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Title: Sempre: Redemption

Subtitle: Forever, Book 2

Author: J. M. Darhower

Narrator: Carla Mercer-Meyer

Format: Unabridged

Length: 19 hrs and 32 mins

Language: English

Release date: 02-03-14

Publisher: Tantor Audio

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 136 votes

Genres: Romance, Contemporary

Publisher's Summary:

Haven Antonelli and Carmine DeMarco have been through a lot. Haven was taken in by Carmine's father, and with his family's help, she escaped a gruesome fate. However, saving Haven from the dark intentions of a mafia family cost Carmine a steep price: He was forced to swear loyalty to them.

Now, still passionately in love, Carmine and Haven must face the fall-out of Carmine's forced service, as Haven discovers terrifying secrets about the family that enslaved both her and her mother - and why she matters so much in this intricate web of lies.

Members Reviews:

Carmine and Haven Sempre

I loved it as much as book 1. I felt like I was watching a movie in my head as the narrator took me on this ride. A lot of drama but I loved every minute. As in book 1, the narrator gave Carmine a sarcastic quip and Haven a vulnerable sound. Great job.

Corrado's voice was edgy and just right. You know what, Corrado stole this show. He stayed consistent and was true gangsta to the end.

This book picks up after Carmine DeMarco pledges loyalty to Salvatore (salamander to those who don't respect him) and La Costa Nostra in exchange for Haven's protection. When it's time for him to report to work (from Durant, NC to Chicago, IL), Carmine decides it's best for Haven if he lets her go. That way she won't be tainted by what he knows he will have to do for La Costa Nostra, and he will be giving her freedom to live her own life on her own terms.

This book details their individual journey to make peace with the choices others made for them, and the ones they made for themselves. Of course, in the background the puppet masters continue to maneuver the pieces making individuals think they have control of their own lives and choices, when it is clear higher forces are at work.

The truth about Mara DeMarco's death has a profound effect of both Vincent and Corrado, as we see those men attempt to get justice for what what stolen from them. Dominic and Tess and Dia stay the same, but in this book we see the wear of the crown isn't necessary the most powerful player. No, it's behind he scenes man who is truly the Don of La Costa Nostra.

I hate to say it but Carmine doesn't grow up that much, but Haven truly comes into her own. She restores him like he restored her in book 1. There was never a doubt in my mind as to their future, it was only a matter of how they got there. I loved the names Carmine called her "la bella ragazza" or "Tesoro". I also love Corrado calling Celia "Bellisima". It had a sweet sound and one thing I found out about the DeMarco-Moretti men, when they love, they go all in! It's Sempre for them.

Great story, great audio. I felt satisfied with the conclusion of this one. Carmine and Haven were just meant for each other.

Loved it

Would you listen to Sempre: Redemption again? Why?

I have already listened to it more than once. I love romantic suspense. I enjoyed the storyline and characters.

What other book might you compare Sempre: Redemption to and why?

Other books by J.M. Darhower

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

It made me cry. Some of it is sad.

Any additional comments?

I wish Corrado's story was in audio format.