I expected more of a plot and maybe more of everything else other than sex, for example, more banter before they started to have sex ( I love the kind of banter JT writes, it is always great fun but there is very little of it in this book) and I also expected more emotional depth before they started to have sex.

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But nope, it is all about “oh you are beautiful”, “oh you are hot”, “let’s try this position, now” “let’s try this kink, now” etc. Yeah, that’s usually how it goes. Ruthless Creatures is the start of her brand new Queens & Monsters series and I was so here for it. Mafia bad boys meet their match with fierce heroines? Yes please and thank you! The heroine(s): Natalie Peterson - Her fiancé David disappeared five years ago on the eve of their wedding. Her current boyfriend just broke up with her because she has been living in the past. She freely admits that what happened to her fiancé damaged her. She’s a pretty girl. But there are a million pretty girls in the world.” He lifts his hand and lightly touches my cheek. His voice softer, he says, “There’s only one of you.” I exhale, hard, and close my eyes. “You’re killing me here.” 🥹 All in all, the writing style of “Ruthless Creatures” is engaging and effective, making it a worthwhile read for fans of the genre. Conclusion

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Her first novel was published in 2012. Since then she’s written eighteen more novels. When she’s not writing, she’s reading, drinking wine, surfing the internet, and daydreaming about all the things she’s going to be when she grows up. She lives near the beach in Los Angeles with her husband and deaf/demented rescue kitty, Ginger. The fast-paced action and dangerous mafia world created by J.T. Geissinger has captivated readers, who are eager to explore this universe further and dive into the rest of the series. Another strength of the novel is its strong heroine, Natalie, whose humor and sassy nature have endeared her to many readers. Cons

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Kage was absolutely DELICIOUS. When I tell you that the man has presence, I mean he has PRESENSE. He practically oozes sexuality and badass. But he's also hiding something dark and dangerous with Nat in the front and center of it. He tries to deny their chemistry for as long as he can (which wasn't that long) until his need for her turns desperate. Now I'm not one for the insta-love vibe, but it actually worked for me here. While the physical connection was excellently done(I didn't know this author had that in her head 😂)I confess I didn't QUITE get the "love" between the mcs which admittedly lowered my rating a tiny tiny bit. The connection between these two was intense, the initial stages when he said the things he did had me swooning. I highlighted almost every word out of his mouth. I lived for glimpses of Sloane in all her sassy, maneater glory. I love a female that owns her sexuality and is not one to settle. I can't wait to meet the man to bring her to her knees. But I digress.

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The book is filled with intelligent dialogue and steamy intimate scenes that add spice to the already intriguing plot. The chemistry between Natalie and the male lead, Kage, is electric, and their banter adds a touch of humor to the story. While it is important to note that the book contains adult language, violence, and potentially triggering content, the overall plot is captivating and well-developed.