My retribution may be over, but my future remains controlled by my past.Stripped of everything, I paid penance for a crime that wasn’t mine.But in our world, the son always pays for the father’s sins.My need for revenge blinded me.Faced with the truth, I was forced to make a choice that went against what I’d fought so hard for.With my atonement complete, I’m asked what would make me happy.The … would make me happy.
The problem is, I had happiness once and the very person who gave it to me is the same one who robbed me of it by leaving.
The girl I loved with all my heart and now hate with all I am.
How can I look forward when I’m tortured by memories of her?
Now she’s back.
Sometimes love isn’t good for you.
Sometimes, you have to love yourself enough to see the destruction ahead and simply move out of the way.
I once loved a boy who was determined to continually hurt himself.
For a chance to prove himself worthy.
His choices opened my eyes to see the years of pain and hurt the future held.
Leaving, I took a risk for a better future, but my return unravels a spiral of betrayal.
Leaving me at their mercy.
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Ahhhh Shane’s story, this was always going to be an interesting tale given some of the events his father was involved in. As with all mafia stories the son is tarnished with the crimes of his father. So Shane has a huge chip on his shoulder and a lot to prove. He has to be bigger, stronger and a formidable force. Her bows to no one and I just loved the strength exuding from every pore.
A true Alpha; even when Jolie re-enters his life; its a refreshing change to see the hero not going all doey eyed over ‘the one that got away’; the hate Shane harbours for Jolie runs deep and this is evident in the writing. I preferred Shane’s story to Teddy’s just because I felt the writing and the story telling was a lot gritter, something to sink my teeth in to. There’s a whole lot of backstory with these two as well which I find quite endearing, a little bit of YA. As well as the time Jolie was away… we have had a carrot dangled in front of us….. and once again finishing on a cliffhanger. Monique has left us hanging!!
What we have is another amazing book by Monique. This is Shane and Jolie’s story, and let me just say it’s not for the faint of heart. This book will grab you and hold you to the end. My heart broke for Shane for all the lies and deceit that he had to deal with unknowingly. And Jolie, my heart broke for her in so many ways. I an waiting for the next book. Will they get their HEA? Or will Shane allow his anger and hatred continue to fuel his choices when it comes to her? 5 stars all the ways!!
I don’t think I have ever loved a hated family so much before Monique Orgeron. This is book 2 in the spin off series Youngblood and it is AMAZING!! If you love bad boys, bad things, mafia families and steamy, steamy reads then this book is for YOU. But read book 1 (Redemption) first to get the most out of this book. Another one well done.
I’m loving the Youngblood series so far. Shane and Jolie are two characters you can’t help but love. In true Monique style she has thrown in the twists and turns that leave us gobsmacked thinking WTF.. Friendships will be tested, and arhhh I have sooo much I want to say but I just wont.
If you haven’t read this series start with Redemption, you won’t be disappointed.
Wow what a amazing read that will have your emotions flowing off the charts. This is a amazing series and excellent story. Their is steamy sex and hot steamy read that will will have you on the edge of your seat needing that stiff drink and a extra smoke. What a read that will have you excited and exhausted from this read.
Shane, a man shunned and stripped of his birthright won’t be denied any longer. Faced with the many truths of his past, he will take what is his. Damn the risks. And when the aching memories of the innocent love he once felt is now the deciding factor of his future, will his legacy remain the priority?
Jolie, a girl forced to grow up in poverty due to the crap hand she was dealt is faced with making the decisions for her future. Young love leaves you blind and insecure. Is she capable of handling the consequences of those choices or will she find herself back in the web she desperately tried to escape?
Y’all, this book….. THIS BOOK!
Shane is that mysterious man we’ve all been dying to find out about. I loved every single minute of this one. I’m really trying hard not to give anything away so I’ll just say this: Do not start this book assuming or predicting a damn thing. Monique is a tricky one and will blow your thoughts to shit. Predicting anything in any of her books is pointless, she’s good like that.
*This is a book two in the Youngblood series, you should read book one first.
This is the story of Shane and Jolie . This book blew my mind ! Monique has all these characters that are true to the books she has written in the past and I cried at the dealership while reading this book , a tear jerker . Heart wrenching scenes and action !
Everything Monique touches comes to life right before your eyes and in your head. You live and breathe each character as they come to life. They are a part of you by the end if the book and it’s not enough. We have all become junkies for her writing!! Retribution is the 2nd installment to the Youngblood series and as with the Stern Family Saga, we hope it never ends. I couldn’t put the book down and with each page came another twist in the story you weren’t expecting!! This is a definite must read!!!!
Another enthralling addition to the Youngblood Series. I loved Shane, even if I may have wanted to throw my kindle a couple of times while reading his story. It almost seemed like his world was crumbling around him, or maybe it’s just crumbling into place. I can’t wait to see what’s next for Shane. Jolie, Sean and even Teddy.
Monique NEVER disappoints and Shane’s story is no different. Retribution is Shane’s story and what a story it is. While Teddy may have saught redemption in the last book, he still has one more secret to reveal. Will this break his and Shane’s bond? Will Shane be able to recover from this? I have wanted Shane’s story from his first appearance so I couldn’t wait to get my hands on this. I loved it and I cannot wait for the continuation!
O.M.G. What an amazing journey! I am exhausted after reading this! I feel like I need a stiff drink, and I don’t even drink! I swear I love of all Monique’s guys, but Shane just might be by new favorite! What can I say? I love me a broody, slightly damaged alpha male! And don’t even get me started on Jolie! What a kick ass heroine! Are these two perfect? Heck no! But..they just might be perfect for one another. I must admit that I spent half of this book wanting to kick both of their asses, and the other half with my fingers crossed hoping these two would find their happily ever after. Of course, this is just part of their story, so we will have to wait for the next book to discover how it all plays out. Mooonique! I need this next book ASAP! #teamshalie!!
Monique’s best book so far in my opinion.
Shane isn’t like any hero I have ever read in a book. The twists in this book are wild. I can’t wait for the NEXT book !! GIVE IT TO ME.
omg so exciting its a page turner you wont be able to put it down
If you’ve read any of Monique’s books you might have an idea of what you’re getting into. If not, get ready! You won’t be able to put it down!! Shane is a complex man you can’t help but love, but then you throw in Jo & things get very complicated! You might want to hate her but you can’t! You’ll laugh, you’ll cry & you’ll scream at your book (at least I did!). Anyway, you really need to read it & see for yourself!
Retribution was killer!
Just effing killer!
My emotions were all over the place.
I can’t say much without mentioning spoilers…ugggh.
I can and will say the Youngblood series is my favorite!
Also, Jolie is a twatwaffle.
So get your read on with Redemption to prepare for Retribution.
~BREAKDOWN OF RATINGS~
Plot~ 5/5
Main Characters (hero/heroine)~ 5/5
Secondary Characters~ 5/5
The Feels~ 5/5
Pacing~ 5/5
Addictiveness~5/5
Angst~ 5/5
Steam/Hotness/Chemisty ~ 5/5
Theme or Tone~ 5/5
Flow (Writing Style)~ 5/5
Backdrop (World Building)~ 5/5
Originality~ 5/5
Ending~ 5/5 Cliffhanger- Grand Canyon big!
Book Cover~ Sexy AF
Series~ Youngblood
Source~ Kindle eBook – ARC for honest review
Would I read more from the author? Yes
Would I recommend this book? Yes
I have been dying for this book since I knew Shane was getting his own story. And then with the way Teddy’s story ended I need this book more then anything.
Monique as done it again with Shane and Jolie. The way she can capture everything and bring it all to life is a true talent. Their story is full of angst, emotions and mind blowing events that will leave you with your jaw on the floor.
We get answers we were look for from the end of Teddy’s book but we are given more questions that we won’t have the answer to till the next book. Yes that’s right Jolie and Shane will have a second book Restitution and I’m dying to find out what is gonna happen.
I will say this yes we get to see more of Teddy and Ashlyn. We also get a few of the Sterns making an appearance. Can’t wait for more to see what’s gonna happen
I highly recommend this book and all of Monique’s books. 5 billion stars
Lawdit’s about to go down! I’m scared of what’s gonna happen to everyone, Retribution has my emotions everywhere, I’m hurting for Shane, for what he lost and I’ll be honest Jolie is not favorite person as of right now. She was wrong on so many level for what she did, she left him for his lifestyle to go end up in the same position again, how is that fair to Shane and Sean? My heart is literally breaking, author Monique Orgeron did it, she managed to make fall for these characters. For an author to have the ability to make her readers feel this much, should tell you to be afraid and be in awe of her which I am, outstanding work author Monique Orgeron.
Holy moly!!!! I am in just awe of Monique’s creativity and the stories she comes up with. I have never read every single book from an author and have loved them all, until Monique. I seriously cannot wait to see what Shane does. For now I could care less for gunner but Sean and Jolie, yes what is goanna happen? I am so in love with this mafia storyline I don’t ever want it to end. Great job again Hun and you know I will be buying a hard copy of this book just like the rest.
Every book that I read by this author I am convinced they can’t get any better. But this book is EPIC !! I can’t wait for the next book.