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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I don’t even know where to begin with my review for Jackson..
I devoured this bad boy in a day ..
Every time I put it down, I couldn’t help but pick it straight back up.
I was like an addict
It was amazing being back in the Rydeville world again , my heart hurt for Jackson but by god , did I wanna kick him in his balls a time or two
The twists and turns keep you on the edge of your seat, and no one pulls off these masterpieces like siobhan ..
That’s a gift ..
Amazing read
I knew Jackson was going to be the guy to break my heart and slowly put the pieces back together.
This book…
The twists in this story were exactly what I craving and needed. Maybe that means there is something wrong with me lol. I was most excited to see Jackson’s inner thoughts and as usual they did not disappoint.
Nessa’s character was the balance that was needed and I’m happy her back bone came through! I love a strong female.
As always it was a thrilling read and can’t wait for sawyer.
I have voluntarily read and reviewed an advance complementary copy of this book.
“I startle at the intensity of his kiss. It feels like a plea and a goodbye at the same time. I cling to him, kissing him back with the same passion, the same need, pouring my heart and soul into every sweep of my lips.”
—Vanessa
Holy smokes, Siobhan – you’re going to send me to an early grave! Returning to the Rydeville Elite world with Jackson was everything I’d hoped for and so much more. I knew this would be a special story, as the character of Jackson had become a firm fan favourite. What I didn’t expect was the explosive and vast emotions Siobhan would draw out of me! This book is old school, classic Siobhan Davis, showcasing exactly why she is known as the Queen of Angst! Buckle up and hold on for one incredible ride!
Jackson and Vanessa’s unique and hard-fought-for love story has jaw-dropping twists at every turn. Be prepared to harden your heart for some of the most raw, violent, disturbing and gut-wrenching scenes in this entire series to date. Yet through Siobhan’s amazing storytelling and plot weaving, we understand why these events needed to unfold the way they did. That said, fear not to all the lovers out there, the beautiful, heart-warming and steamy moments will give you all the feels!!
This is such a unique story set in a harsh and cruel world, thank god for the bonds of love and friendship. Fans of this series will absolutely adore having the whole crew together again – it feels like coming home for a family reunion. The crossover scenes and cameos are also fantastic!!
I read Jackson a couple days ago and I still don’t know what to say. When book 1 of the Rydeville series came out I instantly fell in love with Jackson. Like I licked him so he’s mine kind of love lol. I knew his book was going to be great and one that was going to leave a lasting impact and I was right. He didn’t just mark my heart he marked my very soul. I felt all his emotions on a level that was all consuming. Siobhan Davis never disappoints but with Jackson she seared my heart. This book is raw and real. Full of emotions that are going to take your breath, steal your heart, make it stop, start, and skip a beat. It’s going to wreck you in the best way possible all while putting you back together again. You’re going to laugh, You’re going to cry You’re going to get angry but those are the best kinds of book are they not the ones that make you feel. You’re going to read this book and you’re going to be captivated and blown away, then when it’s over I promise you will pick it right back up and read it again because this isn’t just a book it’s an intense powerful emotion. Jackson will forever be one of my favorites and hold a special place in my heart. I will love you forever Jackson. Thank you Siobhan Davis for doing what you do and I beg you please never stop.
This book is everything! I ahd been so excited and couldn’t wait for Jackson to get his own story and it really did not disappoint in the least. These two are amazing and I just absolutely loved them. Their story definitely had my emotions all over the place, up and down with everything but I was completely addicted to it all! It was absolutely worth the wait for it.
Thoroughly enjoyed this book about Jackson from the Rydeville Elite crew. I thought his character was really well written and kept true to his personality traits we’ve grown to love from the previous books. I was totally enamored with his softer side that came out when he started to catch feelings for Nessa. The easy going relationship they sparked made for such a fun read. Despite the pasts they shared, they were willing to accept that each other had changed and grown and weren’t the same as their old teenage selves. I loved that Jackson started to see the real side of Vanessa and gave her the care and compassion she’d so desperately deserved.
My heart broke for Vanessa, but you could tell she was strong and capable of overcoming anything. I loved seeing the guys surround her with support and protectiveness! Especially Sawyer. He saw the good in her and didn’t let her past or her family ties sway him from the truth he knew about her deep down.
This couple went to hell and back but came out so much stronger on the other side. I think they honestly had to go through some serious trauma to realize how much better they were together than apart. Jackson showed a completely vulnerable side that was refreshing and sweet. I absolutely loved seeing his walls come down and realize what he held in the palm of his hands, if he’d just hold on tighter.
This book was full of drama and chaos that you come to expect with a Siobhan Davis book, especially one centered around the Elite and their seriously screwed up realities. There was some seriously heavy content, full of depraved and gut wrenching situations. It wasn’t an easy read on that front. It got dark and dirty very quickly! You’re in for a wild ride with this book.
I really liked the ending of this book and can’t wait to see more from this couple! I also loved the bonus chapter the author provided. It gave a glimpse of a very private time in the couple’s lives that they shared together. It showcased just how deep their feelings were for each other. This couple was so perfect for each other!
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Jackson’s book has been on my most anticipated list for so long! I was looking forward to this book as soon as I read Sweet Retributionand to say that this book satisfied my appetite would be a huge understatement.
I freaking loved it!
Jackson was one of my favorite characters from the Rydeville Elite Series and when I got to know that he’s going to get his own book, I was very much excited for it! However, given the glimpse of his personality in the previous books I was a bit nervous about Vanessa being his heroine who I believe is also introduced in a short scene in Ruse.
Both of them reeked of a destructive past and I was looking forward to see how Siobhan would weave her magic to bring them together. And she didn’t disappoint me.!
Jackson is devastated by the death of his sister, Dani, who took her own life. After years of numbing his pain and finding refuge in the bottom of a bottle and weed, he is finally sober and ready to extract revenge from the driving force which played a vital role in his sister’s suicide. However, the person is on the run after everything went down with the Elite business earlier mentioned in the previous books. The only way is to draw the person out of his hiding place and lookie… Jackson found a perfect bait!
Vanessa Breen has always been a wild spirit. Years of alcohol and drug abuse decorate her résumé but when her stepfather throws her out, she decides it’s high time to turn a new leaf. Living a peaceful life in New York, she is unaware of the role she is going to play in someone’s vendetta.
I have always said that I love Siobhan’s book for the amazing storyline and this book packed it in heaps. That being said, I was a bit appalled by Jackson’s character. I didn’t know he had that level of asshole in him. Although he redeemed himself later and most of his actions could be justified by the plot, I cannot shake the feeling that he could’ve been a little (just a teeny-tiny bit) more considerate towards Vanessa’s feelings.
Since the story is divided into two parts, it was easier to rate it individually.
Part 1- 3 stars
Part 2- 4.5 stars
Overall rating – 4 stars.
Be warned of the triggers – Themes of statuary rape, murder (gruesome kind), sex slavery is portrayed. Mild alcohol abuse and threat of incest rape also mentioned. If you’ve read the first four books, you know what I’m talking about.
Desperately waiting for Drew’s book. I’ve got a feeling that it will be epic!!
*ARC generously provided by the author. I voluntarily reviewed this copy of the book*
Wowza. She’s done it again. Another winner from this fabulous author. This is Jackson and Vanessa’s story. Jackson remembers Vanessa from school. She was out of control, drunk, drugs, sleeping around. He and his friends ignored her. But what they didn’t know is that she was being very badly abused at home and ended up having a nervous breakdown. He pretends he likes her so he can find out whether she has had any contact with her evil father, but what he doesn’t realise is that he is falling for her. Badly. Abuse. Horrendous abuses. A little sister in grave danger. A beating. A kidnapping. Help from the Kennedys. And a great love. I cannot say just how highly I recommend this book. Actually, any book from this amazing author.
WOW! This book! It’s so amazingly good and I’m so speechless. It will break you. The angst and darkness captivated me. Once I started reading this book I couldn’t put it down. I’m so hooked on this series. I could type all day about this book and not do it the justice it deserves. I HIGHLY, HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS BOOK AND SERIES!!
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Ohh Jackson I knew you had it in you!I received an arc for this book and I promised a honest review. This book has all the feels! Absolutely loved this book! I felt for Nessa the while time. The story will hook you in. I also enjoyed having some familiar faces appear! Jackson is everything we all wanted since we first met him outside the school. Well done Siobhan!
I’ve read a lot of books written by Siobhan Davis; she has written another excellent book. She is one of my favorite authors.
The story line caught my attention at the very beginning and kept me interested throughout the entire book. It’s another book in the Rydeville High Elite Series and they keep getting better and better. I can’t wait to read more of her books.
I loved the chemistry between Vanessa & Jackson.
I received a free Advanced Reader Copy of this book and I’m voluntarily leaving a review.
I was always intrigued by Jackson and I was NOT disappointed!!!! Jackson and Vanessa were fire!!!! It started out as one thing for Jackson and then it turned into so much more. Vanessa reminded me of Abby, even though I still think Abby is the baddest, Vanessa held her own. There was soooo many emotions that just had you at the edge of your seat and secrets are revealed and lots of “omg” moments. This is definitely one that you need to read with no spoilers. And of course it’s always good to see the gang. Loved it!!
OH MY EVER LOVIN’ HELL! The Rydeville High Elite & Rydeville Elite series never stops getting better & better, and I didn’t know if I would end up loving any other couple than Abby & Kai, but Jackson & Vanessa’s story was leveled up. Jackson lost his sister, and he’s been set on revenge every since, so when he learns something about Vanessa, he decides that she’s way to get it. He finds her & convinces her that he wants her, though he’s just playing a game until feelings get caught. Vanessa has gone through the fire, but no one saw past her bad choices to the pain which she was carrying, instead they just wrote her off as an easy vessel. She’s gotten her life back on track, and even believes Jackson is serious about being with her, but there comes a point where he really hurt her badly, and I wasn’t sure that I would ever forgive him since I cried along with her. Plus there are all those diabolical twists & turns that get the f-bombs dropping, which they loudly dropped out of my mouth. There’s heat, and so much palpable angst that I felt like I was choking on it. This is such a great spin off series, so hit those one click buttons! As for me, I CANNOT WAIT for Sawyer’s story which is up next, and I HIGHLY HIGHLY HIGHLY RECOMMEND TO ALL!
The Rydeville clan is back and man just when you think all the evil has gone there is one lurking around the corner. Siobhan Davis shows us Vanessa, which we saw a little in the previous books but this time wow. Then we have Jackson, who by all counts is still sexy and cocky as ever but has met his match with Vanessa. This, however is not a book for easy readers but ones who have followed this series know what you be going into. Reading what Vanessa has gone through is not a walk in the park but she is not weak and we see this throughout the book. Jackson can sometimes be a jerk yet he has his reasons and that is all Dani, his sister. Together these two are hurting but once they lay all the cards on the table we see how much closer they actually are for real. Jackson may have a game plan but dang Siobhan Davis does a great job in making Vanessa knock him out of his plan in a way he never saw coming. We are one step closer to getting rid of the Elite cannot wait to see what Siobhan Davis does next in this series.
“I received an eBook copy from the publisher for the purpose of an honest review. I was not compensated for this review: all conclusions are my own.”
Jackson by Siobhan Davis, is book 5 in the Rydeville Elite Series and my favorite book to date in this series!!
Siobhan has made me question my loyalty to Kai with Jackson, because he is literally everything!!!
Jackson has spent the past few years in a blur of drugs, booze and sex. Haunted by the untimely death of his older sister Dani, he’s turned a corner and is now ready to exact revenge on the man who made his sister’s life hell.
Vanessa has had it rough. Her life has been no fairytale. Tormented by her stepmonster for years, she’s now left with nothing and no where to go. Cut off from the wealth and her twin siblings, Vanessa is bound to protect them from the tortures she endured.
Jackson and Vanessa are not strangers. They know each other from the past. Vanessa was once that clingy girl with a bad rep and Jackson ignored her advances…. but now, after years of not seeing her… Jackson just may become ensnared with the troubled girl from his past.
This book packs a punch!! Strong characters. Deep intriguing storyline. Chemistry for days!!
Another phenomenal story from Siobhan that is sure have you swooning for Jackson!!
I love love love this book! I never thought I would say this but these two rival Kai and Abby!
It’s a roller coaster ride to say the least but well worth the read!
If your looking for a book/series to fill that hole only a good book can this it
: I voluntarily reviewed an advance complimentary copy of this book.
Be still my heart! I was not expecting Jackson to be so dreamy and swoon-worthy, but there he was, completely stealing my heart.
Vanessa, this poor girl. My heart hurt for her. From a young age, she had been on the receiving end of pain through sexual abuse and rape and never really fitting in with those around her, masking her troubles with drugs and booze.
I hurt for her and I wanted to weep for this girl. After being thrown out of the family home, I admired her strength to carry on, turning her life around. But what she really needed was to be loved back
This is where Jackson comes in and goes full throttle in his serenading of her. However, this is part of a larger game to him and he needs Vanessa to fall in love with him so that he can get close to her for information. Information that she does not have.
When things start to unravel, I hated him but he did redeem himself. Like previous books in the series, we are thrown back into the dangerous Elite world which leads most of the heartbreaking drama.
I absolutely love this world and the recurring characters, everyone plays such a good part, making you feel like they are your life long friends and I love the little extra at the end knowing we’re getting Hunt next and an MMF novel that’s I am so ready for!
Jackson is a must-read in the series, can be read as a standalone and will blow you away with how emotionally connected you will become to this story, it was just so beautiful and I think Jackson just passed Kai as my favourite all alpha Davies man!
ARC received for an honest review
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Overall Ratings;u2063
First Sex Scene – 22%
POV – Duel
Hero –
Heroine –
Story –
Steam –
Chemistry –
Siobhan does it again! Another five-star read in the Rydeville world with steaming hot romance and evil Elite monsters. Don’t make any plans because you’ll be too busy hanging with Jackson and Vanessa while they band together with their fun and quirky friends to take on the despicable members of the Elite.
If you haven’t read the first in series, Cruel Intentions, I highly recommend starting with that one just so you can have more of an appreciation for Jackson. His transformation throughout the series is so powerful and totally worth the time to start with Abby’s story. I also think you’ll want a better understanding of the Elite in order to appreciate Jackson and the gang’s hunger for revenge.
For those of you who are familiar with the series, we get even more Sawyer in this one, and Siobhan’s teasers for his book will leave you dying for more. I can’t freaking wait for his story! You’re going to fall in love with Vanessa along with Jackson, and go ahead and read Ruse to get a glimpse into Vanessa’s old life. You won’t be sorry!
I received a copy and volunteered to review it.
The wait is finally over Jackson’s book. I love Jackson’s character, but I so wanted to reach through the pages and smack him a couple of times.
Vanessa is the perfect character for Jackson. Shes not a shy, timid little girl. Shes strong and been through a lot of shit.
I voluntarily reviewed an advance complimentary copy of this book.
With this story we finally get to know the real Jackson who appears easy going on the surface but when you peel back the layers you realize he is using drugs, alcohol and woman to numb his pain until he decides to come up with a better plan. After enduring a tragic loss Jackson is determined that the person responsible pays the ultimate price and he has chosen Vanessa as his weapon of revenge and doesn’t care if she gets caught in the crossfire.
Vanessa has endured a past that will break your heart and her way of dealing with it led to some destructive behavior. Her step-father forcing her out of the house might just have been the best thing to happen to her as she is determined to live a better life but she never expected the havoc that Jackson would cause when he came into her life.
This an emotional story about two people who are damaged by their pasts. There is no denying the heat between them but with one of them determined to use the other for revenge and the other determined to hold her secrets close they are on a collision course and when all is said and done only they can decide if they heal each other or destroy each other.