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Aria

He was my new stepbrother, crashing into my life from out of nowhere and playing the perfect guy card flawlessly.

But I’m not fooled, even if those dark eyes make my heart stutter. I won’t let him tear my family apart—I’m certain he’s scheming, and I’m not about to let him win.

I can shield my family from the so-called golden child, but can I uncover his secrets before he gets to my heart?

Miles

Magnus Miller adored his precious daughter. Despite her not being part of the plan, the attraction I felt was too sinful to ignore.

She was the perfect in I needed to infiltrate the family. Magnus Miller would pay for his part in my mother’s demise.

Nothing could derail my plan…
… but her.

With her brightly colored hair and bright blue eyes, she stole my focus. I began to question my purpose.

She was my stepsister, forbidden fruit, tantalizingly out of reach, yet I couldn’t help but want her.
Need her.

205 pages, Kindle Edition

Published September 27, 2024

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Missy Walker

39 books388 followers
Missy is an Australian author who writes kissing books with equal parts angst and steam. She loves writing stories about billionaires, enemies to lovers, and the boy next door- just to name a few.

When she’s not writing, she’s taking care of her two daughters and doting husband.

Inspired by the acreage she lives on, Missy regularly distracts herself by visiting her orchard… some days more often than writing!

Then there’s her overweight cat, Charlie, chickens, and bees if she needed another excuse to pass the time.

And, when the day ends, there’s nothing better than unwinding with a gin and tonic as the sunsets surrounded by the ones she loves.

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Profile Image for Sherri.
45 reviews
September 29, 2024
Seriously....I keep thinking there is no way Missy Walker can write this good all the time, then I read another one of her books and BOOM - ANOTHER INCREDIBLE STORY.
When this book showed up in my inbox I literally yelled and scared the family! Once I started reading, I definitely had a hard time putting it down.
I love love love Aria. Her sense of humor, loyalty, cautious nature and intelligence all make her an incredible main character and one I would love to be friends with!
Miles was a character I absolutely hated in the beginning. I was so angry reading his chapters! Learning about everything Miles went through and watching him grow as a character was a ride all on its own.
I am beyond excited to see where this series goes next.
162 reviews1 follower
October 7, 2024
SPOILER ALERTTT

Straight off the bat, I didn’t like Miles, most likely because of the way he was thinking of Magnus, Evelyn & their family. Then I hit the sentence of him crying himself to sleep starving or waiting for his mum to come home😭 stupid Leila, she really done a number on her son💔

Those first couple make out sessions really lit the fuse for the bedroom scene because DAMN that was freekin HAWWWT!! I literally felt every damn thing in that🥵😮‍💨

Ok I keep writing my review after every few chapters, hence why I keep being soo surprised during my review😅😂
The fury I felt once Miles plan was revealed, the actual hurt I felt because I knew how much that would hurt Magnus, Evelyn but poor Aria, from this alone I hope she doesn’t forgive him, no matter if he has the wrong story, revenge really is never the answer.

Their sexual chemistry is second to none though! Hot hot god damn hot!

OMFG Magnus knew, man he’s amazing! But daaamn I’m torn between feeling sad or mad at Miles, the fool. How does one forgive & move forward from that? How would the entire family forgive him? What an awkward and terrible situation to be in. Once again, revenge is never the answer😩

Uggh she forgave him so easily, he didn’t even have to work for it! She should have made him suffer for a couple months. Why are we so soft? 😫
I can never get over how fast people fall in love in books but I can understand that crazy connection during sex, when it all feels like its meant to be, I really got that vibe from Miles & Aria but I would have liked more in depth conversations because their relationship seemed too shallow to have fallen in love so easy, but hey it’s a book lol
Still loved the smut, really felt the pain of Mile’s childhood, I know of many people like Leila, who are always playing the victim, poor thing never stood a chance. I’m sure we’ll see how everything plays out for them…..

Woooow, that epilogue!!! Firstly yayyy to Rose & Colton🥹🥹 but Valentina & Evan????? Exciting, but also confusing because where did he come from? Or who rather lol anyways like always, love this series! Always looking forward to the next😍
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
Profile Image for Megan.
806 reviews7 followers
September 15, 2024
This is the third book in the Elite Heirs series about Aria (Magnus and Evelyn's daughter) and Miles - her English "stepbrother".
Miles Young suddenly appears out of nowhere as a successful tech millionaire and Marcus warmly welcomes him into their family despite Aria's misgivings. She has run into him in public several times and he has creeped her out. But the more time they spend together the more attracted they are and they suddenly embark on a hidden, forbidden relationship. Miles, however has been biding his time for an epic revenge plot but does not realise how hard he has fallen for Aria.
This book was superb and I didn't think I would enjoy it quite so much, but I did! There are plots and subplots, there is conniving behaviour, angst and heart wrenching moments - I could not put this book down! Obviously the sizzling sex and foul language is always part and parcel of Missy's books. I wish the last chapter during the confrontation could have been in more detail and longer as Miles should have had to grovel even more but at least there is a bonus chapter with a newsletter sign up. This was the best book so far in this current series.
I was gifted an ARC for an honest review.
Profile Image for Lauren Nesic.
920 reviews58 followers
September 19, 2024
⭐⭐⭐⭐ Loved it! Would recommend and really great.
🌶️: start at 50% vanilla sex, around 3 described scenes, might have praise kink and maybe one butt play scene.

when miles suddenly enters aria's life as her new stepbrother, he seems perfect, but aria isn’t convinced. suspicious of his intentions, she's determined to protect her family from what she believes is a hidden agenda, even as her heart betrays her every time he looks her way. miles, on the other hand, has a plan for revenge against aria’s father, magnus, who he blames for his mother's death. but aria, with her vibrant hair and piercing blue eyes, becomes an unexpected distraction. the more he tries to focus on his mission, the harder it becomes to resist his growing need for her, despite knowing she’s forbidden.

this book was fantastic, it was so hard to put this book down and it was irresistibly delicious on every page. aria is one of my new favourite missy-verse characters, she was so whitty and full of zest. i loved seeing a stupid boy shown that he doesn’t know everything and finally break down his emotional side. of course, missy delivers her usual blend of steamy scenes and heartfelt moments for such a good time. definitely my favourite book in the series so far but i just wish i had more of a grovel from miles.

tropes: step brother, taboo, billionaire
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102 reviews
September 22, 2024
Sinful Desires is a great spicy addition to the Elite Heirs of Manhattan series, which starts strongly and continues the same way. I was heavily involved from the get-go.

The third book centres around Miles, as Aria Miller's stepbrother. Being attracted to your stepbrother is a bit of a taboo trope, but this has been written in such an interesting way that made me want to keeping reading more.

There's plenty of spice, humour, friendship and family. It's also packed full of vengeance and deceit - you can always tell when characters are well written, when you cannot wait for karma to be thrown their way! I can assure you that I was feeling 'very strong feelings' about a certain character whilst reading this book, which is also the sign of a great storyteller.

And it's so wonderful to once again catch up with all of the parents - the original 'Hunkholes' from the Elite Men Of Manhattan series, also written by Missy Walker. 

This was easy to read and hard to put down.
Profile Image for SherrecePQ Tanner.
359 reviews8 followers
September 25, 2024
Sinful indeed with Miles coming into Magnus Miller's life (and original hunk hole) as the son of his ex-wife Leila. From the start Aria is wary of what is true intentions are, so imagine her horror when "Dad" invites him into the fold, into his home, into their lives.

But, Miles, as much as Aria is unsure of his true motives, cannot help being drawn into his eyes, his accent, and he is getting on with everyone in the extended "family". Of course one moment of lust leaves them both shaken as to what this all means. It sets to derail plans made for revenge, and plans to just ease the itch. What Miles actually learns becomes apparent that it is so different to what he had been led to believe, but has he destroyed himself in the process?

Always easy to read, spice is so good, and uncover more from the past, and the impact it has now. As with every ending, the book sets us up for the next, so I look forward to finding out about Aria's twin Valentina.
12 reviews
September 26, 2024
I, myself have not personally read a lot of step brother trope romance novels and Missy did not fail to get me even more intrigued!

Aria and Miles are my now my new favourite Elite heirs couple. We met Aria in the previous two books of this series and her character in this book was even more likeable as a FMC as opposed to a supporting character previously. Whilst she was sassy, she was also strong willed and determined once she set her mind to something.

Miles was also a breath of fresh air as the MMC. Though he initially pursued Aria with not the best intentions due to what he learnt from his upbringing, he was able to be resilient and come to terms with the truth based on the facts presented to him, proving that he was different to the individual who shaped his preconceptions.

That private jet scene was *chef’s kiss*.

The epilogue already has me excited for Valentina’s book!
153 reviews
September 14, 2024
4.5 stars – Sinful Desires by Missy Walker is book 3 in Elite Heirs of Manhattan series. This story is about Miles and Aria. I loved Aria and didn’t like Miles from the first page. Miles follows Aria around Manhattan and doesn’t speak to her (makes you think stranger/stalker danger even when he is HOT). When he does decide to introduce himself to her, it’s “Hi, I’m your stepbrother Miles.” And the story flows from there. Aria and Miles have a ton of chemistry, and their relationship develops. The story has a very late twist, and we see Miles and Aria grow. Such a spicy story!

Such a good story with these tropes: stepbrother, enemies to lovers, forbidden love

A big Thank you to Missy Walker for allowing me to read an ARC!
Profile Image for Inge Mosch.
482 reviews10 followers
September 16, 2024
Oh dear, the beginning of this book was hard for me, I was sucked into the story right away but the feelings I had for Miles were so strong, and I mean the most ugly feelings. I loathed this man. why would he do these horrible things to this lovely family. As the story progressed, I got more understanding of him, but it really kept me on the edge of my seat.

I loved this story so much. It was considerably different from the other stories in this series but it was so good again! The pacing in this book is great and the length is really just right! Nothing is made unnecessarily long-winded, which keeps it exciting until the very last moment! And the spice was amazing too!

Missy has outdone herself again! Another very well-deserved 5-star review from me!

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652 reviews7 followers
September 28, 2024
Aria is finally approached by the person she has felt is stalking her. He turns out to be a stepbrother she never knew about. He introduces himself and she doesn’t trust him. So she is surprised when she gets home. To find him in her father’s office and he Introduces him to her. She knows Miles is up to no good. Her father lets him move in till he gets settled with his new office he has opened here since he has been living in England His mother has told him untruths about the time his mom was married to Arias. So as feelings between Miles and Aria starts she tries to fight them. His heart is in the line too since his plan is to cause problems for this family. Can they all get past the lies he has lives with and become a family this is a great read in this series
15 reviews
September 11, 2024
This book I quite different in that it takes a while for the twist to come which I really enjoyed. I really liked how Evie related to Miles and Rose once hearing could forgive him as she could see the reasons why he did what he did.

I also like the humanity in the rest of the characters and the fact that they welcomed him with no reason to be suspicious but that her dad was also in the wrong. It meant it wasn’t just one antihero taking all the hits.

Overall the love story is great and I think the fact that they build it to a place of trust which is then brought in the question in the worst way is a great change of pace for this series.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
23 reviews
September 11, 2024
Yet again missy didnt disappoint! I was so curious how this book would play out, from the tropes and the blurb. I was hooked from the first page and read it in the day i received it (arc copy) i couldn't stop as i had to see how it came to a head! I shouted at pages, was on the edge of my seat on most chapters, swooned, laughed and again grew to live the characters in a way missy only makes me do! At first i wasn't sure id love miles, but he was just so blindsided, brainwashed & still was brought to his knees by Aria :-) LOVED IT! The twist was perfect and so well played by missy! Your a genius author, thank you for another great read!
20 reviews
September 30, 2024
This is the third instalment in the Elite Heirs series. I was a little thrown by this book as I don’t think I’ve initially disliked a main character more and found it hard to see how it would navigate to a HEA. A ‘step brother’ or revenge plot isn’t something that would usually draw me in. However Missy has done it again - I don’t know why I would doubt her! As the story progresses it becomes more evident why Miles has the viewpoint he does and it turns into a great redemption as he falls for Aria despite his best intentions as she really sees him. A strong middle point for the series, very much looking forward to the next release. Beyond privileged to have been given an ARC
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345 reviews6 followers
September 14, 2024
Aria work with mother nonprofit organization. Then one day one day her father comes home and says she has a new stepbrother. Names Miles. He came as his mother was married to her dad. Her dad had figured out there was nothing good about him. Her father let all play out being friendly with Miles sisters getting friendly with him until he did something unthinkable..By that time Aria had feeling for him it to late. For weeks she stay in bed until her father came for her. He told her what he knew what had happen. Find out what happened next
2,730 reviews33 followers
September 19, 2024
This was awesome. Almost perfect. Such a great story.

This was about Aria, protected by her father her whole life, and her step brother Miles who wants her to get back at Aria's father.

Yes it was a forbidden romance between step children, but they aren't blood related. Their connection was dubious from the start, but Miles did warm up to me. Aria was very naive and she is what I couldn't really gel to. But they both worked in the end.

Well written, with a solid story and interesting plot. Very well done!!
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27 reviews1 follower
September 22, 2024
Sinful Desires is a wild, emotional ride from start to finish. Aria’s fiery determination to protect her family from her mysterious stepbrother, Miles, really pulled me in. Their chemistry is undeniable and watching them navigate their attraction while dealing with family secrets and Miles’ hidden agenda kept me hooked. I loved the tension between them, it’s intense, and every page leaves you wanting more. If you’re into steamy, forbidden romance with some serious drama, this book is a must-read!
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7 reviews
September 23, 2024
Missy’s writing is amazing! I normally wouldn’t rush to pick up a book with a step sibling trope, but this book was SO well written with that wonderful spice that Missy includes perfectly! I’m glad that Miles’ plan was discovered and he had to deal with the backlash for it. This way he recognizes what he has and how he should act to make sure he doesn’t lose Aria and the family again. I love that Missy includes real world lessons while also indulging our desires for lots of spice! This series is amazing and it’s so hard to wait between book releases!
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
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23 reviews
September 24, 2024
Okay, Missy Walker has done it again! I was in the middle of another book when this ARC popped into my inbox (😬)... I decided to pause my other book and read this. Little did I know I would DEVOUR this book. I read it all in one night (yes, I stayed up way too late reading on a work night... send coffee!!!)

Aria was confronted by Miles in the epilogue of Sweet Surrender, and I was so excited to see how they would go from enemies to lovers in this book! Their dislike and tension were everything from the beginning. Miles learning the truth was a total stomach dropping moment!
19 reviews
September 26, 2024
I finished this book in one sitting and couldn’t put it down! I really love the storylines of this series! I love me some Step-Brother romance too. I want to say more about the storyline, but don’t want to give any spoilers. I definitely wouldn’t mind having a Miles in my life. The bad boy look and motorcycle sure do something for me! AND the leadup to the next one…. I can’t wait! I’m so curious! If I had anything negative to say about this book is it was too short and I didn’t want it to end so soon. 😊
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30 reviews1 follower
September 27, 2024
I will admit I was a little nervous at the beginning of this one. Miles was written as an irredeemable villain and I wasn't sure anything would turn that around for me. As usual, Missy Walker proved me wrong, developing his character and the relationship with Aria to a place where I was rooting for them by the time s*** hit the fan.

This series continues to grow. LOVED seeing the interactions between Miles & Aria with MCs from previous books in this series. It was like catching up with old friends. Can't wait to see where the #EliteHeirs world goes next!
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299 reviews4 followers
October 7, 2024
This is the story of Miles & Aria. Aria has a strange feeling she is being stalked, she sees that guy but is unaware that he is her stepbrother, Miles. Miles is out for revenge for his mother due to the stories he was told by her while she raised him without his dad.
The attraction is strong between Miles & Aria no matter how wrong it is but it feels to right to them. That is until he strikes his revenge and crushes her heart. The ending will surprise you.
There are so many twist and turns. Secrets will be revealed. Must READ!!!
24 reviews
September 10, 2024
-Enemies to Lovers
-Stepbrother Romance

Sinful Desires - Book 3 of the Elite Heirs of Manhattan series did not disappoint! Miles is on his revenge mission and oh boy, it was easy to hate and love this sexy enemy. Aria is the beauty that brings Miles to his knees. Their chemistry is hot, he brings out the inner adrenaline junkie in her and she shows him what love & acceptance is. Another fabulous read by Missy Walker!
18 reviews
September 18, 2024
Overall I enjoyed Sinful Desires, but it did take me a little while to warm up to the stepbrother storyline and Miles. His upbringing and the lies told by his late mother really fueled his hatred for Aria’s family. But their undeniable attraction and passion came to the fore. And in the end, it was so good to see how Miles’ long held beliefs and hatred unravelled.

Looking forward to Valentina and Evan’s story in Book 4.
14 reviews
September 24, 2024
Sinful desires is a must read spicy book, I could not put the book down. Missy is a great writer and really pulls me into every story I have read, each one better than the last one which makes waiting on the next story even harder.

The full series so far has been incredible but sinful desire is a the best one yet which is definitely a page turner with plenty of twists in the story

Can't wait for the next book #4
23 reviews
September 25, 2024
This was an amazing book. Despite saying that, for me this was just a 4* book. It took me a bit to get into the storyline but when I reached that point it was a very enjoyable book. Comparing it to the other books in the series I think that the characters in this book just weren't really my cup of tea as they didn't catch me as much as the other personas in the books did. But apart from that, I had a good read again and still very grateful to be an ARC reader for Missy.
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9 reviews
September 26, 2024
Sinful Desires
Missy has outdone herself yet again! 🎉 Miles Young…. You’re gonna LOVE to hate him… until you just LOVE him! The relationship that develops as a push and pull, love / hate, wrong to right dynamic between Aria and Miles is just HOT 🔥🔥🔥. I especially loved how Aria was so torn between “doing the right thing” and giving into her most SINFUL DESIRES!! This is a MUST READ! #3 in the Heirs Series… WOW!! ❤
2 reviews
September 28, 2024
Sinful desires oh This book! Amazing story!. Not one ive read before with the step brother, From Enemies to lovers intresting to see where it ended up. Yet again missy books are ones you Can't put it down once you start. As always Missy's are the best books. I love this whole series! It has just right amount of everything you want in a book to keep you wanting more. I can't wait for more. Dont miss out on another great read. !
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29 reviews
September 28, 2024
I have read all this and the previous series leading up to this story and each one gets better. This one was a nice twist to the traditional story lines the Elite Men/Heirs Generally follow.

If you've read the Elite Men and know Magnus & Evelyn's story you'll probably be cursing at how wrong everything is going to go. If you haven't read their story it will still be a great plot line as Myles and Aria will keep you on your toes.
9 reviews
September 29, 2024
It has been amazing to watch all the character from The Elite Men of Manhattan grow and grow their families. I loved the twist of this book to bring back something from Magnus's past. It was really interesting to see the Nature vs Nurture play out in this book. Someone who is inherently good has been twisted to believe the lies spewed to them throughout their lives. Absolutely loved the ending and can't wait for the next book in the series!!!
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