Savior of Regrets - Review

Title: Savior of Regrets
Series: Verona Legacy #4
Author: L. A. Cotton
Genre: Mafia Romance
Release Date: August 20, 2021
Savior of Regrets: A Mafia Romance

 

Caitlin O’Connell hides the scars of her past.
Lost. Alone. Afraid.
When she wakes up in the hospital, broken and bruised, Caitlin has no choice but to accept help from the Marchetti crime family… and the one guy she never thought she’d see again.

 

Matteo Bellatoni wears his heart on his sleeve.
Loyal. Determined. Devoted.
Watching his best friends find love has left him wondering if he’ll ever have that… especially, since he’s pretty sure he already let his soulmate slip through his fingers.
When Matteo and Caitlin’s paths cross unexpectedly, all those feelings come rushing back, and he’s determined to prove to her that some guys are worth the risk.
All is not what it seems though.
Caitlin isn’t the woman he thinks she is, and her secrets might be too big for Matteo to overcome. But he won’t give up without a fight. Even when the past catches up with her and threatens the family he loves so much, Matteo refuses to let her go.
Because he lost her once…

 

He won’t lose her again.

 

* Savior of Regrets is a 80,000 word story set in the Verona Legacy world. Due to mature content that some readers may find distressing, this book is recommended for readers 18+

Amount of sex 3 / 5
How explicit are the sex scenes 3.5 / 5
Story 5 / 5
Overall: 5 / 5

Savior of Regrets is the fourth book in the Verona Legacy series and can be read as a standalone mafia romance. Even though this is true, I suggest reading the series in chronological order. I believe that it will give you a better foundation to better understand and appreciate the storyline. I also highly recommend reading Angel of Tears, a short story in the Verona Legacy series, before beginning this fourth book. Just know that it’s only a suggestion.

Savior of Regrets tells the story of Matteo Bellatoni and Caitlin O’Connell, and let me tell you, it was an emotional page-turner! The road to ‘Happily Ever After’ is not always paved in gold or paved at all. Many couple’s paths are rough and rocky, and this was the case for Matteo and Caitlin. While their path was not an easy one, it was exceptionally written and perfectly paced.

Even though Nicco, Enzo, and Matteo are extremely close, they’re all very different. I’ve always been intrigued by Matteo as he’s more of a compassionate person than the others. As I read his story, I felt more connected to him, and when I reached the end, I honestly felt like I ran a marathon!

Savior of Regrets is an unforgettable story!

Voluntarily Reviewed an Advanced Copy

Title: Prince of Hearts
Series: Verona Legacy #1
Author: L.A. Cotton
Genre: New Adult Romance
Release Date: June 2, 2020

Amount of sex 2 / 5
How explicit are the sex scenes 3 / 5
Story 5 / 5
Overall: 5 / 5
OMG!  My poor heart!  Prince of Hearts is an absolutely amazing story and one of my favorites so far in 2020. Author L.A. Cotton has taken me on many adventures, and I have loved them all. She quickly became an automatic one-click buy. So, when I saw Prince of Hearts, I jumped in without reading the blurb.

 

Prince of Hearts is one of L.A. Cotton’s best stories so far, and I’m dying to fill you in on all the details. Although, I do believe you need to read it without any spoilers. So, all I can tell you is that it’s a modern-day retelling of Romeo and Juliet, and it’s just brilliant. And oh my stars, I was not expecting the cliffhanger, and it’s a doozy!

So, grab a drink, some snacks, and buckle yourself in for an amazing ride!

Voluntarily Reviewed an Advanced Copy

Title: King of Souls
Series: Verona Legacy #2
Author: L.A. Cotton
Genre: New Adult Romance
Release Date: August 11th, 2020

 

Amount of sex 3 / 5
How explicit are the sex scenes 3 / 5
Story 5 / 5
Overall: 5 / 5

Epic! What a fantastic story!

King of Souls is the second book in the Verona Legacy series, and it’s also the conclusion to Nicco and Ari’s story.  I absolutely loved the first book, Prince of Hearts, and I was so excited when I saw the second book on my Kindle!  I seriously dropped everything and dove right in! And let me tell you, I could not turn the pages fast enough!

King of Souls begins where we were left off, and I was on the edge of my seat throughout most of the book! Like all of L.A. Cotton’s books, the storyline was top-notch, but it was the characters that had me wishing for the pages to never end! The story was full of drama, angst, suspense, passion, and so much more! Oh, and that ending almost did me in! I think I held my breath through most of it!

I cannot wait for Enzo and Nora’s story!

Voluntarily Reviewed an Advanced Copy

 

Title: Villain of Secrets
Series: Verona Legacy #3
Author: L. A. Cotton
Genre: New Adult Romance
Release Date: February 10th, 2021

Amount of sex 3.5 / 5
How explicit are the sex scenes 3.5 / 5
Story 5 / 5
Overall: 5 / 5

Unputdownable!

Villain of Secrets is the third book in the Verona Legacy series and can be read as a standalone mafia romance. Even though this is true, I recommend reading the series in order. I believe that it will give you a better foundation for understanding and appreciating the storyline. However, just know that this is only a suggestion.

Villain of Secrets tells Enzo and Nora’s story, and I’ve been looking forward to reading it for a while now! Enzo is dealing with many demons, and he’s become a loose cannon. The only one that seems to be able to ground him is Nora, but he’s reluctant to bring her into his world. It’s a good thing that Nora is such a strong woman and absolutely perfect for him. Oh, and their chemistry is so blazing hot!

L.A. Cotton has become one of my favorite go-to authors, and I began this third book with high expectations. And let me tell you, and I was not disappointed! The storyline was so captivating, but it was the characters that really pulled me in. L.A. Cotton has a way of developing such engaging and complex characters that cause you to become completely engrossed.

I can easily say that Villain of Secrets is definitely one of my favorite books in 2021!

Voluntarily Reviewed an Advanced Copy

Title: Angel of Tears
Series: A Verona Legacy Short Story
(best read before Savior of Regrets)
Author: L. A. Cotton
Genre: New Adult Romance
Release Date: June 30th, 2021

Angel of Tears: A Verona Legacy Short Story by [L A Cotton]

Matteo Bellatoni is only passing through town.

He doesn’t expect to find himself playing hero late at night.

Caitlin O’Connell is running from life.

It’s hardly any surprise when she finds herself in an alley with a man who wants to hurt her.

But then he appears. A dark angel sent to save her.

When Matteo offers her a ride home, she should say no. She should thank him and never look back. But it’s been so long since anyone took care of Caitlin, she can’t do it.

She can’t say no.

Besides, it’s only one night…. One perfect storm.

What’s the worst that can happen?

*Angel of Tears is a short story set in the Verona Legacy world best read before Savior of Regrets. Due to mature content, this book is recommended for readers 18+

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