From USA Today Bestselling Author Dani René comes a new adult romance filled with lies, secrets, and steam!I hate her. I want Dahlia to pay. Tynewood is my town, and she doesn’t belong here. While rage fuels me, my blood burns with desire. I want vengeance, and I’ll get it. No. Matter. What. We’re on opposite sides of the battlefield — a poised flower, a raging warrior, and a mountain of secrets … a poised flower, a raging warrior, and a mountain of secrets between us.
I knew he was bad news the moment I laid eyes on him. Anger and lust swirl together when he looks at me, but I don’t know why. War has commenced, and as secrets unfold, it looks like the battle has only just begun. He wants to hurt me. He loves to see me cry.
What Ares Lancaster doesn’t realize is, I’m not afraid of the darkness inside him.
Lies. Revenge. Bloodshed.
When war comes to a head, nobody is safe from the destruction it leaves in its wake.
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Hmm I don’t know if this one will be one of my favorites. For some reason I didn’t like how all the discovery details of the plot were unfold and the reactions they had with what was going on. So I hope that the next one will do it for me.
Sins of the Father….
Ares Lancaster and Dahlia Milton are ticking timebombs ready to combust. There is no slow burn with this couple. The simmering lust between them is electrical. Ares becomes of age to take his rightful place at the table of the Gilded Sovereign. A secretorder of rich and powerful men that rule Tynewood. Ares and Dahlia are the main focus of years of feuding between their families. They have both suffered loss at the hands of their fathers. Ares is pure alpha with revenge boiling in his blood. He is determinedto seek retribution and punish the people responsible for all the bloodshed bestowed on his family.
In this quest, he meets Dahlia, strong, willful and beautiful. She is not what he expected. She brings out feelings in him that he never believed possible. Their story is full of suspense, vengeance, lust, love and a desire to change things to reflect theirbeliefs. Ares and Dahlia are ready for war. It was exhilarating to see the two of them in action. I look forward for the next book in this series.
The Queen of all that is dark did it again with another awesome series. Ares is arrogant, confident and sexy. Dahlia is a spitfire, strong, beautiful young lady. Intrigue, lies, twists and so good. Can’t wait for the next book.
When this year started, I fell back in love with high-school/college romance and was super excited when Dani decided to dive into that genre.
And she does it again. With the similar Dani flair, she delivers another amazing read. This book has enough heat to burn up your kindle. The story flows flawlessly and you can literally feel the angst, the indecision, the trauma and intense chemistry these two characters go through. There’s enough drama to make you keep flipping the pages.
If college romance with an extra sizzle if your grove, then this book is a total must read.
This is a fabulously dark story of archenemies and revenge. Ares and Dahlia are the products of an old feud and are destined to continue the enmity.
The cruel war they are embroiled in shapes the protagonists destinies but fate does not always go to plan. I love all the characters in this story whether friend or foe; they are all fascinating, and in particular Ares’ personal development through the course of the book is well observed.
The world in which these characters interact is detailed and carefully described, and I found myself absorbed in their trials and tribulations…a great start to a brand new series… I received an advanced copy of this book from the author.
I’m always super excited when a book captures my attention from the start.
That usually means it will get even better as I get into it.
And Cruel War did and was exactly that.
What a fantastic start to what is going to be an epic series!
I love jackass heroes.
And Ares was just that.
That boy is confident,conceited and cocky as hell.
His dirty mouth has the girls at his beck and call.
Ares as a cruel streak running through him.
But his sense of loyalty runs deep and wide.
Dahlia omg I loved her!
That girl is strong and gives as good as she gets.
Even when she’s shaking and scared on the inside.
Her will and determination has seen her through some rough times.
And that’s what she’s going to need in order to survive Ares.
The plot is complicated and twisted.
In true Rene style the authors delivers an unpredictable storyline.
That has twists and turns that are unforeseen and are jaw dropping.
I loved the intrigue and suspense that’s interwoven into the tension and chemistry brewing between Ares and Dahlia.
Loved this book from start to finish.
I’m thrilled that there’s still so much more to come!
What a phenomenal start to this new series! The story of Ares and Dahlia will hold you captivated from the very first sentence. This story has so much going on, so many twists and turns that will make your head spin! These two are not meant to be together, so much has happened in the past to warrant them not being in any kind of a relationship. But the chemistry between them, makes you think that maybe they will end up together?? Ares is a very strong, alpha character, who while very rough around the edges, you can’t help but fall in love with. And Dahlia is definitely a force to be reckoned with. She has had struggles in her life that just makes her the strong woman that she becomes and you will love her as well. This story has it all….anger, lust, danger, and possibly love! I was so entranced with this story, that I literally read it in one sitting! This book is a definite must read!
Omg, this book was truly amazing!! It’s an enemy’s to lovers book. You get the angst, suspense, love and hate. Families who has the heritage of who they are from the 1800, and they can never change. I was hooked when I read this book, I couldn’t put it down! I highly recommend this book to absolutely everyone! Dani René did an amazing job writing this book! I give this book five stars, and I can’t wait for the second book.
Cruel War
The first of the Gilded Sovereign series is truly combustible! Dahlia and Ares are impeccably written characters.
The pull between Ares and Dahlia is strong and undeniable, even if there are lies, deceit and explosive truths between them.
The plot in this story is fast paced and intense, with half truths around every corner. I felt like their was a veil of secrecy when trying to read this book, and when all truths were uncovered, I was utterly thrown!
It’s an antsy, edge of your seat, thrill of a read, with all of the passion, intensity and darkness that Dani writes so well.
Etienne and Rukaiya’s story is next, and it promises to be an absolute treat!
Cruel War was the intense, riveting, and keep you on the edge of your seat introduction to the Gilded Soverign series.
Ares was such an intriguing character. Arrogant, assertive and used to getting what he wanted Ares was the bad boy you can’t help but love. Dahlia was the perfect balance to Ares and I adored them together. Sassy, fierce, and determined Dahlia didn’t believe in backing down or going toe-to-toe with Ares. Things between Ares and Dahlia were intense, passionate, and consuming with just the right mix of angst I couldn’t get enough of.
From the very start Cruel War grabbed my attention and kept me as a willing captive. I loved the twists and turns that kept me constantly on my toes and guessing. After the mystery, suspense, betrayal, truths, deceit, angst, and delicious slowburn woven throughout the pages of Cruel War I eagerly look forward to what’s in store for the Gilded Sovereign and it’s enigmatic members.
Wow! What a great way to start an amazing series! Cruel War is full of action and suspense but will have your heart pounding and begging for more. This enemies to lovers book had me hooked from the start to finish and I didn’t want it to end. I can’t wait to read the next book. Ares and Dahlia are such strong characters. Ares is a wealthy hot alpha that’s next in line to a secret society that he’s been groomed for his whole life. When he vows to get revenge on Dahlia for something that happened in the past will things go as planned?
Dahlia is a beautiful smart quiet young lady that just wants to go to college and lay low. When she suspects some secrets she won’t back down from nobody even Ares until the truth comes out. Cruel War has so many twist and turns that it will keep you guessing and on your toes.
I received a copy of this book from the publisher/author to review for Stephanie’s Book Reports.
I hate her. I want Dehlia to pay. Tynewood is my town, and she doesn’t belong here. While rage fuels me, my blood burns with desire I want vengeance, and I’ll get it. No. Matter. What. We’re on opposite sides of the battlefield – a poised flower, a raging warrior, and a mountain of secrets between us. I knew he was bad news the moment I laid eyes on him. Anger and lust swirl together when he looks at me, but I don’t know why. War has commenced, and as secrets unfold, it looks like the battle has only just begun. He wants to hurt me. He loves to see me cry. What Ares Lancaster doesn’t realize is I’m not afraid of the darkness inside him. Lies. Revenge. Bloodshed. When war comes to a head, nobody is safe from the destruction it leaves in its wake.
This is the story of Ares and Dahlia. Your going to be sucked into this story from the first words. Dane Rene’ excels at sucking you into her books and then your hooked and will read everything she writes. Cruel War is no exception.It is filled with so many twist and turns that you might just find yourself breathless at times. If every two people have not been meant to be it is Dahlia and Ares. They have had so much go on in their past there is just no way they can possibly be made for each other. However that doesn’t top the kindle melting chemistry these two have for each other to melt right off the pages of this book. I fell in love with both of them and Dahlia is a strong female character who is not afraid to give as good as she gets. Ares is all alpha male and is very rough around the edges but your can’t help be give him your heart. I will go ahead and warn you that your going to devour this book and will not want to put it down. So, make sure you have plenty of time. Dani Rene’ is a much read author for me. If you have never read anything by her this is a great place to start.
Ares and Dahlia wow this story has so much it has action, hate , love, betrayal, lies and everything you would want in a book and then some.
Every time I read a book by Dani Rene it never ceases to amaze me just how I get pulled into the story and don’t want it to end.
This is the first book in a new series and I am so excited to see where it takes us.
***4.5 Stars***
I have to admit that it was the name of the series that initially hooked me. I really, REALLY wanted to find out more and I wasn’t disappointed! I was hooked from the beginning and thoroughly enjoyed watching as everything unfolded between Ares and Dahlia as well as getting to find out just what The Gilded Sovereign was all about and meeting a whole new crew of characters that I cannot wait to get to know better.
I loved Dahlia and Ares. Dahlia’s got moxie. She’s sweet, sassy and despite the typical teenage insecurities is comfortable in her own skin and I loved how she didn’t back down from getting what she wanted, even if it could hurt her. Ares is all kinds of bad boy smexy AF alpha male. He is stubborn, driven and, despite being something of a loose cannon at times, has a good head on his shoulders and a good heart that he tends to hide away from the world.
Their journey to their HEA definitely starts off on an interesting foot, but it’s ridiculously apparent that they are both attracted to each other regardless of if they should or shouldn’t be. But watching as they both got under the others skins and found that there could be so much more was a lot of fun and I really liked where they ended up at the end of the book.
Cruel War is a great start to a new series. There was just the right balance of angst and humor and heartbreak and smexyness to keep things interesting without anything getting too OTT. The world building was good and I liked how we got to know what the Gilded Sovereign was and it’s history without it feeling like an information dump was happening, all while realizing that there was so much more to it than even the those apart of it knew. And as for the secondary cast of characters, I loved Ettiene, Tarian ~ these two are true friends who will have your back no matter what, but aren’t just ‘yes’ men. They will push back when necessary ~ Rukaiya is a force and I’m looking forward to getting to her better and I even liked Philipe when everything was said and done and am definitely looking forward to getting to know this crew a lot better in the next book!
~ Copy provided by Enticing Journey Book Promo & voluntarily reviewed ~
Cruel War
As the title suggests this is a story about cruel secrets that have Ares and Dahila trapped by the actions of their fathers, and the cruel depraved world they belong in.
Ares knows the punishment for betrayal and most of the rules that govern this secret society. Ares is the second eldest in the family that has be ruled for generations by fear and strength, that is until his thirst for revenge at his mother being murdered.
Ares is just a young woman returning to her father’s family home to live with her gran who she hardly knows, as she has nowhere else to go. The daughter of a cop she is used to having a understanding how much danger there is is the world around her. What she doesn’t know is how her family is linked to danger and darkness around her.
Starting university in Tynewood Dahila as the new girl in a small town comes with its challenges luckily her best friend Rukaiya and her dad have also moved for support.
The chemistry between these two is intense from the minute their eyes met. What Dahila didn’t know was the reason why he was set to destroy her. Dahila knew he was going to be trouble, she didn’t realise how much her life was about to change.
I loved this action packed intense captivating read and can’t wait for the series to continue. A must read set to be the next 5star series that will stay with you long after you have finished.
4.5 stars for this tense and exciting read which introduces us to a world of dark deeds, corruption and power. Focussing on Ares and Dahlia, we are drip fed secrets which have held people in thrall.
This book is a true page turner that takes us along on its twisted path with spirit and a gleefulness which is irresistible! You will want to see Ares brought down on his arrogant arse, but you will also be totally attracted to that same arrogance and self assurance. I loved Dahlia’s strength and courage in facing up to his relentless behaviour. Well, in fact, I loved it all.
Good, hot read with tantalising glimpses of future books.
This story is filled with non stop action, twists and turns and of course romance. Ares is one determined man and nothing will stand in his way of what he’s wanted all of his life. Dahlia thought she knew about her family but when secrets are told your jaw will drop. We’re kept on our toes throughout this story and just when you think you’ve found out all there is to know, there’s another path that reveals itself. I cannot wait to see what the future holds for the Guilded Sovereign Series.
(3.5 stars) Ares Lancaster has taken his place at the Gilded Sovereign. Part of a secret society of wealthy men at Tynewood that is part of his bloodline. He wants to seek revenge now that he has the resources to do so and Dahlia is in his sight! Dahlia Milton just moved to the small town of Tynewood to go to the university. She doesn’t know all the secrets of this town…yet. What is he hiding from her? Will their long standing family feud come between these two as well? Many secrets are held with the walls of this town and sometimes letting them out is just as dangerous. This slightly reminded me of another secret society type book I’ve read. Told in dual POV