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The Triarchy Collection #2
Savage: A Sapphic Dark Romance
Power is a dangerous mistress, but love can be deadly.
Erryn Loxley rules London’s Triarchy with an iron heart and a bloodstained crown until Helena crashes into her world and throws her life into turmoil. Erryn didn’t plan on falling for anyone, least of all a woman with shadows buried in her past. When those shadows resurface, Erryn is forced to decide between keeping her throne or risking it all for the woman who threatens to unravel her.
And make no mistake... whichever road she takes will be one paved in blood.
SAVAGE is the second book in The Triarchy Collection—interconnected standalone novels written under C.C. Davie's dark romance pen name, Chaos Davie. This dual POV instalment ends on a HEA.
The Triarchy Collection are all spicy sapphic dark romances and intended for an adult audience. Please see C.C. Davie's website for a comprehensive list of content warnings and read at your own discretion.
Erryn Loxley rules London’s Triarchy with an iron heart and a bloodstained crown until Helena crashes into her world and throws her life into turmoil. Erryn didn’t plan on falling for anyone, least of all a woman with shadows buried in her past. When those shadows resurface, Erryn is forced to decide between keeping her throne or risking it all for the woman who threatens to unravel her.
And make no mistake... whichever road she takes will be one paved in blood.
SAVAGE is the second book in The Triarchy Collection—interconnected standalone novels written under C.C. Davie's dark romance pen name, Chaos Davie. This dual POV instalment ends on a HEA.
The Triarchy Collection are all spicy sapphic dark romances and intended for an adult audience. Please see C.C. Davie's website for a comprehensive list of content warnings and read at your own discretion.
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Published April 10, 2026
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April 28, 2026
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Went into this expecting a “guilty pleasure” kind of read but I was pleasantly surprised by both the plot and the quality of the writing. I wasn’t expecting the plot to be this intriguing (and in the words of the author with “a hell of a lot of tech language” that left me confused most of the time). Of course, it wasn’t anything extraordinary but for a book of this length it did what it had to do. The events of book two and book one happen simultaneously, so the reading order doesn’t really matter. I am excited for what’s to come in this series!
Went into this expecting a “guilty pleasure” kind of read but I was pleasantly surprised by both the plot and the quality of the writing. I wasn’t expecting the plot to be this intriguing (and in the words of the author with “a hell of a lot of tech language” that left me confused most of the time). Of course, it wasn’t anything extraordinary but for a book of this length it did what it had to do. The events of book two and book one happen simultaneously, so the reading order doesn’t really matter. I am excited for what’s to come in this series!
April 6, 2026
4.5/5 Someone should have held my hand during Sadist and my toxic adoration of Theo and Octavia - they’ve got nothing on Helena and Erryn. Holy MEOW kitty kitties.
Helena is so sexy and absolutely psychotic and perfect. A firm grip around her throat, sweet words of ownership during an orgasm, breakfast on ten plates with a side of ketchup and a little (up to them) bloodshed and murder…I mean she really is just a simple woman.
I’m not one to kneel but I might consider doing so if I would end up with Erryn’s heel to my neck. Idk man, I love a woman in a fucking suit. I understand Helena’s devotion.
If I were a new reader coming in to this series I think I’d prefer to start with this one and then go to Sadist. That betrayal Theo hands over hits me a little too much, even tho I’ve read Sadist and know - I think it would be better to experience it here as an introduction to Theo’s character and then go back and see why she might do such a thing.
Looks it’s late, I’ve got work in a handful of hours and I’m feeling very protective of my girls right now 😉
Ps.
I still love Octavia and Theo separate and aside but right now I’m convinced they don’t even go here.
Helena is so sexy and absolutely psychotic and perfect. A firm grip around her throat, sweet words of ownership during an orgasm, breakfast on ten plates with a side of ketchup and a little (up to them) bloodshed and murder…I mean she really is just a simple woman.
I’m not one to kneel but I might consider doing so if I would end up with Erryn’s heel to my neck. Idk man, I love a woman in a fucking suit. I understand Helena’s devotion.
If I were a new reader coming in to this series I think I’d prefer to start with this one and then go to Sadist. That betrayal Theo hands over hits me a little too much, even tho I’ve read Sadist and know - I think it would be better to experience it here as an introduction to Theo’s character and then go back and see why she might do such a thing.
Looks it’s late, I’ve got work in a handful of hours and I’m feeling very protective of my girls right now 😉
Ps.
I still love Octavia and Theo separate and aside but right now I’m convinced they don’t even go here.
April 15, 2026
4.5⭐️
Book 2 of the Triarchy collection is a well written, fast paced page turner with high energy, tension and, well, Helena.
Savage is a great addition to the world C.C. Davie is creating and I’m excited to see where she takes us in with the next instalment.
I’m also really looking forward to the inevitable next meeting between Theo and Helena. That’ll be fun 😏
Book 2 of the Triarchy collection is a well written, fast paced page turner with high energy, tension and, well, Helena.
Savage is a great addition to the world C.C. Davie is creating and I’m excited to see where she takes us in with the next instalment.
I’m also really looking forward to the inevitable next meeting between Theo and Helena. That’ll be fun 😏
April 9, 2026
I loved everything about this!
The spice? Top tier.
Bar the murdery stuff I related quite a bit with Helena, what that says about me… 🤣
Can I pls have an Erryn in my life? Like yesterday if possible!
Shit happens, it’s what you do with it that counts ♡
The spice? Top tier.
Bar the murdery stuff I related quite a bit with Helena, what that says about me… 🤣
Can I pls have an Erryn in my life? Like yesterday if possible!
Shit happens, it’s what you do with it that counts ♡
April 24, 2026
Good Girl
I really enjoyed this!!! I loved how we got a little back story, then the behind the scenes regarding the first book. It all ending up filling nicely and rounding out to be a very well story. The smut was smuttin’ as always. 🩷
I really enjoyed this!!! I loved how we got a little back story, then the behind the scenes regarding the first book. It all ending up filling nicely and rounding out to be a very well story. The smut was smuttin’ as always. 🩷
Review of advance copy received from Author
3.5 ⭐
Savage is the second installment in The Triarchy Collection, a series of interconnected standalones. It runs parallel to the timeline of the first book, with familiar faces making appearances, so I’d definitely recommend starting with the first one to fully appreciate this world.
Erryn rules London’s Triarchy with ruthless precision until Helena enters her life as a bodyguard she absolutely doesn’t need. Forced into close proximity, their dynamic quickly shifts as chaos erupts within the organization, threatening everything Erryn has built. Suddenly, she finds herself caught between protecting her power… or risking it all for the one person who’s managed to break through her defenses.
This was such an engaging read. The story is packed with action, tension, and constant movement, making it incredibly easy to binge in one sitting. I was hooked from start to finish. That said, if you’re expecting a heavy dark romance, it leans lighter than you might anticipate. The darker elements are present but more subtle, and the romance feels softer overall, leaving me craving a little more intensity.
Erryn is a fascinating character: controlled, powerful, and undeniably intimidating, with that quiet, dangerous elegance that commands attention. At the same time, her emotional walls are firmly in place, which made it a bit harder to fully connect with her until later in the story. I appreciated the glimpses of her softer side, but I found myself wishing for more depth throughout.
Helena was much easier to connect with. She’s bold, impulsive, and brings a fiery energy that contrasts beautifully with Erryn’s restraint. Her humor was a highlight, especially in high-pressure moments where she naturally lightens the mood. Still, while I enjoyed both characters, there was a slight emotional distance that kept me from feeling completely immersed in their journey, like an invisible barrier that never fully disappeared. With that in mind, there’s clear potential for deeper character exploration, and I’d love to see that growth in Artemis’s book.
Because I didn’t fully connect with the characters, their romance didn’t captivate me as much as I had hoped. Their chemistry is evident from the very beginning, and I loved the tension between them. However, as their relationship develops, it leans heavily into physical connection, which worked in some ways… but I personally wanted more emotional intimacy to balance it out. I kept waiting for those deeper, more vulnerable moments that would truly solidify their bond.
One of my favorite parts was how this book expands and strengthens the universe Chaos Davie crafted. As the story unfolded, the threads connecting both books became clearer, almost like one larger, cohesive narrative. This added depth made me reconsider Theo and Octavia’s story from a new perspective, and the political intrigue surrounding the Triarchy became even more compelling. It’s definitely left me eager to see how everything comes together in the third installment.
Overall, Savage is perfect if you’re looking for a fast-paced, high-stakes romance with forced proximity, morally gray characters, and strong female leads—all wrapped in a world full of danger, tension, and intrigue.
Huge thank you to the author for providing me with an eARC in exchange for an honest review.
Savage is the second installment in The Triarchy Collection, a series of interconnected standalones. It runs parallel to the timeline of the first book, with familiar faces making appearances, so I’d definitely recommend starting with the first one to fully appreciate this world.
Erryn rules London’s Triarchy with ruthless precision until Helena enters her life as a bodyguard she absolutely doesn’t need. Forced into close proximity, their dynamic quickly shifts as chaos erupts within the organization, threatening everything Erryn has built. Suddenly, she finds herself caught between protecting her power… or risking it all for the one person who’s managed to break through her defenses.
This was such an engaging read. The story is packed with action, tension, and constant movement, making it incredibly easy to binge in one sitting. I was hooked from start to finish. That said, if you’re expecting a heavy dark romance, it leans lighter than you might anticipate. The darker elements are present but more subtle, and the romance feels softer overall, leaving me craving a little more intensity.
Erryn is a fascinating character: controlled, powerful, and undeniably intimidating, with that quiet, dangerous elegance that commands attention. At the same time, her emotional walls are firmly in place, which made it a bit harder to fully connect with her until later in the story. I appreciated the glimpses of her softer side, but I found myself wishing for more depth throughout.
Helena was much easier to connect with. She’s bold, impulsive, and brings a fiery energy that contrasts beautifully with Erryn’s restraint. Her humor was a highlight, especially in high-pressure moments where she naturally lightens the mood. Still, while I enjoyed both characters, there was a slight emotional distance that kept me from feeling completely immersed in their journey, like an invisible barrier that never fully disappeared. With that in mind, there’s clear potential for deeper character exploration, and I’d love to see that growth in Artemis’s book.
Because I didn’t fully connect with the characters, their romance didn’t captivate me as much as I had hoped. Their chemistry is evident from the very beginning, and I loved the tension between them. However, as their relationship develops, it leans heavily into physical connection, which worked in some ways… but I personally wanted more emotional intimacy to balance it out. I kept waiting for those deeper, more vulnerable moments that would truly solidify their bond.
One of my favorite parts was how this book expands and strengthens the universe Chaos Davie crafted. As the story unfolded, the threads connecting both books became clearer, almost like one larger, cohesive narrative. This added depth made me reconsider Theo and Octavia’s story from a new perspective, and the political intrigue surrounding the Triarchy became even more compelling. It’s definitely left me eager to see how everything comes together in the third installment.
Overall, Savage is perfect if you’re looking for a fast-paced, high-stakes romance with forced proximity, morally gray characters, and strong female leads—all wrapped in a world full of danger, tension, and intrigue.
Huge thank you to the author for providing me with an eARC in exchange for an honest review.
April 6, 2026
I’m expected to write a review after the whirlwind of emotions and sex I’ve just read? Well, if Chaos insists, it is my pleasure.
Sadist, the first of the Triarchy Collection, got me addicted to good dark romance. I have impatiently waited for Sadist to hit my greedy arc-reading hands, and it delivered everything I hoped for.
Erynn Loxley is the perfect ice queen that holds herself together with steel and a violent tongue. Helena is a gorgeous chaotic mess on the end of Eryn’s leash (barely controlled deliciousness). I loved getting a deeper dive into the Triarchy through Erynn and I guessed the subject of the third book pretty immediately based on who I wanted to see more of.
But to THIS story. The physical connection was steaming, with that restrained yearning only lasting for the perfect amount of time. I loved how fluidly they fell to each other’s comforts, and even if we didn’t get to see as much emotional connection on page, I could feel the bond between them snap together. Plus, phew on the intimacy scenes. I’ll keep those thoughts away from my public profiles…
Savage was also more emotionally charged than I prepared myself for. I felt the knife in my gut twist deeply at the twists. So much so, I had to set it down multiple times to decompress. Even when I knew some of the events from Sadist, reading them from Erynn’s perspective hurt. I genuinely loved that she was frayed at the edges of it all, instead of pushing through. It showed how any character can break. Her ruthlessness was an added bonus to her character.
Helena’s energy was very appreciated. A feral, dangerous woman was a good cheery (bratty) opposite to Erynn. I loved how fluidly how she speak her mind and gave in to her impulses.
It also provided even more context to Sadist, which will make rereading a completed trilogy super sweet.
I certainly wish I had more of Erynn and Helena!
I appreciated the casual representation of neurodivergence and chronic pain management, too.
Thank you for the chance to read an ARC of Savage in exchange for an honest review.
Sadist, the first of the Triarchy Collection, got me addicted to good dark romance. I have impatiently waited for Sadist to hit my greedy arc-reading hands, and it delivered everything I hoped for.
Erynn Loxley is the perfect ice queen that holds herself together with steel and a violent tongue. Helena is a gorgeous chaotic mess on the end of Eryn’s leash (barely controlled deliciousness). I loved getting a deeper dive into the Triarchy through Erynn and I guessed the subject of the third book pretty immediately based on who I wanted to see more of.
But to THIS story. The physical connection was steaming, with that restrained yearning only lasting for the perfect amount of time. I loved how fluidly they fell to each other’s comforts, and even if we didn’t get to see as much emotional connection on page, I could feel the bond between them snap together. Plus, phew on the intimacy scenes. I’ll keep those thoughts away from my public profiles…
Savage was also more emotionally charged than I prepared myself for. I felt the knife in my gut twist deeply at the twists. So much so, I had to set it down multiple times to decompress. Even when I knew some of the events from Sadist, reading them from Erynn’s perspective hurt. I genuinely loved that she was frayed at the edges of it all, instead of pushing through. It showed how any character can break. Her ruthlessness was an added bonus to her character.
Helena’s energy was very appreciated. A feral, dangerous woman was a good cheery (bratty) opposite to Erynn. I loved how fluidly how she speak her mind and gave in to her impulses.
It also provided even more context to Sadist, which will make rereading a completed trilogy super sweet.
I certainly wish I had more of Erynn and Helena!
I appreciated the casual representation of neurodivergence and chronic pain management, too.
Thank you for the chance to read an ARC of Savage in exchange for an honest review.
April 25, 2026
📖 AT A GLANCE
STARS 4 stars
SPICE Hot - lots of graphic spice
CHEMISTRY ❤️ Strong - LOVED IT
ANGST MEDIUM
SLOW BURN NO
CLIFFHANGER NO
CHARACTERS Erryn and Helena
💬 LINES THAT LIVE RENT-FREE
“She has a knife to your neck, Lox,” Helena murmured. “This bitch isn’t walking out of here.”
🖤 MY READING EXPERIENCE
Do I fully understand the inner workings of the Triarchy? Absolutely not. Was I still completely locked in? Yes.
What really carried this for me was Helena and Erryn. Their connection, their power dynamic…obsessed. Helena is a total spitfire, you never quite know what she’s going to do next. And Erryn? She’s not interested in taming her (at least not outside the bedroom 😌). That push and pull between them was so fun to read.
This was just a genuinely enjoyable ride for me.
🫀CHARACTER THOUGHTS
Erryn gives full ice queen energy - polished, untouchable, always put together in her designer suits. But underneath that? The way she shows up for Helena, protects her, chooses her…yeah, I loved that.
And Helena?!? Wild, chaotic, a little unpredictable but completely undone when it comes to Erryn. The contrast between who she is in the world vs. who she is with Erryn was everything.
Together, they just work. This pairing was so much fun.
🔥 MOMENTS I’M STILL THINKING ABOUT
That first moment when the tension finally breaks between them.
Erryn, completely in control, gun in hand, setting the tone.
Helena, all fire and impulse, the one who pushed them there in the first place.
And when it finally happens? That shift in their dynamic…
I haven’t stopped thinking about it
⚠️ ONE SMALL NOTE
The Triarchy/political side of things did feel a bit confusing at times, and I found myself more invested in the characters than the bigger system.
📚 READ THIS IF YOU LOVE…
Dark sapphic romance • Ice queen x chaos • Power couple energy • Touch her and die • Morally gray women • Tension that snaps • Underworld + political intrigue
STARS 4 stars
SPICE Hot - lots of graphic spice
CHEMISTRY ❤️ Strong - LOVED IT
ANGST MEDIUM
SLOW BURN NO
CLIFFHANGER NO
CHARACTERS Erryn and Helena
💬 LINES THAT LIVE RENT-FREE
“She has a knife to your neck, Lox,” Helena murmured. “This bitch isn’t walking out of here.”
🖤 MY READING EXPERIENCE
Do I fully understand the inner workings of the Triarchy? Absolutely not. Was I still completely locked in? Yes.
What really carried this for me was Helena and Erryn. Their connection, their power dynamic…obsessed. Helena is a total spitfire, you never quite know what she’s going to do next. And Erryn? She’s not interested in taming her (at least not outside the bedroom 😌). That push and pull between them was so fun to read.
This was just a genuinely enjoyable ride for me.
🫀CHARACTER THOUGHTS
Erryn gives full ice queen energy - polished, untouchable, always put together in her designer suits. But underneath that? The way she shows up for Helena, protects her, chooses her…yeah, I loved that.
And Helena?!? Wild, chaotic, a little unpredictable but completely undone when it comes to Erryn. The contrast between who she is in the world vs. who she is with Erryn was everything.
Together, they just work. This pairing was so much fun.
🔥 MOMENTS I’M STILL THINKING ABOUT
That first moment when the tension finally breaks between them.
Erryn, completely in control, gun in hand, setting the tone.
Helena, all fire and impulse, the one who pushed them there in the first place.
And when it finally happens? That shift in their dynamic…
I haven’t stopped thinking about it
⚠️ ONE SMALL NOTE
The Triarchy/political side of things did feel a bit confusing at times, and I found myself more invested in the characters than the bigger system.
📚 READ THIS IF YOU LOVE…
Dark sapphic romance • Ice queen x chaos • Power couple energy • Touch her and die • Morally gray women • Tension that snaps • Underworld + political intrigue
Review of advance copy received from Author
Here’s a shorter, more casual version that still keeps that strong 5⭐ energy:
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Savage by Chaos Davies completely pulled me in and did not let go, but given how much I loved Sadist, I'm not surprised. I went in expecting a similar tone to Sadist but this was way more intense, chaotic, and addictive than I expected. I literally binge read it, in what felt like just only a few hours.
Chaos Davie writing is next level, like she makes it feel effortless because she knows her characters so well. Savage has/was/is this sharp, almost poetic edge where certain lines just hit and repeat in your head like a good 90s song ( spice girls obviously... tell me what you want what you really really want). You can tell every word is intentional, and it makes the tension feel so real ( which btw wtf with all the tension, I've rarely screamed at a book " hurry up, " but i did here. 100% vibes of power, danger, and obsession that is so unhealthy you kinda envy the characters for entabgling themselves up in what I say felt like a hunger needing to be fed.
Erryn and Helena? Absolutely unhinged in THEE MFing best way. Their are messy, explosive, and my eyes were glued to the screen like an addict. And, I'm not talking like your favorite meal you can eat every day, its like the most dark but beautiful tattoos you keep adding to your sleeve because you love pain. ( just me? ok then)
Back to the MFing tension... Insane. Drives you up the walls... Every scene, the build up of this chemistry that is clearly screaming, "touch me already!"
This is one of those books where you say “one more chapter” and suddenly it’s 4am ( i know because its like 4 am as i write this beast). Bye bye sleep...
I thought I was a Theo fan but Helena showed up and now I need book 3 to fairly pick...
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Savage by Chaos Davies completely pulled me in and did not let go, but given how much I loved Sadist, I'm not surprised. I went in expecting a similar tone to Sadist but this was way more intense, chaotic, and addictive than I expected. I literally binge read it, in what felt like just only a few hours.
Chaos Davie writing is next level, like she makes it feel effortless because she knows her characters so well. Savage has/was/is this sharp, almost poetic edge where certain lines just hit and repeat in your head like a good 90s song ( spice girls obviously... tell me what you want what you really really want). You can tell every word is intentional, and it makes the tension feel so real ( which btw wtf with all the tension, I've rarely screamed at a book " hurry up, " but i did here. 100% vibes of power, danger, and obsession that is so unhealthy you kinda envy the characters for entabgling themselves up in what I say felt like a hunger needing to be fed.
Erryn and Helena? Absolutely unhinged in THEE MFing best way. Their are messy, explosive, and my eyes were glued to the screen like an addict. And, I'm not talking like your favorite meal you can eat every day, its like the most dark but beautiful tattoos you keep adding to your sleeve because you love pain. ( just me? ok then)
Back to the MFing tension... Insane. Drives you up the walls... Every scene, the build up of this chemistry that is clearly screaming, "touch me already!"
This is one of those books where you say “one more chapter” and suddenly it’s 4am ( i know because its like 4 am as i write this beast). Bye bye sleep...
I thought I was a Theo fan but Helena showed up and now I need book 3 to fairly pick...
Review of advance copy received from Author
I was lucky enough to have the chance to Beta read for Savage, and when I tell you that ya’ll need to take a seat and bask in the glory that is Helena and Erryn- I mean it.
Savage is coming in hot with the most feral of personalities housed in the body of the Triarchy’s most problematic contract killer… Helena. She’s hot, she’s unhinged, she doesn’t like her food touching and she certainly doesn’t like anyone messing with her woman 💅
Helena’s woman in question is the infamous Erryn Loxley, who has an obsessive need for control over every aspect of her life- both in the work place and in the bedroom 🤭
These two as a coupling means we have nothing but spice that has you contemplating calling rescue services for a power hose to cool down, because a cold shower could never cut it when you’ve got the ✨dildo of consequences✨ involved 🥵
Now now, you’re probably ready to yell DOWN GIRL DOWN. So I should probably mention that this second instalment in the series features a heavier plot being told along the same timeline as Sadist, so we get to see all the fuckery that happened for us to even GET to Sadist. I loved this, and I also loved seeing the softer side of Erryn when she let her walls down.
All these unhinged women may be volatile killers and feral messes with foul mouths, but it’s truly beautiful to see their masks drop and their emotional, vulnerable sides come out to play.
I’m always in awe of the balance Chaos manages to keep with feral/sweet in all her works, can’t wait for the next one 👏🏻
Savage is coming in hot with the most feral of personalities housed in the body of the Triarchy’s most problematic contract killer… Helena. She’s hot, she’s unhinged, she doesn’t like her food touching and she certainly doesn’t like anyone messing with her woman 💅
Helena’s woman in question is the infamous Erryn Loxley, who has an obsessive need for control over every aspect of her life- both in the work place and in the bedroom 🤭
These two as a coupling means we have nothing but spice that has you contemplating calling rescue services for a power hose to cool down, because a cold shower could never cut it when you’ve got the ✨dildo of consequences✨ involved 🥵
Now now, you’re probably ready to yell DOWN GIRL DOWN. So I should probably mention that this second instalment in the series features a heavier plot being told along the same timeline as Sadist, so we get to see all the fuckery that happened for us to even GET to Sadist. I loved this, and I also loved seeing the softer side of Erryn when she let her walls down.
All these unhinged women may be volatile killers and feral messes with foul mouths, but it’s truly beautiful to see their masks drop and their emotional, vulnerable sides come out to play.
I’m always in awe of the balance Chaos manages to keep with feral/sweet in all her works, can’t wait for the next one 👏🏻
April 11, 2026
In the second book of the Triarchy Collection we see the Triarchy from a very different angle. This time from that of one of it's chairs, the ruthless and calculating Erryn Loxley, head of the London branch. She is forced to deal with a major infrastructure breach and the ensuing chaos it wreaks across the the Triarchy.
One element of this chaos is Helena Rossi, a French/Italian agent with a murky past and hair trigger. She also happens to be one of the most effective agents Erryn has at her disposal, so when she needs personal protection, her choice is easy.
However, Helena isn’t easy. She is AuDHD and while she is effective, dealing with her neurodivergence isn’t always easy. Seeing the way Helena pushes back and consistently challenges Erryn and pushes her out of her comfort zone is so enticing to watch. If you have read Sadist, you get to see some of the events that lead up to the events of the book.
While this book is less dark than Sadist, it is no less intriguing, spicy, engrossing, and absolutely impossible to put down. While not as heavy, there are definitely still some power dynamics at play, some gun play, and plenty of warranted (or unwarranted, if you're squeamish) violence.
The books in the Triarchy Collection are interconnected standalones, but it is highly recommended that you read Sadist before Savage. And I absolutely cannot recommend highly enough that you do read both books, and when you do read Savage, just remember these three words: Dildo of Consequences
One element of this chaos is Helena Rossi, a French/Italian agent with a murky past and hair trigger. She also happens to be one of the most effective agents Erryn has at her disposal, so when she needs personal protection, her choice is easy.
However, Helena isn’t easy. She is AuDHD and while she is effective, dealing with her neurodivergence isn’t always easy. Seeing the way Helena pushes back and consistently challenges Erryn and pushes her out of her comfort zone is so enticing to watch. If you have read Sadist, you get to see some of the events that lead up to the events of the book.
While this book is less dark than Sadist, it is no less intriguing, spicy, engrossing, and absolutely impossible to put down. While not as heavy, there are definitely still some power dynamics at play, some gun play, and plenty of warranted (or unwarranted, if you're squeamish) violence.
The books in the Triarchy Collection are interconnected standalones, but it is highly recommended that you read Sadist before Savage. And I absolutely cannot recommend highly enough that you do read both books, and when you do read Savage, just remember these three words: Dildo of Consequences
April 29, 2026
Did you ever read Sadist by Chaos Davie and wonder what was going on on Erryn’s side of the timeline? And who is this Helena Erryn is so worried about when she gets hurt? Savage gives you the answer to just that and takes you on such a wild ride you’ll sit there wondering after reading what the hell just happened. And then immediately want to read it all over again🥵
Chaos’s writing is so immersive and so vivid, it really was a struggle to put the book down. Chapter after chapter, the chokehold you’ve been held in since the beginning, just keeps tightening. In the best of ways. In the end you’ll be begging for more❤️🔥
We know a little bit about Erryn from Sadist, the London Chair of The Triarchy, a force to be reckoned with, and a proper ice queen. Helena was a joy to get to know; unapologetically savage with just a tiny smidge of a jealous streak🤏
Following along as these two women find themselves in forced proximity, their relationship evolving into something more, while at the same time dealing with the absolute shitshow that is Vanguard, was a wild ride you best buckle up for🎢
With tropes like forced proximity, age gap, ice queen and dom/sub dynamics, this book has sailed right into the list over my favourite books, and will be a regular reread along with Sadist❤️🔥
Chaos’s writing is so immersive and so vivid, it really was a struggle to put the book down. Chapter after chapter, the chokehold you’ve been held in since the beginning, just keeps tightening. In the best of ways. In the end you’ll be begging for more❤️🔥
We know a little bit about Erryn from Sadist, the London Chair of The Triarchy, a force to be reckoned with, and a proper ice queen. Helena was a joy to get to know; unapologetically savage with just a tiny smidge of a jealous streak🤏
Following along as these two women find themselves in forced proximity, their relationship evolving into something more, while at the same time dealing with the absolute shitshow that is Vanguard, was a wild ride you best buckle up for🎢
With tropes like forced proximity, age gap, ice queen and dom/sub dynamics, this book has sailed right into the list over my favourite books, and will be a regular reread along with Sadist❤️🔥
Review of advance copy received from Author
“such a perfect little compliant streak you have for such a savage little heathen. it’s like you were made for me.”
call me helena because i too want to unalive theo. it’s funny how i ended my review of sadist by appreciating how chaos davie wasn’t afraid of framing erryn in a villainous lense, only for the author to pull a uno reverse and making the so-called heroine of the last book the “bad guy” of this one – talk about a full circle moment, the parallels of it all gutted me (no pun intended). regardless, these two as a couple are leagues above most other sapphic dark romance couples because what’s better than one savage woman? two. i am both a whore for women who could kill me and a lesbian with mommy issues so of course the older masc is my favorite. i will say, though, the ending felt a bit rushed; i believe it was a missed opportunity to not further expand on the mafia element that was briefly teased, but never delivered. hopefully, that will be a plot explored in the next book given artemis love interest wasn’t introduced yet.
* i was sent an arc by the author in exchange for a honest review
call me helena because i too want to unalive theo. it’s funny how i ended my review of sadist by appreciating how chaos davie wasn’t afraid of framing erryn in a villainous lense, only for the author to pull a uno reverse and making the so-called heroine of the last book the “bad guy” of this one – talk about a full circle moment, the parallels of it all gutted me (no pun intended). regardless, these two as a couple are leagues above most other sapphic dark romance couples because what’s better than one savage woman? two. i am both a whore for women who could kill me and a lesbian with mommy issues so of course the older masc is my favorite. i will say, though, the ending felt a bit rushed; i believe it was a missed opportunity to not further expand on the mafia element that was briefly teased, but never delivered. hopefully, that will be a plot explored in the next book given artemis love interest wasn’t introduced yet.
* i was sent an arc by the author in exchange for a honest review
Review of advance copy
I truly don’t even know where to start with Savage. C.C. Davies (Chaos Davie) is one of my favourite authors, but this novel… oh boy. This one is special. THIS is why representation matters. Honestly, I joked with CC that she must have cameras hidden in my house because I have never felt more seen in a piece of fiction.
We’re back in London’s Triarchy, and this time we’re following Erryn and Helena. Erryn is one of the ruling Chairs of the Triarchy, and Helena is the woman who completely upends her world. Watching these two absolute badasses work through their issues and slowly let their guards down for each other was everything.
But the standout for me was Helena. Helena is me. Seeing her neurodivergent traits, such as her happy humming/stimming, portrayed so authentically made me feel so much less alone. Next time I’m humming away, I’m going to think of her and smile. It’s rare to find a dark romance that handles neurodiversity with this much heart while still being, well, Savage.
The pacing was spot on! I inhaled this in one sitting. It runs parallel to the events of Sadist (Book 1), so you’re seeing that same timeline but through different eyes, with some delicious crossover at the end. And the spice? Top-tier. Chaos Davie really knows how to write chemistry that jumps off the page. Expect lots of action, some twists, laughs, heartache, and men getting put in their place!
It’s dark, it’s spicy, it’s a little unhinged, and it’s deeply moving. Thank you so much to CC for the ARC; being on this team is such an honour, and I am officially waving my OG stan badge forever. I am excited for the next book!
We’re back in London’s Triarchy, and this time we’re following Erryn and Helena. Erryn is one of the ruling Chairs of the Triarchy, and Helena is the woman who completely upends her world. Watching these two absolute badasses work through their issues and slowly let their guards down for each other was everything.
But the standout for me was Helena. Helena is me. Seeing her neurodivergent traits, such as her happy humming/stimming, portrayed so authentically made me feel so much less alone. Next time I’m humming away, I’m going to think of her and smile. It’s rare to find a dark romance that handles neurodiversity with this much heart while still being, well, Savage.
The pacing was spot on! I inhaled this in one sitting. It runs parallel to the events of Sadist (Book 1), so you’re seeing that same timeline but through different eyes, with some delicious crossover at the end. And the spice? Top-tier. Chaos Davie really knows how to write chemistry that jumps off the page. Expect lots of action, some twists, laughs, heartache, and men getting put in their place!
It’s dark, it’s spicy, it’s a little unhinged, and it’s deeply moving. Thank you so much to CC for the ARC; being on this team is such an honour, and I am officially waving my OG stan badge forever. I am excited for the next book!
Review of advance copy received from Author
Helena had become my addiction. And I wasn’t sure how to regain control.
Oh my god, I love Erryn and Helena, I may just be obsessed. Strong ass women dominating their fields, a lot of chaos, a lot of dark humor, sprinkles of murder, the sexual tension, god damn, the dildo of consequence and the praise. This book was phenomenal. I literally laughed out loud many times, I related to Helena quite a bit, especially when it came to her food sensory issues, I was invested in the great pea/corn divide and I like me chicken to not be bonified too. I loved the power dynamic between the MCs, and how Helena continued to push every damn button Erryn had the whole way, so fucking good. It was really cool to see the parallel timeline come together with Theo and Octavias story, the other side of everything that took place and my god it was so good. I just can't recommend this enough.
“Suck it,” she whispered. “Make it nice and wet for me because you are going to take every inch.”
✨
Oh my god, I love Erryn and Helena, I may just be obsessed. Strong ass women dominating their fields, a lot of chaos, a lot of dark humor, sprinkles of murder, the sexual tension, god damn, the dildo of consequence and the praise. This book was phenomenal. I literally laughed out loud many times, I related to Helena quite a bit, especially when it came to her food sensory issues, I was invested in the great pea/corn divide and I like me chicken to not be bonified too. I loved the power dynamic between the MCs, and how Helena continued to push every damn button Erryn had the whole way, so fucking good. It was really cool to see the parallel timeline come together with Theo and Octavias story, the other side of everything that took place and my god it was so good. I just can't recommend this enough.
“Suck it,” she whispered. “Make it nice and wet for me because you are going to take every inch.”
✨
Review of advance copy received from Author
4.5 stars
Having gone into this blind, I was quite surprised at how much I enioyed Davie's writing. I'd heard great things about Sadist, and promised a friend I'd read it this year. This was the kick in the pants that I needed!
Erryn and Helena are two complete opposites - Erryn thriving on order and discipline while Helena prefers chaotic messiness.
Watching Erryn dance around how Helena made her feel until Helena finally made her react was a refreshing twist, and Erryn's possession was hot.
The story was interesting and well paced. It kept me hooked and it definitely made me want to dive straight into Sadist (which I devoured in short order).
The politics, the resistance, the spice, Helena breaking down Erryn's walls... It was all so bloody well done.
All in all, a quick, intense read that you'll love if dark, tense, steamy romances with political intrigue undertones are your thing.
I'm now waiting anxiously for Sinner, because I need more of these women in my life.
Having gone into this blind, I was quite surprised at how much I enioyed Davie's writing. I'd heard great things about Sadist, and promised a friend I'd read it this year. This was the kick in the pants that I needed!
Erryn and Helena are two complete opposites - Erryn thriving on order and discipline while Helena prefers chaotic messiness.
Watching Erryn dance around how Helena made her feel until Helena finally made her react was a refreshing twist, and Erryn's possession was hot.
The story was interesting and well paced. It kept me hooked and it definitely made me want to dive straight into Sadist (which I devoured in short order).
The politics, the resistance, the spice, Helena breaking down Erryn's walls... It was all so bloody well done.
All in all, a quick, intense read that you'll love if dark, tense, steamy romances with political intrigue undertones are your thing.
I'm now waiting anxiously for Sinner, because I need more of these women in my life.
Review of advance copy received from Author
Chaos Davie, you realllllyyyy have a loyal FAN FOR LIFE AND IT'S ME!!!!
I love this series so much and the book to come (ARTEMIS HELLO TAKE ME ALREADY) but this book is a fun, sweet, spicy - everything we every want - little treat. The storyline is so interesting, Erryn and Helena's tension and chemistry is just PALPABLE, I honestly wish this book was so much longer because I wanted an obscene amount of details of everything because I am just greedy when it comes to this story. I do wish that we did have a bit more banter like we did in Sadist, because I looovve Helena's humor and I feel like we lost it a little later in the book, but again that's me being greedy.
I LOVED this book, I LOVED how much overlap it had with Sadist (and I am usually the reader who doesn't like that too much), and you will LOVE IT TOO SO PICK THIS SERIES UP ASAP OKAY!! Thank you so much to the author for allowing me to have an arc <3
I love this series so much and the book to come (ARTEMIS HELLO TAKE ME ALREADY) but this book is a fun, sweet, spicy - everything we every want - little treat. The storyline is so interesting, Erryn and Helena's tension and chemistry is just PALPABLE, I honestly wish this book was so much longer because I wanted an obscene amount of details of everything because I am just greedy when it comes to this story. I do wish that we did have a bit more banter like we did in Sadist, because I looovve Helena's humor and I feel like we lost it a little later in the book, but again that's me being greedy.
I LOVED this book, I LOVED how much overlap it had with Sadist (and I am usually the reader who doesn't like that too much), and you will LOVE IT TOO SO PICK THIS SERIES UP ASAP OKAY!! Thank you so much to the author for allowing me to have an arc <3
April 21, 2026
I love this series so much!!
It's no secret that I love an absolutely unhinged love interest, and Helena is my dream woman. She was witty and funny and unhinged in all of the best ways. After reading book 1 in this series I was excited for Erryn to get a book, but I was nervous since she was so straight laced in book 1. Helena was her perfect match and I loved watching their story unfold.
This book takes place at the same time as book 1 in this series, and I feel like you could read them in any order, but you should absolutely read both books because they are both amazing.
This book was not quite as dark as book one (this is a bodyguard romance rather than a captor/captive romance so I expected that) but I loved getting almost this behind the scenes look into the Triarchy. This book added so much depth while still providing the spice and tension.
Love, love, love this book!! I highly recommend it
It's no secret that I love an absolutely unhinged love interest, and Helena is my dream woman. She was witty and funny and unhinged in all of the best ways. After reading book 1 in this series I was excited for Erryn to get a book, but I was nervous since she was so straight laced in book 1. Helena was her perfect match and I loved watching their story unfold.
This book takes place at the same time as book 1 in this series, and I feel like you could read them in any order, but you should absolutely read both books because they are both amazing.
This book was not quite as dark as book one (this is a bodyguard romance rather than a captor/captive romance so I expected that) but I loved getting almost this behind the scenes look into the Triarchy. This book added so much depth while still providing the spice and tension.
Love, love, love this book!! I highly recommend it
Review of advance copy received from Author
I'M HER PA so take it with a grain of salt I guess but....
Savage was the perfect blend of filthy lesbian sex & hilarious dark sarcasm.
If you love a slighty bratty sub who likes to push and a take no shit dom dynamic then this is the book for you!
Helena is basically a feral animal inside a human body. She's reactive, a bit nuts and funny as fuck.
Erryn is all about control and we don't really see her break that untill the very end. I really liked seeing that portrayal as the previous book had a hard then soft dom whereas Erryn is different again!
The spice scenes will make even the straightest woman question her sexuality and I genuinely at some of the scenes eg the ape walking 🤣
Savage was the perfect blend of filthy lesbian sex & hilarious dark sarcasm.
If you love a slighty bratty sub who likes to push and a take no shit dom dynamic then this is the book for you!
Helena is basically a feral animal inside a human body. She's reactive, a bit nuts and funny as fuck.
Erryn is all about control and we don't really see her break that untill the very end. I really liked seeing that portrayal as the previous book had a hard then soft dom whereas Erryn is different again!
The spice scenes will make even the straightest woman question her sexuality and I genuinely at some of the scenes eg the ape walking 🤣
Review of advance copy received from Author
I am utterly OBSESSED!
IM SCREAMING!!! This was so freaking good that I’m guaranteed to have a book hangover.
I seriously love Helena. Her particular brand of bratty chaos was so fun to read and it made such a contrast to Erryn’s serious demeanour. Her cheekiness and batsh!t temper were an excellent addition to the story.
The heat between them was absolutely delicious! I’m not gonna lie when I say I tend to skip a lot of smut/spicy scenes these days but I enjoyed the scenes between Erryn and Helena. The mix of Helena’s bratty bottom vs Erryn’s more severe top was so perfect! Add in that they were really well written scenes and you had the perfect combo.
The suspense/thriller/mafia style plot that was going on in the Triarchy was so good. I definitely should’ve reread Sadist before starting this because I kinda forgot a few key characters but it didn’t actually take away from the story, it just made certain reveals more surprising hahaha.
I’m not 100% sure but I think this might be my new fave in the Triarchy Collection. Helena really won me over her to her dark side and I hope we get glimpses of her chaos in future books! Even though this book isn’t even out yet, at the time of reading and writing this review, I am already chomping at the bit for book 3! The FMC sounds like quite the character and I can’t wait!
IM SCREAMING!!! This was so freaking good that I’m guaranteed to have a book hangover.
I seriously love Helena. Her particular brand of bratty chaos was so fun to read and it made such a contrast to Erryn’s serious demeanour. Her cheekiness and batsh!t temper were an excellent addition to the story.
The heat between them was absolutely delicious! I’m not gonna lie when I say I tend to skip a lot of smut/spicy scenes these days but I enjoyed the scenes between Erryn and Helena. The mix of Helena’s bratty bottom vs Erryn’s more severe top was so perfect! Add in that they were really well written scenes and you had the perfect combo.
The suspense/thriller/mafia style plot that was going on in the Triarchy was so good. I definitely should’ve reread Sadist before starting this because I kinda forgot a few key characters but it didn’t actually take away from the story, it just made certain reveals more surprising hahaha.
I’m not 100% sure but I think this might be my new fave in the Triarchy Collection. Helena really won me over her to her dark side and I hope we get glimpses of her chaos in future books! Even though this book isn’t even out yet, at the time of reading and writing this review, I am already chomping at the bit for book 3! The FMC sounds like quite the character and I can’t wait!
Review of advance copy received from Author
This book has got to be, by far, one of my favorites reads of the year so far. I absolutely adored this book and I loved that this book is during the same time as Sadist, but from Erryn and Helena’s perspective with the Triarchy and Vanguard while Theo is hiding with Octavia. From the start, I absolutely loved the relationship between Erryn and Helena and it was an absolute treat reading their story.
I love when there’s a story about a powerful and badass woman who just turns into a huge fluff for a women and this book did not disappoint. I love that Helena just brings out the best in Erryn. I particularly just absolutely loved Erryn making sure Helena is comfortable when it comes to her sensitivities and also Helena’s extreme protective nature when it comes to Erryn and her safety.
Of course, much like Sadist, the SPICE was fucking HOT and I found myself blushing so much! There’s just something about Chaos Davie spice that hits the spot!
I loved this books so much, I’m so happy I was able to get an ARC copy. I can’t wait for everyone else to read this books and I can’t wait to read it again!
I love when there’s a story about a powerful and badass woman who just turns into a huge fluff for a women and this book did not disappoint. I love that Helena just brings out the best in Erryn. I particularly just absolutely loved Erryn making sure Helena is comfortable when it comes to her sensitivities and also Helena’s extreme protective nature when it comes to Erryn and her safety.
Of course, much like Sadist, the SPICE was fucking HOT and I found myself blushing so much! There’s just something about Chaos Davie spice that hits the spot!
I loved this books so much, I’m so happy I was able to get an ARC copy. I can’t wait for everyone else to read this books and I can’t wait to read it again!
Review of advance copy received from Author
I very much enjoyed Sadist, and Savage did not disappoint either! It hits just as hard as the first. The humor had me laughing out loud at times, and the spice? I was definitely left feeling flustered!
I absolutely loved how unhinged Helena was she quickly became a new favorite of mine. Not to mention how much I adored Erryn 😏 their dynamic is everything. Overall, I very much enjoyed this read. It hooks you from the very first page and just keeps getting better as you go! Thank you so much for letting me be apart of the ARC team! I can't wait to get a physical copy to place it right next to Sadist. 😩
I absolutely loved how unhinged Helena was she quickly became a new favorite of mine. Not to mention how much I adored Erryn 😏 their dynamic is everything. Overall, I very much enjoyed this read. It hooks you from the very first page and just keeps getting better as you go! Thank you so much for letting me be apart of the ARC team! I can't wait to get a physical copy to place it right next to Sadist. 😩
April 12, 2026
Yessss!!!
I love when two separate books follow the same timeline and you get glimpses of all the sides! We meet one of our main characters in Sadist and Erryn did 👏🏼 NOT 👏🏼 disappoint in this book! When Erryn need protection, she gets Helena and these two are absolute fire together 🔥🔥🔥!!! Helena is hilarious asf, like had me laughing out loud, and she sure knows how to keep Erryn on her toes! 50/10 highly recommend
“I should probably not be letting m****r mommy take me to an undisclosed location, but hey, I’ve done deeply questionable things for beautiful women before, so why stop now?”
I love when two separate books follow the same timeline and you get glimpses of all the sides! We meet one of our main characters in Sadist and Erryn did 👏🏼 NOT 👏🏼 disappoint in this book! When Erryn need protection, she gets Helena and these two are absolute fire together 🔥🔥🔥!!! Helena is hilarious asf, like had me laughing out loud, and she sure knows how to keep Erryn on her toes! 50/10 highly recommend
“I should probably not be letting m****r mommy take me to an undisclosed location, but hey, I’ve done deeply questionable things for beautiful women before, so why stop now?”
April 11, 2026
More hot murder lesbians 🤤
A cracker follow up to Sadist, you get to see Erryn and Helenas burgeoning relationship before the events in Sadist.
I love the tension they have right from the start and the bratting from Helena constantly had me laughing. The spice is 🥵 5 kinds of delicious and I loved watching each woman soften towards the relationship.
While I do wish I could have seen a little more from the "after" events, I thoroughly enjoyed Savage and very much looking forward to seeing Artemis and her love in book 3!
Thank you to Chaos Davie for the gifted ARC.
A cracker follow up to Sadist, you get to see Erryn and Helenas burgeoning relationship before the events in Sadist.
I love the tension they have right from the start and the bratting from Helena constantly had me laughing. The spice is 🥵 5 kinds of delicious and I loved watching each woman soften towards the relationship.
While I do wish I could have seen a little more from the "after" events, I thoroughly enjoyed Savage and very much looking forward to seeing Artemis and her love in book 3!
Thank you to Chaos Davie for the gifted ARC.
Review of advance copy received from Author
Savage really came in with a punch! This second book in the Triarchy trilogy really helped with background info from Sadist and further world building, but yet also brought the spice 🌶️ and completely unhinged yet lovable characters. Already missing Helena and Erryn! 🥲
You will devour this book so fast, I didn't want to put it down.
Cannot wait to see where the story continues to go with Artemis 😍
You will devour this book so fast, I didn't want to put it down.
Cannot wait to see where the story continues to go with Artemis 😍
April 10, 2026
Another amazing addition to the Triarchy series!!! I think I’m in love with Helena and Erryn. If you like dark sapphic stories with a bit of humor you’ll love this book. I had a hard time putting this down. The plot was great and it ran parallel to the timeline of Sadist perfectly! The spice was spicing and trust that there are some fun things in store for you in that department. Overall I highly recommend this book and will absolutely read it again and again!
May 2, 2026
Let's start with the good stuff. This couple is fire. Real fire. These ladies seem to be made for me. Especially Errin. Literally my ideal. That's why I rate it so highly, because the plot is... well. The villains from Carmen SanDiego seem to be more dangerous than these guys, seriously. As a fan of such criminal empires, it really upset me. But I'm sorry about the forty-five-year-old British lesbian and her bodyguard, I'm ready to forgive everything.
Review of advance copy received from Author
Savage was just as satisfying as Sadist 😌
I’m obsessed with how unhinged Helena is—and the way she slowly chips away at the ice around Erryn’s heart. These two are feral for each other in the best possible way.
And the Vanguard takeover? I was on edge the entire time, desperate to know what would happen to the Triarchy and all of our babies!!
Davie has done it again 😎
I’m obsessed with how unhinged Helena is—and the way she slowly chips away at the ice around Erryn’s heart. These two are feral for each other in the best possible way.
And the Vanguard takeover? I was on edge the entire time, desperate to know what would happen to the Triarchy and all of our babies!!
Davie has done it again 😎
April 11, 2026
4.5 stars if i could
These characters are the type of women I would love to be around.
I enjoyed their journey and want to reread Savage the first in this trilogy.
I have enjoyed seeing the progress as a writer this author has made from her first published work to this current book, and I look forward to reading more of her works in the future.
These characters are the type of women I would love to be around.
I enjoyed their journey and want to reread Savage the first in this trilogy.
I have enjoyed seeing the progress as a writer this author has made from her first published work to this current book, and I look forward to reading more of her works in the future.
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