The CEO of Cristo: A Secret Baby Billionaire Romance (Sophie Lark Standalones)

*First time reading author

I want to say I loved this story, but I didn’t. I want to say that the characters of this book blew me away and I couldn’t put it down, I can’t. The premise of this book is good, and I think if the characters had more chemistry and maybe if I actually liked Hazel I could enjoy this book.

I tried to finish The CEO of Cristo but to be honest I made it to where Ethan gets out of prison and then I gave up. I didn’t like Ethan or Hazel. I was actually rooting for the bad guy Van. He was the only one in this book that had any kind of character or feelings in this book.

I hope someone else can enjoy this story, but it just wasn’t for me.

Love the cover! Love the adaptation! Love the ending! MORE than 5 Stars…
This book was sooo good. It is inspired by “The Count of Monte Cristo” by Alexandre Dumas and diverges enough to make me happy. I suggest either before or after reading this book (which you really MUST do) look at the movie with the actor Jim Caviezel playing the part of the Count. You will see why I am happier with this version. I also like that Ms. Lark has us feel compassion for the oft misunderstood character of Van first, before our impressions ultimately change.
Van is the stereotypical rich kid whose father never expected much of him and so he lived up to those expectations. He has coveted the relationship between Ethan and Hazel for years, waiting for his opportunity, which comes after an especially horrific event. Nerdy Ethan and Hazel are so in love and so very innocent to the ways of the world. They are totally caught off guard. Knowing the story of “The Count of Monte Cristo” I felt heart-pounding dread as events unfolded. Ethan’s bike ride home the night before everything changes for him is so gripping. I couldn’t read fast enough. Read straight through b/c I needed the happy ending.
The steam is limited to basically a few scenes but they are very visually tantalizing. Oh. My. Word…there are so many things I would like to say but they would be spoilers. I read a lot so when I say that this is one of the most suspenseful and best written books I’ve read lately. it is no exaggeration.
It comes highly recommended for readers who enjoy fast-paced suspense, mystery and some steam, but more importantly true love. I give it 10 stars. I received an advance review copy for free (thru BookSirens), and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

This book kept me guessing! It was a great book to read and an even greater one to read the bonus epilogue! The passion and love of hazel and Ethan draws you into their web.

This is book one in the Classic Billionaires series. I was introduced to this author through the Colours of Crime series. This was an easy pick to read for me. A modern twist on The Count of Monti Cristo, just adds to this story. The characters are amazing, they have the ability to captivate and pull you along through their journey. Can Hazel, Van, Ethan and Matt find their own happiness or will it shatter them all apart for good? A great read, highly recommend this author. Enjoy!

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If you enjoyed the book “Count of Monte Cristo” or the movie “The Man Behind the Iron Mask” you’ll love this book. Love triangle, revenge, suspense, drama, and some crazy twists and turns, this book has it all. Ethan and Van are roommates in college, best friends, and eventually business partners. They both fall for Hazel, but it appears Ethan has won her heart, but Van won’t go away quietly. Van is a master manipulator and does all in his power to get Hazel and get rid of Ethan. The book moves quickly, the storyline is great, all the characters grow and are so interesting, even Van. I read it in an evening simply because I couldn’t put it done. Great Read. Free with KU and a great weekend read.

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Book one in the series and it’s a story that’s well worth reading. The story is well written, flows smoothly, has thrills, revenge, and betrayal. The characters are well developed and have steamy chemistry between them. Your attention is grabbed at the beginning and held until you read the last page.

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Wow what a great book. The characters are well developed and have amazing chemistry. The storyline flowed smoothly from beginning to the end and kept me entertained.

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4 1/2 Stars

The drama suspense and angst in this storyline wasn’t between the hero and heroine, but focused on the intense emotions of Van whose selfish and entitled personality had him falling off the deep end when it came to his obsession with Hazel.
His twisted desire had him plotting Ethan’s ruin to get him out of the way for his own HEA with Hazel.
I really liked the way the author introduced Van first with his POV. It set the tone on the storyline that was filled with suspense and intrigue. Ethan’s relationship with Hazel endured the test of time even though he was a bonehead to push her away.
Well written and deep.

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ONE HIGH OCTANE WHIRLWIND!!!
Outstanding! Sophie is absolutely astounding, kicking ass and taking names, blasting through on a flaming inferno riding on the wings of vengeance, blowing the gates of hell wide open, melding this gem together sleek, shiny and tight. Satisfaction rocks this jewel, bringing it home with such intensity and precision, riding roughshod and delivering one block busting piece of perfection, propelling this jewel to staggering heights. A raging vortex full of fervent events and baffling circumstances, blasts those swirling emotions into play front and center, keeping you riveted on a razors edge. Anarchy, escapades and havoc run amuck, kicking this bad boy into a raging tempest, blasting it into a tailspin with a life-altering culmination. Sparks fly as drama, intrigue, tension, turmoil, danger, mounting suspense and nerve racking situations along with a boatload of chaos while dodging sinister intentions, you have one mind-blowing masterpiece. Forging through the trials and tribulations, noting the astonishing twists and wicked turns, testing our characters in ways they could have never envisioned. Heating up the chemistry, elevating the attraction, witnessing the sizzle flowing through the pages, alluring and mesmerizing, grounding in it’s strength and awe inspiring in it’s depth. The realism and authenticity of the characters as their on point personalities blend and connect along with the graphically detailed scenes that really pull this baby together smoothly. Fantastic job Sophie, thanks for sharing this bad boy with us.

Will Ethan rise to revenge his past and claim his love
You will not believe the plot twists in the book! Van and Ethan separately meet Hazel at a party, but only one of them walks away with her number. What follows is a story of friends uniting to form a startup followed by deep heartache when Ethan is framed for murder. Hazal is destroyed by Ethan’s conviction, but joins Van in the launch of their successful app. Hazel and Ethan each have something to share, but when Ethan goes first, Hazel keeps her secret. But years later when Ethan is released from jail, he seeks revenge against the real murderer. It all comes together in a spectacular ending.