Awakened Craving : A dark Romance

by Sasha R.C.

Archer Legend
I have never been good at following the rules
Breaking them, bending them is something that comes easy for me to do
Serving time has never been an issue for me
I find joy in testing the limits that society has tried to create.
It has become my own personal obsession
I chase the instant gratification that life gives, and I don’t apologize for what I want or who I am
When I want something I will do anything to get it
Now my sights are set on Lindsey
I have known her for years, she has always been my friends girlfriend
But now that has changed
This game we have started it should be easy for me to win
But I never thought I would feel the way I do
She is like a hurricane that I want to let destroy me
The game has now turned into more of a quest that both of us crave
This game we have started has brought out the darker side of all of us
Now I fear that the one person I need the most, is the one person that might be taken from me

How far would you go to win the game?

This is a dark romance, please read TWS and CWS inside the book

Genres: Dark, Dark Romance

353 pages, Kindle Edition

Published May 19, 2024

About the author

Hello I am Sasha R.C.
I am a dark romance author. I love anything that has to do with Dark Romance. The Darker the Better. Some of my Favs are: The Ritual, The Sinner, Church, Den of Vipers, and The Sacrifice

I am currently writing many different dark romance standalones

Please read TWs and CWs

Reviews

[Kristy · Rating 4 out of 5]

Definitely check TWs before jumping into this one as it has some really dark themes. But for me, it had the right amount! Archer is a criminal but really is just a good ol’ cinnamon roll guy when it comes to Lindsey. And speaking of Lindsey, bless this girls heart with what she dealt with from Cliff. There were several times o wanted to rang his neck myself! And the absolute saddest part is there are more Lindsey’s in the world than we know.

[kariany · Rating 5 out of 5]

this book has strong dark themes that might be triggering for some readers so don’t forget to read TW’s and CW’s before reading!

My Review:
I have been waiting to read this masterpiece since Sasha announced it that it was coming out and Oh My God! This book had me awake passed my bedtime I couldn’t put it down I even had to send a few messages out because I needed to release my emotions. 😆
I fell in love with the characters right away well except Cliff he’s an as*h** and deserved all of it!
This book had me in roller coaster full of emotions I screamed, I was In shock, I was pissed, I fell in love I was sobbing, exited all of it!

Sasha is really not scared to write what comes in mind to make a strong story….even tho this story has strong dark themes I enjoyed the story and without giving out a lot of the story:

Archer knew what his best friend was capable of but he was sentenced 5 years in prison and there wasn’t much he could do not until he got out that sht go real he figured that his best friend Cliff was abusing his girlfriend Lindy and that’s one thing that Arch can’t tolerate, he can’t stand a man abusing a woman. Im so happy that Lindy and Arch decided to show their love for each and Archer standing up for her and help her also to get her confidence back, I was so exited to see her stand up for herself. Shelby was such an amazing friend the bestie that anyone could have.

This books was Dark, suspenseful, forbidden, crazy, spicy, mind blowing, AMAZING!

[Tina Scott · Rating 3 out of 5]

Good story but too many errors

The plot was good in the story, but there were so many grammatical errors, run-on sentences, and sentence fragments that I found myself focusing on that aspect instead of the story.

[Kaylea · Rating 5 out of 5]

Umm hello there Archer baby!! This is my first book I have read from Sasha RC and she absolutely nailed it! Make sure you check the TW, there are topics that are brought up that could be issues for some people.
Dual POV which I love, we got spice in there, and an actual story! Not just spice.
I was sucked in from the very beginning and had a hard time actually putting the book down. Let me start with the character first. The FMC is strong, what she goes through was not easy to watch. She went through things and was molded into something horrible. Watching her find herself again was amazing.
The MMC, Archer Legend. I don't even know where to begin with this fine piece of man. He is the tattooed felon who literally has no care if he goes back or not. His trauma that he experienced shaped his way of thinking regarding women and the treatment of them. You get to see his POV and experience actual emotions for a male.
The Villain, Okay I don't even know where to begin with him. 1st I want to say Sasha really knows how to write this narcissistic, controlling, POS. I was blown away on how real she made him. He is a piece of work.
Overall I loved this book and has been living rent free in my head since I finished it. I will be purchasing this book when the paperback is available.

[Bretnie Shep · Rating 5 out of 5]

First off … ARCHER IS MINE LADIES !!! Y’all can have cliff . 😂 I’m seriously thinking about putting “are you ready little wolf?” As my head line on Tinder. I feel like it’ll be a real icebreaker .
So here we have the MMC Archer, who’s a tattooed , sexy asf bad boy. He has been in the system most of his life. Traumatic past . He gets in trouble one night and gets put in prison . Which is where the fmc really starts stealing his heart. Archer isn’t a one woman kinda man, but she just hits differently for him, but sadly she’s with his best friend Cliff, so she’s off limits . Cliff (the best fried ) is controlling and trying to make her into the perfect submissive woman, Archer has no idea just how crazy his bestie is.
Anyways, the fmc visits Archer while he is in prison, it’s her peaceful time away from her controlling boyfriend . But eventually Archer tells her to stop coming (which broke my heart) but she listens. The real fun starts after he gets out , which I won’t say. Just know you’ll need panties and tissues to finish the rest of the book. That’s all im going to say. Oh and make sure you check the triggers, just in case !!! If I could give this more then the 5 stars I would. Sasha did her thing with this book. Loved it !

[Kim Sessions · Rating 5 out of 5]

Yes, Sasha R.C. has done it again! This is the second of her books I have devoured 🥵 I want more!

As Archer is being taken from the courtroom to prison, Lindsay, his best friend’s girl, gives him a hug. Lindsay has no idea what she just opened up in him. At her possessive boyfriend, Cliff's request, she starts going to the prison to visit Archer. One day, he tells her to stop visiting him, no explanation. The next time she sees him is the day he's released from prison. With her friend, Shelby's, encouragement, Lindsay decides to stop seeing Cliff and starts seeing Archer. Cliff isn't going to let her go that easily...

Every time I read the words, "Are you ready for me, little wolf?," I had to look around to make sure that I was alone 🔥🥵 I loved that this book had lots of hot scenes, but also, the story is truely intriguing. She did an amazing job with the character development. I can see and feel each character. It has my highest of recommendations.

[Kacie Mummawh0reads.x · Rating 4 out of 5]

One bar fight sends Archer back to prison and his best mate, Cliff, never visits him in the 5 years he is sent away… but cliff’s girlfriend Lindsey does.
When Archer is finally released and witnesses how crazy Cliff treats Lindsey, Archer steps up and speaks up! But that sends Cliff into crazy-er town!
Read how unhinged he becomes and how he will do anything and everything to keep Lindsey.

This book does contain some pretty full on themes. Do not read until you are sure you won’t be triggered! This book also swaps POV between the 4main characters
I quite enjoyed this book and was sitting in the edge of my seat! I even teared up at one stage! Be prepared to experience a lot of emotions with this one!!
4⭐️

[Riley Crowe · Rating 5 out of 5]

Where do I even start? Awakened Craving is a fantastic dark romance. However it is not for the faint of heart or those whom dislike the word F**k. Lindsay and archers story is one that is such a powerful one. Archer Legend is the typical bad boy parolee, who realizes he loves his best mates girl of 7 years. Cliff (Lindsay’s ex) is an off the charts insane man who will stop at nothing to destroy the person whom took his most pride and joy from him, and break the woman he loved until she is nothing. Please be advised his ways are dark and may be triggering to some.
The smut in this book I give 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️ because it is dark and if you love a good trauma relationship filled with trauma solving S*X. This book is for you!!!! The author Sasha R.C. Did a fabulous job creating and telling this story. It is a slow burn when it comes to the smut, however the plot is amazing and you don’t mind waiting for it. Mid way through you certainly are like WTF I need answers. The other great part of this book is as someone whom can always tell how it’s going to end, I actually had no idea of the details which made me love this book even more. Because I love good WTF? Moments in story telling and not many can pull that off well, but Sasha R.C. Certainly did, which is another reason I rate this book ⭐️ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.
If you want DARK, THICK PLOT, TRAUMA, SMUT, TABOO ROMANCE, WITH WTF MOMENTS, do yourself the favor and start now! 🫶🏻

[A.M. Jones · Rating 5 out of 5]

sᴛᴀʀᴛᴇᴅ: 06/07/2023
ғɪɴɪsʜᴇᴅ: 06/13/2023

“ She says I am her forbidden, but honestly, she is the fruit, and I am the fucking criminal that will fucking steal her away. Once a criminal always a fucking criminal. “

ᴍʏ ʀᴇᴠɪᴇᴡ :

When the forbidden becomes your love.

I LOVED this book. Sasha RC does not disappoint. You got characters you fall in love with and you got characters you just despise. Man, Archer though. 🥵 bad boys are a guilty pleasure.

Anyway, the story never dulled and kept me on my toes. I couldn’t peel my eyes away from the words. Before I knew it, the book was over and I was sad.

I won’t spoil but- you gotta go read it. I’m just excited talking about it. Sasha did such an amazing job telling this story. And the entire time I was reading, I couldn’t stop thinking about this song on the reel. It fits Archer perfectly. ❤️

I need more taboo dark romance!

[Brianna Arbelaez · Rating 5 out of 5]

There are trigger warnings so make sure to read those before picking up this book!

*spoiler warnings*

I absolutely loved Awakened Craving. Watching Archer and Lindsey slowly realize that they have feelings for each other made me so happy! My absolutely favorite character from the book is Shelby the snarky best friend to Lindsey.

Cliff is a whole other guy. He’s one of the ones that hides who he really is and throughout the book you realize just how fake he is.

This book has a bunch of twist and turns throughout it and I honestly was yelling in my apartment every time I read a new chapter 😅 definitely recommend reading this dark romance!

Sasha RC is definitely becoming the QueenofDarkRomance!

[Allison Comis · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book was amazing. There was a lot happening in this book. First off I didn’t see the book going in the direction it did. It was very dark but I loved it. I fell in love with Archer right away. How he put his life on the line to protect women! Learning his backstory I see why he is the way he is. Cliff that is another story. I could see how he was going to be! I didn’t think he would do some of what he did. Lindsey was a strong BA woman even after everything she went through. I love how the book ended up! I love Sasha’s writing style. Can’t wait to read more. I’m glad Cliff got what was coming to him and in the way he did.

[Chantelle Hanna · Rating 5 out of 5]

Be still my beating heart. Archer checks all the boxes. He is sexy as sin, protective as fuck. Some of the earlier “prison” chapters are a little tedious but so damn worth it. People argue that men who are “too protective” of their women are somehow stifling or oppressive but Archer makes Lindsay stronger, braver. He is her strength and she is his reason…. For everything. Sasha’s writing is easy and flows. The character interaction is conversational and emotional. Definitely will pick up more of her work.

[Alyssa Mohring · Rating 4 out of 5]

You may give me Archer Legend any day. Sasha did an amazing job with this book. The writing was perfect. The storyline was perfect. You will be drawn in from the beginning and feel the characters' emotions. Archer and Lindsey complement each other. They are a strong and intense couple. Archer may be seen as a bad guy but he really is not. He has a heart of gold. Lindsey is so very lovable. My dark heart was bursting with joy reading this. I cannot wait to read all of Sasha's other books.

[Valerie Gadd · Rating 5 out of 5]

What can I say but WOW!! Sasha girl you have done it again with another great book!! So many emotions throughout this book! To begin with I never would have thought Cliff would have turned out the way he did!! Archer stole my heart!! The love he has for Lindsey is unmatched!! And Shelby!!! I cried so much!! Definitely go check the book out for yourself!! I won’t spoil it for you but PLEASE REMEMBER TO READ THE TW/CW!!

[Christina Yau · Rating 5 out of 5]

Triggers but has a HEA

This book draws you in from chapter one! I felt a wide range of emotions reading about the fmc and the obvious red flags she was ignoring. Kind of your typical morally grey main character made. A definite bad guy and a best friend. The fmc goes through it and finds herself. I love how it's not only her that needs saving!

[Nineette · Rating 5 out of 5]

multiple point of views

Some people crave dominance, but not to the point that they are losing themselves in the process. When you submit you still have control, because your allowing it and not forced to submit. Two men with dark backgrounds.

[Marianne Antonichuk · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is the first book I have read and yeah I would read more the spice scenes were so good and of course archer if you have a favourite character he would be mine through and through keep up the good work

[Lisa · Rating 5 out of 5]

Beware of triggers

I absolutely love this book. The story between Archer and Lindsey kept me reading. As the title says check the triggers because this book may not be for everyone. 5 ☆☆☆☆☆ from me though!!

[Chelsey Smith · Rating 5 out of 5]

🖤

I’ve literally been counting down the days for this to come out and I’m so happy it finally is
Archer Legend is 😍😍😍

[Raven Woodward · Rating 4 out of 5]

The truth of abusive relationships was done so well in this. I loved it!

[Raeann Wolfley · Rating 5 out of 5]

Let’s just start out on saying this book is AMAZING! If you love dark romance like me, you are in for a complete treat! Just check the trigger warnings, because there is some dark things that happen and I know some people might not handle it well. For me I have absolutely no triggers so this is my type of book 😉 I don’t want to say too much, because I don’t want to spoil it for anyone. I can say the way this Author wrote these character’s was just WOW. I do have to mention Archer though, because that man is 🔥 and I just want to be his little wolf! If you know, you know! All the twists, suspense, and spice! Just read it! You definitely won’t be disappointed, with all the things that happen in this book! There were some points, I had to reread what I read. I was like …. Omg yep that happened! Honestly I’m probably going to read it again, because it’s Amazing!!!

[Shavonne Belford · Rating 5 out of 5]

Archer is a morally grey hero. When his best friends girlfriend dumps his friend the attraction they have long felt won’t be denied. His friend though obsessive, jealous and possessive of Lindsey won’t let them ride off into the sunset of happily ever after. Dark dangerous and twisted he will use any means necessary to bring Lindsey to heel, but forgets the power love and trust freely given has. Archer will do anything to protect Lindsey and their newly formed relationship even if it means destroying the friend who was his ride or die.

Suspenseful, dark, thrilling and dramatic i could not to this down or believe the twisted depths sunk to in this story in the most amazing way his friends dangerous but a man in love when that love is threatened is even more so

[Cee_reads · Rating 5 out of 5]

First off check your TW!
Second, this book was excellent!

Archer was every woman’s wet dream, on top of the fact that he had the whole morally grey personality down to a T.
Him and Lindsey’s story was so amazing and I loved every second of it.