VIOLENCE (ANTIHERO INFERNO #3) by Lily White: Release Blitz & ARC Review

Title: Violence

Series: Antihero Inferno #3

Author: Lily White

Genre: Romantic Suspense

Release Date: July 29, 2020

Seventh Circle

Violence Also Known As Ezra Cross
He’s one of a pair. Identical twin to Damon. And an enforcer for the Inferno if one is ever needed.
I knew better than to get involved with him. With his aggression. With the constant fights. With the games the twins were known to play with every woman stupid enough to fall for them.
We made a mistake when we met again as adults. I fell in love. He fell in love. His brother fell in love, too.
What used to be a good time is now a tragedy.
Our story is messy. It’s cruel. It’s forbidden.
Despite all that, Ezra refuses to let go.
*** Each novel in the series depicts a unique romance, but the plots through each book connect in one world. For the best experience, read the series in order. Nine Dangerous Men. Nine Unrepentant Sinners. Nine Irresistible Manipulators.

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Lily White is a romance writer who likes to dabble on the taboo side of eroticism. She is most known for her Masters Series, Target This, Wishing Well, and Asylum. In addition to dark romance Lily writes contemporary romance, taboo romance, and psychological thrillers. Lily enjoys stretching her writing muscles by continuing to challenge herself with each book she publishes.

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Violence by Lily White
My rating: 3 of 5 stars


“You were going the wrong way.”“I don’t think away from you is the wrong way.”

Third book in the Antihero Inferno Series, Violence didn't stir the emotions I was expecting when it comes to Mrs White books.

I know I'm in the minority with my rating, but in spite of the tension and the scorching hot scenes between Ezra,  Damon and Emily, the story never truly gripped me.

As the beginning certainly intrigued me with the secrets, the danger and the weight of obligations on Emily's shoulders, after few chapters, the storyline fell flat. The numerous repetitions slowed the pace and the mystery didn't seem to evolve, giving the impression of running in circles, of never getting anywhere.

Ezra and Damon's personalities were well developed, their demons and their scars touched me. The violence battling within them was palpable.

"I’m only hurting her, and it’s driving me so fucking nuts I can barely sleep at night."

On the other hand, I couldn't relate to Emily's life. As a 28 years old woman, she lacks substance, not really revealing herself and her strength, unless when she is fighting the twins.

"A girl caged. A queen and the beast that kneels at her feet."

All in all, Violence didn't exactly convince me, with characters who didn't act their age, a plot that evolved too slowly. The ending, though made me want to explore more of the Inferno universe. I am curious to see if the next installment will give us more answers. 


I VOLUNTARILY REVIEWED AN ARC COPY OF THIS BOOK. THANK YOU!!!

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