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The Rossi Legacies #4
Skyla Rossi: A Game of Deception and Lies
When fate conspires against them, Skyla and Royce find their love tested amidst the looming threat of growing danger and the sinister forces that lurk in the shadows, growing ever stronger.
When envy rears its ugly head, breaking what is left of the fragile threads that bound the sacred bond between brothers, Royce is forced to embark upon a journey he has postponed for far too long. After all, it is up to him to protect those whom he loves.
The arrival of the Blood Moon tears the couple apart in the face of shocking revelations that send Skyla on a downward spiral, one brought on by helplessness and guilt.
Will Skyla be able to save those around her and fulfil the destiny written for her? Will she be able to stop herself from hurting her loved ones? Will Royce be able to guide her from the darkness that engulfs her before it's too late?
When all is revealed, will their love survive? Or will the reality of the dark truths of their families' pasts, mixed with their own pain, prove that an Arden and a Rossi can never be? In this game of Deception and Lies, who will win? A God of Darkness who is growing stronger every day or the couple that could become a true force to be reckoned with?
When envy rears its ugly head, breaking what is left of the fragile threads that bound the sacred bond between brothers, Royce is forced to embark upon a journey he has postponed for far too long. After all, it is up to him to protect those whom he loves.
The arrival of the Blood Moon tears the couple apart in the face of shocking revelations that send Skyla on a downward spiral, one brought on by helplessness and guilt.
Will Skyla be able to save those around her and fulfil the destiny written for her? Will she be able to stop herself from hurting her loved ones? Will Royce be able to guide her from the darkness that engulfs her before it's too late?
When all is revealed, will their love survive? Or will the reality of the dark truths of their families' pasts, mixed with their own pain, prove that an Arden and a Rossi can never be? In this game of Deception and Lies, who will win? A God of Darkness who is growing stronger every day or the couple that could become a true force to be reckoned with?
478 pages, Kindle Edition
Published February 29, 2024
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April 8, 2024
unputdownable!!!
Skyla Rossi a Game of Deception and Lies
The Rossi Legacies book four
Moonlight Muse
Stars: ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️⭐️
Spice: 🌶️🌶️
Time read: 8 hours
HFN
* MY REVIEW MAY CONTAIN SPOILERS!
* ALWAYS READ TRIGGER WARNINGS!
Tropes/tags:
Shifter: Lycan, werewolf
Fated mates
OM drama
Love triangle
Forbidden
Student/teacher
Strong FMC
age gap -7 years
Skyla Rossi-18, lycan, daughter of the Lycan King Alejandro
Aleric & Royce Arden-25, one fated and one chosen. One lightness, one darkness.
Skyla Rossi, book four, picks up right where book three left off! Thank G0d for that! The cliffhanger from the last book left me in tears. Skyla is back trying to navigate her new world in this game of deception. This book truly shows how strong she is. All the Rossi women are though!
Breathtakingly and heartbreakingly beautiful! Muse is an absolute goddess when it comes to storytelling. You do not want to miss this series! Muse has me gasping, raging, crying, and laughing all in the same book. She is able to create characters we will absolutely, without a doubt, either fall in love with, or HATE with every fiber of our being. She creates stories that are fluffy enough to make the characters love able, but dark enough to keep my attention (I tend to get bored at the lovely dovey cookie cutter sweet stuff.) Every single one of her books are filled with drama, action, smut, strong females, anguish, and banter for daysss. They are all of these things and yet funny as h3ll too!
Guys, please know that if I had to spend money on books from one author only for the rest of my life, I would buy from Muse 1,000x over! Most of what I read is on kindle unlimited, but Muse is one author I will buy everything she writes. Very few authors can compete with her work.
This is NOT a standalone but will end with a HFN. It is part of a series and is best enjoyed in order, however if you chose to you COULD start with The Rossi legacies book one and skip their parents, The Alpha series. I do HIGHLY RECOMMEND you read that series first though!
Skyla Rossi a Game of Deception and Lies
The Rossi Legacies book four
Moonlight Muse
Stars: ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️⭐️
Spice: 🌶️🌶️
Time read: 8 hours
HFN
* MY REVIEW MAY CONTAIN SPOILERS!
* ALWAYS READ TRIGGER WARNINGS!
Tropes/tags:
Shifter: Lycan, werewolf
Fated mates
OM drama
Love triangle
Forbidden
Student/teacher
Strong FMC
age gap -7 years
Skyla Rossi-18, lycan, daughter of the Lycan King Alejandro
Aleric & Royce Arden-25, one fated and one chosen. One lightness, one darkness.
Skyla Rossi, book four, picks up right where book three left off! Thank G0d for that! The cliffhanger from the last book left me in tears. Skyla is back trying to navigate her new world in this game of deception. This book truly shows how strong she is. All the Rossi women are though!
Breathtakingly and heartbreakingly beautiful! Muse is an absolute goddess when it comes to storytelling. You do not want to miss this series! Muse has me gasping, raging, crying, and laughing all in the same book. She is able to create characters we will absolutely, without a doubt, either fall in love with, or HATE with every fiber of our being. She creates stories that are fluffy enough to make the characters love able, but dark enough to keep my attention (I tend to get bored at the lovely dovey cookie cutter sweet stuff.) Every single one of her books are filled with drama, action, smut, strong females, anguish, and banter for daysss. They are all of these things and yet funny as h3ll too!
Guys, please know that if I had to spend money on books from one author only for the rest of my life, I would buy from Muse 1,000x over! Most of what I read is on kindle unlimited, but Muse is one author I will buy everything she writes. Very few authors can compete with her work.
This is NOT a standalone but will end with a HFN. It is part of a series and is best enjoyed in order, however if you chose to you COULD start with The Rossi legacies book one and skip their parents, The Alpha series. I do HIGHLY RECOMMEND you read that series first though!
April 12, 2024
I loved this book
I loved this book. I keep reading this series from beginning to end. Her sky and Royce have one of my favorites books.
I loved this book. I keep reading this series from beginning to end. Her sky and Royce have one of my favorites books.
February 19, 2026
A Blood Moon, a forced command, and a choice between life and family.
The Rossi family drama reaches a breaking point in this second book for Skyla. If you thought the previous generations had it hard, Skyla’s journey is a haunting look at how "fated mates" can sometimes be a curse rather than a blessing.
The Plot
The nightmare begins on the Blood Moon when Skyla is forced into a bond by her fated mate, Aleric. Using a command, Aleric strips her of her agency, intending to use her as a weapon against her own family. The stakes become unbearable when Aleric commands Skyla to kill her own father, Alejandro.
To prevent herself from committing the unthinkable, Skyla is driven to a suicide attempt—choosing to end her own life rather than hurt the father she loves. Meanwhile, Royce Rossi—Aleric’s twin brother—is in a desperate race to save her and win her back from his brother’s dark obsession.
What I Loved:
The Twin Dynamic: Having Royce and Aleric as twin brothers adds a layer of "Deception and Lies" that is gut-wrenching. One brother is her protector, while the other is her captor.
Skyla’s Sacrifice: Her willingness to die to protect Alejandro shows just how much she inherited her parents' strength and loyalty. It was a very heavy, emotional scene that stayed with me.
The "Command" Stakes: The use of the Alpha/Mate command in such a villainous way by Aleric made the conflict feel truly dangerous.
Royce’s Devotion: Watching Royce fight against his own flesh and blood to save Skyla makes him a standout hero in the Rossi lineage.
My Honest Thoughts:
Very Dark Themes: This book deals with forced bonds and self-harm, so it is a much heavier read than some of the earlier books. However, it fits the "dark shifter" world Moonlight Muse has built.
Family Loyalty: The bond between Skyla and Alejandro remains the heart of the story, even in the middle of all the chaos.
The Tropes:
🐺 Dark Fated Mates / Forced Bond
♊ Twin Brothers (Hero vs. Villain)
🌑 Blood Moon Ritual
🛡️ Ultimate Sacrifice / Family Protection
🔥 High-Stakes Betrayal
Final Thoughts: This is an intense, emotional rollercoaster. It’s a story about the darker side of fate and the lengths a Rossi will go to for love and family. Not for the faint of heart, but a must-read for those following the legacy!
The Rossi family drama reaches a breaking point in this second book for Skyla. If you thought the previous generations had it hard, Skyla’s journey is a haunting look at how "fated mates" can sometimes be a curse rather than a blessing.
The Plot
The nightmare begins on the Blood Moon when Skyla is forced into a bond by her fated mate, Aleric. Using a command, Aleric strips her of her agency, intending to use her as a weapon against her own family. The stakes become unbearable when Aleric commands Skyla to kill her own father, Alejandro.
To prevent herself from committing the unthinkable, Skyla is driven to a suicide attempt—choosing to end her own life rather than hurt the father she loves. Meanwhile, Royce Rossi—Aleric’s twin brother—is in a desperate race to save her and win her back from his brother’s dark obsession.
What I Loved:
The Twin Dynamic: Having Royce and Aleric as twin brothers adds a layer of "Deception and Lies" that is gut-wrenching. One brother is her protector, while the other is her captor.
Skyla’s Sacrifice: Her willingness to die to protect Alejandro shows just how much she inherited her parents' strength and loyalty. It was a very heavy, emotional scene that stayed with me.
The "Command" Stakes: The use of the Alpha/Mate command in such a villainous way by Aleric made the conflict feel truly dangerous.
Royce’s Devotion: Watching Royce fight against his own flesh and blood to save Skyla makes him a standout hero in the Rossi lineage.
My Honest Thoughts:
Very Dark Themes: This book deals with forced bonds and self-harm, so it is a much heavier read than some of the earlier books. However, it fits the "dark shifter" world Moonlight Muse has built.
Family Loyalty: The bond between Skyla and Alejandro remains the heart of the story, even in the middle of all the chaos.
The Tropes:
🐺 Dark Fated Mates / Forced Bond
♊ Twin Brothers (Hero vs. Villain)
🌑 Blood Moon Ritual
🛡️ Ultimate Sacrifice / Family Protection
🔥 High-Stakes Betrayal
Final Thoughts: This is an intense, emotional rollercoaster. It’s a story about the darker side of fate and the lengths a Rossi will go to for love and family. Not for the faint of heart, but a must-read for those following the legacy!
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
March 3, 2024
Book 4 of The Rossi Legacies series and it's about Skyla's battle for her love, for herself against an enemy we didn't see before.
This book was more thrilling than the previous one, and even darker.
After she changed so much, she's now confidently using the wit and deception she was injected with before.
After realizing who she is, and has the confidence to choose who she really wants, she walks onto the battlefield to repay her debts.
But of course, she won't be alone. There will be her family and her mate, and they support her in any way they can.
I loved Royce's character so much, he was smart, kind, romantic and not arrogant at all. The perfect fit, if you ask me. A good boy with a very naughty side.
Aleric is a character you'd debate for a long time, and then you decide what he is worth...
This book has a huge fight scene and gives a glimpse of some future main character's style. And let me tell you, you will love it!
There will be loss, deception, many many lies but what still remains is the love the Royal family have for one another.
Sky's a really misunderstood character, you need to give her a chance to tell her story.
This book was more thrilling than the previous one, and even darker.
After she changed so much, she's now confidently using the wit and deception she was injected with before.
After realizing who she is, and has the confidence to choose who she really wants, she walks onto the battlefield to repay her debts.
But of course, she won't be alone. There will be her family and her mate, and they support her in any way they can.
I loved Royce's character so much, he was smart, kind, romantic and not arrogant at all. The perfect fit, if you ask me. A good boy with a very naughty side.
Aleric is a character you'd debate for a long time, and then you decide what he is worth...
This book has a huge fight scene and gives a glimpse of some future main character's style. And let me tell you, you will love it!
There will be loss, deception, many many lies but what still remains is the love the Royal family have for one another.
Sky's a really misunderstood character, you need to give her a chance to tell her story.
September 15, 2025
⭐️’s - 5/5
🌶️’s - 3.5/5
Skyla Rossi: A Game of Deception and Lies is book 4 in The Rossi Legacies.
This starts off with incredible impact, captivating me from start to finish and leaving me astonished by the unexpected surprises that were revealed.
Skyla undergoes a remarkable transformation throughout the two books, evolving into a compassionate and beautiful woman while maintaining her sharp wit and sassy personality, and emerging stronger than ever after being forced to do things against her will.
Through trials, lies, loss, and betrayal, the Rossi's and Westwood's unbreakable bond and strength enable them to safeguard their loved ones and values amidst shifting alliances and revealed secrets.
To get the full experience, I highly recommend starting with book 1 of either The Rossi Legacies or The Alpha Series.
I highly recommend!🖤🖤
🌶️’s - 3.5/5
Skyla Rossi: A Game of Deception and Lies is book 4 in The Rossi Legacies.
This starts off with incredible impact, captivating me from start to finish and leaving me astonished by the unexpected surprises that were revealed.
Skyla undergoes a remarkable transformation throughout the two books, evolving into a compassionate and beautiful woman while maintaining her sharp wit and sassy personality, and emerging stronger than ever after being forced to do things against her will.
Through trials, lies, loss, and betrayal, the Rossi's and Westwood's unbreakable bond and strength enable them to safeguard their loved ones and values amidst shifting alliances and revealed secrets.
To get the full experience, I highly recommend starting with book 1 of either The Rossi Legacies or The Alpha Series.
I highly recommend!🖤🖤
February 29, 2024
This book never leaves you to catch your breath!
With the couple united every battle could be victorious. But fate strikes Sky hard as she finds her true mate. Tangled in an invincible battle against her own self, Skyla would turn against her own loved ones. Puppet to the hands of her worst enemy she finally breaks free and unleashes her true nature! The Goddess within her.
The battle they fight is so well described as you are a witness in it. The spice is scorching hot. Every word of this book, every detail is well taken care of.
This book is just perfection!!
With the couple united every battle could be victorious. But fate strikes Sky hard as she finds her true mate. Tangled in an invincible battle against her own self, Skyla would turn against her own loved ones. Puppet to the hands of her worst enemy she finally breaks free and unleashes her true nature! The Goddess within her.
The battle they fight is so well described as you are a witness in it. The spice is scorching hot. Every word of this book, every detail is well taken care of.
This book is just perfection!!
May 8, 2024
Muse Does It Again!
I loved Skyla in this book! Skyla & Royce do not disappoint in this book! Muse…I don’t know how you keep doing it again and again but I’m in love with this book too. You know how to bring our favorite characters back into the fold.
Spoiler alert….
I was really hoping they would have brought back Chris! So broken hearted for Ri, Heaven, & Tatum! Pulled at my heart strings!
Then when Skyla tried to sacrifice herself, it brought me to tears!
Can’t wait to read her twin’s book now!!
I loved Skyla in this book! Skyla & Royce do not disappoint in this book! Muse…I don’t know how you keep doing it again and again but I’m in love with this book too. You know how to bring our favorite characters back into the fold.
Spoiler alert….
I was really hoping they would have brought back Chris! So broken hearted for Ri, Heaven, & Tatum! Pulled at my heart strings!
Then when Skyla tried to sacrifice herself, it brought me to tears!
Can’t wait to read her twin’s book now!!
February 21, 2026
I am so glad that book 2 was finished when I finished book 1, because I couldn't stop reading.
Fate is trying to tear apart Sky and Royce but their love is strong and the things they go through to bet all odds was a ride I absolutely loved.
You get alot of great writing in these books and of course all the feels. There were parts I was so happy about, then then were some emotional parts that ripped my heart out. BUT I still couldn't stop and I am loving this series more and more as it continues.
Fate is trying to tear apart Sky and Royce but their love is strong and the things they go through to bet all odds was a ride I absolutely loved.
You get alot of great writing in these books and of course all the feels. There were parts I was so happy about, then then were some emotional parts that ripped my heart out. BUT I still couldn't stop and I am loving this series more and more as it continues.
February 29, 2024
Book 2 of this duet packs so much punch. Royce comes into his own as King and never stops fighting for his true love. Sky learns that Moon Goddess doesn't always get it right. This book is such a journey for both Sky and Royce. Sky's personal growth from the hot mess express she was at the beginning of book one to the Alpha Queen she is at the end is something to behold. And every, single woman on the planet needs a guy to love them like Royce loves Sky. 10 stars!
May 15, 2024
There’s no other way to put it. Author Muse keeps you captivated throughout the whole book. The whole series. I love the inner character dialogue, it makes you love and hate each character. A huge twist in the plot, killing off a mate, but it again adds to the anticipation of retaliation. If you have not read any of Author Moonlight Muses’ books, you are missing out on a world of fantasy that takes your mind away from the present.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
February 14, 2026
This book has one of the best character development I've ever read. The FMC went from hating herself and thinking she didn't need her family to finding her worth and coming to the realization that her family is part of her strength.
The story also shows that mate bonds don't always dictate how you feel about that other person and who you love the most, which is super rare in werewolf stories.
Triggers: sụıcıde attempt
The story also shows that mate bonds don't always dictate how you feel about that other person and who you love the most, which is super rare in werewolf stories.
Triggers: sụıcıde attempt
February 19, 2026
I'm currently rereading the book and am falling in love with Royce with each chapter.He is such an amazing lover and I feel Sky is so lucky.
Sky is such an amazing Twin and person. Her interactions with the quints was heartwarming . Her love for Malevolent is beautiful... she is so vulnerable but shows herself differently.
Ric is irritating from the beginning .. such a cunning Arden..
I loved the interactions between Al and Royce.
Sky is such an amazing Twin and person. Her interactions with the quints was heartwarming . Her love for Malevolent is beautiful... she is so vulnerable but shows herself differently.
Ric is irritating from the beginning .. such a cunning Arden..
I loved the interactions between Al and Royce.
March 10, 2026
Breath stealing conclusion to Skyla and Royce's story. After taking and marking each other as chosen mates, Skyla then finds out she and Aleric are fated mates. And Aleric is working for the big bad and has Skyla under his thrall. Skyla's family manages to capture her and keep her as settled as they can, but can they really beat Aleric and this threat from Gods they never even knew existed? Read to find out.
February 15, 2026
Amazing!
Part 2 of Skylas book is a must! Skyla finds herself entangled in a web of lies that threaten not just her heart, but her trust in those closest to her. Muse writing keeps you turning the pages and loosing sleep. Strong female lead with a male that will stand by her no matter what!
Part 2 of Skylas book is a must! Skyla finds herself entangled in a web of lies that threaten not just her heart, but her trust in those closest to her. Muse writing keeps you turning the pages and loosing sleep. Strong female lead with a male that will stand by her no matter what!
January 10, 2026
Book 2 of Skyla's story picks up where the heart-stopping cliffhanger of Book 1 of her story left off. This book was an intense emotional rollercoaster. It made me laugh, cry, growl and kept me on edge. I love this world and characters that Muse has created and recommend her books wholeheartedly.
February 14, 2026
such a satisfying end to this duo! (not really end, but for their 2 books lol) so much growth in Skyla im so proud of her! Royce is just the dream guy I swear! Gentlemen to his lady in public and spicy man in private 🤭
January 31, 2024
Ahhh Skyla! Our lil lucifer! She’s a fire cracker and I love it! Welcome to her crazy world! Be ready for a journey into the importance of love and acceptance! With some spice thrown in!
February 1, 2024
The Adrian twins ... fire and ice and lucifer....
So many easter eggs in this story, so pour yourself self a big glass of Wine, grab the tissue box. And read away.
So many easter eggs in this story, so pour yourself self a big glass of Wine, grab the tissue box. And read away.
February 15, 2024
I got captivated by Sky and her story!
February 29, 2024
amazing
Like all books from this author, this has been another masterpiece. I would love to see these books as part of a tv series.
Like all books from this author, this has been another masterpiece. I would love to see these books as part of a tv series.
March 8, 2024
A goddess in her own right
Skyla has continued to impress me with every chapter that was written. Seeing her go from her absolute lowest to totally self assured is what I live for
Skyla has continued to impress me with every chapter that was written. Seeing her go from her absolute lowest to totally self assured is what I live for
January 5, 2025
Skyla is a spunky ball of fun times! Royce is the complete opposite but that is what makes them a power couple! Loved reading their journey to each other!
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February 12, 2025Amazing, there were so many twists and turns I had no idea what was going to happen I loved it
February 12, 2025
So so good! If you’re a fan of Moonlight Muse, then what are you waiting for? Highly recommend 💖
March 20, 2025
Amazing
I loved this book and could not put it down. I loved the twists and the turns and all the characters I love this world can’t wait for more in this series.
I loved this book and could not put it down. I loved the twists and the turns and all the characters I love this world can’t wait for more in this series.
January 16, 2026
I love IT! so many hard scenes and heartbreaking moments but worth it to read thru! Emotional rollercoaster!
February 12, 2026
A misunderstood heroine and very important to read when continuing the series. Love MM's books and this series.
February 18, 2026
Couldn’t wait to continue this book it beat all expectations!!! What a QUEEN!!!!! Absolutely love her! Incredible writing!
February 19, 2026
Skyla definitely has her unique ways.
February 27, 2026
I love Skyla. She is more relatable of the twins for me. I love her attitude.
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