Ninth Circle. Treachery. Also known as Tanner Caine. He is a temptation with cold, dark eyes. A man with a seductive smirk and a body built for pure sin. The linchpin of a group of wealthy bad boys known as the Inferno. A dark presence that repels as much as he attracts, Tanner is the poisoned apple I want to bite even when I know it will destroy me. Our story started in college, but I ran from … story started in college, but I ran from him so far I believed I was safe.
I should have known he’d find me eventually.
I should have known that nobody escapes.
He has me in his sights again with an offer I can’t pass up.
I know better than to make a deal with the Devil.
Not unless I’m willing to pay his sensual price.
Book One now INCLUDES the Prequel previously published.
***Each novel in the series depicts a unique romance, but the plots through each book connect in one world. For the best experience, read the series in order.
Nine Standalone novels. Nine dangerous men. Nine unrepentant sinners you’ll hate to love.
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I could not put this book down! This book was so well written. Luca was the naive girl going to Yale. Tanner is the one you are warned to stay away from. He is cold and has no problem humiliating anyone. He is part of the Inferno Boys, the group that runs Yale. One thing leads to another, and Luca is in the sights of Tanner. They have a unique attraction mixed with a hate you relationship. Lots of great story told from a dual perspective.
Wow. Lily White has blown my mind with this group of men. The whole concept of this book was so creative. Tanner Caine was so dimensional. He was full of hatred but filled with life at the same time. His presence was something out of this world. And, Luca? Luca was sassy and spirited. She didn’t follow the crowd and conform. I loved that about her. The fact that most of this was what I would consider a “dark romance”, it had elements of laughter. I found myself being amused amid the chaos.
I’m hooked, line and sinker. I can’t wait to get my hands on the next book in this 9 book series. It sounds like a lot, however, once you sink your teeth into the first one, you can’t wait to find out the secrets of the other Inferno men.
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Tanner and Luca were together in college. Tanner is the leader of the group of nine rich guys that are under their father’s ruthless thumbs. Luca is the only girl to stand up to Tanner and she gets away from him for three years only to have things go so wrong. A divorce will bring her face to face with Tanner again. The two always had an attraction and steam in spades but Tanner is still playing mind games. Luca stands up to him and I really loved her for it. A good read that kept me up late. I can’t wait to read the other books in this series.
Disclaimer: I received an Advance Reader Copy at no cost from the publisher/author. All opinions in my review are my own.
This precursor to the Antihero Inferno series will leave you slack-jawed and wanting more. If this book is any indication then I know that the rest of this series will be mind-blowing.
The writing was phenomenal! This was the first book that I have tried from this author and I was greatly impressed with her writing style. It was witty, comfortable, and flowed beautifully. This twisty little plot had my heart pumping. I love some good suspense thrown in my stories and this book had it in spades. I was on the edge of my seat trying to figure out all the clues.
The main characters were so easy to connect with. The author dives right into their lives and leaves nothing behind. Both characters are relatable and likable. Even the antihero of the story. I liked that he was so flawed and terrible that it made him seem so real. Both Tanner and Luca have depth and great character development. I do hope that we get to see even more of Tanner’s character development as the series continues. One of the amazing things about this series is the incredible cast of secondary characters. Let’s just say that I am happy that each of the Inferno will be getting their own books as the series progresses. I can’t wait to get to know these antiheroes.
They say that there is a thin line between love and hate and the romance in this book speaks volumes to that. The enemies-to-lovers romance in this book was so intense. Truly madly deeply intense. The chemistry between Luca and Tanner was simply explosive. They had such a fierce connection that could be felt through the pages. Tanner was definitely different with Luca than with other people. He felt their connection and he let that drive him. As much as Luca tried, she couldn’t fight their connection. I really loved how they never backed down from each other. They were both spitfires and a bundle of stubbornness. Where Tanner was darkness, Luca was light. They just fit so well together.
Overall, this book really surprised me in all the best ways. If you are looking for a book with wicked games, a strong heroine, and a grip of insanely attractive and arrogant men then you’ve hit the jackpot. This book has such memorable characters and an exciting plot. I can’t wait to read the next book in this series!
I loved everything about this book! The relationship of Tanner and Luca from start to finish was suspenseful. It truly kept you wanting to know what would happen next. The relationship of all the characters kept you wanting to know more and to find out their back stories. I can’t for the next book to come out! I recommend reading this book as it was a truly great read that left you wanting more!
Treachery is the first book in this series of standalone, bully romance with enemies-to-lovers trope and features different couple throughout the series. After reading the prequel, and I highly suggest you do so, imagine my giddy excitement on finally having my Tanner fix. And indulge I did.
Tanner is his usual intense, treacherous self and after years of plotting to get Luca back in his life, what started as a game ended up being more than what he aimed for. After years of running from Tanner, she didn’t expect that the person who can free her from her prison of a marriage is the one man she both hated and wanted. The chemistry of these two is thick with sexual tension, hatred and passion that reaches far beyond the pages of the book. The heated, sarcastic, witty back and forth and angst of giving in to their feelings were prevalent in the story. Apart from that, there is suspense from the threat of the unknown to Luca’s life. Although the story ends in HEA, I felt that I will still be seeing these characters on other installments due to some unresolved point in the story. Overall, I truly enjoyed it and very much looking forward for Gabriel’s story.
I LOVE this story! Treachery brings out the best and worse in both of these characters. Tanner and Luca are one of the best set of characters I have read this year. There is nothing I would change about Treachery. Tanner is a bully to epic proportion BUT there is a reason for everything he does. He knows that what he has to do for and to Luca is for the greater good for him and her. But it takes longer than Tanner expects.
Luca thinks she is away from Tanner, but now that she is getting a divorce she sees that he is back in her life and in the worse possible way. As her soon to be ex-husbands lawyer. But as with everything when it comes to Tanner there will always be a price to pay.
I have to say Lily came out swinging for this being the first book out of the series. It kind of scares me to see what is to come. But I am ready and bring it on!
“This was the second time I read a book of Lily and she blew my mind! She had a thing with words and Treachery was amazing, intriguing and gritty with wonderful and complex characters. Tanner was the perfect anti-hero. Dark, controlling, arrogant, confident and smart but don’t forget handsome as h*ll. Luca was smart, beautiful and so sassy. The push and pull between them was so delightful to read and their chemistry was the hottest ever! Told in dual POV! Being on Tanner’s mind sealed the deal for me. I cannot wait for the next story. I’m completely hooked!”
When it comes to Lily White, I never know just what to expect. That’s a large part of the reason she is one of my favorite authors. For me, she is the measure for dark romance. if it’s Lily White dark, you KNOW it’s dark.
Then she writes a story like this. It’s not dark, much like her last release. But it’s so intriguing that I read it in almost one sitting. I love these bully romance stories and when you add an element of an almost secret society, I’m a goner. Tanner and every other man in the Inferno are bad, apologetically bad. But we never quite understand the reason why. We get pieces of the story as to how the Inferno came to be, and it adds an element that gives these men a little more humanity and will have you feeling a bit empathetic. But there is no mistaking the fact that each one is named for one of the nine circles of hell for a reason.
First up is Tanner Caine. The leader. He’s ruthless, he’s sinfully sexy, and he takes no prisoners when it comes to getting what he wants.
Luca Bailey is the girl that can’t shake Tanner. She’s also the one that’s never had an issue telling him no. Which is something he is not used to. What follows after three years of evading Tanner is a roller coaster to say the least. This book is so full of twists and mind games that I stayed up almost all night hoping to finish it so I could see what happened next. I should have known with nine in the group, I wouldn’t get all my answers in the first book.
Out of all of her series, this is the one that I am most excited for. It has a little bit of everything for me. Mystery, touch of darkness, romance(of course), and a story that is full of mind games….signature Lily White. Add in the fact each guy will get a story?? I’m hooked.
A very gritty tale. At times, I really disliked the guys of the Inferno. But as the story progressed, I found that they were not as unlikable. Knowing that this was how they would be no matter what, I am looking forward to the rest of the series to watch them heal and fall. Luca was a strong, determined young woman who found her life out of control. Tanner was the puppet master. The steam and attraction between these two was what helped them find a way to their HEA. The story was worth the reading, and I recommend it.
I received a copy of this story through Enticing Journey Book Promotions, and this is my unsolicited review.
Terrific start to a new series with hot alpha aholes and women that steal their hearts along with twisty suspense and mystery. First up is the master ahole of the Nine, Tanner aka Treachery. He’s the leader of the group of young men that are set to take over the world-dominating businesses from their fathers. The fathers are class-A jerks with a penance for torture and bullying, especially family. The Nine are vying to outmaneuver their fathers and stay sane while tying to crush the old way of doing business. Luca was introduced to the Nine by her roommate during college and their brand of dominance was not her thing. But the fathers want something that Luca inherited from her father and tasked Tanner with getting it. He tried during college with bullying but Luca ran away after a sexy encounter with Tanner that left them both reeling. Now Tanner’s coming back to get the information but Luca is just as resistant as ever. She such a fighter even when it’s a lost cause because Tanner has stacked the deck and is pulling the strings. Or so he thinks until accidents start happening and Luca is in danger. Their enemies relationship is ripe with sexual energy and steamy encounters. Tanner forces Luca to accept his protection and moves her into his home and then into his bed. This is a smoking hot enemies to lovers romance full of intrigue, mystery, suspense, steamy sex and a group of supremely sexy young men. Don’t think this is like any other series because this author will always have a few twists that will blow your mind and give you a TDF sexy couple like Luca and Tanner. I was captivated from the beginning all the way to the end with the roller coaster of the sensual love/hate romance between Luca and Tanner, the mysterious behaviors of the Nine and the hint of things to come. All the Nine are masters of their domains and are sexy beasts. Gabriel and has his childhood nemesis, Ivy are up next and it looks like another fantastic story with the continuation of the Luca mystery and the sexual napalm of another Nine hottie, Fraud. He’s the deceiver with beautiful lies falling from his beautiful lips. Can’t wait! I voluntarily reviewed an ARC & bought the book.
“Nine ruthless men. Nine unrepentant sinners. Nine irresistible manipulators that would do you a favor if you promised to pay the price.”
“Treachery” is the first book in the “Antihero Inferno” series. The author definitely knows how to start with a bang! This book is something else. Get ready to meet nine men determined to bring you to your knees. First up the ninth circle, Treachery aka Tanner Caine!!
The book was one mindfuck after another. There’s no denying that Tanner is a master manipulator, a man you won’t want as an enemy. Unfortunately for Luca, she’s been on his radar since college. I can’t possibly begin to explain all the things that are happening. Some of Tanner’s plans are messed up and definitely not something you can think of!
After fleeing Yale 3 years ago, Luca is a bad place once again. Both her parents are dead, and her cheating husband filled for a divorce. What comes to top everything is Tanner resurfacing into her life, as her husband’s attorney. Tanner never let Luca really go. He has been keeping taps on her all those years. He’s once again back wanting to make a deal with her, to have her in his control.
“A maelstrom. That’s what Tanner is. Whether good or bad. He is a violent turmoil that sucks you down. Until you no longer care that you are drowning.”
Tanner is something else! He has the ability to make and execute plans that you won’t see coming. Luca came into his life because of his father’s orders but the fact that she wouldn’t bow down to him, is what ultimately kept him interested. She’s fierce and has a backbone of steel. She knows that he can’t really beat him in his own games, but she sure tries!
Luca and Tanner’s story was really good! Lily White gave us characters we hate to love while weaving a gripping story full of secret agendas and hidden players. I loved the backstory and I’m looking forward to the rest of the stories. Next up we have “Fraud”, Gabriel Dane’s story!!!
What a book. What an assholes. What an amazing storyline. This book by Lily isn’t as dark as I thought it would be. Loved the games they played and the dark vibe which Tanner had throughout the book but I would have loved if the games were darker especially between Luca and Tanner.
To me they were a but to soft or maybe Lily fucked up my mind with her other books, haha.
Absolutely loved how strong Luca was. She doesn’t scare away from Tanner or the other Inferno boys. Years passing by and they see each other again in the most fucked up away you can ever imagine. I would have strangle the guy with my two bare hands.
But I loved that Luca had such a strong effect on Tanner. Every night a different girl is his bedroom but Luca was the only who made his heart beat faster. The only thing I missed were Tanners emotions about Luca. There was more, way more, I could feel it but I couldn’t read it.
The dirty little secrets made me heartbroken. I couldn’t believe it. For once I was a bit shocked. Playing with people’s lives was just a no go. I don’t think I could forgive someone like Luca did.
The games in this plot were amazing. Fucked up. Unique. Lovely. But I hoped they were darker. Still I was very impressed.
Lily has a dirty odd mind and I like it, haha.
For all the people who need mind games. Dangerous men and big attraction, this one is for you.
Easiest FIVE STARS I’ve given in a long time! LOVE LOVE LOVE this book hard! Lily spins another tangled web that I was caught in for days. Epic read. She has become one of my favorite authors hands down. I’ll read anything she writes. This book is the perfect blend of dark, intense, and steam. I devoured it. The characters are addictive and completely intense. Just when I thought I had it figured out…twist after twist had me on edge. SO GOOD!
I received a copy of this book from the publisher/author to review for Stephanie’s Book Reports.
Ninth Circle. Treachery. Also known as Tanner Caine. He is a temptation with cold dark eyes. A man who with a seductive smirk and a body for pure sin. The linchpin of a group of wealthy bad boys known as the Inferno. A dark presence that repels as much as he attracts, Tanner is the poisoned apple I want to bite even when i know it will destroy me. Our story stated in college, bu I ran from him so far I believed I was safe. I should have known he’d find me eventually. I should have known that nobody escapes. He has me in his sights again with an offer I can’t pass up. I know better than to make a deal with the Devil. Not unless I’m willing to pay his sensual price.
I read the prequel of this book first and had to wait for the actual book. Which by the way just about killed me. If you haven’t read that, don’t worry it is in the very front of the book and if you have read it you can skip to the present. This story does not disappoint. This is the story of Tanner and Luca. Our introduction into the Inferno world. Nine guys who play by their own rules and pretty much rule their universe. However Luca in college caught the attention of Tanner, with more than fate at play in that little meeting. And since then he has pretty much ruined her life. Now he is the lawyer for her lying cheating scumbag of a husband who is a cheater and she needs a divorce from him. However this is where Luca stands to lose over three million dollars and that can not happen or she is going to be broke and homeless as she depended on Clayton while they were married. Now that Tanner is the attorney it is time for the Inferno to play one of its games and the chase is on. I don’t want to tell you anything more about this book as it should all be a surprise for you. I am so excited that we are going to get all the Inferno guys stories. I can’t wait. This book is one of those you won’t figure out, you will read like a crazy person and love every single second of. Don’t miss Treachery by Lily White or you are missing one heck of a book.
Just wow… I am absolutely in love with this series and all the smoke and mirrors that have been embedded in this web of lies and destruction. And it’s only the first book but what a way to introduce the inferno boys to the world.
Treachery aka Tanner is one hell of a confident, hot, alpha that will turn your world upside down, not only with his exquisite moss green eyes but his intelligence to overthrow any chess player at their game. And poor Luca is in his sights of what starts off as one thrilling, non-stop action tale.
I was absolutely glued to this story. I had to know what was going to transpire because the guessing game was killing me. So I hope your all good with your trivia because what your about to read will just have you scratching your head at every turn and this just shows what twists and turns are coming your way.
Brilliant work once again lily. Bring on Gabriel .
Wow! This is a fantastic read! The prequel to this book whetted my appetite for Luca and Tanner’s on-going tale, and it was even more than I hoped for! It is a galvanising read. Intense, exciting and starring two very stubborn protagonists who will keep you riveted throughout. With great dialogue, intrigue and the promise of more to come, Treachery had me from the outset and didn’t lose its grip on my attention at any time. Tanner and Luca have become an instant favourite! Next!
4.5-stars
Treachery by Lily White is the first book in her new Antihero Inferno standalone series with interconnected couples. Our antiheroes are men who always get what they want, matter what they have to do to get it. First up, is Tanner and the woman who thought got away. Tanner and Luca shared something in college, but she got away and started her life. But things do not always go as you want and now he is back and he is not letting her go. Tanner could be very cruel and cold. Luca was strong and determined and I loved that abut her. She never just rolled over for Tanner, though he expected it. There was a lot of push and pull between and their chemistry was intense. I am so excited to see what comes next in this series!
Read and reviewed for Sultry Sirens Book Blog.
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Lily White is the modern day Dante!! 5 SCORCHING STARS FOR THIS MASTERPIECE!!!
I can’t remember exactly when Lily 1st mentioned her intention to write a series, about 9 ruthless and unrepentant sinners, but it’s been over a year in the making and the first book absolutely DID NOT DISAPPOINT!!
Tanner Caine is the DEVIL himself and the chemistry between he and Luca is EXPLOSIVE!! This book kept me on the edge of my seat, with my heart pounding with each turn of the page (swipe of my iPad screen….lol). I CAN NOT WAIT for the next book in the series; as much as I loved and both hated Tanner, I have been in LOVE with Gabriel a/k/a FRAUD, since I read the prequel to this book. **NOTE** The prequel has been included in the first chapters of this book, so no worries.
If you enjoy love/hate romance, with a serious alpha male bully and a heroine who gives as good as she gets, then this should positively be your next MUST READ!!
Treachery was intense and riveting!
Tanner and the rest of the Inferno men are wealthy and conniving men who do favors for people and then at some point call in that favor. They are tactical and thorough in their plans and strategic in who they grant these favors and ruthless when they call in the debt.
Luca, unfortunately, has Tanners interest and he sets his sites on her.
Lily White’s stories are so unbelievably well written, the characters are loveable or you love to hate them, and as a reader you are caught up in the chaos and manipulation of her words.
I cannot wait to read Fraud!