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Vow of Malice
One glance from Hunter Reed, and my world ignited. The only problem? He's now my stepsister's fiancé.
A misunderstanding led my stepfather to arrange Hunter's marriage to Olivia, when Hunter had actually been asking about me. Now this ruthless billionaire uses his engagement to invade my life, his touch setting my skin ablaze whenever we're alone.
I should stay away. But as I uncover secrets about my father's death and Hunter's connection to the shadowy Vipers society, I'm pulled deeper into his dangerous world.
The line between desire and danger blurs with every forbidden moment we share. And at the masquerade ball, when the masks finally come off, I discover the deadliest secret of all.
Was everything between us a lie? Or is the man I shouldn't want the only one who can save me?
This book is the first book in the Hunter and Prey duet and it does end in a Cliffhanger ending, which will be settled in the second book, A Vow of Venom. It contains dark themes and content some readers may not be comfortable with.
A misunderstanding led my stepfather to arrange Hunter's marriage to Olivia, when Hunter had actually been asking about me. Now this ruthless billionaire uses his engagement to invade my life, his touch setting my skin ablaze whenever we're alone.
I should stay away. But as I uncover secrets about my father's death and Hunter's connection to the shadowy Vipers society, I'm pulled deeper into his dangerous world.
The line between desire and danger blurs with every forbidden moment we share. And at the masquerade ball, when the masks finally come off, I discover the deadliest secret of all.
Was everything between us a lie? Or is the man I shouldn't want the only one who can save me?
This book is the first book in the Hunter and Prey duet and it does end in a Cliffhanger ending, which will be settled in the second book, A Vow of Venom. It contains dark themes and content some readers may not be comfortable with.
262 pages, Kindle Edition
Published January 4, 2026
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January 2, 2026
Secret Society, taboo romance, touch her and ☠️, instant tension. Aurora and Hunter meet on a cliffside where her father committed suicide. The tension between them is instant, only Aurora learns a little later that Hunter is engaged to her sister Olivia. Hunter realizes his mistake when he meets Olivia, but the tension between Hunter and Aurora becomes more intense than they can withstand. This does end on a cliffhanger and I look forward to seeing what happens next.
January 30, 2026
Hunter and prey plus it's forbidden and you get the most epic cliffhanger ever
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
🔥🔥🔥🔥
Hunter Reed is a monster wrapped in a designer suit and Aurora is the one person who sees him completely…
🖤Dark Secret Society
🖤Burn the World For Her
🖤Obsessive & Possessive
🖤Touch Her & ☠️
🖤“Mine”
🖤Cøckwärming
🖤Br33d!ng K!nk Without Pregnancy
My Thoughts 💭
What can I say Aurora the girl is so stuck on what she believes is her father's s*cide she can't get over it, and she lost her mother and all she has left is her stepfather and her sister and she then runs into Hunter and he believes that she's about to jump when really she's not and they almost kiss.
Hunter is in the secret society he can't really tell what he does he has a lot of secrets and essentially lives a whole other life. Though he thinks he's doing an orange marriage with her when really it's her sister Olivia.
Right from the beginning you can tell that Hunter has fallen head over heels for her and she thinks about him constantly but when it comes down to it he is straight up obsessed with her.
There is a spicy video call there is forbidden touches and glances and riskey situations.
You have tension and undeniable yearning from both of them and as hard Aurora fights this she can't, also you have Olivia her sister and she's keeping this huge secret for her and to be honest the girl really didn't have to that's just my opinion.
Overall the plot between both books is smoothly done to the point you don't see a gap when the first book ends and the second one begins but there is a cliffhanger at the end of the first one.
Also the second book you start to really get so enthralled and Olivia, Ari and Jax and you start to question Jack's being a psychopath and Olivia and Ari are perfect for each other. With that said I cannot wait for the trilogy that's coming.
I did find some things ironic and sometimes I thought the characters needed to like me slapped upside the head a few times because I just think at times the character has gotten their own way of their happiness.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
🔥🔥🔥🔥
Hunter Reed is a monster wrapped in a designer suit and Aurora is the one person who sees him completely…
🖤Dark Secret Society
🖤Burn the World For Her
🖤Obsessive & Possessive
🖤Touch Her & ☠️
🖤“Mine”
🖤Cøckwärming
🖤Br33d!ng K!nk Without Pregnancy
My Thoughts 💭
What can I say Aurora the girl is so stuck on what she believes is her father's s*cide she can't get over it, and she lost her mother and all she has left is her stepfather and her sister and she then runs into Hunter and he believes that she's about to jump when really she's not and they almost kiss.
Hunter is in the secret society he can't really tell what he does he has a lot of secrets and essentially lives a whole other life. Though he thinks he's doing an orange marriage with her when really it's her sister Olivia.
Right from the beginning you can tell that Hunter has fallen head over heels for her and she thinks about him constantly but when it comes down to it he is straight up obsessed with her.
There is a spicy video call there is forbidden touches and glances and riskey situations.
You have tension and undeniable yearning from both of them and as hard Aurora fights this she can't, also you have Olivia her sister and she's keeping this huge secret for her and to be honest the girl really didn't have to that's just my opinion.
Overall the plot between both books is smoothly done to the point you don't see a gap when the first book ends and the second one begins but there is a cliffhanger at the end of the first one.
Also the second book you start to really get so enthralled and Olivia, Ari and Jax and you start to question Jack's being a psychopath and Olivia and Ari are perfect for each other. With that said I cannot wait for the trilogy that's coming.
I did find some things ironic and sometimes I thought the characters needed to like me slapped upside the head a few times because I just think at times the character has gotten their own way of their happiness.
January 5, 2026
This book is definitely a 5* read! I absolutely loved reading this book and it’s such a page turner and has you hooked, I felt it was abit slow at the beginning but once you get into it, it’s hard to put my kindle down!
I’d highly recommend this book by Bianca Cole, and I will definitely be reading more of Bianca’s books!.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I’d highly recommend this book by Bianca Cole, and I will definitely be reading more of Bianca’s books!.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
January 6, 2026
Plot: 4/5 - Smut: 3/5 —————-> This was entertaining, but HIGHLY predictable. Hunter sounds like he’d be pretty fun to be alone in a room with. Aurora and Hunter together? They were well written together. Hunter and Olivia? 😴😴😴.
Ends on a cliffy, with Hunters crew/society kidnapping Olivia and Aurora. Setting you up for book 2. Here’s to hoping
book 2 isn’t as predictable as book 1 was. Not trying to bash it. I did like this. I just guessed every twist and turn.
Ends on a cliffy, with Hunters crew/society kidnapping Olivia and Aurora. Setting you up for book 2. Here’s to hoping
book 2 isn’t as predictable as book 1 was. Not trying to bash it. I did like this. I just guessed every twist and turn.
January 6, 2026
The inconsistencies in this book made me nuts. They are sloppy and irritated me enough to write a review.
ETA: I just remembered there’s an editing note left in the text. All I recall is, “Got it!” and something about making a flashback into a conversation, I think? First time I’ve ever seen that, lol.
~ Since when is NYC on the Pacific Ocean? She looks down into the Pacific at the cliff house in the beginning, but then they drive up from the city.
~ Apparently Martha is cloned. She’s the full-time housekeeper at the cliff house, but also cooking at the NYC home of the stepfather.
~ She is 20 and running an entire publishing division? In what world would this happen? Even raging nepotism is not this incompetent.
~ In one of the sex scenes, he is described as walking toward her with his shirt open. A few moments later, she is ripping it open and buttons are flying everywhere. I’m assuming in this fantastical world of 20-year-old publishing moguls, magic shirts also exist.
~ If I said “I’m tired” as much as this chick did, and no one questioned whether or not I was dying and needed to see a doctor, it would hurt my feelings.
I’m sure there’s more, but I won’t be reading or rereading to find it. I also will not be reading the next book. My blood pressure does not need another spike from something I’m supposed to enjoy.
What saved this from being a one-star review was the writing, which was actually pretty decent. The actual story was also not bad, especially if you don’t care about continuity, consistency, or basic geography.
Cross-posted on Amazon.
ETA: I just remembered there’s an editing note left in the text. All I recall is, “Got it!” and something about making a flashback into a conversation, I think? First time I’ve ever seen that, lol.
~ Since when is NYC on the Pacific Ocean? She looks down into the Pacific at the cliff house in the beginning, but then they drive up from the city.
~ Apparently Martha is cloned. She’s the full-time housekeeper at the cliff house, but also cooking at the NYC home of the stepfather.
~ She is 20 and running an entire publishing division? In what world would this happen? Even raging nepotism is not this incompetent.
~ In one of the sex scenes, he is described as walking toward her with his shirt open. A few moments later, she is ripping it open and buttons are flying everywhere. I’m assuming in this fantastical world of 20-year-old publishing moguls, magic shirts also exist.
~ If I said “I’m tired” as much as this chick did, and no one questioned whether or not I was dying and needed to see a doctor, it would hurt my feelings.
I’m sure there’s more, but I won’t be reading or rereading to find it. I also will not be reading the next book. My blood pressure does not need another spike from something I’m supposed to enjoy.
What saved this from being a one-star review was the writing, which was actually pretty decent. The actual story was also not bad, especially if you don’t care about continuity, consistency, or basic geography.
Cross-posted on Amazon.
January 26, 2026
Vow of Malice is first book in the Hunter and Prey duet and it does end in a mind-blogging cliffhanger ending that would leave desperate for book two, which will be settled in the second book, A Vow of Venom. It contains dark themes and content some readers may not be comfortable with. A forbidden romance ignites between a woman and and her step-brother's fiance as she uncovers dangerous secrets about her father's death and the Vipers society. The first book is a dark romance duet. A fast paced, thrilling, and gripping story. Dangerous. Twisted. Dark. Compelling. Captivating. Delicious. Dirty. An exquisitely crafted story with two unlikely individuals and a twisty and complex storyline that grabs the reader attention from the start and keeps you transfixed and on the edge of your seat and turning the pages. Hang on to your seat and prepare yourself for this mind-blowing rollercoaster ride filled with high-octane adventures, non-stop twists and turns, panty-melting passion, longing, angst, cravings, lust and heat. This Aurora and Hunter's story which is told from a dual point of view.
A gothic fiction romance, polar opposite attracts story, contemporary romance, he-falls-first romance, insta-everything romance, insta-love romance, morally-grey antihero romance, organize crime story, lust-at-first-sight romance, billionaire romance, primal romance, dark mafia romance, romantic suspense story, secret society romance, off-limits romance, touch-her-and-die romance, taboo romance, step-sister's fiance romance, forbidden romance, protective alpha hero story, forced proximity romance, arranged marriage romance, relationship-that-started-with-a-misunderstand with possessiveness, obsession, consensual intense rough sex, dominance, submission, dirty talking, guilt, power play, grief, trauma, power and control, sadness, hurt and pain, loss, drama, lies, push and pull, deception, revelations, survival, deep dark hidden secrets, resilience, manipulation, madness, darkness, coercion, family, betrayal, kidnapping, captivity, friendship, loyalty, witty banter, humor, anger, alliance, power struggle, steam, connection, love and so much more.
Hunter Reed is a tall, muscular, tatted, gray-blue eye, merciless, handsome and powerful billionaire mogul and part of a secret society known as the Vipers that he and a couple of his friends founded while in college. He's also the CEO of Reed Technologies. This secret society consists of many powerful, ruthless, feared and influential members ranging from lawyers, CEO's of fortune 500 companies, judges, actors, police commissioner, doctors, and politicians, and more. One day Hunter saw this beautiful young woman by a cliff who he thought was contemplating and jumping and ending her life. The young woman name was twenty year old Aurora Harrison who was seven years younger than Hunter. Years ago she lost her dad who jumped off that same cliff where Hunter saw her. She was there because that was the last place that she had seen him. One look at her and he was hook and so was she and her world was ignited. He instantly became obsessed and knew that he had to have her.
Aurora was an orphan until her step-father Derrick Harrison and step-sister Olivia came into her. Hunter wanted her and there's no line or people that who won't cross to get what he wants. He told her step-father about woman who he wanted not knowing that they were another daughter. Her step-father immediately arranged a marriage between him and Olivia and it wasn't until he showed up to house for business that they were two and Mr. Harrison had a misunderstanding that put him in the current predicament that he's in now. It was then that he decided that he was going to do whatever he had to get out of this arranged marriage to be with the woman who he had this unusual connection with. Now this ruthless billionaire uses his engagement to invade her life, his touch setting her skin ablaze whenever they were alone.
The two started to see each other in secret even though she know that she would stay away because she didn't want to hurt her sister. Hunter as some secrets that he's hiding from her that put her in the direct part of danger. And as she uncovers secrets about Hunter's connection to the shadowy Vipers society she's pulled deeper into his dangerous world. The line between desire and danger blurs with every forbidden moment that they share. And at the masquerade ball, when the masks finally come off she discovered the deadliest secret of all. This made her wondered if everything between was a lie, or is the man that she shouldn't want was the only one who can save her. They were people in the background who was working against Hunter and wanted Aurora out of his life. Although Aurora didn't wanted to hurt her sister she still ended up hurting and Olivia was upset with her and when hell broke loose at the ball with mayhem all around when the dust was settled both of the sisters were kidnapped because of drama that's directly tied to Hunter and his Vipers society. She was is light in the darkness. His sin and obsession. Will Hunter save the girls in time before something bad happens to them?
I received an advanced copy of this book via Booksprout and I am voluntarily leaving a review.
A gothic fiction romance, polar opposite attracts story, contemporary romance, he-falls-first romance, insta-everything romance, insta-love romance, morally-grey antihero romance, organize crime story, lust-at-first-sight romance, billionaire romance, primal romance, dark mafia romance, romantic suspense story, secret society romance, off-limits romance, touch-her-and-die romance, taboo romance, step-sister's fiance romance, forbidden romance, protective alpha hero story, forced proximity romance, arranged marriage romance, relationship-that-started-with-a-misunderstand with possessiveness, obsession, consensual intense rough sex, dominance, submission, dirty talking, guilt, power play, grief, trauma, power and control, sadness, hurt and pain, loss, drama, lies, push and pull, deception, revelations, survival, deep dark hidden secrets, resilience, manipulation, madness, darkness, coercion, family, betrayal, kidnapping, captivity, friendship, loyalty, witty banter, humor, anger, alliance, power struggle, steam, connection, love and so much more.
Hunter Reed is a tall, muscular, tatted, gray-blue eye, merciless, handsome and powerful billionaire mogul and part of a secret society known as the Vipers that he and a couple of his friends founded while in college. He's also the CEO of Reed Technologies. This secret society consists of many powerful, ruthless, feared and influential members ranging from lawyers, CEO's of fortune 500 companies, judges, actors, police commissioner, doctors, and politicians, and more. One day Hunter saw this beautiful young woman by a cliff who he thought was contemplating and jumping and ending her life. The young woman name was twenty year old Aurora Harrison who was seven years younger than Hunter. Years ago she lost her dad who jumped off that same cliff where Hunter saw her. She was there because that was the last place that she had seen him. One look at her and he was hook and so was she and her world was ignited. He instantly became obsessed and knew that he had to have her.
Aurora was an orphan until her step-father Derrick Harrison and step-sister Olivia came into her. Hunter wanted her and there's no line or people that who won't cross to get what he wants. He told her step-father about woman who he wanted not knowing that they were another daughter. Her step-father immediately arranged a marriage between him and Olivia and it wasn't until he showed up to house for business that they were two and Mr. Harrison had a misunderstanding that put him in the current predicament that he's in now. It was then that he decided that he was going to do whatever he had to get out of this arranged marriage to be with the woman who he had this unusual connection with. Now this ruthless billionaire uses his engagement to invade her life, his touch setting her skin ablaze whenever they were alone.
The two started to see each other in secret even though she know that she would stay away because she didn't want to hurt her sister. Hunter as some secrets that he's hiding from her that put her in the direct part of danger. And as she uncovers secrets about Hunter's connection to the shadowy Vipers society she's pulled deeper into his dangerous world. The line between desire and danger blurs with every forbidden moment that they share. And at the masquerade ball, when the masks finally come off she discovered the deadliest secret of all. This made her wondered if everything between was a lie, or is the man that she shouldn't want was the only one who can save her. They were people in the background who was working against Hunter and wanted Aurora out of his life. Although Aurora didn't wanted to hurt her sister she still ended up hurting and Olivia was upset with her and when hell broke loose at the ball with mayhem all around when the dust was settled both of the sisters were kidnapped because of drama that's directly tied to Hunter and his Vipers society. She was is light in the darkness. His sin and obsession. Will Hunter save the girls in time before something bad happens to them?
I received an advanced copy of this book via Booksprout and I am voluntarily leaving a review.
Review of advance copy received from Author
Stars: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️/5
Spice: 🌶️🌶️🌶️.5/5
Vow of Malice will sweep you into its current and will not let you go. The storm that is Hunter Reed? That is one I could get lost in…
🖤Dark Secret Society
🖤Billionaire Alphahole MMC
🖤Taboo - Stepsister’s Fiancé
🖤Touch Her & ☠️ Energy
🖤Pr!mal Play & Power Exchange
🖤Use of Restraints, Sq💦irting
🖤Br33d!ng K!nk
Connecting with Hunter Reed’s gaze shifted Aurora’s world on its axis. The problem? He’s now her stepsister’s fiancé.
A misunderstanding and a business arrangement made behind closed doors finds Hunter engaged to the wrong woman, and he’s using his engagement to his advantage to get closer to Aurora. And when they’re alone? His touch ignites a passion within that she didn’t know existed.
Aurora feels she should stay away from Hunter, it’s the right thing to do after all. But she can’t resist the pull and the more she gets to know Hunter, the deeper she’s pulled into his dangerous world. The Vipers have rules that Aurora can’t even begin to comprehend, nor the lengths that they would go to ensure their members’ loyalties aren’t compromised, and riding the line of danger and desire could have deadly consequences…
The moment Hunter realizes he got the identity wrong of the woman he wanted? Lordt. Hunter Reed is calculating and he’s willing to adjust the chess pieces to ensure that he gets what he has deemed his, and that’s Aurora. And that misunderstanding, which gutted Aurora, gets cleared up pretty quickly between these two…now, making it actually happen in reality? Well…that wasn’t as easy to coordinate given the business deals at stake, Aurora’s stepdad having a lot of connections beyond what the Vipers could control, and answering to the head of the Vipers…there are so many contingencies that will have you biting your nails in anticipation! And the spice? You’ll be fanning your face because Hunter has a filthy mouth, is OTT possessive and he’s ready to mark and claim Aurora, consequences be damned. That cliffhanger?! I need book 2 of this duet as of yesterday. I have so many questions and I am ready to 🔥 it all down because there’s only one person I trust right now to fix things…
Spice: 🌶️🌶️🌶️.5/5
Vow of Malice will sweep you into its current and will not let you go. The storm that is Hunter Reed? That is one I could get lost in…
🖤Dark Secret Society
🖤Billionaire Alphahole MMC
🖤Taboo - Stepsister’s Fiancé
🖤Touch Her & ☠️ Energy
🖤Pr!mal Play & Power Exchange
🖤Use of Restraints, Sq💦irting
🖤Br33d!ng K!nk
Connecting with Hunter Reed’s gaze shifted Aurora’s world on its axis. The problem? He’s now her stepsister’s fiancé.
A misunderstanding and a business arrangement made behind closed doors finds Hunter engaged to the wrong woman, and he’s using his engagement to his advantage to get closer to Aurora. And when they’re alone? His touch ignites a passion within that she didn’t know existed.
Aurora feels she should stay away from Hunter, it’s the right thing to do after all. But she can’t resist the pull and the more she gets to know Hunter, the deeper she’s pulled into his dangerous world. The Vipers have rules that Aurora can’t even begin to comprehend, nor the lengths that they would go to ensure their members’ loyalties aren’t compromised, and riding the line of danger and desire could have deadly consequences…
The moment Hunter realizes he got the identity wrong of the woman he wanted? Lordt. Hunter Reed is calculating and he’s willing to adjust the chess pieces to ensure that he gets what he has deemed his, and that’s Aurora. And that misunderstanding, which gutted Aurora, gets cleared up pretty quickly between these two…now, making it actually happen in reality? Well…that wasn’t as easy to coordinate given the business deals at stake, Aurora’s stepdad having a lot of connections beyond what the Vipers could control, and answering to the head of the Vipers…there are so many contingencies that will have you biting your nails in anticipation! And the spice? You’ll be fanning your face because Hunter has a filthy mouth, is OTT possessive and he’s ready to mark and claim Aurora, consequences be damned. That cliffhanger?! I need book 2 of this duet as of yesterday. I have so many questions and I am ready to 🔥 it all down because there’s only one person I trust right now to fix things…
Review of advance copy
After she lost her father, Aurora went to Europe to escape, but she is now returning to The Cliff House, to face the place where the tragedy happened. It's there she briefly meets Hunter, the billionaire and CEO of Reed Technologies and one of the Vipers from a secret society. The society is an organization that rules over the city, and all that goes on in it, those where are willing to cross lines that others won't.
Hunter decides that he wants Aurora, so he makes a business deal with her stepfather for an arranged marriage. Only when the night comes to tell everyone about it, he realizes that there is more than one daughter, and he's asked for the wrong daughter, Olivia. Although this is a miscommunication type trope, it didn't feel like a normal one and was okay with it.
There is instant chemistry between the two MCs; the moment they meet, you can already start to feel a strike of lightning. He's power and control incarnate. She's sweet and strong. The spice between these two is intense and hot! The fact that he was engaged to Olivia was only a business transaction, and he was not going to let that get in the way of being with Aurora.
The overall story is built on mystery, drama, secrets and suspense with twists that will keep you on the edge of your seat. The cliffhanger at the end has me needing book 2 asap!!
Overall: 4.25 out of 5 ⭐⭐⭐⭐.25
Spice/Heat Intensity: 3 out of 5 🌶️🌶️🌶️
Main Characters: Hunter & Aurora
Darkness: 3 out of 5 🖤🖤🖤
Type of book: MF, Dual 1st Person POV
Reading Order: Books need to be read in order, Duet
Title: Hunter and Prey Duet- Vows of Malice: Book 1
Ending Type: Cliffhanger
*OTT Possessive, obsessive, dominant, and protective MMC
*Eyes only for her
*"Playboy" lifestyle before FMC
*Secret Society
*CEO BIllionaire MMC
*Power Exchange
*Loss of parents FMC
*No cheating or sharing between the MCs
⚠️ This book has descriptive parts that may be offensive or triggering to some. Please check all the authors' TW/CW before reading! 18+
*I received an early copy of this book and am voluntarily writing this review.
Hunter decides that he wants Aurora, so he makes a business deal with her stepfather for an arranged marriage. Only when the night comes to tell everyone about it, he realizes that there is more than one daughter, and he's asked for the wrong daughter, Olivia. Although this is a miscommunication type trope, it didn't feel like a normal one and was okay with it.
There is instant chemistry between the two MCs; the moment they meet, you can already start to feel a strike of lightning. He's power and control incarnate. She's sweet and strong. The spice between these two is intense and hot! The fact that he was engaged to Olivia was only a business transaction, and he was not going to let that get in the way of being with Aurora.
The overall story is built on mystery, drama, secrets and suspense with twists that will keep you on the edge of your seat. The cliffhanger at the end has me needing book 2 asap!!
Overall: 4.25 out of 5 ⭐⭐⭐⭐.25
Spice/Heat Intensity: 3 out of 5 🌶️🌶️🌶️
Main Characters: Hunter & Aurora
Darkness: 3 out of 5 🖤🖤🖤
Type of book: MF, Dual 1st Person POV
Reading Order: Books need to be read in order, Duet
Title: Hunter and Prey Duet- Vows of Malice: Book 1
Ending Type: Cliffhanger
*OTT Possessive, obsessive, dominant, and protective MMC
*Eyes only for her
*"Playboy" lifestyle before FMC
*Secret Society
*CEO BIllionaire MMC
*Power Exchange
*Loss of parents FMC
*No cheating or sharing between the MCs
⚠️ This book has descriptive parts that may be offensive or triggering to some. Please check all the authors' TW/CW before reading! 18+
*I received an early copy of this book and am voluntarily writing this review.
Review of advance copy
Good lawd, I'm STILL trying to pick my mouth up off the floor with this one. I mean, WOW! This was one phenominal read! One of the best I've read all year, actually. I was, literally, hooked from page one, and the addiction NEVER let up!!
We're introduced to the mfc, Aurora, who is at her childhood home, the very place her father leapt to his death off a cliff in the backyard. Enter the mmc and neighbor, Hunter, who finds Aurora standing at that very cliff ledge, where he believes she plans to jump, only she's not. He intercedes, though, and sparks fly, but they part ways. Only, unbeknownst to Aurora, an obsession began for Hunter, who sets up an arranged marriage through her step-father, whom he's, through a stroke of luck, doing business with. Problem is, because Hunter never got Aurora's name, the arrangement is made with her sister, Hunter not knowing there's more than one daughter, and it isn't until Hunter comes over to discuss "business", that he realizes this fact. Hunter decides then and there, he's gonna do what he has to to get out of the marriage arrangement with Aurora's sister and make Aurora his.
Aurora fights her feelings, not wanting to betray her sister, but the more Hunter pushes, the more her walls crumble. But marriage arrangements to the wrong sister aren't their only obstacle. Hunter has a secret life, one that puts a target on Aurora's back, putting her in danger. Can they overcome the danger and obstacles to have their happily ever after, or will Hunter lose Aurora forever?
There's so much intrigue, mystery, drama, you can't turn the pages quick enough to find out what happens next. And the spice is absolute. Freaking. Chef's. Kiss! When I say EVERYTHING about this book is utter perfection, I'm not remotely kidding! So ready for book two!!!
We're introduced to the mfc, Aurora, who is at her childhood home, the very place her father leapt to his death off a cliff in the backyard. Enter the mmc and neighbor, Hunter, who finds Aurora standing at that very cliff ledge, where he believes she plans to jump, only she's not. He intercedes, though, and sparks fly, but they part ways. Only, unbeknownst to Aurora, an obsession began for Hunter, who sets up an arranged marriage through her step-father, whom he's, through a stroke of luck, doing business with. Problem is, because Hunter never got Aurora's name, the arrangement is made with her sister, Hunter not knowing there's more than one daughter, and it isn't until Hunter comes over to discuss "business", that he realizes this fact. Hunter decides then and there, he's gonna do what he has to to get out of the marriage arrangement with Aurora's sister and make Aurora his.
Aurora fights her feelings, not wanting to betray her sister, but the more Hunter pushes, the more her walls crumble. But marriage arrangements to the wrong sister aren't their only obstacle. Hunter has a secret life, one that puts a target on Aurora's back, putting her in danger. Can they overcome the danger and obstacles to have their happily ever after, or will Hunter lose Aurora forever?
There's so much intrigue, mystery, drama, you can't turn the pages quick enough to find out what happens next. And the spice is absolute. Freaking. Chef's. Kiss! When I say EVERYTHING about this book is utter perfection, I'm not remotely kidding! So ready for book two!!!
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January 5, 2026
Good heavens, I am still utterly speechless, completely blown away by "Vow of Malice"! Honestly, WOW! This was not just a good read; it was an absolutely phenomenal and unforgettable literary experience! It is, without a doubt, one of the absolute best books I've had the pleasure of reading! From the very first page, I was completely and utterly hooked, and the captivating pull of this story never, ever relinquished its grip on me! The ingenious plot twists and breathtaking turns kept me on the very edge of my seat, my heart pounding in anticipation with every turn of the page. Furthermore, the characters were so brilliantly crafted and intricately developed, I felt like I had the distinct pleasure of knowing them personally; their struggles and triumphs felt so real, so deeply human. Bianca Cole possesses an undeniable, innate talent for storytelling, and "Vow of Malice" serves as the shining, perfect testament to her extraordinary gift. If you are searching for a book that will completely enthrall and immerse you in its narrative, leaving you utterly breathless and craving more, then look no further, because you have absolutely found it! This is, without a shadow of a doubt, an absolute must-read for any true book lover!.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Review of advance copy received from Author
Vow of Malice is the first story in the Hunter and Prey duet. I absolutely loved it and could not put it down. It is so well-written and the characters are amazing.
Aurora is sad that her mother has died. She goes to the house where her mother lived. When she goes outside and looks over the rocks a man comes and saves her. He thinks she is going to jump. She is very attracted to him. She later finds out his name is Hunter and he is a wealthy businessman.
Hunter is very attracted to Aurora but doesn't find out her name. He contacts her father and arranges for them to be married. The problem is that he doesn't know Aurora has a sister. When he finds out the arrangement is to Aurora's sister, he begins to plan how he is going to get out of their arrangement. He refuses to have any other woman besides Aurora. Aurora doesn't want to betray her sister and tries to ignore her feelings for Hunter. What will happen to their relationship?
I loved Aurora and Hunter's chemistry. They set the pages on fire. I can't wait to read the second part of their story. The cliffhanger left me on the edge. Amazing story.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Aurora is sad that her mother has died. She goes to the house where her mother lived. When she goes outside and looks over the rocks a man comes and saves her. He thinks she is going to jump. She is very attracted to him. She later finds out his name is Hunter and he is a wealthy businessman.
Hunter is very attracted to Aurora but doesn't find out her name. He contacts her father and arranges for them to be married. The problem is that he doesn't know Aurora has a sister. When he finds out the arrangement is to Aurora's sister, he begins to plan how he is going to get out of their arrangement. He refuses to have any other woman besides Aurora. Aurora doesn't want to betray her sister and tries to ignore her feelings for Hunter. What will happen to their relationship?
I loved Aurora and Hunter's chemistry. They set the pages on fire. I can't wait to read the second part of their story. The cliffhanger left me on the edge. Amazing story.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
January 4, 2026
This is the 1st part of the Hunter and Prey Duet where Aurora thinks about how her father left this life on the very cliff she’s standing on in the pouring rain only to be pulled back from the edge from a powerful man, Hunter. These two cannot stop the pull between them so when Hunter makes a deal with her step-father to marry his daughter, Hunter is engaged to Olivia her step-sister that Hunter confused for Aurora. Being a member of the Vipers Hunter has power and he uses it to manipulate getting close to Aurora behind everyone’s back until the leader discovers what’s going on and uses Aurora against Hunter. Aurora tries to do the right thing by denying Hunter but their connection is unstoppable and they fall in love amongst the extreme danger to Aurora and her life. Hunters best laid plans seem to ensure her safety at his annual masquerade balk only for the bottom to fall out leaving Aurora and Olivia taken by his enemies while she gives Olivia the truth about her relationship with Hunter! I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Review of advance copy
Omg, this book is fire. Hunter and Aurora were the most amazing characters in this book. The intense heat between could set my soul on fire. Hunter saves Aurora from falling from a cliff. She wasn’t actually going to fall, but what an amazing guy. And his attraction to her was instant. He knew she was who he wanted for life. So he asked her father to arrange their marriage. However, not knowing her name or that she had a sister, her dad arranges the marriage between Hunter and Aurora’s sister. Out of respect for her sister, Aurora tries to step back and leave it alone. But Hunter is doing everything he can to get IT fixed.
This book was so well written. It was intense and pulls you in. I didn’t want to put it down. I devoured this book and I’m impatiently waiting for the next book. This was just absolutely wickedly delicious.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
This book was so well written. It was intense and pulls you in. I didn’t want to put it down. I devoured this book and I’m impatiently waiting for the next book. This was just absolutely wickedly delicious.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Review of advance copy
This story will keep you glued to your Kindle. Be sure and read the trigger warnings.
Aurora is at her family home where her father committed suicide. She is mulling her thoughts about his suicide and her life in general. Hunter finds her and takes away from the edge, but both recognize their attraction. He suggests an arranged marriage with her stepfather, not realizing it will be with her stepsister.
Despite this they begin a relationship which has really dark overtones while hiding it from all the parties concerned.
There are factions behind Hunter who want him to cut off his relationship with Aurora, but he refuses.
As a result, she and her stepsister are abducted from a masquerade ball.
This story has a cliff hanger ending, I can't wait for the book in this series.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Aurora is at her family home where her father committed suicide. She is mulling her thoughts about his suicide and her life in general. Hunter finds her and takes away from the edge, but both recognize their attraction. He suggests an arranged marriage with her stepfather, not realizing it will be with her stepsister.
Despite this they begin a relationship which has really dark overtones while hiding it from all the parties concerned.
There are factions behind Hunter who want him to cut off his relationship with Aurora, but he refuses.
As a result, she and her stepsister are abducted from a masquerade ball.
This story has a cliff hanger ending, I can't wait for the book in this series.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Review of advance copy received from Author
Mr. Hunter Reed is another book boyfriend I wouldn't mind running into on a dark night in the woods! He's everything a tall, handsome, & dangerous man should be; everything Aurora shouldn't want but does! Their banter, the power struggle, Aurora's submission, & their desire for each other is one I got lost in. Aurora's independent, smart, & beautifully broken. The pull Hunter & Aurora have from the moment they first touch is nothing short of magnetic! The twists, turns, what lurks in the darkness, & what is right in front of everyone is addictive! I read this book so quick! I haven't found one of Bianca's books that I have devoured or a book boyfriend I haven't fallen in love with! 🖤 It's a quick read full of everything you could want in a morally grey, dark romance. Must read!.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
January 5, 2026
Wow, just wow, this meet-cute sets the stage for a stormy romance and then some!
I was immediately captured by Aurora's struggle at the scene of her father's suicide. Then add in Hunter's taking control of her at the very moment when the storm rages down on them and the plot is set for an epic turmoil between the two. When Hunter discovers that his planned engagement to his friend's daughter is actually not the one he assumed, he is already plotting how to get out of it. I can feel Aurora's shock as she can fathom the idea of lusting after her stepsister's fiance. Hunter refuses to take no as an answer from Aurora to be together, while his secret association with the Vipers puts a kink in his plans. The end builds to something you know is coming, yet you don't want it to happen. I can't wait for the next book in the duet!
I was immediately captured by Aurora's struggle at the scene of her father's suicide. Then add in Hunter's taking control of her at the very moment when the storm rages down on them and the plot is set for an epic turmoil between the two. When Hunter discovers that his planned engagement to his friend's daughter is actually not the one he assumed, he is already plotting how to get out of it. I can feel Aurora's shock as she can fathom the idea of lusting after her stepsister's fiance. Hunter refuses to take no as an answer from Aurora to be together, while his secret association with the Vipers puts a kink in his plans. The end builds to something you know is coming, yet you don't want it to happen. I can't wait for the next book in the duet!
January 5, 2026
Aurora’s life takes a twisted path when she meets Hunter. I love the dark obsession between them: they can’t keep their hands off each other even though he’s promised to her sister. Their scenes are absolutely perfect: addictive, intense, dirty, and extremely spicy! He’s a powerful man with secrets that require his loyalty, but his distraction changes everything! Bianca Cole created a book of great characters, a sinister secret society, and enough heat to burn their world down! The cliffhanger is brutal and leaves so much mystery about who survives and who prevails! I can’t wait for the next book in this duet!.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
January 6, 2026
This is part 1 of a duet so prepare yourself for the cliffhanger. For a tech billionaire, member of a secret society, and slightly stalkerish, I find it very funny that Hunter ends up engaged to Olivia and not her stepsister Aurora. Despite his arrangement, he is not going to let Aurora go and his possessive/obsessive nature is intense. The tension that builds as Aurora juggles her feelings for Hunter, her sister and her friends figuring out something is happening between the two was perfect. Not really a slow build but not immediate either. This book definitely sets the stage for chaos in part 2. I am anxiously waiting to see how things pan out because things hit the fan at the end!.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
January 31, 2026
★“I’ll take what’s mine. And make no mistake, Aurora, you are mine.”★
Garnering the insta-obsessive attention of one Hunter Reed leads to a majorly complicated situation which Aurora just cannot seem to extricate herself from. His intensity and his raw declarations only serve to draw her to him more, no matter how hard she denies or avoids. But she is not the only one who is not happy with Hunter’s consumptive fixation on her, and Hunter and Aurora are going to find out just where trust and loyalty lie when the true hunters illustrate their discontent in what may be the most devastating of moves. Riveting first installment to this series!
💝🫶🏼 Please mind your triggers before diving in 🫶🏼💝
Garnering the insta-obsessive attention of one Hunter Reed leads to a majorly complicated situation which Aurora just cannot seem to extricate herself from. His intensity and his raw declarations only serve to draw her to him more, no matter how hard she denies or avoids. But she is not the only one who is not happy with Hunter’s consumptive fixation on her, and Hunter and Aurora are going to find out just where trust and loyalty lie when the true hunters illustrate their discontent in what may be the most devastating of moves. Riveting first installment to this series!
💝🫶🏼 Please mind your triggers before diving in 🫶🏼💝
Review of advance copy
Vow Of Malice is book 1 in the Hunter And Prey duet. Holy Hades!!!!!! What a freakin mess a misunderstanding can make! Hunter, Aurora and Olivia are in the midst of chaos and danger that seems to come from all sides. These characters are absolutely fantastic and pulls you into their journey so quickly. My heart ached for Aurora, but at the same time I was so aggravated with both her and Hunter. Vow Of Malice is a completely consuming story and that cliffhanger left me speechless. I can't wait for Vow Of Venom!
Review of advance copy
Mistaken identity and arranged marriages. Aurora and Hunter meet on a cliffside where her father committed suicide where their attraction starts. Hunter is intrigued and seeks an alliance. A captivating story as the wrong sister is engaged to Hunter, but that doesn't stop him from getting what he wants. He has his own secrets, as this story twisters and turns and dark danger surrounds him and Ava. This story does end in a cliffhanger, and I can't wait to read where the story takes us.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
January 6, 2026
Hunter and Prey Duet part 1
If you're looking for a delicious morally gray character to make you squeal and kick your feet while you lose your mind over his dirty talking mouth then look no further because Hunter is here. This man is relentless let me tell you the way he goes after Aurora is unhinged. Bianca Cole writes some steamy action. I was definitely fanning myself. This was a fast/easy read I couldn't get enough of. I ate it up! I can't wait to see where the story goes in book 2!
Tropes:
Secret society
Billionare
Primal
Dual POV
Check TW
If you're looking for a delicious morally gray character to make you squeal and kick your feet while you lose your mind over his dirty talking mouth then look no further because Hunter is here. This man is relentless let me tell you the way he goes after Aurora is unhinged. Bianca Cole writes some steamy action. I was definitely fanning myself. This was a fast/easy read I couldn't get enough of. I ate it up! I can't wait to see where the story goes in book 2!
Tropes:
Secret society
Billionare
Primal
Dual POV
Check TW
January 14, 2026
Vow of Malice is the first book in the Hunter and Prey Duet which focuses on Hunter, a powerful billionaire performing business with the stepfather of two daughters, who barters an arranged marriage with Aurora, the daughter he met informally, but due to a miscommunication is to marry her sister, Olivia. This intriguing dark romance has complex characters, plot twists, strong emotions, danger, sizzling chemistry, confusion, and a shocking cliffhanger leading to the second book of the duet.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Review of advance copy
So good, I can’t wait for book 2…
In book 1 of the Hunter & Prey duet Aurora falls in love with her stepsister Olivia’s fiancé Hunter Reed. In her defense, she met him first and he mistakenly entered into a marriage contract thinking that she is Olivia. Now things have gone from bad to worse as they’ve landed in the crosshairs of deadly Vipers… I received a free copy of this book. This review was posted voluntarily.
In book 1 of the Hunter & Prey duet Aurora falls in love with her stepsister Olivia’s fiancé Hunter Reed. In her defense, she met him first and he mistakenly entered into a marriage contract thinking that she is Olivia. Now things have gone from bad to worse as they’ve landed in the crosshairs of deadly Vipers… I received a free copy of this book. This review was posted voluntarily.
Review of advance copy received from Author
This story is a wild ride, and the connection between the characters is immediate and intense. Normally I am not a fan of relationship complications, however the way it is written here I did not even think twice about it. They meet on a cliff and things escalate quickly from there, not literally, do not worry. When she discovers that he has been set up in an arranged marriage, the story takes a sharp turn. And that cliffhanger at the end absolutely left me needing more.
Review of advance copy
A chance meeting....
Sparks......
Attraction....
Obsession......
Possession......
And thats just one side of the coin! There is so much intensity to Aurora and Hunter, their lives, their love. No amount of denial could stop what was obviously meant to be!
I just cannot wait for part two Bravo Bianca Cole, Bravo!.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Sparks......
Attraction....
Obsession......
Possession......
And thats just one side of the coin! There is so much intensity to Aurora and Hunter, their lives, their love. No amount of denial could stop what was obviously meant to be!
I just cannot wait for part two Bravo Bianca Cole, Bravo!.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
January 5, 2026
'One glance from Hunter Reed, and my world ignited.
The only problem? He’s now my stepsister’s fiancé.'
The characters were very compelling and complex and complicated. Plot was intriguing and intense. World building was well developed and solidly drawn. Thoroughly enjoyed and highly recommend.
Grab a copy, kick back and enjoy!.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
The only problem? He’s now my stepsister’s fiancé.'
The characters were very compelling and complex and complicated. Plot was intriguing and intense. World building was well developed and solidly drawn. Thoroughly enjoyed and highly recommend.
Grab a copy, kick back and enjoy!.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
January 11, 2026
A dark romance that introduces us to the Hunter and Prey series. It immediately sucks you into the world of Aurora and Hunter. Drama, danger, twists, and plenty of chemistry only add to the emotional tension is so tight it feels as if it will snap at any moment. The cliffhanger will only make you want to read A Vow of Venom to see where their story ends up!.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
January 12, 2026
Secret Society Conflict
Heart-poundingly delicious this story was suspenseful and exhilarating. Aurora and Hunter can't help the pull towards each other but his secret society does not approve. Doesn't help that he is engaged to her sister either. As some secrets are in the middle of revelation, the cliffhanger has me frozen in anticipation for the next installment.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Heart-poundingly delicious this story was suspenseful and exhilarating. Aurora and Hunter can't help the pull towards each other but his secret society does not approve. Doesn't help that he is engaged to her sister either. As some secrets are in the middle of revelation, the cliffhanger has me frozen in anticipation for the next installment.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
February 15, 2026
Arranged marriage gone wrong
First meeting ends in misunderstanding and an arranged marriage to the wrong person. Hunter assumes he is setting up an arranged marriage to the beauty he found on the cliffs edge. But alas, it is not who he set to marry. This is a cheating on fiance read. But a business arrangement. Hunter is bound and determined to have Aurora at any and all cost. Even with the "cheating" this was a good read. Does end on a cliff hanger.
First meeting ends in misunderstanding and an arranged marriage to the wrong person. Hunter assumes he is setting up an arranged marriage to the beauty he found on the cliffs edge. But alas, it is not who he set to marry. This is a cheating on fiance read. But a business arrangement. Hunter is bound and determined to have Aurora at any and all cost. Even with the "cheating" this was a good read. Does end on a cliff hanger.
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