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Dirty Little Secret
I’ve been keeping secrets.
The kind I should never tell.
And on Halloween night, when three men hidden behind masks find me in the woods, they unravel them one by one.
They told me to run, but I love the chase.
I want them to hunt me.
I want them to find me.
The three strangers in the dark
And when I learn who the devils behind the masks are, my secrets are laid bare.
I want them to claim me.
Because the dirtier the secret.
The sweeter the sin.
The kind I should never tell.
And on Halloween night, when three men hidden behind masks find me in the woods, they unravel them one by one.
They told me to run, but I love the chase.
I want them to hunt me.
I want them to find me.
The three strangers in the dark
And when I learn who the devils behind the masks are, my secrets are laid bare.
I want them to claim me.
Because the dirtier the secret.
The sweeter the sin.
210 pages, Kindle Edition
Published September 1, 2025
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Samantha Barrett
52 books809 followersSamantha Barrett is originally from Auckland, New Zealand but living in Brisbane, Australia.
Sam writes all things dirty dark and delicious with a side of twisted mind fu*k.
She is a lover of all things red flags and an anti-hero is a must.
Sam writes all things dirty dark and delicious with a side of twisted mind fu*k.
She is a lover of all things red flags and an anti-hero is a must.
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August 28, 2025
⭐️4🌶️4💧0
Holy smut balls. Need yourself a spicy taboo stepbrother masked men novella? Look no further than this right here! The smut was certainly smutting with this one let me tell you! Theres an established MMM romance in this one before the FMC joins the dynamic. So if 3 guys getting dirty- FILTHY is more appropriate- then buckle up!!! Because you’re gonna need a cold shower after this one or a satisfyer pro like our FMC 🤣
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Holy smut balls. Need yourself a spicy taboo stepbrother masked men novella? Look no further than this right here! The smut was certainly smutting with this one let me tell you! Theres an established MMM romance in this one before the FMC joins the dynamic. So if 3 guys getting dirty- FILTHY is more appropriate- then buckle up!!! Because you’re gonna need a cold shower after this one or a satisfyer pro like our FMC 🤣
#dirtylittlesecret #samanthabarrett #octaviaknightly #smutreader #darkromancereader #steamybooks #bookrecs #steamyreads #audiobook #bookaholic #readingtime #bookshelf #instabooks #bookblogger #bookreview #booktok #reading #booklover #bookworm #booknerd #goodreads #aussiebookstagrammers #aussies #australianreaders #bookstagram #bookstagrammer #readersofinstagram #instabook #booksofinstagram #booksarelife #spicybooklover
August 25, 2025
ARC REVIEW: Dirty Little Secret by Samantha Barrett & Octavia Knightly
What happens when you toss three masked men and one woman into a book? You get one deliriously happy, feral Ryn frothing at the mouth. ✨ Add in the fact that TWO of those masked men are twins + sprinkle in a little taboo stepbrother goodness = I was practically vibrating with unholy joy.
This book was a sinful, sticky-fingered delight. Sam and Octavia? Yeah, they’ve got smut-writing down to a damn science. Like, Michelin-star smut chefs.
Our poor FMC has been repressed for way too long, but one fateful bonfire night? BOOM. She gets to explore every filthy fantasy with her stepbrothers and their bestie but in masks and she got no clue who’s who in the zoo :p . Ooooffff. This was the recipe for pure, gooey deliciousness, and I ate it up like a monster at a midnight buffet.
Then—because why not?—we throw in a little murder of the ex drama. Fast-paced, filthy, chaotic, and I could not peel my eyeballs off the page. I was DROOLING.
And then we hit the end… and excuse me??? HELLO?? CRYPT SEX TEASE?? You can’t just dangle that in front of me like a piece of candy and snatch it away! But fine, I’ll allow it—because now I am absolutely feral for book two.
Sinful. Fast. Masked. Taboo. Murder-y. Sexy. Consider me obsessed.
What happens when you toss three masked men and one woman into a book? You get one deliriously happy, feral Ryn frothing at the mouth. ✨ Add in the fact that TWO of those masked men are twins + sprinkle in a little taboo stepbrother goodness = I was practically vibrating with unholy joy.
This book was a sinful, sticky-fingered delight. Sam and Octavia? Yeah, they’ve got smut-writing down to a damn science. Like, Michelin-star smut chefs.
Our poor FMC has been repressed for way too long, but one fateful bonfire night? BOOM. She gets to explore every filthy fantasy with her stepbrothers and their bestie but in masks and she got no clue who’s who in the zoo :p . Ooooffff. This was the recipe for pure, gooey deliciousness, and I ate it up like a monster at a midnight buffet.
Then—because why not?—we throw in a little murder of the ex drama. Fast-paced, filthy, chaotic, and I could not peel my eyeballs off the page. I was DROOLING.
And then we hit the end… and excuse me??? HELLO?? CRYPT SEX TEASE?? You can’t just dangle that in front of me like a piece of candy and snatch it away! But fine, I’ll allow it—because now I am absolutely feral for book two.
Sinful. Fast. Masked. Taboo. Murder-y. Sexy. Consider me obsessed.
August 27, 2025
Three masked men. One woman. Twins. Stepbrother taboo. Pure filthy chaos.
Michelin-star smut chefs Sam & Octavia serve up fast, sticky, murder-laced heat I devoured.
And that crypt sex tease at the end? I’m feral for book two.
Sinful. Masked. Taboo. Obsessed.
Michelin-star smut chefs Sam & Octavia serve up fast, sticky, murder-laced heat I devoured.
And that crypt sex tease at the end? I’m feral for book two.
Sinful. Masked. Taboo. Obsessed.
August 28, 2025
“Look at you, Little Viper. Your mouth says you don’t want this, but I bet that pretty little cunt of yours is dripping, trembling for us to touch it.”
Spiciest book I’ve read in a WHILE!!!
The dedication in the beginning of this book, lemme tell you… they weren’t KIDDING!!🥵🥵 I’ll start off by saying I scored a last second ARC (thank you Sarah, you the real MVP🙌🏼) and I jumped in blind without reading the whole blurb. And let me tell you this little book was the best surprise of my LIFE!!
The FMC has had enough with her lame boyfriend and lackluster sexlife, and is craving something a little more…thrilling. Little does she know that a certain someone already knows what that something is. Or should I say someone’s.. Two tall dark and downright sinful step-brothers, who happen to be twins, and their equally delicious best friend have had their eyes on her for years. Turn up the heat with an established, undeniably filthy relationship between the three men, and you have a recipe for soaked panties and some new batteries in your favorite vibrating friend. 🔋
Throw in some masked men, a Halloween trollop through the forest, a murder, and lots and LOTS of pleasure and top-tier filthy talk, and you’ve got one of the most unforgettable books you’ve read in quite some time!!
This book is fast-paced, dark, and delicious. I couldn’t rip my eyes from the pages, and it’s going to live rent free in my head for a LONG time. Samantha and Octavia have started a wildfire with this book and it’s going to rage out of control until we can get our hands on book 2. This book had me FERAL and I have zero shame about it🫠🖤
Spiciest book I’ve read in a WHILE!!!
The dedication in the beginning of this book, lemme tell you… they weren’t KIDDING!!🥵🥵 I’ll start off by saying I scored a last second ARC (thank you Sarah, you the real MVP🙌🏼) and I jumped in blind without reading the whole blurb. And let me tell you this little book was the best surprise of my LIFE!!
The FMC has had enough with her lame boyfriend and lackluster sexlife, and is craving something a little more…thrilling. Little does she know that a certain someone already knows what that something is. Or should I say someone’s.. Two tall dark and downright sinful step-brothers, who happen to be twins, and their equally delicious best friend have had their eyes on her for years. Turn up the heat with an established, undeniably filthy relationship between the three men, and you have a recipe for soaked panties and some new batteries in your favorite vibrating friend. 🔋
Throw in some masked men, a Halloween trollop through the forest, a murder, and lots and LOTS of pleasure and top-tier filthy talk, and you’ve got one of the most unforgettable books you’ve read in quite some time!!
This book is fast-paced, dark, and delicious. I couldn’t rip my eyes from the pages, and it’s going to live rent free in my head for a LONG time. Samantha and Octavia have started a wildfire with this book and it’s going to rage out of control until we can get our hands on book 2. This book had me FERAL and I have zero shame about it🫠🖤
October 3, 2025
I liked this book for the most part, but I was also disappointed because I wanted more details and build up. I realize now after having read it that it's a novella. Things happened a little too fast for me. The spice was top-notch. I just wanted more.
September 9, 2025
Quick, taboo and super spicy.
The first spicy scene gave me the ick (iykyk) but otherwise I enjoyed the story.
The first spicy scene gave me the ick (iykyk) but otherwise I enjoyed the story.
December 9, 2025
Wow but I love me some masked men. I absolutely loved this book.
This was so hot and steamy ... I can't wait for the next one.
This was so hot and steamy ... I can't wait for the next one.
September 1, 2025
Holy smokes!!! I devoured this book so fast. It’s perfection!!! The spice the forbidden relationship..not to mention twins and their best friend (cough cough…yes the twins and their friend has the hots for the twins stepsister) be ready to change underwear more than once. Pencil in multiple cold showers and alone time or time with partner…
October 26, 2025
This book was so spicy. I love Octavia Knightly’s books. She’s an amazing writer. And this is the first Samantha Barrette book I have read. And both of them are amazing authors. If you love masked men and MMMF with twin brothers, step-siblings and the brother’s best friend. I would definitely recommend it and check the trigger warnings before reading it.
August 25, 2025
'Are you ready, Little Viper? Charge that vibrator and enjoy this one handed read because we all know you’ll be tickling that clit after chapter one."
Oh boy Am I ready! Another great read...short dirty and totally taboo!
Savannah has always wanted her twin step brothers, Reign and Kale and their best friend Jaxson.
Having a boy friend that doesn't fulfil her in the dark desires that she so badly needs, she fantasises about her three men.
The feelings are reciprocated, and unbeknown to Savannah, Kale, Reign and Jaxson decide that they have waited long enough for their "little viper" that they are going to take what is theirs.
A Brilliantly written story of hidden sexual fantasies that they make come true....even if they hide behind masks. Who doesn't love the thrill of being chased in the woods by three strangers in masks!?
They make her theirs in every way and the heat from their encounters is off the charts hot.
Savannah falls for her three strangers in masks, even wishing that they were her stepbrothers and their friend.
A MMMF open relationship as Reign, Kale and Jax make sure that Savannah will never forget them
Secrets kept are always eventually revealed. So when Savannah uncovers their dirty little secret, she feels as if she has been made a fool of. She cannot believe that they would hide their identities from her when they have had plenty of opportunity to reveal themselves to her.
The conclusion is epic. A death in the family brings Savannah closer to her mother, who reassures Savannah to follow her heart.
Does she accept her guys with masks or without?
The realisation that Kale, Reign and Jax will not rest until they have Savannah leads to them fighting for her the only way they know how. Hidden behind their masks!
A Filthy 5 stars from me. Just cannot get enough of these #Filthy novellas!
Oh boy Am I ready! Another great read...short dirty and totally taboo!
Savannah has always wanted her twin step brothers, Reign and Kale and their best friend Jaxson.
Having a boy friend that doesn't fulfil her in the dark desires that she so badly needs, she fantasises about her three men.
The feelings are reciprocated, and unbeknown to Savannah, Kale, Reign and Jaxson decide that they have waited long enough for their "little viper" that they are going to take what is theirs.
A Brilliantly written story of hidden sexual fantasies that they make come true....even if they hide behind masks. Who doesn't love the thrill of being chased in the woods by three strangers in masks!?
They make her theirs in every way and the heat from their encounters is off the charts hot.
Savannah falls for her three strangers in masks, even wishing that they were her stepbrothers and their friend.
A MMMF open relationship as Reign, Kale and Jax make sure that Savannah will never forget them
Secrets kept are always eventually revealed. So when Savannah uncovers their dirty little secret, she feels as if she has been made a fool of. She cannot believe that they would hide their identities from her when they have had plenty of opportunity to reveal themselves to her.
The conclusion is epic. A death in the family brings Savannah closer to her mother, who reassures Savannah to follow her heart.
Does she accept her guys with masks or without?
The realisation that Kale, Reign and Jax will not rest until they have Savannah leads to them fighting for her the only way they know how. Hidden behind their masks!
A Filthy 5 stars from me. Just cannot get enough of these #Filthy novellas!
September 3, 2025
Whose secret are we talking about here? So many secrets lie in this story.
She is being chased in the woods by 3 masked men. Scary? Yeah but also extremely hot. And she’s here for it. And when they catch her she enjoys their spoils.
Savannah is the FMC and Kale, Reign and Jackson are the 3 MMCs, Kale and Reign happen to be her stepbrothers and Jackson their friend. She has wanted them for years, as they have her.
Finally they have her but they are keeping themselves hidden. The thrill of her not knowing that her masked men are her family and friend is thrilling, for all involved.
——————————
This book was a ride and a half. The danger, the heat, the passion, the longing and the chase of course.
The smut is high and it is hot. This is my first MMFM and it didn’t disappoint. Reading that both brothers having relations with Jackson was hot! Then add Savannah to the mix and the heat ramps up ten fold.
The boys instinct to protect Savannah leads them to make certain choices they may not have made before. But as always when there’s secrets, they’re bound to come out….eventually.
Savannahs friend Riley is a great addition to the story as she keeps Savannah in check and propels her forward to be brave and free.
Inside the main story were a lot of little micro stories that are yet to be told and I for one can’t wait for them to be told.
I could say more but I don’t wanna spoil it.
Samantha and Octavia’s collab was the bomb. Samantha writes a lot of darker books with many settings. Octavia debut novel, Wreck and Ruin, about the Little Mermaid retelling was awesome and she has followed it up well with this book.
If I could give it more stars I would. Bring on book 2
I was given this book as an E-arc in exchange for my honest opinion.
She is being chased in the woods by 3 masked men. Scary? Yeah but also extremely hot. And she’s here for it. And when they catch her she enjoys their spoils.
Savannah is the FMC and Kale, Reign and Jackson are the 3 MMCs, Kale and Reign happen to be her stepbrothers and Jackson their friend. She has wanted them for years, as they have her.
Finally they have her but they are keeping themselves hidden. The thrill of her not knowing that her masked men are her family and friend is thrilling, for all involved.
——————————
This book was a ride and a half. The danger, the heat, the passion, the longing and the chase of course.
The smut is high and it is hot. This is my first MMFM and it didn’t disappoint. Reading that both brothers having relations with Jackson was hot! Then add Savannah to the mix and the heat ramps up ten fold.
The boys instinct to protect Savannah leads them to make certain choices they may not have made before. But as always when there’s secrets, they’re bound to come out….eventually.
Savannahs friend Riley is a great addition to the story as she keeps Savannah in check and propels her forward to be brave and free.
Inside the main story were a lot of little micro stories that are yet to be told and I for one can’t wait for them to be told.
I could say more but I don’t wanna spoil it.
Samantha and Octavia’s collab was the bomb. Samantha writes a lot of darker books with many settings. Octavia debut novel, Wreck and Ruin, about the Little Mermaid retelling was awesome and she has followed it up well with this book.
If I could give it more stars I would. Bring on book 2
I was given this book as an E-arc in exchange for my honest opinion.
August 30, 2025
IF YOU LIKE' EM DIRTY, TWISTED, & DEPRAVED THIS ONE IS FOR YOU!!!
This one was seamlessly written by two amazing authors who didn't spare one ounce of naughty wickedly depraved moments here. So yes this is definitely classified as a one-handed read for all those why choose girlies looking for something dark & deliciously depraved it's a must read now!!
You can expect a whole lot of smutty goodness here with a slight twist that leads to even more depravity and questioning if you need to take a dip in some holy water to cleanse off all this filthy goodness lol. So if you want something that has not one but three hot masked men bringing some spooky season vibes along with some tabooish/forbidden moments you definitely need to one click this one ASAP!! I can't wait to see what these two bring next that's for sure.
What you can expect is why choose vibes, MMFM, tabooish/forbidden romance, depraved spice, kinks, sharing is caring, dark themes, forced proximity, masked men, spooky season vibes, and a few twists that lead to a twisted HEA ending. So if this sounds like your jam then grab it and let this naughty steamy depraved world engulf you from start to finish.
Overall: 5/☆☆☆☆☆
Spice: 🌶🌶🌶🌶🌶
This one was seamlessly written by two amazing authors who didn't spare one ounce of naughty wickedly depraved moments here. So yes this is definitely classified as a one-handed read for all those why choose girlies looking for something dark & deliciously depraved it's a must read now!!
You can expect a whole lot of smutty goodness here with a slight twist that leads to even more depravity and questioning if you need to take a dip in some holy water to cleanse off all this filthy goodness lol. So if you want something that has not one but three hot masked men bringing some spooky season vibes along with some tabooish/forbidden moments you definitely need to one click this one ASAP!! I can't wait to see what these two bring next that's for sure.
What you can expect is why choose vibes, MMFM, tabooish/forbidden romance, depraved spice, kinks, sharing is caring, dark themes, forced proximity, masked men, spooky season vibes, and a few twists that lead to a twisted HEA ending. So if this sounds like your jam then grab it and let this naughty steamy depraved world engulf you from start to finish.
Overall: 5/☆☆☆☆☆
Spice: 🌶🌶🌶🌶🌶
September 1, 2025
This book blew me away,
Well to start I'm going to tell you that I thought this was a truly incredible book and I absolutely loved it!! However, this book is NOT FOR EVERYONE, and you really need to keep that in mind before you decide to read it. This book does have a trigger warning and I highly encourage you to pay attention to it because there are triggers here (actually a lot of them). So please take care of you and if in doubt, Don't...just DON'T try to read this book. Also, if you are not a reader that embraces the darkness and the forbidden with wide open arms and mind, then this book is just as big of a NO-NO for you. Let's keep these things in mind and keep everyone satisfied, safe and happy.
Now those who like Dirty be ready for the twisted , sizzling hot , and jaw dropping scenes. Jackson, and the Hot Twins Reign and Kale are determine to make Savannah theirs.
Samantha Barrett and Octavia Knightly has had blew this one out of the water!! They have delivered not only a really sexy book, but also amazing characters and story. I absolutely love Reign🔥 MMFM
Well to start I'm going to tell you that I thought this was a truly incredible book and I absolutely loved it!! However, this book is NOT FOR EVERYONE, and you really need to keep that in mind before you decide to read it. This book does have a trigger warning and I highly encourage you to pay attention to it because there are triggers here (actually a lot of them). So please take care of you and if in doubt, Don't...just DON'T try to read this book. Also, if you are not a reader that embraces the darkness and the forbidden with wide open arms and mind, then this book is just as big of a NO-NO for you. Let's keep these things in mind and keep everyone satisfied, safe and happy.
Now those who like Dirty be ready for the twisted , sizzling hot , and jaw dropping scenes. Jackson, and the Hot Twins Reign and Kale are determine to make Savannah theirs.
Samantha Barrett and Octavia Knightly has had blew this one out of the water!! They have delivered not only a really sexy book, but also amazing characters and story. I absolutely love Reign🔥 MMFM
September 11, 2025
4⭐ 5🌶️
Savannah has a pretty average if not crappy life mainly due to her useless boyfriend. Not only has he looked down on her for voicing her desires, he probably couldn't fulfill them anyway.
Her twin stepbrothers and their best friend look like they could fill her needs though and as much as she tries to deny her attraction to them, telling herself it's wrong, it just keeps growing.
After she sees her boyfriend cheating on her at a party she wonders off for some alone time and that's when three masked men find her and her life changes.
This book was amazing, at first it felt very similar to a lot of the other masked men stories I've read (if it ain't broken don't fix it) but as it progresses the storyline grew into something almost as intense as the spice scenes. Hot and dirty spice (I'm talking about multiple POV and more than one chapter long 🥵), relatable FMC, morally grey men and some dark themes/twists mixed in too.
Any masked men fan would be a fool to pass up the opportunity to read this book.
Savannah has a pretty average if not crappy life mainly due to her useless boyfriend. Not only has he looked down on her for voicing her desires, he probably couldn't fulfill them anyway.
Her twin stepbrothers and their best friend look like they could fill her needs though and as much as she tries to deny her attraction to them, telling herself it's wrong, it just keeps growing.
After she sees her boyfriend cheating on her at a party she wonders off for some alone time and that's when three masked men find her and her life changes.
This book was amazing, at first it felt very similar to a lot of the other masked men stories I've read (if it ain't broken don't fix it) but as it progresses the storyline grew into something almost as intense as the spice scenes. Hot and dirty spice (I'm talking about multiple POV and more than one chapter long 🥵), relatable FMC, morally grey men and some dark themes/twists mixed in too.
Any masked men fan would be a fool to pass up the opportunity to read this book.
September 21, 2025
This book blew me away,
Well to start I'm going to tell you that I thought this was a truly incredible book and I absolutely loved it!! However, this book is NOT FOR EVERYONE, and you really need to keep that in mind before you decide to read it. This book does have a trigger warning and I highly encourage you to pay attention to it because there are triggers here (actually a lot of them). So please take care of you and if in doubt, Don't...just DON'T try to read this book. Also, if you are not a reader that embraces the darkness and the forbidden with wide open arms and mind, then this book is just as big of a NO-NO for you. Let's keep these things in mind and keep everyone satisfied, safe and happy.
Now those who like Dirty be ready for the twisted , sizzling hot , and jaw dropping scenes. Jackson, and the Hot Twins Reign and Kale are determine to make Savannah theirs.
Samantha Barrett and Octavia Knightly has had blew this one out of the water!! They have delivered not only a really sexy book, but also amazing characters and story. I absolutely love Reign🔥 MMFM
Well to start I'm going to tell you that I thought this was a truly incredible book and I absolutely loved it!! However, this book is NOT FOR EVERYONE, and you really need to keep that in mind before you decide to read it. This book does have a trigger warning and I highly encourage you to pay attention to it because there are triggers here (actually a lot of them). So please take care of you and if in doubt, Don't...just DON'T try to read this book. Also, if you are not a reader that embraces the darkness and the forbidden with wide open arms and mind, then this book is just as big of a NO-NO for you. Let's keep these things in mind and keep everyone satisfied, safe and happy.
Now those who like Dirty be ready for the twisted , sizzling hot , and jaw dropping scenes. Jackson, and the Hot Twins Reign and Kale are determine to make Savannah theirs.
Samantha Barrett and Octavia Knightly has had blew this one out of the water!! They have delivered not only a really sexy book, but also amazing characters and story. I absolutely love Reign🔥 MMFM
September 22, 2025
Just finished Dirty Little Secret and whew—it’s a dark, twisted, delicious ride. The moment Belle finds herself in the woods, surrounded by masked men, it’s clear this isn’t going to be simple. Secrets she’s been keeping (ones she should never admit) begin unraveling in the most dangerous ways. Samantha Barrett and Octavia Knightly pull you into a world where every hidden truth is a weapon, every mask hides betrayal, and the tension is sharp enough to cut.
What makes this one stick with you is the balance between fear, confusion, and that burning attraction. The characters aren’t just falling for each other—they’re clinging, surviving, and each moment of vulnerability feels earned. The mystery around what Belle doesn’t want to reveal keeps you flipping pages, and the passion between the characters scorches. If you like romance wrapped in intrigue, forbidden secrets, and danger hiding behind every whisper—this one’s for you.
What makes this one stick with you is the balance between fear, confusion, and that burning attraction. The characters aren’t just falling for each other—they’re clinging, surviving, and each moment of vulnerability feels earned. The mystery around what Belle doesn’t want to reveal keeps you flipping pages, and the passion between the characters scorches. If you like romance wrapped in intrigue, forbidden secrets, and danger hiding behind every whisper—this one’s for you.
September 2, 2025
I absolutely adored this book! It features three masked men—twins and their best friend—who all fall for the same girl: the twins’ stepsister. Why not? There's also a Halloween escapade through the forest, a murder, and plenty of thrilling and risqué dialogue. The story includes several twists and turns, culminating in a happily ever after (HEA). Jackson, Reign, and Kale quickly became my favorites; it’s impossible to choose just one as the best book boyfriend. I appreciated how this perfect book struck a balance; it wasn't too short or too long, yet it got straight to the point, telling a captivating story from start to finish. I thoroughly enjoyed this read—it was truly a chef’s kiss moment! I eagerly await the second book. Samantha and Octavia’s writing style blends beautifully together, and I highly recommend this book!
September 3, 2025
Dirty Little Secret by Samantha Barrett & Octavia Knightly
3.5 - 5 stars
Dirty Little Secret is book 1 in The Devils You Know series written by Samantha Barrett and Octavia Knightly. Follow the FMC Savannah on a journey of fulfilling fantasies with the MMC’s Kale, Reign and Jackson. It all started on Halloween night when three masked men find her in the woods and claim her.
Smut, smut, smut and a sprinkle of side plot happening around it … but hey who’s complaining about that? Not me and certainly not you either I bet if you’re considering this book. Which you should consider.. very much so because it’s short, sweet and SPICY if you’re looking for a quick read that’s good!
The dynamic between the main characters are well written and it’s great how you get multiple points of view to see the story from everyone’s perspective.
3.5 - 5 stars
Dirty Little Secret is book 1 in The Devils You Know series written by Samantha Barrett and Octavia Knightly. Follow the FMC Savannah on a journey of fulfilling fantasies with the MMC’s Kale, Reign and Jackson. It all started on Halloween night when three masked men find her in the woods and claim her.
Smut, smut, smut and a sprinkle of side plot happening around it … but hey who’s complaining about that? Not me and certainly not you either I bet if you’re considering this book. Which you should consider.. very much so because it’s short, sweet and SPICY if you’re looking for a quick read that’s good!
The dynamic between the main characters are well written and it’s great how you get multiple points of view to see the story from everyone’s perspective.
September 3, 2025
Dirty Little Secret is exactly what I crave in a short novella: fast-paced, feral spice, and masked men who fall first and fall hard. 🖤
Savannah Carter is keeping secrets—the kind that taste sweeter the dirtier they get. And on Halloween night, those secrets are ripped open by three masked men who tell her to run. She does… but she wants to be caught.
This is everything:
🕸️ Why Choose perfection (MMFM done right)
🕸️ Stepbrothers + their boyfriend (the dynamic is 🔥🔥🔥)
🕸️ Primal chase that feels like oxygen
🕸️ They. Fall. First.
Samantha Barrett is already a goddess in my library, but teaming up with Octavia Knightly was next-level. I devoured it in one sitting and immediately wanted to reread.
Savannah Carter is keeping secrets—the kind that taste sweeter the dirtier they get. And on Halloween night, those secrets are ripped open by three masked men who tell her to run. She does… but she wants to be caught.
This is everything:
🕸️ Why Choose perfection (MMFM done right)
🕸️ Stepbrothers + their boyfriend (the dynamic is 🔥🔥🔥)
🕸️ Primal chase that feels like oxygen
🕸️ They. Fall. First.
Samantha Barrett is already a goddess in my library, but teaming up with Octavia Knightly was next-level. I devoured it in one sitting and immediately wanted to reread.
September 7, 2025
I was in the mood for a Halloween book and this absolutely hit the spot - why choose, twin stepbrothers + their best friend, masked men, primal scenes, touch her & die... literally, takes place at a Halloween bonfire party. Plus it's a quick and easy read at only a little over 200 pages, most of which are spicy scenes, hahaha.
The guys were all great. I absolutely adore how much love they have between the three of them, in addition to their love for Savannah. I was happy to see that those relationships didn't take a backseat to their relationships with her as the book progressed.
Definitely a perfect Halloween-time read. And now I'm dying for book two, which will hopefully be River's story. :)
The guys were all great. I absolutely adore how much love they have between the three of them, in addition to their love for Savannah. I was happy to see that those relationships didn't take a backseat to their relationships with her as the book progressed.
Definitely a perfect Halloween-time read. And now I'm dying for book two, which will hopefully be River's story. :)
September 1, 2025
Three masked man chasing they little viper through the woods? And this viper having a sharp bite? Stepbrother and best friend? Then this book is for you. It is a short read but I love that the main female character wasn't compliant completely. She had her own little sting that she does with the three masks men. I loved the attitude Savannah has to these men. This is the first time I actually read where the girl gives them attitude back and wants control of the situation. I also do like that you get all of their POV, But you get to see the boys relationships with each other and how they are connected. If you like step brothers and their best friends and their girl this book for you.
September 2, 2025
Oh Lord this book lol. Phew 🫣 Savannah’s mom is getting married and now she has two soon to be stepbrothers Kale n Reign (twins) and they have a best friend Jackson. They hate her boyfriend and want revenge for what he did. Savannah breaks up with her bf Blake because yup he cheated. Her bff River convinces her to go to a college Halloween party at a club. Three masked men appear and stalk her. And oh how delicious it gets. Let’s just say all her DIRTY LITTLE desires get sated. This book is a short read and to the point. This collaboration with Samantha Barrett and Octavia Knightly was amazing on so many levels. WTG ladies , great job.
September 2, 2025
Any normal personal would be scared half to death being chased on Halloween night by 3 masked men, but nope not Savannah, it’s everything she dreamed of and a hell of a lot more. Halloween night turned into many more nights with her masked men, who she imagined were her step brothers and best friend. Unbeknownst to her, her wishes were a reality. Nothing comes between these men and their Savvy, not even her bf. Things take a turn and next thing there are 2 dead people…….. Please Please Please read this, you will not be disappointed and like me begging for book 2. Another corker from Samantha Barrett.
September 3, 2025
ARC BOOK REVIEW
Dirty Little Secret by Samantha Barrett and Octavia Knightly
Stars: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Spice: 🌶🌶🌶🌶
Dark: 🖤🖤🖤🖤
Recommend: 🤌🏽🤌🏽🤌🏽🤌🏽🤌🏽
Where's my 3 guys? 😭😭😭
This was such a perfect read. I couldn’t get enough of Reign, Kale, and Jackson were everything and more. The relationship they had with each other and the one they craved the Savy was so worth what they went through to get it.
This book had everything. Spice, Possessive MMC's, Touch her and well you know. The chemistry between them was genuine and pure and so darn spicy. Whew. I want my own three guys, cuz darnit that sound effing amazing and spicy af.
Definitely recommend this book.
Dirty Little Secret by Samantha Barrett and Octavia Knightly
Stars: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Spice: 🌶🌶🌶🌶
Dark: 🖤🖤🖤🖤
Recommend: 🤌🏽🤌🏽🤌🏽🤌🏽🤌🏽
Where's my 3 guys? 😭😭😭
This was such a perfect read. I couldn’t get enough of Reign, Kale, and Jackson were everything and more. The relationship they had with each other and the one they craved the Savy was so worth what they went through to get it.
This book had everything. Spice, Possessive MMC's, Touch her and well you know. The chemistry between them was genuine and pure and so darn spicy. Whew. I want my own three guys, cuz darnit that sound effing amazing and spicy af.
Definitely recommend this book.
October 16, 2025
Ever thine, ever mine, ever ours.
If you're looking to be chased through the woods by three hot masked men, this might need to be your next spicy read. Savannah is so over the way her boyfriend treats her and wants someone who really desires her. She's ready to move on and have some fun without the shame. Her twin stepbrothers and their best friend / secret boyfriend are tired of waiting around. They're ready to make their move with Savy. And what better way than with their masks on in the woods during a Halloween party?
Get ready for some dirty, spicy, dark, taboo fun with this one. Check those triggers just to be on the safe side though.
If you're looking to be chased through the woods by three hot masked men, this might need to be your next spicy read. Savannah is so over the way her boyfriend treats her and wants someone who really desires her. She's ready to move on and have some fun without the shame. Her twin stepbrothers and their best friend / secret boyfriend are tired of waiting around. They're ready to make their move with Savy. And what better way than with their masks on in the woods during a Halloween party?
Get ready for some dirty, spicy, dark, taboo fun with this one. Check those triggers just to be on the safe side though.
August 28, 2025
Short, wicked, dark, dirty and so freaking hot!
Read this in an evening, not one handed as my kids were in and out, but the the next time I do….
I can’t think of anything I didn’t like about this book, the twins and Jax were so hot, both together and with Savannah. The mm and m scenes were incredibly hot, and I loved how Jac went from submissive to dominant as the situation progressed. Loved the family dinner, didn’t think Savy would put it all out there.
The bad people got what they deserved, so did the good.
And now I want to know about River!
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️
Read this in an evening, not one handed as my kids were in and out, but the the next time I do….
I can’t think of anything I didn’t like about this book, the twins and Jax were so hot, both together and with Savannah. The mm and m scenes were incredibly hot, and I loved how Jac went from submissive to dominant as the situation progressed. Loved the family dinner, didn’t think Savy would put it all out there.
The bad people got what they deserved, so did the good.
And now I want to know about River!
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️
August 30, 2025
Dirty Little Secret….......the title pretty much sums up this short, spicy and wicked tale about a girl and the three masked men she secretly craves!!! You will be glued to the pages as you devour this book full of taboo, forbidden love mixed in with a little murder, suspense and drama for extra fun. If you like primal play, step siblings, smoking hot twin brothers and their best friend with scenes that will make your kindle combust, then this is the book for you. The ending will have you looking forward to book two - can't wait to read more about River!!!!
September 8, 2025
I have to say, I found this book absolutely amazing and I really enjoyed it! That said, it’s important to note that this book isn’t for everyone, so keep that in mind before diving in. It comes with a trigger warning, and I strongly advise you to heed it, as there are numerous triggers throughout the story. If you have any doubts about your comfort level, it’s best to skip this one. Additionally, if you’re not someone who welcomes dark and taboo themes, this book might not be the right fit for you. Let’s keep these considerations in mind to ensure everyone stays safe and happy.
September 10, 2025
The perfect Halloween read, with three masked men chasing through a forest - and what a chase 🥵
This book was a phenomenally spicy, absolute perfection.
I felt for the FMC that was stuck with a loser that was extremely vanilla in the bedroom, he might be a popular guy but that doesn’t mean he is any good in the bedroom.
Then there’s the stepbrothers and their BFF, all with a hidden obsession for our FMC.
So much happens for a novella, it is chock full of sin, and spicy scenes.
I honestly couldn’t put it down - totally obsessed with this book and will definitely be on my reread list.
This book was a phenomenally spicy, absolute perfection.
I felt for the FMC that was stuck with a loser that was extremely vanilla in the bedroom, he might be a popular guy but that doesn’t mean he is any good in the bedroom.
Then there’s the stepbrothers and their BFF, all with a hidden obsession for our FMC.
So much happens for a novella, it is chock full of sin, and spicy scenes.
I honestly couldn’t put it down - totally obsessed with this book and will definitely be on my reread list.
October 25, 2025
This wasn’t it for me he have liked the sinners series and thought this would fall into that category but in the other books yes the men were sexual and even loved each other but it felt like the FMC was still an important part of the group this was not like that. Yeah they supposedly loved her but she felt like an after thought here, I mean they got tattoos without her and I feel like they would have been fine just them three. I don’t mind that good for them but personally I like it to feel more like one whole group.
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