Review: Twisted, jaw-dropping, must read!
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 02 10, 2014
Semblance: the outward appearance or the apparent form of something, esp when the reality is different.Sounds amazing right? Well, indeed, it is beyond fantastic. Mr. Patricks takes on the journey of Aria, a young woman who has had a hard life. She lost her father to cancer and had trouble figuring out where she was going to eat her next meal. She was just a struggling college student with a talent that would open doors for her that she wasn’t prepared for. Those doors are opened by the making of one choice. A choice that Aria makes when she is offered to play piano for the mysterious and wealthy members of the Midnight Society. She figures she doesn’t have much to lose. Little did realize she had more to lose than she could ever prepare for.Meet Shadow Tremaine. Oh what a lovely name, right? Instantly swoonworthy in my opinion! He’s mysterious, dark, and handsome. He’s also intelligent and holds grudges… for years. His parents were murdered when he was a young boy. But growing up wealthy didn’t equal happiness for Shadow. He missed out on so much of what normal children do. He was programmed at a young age to be the future leader of the Midnight Society rather than playing t-ball or all the other activities that young boys do. He was learning strategy and being readied by his parents to be the new generation Caesar.Shadow Tremaine’s life was also changed by one choice… when he chose his future wife. Instead of choosing an heir that could give him millions of dollars and shares in respectable companies, he chose otherwise. He chose Aria Valencia, The Golden Virgin. He was captivated by the young beauty playing piano at the event. He made that choice, thinking he did so just to make others within the society mad. Little did he realize that his life would be turned upside down more than ever.Mr. Patricks takes us on a whirlwind journey. I can honestly say that I never knew what was going to happen next. Being able to surprise your readers isn’t an easy task. Logan superseded that, making my palms sweat and my heart race with each passing page… wait, make that with each passing word! Along with the suspense and thrill, there was also a great deal of humor. I laughed out loud. I am talking belly-laughing hard. I fell in love with Aria’s personality. Her “I don’t give a s*** attitude” and unfiltered mouth made me want to instantly befriend her. She is strong-willed and absolutely hilarious. Her charm and ability to say what’s on her mind adds to her loveliness. It’s no wonder that Shadow falls for her so hard.Then there are the tears. Yes, I am definitely an emotional reader. It can’t be helped. If a writer can make me laugh, cry, or curse, they have done their job right. Logan made me do all those things. I cried. A lot. I have to admit, I wasn’t expecting a few things to happen, especially at the end. I don’t want to give away too much and spoil it for my followers, but I will tell you that this read will blow your mind, make your jaw drop, and leave you wanting so much more. My mind is pacing, thinking of what could happen next. It isn’t what will happen next, because I don’t have the slightest clue.Now it’s time to mention the eroticism of this tale. The sexual chemistry between the not-so-Golden-Virgin and Mr. Mysterious is out of this world hot. Their love for one another deepens their encounters, and my oh my, Miss Aria Valencia is one lucky woman. Their first night in Cambodia together is fire-hot!This is an interesting series, because I see every character having a story of their own. The end completely threw me for a loop, I certainly didn’t see that coming. With the twisted ending, it makes me question where things will end up for Lincoln, Shadow’s best friend. He’s a charmer, but he too makes a choice that will change things forever. I am eager to read the next installment of Mr. Patricks series. I am hoping to gain more insight into Lincoln (great name by the way!)Mr. Patricks is a brilliant writer. His style is unique in its own and he does an incredible job evoking every human emotion under the sun. I look forward to reading more of his work, and I am trying my best to wait patiently (hint, hint… taps foot!)So, go now and buy his book on Amazon on the links below. You can also follow his blog at loganpatricks.com as well as on Twitter @LoganPatricks. Did I also mention that this phenomenal writer also plays the piano beautifully? Listen to his piece, Breathless now. Even that will bring tears to your eyes. Kudos, Logan! I am honored to write this review and look forward to reading more of your work. Also, stay tuned… I have the pleasure of interviewing this amazing scribe in the near future!This is not your typical girl-meets-boy romance. Oh no. This is filled with betrayal, lust, love, romance, suspense, death, rebirth, and so much more. One-click now for only 99 pennies until February 12th and read this Amazon bestseller in gothic romance!