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sterling_sapphic_reads's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Broken Vows Blessed Hearts #1 is a dark sapphic romance that pulled me in from the very first page and never let go. This thrilling mafia romance is everything I hoped for and more, with layers of intrigue, passion, and intense character development.
The story centers around Siobhán Branigan and Nessa Tobin, two formidable women from rival gangs. Siobhán, the devoted heir to her father's gang, refuses to be used as a pawn in a political marriage to Oisín, the heir of the Cavanaugh gang. Her defiant act of running away sets the stage for a riveting chase. Nessa, the fierce and brutal enforcer for the Cavanaugh gang, is determined to hunt down the girl who could ruin everything. The dynamic between these two strong, complex characters is electric, and their evolving relationship kept me glued to the pages.
What sets this book apart is its dark, gritty depiction of the mafia world. The authors masterfully craft a dangerous, realistic backdrop for the story, adding depth and tension to every scene. The stark realism of the mafia lifestyle is portrayed with great detail, making the stakes feel incredibly high and the dangers ever-present. Fans of mafia romances will find this twist particularly refreshing, as it infuses the genre with new life through the intense and electric chemistry between Siobhán and Nessa.
The steaminess of Siobhán and Nessa's relationship is off the charts. The authors excel in building tension and delivering passionate scenes that are both intense and well written. The palpable chemistry between these two characters enhances the overall narrative, making their interactions incredibly engaging and satisfying. Additionally, Siobhán's journey is a highlight of the story. Her strength, vulnerability, and determination to forge her own path despite the odds make her a character that truly tugs at the heartstrings. I found myself rooting for her throughout the entire book, invested in her growth and struggles.
The plot twist at the end was unexpected and brilliantly executed, leaving me eager for the next installment and wondering what lies ahead for these two captivating characters. Broken Vows is a dark, steamy, and utterly compelling read that I highly recommend. If you're a fan of mafia romances, this sapphic twist will not disappoint. I can't wait to see where the story goes next!
The story centers around Siobhán Branigan and Nessa Tobin, two formidable women from rival gangs. Siobhán, the devoted heir to her father's gang, refuses to be used as a pawn in a political marriage to Oisín, the heir of the Cavanaugh gang. Her defiant act of running away sets the stage for a riveting chase. Nessa, the fierce and brutal enforcer for the Cavanaugh gang, is determined to hunt down the girl who could ruin everything. The dynamic between these two strong, complex characters is electric, and their evolving relationship kept me glued to the pages.
What sets this book apart is its dark, gritty depiction of the mafia world. The authors masterfully craft a dangerous, realistic backdrop for the story, adding depth and tension to every scene. The stark realism of the mafia lifestyle is portrayed with great detail, making the stakes feel incredibly high and the dangers ever-present. Fans of mafia romances will find this twist particularly refreshing, as it infuses the genre with new life through the intense and electric chemistry between Siobhán and Nessa.
The steaminess of Siobhán and Nessa's relationship is off the charts. The authors excel in building tension and delivering passionate scenes that are both intense and well written. The palpable chemistry between these two characters enhances the overall narrative, making their interactions incredibly engaging and satisfying. Additionally, Siobhán's journey is a highlight of the story. Her strength, vulnerability, and determination to forge her own path despite the odds make her a character that truly tugs at the heartstrings. I found myself rooting for her throughout the entire book, invested in her growth and struggles.
The plot twist at the end was unexpected and brilliantly executed, leaving me eager for the next installment and wondering what lies ahead for these two captivating characters. Broken Vows is a dark, steamy, and utterly compelling read that I highly recommend. If you're a fan of mafia romances, this sapphic twist will not disappoint. I can't wait to see where the story goes next!
retrogirlreads's review against another edition
5.0
Holy freaking crap, this book was everything I didn’t know I needed and more. Siobhán and Nessa’s love story was agonizingly angsty and deeply emotional, and I loved every second of it. Siobhán might actually be one of the strongest fictional characters I’ve ever read about, and despite the horrible life she’s had, she’s still incredibly brave and resilient. And Nessa! I admired her brutality and her confidence, the way she was always ready to stand up for herself and those she cared about. Their chemistry was scorching hot, and the steamy scenes were *chef’s kiss* 5 freaking stars!!!
samira26's review against another edition
dark
emotional
lighthearted
reflective
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
3.0
svartalingon's review against another edition
dark
funny
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content and Torture
abinthebooks's review against another edition
DNF @ 50%
I was so bored reading this which sucks because I’ve never in my life encountered a sapphic mafia romance. I just felt like this relationship had no build up, and I didn’t really care about either of these characters /:
I was so bored reading this which sucks because I’ve never in my life encountered a sapphic mafia romance. I just felt like this relationship had no build up, and I didn’t really care about either of these characters /:
beth_ap999's review against another edition
challenging
dark
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.0
williebenz's review
5.0
TW/ Tropes: rival families, grumpy x sunshine, dark romance, Irish mafia, enemies to lovers, sapphic, Blood, Death, Torture, Gang violence, Gun and knife violence, Sexualisation of religion, Kidnapping, Knife play, childhood abuse, past assault and threats, verbal abuse from a parent, Anxiety, Depression, Praise and degradation, Abandonment, Homelessness
Broken Vows is an ADULT, DARK FF mafia romance. It is a stand-alone, and the first in a connected series of stand-alones. I was super excited for this book - and it didn't disappoint! The chemistry between the two leads was hot and steamy. Siobhan’s dad has set up an arranged marriage between Siobhan and the son of the rival mafia to end the war. But Siobhan take matters into her own hands and runs away until one day she meets the rival’s enforcer, Nessa and everything changes. I really love the dual POV‘s as you get to witness what circumstances shaped Nessa and Siobhan‘s life for them to become such strong women in the mafia world. I’m so excited for book 2 and I hope we get to see more of Nessa‘s best friend Sebastian.
Broken Vows is an ADULT, DARK FF mafia romance. It is a stand-alone, and the first in a connected series of stand-alones. I was super excited for this book - and it didn't disappoint! The chemistry between the two leads was hot and steamy. Siobhan’s dad has set up an arranged marriage between Siobhan and the son of the rival mafia to end the war. But Siobhan take matters into her own hands and runs away until one day she meets the rival’s enforcer, Nessa and everything changes. I really love the dual POV‘s as you get to witness what circumstances shaped Nessa and Siobhan‘s life for them to become such strong women in the mafia world. I’m so excited for book 2 and I hope we get to see more of Nessa‘s best friend Sebastian.
chelseas_book_reviews's review against another edition
5.0
Holy cow! This book was absolutely amazing! We follow Siobhan who has just caused a bloodbath at her wedding. She refuses to marry a man she barely knows just so that her crime family and her betrothed's crime family can finally be at peace with each other. She ends up on the run and is soon captured by Nessa and Sebastian and is held captive in the Cavanaugh Crime syndicate's base until they figure out what to do with her. Siobhan and Nessa soon fall for each other, but there's a problem, Siobhan is supposed to be Nessa's enemy. Nessa has convinced herself that she absolutely HATES Siobhan and Siobhan is upset with herself for wanting Nessa. Soon, they find they can't stay away from each other! There is a lot of spice and a lot of love! This book was fantastically written and it has a HEA! It is a dark romance, so please read the trigger warnings before jumping in, but trust me, you won't regret reading this!
Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️/⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️/⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
beastreader's review against another edition
5.0
Broken Vows by Nadine O'Keeffe and Scarlet King is all that with whip cream and a cherry on top! This book is just what I needed in my life right now. It is so deliciously sinful. I could not get enough of Siobhán and Nessa. If you are looking for your next or just wanting to try a sapphic FF dark romance, you have to pick up a copy of Broken Vows.
While this book may be focused on Siobhán and Nessa, Sebastian is a nice addition as well. He brings the comedic humor to the story. It is very entertaining to see him push Nessa's buttons about Siobhán. Anybody else would be dead if they tried to push Nessa's buttons. Each intimate moment between these two women just got spicer and spicer. I can't wait to read book two.
While this book may be focused on Siobhán and Nessa, Sebastian is a nice addition as well. He brings the comedic humor to the story. It is very entertaining to see him push Nessa's buttons about Siobhán. Anybody else would be dead if they tried to push Nessa's buttons. Each intimate moment between these two women just got spicer and spicer. I can't wait to read book two.