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Queen of Thorns: A Dark Mafia Romance: War of Roses Universe (Mice and Men Book 2) Kindle Edition

by Lana Sky (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.5 out of 5 stars 49 ratings

With all hope of the peace shattered beyond redemption, Donatello Vanici is waging his most violent, bloody war yet.

And caught in the heart of the carnage is Willow Stepanova, the adopted daughter of his dangerous enemy and the girl who once adored him to the depths of her soul.

Torn between her loyalty to her family and her volatile connection to Donatello, Willow quickly realizes that it’s not just her life at stake in this vicious battle…

But what will be left of her in the end?

Mice and Men is a new standalone series in the War of Roses Universe.

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  1. Book 2 of 4
    Mice and Men
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    332 pages
  3. Language
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  4. Publication date
    10 February 2021
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  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 1.9 MB
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  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 332 pages
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Lana Sky is a reclusive writer in the United States who spends most of her time daydreaming about complex male characters and parenting her Cockapoo Joey. She writes dark, twisted romance across several genres. Her titles include everything from mafia romance to vampires.


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  • IheartRoarke
    3.0 out of 5 stars 3 and 1/2 stars - purely personal opinion
    Reviewed in Australia on 14 February 2021
    I might be in the minority but I couldn't get into this story. I loved the War of the Roses series but I don't feel the same pull for this story as I did with that one. I do admire Willow's fierceness. But I felt that it was a mistake for her to take on Don by herself. Her actions have consequences and it is rippling around her and those connected to her. I can't seem to develop a likeness for Don. He is even more reckless and ruthless in this second book. The story is twisty and gritty. The past is still very much part of the characters and has a tight hold on them. I'm hoping to go back and try again to get into the story. I do want to enjoy it and get everything out of it so I will step away from the story before reading it again. I do encourage others to read it especially if they enjoy suspenseful tales with unpredictable plots.
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  • Mom12
    5.0 out of 5 stars Crazy moves on the chessboard
    Reviewed in the United States on 11 February 2021
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    While reading this second book in the series, I couldn't help but Marvel at the skill Author Sky uses in conveying emotion in someone who doesn't speak. And in this part of the story, The mute Stepanova heir Willow is used as a pawn...back and forth. But what does SHE want?

    "Whether due to his intent or mine, the distance between us lengthens, putting me well beyond his reach. Again, the urge to run rises up. I could always fight. Overpower him. The letter opener is still in my grasp. My pulse surges as I glance down, spotting the delicate strip of silver peeking between my fingers. It could be a useful weapon."

    "“Your face…” His chest heaves as he flicks my chin with the pad of his thumb . I flinch, but he does it again, sloppily, scraping delicate flesh with his nail. And again, applying more and more pressure until I finally meet his gaze. His eyes flicker as if he’s reading my thoughts word for word. I’m that vulnerable to him."

    Such absolute skill...Author Sky conveys the confusion Willow feels and the unfinished business between them. Author Sky ramps up the tension with Donatello in the middle of a wild, fearful thought process. His only family Vin is in a coma and he will do anything to protect him. He alternates between panic attack and unruly leader. Its fascinating.

    "This Donatello does nothing to disguise who he is at his core. A tortured man. A bleeding man. An empty soul."

    "Whatever sustains him now is something I recognize. I feel it too. Desperation. Despair. Hate . A need to rage against everything and everyone, feeding an internal flame. The hotter the fire, the easier it is to ignore the rest. The pain."

    I loved how Author Sky made clear why Willow was so conflicted. She had a new name, a new family, but never felt like it was home despite her love for her adopted family. The Stepanov family was strong and feared, but Willow never understood why she was cast away by Donatello in the first place. The problem is Don is more of a madman at this point, dragging Willow from one place to another. Can anyone trust his moves? His motives? Is he still suicidal?

    "Because in that moment… all I saw in those eyes was pity. Concern. As though she didn’t want me to die. Not out of sweet, innocent mercy, either. This life? It’s worse than any hell. Only someone especially cruel would force me to live it, and then watch me suffer."

    If I had to choose, I would have left out the chapters from Evgeni's point of view. There's weren't bad by any means. I just would have wanted more Don, Willow and the famiglia. What they do, however, is add to the tension when he finds something unexpected.

    "She drives me mad with those watchful little eyes. They strip me down to nothing— in them, I’m none of my past selves. Not the fearsome Il Mostro or the Butcher. Not Donatello, the family man. Not even the dutiful Don who cared for another man’s child out of what little kindness dwelled within his heart. To this woman, I’m just someone to hate, and there’s freedom in that. And damn, she does hate me. With every word, her lips go flatter, thinner. Her gaze turns cutting. She becomes an open book."

    Its these kinds of paragraphs that give me chills. Don is so unpredictable, and uncontrollable. Don and Willow learn just how powerful guilt is. It pushes you to do things you might not normally do.

    "He laughs, and this unsteady display of noise reveals his true feelings better than if he spoke them explicitly— he needs me unnerved. He needs me to fear him. It’s the only way he can remain in control."

    So as the reader I'm left wondering...has Don been pushed far enough that he no longer wants peace? He keeps goading Willow about the power of being in charge. Don may be reeling from what Mischa did, but he's also colluding with very bad men. Organizing. Making plans. Or is it all a ruse? I found myself second guessing everyone! Don is almost hiding behind arrogance and anxious ridden paranoia. I can't wait to see how this saga ends. Its a masterpiece of chess, and Author Sky definitely knows where she's moving the pawns on the board.
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  • Daniela B
    5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing addition to the series 🔥
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 27 March 2021
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    Queen of Thorns is the second book of Mice and Men; after the way things ended with the first book, I was more than ready for this book, and Lana didn't disappoint.

    This book gave us more of Donatello & Willow and their dynamic where there's something between them, but we can't still call it a relationship. Their history goes back many years; they have a twisted past together and not a much brighter present, so what will the future bring for them?

    Willow might look fragile, but she's far from that. Willow finds herself in a crossfire she never asked for, but she will do whatever it takes to keep those she loves safe; the most logical thing will be for her to hate Donatello for what he did, but in some twisted way, she always finds herself protecting him. Albeit being mute, she doesn't need many words around Donatello, who can read her as no one else does, something that contributes even more to their twisted dynamic.

    Donatello is even more on the brink of madness; he keeps pushing the limits with all the mafia families; he's growing more and more angry, full of grief and guilt. His need for revenge is clouding his judgement; war seems inevitable, Donatello thinks he has everything planned, he lays a new game, but Willow is determined to beat him at his own game.

    I enjoyed getting glimpses of Misha throughout the story, and I'm so curious to learn more about the mysterious Evgeni; his perspective was an intriguing addition.

    Donatello & Willow are so complex they left me wondering a couple of times. This book was intense, and all the suspense, twist and turns, kept me on edge till the last moment, filled with darkness, drama, and danger. I'm looking forward to the next book and how things will play out with them.
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  • morgan
    5.0 out of 5 stars Really cool addition to the universe
    Reviewed in the United States on 10 February 2021
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    This book is amazing! The plot is really interesting and I love the addition of Evgeni to the story. It's really well-crafted, and it's fun to see how different parts and character of the War of Roses universe come into play. Willow and Don are amazing together, and the way their character test boundaries and figure out how the heck to get from where they started a decade ago is masterful. Their romance/battle is compelling on it's own, but I love how this story is bigger than just Willow and Don. It's about the entire Stepanov family as well, and the scope of the book, the size of the universe involved is another piece of awesomeness. Also, Fabio is just my favorite character ever now. Can't wait for the conclusion to come out and save me from my building dam of questions I'm thinking of.
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  • Brenna
    5.0 out of 5 stars Five stars!
    Reviewed in the United States on 13 February 2021
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    This story is even better than the first! I couldn't put it down! Can't wait for Shattered Throne! This is the kind of dark romance I can't get enough of!
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  • Lulu
    5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing!!!
    Reviewed in the United States on 10 February 2021
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    Anxiously waiting for book 3! Loved this book so much. Once again A+++ for Lana!
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