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Heirs of Braidwood #1
Buried Betrayal
Betray me once, shame on you…
My last name ensured the town owned me from the day I was born. I always expected to come back to Braidwood after being forced to leave.
But that all changed once they betrayed me.
Elias.
River.
Weston.
My childhood defined in three names. Names that had once been the anchors of my sanity, names that I sometimes couldn’t stand. But now they’re a leverage for my freedom.
I made a deal with a different devil to repay what they did to me, and my plan was slowly falling into place.
Until the boys of my past found me and made a plan of their own that dragged me back home.
Now, I’m spending my senior year at Braidwood University while barely surviving the life attempting to swallow me whole. The boys I once leaned on, stare at me with suspicion and anger from the past, and our families want nothing more than to bend me to their will.
Soon, none of it will matter. I’m taking them all down. And when I do, I’ll leave this city behind forever.
*Buried Betrayal is book one in the series and ends in a cliffhanger. It is a dark childhood friends to enemies, why choose romance where the main female has more than one love interest, and all characters are in their twenties.*
My last name ensured the town owned me from the day I was born. I always expected to come back to Braidwood after being forced to leave.
But that all changed once they betrayed me.
Elias.
River.
Weston.
My childhood defined in three names. Names that had once been the anchors of my sanity, names that I sometimes couldn’t stand. But now they’re a leverage for my freedom.
I made a deal with a different devil to repay what they did to me, and my plan was slowly falling into place.
Until the boys of my past found me and made a plan of their own that dragged me back home.
Now, I’m spending my senior year at Braidwood University while barely surviving the life attempting to swallow me whole. The boys I once leaned on, stare at me with suspicion and anger from the past, and our families want nothing more than to bend me to their will.
Soon, none of it will matter. I’m taking them all down. And when I do, I’ll leave this city behind forever.
*Buried Betrayal is book one in the series and ends in a cliffhanger. It is a dark childhood friends to enemies, why choose romance where the main female has more than one love interest, and all characters are in their twenties.*
360 pages, Paperback
Published March 6, 2024
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Kay Riley
17 books383 followersKay Riley writes dark contemporary and paranormal romance. She loves writing feisty, strong heroines, and keeps things interesting with unexpected twists. Kay grew up in the Midwest but has lived in some amazing places, including Japan.
When she's not writing, she is spending time with her husband and kids. She loves cats, coffee, reading, and her guilty pleasure is watching reality shows.
When she's not writing, she is spending time with her husband and kids. She loves cats, coffee, reading, and her guilty pleasure is watching reality shows.
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April 21, 2024
3.5 but rounding up.
So this is a stereotypical trope-filled RH story. I’ve read this plot many times, and it’s usually pretty predictable. I don’t necessarily mind reading another one if it’s decently written.
This one is decent. It isn’t great, but after several disappointments lately, it was a happy find.
Your typical ‘founding families of a made up U.S. city where there’s multiple guy heirs and one girl heir.’ This theme has been done ad nauseum, and yet we still read them. They are pretty formulaic by now, but then, so are most RH series. And for me, if I still enjoy the story, I don’t mind. The name of the city, though, it sounds pretty hoakey. Braidwood. Not sure why, but it makes me inwardly snicker each time I see the word.
So far I’ve enjoyed the story, although it isn’t perfect.
The MFC is of course your typical cliche heiress who has become badass and hell bent on revenge. I’m really not into these types, especially because they always seem to know how to best everyone with their amazing skills at everything. Kat is pretty meh, but she has her reasons for doing what she does, and she is tolerable. Normally I can’t stand the MFC, and sometimes she teeters on the precipice of my dislike. I’ll see how she grows in the next book.
The guys are pretty typical for heirs of the families. Eli and West are very similar, but I’ll give them a pass as they’re been best friends for ages and do everything together. I think I like River the best, maybe because he’s notably different than the other two.
I will also add that it’s kind of nice not to have a cliche mean queen bee. In fact, there really aren’t many sidekicks or school enemies. It’s more focused on the families and Kat trying to bring them down. Classes are barely mentioned, and I don’t even know what anyone is majoring in. Because college is definitely not the focus even though it’s part of the setting. Basketball definitely is, though.
Thankfully whoever did the editing knew how to edit. There were a few grammatical errors, but nothing major or really noticeable. I always appreciate that.
I’m also glad there weren’t dozens of chapters devoted to sex. Smut is fine, but I like plots over sexy times, and this one seemed to have a good balance.
Overall, it’s a decent read, even if cliche and predictable. I’ll be reading the next book without dread. Always a good sign!
So this is a stereotypical trope-filled RH story. I’ve read this plot many times, and it’s usually pretty predictable. I don’t necessarily mind reading another one if it’s decently written.
This one is decent. It isn’t great, but after several disappointments lately, it was a happy find.
Your typical ‘founding families of a made up U.S. city where there’s multiple guy heirs and one girl heir.’ This theme has been done ad nauseum, and yet we still read them. They are pretty formulaic by now, but then, so are most RH series. And for me, if I still enjoy the story, I don’t mind. The name of the city, though, it sounds pretty hoakey. Braidwood. Not sure why, but it makes me inwardly snicker each time I see the word.
So far I’ve enjoyed the story, although it isn’t perfect.
The MFC is of course your typical cliche heiress who has become badass and hell bent on revenge. I’m really not into these types, especially because they always seem to know how to best everyone with their amazing skills at everything. Kat is pretty meh, but she has her reasons for doing what she does, and she is tolerable. Normally I can’t stand the MFC, and sometimes she teeters on the precipice of my dislike. I’ll see how she grows in the next book.
The guys are pretty typical for heirs of the families. Eli and West are very similar, but I’ll give them a pass as they’re been best friends for ages and do everything together. I think I like River the best, maybe because he’s notably different than the other two.
I will also add that it’s kind of nice not to have a cliche mean queen bee. In fact, there really aren’t many sidekicks or school enemies. It’s more focused on the families and Kat trying to bring them down. Classes are barely mentioned, and I don’t even know what anyone is majoring in. Because college is definitely not the focus even though it’s part of the setting. Basketball definitely is, though.
Thankfully whoever did the editing knew how to edit. There were a few grammatical errors, but nothing major or really noticeable. I always appreciate that.
I’m also glad there weren’t dozens of chapters devoted to sex. Smut is fine, but I like plots over sexy times, and this one seemed to have a good balance.
Overall, it’s a decent read, even if cliche and predictable. I’ll be reading the next book without dread. Always a good sign!
August 4, 2022
Kay Riley never misses to keep me at the edge of my seat while reading her books.
Tigger warnings: abusive parent
What to expect: reverse harem, childhood best friends to enemies to something to lovers, dark themes, a lot of secrets
I really liked the beginning of this new series. It dives into why a lot in a short amount of time, and still there's so much more to discover.
I loved the boys. If I had to choose, I would pick Elias. He's my favorite kind of hero. Even though all of them have gone through so much in the past, he seems the most interesting. I liked his tattoos and of course the pining.
I liked all the dynamics between the heroes and the heroine, and even the boys between themselves. I can't wait to read the next installment and see what happens.
Tigger warnings: abusive parent
What to expect: reverse harem, childhood best friends to enemies to something to lovers, dark themes, a lot of secrets
I really liked the beginning of this new series. It dives into why a lot in a short amount of time, and still there's so much more to discover.
I loved the boys. If I had to choose, I would pick Elias. He's my favorite kind of hero. Even though all of them have gone through so much in the past, he seems the most interesting. I liked his tattoos and of course the pining.
I liked all the dynamics between the heroes and the heroine, and even the boys between themselves. I can't wait to read the next installment and see what happens.
August 8, 2022
More please
Hooked from the start, I couldn't put this down. If you're looking for a strong FMC with a side of crazy then this is for you.
The secrets and twists and turns kept me on the edge of my seat and I can't wait for the next book.
Amazing job Kay!!
Hooked from the start, I couldn't put this down. If you're looking for a strong FMC with a side of crazy then this is for you.
The secrets and twists and turns kept me on the edge of my seat and I can't wait for the next book.
Amazing job Kay!!
August 6, 2022
I absolutely loved this book and everything about it. The characters were written so incredibly well, and I loved their story line. The spice is on par!! Can’t wait to read the next book.
August 9, 2022
I'm so mad at the cliff but KAY DOES IT AGAIN.
Childhood friends with a crush on her. Fast forward to the future and betrayal, deceit, lies, hatred, and desire have these 4 struggling to find their footing.
Plus shitty parents????
Blairwood is shaping up to be explosive.
I am interested to see what secrets are lurking in the dark.
Kay does phenomenal with these stories.
Childhood friends with a crush on her. Fast forward to the future and betrayal, deceit, lies, hatred, and desire have these 4 struggling to find their footing.
Plus shitty parents????
Blairwood is shaping up to be explosive.
I am interested to see what secrets are lurking in the dark.
Kay does phenomenal with these stories.
July 17, 2022
OMG was given the chance to get an ARC this book did not disappoint. Im so wanting kat and the boys to sort it out and be together. I hope they all pull together against the adults. I’m thinking rivers dad is the leader of the reapers and the girl he’s helping maybe his sister. Can’t wait for the next book, I couldn’t put this book down every spare minute I r had I’ve been reading this book.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
July 19, 2022
Katalina, West, Eli and River were best friends growing up. Each being from one of the four families that run the city, they could only rely on each other. Katalina got sent away at 13 after witnessing something she shouldn’t have. Now it’s their senior year of college and she is back looking for revenge and a way out for good.
West and Eli are the only two that stayed in town and they are trying to figure out what Kat and River are each up to. The four don’t trust each other and are all keeping secrets. The problem is secrets can’t always stay hidden.
An amazing story about friendships, family, and trust. It ends in a cliffhanger and can’t wait to see what everyone is hiding.
West and Eli are the only two that stayed in town and they are trying to figure out what Kat and River are each up to. The four don’t trust each other and are all keeping secrets. The problem is secrets can’t always stay hidden.
An amazing story about friendships, family, and trust. It ends in a cliffhanger and can’t wait to see what everyone is hiding.
August 5, 2022
amazing debut RH
ARC review: Releases 8.5.22
This is a brand new series from Kay, and I was hooked and obsessed! It’s also Kay’s first venture into RH, and oh my goodness the tension was soooo good! Katalina, Elias, Weston and River were best friends as their parents ruled the city. Basketball was their release, and they were inseparable until Kat was shipped away.
One by one, the betrayals, lies and deceits where revealed and it was super good and addictive. There are many layers that were revealed, and with this being a three book series, I have a feeling we have only touched the surface.
The town of Briarwood is ruled by four families, and they will do ANYTHING to conquer all. The strict limits the parents put on Kat, River, Eli and West are ridiculous, but that last meeting with the fathers takes the cake. Haha come on parents, tell them they can’t, you know they will only want it more, and what they all want, is Kat.
Their connection is definitely there despite the betrayals between them. A true enemies to lovers, which the prior friendship connection. I would definitely say River’s betrayals are the worst, but if the hunch I have is true (I’m not telling you, read for yourself) it might ease the stings of the betrayals a little. However, the ending….. my goodness I need to know now!!! Oh and can we just get rid of William…. Thanks.
I would 100% recommend this book, it’s the start of the series of 3 books, set to be quick released series. I can see these 4 heating up to some series spicy action!
⚠️ ass@ult, abu$e and murd€r ⚠️
ARC review: Releases 8.5.22
This is a brand new series from Kay, and I was hooked and obsessed! It’s also Kay’s first venture into RH, and oh my goodness the tension was soooo good! Katalina, Elias, Weston and River were best friends as their parents ruled the city. Basketball was their release, and they were inseparable until Kat was shipped away.
One by one, the betrayals, lies and deceits where revealed and it was super good and addictive. There are many layers that were revealed, and with this being a three book series, I have a feeling we have only touched the surface.
The town of Briarwood is ruled by four families, and they will do ANYTHING to conquer all. The strict limits the parents put on Kat, River, Eli and West are ridiculous, but that last meeting with the fathers takes the cake. Haha come on parents, tell them they can’t, you know they will only want it more, and what they all want, is Kat.
Their connection is definitely there despite the betrayals between them. A true enemies to lovers, which the prior friendship connection. I would definitely say River’s betrayals are the worst, but if the hunch I have is true (I’m not telling you, read for yourself) it might ease the stings of the betrayals a little. However, the ending….. my goodness I need to know now!!! Oh and can we just get rid of William…. Thanks.
I would 100% recommend this book, it’s the start of the series of 3 books, set to be quick released series. I can see these 4 heating up to some series spicy action!
⚠️ ass@ult, abu$e and murd€r ⚠️
August 23, 2022
I came here from Tiktok based off one spicy quote, and honestly didn't have the highest expectations. (The out of context Tiktok quotes have not been serving me well recently.)
This book is great! Yes, it's as tropey as any other college bully/RH/semi-mafia book out there, but I think the characters are pretty unique despite that. The FMC is fantastic...she is tall (5'9", I think it said) and a college athlete, with muscles and purple hair, who has some self-defense training and is attempting some pretty big family stuff. Way different than the standard tiny blonde "I'm so smol!" FMC you find in most college romances. The MMCs are a little more standard, but the way the FMC plays them off each other is entertaining.
Despite the spicy quote, this is mostly plot-driven and not spice driven. Because nobody actually likes each other yet in this book, there was only a few spice scenes (although they're good!), and no group scenes. Speaking of the latter...I'm not really getting the vibe that there will be any sword-crossing in this dynamic, which is a shame because I really love that in a RH.
You have to suspend disbelief for some of the plot lines (you're telling me a network of family empires/rulers has a policy of just stepping aside whenever their kids graduate as some idiot early 20-somethings fresh out of college? Please. Nobody would ever give up such power at the peak of their own lives, and to such unqualified candidates.) as with any novel, but this was an entertaining read and I'm really excited to see that the next book comes out in a little bit.
This book is great! Yes, it's as tropey as any other college bully/RH/semi-mafia book out there, but I think the characters are pretty unique despite that. The FMC is fantastic...she is tall (5'9", I think it said) and a college athlete, with muscles and purple hair, who has some self-defense training and is attempting some pretty big family stuff. Way different than the standard tiny blonde "I'm so smol!" FMC you find in most college romances. The MMCs are a little more standard, but the way the FMC plays them off each other is entertaining.
Despite the spicy quote, this is mostly plot-driven and not spice driven. Because nobody actually likes each other yet in this book, there was only a few spice scenes (although they're good!), and no group scenes. Speaking of the latter...I'm not really getting the vibe that there will be any sword-crossing in this dynamic, which is a shame because I really love that in a RH.
You have to suspend disbelief for some of the plot lines (you're telling me a network of family empires/rulers has a policy of just stepping aside whenever their kids graduate as some idiot early 20-somethings fresh out of college? Please. Nobody would ever give up such power at the peak of their own lives, and to such unqualified candidates.) as with any novel, but this was an entertaining read and I'm really excited to see that the next book comes out in a little bit.
July 20, 2022
The first installment in the Heirs of Briadwood series sets up a twisted world of lies and deceit. The four founding families of Briadwood are respected and feared through out the city. Katalina, Elias, Weston and River are the children of the current family heads. There’s a lot of truth bombs and half truths throughout Buried Betrayal. The cliffy…. 😮🤬
Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Buried Betrayal sets up a solid foundation to Kat’s story. The dynamics within the four founding families and their “traditions” are well defined. Kat is an interesting FMC. She struggles with toeing the line within a male dominated world. With good reason, Kat does not trust anyone - including the guys.
The guys - Eli is broody. He’s clearly in love with Kat but you know stubborn alpha males have to make things difficult. Weston - well he spends a lot of time thinking with the wrong head 🤭. River…. I am here for all things River. He’s done some dumb things, but the heart eyes he has for Kat… 🥰🥰🥰. Let’s hope they all get their heads out of the butts and join team Kat.
Overall - solid start. I’m looking forward to seeing how the story progresses in book two!
Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Buried Betrayal sets up a solid foundation to Kat’s story. The dynamics within the four founding families and their “traditions” are well defined. Kat is an interesting FMC. She struggles with toeing the line within a male dominated world. With good reason, Kat does not trust anyone - including the guys.
The guys - Eli is broody. He’s clearly in love with Kat but you know stubborn alpha males have to make things difficult. Weston - well he spends a lot of time thinking with the wrong head 🤭. River…. I am here for all things River. He’s done some dumb things, but the heart eyes he has for Kat… 🥰🥰🥰. Let’s hope they all get their heads out of the butts and join team Kat.
Overall - solid start. I’m looking forward to seeing how the story progresses in book two!
April 16, 2024
Kat has had a hard childhood. Her mother was zoned out on prescription pills most of the time and her stepfather was cruel and abusive to her but her three friends Weston, River, and Elias always tried to protect her. When she is forced into a boarding school at 13 and not allowed to return home at all, her friendship with the boys sours. During college she is forced back home and she it’s not happy about it. Neither are her friends.
This is an extremely convoluted plot with many characters having secret motivations and agendas that they are not revealing to everyone. There are a lot of characters but I did not have a hard time telling the difference between them. In fact this is such an intricate plot it feels like an extremely well written soap opera. I have to hand it Riley. She can create an amazing plot with very relatable characters that I am just rooting for.
There is quite a bit of violence and torture. There is also a lot of sex. In fact I think this is the most creative group of college kids who have figured out a million ways to have sex without actually having intercourse. I am astounded.
R- violence. Sex. Language. Torture. Murder. Drug abuse.
This is an extremely convoluted plot with many characters having secret motivations and agendas that they are not revealing to everyone. There are a lot of characters but I did not have a hard time telling the difference between them. In fact this is such an intricate plot it feels like an extremely well written soap opera. I have to hand it Riley. She can create an amazing plot with very relatable characters that I am just rooting for.
There is quite a bit of violence and torture. There is also a lot of sex. In fact I think this is the most creative group of college kids who have figured out a million ways to have sex without actually having intercourse. I am astounded.
R- violence. Sex. Language. Torture. Murder. Drug abuse.
February 23, 2024
The sequencing of this book is terrible. There is seemingly no flow to this book. It just seems like scene after scene after scene and it is not because of the multiple main characters and how their pov's are split up. I also feel like their problems and conflicts could easily be resolved if they weren't so hot headed and set in their ways. It would have also solved a lot of problems if they just killed their parents and if they were all collectively smarter. I thought that I would be able to finish the series despite not liking it because I wanted to know how everything played out, but at 60% through the second, I have decided that it is not worth it. I don't even think this series could be classified as romance because there is only one romantic thing done by the three love interests and it is only mentioned in the second book. There isn't even enough build up between the characters for it to be considered good. I don't think this series is worth the time it takes to read it. I was going to give this book three stars, but it doesn't even seem to fit my qualifications for a three star book so it is a two star book to me.
July 19, 2022
I have been a fan and read all of Kay’s books since the first book in the Suncrest series. I was super excited to be getting back into the same world as Suncrest cuz I am a die hard Ky lover!!! This is her first RH and boy did she nail the slow burn friends to enemies to soon to be lovers!! I love how strong Kat was and boy are West, River and Eli just pure fire!!! The plot started to unfold towards the end and thrush’s started to be revealed. The plot kept me reading and wanting more.
That cliffhanger has me so ready to see what is going to happen to Kat and her harem! I also am patiently waiting for Kat to have her vengeance on a certain older gentleman, which I hope eventually happens!!! Even though the boys are so mad at her I still like how they secretly don’t want anything bad to happen to Kat!
Well done Kay on the first RH!!! Ready to see what happens and I highly suggest everyone gives this book and chance and while you at it, check out her Suncrest Series too!!!
That cliffhanger has me so ready to see what is going to happen to Kat and her harem! I also am patiently waiting for Kat to have her vengeance on a certain older gentleman, which I hope eventually happens!!! Even though the boys are so mad at her I still like how they secretly don’t want anything bad to happen to Kat!
Well done Kay on the first RH!!! Ready to see what happens and I highly suggest everyone gives this book and chance and while you at it, check out her Suncrest Series too!!!
August 2, 2022
Okay so after reading this amazing book you would never know that this bad boy right here is the first RH book this author has written. I swear it must just come natural or something because she knocked it out of the park. This is a slow burn friends – enemies- lovers that will have you on the edge of your seat the entire read. This book give you that ache deep in your soul and that burn in your belly with need. Kat is such a baddie FMC and she is giving our fellas West, River and Eli a run for their money. The chemistry between them all is so explosive. Our guys really do put up a good front they may be completely piS&ed at Kat but they still protector her with everything they are. Kat is out for vengeance and I am dying to see her get it but there is more to this story then meets the eye and everything is slowly starting to unfold and then we are left with that cliffy that will have you begging for more because you need to know what the heck is going to pop off next.
August 6, 2022
I’ve been anticipating this book since Kay started posting about it. She did not disappoint. The minute I got home from work, I couldn’t stop reading it.
This book is about childhood friends turned enemies with lots of family drama. Kat, West, River and Eli grew up together. Kat had to leave and hasn’t returned home for many years. She technically didn’t even want to go home now either, but that’s besides the point. She has returned home and now has a lot of problems to deal with, but more importantly the boys that she left behind. The chemistry between their group is great. I can’t even pick a favorite guy because I love something about each one. The four of them are trying to work out their issues the best way they can, which nothing is easy for them. It’s a great read with so many twists and turns that will keep you guessing until the end… and then open up even more questions for you. I can’t wait until the next one.
This book is about childhood friends turned enemies with lots of family drama. Kat, West, River and Eli grew up together. Kat had to leave and hasn’t returned home for many years. She technically didn’t even want to go home now either, but that’s besides the point. She has returned home and now has a lot of problems to deal with, but more importantly the boys that she left behind. The chemistry between their group is great. I can’t even pick a favorite guy because I love something about each one. The four of them are trying to work out their issues the best way they can, which nothing is easy for them. It’s a great read with so many twists and turns that will keep you guessing until the end… and then open up even more questions for you. I can’t wait until the next one.
September 14, 2022
Oh my gosh! This is my first Kay Riley book and it is her first reverse harem and holy crap let me just say that I was so excited to receive an ARC of this book for review! She did such an amazing job with the enemies to soon to be lovers. This is definitely a slow burn but there were some spicy scenes in this book. I can’t wait to see what else she has in store for us in the rest of the series! I absolutely loved Kat as the MC. She is a strong, fierce MC who doesn’t take any crap from anyone and I love it! Her writing was amazing and It just kept me wanting more of the story. While I typically don’t like to read series until they are fully out, I am sooo glad that I read this one! There is a cliffhanger that just ugh is amazing and I CANNOT wait till the next book in the series is out. Definitely recommend this if reverse harems are your jam! Just a warning though, this is a dark romance so make sure to look up any trigger warnings before you read!
August 2, 2022
I love everything that Kay writes and Buried Betrayal is no different. Kat has been sent away and when she comes into contact with old friends, she does whatever she can to hide who she really is. Braidwood is a town of old money, old families, tradition, everything that Kat is wanting to stay away from. Her life gets turned upside down when she is discovered and drug back into the life she desperately wanted to stay away from as long as possible.
Kat is a strong FMC. She is confident in herself and knows what she wants and will do what she needs to do to get it. River, West, and Eli want to hate her, but have a hard time doing it. I love their tension.
There was never a dull moment and I could not put this down. That cliffy 😱😱😱 I've got some theories about some people. I cannot wait to see what happens next.
Kat is a strong FMC. She is confident in herself and knows what she wants and will do what she needs to do to get it. River, West, and Eli want to hate her, but have a hard time doing it. I love their tension.
There was never a dull moment and I could not put this down. That cliffy 😱😱😱 I've got some theories about some people. I cannot wait to see what happens next.
July 20, 2022
I can't wait for more!!!
Buried Betrayal is book #1 in the Heirs of Braidwood series. Its a dark, childhood friends to enemies, reverse harem.
Kay Riley has written an AMAZING reverse harem!! I can't believe this is her first one!
I love Kat!! She has been treated like crap during her childhood, and then was sent away from her friends and family. Now that she is all grown up, she refuses to just take it and sticks up for herself.
River, Weston and Elias are all freaking HOT and their chemistry with Kat is 🔥🔥🔥, but they have so many secrets!!! I can't wait to find out more about what happened when Kat was gone.
And that cliffhanger!?!?!?! I am crying!! I need more so bad!!!
Buried Betrayal is incredible!
Buried Betrayal is book #1 in the Heirs of Braidwood series. Its a dark, childhood friends to enemies, reverse harem.
Kay Riley has written an AMAZING reverse harem!! I can't believe this is her first one!
I love Kat!! She has been treated like crap during her childhood, and then was sent away from her friends and family. Now that she is all grown up, she refuses to just take it and sticks up for herself.
River, Weston and Elias are all freaking HOT and their chemistry with Kat is 🔥🔥🔥, but they have so many secrets!!! I can't wait to find out more about what happened when Kat was gone.
And that cliffhanger!?!?!?! I am crying!! I need more so bad!!!
Buried Betrayal is incredible!
July 18, 2022
This is my new favorite RH!!!
Kat is such a badass, but I do not blame her for being unable to resist these men. River, Eli, and West are so insanely hot and I'm still thinking about those spicy scenes...
If you love a dark romance reverse harem, then you will love Buried Betrayal!! It's the first book in the Heirs of Braidwood series, and it does end on a little bit of cliffhanger, but trust me it's worth it and I'm so excited to read the next book in the series. Also, if you've read Kay Riley's other books, especially her Suncrest Bay series, then you will love this new series even more *wink wink*.
~Check TWs/CWs before reading!
Kat is such a badass, but I do not blame her for being unable to resist these men. River, Eli, and West are so insanely hot and I'm still thinking about those spicy scenes...
If you love a dark romance reverse harem, then you will love Buried Betrayal!! It's the first book in the Heirs of Braidwood series, and it does end on a little bit of cliffhanger, but trust me it's worth it and I'm so excited to read the next book in the series. Also, if you've read Kay Riley's other books, especially her Suncrest Bay series, then you will love this new series even more *wink wink*.
~Check TWs/CWs before reading!
July 31, 2022
Ahh that cliffhanger has me dying! I need to know what’s going to happen!
I am absolutely loving the hate filled, lust filled state of this group. I love all different all of the guys are, how everyone is at each others throats, you aren’t sure who you can trust, and the angst between them.
They’ve had some super spicy moments and I am loving it.
William, ugh disgusting, hate him; and even though she adores her brother I do not trust him one bit.
Also, River… I think I love him, but I might also adore Weston, but I suppose Elias seems hot too… but I think River might be my favorite but I am dying to find out his secret.
Kat is a bad bitch, and I’m envious of her hair, that cover! I also love that she’s excellent at basketball and can toy with these guys just as hard as they toy with her.
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I am absolutely loving the hate filled, lust filled state of this group. I love all different all of the guys are, how everyone is at each others throats, you aren’t sure who you can trust, and the angst between them.
They’ve had some super spicy moments and I am loving it.
William, ugh disgusting, hate him; and even though she adores her brother I do not trust him one bit.
Also, River… I think I love him, but I might also adore Weston, but I suppose Elias seems hot too… but I think River might be my favorite but I am dying to find out his secret.
Kat is a bad bitch, and I’m envious of her hair, that cover! I also love that she’s excellent at basketball and can toy with these guys just as hard as they toy with her.
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August 8, 2022
Buried Betrayal is a story that draws you and makes you fall in love with Kat. Kat is a fiercely loyal and loving lady with a lonely life. She was forced to leave her family and loved ones. Years later, she returns to learn that things have changed, and so has her life.
After years of being away, she reunited with her childhood friends, and things became interesting because they had so many unresolved issues and feelings that needed to be addressed.
The guys bring the spice and alpha bad boy attitude you will love. With secrets and danger at every turn, this story is addictive, and I can't wait for the next story.
After years of being away, she reunited with her childhood friends, and things became interesting because they had so many unresolved issues and feelings that needed to be addressed.
The guys bring the spice and alpha bad boy attitude you will love. With secrets and danger at every turn, this story is addictive, and I can't wait for the next story.
April 3, 2023
✨Buried Betrayal by @kayrileyauthor ✨
You guys know how much I love me some Kay Riley books and this one did not disappoint!
This is book 1 of the Heirs of Braidwood Series and I blew right through this! River, Eli, and West… I don’t trust them but I do? They are 🔥. This is a friends to enemies to lovers (I think), multiple pov, why choose, college dark romance and my gosh, I can’t wait to read the next one!
Rated 5🌟’s
Other books I have read by Kay Riley and Loved:
🌟Ruby Revenge
🌟Suncrest Bay Series
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You guys know how much I love me some Kay Riley books and this one did not disappoint!
This is book 1 of the Heirs of Braidwood Series and I blew right through this! River, Eli, and West… I don’t trust them but I do? They are 🔥. This is a friends to enemies to lovers (I think), multiple pov, why choose, college dark romance and my gosh, I can’t wait to read the next one!
Rated 5🌟’s
Other books I have read by Kay Riley and Loved:
🌟Ruby Revenge
🌟Suncrest Bay Series
#bookreview #darkromance #romancebooks #romance #romancenovels #booklover #bookworm #bookstagramer #bookstagram #bookish #explorepage #foryou #foryoupage #heirsofbraidwood #kayriley
July 26, 2022
Well I am beyond hooked into this story. Dang! SO many secrets, so much mystery but add into it the powerhouse feisty FMC that is Kat and this become epic for me. A great mix of mystery and spicy times, but with a twist. Kat has an agenda of her own and she is making some smart moves and had no fears about stringing these men along for a little fun while she accomplishes her tasks.
I truly love all the banter and push/ pull going on between all three guys and Kat. I love that they all have their own story to tell and that things are intertwined in ways we don't even see just yet. I cannot wait to see what happens next.
I truly love all the banter and push/ pull going on between all three guys and Kat. I love that they all have their own story to tell and that things are intertwined in ways we don't even see just yet. I cannot wait to see what happens next.
August 7, 2022
I have come to really adore Riley’s writing. She gives a fresh spin and keeps you completely engaged from start to finish. With this one, there is ALL the intensity between Kat and the guys. With how they are all tangled up with each other right out the gate, this book kicks into high gear fast. There is a lot to take in but is done in a way that is so fluid that you don’t notice how much you are taking in when it comes to the Blairwood world. The intense sizzle, the twists and so much more keeps you on your toes from start to finish and that ending leaves you begging. Like BEGGING for more. I need more River, Eli and West. HANDS DOWN! Regardless of the history that these four share, their connection is beyond undeniable!
August 1, 2022
Fantastic!!!
Definitely a must read. I couldn't put it down! There are so many secrets and it seems just about everyone has them. I do want to reassure you that some are explained, but there is so much more going on. There was a bit of action and suspense and some angst and steam. I would consider this a slow burn though, but I felt the steam fit the storyline well. I can't wait for the next book. I thought this was a great start to this new series!!!
Definitely a must read. I couldn't put it down! There are so many secrets and it seems just about everyone has them. I do want to reassure you that some are explained, but there is so much more going on. There was a bit of action and suspense and some angst and steam. I would consider this a slow burn though, but I felt the steam fit the storyline well. I can't wait for the next book. I thought this was a great start to this new series!!!
August 5, 2022
I am seriously obsessed with everything that Kay Riley writes. This book was amazing of course! I love Kat and how tough she is. Also really liked the dynamic of the guys and their personalities. Definitely have a soft spot for River! What starts off as a story about young friendship, ends up having so many betrayals and secrets hidden within. Just when you think you finally are given an answer, 10 more questions pop up. Definitely recommend! Even with that crazy cliffhanger 😅
August 7, 2022
Love It
I couldn’t put this book down! I absolutely loved this book and how at every turn there was another secret coming to light. But my favorite thing was that even thought there is bad blood between Kat, River, Eli, and Wes they still do everything they can to protect each other against their families. Trust is slowly growing between them as this book ends and I can’t wait to see where their relationship goes in the next book.
I couldn’t put this book down! I absolutely loved this book and how at every turn there was another secret coming to light. But my favorite thing was that even thought there is bad blood between Kat, River, Eli, and Wes they still do everything they can to protect each other against their families. Trust is slowly growing between them as this book ends and I can’t wait to see where their relationship goes in the next book.
August 8, 2022
Kay Riley is becoming such a staple on my bookshelf and I couldn't be more thrilled!
Her newest release 'Buried Betrayals' is so different! While I am still very hesitant regarding reverse harems, Kay writes them in a way where I'm not throwing the book across the room.
You can expect: Spice, secrets, betrayals, reverse harem, childhood friends to enemies to lovers
I cannot wait to continue this series!
Her newest release 'Buried Betrayals' is so different! While I am still very hesitant regarding reverse harems, Kay writes them in a way where I'm not throwing the book across the room.
You can expect: Spice, secrets, betrayals, reverse harem, childhood friends to enemies to lovers
I cannot wait to continue this series!
October 12, 2022
Bell
Buried Betrayal is book one in the series Heirs of Braidwood by author Kay Riley. So another book and author found on TikTok - this story is riveting. I’m not even upset that it’s a cliffhanger. There’s so much happening in between the pages of this book - so many twists and turns - the lies - the betrayals. Oh and don’t even get me started on the spicy side. Anywho I’m off to get book two- have fun.
Enjoy!!
Buried Betrayal is book one in the series Heirs of Braidwood by author Kay Riley. So another book and author found on TikTok - this story is riveting. I’m not even upset that it’s a cliffhanger. There’s so much happening in between the pages of this book - so many twists and turns - the lies - the betrayals. Oh and don’t even get me started on the spicy side. Anywho I’m off to get book two- have fun.
Enjoy!!
December 30, 2022
Secrets, lies and ev!l men!
Great enemies to lovers story, with lots happening. The heads of the founding families are evil pieces of s**t, who all seem completely misogynistic, obviously with the exception of River's mum. So many secrets floating around but very little trust. I could've done with everything moving on a bit faster during the middle section of the book and if it had it would've been a 5 star read.
Great enemies to lovers story, with lots happening. The heads of the founding families are evil pieces of s**t, who all seem completely misogynistic, obviously with the exception of River's mum. So many secrets floating around but very little trust. I could've done with everything moving on a bit faster during the middle section of the book and if it had it would've been a 5 star read.
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