Our families were friends long before they became bitter rivals, but as the decade long hatred grew, so did the bloodshed. Things are different now, though; my father is a changed man. He’s had enough of the violence and wants to spend his final years in peace. In the midst of an epiphany, he gifted me to an enemy. I am to do anything to make him happy, to reforge the tight union our families … families once had, and to ensure it will be impossible to break.
There’s just one issue. . . he gave my hand in marriage to a man hell-bent on seeking revenge, and my name is at the top of his hit list.
I am Zariah Volkov, and my husband-to-be wants to kill me.
Asher: My Russian Revenge is book five in the Russian Mob Chronicles Series, but can be read as a standalone. It also has no cliffhangers!
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Asher was definitely a bad man, but very protective to what he considered his. How he first treats her is so awful. But the story kept building and twisting and turning and kept you guessing what was going to happen next. I’m glad this couple made it. They loved each other as children and were able to find each other as adults. How can you not be rooting for them???
Asher and Zariah have known each other since childhood. Asher had pledged to protect Zariah. Fast forward and Zariah is being given to Asher as his bride. Only Asher isn’t too happy with that. Their families were friends but they had a falling out. As a way to make peace, Zariah’s family ent her to be Asher’s wife. But Asher hasn’t married her yet, even though the wedding date came and went. He gives her a choice of being a maid or a whore. Zariah chooses to be a maid but others there think she is there for the taking. Will Asher still protect her or will Zariah be fated to always fearing for her safety? Dark story with violent action and some hot moments.
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This is a brilliantly written story. I have read all of this series and this book can be read as a standalone if you want to, but the entire series is great so jump in and read them all! The characters are fantastic in this story and there is so much betrayal, distrust and misinformation about certain events that has to be cleared up that the suspense is all encompassing. A must-read book.
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I absolutely loved this book and was honored to have been able to read and review. It was such a phenomenal read and had amazing characters as well as an amazing story line. I just could not get enough of it and once I started reading it I could not put it down. I recommend that you read it.
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This is book five in the Russian Mob Chronicles, I have had the pleasure of reading each and every one. The families were once friends but time changed them to rivals and the bloodshed continues. My father is getting older and wants to live in peace, he figures the best way to ensure that is to gift me to my future husband. A marriage between families will end the war, right? This is Asher and Zariah’s story. Can these two rivals become each other’s ali? Can there be more between them than hatred and brutality? As this great story progresses we will find out just how many layers these characters hold and watch them all unfold as Asher and Zariah get to know one another as adults. There is no shortage of attractiveness and steaminess between these two characters either. Enjoy!
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Boys and their toys but the life with those toys…
This is an explosive book that you can’t seem to put down. You get lost in the characters and look forward to more. The trials and tribulations that people go through in life can either break us or make us stronger. We learn from what we do and can either grow from it or have it hold us back. Not everyone’s lives are full of roses and sunshine and making the best of what we can do with the choices we make, seems to make all the difference. I look forward to reading more of the series.
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Zariah can’t believe what is happening to her. She is going to have to marry her father’s enemy to save her family. Good read and romance
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ONE TIGHTLY COILED ADVENTURE!!!
Too hot to handle! Shandi spins this thrilling, page flipping bombshell with all the trama and heartache that keeps you frozen to your seat with your heart in your throat. A tightly spinning vortex of vexing circumstances and a bevy of contingent mishaps launch this baby into a tailspin with surprising impacts. The drama, dissention, intrigue, secrets, betrayal, danger and suspense keep you riveted on a razors edge. Toss in uncertainty, dynamics and perplexing situations along with the turmoil and distress and you have one explosive adventure. One thrilling storyline and gripping plot blasts this baby to life flawlessly. The chemistry sizzles from the pages alluring and mesmerizing until you feel the electrifying hum through your viens. The realism and authenticity of the characters as their on point personalities blend and flow along with the graphically detailed scenes thrust this baby together smooth as silk. Remarkable job Shandi, thanks for sharing this baby with us.
One of my favorite discoveries of 2019 was this author. I have devoured almost every book that she has written this year. There is just something about her writing style that speaks to me. There is a depth to her characters and storylines that keeps me invested from the first page to the last. I never want it to end.
My interest has been piqued since Asher was first introduced and it only got more pronounced in this book. I thought I loved Nikolai but he might need to move over from the top spot because sweet holy hell… Even though this is the Russian mafia, which means there is no room for sugary sweet outcomes, never do I get turned off by the actions and lifestyle. There is a reason that this is the criminal underbelly there is still something inspiring about the sense of loyalty that comes from those born into this world. This is especially true with this book. It wouldn’t authentic if it was sweet and “legal” Which is yet another reason that I love this author. She takes those risks, knowing that there are many out there that would find this uncomfortable, and writes it anyway. Zariah was perfect for him. I loved how they had to overcome so much treachery to bring the real truth to light and find the connection that they had since they were children.
The suspense, the mystery, and sweet holy titfire–the steam was worth every minute. I didn’t want the story to end. Mafia is my favorite. Russian mafia for some reason is even higher So rarely is it done right. Yet, This author gets it right EVERY time. I hope Wyatt gets his story and I hope there will be more glimpses of Nikolai and Asher in it. I cannot recommend this author enough.
I loved this book and I didn’t think I would at the beginning. It is brutal, engaging, intriguing and has a twist you wouldn’t expect plus an ending that is both beautiful and horrifying but warranted. Asher is honest in his brutality and makes no apology for being who he is and he is just as passionate about Zariah since they were children. Asher’s mother plays an integral role in the story and it is nice to see the respect Asher has for his mother. The sex is as passionate as you would expect from Asher, but Zariah is a very willing participant and as the story unfolds Zariah becomes the feisty woman Asher needs. A great story.
OMG! I think this Story about Asher and his Childhood Crush Zaraih is a exciting thrill to read!
I devoured this book! Once I started reading this I couldn’t stop till I finished. Asher is another branch of Russian Bratva. Nikolai and Asher are great friends. When Zariah is told she is going to marry Asher with no discussion, She is thrown for a giant loop. Her feelings never changed but she doesn’t know this man that Asher has grown up to be!