AUTHOR: Eva Simmons

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I love Felicity and Jude!

Previously stepsiblings from a loveless, business-like marriage, their feelings for each other were of the forbidden variety. But even after more than a decade apart, after a tragedy broke up everything in their lives, they suddenly find themselves back in each others orbit. It brings up the question of fate vs someone working behind the scenes to push them back towards each other.

The push and pull between Felicity and Jude is constant. That’s also what makes their relationship build. They just can’t keep away from each other whether they want to or not. As their romance ramps up more and more secrets from the past come to light. Not everything is what they thought is was when it comes to the past. And this makes for some struggles moving forward.

This book was great. I loved the dynamic between Fel and Jude. The mystery around what really happened in the past keeps you guessing along the way wondering what the truth really is. Then that twist I was not expecting! So good. And I love the subtle dark fairytale vibes mixed in too.

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Echo and Crew are made for each other…

Book two in this series picks up where book one left off but it also comes with a look into the past with the scene of how Crew and Echo first met. You get another little subtle hint at more dark fairytale vibes like with the first book. And I’m totally here for it.

Echo is stuck between her natural pull towards Crew and her promise that pushes her towards his brother. You get more insight into the back and forth between these two that you saw in book one.

Echo and Crew were clearly made for each other. Their chemistry is off the charts. They show each other parts of themselves that no one else gets. Throughout their hidden relationship they’re both dealing with the fact that she’s publicly dating his brother. Things change for them when Crew finally realizes it’s all just an arrangement and wants Echo to make the right choice on her own.

I absolutely love these two! And I love that he claimed her ring. When you read it, you’ll get it. Trust me. So good!

Side note: Crew is Adam’s (from Reckless Games) younger brother

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A second chance in the cards…

Both Sage and Lyla were brought up in the MC world but in two vastly different roles. Sage was the son the the VP, a future prospect and member, following in his father’s footsteps. Lyla was the President’s daughter, untouchable and off limits, who wanted out of that dangerous world. Sage became her protector as they grew up while they bought fought against their evolving feelings for each other.

Not long after they give into the chemistry between them, a tragic event pushes them apart. Years later they find themselves back in the same place fighting that same chemistry drawing them together. And once again Sage finds himself doing everything he can to protect her. Only this time around they can’t fight the growing feelings between them and won’t let anything stand in their way – not family drama or dangerous forces out to get them.

I absolutely loved these two together. They were definitely meant to be – destiny, written in the cards, inevitable. Both of them help each other heal and discover what means the most to them. They easily fit into the Twisted Roses found family.

I can’t wait to see what happens in the final book. The little tease at the end and building up to it has me wanting more.

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Running towards healing…

This final book in the Twisted Roses series is all about running from terrible things only to finding what it takes to truly heal you. Reed is running from an abusive relationship with the man she thought she’d found love with. Mason is running from the past troubles he’s tried to hide. Both of those things bring these two together. They find comfort, protection, safety, and healing between them. As time goes by and bruises fade, they discover connections between Mason’s family he left behind and Reed’s ex who still wants her back.

These two are absolutely perfect together. Mason is this sweet giant with a soft side for Reed. And Reed is a survivor with a determination to move on from her abuse and find herself again. Their chemistry and just everything is so great. I’ve loved this series and can’t wait to see more in this interconnected world.

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A little spice for the holidays…

Lakelyn receives a mysterious invite to an exclusive indulgent holiday party event at Midnight Manor. She believes it’s a mistake and the invite was meant for her twin sister. Since her sister is out of town she convinces her to take a chance and go in her place. But what Lakelyn wasn’t expecting was to catch the attention of the billionaire owner of Midnight Manor.

Adam is determined to bring her fantasies to life while she’s there. Lakelyn tries to convince herself not to fall for him because the fantasy can only last for so long. It becomes all about making the most of the time they have together. But Lakelyn is not the only one keeping secrets. Not everything is as it seems at Midnight Manor.

This novella is a short read packed with plenty of spice and romance. These two are meant for each other no matter how hard they try to fight it. You’ll also find a bit of intrigue and danger sprinkled in.

Side note: Adam is Crew’s (from Heart Sick Hate) older brother

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Cillian and Odette…

Another Eva Simmons book that has me hooked. We first briefly met Cillian is Reckless Games while he was working with Adam as head of security. After the murder of his father he’s forced to leave behind his security company to become the reluctant leader of his mafia family. He swears to be different, to be better than his father. When he see’s Odette, the daughter of the man he believes is behind his father’s death, on the stage of an underground auction, he see’s a chance at revenge.

Cillian never intended to settle down with a wife of his own and he especially never thought it would happen because he bought her at an event he’s always been disgusted by. Odette is grateful Cillian’s spur of the moment action saved her from the deal her father made to settle his debts with a man who wants her for himself. But at the same time she fears what her future will be like as the wife of her enemy.

As time goes by both Cillian and Odette find their feelings and intentions changing and evolving. Thing are not always as they seem and there’s more going on behind the scenes. They each have their own reasons for working together to put all the pieces in place for the full picture.

I absolutely loved these two together. Their chemistry was there from the start whether they wanted to admit it or not. So much spice, romance, action, danger, banter, just everything. So good!

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Romantic, in that totally twisted stalker way…

Saint and Violet make for the perfect dark romance couple. I want to chat about this book with you so bad but at the same time I’m determined to keep its secrets so you can experience the twisted goodness for yourself. Be prepared to check those trigger warnings because this love story is not for the faint of heart.

Violet finds herself at the mercy of a masked stranger on the side of the road one night who calls himself Saint, as he’s the one to save her from a fate that could be worse. He’s watching her, following her, out to possess her. She’s determined to figure out his true identity, even if that means everyone one around her on campus is a suspect. And at each interaction she find herself drawn to him more and more.

Their darkness within truly speaks to each other’s. This book is a wild ride of obsession, lust, spice, possessiveness, darkness, secrets, lies, and drama. Oh so good! I’m hoping for a full series in this world to see how far things go and to see more of the side characters.

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Declan and Teal…

Both Declan and Teal are troubled artists in their own ways. Declan is dealing with secrets and betrayals that have recently come to light and he’s ready to clean house, get answers, and seek vengeance. Teal is struggling with her mental health, a haunting past, and her own will to keep holding on. These two have grown up together in the same social circles but have been enemies for the most part.

When Teal finds out her father is planning to hand her off in an arranged marriage she doesn’t want, she reluctantly makes a deal with Declan in the form of a fake relationship to put a hold on those plans. But Declan knows more than he’s letting on. He’s got plans and schemes of his own working in the background. Declan also realizes he wants more from Teal.

Declan is convinced that Teal’s buried memories from three years ago hold answers that he needs. But since whatever happened that night lead to Teal spending time in the psych ward, she’s not as eager to dive into reliving the past. So much is happening behind the scenes. And the more time Declan and Teal spend together the less fake everything starts to feel.

Declan is definitely more monster than hero, but he’s Teal’s monster. He won’t let anything stand in his way of him taking control and setting things right. These two just work even when they’re not ready to admit it. I loved these two together and the journey they went on to get to what was meant to be all along.

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Dark found family…

When Jameson “Steel” finds the daughter of his club’s traitor trying to take something from his clubhouse, he’s faced with the decision of what to do with her. Tempe had been sent in under the disguise of being just another pretty girl there to party. But really she had just seen her mother killed right in front of her and she made a bargain to protect her four-year-old brother the she’d hidden.

Steel is drawn to both Tempe and her little brother with a fierce protectiveness. As his attachment to them grows his loyalty to the club as his absolute top priority is tested. Meanwhile, he’s determined to track down who is behind sending Tempe into the clubhouse in the first place with the intent to take them down. He will do everything in his power to protect those he cares about no matter what it takes.

I absolutely loved this darker found family journey. It has all the love, loyalty, and spice that you want but with those dark and dangerous bad boy biker vibes you can’t resist. The connection between Jameson and Tempe was perfect. And the adorableness brought in with her little brother Austin and his instant hero worship of Steel was just so good. Not all superheroes wear capes because some come wrapped in biker leather instead. I can’t wait to see where this new series goes.