Have you been paying attention, Eastside? Return to us as two worlds collide and learn the meaning of fate, coincidence, and destiny, or is it something else that has brought them together again—thousands of days, miles, and lifetimes later? Let the demons and angels introduce you to Dhanvika (Dhani) Gage, a woman broken by tragedy, led by her heart, and tortured by her dreams. Asher Rome was a man with one agenda until one night made him uncertain of everything. Seventeen years after they first met, Dhani and Asher cross paths again in Eastside, a town too small for both of them, but neither is able to move forward without the one secret each of them holds back. Who will find where their demons hide first? Who will give up? Or will they succumb to the secrets and demons that haunt them? Sloth is coming to Eastside. Are you ready to see yourself?
Dr. Sarah Monday is the author of the psychological romance series Code of Souls and a corporate business leader. Sarah is an Air Force veteran, a mother of three, and has a Doctorate in International Business. A nomad in life, she went to high school in Plano, TX, but she currently lives in Seattle, WA, with her witty husband, Ryan, and their Goldendoodle, Oscar.
When Sarah is not writing, she can be found snuggled on the couch with a glass of wine and Oscar reading, cooking for family and friends, or out and about in her own small town on the east side.
I just finished Where My Demons Hide, and it was the most emotional book in the Code of Souls series so far. Dhani and Asher’s story pulled me in right away, and the way Sloth was written felt very real and personal. This book was heavy at times but meaningful, and it’s my favorite of the series!
I remember in my late teens and 20’s thinking .. why are these terrible things happening to me and how will I possibly get through them to the other side… Am I being selfish or naive to think that I should be untouched by these horrible experiences? Well, I’m sure none of us like to experience hard times, but they are an inevitable part of life… and we really have two choices… let the darkness consume us or do our best to crawl out of the depths of the void and do our best to persevere..
That thought was constantly in my mind as I read this book… Where My Demons Hide by Dr. Sarah Monday. It is the 3rd book in her code of souls series and, honestly, it’s my favorite of the series so far! I had the honor of reading an advanced copy and here is my spoiler free review.
This book just encompasses so much. It is gut wrenching yet beautiful. It will take you on an emotional roller coaster with twists and an ending that will leave you mind blown. My heart was in my throat throughout the whole story and to say I was emotional is an understatement.
It delves into resiliency when life deals you a ruthless hand over and over. It takes you deep into the depths of sloth, one of the seven deadly sins, as well as the depths of the human soul. This book will rattle you to your bones and will keep you in a choke hold long after you finish reading it.
Monday has such a beautiful way with words that she somehow seems to reach into your chest and grab onto your heart, rip it out and put you back together again. She has a way of pulling you in and maintaining a strong hold on you even after you finish reading. She challenges you and your outlook on things in life. Her books are just so much more than stories.
Where My Demons Hide comes out October 4th of this year so you have plenty of time to read her first two books in the series.
Never have I had an author capture the meaning of “Sloth” in such a way that grips my emotions and makes me realize that I too at times in my life.
Dhanvika and Asher will capture your heart instantly while also making you scream “what are you waiting for?” It should come as so surprise that Dr. Monday will captivate you with her insight on SLOTH and bring out all the emotions that will rip you apart only to piece you back together.
Where My Demons Hide is top tier and my #1 in the Code of Souls series. With 4 more books to come i can’t wait to see what Dr. Monday does with her elegant writing next.
My soul forever touched by this story leaves me in awe of what’s to come and how when the journey is over how I will personally view the Seven Deadly Sins!
I think I’m ready to write this review. This being the third in a series. This book has by far stolen my heart broke me to tears, and then healed me in a way. I didn’t think possible. this book can easily be read as a standalone, though I do encourage you to read the first two books A Dance in the Devil‘s Arms and then How an Angel Dies in the meantime because this doesn’t come out till October 4 I cannot recommend it enough however I am in a bit of a book slump because nothing I have picked up has captured my attention the way Where my Demons Hide did. Dr. Sarah Monday has outdone herself once again!
Where My Demons Hide is the kind of book that crawls under your skin and refuses to leave. Dr. Sarah Monday doesn’t just write about Sloth… she redefines it, showing how it seeps into our lives as neglect, complacency, and the weight of what we avoid. Dhani and Asher’s story is heartbreaking, magnetic, and beautifully messy in all the ways that make you feel human.
This isn’t just a romance.. it’s an emotional storm that will leave you gutted, reflective, and in awe of Dr. Sarah Monday’s ability to turn pain into poetry. The third book in the Code of Souls series, and easily the one that left me reeling the most so far 😭😭 Top-tier writing, unforgettable characters, and a story that lingers long after you close the book I’m still shook!
Where My Demons hide is Book 3 in the Code of Souls series and while Sarah has done incredibly with all 3, very rudely making me reflect on my own life(lol). This one is by far my favorite, so far. They are interconnected and can be read in any order, but since they are in the same town of Eastside there are some character crossovers and call backs to characters from book 1 & 2.
In this book we reflect on Sloth and a deeper meaning than just being lazy or sluggish, but complacency to what is happening in your life and a deeper apathy and neglect of yourself. This one has me absolutely sobbing through a majority of the book as it hit me on so many personal levels.
I had the opportunity to read this early and cannot wait for October 4th so you can be introduced to Dhani and Asher and them reuniting after 17 years unable to move on from Eastside and one another while they both have their secrets and demons they hide.
Absolutely recommend Where My Deoms hide along with the other Code of Souls books as they are beautifully written and will bring you to your own self reflections.
I am not sure how to start this review. Well first let me say thank you for the ARC. This is my favorite book in this series so far. Dr. Monday's writing is different from anything I've read. The way she weaves this story had me so consumed with the need to know that I couldn't stop turning the pages. This was a beautifully, tragic, hopeful, story! The way I felt for these characters, I was invested in their lives, like I was a part of it, living it with them. The way this book made me question life, and the choices we make. I am not ready to be finished with this book! THANK YOU FOR THIS STORY!
If you like stories that feel like therapy and emotional chaos wrapped sexy sin…you need this book.
Where My Demons Hide: Sloth pulls you back into the Code of Souls world — where redemption doesn’t come cheap and the past never really lets go.
This time, it’s Dhanvika “Dhani” Gage and Asher Rome at the center of the story. The are two people carrying scars that don’t fade just because time moved on. Seventeen years after one night changed everything, they find themselves back in Eastside, face to face with the ghosts they’ve been running from.
Both are weighed down by secrets and regrets, trying to figure out if love can exist alongside the damage — or if some demons are meant to stay hidden. It’s raw, emotional, and unapologetically human. It’s the kind of story that hits you where it hurts and leaves you thinking about it long after you’ve closed the book.
I just finished Where My Demons Hide, and I’m honestly sitting here trying to catch my breath. This book hit me harder than I expected. It’s dark and emotional, but there’s also this quiet beauty that runs through it. I found myself thinking back to my own younger years, wondering how many times I’ve tried to make sense of the pain I didn’t deserve but still had to carry.
Dhani and Asher’s story felt real in a way that almost hurt. Their love, their regrets, their ghosts. It all tangled together in a way that made me reflect on my own choices and what it means to keep moving forward. The writing is so immersive that I could feel the weight of every moment.
It’s not just a story about love or loss. It’s about what it means to survive yourself. About the demons we hide and the ones we finally face. This book stayed with me long after I turned the last page, and honestly, I’m still thinking about it. Highly recommend this series if you love stories that make you feel everything.
I was not prepared for the whirlwind I would go through. As tragic as this book is I can’t explain the love I have for it. There are quotes in this book I will hold in my heart forever❣️