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One Night Scandal

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One touch. One moment. One night.

That’s all it was meant to be.

One crazy night in a masked sex club for my birthday.

I knew it was going to be a wild night full of temptation, lust and pushing the boundaries of my deepest desires. What I didn’t see coming was the man who had me tied up one moment, was the same sitting at my dining room table twelve hours later.

My sister’s boyfriend.

It was a mistake. One that I swore would never happen again…until the temptation was too great and I found myself crossing lines I didn’t think I was capable of.

It’s forbidden, wrong, and one hell of a Scandal. He isn’t mine, but I’m taking him anyways. We were never meant to be just a One Night Stand.

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Expected publication February 17, 2026

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Katelyn Taylor

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Katelyn Taylor writes dark and contemporary romance and is known for twisted love stories with toe-curling smut, heart-breaking angst & plot twists that keep readers up all night.

If you like your romance with a side of unhingedness & spice, get ready to cry from your eyes to your thighs.

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77 reviews3 followers
February 10, 2026
UMMM KATELYN GIRL… I was ready for a spicy, steamy book (which I did get) but I also got FREAKING WHIPLASH from those plot twists 😦

I absolutely loved this book. I think the way I inhaled it, proves that. This book follows Cassi and Nico. They meet one night at a s3x club and later find out that Nico is Cassi’s sisters long term boyfriend. They try to fight their feelings for each other but… well you know how that goes. This book was so freaking good. I absolutely love Cassi. She is funny and witty. Nico is a MAN 🥵 I loved the banter between Cassi and Nico. And the tension between those two… oh my. 😮‍💨 Like I said, I was fully prepared for this book to be steamy but Katelyn hit us with MULTIPLE plot twists that had my jaw on the floor. The ending had me f*cking flabber ghasted. This book just might be my favorite from Katelyn so far. I highly recommend this book!

Thank you so much to Katelyn and her team for allowing me to be an ARC reader for this book. One of the easiest 5 stars I’ve given out. 🫶🏽
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29 reviews
Review of advance copy received from Author
February 9, 2026
I was absolutely thrilled to be selected as an ARC reader of this book. Having adored the first book in the series (One Night Seduction), I couldn’t wait to discover what fate had in store for Cassi on the night of her 21st birthday, and it did not disappoint!

On the night of Cassi Fischer’s 21st birthday, instead of hitting the clubs like most, she and her two best friends plunge headfirst into the shadows of a masked sex club. It’s a single, reckless night to surrender every inhibition and let forbidden desires take over.

But the masked man Cassi chooses for her night of passion turns out to be her sister’s boyfriend. The chemistry between Nico and Cassi is incendiary, and the taboo only heightens the thrill. When reality crashes in, her sister Carly parades Nico in front of the family, and the magic of their night together is instantly tainted.

Forced to spend the week together, tensions skyrocket. Their banter crackles with sharp, witty, relentless chemistry. Cassi throws every jab with a smirk, never giving Nico a moment’s peace, matching every quip and challenge he fires back. The air between them is charged; each exchanges a battle of wills that leaves neither willing to back down.

Nico bristles with jealousy as Cassi’s ex-boyfriend tries to worm his way back into her life. Nico’s possessiveness borders on obsession; in his eyes, Cassi is his, even if he’s still technically with her sister. But with a sister like Carly, self-entitled, spoiled, and gold-digging to her core, it’s no wonder Nico’s loyalty is paper-thin, especially with their toxic, on-again, off-again relationship on the verge of destruction.

The spice is absolutely sizzling when Cassi and Nico finally give in to the explosive tension that’s been smouldering since her birthday. Every stolen touch and lingering glance is off-the-charts hot, and when they finally cross the line, it’s everything I’d been waiting for: raw, intense, and utterly addictive. I only wish there had been even more steam (I know I’m thirsty 🌶️), because with chemistry like theirs, a little extra page time would have been pure heaven.

The only aspect that didn’t quite hit the mark for me was the ending, which felt a bit rushed, like the story wrapped up just as I was craving more closure and a deeper dive into Cassi and Nico’s future. I could see what Katelyn was aiming for, and I genuinely enjoyed the elements she included, but an extra chapter or two would have made the resolution even more satisfying.

That said, I adored the story and the deliciously taboo tropes. While I’d never condone cheating in real life, I have zero qualms when it comes to my fictional drama, especially when the “other woman” is as insufferable as Carly. Honestly, can you even call it cheating when Carly is such an entitled nightmare?

I absolutely cannot wait for Naomi’s story (One Night Surrender). If Cassi’s book brought the drama, I have a feeling Naomi’s will be pure chaos, and I am so ready for it.
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96 reviews2 followers
February 11, 2026
I do not condone cheating at all but ole girl, Carly that Nico is dating does need a reality check and this might be it. Cassi and Nico have an instant connection, it starts the moment they lock eyes. These two have a night together and go on with their day and then boom they see each other at Cassi’s home. Talk about awkward! Carly(the sister) is a piece of work. Cassi and Nico bicker like an old couple that has been together for years and years. Baby they started playing with fire and it was so good. The chemistry between these two are electric. Cassi has discovered that she kind of likes being submissive in bed and Nico is more than happy to help. 🤭 Someone needs to throw a bucket of cold water on the two because they are hot hot hot! Nico’s nickname for Cassi adorable. Remember when I said Carly was a piece of work well I’m double down on that and adding that she lowdown no good b***h and that’s being kind. When I tell you I was saying omg omg repeatedly at the last 20-30% of the book. I was kicking my feet laughing, I was starring at my kindle in shock at some moment. Let’s just say all parties that caused some issues got what they deserved. Nico’s best friend Jake, love him! I also don’t condone violence but if Cassi wanted to give Carly that smoke I would help her. Nico is like a gentle giant, he will move the moon and the stars for those he cares about but he will hurt you if necessary. Cassi is a sweetheart can be a brat and needs to learn how to bob and weave. I always pick a favorite quote but my true favorite quote I can’t share with you because I think it would be a spoiler. So just know it’s towards the end of the book and Cassi said it. Girl got some act up when needed and I’m here for it. I don’t know how I feel about the ending, it wasn’t overly happy but it was satisfying. I will tell you the last chapters are fu***d up, you will be shook. I sometimes can see certain plots lines coming( it doesn’t bother me, I like to see how it plays out) but this one had me all types of messed up and surprised. Claps and praise to you Katelyn this was a good one!
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27 reviews5 followers
Review of advance copy received from Author
February 11, 2026
Review of advance copy received from Author

I read One Night Scandal by Katelyn Taylor, and let me just say… this book had me rolling on the floor. I honestly don’t think I’ve ever read a story where I was somehow okay with everything that happened — scandal, chaos, and all — while still needing time to sit back and process what I just experienced.

First of all, Katelyn Taylor did it again. Truly gave us a contender for book of the year. Following the story of Nico and Cassi was a wild ride, and I don’t even care if it’s just me — they are easily one of my top book couples of the year. Their story grabs you from the start and refuses to let go.

Cassi celebrating her birthday at a sex club and meeting a mysteriously handsome stranger who makes her night unforgettable? Iconic. But waking up the next day only to find that same man sitting across the table… as her sister’s boyfriend? I would’ve crashed out too. The shock, the panic, the what am I supposed to do now?! energy was unreal. I genuinely didn’t know what to feel, think, or do right along with her.

The chemistry between Nico and Cassi is absolutely insane — intense, forbidden, wrong, and undeniably addictive. Every interaction feels like a ticking time bomb, and the tension is what makes this book impossible to put down. It’s messy, scandalous, and completely unapologetic — exactly what you want from a story like this.

If you’re looking for a book that delivers drama, spice, and a forbidden romance that will have you questioning your morals while still rooting for the characters… One Night Scandal is it. One hell of a scandal for sure — and I loved every second of it. 💥📖
223 reviews2 followers
Review of advance copy received from Author
February 8, 2026
I know we were warned in the dedication, but f*** Me sideways and a half 🙈

This was a different side of a cheating trope, that I was NOT expecting but I'm sort of all here for. Katelyn.... you dirty amazing woman! These 2 books so far are wildly imaginative, forbidden and Spicy as all hell, and I'm holding onto my panties to see what happens in Naomi's books- so much to look forward to 😉

Now- One Night Scandal- sisters on and off again boyfriend, bandage kink to literally bond over, hidden secret, age gap (oh this one is good) and he's gotta be a billionaire.

Cassi- a sweet yet not so innocent 21 year old, and her young age shows in this book and some of her worst decisions. She's a fiery red head and draws the immediate attention of Nico, and their ONS is the turning point to their lives- EEEEKKKK! It's hot, spicy and leaves you desperately wanting more! Nico is charming, possessive, broody and a bit of an asshole, but we love him.

Ariana and Naomi- the besties show face a few times, each portraying their own issues and life problems which makes things interesting.

Now, be warned- there's cheating, some good and bad decisions and things spiral hard, fast and out of control- what more can you expect from a Scandal? But it was a really great read that I couldn't put down, I got enamoured with the plot, the characters, and everything in this book even though this is the first cheating trope read I have read of this calibre.
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163 reviews5 followers
Review of advance copy received from Author
February 10, 2026
First and foremost: Carly is a bitch and Alec is a dick. Second, I do not condone cheating of any kind and Nico and Cassie were in the wrong. But again Carly is a real piece of work and frankly, she should have taken a long long look in the mirror to see how she could improve on herself instead of pulling the crap that she did when she found out about her sister and her boyfriend. Again, I do not condone cheating of any kind.

Anyway, Nico and Cassie have that burn fast and hot romance where you feel like it’s new relationship energy before you realize that it’s actually everything you didn’t know you needed. One rules, his kingdom and the other just skates by doing anything and everything that she wants because neither have to answer to anyone except for themselves. I really enjoyed seeing a character that is a switch as opposed to a Dom or a sub as switches are also fairly common in the community. Cassie fits that role perfectly and I love how they first met.

Shout out to the barista for making that switch.

Please pretty please check your triggers and don’t come for the author because you didn’t check the triggers and see that there is a cheating trope 🙏🏾🫶🏽🤷🏽‍♀️

Spice: 🌶️🌶️🌶️
Plot: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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36 reviews
Review of advance copy received from Author
February 11, 2026
"𝓨𝓸𝓾 𝓼𝓶𝓮𝓵𝓵 𝓵𝓲𝓴𝓮 𝓱𝓮𝓪𝓿𝓮𝓷. 𝓛𝓮𝓽'𝓼 𝓼𝓮𝓮 𝓲𝓯 𝔂𝓸𝓾 𝓽𝓪𝓼𝓽𝓮 𝓵𝓲𝓴𝓮 𝓲𝓽."

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Orgasmic on a mother fcking page!!

Now I don't normally like cheating tropes 👀 ya girl gets second-hand jealous AF & will throw invisible hands 😆
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But the chemistry & passion between our firey red head & Mr private jet a.k.a səx̌ mãšŧər Nico, ohhh yes fcking plz & thank you. I ate this book UP! & left not a single crumb! 🤤
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448 reviews
Review of advance copy received from Author
February 8, 2026
Katelyn takes us on another wild sexy ride in One Night Scandal, Book 2 in this interconnected standalone series.

There was no denying Nico and Cassi’s chemistry throughout the book. I absolutely loved their banter and Cassi does not let up on him one bit.

A blast from the past shows up in Cassi’s life and though there are some feelings, she can’t help to be drawn to Nico, their interests are too alike and they consume each other’s thoughts. Though their relationship is not without its ups and downs, especially with the elephant in the room Carly. But once Nico sets his eyes on Cassi there is nothing he won’t do to keep her.

You’ll come to find that Cassi’s sister Carly is the absolute worst, the way she treats everyone around her and the entitlement, she is a master manipulator at its finest.

The twists were twisting in this one and Katelyn is always throwing in something you don’t see coming and boy does she ever in this one!

I can’t wait to see what is in store next in the series with Naomi’s story.

Spice: 🌶️🌶️🌶️
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35 reviews5 followers
February 10, 2026
One Night Scandal by Katelyn Taylor is pure, delicious scandal from start to finish.

Cass is out celebrating her 21st birthday. Nico has just ended things with his on-again, off-again girlfriend. One crowded club, one irresistible connection, and one reckless night later—they give in to temptation and cross every line they probably shouldn’t.

Fast forward twelve hours… and Cass is sitting at a family dinner, only to be introduced to Nico again—this time as her sister’s boyfriend. 😳

The tension, heat, and forbidden chemistry in this book are absolutely off the charts. Every stolen glance and charged moment crackles with temptation, and just when you think you know where the story is headed, another scandal drops and flips everything on its head. As the layers peel back, you’ll find yourself questioning motives, choosing sides, and second-guessing everyone.

I loved the slow burn of temptation mixed with explosive passion, and the way the story keeps you hooked and guessing until the very end. Scandalous, addictive, and impossible to put down—this was a 5-star read for me. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
12 reviews
Review of advance copy received from Author
February 11, 2026
I'm absolutely loving this series. If you like toxic, forbidden, secret hook up, sisters boyfriend this is the book for you.

Cassi and her friends go out to an elite club where your fantasies come to life all behind a mask. She meets an attractive guy and they spend a hot night together. But once morning comes and she has to meet her witch of a sister's boyfriend reality sets in and she realizes that the guy she had the best night of her life with is her sister's boyfriend.

Nico is meeting his girlfriend's family they are only here for a few days be cordial and go back home. Until Nico realizes who his one night stand was with. He can't stop thinking about his girlfriend's little sister and he wants to stay longer just to be around her more.

The banter between these two is great she can't stand him, he finds her infuriating and it leads to the most tension. It's angsty, it's hot, it's forbidden and at the end it's an emotional rollercoaster of twists and sexy turns. Katelyn definitely knows what she's doing in this drama filled world. I absolutely love every minute of it!
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366 reviews246 followers
Review of advance copy received from Author
February 11, 2026
😱😱😱😱

I just finished One Night Scandal and I am STILL in shock. You go into this thinking it’s going to be a “normal” smut storyline… and then Katelyn starts pulling twist after twist at the end and suddenly you’re sitting there questioning EVERYTHING. I was not prepared.

And the extended epilogue??? Ma’am. Why would you do that to us? Why am I now spiraling over Naomi and begging for answers?!?!

This book is a full-blown ride. It’s packed with spice, questionable morals, surprise twists, and an INCREDIBLY messy relationship. And when I say messy… I mean messy messy.

It’s a taboo romance featuring:
- Sister’s boyfriend
- Age gap
- Cheating
- Morally gray (or morally bankrupt?) decisions

If cheating is a hard no for you, this one will have you clutching your pearls. But if you love shock factor, chaos, and a book that fully commits to its scandalous title… you might eat this up. This book really called itself a scandal and said, “Bet.”

Nonetheless, I will absolutely be seated for book 3 because I need answers about the mysterious Naomi immediately.
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296 reviews11 followers
Review of advance copy received from Author
February 11, 2026
4.5 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️💫
3🌶️🌶️🌶️

This is the second in the ONS series and my favorite so far.

Nico after a messy breakup with a high maintenance drama queen, finds himself at Gratify, the masquerade sex and kink club. He locks eyes with Cassi and not expecting something to happen so soon after his breakup….something inevitably does and Nico and Cassi find themselves having a one night stand. It’s a night neither can forget but going about their separate lives is the only option, but a chance meeting of his on again, off again girlfriends parents and her younger sister Cassi, has Nico realizing he’s met his girlfriends sister before….intimately.

There is cheating so be aware, but to be honest, valid as Nico’s girlfriend Carly, is insufferable. I’m just saying. The spice as always in Katelyn’s books does not disappoint and I found myself getting through this book really quickly. The story kept me engaged and Nico and Cassi are great characters.

Definitely recommend and look forward to the next!
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108 reviews
Review of advance copy received from Author
February 9, 2026
I actually have no words to describe this book. I am OBSESSED! Well what do you expect? Its Katelyn Taylor. Whatever she writes, I'm obsessed! Even if she writes a long ass grocery list, yeah, I'll frame it and hang it in my library.

Katelyn, I am obsessed with this book! I am obsessed with the whole forbidden and one night stand setting. I have to be brutally honest, I am not a fan of cheating trope. But this book! This book might be my only exception. I was a bit nervous getting to the ending cause I have a feeling that it will not end well. My girl Cassi went through a lot near the end. And Nico... Oh my God!! OBSESSED! I love their banter so so much! Cassi is this laid back and definitely the opposite of her sister which Nico is obsessed! The sister though, oh I was fuming! I hate her so so much. I did not expect the ending and I can guarantee you, that you will never guess the ending too! I can't wait for this book to be released so that you'll be obsessed as I am!
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5 reviews
Review of advance copy received from Author
February 10, 2026
Oh my god, the last 20% was an absolute rollercoaster of emotions and twists, I’m still recovering now
I devoured this book in less than 24 hours, I absolutely loved Nico and Cassi, their relationship was everything I needed and more, from their first meeting to the very end it was amazing, I loved their enemies to lovers style banter and the back and forth was exactly what this book needed
I know the cheating trope isn’t everybody’s cup of tea but it was executed so well in this book, and quite frankly I don’t hate it when the other partner is a complete and utter psycho who had a taste of her own medicine(iykyk😉)
Nico was everything we love in an MMC, we love them dark and broody with a soft spot and Cassi was fab, her inner monologues had me cackling to myself, the humour that this book needed to keep it light during the darker moments
I need Nays story now!!!
Once again Katelyn does it again and doesn’t disappoint!!
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1,102 reviews13 followers
Review of advance copy received from Author
February 7, 2026
One Night Scandal by Katelyn Taylor

A dark forbidden romance where a masked one night mistake turns into a full blown scandal when identities are revealed. What makes this book special is the shock factor and relentless temptation. The secrecy, the guilt, and the pull between what is wrong and what feels inevitable create nonstop tension that keeps escalating long after that first night.

Tropes & Vibes:
🎭 Masked stranger
🔥 One night stand gone wrong
🚫 Sister’s boyfriend
😈 Forbidden obsession
🌶️ High spice and poor decisions

Read this if you like:
Dark romance that leans messy and addictive, forbidden relationships, secret hookups that refuse to stay secret, and stories where desire bulldozes every moral line.

#OneNightScandal #DarkRomanceReads #ForbiddenRomance #SpicyBookRec #BookstagramRomance
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99 reviews2 followers
Review of advance copy received from Author
February 8, 2026
Was this fucked up? Yes
Am I obsessed? Also yes 😂

Cassi and her friends go to a sex club for her 21st birthday and she ends up having the best night ever with a very hot stranger…he’s from Boston but he says he wants to see her again soon and she agrees. Well sooner came the next morning when her mystery man (Nico) is introduced as her sisters boyfriend of 3 years 🫣 i know i know, it sounds really bad but there are alotttt of things we learn that will have you rooting for them to be together because her sister is actually the worst and is batshit crazy! 🙄

One night stand
Sisters Boyfriend
Enemies to Lovers
Billionaire
Forced Proximity
Spice is spicinnnn

This was such a fun read. Thank you Katelyn for the ARC 🩷
I can’t wait to see what Naomi has secretly been up to in the next book!!
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948 reviews90 followers
Review of advance copy received from Author
February 8, 2026
Katelyn, what in the heck did you do to me with this book!! I devoured this in one sitting and that last 20ish percent had me flying through this story! That chemistry between Nico & Cassi is so HOT and I was loving every minute of their night together at the club. But when he shows up at her family’s house the next day with her sister, both of them realize just how messy things are. While there is cheating involved, honestly I couldn’t have cared less because her sister is insane and definitely does not appreciate what she’s been given. So buckle up for a wild ride and some delicious spice!

Tropes:
💋 One night stand
💋 Mini age gap
💋 Sisters boyfriend
💋 Forced proximity
💋 Billionaire

Thank you so much to Katelyn and her team for letting me read/review an ARC of this book!
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492 reviews84 followers
Review of advance copy received from Author
February 8, 2026
I ate this book up! My god…. I didn’t know I needed this in my life.

Now I don’t normally enjoy the cheating trope but I will read anything Katelyn writes because I know it’s going to be a wild ride and this book didn’t disappoint.

What starts as a innocent hook up at a masked sex club for Cassi’ 21st birthday turns into a scandal when the identity of her masked hottie is revealed hours later at family dinner when her sister introduces her boyfriend!

But things aren’t as simple as they seem, I can’t say more without spoilers but you need to read this book.
It’s full of messy forbidden romance that’s so addictive you won’t be able to put this book down.

And you will be rooting for Cassi & Nico, their chemistry is fire from the moment they lay eyes on each-other

Tropes:

🎭One Night Stand
💋Mini Age Gap
🎭Sisters Boyfriend
💋Forced Proximity
🎭Billionaire
💋Forbidden Romance
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105 reviews1 follower
Review of advance copy received from Author
February 9, 2026
4.5 for me!!!

Wow, okay so I haven't read the first book yet but I will be immediately. This book started out so fun and then had some serious elements. (Probs check your trigger warnings) I was not expecting where this book went in the end!! It had scandals, spice, tension and family fighting.

“Clean up your fucking mess. Suck me clean.” “Your pants?” she questions as she attempts to look at me. I push her down until she is nosed against the cum stain as I speak. “Lick it up, now.”

This was my favorite scene which might make me unhinged but I love weird ass sexual situations and I love a demanding man 🤭. No judgement please.

Nico may be demanding when it comes to sex but he is also the most protective and caring man plus did I mention hes rich? The dream combination.

Anyway, I highly recommend this book 🤭
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17 reviews
Review of advance copy received from Author
February 9, 2026
Katelyn Taylor wastes zero time — the tension and chemistry kick in immediately, and I was hooked from the very first chapter. From the moment Nico and Cassi walk into the club together, you just know you’re in for a wild ride. Their connection is intense, addictive, and impossible to look away from.

The push and pull between them had me completely invested. Every interaction felt charged, and I kept turning the pages just to see how much further things would spiral. And honestly… I was so focused on them that everything else faded into the background.

Then that ending?? I genuinely didn’t see it coming. No spoilers, but the twist adds a whole new layer to the story — and yes, the barista deserves all the love. If you know, you know.

If you enjoy dark romance with high tension, messy emotions, and twists that catch you off guard, this one is definitely worth adding to your TBR.
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117 reviews1 follower
Review of advance copy received from Author
February 10, 2026
I just want to thank Katelyn for the opportunity to be on her street team in exchange for reviews on her books. My first series by Katelyn was the Gallows Hill series and I was hooked.

Nico breaks up with his gold digging girlfriend and finds himself going to a sex club where he meets Cassi who is out celebrating her twenty first birthday. They have amazing chemistry from the start and it leads to an incredible night to only find out that Nico is the man that her sister had been dating on and off for the past three years.

The tension in this book was crazy and I loved Nico's possessiveness. Katelyn always delivers on the spice and the plot twists and this book was no different. The only things that I will say is that I was expecting more rope play than what we got given how the book started and my overall rating was a bit lower because of the cheating.
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504 reviews14 followers
February 11, 2026
This book is MESSY. Like wtf did I just read and I why did I love it.

So this is a different approach to the cheating trope and honestly when the current ‘girlfriend’ is an insufferable bitch why wouldn’t you be drawn to the other woman you had an instant connection with.

The banter between Nico and Cassi had me kicking my feet, Cassi was amazing. She was thoughtful and kind, but could sass right back at you.

When they finally gave in to their feelings *phew* it was HOT HOT HOT. Not only did they have sexual chemistry but they had chemistry as a couple.
I loved how possessive Nico got with Cassi, he was fully willing to risk everything to have her, and he showed it.

The ending threw me completely. I was not expecting that. Whilst Nico and Cassi did get their HEA (sort of), it was 100% tainted by fucking Carly.

Thank you to Katelyn for the ARC.
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44 reviews
Review of advance copy received from Author
February 11, 2026
Super excited to have been chosen for this arc read!!! One Night Scandal by Katelyn Taylor

This story follows Cassie, who celebrates her 21st birthday with a wild night that leads to a one-night stand she never expects to see again… until she discovers the guy, Nico, is actually her sister’s boyfriend. From there, the drama spirals into secrets, messy emotions, and a romance that refuses to stay simple.

The book starts a bit slow, but once the tension builds, it becomes completely addictive. The banter between Cassie and Nico is fun, the chemistry is strong, and the chaos.

Overall, this was a spicy, dramatic read packed with twists, complicated relationships, and a payoff that made the slower beginning worth it. If you like messy romance, big feelings, and lots of drama, you’ll probably have a great time with this one.
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243 reviews27 followers
Review of advance copy received from Author
February 9, 2026
🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Advance copy from Author

This book absolutely blew me away
It was a great read and I was hooked from the very first page
I literally read this book in one day.
Katelyn writes it I read it and believe me you knocked it out the park with this book. It was everything I needed and more

It was fast paced, hot and forbidden and spicy that had me melting into a puddle and left me wanting more.
I loved the characters and the plot
The chemistry between Nico and Cassi was electric and I love there night at the club together.

The last 20% had me on the edge of my seat and I nearly threw my Kindle across the room with all the twist

Thankyou for allowing me to be an arc reader for this amazing book

This is my spoiler free honest review
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163 reviews2 followers
Review of advance copy received from Author
February 8, 2026
Finished it in less then a day.. yes, I love everything that Katelyn writes, so this was another treat for me.. very interesting, taboo, hot and messy, and also very raw and emotional.. I know that a lot of people will frown upon the cheating thing, and it's not like I condone it, but sometimes people are stuck in shitty relationships and they finally find strenght to go away after they meet someone who's actually good for them... the ending still shocked me a bit though, thank you Katelyn.. with those triggr warnings I expected something completely different.. well, now waiting for book 3 I guess..
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426 reviews36 followers
Review of advance copy received from Author
February 8, 2026
Ok this book dives straight into the grit from the dedication, and I loved that immediately.

I absolutely devoured this book. I knew exactly what I was getting into, and every page delivered. Wrong never felt so right, in my opinion. The amount of WTFs and holy *sheet moments I had with this book was fantastic! Obsessed

This is love triangle romance filled with forbidden tension, stolen moments, and characters who keep choosing passion even when they know it will cost them everything.

Thank you Katelyn and Team for another great read

6⭐️ banger!!!!!

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1 review
Review of advance copy received from Author
February 11, 2026
OMG when Katelyn Taylor said scandal she meant absolute scandal! If you don’t like the cheating trope well…. Katelyn makes it amazing so read it anyways! The spice was absolutely spicing but the anxiety I was feeling while reading about the forbidden was amazing. I absolutely fell in LOVE with Nico (does Katelyn ever really give us a bad MMC tho?) and Cassi was such a bada**. I loved her spunk and don’t mess with me attitude. Katelyn killed it once again and I can’t wait for book 3!!
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159 reviews42 followers
Review of advance copy received from Author
February 9, 2026
An anonymous sex club, one night, and a crazy sister??This book really had a bunch of crazy twists and turns. Some I saw coming others I didn’t at all. What the hell was that ending haha. 👀👀👀 the spice was spicing for sure but the book was extremely unrealistic to me. I did enjoy it though. Cassi is my favorite!
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50 reviews
Review of advance copy received from Author
February 9, 2026
This book had so many fucked up plots..but it’s a Katelyn book so we all knew what we signed up for ✨!

Honestly, I lovedddd this book way more than the first one. Nico love for Cassi was truly unmatched. I adored their relationship so much. I can’t even explain how hard I was laughing and smiling while reading on my Kindle. I’ll be thinking about them forever.
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377 reviews1 follower
Review of advance copy received from Author
February 11, 2026
We’re back to the night at Gratify, this time following Cassi who is into knots 👀 enter Nico, hot & a little older, they have an explosive night with plans for her to visit. The next morning, he’s with her sister, revealed as the on & off again boyfriend.
Nico can’t let Cassi go and has plans to ditch Carly but she’s psycho sooo see how that goes…
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