Above all else, brilliant and career-driven journalist, Jess Rivers, can never resist chasing a good story. Now, she’s on a mission to uncover the secrets of one of the world’s most private billionaires. Alexander Marc is alluring, enigmatic and incredibly guarded. Finding her way into his world will be challenging and she hopes that accepting the help of a stranger, a captivating woman with secrets of her own, will increase her chance of being successful in her clandestine pursuit of information. Almost instantly, things take a turn for the unusual, as she’s thrust into a life of mystery, eroticism, betrayal and schemes. Pulled between the demands of her career and her growing attraction for the bachelor she set out to deceive, Jess seeks clarity in the chaos that ensues. Ultimately, what she uncovers is more than Alexander’s secrets--she discovers earth-shattering truths that will change her life forever.
This book is intended for mature audiences. - Billionaire Romance - Mystery - Slow Burn - Plot Heavy - K!nk Scenes and D / s Dynamic - Growth & Transformation
Please be advised this book contains themes and references that may be sensitive to certain - Death - Murder (The main characters are not involved in this) - Trauma - Sexual Assault & Harassment (The main characters are not involved in this) - Panic Attacks - Explicit Language
3.5⭐️⭐️⭐️ Drew me in within the first couple chapters. I was very curious to see what was going to happen and develop between the main characters.
“I hate to think she could be on to something in suggesting I become some temptress who lures a man into vulnerability, only to burn his trust with the movement of my pen against paper.” Loved this line!
I loved Alex so much… until I didn’t 😆
I wish there was more development between the two main characters. I enjoyed their interactions but it was difficult for me to believe that they fell in love so fast and her calling him her soulmate. I kinda felt like the feelings were rushed with what little interactions they had & how quick she “fell”. Although there was a twist at the end, which did surprise me, it still was a little anticlimactic for me in the end. I enjoyed her finding her confidence & I really liked Alex’s character.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
**thank you A.M. Darling for the opportunity to read your ARC**
I absolutely LOVED this book!
Alexander Marc is so secretive, so guarded and it helps enhance the character of Jess who is so driven in her career. They make the perfect pair and couldn’t get enough!
BUT THAT PLOT TWIST THO!!!! I did not even think to see that coming!
When should I expect book two? Because I NEED!!!!!
Red Souls is a great start to the trilogy. Mysterious billionaire meets journalist, and the story takes off from there. I loved the development of the storyline. There were turns I was expecting and twists that completely shocked me. I typically don't like books that leave you on a MAJOR cliffhanger, but man I'm ready for book 2.
The title of this book by A. M. Darling was copied from a book copyrighted and published in 2018.
Susan F Banks has published 3 books in her Red Souls Trilogy since 2018. The first book was titled: Red Souls It and the original Red Souls Trilogy are available on amazon.com.
A. M. Darling should have researched titles before she published.
Well Paced! Saucy Sexy Scenes and a Dreamy Lead! Was totally not expecting the double twist in the end. This was AM Darling's debut work and Im more than ready to see what book 2 has in store!!! - Praline Roux