Filthy Rich Vampire: An Enthralling Vampire Romance
Filthy Rich Vampire by Geneva Lee
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CAWPILE Score: 6.5
Julian Rousseaux has a problem. He’s single, and for the world’s wealthiest vampires, the social season is about to begin. Julian would rather stake himself than participate in the marriage market. But as the eldest eligible Rousseaux, he’s expected to find a wife before the season ends―whether he likes it or not.
When cellist Thea literally stumbles into his life at a gala, he knows she's the last person he could ever fall in love with. She's too innocent, too kind, and way too human. But now that she knows about his world, she's also a walking target. She needs protection. He needs a fake girlfriend to discourage overzealous vampire matchmaking.
So, Julian makes Thea an irresistible offer: pretend to be his lover and he’ll change her life. For one year, they’ll attend the season’s social events together in exchange for his protection and a way out of her mother’s crippling medical debt.
She can’t say no. But the vampire world is impossibly decadent and darker than Thea ever imagined, and Julian’s filthy rich vampire family wants her out of the way. But with each moment they share, new dangers emerge: a desire as forbidden as their stolen touches, an awakening of a long-dead heart, and secrets that could tear them both apart.
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If you're looking for something a little dark with a splash of spice, Filthy Rich Vampire is for you. Recommended for fans of paranormal/Vampire Romance.
I have read my fair share of vampire romance and I am happy to add Filthy Rich Vampire by Geneva Lee to my shelf.
Characters: 6
While the characters in Filthy Rich Vampire could benefit from a bit more development, they are engaging enough to carry the story. In my opinion their backstories are cliche and a little boring, but I enjoyed them well enough.
Atmosphere/World Building: 6
The atmosphere is filled with opulence and darkness that perfectly suits a story about wealthy vampires. As a visual reader, I score world building on a harder scale. Geneva Lee does an excellent job of creating a vivid setting, but I was missing the shadowy yet opulent world of the mysterious vampires in the story.
Writing: 8
Geneva Lee’s writing is both descriptive and accessible. Her prose flows smoothly, making it easy for me to get lost in the story. The dialogue sometimes feels a bit cliched, but the overall writing is solid and enjoyable.
Plot: 5
I was a little disappointed with the plot, and I don’t think I’ve used the word cliche this much in a review. There wasn’t very much going on, and some of the plot points are predictable. The spice level is also a bit luke warm. I’m not really sure why I thought this book will be a 5 on the chili scale, but I would give it a 2.5
Intrigue: 8
The story holds a decent level of intrigue. You will find yourself eager to uncover Julian’s secrets, as well as finding out where his relationship with Thea will end up.
Logic: 6
The logic in Filthy Rich Vampire is mostly sound. The world-building is coherent, and the rules governing the vampire society is explained well enough. There are a few moments where I rolled my eyes and sucked my teeth at but nothing that detracts significantly from the enjoyment of the story.
Enjoyment: 8
Overall, I enjoyed reading Filthy Rich Vampire and put the second book in the series on hold at the library. It’s perfect for readers who enjoy paranormal romance with a mix of glamour and mystery. While it may not reinvent the genre, it delivers a satisfying and entertaining experience.
