of depth. Lots of telling, no showing. Why should I think the guys are big bad Russian mafia when my only perspective is Catalina being scared?
It's hard to buy into the romance. On Catalina's perspective, it's very Stockholm Syndrome. She really has no reason to like these guys, let alone love them. Traitorous body syndrome dominates her personality about halfway through. She has no personality otherwise; no passion or hobbies. Painfully ignorant and sheltered for her age.
The guys are kind of insta-lovey? maybe insta-obsession is better. But again, there's no reason for them to like Catalina with her doormat personality. And while they don't rape her, they definitely cross lines with SA. Hard to reconcile them being anti-heros later when that's how we start, no matter their torture background.
It's definitely steamy, but I would call in non-con or dub-con until maybe the last few chapters. I know that's a no-go for many.
It's hard to buy into the romance. On Catalina's perspective, it's very Stockholm Syndrome. She really has no reason to like these guys, let alone love them. Traitorous body syndrome dominates her personality about halfway through. She has no personality otherwise; no passion or hobbies. Painfully ignorant and sheltered for her age.
The guys are kind of insta-lovey? maybe insta-obsession is better. But again, there's no reason for them to like Catalina with her doormat personality. And while they don't rape her, they definitely cross lines with SA. Hard to reconcile them being anti-heros later when that's how we start, no matter their torture background.
It's definitely steamy, but I would call in non-con or dub-con until maybe the last few chapters. I know that's a no-go for many.
June 25, 2023
OK I get that reading is a fiction and that things aren't necessarily white and black when it comes to writing a fantasy/fictional story but come on now... there's no way she was so sheltered but didn't know how she felt when she got tingly (if you know what I mean). By her own words all she done was watch TV and read. So how did she not know what feelings the guys were invoking in her. I tried really hard to like the book and to continue on reading after that annoying start. But our fmc is just way way wayyyy to child like and just weak. I've experienced trauma I get that everyone reacts differently and all but she would still have thoughts of disobeying or getting irritated but the author wrote it as though the fmc just sits around and doesn't believe she can do anything. It happens but even then there's alway a little part of a person that wants more for themselves but she's written as though there's no such thoughts. Idk it just wasn't for me, I didn't get past page 90.
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July 11, 2022
lord have mercy
This book was awesome! Poor Catalina had a rough childhood and most of her adulthood at the hands of her own father. I honestly don’t know how she did it when all those things that occurred to her would have broken most people . She is truly a strong person. Then being taken by Russian bratva but who would have thought that things would be different . Now the ending I can’t wait to see what happens in the next book cause the cliff hanger is killing me . Mind trigger warnings and enjoy!
This book was awesome! Poor Catalina had a rough childhood and most of her adulthood at the hands of her own father. I honestly don’t know how she did it when all those things that occurred to her would have broken most people . She is truly a strong person. Then being taken by Russian bratva but who would have thought that things would be different . Now the ending I can’t wait to see what happens in the next book cause the cliff hanger is killing me . Mind trigger warnings and enjoy!
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July 7, 2022
This book is what it describes itself to be. Take heed of the trigger warning: “Trigger Warning: Depict violence, mature themes, explicit scenes, and dubious consent. Reader discretion is advised.”
I’ll be honest, I’ve grown so weary of the damsels and innocents being abused as storylines. Like authors think the more abuse and misery a MFC endures the more the readers will sympathize with her, and that’s not always what happens. It’s seems it’s just to hard for some authors to write a strong female character that can stand toe to toe with the dark mafia guys. That is not entirely the fault of the author though, it is a genre that a lot of other readers don’t mind.
I did not feel that there were any significant errors in the story, or anything more than my own personal feelings on MFC, therefore I see no reason to rate this book less than any other that was written well and had only personal gripes with.
I would really enjoy seeing more strong MFC and less damsels. I stopped liking Cinderella and Sleeping Beauty when Arielle and Mulan came out and doubly so with Merida. Though Jasmine does get an honorable mention.
5 ⭐️s= Perfect story, exciting, engrossing, well developed complex characters, solid plot with few to no holes, descriptive environments and place settings, great mystery elements, realistic dialogue, believable reactions and behaviors, loved this story so much I’d buy it.
4 ⭐️s= Great story, highly entertaining and enjoyable, exciting storyline, well developed characters and settings, a few discrepancies but nothing that can’t be overlooked. Believable actions and reactions, realistic dialogue, a book I would consider buying.
3 ⭐️s= Good but not great story, noticeable discrepancies, grammatical and or spelling errors, undeveloped characters or unbelievable behaviors but still readable. Nothing majorly wrong with the story, just not interesting enough for me to continue. Would not buy the book.
2 ⭐️s= Not offended by the story, but not interested enough to finish. Unbelievable characters, poor writing, many mistakes, big holes or discrepancies, many spelling or grammatical errors, characters not believable, unlikeable or TSTL.
1 ⭐️= Offensive, extremely poor writing, horrible characters, victimization, gaslighting, blatant abuse, unnecessary violence, child endangerment, or any other highly objectionable behaviors by Main characters. Would never buy this book, and do not recommend it to anyone.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I’ll be honest, I’ve grown so weary of the damsels and innocents being abused as storylines. Like authors think the more abuse and misery a MFC endures the more the readers will sympathize with her, and that’s not always what happens. It’s seems it’s just to hard for some authors to write a strong female character that can stand toe to toe with the dark mafia guys. That is not entirely the fault of the author though, it is a genre that a lot of other readers don’t mind.
I did not feel that there were any significant errors in the story, or anything more than my own personal feelings on MFC, therefore I see no reason to rate this book less than any other that was written well and had only personal gripes with.
I would really enjoy seeing more strong MFC and less damsels. I stopped liking Cinderella and Sleeping Beauty when Arielle and Mulan came out and doubly so with Merida. Though Jasmine does get an honorable mention.
5 ⭐️s= Perfect story, exciting, engrossing, well developed complex characters, solid plot with few to no holes, descriptive environments and place settings, great mystery elements, realistic dialogue, believable reactions and behaviors, loved this story so much I’d buy it.
4 ⭐️s= Great story, highly entertaining and enjoyable, exciting storyline, well developed characters and settings, a few discrepancies but nothing that can’t be overlooked. Believable actions and reactions, realistic dialogue, a book I would consider buying.
3 ⭐️s= Good but not great story, noticeable discrepancies, grammatical and or spelling errors, undeveloped characters or unbelievable behaviors but still readable. Nothing majorly wrong with the story, just not interesting enough for me to continue. Would not buy the book.
2 ⭐️s= Not offended by the story, but not interested enough to finish. Unbelievable characters, poor writing, many mistakes, big holes or discrepancies, many spelling or grammatical errors, characters not believable, unlikeable or TSTL.
1 ⭐️= Offensive, extremely poor writing, horrible characters, victimization, gaslighting, blatant abuse, unnecessary violence, child endangerment, or any other highly objectionable behaviors by Main characters. Would never buy this book, and do not recommend it to anyone.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
June 30, 2022
She was born into a world of blood and chaos. When her father decided that he finally found the perfect man to marry her off to, she managed to escape. What she didn’t realise was three other monsters were after her.
They wanted revenge for the man who ruined their lives and was a better way to do it than take away his daughter. They thought her pain and tears won’t make a difference but she got to them. She got under their skins and now she was theirs.
Damien, Nikolay, and Mikhail will do anything to keep her.
This is book one in the Men of Wrath Series. It’s a mafia, dark, reverse harem romance with a lot of triggering subjects. Three men trying to get revenge by taking the mute princess as a pawn. It also ends with a cliffhanger that’ll leave you wanting more.
It felt like there were a few holes in this story. Like right before she escapes, her father beat her, but when she was stripped naked she had no bruises on her? And her lip was bleeding, so that too should’ve left a scar. It seemed like every time she would get hurt, her body didn’t show the marks. It’s probably just me wishing for a who-hurt-you moment, but her not showing any scars made it feel like something was missing.
I loved how the three men had different personalities. What one didn’t have the other did, that made this reverse harem enjoyable to me. If it was only one, I don’t believe it would’ve worked out for Catalina. The way this story was going at the beginning, I thought it would be a straight answer to why they wanted to revenge, but as the story moved forward, other plots kept peeking out and it was interesting to see how it’ll unfold. This book had me questioning a lot. This wasn’t the first V.T. Do book I’ve read, but it is the first dark romance book of hers that I’ve picked up. The heat level was high, so beware… it will make you blush.
The next part of their story is something I would love to read. I want answers to many questions and I have a feeling it’ll be worth the wait.
July 11, 2022
This is the first book I've read by V.T. Do but will not be the last. Born in Depravity ia the first book in the Men of Wrath trilogy. Catalina is a crime boss's daughter and is called the "Mute Princess". Her monster of a father killed her mother in front of her when she was a child. She escapes his home that is her prison, but is caught by Mickhail, Damien, and Nikolay from the Vasiliev Bratva. They hope to use her to enact revenge against her father by using her, but they find themselves entranced with Catalina. The book is well paced, sizzling, steamy, action packed, some drama, twists, and turns. It ends with cliffy so be ready, but all 3 books will be available on Kindle Unlimited. Great start.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
June 29, 2022
What an intense ride this book brought! This is the first book I've read by V.T. Do but will definitely not be the last. I found this book to be all-consuming - Bratva, Mafia, reverse harem, captivity, revenge... I found myself rooting for our sweet FMC throughout...
Catalina, the silent princess earned her name as she chose not to speak after witnessing a horrific event perpetrated by her father. While her father refers to her as his "greatest treasure," we know he really thinks of her as a way to further line his pockets. He's kept her locked up her whole life... only waiting to marry her off to the highest bidder. The day before the wedding, she escapes. Innocent and naive, she doesn't make it very far...
Damien, Nikolay, and Mikhail, brothers by choose, head the Vasiliev Bratva and plan to pursue an old vendetta against Catalina's father. Taking her was their ultimate revenge, but they didn't plan for the feelings that grew upon her capture...
Will Catalina be a casualty of revenge? or will she find happiness in her new life?
I loved seeing Catalina's evolution - she matured from a shy, sheltered, withdrawn girl to having strength and believing in herself. She turned a potentially terrible situation into something positive... I also loved the "touch her and die" vibes from the guys. Although they're not certain of their feelings toward her at first, they're possesiveness keeps her safe. The slow build of the relationships between each was incredible.
As book 1 of a series, I expected a cliffhanger, but this one got me... ugh, it hurt... really looking forward to what comes next!
Catalina, the silent princess earned her name as she chose not to speak after witnessing a horrific event perpetrated by her father. While her father refers to her as his "greatest treasure," we know he really thinks of her as a way to further line his pockets. He's kept her locked up her whole life... only waiting to marry her off to the highest bidder. The day before the wedding, she escapes. Innocent and naive, she doesn't make it very far...
Damien, Nikolay, and Mikhail, brothers by choose, head the Vasiliev Bratva and plan to pursue an old vendetta against Catalina's father. Taking her was their ultimate revenge, but they didn't plan for the feelings that grew upon her capture...
Will Catalina be a casualty of revenge? or will she find happiness in her new life?
I loved seeing Catalina's evolution - she matured from a shy, sheltered, withdrawn girl to having strength and believing in herself. She turned a potentially terrible situation into something positive... I also loved the "touch her and die" vibes from the guys. Although they're not certain of their feelings toward her at first, they're possesiveness keeps her safe. The slow build of the relationships between each was incredible.
As book 1 of a series, I expected a cliffhanger, but this one got me... ugh, it hurt... really looking forward to what comes next!
July 11, 2022
This was deliciously dark romance. Going from one captivity to the next wasn't what Catalina wanted but such is life to her. However her new owners if you will want to use her for revenge but things don't go to plan when they start to fall for Catalina. If you love dark romance you definitely need to try this book for sure.
June 27, 2022
I really like the author, the way she writes and all of her books till this one.
I was so excited when I found out she will write a darker book because if you all of the books I usually read dark and questionable tropes are one of my favs.
I just couldn't click with this one. It wasn't bad and I will continue to support the author but I think she could do a lot better and hope she will in her next books.
I just missed the "why" of everything and it just kind of made the whole book and insta lust kind of book. I mean, they see her the first time and they are immediately changed, feel something unique and act completely different then usual. Why? Because she gives the naive innocent vibe? Yeah but why does that attract them? Why would they change their usual ways (Damien)? Why everything basically?
I think because of it I just couldn't connect with the book.
Another thing I didn't like is the dubious consent. I read and liked a lot of books where consent isnt given at all and the books are borderline crazy but there is still some chemistry and the heroines are usually questioning why are they enjoying or not some stuff
This was just groping for me. She often thought they are disgusting. Some of the stuff she didn't enjoy at all. She was scared so much of being raped all the time and there was not an ounce of desire till the last chapters (where she realizes she wants them but only because they don't beat her up and are actually nice to her)
I still will give this book 4 stars and continue to support the author nonetheless because I genuinely like the authors writing and books and think this was just something new she tried.
I was so excited when I found out she will write a darker book because if you all of the books I usually read dark and questionable tropes are one of my favs.
I just couldn't click with this one. It wasn't bad and I will continue to support the author but I think she could do a lot better and hope she will in her next books.
I just missed the "why" of everything and it just kind of made the whole book and insta lust kind of book. I mean, they see her the first time and they are immediately changed, feel something unique and act completely different then usual. Why? Because she gives the naive innocent vibe? Yeah but why does that attract them? Why would they change their usual ways (Damien)? Why everything basically?
I think because of it I just couldn't connect with the book.
Another thing I didn't like is the dubious consent. I read and liked a lot of books where consent isnt given at all and the books are borderline crazy but there is still some chemistry and the heroines are usually questioning why are they enjoying or not some stuff
This was just groping for me. She often thought they are disgusting. Some of the stuff she didn't enjoy at all. She was scared so much of being raped all the time and there was not an ounce of desire till the last chapters (where she realizes she wants them but only because they don't beat her up and are actually nice to her)
I still will give this book 4 stars and continue to support the author nonetheless because I genuinely like the authors writing and books and think this was just something new she tried.
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July 8, 2022
I'm in love. Plainly spoken I really loved the book. It was a real page turner and I just couldn't put it down. The characters are beautifully created and I am so much looking forward to the next book in the series!
Be advised there is a lot of violence in the story, so if you don't like that this book is not for you. But if you, like me, don't mind that and love reverse harem and mafia romance then get this book immediately! I can absolutely recommend it. It's truly a masterpiece.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
Be advised there is a lot of violence in the story, so if you don't like that this book is not for you. But if you, like me, don't mind that and love reverse harem and mafia romance then get this book immediately! I can absolutely recommend it. It's truly a masterpiece.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
July 6, 2022
5 STARS for Born into Depravity
Book 1 Men of Wrath
Author is new for me V.T. Do
I almost did not think this book was something I would like based on the ménage setting but I was immediately pulled in …
Great cover and book blurb
Four main characters in Catalina , Damien , Mikhail and Nikolay
Mafia setting
This is not a standalone
Catalina is an amazing heroine growing into her power after being made to feel powerless for so long by her abusive father
Edge of your seat - awesome storyline
Can’t wait for Book 2
Great read had me on the edge of my seat.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Book 1 Men of Wrath
Author is new for me V.T. Do
I almost did not think this book was something I would like based on the ménage setting but I was immediately pulled in …
Great cover and book blurb
Four main characters in Catalina , Damien , Mikhail and Nikolay
Mafia setting
This is not a standalone
Catalina is an amazing heroine growing into her power after being made to feel powerless for so long by her abusive father
Edge of your seat - awesome storyline
Can’t wait for Book 2
Great read had me on the edge of my seat.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
July 10, 2022
So this is definitely a slow burn book! But once you get about 30% in it gets really good! And the cliff hanger of an ending ugh! But Damian, Nikolay, and Mikhail will have you wishing they were real life men! This had great character development especially with Catalina!
July 27, 2022
OBSESSED!!
Omg this was phenomenal!!! I have read ALL of V.T. Books and this one JUST might be my fav! If you love possessive mafia men this book is for you! I loved how each of the 3 men were different and had so much to offer…. Catalina won my heart as well!!! I just felt for her the whole time. This is RH done right and I can’t WAIT for the next ones
Omg this was phenomenal!!! I have read ALL of V.T. Books and this one JUST might be my fav! If you love possessive mafia men this book is for you! I loved how each of the 3 men were different and had so much to offer…. Catalina won my heart as well!!! I just felt for her the whole time. This is RH done right and I can’t WAIT for the next ones
August 14, 2022
💜💜
So good!! I just discovered your work! I'm absolutely obsessed!! Can't wait for the 3rd book!! Waiting on pins and needles!
So good!! I just discovered your work! I'm absolutely obsessed!! Can't wait for the 3rd book!! Waiting on pins and needles!
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October 26, 2022Dnf@69%
Literally nothing is happening, and it is getting so repetitive, I am bored out of my fucking mind.
Literally nothing is happening, and it is getting so repetitive, I am bored out of my fucking mind.
June 30, 2022
Born in Depravity by V.T. Do is a dark romance reverse harem that follows the story of Catalina and Mikhail, Nicolay, and Damien. Catalina is nicknamed the mute princess after she goes years without speaking. She’s had a traumatic upbringing but with some help, she escapes her ruthless father, only to be caught by Mikhail, Nicolay, and Damien. The men that catch her are heads of the Russian mafia. They’re intent on breaking her at first, but somewhere along the line plans change and lines are crossed.
I’m not going to lie, dark romance books are not usually my cup of tea. They tend to cause me to have anxiety and I rarely end up enjoying them or finding redeeming qualities in the characters. However, I was pleasantly surprised by this book. The heroes are dark but there’s qualities in them that I love to see in book boyfriends. Catalina does sometimes come across as helpless but once you learn about her past and what she came from, you find yourself feeling for her and hoping she can find her strength. This is part of a trilogy and I’m very much looking forward to the next two books.
Note: I was given an advance copy in exchange for an honest review.
I’m not going to lie, dark romance books are not usually my cup of tea. They tend to cause me to have anxiety and I rarely end up enjoying them or finding redeeming qualities in the characters. However, I was pleasantly surprised by this book. The heroes are dark but there’s qualities in them that I love to see in book boyfriends. Catalina does sometimes come across as helpless but once you learn about her past and what she came from, you find yourself feeling for her and hoping she can find her strength. This is part of a trilogy and I’m very much looking forward to the next two books.
Note: I was given an advance copy in exchange for an honest review.
June 30, 2022
I went for the RH and Mafia, I stayed for the plot and story. Born In Depravity (Men of Wrath, book 1) was the first VT Do book I’ve read, but it will definitely not be the last. Catalina has never had the opportunity to be who she wants to be or do what she wants to do, and when she finds herself at the mercy of 3 very big, very intimidating, very attractive men, she finds herself conflicted by what she thinks she should do and what she wants to do.
And these men - phew! 🥵 Nikolay, Michail and Damien are not good men. Probably terrible men. She might be their kotyonok, but they turn into pussycats around her. But make no mistake - they’ll burn the world down and cut off your hand for wronging her.
If you love cliffhangers, forced proximity, Stockholm syndrome, RH, Mafia with dirty talking, OTT/JP H’s and a FMC that finds herself and her strength you’ll love this book. I’d suggest getting in on this series now to be a part of where this wild ride is going to take you. Check your CW folks
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And these men - phew! 🥵 Nikolay, Michail and Damien are not good men. Probably terrible men. She might be their kotyonok, but they turn into pussycats around her. But make no mistake - they’ll burn the world down and cut off your hand for wronging her.
If you love cliffhangers, forced proximity, Stockholm syndrome, RH, Mafia with dirty talking, OTT/JP H’s and a FMC that finds herself and her strength you’ll love this book. I’d suggest getting in on this series now to be a part of where this wild ride is going to take you. Check your CW folks
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July 3, 2022
Phew...that ending! I felt like I was holding my breath while reading the final pages leading up to that cliffhanger...talk about intense.
After witnessing the death of her mother by the hands of her father at the age of 9 she stopped talking and became known as the "Mute Princess". She's grown up living in a world of being physically abused, starved and locked away, so she's known nothing but heartache and pain, so when she's told she's going to meet her new husband she knows she has to escape, but how? There are 3 guy's Damien, Mikkhail, Nikolay who have been trying to find the mute princess. Will they find her or will she find them? You'll just have to grab it and find out. I need answers after that wild ending. I cannot wait for Book 2.
After witnessing the death of her mother by the hands of her father at the age of 9 she stopped talking and became known as the "Mute Princess". She's grown up living in a world of being physically abused, starved and locked away, so she's known nothing but heartache and pain, so when she's told she's going to meet her new husband she knows she has to escape, but how? There are 3 guy's Damien, Mikkhail, Nikolay who have been trying to find the mute princess. Will they find her or will she find them? You'll just have to grab it and find out. I need answers after that wild ending. I cannot wait for Book 2.
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