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Violent Delights (White Monarch Book 1) Kindle Edition

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I was born a princess among criminals. An untouchable among thieves. Heiress to a life others have killed for, and one I'd do anything to escape. I vowed not to leave without Diego, my first love and best friend, but if his ruthless brother has his way, I won’t leave at all.

Cristiano de la Rosa is a man as big and bold as his legend. Once upon a time, he was our cartel’s best soldier . . . until he became my family’s worst enemy. And a man like Cristiano will bend fate to his will to get what he wants—even if it means tearing me from another's arms.

Because in the de la Rosa family, old grudges run deeper than loyalty, and betrayal is a three-letter word: war. But this feud isn’t between enemies—it’s between brothers. And I’m the prize.
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"Hands down the BEST book I have read this year...Complex, twisty, angsty, unputdownable. THIS IS A BOOK YOU MUST READ...This is the book you've been looking for. The story you have been wanting. Ah, my God! It is phenomenal! 6 million stars!"--Angie's Dreamy Reads
"Phenomenal!...That was a rollercoaster ride. So exciting and suspenseful and sexy and breathtaking."--USA Today Bestselling Author Lauren Rowe
"Addictive and deliciously promising."--USA Today bestselling author RS Grey
"Captivating, intriguing, exciting, and incredibly addicting! I'm absolutely HOOKED!...I haven't been this pumped for a brand new series in quite a while."--Shayna Renee
"WOW, WOW, WOW! What an intriguing start to another attention grabbing series by Jessica Hawkins."--Cindy, Goodreads
"This story should come with a fair warning like 'Your heart is about to be wrecked by Jessica Hawkins and she will leave you in a beautiful mess.' Trust me, you NEED this book."--PP's Bookshelf
She's not called the Queen of Angst for nothing. And Violent Delights is proof of that!--Chayo, Goodreads
"I am literally in dangerous love with this book. Jessica weaves action, heartbreak, death, and loyalty into a story that will be spinning on replay in my head until I get my hands on BOOK 2."--Yvette, Booksandbandanas
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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B07MDHNXPY
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ (March 19, 2019)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ March 19, 2019
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 1.3 MB
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Jessica Hawkins is a USA Today bestselling author known for her "emotionally gripping" and "off-the-charts hot" romance. Dubbed "queen of angst" by both peers and readers for her smart and provocative work, she's garnered a cult-like following of fans who love to be torn apart...and put back together.

She writes romance both at home in New York City and around the world, a coffee shop traveler who bounces from café to café with just a laptop, headphones, and a coffee cup. She loves to keep in close touch with her readers, mostly via Facebook, Instagram, and her mailing list.

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Customers find the storyline captivating and interesting. They describe the romance as sweet and intense, with a blend of drama and sibling rivalry. Readers praise the writing style as great and articulate. They become invested in the characters and feel the book draws them in and holds their attention throughout. The book has elements of deception, loyalty, mystery, and power plays that keep customers guessing until the end.

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124 customers mention "Storyline"110 positive14 negative

Customers enjoy the storyline. They find it engaging with an intriguing plot that keeps them hooked until the end. The characters add depth to the story and keep readers guessing until the unexpected ending.

"...The angst, the slow burn, the twists and turns, I loved every second of this book!" Read more

"...But it was SO MUCH MORE than even I imagined. It is packed with secrets.....it’s addicting and angsty in a way that I can’t even begin to explain...." Read more

"...GAH! Seriously. The ending was an amazing cliffy, and everyone knows when it's a series, it is expected that there will be cliffhangers, so do not..." Read more

"...The prologue started with a bang, but even the end of this closes with a bang, too, in cartel style. I can't wait to see where this story leads next." Read more

55 customers mention "Romance"48 positive7 negative

Customers enjoy the book's romance. They find it sweet, intense, and suspenseful. The story is filled with raw emotion and a sensual tango between three people.

"...reading Broken Knight by LJ Shen, when I randomly clicked this stunning cover and was captivated from the very first page!..." Read more

"...It is packed with secrets.....it’s addicting and angsty in a way that I can’t even begin to explain. And what’s more?..." Read more

"...of what binds them all together and at the center it's her: young, sweet, yet-naive-Natalia, a cartel princess...." Read more

"...I loved the tension forming because Natalia's gut is speaking to her, even if she has set the speaker sound down on low...." Read more

44 customers mention "Writing style"39 positive5 negative

Customers enjoy the writing style. They find the words perfect, articulate, and easy to read. The book flows smoothly, with a well-narrated narrative. Readers appreciate the author's skill in writing about dark and taboo subjects.

"...This book had me captivated, I absolutely love Jessica Hawkins writing style!..." Read more

"...characters who have boldly defined personalities, and writing that just LIVES and BREATHES. I am such a fan of this book. You need to read it...." Read more

"...I have read several books by Jessica Hawkins and truly enjoy her writing style...." Read more

"...However, because Jessica is such a good writer, I keep coming back. Just running out of book money." Read more

41 customers mention "Character development"33 positive8 negative

Customers enjoy the character development in the book. They find the characters well-developed and engaging, with Natalia being a strong protagonist. The story is told mainly from Natalia's perspective, with small parts from Diego and Cristiano's perspectives. Readers appreciate the Latina main character and the flow of the narrative.

"...Told in: Primarily from Natalia’s POV, with small POV segments from both Diego & Cristiano...." Read more

"...Every word forces you to pay attention. The characters are commanding and demanding, bold and cunning, smart and layered, and just woweeeeeeee!..." Read more

"...lol Natalia is such a beautifully strong, loyal and determined character. Cristiano. This man. THIS. MAN...." Read more

"...This book was good. A lot of character building in it. Moving on to book #2." Read more

25 customers mention "Readability"18 positive7 negative

Customers enjoy the book's readability. They find it engaging and difficult to put down. The plot twists keep them hooked, and there are few lulls during world-building. Many readers describe the book as an all-night binge read.

"...It is packed with secrets.....it’s addicting and angsty in a way that I can’t even begin to explain. And what’s more?..." Read more

"...pause so you can let them live in you a bit longer....Big book hangovers are the best and Jessica seriously gave me a massive brain hemorrhage with..." Read more

"...But it didn’t give me the feels. I mostly felt neutral while reading this book...it felt bland...like I was just going through the motion of reading..." Read more

"...and plot have been set up in such a way that the reader is constantly dangled with tidbits that keep one engaged, but still enticed to figure out..." Read more

21 customers mention "Loyalty"18 positive3 negative

Customers find the book engaging with its mystery, deception, and character chemistry. They find the story fast-paced and keep them guessing with tightly guarded secrets. The romance, betrayal, murder, passion, and trust are also mentioned as elements that keep readers hooked. Overall, customers describe it as an intriguing cartel story full of suspense and passionate love scenes.

"...There's war, dishonor, betrayal, suspense, mystery, melt your kindle steamy scenes, and teasing glints of what's to come....and the ending. GAH...." Read more

"...What could be more messed up than that? Truth, trust, and lives are on the line, and I’m hopelessly addicted to the manipulative romantic triangle..." Read more

"...Violent Delights 🔫 was a story of intrigue, deception, lust, love, betrayal, and loyalty all woven into one that will leave you reeling!..." Read more

"...was Cristiano. So dark and mysterious. He had to flee and become someone else. Someone truly ruthless, unforgiving, and..." Read more

20 customers mention "Start to series"20 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the book's start to the series. They find it an engaging set-up that keeps them hooked until the end. The author is well-known for creating steamy, suspenseful reads that keep readers engaged.

"...chapter of Violent Delights is through Natalia’s eyes and sets the scene for the series. It evolves heavily around Christiano and Diego...." Read more

"...The series is off to great start, even if it’s a bit of a slow crawl." Read more

"...You got it. I bought the whole series and I quickly devoured the first book. I knew I would love it...." Read more

"...This book really sets up the series nicely, while it's a bit slow at the beginning I appreciated the fact that we sort of get the setup of what's to..." Read more

23 customers mention "Pacing"13 positive10 negative

Customers have different views on the pacing of the book. Some find it engaging and fast-paced, finishing it in one sitting. Others feel the story drags and is not as suspenseful as expected.

"...her most recent work "Right Where I Want You", which was funny and lighthearted, Jessica has ventured into darker territory having taken the road..." Read more

"...Unfortunately it was really slow to start, and FMC was naive to the point of idiocy...." Read more

"...I can tell the author took the time to really write a detailed, smart, complex, and thoroughly thought-out tale...." Read more

"...I will say that though I found most of book 1 slow paced, towards the 90% mark I was FULLY IN...." Read more

4.5 INTRIGUING SUSPENSEFUL STARS!
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4.5 INTRIGUING SUSPENSEFUL STARS!
Yaasss, I must say Jessica Hawkins did not disappoint!! Violent Delights 🔫 was a story of intrigue, deception, lust, love, betrayal, and loyalty all woven into one that will leave you reeling!I won't go into too much detail and spoil the heck out of this book but its crucial that you, the reader, figure it out on your own. Ultimately, Natalia learns her first lesson, she cannot trust anyone. This is the tale of two brothers fighting and loving one woman. Natalia must decide whom she picks at the end. There is much left to be explained and resolved which has me dying for the rest of the books! 🌹So much suspense and angst ugh, I just can't. I hate one brother and love the other. As the story progresses the truth will be brought to light. I'm shook!! 🙊😭. A warning: this book does end in a cliffhanger. So if you hate them, wait until the trilogy is complete to start.
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  • Bexxy
    5.0 out of 5 stars The angst, the slow burn, the twists and turns, I loved every second of this book!
    Reviewed in the United States on September 15, 2019
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    I was suffering through a book hangover after reading Broken Knight by LJ Shen, when I randomly clicked this stunning cover and was captivated from the very first page! I’ve never been a huge fan of Mafia reads because they usually end up being too dark for me. However, recently I’ve been gravitating towards darker reads as my reading palette changes and grows. Violent Delights has been sitting on my TBR from the minute I first saw the cover, I’m obsessed with Romeo & Juliet, Mexico and the Day of the Dead, so I was intrigued when I saw the cover and then I read the blurb and knew I needed to get my hands on it! And still, I waited far too long to read this captivating book!

    Violent Delights is written in three POV’s, the main being Natalia Cruz with a chapter each from Diego de la Rosa and Christiano de la Rosa.

    Natalia Cruz is a sheltered Mafia Princess who has lived amongst the chaos for most of her life and yet has no idea what those around her are capable of. Her father made a conscious decision to keep her as far removed from anything to do with the Cartel, even sending her to California to attend school.

    The opening chapter of Violent Delights is through Natalia’s eyes and sets the scene for the series. It evolves heavily around Christiano and Diego. There is quite an age difference between the 3 characters, Natalia has grown up being quite close to both brothers in different ways. One always her protector, and the other always getting her into trouble.

    Christiano and Diego are from the De la Rosa Cartel Family who you learn early in the book were killed, leaving Natalia’s father to take Christiano and Deigo under his wing.

    I found Natalia to be a slightly frustrating character, she was naïve and seemed so much younger then her 20 years. She made decisions that made me want to shake some common sense into her. And then at other times she was far more perceptive than anyone gave her credit for. As I got further into the book and she grew as a character I liked her more and more.

    I always tend to fall for the bad boy, the one that everyone else doesn’t want the heroine to be with and I instantly fell for Christiano in Violent Delights while simultaneously falling in dislike with Diego. I never connected with his character, I thought he was your typical manipulative character.

    Violent Delights was exactly what I needed to get over a book hangover, I was obsessed from the first page and struggled to put it down when life got in the way. I found myself hiding in the car for a few brief minutes before having to go into work to read just one more page. This book had me captivated, I absolutely love Jessica Hawkins writing style! The angst, the slow burn, the twists and turns, I loved every second of this book!
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  • Jennifer Hinson
    4.0 out of 5 stars Worth EVERY bit of the hype.....
    Reviewed in the United States on March 16, 2020
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    “Betrayal had a price, and even family had to pay.”

    This series has been on my radar for a while now, but I am not big on starting a series and knowing I have to wait months in between installments.....mainly because my memory is crap and I always forget most of what I’m supposed to know. So, I wait until the series is complete or near complete. In this case I waited quite a while after it was complete BUT I am glad I did......because this was one of those I couldn’t put down until it’s conclusion. It’s THAT GOOD.

    Reading the blurb, I had an idea of what to expect YET also wasn’t fully capable of understanding the complexity that this series held. Two brothers, one girl. A tragic betrayal that seemed to start it all. You will be forced to pick between brothers, not knowing the true scope of how much of their “monster” they are showing you. But it was SO MUCH MORE than even I imagined. It is packed with secrets.....it’s addicting and angsty in a way that I can’t even begin to explain. And what’s more? It gets even better in the next one. From the freaking prologue I was at a level of obsession with these characters that might not have been necessarily healthy.

    Overall Plot/Story: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
    Plot Pace/Speed: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
    Cristiano de la Rosa: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
    Diego de la Rosa: ⭐️⭐️
    Natalia Cruz: ⭐️⭐️⭐️
    Steamy Meter: 🔥
    Angst Meter: 🖤🖤🖤🖤

    Book Facts:
    Told in: Primarily from Natalia’s POV, with small POV segments from both Diego & Cristiano.
    About: In the first installment of the White Monarch trilogy, the princess of the Cruz Cartel Natalia has planned to get far away & stay far away from that dangerous life. The plan? To have her father release the love of her life Diego from his duties so they can live their happily ever after without looking over their shoulders. But when a monster from their past comes out of the shadows, it’s not just Natalia’s plans that are in danger.....this monster is out to own her as well.
    Safe Read? Yes, although it does contain some cartel-related violence and scenes.
    Ends in: A cliffy that continues in the next installment (already out).

    My Thoughts:
    There were so many things I loved about this book. It’s one where even the things you hate (characters, decisions, etc) can’t be considered negatives because they bring so much to the story. In this installment, she does a great job at showcasing two brothers who are enemies with secrets we (as the reader) aren’t meant to uncover or know. Yet, what you are given about both of them is what you use to “pick” which one you are rooting for. That one for me? Without a doubt it was Cristiano. Sure he’s the “bad” guy, assumed to have committed the single worst crime against Natalia & her family.....yet I knew from that very first scene that he is so much more than we are shown and that he was the “better” brother. But in this installment? He is very very bad, and so good at it. He is everything I love in an antihero. As for Diego, the good brother, he is hiding some stuff......I cannot wait to see what those things are.

    I loved how realistic the entire cartel world Jessica created was. Never once did I feel like something was far-fetched or ridiculous. And the sexual tension & chemistry between Natalia & Cristiano is only going to get hotter....I just know it. But if I had to pick one “negative”, it would be Natalia’s blind loyalty & devotion to Diego. She’s a smart girl, yet she abandons every ounce of intelligence when it comes to Diego. I could normally chalk this up to love and the beauty of such an incredibly deep trust, BUT not when it is so evident he is manipulating her for his own gain. Hopefully she starts to question more in the next installment.

    My Verdict:
    This is an absolute MUST READ series. I have to warn y’all though.....before you even think about opening this make sure you have enough time to finish the series. You are not going to want to put it down until you get to the conclusion, TRUST ME. Jessica created a series that is worthy of the hype surrounding it.

    “As I told you before, brother, once this was done, there’d be no turning back. She is mine. If you, or anyone, touches her again, I will rain down a fury the likes of which not even the Maldonados have seen.”
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  • Sangita Prataap
    5.0 out of 5 stars Very interesting and gripping
    Reviewed in India on February 10, 2023
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    Very well written and excellent storyline. Charaters are very strong and the twists and turns are very interesting. Must read for everyone. Different from all thr other Mafia novels.
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  • Fiona
    5.0 out of 5 stars Right up my alley 🥰
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 24, 2019
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    I've always loved Jessica's books. They have never failed to grip or enthralled. Violent Things didnt disappoint. Im not sure which of the brothers to love or give the side eye at the moment as well as will Natalia allow them to play her or will she grow a backbone and show them who's boss. I loved all of the characters and the storyline and I cannot wait to start reading book two.
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  • AngieH
    4.0 out of 5 stars Cartel Forced Marriage romance
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 2, 2024
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    I enjoyed reading this story. A Cartel forced marriage romance. Natalia Cruz, shielded from the Cartel life by leaving to study away from home. Trying to live a normal life away from danger. Her mother’s brutal murder has haunted her since childhood. Unfortunately for Natalia the man at the forefront of her nightmares is back. Cristiano De La Rosa, is now head of a rival cartel. Lots of scary, angsty, hot moments between Natalia and Cristiano. Natalia and her secret love Diego De La Rosa are planning a secret life away from the Cruz Cartel. There plans don’t go how they expect. A good storyline with great characters, I ploughed straight into book 2.
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  • Nikita Parikh (Literary Odyssey)
    4.0 out of 5 stars Must read Series !
    Reviewed in India on July 27, 2019
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    Oh My God!
    I've been in this authors facebook group for a while and have been hesitant to pick a book to read. But when the blurb of this book dropped, I was intrigued but hesitant because it has themes of love triangle. I finally gave in ! ( Let me be honest, the book cover was also one of the reason- God that cover is AMAZING.)
    The book gripped me right from page one. The story is full of twists and turns and keeps you on the edge with every page you flip. I am not a patient reader but nevertheless, I picked up this book because it was intriguing to me. And boy was I not wrong!
    The book gives you a glimpse into the world of cartel. Along with this it also gives you a taste of what alpha males really look and think like. The character development of all the three characters - Diego, Cristiano and Natalia. It was a treat to see that each character had its own set of flaws and strength. This particular scene where Natalia is restricted by her father and Diego to attend the party and she does it nevertheless because she's curious and stubborn. And how she meets a stranger who ignites her body and mind while warning her to stay away was HAWWTTTT !! (Read the book to know who that stranger is !!) And the club scene.... oh my !
    The only reason I gave this book a 4 star instead of 5 is I want to see how the story pans out through the series!
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  • Amanda Brown
    5.0 out of 5 stars Loved 💫💫💫
    Reviewed in Australia on August 19, 2020
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    Well where do I start?

    A love story like no other- princess of a cartel is in more danger then she thinks. When life is ripped out from under her what does she do?

    Join Natalia & Her Man on a roller coaster

    Well done Jessica Hawkins what a beautiful story
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