A playboy and an ice princess make a seductive bargain while the secrets of his past stalk them both…Victoria: Cassian is exactly the kind of charming playboy I hate. Smooth talker. Game player. Heartbreaker. I’ve been burned by his kind in the past. But he takes it to the next level with his sultry gaze and hard, powerful build.He’s got an Achilles’ heel though–there’s a dark secret from his … though–there’s a dark secret from his past threatening to destroy his empire. And he comes to me for help.
But he’s not getting me for free. Cassian’s going to teach me all his tricks of seduction. Once I’ve cracked his code, I’ll beat the bad boys at their own game. Except with a single, sizzling kiss, Cassian tears down all my defenses. And suddenly I’m in over my head and falling fast.
Cassian: Victoria’s ice-princess act doesn’t fool me. Inside that beautiful, frosty facade, I know I’ll find a woman made of pure fire.
But no matter how much she tries to maintain her distance, I need her. She’s going to help me keep the secrets of my past where they belong–buried deep. Victoria agrees to help if I give her lessons in seduction. Little Miss Uptight wants to learn how a bad boy operates? She’s about to get a lesson she’ll never forget.
As I unwrap more of the real Victoria though, I’m realizing I want to do more than teach her–I want her for my own. Forever.
Band of Billionaires: A tragic secret binds them together… Revealing the truth could tear them apart.
Primal Bargains (Book One, Gideon’s Story)
Deadly Appetites (Book Two, Cassian’s Story)
Covert Sins (Book Three, Archer’s Story)
Forbidden Loyalties (Book Four, Gage’s Story)
Lost Hearts (Book Five, Bishop’s Story)
Necessary Betrayals (Book Six)
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Where will the clues lead them and can they get there together
Deadly Appetites is the second book in the Band of Billionaires series and is about Cassian and Victoria. This is a well written and captivating story. There is an overarching story-line that runs through the series so you really should read the books in order to understand how everything fits together. Cassian and Victoria have an amazing chemistry but they are each great characters also. Overall this was a really well done romantic suspense.
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I enjoyed Victoria and Cassians story. Our plot thickens as we dive into notebooks, strike up a deal, tear apart a complicated system and break down preconceptions and misconceptions. Things literally spin out of control for this unlikely duo but it shows what’s really important. The betrayals never stop! Already have the next installment queued up.
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This was my first from Ms Davis. I found it well written, interesting, likable characters, OTT chemistry and filled with drama galore. Cassian and Victoria will definitely keep you entertained until the last page. Would I recommend it: Yes
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This is Book 2 in the Band of Billionaires Series by this author. It can be read as a standalone but you enhance your reading pleasure if you read the other book in the series. It is an enemies to lovers romance between Victoria and Cassian. What starts out as a seductive bargain turns into something more. It is a journey of self-discovery as these two very different but likeable characters try to figure out a relationship between them with love and intimacy while dealing with life’s challenges. It is a romantic adventure with drama and steam, plus engaging secondary characters to keep the reader interested. Overall, it is a solid read all around with heart, heat, and a happy for now ending. A good addition to the series.
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This is the second story in the series and I’m loving it! Victoria and Cassian has a strong attraction to one another and both decide to use it for different reasons. The over all plot is what’s going on with the billionaire friends AI system that supposedly killed their mentor and friend. The friend is possibly still alive but leaving clues to Cassian to help solve what’s going on. The story is great and the romance between Victoria and Cassian was wonderful. Both learn to let their defenses down and learn to take a chance on love. This is like a mini drama you see on TV. I can’t wait for the next episode. I’m definitely hooked.
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This was my first Raleigh Davis book and she definitely made an impression! I can already tell I will be reading the rest of this series for sure as well as checking out her other books.
I will say right away that I obviously didn’t read the first book in this series,and based off my experience I would recommend that you don’t skip it just so you understand all the characters and the dynamic they have. This book seems to have picked up where book 1 left off so I was slightly confused for the first few pages but I was also laughing and really enjoying the story. There were other times in the book they referenced back to events that happened in the first book, but the author did a great job of filling those details in.
I was in love with Cassian before the first chapter was over! His banter with Victoria and how he challenged her through out the whole book had me constantly smiling and laughing. He was so laid back about most things but when he got serious it was everything! The way he reassured Victoria that he wasn’t lying to her when she assumed he was just running his game or how he explained V to her (which you really won’t get until you read it). He was just a very charismatic character that you really can’t help but swoon over! Victoria took me longer to connect with, but I kind of just think that’s just her personality and that we might just be too similar! She takes everything so serious and she really just needs to unwind! I did love that she was in the army and that she risked everything there for her friend and she continues to want to lead now. I liked that she didn’t back down from Cassian or from the things she wanted and I liked that even when she hit some bumps she found another plan.
I loved their chemistry and how their attraction grew out of this quasi fake dating deal they made. I liked the dynamic that the whole group of guys had and how Victoria was able to work her way into the group. The plot itself was super interesting and I liked that parts of the story felt resolved and parts were left open for the next book. I feel like I really want to keep reading but I’m not mad that I have to wait, if you know what I mean.
I definitely recommend this book!
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She’s learning to avoid men like him.
Like the plague. He’s got dark secrets he wants to stay hidden. But nothing ever stays hidden.
I hated that Cassian was and is a player. Ugh. Hated it.
What I did like was that Victoria was in the military and her plan is to use him so she can be cured of the bad boy syndrome (this is a good plan, players never, ever change).
Well written, fast paced and engaging.
Recommend.
Still hate the player, though.
ONE ROCKY ROAD EXPERIENCE!!!
Mashups! Raleigh imparts one exciting approach, spinning this baby with 100% on point realism, acing the ins and outs, showcasing such intellect, passion, imagination and unique insight, fusing this little gem together seamlessly. A roaring tempest chocked full of baffling circumstances and nerve racking events, blow this little fella into play front and center. Action packed, hard hitting and adrenaline pumping, delivering one explosive storyline and gripping plot, kicking this gem into a hissy with a life altering, mind-blowing culmination. Twixt and twinned and intermingled, along with a bevy of astonishing twists and shocking turns, blasting this bad boy to life beautifully. The intense attraction and flaming chemistry sizzles through the pages, alluring and mesmerizing, exposing a deep connection and amplifying affection, binding them to one another perfectly. The characters are authentic and genuine with depth and qualities that blend into amazing personalities. The characters and scenes are strikingly sharp with abundant details and descriptions creating a colorful backdrop that makes the storyline pop. Remarkable job Raleigh, thanks for sharing this little treasure with us.
This is a well written romantic suspense with strong characters in Victoria and Cassian. The author does a fantastic job building the story and pulls you in with her descriptive and detailed scenes. There’s tons of action and suspense as well as the growing romance. It’s an intriguing story and I enjoyed reading.
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