Our Violent Ends - Chloe Gong

Set against the backdrop of a divided, war-torn Shanghai, Our Violent Ends picks up after the events of These Violent Delights, where Juliette and Roma are forced to confront their fates and the violent world they inhabit. The two main characters, former lovers, are now torn between their loyalty to their respective families—the Scarlet Gang (Juliette’s) and the White Flowers (Roma’s)—as well as their growing feelings for one another, despite the history of betrayal and bloodshed that defines their relationship.

The deadly consequences of their families' rivalry continue to unfold, with a new, terrifying threat emerging. A mysterious force is at work, threatening to bring even more chaos to Shanghai. As a monster that once terrorized their city resurfaces, Juliette and Roma find themselves in a race against time to stop it. However, the stakes are high, and trust is in short supply. Both characters must come to terms with their past and the choices they’ve made, while navigating the impossible conflict between love and loyalty.

Throughout Our Violent Ends, the story explores themes of revenge, power, family, sacrifice, and the complexities of love. The novel is a powerful conclusion to the duology, where Juliette and Roma must grapple with the weight of their actions and the consequences of a violent world that seems determined to tear them apart.

In the end, they must decide whether their love is worth the ultimate sacrifice in a city that demands loyalty and bloodshed. The book brings the intense, action-packed saga to a dramatic and emotional conclusion, blending romance, tragedy, and intrigue in a way that leaves readers captivated until the final page.