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Reviewed by Jefto Pierre for Readers' Favorite
Femme Fatale: Shades of Retribution by Italia Tornabene is a sizzling tale that introduces readers to Italia Rossi, a sensuous woman, a caring mother, sister, and friend—and a strong-willed vigilante. Italia and her son, Dominic, live in a neon-lit town where the murky underbelly of the city can corrupt even the most fragile life present. At night, Italia is an exotic dancer at The Velvet Viper, focused on providing for her and Dominic's financial needs. During the day, she is a committed and attentive mother who will do anything to ensure her son's well-being. As the days go by, an unexpected tragedy strikes close to home. Italia's dearest friend, Olive, loses her life while battling drug addiction. Italia transforms into a fierce and resilient protector determined to navigate the treacherous criminal elements around her to secure Dominic's future in a world driven by corruption and moral decay.
Italia Tornabene's Femme Fatale: Shades of Retribution is an action-packed suspense thriller that fans of crime dramas and vigilante justice will find impossible to put down. Through Italia's epic journey for revenge, the tale transports readers to a world where every choice can have disastrous repercussions, so she's very deliberate in the way she tackles each obstacle in her way. Tornabene does an outstanding job of balancing Italia's personal life and her role as a protector. The author's depictions of motherhood, loyalty, and courage in the face of hardship make this book an exciting read and a touching display of the power of family ties and the sense of duty Italia feels for the people she cares about. Tornabene's portrayal of Italia as a strong yet caring female lead adds intricate layers to Italia's character development and boosts the story's appeal, making this a must-read. If you're in hot pursuit of a fast-paced suspense thriller, Femme Fatale is, without a doubt, a memorable read.
