Review: Trite, Insufficient
Rating: 1 out of 5
Date: 01 29, 2014
Too fairy tale sweet and not nearly gritty or edgy enough in ways that would've elevated this beyond silly teen dream story.Also too simple, amateur, and not nearly critical enough in attempting to tackle the protagonist's transformation from scared teen to "integral" criminal organization associate. Leo recovers from severe punishment and revenge beating that sounds like it should've left him near death. Author presents it almost as simply as changing a new dress, or taking up a few new exercises and suddenly she's brave and tough.Part of the tripey ridiculous love story was the convenience of Leo's claiming of her virginity; it was just too easy and way too unrealistic. If Mark had her, well then that would've kept it far more interesting and realistic.