The devil came to me in disguise. Too bad I didn’t notice until it was far too late.
Vanessa:The devil doesn’t always wear an evil mask.Sometimes, he appears in the most beautiful form.Like the super-hot bad boy with the dirty-blond hair and a wicked glint in his blue eyes who swept in out of nowhere, stealing all the air from my lungs.I thought he was my savior.But he’s my ruination.And he’s … thought he was my savior.
But he’s my ruination.
And he’s just taken a machete to my heart.
Jackson:
For years, my rage seethed under the surface. Hidden behind a cloudy haze of my poison of choice.
But now, the fog has cleared.
And I’m out for blood.
I will annihilate those responsible for taking my sister from me.
Except he’s not here, so I go for the next best target.
The woman he abandoned.
Until it suited him to drag her into this messed-up elite world.
Sucks to be her.
Because when I’m done with Vanessa, she’ll wish she was dead.
An interconnected standalone dark romance set in the Rydeville Elite world. Due to mature content and themes, this book is recommended to readers aged eighteen and over. Some scenes may be triggering. Full length, 126k word, novel.
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Fifth book in the series. It can be read on its own but I would recommend reading the previous books as there are references to past events.
This time we have Jackson’s story and what a story! Jackson’s out for revenge. He wants to get back at the people he holds responsible for his sister’s untimely death. Namely Christian Montgomery. Like many young women including Abby, she had suffered terribly at the hands of the Elite . This led to her taking her own life. Jackson won’t rest until he finds his enemy and ends him once and for all.
Vanessa unwittingly will help him do that. Jackson hopes she will lead him to his sworn enemy so he turns on the full Jackson charm . Wham bam, Vanessa falls hook, line and sinker!
What follows next is one emotional rollercoaster which will make you put everything else on hold. A real page turner. . Can’t wait to read Sawyer’s story. Love him in this book. He’s a sort of Jiminy Cricket in Jackson’s ear !Wise and sexy!!
I received an ARC of this book.
Expect the unexpected. I had been looking forward to Jacksons book for what feels like forever. I absolutely loved this book, Jackson was everything!!! I loved how we got to see a side of him that we didn’t know he had, I loved that we saw how strong yet sweet he was. I loved how he couldn’t hide his true feelings.
Vanessa was AMAZING!!! She was so strong and I just wanted to protect her, she was someone used to being in the shadows and ignored. She didn’t have anyone to protect her, so when Jackson comes into her life she wasn’t expecting to be thrown into a cage of lions. I loved this book so much, I cried for Vanessa and I just kept wanting more. I do wish Vanessa wouldn’t made Jackson beg a bit more but overall, this book was EVERYTHING!!! Another amazing and perfect book by Siobhan Davis!!
This is the fifth book in the Rydeville Elite series and oh my word I so did not expect things to play out like they did in this book. This author always manages to throw me for a loop, when I think things are going to go one way they go way off into right field! I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book
Absolutely wonderful!
I love this series! With each book we dive deeper into the elite and their twisted ways. This is one of those series that is full of strong females and that I love. This is Jackson and Vannassa’s book. It’s exciting, heartbreaking and full of an ha moments. My heart broke for Vannassa and at times I wanted to slap Jackson. But together these slay the dragons and show what it means to stand for someone you love. I’m so in love with this series and these characters. It’s a definite must read.
*Review by Michelle
A definite 5 star review! I loved this book, Jackson and Vanessa are amazing characters and the book (and the series – Rydeville Elites) are just truly amazing, not to be missed – one of my favorite authors
Amazingly hot read with emotions that make you quiver from scary to ecstatic. I’m amazed with each new book in the series the degree of depravity endured, and the despicable things that are considered normal to the elite. A poetic story of broken Jackson and Vanessa and their epic tale to HEA. Loved it.
I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book. Spoiler free.
Jackson and Nessa (Vanessa), gosh they were so perfectly broken. Their individual stories were heart wrenching but the amount of courage that it took for them to overcome it is admirable. Nessa, she was so broken, neglected, and lonely that I literally wanted to crawl through the pages and hug her. Jackson, he was struggling with a loss and seeking for revenge.
These two found something they weren’t expecting in each other. We also see the gang and pick up bits and pieces of Charlie’s book scenes in Jackson’s. The Elite aren’t done trying to take down the group so the gang must stay unified as one if they want to seek justice.
You dont want to miss out on this book. Siobhan has created an amazing world that’s sucked me in, I cant wait for the rest of the books. I’m hoping that eventually the gang will bring down the Elite and save as many victims as they can.
Jackson started off with a prologue that had me immediately ready for me. Then it unraveled into a story about revenge, with so much tension it was hard to tell if the overheated feelings I had were because of the book or the weather.
I don’t think you could ever be bored when reading a book by Siobhan. Especially this one. Absolutely loved it!
Gawwwwww Jackson is such a butthole, but like a hot and dominate one.
Vanessa, man she has been dealt such a crappy hand at life…she and Jackson connection on a deeper level until he does some butthole stuff…in true man fashion.
Their story is a heartbreaking adventure that you will defo want to read ASAP!
It’s sexy, dirty, dark, soul crushing and amazing. This series is so amazing and tragic, but also hopeful that everyone has their story and it’s beautiful its own way.
#Nessa #Strawberries #Hustle
This book is amazing. Deeply emotional, painful, heartbreaking, beautiful, hopeful.. Jackson and Vanessa takes us on a whirlwind that you won’t soon forget.
I haven’t read the previous books in the series, but that being said I wasn’t confused at all. You do get spoilers of course if you haven’t read those books, but this can definitely be read as a standalone.
Jackson is someone who is hiding extreme anguish: his older sister committed suicide and he vows to get his revenge on the person responsible. While he can’t track down the despicable human being who raped and tortured his sister, he did find the next best thing. With the help of his best friend who is computer genius, they find that a girl that they went to school with is his biological daughter (even though she lives with her mom and stepdad.) Jackson comes up with a plan to seduce Vanessa, make her fall in love with him, and then rip her heart out and destroy her in every possible way. (*sigh.)
Vanessa used to be a wild party girl who would become very promiscuous once she was drinking, but ever since her evil stepdad kicked her out of the house, she’s turned over a new leaf and became such a strong woman. She is now sober, living by herself and working to keep her small roof over her head, and she loves the life that she’s made of herself. Underneath all of that though, hides a broken girl who has been through some of the worst horrors. When Jackson approaches her, she’s shocked and skeptical of him, but quickly falls for his charms. Soon they are inseparable, and both of their hearts pay the price for his act of vengeance.
Vanessa completely captured my heart and soul.. She is so pure, so hopeful despite all that she’s endured. At the same time, she’s so convinced that good things will never happen to her, and that she won’t deserve them when it does. Add that to the fact that she’s never been on a date, never had someone like Jackson pay so much attention to her and love all of her — flaws and all — is what made his betrayal so much worse. There were times when I felt that she should have found someone else, because I really couldn’t stand Jackson during the second part of the book. I felt like he needed to grovel so much more than he did. The way he talked to her, all the shit he pulled, that boy should have been on his hands and knees. I did like their romance, but only because I really loved Vanessa.
On top of their romance, SO much is happening. If you thought Vanessa had survived the worst because of her stepfather, she has another thing coming when she meets her biological father. To say that my ick factor was at an all time high is a definite understatement.
**SLIGHT spoiler, so stop reading if you don’t want to know**
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One thing that really bothered me, and seemed sort of over the top, was that almost every single man that Vanessa came in contact with had either already raped her, or attempted to rape her. Plus we find out how despicable her stepfather truly was, and SOLD her to his buddies. That on top of those scenes with her biological dad, and the dude-bro towards the end, it was just an overwhelming amount of sexual abuse.
That being said, my admiration for Vanessa is something that I can’t even begin to put into words. She’s been through so much abuse, and not only is she still standing, but she finds a way to be HAPPY. Like I said, she was definitely the best part of the book, and I couldn’t love her more.
Despite Jackson and some of the scenes I had issues with, this was a really incredible book. For me personally, I wasn’t as focused on the romance aspect as I was on Vanessa’s evolution. Girl is seriously amazing.
I would definitely recommend this book, but PLEASE be aware of the trigger warnings: rape, attempted rape/attempted incest rape, sex trafficking and graphic murder.
While this isn’t for the faint of heart, it is still a beautiful, magnificent book. I can’t wait for more from this incredible author!!
**This book also intertwines with Releasing Keanue, so you get to see Selena and most of the Kennedy clan!!
**I received an ARC of this book and these are my honest opinions!**
This is one of those books that you want to start reading again when you have finished it but for the first time again! I wanted to read it quickly but also didn’t want it to end. Love Jackson (even when I hated him a bit!). Full of twists and surprised as you come to expect from Siobhan. Loved it.
Jackson is in one word STUBORN! I cursed at him a couple of times throughout the book. But that’s exactly why he fits perfectly with Nessa. I don’t think any other man would so stubornly chase a woman. Nessa is a really strong woman who just ‘needs’ a strong and stuborn man who will have her back and who knows and respects her strength. Be prepared for a dark read. There are a lot of triggers but the author warns the reader about it in advance.
Another fantastic addition to Rydeville High Elites!!! All these boys deserve their own story and love!! Jackson did not disappoint! Get ready for hot hot hot steamy scenes that Siobhan is known for!!
Do not miss this one
This story is another great mind blowing story. Jackson is a guy that you do not really get to see his true feelings or understand him completely until you read his story and it is a great one. Jackson for me was a player and a goofy one and would do anything for Kai and sawyer those guys are his family and the stories before he only see the player, goofy, serious, and the strong friendship. However in Jackson you get to see another side of him he is super sweet and charming and loves his friends. You see the hurt he was going through the time Kai and Sawyer had other things going on and he was in the back ground. Jackson can be mean but i feel its a little harder for him because deep down he is a softy at least in my eyes. You can see the love he has for his mom and sister and how his sister was the world to him and how it was all taking away.
Vanessa is a girl from the past that no one really payed attention too she was someone that was wild and did crazy things to hide how she was really feeling. She is a strong and lovely person that was given a bad hand in life and Jackson seems to make things better until things go south and the pain is all coming back.
This story has some many twist and turns and things that you cant believe happen. I cried a lot so that tells you i was in my feeling and felt so bad for Vanessa. I did like that there were characters from other stories making an appearance and it makes it that much better. I voluntarily reviewed an advance complimentary copy of this book and it was amazing you will enjoy it.
I have loved Jackson since the beginning and I couldn’t wait for his book. The hot funny guy who is fiercely protective of his friends tugged at my heart and I just knew that his story was going to give me all the feels. Jackson is still hurting after what happened to his sister and is wanting to get justice for her. His heart is guarded, that is until things change. Vanessa is no stranger to misery and pain. But she is fiercely protective of her siblings and tries to protect them from afar. There is so much angst, twists and turns and secrets that had my head spinning at one point. Between all of misunderstandings these two have a connection that is fire. Their story is real and beautifully heartbreaking that I will gladly reread over and over again. Another amazing story by Siobhan Davis!
Fun to see the continuation of the Rydeville High family.Can’t wait for more to come.
I voluntarily reviewed an advance complimentary copy of this book
I am so invested in this series—I love the world of the Rydeville Elite. Jackson has been one of my most favorite characters from the start and I was eagerly waiting for his book. I wasn’t at all disappointed. Jackson is everything—he’s still my favorite! Looking forward now to Hunt and Drew!
I voluntarily reviewed an advanced reader copy of this book.
By far my favorite book from this series! Jackson was an a#####, but he was my a##### their story was perfection!
A gritty read!
The devil came to her in disguise…
Too bad she didn’t notice until it was far too late…
Oh holy hell…what a ride – a rollercoaster of a ride! Gritty, dark and so full of angst!
I was devouring this book within hours of opening it. These pages are so addicting that you will ignore everything and everyone.
Ugh. This book will take you on such a journey that will leave you raw and bleeding (and then put you back together!).
I voluntarily reviewed a copy of this book.
This book takes you on a ride of hate, love, and vengeance. The connection and love that build between the main characters is something you do not see unless you are reading one of Davis’s books. Alpha protector with an equally alpha but broken women. Absolutely amazing! They continue to take on the Elite in a way only this group can.