Down below, we have the winners for the Mafia Romance category! Congratulations to our winners!
I have all the scores and reviews saved. If you participated but didn’t place. PM me and I’ll have them sent to you.
The first place winner will get a shout-out on my announcements board. All winners will have a place in my winners libraries. Have patience with me, please with emailing stickers, the announcements and setting up my libraries.
Our first 🥇 place winner is!
Hearts Divided: A Mafia Love Triangle
By gremlinsbookstash
Read and judged by: SapphirianJ82
Overall Score: 1-100 score (95 of 100)
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Title and Book Cover: 1-10 score (9 of 10)
The title is not only highly unique but also one of a kind, which perfectly coincides with the overall plot of the story and the blurb.
The book cover features bold imagery for the background, which perfectly aligns with the overall plot of the book. The font is also bold, effectively standing out from the imagery. However, since the book is a love triangle romance, it would be great to incorporate a symbol such as a heart split down the middle or an image of a burning heart. Perhaps, a heart with a blaze emanating from it. I find it ironic to suggest this, considering one of the main male lead protagonists’ name and ability. Interestingly, the female protagonist and one of the main male leads share the same ability. Therefore, it would be really cool to have the background imagery showcasing both the love triangle and the shared ability.
Blurb: 1-10 score (10 of 10)
The blurb is highly intriguing, as it gives just the right amount of information to captivate and hook a reader. With flawless grammar and a perfectly written composition, it entices readers to crave more. Moreover, the blurb seamlessly aligns with the overall plot of the story.
Plot/Creativity/Originality: 1-20 score (20 of 20)
From the very beginning of the book, the plot is fully introduced and highly intriguing. It effortlessly keeps the reader fully immersed, hooked, and wanting more with each passing chapter. I must say, ‘Hearts Divided’ is unlike any other mafia romance book I have ever read. And trust me, I have read countless books of this genre, as it happens to be one of my favorites.
This book is brimming with action, sometimes reminiscent of a comic book novel. It intertwines the special abilities of certain characters with the romance and drama that accompanies mafia crime. However, despite these similarities, it is important to note that this book is not a comic book. Rather, the comic book ambiance is simply the best way to describe it. Like something out of Marvel or DC movies. “Hearts Divided” is an incredibly captivating read that will keep you hooked from beginning to end. It is undoubtedly a must-read.
Character Development: 1-20 score (18 of 20)
The character development for the three main characters - Blaze, Cain, and Scarlet - starts off somewhat slow. Especially with Blaze, who is portrayed as insane for the most part. However, this does not detract from the overall engagement factor.
Story Flow: 1-10 score (10 of 10)
The story’s flow is perfect. Neither slow nor fast and keeps you at the edge of your seat wanting more.
