4 stars

As a whole  I love this series, but if I'm honest this book is not my favourite. It's still a great read that's well written and a good addition to the series, but taking the guys away from the Kings changed the dynamic and the feel of this one. There is still danger present but it feels a bit abstract and not immediate. The most danger comes from Viktor himself as he battles his addictions and how he puts himself in danger to relieve them.

I felt the pace of this one slowed down as it was more relationship driven. Ranger and Vik get away from everyone and spend the time together helping Viktor get clean and strong so he can take the fight to the enemies constantly circling. His struggle was well written and the times in his head you could feel the confusion he was going through. The fact that this addiction was forced on him was harder for me as I felt so bad reading his struggles. 

I loved how they both slowly got to know each other. They'd spent time together previously where their attraction blossomed but now they had the chance to really get away from it all and spend the time opening up to each other. Not that that was easy as they also had a number of half conversations that were annoying at times, as I wanted the information and was denied as the conversation was diverted by one of them. 

I enjoyed the end and how it all came together. The Kings got their chance to shine as they circled the wagons to protect their injured mate. It showcased the best of the club environment. 

Can't wait for the next book in this series and hopefully that Jake gets his HEA too. 

ARC received from GRR.