The Untouchables Paperback – January 21, 2015

The Ruthless People trilogy follows the merger, through marriage, of two mafia families, The Callahan’s (Irish) and The Giovanni’s (Italian), with the intent of maintaining wealth and world domination through mainly drug trafficking and corruption by a.n.y. m.e.a.n.s. n.e.c.e.s.s.a.r.y.!Books in series should be read in order:Book 1: Ruthless PeopleBook 2: The UntouchablesBook 3: American SavagesIn Ruthless People (book 1) prodigal son, Liam Alec Callahan, was ready to get passed the reigns to the family empire along with title of Ceann na Conairte to him. Through marriage to heiress Melody Nicci Giovanni, Mel he would also take over her father’s mafia empire AND gain a meek wife to represent them…Nothing could have prepared Liam for Melody aka The Boss who had secretly been running her family empire and was not about to relent her power. Story followed Liam and Melody in the power struggle that ensued and when they faced common enemies in the The Valero’s (Russians) and the new Chicago Police Commissioner taking us on a violent battle for supremacy.The Untouchables (book 2) picks up about a year after book 1’s ending. It goes on to follow Liam and Mel as they continue their quest for world domination, including the presidency of the United States. They are taunted and challenged by friends and foes</b> and dark, even more powerful and deadly forces. It’s an uphill battle that Liam and Mel tries to fight relentlessly side by side.A roller-coaster of suspense, intrigue, sex, murder, corruption, violence, manipulation and betrayal! But ultimately it’s a journey of sacrifices and growth. And though Liam and Mel might always be ruthless people in the eyes of the world the love they share is of epic proportions!LIAM ALEC CALLAHAN: Ceann na Conairte/29 years/2nd son/heir/Mobster/Brown hair/Green eyes.Liam Alec Callahan aka Ceann na Conairte, is the prodigal son who in book 1 weaseled his way into my heart while managing to find the perfect balance between whopped, in charge and diplomacy. He will continue on that path while showing signs of maturity. There are more endearing revelations about him. Truly an unforgettable hero!Nine words to describe Liam: Focused, cocky, calculated, reflective, jaded, hot-headed, vulnerable, diplomatic and ruthless.MELODY NICCI GIOVANNI: The Boss/Bloody Melody/26 years/Heiress/Mob queen/Black hair/Brown eyes.Melody Nicci Giovanni-Callahan, Mel aka The Boss aka Bloody Melody is the perfect blend of strong, bad-ass heroine, vulnerable, broken girl and men-at-your-feet temptress with a temper! We see some self-reflection and growth and even though I heart the bad ass Mel, I am very fond of the matured Mel.Nine words to describe Melody: V.o.l.a.t.i.l.e., motivated, competitive, fierce, smart, calculated, complex, hot-headed and ruthless.The Untouchables, told from multiple POVs is the seamless blend of drama, romance, angst and suspense and a worthy follow up to book 1, rivaling it in every aspect. As for ending; Brilliant! Shocking! Devastating! Unexpected! Gutsy! It’s the perfect set-up for book 3, American Savages, the conclusion of their saga.Flawless and suspenseful plot! Spellbinding story-telling! Genius character development! A captivating and truly untouchable couple! It’s a story that consumed me. 6-stars!***Hero rating: 5+ starsHeroine rating: 5+ starsSexual tension rating: 5+ starsSex scenes rating:5+ starsSex scenes frequency: 4.5 starsPlot rating: 5 starsDialogue rating: 5+ starsStorytelling rating: 5+ starsStory ending rating: N/ABook editing rating (5 = no edits spotted): N/A************************************************Overall rating: 5+ starsWould I recommend this series: Yes, absolutely.Would I re-read this series: Yes, absolutely.Would I read future books by this author: Yes.I gifted copy provided to me by author/publisher in exchange for honest feedback & review.

I am not even sure where to begin this review. First, this book is amazing. I am not talking "ah what a cute story" or "wow that was intense" - I am talking this book will blow your freaking mind!It is no secret I absolutely loved Ruthless People, but Ms. McAvoy truly outdid herself here because there are not enough words to convey how much I loved The Untouchables and how highly I recommend it."We were all fakers; lying to people who were lying to themselves.”The Untouchables begins were Ruthless People left off. Liam is keeping the secret about Melody’s mom, Aviela, being a live, and naturally you can’t keep secrets from a girl like Melody. What should be a happy moment for Mel, since she was orphaned when her father died turns out to be a horrible turn of events. Mel’s mom is alive, but she is also a contracted killer who is linked to multiple deaths in Mel’s family and is coming for them next.On the other front we have Olivia’s father, Senator Coleman, who is running for president. The goal is for the Callan’s to own the White House, and once that happens the possibilities will be endless for the family. Despite their plans nothing comes easy when you have a worthy adversary, Availa, threatening you at every turn.I try to go into almost every book blind. I don’t want to know what happens, because knowing takes away from the experience. So when I started this review I went back to the blurb to make sure I didn’t include any spoilers in my review. So while the two small paragraphs may feel like I told you the story, I in no way did. That is because this book was literally one thing after another, and I mean that in the on the edge of your seat, can’t wait to the turn the page way.Obviously this story is intense and will have you dying to learn more, literally up until the last page. However, it is also so much more. I am so impressed with how JJ has developed these characters, all of them, not just Liam and Melody. When we first met the family we were given a brief rundown on them all, and I learning how they have changed in the year since Melody joined the family was fantastic. Melody didn’t change everyone she opened them up to be who they already are, she gave them a voice, an outlet, and freedom to be themselves.I absolutely loved how Melody and Liam’s relationship developed. We have two people who were always more concerned with themselves and the end game, that now love and put the other first. This isn’t a love story, but the love story between these two makes my heart swoon. I loved seeing how they worked, lived and grew together. I enjoyed how Mel was able to open her heart to love and the changes she went through throughout the story. The old Melody would have handled things so differently and I love how JJ brought about the changes at the right time.This book made me crazy tense. I felt like I was in the story and with every turn I wanted to know what happened, how things would play out. I can’t even begin to imagine what will come next in American Savages, but I am so excited to see how things are resolved. JJ McAvoy continues to blow me away with her writing, if you enjoyed Ruthless People you will absolutely love The Untouchables.ARC graciously provided by JJ McAvoy in exchange for an honest review.

This book was very entertaining. There wasn’t a single slow or boring moment. It is action pack. Lots of violence, profanity, and “woppy”. So if you are not into that than you might have issues with some of the content. I am looking forward to the next book in the series