Savage Ties

Savage Sins #3

by Kate Oliver

Kian
Running our family empire doesn’t leave room for distractions. Someone has to keep everything together, and that responsibility falls on me. But all it takes is one night to change everything, and suddenly the only thing capturing my attention sparkles as bright as the Las Vegas lights.

One night is all we agree on. No expectations. No strings. But life has other plans. If there’s one thing about the Savage men, it’s that when we fall…we fall hard and fast. And we always get what we want.

And I want Ace.

Ace
I never thought I’d be starting over at this point in my life, but here I am in the City of Lights, surrounded by glamor and luxury, trying to piece together what my future looks like.

When the hottest man I’ve ever laid eyes on approaches me at a club, my name tattooed across his knuckles, I know his type. Rich. Powerful. Dangerous. I probably should have said no when he asked me for one night of fun, but I moved to Las Vegas to start living my life. And what happens when I think I want to be tied to Kian Savage forever?

Especially when things get complicated…

Genres: Dark Romance, Audiobook, Billionaire Romance, Crime, Dark, Found Family, Contemporary Romance

388 pages, Kindle Edition

Published March 17, 2026

About the author

Kate Oliver has aspired to be an author all her life. From the time she was known as "that girl who always has her nose stuck in a book", Kate Oliver has wanted to be a writer. Currently, fetish romance is her favorite for both reading and writing. Kate has been a part of the fetish community for many years, and strives to write stories that realistically reflect that lifestyle. Her favorite part of writing her own books is dreaming up the hot and steamy, yet loving and strict, Daddies that Littles dream about.


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Reviews

[Soft Nectarine ~ · Rating 3 out of 5]

Even an AVERAGE mafia man is a good mafia man! This one was just okay…

✨ 🖤 ✨ 🖤 ✨ 🖤 ✨

Lacey is a former overworked ballerina recovering from a devastating car accident 🚗💥 she’s trying to let loose on a dance floor when she catches the attention of a casino owner (mafia man in disguise) Daddy Kian. Kinky one-night stand turns into something more!

Who doesn’t love an obsessed Daddy who knows what he wants ☝️ but I felt like the relationship didn’t have any build up so it just stayed at the same intensity the entire time. The smut lost its appeal as there was no range!

✨ Daddy kink with lots of praise

🖤 MIRROR SEX so she can love her body

✨ OTT obsessed & nurturing mmc

I thought the writing was great but the plot was a bit lackluster. It’s predictable and less vulnerable than the previous books in the series. Easy read but not much more!

morally grey mmc
one-night stand
dancer fmc
insta love
daddy kink
praise & body love
spanking/wooden spoon
🍑🍑
sick bed
found family
HEA

[Ash · Rating 5 out of 5]

I have been waiting on this and Kian and Ace did not disappoint at all! I can’t wait for Beckett and Luciano’s books but also I am begging Kaye to also have a book for Caleb!

[Kate V · Rating 5 out of 5]

4.5 stars!

Listen, I’m not into some aspects of Daddy kink but this book? It had the Daddy kink that was hot AF.

“If you ever refer to me as your friend again, you won’t sit for a week. I don’t care if you tell people I’m your man, your boyfriend, your Daddy. Hell, tell them I’m your husband if you want. As long as I’m fucking you like you’re my everything, you’re mine. Are we clear, angel?”

Hell, this book was so good.

[BobbiJo · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved Kian’s Book!

I love Ace so much. I loved everything about her and Kian’s story.

Ace has such a tragic backstory. So much loneliness and just unfair hands dealt to her. Then there is Kian who holds the world on his shoulders, he thinks he doesn’t have time for love, but he doesn’t stand a chance when Ace enters the picture.

Big truths are revealed about Ace’s life. But this book is pretty low angst and anxiety. Great for an anxiety reader… but make sure you love a Daddy because Kian is alllllll Daddy.

[Sydney · Rating 4 out of 5]

Oh Kian!

I swear every book Kate releases is better than the last! She is hands down a must read for me!

[Cat H · Rating 4 out of 5]

4.4 stars.

[Kaelea Babner · Rating 4 out of 5]

Okayyyy these Savage men are another BREED! I swear there isn’t a single one I wouldn’t bow down to. 🤭

Kian surprised me! He’s the brother who takes work too seriously. Keeps the company going when sh!t hits the fan, but the SECOND he saw Ace, all bets are off. The obsession he gets for her is unhealthy, but dang it…let’s ignore those red flags ladies.

The way this man takes care of her, goes out of his way to make her feel seen, heard, and loved was EVERYTHING. I mean…who doesn’t love a man who wants you to call him daddy and refuses to hear you put yourself down?! I for one would gladly obey 😉

This series has been such a fun time!! With only one Savage brother left, I’m sad to see the series end, but I’m also so excited to see where Kate Oliver goes next!!

Avery Caris & Anthony Palmini blew me away with the audio for this one! They took this book to the next level off me and I was sat. I listened to this one in one sitting..literally did not shut it off until the epilogue was done. When narrators can suck me in that well, they deserve all the praise!

If you love a good daddy k!nk, obsession, spice, and a man down bad for his woman, you’ll want to add this one to your tbr!

[b_reads27 · Rating 4 out of 5]

Book 3 in the Savage Sins series: Kian and Ace. This is an age gap (38/25), fast burn/instant obsession, possessive MMC, casino billionaire x mafia princess, size difference, former ballerina FMC, found family, touch her and d!e, “let me take care of you”, MMC who secretly wants love, FMC on a journey to rediscover herself, one night stand turned more, dark mafia romance.
It was meant to be a one night stand.. then turned into a “two night stand”.. to then complete obsession and devotion. I really enjoyed Kian and Ace’s story, both are great MCs. Even though the books in this series are interconnected standalones I definitely want to go back and read/listen to books 1 (Savage Revenge) and 2 (Savage Obsession) and read the brothers’ stories too.
The narration was done perfectly in complete duet style narration. A great cast and preformed so well! I definitely recommend this audiobook.

[Summer · Rating 4 out of 5]

~Alc Review~
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
🌶🌶🌶.5

~Savage Ties~Savage Sins Series Book 3~Kate Oliver~

~Duet Narration~Avery Caris & Anthony Palmini~

~Production~Blue Nose Audio~

“I don’t believe in miracles, angel, but it feels like you might be one.”

♡I've been patiently waiting for Kians book & it didn't disappoint! At this point I love every Savage man & will gladly kneel for any one of them! Kian is strong with protective energy & will do anything to keep the ones he loves safe. Ace survived a very dark past & she's refuses to let anyone bring her down. Together they build each other up & are perfection together!

The duet narration for this audiobook was fantastic! Avery & Anthony both did an amazing job bringing these characters & this story to life! I can't wait to see what's next in this world becsuse I can never get enough of the Savages!♡

~As Always Happy Reading~

[AshleyReadsSmut · Rating 4 out of 5]

Ace is def my favorite FMC of this series!

𝗢𝗩𝗘𝗥𝗔𝗟𝗟: ⭐️⭐️⭐️.75
𝗦𝗣𝗜𝗖𝗘: 🌶️.5
𝗧𝗬𝗣𝗘: Standalone
𝗦𝗘𝗥𝗜𝗘𝗦: Savage Sins #3
𝗔𝗨𝗗𝗜𝗢𝗕𝗢𝗢𝗞: Duet narration

𝗣𝗔𝗜𝗥𝗜𝗡𝗚: M/F
𝗛𝗘𝗔/𝗛𝗙𝗡: 💖
𝗟𝗚𝗕𝗧 𝗥𝗘𝗣: 🚫
𝗪𝗛𝗬-𝗖𝗛𝗢𝗢𝗦𝗘: 🚫
𝗠𝗔𝗜𝗡 𝗖𝗛𝗔𝗥𝗔𝗖𝗧𝗘𝗥𝗦: Ace + Kian

𝗛𝗜𝗚𝗛𝗟𝗜𝗚𝗛𝗧𝗦:
♥︎ organized crime/mafia
♥︎ one night stand
♥︎ hurt/comfort
♥︎ size difference
♥︎ billionaire casino owner mmc
♥︎ dancer mafia princess fmc

𝗞𝗜𝗡𝗞𝗦:
♥︎ daddy dom
♥︎ spanking

[Michele Natali · Rating 1 out of 5]

I’m pretty sure my eyes will be bleeding for days. After reading a 600 page book that I needed to concentrate on, I wanted an easy read. I’m pretty sure that this book was written off of a porn hub video. If you have a daddy kink, like the insta love and over the top possessive tropes than this book is for you. I’m no prude but I felt icky the whole time. 😬😵‍💫🥴🤢

[Amanda Bennett · Rating 4 out of 5]

Listennnnn, sometimes you need to read about a possesive, ott, morally grey man with a daddy kink in and outside the bedroom and devour it. 🤷‍♀️

[Toni · Rating 5 out of 5]

5 ⭐️

No surprise
I ate Book 1 & 2 up
This is like my comfort series at this point when I need a Daddy to reset 🫣


Kian shocked me by being the least psycho of all the brothers 🤣

Im ready for Beckett’s story next 👀

[Brittany Trynor · Rating 4 out of 5]

I have to say this was my favorite of the series so far!!! Ace and her past. the dancer ... the "Angel".. and her "daddy" Kian 😍 I wanted more!! so now need beckett story soon I hope

[Erin Pasket · Rating 5 out of 5]

Kate has been a newer author to me and I’ve been loving her Savage Sins series. The way Kian and Ace’s book started had me invested in these characters right away. The one-night stand, turned into something more when Jordyn Savage got involved, proving that the connection between Ace and Kian was strong.

This was a quick read for me with the spice and chemistry between Kian and Ace. The plot twist was done perfectly and I loved the parts with the glitter and Kian.

[Debra Reads What · Rating 5 out of 5]

Savage Ties was straight in there from the first chapter and I loved it, I honestly didn’t want it to end! It’s one of those books that’s super spicy and intense but still manages to have a lot of heart underneath all the heat.

Lacey (Ace) was such an easy character to connect with. She’s been through a lot and you feel so much for her and can really feel how badly she wants to break free from the pressure and expectations that have controlled her life for so long. It was great seeing her slowly grow and start wanting more for her life instead of just surviving it... with help!

And Kian… wow! This man has true pure possessive Daddy energy from the moment he walks onto the page! Protective, controlling, filthy mouthed but also surprisingly caring and attentive in a way that made me melt and want one of my own... lol. The Daddy kink in this book is definitely front and centre, so if that’s your thing, you’re going to have the best time ever (with this or any of the Savage books). Daddy Kian could honestly tell me what to do and I’d probably say thank you. Also the way this man talked to Ace had me blushing and kicking my feet the entire time to the point I fear Daddy Kian has permanently altered my brain chemistry.

Their chemistry was immediate and honestly so very addictive to read... and this is someone that used to think nooo not Daddy! Every scene between them had so much tension and heat but there were also softer moments that made their connection feel genuine and heartwarming. And when he calls her ‘my girl’ or ‘Angel’.. I melted! Gimme me!

The audiobook was just perfect. Avery Caris did such a great job bringing Ace to life emotionally, especially in the more vulnerable moments with her emotional delivery. And Anthony Palmini as Kian? Perfect casting. His voice had that deep, protective, dominant tone that fit Kian so well and made every Daddy moment cause me to melt into a puddle. Together they made the chemistry feel incredible and completely sucked me into the story. The audiobook experience was dangerous because those narrators made the tension feel WAY too real.

Definitely check the trigger warnings before going in because this story touches on emotional trauma, neglect, recovery after a major accident, and some darker emotional themes alongside the romance. That said this book balances the heavy emotional moments with a LOT of spice, but some scenes around Ace’s past and healing genuinely hit hard.
There are also themes of control, praise, possessiveness and consensual power dynamics throughout the relationship, which I thought were handled really well between Kian and Ace, and I really appreciated that underneath all the spicy moments, there was also a strong focus on care, comfort, and emotional safety between them. It’s one of those books that feels super hot one minute and then unexpectedly emotional the next.

This was spicy, emotional, addictive and ridiculously easy to binge listen too. If you love age gap romance with possessive men that love to be a Daddy in and out the bedroom.. or general Daddy kink with praise, tension and a couple that feels totally obsessed with each other in the best way, then I’d absolutely recommend this one… and the series!

[Donna Bryant · Rating 5 out of 5]

How do I get this glitter off? It's everywhere!
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Tropes: Dark Mafia, Daddy Kink, Billionaire Boss/Employee, Grump/Sunshine, Age Gap, Obsessive MMC, Curvy FMC
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Content Warnings: Dark Mafia--murder, violence, adult language, Daddy/lg kink, mental health and trauma healing, explicit spicy content
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Synopsis: The story follows Kian, who is responsible for maintaining his family's empire in Las Vegas. His strictly disciplined life is disrupted when he meets Ace, who has recently moved to the city to start her life over. Although they initially agree to a single night of fun with "no strings" and "no expectations," Kian quickly becomes obsessed with her.
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Quote: "I don't believe in miracles, Angel, but it feels like you might be one."
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I love this series! Book three centers around Kian, the often steady, serious, hard working of the four brothers. Being serious, he's buried deep in work, but allows his brother to talk him into going to a club to celebrate his birthday. At the club is where he spots Ace (AKA Lacey) dancing wildly all by herself. The connection is instant and white hot.

Ace is pulling away from her domineering mother, and is trying to rebuild her life after a tragic car accident took her ballet career. She's strong and surprisingly confident given her vulnerabilities and the trauma she is trying to heal from. She's drawn to Kian, despite the darkness and potential dangerous aura he puts off. She agrees to go home with Kian, but only if they agree to a one night, one and done, no names or personal details deal.

Of course, they are both hooked after their initial encounter, and the universe conspires to throw them together. Kian is a Savage, so of course he is obsessed from the get go. And you know the rest.

It's a good story despite being somewhat formulaic. Ms. Oliver has a way of making standard plot devices seem new, and keeps your interest with a superb mix of character and plot. The spice in this one is not as dark as in the first two. He worships Ace's body. It's soft and sensual, more erotic than carnal. I liked it! I strongly recommend this series and am looking forward to book four. Beckett's story should be a doozy!
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Ratings: Movie Rating NC-17, Overall 4.75/5, romance 5/5, violence 3/5, spice 3.5/5, and the cover is a 3/5, (I wish they came with discreet covers!)

[Kimmy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Kian Savage is the serious, overworked brother carrying the entire weight of a family empire on his shoulders. He doesn't have time for distractions, let alone love—until he locks eyes with Ace (Lacey) at a Las Vegas club. Ace is a former ballerina trying to piece together her future and rediscover herself after a devastating car accident ended her career. What was meant to be a simple, no-strings one-night stand instantly changes everything. For a Savage man, when they fall, they fall hard, fast, and with absolute devotion. Kian decides immediately that Ace is his, and he is ready to take total control of her safety. Kian is all Daddy, providing an over-the-top possessive, nurturing, and highly protective dynamic both in and out of the bedroom. The chemistry kicks off on night one and maintains a steady, high-frequency intensity throughout the entire book. Features include Mirror Sex, spanking (with a wooden spoon), and high-level praise. Low-angst, low-anxiety, and deeply comforting. It is a protective sanctuary of a book that focuses heavily on body love and found family. Kian's dominance isn't about cruelty; it's about a rigid, unyielding commitment to caretaking. For a heroine who has survived a tragic accident and carries a heavy, lonely backstory, his strict rules and instant devotion provide an immediate safety net. The use of mirror sex is handled with excellent care, serving as a tool to help Ace confront her vulnerabilities and learn to love her body again after her injury. The constant verbal praise acts as a direct counterweight to her internal doubts. Watching the brother who takes life too seriously completely throw out the rulebook the second he meets his match is a top-tier execution of the instant-obsession trope. He goes completely out of his way to ensure she is seen, heard, and protected. If you are an anxiety reader looking for a low-stress, high-heat mafia romance where the red flags are easily ignored because the caretaking is so top-tier, Savage Ties delivers exactly what you need. It's a quick, indulgent read about an obsessed billionaire down bad for his woman, combining absolute protection with the kind of strict, loving security that makes you want to pull up a chair and listen to Avery Caris and Anthony Palmini bring the duet narration to life.

[Janelle · Rating 5 out of 5]

📖 Book Review

Kian and Ace’s story hits that perfect balance of intense, emotional, and completely addictive.

Kian is everything you expect—powerful, controlled, and used to getting exactly what he wants. Running his family empire, he doesn’t have time for distractions… until Ace walks into his life and completely wrecks that control. And watching that shift, watching him go from calculated to all in. That was EVERYTHING.

Ace, on the other hand, brings so much heart to the story. Starting over in Las Vegas, trying to rebuild his life, there’s a vulnerability to him—but also strength. He knows Kian is dangerous, knows this isn’t the kind of man you fall for… and yet he does anyway.

The chemistry between them is instant, but it’s the emotional depth that really makes this story stand out. What starts as one night with no strings quickly turns into something messy, complicated, and impossible to walk away from.

✨ One night → something more
✨ Possessive, powerful love interest
✨ Emotional vulnerability + strength
✨ High-stakes, addictive romance

This is the kind of book where you keep saying “just one more chapter”… and suddenly you’re done.

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🎧 Narrator Review

Having Avery Caris and Anthony Palmini narrate this story Yeah… they elevated it in every way.

Avery Caris brought Ace to life with so much emotion. You could feel the vulnerability, the uncertainty, and the quiet strength as he navigates this new chapter of his life. The emotional scenes hit even harder because of that delivery.

Anthony Palmini as Kian though… 😮‍🔥
That voice was perfect for him—deep, controlled, and commanding. He captured Kian’s dominant, powerful presence so effortlessly, but what really stood out was the way his tone shifted as Kian started to fall. You could hear the obsession, the intensity, the need—and it made everything feel so real.

Together, their performances created:
✨ Incredible chemistry
✨ Strong emotional impact
✨ Immersive, can’t-stop-listening energy

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❤️‍🔥 Overall

This is one of those stories where the book is addictive on its own, but the audiobook takes it to another level.

If you love:
✔️ Powerful, possessive heroes
✔️ Emotional, character-driven romance
✔️ “One night” turning into forever
✔️ Narration that makes you feel everything

You need this on your TBR (and honestly… in your ears 🎧)

[booking _with_romancegirl · Rating 5 out of 5]

Beauty of a one night stand turning into so much more with an expectation of passion

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
🔥🔥🔥

TROPES
🖤 Daddy Kink
🖤Mafia World
🖤Hidden Identity
🖤Murder Mystery
🖤DDLG
🖤Spankings
🖤Size Difference
🖤Bratty FMC

MY THOUGHTS 💭

Ace is a girl trying to live a normal life, though her life is anything but normal. Overcoming every single trauma and her childhood and in the last year from a significant crash she just wants to be free and out of the cage she wants was in.

Kian feels like he holds a very big burden for his family because two of his brothers are married and one of his brothers is a wild card so with the weight of the family in the business is on his shoulder can he let go long enough to find his Ace in the deck of cards that have been handed to him.

I love the growth that not only the FMC has but also the MMC has I think both people are trying to come out of the shadows from behind people in their lives and I also think they're both very misunderstood in a way.

I absolutely freaking love Aces cousin Luciano, I need that man to get a book.

There were two Side characters in this book that I secretly want them to fall in love and I think because there was so much foreshadowing it's a possibility which I'm hoping for.

As far as spice in the book I feel like he is so soft and tender with her that it is mostly sensual and there's a tad bit of roughness but because he is so protective and so concerned for her health and well-being it's mostly tender we're just so romantic.

I also would say that plot is very well laid out and there is a very big mystery hidden between the lines of who did what and who's behind it all.

I loved being able to see characters from other Kate's worlds and thought it was so amazing but she included small parts of them.

As far as the biggest thing that kind of sticks out towards the FMC she has two main things that as soon as you think of her you think of those two things I related so much to her and being a person that lives with certain health issues that are similar to her I felt her pain.

[Coree, The Book Devourer · Rating 4 out of 5]

I received this ALC from Blue Nose Audio and Kate Oliver and I want to thank them for it. This was my second Kate Oliver book/audiobook, and I was very impressed. This is the 3rd book in the Savage Sins series. This audiobook was performed in duet by Avery Caris and Anthony Palmini. I was blown away by how perfectly suited their voices were for these characters. I don’t think anyone else could play Ace and Rian.

This book follows Zaddy Rian, one of the Savage brothers, who is the glue that holds the Savage family together. He runs his family’s empire and doesn’t have time for distractions. BUT enter – one birthday, one “glittery-Angel” and a one-night stand… and you get the beginning of a fabulous book.

Ace, our FMC and transplant to Vegas and an ex-mafia princess and former prima ballerina whose life was turned upside down in the blink of an eye, literally, when her car did… After surviving the unimaginable, the car accident left her with physical scars to match the mental ones her family place on her. But in spite of it all, Ace is a bad a$$ and I’m think she’s my favorite of the Savage men’s obsessions.

What was supposed to be just a one-night stand, turned into my favorite Savage brother book yet… Kian and Ace are meant to be together and their chemistry from the beginning had me hooked. The spice was just the right mix of outrageous heat and sweet tender passion. The way Kian allows Ace to find the love for herself and the freedom to make her own choices is why I think I love him so much.

The new character, Luciano, has me intrigued. I need to know more about him – perhaps a spinoff??? But I’m waiting with bated breath for Beckett’s book… I have a VERY strong feeling, his friend Caleb will play a very important role 😉 Either way, these Savage men have me sat and ready and pining for my next Zaddy!

If you love any of the following, please pick up this book/audiobook:

🩰 Curvy and strong FMC
🩰 Morally gray MMC
🩰 Touch her and d!e vibes
🩰 Mafia like vibes
🩰 Daddy kink
🩰 Possessive/Spanking
🩰 Banter
🩰 Age gap
🩰 Found family

Rate: 4/5⭐️⭐️ ⭐️⭐️
Spice: 3.5/5🌶️🌶️🌶️.5
Narration Rate: 5/5 🎧🎧🎧🎧🎧

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[Nikki · Rating 5 out of 5]

🎧⭐️ALC Review⭐️🎧
Overall Thoughts: I really love this series, each book feels connected to the series, but has it’s own personality. I liked the dancer aspect and the hidden past. The ties between the past characters Ace is complex and I like how quickly Kian changes his tune about relationships. The way Kian takes charge and takes care of her, and then becomes OTTP, is what morally gray men are made of. Avery, was exactly who I though Ace would be, her portrayal of Ace was epic. Anthony is becoming a fast favorite, and even though he is recognizable, each character he voices is unique. So ready for the next book and next Savage!

NOTE: This book has some dark content that some may find triggering, please check the TWs and CWs. Your mental health matters.

Narration: Duet, first-person present tense, dual-POV jumps between past and present

Tropes: m@fia, daddy k!nk, OTTP, Vegas, t0rture, v!olence, he falls first, found family, forced proximity, dark, parental death (mentioned), “mine”, emotional abuse by parent, hidden identity, ballet dancer, he takes care of her, fast burn

Overall: 4.5 ❤️
Spice: 3.5 🌶️
Humor: 2.5 😂
Drama: 3.5 🎭
Darkness: 3 🖤
Narration: 5 🎧

Ace just wants to live her life on her terms, and going out dancing after a long day is just what she needs. Little does she know her life is about to change forever when she goes home with a stranger she met at the club.

Kian doesn’t have time to do much more than work, now that two of his brothers are now preoccupied with their new women. When his brothers drag him out for his birthday, he never thought he meet the woman who would change him forever.

As Kian learns more about Ace and the secrets, she doesn’t even know from her past, he grows more determined to protect Ace, especially when they learn what really happened that caused Ace to leave home for Las Vegas and a fresh start.

ALC: Blue Nose Audio

[Bookedtillsunset · Rating 5 out of 5]

ALC Review | Savage Ties - Kate Oliver✨

“Since the day I met Kian he’s made me feel wanted, seen. He makes me feel save in a way that I never thought possible.”

4.5⭐️ | 3🌶️ | 5⭐️

Not me diving into Book 3 and immediately needing to read Books 1 & 2! 😅 I absolutely loved this book. The bond between the brothers is incredible 🫂, and Ace is such a fierce character 💪, having endured so much. I also loved how the girls didn’t skip a beat—they instantly embraced Ace like family 💖.

The tension, the banter, and the spice between Kian and Ace are perfectly balanced 😍. I adore how possessive Kian is, but above all, how much he wants her to be safe, loved ❤️, and truly seen. And Ace? She’s a whole vibe—strong, smart, and sassy 💃. I love how effortlessly she fits into the Savage family, and how they embrace her as her own 🤗.

I also loved how the story had me questioning things along the way, and the process of the puzzle pieces falling together was so satisfying 🧩. Don’t know what it says about me, but I was freaking proud of Ace 🤍.

🎙 Avery Caris and Anthony Palmini brought these characters to life. I already love Avery’s narration—she always gives me all the feels and perfectly captures each character. And as always, she never disappoints and was perfect as Ace. Anthony was new to me, but he was amazing! How he made Kian’s character sound strong, dominant, but also soft when needed was perfect. Highly recommend going straight for the audio 🫶🏾.

So, if you don’t mind the Daddy kink, love fierce family loyalty, and two MCs who are better together, with vibes like:
“Whoever made you doubt your worth shouldn’t be fucking breathing right now.”
“That’s not romantic. Not romantic at all. Nope nope, but it’s so romantic.”🤭
Then this one’s for you 😘.

Thank you @kateoliver & @bluenoseaudio for this ALC opportunity in exchange for an honest review. All thoughts are my own 🤍

[Nicoletta Tompros · Rating 5 out of 5]

Ace and Kian completely consumed me. 😮‍💨🖤

Ace was such an easy character to connect with because underneath all her strength, you could feel how exhausted she was from simply surviving. After everything she’s been through, all she wants is freedom freedom from expectations, from trauma, from constantly feeling trapped in a life she never really chose. Watching her slowly start wanting MORE for herself instead of just getting by honestly hit me hard.

And then there’s Kian… LORD 😭
This man walks into the story with the most intense possessive Daddy energy imaginable. Powerful, controlling, filthy mouthed, emotionally guarded but underneath all that? He notices EVERYTHING about Ace. The way he takes care of her, protects her, and slowly lets her become the one person capable of breaking through all his control had me melting.

Kian carries the weight of his entire family empire on his shoulders and you can feel how badly he’s trying to hold everything together. Falling for Ace completely wrecks the careful control he’s built around his life, and watching that unraveling was EVERYTHING.

The chemistry between these two is immediate, but what really made this story stand out was the emotional depth. Both of them are misunderstood in different ways, both trying to step out from the shadows of the people around them, and somehow they become exactly what the other person needs.

And yes… the Daddy kink is VERY much front and center 😮‍💨
The way this man talks to her?? I was blushing and kicking my feet the entire time.

✨ One night turns into something more
✨ Possessive MMC
✨ Daddy kink
✨ Emotional healing
✨ High-stakes romance
✨ Protective billionaire energy

This book was emotional, addictive, spicy, and honestly impossible to put down. 📚

[readsbygiftx · Rating 5 out of 5]

If you’ve been following the Savage brothers like I have, then you already know—once you start, there’s no going back. This one absolutely did not disappoint.

I’ve been hooked since Cash, completely sold after Xander, and now it’s Kian’s turn. He brings that classic Savage energy—dominant, protective, and all about his woman. These brothers always hit the mark emotionally, and Kian’s story is no exception.

What really stood out for me in this book was the pacing. It flows so effortlessly from chapter to chapter—no awkward breaks, no missing pieces, no “wait, what just happened?” moments. Every scene builds naturally into the next, and I genuinely love that kind of continuity. It keeps you completely immersed, and I was fully invested the whole way through.

Character-wise, Kian and Ace are such a strong pairing. Kian brings that intense, alpha energy, but there’s depth there too—he’s not just powerful, he cares. And Ace? She balances him beautifully. There’s strength, vulnerability, and chemistry that just works.

Their relationship feels fast, yes, but it’s emotional and believable in that classic Savage way—when these men fall, they fall hard.

Plot-wise, it keeps that signature mix of spice, emotion, and just enough tension to keep you turning pages. You’re not just here for the romance—you’re here for the world, the family dynamics, and the way everything connects across the series.

And can we talk about what’s coming next? Because I need Beckett’s story immediately. Also… I don’t know what it is, but I have a feeling Caleb is going to play a much bigger role 👀

Safe to say—I’m still obsessed.

[Lindsey · Rating 5 out of 5]

Savage Ties (Book 3) by Kate Oliver – Review (No Spoilers)

Kate Oliver delivers another gripping installment in the Savage series with Savage Ties (Book 3)—a story that balances intensity, emotional depth, and character growth in a way that keeps you fully invested from start to finish.

One of the standout elements of this book is Lacey. She isn’t just written as strong—she proves it in every choice she makes. Her resilience, independence, and ability to hold her ground in difficult situations make her a genuinely compelling character. She doesn’t rely on others to define her strength, and that quiet confidence elevates her presence throughout the story.

Kian, on the other hand, evolves into something more than just a typical protective figure. He becomes the kind of protector who is not only fierce but also deeply aware, intentional, and grounded. His actions show a balance of power and restraint, making his role feel earned rather than forced. Watching his growth alongside Lacey’s adds a satisfying layer to the story.

The dynamic between them is intense without feeling overdone, and the emotional tension is handled in a way that keeps you hooked without giving too much away too quickly.

And honestly, in the middle of all that, there’s a moment of pure reader excitement knowing Luciano is getting his own book. That anticipation alone adds another layer of enjoyment for anyone following the series.

Overall, Savage Ties (Book 3) is a strong continuation that leans heavily into character development while still delivering the tension and intrigue fans expect. Definitely a must-read for anyone invested in the series.

[✨Wendy✨| downtherabbitholes · Rating 5 out of 5]

Savage Ties by Kate Oliver

Format: Audiobook
Narrators: Avery Caris and Anthony Palmini

Non-Spoiler Review
If he doesn’t dig up dead bodies for you, does he even love you?! That’s the vibe of this installment with Kian and Lacy aka his Ace. Savage Ties is book 3 in the Savage Sins series, so you should already know how SAVAGE these men are. However, Kian has a more nurturing side to him than the others.

Performed in duet by Avery Caris and Anthony Palmini, who brought the charisma, pulse and glitter to these characters. They were fun and exciting and all the best things of an audiobook.

Kian is the work-aholic brother and never wants to take time for himself. The night of his birthday however, his Savage family crew takes him to one of their clubs where he meets the alluring glitter dancer. Sparks and sexual tension hit immediately, so they both agree to a one night stand. No names. No promises. The problem is, sometimes things don’t work out quite like we plan. Kian soon becomes obsessed with his glitter girl as she slips from the hotel room and continues to fly under the radar.

Savage Ties was the perfect mix of obsession and sweetness (if that’s even possible). I adored the way Kian was still a savage but he allowed Ace to be her own person and do what she loved. He did want to keep her close but not caged. The balance of these two things were perfect and once again I was locked in. Let’s not forget the wooden spoon 😉 This entire series has been incredible and I cannot wait for the next book!

Thank you, BNA for the ALC

Daddy is said - 90 times
Fuck is said - 500 times
Enjoy 😈

[Mother Of Dragons 86 · Rating 4 out of 5]

ALC Review provided by Blue Nose audio:

4⭐ | 🎧 4.5⭐ | 🌶️🌶️🌶️

"One night. No strings."
Cute plan. Absolutely doomed from the start.

Kian and Ace were the perfect match. What starts as one night quickly turns into something much deeper, and watching these two fall, hard and fast, was exactly the kind of chaos I signed up for.

Kian is obsessed, possessive, and pure Savage man energy… and Ace balances him beautifully with her strength and vulnerability.

And can we talk about that revenge plan? Top notch. Easily one of my favorite parts of the story. It added just the right amount of tension and made the payoff even more satisfying.

Now… the daddy kink? Didn’t bother me, but it definitely felt turned up a notch in this one. And yes, we all love an obsessed MMC, but Kian’s level of physical obsession was occasionally a bit much even for me. Sir, collect yourself.

That said, their chemistry was undeniable, and I genuinely enjoyed their story.

The audiobook was even better.

Avery Caris brought so much warmth and emotion to Ace. Her performance felt natural, heartfelt, and made Ace incredibly easy to connect with.

Anthony Palmini absolutely delivered as Kian. His voice had the perfect mix of confidence, intensity, and that possessive edge Kian needed. He made the emotional moments hit harder and the spicy scenes land exactly as they should.

Together, they gave this story extra life and made the listening experience even more addictive.

And after that ending? I have a feeling Beckett’s story is going to be an absolute emotional roller coaster… and frankly, I’m already seated for the chaos. 🎢🫠

[Emily Buchanan · Rating 4 out of 5]

Loved this third installment of the Savage Brother series! Ace was so sweet but so strong, she's been through hell and back but still is kind to everyone and I loved seeing her take her life back. Kain is broody and possessive but his flags are pink at most.

Lacy (Ace) has finally broken away from her controlling mother while still healing from a super traumatic/ballet career ending car accident to start fresh in Vegas. Little does she know that one trip to a club, alone, put her on the radar of Birthday Boy Kian Savage. Kian was there after his brothers dragged him out to celebrate is 38th birthday. Kian and Ace agree to one night: no strings, no names, and no numbers. But when she slips out of the hotel room in the morning he knows he's not able to accept one night. She is his future. What follows is a steamy, sweet and surprisingly emotional journey of two people who can't help but be together forever.

I really enjoy all of Kate's books and have a special soft spot for the Savage Brothers. They have been through a lot and deserve their happy ending. Ace was such a great female character. Strong and independent but soft and sweet at the same time. Kian was bossy, protective and kind of jackass to her cousin but he's a man that, when he sets his mind on something, nothing can hold him back. It was also fun to see some familiar faces!

I would absolutely recommend this, but please check her trigger warnings, "Daddy" is not just for the bedroom in this book but it is not a full DD/lg story.

[Mandy Pettit · Rating 5 out of 5]

Savage Ties by Kate Oliver had me hooked from the start. I was so ready to be back with the Savage brothers, and I just knew Kian was going to deliver. And he absolutely did. The protective, slightly unhinged daddy vibes? Elite. Kian steps right into that role and makes it impossible not to swoon.

Ace was such a standout for me. She’s sweet, but there is a quiet bravery in her that makes her the perfect match for someone like Kian. Watching them come together felt natural and satisfying, especially with how fiercely protective he is of her.

I also loved the added layer of Ace’s background. Finding out she’s a mafia princess brought in a whole new level of tension and intrigue, and it kept me on my toes in the best way. Another big, powerful family entering the mix? Yes please.

This book had the perfect balance of swoon and humor. I was kicking my feet one minute and laughing the next. That cemetery scene with all the brothers? I was genuinely cracking up. And as someone who has read Kate Oliver’s books, I loved all the little mentions of past characters. Seeing Knox and Addie pop up again just made it feel like such a full, connected world.

Also, I need to talk about Luciano Rucci because I am already counting down the days until his story.

Another absolute win in the Savage series.