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Ruthless King

Book 1 in the series:Mount

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'Ruthless King' in the 'Mount' series by Meghan March follows the story of Keira Kilgore, who finds herself in a precarious situation after her husband's death leaves her in debt to the ruthless King of New Orleans, Lochlan Mount. As Keira struggles to pay off the debt, she is faced with the ultimatum of becoming Mount's possession. delves into power dynamics, dark romance, and the intense relationship between Keira and Mount, set against the backdrop of New Orleans.

With a gripping plot filled with suspense, mind games, and unexpected twists, 'Ruthless King' captures the readers' attention from the very first page. Meghan March's writing style expertly builds up sexual tension and emotional attraction between the characters, creating a compelling narrative that keeps readers engaged and eager to uncover what unfolds next in Keira and Mount's tumultuous relationship.

Characters:

The characters are complex, with a strong heroine and a morally ambiguous anti-hero, whose relationship evolves significantly.

Writing/Prose:

The writing style is engaging and blends humor with darker themes, effectively capturing readers' attention.

Plot/Storyline:

The plot revolves around a woman forced into a relationship to settle her late husband's debts, combining themes of blackmail, emotional struggles, and suspense.

Setting:

The setting of New Orleans adds depth to the story, aligning well with the themes of crime and tension.

Pacing:

The pacing is primarily fast with engaging plot twists, though some moments may vary in intensity.
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Notes:

Ruthless King is the first book in The Mount Trilogy by Meghan March.
The story revolves around Keira Kilgore, who inherits a distillery after the death of her cheating husband.
Keira is blackmailed by Lachlan Mount, the king of the New Orleans underworld, to pay off her late husband's debt.
Instead of money, Lachlan demands Keira herself as payment, leading to a complicated relationship.
The book contains elements of dubcon (dubious consent),
Keira is described as emotionally strong and resists Lachlan's advances, although she is drawn to him.
Lachlan is portrayed as a ruthless anti-hero with powerful control over the criminal side of New Orleans.
The trilogy is noted for its high spice level, featuring explicit scenes, but these do not overshadow the plot.
Readers have mixed feelings about the character development, especially regarding the morality of Lachlan.
The trilogy ends with cliffhangers that prompt readers to continue on to the next book.

Sensitive Topics/Content Warnings

Content warnings for Ruthless King include themes of blackmail, dubious consent, and power imbalances.

Has Romance?

Yes, romance is highly present in Ruthless King, characterized by a tumultuous and steamy relationship between the main characters.

From The Publisher:

Get ready for the darker and dirtier side of New Orleans with a brand new alpha romance from New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and USA Today bestselling author Meghan March. New Orleans belongs to me. You don't know my name, but I control everything you see-and all the things you don't. My reach knows no bounds, and my demands are always met. I didn't need to loan money to a failing family distillery, but it amuses me to have them in my debt. To have her in my debt. She doesn't know she caught my attention. She should've been more careful. I'm going to own her. Consume her. Maybe even keep her. It's time to collect what I'm owed. Keira Kilgore, you're now the property of Lachlan Mount. *Reckless King is book one of the Mount Trilogy*

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About the Author:

Meghan March has been known to wear camo face paint and tromp around in woods wearing mud-covered boots, all while sporting a perfect manicure. She's also impulsive, easily entertained, and absolutely unapologetic about the fact that she loves to read and write smut. Her past lives include slinging auto parts, selling lingerie, making custom jewelry, and practicing corporate law. Writing books about dirty talking alpha males and the strong, sassy women who bring them to their knees is by far the most fabulous job she's ever had. She loves hearing from her readers at [email protected]

 
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