beta
i was skeptical at first bc i thought the plot was trying to be more complex than it actually was. but even with predictable outcomes, the characters made smart choices that kept me hooked. i esp liked that chris didn’t jump to conclusions about max and remained steadfast in his trust. thankfully, he didn’t play the role of a damsel in distress like most mafia stories with civilian lovers. the story is satisfying bc right when it seems like the worst is about to happen, everything plays out in the mcs favor. i wish there’d been an after story for both couples tho (and a longer depiction of the brothers suffering for their crimes)