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'Little Dove' by Layla Frost is a captivating romance novel that delves into the complex relationship between Maximo, a dangerous yet caring mafia figure, and Juliet, a young woman who finds herself under his protection. The story unfolds with a mix of mafia plot elements and the growth of the relationship between the two main characters. Despite the age gap and initial circumstances, the book explores themes of love, possession, and protection in a compelling and engaging manner.

The writing style of 'Little Dove' by Layla Frost is praised for its ability to draw readers into the story, creating a blend of tension, romance, and character development. The book navigates through darker themes with a lighter tone than expected, keeping readers engaged with the evolving dynamics between Maximo and Juliet as they navigate their unconventional relationship.

Characters:

The characters are well-developed, with Juliet showcasing resilience and growth, while Maximo embodies a mix of danger and devotion.

Writing/Prose:

The writing style is characterized by a mix of humor and darker themes, effectively blending romance with deeper emotional explorations.

Plot/Storyline:

The plot centers on a complex relationship between Juliet, a troubled young woman, and Maximo, her captor who simultaneously offers safety and demands submission.

Setting:

The setting is primarily in a lavish yet dangerous Las Vegas environment, reflecting themes of captivity and opulence.

Pacing:

The pacing starts slow, emphasizing character development, before shifting to a more intense rhythm as the relationship unfolds.
“I mean it, Jule-bug. Don’t open the door until I say so.” He scanned my face, his expression tense and anxious. With a sigh, he closed the door, leaving me in darkness with stale crackers, canned Spa...

Notes:

The main characters are Juliet and Maximo, with a significant age gap of 16 years.
Juliet had a tough childhood and grew more confident throughout the story.
Maximo is a casino/fight club owner with a protective, yet possessive nature.
The story has elements of a dark romance, including a daddy kink.
Juliet is kidnapped by Maximo after her father's murder, but he becomes her protector.
The book explores themes of care and control in relationships.
Juliet's character grows from being tough and vulnerable to finding happiness with Maximo.
Maximo's character is described as both dangerous and loving, showing depth in his care for Juliet.
The relationship begins when Juliet is 17, but nothing physical happens until she turns 18.
Comments suggest a mix of enjoyment and discomfort with the story's darker themes.

Sensitive Topics/Content Warnings

Content warnings include themes of underage characters, kidnapping, violence, and elements of psychological manipulation.

Has Romance?

The romance in Little Dove is central to the narrative, engaging readers with its depth and intensity.

From The Publisher:

Where do I begin?

Oh. Yeah.

Once upon a time.

Isn't that how all good fairy tales start?

And Maximo and I, we were definitely a fairy tale.

Not the cleaned-up, sanitized ones where life's problems were solved with a smile and a song. We were the old-school kind. The twisted tales packed with murder, violence, and tragic beginnings.

Okay, so maybe we weren't a traditional fairy tale. After all, Maximo was more villain than prince. He was scarily sexy. Devilishly charming. Controlling, possessive, and dangerous.

Especially when it came to me.

His little dove.

And heaven help anyone who tried to free me from my gilded cage.

Warning: Recommended for readers 18+. This book features graphic language, sex, violence, and a Daddy obsessed with his little dove. If this doesn't sound like your kind of fairy tale, this may not be the book for you. more

Ratings (43)

Incredible (11)
Loved It (11)
Liked It (7)
It Was OK (9)
Did Not Like (3)
Hated It (2)

Reader Stats (107):

Read It (47)
Currently Reading (1)
Want To Read (46)
Did Not Finish (3)
Not Interested (10)

2 comment(s)

Did Not Like
9 months

At 59% in there’s no conflict. It’s an okay read but it’s like a day to day in the life of the characters without any conflict so far. I got bored. On to the next book…

 
Incredible
9 months

Omg I loved this book.

 
 
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