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A review by thesoulessrider
Painting with Blood by Dolores Lane
dark
emotional
hopeful
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Okay, so let me just say, Dolores really shocked me with this one—like, pie-to-the-face shocked! Jane and James share this insta-lust moment at the precinct when she's there reporting a break-in, and then boom, they start banging like bunnies from the get-go (I mean, whoa). But seriously, I'm here for the unaliver vibes—someone’s gotta eliminate the bad guys, right? And can we talk about Alex’s POV? Chef’s kiss. This tattooed biker with a secret demon? Total adrenaline rush. The chemistry between Alex and Jane during their painting session plus the 🌶 was off-the-charts , and I literally LOL’d at one part because it was such a Dolores moment—so relatable, especially the Google Maps part! But y’all, I was not prepared for the emotional rollercoaster. I bawled after a specific part, especially after getting the bad news about the US. #TeamAlex all the way! The revenge? Perfect. And the ending? I legit gasped, “Oh no, he’s back!” If you're looking for a book packed with feminine rage and some seriously intense moments, this is your jam. Can’t wait to dive into book 2! Make sure to check the TW! It's a shopping list.
Thanks Dolores for this ARC in exchange for my honest thoughts
Thanks Dolores for this ARC in exchange for my honest thoughts