Review: Psycho by Onley James
SYNOPSIS:
August Mulvaney has always been exceptional. As the genius son of an eccentric billionaire, his off-putting behavior is often blamed on his high IQ. They say there’s a thin line between genius and madness. August is both—a brilliant professor loved by his students and a ruthless, obsessive killer tasked with righting the wrongs of a failing justice system. And he’s just found his latest obsession: Lucas Blackwell.
Lucas Blackwell was once the golden child of the FBI, using his secret talent as a clairvoyant to help put away society’s worst. Until, with a touch, he discovers his co-worker is a killer and his life falls apart. Now, the world thinks he’s crazy and that co-worker wants him dead. He seeks refuge at a small college, hoping to rebuild his life and his reputation. But then he runs into August Mulvaney. Literally.
August is immediately intrigued with Lucas and his backstory. He doesn’t believe in psychics, but there’s no missing the terror in his eyes when they collide in the hallway. Now, August has a problem. Lucas knows his secret, and August knows he wants Lucas. And August always gets what he wants.
Can he convince Lucas that not all killers are created equal and that having a psychopath in his corner—and in his life—might be just what he needs?
REVIEW:
I think I might have liked this book more than the first one. There was just something so charismatic and endearing about August and Lucas, especially after there awkward and tense first meeting. I found myself captivated and once again I couldn’t put the book down.
In all my years of reading, how have I never come across a clairvoyant character? Lucas was a delightfully refreshing character. While at times he seemed fragile and vulnerable, he was also so strong and determined. Then there is wonderfully terrible at blending into normal society, August. He struggles more so than his brothers at playing normal but what is to be expected with that giant brain and all the knowledge he has floating around in there. He was just so intriguing and his endless pursuit of Lucas had me grinning from ear to ear.
The romance was sizzling and I love that even though the relationships progress fast, they don’t feel rushed. The story feels well balanced with the plot line and external drama and factors at play. Also have I mentioned how intrigued I am with Thomas? I really hope after all the brothers get their HEAs, that daddy dearest gets one too. The plot line while again dark, was just a delight and in the end justice was served and yes I am still obsessed.
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