Chaos

Kings of Chaos & Mayhem #1

by Ashlynn Author

I’m Jade Rivers, Devil Incarnate’s Club princess. This isn’t your typical love story. I have a crazy ex who won’t let me go. A mafia prince who has signed his death warrant, an obsessive Cartel enforcer, and last but not least, the senator's son, who I’m not sure if he wants me dead or alive.

Junior year at Whitestone Academy was supposed to be my year of freedom from club life. But when Dario, Spade, and Jameson come bulldozing themselves into my life, taking me by storm. Making me feel things I’ve never felt before and want out of this criminal underworld.

One night changed everything I thought I knew.

Lies. Secrets. Betrayal.

Will I survive the game I was thrown into, or will I end up trigger-happy, slaughtering everyone in my path?

Genres: Dark Romance, Romance, Dark, Contemporary Romance, Why Choose, Ebooks, College

336 pages, Kindle Edition

Published January 21, 2024

Reviews

[MzMischief · Rating 5 out of 5]

Overall 5 🌟
Spice 5 🌟
Violence 5 🌟

This is the beginning of Jade's story along with her Kings.

And my introduction to Ashlynn... and how she snatched my soul...

I picked this up and couldn't put down...

Ends on a cliffy...

Check your Trigger warnings... Read at your own risk...

[Carly · Rating 5 out of 5]

Chaos: Kings of Chaos & Mayhem Book 1

ARC Review

🖤Why Choose
🖤Multi POV
🖤Fast Burn
🖤Bad@$$ FMC
🖤Degradation & Praise
🖤🔪 Play
🖤🩸Play
🖤Trigger Heavy

Chaos was an amazing read! I DEVOURED it🌟🌶️

Bad@$$ FMC, Jade, is hands down one of my favorite FMCs I’ve ever read. The way Ashlynn wrote Jade’s character is just REAL. Her inner monologue had me cracking up! The authentic way she talks made me feel so connected to the story, characters, and their world as the reader.

Dario—that mouth though 🥵
Spade—smooth operator 🤤
Jameson—love to hate him & hate to love him🖤

5🌶️’s!! The spice in this book was absolutely top notch. Be sure to charge your vibe 😂

The story itself was so well written!! It had me intrigued and on the edge of my seat the entire book. Ashlynn made it hurt soooo good baby 🤤The story ends on a CLIFFHANGER and I absolutely cannot wait for book 2! Highly recommend this read ‼️

⚠️This book is heavy on the triggers so please chew the TW/CW before reading!

[Chubby Romance Reader · Rating 5 out of 5]

OH MY LORD

HEED THE TRIGGERS FOR THE LOVE OF GOD! Ok, with that out of the way, I freaking LOVED Chaos! It was exactly what dark romance loving heart needed. Jade was such a bada** and Ashlynn wrote her in a way that wasn't over the top and good lord the men, THE MEN. They have the most filthiest mouths ever, and the spicy scenes were so freaking steamy, I had to fan myself, it was hot ASF. The plot was 5/5 and the spicy scenes were literally 1000/10. I seriously can't believe that this was Ashlynns debut novel. She has such a way with words that it sucks you in and keeps it hooks in you until you finish. I am extremely looking forward to book 2 of the series and the other books we may get from Ashlynn.

[Danny · Rating 5 out of 5]

“𝑮𝒖𝒆𝒔𝒔 𝒘𝒉𝒂𝒕, 𝑲𝒊𝒕𝒕𝒆𝒏? 𝒀𝒐𝒖’𝒓𝒆 𝒏𝒐𝒕 𝒈𝒐𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒂𝒏𝒚𝒘𝒉𝒆𝒓𝒆 𝒘𝒊𝒕𝒉𝒐𝒖𝒕 𝒖𝒔, 𝒔𝒐 𝒖𝒏𝒍𝒆𝒔𝒔 𝒚𝒐𝒖 𝒘𝒂𝒏𝒕 𝒑𝒆𝒐𝒑𝒍𝒆 𝒕𝒐 𝒅𝒊𝒆, 𝑰 𝒔𝒖𝒈𝒈𝒆𝒔𝒕 𝒚𝒐𝒖 𝒇𝒊𝒏𝒅 𝒔𝒐𝒎𝒆𝒕𝒉𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒆𝒍𝒔𝒆 𝒕𝒐 𝒅𝒐. 𝑩𝒆𝒄𝒂𝒖𝒔𝒆 𝒊𝒇 𝑰 𝒔𝒆𝒆 𝒂𝒏𝒐𝒕𝒉𝒆𝒓 𝒎𝒂𝒏 𝒑𝒖𝒕 𝒂 𝒔𝒊𝒏𝒈𝒍𝒆 𝒇𝒊𝒏𝒈𝒆𝒓 𝒐𝒏 𝒚𝒐𝒖, 𝑰 𝒘𝒊𝒍𝒍 𝒃𝒓𝒆𝒂𝒌 𝒕𝒉𝒆𝒎, 𝒕𝒉𝒆𝒏 𝒉𝒊𝒔 𝒇𝒂𝒄𝒆.”

I am officially OBSESSED with these characters!! I’ve been wanting a new dark romance to absolutely love and wow Chaos did not disappoint. I seriously could not stop reading, the plot twists, the freaking delicious 🔥 scenes, omgggg I about hyperventilated while reading it, these men are so hotttt! And Jade, damn she’s such a badass, I love her!!! She’s ready to throw down and fight for her loved ones, even if they hurt her, she’ll never leave them when they need the most.
I also love Kayla!! I hope she has her own books with the twins!
Such a deliciously HOT read! I loved everything about this book and I can’t wait to dive into the rest of the series!!! ❤️‍🔥

Dark romance why choose
Enemies to lovers
College
Badass FMC
Mafia/Cartel/MC
Kn!fe play
Blôôd play
Breath play
P!erced MMCs
Secrets

[Maria Wajedi · Rating 1 out of 5]

DNF at 74%
I could not take it anymore. This came straight out of wattpad. Unedited. Very juvenile writing. Cringed every 5 or so minutes. Who even recommended this to me???

[Melissa Houpt · Rating 5 out of 5]

Chaos: Kings of Chaos & Mayhem Book 1:
ARC Review

⚠️Make sure to check TW: there are 2.5 pages worth 🥵⚠️

Absolutely loved this book, I haven’t devoured a book this fast since Carnage. No…I take that back, I devoured this one quicker. I couldn’t believe this is Ashlynn’s first book. The way her writing makes it easy to connect with the characters and the story is amazing. I fell in love with Jade, she is the kick@ss FMC and is one of my favorite of all time. Her inner monologue is hilarious. The MMCs are all 🥵🥵 she has a way of making you fall in love with all of them even when you want to kill them. The cliffhanger, O-M-G I can’t wait for the second book.

5/5 ⭐️ 5/5 🌶️ Highly recommend. 🖤

[Amie]

Sweet mother of all that is holy..read the trigger warning!! Because there’s nothing held back!! But you can bet your ass I’m gonna read the next one

[JackaayReadsallday · Rating 5 out of 5]

Oh my God! Why do I do this to myself? I was warned that this book had a serious cliffhanger, and I still chose to dive in headfirst. Do I regret it? Absolutely not… would I love to read it over again for the first time, absolutely!!! Am I sad about how much turmoil this is going to cause me until book 2 comes out…. Yes, yes, I am! If you love dark and twisted main characters, then this is definitely the book for you! I dare you to read this and not fall in love with all four main characters… I love all of them because of their levels of crazy. Ashlynn is forever be a one click purchase author for me from now on… I don’t need a title, release date of blurb…I’m obsessed… Now excuse me while I go pout in the corner until book 2 comes out…

[avely.reading · Rating 2 out of 5]

There were so many grammar mistakes and typos it made it incredibly hard to read. I’m baffled how this is a 4.5 star book.

[Diamond · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a WILD MF RIDE!! I’ve never read a book with this many trigger warnings and kinks before and whew. Can we talk about that ending?!?!? I went immediately to read book 2 just to find out it hadn’t been released yet!!!! Ma’am!?!!!!

She knew what she was doing heading out on the last page like that. I’ve never read a more intense and gut wrenching cliff hanger in my 33 years of life.

Just. Wow. But fr lol read those warnings before you jump in. It gets pretty intense but a crazy and interesting ride.

This is the authors debut so I get some of the rough edges that come with the story but I didn’t mind. Reverse harams can be tricky but I’m interested to see the growth in the next book.

[Christy Bailey · Rating 5 out of 5]

If you want smutty and dark, then this is for you. Just take note of the triggers because they are no joke. It's probably one of my darkest reads in a while, but I'm all in!

[Antonia Steinbrecher · Rating 2 out of 5]

2,5⭐️

Smut 5⭐️, Plot 2⭐️, Cliffhanger -1⭐️

[Leta Carter · Rating 5 out of 5]

Chaos.

Pure and utter delicious Chaos.

I can’t believe this is Ashlynn’s first book bc, wow! I didn’t wanna put this bad boy down. Edging at every chapter kept this a page turner.

The characters are all strong bad a** mofos but have teddy bear tendencies. All part of major high ranking assassin organizations. The FMC is hilarious and a total brat and kept everyone itching for more.

If you have any triggers make sure to heed those warnings. Do not take them lightly because this book is far from a light read.

That ending.. UGGHHH!!! I need book 2 like now because wtf happens next???

[Kindra · Rating 4 out of 5]

3.75 ⭐️ rounded up

Good MC why choose story. I did honestly feel like the story was a bit rushed. However, it is a series so I’m hoping more back story will be given throughout. The audiobook is in dual pov

[zoe's_reading_crypt · Rating 4 out of 5]

"Chaos" by Ashlynn is a dark and tantalizing journey into the depths of passion and darkness. Jade, an MC Princess with a turbulent past, finds herself entangled with three enigmatic men, each harboring their own secrets and demons. As the story unfolds, readers are drawn into a world where desire and danger collide, and nothing is as it seems.

Ashlynn's writing is captivating and immersive, weaving a spellbinding tale that keeps readers on the edge of their seats. From the first page to the last, the tension crackles with electricity, drawing readers deeper into Jade's world and the complex dynamics between her and her Kings.

What sets "Chaos" apart is its fearless exploration of the darker aspects of human nature. Through the characters of Jade, Spade, Jameson, and Dario, Ashlynn delves into themes of trauma, desire, and the primal urge for control. Each character is expertly crafted, with their own distinct personalities and motivations, adding depth and complexity to the narrative.

One of the novel's greatest strengths lies in its ability to keep readers guessing. As clues are dropped and secrets are revealed, the tension mounts, keeping readers eagerly turning pages to uncover the truth. And with a spine-tingling cliffhanger ending, "Chaos" leaves readers clamoring for more.

It's important to note that "Chaos" contains darker elements and content warnings, including themes of trauma and manipulation. However, for readers unbothered by these themes, the novel is a must-read, offering a gripping and unforgettable experience.

In conclusion, "Chaos" is a spellbinding tale of love, lust, and darkness that will leave readers breathless. Ashlynn's masterful storytelling and unforgettable characters make this book a must-read for fans of dark romance and suspense. Be prepared to take cold showers after reading, because the spice level is off the charts.

[Caitlin Donnelly · Rating 5 out of 5]

Jade is a badass MC princess. Don’t let the princess title fool you, she is just as tough or tougher than most men. Jade attends a college for the children of criminals, there she meets Dario, Spade and Jameson. Right away the four of them of drawn together and can’t kept away. Jade also has her ex bf and MC enforcer to deal with, he will not take no for an answer.
The shit storm that comes for these four is coming fast, the trauma that each of them has to deal with is heartbreaking. Jade is a warrior queen and she has now found her kings.
The secrets and lies that are embedded in their lives are coming out and causing more destruction than they ever thought possible. It is always the job of the king to protect their Queen.

This book 😮 Omg I loved it. I just finished it and am starting book 2 right now. I want to be like Jade when I grow up. She is one of the toughest and strongest FMCs I have read. And these men, jeez sign me up.

[Christi Manville · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is a whole ride from the word go! I am a person that gets emotionally invested in my books anyway but this one had me reacting out loud at the very first scene and I didn't stop until literally the very last word! Jade the FMC is unlike 95% of the FMCs normally seen, there is zero damsel in distress with her. She is 100% independent, unhindged and FAFO and I was 100% there for it. It's a Why choose that has plenty of times when the why choose is why choosing and the MMCs are loveable and completely unhindged. This book has so many twists and turns it keeps you pulled in and engaged, I could not put it down! Cannot wait to dive into book two and see where their story goes! Definitely recommend but check your trigger warnings, there is some really heavy and dark things in this book but they are very elemental to the story and very well written!

[Melissa Lamon · Rating 5 out of 5]

Holy sh!t!!!! If you love dark, spicy romance you have to read this book!!!!! Jade is an amazingly strong bada$$ woman, the MC “Princess”. Dario, Spade, and Jameson belong to other mafia, cartel, and let us not forget the crooked senator’s son. I love these characters. They were built up well. You love them and hate them. But, there is lots of action. Not just kinky sex. Unaliving, racing, fighting, etc. This book will definitely keep you entertained and wanting to read faster to see what happens next. It is very dark. Read the TW if you must. If TW are a shopping list for you, go in blind if you don’t have triggers. You will NOT regret it! I can’t wait to get my hands on the next book!

[whits_reads · Rating 5 out of 5]

Make sure you check the trigger warnings on this one folks because it definitely has a lot.

Jade is a biker princess who endures horrible things, but it doesn’t break her. Instead it turns her into a trigger happy bada$$ who gives no fcks whatsoever! Then we have our MMCs with the filthiest mouths 🥵 Dario, Spade and Jameson who are just as crazed as our FMC.

This book was everything! It’s dark, action packed and oh so spicy 🌶️🔥

I will say that ending had me bawling and then BAM, cliffhanger 😭 I don’t think I’ll be able to wait for the next book Mayhem! Great book though, amazing actually🖤

[Crystal · Rating 5 out of 5]

Non-stop action

First book from Ashlynn and she has me on the hook. This story is wall to wall action with several alpha MMCs and one bad af FMC. Jade is an MC Princess with a traumatic past that has just gotten out of a long term relationship with a cheating ex. She quickly finds herself enmeshed with 3 new men, all with differing but similar backgrounds. Her Kings quickly learn that she is force to be reckoned with and neither of them want to lose her. There are some major content warning to heed but if you are unbothered with the darker elements, this is a must read!!

[Maranda Martinez · Rating 5 out of 5]

A Dark Twisted Must Read!!

This book was crazy. So dark and twisted, and I loved every second of it I could not get enough. I can't wait for the second one. Be aware that this book ends on a cliffhanger. 5 on my spice scale. Please check trigger/content warnings. Get ready for a wild ride!
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
🌶🌶🌶🌶🌶

[dakota keys · Rating 5 out of 5]

If you like your books with trigger warning pages as long as the Cheesecake Factory menu, this one’s for you! But please do check them prior to reading because it SERIOUSLY goes there and then some. Top tier why choose, fierce FMC, and dogs because come on you know she had to have some fierce dogs to go with the sass. 💁🏻‍♀️ Jade has the “idgaf” attitude and the men each balance it out in their own way. Jamison is the one you wanna hate but can’t. Dario has this, authoritarian attitude that just makes you melt, and spade is the one I’d wanna cuddle with the most.

Mafia, why choose, blood play, knife play, triggers out the wazoo, and a sassy fierce fmc… you have to give this a try if any of this makes your tingles tingly 🥵🤤

[Smuttydarkromance · Rating 5 out of 5]

Holy Hell this book!!!! Everything about this book was just right! My jaw was dropped the entire time while reading this due to these men! One of the tropes is insta lust and hot damn was it instant for me! These smooth operators know just what to say to get you all hot and bothered! Jade (the fmc) was as bad ass as they come! Ugh it was just perfection! How can you go wrong with a MC princess, a mafia prince, the cartels enforcer and the son of a corrupt senator (who has a thirst for blood)! There is also 2 pages worth of TWs! You can’t go wrong with that! Ughh that cliffhanger tho 🤯🤯
You need to get this book when it comes out on 2/2! You won’t be disappointed!

[Gabrielle C.C. · Rating 4 out of 5]

-Why Choose
-Strong FMC
-Reverse Harem
-MC, Cartel
-Triggers for days

For all you dark romance readers if you want a read with all genres and triggers included this is for you. Anxiously awaiting book 2 and the other series from Ashlynn.

[Angie M Bond · Rating 5 out of 5]

I could not put this book down!
*Check your trigger warnings, there is a long list*
The FMC Jade is a bada$$! The 3 MMCs
Are to die for. Spade, Jamieson and Dario each are so very different but you love all 3. These men will make you go feral over them! Their chemistry with Jade is spot on. She also has a psycho ex boyfriend... There is MC, Mafia, Cartel...
This book has everything.
This book does end on a cliff hanger...
I'm ready for the next book!!
I definitely recommend this book for anyone who loves a long list of trigger warnings and mc/mafia content
I was sent this book as an ARC.

[Sherri · Rating 5 out of 5]

I was blown away by this! I loved everything about it! The banter, fighting, and overall verbal sparring was top notch. The badass FMC could hold her own and took no shit. The guys are so hot and deranged in all the best red flag ways. The smut was perfection. The twists and turns in the plot had me hooked from the beginning. Jumping right into the action and there also being so much back story between all the characters kept the story exciting and intriguing. It does end on a cliffhanger but I don't mind cliffhangers. If anything I am so happy I have found a new series that I am going to LOVE! I am so ready for the next one.

I am ready to read anything she writes! Thank you for the opportunity to read this ARC.

[Candace Gonzalez Fitzgerald · Rating 5 out of 5]

Please read tw. Now that is out omg I loved this rh. The fmc was bad ass. I loved all the crazy men. It was fast pace so I was in from start to finish and couldn’t out it down. The plot was ploting the smut was smutty the book was amazing. But does end on a cliffhanger. So can’t wait for the other book.

[Lisa S · Rating 4 out of 5]

Chaos by Ashlynn

Please check the TW before reading! 2 ½ pages worth.

Ashlynn's debut novel completely threw me off. Her way of words and telling of a story, sucks you right in!

Jade is one bada§§ hard-core FMC and freaking hilarious. I absolutely loved her.
Ashlynn wrote her in such a relatable way though and I thank her for that.
The men in this book….uhhh I need a cold shower ASAP! They're all hot, and the spice is definitely not lacking at all.

But, she killed me with a cliffhanger. That's okay though I will definitely be scooping that up as soon as it's released.

Highly recommend reading it! 🖤
Again check those TW cause it's a bit intense.

[Kelsey Augustine · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book has EVERYTHING in a dark romance. MC’s, Cartel, Mafia, dark traumatic past for everyone and the twists and turns that you think so you see coming…you DONT! We’ve got psycho ex, why choose, assassination plans, bad ass biker princess FMC, blood, trauma(PLEASE PLEASE check trigger warnings!!) races, fight nights, and so much more
And the mouths on these MMC’s is something to make a woman go feral over! Spade, Dario and Jameson are 3 completely different characters but good lord is their chemistry together and with the FMC just on point! The book ends with an insane cliffhanger so buckle up real good because this was one ride I did not want to get off of!!
Plot ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Spice 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️ of the charts for me honestly

[SmuttyBookReviewer · Rating 5 out of 5]

I can’t believe this is Ashlynn’s debut. This book was a page turner, edge of your seat, crazy rollercoaster. The spice was top tier! Jameson is my dude! Jade is my favorite FMC I’ve ever read. The twists and turns, the bread crumbs like holy shit. Well done Ash well done! Please check your TW there’s 2.5 pages! Now that cliffhanger has me reeling! I’m going to need Mayhem now! Please and Thank you! This book checked all the things I could want in an RH novel! Fast paced! Fast Burn! All the Spice! Amazing characters! Action packed and funny AF! If you want something different and fun this is it!