Savage King

By Kai Lesy

ISBN# 9798251554410

Brought to you by OBS reviewer Heidi

Review

*Beware of Spoilers*

A humiliating moment courtesy of her best friend’s dog, leaves Leah sprawled out on the pavement with her panties showing for all to see.  That’s when he shows up.  A commanding presence that makes all the gawkers look away.  He even offers to buy her a new pair of jeans. 

The two later go on a date, and the fireworks continue to explode.  He stays the night, but leaves a note behind when he goes.  A goodbye. 

Then they run into each other a few months later.  Turns out he’s her ex’s father and he is pakhan of the Antonov Bratva.  And, he just overheard her confessing to her best friend that she’s pregnant.

Viktor’s men are getting antsy as there is no clear line of succession for the bratva, no clear future.  Viktor’s son is spoiled and unable to sire any heirs after his horrible car accident.  But Viktor’s new heir could breathe some much-needed life into his world and put his men at ease about their future. Not to mention, he has feelings for Leah that he isn’t yet ready to put a name on.

However, Leah carrying his child, puts a target on her and her daughter’s heads.  His home is the only place they can be truly safe.  But even under Viktor’s protection, there have been threats on Leah’s life.  And, she must now decide to face those threats head-on at Viktor’s side or to flee once and for all.

Okay, I have to start this by being completely unapologetically honest.  The synopsis of this book sounded dumb.  And, honestly it really was just as bad in the beginning.  Leah and Viktor’s first meeting and the start of their romance seemed rushed and a bit forced.  It did not come off as genuine or believable.  I also had a really hard time with her talking about her past bad relationships and then doing the exact same things with Viktor.  Like, you obviously haven’t learned anything.

The book did improve as it went, but it was always predicable.  You knew what was coming from miles away.  I knew from the moment one of the characters were introduced that he would be one of the people helping to betray Viktor.  And, I was not wrong.

So, if you can get past the bad storytelling in the beginning and don’t mind the predictability, this book may be tolerable for you.  Don’t expect anything earth-shattering, but it’s an okay read, despite its flaws.