EmilioIt’s been said…When life gives you lemons,You make lemonade.I know that drill by heart.When life gives you eternal love,You take it and hold on forever.When your love gives you a child,You cherish and protect him with allYour heart.When your heart gets crushed,You reconstruct it with steel.It’s also been said…There’s a thin line between love and hate,I’d say…you have no idea.Standalone in … hate,I’d say…you have no idea.
Standalone in the series. No cliffhanger.more
Yet again I really enjoyed the storyline and characters that simply I couldn’t put this book Nd Ian looking forward to reading more from you rose
I loved this second installment in The Mendoza Family Series!
“Life could be hard. Life could be brutal. Life could be unforgiving. But at the end of the day, life could be wonderful if you fought for what is important. ”
I have a new book boyfriend. I introduce you to Emilio Mendoza.
You can know a little bit of Emilio in Cabezón (1st. book in this series). But not enough to understand or know him deeply. This is Emilio and Sofia story. Is angsty, raw, emotional, inspirational and primitive.
Emilio started their relationship as a friends. But it didn’t take long to become something else. Everything seemed to going well. But Sofia had to make a forced decision which will bring her many problems. Emilio does not know the true reason for that. Giving way to bitterness and bittersweet taste of his loss. Inadvertently he finds her but not in a good situation. It is there where the internal struggle begins because the mixture of emotions that arise in that new encounter.
This one have more suspense and some dark situations. Despite that, I enjoyed all the positive moments much more. In this story, forgiveness, family and love triumphed.
***Highly Recommended.***
My heart was pounding, my palms were sweaty…this story wrapped itself around me, captivating me, drawing me in and making me feel like I was right there!
Sofia and Emilio’s lives as children were terrifying, and although their paths crossed once, they never actually met, until many many years later when life was very different for them both. They fell in love, but when Sofia’s past came calling, she did what she had to do and broke both their hearts. She was so vulnerable yet so strong, and I wanted nothing more than to see her be happy.
There was nothing hearts and flowers about Sofia and Emilio’s second chance…it was fraught with mistrust, hate, and obsession. I could feel Sofia’s raw pain and devastation. Love could be so cruel and she found that out over and over again!
My emotions were all tied up in knots!
Violent, suspenseful, heartbreaking, intense, and so worth it all with an ending that’s absolutely perfect and beautiful. The Mendoza Family series is a must read!
Emilio and Sofía’s journey was bittersweet but destiny isn’t done with them. Sofía will do whatever it takes to protect those she loves even if means walking away. But when Emilio finds out the truth, can he forgive and forget.
Karma is about to be served.
I absolutely live the Mendoza family!! I hope there is more.
What a beautifully heartbreaking read this was. Emilio and Sofi had such a tramatic childhood,and they deserved each other and something good in their lives. So much happens in the read I would hate to spoil any of it, but let me say this, this was definitely a 5 star read. Once I started it no way I was putting it down until the end, so I’m suffering from a total book hangover today
Hands down this book was fantastic and in my opinion better than book one. You are exposed briefly to Emilio in book one and this book dives into his story. I felt the author did such a great job developing this story and the writing is brilliantly done and captured me. This story contains twists, turns, huge obstacles for the two characters and will leave the reader immersed in the story with characters.
Title: Primitivo
Author: Rose Croft
Genre: Contemporary Dramatic Romance
**RECEIVED ARC FOR HONEST REVIEW**
WOW!!! I was blown away reading the first book in the series but this author just keeps delivering such an honest, heartrending, soul tugging, glimpse into cultural norms and morays within our own current western culture. It makes you stop and ask yourself: Could I do that?
The emotional depth of each character is so poignant and powerful. And through it all, even as I shed a few tears, it was never written in such an intense graphic manner that I had to stop and take a breather. It was entertaining and at times very amusing. What do you expect when kids are involved?
Bottom line is this author is very talented and this series keeps getting better and better. I took Latin and French but seriously if a hottie spoke Spanish to me the way these men speak, so sexy…I need to go back and take Spanish. *sigh*
5 BEAUTIFUL LIFE STARS!! This story was beautifully written about life and things don’t seem to be as we think. Emilio and Sofia story will grab your heartstrings hard and pull you in all directions. This author has written the most beautiful story that will keep you turning pages. If you haven’t started this series start it now….it is a must read.
Ugh… that was INTENSE.
I absolutely devoured Cabezon and knew that Emilio’s story would wreck me – and it did. But in the best way.
So much drama!
So much hurt, love and happiness in amongst the destruction.
So many sweet moments, steamy bits and SO MANY EMOTIONS.
I don’t think this book could have been any better- it was absolutely perfect for Emilio and Sofí.
This is the 2nd book in this amazing series and is Emilio and Sofia’s story. This is a beautifully written story which is intriguing, thrilling, heart-wrenching, raw, gritty, and an all-round powerful story. This gifted author had the unique ability of putting her heart and soul into each one of her characters and plots. I was totally captivated throughout this addictive page turner, and I highly recommend for all.
What can I say?!?! This book did not disappoint, twists and turns for Emilio and Sophia story. Emilio is that guy that you know deep down he has the heart of gold and Sophia from her past would put her life on the line for her family. I loved getting to be apart of their story and cant wait to see whose story is going to unfold next. Rose Croft you nailed this story! Highly recommend you read The Mendoza Family series.
Heartbreakingly Beautiful!
WOW! I loved book one – but book 2 was phenomenal, unbelievably heartbreaking and utterly beautiful. Emilio and Sofia’s story will gut you, break your heart and will take you on a journey of heartbreaking tragedy and intoxicating love.
Sofia and Emilio are perfect for each other and they have a perfect little family. But Sofia’s past comes back to haunt her and she leaves to protect her family. Emilio is gutted and heartbroken from the loss and turns his heartache into hatred and rage. When these two eventually find each other again the hatred and the electrifying attraction and chemistry between them is mind-blowing! These two characters pulled at my heartstrings and had me enthralled and captivated by their breathtaking and heart-stopping love for each other and their family.
Favorite Quote: “Flammable we were. I was the charcoal, and she was lighter fluid. It only took one strike of a match to set us off. Combustible. Primitivo. Our attraction was primitive, raw, and beautiful in its savage vulnerability.” These words perfectly explain the chemistry and love between Sofia and Emilio.
Beautifully written story that will have you wanting more from this amazing author. I can’t wait to see who she writes about next from The Mendoza Family. Highly recommend.
Wow just wow!! I thought I liked the first book in the Mendoza Family but I loved this one!! I loved the angst and how it was truly written in a way that keeps you so engulfed in Emilio and Sophia that I couldn’t put it down. There were so many times however I wanted to throat punch Emilio for being utterly blind but he was still great!!
I voluntarily reviewed a advanced readers copy of this book
I can’t even describe right now how much I loved Primitivo by Rose Croft! She’s gone and taken all my feels, put them in a blender and mixed them together to make the ultimate emotional cocktail.
The Mendoza family never fail to disappoint.
In reality you’d think life is pretty straightforward; you meet the person of your dreams, fall in love, have babies and so on. For Emilio this may be the case, however he knows life isn’t as sweet and giving as most; there’s a fine line.
Book two of the Mendoza Family series is all I thought it would be and more. I was hooked on the love, loyalty, hope and affection and on the edge of my seat, because let’s face it those men are to die for!
I look forward to the next instalment.
I highly recommend this.
In book one we hear very briefly about the girl who walked away from her baby boy and partner, and I have to admit I was intrigued as to why, I knew there’d be an interesting story behind this girl…and there certainly is!
Sofia Flores has an inner strength that she desperately needs to draw upon quite a few times in her life. I have to admit I admired but worried about her and wondered just how things could improve for her at the same time. The author hooks you in very quickly and I promise you will be absorbed in everything Sofia and Emilio.
Emilio Mendoza is a loveable character, one who is sensitive and caring too. He does have a temper and is fiercely protective as well. Together he and Sofia had a loving relationship so when she left he was naturally devastated and confused. Time didn’t change that, which is realistic, but with the way the story is written a lot more is uncovered.
Once again you find yourself sitting on the edge of your seat with fear and anxiety for the characters. The build up and excitement is incredible but then there are many light-hearted moments too and with Eric, as is with most young children, there are some very funny scenes too. The balance showing the dark and light in life is perfect and some of the expressions are unbelievably imaginative, I love them.
There is so much to this fantastic story, I thoroughly recommend it to everyone.
Oh wow this was amazing filled with happiness along with so much dread when you believe you have it all and your left with the ultimate destruction that tears your heart from your very chest, I felt alot for Emilio and Sophia how do you even come back from that well it is not easy. This was a huge second chance with wonderful felt words that will give you all the feels and it was amazing.
Primitivo is a story that will take you on a roller coaster ride of both good and bad memories. Emilio and Sofi’s story will have you wrapped in bitterness , shame, guilt and animosity. However when you dig deep you will see the lengths that someone will go to in the name of love, even at the cost of their own heartbreak. My heart shattered, my anxiety levels were dangerously high and the tears flowed as my soul ached for two people who were torn apart. A glance as a child was all it took for an unwavering connection and nothing would stand in its way. As the haze cleared, truths were revealed and the hostility was pushed to the side, the purity of the love Sofi and Emilio shared finally outweighed past decisions. This second book in the Mendoza Family series will hold your heart forever.
Omg the emotions sad angry happy and wanting to cry it was so good and cant wait for the other ones to come I couldn’t put it down once I started I wanted to hit him and scream at him but then love him at the end absolutely loved this book
Primitivo is the second book in ‘The Mendoza Family’ series by Rose Croft. This one centres around Emilio and Sofia. We saw a little bit of their story in the first book with his brother, Vince, so it was interesting to see the backstory from both characters and what had happened to get them to certain points.
There are heart-breaking moments when you realise what Sofia has gone through to protect her family and the general challenges both she and Emilio have faced in their lives. Eric really makes the story as he is a wonderful character and really pulls on your heart-strings.
To be honest, I wasn’t overly keen on Emilio in the first book, but having read this and the trials and tribulations he had been through both in the past and the present, he really did grow on me. He wants the best for his son and family and is willing to fight to get that…even though he’s moody!
If you like real-life, hard hitting emotional dramas with a lot of love in them, then Rose croft is an author for you! Get reading this series now!
ARC received for a fair and honest review.
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Wow! I loved the first book and I love the second.
Emilio Eric and Sofia take centre stage in this book.
It’s well written with the character development spot on.
Cant wait to read the third.
Highly recommended