Vicious Prince (Violent Kingdom Book 1)

This story is really cleverly wrote in that you don’t know who the villain is. Avery is the heir to an immense fortune and her dad is the biggest crime lord in California but her life is mapped out for her and it’s not what she wants. Rome is a past romance/best friend who Avery betrayed and they are brought together again in a brutal way. Really enjoyed it and loved the dual POV.

Every time Lili Saint Germain releases another book I cannot wait to get stuck in. I LOVE her writing and the way her mind ticks over to give us that dark brutal side to a story, she is the ultimate professional in this genre. Let me tell you this book is the BOMB. I was so engrossed I read it in one sitting. The story is addictive, exciting, brutal and full of tension and twists galore.Avery Capulet is the next in line to her fathers kingdom, he rules supreme in the world of crime and dodgy dealings; no one dare confront him about anything - except Avery of course. Being the only child left to take over after her sisters tragic death she has the weight of the world on her shoulders, she doesn't want the responsibly of her fathers business dominating her life, she wants to be free to live her life the way she wants to and to marry the boy she loves.Rome Montague was once in love with Avery when they were younger until her sister died and everything changed, now arch enemies what road will their destiny take now their paths have crossed again. Their families are at war with one another, nothing good can come of any sort of reunion.I loved Avery's character, she was feisty and confident and didn't take no S*** of anyone.I'm already feeling the pull towards Rome; a damaged man but underneath there is that loyalty, that fire, the man he once was, maybe he just needs the right woman to heal him.A fantastic story that will have you reading into the night, the only small criticism I would have is to say I wish the book was slightly longer, it was that good and I was so consumed with the plot and the characters I didn't want it to end, but end it did and taking about ending - phew I mean come on !!! I will have serous withdrawal symptoms from now until August when we can continue this exciting journey with the Capulet's and the Montague's and especially Avery and Rome !!!!Awesome stuff !!!

Quite boring

Can you believe this is the first book I have read by Lili St Germain!? Well I have to say, after reading this I think I need to go and read everything else she has written. From the first page I was hooked to the story!Avery Capulet is celebrating her 25th birthday, but she's really not looking forward to her party. With an arranged marriage looming, the evening is looking doomed from the start. And when events happen which lead to things going way out of control, Avery finds herself in a dark, and scary situation.Rome Montague is a bad boy. A brooding hero of this story (or is he?!) who deals with drugs, alcohol and sex! He is also pretty mysterious and definitely ruthless.I was hooked to the story. Some parts are rather dark, and incredibly violent, but with all the twists, turns and revelations I was reading this wondering what would happen next. Everything certainly isn't as it seems, but how will this story end?There is certainly no love or romance in this book!! And at the stage I didn't feel a huge connection between the main characters, but that's to be expected with the way the story leads us.I love the idea of a modern day retelling of Romeo and Juliet, and this one has darkness running through its veins. There were scenes which left me reeling, no knowing if I was coming or going. It was original and different and I definitely cannot wait for the next book in this series.

This was not the story I expected when I picked up the book! That twist blew my mind slightly. The first hint things weren’t as expected was the FBI becoming involved…. Well written though. I now need to know how Avery and Rome get their vengeance!

Enjoyed the plot and storyline. Loved that its like a modern day Romeo and Juliet. I did struggle to like Avery though. I found her spoiled and childish, and some of her action questionable. Be warned there are some triggers in this that people may find upsetting

Love this author so much. I've read her other books series the gyspy brothers. Omg amazing loved everything and loved the romeo and juilet background. I love it that much I couldn't put it down and had it read in a few hours. Can't wait for the next book to be released. Totally recommend

A dark modern take on Romeo and Juliet with a fair few differences. For starters the original had a happier ending, weird right?So yeah this book isn't sunshine and rainbows it's dark and desolate and basically unhappy all round and I love that about it because I'm now desperate to read the next one.If nothing else morbid curiosity will keep you reading because there's so much cryptic stuff said that more questions are raised than answered.The characters are fascinating and the setting is described beautifully. I can't wait to continue the story.