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This is the FINAL book in the Unhinged Trilogy, the conclusion to Sebastian and Payton’s story.


Secrets...
The secrets are still there, plaguing me, disrupting my everyday life, only now... the unthinkable has happened.


Lies...
Payton insists that it is time that I deal with the lies that seem to make up my entire existence, the ones that have produced the chaos in my head. I don’t know if she realizes it, but if it weren’t for her being by my side, I don’t know how I would survive.


Greed...
Everything is unfolding right before my eyes, the truth is being revealed and there are people who don’t want us to be together, but as I have vowed before, no one will keep her from me. Payton is my anchor in the waves that are crashing through my life and I will do anything to keep her safe.


My name is Sebastian Trovato and this is the conclusion of my story.


From New York Times bestselling author Nicole Edwards, writing as Timberlyn Scott.

239 pages, Kindle Edition

First published October 24, 2014

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Timberlyn Scott

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Timberlyn Scott is the alter ego of New York Times bestselling author Nicole Edwards. Thanks to a significant difference in writing style, Nicole decided to bring Timberlyn to life in order to publish a more contemporary style of romance.

You can find out more about Timberlyn Scott on her website: www.TimberlynScott.com

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Profile Image for Annie Brewer.
Author 14 books789 followers
December 18, 2014
Love. Love. Love. !! This was amazing!!!! The perfect ending. I'm so happy I'm crying tears of joy and sadness. Only because Sebastian and Payton's story is over. I loved every scene, every word, everything. I'm gonna miss these two something fierce. But I was so happy to be part of their journey. It wasn't an easy one; from the beginning, it was rocky and emotional. But together, they proved they could overcome the biggest obstacles and still survive. They became stronger because of it too. Especially together.
Such a beautiful love story that I'll revisit again.
*full review coming soon*
Profile Image for Deanne.
265 reviews
January 9, 2015
5 STARS!!!

This whole series took me by surprise! I must tell you, I actually surprised myself picking up this series without one review from any of my GR friends. I'm usually too chicken to read anything without some sort of rating from one of my friends but I'm so glad I took a chance. But after seeing that Timberlyn Scott is a/k/a Nicole Edwards I knew I had to pick it up. Each book had me begging for the next. The series was full of just enough suspense, laughter, friends and one sexy as hell "mechanic." This a little toned down from the usual NE menage scene but don't get me wrong - this is just as hot. I highly recommend this series! MUST READ!!
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2,906 reviews6 followers
May 19, 2016
I just don't understand this book. Why all the dramatics? Sebastian doesn't know if his friends will think he's crazy if he tells them his big, bad secret. He makes a big deal out of everything. So does Payton. This book was so strange- boring on the one hand and totally OTT on the other. It was sappy, there was too much telling, not enough showing. I'm glad the series is over and sad the last two books didn't live up to the first. If I hear "she unhinges me" or "her touch calms me" one more time, I'm going to scream.
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863 reviews14 followers
November 25, 2015
I'm big fan of Nicole Edwards and i'm must say that stig series is realy something different than other her books. I like it and loved it. Usually i'm not so big fan of young characters in stories( maybe cuz i'm not so young) but Sebastian and Payton's story with all the mistery drawn me in that i could't put it down.
Great series maybe will be reading Aaliyah story soon.
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2,275 reviews37 followers
November 19, 2014
Sebastian and Payton finish their journey in this book three of the fabulous series by Timberlyn Scott.
The book has it all and I defy anyone not to hold their heart as Sebastian’s life is laid bare before him and his secrets are not only revealed but resolved. This man has been through so much and has barely managed to hold onto his sanity but with his rock (Payton) by his side, he has the strength to face his past head on and open his heart to his friends in his quest to find answers.
Hitting hard on the heels of book two we pick up after the carnage of the race and the explosion. With Leif and Sebastian in hospital, although Sebastian’s stay was only fleeting, leaving rather abruptly when Payton was prevented from being by his side. Leif didn’t fare so well, he had more significant injuries but he had his family, because did Sebastian’s father show up after Payton called to let him know what had happened, no, not a chance!
After failing to get an answer from Conrad she had reached out to Lauren.
Did Lauren share that information, not a hope in hell but the reason why exactly is not divulged until later in the book.
And as for his sister, no contact either, why are they staying away and what can Sebastian do about the fact that he has finally been completely ostracised by his family?
Fears and misgivings are growing for Sebastian and with nothing left to lose, he finally completes the purchase of his house and with help of his friend’s moves out of not only his father’s home but his business also.
Standing alone, Sebastian has Payton and they both have a fantastic group of friends, so once Sebastian opens up to her about his fears concerning the circumstances surrounding his mother’s death, Payton does what she does best, she stands tall with her man as she gets him to open his secrets to the whole group, together they can work on finding answers. Sebastian discovers that not only do his friends understand his concerns but they have some of their own.
Payton remains at Trovato Inc., hoping that by being inside the company she may be able to use her position to discover the truth but when Conrad confronts her about Sebastian quitting his role in the business, she is dealt a hammer blow and when the reprehensible Trevor is brought on board – her life is not going to be getting any easier with that sleaze ball in the office every day.
Secrets, once they are out in the open take on a life of their own and unveil details that have the potential to be devastation to the relationship between Payton and Sebastian but this pair are made of stronger stuff, they have an unshakeable bond that determines that regardless, they belong together and that NOTHING is going to tear them apart.
The key to the mystery is finally unleashed and from the most unexpected source but once this piece is known the other pieces of the puzzle click into place.
You will learn the truth about not only Lauren and Conrad but also about Trevor and if you are anything like me, I was looking across the pages hoping that someone with a bat was round to knock his head off his shoulders!!
The climax of the whole mystery was excellent and I have to say the conversation between Sebastian, Payton and Conrad following the situation at Trovato Inc. was so touching, that it brought a tear to my eye. I wanted this boy to have a family, to have what he had never had, his dad!
Someone to care for him because of the wonderful man he had become, not because of obligation or duty. Conrad has missed the obvious and because of his weakness he had missed the gift of a lifetime, the chance to watch and participate in his son’s life.
Payton and Sebastian are wonderful characters and their story is not only interesting but poignant. It made me not only want to scream at them at times but to cry for them both also.
It gave me hope that they were strong enough to survive but had me biting my lip with worry that some things are just too big to ever get over. It showed me that no matter what, resolve and friendship can hold you tall and lift you from the depths of despair.
I look forward to Leif and Aaliyah’s story and I hope that we get to keep in touch with Sebastian and Payton.
Unhinged is a super short series, one that gives life to the formidable alter ego of the magical Nicole Edwards – Bravo!!
159 reviews6 followers
August 25, 2015
Decent Series

Peyton and Sebastian's story was fairly interesting and written pretty well. The characters were developed well and were likeable. The books successfully followed the relationship of the main characters and allowed the characters to come together and progress realistically. Unfortunately, I found the situation surrounding Sebastian's mother very predictable. Several times there was mention of a "secret" but it just seemed unnecessary. I also found it slightly unbelievable that Conrad had an immediate change of heart and all those years of mistreatment are too easily forgiven by Sebastian. Overall I guess the series seemed a bit juvenile... I guess this one's a miss for me.
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880 reviews32 followers
July 6, 2016
Overall .... this series was good. Liked the romance and mystery but very forgettable.

Payton acting all casual about being alone in work with a creeper and reassuring Sebastian that he's over reacting telling her to 'leave now'...someone find this girl a sense of preservation.

Not getting a face to face full confrontation with the mystery revealed murderer...no confrontation at ALL!? Well what the hell.

At least there were no more future telling dreams. There's only so much I can take before I draw the line.
Profile Image for Jen ❥.
267 reviews
July 4, 2019
Wow, wow, wow! The Unhinged series is amazing! I absolutely loved everything about these three books and the emotional connection Sebastian and Payton shared. The series was focused completely on their relationship and I really enjoyed there was almost zero angst between them. They were so committed to each other, it was refreshingly wonderful to read. The supporting characters were colorful and I cannot wait to read Aaliyah's and Leif's story next.
Profile Image for Jessica Phillips.
33 reviews
October 31, 2014
Amazing!

I absolutely loved this series. There wasn't a time when I put this book down willingly. Sebastian completely stole my heart, and I was so grateful for the strong supportive woman Peyton was and continued to be throughout the series. This is such an emotional, nail biting story that I will enjoy many times. Brilliant work Timberlyn Scott!
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1,330 reviews10 followers
March 4, 2015
OHHHHH SWEET BABY JESUS.....this one really kept me on my toes. I was reading it so fast so that I could finally figure out the whole story. Oh boy and is it a biggie. I normally never get choked up but when it came to Sebastian and his father Conrad....ugh....I got teary eyed. GREAT series..love it when there is some mystery in the book and not all about the love connection.
1,890 reviews6 followers
June 19, 2017
This final instalment was fantastic. All questions are answered and Payton and Sebastian come out ahead in the end. It was beautifully written and no matter the unbelievable shit-kicking Sebastian got in his young life, his love for Payton got him through the darkest days. Beautiful......love Nicole Edwards.
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85 reviews2 followers
February 26, 2015
Loved this series! I have to admit that I was worried with the first book because by the end of the book I felt like I didn't know the characters...I didn't know them as well as I wanted to. By the second & third book I was in love with all the characters and their story!
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393 reviews
November 6, 2014
Chaos is without a doubt my favourite in this series & I must admit I shed quite a few tears in the last couple of chapters!
Brilliant!
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320 reviews2 followers
February 22, 2015
Absolutely LOVED LOVED LOVED this series. This was a great conclusion to their story so many questions answered and loves impacted for the best. This is a fabulous series to read.
276 reviews2 followers
May 6, 2017
I started this series slightly disappointed having read every other current book the Nicole Edwards had written up to this point including the Club Destiny series, Alluring Indulgence series, Peir 70 series, Dead Heat Ranch, Devils Bend, Austin Arrows, Coyote Ridge, Sniper 1, Southern Mofia, plus the two Holiday books, and in two individual books. My point to this is I am a huge fan, who at the end of book one was slightly disappointed. It has been about 12 hours since I finished this book/story/series and I am still on that wonderful high you get from being totally emerced in a good story. I absolutely loved this book. I fell in love with Sebastian and became Payton. This book was absolutely amazing. So different yet the same, better yet equal, Timberlyn Scott vs Nicole Edwards makes so much more since now. It has been four years since this was published and I really hope that there will be more stories from these people and there lives. I can't get enough. This story will be in my personal library in the section where I but my favorites to be reread, relived, and revisited like an old friend. I absolutely loved this story and the HEA finally found for Sebastian!!!
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2,900 reviews1 follower
June 2, 2021
Loved it

Such an amazing ending to this trilogy. It was definitely an emotional roller coaster ride. The love these two found s inspirational. The little mystery that was intertwined through the series made these books even more intriguing. Loved them all.
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419 reviews13 followers
January 24, 2018
While this was a five star read for me I felt like the ending was a bit rushed and could have been better.
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930 reviews21 followers
September 29, 2018
Loving this author now that I’ve found her. The trilogy is really very good....love the characters, tortured hero, great friends, lovable heroine, and a good mystery/suspense story line. Loved it!
2,906 reviews6 followers
May 7, 2019
The ultimate ending was epic! Sebastian and Payton have many struggles but hopefully with their love they will pull through. They are each other’s calm. Loved, loved, loved it!
120 reviews
December 28, 2023
Loved this series. Different from Nicole's other books. But just as brilliant.
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455 reviews99 followers
November 4, 2014
What a fanfreakingtastic ending to Sebastian’s story! I was totally blown away with the Unhinged Series. This series is a story of love, heartbreak, deceit. It’s true, there is one person out there that can be your superglue and finding out the truth to pain you’ve held onto for so long can truly set you free.

“This woman, not only did she unhinge me, she pulled me back together when I felt as though I was unraveling”

After book two, I was left broken, deflated and hurt. Yes, I ugly cried. Then cried some more because I had to know right then and there what the heck was going to come of all of it. So I patiently waited…Tap…Tap…Tap then BOOM Chaos was released and I immediately dug right in.

This picks up right where book two left off and so do the lies and deception. Poor Payton is beside herself. She immediately tries to reach out to Conrad to inform him of what happened, doesn’t answer. So she calls Lauren explains everything and leaves a message for Aaliyah to call her. No one shows up at the hospital, as a matter of fact no one says anything at ALL about the accident. Coincidence? I think not.
Sebastian finally makes the move to cut ties with Conrad and Trovato Inc. He is convinced that Conrad had something to do directly with his mother’s death. With Sebastian gone, Conrad brings in Creepy Trevor. We will get back to him later.

Payton is determined to stick it out at Trovato Inc to help Sebastian figure out what happened in the past. Afraid his friends will think he is a basketcase he keeps them in the dark about his feelings with his mother, He finally opens up to his friends about his theory and not only do they NOT think hes bananas, but they have other ideas of what may have happened, and so it begins…...

Connections are used and they catch a break, but will this break tear Sebastian and Payton apart? Will knowing the truth cause harm to either one of them? Insert Trevor back. We all know something is right with him and in this book you will finally learn why. All the secrets, the lies, the coverups will all come flying in your face faster then you can say, Say WHHHHHHAT?

This series was amazing. I know some wait till all books are out, well ladies, they are out and I encourage you to grab them. The banter between Payton and Sebastian, all the boys is amazing. You will laugh, you will cry and you may scream at some point but I promise its all worth it. The ending of this book, O M G amazing. I think I am totally in Love with Sebastian Trovato, that man UNHINGED ME!

I love nothing more when a story comes full circle and when I say that I mean completely full circle and you’re not left wondering really about any of the characters in the story even the supporting ones. I am glad Nicole Edwards Alter ego decided to pop her head out and say hello. I can only hope she has more in the works!! 5 Stars to this entire series!
683 reviews9 followers
November 7, 2014
Holy smokes

what a book. ok, I read the series in less than 24 hours. could not put it down. this is a supreme effort for perfect. the characters, the story, the drama, the romance. everything comes together seamlessly to give you one of the most enjoyable reads you will ever get wound up in.

it starts with unhinged which opens with that fantastically imaginative dream. from there the players come in to play. from there you begin the ride, and oh hell yeah, what a ride. the wonderfully sweet but hot romances begin as well as the drama and suspense. this ends in a deliciously enticing cliffhanger and morphs into.....

unraveling. here that perfectly sweet and hot romance continues to heat up. the mystery continues to escalate....but I kinda guessed it.....but that's ok, because the writing is just so good you want to keep reading anyway because, well there's still that sweet but hot romance. Then again....cliffhanger and the spiral into......

chaos. this is the final book where everything; the romance, mystery, climax, and ending just wrap a pretty little present for you to thoroughly enjoy.

if you don't read this trilogy, well I feel sorry for it. if you don't read it for free on kindle unlimited it's still a good price. and it's so worth it.

I'm a hard reader to please, so I'm telling you now to start reading these three books NOW.
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2,288 reviews28 followers
July 11, 2016
If you read my reviews of the first two books of this trilogy, you know I am loving this series. All three of the books are unputdownable. (I know that's not a real word, but you readers know what I mean.) The story sucks you in and doesn't let go until you finish the ride.

That being said, there was much about this series that was predictable. Sometimes that's a bad thing. But sometimes it's okay. If you're still interested in the journey of the characters it's not a bad thing to know how things will more or less pan out. Sure I suspected (strongly) "who done it" all along. How Sebastian and Payton went about getting proof and help and figuring it all out for themselves was still interesting.

The only reason this review is only 4 stars instead of the 5 I gave the other two books has to do with Aaliyah. Conrad never really explained why he allowed certain things to happen that had to do with Aaliyah and that seems important to me.

I'm kind of sad we won't get to see more of Leif and Toby and the rest of the gang, yet I understand why the story is not continuing. These characters are so volatile, it would be a shame for them to be diminished to supporting characters in someone else's story.
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3,918 reviews118 followers
November 9, 2014
5 Stars!

This is book three in a series and is not a standalone.

What an epic conclusion for Sebastian and Payton. This book will make you laugh, smile, get mad, make your jaw drop and will have you in tears by the end. This book was an emotional roller coaster with twists and turns at every corner. But this book was amazing and totally worth it. This was an amazing series and one I will definitely re-read!

This is the end for Sebastian and Payton. All questions will be answered. All will be revealed. Secrets will be told. Revelations will be made. Can Payton and Sebastian weather the storm and chaos? Is a happy ending in their future?

I loved this final installment! I have loved Sebastian since book one in this series and well yeah he is definitely a top book boyfriend. I also loved Payton. She has grown so much since book one. I totally admired her strength. And I loved these two together and have been rooting for them since book one.

I highly recommend this series and author!

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2,113 reviews74 followers
November 5, 2014
Oh how I love Sebastian!
He is one hot naughty talking fast driving man!

This book picks up right where part 2 left off with the big accident and Payton is losing her mind waiting to hear something. When she calls to let Sebastian's father know what happened, she doesn't get an answer and speaks with his wife instead. No one from his family shows up at the hospital. I can't help but think that the accident wasn't much of an accident. That it was another attempt to get Sebastian.

The really big part of the story is Payton calling all of Sebastian's friends to help in the investigation of what actually happened to his mom. I love the people that surround him. They are truly his family. There is a discovered connection with Payton and Sebastian that totally caught them off guard and I was shocked at the revelation as well. So many secrets and lies are revealed that it will have you on the edge of your seat until the very end. I hated when it was all over and wanted more of Payton, Sebastian, and their friends.

I give Chaos 5 hearts!
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186 reviews6 followers
February 19, 2015
Still raw oh my, I won this series in a giveaway and am so happy I did I've enjoyed it thoroughly I highly recommend it! I adored Payton as a strong, loyal, loving female with a good head on her shoulders and strong values....but it was Sebastian that stole my heart in this series, a strong male with a rough past who leads with his heart. He should be cold and cynical but instead he's open and waiting for that one person to show him the love he deserves! You may notice that I posted this same review for all three books but that's because once I started reading them I couldn't stop and literally read them back to back in less than 24 hours because of this some of the specifics are blurred and I don't want to risk giving anything away for anyone who's just starting the series. These are not standalone books and do lead into each other so should be read as a complete series but what a series it is. Enjoy and be prepared to nurse a book hangover when you're done!
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5,588 reviews77 followers
March 4, 2016
5 star

I was pulled right into this story. The story flowed well and engaged a ton of emotions. Laughter, tears, anger and shock are just some of the emotions this book will pull from you.

This is the conclusion of Payton and Sebastian’s story. If you have been reading from book one you should know both of the characters. If you have not I would recommend reading book 1 (Unhinged (Unhinged, #1)) & 2 (Unraveling (Unhinged #2)) of this series. Will everything work out how you expected or will the author throw in some twists you didn’t see coming? Will every secret finially be revealed?

I loved these characters and the chemistry they have with each other. There are some tear filled moments and some anger filled moments in this story. But all in all I felt I was able to connect with the characters and the story was a great read.

I highly recommend this book and this series.
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33 reviews8 followers
November 8, 2014
Who doesn't love a bit of mystery in addition to hot sex?
Chaos, the third book in the Unhinged Series, continues with Payton and Sebastian. After a racing accident injures one of their close friends, Sebastian and Payton are brought closer together.
There is also continuing drama between himself and his father Conrad. When Sebastian buys the house he's been dreaming to buy, his father confronts Payton about it and is not so happy.
Payton also starts getting threatened by Conrad's wife Lauren. Which connects to Sebastian's belief that his mother's accident wasn't really 'an accident.'

I thought this was the best book out of the series thus far. Both main characters showed vulnerability and Sebastian still has some demons to conquer through this book. But I had nothing bad to say about this book except that I HATE Conrad and Lauren!

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61 reviews6 followers
December 2, 2014

Oh THANK GOD, I finally have this book!!! The suspense was killing me. Sebastian is surrounded in mystery, and drama, luckily he has Payton there to stand up for him. I love that the female lead while important wasn't the character the book was all about. Payton and Sebastian's romance continues, despite all of the drama that is surrounding their lives. A murder? mystery tends to make or break a relationship. I have to say I was kinda surprised by the way that some things worked out. I have to say that the entire series was BRILLIANT!! I'm so happy I had a chance to read these books. Keep up the good work lady!! ^5 for a job incredibly well done!
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