Book Review: Dangerously Ours

By Sara Steven

**Synopsis may contain spoilers for the previous books in the series**

Conning the rich and fleeing to new cities is all ex-grifter Phoebe Graves has ever known—until she started building real relationships in a small yet wealthy Connecticut town. But she’s worried these new bonds won’t hold fast as more than one big bad wolf threatens to blow down those she loves most.

And now more than ever, she has a reason to stay in one place. Among them is Brayden “Rocky” Tinrock, her best friend’s older brother, who’s been a partner to Phoebe during every daring and exhilarating con. And then of course there’s Hailey Tinrock, her best friend, whose precious secret they’ll do anything to protect. . . .

As Phoebe and her family team up with the Tinrocks to fight for a chance at a home, they confront the demons of their pasts and must do the impossible . . . deceive the most cunning con artist they’ve ever known. (Synopsis courtesy of Amazon.)

I’ve read all three books in the Webs We Weave series, and I can honestly say this was my favorite installment, hands down! I’ve come to appreciate all of the primary characters in this series, which makes the last book bittersweet. The friendship between Phoebe and Hailey is strong and apparent, particularly when Hailey finds herself in a predicament she could have never predicted, and there is a moment when Hailey puts herself in harm's way to protect her best friend. The primary theme that runs within this tight-knit group is friendship and love, despite the odds. They were raised to con, but one thing they refuse to do is con each other.

There are new, unique relationships that form this go around, too. I found it refreshing and true to life. Hailey, Jake, and Oliver are forging their own path and I never questioned the honesty in it. It felt right. The Phoebe/Rocky relationship was sweet, too. If anything, the romantic relationships that form in this book series are never conventional, and the bond between Phoebe and Rocky fits in that vein. The best things in life are worth waiting for, and I could really feel that with those two.

The most cunning con artist who is mentioned in the synopsis is a villain that is unexpected. Emotions are split in two while the group decides the best course of action, and there are no easy answers. Overall, I could sense just how much everyone wants to get out of the con business, settling down in Connecticut and going legit. But there are obstacles in their way, whether it’s villains or in some cases, monsters, threatening their sense of security at every turn. 

What made this my favorite installment was how open and honest the writing felt with all of the characters involved. Love them or hate them, or falling somewhere in between, each character was their authentic self and I couldn’t help but feel entangled within their triumphs and fears. Out of all of the characters, I loved the Hailey angle. She genuinely loves fiercely and refuses to choose just one road to travel on, and why should she have to? It’s been a windy road for this group of changed con artists, and I only hope the best for all of them. Dangerously Ours was a dangerously addictive five-star read!  

Thanks to Berkley for the book in exchange for an honest review.

More by Krista and Becca Ritchie:
Addicted to You (Addicted series)
Whatever It Takes (Bad Reputation Duet)
The Failed Audition (Circus is Family series)

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