From USA Today Bestselling author KL Donn comes the second book in the Adair Empire, a dark romance series.Sent to watch an enemy of the Adair Empire, Luther Sutton is stunned to find a redheaded beauty trapped in a hell much worse than anything he could have imagined and seeking her own destruction. Despite her beauty, he needs information only she can give. Ruthless, deadly and smart, he makes … Ruthless, deadly and smart, he makes an offer: Help him and he’ll give her what she wants.
Ariel McCray has a death wish, one she tries–and fails–to execute. But the man who stops her from plunging to her death makes her a deal. A deal that after some debate, she realizes she cannot refuse.
But what happens when they both begin to feel?
What happens when Luther refuses to give Ariel the solace she seeks?
Ariel’s betrayal to her family sets off a course of actions no one is prepared for. She will die to protect the man she’s come to love, the man she now wants to live for.
Can Luther destroy her demons before she can sacrifice herself? Or will their once simple transaction be finalized with her death?
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The Adair Empire is a dark, graphic, romance series, with more triggers than I can list. Proceed with caution.
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This is the second book of the series, “Adair Empire”, by K.L. Donn and in my opinion, it was good and it seems that as the series progresses, each book deals with more dark issues, so readers who have issues with dark reads, be warned because this has triggers… but even as a dark read, for me, it was a good story with a strong yet vulnerable heroine who’s been through the ringer… read this when it’s live to find out her life story).
K.L. Donn is one of those authors who knows how to write a good dark story and never fails to make us, the readers, feel while reading this, like you’re part of the story, experiencing every emotion, good and bad, alongside our hero & heroine and even the side characters. This is what makes her, in my opinion and I bet other readers would agree, a great author and I can’t wait to read more stories from her, including the next book in this series 🙂
We also get to see again our King and his Queen, Lilith <3 and let's just say that they approve of our heroine (by the way, I love our heroine's name :), so don't forget to read this story when it comes out live to find out what her name is).
I can't wait for the next book and keep seeing our already formed couples unite forces with the next alpha that finds his woman 🙂
In the last scene, we were also left with a very small glimpse of possibly a hint of who's story's next...
So now I'm anxious to read the next book because of that little tease I read at the ending scene... go read this when it's live to find out what I'm talking about, you won't regret reading this 🙂
I'm still anxiously waiting to read Carter's story because geez, even though he's super dark, he's also smoking hot 😉
OMG this new book in the Adair Empire Series is so good I couldn’t put the book down I kept turning each page cause the story just had me from the very first page. Luther is a cold blooded killer but when he spies Ariel something in him cracks open. When the men find the one that is meant to be there’s they protect them with everything, but the great thing even though the women have been through hell they are stronger and shock the men with how fierce they can be. I absolutely love this series where the women are so strong and the men so loyal. I can wait for the next book.
Five vicious stars! Luther is dangerously addictive!
For darkness sake! Luther: 2 Truths and a Lie is such a powerful, twisted, raw book that teased me like no other book has done it before. I spent the most pleasant time while reading it. Kristen has done it again! I never thought she could write Dark Romance so smoothly as if she has done it during her writing life. She proved me wrong. She is brilliantly talented.
After reading King: 13 Little Lies I was left wanting more. The men in this series are something else. They are ruthless, dangerous, dark and possessive. Their good side is only opened to the women they claimed as theirs. This time K.L. Donn delivers an intense book with all the dark elements that make it unique and refreshing.
Each page took me to the edge of my sit and I was left breathless and wanting more. It was an addictive journey that I want to repeat many times. I felt trapped inside the story. I could taste the sorrow feelings around the heroine. I felt goosebumps because all atrocities she saw. It is clear that this book is not for sensible readers. So read it under your own responsibility.
Luther is destruction and death. He is a dangerous man. King’s right hand. He is the man you should stay away. His sharp attitude is dark. You should not mess with him if you appreciate your life. He is a stone-cold killer. He doesn’t do emotions and he does not save damsels in distress until Ariel.
Ariel has seen the worst of human cruelty. Her “father” is a real monster. She hates working for him. She wants to escape her fate and there is only one way: death. She is ready to embrace death with peace. Better to died forgiven than living with guilt eating her soul. There is nothing that makes her want to live. Meeting Luther will change that. He is the only one who makes her feel alive.
Luther is darkness and Ariel is light. Sin versus purity. They are perfect for each other. He is rough and she is soft. Between them is growing something that will consume their souls. They will burn and will reborn stronger.
I really love everything about this book. I really recommend this book for those who love dark romance as much as I do. The pace is fast. The plot is refreshing and well developed. The characters are complex. This book is addictive and tempting. It is a mind-blowing and all-consuming journey that you should not miss. Read it right now and become a member of the Adair Empire. I can’t wait to read the following book in the series. How a ruthless and dark man could love deeply? Discover it by reading this book.
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The race to capture the bad guys continues in Luther’s book, not only does somebsecrets are coming out Luther also met his forever in Ariel, I’d recommend this book in a heartbeat, nicely done author KL Donn
Oh. My. Shizz! I am loving this author’s walk on the dark side! These men that make up King Adair’s empire are nothing short of terrifying…to those who deserve it…..but to those closest to them, they will stop at nothing to protect and cherish them, wreaking revenge on those that dare to harm what is theirs.
This is not an easy read but damn it had me turning the pages so fast, I could not put it down. To me, this author can do no wrong, yes this series is definitely a change from her usual style but she has totally killed it!! I need more!!
If you haven’t already, I highly recommend you read King first before Luther. Go on, you know you want too!!
Lordy, Luther and Ariel’s story was so intense. KL Donn always brings so much emotion to her stories, you are steeped in the characters and their mindset from the first page. Luther has no soft side, violence his default setting. Once he meets Ariel, a switch gets flipped and there is no going back. This story is fast paced and dark, focused and full of heat. I’m not usually a fan of dark romance but its KL Donn so take my money. I was mesmerized, couldn’t tear myself away from this story. I devoured it in a few hours and I’m going to finish this and jump into Castiel. The Adair Empire is addictive and I am completely and totally hooked!
Holy mother! This book hugs for darker and more secrets are revealed and more twists and turns. That ending left me with my heart practically beating out of my chest. But the story of Ariel and Luther is not hugs dark, it’s sexy and passionate and just what I needed to escape reality for a couple hours.
Ok 1st off holy hell! Luther, Luther, Luther that man is more dominant than King if that’s possible. He has no emotions except for where Ariel is concerned. That poor girl has been through so much in her short life. Luther gives her something she has never had love. Granted its not live in the way some would consider, but I know he will give her anything and everything she could ever need. Now if you don’t like violence against woman this book is not for you. Oh and let me be clear Luther would NEVER abuse his princess. Now I can’t wait to get my hands on Castiel….
Warnings: this series does have some serious triggers !
And some detailed graphic torture sences ….
Also must be read in order!
Oh my god this book has some serious heat ! Once again K.L. Donn has pulled of a must read, I read this whole book in one sitting my only question would be when will book 3 be released ? ?
I know I’m going to have a book hangover with this whole series !
Alpha male saves lost tortured girl can they make it work ? Will they get the revenge that lost girl needs ?
You will have to read Luther: 2 Truths and a Lie to find out !
(This review was previously posted to amazon)
OMG! I honestly didn’t think KL Donn could get any darker or grittier with her writing, I really shouldn’t be so surprised anymore, but the darker these books get, the more I want to read!! I had moments where I wanted to message the author to say that I couldn’t continue due to the content in this book, but I continued regardless of how many times I wanted to quit. I’m loving this darker side of KL Donn and can’t wait for more!!!
The Adair Empire just keeps getting better with each book. It gets more interesting and you get more invested in the characters and their lives. Luther is such a badass but I love how we get to see a softer side a little bit as well. Ariel is so perfect for him and he is the best thing for her as well. I am so excited for number 3, Castiel’s book.
Great second book in this awesome dark romance series
Holy WoW!!! This is a great book. Luther is a ruthless, cold hearted killer. Then he grabs Ariel before she can do something stupid. Ariel has demons and truly believes that the world will be better off without her. Luther knows there is something about Ariel that makes him want to be a better man for her. This book has a great storyline and loveable characters and I am loving this series. Although each book features a different couple it is easier to follow the flow of the story if you read them in order. This is book 2, book one is King: 13 little lies. Definitely a series I recommend.
Explosive and exciting from the first to the last page!! I can’t get enough of this series! I love the dark undertones of the characters and the sinful hotness of the relationships! A definite must read! I thank the Author for providing a copy to review!
~~~Erika, Book Haven Book Blog
This story line for the series is amazing!!
I am absolutely loving these books.
Luther got my attention in book one. I was very curious how he’d be when meeting his one.
Ariel…. Man, oh man! That poor girl. I’m so glad she has Luther. He’s the protector she needs.
I’m loving KL’s stuff more and more with each book I read.
What a fantastic second addition to the Adair Empire series! This story is so gripping right from the start. The novel is quite dark, angsty and gritty, and is a really enjoyable read. I can’t wait for the next installment of this series.
Luther is so dark and calculating, and yet he had a sweetness about him that drew me in and made me love him. Ariel is a sweet, young, broken girl, yet also quite strong. I really felt for her character. So much heartache. Luther and Ariel’s connection is quite hot, very steamy and a whole lot sexy. Again, like in the first book, the secondary characters are great and I really can’t wait until their stories unfold.
This novel shows us that even amongst the darkness we can find the light. Something we can hold onto when things get really crazy. Something to live for. I seriously loved this story and everything about it, from the way it is written to the way the story made me feel. Bring on book 3
This book had me glued to my kindle from the very first page with the well written storyline and the great plot that flowed effortlessly from page to page to the characters that were so well developed that I was totally immersed as the chemistry exploded between Ariel and Luther that I just could not put this book down until I read the very last page! Therefore, I ended up reading this fantastic book in one sitting, I highly recommend reading this book!
Ariel McCray is ready to end her young life at eighteen. Forced her entire life to do the unthinkable, she knows she can’t face the future her father has planned for her. Just as she is ready to let it all go, she’s saved by the unlikeliest of heroes.
Luther Sutton is the right hand man to King Adair. While on a surveillance mission gathering information on the McCrays, Luther is drawn to a gorgeous redhead at standing atop a cliff. When he stops her from jumping, he’s shocked to learn she’s the daughter of their enemy. While he knows he should have just let her jump, he couldn’t do it and now takes her back to King to see if she can be used as a paw to get the information they need. There’s one major problem, however, she’s his and he’s not willing to let Ariel sacrifice herself for anyone, including herself.
Luther is the second book in KL Donn’s Adair series and should not be read as a standalone. This book is incredibly dark with brutal scenes of torture and a dark storyline that features child trafficking. If you enjoy a dark read, however, Luther is perfect! KL Donn has beautifully captured Luther’s savagery and hardness. As a reader, it’s easy to see why he is drawn to Ariel’s innocence and desperation . . . and she is innocent regardless of the role she’s been forced to play by her father.
Ariel is such a lost soul, yet possess a core of absolute steel to face the things that she does in this book and to come out standing on the other side. She’s a phenomenal match for Luther and I’m truly enjoying watching the men of the Adair Empire fall for the women truly made to be the other half of their souls.
KL Donn has also done a great job of teasing us with more looks at the other Adair characters who will have books in the series to truly capture the reader’s attention and cause extreme anticipation for the next release! 5 stars
Wow! Absolutely loved this book. KL Donn will take you on a thrilling roller coaster ride right to the end. I loved Luther and Ariel’s story and can’t wait for the next book. A must read book but be sure to read book 1 King first, you won’t be disappointed.
When I saw Luther was released early and on my kindle I stopped what I was doing a dove right in.. and I got to saw I was not disappointed. KL Donn nailed it with Luther and Ariel’s story. And two broken souls make a beautiful love story.