She wasn’t the job, but she became my business.My orders were clear. Get in, get the job done, and get the hell out. No loose ends, no witnesses.It’s what I do. And I don’t fail. Until now. She shouldn’t have been there.And now I have a new job.Find and deal with Cherise Styles
Valor (Cavalieri Della Morte Book 11)
By meashastone
This one was not as dark or bloody as the others.
Still has lots of action and steamy scenes!
I am really enjoying the dual POV in this series and this book is no exception.
I have loved the Cavalieri Della Morte series to date, and this book is a perfect addition! At first, I thought Dustan was a pretty cold guy-after all, he’s an assassin. But when he was with wrong-place Cherise, he got all Dom on her. “Bad things happen to bad girls.” And suddenly, I am his biggest fan! I loved how Cherise was not intimidated by Dustan, even though she was scared at times. This story was fun, had a good bit of action, and fun banter between Dustan and Cherise. Loved the ending.
I received a copy of this book. My honest review is voluntarily provided.
4.5 stars
An excellent romantic suspense with a hot sauce of domination
This is definitely one of my favourite books of the Cavalieri Della Morte series. The author writes with such panache, imbuing her characters with the depth and emotion necessary to connect profoundly with them. Reading this felt like coming home, warm and relaxed, somewhere I not only was happy to be but also never wanted to leave. The story flowed through me, never needing any effort on my part to read, rather it soaked into my very being.
I adored both Dustan and Cherise, they felt so normal and believable, not to mention they had a chemistry that was electric. In many ways this felt very much like Ms Stone’s Owned & Protected series, though without the Pet Play and BDSM. There is a definite air of domination by Dustan, though Cherise, despite starting out as an introvert, is very much NOT the submissive. The scenes following where she decided to be a Bad Girl were very hot indeed! Whilst I love my BDSM stories, this was the type of relationship and power exchange that anybody can still enjoy reading about.
The twists, turns and action in the plot held my attention throughout. There are no silly scenes that stretch the imagination – it is enough for me that Dustan is an elite assassin. We don’t need, and thankfully don’t get, ridiculous scenes where he repeatedly and single-handedly battles dozens of men. Where he receives grievous injuries but still takes down a small army. It may seem odd that I’m telling you what ISN’T in the book, but I’m hoping to convey how much this story line worked.
Whilst I was very much looking forward to reading this offering in the CDM series, I also had high expectations of it. Of course this then leaves one open to disappointment – and I’m always honest when that happens, even when I normally love the author’s work. The wonderful news is that this didn’t leave me flat or scrabbling for words, trying to make a silk purse out of a sow’s ear. This book easily stands on it’s own merits and is worth reading even if you haven’t read any of the rest of the series. In fact it is written in a way that means you DON’T need to have read any of the other books.
Valor is an 18+ book ideal for fans of the author, romantic suspense and those who love well written characters and a good plot.
Dustan…oh dirty Dustan.
This one wasn’t as dark or bloody but it was sooo steamy.
Plenty of action and twists.
The Cavalieri Della Morte series has been one brilliant read after another.
~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 –
Book Cover~ Dark, sexy and Deadly
Series~ Cavalieri Della Morte series
Source~ Kindle eBook – ARC for honest review
Would I read more from the author? Yes
Would I recommend this book? Yes
What a fantastic book. The chemistry between Cherise and Dustan is explosive. The action and sex will keep you on the edge of your seat and wanting more. Cherise has lead a sheltered life and Dustan is turning her world upside down. Enjoy
Valor (Cavalieri Della Morte series) by Measha Stone is the next assassin Dustin. He is at a bar waiting for his mark. He has been studying him for a while and tonight is the night. While waiting for him Cherise comes in the bar. She stands out and doesn’t seem to fit in. She ends up striking up a conversation with Dustin. When Dustin goes to take care of his mark Cherise walked in. Dustin can not have loose ends. When a price is put on her head Dustin needs to know why. This story is something else. Dustin is into punishment. He doesn’t like bad girls and has no problem teaching them a lesson. On their journey Cherise learns so much about herself and discovers a person she didn’t now she was. It is because of both Dustin and Cherise I really liked this story. I am loving this series. Each assassin has their issues which bought them to Arthur. Still looking forward to his story. 4 stars for me.
OMG! Valor is creative, entertaining, and HOT! HOT! HOT! A page-turner from the very start. I’ve fallen for Dustan, and his *clears throat* “ways”. Well done Measha Stone! Fantastic read!!!
I’ve said this before and I truly mean it! This Series just keeps getting better with every book!! This is the 11th book in the Cavalieri Della Morte Series. Dustan has been one of Arthur Calthorpe’s deadly Assassins for over ten years. His next assignment was a simple one but while following his mark, a woman distracts him from the target. Cherise Styles was a complication Dustan didn’t want yet he had no choice but to get involved. No witnesses….Ever! What will he do when this innocent woman needs protection from not only the Cavalieri but another threat?As always with this series there are many twists,plenty of action, and of course steaminess! I’m loving naughty, dominant Dustan! Told in dual POV