Sophie LarkRomance · Romantic Suspense
Brutal Prince
Synopsis
The Griffins and Gallos have been locked in a brutal war for Chicago's underworld for generations. When Aida Gallo crashes a Griffin party and sets a library ablaze, her father arranges a marriage to Callum Griffin, the eldest son, to prevent all-out war. Callum, cold and ambitious, aims to tame his fiery bride, but Aida is ready to fight back, even on their wedding night. This marriage of convenience ignites a dangerous power struggle where neither is willing to yield.
How it reads
Prose complexity 4/10
Content warnings (1)
Violence
- <div>While this was an easy, engaging read, I couldn't help but feel underwhelmed. The story follows Aida, the youngest child of the Gallo family, and Callum, the heir to the Irish mafia, as they're set up in an arranged marriage. The chemistry between them is undeniable, but their interactions often left me gagging, and Aida's behavior gave me second-hand embarrassment. The writing style feels somewhat juvenile, particularly in the dialogue, which lacked substance and depth. Despite this, Aida's spunky attitude and determination are admirable. Overall, it was an entertaining read, but not without its flaws.</div>
- <div>Tbh, it moved really fast for me. I was done with the book and was like that’s it? Lol it was a cutie but I do wish there was a bit more character development as well as seeing a better relationship developed between the families, I love the dramatics of it all but I didn’t really feel connected to the characters </div>