Anton ScaleneI was born in hell, raised in a nightmare.I was fifteen when I killed for the first time.As a child, my dreams were about climbing out of that hell, of being on top of the pile of bodies and not one of them.I live in the shadows, find solace in the darkness.Until her.A chance meeting, a fleeting moment… to have her would destroy the very part of her I crave.
And even knowing that, I can’t stay away, until my past threatens to drag her into my nightmare.
Letting her go is the hardest thing I’ve ever done, but a demon has no business falling in love with an angel.
Due to language and adult situations, this book is intended for readers 18 and older. May have triggers for some.
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5 thrilling stars!
Review by Nancy
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The second book in the Lost Boys series by L.A. Fiore, Demon You Love is an intense, jaw-dropping, all-consuming read!
Although it can be read as a standalone, I would recommend reading the first book. I went straight into the second book and had no idea just how good this series would be. I will most definitely be going back and reading the first book, I feel like I missed out. Nonetheless, this story had me at the edge of my seat. A real page-turner.
L.A. Fiore wrote one of my favorite broken heroes. I wasn’t sure how I would feel about Anton, but he was so easy to love. Loyal to a fault, intense, intelligent and all alpha. Anton had a very tough upbringing. His past was dark and frightening, but he managed to rise above it. All he needed was a little light in his life, and it happened to come in the form of Piper.
Piper was the light to Anton’s darkness. An aspiring ballerina with a huge heart, she saw right through Anton and pushed all his boundaries. The chemistry and pull was there from the moment they met, it was undeniable. It was like fate kept bringing them together and they could only fight it for so long.
Anton and Piper never had anything handed to them. They knew how to work hard and push until they obtained what they wanted. They were both dreamers in their own way. I was enamored with this couple from very early on. Their story was so engaging, I couldn’t help but get sucked in. It was the perfect amount of thrill, angst, darkness, and romance!
This is the 2nd book that I have read by this author and I can definitely say that I am hooked and my checkbook is about to put out a hit on me since I will be going on a shopping spree!!
DEMON YOU LOVE is the 2nd books in the Lost Boys series, but I did not feel that I missed anything with this one. I know that there are other characters involved in the other story, but this book was based around Anton and Piper alone with a smattering of the other characters playing parts. Also, the author did a great job with the backstory of Anton, so I don’t feel like I missed anything in that regard. But I now have to get the first book! 🙂
Overall, I was really impressed with the characters and the story. This was not an instalove book. The build up took a bit, but I liked how it played out and how each character handled what was thrown at them during the build up. And how they handled all that got thrown at that after that. And wow did the author put them both through the wringer!!
There is danger and passion within the pages of the story and I was completely and utterly shocked by who the ultimate bad guy turned out to be. I didn’t see that one coming, and that is unusual for me as I can normally guess, so that only increased my enjoyment of the suspense.
My overall impression of the story was amazing! The writing kept me entertained and enthralled as I read each page and kept adding layer upon layer to the characters. And the danger kept mounting since I couldn’t figure out where the true issue came from, so the suspense was just right. The characters are memorable and I really enjoyed them. So, two thumbs up and I now have a new author to add to my autobuy list! Happy reading!!
Demon You Love by L.A. Fiore is book Two in the Lost Boys Series. This is the story of Anton and Piper. I haven’t yet read the previous book, so for me this was a standalone book.
As we learned, Anton was fighting for his life since the day he was born. Now he has reached a place where he is more in control and is pursing what he thought he wanted. But one sight of Piper starts to show him what he actualy needs. Piper is a fun, innocent, tries to take care of everything but also wanting a certain dream for herself. Anton life is dangerous but to resiet the pull to Piper isn’t working…can these to find what they both want and need? I so in love with their story….a page turner until I reached the end.
Anton is absolute fire!! He had me so enthralled with his quiet power, and darkened past that his fall for Piper was nothing less that exquisite! Unexpected and quickly moving, I didn’t stand a chance against being swept away. For a character like Anton, to see his more vulnerable side was completely intoxicating. It was both exciting, and wildly romantic with characters that enthralled and moved me through all the emotions. Who knew a piece of pie could spark all that? I absolutely loved it, inhaled it as if I was starving for oxygen, and I thank the Author for providing a copy to review!!
~~~Erika, Book Haven Book Blog
L.A. Fiore creates some of the most beautifully broken heroes I have ever come across!! Anton stole my heart right from the start and held on so tight that even though I’m at the end of his story, he still won’t let go. And I don’t want him to!!
So who is Anton? A man who is loving and protective and successful and generous and beautiful and sexy and simply amazing. A man who scraped and clawed his way from the gutter. Born and abandoned in an alley, he grew up without a name. He was an object, a possession, something to be passed around with absolutely no regard for his wellbeing. He was alone and desperate, but a fire burned within him. It raged to escape his beginnings, to right the wrongs done to him and so many others. He bided his time and took back what little he had of his life. He grew into someone he always dreamed of – no longer worried about what he’d eat or where he’d sleep. He’d found a family to call his own, friends to rely on, and a lifestyle that suited him. But he was still alone… until Piper.
Piper was all that Anton envisioned as beautiful and pure. She was young, but her soul was wise. She was kind and warm and real. She was everything he was searching for without really looking. She was perfection, at least for sweet Anton. She always dreamed of being a dancer and her dreams were just about to come true, but with a new man in her life, her dreams expanded to include him. With Anton, she realized that dreams really do come true.
I loved these characters so much! I admired how the author made Anton shine and how his glow only brightened when he became involved with Piper. I also loved how easily Piper saw beyond his facade, seeking and touching the man so very few were allowed to see. And how even when his darkness came to the surface, she never feared him or questioned him or doubted him. Not once.
She’d just seen the demon under the gentleman, and she still looked at me with love in her eyes.
Together, these characters explored a tale full of pain and so much loveliness that I never wanted it to end. They made my heart feel so full and were quickly added to my list of favorites. Reading this story, it’s very easy to see why Fiore tops my list of must-read authors!!
Demon You Love is an absolute MUST READ!!! My emotions were all over the place, and the more I read this book the more I feel in love with Piper and Anton!
Demon You Love is the second book in the Lost Boys series by L.A. Fiore. It is a standalone, I would recommend reading Devil You Know (Book 1) before reading this book. Which I wish I would have known before reading this book but I still managed just fine.
I was immediately drawn into this story from the first page and I didn’t want to put the book down. I fell in love with Piper and Anton. They each had thier own pasts that led them to where they are today and I loved it so much!
I’m quickly becoming a huge fan of L.A. Fiore’s work and I can’t wait to see what comes next!
Such an emotional book. I just loved Anton and Piper. They each had their own stuff from the past and each of them overcame. I loved the little mystery that was thrown in it definitely kept me thinking and was surprised when it all came out. I can’t wait for the next one.
Captivating, suspenseful and passionate story.
Well written with intoxicating characters that share tremendous chemistry.
This is not your typical romance as it is darkish, twisted and full of surprises. This is a story about love and family.
The connection between Anton and Piper’s is exciting, well paced and deeply moving. They’re perfectly matched but you’ll have to read and discover how and why!
Although it’s book 2 in the Lost Boys series and it can be read as a standalone, reading book 1 offers insight and history into the story. My only drawback about this read is that there were so many characters it was hard for me to keep up with all of them.
When the book started I loved all the meet cutes that these characters had. They were so natural even when Pipers mouth would fly. It had me laughing like crazy. Anton was cold and distant but you could just feel his want for Piper. I loved their banter when they finally startled their “thing”. With a mix of suspense added it, it was a well rounded novel.
I’m going to touch on Anton again for a second. We know he is ruthless but at the same time he is one of the sweetest more thoughtful hero’s I’ve read. He had this pull to him and you can’t help but smile at the little things he does. It’s the little things that shows his love. He’s rich…. but he doesn’t use that for happiness. It was a great quality.
There a lot that could be said about this book. It started of with an emotional overload but the author broke things down and gave us some happy along the way. Piper was such a genuine character and Anton noticed that. It helped the story move along. I would classify this as a slow burn. It was so heart warming and enduring watching them dance around each other, but when that spark ignited….. it lit bright.
The family aspect of this book brought tears to my eyes. So many characters in this book have little, but together they make such a big and amazing family. It brought that homey feel to the book. I just had to mention it because it was one of my favorite aspects of the story.
I don’t want to go into too many details but I would totally recommend this book. You don’t have to read the first book but it was just as amazing as this one. The characters are real, the issues were handled beautifully and the love was strong. Raw and at sometimes emotional this is a book to not miss. I can’t wait to see what’s to come in this series. 5 stars #2OCCJD
I wish I could give this book more then 5 stars cause it was seriously that good!! I mean despite starting out a bit ugly especially for Anton, it turned out so beautifully. It sounds so weird saying that despite the title but it truly was. I mean I was so into this book that I didn’t want it to end. Anton and Piper are just incredible. I mean they have each other’s back and don’t question a whole lot. When things get rough, they just remain strong and do what they got to do. Piper deals with a lot of crap in this book but it doesn’t stop her from getting her dream. It was just amazing to see how much this group stuck by each other and got the job done. They were a family and the support was amazing. This is action packed, sexy and sweet all in the same book. I promise you their is sweet parts in this book. I truly loved this book and want more from these characters!!!
Demon You Love is the second book in Lost Boys series by L.A. Fiore and is my second read from this author. I fell in love with this series from the first book, Devil You Know. Although it can be read as a standalone, I highly recommend reading Devil You Know first…This is Anton and Piper story. A sweet, pure love story, of two broken souls and how they found each other.
After was born, Anton was abandoned on an alley. He didn’t have a name and he became a possession for others to use as they pleased. He suffered a lot, but he never lost his hope and his dream, to become someone else, someone good and better, to help and save others, to make a difference.
One day, when he knew he was strong enough, he fought back, and he won. He won his freedom. He did awful things to survive…Now he is a successful businessman, he is rich, without any concern, he is gorgeous, hot, sexy, he has an amazing family and although they are not his real family, they are just his friends, he loves them immensely, and they love him back. But something is missing in his life.
Piper had a great life until her father died. Although her mother abandoned her and her father, although her father remarried, she never lost her hope. Her stepmom and stepsister never knowledge her. So after her father died, she became the head of the family. She supported her stepmom and stepsister. But she had enough. She wanted to move out, to live her life and to fulfill her dreams.
She wanted to become a professional ballerina. She needed to focus on her dancing, only her focus slips away when she meets the most gorgeous man she ever saw. But that wasn’t the biggest problem. Her world is turned upside down when she learns that her stepmom is dying, and her bi@tch stepsister will become her responsibility.
Not enough money, the need for a new place to live, her teenager problematic stepsister, a gorgeous hot sexy man that blows her heart and mind, the most important audition in her life, or the danger that lurks in the dark. Anton’s past comes back to haunt him and his most valuable possession, a mysterious ballerina still lurks in his thoughts, someone close to him betrays him and sold him out…Are Anton and Pipers love strong enough to survive all this drama?
Devil You Know was much emotional, psychological and more complex. Demon You Love was much sweeter, lovely, sensible and pure. Anton and Piper had love at first sight. Anton is the perfect man…And I do mean PERFECT. He is like a ”genie in the bottle”. He makes all Pipers dreams come true.
I am also very happy that I got to meet again Damian and Thea. They are amazing! Now I am waiting for Cam’s story.
If you are looking for sweet, lovely, emotionally, perfect men and pure love, The Lost Boys series by L.A. Fiore is perfect for you. So go read first Devil You Know and then Damon You Love.
I highly recommend this series!
Absolutely stunning! I loved the first story in this fantastic series and this one is just as great if not better. The opening is so heart wrenching, disturbing and sad. I could have never have imagined the real story behind Anton’s steely composure as Damien’s sketchy buddy. Tragic beyond words and shows how his past molded his future and made him the deadly fierce man he became. The way his name was decided says it all. What a spectacular character he is in all his cool hotness and scary quietness. He knows what needs to be done and doesn’t hesitate to take care of his friends and dispose of his foes. I love a guy that owns his criminality and dares anyone to question him and his choices. Have I waxed on enough about Anton? I could go on and on and I haven’t even gotten to the other hunks in the story. But let’s hope we’ll see more of them in the future along with all the smart, sassy women. And of all the women he has at his disposal who catches his eye? Someone that’s not necessarily impressed by his persona even if she is captivated by his looks. A sweet, funny, hard working young woman that’s put her family needs ahead of her own for too long. She finally decides enough is enough and strikes out on her own to follow her dream of being a ballerina. Piper is a wonderful heroine and one that Anton wants but knows he should stay away from. But Anton can’t resist the pull of the beautiful dancer from the first moment he sees her. When his life puts her in danger the story ramps up and Anton’s friends step up and fight his foes right along with him. Hunks galore! I love, love, love this author’s dynamic storylines full of suspense, mystery and danger, her superb characters, and the steamy romances. I can’t wait for the next sexy Lost Boy! I voluntarily reviewed an ARC and bought the book.
I knew Damon’s story was going to be rough, but OMG. Piper has a dream and maybe one day it will become a reality. She has to fight like hell and work hard to make that happen. She has many things getting in the way of her dream. True dreamers don’t let their dreams or passion die, they fight to make it happen. Damon lived a nightmare growing up and he made a life for himself. It may not be conventional, but it works for him. True love is not even a thought for him, until he sees a beautiful dancer. Piper and Damon each have their own demons to battle before they can truly be a couple. The emotions pouring out of this book are astounding. The cherry on the sundae was being able to visit with old friends from previous stories. I loved this book
I received a copy of this book from NetGalley to review for Stephanie’s Book Reports.
Anton Scalene was born and raised in a nightmare. He was fifteen when he killed for the first time. As a child his dreams were about climbing out of his past and bein on top of the pile of bodies and not one of them. He lives in the shadow, finds solace in the darkness. Until her. A chance meeting, a fleeting moment. Her innocence beguiles him. He wants her but to have her would destroy the very par of her he craves. And even knowing that, he can’t stay away, until his past threatens to drag her into his nightmare. Letting her go is the hardest thing he has ever done, but a demon has no business falling in love with an angel.
Oh my gosh. When you sit down with this book, you better be prepared to be there for a while. I am so in love with Piper and Anton. This poor guy has a past that is a living nightmare but he has escaped it. Once he goes to a diner and eats the best pie of his life and meets a rambling waitress he is done for. It just takes him a while to realize it. He still has his mind on the girl he accidently saw dancing. But she is one and the same. He shouldn’t want her. His life has to much danger in it but he just can’t help him. Between his love of seeing Piper dance and how he is with her I found this book so romantic. Piper really sees Anton for the man that he is. I so went into this book basically blind and I am so glad that I did. I loved every second and L.A. Fiore has written a book that is dark and dangerous with equally great parts romance and some seriously romantic moments. Do not miss this book.
Demon You Love by L.A. Fiore is book 2 in the Lost Boys Series. This is Anton and Piper’s story.
This is an emotional , gritty, raw and angsty read that will capture your heart and soul. Anton has been fighting for his life since the very day he was born. Now he’s at a point in his life where he in control and thinks he is pursing what he wants or thought he did want. Instead it take one look at Piper that brings this bad boy to his knees. Piper is sweet, kind, beautiful and oh so innocent. Anton lives life on the edge, in danger while Piper lives life in the safe and protected…when these two meet, its instant connection and chemistry. There’s this push/pull. Their journey towards their HEA is every romance reader’s dream. This is one story that needs to be read for it’s amazing!!!
My Rating: 4.8 stars ******
I was excited for Anton’s story! It’s been a long time coming and L.A. Fiore did not disappoint! I was lost in the dark, grittiness of Anton’s life and upbringing. I enjoyed the light and freshness Piper brought to Anton. They met unexpectedly and fate kept bringing them together. They had a pull towards each other and I was transfixed by them. I wanted to know Anton’s past and what things he had done, but enjoyed the way L.A. shared his story. Anton was not a man to mess with and once you were on his side he was a loyal man. He wasn’t looking for love, in fact he never thought that was for him, but Piper put a spell on him and he was the kindest, sweetest to her. Piper hadn’t had an easy life either, but she was kind and caring and loved fiercely. She was protective and loyal as well. I enjoyed their banter, the chemistry and the combustion. (fans self) I was lost in their world and let L.A.’s words consume me. Be sure not to miss this read!
Oh my… L.A. Fiore has created such a beautiful love story that I feel like crying over its wonderfulness. Anton caught my attention already in the first part of the Lost Boys series and I couldn’t wait for his story. I knew he was a complicated character whose past hides many secrets but what I found out in Demon You Love exceeded all my expectations! And I’m delighted. LA. creates perfect heroes with a dark past who for the right woman become ideal partners. And Anton… I love this guy with all my heart.
From the moment of birth Anton Scalene lived in the dark. Found in an abandoned alley, he was dragged into a complete hell, where he remained until the age of 15. When he finally got free, he fought for his safety and the place in the world until he became a successful businessman. However, the darkness never left him for long. Until he met Piper.
Piper didn’t have an easy life either. The whole world collapsed on her shoulders after her father died and the girl had to give up her dreams to help her late father’s wife and her half-sister. In the constant feeling of being unloved, only ballet brings her relief. Until she meets the mysterious Anton, who comes like a prince on a white horse and helps her to stand on her feet.
She lights up his dark world. He gives her a sense of security and feeling of being loved. Despite the differences that divide them, Anton and Piper are perfect for each other. The sexual tension between the two is indescribable and the feelings that grow between them can melt even the heart of steel. For the story not being too sweet, the author decided to put in the plot a twist that threatened the happiness of the main couple after which the doubts crept in. But fortunately these were not obstacles that couldn’t be overcome.
Demon You Love was an amazing read that awoke in me many different emotions. The story described in this book was completely heartwarming, although the plot can be classified as one of those on the darker side. The main characters are perfectly created – Piper is the perfect material for the best friend and Anton… I want him for myself. I love this man. Demon You Love is another book in L.A. Fiore’s achievements, what I classify as MUST READ.
3.5/4 STARS
I had a crush on Anton since book 1, Devil You Know, so I was excited whith Demon You Love’s release!
This book is a beautiful love story between a broken soul and his “light”, where a beautiful soul survived the worst and darkest places, and fall for a girl who represents all he thinks he doesn’t deserve, all the things that where denied to him in his childhood: light, kindness, protection, love…
I loved the way Anton tried to fight his feelings for Piper and how those two just couldn’t resist their attraction.
The humor was sweet too, like a balm to all the ugliness in Anton’s world
Having glimpses of other couples from L.A. Fiore previous books was great too
Supporting characters were also interesting and endearing.
All in all, it was a great mix between darkness and kindness, angst, hope, passion, friendship and family
Devil You Know is still my favorite in the Series, though, but Demon You Love was a very enjoyable read!
***ARC generously provided in exchange for an honest review.***
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5 stars is not enough.
Liz (L.A.) knocked another one out of the park. Demon You Love has been a long time coming but it was so worth the wait. Anton is such an amazing man, the world would be a better place if he actually existed. Piper was perfect for him, and she is an inspiration to never stop working for your dreams. The story had everything you could want in a book, real emotion, suspense and steam. If there is one thing Liz is great at, its pulling you in and making you feel like you are a part of the story, like you are there experiencing everything right along with the characters. I would definitely recommend Demon You Love (and every other book written by L.A. Fiore) to anyone.
This is a new author to me and I will definitely be reading more by her!! She sucks you in beautifully and makes you love the broken heroes. The depravity jumps off the pages from the very beginning but you can’t have darkness without light. Despite growing up in hell Anton has an innate goodness to him but make no mistake if warranted darkness comes to the forefront. On the other hand Piper is all light and goodness despite her situation. They make the perfect couple balancing each other out. I can’t wait for the next installment of the series!!