Get ready for another gripping dark romance from New York Times Bestselling author Penelope Sky! Once you start Cassini and Balto’s story, you won’t be able to put it down until the very end… My husband is cruel, ruthless, and despicable. I hate him with every fiber of my being. The only reason I haven’t killed him or tried to run away is because of the promise I made. I sold myself to save … to run away is because of the promise I made. I sold myself to save someone I loved…and this is the price I have to pay.
I was sitting alone in a bar when the most handsome man walked inside. Striking blue eyes, cheekbones as sharp as glass, and a muscular body fit for a war. He was gorgeous. I couldn’t take my eyes off him. When he bought me a drink, I didn’t say no. I’d been unfulfilled for so long, and I wanted a real man for the night. My husband had his affairs so why couldn’t I?
I noticed the peculiar ring on his right hand, a diamond carved into a skull. If only I’d known what that meant, I would have known who this man was.
The Skull King.
A man more cruel and ruthless than my own husband.
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Perfect for anyone who loves a twisted dark romance. Sexy, steamy and impossible to put down! Delicious.
I’ve always loved Penelope Sky’s books! I’ve read them all up to this point. And this one didn’t let me down!
The rich and powerful Skull King Balto is a true Alpha. He is arrogant because he can be and he can take what he wants. He meets the most beautiful women he’s ever seen in a bar. Cassini is married but she’s a prisoner of horrible circumstances. She risked her life for her ex who betrayed her. She doesn’t want her cruel husband who only wants her as a trophy. She’s strong but Lucian treats her like a dog. When Balto and Cassini collide their connection is off the charts.
I loved this book! I love the strong Italian criminal that is similar to most of Penelope’s books. I pretty much know what I’m going to get from her and I love them all! She’s such a great writer and the passion is off the charts! Diving into The Skull Crusher now!!
The Skull series is a dark mafia world involving human trafficking and the like. Balto and Cassini were destined to meet one way or another, and their steamy attraction was what made this story crazy hot. Balto’s not a good man, but he’s better than most among his peers. He’s definitely a man who knows how to get what he wants. Cassini is stuck in a bad marriage, with no way out. The cat and mouse games keep ramping up, and I’m anxious to see how it all pieces together in the end!
I absolutely loved this book and I’m not surprised! Penelope has a way of sucking you in every series! I love how strong willed all her heroines are!
what happens when you get into bed with the devil? when the man you are married to is cruel, ruthless, evil, and cheats on you? she married only to save someone she loved, and for that reason she stays, but when your alone at a bar whats do you have left to loose when a handsome man come to your side? but only to find out that said man may just be the only man who is worst then the man you married?
I’m a sucker for all words from Penelope Sky..
Balto, leader of the Skull Kings is betrayed by Lucian – a master in explosives – and is waiting to take his revenge. In the meantime, its business as usual – alcohol, work and women – but just one woman in particular.
Cassini, unhappily married in a loveless relationship all to save a guy she thought loved her. Her husband only wants her as a trophy wife. She is lonely so she embarks on a dangerous affair with a hot guy from the bar.
Can Cassini soften the hard exterior of the Skull King? Will Balto save the beautiful young woman from her miserable life? What will hubby do if/when he finds out about her infidelity?
Another gripping read that had me intrigued from the start. And with that ending, May 7th can’t come quick enough.
I love the way Penelope Sky writes. Her stories are fast paced and easy to read.
The Skull King is the first book in a new series by Penelope Sky. Set in Italy in the Barsetti World. I have to admit after reading the past books set in this world (Buttons series & Lingerie series), I was a little disappointed in this one. It was very steamy, which is typical with all of these books, and for the record, doesn’t bother me. But in this particular book it just seemed too much and didn’t add to the story. The book starts with a bang, literally and ends with a very intriguing cliffhanger, but the rest moved very slow. Balto is a badass and I’m looking forward to seeing how his character develops in the next book. Ms. Sky usually writes very strong heroines, but Cassini, in my opinion, seems weak and wishy-washy. I hope to see her character improve in the next book. Overall, this is not a terrible book, just different than what I’ve read by Sky in the past.
I enjoyed Skull King very much, another hit for Penelope Sky. I love how these hardened men become weak and the strong women they grow to love. The characters are wicked and strong but I grew to love them and can’t wait till May
Love this book as always can’t wait for the next book…. you always keep me on the edge of my seat
The Skull King by Penelope Sky is the first book in her new spin off series. I adored Balto and Cassini. Balto was written so well. He was powerful and dominant without being over the top, nor did I ever feel like I wanted to slap him. He becomes infatuated with a woman who is enslaved in a blackmail marriage. Cassini is everything that he has ever wanted and soon becomes enthralled with their affair. The trouble is her husband is Balto’s powerful enemy. Will Balto save her or will her fate be tied forever to her slimy husband? I literally could not put this book down. I needed to find out what was going to happen.
I am so excited for this series. Balto’s book didn’t disappoint. Cassini and Balto were off the charts. Cassini and Balto end up having extra steamy affair, Cassini is married. Little did Balto know who. This ending killed be. I have a feeing I’m going to want to slap Balto a few times in the face during the next book. Great start. I love this author and these books.
I’m honored to be part of Penelope’s ARC team and I absolutely love her work even when I don’t care for the storyline. I thought Cassini was weak and dumb. Who marries a man to saves someone who isn’t family? She was trying to make the best of her bad situation by hooking up with Balto but is she digging herself into a bigger whole? Balto wasn’t as bad as other male lead but he is still a jerk. After what Cassini has been through she needs love not more cruelty. I can’t wait for book two.
Wow what an excellent book so dark and sexual. It had me from the beginning. Can’t wait to read the rest of the books to see how they end.
From beginning to end, this book had me hooked! I love the way Penelope gave us some history before jumping into the heart of the book. I quickly fell in love with Balto. He’s definitely a man’s man and gave off all the qualities she gave us with the Barsettis that we love and missed. Cassini is strong and sassy. She brings wit and a class to her tragic situation. Unlike the Barsetti books, this one showcases a more gentler side first, but still managed to keep me on the edge of my seat. I can’t wait for all hell to break lose in the coming books. Great job Penelope…as usual!!
I have read every book Penelope has wrote. Never disappointed in her characters.
Looking forward to her next book.
I received this copy as an ARC for my honest review. WOW this is going to be another amazing series. This book had me from the beginning and I could not put it down, now I will have to wait for book two for the continuation. This is going to be one Hot, Steamy, Dangerous series that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Balto & Cassini are explosive with their chemistry that you can feel it like you are their and the story line is amazing. This book will real you in so get it now and start reading. It will not disappoint. Well done Penelope.
Well I wasn’t expecting that ending at all!!! With that being said I want to give the head up to anyone that’s has a trigger over adultery. I want to point out that adultery plays a major factor in this story so if that not your cup of tea then this is not the story for you. Consider yourself warned!! I’m just going to put this out there that I loved this book. The story was all kind of addicting had me hook from beginning to end. Just the interaction alone between Cassini and Balto was enough to keep me intrigue the bar scence was down right sinful. My only concern was the ending just when you though you it all figure out your hit with a semi chiffhanger that will leave you speechless. Overall a enjoyable and entertaining read I can’t wait to see what in store for this series. I voluntarily read and reviesw this ARC no monetary compensation was received the opinions I have express are my own.
I didn’t think I would like a book about the skulls Kings considering what they do for a living but I actually really liked it. Balto wasn’t what a expected, I thought he would be a little more menacing like Bones or even Cato but he was actually pretty mellow so to speak. I also like the fact that Cassini doesn’t remind you of any of the other fellow female characters in the other series. She stands on her own so it really feels like you’re reading a whole new series. I’m interested in how this story plays out since Balto background is way more criminal then any of the men in Ms. Sky books. @Penelope
Well damn this is just the beginning and I’m hooked. What started out as a night of fun turned into a dance with the devil. This story is a fantastic start to what I know is going to be a fantastic series. That last paragraph will leave you speechless. I’m so ready for the next book.
I voluntarily read a arc copy
Penelope has another winner with the Skull King! It all starts with a glance across the bar, being married doesn’t matter, it’s all consuming, even when the two players don’t want it to be! Cassini is a prisoner, an object, while free to roam, she has to follow the rules. Balto is the head of the underground, what he wants he gets and no one stops him! These two together are explosive. But the under currents of crime will be prevalent, will our little bird trade one cage for another? We will have to wait and see!