Monster: A Dark Mafia Romance (Made & Broken Book 2)

In this second book in the Made and Broken trilogy, we get Marcus and Evelyn’s story. We got a brief intro to Marcus in Dangerous, and I was immediately drawn to the quiet, sociopathic brother that freaked out their brothers from time to time.Marcus is on constant watch that his darkness doesn’t consume him. He’s able to control it for the most part, but when he lets it off its leash, there’s no stopping the death and destruction that occurs. When Evelyn is assigned by a rival crime family to seduce then steal from Marcus, she wasn’t prepared for the monster within him. When they meet, there’s an almost immediate bond, but Marcus is just a mark, and Evelyn can’t worry about the aftermath of her actions. She has her own reason for doing them. But when Evelyn’s life is threatened, Marcus sees Evelyn as inevitable, and will do whatever he needs to do to save her.I found Marcus’ story haunting. He’s harboring a lot of dark secrets, and Evelyn seems to be the one person to bring light to his life. There’s plenty of nasty, filthy, erotic goodness, and I’m loving how the story unfolds. This continues the dark storyline of the Steel crime family, and there’s a bit more of a roller coaster in this book. I thoroughly enjoyed it, and can’t wait for the next book, Trouble.Shane East and Rachel Knight narrate this book, but Shane is really showing off his acting range. His performance is stellar.

Monster was a surprising read, I knew it was going to be dark but I did not expect the emotion it would envoke in me.  I did not expect the knots in my throat at the end when I found myself sad but also hopeful.  When I first met Marcus in Dangerous (Made & Broken #1) he immediately drew me in, I wanted to know his story.Monster reflects his true inner turmoil and some readers may find him hard to connect with. He is dark, dangerous yet draws you in, you want him to find peace.  He is brutal when his inner demons come out, some parts of this story are quite violent but they reflect Marcus.  What healed my turmoil over this was his brother's actions and how they silently backed him up, they were always there for him.Evelyn was a perfect female character for Marcus, the way she communicates to the Monster and draws him to the light was beautiful.  She was strong and resilient and stood up for herself.I was glad the author took their love on a different path to Blaine and Mira, even though it was still insta-love.  The author explains the attraction for both Blaine and Marcus towards the end of this story with their mother.  We learn more about the Steel family and all their secrets. This is a great Mob Romance that held me captive and I read in a day.Again, upon finishing book 1, I bought book 2 and 3 as these brothers all drew me in and I need to know their stories.  I am so excited to read the twins story about what type of women brings these two to their knees.Monster ends at a sad but also happy moment in time for this couple. I do hope I find out more about Marcus and Evelyn in the third book being Trouble.  I would love to see these Steel brothers unite their family together in this final installment especially with their other brother.

There was something about the way Marcus was written in this book that didn't appeal to me. He was just too mental and emotional than sexy. Also, I was aggravated that author didn't explain how he became the monster. What happened to him that didn't happen to the others? What did his father do or make him do that was different? Did his father kill his mother too or something? There was just no explanation other than Jeremy's killing. That single thing and knowledge wouldn't have made him that way. I find it hard to believe that a woman would fall for him after seeing him rip a human apart in a rage too. Too much. Thre were more editing errors in this book as well. So I can't do more than three stars for this one.

Monster: (A Bad Boy Mafia Romance) by Nora Ash is a great read. This is the second book in the Made & Broken series. This is the story of Marcus and Evelyn. Marcus is a monster and Evelyn is a con woman. Marcus has something that Evelyn wants and she will get it anyway she can even is she has to sleep with Marcus to get it. Once she gets it she needs protection and the only one who can protect her is Marcus. There is a strong attraction between them. This book has violence, twists and turns, highs and lows, passion, Mafia, suspense, drama. I definitely recommend this book.

I was interested in Marcus’ story the first time he was introduced. I was hooked at psychopath and dead eyes. His own brothers were a leery of him. Evelyn is a great balance and I liked how she saw past what everyone else saw.

I had read the first book in the series about a year ago. I really liked the sexual tension and friction between Blaine and Mia. I enjoyed the push and pull of Marcus and Evelyn, but not as much as I did Blaine and Mia. The controversy of their relationship added tension to the storyline. I did wish the ending had been wrapped up neater. It was almost a cliffhanger. Hopefully book 3 will wrap everything into a neat little bow for me.

I love how well written the characters are, you really feel you know them. The story line is good. She carry a part of the story from one book to another but it's not a cliffhanger. You get your hea , it's just very well done.

Marcus and Evelyn weren't looking for love but they had hope. Unfortunately, the sour feeling they share towards society comes from abuse. They are explosive together. If you're not for them then you're against them. They don't take threats lightly.

Excellent read

Really enjoy this book can’t wait to read the rest

Monster (Made & Broken #2) – Nora AshWhat happens when mob muscle meets pretty hustler? Fireworks!Marcus is the muscle in his English Crime Family, he is known as Monster. He finds love in an unexpected place when small time hustler Evelyn who is employed by a rival crime family is assigned to get information from him.The course of true love is never easy and for these two, the obstacles seem insurmountable, but love always finds a way.Some fairly heavy violence as you would expect with a gangster romance, but this is tempered with some beautifully written steamy scenes as only Nora Ash can deliver. I loved it! Four stars.

OMG, I legit didn't do anything the entire day except read this entire book. It's a perfect book and so well written with just the right dose of sexyness, angst, strong-will and of course romance. I've always loved Nora Ash's book since fanfictions but this is so legit perfect. I had so much feels with this book and Marcus is so perfect and sweet and just wow. Him and Evelyn are just so perfect for each other. Also his "monster" as he calls it really seems more like an animal to me... ;P a real sexy and fierce animal. I loved it so so much. And now I can't wait to start on the next one Trouble :) :D And to anyone who likes romance and sexy as hell men this book is totally for you. I recommend it 100% and I am so fangirling right now as I'm writing this. It was simply perfect from beginning to end, pure perfection.

Questo è il secondo romanzo della serie mafia di Nora Ash. Riguarda il fratello schizofrenico Marcus Steel, conosciuto per essere laconico, ma capace di torturare ed uccidere in modo cruento. Evaline viene ingaggiata per rubargli alcuni documenti e scopre di esserne attratta in modo sanguigno. Dopo il furto, rischia di venire torturata dai suoi aguzzini, ma viene salvata proprio da Marcus. Libro scritto tramite i punti di vista dei due protagonisti. Trama intrigante e coinvolgente.