Review of Taking Over My Life -Part 1

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Review of Taking Over My Life -Part 1

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[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "Taking Over My Life -Part 1" by Lara de Oliveira.]
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5 out of 5 stars
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No matter your point of view, bad things are bad. However, there are often valid reasons why individuals do evil things. And as the adage goes, "the person wearing a shoe knows where it hurts." Taking Over My Life: Part 1, written by Lara De Oliveira, explores the challenges faced by Donatello Bianchi, a mafia member, and his family.

Charlotte goes to the chapel built by her father for his funeral, accompanied by Vincenzo, her father's best friend and most trusted bodyguard. She meets with Aurora, Stephano and Andrea, her siblings; she is not happy to see them because they have never visited since the passing of their mother. After the funeral, Charlotte left and instructed Vincenzo to give her space as she made her way to the vines, where a flashback of her father's murder came rushing back to her. She left New York for Italy to assume her father's position as the first female Don, and this is where the journey starts, which you will learn about by reading Taking Over My Life: Part 1.

After reading this book, all I felt was a mix of emotions because the book ended in a way that left me curious. The book appealed to me in various ways, and I liked that the author translated sentences into Italian, as it made my reading experience perfect. I liked that Charlotte's father prepared her forehand for the task ahead, as she seems to know a lot for her age. I was touched by the risks Vincenzo took for Charlotte, such as taking her spiked drink.

The only aspect of this book that annoyed me was Aurora's plans to rescue Charlotte, which seemed to be taking forever and ate up my patience. The above reason does not affect my book rating; it still gets 5 out of 5 stars. I recommend this book to individuals with a mature audience because of the use of profanity and R-rated scenes. I also encountered an error in this book, and this proves professional editing.

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Post by Aaron Joseph Maupin »

This review is helpful in highlighting the book's strengths, and the high rating may motivate readers to consider purchasing it. From the reviewer's perspective, "Taking Over My Life: Part 1" appears to be a good addition to a library, especially for those interested in mature-themed, suspenseful stories with mafia elements.
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I would like to know what Charlotte did in New York after assuming her father's position. Thanks for the review.
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This seems like a terrific crime thriller for readers of novels centered around mafia. I assume there will be at least a part 2, so I'll look into this series. Thank you for your great review!
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The emotional dynamics among the siblings and Charlotte's journey to assume the role of the first female Don promise a compelling narrative. Dive into this captivating tale to unravel the twists and turns that await in the unfolding saga of power, family, and legacy.
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Post by Minaxiben Chandrakant Patel »

Your review of "Taking Over My Life: Part 1" by Lara De Oliveira provides a glimpse into the book's plot and characters while also expressing your emotional response and overall appreciation for the story.
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Post by Donaking »

Based on the review, it appears that the book "Taking Over My Life: Part 1" is a captivating read that evokes a mix of emotions. The use of Italian translations and the well-prepared protagonist were appreciated. The reviewer found the plot intriguing, although they expressed annoyance with the pacing of certain rescue plans. Despite that, the book received a perfect rating of 5 out of 5 stars. It is recommended for a mature audience due to profanity and R-rated scenes.
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Post by Ajay Rudrapati »

I am very much awaited to read this book, Your review motivated me to read this book ASAP. The way you inculcated the details of the book in a very clear manner is impressive. Thank you
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Post by Sweeter Parker »

This books seems like a lovely book. It looks like it evokes a lot of emotions and feelings and contains some excellent writing. Will definitely check it out.
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