All hope was lost until Zoey Hennessy walked back into my world, shaking it up beyond repair when she uttered two simple words.He’s alive.She speaks of her brother, my Saint, the man who lost everything to set me free.I believed he was dead. I saw it with my own two eyes. But when Zoey proves he’s alive and being held captive by a monster, I know what I have to do.It’s time I saved him.The plan … do.
It’s time I saved him.
The plan is dangerous, and there are no guarantees I will survive. But if this nightmare has taught me one thing, it’s that I don’t cower in fear. I am a woman hell-bent on getting back the man she loves, and nothing, no one will stand in my way.
However, what I uncover can only be described as hell on earth. The darkness has finally won, and Saint is lost to me forever.
Or so I thought.
Aleksei Popov is anything but a hero, yet in this story—he’s mine. Everything I believed in is about to be turned upside down, and with freedom within my grasp, I wonder how far I will go, and who I will sacrifice in order to set myself free.
“This series grabbed me by the throat and didn’t let go until the end. It is everything dark, delicious and twisty. Monica James is in a league of her own.” L.J. Shen- USA Today Bestselling Author.
I am a huge fan of Monica’s books! She just has a way to pull you in from the start and never let you go. This is my favorite story of hers that I have loved the most! From beginning to end, she had me. -Wall Street Journal & USA Bestselling Author M. Robinson
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This is the last book about Saint and Willow and let me tell you it was an emotional rollercoaster from the beginning. It begins with everyone planning to save Saint and Willow is determined to do anything to get him back. Willow shows us how strong she has become because with all she has endured she realized she has to be brave, she has to have hope, and no matter what her love for Saint is eternal. The things that Saint has endured is unspeakable but the fact he keeps surviving means he still in some small way has a tiny bit of hope. When Willow finds him and fights to save him, she is utterly heartbroken at what he has been through and still has to endure. There was a few moments I yelled at my phone wanting kill the man hurting Saint, a few times I cheered for Willow as she was brave and fought for the man she loved, and a few times I cried because they fight so hard to save each other but sometimes the darkness never lets them win. After Saint and Willow escape the clutches of a hideous man Saint struggles with what has happened, so he pushes Willow away. Willow sees Saint is suffering mentally so she pushes him and lets him know that no matter what, even if he has stopped loving her (which he hasn’t) she will not stop being there for him and never ever stop fighting for him. These two had a special bond, they have true love that is unbreakable, and they will fight to the bitter end for each other. This book ripped my heart out, stomped on it, threw it against the wall, then gently picked it up and started to piece it back together. The author has sent us on a heart stopping adventure from book one and wrapped it up beautifully in the last one. Even though Saint and Willow endure so much tragedy their love endures forever and their story is a tragically beautiful one of two souls meant to be but are testing in fire to see if they can overcome. This has easily become one of my favorite trilogies.
How should I start this review? Ok, Yes! they finally have their HEA This was the easy part
The third and last book of Angel’s and Saint’s adventures pulled me in and spit me out within a night and I’m emotional wrecked and happy at the same time.
Their story was so unbelievable gripping and tragic, but also beautiful and swoony at the same time, that I don’t know what to write or how to describe it without spoiling it for you.
The grand finale was packed with so much actions, excitement and drama, that I couldn’t stop reading till 2 a.m., damn the consequences for the next day I’m tired and exhausted, but it was so unbelievable good.
It was a rollercoaster of such immense emotions that it robbed me of the ability to stop reading. It pulled me into the story and didn’t let me stop reading until the story ended.
In this book the events are happening in such a quick succession that you don’t know what is happening when and when and if it comes to an end or what will happens next .
This book is so unpredictable and dramatic, that I thought they will never have their HEA.
I don’t know how many times I cursed the author and wanted to throw my kindle at the wall
And don’t let me start with the hot and steamy parts of this book. Let just say, it was hot as hell and it was damn intense
Like in the beginning of this series, this book describes human trafficking, slavery and ownership, but also the moral of the story, that everyone has a breaking point.
The journey of Angel and Saint is over, but Alek’s story comes next year and I can’t wait to see how it ends.
This is likely the hardest review I’ve had to write so far.
They don’t ever come easy for me, yet this one feels different somehow.
In this bookworm life of mine, I’ve read everything, from the beautiful, blissful, heartwarming and fulfilling stories to some of the most twisted, dark, intense, heartbreaking tales – and all else that resides in between. And I love them all; every single one of them mean something to me.
But… I don’t know.
It’s not just that I’m struggling to start it – that’s a recurrent problem of yours truly. It’s that… I don’t know what to say. I’m honestly, utterly speechless.
From the very beginning, this story captured me and I lived and breathed it, went crazy over it, speaking about nothing else. Everything was Saint, Saint, Saint.
It was all so new and different, so good.
It was one of those books that can actually induce physical reactions: makes your heart beat faster, your tears flow absent-mindedly, there are sobs stuck in your throat, there are screams you want to let out, a knot forms in the pit of your stomach that you can’t quite get rid off of and that makes you feel like something is missing or will never be complete, and that’s… because it won’t.
After Saint, nothing will ever be the same.
I didn’t want this journey to end.
Well, that’s no entirely true.
I suffered so much alongside Willow and I wanted nothing more than for her to be free from all this evil darkness but, at the same time, seeing how she thrived and overcame yet another trial and tribulation thrown her way, and found her true self, shining in her new skin, I knew I had to stuck with her and was her shadow ’till the very end.
I needed closure but what I didn’t want was finality.
I wanted these characters in my life, forever. Correction: I WANT these characters in my life forever.
Even if I didn’t, it would be too late.
They’re part of me now.
No turning back.
That’s what I mean: I wanted to know all there was to know about all of them, and for them to get their happy ending, but evidently for that to happen, we needed to reach the actual end.
So, here we are.
Saying goodbye.
And it hurts just like I knew it would; like a motherf*cker.
I’m so torn. I’m stupidly happy with this resolution, grinning like a maniac but, on the other hand, the pain is unbearably real because I can’t believe that I’m not going to be seeing them again.
It’s scary how agonizing it feels.
However, what’s even scarier is how addictive the thrill of it all is.
I’m hooked.
I don’t how what kind of spell is entwined with Monica James’ words, but she need to work her magic no more. I surrender.
I want to immediately jump into her next story – dark romance or otherwise. I’ll read every single line.
Although, if I’m being honest with myself here, the former is apparently my poison of choice. I blame it on her, exclusively.
So, I’ll be waiting for the darkness.
Is it wise? No.
Is it healthy? Probably not.
Am I ready for yet another metaphorical kick to the stomach? Uh… maybe!?
Will I do it, regardless? Hell, yes. Without batting a single eyelash.
I was always curious if not a little uncertain, whenever I heard someone use both the “dark” and “beautiful” adjectives to describe the same solitary element, but it get it now.
Light
Darkness.
I’m sure we’ve all heard 247 different variations on why we need one to appreciate the other.
Now, they too have a whole new set of evidences back them up.
Willow, Saint and Alek are heaven, hell and purgatory. Light, darkness and shadow.
Can you guess which one is which?
Ah, trick question. They’re all of the above.
Life’s not black and white. What would be the fun in that?
Boring?! Predictable?! I’m sorry, I don’t understand those words.
So you see, I couldn’t have chosen better chaperons, better travel companions, to show me the ropes and introduce me to this new world.
I fell in love with the darkness – their specific brand of darkness, was the one to open my voracious appetite for all the following meals.
Willow taught me strength, perseverance, how to fight for what you believe in, even when you yourself don’t fully understand it. Learned to trust my gut instincts.
Alek showed me that life can be so much more than meets the eye, that you just might be pleasantly surprised to discover what hides behind the stone facade of the supposed evil incarnate.
He also made me question my morals. And Willow’s. To be honest, I don’t know whose I was more worried for.
Also I didn’t know if was more conflicted about falling for him or for when I fell for Saint.
Yes, I fell for both, sue me.
The descent was different, though.
Alek knocked on my heart’s door and patiently waited for me to let him in, even if I was always highly aware of his presence on the other side.
Not Saint, no ma’am.
My heart didn’t stand a chance, poor thing.
Saint kicked open the door, slammed it shut, rattling its structure, sinked into the comfortable couch, kicked his feet up on the coffee table and made himself at home. I wanted to be mad, but truly I couldn’t force myself to.
Instead, I did what a true hostess does: I gave him all the best snacks, a beer and let him stay.
He hasn’t left since.
Saint is the embodiment of what a series of unfortunate events can lead to convert into. But still, no matter how ruthless and evil the actions might be, they don’t ultimately define you: there’s always repentance and healing. And love.
Not matter what you say: wrong never felt so good. Because I’m here being all deep, and poetic and sh*t, but let us not forget that this series is also HOT AF. There, I said it.
I felt in love with the darkness, with the demons hidden in the shadows and the devil pulling all the puppets strings, sitting in his throne of gold, blood and souls.
I acknowledged the light.
I embraced the darkness instead.
I’m tainted.
I’ve become a sinner and nothing has ever felt so good.
Scared? You should be.
Still, you will dare to venture and sail these rough seas?
Please, be my guest.
Just know you’ve been warned.
No worries: you’ll remember it soon enough, when you realized that you’re drowning but rescue is the last thing you’ll beg for.
I’d say “God save your soul” but it wouldn’t do you any good.
So go on, little lamb.
The slaughter awaits.
*I received an ARC and I´m voluntarily leaving my honest review.*
OMG what a wild ride it was this book and I loved every single part of it. ALL THE FEELS!!
It was so emotional, dark and intense…the perfect end to an unforgettable series.
My top read for this year.
When I started the first book a while ago I didn’t know the jorney will take me to.
To all the dark places my heart crave so much.
Drugs, human trafficking, sex slavery, murders, russian mobsters and lots more. I loved all those intense moments when I had to catch my breath.
Gosh if you love dark romance and you still haven’t read this one please, please do it. This book was everything. You so need it.
Forever My Saint will be forever in my heart. I loved it so so much. It’s a MUST READ and I give it all the stars.
Well done Monica. I couldn’t imagine more perfect end of their love.
Now give me Alek’s story 🙂
I am speechless. This trilogy was fan-fricking-tastic! Monica James can take all the stars for Forever My Saint. It’s bittersweet as Willow and Saint’s journey comes to an end but Monica James left me feeling content and satisfied.
The growth and development of the characters from book 1 to book 3 is impressive. I really enjoyed seeing the strength both physically and mentally in Willow.
This book, no, this series will hold you captive and have you in an array of emotions. It is an unforgettable series that will have you going back and doing re-reads just to get your Saint fix. Bravo Monica! I know that finishing this book while enduring a deep loss was a feat in itself but you persevered and delivered a book worthy of more than the 5 stars I can give you! This is an epic read and I highly recommend this series!!
WOW! This was absolutely incredible.
Thank you so much for this book Monica! I was so anxious and at the same time disappointed to know this was the last book for Saint and Willow! Ahhhh I love these two!!!
As usual Monica does not falter and she continues the series exactly where we left off in Book 2!
Everyone is trying to gather their bearings figuring out how to move on with their lives and with what they are left with.
Willow is completely lost without Saint but Zoey comes with news. News Willow did not expect in a million years! There’s been a sighting of someone and that someone looks like Saint!
The journey begins and torments will continue. The brutality that you saw in book 2 is nothing compared in book 3! The intensity of all the characters and the scenes will just leave you speechless.
This book will gut you! It will break you! It will leave you on the edge of your seat! But it will also satisfy all of your cravings!
THIS BOOK! This book kept my heart in my throat the whole time. It broke my heart, just to put it back together a piece at a time. It kept me on the edge of my seat and not able to read it fast enough. This is like a dark decadent dessert you want to savor and devour at the same time!
This book is dark, edgy and steamy. It also has elements the could be triggers for some.
Monica James out did herself with this trilogy. With this being the last book, I have to go and read them back to back now. There are so many twist and turns that just kept me captivated. Read this trilogy and get swept away with Saint and Willow!
It was the perfect end of Saint and Willow’s story. They finally got their HEA.. but not without this crazy, intense, unexpected ride. Monica will keep you on the edge of your seat from beginning to the end. This book is everything! I can’t believe it’s over. Best trilogy I’ve read.
Oh yes… this series definitely one of my favorite dark romance series and this last book is the icing on the cake.
It’s so sad to say goodbye, but I’m also looking forward to how Saint will end, I’ve been waiting a long time to found out what happen next, so I’m expecting a lot of actions, twists and turns and this book totally nailed it, this book totally got me on my edge the whole time. This book has perfect ending, so happy and satisfied with how it ends, a bit predictable, but it doesn’t matter, because the story is captivating and hooked me from beginning till the end.
A MUST-READ book for dark romance lovers, you don’t want to miss this one.
This has been a highly anticipated read for me. I’ve been dying to find out what happens next in this series. Forever My Saint is the PERFECT conclusion to this absolutely epic trilogy. I couldn’t put it down! It’s action-packed, sexy, and suspenseful. Oh, and it’s dark and dirty, too. Just how I like my books. I also LOVE a strong, kickass heroine and Willow delivered big time in this book!
If you like dark romance, this trilogy simply cannot be missed. It’s one of my favorites this year for sure!
Forever My Saint has irrevocably wrecked me in the best of ways! While it was pure torture to wait for the third book to release (and you MUST read the first two before reading the book OR this any further), I wouldn’t change a page, moment or tear shed. Readers will get the answers they’ve been looking for, and the closure they may not want, but the ride is worth the end. Saint will forever hold a special place in my heart, and I have a new appreciation for Dark Romances AND their authors!
The conclusion to this trilogy just blew everything else out of the water. What a stunning, stunning story.
I was tying myself up in knots wondering how this series would end, but my imagination was nothing compared to the twisted mind of Monica James. My goodness. The times I thought this story was going in one direction, only to have a plot twist thrown in and something else occurred had my head spinning.
This book really does justice to the whole series. It’s a fitting finale. Willow and Saint have battled through so much, each sacrificing so much for the other, that I was praying for their HEA. The trail of destruction and misery left in the pursuit of that happy ending is worthy of a move on the big screen.
I’m bereft now that it is over, but take comfort in the fact that we are to get Aleksei’s story in the future. I’m sure that will be just as wild a ride.
OMG! I was pulled into this story as I had to find out about Saint and Willow. Willow finds out that Saint may be alive and held as a prisoner. She has to find out and get Saint back. Saint has gone through sheer hell but he’s still alive. I just can’t believe how this story had a grip on me. Well done for the author.
The end of this cruel but magnificent journey is finally here, and I’m not sure if I want to smile or cry.
‘Forever My Saint’ by the unbelievably talented Monica James is the third and final book in the ‘All The Pretty Things’ trilogy.
I couldn’t have imagined a more perfect way to end this crazy journey and I seriously applaud to the author for creating such an intense and unique world.
‘Forever My Saint’ like the rest of the books in the trilogy, will have you at the edge of your seat, white-knuckle-gripping whatever’s wishing reach for the whole duration of your reading.
I personally couldn’t put the book down thanks to all the well thought details, characters and plot twist that make this such a great book.
We could say we’ve been through hell and back with Willow and Saint in the previous books right?
We thought nothing could surprise us, take us off guard or shock us anymore, right?
Well, we are all oh so wrong.
This book seriously excelled all expectations, shocked the living crap out of me, made me fear for my should while also be willing to surrender it just to have more of these characters.
There is an unsteady balance, throughout this whole book, of Heaven and Hell, good and bad, pain and peace, and sometimes things get messy and lines start to blur very quickly.
Every single character in this trilogy plays such an important part in the whole outcome of the book that has rendered me speechless. I hated, loved and feared all of the characters but I couldn’t have wanted it any other way.
Willow has been subjected to an important character growth that changes her and doesn’t at the same time. She’s still the sweet girl we all fell in love with, she’s still strong and stubborn, ready to fight and not willing to submit. But if her soul was a flicker of a flame before, not it is a full blazing and monstrous fire. She has grown both psychologically and emotionally, she has grown fierce and focused, willing to risk it all for what she believes and never ever back down again.
She is the bigger and better version of herself. She is still vulnerable and unsure, but she owns it and turns it into strength.
Saint has been put through so much already, has done so much to protect those he loves and sacrificed way too much to do so. But throughout this book, he will be put through challenge after challenge, sacrifice after sacrifice and wound after wound that will leave him only a shell of a man.
He’s still strong and brave, ready to protect anyone worthy to be protected, ready to fight and win over and over, but the light inside of him seems to be gone.
Seems to be, because no one but one fierce and stubborn woman can warm it back to life.
Their relationship has always had the odds against it, it has never been easy and this time is no different. But with they will fight with everything they have, their love growing stronger by the second and their connection getting deeper.
This is a dark book that could trigger unwanted reactions, but you signed your soul’s death warrant when you read the very first page of this trilogy and nothing can stop the hunger of your soul but Saint and Willow.
This series will worm it’s way inside you with every second passing, with every laugh and sob it will get from you, with every gasp and yelp it will cause you, it will use every crack and crevice of your heart until you will be breathing and living their story.
The ‘All The Pretty Things’ trilogy is a must-read for those unafraid of getting lost. It will be on the best, most intriguing series you’ll ever read and it will become part of that group of books that will stay with you till the end.
Suspenseful, frightening, passionate, creative, intriguing, unique. ‘Forever My Saint’ is your next 5 stars read.
I couldn’t wait to get my hands on this book. The second book in the series ended with a significant cliffhanger, so I needed to see how things would be resolved between Saint, Zoey, Willow and Alek.
The book starts with Saint in a pretty bad way and in a very bad place. Willow is determined to save him, even if it means dying herself, which is very likely. However, with some quick thinking and lots of luck, they manage to escape the nastiest of the nasty, otherwise known as Oscar (and gang).
Freedom has its price and Saint and Willow are about to find out that how deeply their past and current circumstances have shaped their future. It’s a bit touch and go at first, but their love for each other helps them through the rough spots. Willow needs closure though, and it doesn’t come easy., She makes some really crazy (albeit heartfelt) decisions and there’s just no way that this story ends without some heartache.
This story was so entertaining from beginning to end. Saint and Willow are just wonderful together, even when they are doing stupid stuff for all the righ reasons. I loved that about this story. No one is perfect.
If you are in the mood for something you can’t put down, something dark and twisted and yet romantic, this trilogy might be for you. There was plenty of substance in the finale, and I’m glad to see the door is open to more of this world in the future.
“Do you remember what you said? You said we’re one and the same. The pain is our heroin, reminding us that we’re human.”
The epic conclusion to this trilogy that has consumed my mind for the past few months. I’ll admit the first book started off a bit slow for me. It took me a minute to get into it, but once I did, well I was obsessed.
“You can’t do it because you don’t care? Is that why? I know how fucked up that is, but I know you need pain to survive.”
“I once did, but now”—I witness Saint dropping to his knees in front of me and lifting my downturned chin with a finger—“the only thing I need…is you.”
There was so much angst in this book, I was an addict getting my fix from every page. One of my favorite things about this trilogy was the way Monica handled the development of each character. She has an amazing talent at handling character development, it’s one of my favorite things about her writing. Not everyone can write that way, it’s a refreshing thing to witness.
“I recalled our meeting, not knowing how you would change my world forever. I remembered how you fought every chance you got, regardless of the consequences. And I realized I didn’t remember when I fell in love with you because I feel like I’ve loved you my whole life.”
Saint and Willow’s journey was something that inflicted so much emotion on me. I loved being that invested in their story. There was also several other characters that made their way into my heart, and I am anxiously awaiting more from them. (Hopefully!!)
“This is possession.
And obsession.
This is love.”
I was on the edge of my seat. I was almost late for work. I couldn’t put this book down. The end was near…But I didn’t want to go on. I had to go though because I needed answers, and I needed closure. It’s a real phenomenal thing that happens to a reader when you are dying for the ending, but you just ache to stop so your heart can heal. So your heart won’t break or feel all the things the author is doing to your mind, and your emotions. It’s intense, it’s adrenaline pumping, and it’s flat-out amazing. When you got it, you got it. Monica has it in spades, and this trilogy is an outstanding example of that talent.
“Ты мое сердце. Моя жизнь. Я обещаю защищать тебя до конца моей жизни. Когда-то ты былa моя пленница, но теперь я твой. Я люблю тебя.”
These books will tear you up, spit you out, and make you question everything. You’ll love her and curse her in the same breath. You will enjoy every second of it too. One of the best set of books I have read all year.
“I love you for the man that you are. Not the man you think you should be.”
I have no words. This was one of the most epic trilogies I think I have ever read. Monica James deserves one million stars for this one.
‘Forever My Saint’ dives right back into the crazy world that Willow has found herself thrust into. Willow is even more of a fighter in this story than the previous two, and she was a freaking warrior in the first two books. She is fearless, and will stop at nothing to save the people she loves. When Saint’s sister Zoey lets her know that Saint is in fact alive, she will do whatever it takes to save him. As much as Zoey and Willow hate each other, their end game is the same, get Saint back. Their plan isn’t full proof, but nothing is. Will their plan work, or is Saint lost to Willow forever?
From the very beginning of this book, it was like the words were jumping off of the page and grabbing me, I couldn’t put it down. I didn’t want this book to end, but I needed to know how things were going to play out. The best part about this book was how unpredictable it was. I had no idea what was going to be thrown our way next. Monica James truly has a gift. She left me thirsting for more after the first two books in this trilogy, but ‘Forever My Saint’ is hands down my favorite book in the series (and I LOVED the first two). In this book we come full circle. The growth between all of the characters from the first book until this one was amazing, and to watch Saint and Willow’s love for each other grow with each book, honestly it was breathtaking to me. To see how everything comes together and how every moment was going to play out was nothing short of amazing. Hands down one of the best books and trilogies of the year!
OH. MY. GAWD! This trilogy deserves ALL. OF. THE. STARS! Forever My Saint is intense, dark, disturbing and absolutely PHENOMENAL! This dark and depraved tale will have your heart racing while keeping you on the edge of your seat. This series started strong and has just gotten better with each book. The author’s writing is crisp, creative and totally on point, and I believe some of her best work to date can been found within the books of this series.
Forever My Saint is a fantastic read that checked off all the marks for me. Monica crafts such richly developed stories, vividly describing all the little details that really bring the setting, the story and the characters to life for the reader. She pulls me into her worlds right away, and I hang on every word. Intense emotion paired with a perfectly executed plot and well developed characters make hers the kinds of stories that not only capture my attention immediately but also hold it the whole way through. The entire trilogy has been fantastic, but this story, the series finale, surprised me at every turn. Well done Ms. James!
WOW! And that’s how you end a trilogy! So many emotions. So many curve balls. I was on the edge of my seat the entire book! I knew the ending of this story was going to be good, but I was not expecting this (and I mean that in the best way possible). Every book in this trilogy just got better and better. I can’t wait to see what comes next from Monica James!
There lives went up in a plume of smoke as the bomb went off.
It changed everything and everyone.
No-one was left unaffected.
Once believed dead, but now there is hope. The smallest slither, but it’s enough.
Shes going to find him, through hell and high water…
But which comes first?
Oh! my heart is about to give out, that I’m sure of!
So much passion and pain, angst and drama. I’m a mess!
My heart broke whilst reading this. I wanted it to be “their time” each time they came together. I begged silently. I dont know who needed it more them or me!
Saint true to form fights for his life like a wild animal. Desperation looks good on him!
Willow is not the girl she used to be. Her innocence is fading fast within these pages and I liked her edge so much!
A fantastic conclusion to their story. I feel like I’ve been run over by a truck and desperately need a time out to calm down.
Monica has brought to the table an unforgettable dark read with characters that are so wrong, yet so right and I for one loved every step of their journey.
AMAZING!!!!! and now I neeeed Aleksei’s story!!!!