One entity. One destination. One goal.
Oh, Maître Q ... where do I start?
It’s no secret to those who know me, that one of my biggest hates is when an author changes what drew me to the story in the first place. When they make it dark, only to shine so much light on it, it becomes blinding. I desperately want an author to stay true to the bare bones of their story and their characters, and thankfully, Pepper did.
As with the previous two books in this series, it's not an easy read. There were certain scenes that turned my stomach. I was on the edge of my seat, hoping and praying for revenge... you'll have to read it to find out if it was granted.
I adore the strength Q and Tess draw from each other. It’s deep, it’s intense and it’s uniquely theirs. This book took them to places that more than challenged them and I love the people they become in this instalment. I enjoyed seeing Franco and Tess’s relationship develop too. There’s been a little tension between them from the very beginning but in this instalment, that changed and I really loved it.
Until next time, Maître Q …
Once again, Pepper pushes your limits and keeps pushing.
Having said that, I found this instalment much less heavy than I found Quintessentially Q. That’s not to say it doesn’t have heavy, dark and sickening moments, because of course it does, but I think they seemed less than what was dealt in Quintessentially Q.
Having said that, I found this instalment much less heavy than I found Quintessentially Q. That’s not to say it doesn’t have heavy, dark and sickening moments, because of course it does, but I think they seemed less than what was dealt in Quintessentially Q.
It’s no secret to those who know me, that one of my biggest hates is when an author changes what drew me to the story in the first place. When they make it dark, only to shine so much light on it, it becomes blinding. I desperately want an author to stay true to the bare bones of their story and their characters, and thankfully, Pepper did.
As with the previous two books in this series, it's not an easy read. There were certain scenes that turned my stomach. I was on the edge of my seat, hoping and praying for revenge... you'll have to read it to find out if it was granted.
I adore the strength Q and Tess draw from each other. It’s deep, it’s intense and it’s uniquely theirs. This book took them to places that more than challenged them and I love the people they become in this instalment. I enjoyed seeing Franco and Tess’s relationship develop too. There’s been a little tension between them from the very beginning but in this instalment, that changed and I really loved it.
Pepper has an exceptional talent at turning the most unusual stories into ones that stay with you forever, ones you crave to read more of. She creates beautifully flawed characters that capture your heart and refuse to let go. She pulls you into the darkness and you go willingly, you need to follow... you have no choice but to follow. Or at least, I didn’t and I regret nothing.
Since my very first read of Q and Tess many years ago, they have been firmly cemented in my heart. I think of them often and when I do, it’s with love, affection and I'll admit it, a little jealousy that they're fictional. Because I truly would love to have Tess as a friend. She’s fierce and loyal and absolutely incredible—most definitely one of my favourite heroines of all time.
I'm delighted to say, Q earns his rightful place in my top five book boyfriends of all time—well done, Mr. Mercer, my list very rarely changes but you’ve breached the fence and taken your place amongst some other delightful (sadly) fictional men.
I'm delighted to say, Q earns his rightful place in my top five book boyfriends of all time—well done, Mr. Mercer, my list very rarely changes but you’ve breached the fence and taken your place amongst some other delightful (sadly) fictional men.
I'm left wanting to know more—so I know the job has been well done well.
Until next time, Maître Q …
•Needless to say, if you’re unsure if dark is for you, then please do your research and read the trigger warnings for this book.
It’s not light. It’s not fluffy. Please read responsibly.
You can find trigger warnings on Pepper's website.
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