Smoke and mirrors. A web of lies. He’s come for the devil’s ultimate prize.J.D. Wilder strides into my hotel bringing the dark musky scent of sin with him. Arrogant and powerful, he’s the president’s eldest son. Even after all these years, I can still taste him on my lips. But when he speaks, there’s not a glimmer of the boy I once loved. He struck a deal with my parents. That’s what he claims. … parents. That’s what he claims. Loaned my mother the money she desperately needs to stay alive.
Now he’s here to collect.
What does he want?
My soul, of course.
The one thing I will never give him.
The duet is complete! Download a copy of Depraved today, and let Eva take you on a decadent journey, where nothing is as it appears. Buckle up.
Praise for Depraved
“Depraved is absolutely the best book I have read this year!! Eva Charles has given us a suspenseful and romantic story that is filled with family secrets, lies and deceptions.” ★★★★★ -Lisa, Amazon Reviewer
“I am so in love with JD, I am craving more of this alpha male! He’s dark and dangerous, oozes power and control, he’s fierce and intense and his dominating ways will have your body temperature rising!” ★★★★★-Danielle, Books Obsessive
“Readers can count on being pulled in and held captive… It’s the best kind of torture.” ★★★★ -Corrie, Lamplight Review and Promotion.
“Ms. Charles is EVIL right down to her toes only giving you glimpses of what she wants you to see right until the end! So much intrigue here and don’t even get me started on the steamy sexy times!” ★★★★★-Lisa Marie, Amazon Reviewer
“Intriguing, well-written, hot as hell…” ★★★★★-Lisa Hines, Amazon Reviewer
“I loved this book!! He is a delicious Alpha male, but I really enjoyed him in his more vulnerable moments.” ★★★★★ -Stacey, Romancing Reading Diva
“What a wild ride. Loved every second of book one! Five Smoldering Stars on this one!” ★★★★★-Julie, Amazon Reviewer
“I read both Depraved and Delivered this weekend—TWICE!” ★★★★★ –Amazon Customer
“The intrigue, the mysteries, the heat, and even the sweet moments are blended in perfect proportion.” ★★★★★-Laurie K., Amazon Reviewer
“The end was jaw dropping…” ★★★★★ -Rebecca A., Amazon Reviewer
“Even days after finishing this book, I’m seriously suffering from a book hangover” ★★★★★-Danielle R., Spellbound Stories
“The push and pull between J.D. and Gabrielle is intoxicating.” ★★★★★-Janine, The World Was Hers For the Reading
“Brilliant story line that captures your attention and does not let go…” ★★★★ -Kathy, Cajun Heat Book Blog
“I trust no one!!” ★★★★★ -Melissa, Book Addicts Review
“The writing is fabulous, and I was utterly captivated from the very beginning.”★★★★★-Rachel, Behind Closed Doors Book Review
“Be prepared because JD is the broodiest, sexiest bastard I have ever met and when he turns on the charm you will melt! I’m still a muddled mess!”★★★★★-Patricia, Words We Love By
“The characters had so much chemistry it’s almost unbearable. I had to read this book a couple of times, I truly loved it that much.” ★★★★★-Vanessa, Sassy Southern Book Blog
“This book snuck in from out of the blue and is definitely going in the best of 2019.” ★★★★★-Kindle Customer
“Sweet baby Jesus this book is something amazing and then some! I loved the main characters… The chemistry they share is amazing and something you don’t see often.” ★★★★★-Tee, Amazon Reviewer
“Eva Charles masterfully threw in twists and turns that I wasn’t expecting. Even now, I’m still thinking about certain scenes, playing them over and over in my head. Wow! ★★★★★-Amy, Amazon Reviewer
“The twists, OMG the twists are insane! I’m still dropping f-bombs long after I finished. ★★★★★-Jennifer, Goodreads
“It’s hard to even get 4 stars from me, 5 stars are for rare finds….and I would be willing to give 10 stars if I could…this book is that good. I couldn’t put it down.” ★★★★★-Jennifer H. , Goodreads
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The intrigue for this book was high when I began reading it. Never having read Eva Charles I dove into this book with eagerness. I was not disappointed in the story or the fascinating characters.
JD is a true alpha male. With his sexiness, powerful boldness he knows what he wants and demands it. When it came to Gabrielle, his list of wants and needs is never-ending. Although he coerces her into a situation that he has control of, it’s something that she really wants.
Gabrielle, whose past with JD has made her the woman she is, strong, determined and moving on with her life. When JD shows up, the bubble she has created is destroyed but she knows how to use the position she finds herself in to her advantage.
The story with its twists and turns is riveting, the sexiness of their relationship is captivating and the cliff hanger ending explosive.
“It wasn’t enough to break my heart, to humiliate me and rub my nose in it. No. You won’t be satisfied until you’ve taken everything.”
Depraved is my first book by Eva Charles and I was automatically hook from the blurb. Fear, betrayal, love, suspense on top of magnetic chemistry between the main characters. JD Wilder is arrogant, manipulative, possessive and empty. So naturally I loved him. There is just enough mystery to his character to leave you guessing. Gabrielle is hard working, kind hearted, strong but soft at the same time. JD and her have a jaded history but also have connection, which happened to be smoking hot, that cannot be denied. I’m definitely looking forward to Delivered and can’t wait to get my hands on it.
“Fear of the fate that awaits me. It’s as though I’m swimming in quicksand on a cold, starless night, the baying wolves circling, with no help in sight.”
4.5 Stars
~ Read on behalf of Tw Darlin Dolls and a Book Review Blog
What? Wait, what?? That…just…no. no. No, no, I don’t want to wait for the next book!!!!!! Good God, this book had me on the edge of my seat from page 1!!!! I read this in one sitting, it was that good!
I need, no, DEMAND to know what happens next!!!
Who did it? Why? Gah!!!
Depraved (Book one
By Eva Charles
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Eva Charles is a new to me author and her book Depraved is first in the devil’s duet and boy she did not disappoint. I chose to read this book based on the synopsis. I had no idea who the writer was or how the cover looked so amazing job to Eva for putting out a great blurb to catch readers attention.
This is a story full of intense passion, suspense and mystery. Gabrielle Duval harbors so much hatred for her first love, Julian ‘JD’ Wilders. He waltz’s in Gabrielle’s office fifteen years later with an offer she cannot refuse.
“It’s always been her, and it always will be.”
“I know now what I’ve always thought. He’s my soul mate. As much as I hate to admit it, it’s true.”
The chemistry between JD and Gabrielle is sizzling! You can feel their attraction and connection instantly. You will find yourself on the edge of your seat wondering…questioning…just overall captivated by everything going on.
“It’s not about first love, or sex, there’s something about JD that—completes my soul.
I am looking forward to the final book in the duet to answer everything that has me feeling on edge. Overall, this is a great start to what I can say will be an amazing duet.
From the very first words of Depraved I was hooked on Gabrielle and JD’s story. And, oh my, what an opening!
I’m a big fan of second-chance romances, but Depraved is more than that—it’s dark and dirty and a bit twisted. And suspenseful. And drop dead sexy AF.
There’s a ton of back story and back history between Gabrielle and JD. A whole bunch of unresolved actions—and a whole bunch of lingering love and resentment too. A lot we learn about as their story unfolds, but there’s still much to be revealed in Delivered, the second book of The Devil’s Duet.
I don’t want to spoil a thing. Ready yourself to sit for a few, uninterrupted hours because you’re not going to want to put it down! Just be prepared for the cliffy ending!
Whew! When I saw the sign up for this, I was curious. I have never read Eva Charles. I love this part of blogging. Finding new to me authors.
Depraved is book one of The Devil’s Duet. This story is gonna take you for one hell of a ride.
Julian (JD) and Gabrielle are at the center of this story, but there is so, much, more!!
I caught myself reading slowly. There are twists and turns. There are teases, glimpses of what is going on behind the main story.
Gabrielle is on the verge of making her dreams come true. She has learned to be strong and independent, regardless of her past hurts and past injustices. When JD comes back into her world, she has to make a deal with the devil. She sees glimpses of the past, glimpses of the boy she fell in love with in JD, but what he has become now is very overpowering.
Julian is dominant, he has to be. You can see him struggling to keep everything in his world safe. That is what he wants more than anything, and he will do and has done some questionable things to make sure that the people who are important to him are safe and protected. He is swimming in secrets and I can’t wait to find out what they are.
The secondary characters seem just as important and I don’t want to overlook any of them!
You are going to want to savor this story like fine wine, slow sips…don’t just gulp it down. I am so glad I had the opportunity to read this! I cannot wait for the second book in this duet comes out!
Sweet baby Jesus this book is something amazing and then some! I absolutely loved it and I loved the main characters JD and Gabrielle. The chemistry they share is amazing and something you don’t see often. This is one of those stories that will draw you in and keep you reading until the end and the ending oh man that ending has me wanting no needing book two to this duet.
JD has always wanted Gabrielle and he had her once but pushed her away. Then things change years later when he sees her again. He knows he wants her and she belongs to him and he will soon make her realize that. But it is no easy task as Gabrielle is guarded and she doesn’t really trust JD so she makes him work for her love and trust again.
JD is up for the challenge because he knows JD is for him no matter what his family says and oh man I think his father is up to something. He is an evil evil man but I hope I find out more in book two. This is a must read duet so go out and one click it!
Be prepared this ends on a major cliffhanger
Georgina has built a life that any woman would be proud of. She has a loving family, a supportive BFF- and her newly renovated hotel is rising fast as the place to stay.
JD’s life is not black and white. Over a decade ago tragedy reshaped his world and the man he believes responsible was just elected president. Now the woman he sent away to protect might be in danger because of him and he is not walking away from her this time.
This was filled with a lot of bread crumb trails that definitely kept me on edge and trying to figure out who is lying, who is playing for keeps and why?? I had even more questions as the final scene played.
The relationship between the main characters is volatile if not highly strained – they both are holding back and as a reader, I could feel the tension
I want to knock their heads together – get those cobwebs cleared from the past so you can see their future!
Though I do want to give them props they seem to have the physical part of their relationship perfected
4.5 stars Oh wow! Where to begin? This book is a darker romance with an enemies-to-lovers, second chance theme. There is a big of drama, a bit of suspense, and a whole lot of steam. JD (Julian) is an arrogant, somewhat cold, alpha male with a hidden caring and protective side. I disliked him at times and loved him at times – often both feelings occurring concurrently! Gabrielle, is a devoted daughter and a trying to build a successful career when JD walks back into her life like a whirlwind. She was burned by JD in the past and I liked how she doesn’t jump to cater to his every demand. She meets him head on time and time again, which I loved about her as I cannot stand heroines who are doormats. There is some suspense thrown in there and while it may seem obvious who the culprit is, I am not so sure it’s that person. The author has left me guessing. This book has a lot of sex in it and there were are few sex scenes that I thoughts were too long. There are some BDSM components so if that is not your thing, then this book may not before for you. I really enjoyed this fast paced novel The characters are well developed, the storyline is interesting, and the end left me wanting to immediately dive into the next book. Depraved does end in a cliffhanger and the conclusion of this duet will be out March 2019. I received this book for free and I voluntarily leave this review.
This was my first Eva Charles book and what an introduction to this author it was!! The prologue is only a page but just that sucks you right into a story of the Devil’s Spawn. It may come across as a typical arrogant, dominant man who wants to only control EVERYTHING but….there is much underlying background that will have you rooting for the devil in the end. JD (or Julian) has an agenda and while we begin to understand that agenda, we are not yet privy to everything going on in his mind or what drives him. Gabriella is a strong, successful woman who wants to live her life on her terms, but she becomes so drawn in by JD to the point where she can’t say no, even not knowing why he does what he does. There are so many amazing characters that leave you wanting to know so much more about them that I am completely intrigued to read more. This story does end on an amazing cliffhanger that will leave you panting for the conclusion, but I am not in the least upset about it. I’m looking forward to reading much more from this author.
If you’ve read any of Eva Charles previous books you know she can bring in the sweet and sexy. Depraved is a fantastic new side of Eva Charles. She knows how the bring the hot, sexy and the holy moly I need an ice cube to cool down or at least a new pair of panties. Depraved is and extremely hot second chance, kinky read. Gabrielle is feisty and strong. JD is hot, demanding…he intrigues me. You can feel the heat and passion between Gabrielle and JD even after all the years apart. There’s something building and just wow the explosion when they come together. The suspense that surrounds this book will keep you glued to the pages trying to figure out what the heck is going on. I loved every minute of this book. I can’t wait for the next one for more JD and Gabrielle.
This is a new author to me, and my word, I will certainly be looking out for her work in the future! This is the first part in a duet, and what an amazing introduction this is. Gabrielle and JD have explosive chemistry between them, which leads to a fantastic second chance romance. I cannot wait to read the second book! This is a well written, fast paced read, with an engaging plot, which is filled with mystery, suspense, and is a steamy read. I was intrigued and hooked throughout and I highly recommend for all readers.
Gabrielle Duval is not pleased with whom she sees – it has left her on edge. Julian “J.D.” Wilder doesn’t appear to like women very much. He’s very blunt about what he wants and what he expects. The author created a secondary character that I found very interesting. J.D.’s father had me thinking of a certain someone currently in office. I had to wonder if the author did that intentionally.
If you’re a reader who is sensitive about what they read, this book may have you blushing or at the very least put a little color in your cheeks. We have a man who will tell you like it is and he makes no excuses for what he wants. Just watch out if he has you in his sights. Some of you may not like a story that is told in the first person but it’s a great way to discover what the character thinks and feels. This is true with Gabrielle – you’ll want to know exactly how she feels about J.D. It’s a story with plenty of heat. There’s more to the story than the personal connection between our main characters and that’s never a bad thing. And being left on the edge of my seat… – March can’t come soon enough.
I was not compensated nor was I required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own.
Depraved was so not what I was expecting but so much more loved everything about this story except for the ending oh my god the end tore me apart to were I need book two as soon as possible . This would be the first book that I’ve read by Eva Charles and I’m looking forward to adding more of her stories to my kindle . Let me be honest I really really din’t like J.D. at first but as the story went one I fell for him I wish we saw some chapters of the past between the hero and heroine just to see how they were with one another . Gabrielle was an ok heroine for some reason I couldn’t connect with her hopefully in the next story I’ll be more drawn to her . Over all Depraved was a good story with interesting characters that I hope to more of in the future .
copy provided for honest review
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hero=8 heroine=7 secondary characters=7
Chemistry=9 steam=8 romance=4
humor=2 darkness level=4 action=3 mystery=4
enjoyment=8 angst=4 story line=8 Story ending=8
character development=9 pacing=9
cover= 10 Blurb =10 Stars =4
Is this part of a series =yes
Can it be read as a standalone = yes this is book one
would I recommend this book=yes
would I re read this book= yes
would I read future books by this author= yes
This is the first book in a dark romantic suspense, The Devil’s Duet, and it captured my attention from the beginning. I look forward to reading the next book Delivered. Warning: The cliffhanger is a beauty!
JD or Julian Wilder is the eldest son of DW Wilder, nothing he brags about though. Gabrielle is someone he basically grew up with however she was the daughter of the hired help. Their illicit relationship at a young age ended abruptly and cruelly for Gabby. Now years later they are mixed up again but for different reasons-or are they?
Oh Julian, and yes JD I’m calling you Julian , is definitely one hot, alpha male. He certainly has a past that has helped to create and shape him as we know him now. That past is something that is bit by bit, slowly fed to us like little tempting morsels. Just like Gabrielle, I am extremely eager to discover exactly what happened and what is about to happen.
The action, both in and out of the bedroom, really heats up in this fast paced, easy to read book. The little turns in the story keep things interesting and intriguing. I thoroughly recommend this story.
This is my first experience reading one of this author’s books and it’s apparently not her usual genre. Well let me say I am so impressed with this darker story I will definitely be exploring her other books as well.
Depraved was book one in Eva Charles’ new dark Devil’s Suet series. And, let me tell you . . . Holy Cow, I am beyond hooked and need more now!!!
Gabrielle Duval was finally living her dream, opening her brand new hotel. When J.D. Wilder walks through her door, it’s the last thing she could have ever expected . . . except possibly the proposition he offers. It’s one she can’t refuse and she knows she’s making a deal with the devil from her past, but she can’t say no and walk away.
J.D. Wilder may be Gabrielle’s devil, but he’ll do exactly what he has to in order to protect her from his father’s unbelievable reach, even if it involved lies and manipulations. He’s walking a fine line of keeping her safe and taking down his father without sharing the truth until the time is right. And, at the end of Depraved, we’re left wondering just how much he can possibly lose if things don’t play out as he hopes.
Depraved is dark and twisted in the best of ways! The push and pull between J.D and Gabrielle is intoxicating and I love them together. Gabrielle is so strong and isn’t going to take things lying down. She’s a fighter through and through. J.D. seems like an evil individual, but the more we learn we see what he hides underneath . . . and keeping Gabrielle and his brothers safe has always been his main motivation for all actions, as his father is truly the evil one and doesn’t care who he hurts to get what he wants.
There are amazing side characters and I need to know more about Chase and Gray, J.D’s brothers and Gabrielle’s best friend Georgina.
The end of Depraved was jaw dropping and left me needing more. I’ll be honest, I immediately joined Eva’s reader’s group just so I could vent with other readers and try to catch a glimpse of what is coming in Delivered. 5 stars!
This was not what I expected but so much more, I could not put this down its dark and dangerous with so much suspense you have no idea whats coming next. JD Wilder is a force and has to have control of all things we get to see the good and the bad and I really loved his character hes protective and dangerous all at the same time and now he has his clutches on Gabrielle once again these two share a past and its huge filled with secrets and regret and so much feeling it will punch you right in the heart they are beautiful and off the charts hot together but Elle gives it right back and I have a feeling book two is going to blow my mind and I cant wait to find out all the secrets and the dangers that await them.
JD and Gabrielle have their work cut out for themselves. I was captured by this story and loved every word. Depraved will pour into your mind. There were a few moments I was unsure what will happen next. This first book will make sure you want to capture the second one. I am not sure what is in store for these two.
Deprave will make you crave more of everything. The characters were well developed and the emotional sides will have you doubting the hero of the story. Until next time…
Although I did enjoy this book a lot, I found it to be lacking in a details as to what occurred in JD and Gabrielle’s past. I realize it is a duet and the answers will come ( hopefully) in the second book. Even thought I realize this I still would have appreciated more in book one. The heat is very high in this book and I do very much love the characters themselves. The supporting characters are good and fun to read and I can’t wait till the second book to see what happens with everyone.
As it is a duet, Depraved does indeed end with a cliffhanger. Which is not a bad thing just has me waiting breathlessly for the second to come out quick!
Holy smokes Batman! This was my first read by Eva Charles and I can say it will def not be my last. JD wants something from Gabrielle, well not something more like he wants her, body and soul. Not one to back down, JD makes a play that she can’t refuse. Gabrielle can’t believe it when JD shows up in her office. She hasn’t seen him in years, not since he tore her heart out of her chest. What JD is proposing is just crazy, he can’t think that she will give herself to him… can he? Will Gabrielle play into JD’s hands the way he wants, the way he needs?
Hot, that is seriously all I can think right now, this book is on fire! Giving us mystery, suspense, and throwing in the BDSM elements makes this a steamy read that you can not put down. I can’t wait for part 2, I give this 5 stars.