He doesn’t need training. He doesn’t need practice. The invitation dropped in his hand. One he cannot refuse. There will be no shame amongst the famiglia. No boundaries. No rules. A dark place awaits for a rebellious monster.A Dark Place is the fifth book in a Tomb of Ashen Tears, the epic dark mafia romance. It is highly recommended readers experience the first four books.
Note the title!
About halfway through. Sal knows. (my only minor spoiler)
Holy (or should I say Unholy) crap! Damn damn damn. Things be happening. And I still question several people’s main motivations. Don’t know who to trust about whom. This book matches (although doesn’t surpass?) darkness in the real world.
I first met Sal and Iris in a “little” book called Juliet and quickly became obsessed! Deacon Cruz popped in along the way and the three of them have been chaos ever since. This is book 5 in the Tomb of Ashen Tears series and OMFG, it gets better and better! These three have a love and bond the likes you’ve never read about, and lord help anyone who does the other wrong or hurts them… There WILL be blood spilt. This book was hard to read at times and had to step away, the betrayals, the pain made you want to scream, the Holy Hotness of these three will have you grabbing a towel and icepack to cool down. Iris is a force of nature and a Queen to Sal, if Sal is King, then does that make Deacon the dark and dirty Prince? This story or this series is not for the faint of heart, and if your looking for sweet and romantic, run!! This is gripping, emotional, raw, dirty, painful and so much more!! Long Live the Unholy Three!! Thank you Ms. Samuels for each and every book!!
Kailee really comes out swinging in this newest installment! SDI continue to surprise, shock, and excite me as they navigate over and over new twists, turns and f’ed up situations! The witty banter between Sal and Deacon is on a whole new level and Iris’ B-A Queen behavior reaches an all time height! Their unholy bond is stronger than ever and anyone who tries to get in the way…look out! Beware of the crowbar.
There have been several times I’ve had to take a break and breathe and other times when I had to turn my fan up to high because it was so hot! A Dark Place is full of angst, heartache and more emotional upheaval than I can say. There isn’t enough I can say to give this book and Ms. Kailee’s highly coveted words the respect it deserves. Every book has been better and better. Thank you, Ma’am.
DEACON m effing CRUZ!!!!
I had to start this review with that, because no matter I kneel at the thrown of Sal, no matter I bow to the Bad A Queen Iris, I genuflect to the alter of Deacon Cruz!!! This Unholy Trinity brings me to my knees every single fricken time!!! I am never prepared going into these ToAT pamphlets, not once have i been properly buckled up or tied down. There is no “enjoying” this ride. You hold tight and hope that all your pieces landed close enough together that you can glue your self back together. KRS has to have made it her mission to destroy her readers piece by piece she will take your soul and feed it to the trinity. WE ARE NOT WORTHY!!!! okay im dramatic, but not wrong. Book 5 will tear you apart. It is raw! It is passion! It is HOT!!! KRS never dissapoints and as always each book is better than the last!
What a thrill ride. I have never had a writer make me love then hate then love a character again the way Ms. Samuels does. This book had my emotions all over the place. I can’t get enough of her writing. You will not be disappointed by this book. I highly suggest you read th Read full review
And WOW!!!!! Exactly what I expected from Kaliee Reese Samuels. This series is absolutely dangerous. From alpha women to their alpha men. One thing I do want to say is, even though this is a mafia series, the women are up front and present. I love how Kailee has take charge women.
This book has Iris, she’s the Lotus and one of the most dangerous people in this series. Her husband Sal, that man is everything. He’s hot, sexy and a killer. Of course there’s Deacon, the right hand man, the fixer, the third to Iris and Sal. This man is unstoppable.
So what happens? You’ll just have to get this book and dive in. I honestly can’t say enough about this book and series. I love mafia books and Kailee Reese Samuels really does them justice.
As always I was not disappointed at all! Kailee has to be my favorite author. Sal is still my favorite character of all time.
WOW!!! Once again Kailee has left me speechless with her insane story writing and characters. From the second I opened the book, to the moment I finished, I have been on an emotional rollercoaster in all the best ways possible. I have been a fan since day one and she has yet to let me down. Continuing to do so through every book. I cannot wait until the next comes out. I’m impatiently waiting until then.
“We weren’t navigating our lives; life was navigating us.”
I find that I cannot adequately review this one to give it the respect it deserves. Every page leads to more secrets and more action. And because I cannot properly review this, I want to talk about something that seems irrelevant but will eventually get to a point. (I hope)
When I watch a drama show, I always look at the whole and decide which character has evolved the most. I’m going to use GoT for an example. I choose Theon because he’s flawed, but he’s an ever-changing landscape, and while he’s sometimes in the background, the moments he’s at the forefront are powerful. His role is every bit as important to the show. Without spoiling anything, I will say that Amber is Theon. And I left this book in awe at how far she’s come.
I always think there mustn’t be any more to the puzzle, and then Kailee goes and dumps 1100 pieces (or pages in this case) onto the board, and it’s time to put it back together again.
“We are blind, bound into the fleeting fight, until a new clarity glides into view and our perspective shifts.” It’s an ever-changing landscape in so many ways. This one is a wild ride, nicely done.
Wow what a book!!!!!! Took me a while to gather myself at the end of this and throughout to be honest, I had to put my kindle down a fair few times and come back to the story. But oh my gosh what a story it is!!!!!
So we’re of course with Sal, Iris and Cruz again, the connection these three have had over the course of these books has only grown so much again. You feel their pain, sorrow and most of all their love for each other, and you feel everything that goes in this book. And let me tell you that’s down to Kailee, the way she writes the characters and the story has always had my mind blown on how she can pull you right in and put you in the heart of the story. Kailee has been my unicorn author right from the very start and every book just gets excited!!!!! Yes her books are long, but I’d rather have the story fully then it bring broken down in to a million little books.
This book is titled A Dark Place and believe me it will take you there. Sal is my favourite book boyfriend but oh dear lord does Cruz come a close second, the relationship and chemistry these two have is just smoking hot, then place Iris in the middle and eeesssshhhhhh, Fan me down!!!!!!!!! So much happens in this book it’s unreal so yes I had to put my kindle down and have to get me a glass of wine ( oh who am I kidding it was a bottle ) lolol and come back to it but…… I always came back to the book.
Thank you Kailee for an awesome book and journey with these three and now all I ask is…… Is book 6 ready yet, I may need to stock up on more wine lol?? But honestly I do whole heartedly recommend this series to you.
And to think, some of us find comfort in reading! With this book, hell with this Series, I don’t recommend getting too comfortable. You will definitely feel like Alice who fell down that hole or into the looking glass. Whichever way you get there it will be a spectacularly emotional journey!
Sal Raniero, Deacan Cruz and Iris Nakamura will keep you astounded by the emotional rollercoaster ride they intend to take you on.
If this is your first foray into the world of Sal, you need to buckle up a prepare for the ride of your life, and I recommend going back and reading the rest of this Series to catch up and see the hidden stories behind each and every character that this book entails.
If you have read all that has led to this Tomb of Tears book, then Bless Your Heart!! Darlin, this is the one you have been waiting for!!
Make sure to have all the necessary supplies on hand, I recommend something to hold and hug in some chapters. No matter how distressed you get, Do Not, REPEAT – DO NOT – THROW YOUR READING DEVICE!!
Step Back, Take a Breathe and Continue, it is so worth it.
Kailee Reese Samuels is an amazing Writer, she drags you along on some of the most Magical, Terrifying, Beautifully Horrifying Journeys I have ever encountered. And I wouldn’t have it any other way.
Her Books, her world, her words have helped me through some of the Toughest, Darkest most Difficult Times of my Life
Thank You Sweet Writer for Helping Me through Life.
I recommend this Book, this Series to anyone and everyone just trying to get through this life one day at a time!!
Oh my, I’m once again taken by the power, the beauty and the darkness of all that is Sal, Deacon and Iris. This book, as well as the other TAT books, are all written with depth, with heart and soul, and with sacrifices made. I loved how each little morsel about my favorite trio was set out, crumb by crumb, for me to find and savor. My heart burned brightly hot, then went dark and cold, only to burn bright once again.
I’ve loved Sal for so long, and Deacon too, although I feel like his heart could never really be mine. And Iris, well, she is simply amazing. Nothing gets these three down for too long, even when their backs are up against the wall. Their strengths keep them pushing back, crossing blurred lines to win at all costs. But that’s what makes this saga so awesome! When a book takes everything I thought I knew and throws them out the window, only to come back and restore my faith, I know I’ve found home. And it’s here with Sal, always.
Wow I have no words to describe this story. This is a very dark intense read that will have you on many twists and turns through out this story. This story will have your heart and head hurting, you will have mixed emotions through out this story and will have you holding on to every word that comes off the page. I can’t wait for more of this story.
What can I say this was a real ride of a story again Kailee has us on an emotional rollercoaster. She has a way with her words to make you become invested in every character . I love the dynamic between Sal, Iris and Deacon and the love they have for each other even though it gets twisted.
The story takes you deeper into the way of life they all lead, I am an emotional wreak and love it. I will be rereading this one again there is so much that you want to replay.
Absolutely astounding read. This author weaves you through a continuous Rollercoaster of emotions, plot twists, revelations, deceit, panty melting scenes and love so intense you can’t help but rapidly turn pages. Everyone needs this book, tho its not for the faint of heart, this is dark but very well written leaving you anxious for more.
A Dark Place consumed me with all the feels that the author has poured into this dirty, sexy, twisted romantic story and things I lust for in the dark jungle.
Sal, Iris and Deacon are welded together in a triad relationship. No matter how many obstacles are thrown in their path testing their relationship it still stands strong.
There are so many types of lies, deceit, betrayal, redemption, murder, suspense and sizzling scenes in A Dark Place that keeps you intrigued from beginning to end. The Monster, the Angel and the Saint will keep you on your toes with the unexpected twisted turn of events they encounter.
29 books about one man, Sal and his extraordinary journey through life that you crave like an addict.
It’s been a while since I’ve read about these characters, so I felt I was going in a little blind. It took me several pages in to gather my memories and tuck myself in. Deacon, Sal, and Iris have that amazing chemistry everyone longs to find, but the pain they must go through with and for each other is excruciating. When one is cut, they all bleed. If you are new to these characters, theirs is not a conventional relationship. It’s wild and dirty and spontaneous and crazy. There’s so much going on, I need a coffee break throughout the book to come back to normal for a while. Do people really live like this? I think they may and that’s why there’s Xanax in the back of the top shelf, I’m guessing. Be prepared for a surprise, or twelve, in this story, as in all Ms. Samuels stories. I may be getting too old for these stories. I seriously feel the need for a strong coffee and quite possibly confession.
This book is such a myriad of emotions that it really messed with my head. But I should be used to that by now. Ms. Samuels messes with my head in different ways with each book. Do not miss the TAT books. But be ready for the book hangover.
This author sure knows how to make writing a review difficult. Each book she writes I love even more than the previous book and then I’m struggling even more to find the words to write a review that this book deserves.
A Dark Place is book five in A Tomb of Ashen Tears series. You seriously need to read all these books in order- you won’t regret it.
Sal, Deacon and Iris story continues and what a story it is. I can’t possibly talk about the storyline. Seriously you need to read this for yourself- let the author mess with your head like she did with mine.
These are fabulous sized stories- no quickies with this author. Expect the unexpected with this author….nothing is ever as it seems.
A Dark Place isn’t a story for everyone so be warned. If you enjoy dark romantic mafia stories then I highly recommend you read this!!!
Holy Cow
This series is Amazing!!!! I cried, got mad and loved every part of this book. This book or just the whole series itself messed my head up. Sal, Deacon and Iris have just left me speechless. A must read series!!!!!