One Night. That’s all it took for Lilith’s world to be destroyed. Ever since, living life has become a soulless, mind-numbing task. That is until she meets a dark, handsome, mysterious stranger. Adrien’s the only man she’s spoken to, much less connected to, in months. The only one who seems to care enough to notice her through the walls she’s built.But learning how to trust again, especially with … trust again, especially with a man she’s barely spoken to, is a battle.
Falling in love with him, a war.
Because Adrien also holds a dark, terrible secret–one that could destroy every hard-fought step Lilith has taken since that night.
And though kindred spirits may drift towards one another, there’s no telling how explosive this truth may be.
With a secret that could shatter them both, it might take more than love to set them free.
Then again.
Some secrets are best kept hidden.
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This book contains certain themes and situations which may be severely triggering to some readers. Proceed with caution.
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The warning didn’t even matter to me. I dove right into Devious Heart without a second thought. With that thought, this story DOES have trigger points that could seriously be hard to read through. Otherwise, if you have dark fantasies or curiosities about certain life altering events then this is your story. I enjoyed the mystery and suspense and I had to finish it in one sitting to see exactly how everything would come together. Another Crimson Syn masterpiece.
This was another great story by Crimson Syn. It was a quick, easy read and hard to put down. It was a definite dark romance with plenty of hot and steamy parts. This book blew my mind and had me on the edge of my seat. I wish I could of communicated w Lilith. Adrien was a twisted and manipulative man. I only wish the heroine would of saw through his facade. The last chapter had me second guessing myself with who was really the sinister man from Lilith’s past. The real answer came at the end. I hope the next reader enjoys this book as much as I did.
This is a very dark book. I thought I had it figured out and then thought maybe not…then wham! It’s sick in a good dark way. Ms Syn, you need some good beta readers (I’ll volunteer!). This would have been a 5 star but there were so many errors in this short story.
This is a well written quick paced read, which had me totally intrigued and hooked throughout. Lilith and Adrien are complex characters, who both have darkness within. This story may contain triggers for some readers, so be aware of the warnings! This story is dark, with twists, secrets, and love. I cannot wait to read more from this talented author, whose work I always highly recommend.
Mind blown. Crimson Syn went there. This novella was truly darker than I’m used to reading from this author but as usual, never disappointed. It wasn’t my favorite of her books but she still threw out a great book to the wolves and delved into a dark place that might be hard for some to fathom. Lilith and Adrien were two damaged souls lost in the dark. The light at the end of a dark and twisted tunnel is not always paved with decent intentions. When you think you figured it out, the end will tear your theory to pieces if not your soul.
Amount of sex 4 / 5
How explicit is the sex scenes 4 / 5
Story 4.5 / 5
Overall: 4.5 / 5
Another fabulous story from author Crimson Syn!
Devoted Heart is a standalone dark romance and Crimson’s first time on the dark side. I think she did a fabulous job and this story is thrilling, gripping, naughty, shocking, and oh so steamy! If you are new to dark romances, I recommend that you read the warning label since this book does contain some triggers.
Devoted Heart tells the story of Lilith and Adrien. Lilith has been through a difficult experience which has caused her to be more anxious and fearful. When she unexpectedly meets Adrien, he offers her a job as his personal assistant. Lilith begins to thrive in her new position, and because of Adrien, she begins to trust again. But Adrien is hiding several secrets, ones he hopes she’ll never discover.
I just loved this story, and I was on the edge of my seat throughout the book. It is well written and full of several thrilling twists. Looking forward to Crimson’s next book!
Voluntarily Reviewed an Advanced Copy
I know that there is a Warning for this book, but I felt I should re-state that again. This is a very, very dark romance. The very first chapter/prologue is told from her stalker and then goes into a rape scene that may be a trigger for some readers. This obviously has a huge, huge impact on her. I cannot imagine that it would not have that effect on anyone that is violated in this manner. My heart broke for her and everything she went through.
Fast forward months later and she meets a guy that is on her bus route, he leaves his phone and she tries to run him down. He ends up meeting her, getting his phone and offering her a job as his assistant. I honestly don’t know exactly what to say about him, but I am not sure he is much better for her on some levels as the stranger that violated her. He says he is trying to help her get over it…..but…..I just did not care for his methods. Not really a huge fan of him and his methods. I don’t want to give too much away, but know that this is one screwed up ride to get to their hea. They do have one, I have no idea how, but circumstances create interesting outcomes.
There may be triggers for some, very, very, very dark romance. This was technically a safe read with the couple themselves, because there is no cheating…if you can get past all the triggers. There was quite a bit of heat between the couple, baby batter, epilogue and an hea. This is a book that you read at your own risk, the warnings have been given, but it really was a well written book, which is why I gave it 3 stars. I am a huge Crimson Syn fan, so if you love super dark reads….then here you go. You are welcome.
I voluntarily read and reviewed this book.
Adrien has been obsessed with Lilith Beaufort from the first moment he saw her and he knew that he had to have her at any cost.
But for Lilith the cost was high and she became a shell of the person she once was. But when someone comes along to help her remind herself of the woman she once was will she have the ability to conquer all her fears?
This is one of the those books that make you question every sense of morality in your body.
The beginning left me so upset for Lilith what she went through and I completely understood why she began to fall apart. I believe I would be the same way. The reasons behind the actions that were done to her were infatuation and “love” but it was so wrong and I felt terrible.
When Lilith is encountered on the bus things began to look up for her with the new job and everything that came her way but the reader was putting together the pieces and I was happy for Lilith but disturbed at the same time.
I knew the infatuation that Adrien had for Lilith and I was happy about the help he was giving her but I was still shocked by previous events.
When the events at the house took place at the end of the book I was wondering if my guess was right and it was. I was so mad that she was forced to go through it again but I was happy this time she had fight.
The end was a little disturbing with how it all worked out as I wasn’t sure I had wanted it to.
What a wonderful Dark Romance. The author has given us fascinating characters who come to life in this suspenseful, romantic yet tragic storyline. I offer the authors Kudos for a job very well done. The book help me captivated from the start to the very end.
Lilith was a young carefree woman with lots of friends. I wouldn’t call her a party girl per say, but she loved life and lived hers to the fullest, right up to the night her home was broken into and her life was dramatically altered. Her love for life is broken, she fears the night and has become a loner. She just wants to blend in and be left alone. But then she meets a stranger on the bus; Adrien. A man who sees his own broken spirit in her and wants to help her. Lilith is drawn to his charismatic personality and his strong desire to help her. But is Adrien everything he seems to be? Is he truly sincere or is he drawing Lilith in like a moth to a flame.
The twist and turns and erotic pleasures will keep you guessing and turning the pages til the very end. I must agree with the author that the book could have possible triggers for some, but for this reader I was truly intrigued and hope the author continues to write books in this genre. 2 Thumbs Up and 5 stars for a dark romantic read. If this genre is for you, I highly recommend reading Devious Heart.
This is not your typical romance. It is dark and twisted and filled with secrets, lies, and obsession. The storyline is fast paced and not for the faint of heart as some scenes may contain triggers for some. Adrien and Lilith’s unusual connection will have you second guessing yourself until the very end.