Bull and Tiger are back. And they are lighting fire to the world around them. Just as dark as it's predecessor, but in a different way, Blowback holds it's own and completes The Monsters Within Duet stunningly. Monica James has such a flow with words that I couldn't help being taken hostage by their current. She painted a detailed picture in my mind, capturing me in this world, yet again.
Jumping back into Bull and Tiger's minds has been a delicious privilege. Consuming darkness and breaking light, they crash together, sparking something akin to a sunrise. Breathtaking and vivid. Stopping me in my tracks. Once again, Monica awakened the little monster living in my mind and rewarded her with a feast. She is sated and probably napping now. But oh, how spoiled her darkness has been by this entire story.
“I don’t know what happened to you, but the demons inside you, they’ll never go away. They’re a part of you. Don’t try to beat them. They’re what distinguishes you from the rest.” - José
This book kept me suspended, beginning to end. I'm convinced that Monica James doesn't believe in 'filler' words. Every single word aided in the intricate construction of this plotline. Witty dialogue. Dark romance. Characters that bloom before your eyes. Every piece detailed enough to paint a movie-like image in my mind, but never over-worded. She genuinely hit it out of the park with the conclusion to this duet!
"Blood. It’s what courses through our veins. It doesn’t matter what color we are, what god we believe in, or what language we speak; it’s the common denominator throughout the world." - Bullseye
My review for the first half, can be found HERE
Rating:
Book Boyfriend: 9/10
Flow: 10/10
Plot: 9/10
Overall: 9/10
Currently available, new release!!!
Synopsis:
My endgame has changed all because I met someone who wishes I was dead. Yet her hatred is the only thing saving her from The Big Bad. My lies protect her, so the harder she hates, the safer she is.
The thing about love and hate—it skates a very thin line. I need to stay away. It’s better for everyone if I do. But fighting this is like fighting nature.
Our paths crossed for a reason, and my Tiger isn’t fooled. Once the smoke clears, she will see every player, including me. I don’t deserve a second chance. But I want one…because I want her. The question is, what happens when the truth is finally revealed?
With the end in sight, I can promise you there will be nothing but violence and mayhem.
Oh yes, blood will be shed.
